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Samsung reportedly starts working on Android 12 for the Galaxy S21 series

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Jeet
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Google unveiled the first beta of its new Android 12 operating system last month during the annual developer conference. Recently, the company started rolling out the beta 2 update which is now available for smartphones from select brands.

Now, a new report coming from Max Weinbach claims that Samsung has started working on Android 12 for the Galaxy S21 series smartphones. It’s noteworthy that Android 12 is still in beta and the official release is expected in September.

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While the official timeline for the update from the South Korean giant is not yet known, it is expected that Samsung will start rolling out the Android 12 with a new version of its custom user interface — One UI.

Samsung is reportedly going to hold the Samsung Developer Conference (SDC) in October or November but if last year is any indication, its users won’t have to wait that long for Android 12-based One UI 4.0. The first developer beta should arrive sometime in August.

The Galaxy S21 series of smartphones is the company’s most recent lineup in its flagship lineup and the phones are guaranteed to get updated for three years. In the Galaxy S-series, the company will release also the Android 12 to Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S20 lineup.

The Android 11 rollout was started rolling out with the Galaxy S20 lineup and thus, it makes sense for the South Korean giant to start the rollout of Android 12 with the Samsung Galaxy S21 range.

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Huawei Nova 9 series in works, like to launch early

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Huawei announced the Nova 8 series of smartphones by the end of 2020. Several digital bloggers from China are claiming that the company could be working on the Nova 9 series. It is also being speculated that the Nova 9 lineup may debut between August to October.

It is speculated that the Nova 9 series will be similar to the Nova 8 lineup in terms of specifications and design. The Nova 8 came with an oval-shaped camera module that houses a main lens at the top and it was followed by other cameras.

There is a possibility that Nova 9 may have dual camera rings like the upcoming Huawei P50 series. The top ring may house the main lens, while the second ring may house the other lenses and an LED flash.

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Huawei Nova 8 Pro

Leaked information that appeared in May claimed that the Nova 9 could be featuring the Kirin 990E, which was seen on the Mate 40E 5G phone. However, it is also being speculated that the Nova 9 lineup could be powered by 4G chips due to the chip shortage issue. In other words, the Nova 9 models may lack support for 5G connectivity.

Apart from the Nova 9 series, the company is also said to be working on the Huawei P50 series of smartphones. Recent reports have claimed that the P50, P50 Pro, and P50 Pro+ featuring the 5nm Kirin 9000 SoC may debut in July or August. Hopefully, newer reports will spill more information about the Nova 9 lineup and P50 series in the coming weeks.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 foldable smartphone to be priced lower than its predecessor

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Jeet
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Foldable smartphones are no longer an experimental lineup and people are now opening to the concept. While there are a few brands that have launched their foldable smartphones in the market, Samsung is leading the category.

The South Korean giant is now gearing up to launch the next-generation foldable smartphones, including the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3. And as per the new reports, the phone could be priced lower than its predecessor.

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While reports say that the phone will come with a lower price tag, exact details about the pricing are not yet known. But it’s noteworthy that the company is aiming to reach more people by lowering the pricing and making the category more attractive.

Reports indicate that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Z Flip 3 could be getting about a 20 percent price cut compared to their predecessors. This means that the next-generation Galaxy Fold smartphone could cost $400 less than the $1,999 pricing of Galaxy Z Fold 2.

The company is expected to retain the 256GB internal storage model and is also rumored to offer a 512GB storage model for those who want additional storage capacity but this is for the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and not the Fold-series model.

If the previous reports are to be believed, then the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is expected to be officially launched in August this year but we are still waiting for the official confirmation from the South Korean giant.

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Realme internal “Moon Landing Plan” leaks online; becomes leading brand in online sales

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A well-known Chinese leaker has shared details about Realme’s internal plan named “Moon Landing Plan” and talks about the company’s achievements. The brand has also become the leading in online sales in three years.

Additionally, Realme has announced in the report for the 618 Sale in China that the sales of its smartphones have exceeded the sales mark of one million units and the cumulative sales of the company rank it among the Top 2 when it comes to Android smartphones.

Realme Moon Landing Plan

The OPPO-backed company had a keynote speech during the Global 5G Summit jointly organized by Qualcomm and others and there, Realme announced that it plans to provide more than 20 5G phone models by the end of 2022 and aims to reach 100 million 5G users by the end of 2024.

The company is gearing up to launch several new products and is also entering a few new categories, including tablets and laptops. Madhav Sheth, CEO of Realme India and Europe has also teased these upcoming devices.

