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realme 5 Pro, narzo 30 Pro 5G, narzo 30A Android 11 beta registrations go live

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Just a couple of years back, realme smartphones used to run ColorOS. After becoming an independent brand, the company started using realme UI, which is nothing but a fork of ColorOS. The second iteration of this mobile software called realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11 was announced in September 2020. Since then, the firm has been rolling out beta as well as stable builds to eligible devices. The latest handsets to get beta builds are realme 5 Pro, realme narzo 30 Pro 5G, and realme 30A.

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At the end of March, realme shared an updated realme UI 2.0 update rollout plan. According to it, the realme narzo 30 Pro 5G and the realme 30A are scheduled to receive beta builds in Q3. However, the brand has started recruiting beta testers beforehand. Whereas, the beta registrations for the realme 5 Pro goes live on time.

In order to enroll in the realme UI 2.0 Early Access program, users should be on the following firmware versions.

To register, users will have to navigate to Settings > Software Update > Gear Icon > Trial Version > Apply Now and follow on-screen instructions. Applicants who get selected will get The Android 11 (realme UI 2.0) beta build via OTA.

The stable update should arrive in the future. But we can’t tell how soon. Because realme has managed to deliver stable builds only for a few devices.

 

 

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The Nokia G20 lands in the US for $199, available next week

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Habeeb Onawole
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HMD Global has brought the Nokia G20 to the U.S. following its launch in Europe back in April. The G20’s arrival comes almost a month after its more affordable sibling, the Nokia G10, was announced in the country.

Nokia G20

The Nokia G20 will be available for purchase in the U.S. starting next week for $199.99 unlocked. That price gets you the variant with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

The phone also has a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD screen with a waterdrop notch that is home to an 8MP camera. There is a MediaTek Helio G35 processor under the hood and it draws juice from a 5050mAh battery. It is advertised as lasting for up to 3 days but that depends on your usage. While fast charging is common among budget phones, unfortunately, HMD Global ships the Nokia G20 with support for just 10W charging. If you are going to charge this device, we’ll recommend doing so overnight.

Users get four cameras on the back of the phone – a 48MP main sensor, a 5MP ultrawide angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. There is a fingerprint scanner on the right side doubling as the power button while the left is home to a dedicated Google Assistant button. There is also an audio jack and a USB-C port at the top and bottom respectively.

The Nokia G20 has dual SIM support, Bluetooth 5.0, and dual-band Wi-F. It ships with Android 11 out of the box and will get 2 years of Android software upgrades and three years of monthly security updates.

Interested buyers can grab the phone on the Nokia online shop starting June 28 for $199.99.

 

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Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, Mi 9 Pro 5G MIUI 12.5 update arrives with Android 11

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Xiaomi is updating its system apps for MIUI 13. On the other hand, the company is still rolling out MIUI 12.5 update to eligible devices worldwide. The Mi 9T Pro and the Mi 9 Pro 5G are the latest smartphones to bag this update.

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Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro

At the end of May, the Redmi K20 Pro got the MIUI 12.5 update in China. Almost a month later, the update is now live for the international version of this handset – Mi 9T Pro.

The Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro MIUI 12.5 update is currently only available for the ‘Global’ variant with build number V12.5.1.0.RFKMIXM. Apart from bringing new MIUI changes, the latest system update also brings Android 11.

The MIUI 12.5 update is also being rolled out to Mi 9 Pro 5G. For those unaware, this device is Xiaomi’s first 5G smartphone for the Chinese market. However, the company’s first 5G smartphone is Mi MIX 3 5G. Anyway, the new update arrives with Android 11 bearing the build number V12.5.1.0.RFXCNXM.

Booth the above-mentioned software builds are in the ‘Stable Beta’ phase. In other words, they are being seeded out in batches for a select few users. However, they should reach every unit in the coming days. Additionally, other regional variants of the Mi 9T Pro and Redmi K20 Pro should also get the update.

 

 

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Renders give us an early look at the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 4

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Habeeb Onawole
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Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch Active 4 soon, and when they arrive, they will be running the revamped Wear OS borne from the fusion of Wear OS and Samsung’s Tizen OS. Ahead of the launch, renders of the Active model have surfaced, giving us an early look.

