Sony postpones its camera launch event

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Jul 5, 2021

Sony announced last week that it will unveil a new camera on Wednesday, July 7. Unfortunately, that will no longer be happening.

The Sony Camera official YouTube channel uploaded a short video today announcing that the announcement has been postponed. No reason was given for the decision, though they did say that a new date will be announced soon.

The original poster for the launch had a caption that read “capture more of your world”. The new camera is expected to launch under the Alpha series and there are rumors it will be the Alpha 7 IV, a successor to the Alpha 7 III released back in 2018.

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Play Store for Wear OS gets a design revamp

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 5, 2021

Google has partnered with Samsung to develop a new operating system borne from the fusion of Wear OS and Tizen. While we still don’t know the official name of the new wearable operating system, it is expected to make its debut when the Galaxy Watch 4 series launches. Ahead of their arrival, Google has begun rolling out a design update to the Play Store app for smartwatches.

Info about the new interface was first shared by a user on Reddit and reported first by 9to5Google. The Reddit user who goes by Suunto 7 shared screenshots showing the differences between the old and new interface.

Google has ditched the rectangular blocks for a pill-shaped one that looks nicer. The app icons have also been redesigned. Not only are they smaller but they have ditched the squircle shape for a circle. The font size has also been reduced and the search icon has also been changed from green to white. These changes make the UI look more cleaner and suited for small displays.

At the moment, this seems to be the only report of an update. Google is most likely doing a test rollout, and once there are no critical bugs, we should see a wider rollout.

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DJI Pocket 2 Handheld Camera Gimbal getting a white-colored version on July 8

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 5, 2021

In November last year, DJI Innovations unveiled its smallest handheld camera gimbal – the DJI Pocket 2. The company is now set to release another version of this portable gimbal. The upcoming version will sport a white paint job and will be unveiled in China at 9:30 a.m. on July 8.

An official poster of the Pocket 2 White version has been shared by the company. The picture shows clearly that the white version is way more attractive than its black counterpart despite the two having entirely the same design. The product will likely be very popular with female folks.

Apart from the new white coating, this version is similar in all aspects to the black-colored Pocket 2. t retains the compact and portable design of the black version. As a reminder, the Pocket 2 has an overall dimension of 124.7X38.1X30mm and weighs only 117g. It has a built-in 875mAh lithium-ion battery. Under 1080P video shooting, the battery can last up to 140 minutes which is super impressive.

The device adopts DJI’s advanced gimbal stabilization technology. This allows users to hold it with one hand without fear of shaking and with a guarantee of a stable video shoot. At the same time, the hybrid focus 2.0 technology is fully upgraded to support 8x zoom, and you can shoot details without being close to the subject.

The Pocket 2 is equipped with the Sony IMX686 sensor that is found on flagship phones. The camera has a 64MP sensor with 1/1.7 inches pixel size, and supports 4K/60fps video.

We expect the company to retain the pricing of the Black variant on this White version. The pricing starts at $349 white the Pocket 2 Creator Combo with more accessories is priced at $499.

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ZTE Axon 30 5G teaser poster confirms the second-gen under-screen camera technology

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 5, 2021

ZTE first launched the under-screen camera technology last year onboard the Axon 20 5G Extreme Edition. The Chinese company is expected to launch its second-generation under-screen camera technology this year stuffed inside the Axon 30 series. There have been several rumors surrounding the Axon 30 series but ZTE has now released an official teaser poster that suggests the launch is imminent.

Apart from the imminent launch that the poster suggests, it also contains a render of the device, giving us a clue of what to expect. The teaser poster confirms that the Axon 30 series will feature a full-screen design without any notch or hole punch. In other words, the device will indeed feature ZTE’s next-gen under-screen camera technology. The selfie camera is under the display, giving the device an almost 100% screen-to-body ratio.

Judging from the pictures released by ZTE, the appearance of the lower version of Axon 30 is indeed very high. Without a notch or cut-out, the visual effect of the display is topnotch. Phone enthusiasts who are fans of a completely symmetrical design will find this very appealing. This should be the closest we’ve seen to a bezel-less smartphone.

