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Xiaomi flip phone with a clamshell design and dual front cameras spotted in a new patent

This year was a busy year for Xiaomi, especially for patent filings. The Chinese phone maker had previously filed patents for two foldable phones dubbed Mi Mix Fold and Mi Mix Flip. Recently, we heard about the Xiaomi Mi Fold with an inward folding design. Now, Xiaomi has filed another patent that showcases a simple flip phone in all its glory.

Xiaomi flip phone with a clamshell design and a dual front camera spotted in the new patent

The Xiaomi flip is a new flip phone from the Chinese smartphone maker that comes with a simple flip mechanism. Xiaomi had filed the new patent with WIPO(World Intellectual Property Organisation) and it was first discovered by 91Mobies.

According to the patent, the Xiaomi flip has a Mi Mix Flip-like design with an inward folding mechanism. It seems to have also taken notes from the Samsung Galaxy Z flip as the Xiaomi flip has almost the same form factor.

 

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The smartphone has dual-rear cameras placed horizontally, along with a secondary display. When unfolded, there is a large primary screen with thin bezels. It has a dual front camera setup at the top left of the screen.

Moreover, the phone has a volume rocker and a power button on the right. It features a speaker grille and a USB Type-C port at the bottom.

As it is still in the patent stage, it could be a long time until we see the device materialize into something real. But till then, the leaks about such phones have got us covered.

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Realme X9 Series appears in multiple certifications with key specs

Realme unveiled the X7 series last year with flagship-like specs at affordable pricing. Now, the upcoming Realme X9, the successor to the X7 series, has arrived on multiple certifications, hinting for a launch closer than expected.

A smartphone with model number RMX3361 appeared on TENAA and China’s 3C confirming key specs. It is said to be the upcoming Realme X9 smartphone from the series. The documentation reveals that the device will launch with a 6.43-inch display. It is expected to be a thin-bezel AMOLED panel.

Realme X9 Series appears in multiple certifications with key specs
Realme X7 series

Inside, the smartphone is said to pack a 4,200mAh battery cell with some sort of fast charging technology. The listing reveals the dimensions of the phone to be 159.2 x 73.5 x 8.0mm.

Another device from the series dubbed the Realme X9 Pro with model number RMX3381 arrived at Russia’s EEC certification, revealing major specs.

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The Realme X9 Pro is touted to come with a 6.55-inch curved display. It is expected to be a Super AMOLED panel with a high refresh rate. In terms of optics, the smartphone will feature a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary lens, a 16MP IMX481 ultra-wide sensor, and lastly a 2MP B&W sensor.

Under the hood, it is expected to come powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The smartphone is expected to have a slightly larger battery of 4,500mAh. It should support 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 fast charging technology.

 

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Fiido X foldable e-bike with a sleek design & 130km range launched: Fiido X Lite tags along

The global electric bike market experienced rapid growth during the past year, driven partly by the coronavirus pandemic. The growth trajectory has continued to 2021 and an array of exciting products have been unveiled in the budding market. One of the e-bike variants is folding bikes, which offer compactness in handling an electric bike. These folding e-bikes usually come shorn with all the glamour and beauty you may attach to some of its non-folding variants. Fiido hopes to change the perspective with its latest folding e-bike series – the Fiido X and X Lite.Fiido X e-bike

Fiido has released a comprehensive specification list of its latest folding e-bikes, together with an impressive video detailing the features and performance of the X series folding e-bikes. The new e-bike feature several upgrades and design enhancements from its predecessor, the D11 folding e-bike. As per the video released by Fiido, we see a lady donning the new Fiido e-bike outclassing her opponents in a bike race excellently.Fiido X e-bike

The Fiido X Lite is a lighter version (and less expensive) version of the Fiido X across several components, including battery size, range, top speed, and price. The two models are pedal-assisted with a torque sensor that helps to push the bicycles beyond their stated ranges. They both have Seatpost-integrated batteries and a driving range of 60km/ 130km, respectively.FIIDO X e-bike

The Fiido X has top speeds of 25km/h, at par with most e-bikes across different countries, except in the US, where maximum speeds of 32km/h are allowed on public roads. The magnesium frame both models have embedded folding mechanisms for transforming the bike from a bike to a compact travel companion. The 7-Speed Shimano transmission in both models offers seamless switching of speeds from high to low and vice versa as the situation demands. There are key code locks for the batteries, LED lighting, solid tires, and other safety features.