The brand recently launched its flagship smartphone Realme GT 5G globally and now it is gearing up to launch the same in the Indian market. It is also planning to launch its next-generation X-series phones — Realme X9 and X9 Pro in China later this month. The company is clearly aiming to become a lifestyle brand and not limit itself to just smartphones, following the footsteps of another Chinese company Xiaomi.

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Vivo V21e 5G launch date confirmed for India

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Last week, Vivo India released a tweet that the Vivo V21e 5G will be launching on June 24 in India. However, the tweet was quickly deleted, and a new tweet was released which just confirmed the arrival of the smartphone. The company has now finally confirmed that the V21e 5G will debut at 5 PM (local time) on June 24 in the country.

The Vivo V21e 5G will be positioned lower than the Vivo V21 5G, which is priced at Rs 29,990 in India. The V21e 5G is likely to carry pricing of Rs 24,990 for the 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage edition. It is unclear whether the phone will come in another option.

Vivo V21e 5G specifications

The Vivo V21e 5G has a 6.44-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The Dimensity 700 chipset is present under the hood of the device. The SoC is coupled with 8 GB of RAM and 3 GB of extended RAM.

It has a 4,00mAh battery that carries support for 44W rapid charging. The phone runs on Android 11 OS and FunTouch OS 11.1.

The V21e 5G has a front camera of 32-megapixel. Its rear camera setup has a 64-megapixel primary camera and an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens. It has a slim profile of 7.67mm and weighs 165 grams.

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Top stories from last week: OnePlus merges with OPPO, a unified fast-charging standard for Chinese brands, Honor 50 series, new Beats earbuds, and more

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Habeeb Onawole
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Windows 11 leaked before its launch, OnePlus’ merger with OPPO, Apple’s new Beats earbuds for Android, and more are among the top stories from last week. Here’s your chance to get up to speed.

 

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Beats Studio Buds – Apple’s earbuds for Android

Apple-owned Beats announced a new pair of wireless earbuds last week and they are practically targeted at Android users. The spanking new Beats Studio Earbuds with ANC are not only smaller and more affordable than its last pair of earbuds, the Powerbeats Pro, they also pack more Android features than any of Apple’s other earbuds.

 

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Windows 11 leaks before its official launch

Microsoft is announcing a new version of Windows in a few days but just a week before the launch, it gets leaked as an ISO file available for users to download and install on their PCs. It is called Windows 11 and it brings a revamped visual interface among other upgrades.

In related news, Microsoft has also confirmed that it will be ending support for Windows 10 four years from now.

 

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Realme GT lands in Europe alongside Realme’s first robot vacuum cleaner

The Realme GT 5G is now available in Europe, months after its launch in China. With a starting price of €449, the flagship killer does have a lot going for it. Realme also announced new smartwatches and its very first robot vacuum cleaner.

Realme has also confirmed that it has plans to launch its first tablet and laptop soon.

 

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Honor 50 series unveiled in China, coming to global markets with GMS

The Honor 50 series launched in China last week. The Honor 50 Pro and Honor 50 marked the global debut of the Snapdragon 778G while the Honor 50 SE launched with a Dimensity 900 chipset. Honor has confirmed that the Honor 50 series will have Google Mobile Services when they launch outside China.

The manufacturer also announced a new pair of wireless earbuds, the Honor Earbuds 2 SE with ANC and a 32-hour battery life.

 

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North America gets budget OnePlus Nord N200 with 5G support

After launching the Nord CE 5G in Europe and India almost a fortnight ago, OnePlus announced the more affordable Nord N200 for the North American market. This 5G phone is priced at $240, has a Snapdragon 480 5G processor, and packs a 5000mAh battery. It will go on sale this week.

 

OnePlus announced merger with sister company, OPPO

OnePlus announced last week that it has now integrated its teams with that of OPPO. While the OnePlus brand still exists, the integration is supposed to grant it access to more resources to create better products.

 

Chinese brands come together for a unified fast-charging standard

Xiaomi, OPPO, Vivo, Huawei, Honor, Rockchip, and some other Chinese companies have come together to develop a unified fast-charging standard, one that works across brands. The group’s aim is to eliminate incompatibility issues and reduce the e-waste caused by the multiple accessories buyers own/have to purchase when switching between brands.

 

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Motorola has a new rugged phone not made by Lenovo

Motorola launched its first rugged smartphone, the Motorola Defy, last week. However, unlike other Motorola smartphones, this is not made by Lenovo but by the Bullitt Group. The mid-range phone has a Gorilla Glass Victus-protected display, triple cameras, and a 4G processor.

