POCO X3 GT and F3 GT certification listings spotted, might launch soon

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Jun 24, 2021

Earlier this month, we had reported on the POCO X3 GT bagging the FCC certification. Now, the upcoming smartphone has also been spotted on the Malaysian SIRIM certification, while POCO F3 GT has also received the TUV Rheinland certification as well.

Talking about the X3 GT first, the device is expected to be the rebranded version of the Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G that has just been spotted clearing the SIRIM certification. This certification revealed the device’s model number and also confirmed its name as the POCO X3 GT. As per this listing (Via MySmartPrice), the smartphone carried the model number 21061110AG, which is in line with the FCC certification we had covered before.

On the other hand, the F3 GT, which is believed to be a rebranded version of the Redmi K40 Game Enhanced Edition, was also spotted receiving TUV Rheinland certification. The certification reveals that the model number for the M2012K10C/ M2012K10I. Notably, the “I” in the model number could be a reference to the Indian variant. The listing was spotted by known tipster Mukul Sharma who shared the information along with a screenshot on Twitter.

So yes, Redmi K40 Gaming Indian variant (POCO F3 GT) has now received the TUV Rheinland certification. Will feature the same BM56 battery which I spotted months ago on the Indian BIS.
Feel free to retweet.#POCO #POCOF3GT pic.twitter.com/m6gks8K4d4

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) June 23, 2021

Both of the aforementioned smartphone are expected to launch in India soon. Although, the exact announcement date is currently unknown. Furthermore, the company has yet to official reveal any finer details regarding these handsets. So stay tuned for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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Xiaomi launches the MIJIA Screen Display Switch under crowdfunding

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 24, 2021

Xiaomi has consistently disclosed its desire to transform most homes into smart homes through the incorporation of smart, interconnected products. Over the years, we have seen the brand’s product offering increase from vacuum robots, smart bulbs, smart switches, and several others. The Chinese tech giant has now launched the MIJIA Screen Display Switch.

The MIJIA Screen Display Switch is offered in two models; single-key and double-key, priced at 99 yuan (~$15) and 109 yuan (~$17) respectively. The smart switch is capable of realizing smart scenes such as remote switching of lights and XiaoAI voice control without the need for wiring.

The switch has a built-in temperature and humidity sensor, which allows the user to see the temperature and humidity of the room. There is an LCD screen on the display which can be used to view the temperature and humidity of the room. The switch can be linked with the indoor air conditioner and humidifier.

At the same time, the screen also displays the current time and date, and the outdoor weather. The outdoor weather is represented with different symbols: cloudy, sunny, rain, snow, cloudy, and haze.

In addition, the switch features a built-in Bluetooth Mesh gateway function which allows it to be linked with other smart products to realize whole-house interconnection. You can even customize the buttons from functioning as a light switch. From the MIJIA app, the user can customize any of the buttons as a switch for other smart devices in the home.

The smart switch is durable as it is touted to withstand up to 80,000 presses. It won’t oxidize easily despite using a brass base and sterling silver contacts. The gadget is 110mm long and 86mm wide. The product is presently up for crowdfunding on Xiaomi Youpin and is expected to start shipping on July 4.

LG faces backlash for its plans on selling Apple iPhones in South Korea

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Sean

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Jun 24, 2021

We had recently reported on Apple seeking to sell its iPhones and other products from LG stores in South Korea. But now, it seems that the latter is facing backlash in the country from local smartphone distributors over market competition.

According to TheKoreaHerald report, the South Korean tech giant is facing backlash from local distributors and a private consensus based panel on shared growth, which stated that LG would be breaking its ‘word’ if it goes ahead with the new plan. Furthermore, the Korea Commission for Corporate Partnership added that the company’s pact with the commission in signed in 2019 that had LG would work to achieve co-prosperity with smaller firms in the industry.

The company had just recently announced that it would be shutting down its smartphone unit. It was also reportedly planning on selling iPhones and other Apple products from its official retail stores in South Korea. But this plan has brought up criticism from the Korea Mobile Distributor Association as well, which is an agency that represents interests of domestic phone distributors.

Now, the organization has sent a letter to the Korea Commission Corporate Partnership and has asked the body to intervene. Back in 2018, LG Electronics and Samsung Electronics had agreed to limit the sale of smartphones from their stores to the ones of their own brand, to prevent competition with smaller phone distributors. An official from the commission added that “LG’s withdrawal of the smartphone business has become an unexpected change to consider. Both sides will need to coordinate and come up with a new agreement on the issue.”