Some features of the two models are also different, such as the hydraulic disc brake system in the X model compared to the mechanical disc brakes in the lower model.

The two Fiido folding e-bikes will commence pre-sales on July 13, with the X model selling at an extremely low price of $1,099, while the X Lite goes for $899 during the period. Fiido expects to have a successful pre-sale period that could eclipse the $1 million pre-sale performance of its predecessor, the D11 last year.

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OnePlus Nord CE 5G vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G: Specs Comparison

The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is the latest OnePlus’ best-buy. It is a revisitation of the original Nord which hitten the shelves with a more competitive price tag. But is it competitive enough to battle Xiaomi phones? If you need a 5G Xiaomi phone in the same price range, you can opt for the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite offering a few premium features at a great price. A lot of people are wondering which of these devices is the 5G mid-ranger with the highest value for money? If you are among these, you are in the right place: this is an in-depth specs comparison between OnePlus Nord CE 5G and Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G.

OnePlus Nord CE 5G vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G

OnePlus Nord CE 5G Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 159.2 x 73.5 x 7.9 mm, 170 grams 160.5 x 75.7 x 6.8 mm, 159 grams
DISPLAY  6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+),  Fluid AMOLED  6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED
PROCESSOR Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G, octa-core 2.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 780G, octa-core 2.4 GHz
MEMORY 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB –  8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE  Android 11, OxygenOS  Android 11, MIUI
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA Triple 64 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.3 + f/2.4
16 MP f/2.5 front camera
Triple 64 + 8 + 5 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
20 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY 4500 mAh, fast charging 30W 4250 mAh, fast charging 33W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Dual SIM slot, 5G Dual SIM slot, 5G

Design

From the design point of view, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G offers something more. Despite the OnePlus Nord CE 5G is more compact, Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G remains more attractive because it is one of the thinnest and most lightweight phones out there: it is just 6.8 mm thick and weighs just 159 grams. Further, its back cover is original and minimalistic, with a modern camera design. Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G has even better build quality: its display is protected by Gorilla Glass 6 and the phone has the IP53 certification which makes it dust resistant and splash resistant.

 

Display

Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G sports a better display and it has one of the best displays in the midrange segment. The 6.55-inch panel of this phone is able to show up to one billion colors with a Full HD+ resolution, a pretty high brightness, the HDR10+ certification, and a Full HD+ resolution, as well as the AMOLED technology. The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has an AMOLED display too with a 90 Hz refresh rate, but it is not able to reach the number of colors shown by the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G. Both the phones pack an in-display fingerprint reader for authentication.

 

Specs & Software

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G wins the hardware comparison as well, thanks to its Snapdragon 780G mobile platform which is definitely superior to the Snapdragon 750G found on the OnePlus Nord CE 5G. And it is not all: the phone is also equipped with a UFS 2.2 internal storage instead of UFS 2.1. But there is an exception to this for the strongest variant of the OnePlus Nord CE 5G: in this configuration, it offers 12 GB of RAM, while Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G stops at 8 GB. The handsets run Android 11 out of the box with a highly customized user interface.

 

Camera

OnePlus Nord CE 5G and Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G are more or less at the same level if we talk about the camera performance. They come with a 64 MP main camera and an 8 MP ultrawide sensor, as well as an additional macro camera (5 MP on the Mi 11 Lite, 2 MP on the Nord CE 5G). They also come with a 16 MP front camera and a 20 MP snapper, respectively. On the paper, Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G is slightly better.

 

 

Battery

The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a bigger battery with a capacity of 4500 mAh and it wins the battery life comparison as it is able to last more on a single charge. Its rival is able to charge faster thanks to a power of 33W, but the battery capacity is just 4250 mAh.

 

Price

Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G is available globally with street prices under €350/$415, while OnePlus Nord CE 5G costs €299/$355 in its base variant. If we exclude the battery life, Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G is a better phone and it wins this comparison. It sports a better display, it has a thinner and lighter design, and it even comes with the Gorilla Glass 6 protection and the IP53 certification. Further, it is equipped with a more powerful chipset.