In addition to the under-screen camera technology, the Axon 30 may also be the world’s first device to get a 20GB RAM version. ZTE executive, Lu Qianhao recently hinted at a 20GB RAM phone from the Chinese brand. However, we can’t say for sure if this will be onboard the Axon 30.

In addition, a new ZTE model with model number ZTE A2322 received network certification recently. The listing showed that the device will come with a standard 55W fast charging charger. This is also expected to be on the Axon 30.

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Lenovo’s Xiaoxin Pad Pro gets Android 11 via ZUI 12.5 update

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Jul 5, 2021

The Xiaoxin Pad Pro was one of two tablets Lenovo announced in its home country last year. The tablet which is sold as the Lenovo Tab P11 Pro outside China is now receiving a new update that brings Android 11 along with new features.

Lenovo is rolling out the ZUI 12.5 update and it comes with Android 11 for the Xiaoxin Pad. Below are some of the new features the update brings:

Android 11
Added universal horizontal app function that allows vertical apps to work in horizontal mode
Added a recycle bin to the Gallery app
Optimized Lenovo One and reduced latency
Added support for online wallpapers and online themes

The Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro has a 2K 11.5-inch OLED display with a 2560 x 1600 resolution. The bezels are slim and the display supports Dolby Vision, DC Dimming, and works with the Xiaoxin Stylus.

There is a Snapdragon 730G processor under the hood along with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. The Xiaoxin Pad Pro has a 13MP main camera on the back and it is paired with a 5MP ultrawide angle camera. Up in front are two 8MP sensors of which one is an RGB camera and the other is an IR TOF 3D camera for face unlock. There is also a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The tablet packs JBL quad speakers, a 3.5mm audio jack, and has support for Dolby Atmos. The battery capacity is 8600mAh and there is support for 20W fast charging via a USB-C port. The Xiaoxin Pad Pro also has pogo pins for connecting to a keyboard.

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South Korea leads the globe in 5G download speeds, 10x faster than the US

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Jul 5, 2021

South Korea is one of the few nations that have widely adopted 5G networking. But apart from just being one of the first, it is also the nation that is capable of offering the true capabilities of the newer and faster telecommunication generation.

According to a SpeedCheck report, the country is the number 1 in the world in terms of download speeds. The report added that the speeds in the region can reach up to 449 Mbps (5G median download speeds). This result was found as per tests conducted during the period of February and March 2021. On the other hand, the median 5G download speeds in the US only amounts to 43.4 Mbps, which is about ten times slower than their Korean carrier counterparts. Additionally, the US also has much lower 5G penetration at only 10 percent compared to South Korea’s 20 percent.

The high speeds, in turn, implies that people in South Korea are likely to have a better 5G experience with download times of big files, a more immersive VR/AR experience, and even while playing online video games. Notably, the runner up in the list for the region with the fastest 5G download speeds was Taiwan, which only managed to achieve a median speed of 135.36 Mbps. This is still significantly behind the speeds offered by telecom carriers in South Korea.

The report also did a price comparison between networks of the US and South Korea. Data found that people in the US paid around 1.5 US Dollars per gigabyte, while South Koreans paid 2.3 US Dollars per gigabyte. While the number is higher, the networking speed difference between the two seems makes up for the price value overall. SpeedCheck also believes that price is not a constraint for US citizens if they can avail much faster networking speeds.

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Teclast M40 Pro Tablet launches Globally for $179

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Jul 5, 2021

Teclast M40 Pro Tablet has launched exclusively on AliExpress. It is a mid-range tablet with a 10.1-inch display, which will go on sale from 12 July.

Teclast M40 Pro Tablet features a 10.1-inch full HD IPS display with 1920 x 1200 high resolution. The tablet has a wide-angle display and exceptional color rendition that gives you an enhanced visual experience. With a light and thin metal body, the tablet is extremely portable.