Galaxy Watch Active 4

The Galaxy Watch Active 4 has a refreshed design as seen in the renders courtesy of OnLeaks and GizNext. The frame is wider and flatter and it appears the straps, which now flush with the lugs, are wider too.

The watch retains the two-button design of its predecessor, the Galaxy Watch Active 2, but the back and home buttons are now the same size and shape. The source says the frame will be made of aluminum and the watch will be available in 40mm and 44mm versions. Of course, the difference in sizes also means that apart from different screen sizes, they will also have different battery capacities. Also, while it wasn’t stated, there should be an LTE version whose frame should be made from a different material, most likely stainless steel.

Galaxy Watch Active 4

Samsung will launch the Galaxy Watch Active 4 in four color variants as seen above. Alongside black, there will also be green, silver, and gold. However, the shades may be different from what the renders portray.

The Galaxy Watch Active 4 will have a 5nm processor onboard powering it. We are not sure if the RAM and storage capacity will get a bump. The Galaxy Watch Active 2 launched with 1.5GB of RAM and 4GB of onboard storage.

Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy Watch 4 and the Galaxy Watch Active 4 later this month at Mobile World Congress 2021. The Korean giant will not be attending in person but its virtual event is scheduled for June 28.

 

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Infinix ZERO X will be accompanied by ZERO X Pro and ZERO X Neo

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Infinix is one of the three Transsion Holdings brands other than TECNO and itel. All three are known for budget smartphones. But to everyone’s surprise, Infinix has confirmed to release its first-ever proper flagship smartphone with high-end specs. As per new information, this device will be accompanied by two more phones.

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Infinix ZERO X

So far, we only know about the existence of Infinix ZERO X. The highlights of this handset include 160W fast charging, 50W wireless fast charging, and 108MP primary camera. Apparently, this device will be joined by two more models.

According to PassionateGeekz (via DealNTech), the Infinix ZERO X series will consist of the following phones.

  • Infinix ZERO X (X6811B)

  • Infinix ZERO X Pro (X6811)

  • Infinix ZERO X Neo / Infinix ZERO M (X6810)

As you can see from the list, the Infinix X Neo will be also known as Infinix ZERO M in some markets. This information comes from the handset’s Bluetooth SIG certification.

Lastly, as per DealNTech, the Infinix X Pro with model number X6811 will be available in an 8GB + 128GB variant. Unfortunately, the storage configurations of other phones are not known at the moment. The same goes for their specs as well.

Infinix is yet to confirm the launch date for the Infinix ZERO X series. Anyway, what do you think of this lineup? Do let us know in the comment section below.

 

 

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Vivo’s H2 product lineup: S10 coming next month; iQOO 9, Vivo Watch 2 coming later

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Habeeb Onawole
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Vivo‘s focus for a few months now has been to expand its Y-series of smartphones but that is not the only thing it has been doing. It has also been preparing for the second half of the year when it plans to unveil a number of high-end products. If you are eager to know what the Chinese brand has planned for the second half of the year, then you are at the right place.

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The Vivo S9 will get a successor next month

Details of Vivo’s H2 plan have been revealed by the Chinese leaker, Digital Chat Station, on Weibo. According to him, Vivo will kick off its second-half product announcements with the Vivo S10 series next month. That is just four months after the Vivo S9 series was announced.

There is not a lot of info about the Vivo S10 at the moment but we have heard that Vivo will be adopting a new camera layout for the new series. So this may be more of a design upgrade than specification-based. Nevertheless, we expect more details will begin popping up as the launch date draws closer.

The leaker has also revealed that the iQOO 9 series and Vivo X70 series should also launch next quarter. We already reported that the Vivo X70 series will be announced in September in partnership with the Indian Premier League. For the iQOO 9, we do not know a lot about it save for a report in January that said the phone will have a bigger battery capacity than its predecessor.