 

 

OnePlus Nord CE 5G vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G: PRO and CONS

OnePlus Nord CE 5G

PRO

  • Great listing price
  • More compact
  • Bigger battery

CONS

  • Inferior hardware

 

Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G

PRO

  • Better display
  • Dual speaker
  • Better chipset
  • Thinner and lighter
  • Micro SD slot

CONS

  • Smaller battery

 

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Redmi AirDots 3 Pro Obsidian Black color goes on sale in China for CNY 349(~$54)

In May, Redmi unveiled its 3rd iteration of the AirDots series dubbed the Redmi AirDots 3 Pro. Initially, at the launch, the buds were announced in two colors – Ice Crystal Gray and Obsidian Black. The former color variant went on sale on June 11 but the latter was yet to go on sale. Today, the AirDots 3 Pro Obsidian Black has gone on sale in China.

The Redmi AirDots 3 Pro is priced at CNY 349(~$54) but for today(July 9), as an introductory offer, the Obsidian Black color will be available for CNY 329(~$51). It will be available from Xiaomi stores across China.

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The AirDots 3 Pro is TWS earbuds that offer Active Noise Cancellation on budget. It comes with a 35d noise reduction feature that enables the buds to cut off the outside noise, offering clear sound. It also has support for the 69ms Ultra-low latency feature. It ensures that there’s less to no lag in the audio while gaming or video streaming.

It has a low-power chip that allows the earbuds to work for up to 6 hours without the case and up to 28 hours with the charging case(with ANC turned off). It has an in-ear design which is quite lightweight at just 4.9 grams.

It also comes with an IPX4 waterproof rating ensuring that they can resist a few water splashes. The buds also feature a Qi wireless charging technology.

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ASUS confirms the Zenfone 8 compact flagship will be launched in India soon

Taiwanese tech giant ASUS has confirmed via a tweet by Dinesh Sharma, Business Head, Commercial PC and Smartphone, ASUS India that the sleek Zenfone 8 smartphone will be launched in India soon. The tweet didn’t reveal the exact date the product will be launched but it states that it is coming soon. ASUS Zenfone 8The Zenfone 8 was launched alongside the ZenFone 8 Flip in Europe this year in the month of May. The Zenfone 8 was later launched in the U.S not too long ago. The company hasn’t talked about the India launch until now but ASUS India’s head did disclose that the smartphone will definitely be released in the country. The delay is likely due to the COVID 19 pandemic that gripped India around the period it was launched in Europe.

Considering the court order issued over a trademark dispute about the use of the ‘Zen’ or ‘ZenFone’ moniker, the Zenfone 8 will be launched in India as ASUS 8Z. The device was spotted on Google’s website under the ASUS 8Z moniker.

As a reminder, the Zenfone 8 features a 5.92-inch AMOLED screen with a punch hole at the top left corner and FHD+ resolution. The display has a 120Hz refresh rate, a Pixelworks chip, HDR10+, and is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus. Powering the device is a Snapdragon 888 processor paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

The compact flagship sports a dual-camera setup at the rear of which the main camera is a 64MP Sony IMX686 sensor teaming up with a 12MP ultrawide angle camera that can also shoot macro pictures. For selfies, there is a 12MP Sony IMX363 camera.

The Zenfone 8 packs a 4000mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging. There is an audio jack at the top of the device, stereo speakers, Cirrus Logic amplifiers, and Dirac HD sound technology. The phone also comes with NFC, Wi-Fi 6E, dual SIM support, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The Zenfone 8 runs Android 11 out of the box and has an IP68 rating

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OPPO reveals ColorOS 11 global update plan for July 2021

ColorOS 11 is the latest version of OPPO’s mobile software. It is based on Android 11 and was unveiled in September 2020. Since then, the company has been rolling out this software via OTA system update for eligible smartphones. At the start of every month, the firm reveals its update plan for that month. Now, as a new month has begun, OPPO reveals ColorOS 11 global update schedule for July 2021.

