Redmi GM Lu Weibing stylishly teases the Redmi K50 series

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Jun 23, 2021

Xiaomi’s Redmi brand only took the wraps off the high-end Redmi K40 series in March this year. The K40 joins a growing list of flagship models which started with the Redmi K20 series. The K20 was launched in May 2019 as Redmi’s first flagship model. The K30 also joined the fray in November 2019 while the K30S made its debut in 2020. Xiaomi is now working on the Redmi K50.

Redmi’s GM and Xiaomi vice-president Lu Weibing recently attempted to sample opinion of fans concerning the features, configuration and experience they hope to get from the next-gen Redmi K50. Apart from that, prolific tipster Digital Chat Station also disclosed that the K50 series will improve on the features of its predecessor especially in the aspect of fast charging, video/imaging, and screen quality.

Recall that the Redmi K40 featured support for 33W fast charging technology for the 4,520mAH battery under the hood. We may see an upgrade to either 50W or 65W. For now, there is no lead as to the features that would find their way into the K50 series. The Chinese tech giant is yet to say when the model will be unveiled but going by precedence and the timing of Weibing’s post, the company might announce the model before the year runs out.

We expect details of the K50 series to emerge in the coming weeks. We’ll keep yu posted here on Gzmochina when that happens. But before then, spare a minute to tell us the aspect you’ll like to see Redmi upgrade on the upcoming K50 series in the comments section below.

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Bluetooth SIG certifies a handful of Nokia Bluetooth headsets

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 22, 2021

We may be seeing a number of new Nokia-branded headsets launching soon as the Bluetooth Special Interest Group has just certified some new models.

A few weeks ago, we reported that a Nokia headset called the Nokia Solo Buds+ was certified by the Bluetooth certification agency. Now, another model called the Nokia Clarity Solo Bud+ and with model number SB-501 has been certified. This version most likely has an additional feature compared to the Solo Buds+.

The Bluetooth SIG has also certified three other models – the Nokia Comfort Earbud+ (TWS-411W), the Nokia Comfort Earbuds (TWS-411), and the Nokia Go Earbuds+ (TWS 201).

From their names and the first three alphabets of their model numbers, we can tell that these are True Wireless Earbuds with varying features. All three have Bluetooth 5.1 and the Nokia Go Earbuds+ is most likely the cheapest of them all.

We still do not know when they will be announced, once we do, we will be sure to inform you.

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Ulefone Armor 11T 5G smartphone easily sails through durability test [Video]

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Simranpal Singh

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Jun 22, 2021

A major rugged smartphone manufacturer – Ulefone recently unveiled Armor 11T 5G smartphone carrying advanced features and specifications. The new rugged smartphone is built to withstand any rough and tough conditions in the real world. To prove these loud features, Ulefone itself put the device under durability test. The video below showcases all the stress that Armor 11 GT has gone through and how easily it sails through all the challenges.

Must See: Ulefone Armor 11T 5G smartphone launched with thermal imaging camera and Dimensity 800 SoC

As seen in the video, the phone has gone through the worst but it still survived without even a scratch. The phone is dropped from a 3-meter height and later survived even from 10m height. It is even thrown on the stairs from a height and was found without any damage. It passes the durability test with flying colors if we see its concrete test where the phone was working after going through a massive hammer hit. Considering the durability test results, the smartphone proves its mettle. It is not only a daily driver for normal users but can be a good replacement for construction workers or outdoor workers.

Ulefone Armor 11T 5G is IP68, IP69K certified smartphone which confirms waterproof, shockproof, and dustproof abilities. The presence of a thermal imaging camera and 5G support enhances its functionality.

The smartphone features MediaTek Dimensity 800 SoC, 5200 mAh battery with support for wireless charging, NFC support, Dual-SIM technology, 48MP primary camera, 6.1-inch waterdrop display, and Android 11. Ulefone Armor 11T 5G is a useful device carrying excellent specifications.

The smartphone is on sale via AliExpress for the price of $499.99. The interested users can know more about the device by heading over to the official website.