The source has also reaffirmed that Vivo will launch its first tablet this year along with a new smartwatch. Vivo made its entry into the smartwatch market last year with the Vivo Watch. We don’t know how successful it was but it is nice to know Vivo has plans for a successor. Maybe Vivo will even bring the new model to other markets this time around.

Which of these products are you excited about? Do let us know in the comment box below.

 

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Amazon UK warehouse discovered to regularly destroy tons of unsold items

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Jed John Ikoba
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There are reports that an Amazon UK warehouse in Dunfermline, Scotland, destroyed a huge collection of unsold items in its inventory recently, in what may be an ongoing process. Obviously, there had been some suspicions concerning the operations of the Amazon warehouse in Dunfermline that warranted British TV channel ITV to carry out a covert investigation of the facility.Amazon

There are 24 Amazon holding facilities spread across the United Kingdom, and the Dunfermline warehouse is among the largest in the UK. The purpose of the investigation was to determine what happens to unsold items in the fulfillment center amidst concerns of massive wastage within these warehouses. The outcome of the investigation showed that there were multiple cases of enormous destruction of unsold items within the facility. ITV has extensive and multiple footages of some of these instances where thousands of bins of unsold items were marked “destroy”, with unnamed inside sources claiming that this was a regular occurrence.

Furthermore, there are indications that Amazon may be forcing employees to aim at a target of about 130,000 items destroyed every week. The statistics for the entire chain of UK fulfillment centers would be staggering indeed, running into billions of dollars. It is unclear whether all the marked bins will eventually reach waste dumps or be given out by the company. It is also possible that these items could still find their way back to the market through insider dealings by unscrupulous staff.

Amazon’s multi-billion dollar business thrives on uncluttered warehouses to receive new orders and operate seamlessly. But it is still possible to accomplish this objective by finding better ways of disposing of unsold items for greater economic and environmental impact.

The ITV investigation also established several instances of successful disposal of the marked items in designated landfills and other disposal sites. The report is already drawing the attention of politicians and stakeholders for a more holistic approach to the issue. If indeed these practices are also prevalent in the other centers, then Amazon is leaving a huge carbon footprint on its trail when more companies are embracing sustainability practices.

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Samsung W22 5G will reportedly share design with the Galaxy Z Fold 3

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Jed John Ikoba
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There are indications that the upcoming China-only Samsung W22 5G is the Galaxy Z Fold3. A recently sighted online report highlighted that the Z Fold3 and W22 5G (SM-W2022) would be identical in many areas, with slight changes design-wise. It is also almost sure that the new Chinese model will have dual SIM capabilities to suit the Chinese market.Samsung Galaxy W21 5G

The move by Samsung relating to its Chinese version of the Galaxy Z Fold3 follows a visible trend by the maker in naming alternative models for its China offerings in recent years. From 2019, Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Fold and Z Fold2 to China as the Galaxy W20 and W21.  

When the W22 finally berths in China, we also expect it to be supplied exclusively by China Telecom. Not much has been divulged about the W22, but it is known that it will sport a single black color and have 512GB of internal storage. 

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is expected to go official in August 2021, and it is unlikely that the W22 5G will be unveiled before then. Not much is known yet about the possible price of the W22 5G, as what is out there is based on speculations. However, we can be confident that the W22 will be priced above CNY 20,000 (~$3,000) which is the amount the W21 was sold in China.

Samsung is yet to put out any public statement either refuting or acknowledging the news, fuelling the speculations further. The coming weeks will however establish the authenticity of the reports relating to the Samsung Galaxy W22.

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South Korea unveils $193 million five year project for 6G development

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Sean
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South Korean has just unveiled its five year project for the development of core technologies for 6G telecommunications technology. This plan will have the government invest 220 billion won (roughly 193 million US Dollars).

South Korea

According to an AjuDaily report, South Korea is stepping up its efforts for the joint research and cooperation with the United States of America. The nation is aiming on achieving the world’s first commercialization of 6G mobile telecommunications by the year 2028. This investment was announced earlier today (23rd June 2021) at a 6G strategy meeting that was attended by experts, company officials, and government officials as well.