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As per OPPO Care’s official Twitter account, only one device will enter ColorOS 11 Beta program in July 2021. On other hand, no new phone will receive ColorOS 11 Stable update this month.

In a nutshell, the devices that have received the stable and beta builds earlier will continue to get it throughout this month. Here’s the entire list.

ColorOS 11 Beta July 2021 Update Plan

  • Ongoing

    • OPPO Reno
      • India
  • From July 28

    • OPPO K3
      • India

ColorOS 11 Stable July 2021 Update Plan

  • Ongoing

    • OPPO Find X2 Pro Automobili Lamborghini Edition
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO Find X2 Pro
      • Europe
        • Switzerland
        • Belgium
        • France
        • Italy
        • Spain
        • Germany
        • United Kingdom
        • Netherlands
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Find X2
      • Europe
        • Spain
        • Switzerland
        • Netherlands
        • Turkey
        • Ukraine
        • Romania
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Find X2 Neo
      • Europe
        • Netherlands
        • France
        • Spain
        • Switzerland
        • Italy
        • Germany
        • United Kingdom
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Find X2 Lite
      • Europe
        • Netherlands
        • Switzerland
        • France
        • Germany
        • Portugal
        • Spain
        • Italy
        • United Kingdom
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Reno4 Pro 5G
      • Europe
        • Portugal
        • Italy
        • Switzerland
        • France
        • Germany
        • Spain
        • Belgium
        • Netherlands
        • United Kingdom
        • Luxembourg
        • Ireland
        • Moldova
        • Romania
        • Poland
        • Russia
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Reno4 Pro 4G
      • Europe
        • Ukraine
        • Turkey
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Reno4 5G
      • Europe
        • France
        • Switzerland
        • Italy
        • Portugal
        • Spain
        • Germany
        • Netherlands
        • United Kingdom
        • Belgium
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Reno4 4G
      • Europe
        • Poland
        • Turkey
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Reno4 Z 5G
      • Europe
        • France
        • Italy
        • Germany
        • Netherlands
        • United Kingdom
        • Switzerland
        • Belgium
        • Portugal
        • Luxembourg
        • Ireland
        • Poland
        • Romania
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Reno4 F
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO Reno4 Lite
      • Europe
        • Turkey
        • Ukraine
        • Poland
        • Romania
        • Moldova
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Reno3 Pro 5G
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO Reno3 Pro 4G
      • Europe
        • Ukraine
        • Turkey
        • Romania
        • Poland
        • Russia
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Reno3 4G
      • Europe
        • Turkey
        • Poland
        • Ukraine
        • Russia
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO Reno3 A
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO Reno2
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO Reno2 Z
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO Reno2 F
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO Reno 10x Zoom
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO Reno Z
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO F17 Pro
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO F17
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO F15
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO F11 Pro Marvel’s Avengers Limited Edition
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO F11 Pro
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO F11
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO A93
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO A92
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO A91
      • Europe
        • Kazakhstan
        • Russia
        • Ukraine
        • Germany
        • Portugal
        • United Kingdom
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO A73 5G
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO A73
      • Europe
        • Belgium
        • Germany
        • Italy
      • Spain

 

    • OPPO A72
      • Europe
        • Poland
        • Russia
        • Romania
        • Turkey
        • Ukraine
        • Belgium
        • France
        • Germany
        • Italy
        • Luxembourg
        • Portugal
        • Spain
        • Netherlands
        • United Kingdom
      • Asia and Others
    • OPPO A53
      • India
      • Indonesia
    • OPPO A52
      • Europe
        • Poland
        • Russia
        • Turkey
        • Ukraine
        • Belgium
        • Germany
        • Italy
        • Spain
        • Netherlands
      • Asia and Others

 

    • OPPO A9 2020
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO A9
      • All Regions

 

    • OPPO A5 2020
      • All Regions

 

That said, the above-mentioned update timeline is limited to unlocked variants of the listed smartphones. For carrier models, users will have to check with their operators. Lastly, the 3GB RAM variant of OPPO A5 2020 and OPPO A9 2020 are not eligible for ColorOS 11 update.