Related: Ulefone Armor 11T 5G video shows Thermal Imaging Camera use cases in real life

Honor Magic Fold and Honor Magic Flip trademarks registered in China

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 22, 2021

Honor will be making its entrance into the foldable smartphone market this year. It has been reported that the phone will launch under the Magic series, and a new trademark filing has revealed the official name of the device as well as that of another model, likely planned for a later release.

First spotted by DealnTech, Honor registered the trademarks for Honor Magic Fold and Honor Magic Flip early this month at the office of the China National Intellectual Property Administration. Based on these trademarks, it is safe to say that these are the official names of Honor’s coming foldable devices.

The Honor Magic Fold should have a form factor similar to that of the Huawei Mate X2 which has an inward folding design while the Honor Magic Flip should have a design similar to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip or the Motorola Razr.

The Magic Fold is expected to launch in the second half of the year, and it has been reported that it will be powered by the yet-to-be-announced Snapdragon 888 Pro processor. The Magic Flip, on the other hand, may not launch till next year, even though I am more excited for it as it may be the first foldable flip phone from a Chinese brand (not counting Lenovo’s Motorola Razr).

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Grab Realme GT 5G smartphone for $399 via Giztop

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Simranpal Singh

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Jun 22, 2021

Realme recently unveiled the Realme GT 5G smartphone packing some top-notch specifications. The smartphone comes with Snapdragon 888 chipset, 6.43-inch S-Amoled, 4500 mAh battery, and Realme UI 2.0. The smartphone is currently available across selective countries for the price of EUR 449. Surprisingly, the Giztop is offering the Realme GT 5G smartphone for $399 along with international shipping.

Must See: Realme GT 5G launched globally for €369 (~$446)

It is a massive discount despite being a new entrant in the market. Giztop is offering around $50 discount on the smartphone. The interested buyers can choose between Yellow, Blue, and Silver colors. It is available in two storage options of 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage.

Realme GT 5G ships with Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC carrying an inbuilt octa-core processor and highly performing Adreno 660 GPU. The smartphone houses a tripel-rear camera sensor featuring a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultrawide sensor, and a 2 MP macro lens. It features a massive 4500 mAh battery which supports up to 65W fast charging.

There’s a 6.43-inch S-Amoled E4 display that houses a punch-hole display while offering a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. For smoother animations, the display houses a 120H refresh rate. Its under-display fingerprint sensor enhances accessibility and security.

It is an interesting deal for the users who are looking for high-end specifications powered smartphone at a decent price. You can grab it for the starting price of $399 from Giztop.

Related: Realme CEO reveals Realme GT 5G, Realme Book launch plans for India

Lu Weibing reveals 12GB RAM variant of the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition is the bestseller

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 22, 2021

The Redmi K40 Gaming Edition launched as Redmi’s first gaming smartphone. The Dimensity 1200-powered phone is still exclusive to China but is expected to make its way to other markets as the POCO F3 GT next month. Today, Lu Weibing, the head of Redmi, revealed an interesting fact about the phone.

The Xiaomi executive disclosed on Weibo that more than 70% of Redmi K40 Gaming Edition owners have the 12GB RAM version of the phone. That is a significant percentage considering the phone is also available in 6GB RAM and 8GB RAM variants. In the same post, he asked readers if they consider RAM or storage when choosing a phone.

When it comes to mobile phones, having sufficient RAM is key for a smooth experience as it means you can have more active apps running without your phone slowing down or the apps having to relaunch when you switch between them. And if you are a gamer, you wouldn’t want to have your game getting closed just because you had to quickly make a call. Thus it makes sense as to why the variant with the highest amount of RAM is the best seller.

The Redmi K40 Gaming Edition comes in four configurations – 6+128GB, 8+128GB, 8+256GB, and 12+128GB. There is no storage expansion, so whatever storage it comes with is what you are stuck with.

The phone also has a 6.67-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a centered punch hole. There is a 64MP main camera on the back and it is accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide angle camera and a 2MP macro camera while a 16MP camera is in front.