Science and ICT Minister Lim Hye-sook stated in the conference that “As the next-generation mobile network is the foundation of digital innovation, we should play a bold and challenging role together to lead the international market in the 6th generation era based on our experience and know-how in the network field.” The report also added that a 6G network can only be commercialized when a high performance network on the ground and satellite communication are combined.

South Korea

Furthermore, researchers have also called for the early development of 6G related tech while companies have tied up with research bodies to secure core 6G technologies as well. The Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) stated that it is working on the terahertz (THz) frequency band that could potentially provide a way to meet 6G requirements of terabits per second data transfer rate.

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Samsung chip with AMD GPU may also ship with Vivo flagship device

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Sean
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While we know that Samsung and AMD are working together for a new chipset that features team red’s GPU, it seems that this chip might not be exclusive to the South Korean tech giant.

 

Samsung

According to a tipster on Weibo, a Chinese microblogging website, the new chipset that features AMD’s RDNA2 architecture might also ship with flagship smartphones from Vivo. This chip is rumored to be called the Exynos 2200, which will sport processing components from Samsung and graphical components from AMD to offer a more powerful SoC. This chipset is rumored to ship with next-gen flagship from the South Korean firm and even certain laptops as well.

But apparently, the chip will also be available to other vendors as well. The leakster stated that the Chinese smartphone maker will release a device with the new Exynos processor. Although, it is still unclear if the device in question will be a smartphone or another electronic gadget. However, it will likely be a flagship grade product. For those unaware, Vivo is also one of the few handset manufacturers that offer smartphones with Exynos chipsets. Other notable examples being Meizu and Moto.

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The upcoming Exynos chipset with AMD graphics is said to offer a 30 percent rise in graphical performance compared to the current-gen Exynos 2100’s Mali G78 GPU. The RDNA2 technology also supports new features like ray tracing and variable rate shading as well. So, if the chip manages to be a successful alternative to its rivals, Qualcomm and MediaTek, we can expect more OEMs to opt for Exynos chips in the near future. Unfortunately, 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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OPPO A53 bags ColorOS 11 (Android 11) stable update

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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OPPO launched the OPPO A53 last August. The handset debuted with ColorOS 7.2 based on Android 10. Either months after the device’s announcement, OPPO started recruiting ColorOS 11 (Android 11) beta testers in April. Two months from that, the company has finally begun to roll out the stable update.

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OPPO A53

Earlier this month, OPPO revealed the ColorOS 11 update plan for June 2021. According to the schedule, the OPPO A53 was supposed to get the Android 11 stable update on June 17. But it got delayed for some unknown reasons.

Anyway, the firm has started rolling out the update yesterday (June 22). As of now, It is only available in India and Indonesia.

For both regions, the system update arrives with firmware version C.12. In order to receive it, users should be running software version A.77 (India) / A.81 (Indonesia).

In order to download the Android 11-based ColorOS 11 update for OPPO A53, users need to navigate to Settings > Software Updates > Gear Icon > Official Version Application, tap on the I Agree checkbox, and select Apply now. Once done, they will have to check for new version, download, and install.

That said, ColorOS 11 is the first major update for the OPPO A53. Usually, OPPO provides two major ColorOS updates for most of its smartphones. Hence, this phone could also receive Android 12 in the future.

 

 

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LG pivots from phone business to electric cars; aims to focus on EV supply chain

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Jeet
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South Korea-based LG Electronics is shutting down its smartphone business and now the company is aiming at the growing electronic vehicle supply chain. By the end of July, LG will exit the phone business and shift its focus towards EV business.

During the same month, LG will spin off its EV drive system segment. Canada’s Magna International, which is one of the world’s leading auto parts suppliers, will buy a 49 percent stake in that unit to create a new joint venture.

LG

The joint venture will be called LG Magna e-Powertrain, will be headquartered in Incheon. The company is also preparing to establish bases in Michigan, the US, and Nanjing, China, aiming to secure customers in two countries that are major markets for EVs.

Canada-based Magna’s customers include major automakers like General Motors, BMW, and Ford Motor. Through the partnership with Magna, LG will have a greater potential to supply global automotive leaders.