 

 

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Xiaomi patents new fast wireless charging tech for foldable smartphones

In recent years, fast charging technology in smartphones has had various advancements thanks to breakthroughs in technology. These improvements have also made wireless charging faster and more relevant in the market, but, Xiaomi is apparently working on making this technology even better, especially for foldable smartphones.

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The Chinese tech giant had filed for a patent titled “Wireless Charging Method and Device, Folding Screen Electronic Equipment, Storage Media” back in 8th January 2020. Now, this patent has been granted, with a publication number of CN113098152A that was spotted on the CNIPA. While the patent doesn’t reveal any specifics regarding the fast charging technology or has any images of a particular device, it describes how a fast charging tech on a foldable phones would work.

Interestingly, the foldable handset will support wireless charging from either half of its rear panel. So regardless of whether it is folded or which side you place it on, the device will still support wireless charging even if only one half is in contact with the wireless charging pad. In other words, the device can be charged from either halves or the entire unfolded rear panel as well, making it more convenient for the users.

Xiaomi Vertical Wireless Charger 2

Furthermore, the patent states that the wireless charging device will first initiate a handshake communication with the foldable handset to obtain its supported charging type. This could enable the wireless charger to be more efficient and shorten the time to charge the foldable smartphone to full. Keep in mind that this is still just a patent and we have no way of confirming if Xiaomi is actually working on such technology, or is just covering all bases.

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boAt launching the Rockerz 333 neckband wireless headset rocking braided cables soon

Accessories maker boAt will soon unveil its latest neckband wireless headset, the boAt Rockerz 333, with several impressive features. The product was recently listed on Flipkart but the product page has been pulled down as of the time of reporting. The impending launch of the Rockerz 333 follows the successful release of the Rockerz 335 and Rockerz 330 within the past year.boAt RockeboAt Rockerz 333rz 333

The boAt Rockerz 333 comes with braided cables for enhanced device durability, as the cable is tangle-free. The upcoming device will also feature several excellent properties that will give the user the required comfort and entertainment that boAt has continued to project with its exciting accessories. The ergonomically-friendly boAt Rockerz 333 features Bluetooth 5.0, and it is possible to connect to dual input sources and switch between the two seamlessly. The Rockerz 333 has support for Voice Assistant, and each bud snugly fits into the ear with the presence of comfortable silicone fins. Another seemingly anti-tangle feature is that the buds can attach to themselves when not in use because of magnets’ presence. The excellent design and operation of the buds are accentuated with the IPX5 rating, meaning that the device has some degree of water resistance.boAt Rockerz 333

The boAt Rockerz 333 packs extensive power into its battery. It can last the whole day on a full charge, which guarantees top-notch entertainment and multitasking using the neckband wireless headset. The boAt Rockerz 333 boasts 30 hours of battery life. In addition, the device features USB-C super-fast charging with a 10-minute charge yielding up to 10 hours of playback for the device. The Rockerz 333 uses ASAP fast charging technology that was also used in the boAt Rockerz 330 that was unveiled in May 2021.

Pricing details and some other important information for the boAt Rockerz 333 are not yet available at this time. However, we expect more details to be out as we inch closer to the launch of the device.

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Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra receives MIUI 12.5 update in India as it goes on sale

Xiaomi announced the Mi 11 Ultra in India in late April. However, the smartphone went on sale for the first time only recently. Just as soon as the phone hit the stores, the company has now started rolling out the MIUI 12.5 update for it.

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MIUI 12.5 is the latest version of MIUI. It is a minor upgrade for devices running MIUI 12. Xiaomi has been rolling out this update to eligible devices for months.

The Mi 11 Ultra was one of the first smartphones to get this update. But since the company just started selling it in India, it has begun to receive this update only now in the country.

The MIUI 12.5 update for Mi 11 Ultra in India arrives with build number V12.5.2.0.RKAINXM. This software build is currently labeled as ‘Stable Beta’.

In simpler words, the OTA system update is being rolled out in batches. Hence, it may take some time to reach every unit in the region.

India is one of the few countries where the Mi 11 Ultra is cheaper. The device is priced at ₹69,999 ($939) in the country for the sole 12GB + 256GB variant. However, it ships with a 55W charger instead of a 67W charger, which is set to launch on July 12 in the country.