Redmi has also added stereo speakers tuned by JBL, mechanical gaming triggers, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, NFC, and a 5065mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging.

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Sony launches a compact, portable wireless speaker for the Indian market

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 22, 2021

Sony India has underscored the premium it places on World Music Day by unveiling the SRS-XB13 Extra BASS portable wireless speaker for the Indian market. The portable wireless speaker was launched on Monday (June 21) and will be sold for Rs. 3990 ($54) to music lovers in the subcontinent.

The Sony portable wireless speaker comes with a unique strap that enhances its portability as a travel companion. The Extra Bass Sound Diffusion processor delivers excellent audio to listeners of the device, with its 5W output. The wireless speaker also has water-resistant and dust-resistant capability with its IP67 rating.

The Sony SRS-XB13 EXTRA BASS wireless speaker can be combined with another unit or other models to provide a resounding sound output, using its Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity support. The wireless speaker has fast connectivity using Bluetooth to give a seamless connection to Android devices. The wireless speaker also has a decent battery life of about 16 hours of entertainment on a full charge.

Gyanendra Singh, Head of the Audio Business unit of Sony India, in his remarks on the launch of the wireless speaker, said that the SRS-XB13 would be a massive choice for youngsters because of its excellent sound quality, portability, and versatility. The wireless speaker can double as an outdoor and indoor speaker, extending to poolside parties, as it is water-resistant. Singh also said that the SRS-XB13 provides important improvements from its predecessor by producing surround sound using sound diffusion technology in the device.

A few color variants of the Sony SRS-XB13 EXTRA BASS wireless speaker are available directly from Sony retail shops and selected outlets, including Amazon India from June 21. The colors available currently are pink, blue, taupe, and black, all priced at Rs. 3,990 (about $54), as stated earlier.

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold makes its way to India with a hefty price tag

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 22, 2021

The ThinkPad X1 Fold is the world’s first laptop with a foldable screen. It went on sale last year in the US and has now made its way to India 9 months later with a price tag that will surely turn away a lot of folks.

It has been reported that the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold will be sold in India for ₹3,29,000 which converts to about $4423. That is nearly double the $2499 price tag it carries stateside! If you don’t mind the price tag, here is what you get.

A 13.3-inch OLED screen with a 2048 x 1536 resolution. An Intel Core i5-L16G7 processor paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 1TB of SSD storage. There is a 50Wh battery and it supports 65W fast charging over USB-C.

For connectivity, you get two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.1. Owners will be able to opt for an LTE version with a nano-SIM. The computer runs Windows 10 out of the box.

You can also pick up an optional Lenovo Fold Mini Keyboard which attaches magnetically to the X1 Fold but connects via Bluetooth. There is also the Lenovo Mod Pen, a stylus with tilt detection and customizable side buttons for taking down notes and drawing.

The ThinkPad X1 will be available this fall but you can sign up to be notified on the official website.

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Huawei MatePad 11-inch model tipped to launch in July packing a Snapdragon 865 SoC

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 22, 2021

At the HarmonyOS 2 launch conference earlier this month, Huawei officially unveiled the MatePad Pro 12.6 as its first tablet powered by HarmonyOS 2 instead of Android-based EMUI OS. The company also launched the MatePad Pro 10.8-inch model powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor. The Chinese tech giant also announced the MatePad 11 which has an 11-inch display screen.

It has now been revealed that the MatePad 11 will be launched in July and will equally be equipped with a Qualcomm processor. The tablet will be powered by the flagship Snapdragon 865 processor. Thus, the tablet will emerge as Huawei’s first tablet that will be powered by Qualcomm’s flagship processor. The MatePad Pro 10.8 equally packs a Qualcomm chip but it is the Snapdragon 870 which is a mid-range SoC.