Powered by a UNISOC T618 Octa-Core processor, the tablet comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM, expandable with a MicroSD card. Also fitted with the Mali G-52 GPU, the tablet brings you an immersive gaming experience.

Teclast M40 Pro Tablet comes with an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera, which is adequate for your selfies and video calls. Featuring the latest Momentum II Sound system with a stereo speaker design, the tablet gives you an immersive audio experience and in-game positional accuracy. It features dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth v5.0 and runs on the powerful Android 11. The tablet is fueled by a massive 7000mAh battery and can be easily charged with a Type-C interface.

Teclast M40 Pro Tablet has a retail price of $295. But as a part of its world premiere, you can now buy this tablet for a heavily discounted price of $179 only.

Please note that this world premiere sale starts on 12 July and ends on 15 July and also comes with a free M40 Pro tablet case.

Samsung Galaxy M22 pricing for Europe leaked, may launch soon

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 5, 2021

Recent reports have claimed that Samsung may soon launch the Galaxy M22 mid-range phone. A European vendor has listed the M22 before its official announcement. The listing has revealed the pricing of the device.

The Galaxy M22 listing states that it is priced at 239.90 euros including VAT. This pricing belongs to the 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage variant. The M22 was recently spotted at the Geekbench benchmarking site with an Helio G80 chip, 4 GB of RAM, and Android 11 OS. The handset was recently spotted at Bluetooth SIG last month, which suggests it may debut at some point later this month.

The Galaxy M22 is said to be based on Galaxy A22 4G that was recently unveiled in Europe and Indian markets. The A22 has a 6.4-inch HD+ display, Helio G80 chip, 4 GB of RAM, up to 128 GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging support.

Samsung Galaxy A22 4G render — Samsung Galaxy A22 4G

For photography, it has a 13-megapixel selfie camera, and its rear shell has a 48-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. It has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for security.

Samsung is yet to confirm the existence of the Galaxy M22. The A22 is available in Europe in 4G and 5G versions. It is unclear whether the M22 will also arrive in the 5G version in near future.

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Vivo Y72 5G leak reveals Indian launch date, RAM, bank offers, and more

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Sean

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Jul 5, 2021

The Vivo Y72 5G was set to launch in India soon. Now, a new leak has revealed the exact launch date of the smartphone along with its memory configuration, special bank offers, and more details.

According to a 91Mobiles report, the leak of the launch date for the Vivo Y72 5G arrives from an official from the Chinese tech giant. Furthermore, Tipster Yogesh also shared an image poster for the upcoming smartphone. Previously, the company launched the device in Thailand with the MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset, a 64 megapixel triple camera module, and a 5,000mAh battery pack. Now, the image poster has revealed additional information regarding the device.

Looking the poster, the Vivo Y72 5G will be launched in India in a single memory configuration, namely 8GB of RAM that supports virtual expansion of an additional 4GB of RAM. The image also confirms that the device will sport a FHD+ display that supports 90Hz refresh rate. The company will apparently launched the new device on 15th July 2021 and will be available in two color variants, including Dream Glow and Graphite Black.

Vivo would also launch the device with special bank offers as well. Customers can avail a flat 1,500 INR (roughly 20 US Dollars) cashback through HDFC bank, ICICI Bank, and Kotak. The company is also offering a free one time replacement and Jio benefits worth 10,000 INR (roughly 135 US Dollars) on the purchase of the new smartphone. At the moment, the device is expected to launch under 20,000 INR (roughly 270 US Dollars) and will be unveiled on July 15. So stay tuned for more updates.

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Realme GT Master Edition renders, pricing, specifications emerge in a new leak

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 5, 2021

The Realme GT Master Edition is expected to go official soon in China. A fresh leak by reliable tipster OnLeaks in collaboration with 91mobiles states that the smartphone will be also heading to Europe soon. The new leak has revealed the renders, pricing, and specifications. While previous leaks claimed that the GT Master Edition will be a flagship device with Snapdragon 870 and 50-megapixel triple cameras, the new leak claims that it will be driven by the Snapdragon 778G and 64-megapixel triple cameras.