 

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Huawei Watch 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 3: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido
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Huawei just came up with HarmonyOS 2.0: an operating system that can be installed not only on smartphones but on a whole ecosystem, including wearable devices. Indeed, the newly-announced Huawei Watch 3 runs HarmonyOS 2.0 out of the box. Does the new version of Huawei’s proprietary operating system make the Huawei Watch 3 a better smartwatch than Samsung Galaxy Watch 3? Here is a specs comparison between the two smartest wearable devices without Wear OS which will give you a  glimpse of the differences between these wearables.

Huawei Watch 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 3

Huawei Watch 3 Samsung Galaxy Watch 3
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 46.2 x 46.2 x 12.2 mm,

54 grams

 46.2 x 45 x 11.1 mm,

From 43 grams to 53.8 grams
DISPLAY 1.43 inches round, 466 x 466p, 326 ppi, AMOLED 1.4 inches square, 360 x 360p, AMOLED
PROCESSOR Huawei Hisilicon Hi6262 Samsung Exynos 9110, dual-core 1.15 GHz
MEMORY 2 GB RAM, 16 GB 1 GB RAM, 8 GB
SOFTWARE HarmonyOS 2.0 Tizen OS
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.2 Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
SPORT MODES 100+ 40
BATTERY 450 mAh 340 mAh
ADDITIONAL FEATURES GPS, accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, compass, barometer, thermometer, waterproof 5 ATM, wireless charging, eSIM GPS, accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, waterproof, SpO2 sensor, Samsung Pay, wireless charging, eSIM, rotating glass, ECG

Design

Huawei Watch 3 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 are not so different in terms of aesthetics. If you love minimalistic designs, then you will like the Huawei Watch 3 due to its higher screen-to-body ratio. But if you prefer having better usability and a sophisticated watch, then you may like the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 more due to its rotating bezel which can become very helpful while navigating through the user interface. The Huawei Watch 3 is built with a glass front, a  ceramic back, and a stainless steel frame. With the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3, you get either a stainless steel frame (316L) or a titanium frame, as well as a glass front protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass  DX. Both the smartwatches are waterproof: the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 has the IP68 certification which makes it 50m water resistant, and so is the Huawei Watch  3. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 is thinner because it packs a smaller battery and it is even lighter, which makes it even more elegant and ergonomic.

 

Display

The Huawei Watch 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 come with great displays: they are AMOLED panels with sizes of 1.43 and 1.4 inches, respectively, showing vibrant colors and deep blacks. The Huawei Watch 3 has a higher resolution with 466 x 466 pixels, so it has a higher level of definition. That is why it wins the display comparison. But the rotating bezel of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 makes it easier to navigate the user interface. In each case, you get a touch screen. As mentioned above, Huawei Watch 3 has narrower bezels around the display.

 

Specs & Software

The Huawei Watch 3 has more powerful hardware than Samsung Galaxy Watch 3. It packs 2 gigs of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage, while you get just 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of storage with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3. You can save a lot more data with the Huawei Watch 3 and you should also get better performance. Which is the best operating system between HarmonyOS 2.0 and Tizen OS? It is still too early to say it because HarmonyOS 2.0 just went official and no one had the chance to test it thoroughly. Note that HarmonyOS 2.0 is currently an operating system present not only in the Chinese market but in the global market too. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 is sold globally as well and it comes with Tizen OS which supports several globally available apps, including the payment service Samsung Pay. Huawei Watch 3 supports a lot more sports modes than Samsung Galaxy Watch 3.

 

Sensors and connectivity

Huawei Watch 3 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 are equipped with a lot of sensors and modules to track physical activity better than with other activity trackers. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 is actually a better smartwatch for those who want to track health and wellness because it is one of the few ones supporting the ECG function. Further, it is able to monitor blood pressure monitor. On the other hand, Huawei Watch 3 is able to measure body temperature with a thermometer, which is useful when it comes to Covid-19. But it does not support the ECG feature which is definitely more advanced. However, Huawei Watch 3 is a more advanced device for sports tracking because it supports more sports modes. Both the smartwatches have the GPS, the SpO2 sensor, and the eSIM connectivity allowing you to use cellular connectivity without a physical SIM inside.

 

 

Battery

The battery of the Huawei Watch 3 is way bigger than the one found on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3, that is why it should offer a longer battery life. We are talking about 450 mAh against just 340 mAh. Both the wearables support wireless charging.