In addition, the MatePad 11 will be the first device to pack a combo of Qualcomm chip and Huawei’s self-developed HarmonyOS 2. Huawei is still banned from using US technology and so can not get new chip orders from Qualcomm or any other semiconductor foundry using US technology. It is likely that the company had to dig into its inventory to retrieve this one.

In terms of the design, the renders of the model show that the MatePad 11 will have the same design as the MatePad Pro 12.6. This includes a full-screen display design without any opening at the front as well as a vertical dual-camera combination on the back. Huawei says the 11-inch version of the MatePad will have a slightly lower screen-to-body ratio. The frame is also said to be slightly wider than that of the 12.6-inch version.

However, the display configuration is said to be more powerful. This model will pack a 2K resolution and support a 120Hz ultra-high refresh rate, which can bring a smoother control experience. The device will also come with 6GB RAM as well as two storage variants of 64GB and 128GB. Both are expected to be expandable. The MatePad 11 may likely not have 5G support.

There are over 184,000 Xiaomi Mi 2/Mi 2S active users in 2021: Lei Jun

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jun 22, 2021

Xiaomi launched the Mi 2 in November 2012. It was later followed by the Mi 2s in April 2013. These two devices can be called Xiaomi’s second-generation smartphones. Nearly a decade later, there are still people using these handsets, as per the company’s founder.

Xiaomi Mi 2 Featured A A few days back, Lei Jun, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Xiaomi revealed that there are over 2 million active users of the Mi 6. A day later, the executive shared a similar fact about Mi 2 and Mi 2S.

According to his Weibo post, there are more than 184,000 active users of Mi 2 and Mi 2S. This data is fascinating since these devices are not capable of running modern apps.

Unfortunately, it is not known whether this count only includes the units running stock MIUI or both stock ROM as well as custom ROMs. Anyway, it is still a huge number nevertheless.

For comparison, the OnePlus One, which launched more than a year after the debut of Mi 2S, only has over 300 active users. Additionally, the Xiaomi handsets received a longer official software support than the first-ever OnePlus phone.

Anyway, If you are one of those Mi 2 and Mi 2S users, do share your experience with these smartphones in the comment section below.

Moto G10 drops Motorola branding as it lands in Russia as the Lenovo K13 Note

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 22, 2021

It is no longer news that some Motorola phones are rebadged as Lenovo phones for other markets. The latest example is the Moto G10 which has made its way to Russia as the Lenovo K13 Note.

Announced today for ₽12,490 (~$170), the Lenovo K13 Note is a budget 4G phone with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display that has a waterdrop notch and an HD+ resolution. It is powered by the Snapdragon 460 and comes in a single configuration with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. A MicroSD card slot will allow users to add up to 512GB of extra storage.

There are four cameras on the back that sit together with an LED flash in a slightly protruding housing. The primary camera is a 48MP sensor and it comes along with an 8MP ultrawide angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. An 8MP camera is in front for selfies and video calls.

There is a fingerprint scanner on the back of the phone, a 5000mAh battery under the plastic body, and support for 10W charging via a USB-C port. It also has an audio jack at the top and runs Android 11 out of the box.

Lenovo has made the K13 Note available in the same Aurora Gray and Sakura Pearl colors as the Moto G10, though we believe launching it in different colors would have been better to further differentiate them save for the branding.

You can purchase the Lenovo K13 Note at the Lenovo online shop. The pearl variant is discounted and can be purchased for ₽9,990 (~$137) from now till the 30th of June while the gray variant has its price cut down to ₽11,990 (~$164).

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ZTE announces MyOS now supports 5G Messaging Solution

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jun 22, 2021

With every new mobile wireless telecommunication technology or network standard, comes improved benefits. The arrival of 2G brought data services such as text messages, picture messages, and multimedia messages while 3G brought video calling. When 4G arrived, it brought faster and more stable connections that allowed for streaming and faster downloads as well as RCS-based messaging. 5G also brings faster connections along with improvements to legacy messaging.

Dubbed 5G Messaging, it is said to bring improvements in multimedia messaging, commercial messaging, chatbots, carousels, and even support for payment. Messages will not only include audio and video but also geolocation. The service also brings messaging over Wi-Fi and group chats.