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realme Smart TV Full HD 32″ launched in India for ₹18,999 ($256)

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jun 24, 2021

At the realme narzo 30 series launch event, the brand also unveiled realme Buds Q2 and realme Smart TV Full HD 32”. The new television from the company is one of the few models in the market to offer FHD screen resolution on a 32-inch panel. Let’s take a detailed look at this TV.

realme Smart TV Full HD 32” Specifications and Features

As the name suggests, the newly announced realme Smart TV Full HD 32” sports a 32-inch LED-backlit LCD panel with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, 16.7 million colors, and an 85% NTSC color gamut. The screen has a 16:9 aspect ratio and 178° viewing angle.

The television is powered by a 64-bit MediaTek chipset consisting of a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU and ARM Mali-470 MP3 GPU. This SoC is coupled with 1GB DDR3 RAM and 8GB flash storage.

On the software front, the product runs Android TV 9.0 Pie with support for all the streaming services in India, Play Store Google Chromecast Built-in, Google Assistant via voice-enabled remote control, and realme’s proprietary Chroma Boost Picture Engine color profile.

As for connectivity, the television comes with single-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, 3 x HDMI (1 x ARC), 1 x AV, 1 x tuner, 2 x USB, 1 x LAN, and 1 x S/PDIF.

Last but not least, the TV features a 4-unit 24W speaker system with support for Dolby Audio.

realme Smart TV Full HD 32” Price and Availability in India

The realme Smart TV Full HD 32” is priced at ₹18,999 ($256) in India. But for a limited time, the brand will be offering a ₹1,000 ($13) discount (Early Bird offer). The television’s first sale is scheduled for June 29 at 12 PM.

It will be available on realme.com and Flipkart. It will soon hit the partner retail stores as well.

Apple next gen AirPods to launch later this year, suppliers begin component shipments

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Sean

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Jun 24, 2021

Apple suppliers have apparently began shipping components the for the next generation AirPods. The upcoming earbuds from the company are expected to launch later this year.

According to a paywalled DigiTimes report (Via MacRumors), around seven suppliers of the Cupertino based giant have began shipping orders for circuit board related components. The report added that “Suppliers including Semco, LG Innotek, Kinsus, Unimicron, Nan Ya, Zhen Ding and AT&S have all kicked off their BT substrate shipments for Apple’s next-generation products including the Apple Watch, AirPods and iPhone, which all adopt SiP modules.” The news reportedly arrives from industry sources close to the matter.

As per previous reports, the third generation AirPods, that are set to launch later this year, are expected to feature a similar design as the AirPods Pro but with a shorter stem. Notably, this would mark the first update in the hearables series from the company since 2019. While the design might be similar to the Pro variant, the third gen AirPods will be priced lower that the AirPods Pro. Although, it is likely also to exclude certain high end features like the active noise cancellation (ANC) to lower the price.

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Xiaomi Mi TV Webcam launched in India for ₹1,999 ($27)

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jun 24, 2021

Xiaomi has launched its first-ever accessory for Mi TVs and Redmi TVs in India. This product is a webcam to make video calls to loved ones. It is officially called Mi TV Webcam. Let’s take a look at what it has to offer.

Xiaomi Mi TV Webcam Specifications and Features

The newly announced Mi TV Webcam is the same as the OnePlus TV Camera. This accessory is an ODM product made by Seevo. Therefore, the sole difference between the two is branding.

The device sports a 2MP sensor with support for 1080p (FHD) video streaming at 25fps. It has a 71° FOV (field of view) and is limited to fixed focus. The sensor supports image 3D image noise reduction and it can be covered using a built-in privacy shutter when not in use.

Further, the device comes with dual stereo microphones. Xiaomi claims that these far-field mics can pick up noise from 4m away. Hence, it works well with Google Duo.

The accessory can be used with smart TVs running Android TV 8 Oreo or above and computers with both Windows as well as macOS. It uses a USB Type-C for connection. A 1.5m USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable is included in the package.

Last but not least, the Mi TV Webcam features a metal build and an adjustable magnetic bracket. It measures 80 x 35 x 67mm in dimensions and weighs 45.6g.