Realme GT Master Edition design

The Realme GT Master Edition CAD renders show that it sports a punch-hole display on the front. The display has curved edges and it is integrated with a fingerprint sensor. The back panel of the phone has a triple camera setup and an LED flash unit. It is flanked with features like microphones, a USB-C port, speaker griller, a 3.5mm audio jack, SIM card tray, a volume rocker, and a power key along the edges.

The leak states that Realme has designed the GT Master Edition in partnership with Japanese designer Naoto Fukusawa. The White and Black finish of the smartphone is expected to arrive with a matte finish. There will be a third model featuring a unique design and faux leather. The handset weighs 174 grams, and it measures 8mm in thickness.

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Realme GT Master Edition specifications

The GT Master Edition’s latest leak reveals that it has a 6.43-inch sAMOLED FHD+ display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 778G chip SoC powered device may ship with up to 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. The Realme UI 2.0 and Android 11 OS will come preinstalled on the device.

It may feature a 32-megapixel front camera, and a 64-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (depth) triple camera system. It may come with support for 65W fast charging for its 4,300mAh battery.

Realme GT Master Edition price (Rumored)

It is speculated that the Realme GT Master Edition will land in Europe in two options such as 8GB RAM + 256GB storage and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage. These variants are priced at 399 euros (~$473) and 449 euros (~$533). Hemmerstoffer also mentioned that there was a lower variant with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB storage priced at 349 euros (~$414), which has been seemingly canceled.

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Apple iPhone 13 may feature larger wireless charging coils and reverse charging: Report

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Sean

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Jul 5, 2021

A new report has revealed that Apple might be making the wireless charging coil on the iPhone 13 series a bit larger than the previous generation. It is also possible that the change might even bring support for reverse wireless charging as well.

According to a new rumor from Max Weinbach (Via MacRumors), the Cupertino based giant plans on housing a larger physical wireless charging coil on the rear of this year’s iPhone lineup. This, in turn, would mean the increase of the surface area of the wireless charging. Previously, Weinbach had also reported that the upcoming iPhone 13 would feature stronger MagSafe magnets as well. Now, he believes that this might be the reason for the larger coil size.

Furthermore, Weinbach also added that this could also imply of the arrival of reverse wireless charging support in the next gen iPhones. For those unaware, this technology enables users to charge devices that support wireless charging from their iPhones. For example, one could charge their AirPods through an iPhone 13 model, by simply placing the hearables on the rear of the smartphone.

As of right now, it is unsure if the company is actually aiming on bringing this feature to its products anytime soon. Although, rumors have surfaced of the 2022 iPad Pro featuring reverse wireless charging technology. Since this technology can cause a drain on a smartphone, it seems more feasible on a larger device like the iPad. Unfortunately, this is still an unconfirmed report so take it with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more updates.

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OnePlus Nord CE 5G is receiving its third system update within a month from launch

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jul 5, 2021

OnePlus launched the OnePlus Nord CE 5G last month. A week after the device’s announcement, it received not one but two system updates. Now, the handset has started receiving its third software update.

OnePlus Nord CE 5G Blue Void Featured B — OnePlus Nord CE 5G

OnePlus is rolling out a system update for the OnePlus Nord CE 5G. The latest update arrives as OxygenOS 11.0.4.4.

According to the official announcement post on the OnePlus Community, the new software update for the OnePlus Nord CE 5G brings improvements for face unlock, charging speed, front camera performance, and system stability.

It also comes with optimizations for video calls and ‘NIGHTSCAPE’ (night mode) photos. Last but not least, the latest software build also brings fixes for some known issues.

That said, like any other OTA system update, the OxygenOS 11.0.4.4 update for the OnePlus Nord CE 5G is being seeded out in batches globally. Therefore, it may not be available for all users at the moment but it should in the coming days. Anyway, the update arrives with the following build numbers for different regions.