ZTE has now announced that it has added support for 5G Messaging to MyOS, its custom Android skin for its phones. It has been reported that only three ZTE phones support 5G Messaging at the moment. They are the ZTE S30, Axon 30 Pro, and the Axon 30 Ultra. We believe more devices will get the feature later.

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Lava Probuds is the Indian phone maker’s first TWS Earbuds

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 22, 2021

Indian smartphone maker Lava has launched its latest truly wireless (TWS) earbuds, named the Lava Probuds TWS earbuds in India. The Probuds TWS earbuds is the first TWS earbuds produced by the company, and it comes with some impressive features.

The earbuds have an extended battery life of up to 25 hours which is super impressive. It is powered by a MediaTek chipset and has IPX5 certification, making them water- and sweat-resistant. Lava hopes to make a strong statement with its debut offering in the TWS earbuds segment of the accessories market.

The Lava Probuds come with 11.6mm advanced drivers that offer an excellent audio output, have Bluetooth 5.0 support and its signature technology is the Wake and Pair technology, which allows it to turn on and connect the headset immediately when the case is opened.

In a comment relating to the launch of the product, Tejinder Singh, a product executive at Lava International, stated that the Lava Probuds are high-performance earbuds that will appeal to modern audiophiles. He said the product was developed in line with the philosophy of Lava to develop products tailored to the needs of its home market of India. With the unveiling of its new truly wireless earbuds, Lava hopes to have a share of the market, and it targets the youths within the school-going and working class of the population. Lava says the earbuds can substantially ease the user’s work/study demands and provide entertainment when needed.

The Lava Probuds TWS earbuds will go on sale from June 24 and would be sold for Rs. 2199 ($30). The product will be available in India at Lava e-store, Amazon, and Flipkart from noon on June 24.

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Upcoming OPPO phone may offer 120Hz display, SD768G, 64MP triple cameras

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 22, 2021

OPPO announced the Snapdragon 768G powered OPPO K9 5G last month in China. A tipster from China claimed that the company is working on another SD768G powered device. While its moniker is not known yet, the leaker has shared the entire specifications of the mysterious phone.

According to the tipster, the upcoming OPPO phone may house a 6.43-inch Samsung AMOLED E1 Pro display that will produce a 120Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 768G chip is likely to drive the smartphone with LPDDR4x RAM.

The rear camera setup of the phone may feature a 64-megapixel Samsung GW3 primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. For selfies, it may possess a 32-megapixel front camera.

The device could be equipped with a 4,500mAh battery that may support 50W rapid charging. It may come with other features like a single speaker, Dolby panoramic sound, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. The tipster also revealed that the device measures 7.9mm in thickness and weighs 174 grams. It is speculated that the device may ship with up to 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB and it could be priced around 2,499 Yuan (~$386).

Most of the specs mentioned above are available on the OPPO K9 5G. It remains it arrives as a new variant of the K9 handset.

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Some Galaxy A52 users are facing brightness issue in HDR video playback

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jun 22, 2021

The Galaxy A52 is one of the best Samsung smartphones released in 2021. The handset offers almost everything one needs in a smartphone at an affordable price tag. However, with the latest system update, the company appears to have broken a feature of the phone.

Samsung Galaxy A52 Awesome White Featured — Samsung Galaxy A52

Samsung Galaxy A52 HDR Video Playback Brightness Issue

The Galaxy A52 flaunts a 6.5-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 800 nits peak brightness. This panel is also HDR-certified, and therefore, it is capable of playing HDR videos on YouTube. Anyway, the device lacks certifications for Netflix and Amazon Prime Video like any other Samsung smartphone other than flagships.

But the latest June 2021 security patch update has broken HDR playback support even on YouTube. The issue is sort of weird. The YouTube app shows HDR options, however, the handset’s display does not brighten up.

I randomly came across this bug. While discussing with several other users on a Telegram group dedicated to Galaxy A52, I found out that I wasn’t the only one facing this issue.