Xiaomi Mi TV Webcam Price and Availability in India

The Xiaomi Mi TV Webcam costs ₹500 less than the OnePlus TV Camera, which is basically the same product. Interested customers can buy it for ₹1,999 ($27) from Mi.com, Mi Home retail stores, and Mi Studio retail stores across India. It will be available starting June 28, 2021.

Realme Buds Q2 launched with ANC support in India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 24, 2021

The Realme Buds Q2 has launched today in India as the successor to last year’s Buds Q TWS earbuds. Also, it is a tweaked version of the Buds Q2, which debuted in Pakistan in April.

Realme Buds Q2 specifications and features

The Buds Q2 for India comes with a 10mm bass boost drier that promises deeper bass and clearer stereo output. Each earbud has a 40mAh battery and the case is packed with a 400mAh battery.

Realme Buds Q2 Calm Grey — Realme Buds Q2 in Calm Grey

Once charged, the Buds Q2 TWS offers 5 hours of playback time. It delivers a total playtime of up to 28 hours with the charging case. For Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), the Buds Q2 is equipped with Realme R2 intelligent noise cancellation chip. With ANC enabled, the Bud Q2 offers 20 hours of battery life.

It also features a pair of microphones for Environment Noise Cancellation (ENC). It comes with touch controls and Bluetooth 5.2 for connectivity. Users can make use of 3 equalizers presets through the Realme Link app.

Realme Buds Q2 Active Black — Realme Buds Q2 in Active Black

There is a transparency mode onboard, which allows users to talk to others without removing the Buds Q2 from the ears. For a lag-free gaming experience, it offers a Game Mode that reduces latency to as low as 88ms. The Buds Q2 has an IPX5 rated water-resistant build. Both earbuds have a gleaming exterior, which reflects different colors when viewed from different angles.

In comparison to India’s Buds Q2, the Pakistan variant lacks support for ANC as it features ENC support only. Both variants slightly differ in appearance and the Indian model offers a longer battery life.

Realme Buds Q2 price in India

The Realme Buds Q2 carries a pricing of Rs 2,499 in India, and it comes in two colors such as Active Black and Calm Grey. The first sale of the device will be carried out at 12 PM (local time) on June 30 on platforms like Amazon India and Realme India’s online store.

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Lenovo launches new ThinkPad laptops for productivity and creative professionals

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Sean

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Jun 24, 2021

Lenovo has just launched a bunch of new products. These include a new lineup of ThinkPad laptops that are aimed for productivity and creative professionals, along with a new mobile monitor and its Go series of accessories for people working remotely.

ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4

The new ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 from the known Chinese PC maker has just been launched, with powerful specifications for “digital creatives and prosumers.” In other words, it sports top notch specs and features that are designed for intensive professional workloads. On the front, the laptop features a 16 inch display that has a 16:10 aspect ration and is surrounded by a four sided narrow bezel design. This display is offered up to 4K resolution with 600 nits of brightness HDR400 and low blue light filter as well.

Under the hood, Lenovo is offering the laptop with up to an Intel Core i9 H series vPro processor with Windows 10 Pro pre installed. For memory, 64GB of 3200MHz RAM paired with up to 2TB of PCIe Gen 4 SSD is offered. Talking about the graphics, there are multiple configurations one can choose from, including an Intel Iris X integrated graphics, or an NVIDIA RTX GeForce 3050Ti, RTX 3060, RTX 3070, and even an RTX 3080 mobile GPU. For audio, the laptop supports Dolby Atmos Speaker System and also offers a FHD or FHD Infrared Hybrid webcam on the front, while the laptop is powered by a 90Whr battery.

ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 & ThinkPad L13 Gen 2

Along with the high end X1 Extreme Gen 4, Lenovo also released the new ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 and ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2. Talking about the ThinkPad Yoga first, it is the company’s latest Windows 10 convertible laptop that is powered by the new AMD Ryzen mobile processors. Notably, both the ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 and the ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 features an AMD Ryzen 5000 PRO series processors.

For memory, both laptops offers up to 16GB of DDR4 3200MHz RAM and up to 1TB of PCIe SSD storage. Similarly, the laptops also feature integrated AMD Radeon Graphics. On the front, the laptops sport a similar 13.3 inch display that has a FHD resolution, 300 nits of brightness and narrow bezels. While the Yoga variant supports Touch from the base model, the ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 has an option for the touch support. Both laptops are also powered by a 46Whr battery pack.