India (IN): 11.0.4.4.EB13DA
Europe (EU): 11.0.4.4.EB13AA
North America (NA): 11.0.4.4.EB13BA

OnePlus Nord CE 5G OxygenOS 11.0.4.4 Official Changelog

System
- Improved the face unlock experience
- Improved the charging speed
- Improved system stability and fixed known issues
Camera
- Improved front camera performance
- Reduced noise in dark areas of NIGHTSCAPE photos
- Optimized the video call experience

Ulefone Tab A7 delivers excellent performance, reveals hands-on video

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Simranpal Singh

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Jul 5, 2021

Ulefone recently unveiled a powerful yet affordable tablet – Ulefone Tab A7. The new tablet offers some excellent specifications including a massive 7680mAh battery, an octa-core processor, 4GB RAM, and a large 10.1-inch FHD display. The new tablet offers support for dual-band wifi and houses triple-navigation systems. It is fully loaded considering the specifications, but the device also houses refined software. The hands-on video sheds some light on real-world usage.

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From phenomenal display to the powerful chipset, the Ulefone A7 Tab is a fully loaded tablet. The video showcases its ability to host CPU-intensive tasks smoothly and improve productivity by simultaneously switching between tasks. It can be used for work, e-book reading, and can even act as an entertainment hub. The ability to split-screen and easy switching allows the users to be more productive. Even though, the children can play games study online, and solve puzzles.

It comes with native Ulefone accessories such as the Folio cover and the smart keyboard further enhances the usability of the tablet. Especially, the keyboard converts the tablet into a full-fledged laptop, meanwhile, the Folio Cover protects the display and can act as a stand while watching videos and other entertainment stuff. However, these accessories are retailing separately.

Unlike laptops, tablets are more interactive due to their portability and touch displays. It is a good buy for business users who often travel a lot and requires a powerful device. The company has even streamlined the software features to better suit the heavy users.

Ulefone A7 tab comes with 4G LTE support, dual-band Wifi, and a GPS + GLONASS + Beidou navigation system. The tablet is retailing at an exciting price via the Ulefone official store.

Related: Ulefone Summer Hot sale now live on AliExpress with upto 70% discount

Redmi Note 10 Pro 6GB + 128GB price in India increased yet again

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jul 5, 2021

The Redmi Note 10 Pro sold in India is exclusive to the country. It comes with a 64MP primary camera instead of a 108MP shooter like on the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, which is actually known as the Redmi Note 10 Pro in the rest of the world. Anyway, this device has now received its second price hike exactly a month after the first.

Redmi Note 10 Pro Featured B — Redmi Note 10 Pro

Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 10 Pro in India in three storage configurations – 6GB + 64GB, 6GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 128GB. They debuted for ₹15,999, ₹16,999, and ₹18,999 respectively.

But unfortunately, the company increased the price of the mid 6GB + 128GB variant by ₹500 on June 4. Hence, this version of the smartphone had been selling for ₹17,499 since then.

Yesterday, on July 4, a month after the first price hike, the same memory variant got its second price hike of ₹500. Therefore, the Redmi Note 10 Pro 6GB + 128GB now retails for ₹17,999 in India.

The Redmi Note 10 Pro is not the only phone in the Redmi Note 10 series to get multiple price hikes in India. Just a few days back, the price of the vanilla Redmi Note was increased the third time. Additionally, Xiaomi also incremented the price of its select Mi TV and Redmi TV models in the country.

The increase in the price of smartphones and televisions is a direct result of the shortage of components. If the situation continues, it may affect the rate of demand in India.

ASUS unveils list of Motherboards that support Windows 11 update

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Sean

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Jul 5, 2021

Since Microsoft has just unveiled its latest Windows 11 OS, various PC parts manufacturers are working to make their hardware compatible with the new update. Now, ASUS has just unveiled its list of motherboards that support the latest version of Windows.

The news arrives from an updated version of the company’s official website’s FAQs sections (spotted by WccFTech). In this section, the Taiwanese PC parts maker revealed the list of motherboards that will be compatible with the upcoming Windows 11 update. For those unaware, Windows 11 is the latest version of Microsoft’s popular Windows platform and has already available for download from leaks online.