Samsung Galaxy A52 SM-A525F DRM Info — DRM Info app on the Samsung Galaxy A52

At first, I thought the latest system update might have affected DRM certification. Hence, I installed the DRM Info app to check the status. As you can see from the screenshot, the app clearly says that the phone’s screen not only supports HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG but also has Widevine L1 certification.

I did come across a workaround for this bug. Unfortunately, it did not work for me. Nonetheless, it did for others, but albeit for a short period of time.

Samsung Galaxy A52 HDR Video Playback Brightness Issue Workaround

In case you have a Galaxy A52 with HDR brightness not kicking in on YouTube or while playing local videos, then follow these steps.

Enable ‘Developer options’
- Settings > About Phone > Software information
- Tap 7 times on Build number
Go to Settings, search for ‘Disable HW overlays’, and enable this option

This method should fix HDR brightness issue on the Galaxy A52 or any other Samsung smartphone for that matter. Anyhoo, your mileage may vary and it may not work for a long time.

Samsung Galaxy A52 HDR Video Playback Brightness Issue: What is the solution?

I think only Samsung can fix this bug via the next system update. But if you have any workaround, then do let us know in the comment section below.

Until then, all we can do is hope for Samsung to fix it with the July 2021 security patch update next month.

Huawei P50 series may launch on July 29

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 22, 2021

Huawei is known for launching its P-series of camera-centric flagship by the first quarter of the year. However, in a bid to launch the P50 series preinstalled with the company’s HarmonyOS 2.0 and the ongoing supply issue has reportedly delayed the arrival of the P50 models this year. While recent reports claimed that the P50 lineup will debut in June, new leaks suggest that it could be debuting by the end of July.

A Chinese digital blogger took to Weibo to share a binary code 1011011001 to reveal the launch date of the P50 lineup. This code converts to 729, which suggests that P50, P50 Pro, and P50 Pro+ may debut on July 29.

Another tipster claimed that the Huawei P50 series may mainly include Kirin 9000 SoC-powered 4G devices due to the supply issue. However, there is a possibility that the lineup may include 5G variants. Another source has claimed that the P50 will be equipped with a new 1/1.8-inch sensor for the ultrawide camera. Hence, it appears that the P50 could be featuring the largest ultrawide camera sensor seen on any smartphone.

Other reports have claimed that the Huawei P50 Pro+ and Huawei P50 Pro could be featuring the 1-inch Sony IMX800 as the primary lens, which is the biggest smartphone camera sensor ever. The base model is expected to feature the main lens, an ultrawide camera and a telephoto camera in its triple camera setup, and a slightly curved OLED screen.

The P50 Pro may feature a main camera, an ultrawide shooter, and a periscope lens in its triple camera system. The P50 Pro+’s rear camera system may comprise of the main camera, an ultrawide lens, a telephoto camera, a periscope lens, and a ToF depth sensor. Bot handsets may feature the so-called “waterfall” curved edge displays.

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Xiaomi launches the MITU Children’s 4G Phone Watch 5C with video call support

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Sean

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Jun 22, 2021

Xiaomi has just launched a new product that is designed for kids in China. The device in question is the MITU Children’s 4G Phone Watch 5C, which is available for a price of 379 Yuan (roughly 58 US Dollars).

The new wearable is supports 4G and can even make video calls as well. It also offers a precise location tracking and is powered by a 900mAh battery pack. Furthermore, it even supports the the XiaoAI voice assistant and is waterproof for up to 20 meters. On the front, it sports a wide angle camera that enables it to make video calls, through 4G networking from its three supported telecom carriers.

The new MITU Children’s 4G Phone Watch 5C is also capable of activity tracking as well and can track the schedule of the children, ranging from its school time period to even tracking their commute between homes and schools. The display is a 1.4 inch colored display, while the watch also supports learning based applications as well. It is currently listed on JD.com, a major Chinese e-retailer, and is available for a price of 379 Yuan.