Pricing and Availability

The laptops that have just been launched will be available for purchase sometime in August of this year. Lenovo also shared the pricing of these laptops, which includes:

ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 – 2099 Euros (roughly 2,500 US Dollars)
ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (AMD) – 749 Euros (roughly 894 US Dollars)
ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 (AMD) – 649 Euros (roughly 775 US Dollars)

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Realme Narzo 30 series launched in India, with 90Hz display, 5,000mAh battery, 48MP camera, and more

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Sean

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Jun 24, 2021

Realme has just launched its latest Narzo 30 series in India. The lineup includes the Narzo 30 4G and the Narzo 30 5G. These smartphones have already been launched in Europe and Malaysia and has finally made their way to the Indian market.

Specs and Features

The Narzo 30 5G and 5G from the Chinese tech giant features a 6.5 inch IPS LCD panel, which has a FHD+ resolution, 405ppi pixel density, along with a high 90Hz refresh rate display, and a 180Hz touch sampling rate. The maximum brightness is 600 nits, with a 90.5 percent screen to body ratio on the front. The device measures 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.5mm in dimensions and weighs 185 grams.

Under the hood, the primary difference between the base 4G and 5G models is the SoC. The former sports a MediaTek Helio G95 processor, while the latter houses the Dimensity 700 5G chip. For memory, the Narzo 30 4G arrives with 4GB or 6GB of RAM with 64GB of 128GB of storage depending on the configuration, along with microSD card slot support for memory expansion. The Narzo 30 4G and 5G are powered by large 5,000mAh battery pack with 18W fast charging support for the 5G version and 30W fast charging for the 4G version.

For photography, both devices sports a 16 megapixel selfie shooter on the front, while the rear features a 48 megapixel triple camera setup, paired with a 2 megapixel monochrome portrait lens, and a 2 megapixel macro sensor as well. Its camera system supports features like super nightscape, panoramic view, time lapse, portrait mode, AI scene recognition, AI beauty, filters, and UIS video stabilization. Other features include, a 3.5mm headphones jack, side mounted fingerprint reader, Bluetooth 5.1, dual SIM 5G, and more.

Price and Availability

The Realme Narzo 30 4G and Narzo 30 5G will be available on the company’s official website, authorized retailers, and Flipkart, a popular Indian e-retailer. The Narzo 30 4G will start from 12,499 INR (roughly 168 US Dollars) for its 4GB + 64GB variant and 14,499 INR (roughly 195 US Dollars) for the 6GB + 128GB version.

On the other hand, the Narzo 30 5G will be available in a single 6GB + 128GB variant for 15,999 INR (roughly 215 US Dollars). It is also available in multiple color variants, including Racing Silver and Racing Blue options. The 4G variant’s first sale starts from 29th June 2021, while the 5G version will go on sale on 30th June 2021. The company is also offers a introductory offer of 500 INR off on the first sale.

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Lenovo unveils ThinkVision T24m-20 Monitor, M15 Mobile Monitor, MC50 Monitor Webcam

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jun 24, 2021

Ahead of MWC (Mobile World Congress) 2021, Lenovo has announced a plethora of new products. Here in this article, let’s have a look at the company’s latest ThinkVision-branded monitors and webcam. These devices are called ThinkVision T24m-20 Monitor, ThinkVision M15 Mobile Monitor, and ThinkVision MC50 Monitor Webcam.

Lenovo ThinkVision T24m-20 Monitor

The Lenovo ThinkVision T24m-20 Monitor flaunts a 23.8-inch IPS LCD panel with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, 93 PPI, 16.7 million colors, and a 60Hz refresh rate. The WLED-backlit screen has a 16:9 aspect ratio, 1000:1 contrast ratio (typical), 72% NTSC color gamut, 250 nits brightness (typical). The display has an anti-glare coating and a 178° viewing angle.

On the connectivity front, the monitor comes with the following ports.

1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (DP1.2 Alt Mode)
1 x HDMI 1.4
1 X DP1.2
1 x DP Out
1 X Audio Out (3.5mm Jack)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen Type-A
Ethernet

Last but not least, this TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort-certified monitor supports tilting, swiveling, pivoting, Kensington lock slot, and VESA mount.

The Lenovo ThinkVision T24m-20 Monitor starts at €299 and will be available from Q3 2021.