Notably, the brand also added a disclaimer that stated that “Windows 11 has not been officially released and there might be stability issues with the Insider Preview build as it has not passed formal hardware validation and qualification. The installation or upgrade to the Windows 11 Insider Preview or any third party software is done at your own discretion and risk. You will be solely responsible for any damage to your system or loss of data that results from that activity. ASUS will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of Windows 11.”

In other words, the company advised caution when upgrading to the newer OS. For those interested, keeping back ups for data and other important settings is a safe practice. Previously, Microsoft had also revealed the hardware requirements for Windows 11. This includes a CPU with two or more cores clocked at 1GHz paired with at least 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. TPM version 2.0 is also required along with a DirectX 12 compatible graphics card among other requirements. You can check out the names of all ASUS supported motherboards by following this link here.

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Xiaomi leads second hand market for smartphones made in China: Report

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Sean

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Jul 5, 2021

A new report has just revealed that Xiaomi is the leader in the second hand market for smartphones that were produced locally in the second quarter of this year in China.

The news arrives from a recent report from the Zhuanzhuan Group that was titled the “Mobile Phone Market Report for the Second Quarter of 2021.” In this report, it was revealed that the Chinese tech giant overtook Vivo to become the largest domestic smartphone brand in the second hand handset market. Although, the number one brand in terms of transaction volume increase was Honor, which saw a month on month growth rate of a whopping 88.34 percent during the second quarter.

The report also noted an interesting trend, with the price of second hand Apple iPhone witnessing a steady decline in the used market. On the other hand, the prices for the second hand flagship smartphone models from Huawei saw an explosive rise, reaching 96.45 percent for the Mate 40 Pro. While 5G enabled handsets were the market leaders for the new smartphone segment, 4G was still accounted for a notable market share of the second hand market.

Zhuanzhuan Group’s report also added that the second hand mobile phone market in Q2 saw a 10.76 percent rise in transaction volume over the previous quarter. Talking about the overall market, Apple still led the second hand market with a share of 36.53 percent in Q2. Xiaomi led the domestic brands in this segment, with a 13.88 percent market share. On the other hand, Vivo and Huawei followed close behind with a 12.7 and 12.04 percent market share.

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OnePlus may soon enter the tablet category

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jul 5, 2021

The Android tablet market had been rapidly declining for the past few years. However, due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the demand for them has soared as people are continuing their job and education from home. As a result, old tablet makers like Xiaomi are expected to make a comeback in the second half of 2021. Similarly, new players are reported to enter the segment. The latest brand expected to launch tablets in the near future is OnePlus.

OnePlus is part of OPLUS, which includes OPPO and realme. The latter two brands are being reported to release tablets for months. In fact, realme has even confirmed that its first tablet will be called ‘realme Pad’.

Now, out of the blue, an EUIPO trademark filing by OnePlus reveals that its tablets could be marketed as ‘OnePlus Pad’. Unfortunately, the listing does not reveal anything else.

Since OnePlus is now a sub-brand of OPPO, we can expect the tablets from these three brands to be identical in some way or another. They may run a common ColorOS fork designed specifically for tablets. However, they could ship with some additional features to differentiate from each other.

For years, there have been no good Android tablets in the budget and mid-range segments. This year, Lenovo showed us that companies can do produce affordable tablets like Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021 (review) with high-end specs.

Hopefully, the new breed of Android tablets from existing players as well as new entrants make a difference in the tablet market, which is dominated by Apple iPads.

India has selected four companies to boost local IT product manufacturing

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Sean

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Jul 5, 2021

At the start of this month, India announced the names of four global firms that will be a part of its 1 billion US Dollar incentive plan that aims at producing and boosting exports of laptops, tablets, and personal computers.

According to a Reuters report, India named Dell Inc, Wistron Corp’s ICT, Flex Ltd, and Foxconn’s Rising Stars as its choice of global firms that would be a part of its IT product manufacturing boost plans. Furthermore, the local government also selected an additional ten brands as well, including smartphone makers Lava and Dixon, which manufactures TVs for Xiaomi Corp in India. The government revealed the list of firms in a statement recently.