LG had reported operating profit in 2015 but each year after that, the company has ended up generating losses. Last year, appliances generated 41 percent of revenue while TVs made up 24 percent. Vehicle components brought in 5.8 trillion won ($5.1 billion), just 11 percent of revenue.

But Magna likely weighed other factors in its choice of LG as a partner. The South Korean company has technological strength in core EV components, such as motors and batteries.

Durable appliances like refrigerators and air conditioners depend on motors, compressors, and other components for their durability and energy efficiency. LG has long years of independent research and development of inverters.

LG can also draw on the strength of other members of the LG group, which includes LG Chem — the world’s second-biggest producer of EV batteries — and panel maker LG Display and LG Innotek, which supplies onboard cameras for autos.

The company launched an internal team for automotive components in 2013 in anticipation of the growth of electric vehicles. In 2018, LG made Austrian headlight supplier ZKW into a subsidiary. LG has taken a three-pronged strategy for its automotive business, consisting of headlights, drive components and infotainment, which includes car navigation and audio.

LG forecasts the vehicle components division to turn a profit for the first time in six years in 2021. The company aims to expand sales at an annual pace of 15%. This would turn vehicle components into one of LG’s largest segments, with more than 10 trillion won in annual sales in 2024.

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Tecno Phantom X officially confirmed and pre-orders begin

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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A couple of leaks that surfaced yesterday revealed the existence of a high-end Tecno phone named Phantom X. Today, Tecno Mobile’s African divisions such as Ivory Coast, Republic of Congo, and Ghana have started teasing the arrival of the smartphone. One of the listings shows that the handset is up for pre-orders starting from today.

Tecno Phantom X pre-orders

The Tecno’s Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) division is now receiving the pre-orders of the Phantom X. Those who pre-order the device for $10 will get freebies such as the Tecno S2 Bluetooth speaker and a bottle of wine.

Here is a teaser video of the Phantom X released by Tecno. Its Ivory Coast division has shared the below-shown poster to showcase its impressive design. The company has confirmed that the handset has an AMOLED panel that supports Full HD+ resolution.

While the phone is expected to launch in July, there is no confirmation on the date. Since the last date to pre-order the device is June 30, it is likely that the phone may debut on July 1.

Tecno Phantom X renders

Tecno Phantom X specifications

Leaked information has revealed that the Tecno Phantom X has a 6.7-inch AMOLED FHD+ curved edge display that offers a 90Hz refresh rate. It is powered by Helio G95, 8 GB of RAM, and a 4,700mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging.

The Phantom X has a 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel dual front-facing camera. Its back panel has a quad-camera setup that includes a 50-megapixel main camera, a 13-megapixel secondary lens, an 8-megapixel camera, and an unknown lens. It will come preloaded with HiOS based on Android 11 OS. This handset (AC8 model number) at the FCC certification in April. It is expected to arrive in colors like Van Gogh Sky Blue and Monet’s Summer Garden.

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Google faces antitrust investigation in India over smart TV market

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Sean
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Competition Commission of India has just ordered an investigation into Google. The company has allegedly abused its dominant position of Android in the region’s smart TV market.

Google

According to a TechCrunch report, the news arrives hours after the European Union opened a formal antitrust investigation into the Search engine giant for abusing its leading role in the advertising technology sector. As per the Competition Commission of India’s initial review, which began back in 2020, Google has breached certain anti competitive laws in the region. Thus, it is now facing an investigation of this scale that could apparently take up to a year to resolve.

The agency added that “The Commission is of the prima facie opinion that by making pre-installation of Google’s proprietary apps (particularly Play Store) conditional upon signing of ACC (Android Compatibility Commitments) for all Android devices manufactured/distributed/marketed by device manufacturers, Google has reduced the ability and incentive of device manufacturers to develop and sell devices operating on alternative versions of Android i.e. Android forks, and thereby limited technical or scientific development relating to goods or services to the prejudice of consumers in contravention of Section 4(2)(b) of the Act.”