 

Price

Huawei Watch 3 is priced at €369/$438 in the global market, while Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 costs €279/$332. Overall, Huawei Watch 3 should offer better usability due to its bigger battery, better memory configurations. But with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3, you can pay with Samsung Pay, monitor ECG stats, and pressure level, which are very useful and advanced features. Which one would you pick?

 

 

Huawei Watch 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 3: PRO and CONS

Huawei Watch 3

PRO

  • More RAM
  • More internal storage
  • Higher resolution
  • Bigger battery
  • More sport modes
  • Thermometer

CONS

  • Fewer smart features

 

Samsung Galaxy Watch 3

PRO

  • ECG function
  • Wider availability
  • Samsung Pay
  • Blood pressure monitor

CONS

  • Inferior memory configuration

Samsung reported to have postponed the launch of its AMD GPU

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Habeeb Onawole
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It has been two years since Samsung announced its partnership with AMD on mobile GPUs but we are yet to see the first product borne from the agreement. The Korean tech giant was expected to announce the GPU this month but that will no longer happen.

At the beginning of this year, Samsung revealed that its next flagship Exynos chipset will have an AMD GPU. Popular leaker, Ice Universe, revealed in a tweet back then that the GPU will be announced this year and may even appear in the Galaxy Z Fold 3.

Fast forward to February and the leaker disclosed that the co-developed GPU will be announced in June with the main processor scheduled for later. Now a new update from the leaker says that the launch has now been postponed to July. The info was revealed in a tweet earlier today. Sadly, no reason was provided for the postponement.

Last month, Samsung mentioned at Computex, that the GPU will be based on the RDNA2 architecture, the same one used for the GPUs inside the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S and Series X consoles. He went on to say that the next-gen Exynos chipset with the new GPU will bring features such as ray tracing and variable rate shading capabilities.

We are all pumped to see what Samsung and AMD has prepared. While we are sad we will have to wait a bit longer, if it means they get more time to fine tune its performance, then the better.

 

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Poll of The Week: Should international OnePlus phones ship with ColorOS or OxygenOS?

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Habeeb Onawole
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Earlier this year, just before the OnePlus 9 series was launched, OnePlus announced that the Chinese variants will ship with ColorOS instead of HydrogenOS. That decision was a major step towards what has been dubbed “the OPPO-fication of OnePlus”.

Poll- OxygenOS or ColorOS

Last week, OnePlus announced that it was merging its teams with those of OPPO going forward. Thus becoming a sub-brand of OPPO rather than a sister-brand owned by the same parent company, BBK Electronics.

When the announcement was made, one of the concerns quickly addressed was that OnePlus phones (international models) will continue to run OxygenOS. The big question is if this is what users want.

So for this week’s poll, we really want to know what our readers think. Do you want OnePlus to keep shipping its international models with OxygenOS or will you prefer if they switched to ColorOS? So, please take the poll and also leave a comment telling us why you want one over the other. Also, share with us any other opinions you may have.

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Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite color variants confirmed before launch in India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Xiaomi will be announcing the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite smartphone in India on June 22. It will be arriving as the lightest and thinnest smartphone of 2021. After the announcement, it will be available for purchase through the Flipkart retailer site in the country. Xiaomi has recently confirmed that the Mi 11 Lite will be offered in three colors.

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite will land in India in shades like Tuscany Coral, Jazz Blue, and Viny Black. Past reports have revealed that the device will be available in three options such as 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. The handset is likely to be priced at around Rs 20,000 (~$270).

Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite specifications

The Mi 11 Lite has a 6.55-inch AMOLED FHD+ display, and it runs on MIUI 12 based Android 11 OS. The Snapdragon 732G mobile platform drives the smartphone.

The rear camera setup of the Mi 11 Lite has a 64-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 5-megapixel macro camera. The smartphone is fitted with a 16-megapixel selfie camera.

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xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G

The Mi 11 Lite has a 4,520mh battery that supports 33W rapid charging. For security, it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The Chinese manufacturer will be launching the Mi Watch Revolve Active smartwatch alongside the Mi 11 Lite on June 22. With an additional SpO2 sensor, it is likely to arrive as an enhanced edition of the Mi Watch Revolve.

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Vivo V21e 5G product page goes live, pricing leaked

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Last week, Vivo India confirmed that the Vivo V21e 5G phone will be coming soon to India. Now the product page of the handset has gone live on Flipkart. After the Vivo V21 5G that debuted in April, it will be the second V21-series phone to land in India. It goes without saying that the V21e 5G will be priced lower than the more powerful V21 5G.