In the plan, these manufacturers will get cash back of 1 to 4 percent of additional sales of locally made products over the course of years. These fours years would have 2019 to 2020 as the base year. So, in the next four years these brands are expected to generate around 1.61 trillion rupees (roughly 21.59 billion US Dollars) from IT hardware. Meanwhile, the efforts are also expected bring about the creation of 36,000 jobs in the region.

Notably, the plan would likely also help the Cupertino based giant, Apple, in assembling some of its iPad tablet models in India. For those unaware, new policy push in the electronics field from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has led to Apple suppliers Foxconn and Wistron expanding their presence in their region. At the moment, the country is the second largest smartphone market in the world, so the efforts from the government to increase local production would also benefit the Indian economy as well.

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OnePlus Nord 2 launch date tipped

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jul 5, 2021

The OnePlus Nord was probably the most-hyped smartphone of 2021. Ahead of the release of its successor dubbed as OnePlus Nord 2, the company has deleted all the posts from the OnePlus Nord official Instagram account as part of marketing. Additionally, a popular tech influencer has also tipped the device’s launch timeline.

OnePlus Nord 2 render — OnePlus Nord 2 | Source: @OnLeaks via 91Mobiles

Earlier today, OnePlus took down all the posts from its OnePlus Nord official Instagram handle. At around the same time, Mukul Sharma, a well-known Indian tech influencer tipped the launch timeline for the OnePlus Nord 2.

According to Sharma, the OnePlus Nord 2 will launch during the last 10 days of July. The handset could go official on July 24. If this is true, we expect the brand to officially announce the launch date in the coming days as it is gearing up for promotion.

As per previous reports, the upcoming OnePlus Nord 2 will look identical to the OnePlus 9 series. It is reported to come with a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a punch-hole, and an in-screen fingerprint reader.

The phone is said to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC coupled with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage. As for optics, it is said to feature a 50MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (unknown) triple camera setup on the back and a 32MP selfie camera on the front.

Last but not least, the OnePlus Nord 2 is expected to be backed by a 4,500mAh battery with support for Warp Charge 30T Plus fast charging protocol.

DIZO Star 300, Star 500 feature phones launched in India with Rs 1,299 (~$17) starting price

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 5, 2021

Last week, DIZO announced the DIZO GoPods D TWS earbuds and DIZO Wireless neckband in India. Today, the Realme sub-brand silently announced the DIZO Star 300 and DIZO Star 500 feature phones in India. Here is all the information on the specs, features, and pricing of the Star 300 and Star 500 handsets.

DIZO Star 300 and DIZO Star 500 specifications and features

The DIZO Star 300 has a 1.77-inch display and a 2,550mAh battery, whereas the DIZO Star 500 has a 2.8-inch screen and a 1,900mAh battery. Both phones support 5W charging.

The rear side of the Star 300 has a rectangle-shaped module, while the Star 500 has a textured back with a circular camera housing. Both modules have a 0.3-megapixel camera and an LED flash. On the connectivity front, they are equipped with a dual SIM slot with 2G connectivity, an external storage slot that supports up to 64GB of microSD card, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a microUSB port.

Apart from English the Star 500 supports Indian languages such as Hindi, Gujarati, Tamil, Telegu, and Kannada. The Star 300 supports a few more languages such as Bengali and Punjabi. The Star 500 and Star 300 other features like Bluetooth, alarm, calendar, sound recorder, files (file manager), FM radio, and music player. It is unclear whether the Star 300 supports Bluetooth connectivity. The Star 300 and 500 models offer 32MB of RAM and 32MB of storage.

DIZO Star 300 and DIZO Star 500 pricing and availability

The DIZO Star 300 is priced at Rs 1,299 (~$17) in India, and it comes in blue color. On the other hand, the Star 500 is priced at Rs 1,799 (~$24) and it comes in green.

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