 

 

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Super Deal: Buy Soundcore Life P3 Earphone for $65 (Retail Price $100)

Anker Soundcore Life P3 Earphone which generally retails for $100 is now available at a massively discounted price of $64.80 only at AliExpress. This super deal ends tomorrow i.e. 10 July at 23.59 PT.

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 Anker Soundcore Life P3 Earphone

Anker Soundcore Life P3 TWS Earphone

 Anker Soundcore Life P3 Earphone

Key Features:

  • Multi-mode Noise Cancelling Earphones
  • 6 microphones for clearer calls
  • 11mm composite drivers for high-quality sound
  • Customizable EQ
  • Deep Bazz with bold beats
  • Special gaming mode for an immersive audio experience
  • 7 hours playtime on a single charge
  • 35 hours playtime with the charging case
  • Easy to find the earbuds with ‘Find function’ in Soundcore App
  • IPX5 – water-resistant

 Anker Soundcore Life P3 Earphone

Generally retailing for $100, you can now buy Anker Soundcore Life P3 Earphone at a discounted price of $64.80 only at AliExpress. Please note that this super deal ends on 10 July at 23.59 PT. So place your order asap. 

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Microsoft to roll out new versions of Windows 11 every year

While Windows 11 is expected to launch globally later this year, Microsoft has revealed some interesting information regarding the update cycle of its new operating system version ahead of the official roll out.

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According to an IndianExpress report, the American tech giant has promised that the new Windows 11 OS will get one new version update every year. Notably, this is down from two major software releases that the company rolled out each year for the Windows 10. In other words, Windows 11 will be getting updates less frequently compared to the current OS version, although, this might also led to lesser number of bugs making their through each update.

Furthermore, the new Windows 11 updates might arrive along with new Windows 10 updates during fall of each year. Microsoft also added that it will support each version of Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 Pro Education, Windows 11 Pro for Workstations, and Windows 10 Home for 24 months after the initial release. After this two year period however, users will be required to upgrade to continue receiving more security update. On the other hand, the Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Education, and Windows 11 IoT Enterprise will have a 36 months long support period.

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Interestingly, Microsoft will continue to support Windows 10 for now and has promised to offer support for Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro Education, Windows 10 Pro for Workstations and Windows 10 Home for another 18 months. For those interested in the upcoming OS version, you can check out the system requirements for Windows 11 by clicking on this link here, or even a OnePlus 6T running Crysis on Windows 11.

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AnTuTu June 2021: Nubia Red Magic 6 leads the list for Best Performing Flagship Phone

AnTuTu has just released its June 2021 list for the best performing flagship Android smartphones. In this list, the Nubia Red Magic 6 takes the throne, outperforming the likes of ROG Phone 5, iQOO 7, and others.

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As per the AnTuTu rankings, the Red Magic 6 leads the flagship smartphone. It scored 842,168 points in the AnTuTu benchmarks. This marks a 20,000 points lead over the Realme GT that was the leading flagship device from a month prior. Under the hood, the Red Magic 6 sports the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC paired with the 16GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage alongside a 165Hz high refresh rate panel on the front.

Notably, the Snapdragon 888 SoC dominates the list with the top 10 Android flagships sporting this chipset, although, the scores of various devices varies. The ROG Phone 5 took the second spot with an average score of 815,628 points, followed by the iQOO 7’s 815,343 points that had it come third in the list. The top five spots was rounded by the Realme GT, which fell to fourth place with 813,851 points, and the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra that came fifth with 797,194 points.

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Talking about the mid range list, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite held on to its crown for the top performing device (526,282 points) in this segment, after beating the Redmi 10X 5G back in May 2021. The Honor 30 with its Kirin 985 SoC took the second spot (454,528 points) and was one of the only two devices on this list that had the Kirin lineup of processor. Interestingly, three smartphones with MediaTek’s Dimensity 800U devices (realme 7 5G, Narzo 30 Pro 5G, and X7 5G) also made the list over just one from last month’s rankings.

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Xiaomi to launch a 67W charger in India on July 12

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra supports 67W wired fast charging. But the smartphone ships with a 55W charger in India. Now, as the device is finally on sale in the country, the company is bringing the 67W charger to the region just like it promised in May.