Google

For those unaware, India is one of the largest markets by users for Google. Back in 2020, the company even pledged investing 10 billion US Dollars in the nation. In 2019 alone, 8 million smart TVs were sold in India, out of which 60 percent were powered by the Android OS. Now, a spokesperson has stated that the company is denying all allegations and added that “We are confident that our smart TV licensing practices are in compliance with all applicable competition laws.”

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One in Four smartphones sold in 2020 were bought online: Counterpoint

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Sean
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Back in 2020, the online purchases of smartphones accounted for about 26 percent of all sales in the global market. This means that one in every four smartphones that were bought were purchased from online channels.

Smartphones

According to a Counterpoint Research report, the Coronavirus pandemic was a major factor that boosted the online sales in multiple countries. Key regions includes India that showcased the highest online share at 45 percent, along with UK with 39 percent and China arriving in at 34 percent. This implies that the share of online smartphone sales in 2020 rose by 6 percent over a year prior. For market size, it marked an increase of more than 10 percent.

Furthermore, this trend was also recorded in other regions as well, like the US and Europe. Emerging markets like Latin America also benefited from this trend. Notably, the US and India recorded highest ever online share in the second half of last year. While the market saw a sizeable growth in online sales, this trend is also expected to slow down for some time, with online sales in 2021 being similar to but slightly lower than last year.

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Senior Analyst Sujeong Lim stated that “After the rapid growth in 2020, we expect 2021 to see some easing after the COVID-19 vaccination. However, it is expected to grow slightly every year from 2022 onwards, supported by growth in emerging markets and the middle-aged population becoming more accustomed to IT devices and internet use. But in the case of India, which currently has the highest online proportion, it may decrease to a certain level after 2022 due to the development of offline infrastructure such as multi-brand stores and large-scale retail stores. On the other hand, the future growth of the online market in SEA and MEA is noteworthy.”

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Here’s our first glimpse at MIUI 13 design

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Xiaomi is expected to unveil MIUI 13, the next major version of its mobile operating system very soon. Ahead of that, the company recently established ‘MIUI Pioneer Group’ to iron out the bugs. Further, the firm has even started updating its system apps for MIUI 13. One such update for an application gives us a first glimpse of the upcoming UI.

 

According to multiple sources (1, 2, 3, 4), Xiaomi has released a new version of MIUI File Manager with a design language in line with the announced MIUI 13. The V4.3.0.2 of the application has new UI elements, animations, and a redesigned Mi Drive page. 

Unsurprisingly, there are no major changes between the old and the new versions of the MIUI File Manager app. That’s because MIUI 12 debuted with a significant visual overhaul as compared to MIUI 11 and the previous editions. Hence, the next iteration is expected to have only minor visual changes.

That said, MIUI 13 was first rumored to make its debut by the end of June. But it looks like it won’t be the case. Perhaps, it may get announced in July. 

The alleged Mi MIX 4 with an under-display camera is said to be the first smartphone to launch with the new software. Last but not least, Xiaomi is expected to update almost all devices released in the last two years to MIUI 13.

 

 

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OnePlus Nord CE vs Samsung Galaxy A52 vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido
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OnePlus just launched the Nord CE 5G: a sort of remake of the original OnePlus Nord hitting the market with not so different specifications but a more affordable price. A lot of people are already wondering whether or not the OnePlus Nord CE 5G is the best value for money phone in the midrange niche: well, there are a lot of rivals in the same range. Two of the best are the Samsung Galaxy A52 and the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite. Here is a comparison between the specifications of three amazing mid-rangers sold in the global market.

OnePlus Nord CE vs Samsung Galaxy A52 vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite

OnePlus Nord CE 5G Samsung Galaxy A52 Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 159.2 x 73.5 x 7.9 mm, 170 grams 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm, 189 grams 160.5 x 75.7 x 6.8 mm, 157 grams
DISPLAY  6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+),  Fluid AMOLED 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), 407 ppi, Super AMOLED  6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+),  AMOLED
PROCESSOR Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G, octa-core 2.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, octa-core 2.3 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G, octa-core 2.3 GHz
MEMORY 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB 4 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD slot 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE  Android 11, OxygenOS Android 11, One UI  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, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS
CAMERA Triple 64 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.3 + f/2.4
16 MP f/2.5 front camera		 Quad 64 + 12 + 5 + 5 MP f/1.8, f/2.2 , f/2.4 and f/2.4
32 MP f/2.2 front camera		 Triple 64 + 8 + 5 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
16 MP f/2.5 front camera
BATTERY 4500 mAh, fast charging 30W 4500 mAh, fast charging 25W 4250 mAh, fast charging 33W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Dual SIM slot, 5G Dual SIM slot, water resistant IP67 Dual SIM slot, splash resistant (IP53)