Lenovo ThinkVision M15 Mobile Monitor

As the name suggests, the Lenovo ThinkVision M15 Mobile Monitor is a portable monitor. However, it does no run on a built-in battery. Instead, it relies on the laptop’s battery. It comes with 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (DP1.2 Alt Mode) ports. One of the two ports can be used for accessories when the other is connected to the notebook.

Talking about specs, the monitor features a 15.6-inch WLED-backlit IPS LCD panel with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, 141 PPI, 16.7 million colors, and a 60Hz refresh rate. The display has a 1000:1 contrast ratio (typical), 3M:1 dynamic contrast ratio (typical), 45% NTSC color gamut, 16:9 aspect ratio.

Other features of this screen include 250 nits brightness (typical), up to 6ms response time, anti-glare coating, Kensington lock slot, cable management, tilt support, and VESA mount capability. Lastly, it is also certified for TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light and TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free.

The price of the Lenovo ThinkVision M15 Mobile Monitor starts from €229. It will also hit the stores in Q3 2021.

Lenovo ThinkVision MC50 Monitor Webcam

Lenovo advertises the ThinkVision MC50 Monitor Webcam as a perfect accessory for the new ThinkVision T24m-20 Monitor. This plug-and-play adjustable (tilt, swivel) webcam uses a 1m USB cable to connect with any monitor.

The product uses a 1/2.9 inches RGB sensor with 1080p resolution, fixed-focus, and 90° FOV (field of view). The sensor supports 4x digital zoom and can be covered with a built-in shutter when not in use.

Last but not least, it also has 2 x built-in microphones, which can pick up voice from 2m away and also supports noise cancellation.

The Lenovo ThinkVision MC50 Monitor Webcam is the cheapest of all three products discussed here. It starts from €99 and will be also available in Q3 2021.

Lenovo Go Accessories launched to help people with remote working

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Jeet

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Jun 24, 2021

Lenovo has today expanded its portfolio of Lenovo Go accessories which are aimed to address common productivity pain-points such as multitasking on several devices, low battery anxiety, or frustrating audio quality on conference calls.

With these newly launched devices, the China-based company is aiming to empower users working in a hybrid environment. The products offer a one-stop-shop for input, power, and audio functionality to improve efficiency and overall workspace experience.

The Lenovo Go USB-C Wireless Charging Kit provides freedom of frequent movement between workspace and other locations. It eliminates the need to disconnect and reconnect a power cord. It can charge 13-inch or 14-inch notebooks up to 65W.

There’s also a Go Wireless Mobile Power Bank which has 10,000 mAh capacity, allowing users to simultaneously charge up to 30W of devices, one via wireless Qi and two via USB-C. By eliminating the need for multiple cables and offering power passthrough, the power bank minimizes the battery life concerns of highly mobile workers.

The Go USB-C Wireless Mouse provides vital point-and-click functionality in a lightweight, travel-friendly solution with up to three months of use with the precision blue optical sensor able to work on almost any surface. It also has a programmable utility button and adjustable DPI sensitivity.

Another input device introduced is Go Wireless Vertical Mouse offers an optimized angle and curvature, with a natural “handshake” position that reduces wrist pressure and forearm strain. It can be wirelessly connected and delivers precise pointing accuracy with up to 2400 dots per inch (DPI) and six programmable buttons for personal configuration.

The Lenovo Go Wireless Split Keyboard brings ultra-responsive tactile key feeling with vertical tenting for more natural typing and a negative tilt to reduce wrist stress. Also available is a highly portable, wirelessly connected, and rechargeable Lenovo Go Wireless Numeric Keypad, perfect for number crunchers and spreadsheet wizards.

The Lenovo Go Wired Speakerphone works with Microsoft Teams and frees ears from prolonged headset wearing. The Go Wired ANC Headset and Wireless ANC Headset deliver an on-ear audio experience in two different packages. One is wired via USB Type-C or Type-A, and the other is wireless with dual Bluetooth connectivity allowing simultaneous pairing across two devices.

On the other hand, Go ANC In-ear Headphones bring the same high-quality active noise canceling audio experience in a highly portable in-ear package. It is designed to work universally with any USB Type-C device, the in-ear headphones have in-line buttons for quick control of playback and calls, and three sizes of silicone ear tips.