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Xiaomi has plans to launch Mi 11 Lite 5G in India

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jun 22, 2021

A few hours back, Xiaomi announced the Mi 11 Lite in India. The Mi Watch Revolve Active was also unveiled alongside it. In the pre-recorded launch livestream, Manu Jain, the Managing Director of Xiaomi India revealed that the company also has plans to launch the Mi 11 Lite 5G in the country.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G Citrus Yellow — Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G

The Mi 11 Lite and Mi 11 Lite 5G are identical to each other. The only major difference between the two is the chipset. The 4G variant is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G SoC. On the other hand, the 5G version features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 780G chip.

Mr. Jain says that Xiaomi is more than happy to launch the Mi 11 Lite 5G in India whenever the 5G network rolls out in the country or when there’s sufficient demand.

Unfortunately, we cannot tell for sure if this smartphone will ever debut in India. Because the rollout of 5G networks is still quarters away. However, the public trials are expected to begin as early as next year.

But by then, the Mi 11 Lite 5G will become an outdated model in today’s fast-paced smartphone launches. This means only demand and competition can make Xiaomi bring this handset to India.

For those unaware, almost all the phones sold in India above ₹20,000 ($269) are 5G-enabled. Hence, the Mi 11 Lite 4G could be a tough sell in the region.

Huawei and ZTE banned from telecom based government portal in India

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Sean

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Jun 22, 2021

With border tensions between India and China rising, the trade relations between the two countries has also been impacted negatively. Now, Chinese networking gear makers Huawei and ZTE have been banned from the new telecom based government portal in India.

Due to deteriorating relations, the Indian government has banned numerous apps from China, along with a nationwide ban for certain Chinese products. Furthermore, consumer electronics makers from China also faced backlash due to anti China sentiments in the region, while the Indian government excluded telecom equipment maker Huawei and ZTE from its trusted telecom operator list that it released earlier this year.

According to a TelecomTalk report, the Indian telecom sector has witnessed high imports of products and components from China due to their relatively more affordable prices. Thus, a National Security Directive has been implemented to check the telecom sector and its use of Chinese gear. At the moment, carriers like Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea are working along with international brands like Nokia, Ericsson, Cisco, and others.

The government even launched a trusted telecom products portal as well, to offer clearance to trusted telecom products used by Indian carriers. This portal was officially launched back in June 15, and will require telecom operators to specify the products they want to procure and also mention the company they would source the components from. If a firm does seek to source gear from Chinese vendors, they would have to fulfill all requirements on the portal on the Chinese gear maker’s behalf and will face careful scrutiny from the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS).

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NZone S7 Pro 5G with 90Hz display, Dimensity 720, and 64MP triple cameras launched

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 22, 2021

China Mobile’s sub-brand Nzone has launched a new phone called the Nzone S7 Pro 5G in China. The handset sports a trendy punch-hole screen on the front, and it has a triple camera system on the rear. Here is what the Nzone S7 Pro offers to its customers in China

NZone S7 Pro 5G specifications and features

The NZone S7 Pro 5G has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD Full HD+ resolution that supports a 20:9 aspect ratio, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a 180Hz touch sampling rate. The company claims that it offers a screen space of 91.24 percent. For capturing selfies, it has a front camera of 16-megapixel.

The rear camera module of the device is pioneered by a 64-megapixel main camera. It is coupled with an 8-megapixel superwide lens with a 120-degree FOV, a 2-megapixel macro camera with a 4cm focal length, and an LED flash unit.

The Dimensity 720 chipset is present under the hood of the NZone S7 Pro. The device is packed with a 4,000mAh battery that supports 40W fast charging. The company claims that the device can gain 25 percent battery juice by charging it only for 10 minutes. The device comes preinstalled with Android 11 OS.

NZone S7 Pro 5G pricing and availability

The NZone S7 Pro 5G variants such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage cost 2,299 Yuan (~$355) and 2,499 Yuan (~$385), respectively. The device comes in three colors such as Golden Sunlight, Misty Blue, and Elegant Black.

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