Design

All of these phones are built with polycarbonate, but the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite still looks gorgeous. The main reason is not only its minimalistic rear cover but also its very thin and lightweight body. It is only 6.8 mm thick and it weighs just 157 grams: one of the thinnest and most lightweight phones released in 2021. Further, it has the IP53 which protects it from dust and splashes, as well as the Gorilla Glass 5 protection for the display. The Samsung Galaxy A52 is thicker, heavier, and less attractive, but it has the IP67 certification making it water resistant up to 1 meter deep for a max of 30 minutes.

 

Display

The most advanced display is offered by the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite. It is an AMOLED panel with one billion colors, a 90 Hz refresh rate, a Full HD+ resolution, a 90 Hz refresh rate, and a diagonal of 6.55 inches. It is almost impossible to find a mid-ranger showing one billion colors in the global market this year. Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite wins, but Samsung Galaxy A52 and OnePlus Nord CE 5G still come with great AMOLED displays sporting a Full HD+ resolution and a 90 Hz refresh rate.

 

Hardware/Software

If you need the strongest hardware department, then you should opt for the OnePlus Nord CE 5G, which is also the only device of the trio to support 5G connectivity. It is equipped with a Snapdragon 750G chipset paired with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 2.1 native storage. Samsung Galaxy A52 and Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite offer a max of 8 GB of RAM and weaker mobile platforms without 5G connectivity. The phones run Android 11 with highly customized user interfaces.

 

Camera

The most advanced camera phone is the Samsung Galaxy A52 which sports a quad rear camera including a 64 MP main sensor with OIS, a 12 MP ultrawide sensor, and a pair of 5 MP sensors for macros and depth calculation. On the paper, the silver medal goes to the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite with a 64 MP main camera, an 8 MP ultrawide sensor, and a 5 MP macro camera. The Samsung Galaxy A52 also offers a better 32 MP front camera which can record videos in 4K resolution.

 

Battery

Here the fight is between Samsung Galaxy A52 and OnePlus Nord CE 5G. They should offer a similar battery life as they are both equipped with a 4500 mAh battery, an AMOLED display with 90 Hz, and a processor built at 8 nm. Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite has a smaller battery but faster charging with a power of 33W.

 

OnePlus Nord CE vs Samsung Galaxy A52 vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite: Price

OnePlus Nord CE 5G starts from €299/$360 globally, you can find Samsung Galaxy A52 for less than €350/$415, and Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite is the most affordable with its €250/$300 street prices. There is not a definitive winner in this comparison: OnePlus Nord CE 5G has better hardware and 5G support, Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite offers a superior display, faster charging, a thinner and lighter design. Samsung Galaxy A52 has inferior hardware but the best cameras and it is water resistant.

 

 

OnePlus Nord CE vs Samsung Galaxy A52 vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G

PROS

  • IP53 dust resistant and splash resistant
  • Great AMOLED display
  • Stereo speakers
  • IR blaster
  • Thinner and lighter
  • Micro SD slot

CONS

  • Smaller battery
  • No 5G

 

Samsung Galaxy A52

PROS

  • Water resistant (IP67)
  • Better rear cameras
  • Better front camera
  • Stereo speakers
  • Micro SD slot

CONS

  • No 5G

 

OnePlus Nord CE 5G

PROS

  • 5G
  • Better chipset
  • Good price
  • More compact

CONS

  • No micro SD slot

 

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Global chip shortage worsens as wait times hit record 18 weeks

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Sean
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The semiconductor shortage issue has already affected various industries across the globe. Now, the situation has apparently worsened as wait times for chips have hit a record high of 18 weeks.