Pricing and Availability

	Product	Available starting	Price from (VAT included)
Input	Lenovo Go Wireless Multi-Device Mouse	July 2021	€49
	Lenovo Go USB-C Wireless Mouse	July 2021	€36
	Lenovo Go Wireless Vertical Mouse	Aug 2021	€49
	Lenovo Go Wireless Split Keyboard	Oct 2021	€89
	Lenovo Go Wireless Numeric Keypad	Oct 2021	€49
Power	Lenovo Go USB-C Laptop Power Bank (20,000 mAh)	July 2021	€80
	Lenovo Go Wireless Mobile Power Bank (10,000 mAh)	Jan 2022	€69
	Lenovo Go Wireless Charging Kit	Oct 2021	€139
Audio	Lenovo Go Wired ANC Headset	Nov 2021	€99
	Lenovo Go Wireless ANC Headset	Nov 2021	€159
	Lenovo Go ANC In-ear Headphones	Nov 2021	€79
	Lenovo Go Wired Speakerphone	Oct 2021	€99
	Lenovo Go Tech Accessories Organizer	Sep 2021	€45

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Huawei MateBook laptops continue facing shortage issues in China

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Jeet

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Jun 24, 2021

Huawei’s business has been severely impacted due to the sanctions by the United States and several of its allied countries. This is made it difficult for the Chinese tech giant to survive in the smartphone market.

Along with the smartphones and network equipment business, the company is also facing issues in other verticals as well. Currently, the Huawei MateBook series laptops are almost out of stock in China.

The high-end models like Huawei MateBook X Pro 2021/2020 are currently available for purchase and all the other models are not available, including the MateBook 16 which was released last month.

The shortage of Huawei laptops is expected to continue for the time being and could see some relief in terms of stock availability in the month of August. The brand is also expected to launch some new models in September or October.

The reason behind the shortage of devices is not yet known. This could be because of the shortage in the supply of chips by Intel and AMD. The company may have been affected by the industrial chain supply shortage amid rising prices.

Huawei is expected to continue launching new laptops in the second half of this year, along with a variety of display and headset products, starting from August. However, the brand has repeatedly postponed Huawei P50-series phones and the launch of the Huawei Mate 50 lineup is also pending.

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DIZO Star 300 unboxing video emerges before official announcement

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 24, 2021

Realme’s sub-brand DIZO will be holding a launch event on July 1. It is speculated that the company may announce the first Dizo products such as DIZO GoPods, GoPods D, and DIZO Watch through the upcoming unveiling event. The company is also expected to announce DIZO Star 500 and Star 300 feature phones, which were recently certified by FCC. An unboxing video of the DIZO Star 300 feature phone has appeared on YouTube to reveal what to expect from the device.

DIZO Star 300 unboxing video

Shown below is DIZO Star 300’s unboxing video by YouTuber Tech Jacky. Up front, the handset can be seen sporting a 4.5cm color display and a keymat. The rear side of the device has a large module at the top that houses a VGA camera and LED flash on the right side, and it has a loudspeaker on the left.

A big-sized DIZO branding can also be seen on the rear shell of the phone. The LED flash doubles up as a torch. For music lovers, it is equipped with an mp3 player and FM radio. The handset supports 8 languages.

The Star 300 is backed by a 2,550mAh battery that supports 5W charging. It offers 32 MB of RAM, 32 MB of internal storage, and a storage slot that supports up to 64 GB of microSD card. The device weighs 105 grams and measures 13.4mm in thickness.

DIZO Star 300 pricing (Rumored)

The device could be priced at Rs 1,499 (~$20). It may come in two colors like black and light violet.

Xiaomi Mi MIX 4 leak reveals 5,000mAh battery and 120W fast charging

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Jeet

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Jun 24, 2021

After a couple of leaks related to Xiaomi‘s upcoming flagship smartphone, a new report coming from China confirmed that the device will come packed with BM58 batteries with a rated capacity of 5,000mAh.

Further, the report adds that the smartphone will come with support for 120W wired fast charging and 80W wireless charging support. This is the highest fast charging support in any of the flagship smartphones.

The report is in line with the previous report about the device passing 3C certification. It revealed that the phone will pack 2,430mAh dual-cell batteries. The phone is expected to the next-generation Mi MIX series device.

This upcoming Xiaomi Mi MIX 4 will come with high-end specifications and not just that, it is also slated to come equipped with the latest generation of under-display camera technology to offer a truly full-screen experience.

Last month, Digital Chat Station exposed that Xiaomi is set to launch two new high-end smartphones with model numbers K8 and J18S respectively. The former is said to the Mi MIX 4 whereas the latter is expected to be a MIX foldable handset.