Xiaomi Mi 67W SonicCharge Charger Teaser Launch Date

Xiaomi has revealed that it will be launching a 67W charger in India on July 12. Going by the teasers, this product could be called Mi 67W SonicCharge Charger just like the Mi 33W SonicCharge 2.0 Charger from late last year.

Going by the official teaser page on Xiaomi India’s website, the charger will be able to charge all kinds of products from Mi Bands to laptops. It will also support Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 protocol.

Further, the accessory will have a USB Type-A port. It will ship with a USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable. Hence, buyers need not invest separately in a cable to experience maximum power output.

Xiaomi claims this charger to be small, however, we don’t have any information on its dimensions and weight. Since the company has not mentioned GaN (Gallium Nitride) in any of its teasers, the charger should be most likely based on silicon.

Last but not least, the upcoming Xiaomi Mi 67W SonicCharge Charger will come with built-in surge protection.

With that being said, how much do you think Xiaomi will charge for this new charger? Do let us know your guesses in the comment box below.

 

 

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Galaxy M21 2021 (Prime) Edition specifications emerge, launch could be near

Samsung announced the Galaxy M21 last year in March 2020 in India. A fresh leak reveals that the company is working on a new variant of the same phone called the Galaxy M21 2021 Edition. The M21’s model number is SM-M215F, whereas the upcoming phone has an SM-M215G model number. The SM-M215G handset was previously seen with the Galaxy M21 Prime Edition moniker at the Google Play Console. A fresh leak by 91mobiles has revealed the specifications of the smartphone. However, the report claims that the device will be called the Galaxy M21 2021 edition.

The publication revealed that the Galaxy M21 2021 Edition will have the same specs as the existing Galaxy M21. The only noticeable difference is that the 2021 model will be loaded with the latest One UI 3.1 flavored Android 11 OS.

Since the phone is said to arrive with the same specs, it is likely to end up as the Galaxy M21 Prime Edition. To recollect, the South Korean company launched the Galaxy M31 Prime Edition, which came with the same specs as the existing M31. However, the Prime Edition came with Amazon ecosystem apps and complimentary Prime membership of 3 months. The same perks can be expected from the Galaxy M21 Prime Edition.

Samsung Galaxy M21
Samsung Galaxy M21

Samsung Galaxy M21 (Prime) 2021 Edition specifications

In terms of specs, it may come with a 6.4-inch S-AMOLED HD+ display, a 20-megapixel front camera, and a triple camera system that has a 48-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 5-megapixel depth assist lens. The back panel of the phone is expected to feature a traditional fingerprint scanner.

The Exynos 9611 may drive the phone with up to 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of native storage. It may feature a 6,000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging.

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Apple to launch redesigned MacBook Pro with Mini-LED later this year: Kuo

Recently, various rumors and reports regarding the upcoming Apple MacBook Pro has surfaced. Now, a report from known analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed that the company will be launching its redesigned MacBook Pro later this year, which will feature Mini LED displays.

Apple

According to a 9To5Mac report, the analyst claims that the Cupertino based giant will begin the production of the new 14 inch and 16 inch MacBook Pros in the third quarter of this year. Furthermore, Kuo also stated that the brand has been investing in Mini LED display panels, which it is seeking to include in more products in the future. In other words, the latest MacBook Pro launching this year might feature Mini LED displays.

Earlier this year, Apple had launched the 12.9 inch iPad Pro, which was the company’s first Mini LED device. Mini LED display is basically comprised of thousands of really small LEDs in the backlight, which enables it to offer higher contrast ratio and deeper blacks like OLED panels. As per previous reports from Kuo, the new MacBook Pro will have a flat edged design along with a more powerful M1X chip.

Apple

The analyst also added that the Mini LED panel that will be featured on the MacBook Pros will also arrive in another model of the company’s notebooks. In 2022, this display technology will also arrive in the next generation of MacBook Air, which is also rumored to feature the company’s M2 chip that will have a more advanced GPU. Keep in mind, this is still an unconfirmed report so take this news with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more updates.

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