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According to a Bloomberg report, automobile makers and consumer electronics based brand have to wait even longer for components since delays in filling orders continue to worsen. The lead times for chips, which is the gap between ordering a semiconductor and receiving the delivery, have risen from just a single week to a whopping 18 weeks back in May 2021. This is an indicator that chip makers are currently struggling to keep up with the demand.

Furthermore, the wait times are the longest since 2017, with the peak being four weeks back in 2018. The report added that power management chips that regulate the flow of electricity in machines and consumer electronic products are a primary reason for the overall increase in delivery periods. The lead times for this chip hit a significant 25.6 weeks, which is nearly two weeks longer than a month before.

Chip

Chris Rolland, an analyst from Susquehanna Financial Group, added that “The broad based nature of the shortages is highlighted by the data, as most key product categories (power management, discretes, analogs, passives) have seen LT expansion.” The rising demand also suggests of the panic buying from vendors across the globe that are ordering too much, which has further worsened the situation, as per Rolland.

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Samsung announces new 5G chips that could take on Huawei

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Samsung has just launched new chips to bolster its 5G tech portfolio. These news chips were launched in the company’s Mobile World Congress 2021 conference and could eye Huawei‘s business as well.

Samsung

For those unaware, the Chinese telecom equipment maker has faced a ban on its products in certain regions. This has affected its business operations, with rival brands seeking to scoop up its market share. Now, the South Korean tech giant has just launched three new 5G chips that could also take on Huawei’s busienss. With advancement in wireless technology, a 5G modem would offer a notable improvement to an average consumer.

Thus, Samsung has introduced its second generation of 5G modem SoCs (system on chip) that is capable of doubling the capacity of an upcoming baseband chip while using just half of the power compared to its predecessor. The company is also aiming on delivering a new generation of millimeter wave radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC) with much smaller antennas and lower power consumption.

Furthermore, the brand also teased its 6G plans as well in MWC 2021, with its efforts looking beyond 5G by using high frequency terahertz wireless and testing a 140GHz wireless link as well. Samsung also added that its 6G plans would also include mixed reality, “high fidelity” holograms, and even digital replicas of real technology. Although, the 6G technology is just a teaser for the future since the world has yet to fully adopt 5G networking.

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iQOO 3 with Snapdragon 865 now starts at only ₹17,495 ($236) in India

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The iQOO 3 was the first smartphone from the brand to launch in India. It made its way to the country in early 2020. Unlike other handsets with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, it comes in both 4G and 5G variants. Over a year from its release, the device is now selling at an insanely low price in the region.

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iQOO 3

The iQOO 3 comes in three storage configurations in India. The first two variants are limited to 4G, whereas the top-end model supports 5G connectivity. They debuted for the following price tags.

iQOO 3 India Launch Price

  • iQOO 3 4G (8GB + 128GB) – ₹36,990
  • iQOO 3 4G (8GB + 256GB) – ₹39,990
  • iQOO 3 5G (12GB + 256GB) – ₹44,990

Back in February 2021, iQOO, the sub-brand of vivo, dropped the price of the smartphone to ₹24,990, ₹27,990, and ₹34,990 respectively. This occurred ahead of the release of iQOO 7 series.

Now, nearly four months later, the price of this handset has been dropped again. The new price cut brings the phone’s price below ₹20,000. Looks like the company is trying to clear the stock.

iQOO 3 India Price (June 2021)

  • iQOO 3 4G (8GB + 128GB) – ₹17,495
  • iQOO 3 4G (8GB + 256GB) – ₹18,995
  • iQOO 3 5G (12GB + 256GB) – ₹22,495

The new price is only valid on the iQOO online store. As per the listing, only the ‘Quantum Silver’ color version of the 4G variant is in stock. On the other hand, the 5G variant can be ordered in either ‘Quantum Silver’ or ‘Tornado Black’ color options. The special ‘Volcano Orange’ version is no longer on sale.

Having said that, it is worth noting that the phone has some software issues after the Android 11 update.

 

 

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