The Xiaomi Mi MIX 4 could possibly miss 2K screen resolution support but it is said to come with a specially customized high-screen resolution display which will offer better results compared to regular Full-HD+ screen resolution.

It is expected to come powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Pro chipset and run the latest MIUI 13 custom user interface on top of the Android operating system. The MIUI 13 will come with several new features and improvements compared to MIUI 12.5 and we should know more about it in the coming weeks.

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Lava Benco V80 with 6.5-inch display, Unisoc SC9683, and 5,000mAh battery

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 24, 2021

Lava and Benco Mobile have teamed up to launch the Benco V80 smartphone in Thailand. The handset offers users a tall aspect ratio display, up to 64 GB storage, and a large-sized battery.

Lava Benco V80 specifications and features

The Lava Benco V80 measures 165.6 x 76.7 x 9.45mm and weighs 195.7 grams. The device is equipped with a 6.517-inch IPS panel that supports HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The Benco V80 promises a screen-to-body ratio of 89.5 percent screen-to-body ratio. The teardrop notch houses an 8-megapixel AI front-facing camera setup.

The back panel of the phone features an 8-megapixel camera with an LED flash. It offers photography features like portrait mode and AI scene recognition. The handset boots to Android 11 OS and offers users up to 64 GB of internal storage. For more storage, it has a microSD card slot.

The Unisoc SC9863 quad-core that clocks at 1.6GHz powers the Benco V80 with up to 4 GB of RAM. It is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 10W charging. For security, it has a rear-facing fingerprint scanner and face unlock support. The other features of the handset include dual SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, GPS, and a microUSB.

Lava Benco V80 pricing and availability

The Benco V80 has landed in Thailand with a start pricing of 2,890 Baht (~$90). It comes in colors like Cyan Blue and Greenish Silver. At present, there is no word on the availability of the device.

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Realme GT Master Edition could be the Snapdragon 870 powered RMX3366 phone

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 24, 2021

Recently, a Realme phone with model number RMX3366 was certified by the 3C and TENAA certification platforms of China. Previously, this handset was believed to arrive in the market as the Realme X9 Pro. However, Chinese tipsters are now claiming that it could be debuting as the Realme GT 5G Master Edition.

The tipster claims that the Realme X9 and Realme GT Master Edition are the two upcoming Realme phones. The Realme X9 will be replacing the Realme V15, whereas the Realme GT Master Edition will be a high-performance imaging flagship phone with a lightweight design.

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The tipster also claimed the device that was previously speculated to launch as the X9 Pro will be releasing as the Realme GT Master Edition. She seems to be talking about the recently certified Realme RMX3366 handset.

Realme GT Master Edition specifications (Rumored)

The Realme RMX3366’s TENAA listing revealed that it has a 6.55-inch AMOLED FHD+ display with curved edges and a punch-hole design. It said to be equipped with Sony IMX616 32-megapixel front camera. The rear-mounted camera system of the device is likely to feature a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary camera, a 16-megapixel Sony IMX481 superwide lens, and a 2-megapixel B&W lens.

The Snapdragon 870 mobile platform may power the device with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The handset may come with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of storage. It may house a 4,500mAh battery that carries support for 65W SuperVOOC 2.0. The tipster previously claimed that the RMX3366 and the OPPO Reno 6 Pro+ are mostly the same. The only noticeable additions that the Reno model is equipped with include X-axis linear motor, a telephoto camera, and OIS support.

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Jun 24, 2021

Recently, Honor announced the Honor 50 SE, Honor 50, and Honor 50 Pro smartphones in China. Fresh information reveals that the company could be working on a new Honor phone with Dimensity 700. Tipster Digital Chat Station has shared some of the key specs of this mysterious handset.

The tipster revealed that the next Honor phone will be featuring a 6.6-inch LCD panel with a centrally aligned punch-hole. It is unclear whether the phone supports HD+ or Full HD+ resolution. The handset will be sporting a high screen-to-body ratio.

There is no word on the battery capacity of the phone, but the leak claims that it will arrive with support for 22.5W fast charging. It will be equipped with a 64-megapixel triple camera system for photography. The other specs of the phone are yet to be revealed.

It will be Honor’s first phone to feature the Dimensity 700 chipset. The inclusion of the D700 chip suggests that it will be positioned lower than the Dimensity 900 powered Honor 50 SE. It is likely to arrive as one of the most affordable 5G phones from the brand.

Honor is also rumored to be working on the Honor X20 series of smartphones such as X20, X20 Pro, and X20 SE. A leaked photo of one of the X20 lineup phones was spotted at the beginning of this month. It is expected to arrive with specs like a 6.67-inch IPS LCD FHD+ panel with high refresh rate support, Dimensity 1200, 64-megapixel triple cameras, and a 4,200mAh battery with 22.5W fast charging.

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Jun 23, 2021

After months of waiting Google has finally brought Stadia to the Chromecast with Google TV. If you don’t have Google’s streaming stick, you can also experience the game streaming service “on officially supported Android TV OS devices”.

Google had revealed earlier this month that it was going to bring the game streaming service to its the latest Chromecast device today, thus allowing owners to play on their TV. It has kept its promise as the service is now available.

However, while the service may now be available for you, you won’t be able to play unless you have the official Stadia Controller or a compatible third-party controller. Google has revealed that some supported controllers that work via Bluetooth and USB connectivity include the PlayStation DualShock 4, the Xbox One Controller, and Xbox Adaptive Controller. The Xbox One Elite Controller and Xbox 360 Controller work only via USB. If you have a Bluetooth controller not listed, you can try it as it may also work. Unfortunately, you can’t use a keyboard and mouse to play.

The Stadia App is already listed on the Google Play Store. You can install it remotely from your PC or fire up the Play Store app on your TV to install it. You can also grab the APK from APKMirror.

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 23, 2021

A Swedish court has dealt another blow to the aspirations of Chinese tech giant Huawei, as it seeks to make inroads into the European tech market. Huawei had been battling several court cases after the United States banned the company from accessing US suppliers and participating in equipment supplies for the 5G infrastructure in the US.

The Swedish court upheld a ban on Huawei from selling 5G equipment in Sweden. Huawei had appealed the October 2020 ban of the company by Sweden’s telecoms regulator due to security concerns. This is the second appeal that Huawei would be losing in its pursuit to overturn the regulator’s decision.

The ruling by the court affirms the need to safeguard the security of Sweden, which is of heavy importance and should be sustained. It was unlikely that Huawei would have gotten a reprieve from the Administrative court after the first Appeal in December was dismissed.

Huawei continues to insist that it is being targeted unfairly on false suspicion of links to the Chinese government. It says it is disappointed with the verdict and would still pursue other legal options open to it.

Sweden is not the only country in Europe that has restricted Huawei from participating in 5G equipment rollout. Huawei had hoped that its appeal would have led to the upturning of the decision by Sweden’s Post Telecom Authority to ban it from participating in the 5G rollout in the country. Huawei remains the global leader in 5G but it has been unable to wriggle itself away from the suspicion of being owned by the Chinese government.

Huawei says it is currently studying the judgment and the court’s justification to determine whether to explore further legal remedies it may use to protect its legitimate interests. It says it is open to constructive dialogues with the parties involved for an amicable resolution of the issue in a practical manner. Huawei says it is willing to work with the regulatory body and other stakeholders to mitigate any security concerns that led to the initial blocklisting of the company.

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Doogee S97 Pro debuts with massive sales during the 6.18 Event

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Jun 23, 2021

Doogee recently unveiled a powerful S97 Pro smartphone featuring some outstanding specifications. The company unveiled this smartphone at an affordable price. Due to a better value-for-money proposition, the smartphone has received massive sales on the eve of the 6.18 promotion season.

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Along with the Doogee S97 Pro, the S86 Pro smartphone gained most of the sales during the sale. Precisely, the company shipped 1000 S86 Pro devices around 600 orders were made via AliExpress. These numbers are exciting in the rugged smartphone market.

Particularly talking about the S97 Pro smartphone, it gained around 527 orders from AliExpress and the next shipment of 900 units is on the way from Hong Kong. Considering its limited availability on AliExpress, the numbers are interesting. Collectively, the Doogee S88 Plus, S96 Pro, and S88 pro managed to hit the 2000 units sale.

Doogee is actively working on new rugged smartphones to bring state-of-art smartphones for the users. The company is evolving its technology behind smartphones to stand out tall against the competitors.

The company is still offering decent discounts on the most popular smartphones including Doogee S97 Pro, S86 Pro, and other devices. The interested users can head over to the official Doogee website to grab interesting smartphones at affordable prices.

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