The microsite of the Vivo V21e 5G has revealed that it will be sporting a slim and trendy design. For capturing selfies, it will be equipped with a 32-megapixel front camera. The 5G-capable phone will come with other features like 8 GB of RAM, 3 GB of extended (virtual) RAM, and 44W rapid charging. The front view of the phone reveals that it has a waterdrop notch display and a noticeable chin.

Vivo V21e 5G specifications (Rumored)

Reports have revealed that the Vivo V21 5G has a 6.44-inch AMOLED panel that delivers FHD+ resolution. It has a 32-megapixel front camera, and its rear camera setup has a 64-megapixel primary lens along with an 8-megapixel ultrawide snapper.

The Dimensity 700 chip powers the device with 8 GB of RAM. It has 128 GB of internal storage and a microSD card slot. The phone runs on FunTouch OS 11.1 and Android 11 OS.

The V21e 5G is backed by a 4,000mAh battery that supports 44W rapid charging. For security, it has an in-screen fingerprint reader. The handset weighs 7.67mm and weighs 165 grams.

Vivo V21e 5G price in India (Rumored)

According to a tipster, the Vivo V21e 5G with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB  of storage will be priced at Rs 24,990 (~$337) in India. Currently, the Dimensity 800U powered V21 5G is available with a starting price of Rs 29,990 (~$404) in the country. The V21e 5G is expected to launch on June 24 in India.

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Vivo Y12A with Snapdragon 439, 5,000mAh and 13MP dual cameras battery launched

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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The affordable Vivo Y12A has been launched in Singapore and Thailand. It is a new addition to Vivo’s Y12 family that includes Vivo Y12, Vivo Y12i, Vivo Y12s, and Vivo Y12s 2021. The Y12A that has gone official in the above-mentioned markets appears to be a rebadged version of the Y12s 2021, which debuted in Vietnam last month.

Vivo Y12A specifications and features

The Vivo Y12A features a 6.51-inch IPS LCD screen with a teardrop notch, which delivers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. For snapping selfies, it has a front camera of 8-megapixel.

The rear panel of the device has a 13-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel auxiliary lens. The device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that carries support for 10W charging and 5W reverse charging. For security, the device features a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

Vivo Y12A
Vivo Y12A

The Snapdragon 439 chip and 3 GB of RAM power the device. For storage, it has a built-in storage of 32 GB and a microSD card slot. The other specs of the phone include dual SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, a microUSB port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Vivo Y12A pricing and availability

The Vivo Y12A is priced at 4,499 Baht (~$143) in Thailand, and it comes in two colors: green and blue.

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Lei Jun: There are still more than 2 million Xiaomi Mi 6 users

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Habeeb Onawole
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The Mi 6 was announced in 2017 and is one of Xiaomi’s most popular Mi flagship phones. Last year, there were rumors that Xiaomi had plans to relaunch the phone with newer internals and a revamped design but unfortunately, that never happened. Today, Lei Jun, the CEO of Xiaomi, revealed an interesting fact about the Mi 6.

The top executive took to Weibo to announce that there are 2.15 million current users of the Mi 6. That is a significant number of users for a phone that is more than 4 years old, most especially an Android one.

Xiaomi Mi 6 users

The Mi 6 launched with a 5.15-inch FHD LCD screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio. It had a Snapdragon 835 processor, up to 6GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of non-expandable storage. For its cameras, Xiaomi included two 12MP sensors – one served as the primary camera while the other was a telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom. The front-facing camera was an 8MP sensor.

Under its glass (or ceramic) back, the Mi 6 packed a 3350mAh battery capacity with support for 18W fast charging. It didn’t have an official IP rating but it had a water-repellent coating. Xiaomi also didn’t include an audio jack but it had stereo speakers. It also had an IR blaster and NFC.

The Mi 6 launched in April 2017 with Android 7.1 Nougat and its last Android update was to Android 9 Pie.

Do you still use/own a Mi 6? Do let us know in the comment box below.

 

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Samsung Galaxy M32’s full specifications and price range leaked

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Habeeb Onawole
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The Galaxy M32 is scheduled to launch on June 21 in India. The mid-range phone will be sold on Amazon and the promotional page has revealed some of its key specs. Now, a new leak has filled in the missing specs and also includes a price range.

We already know that the Galaxy M32 will have a 6.4-inch sAMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution. The screen has a 90Hz refresh rate and a waterdrop notch that houses the front-facing camera. Samsung has settled for Corning’s Gorilla Glass 5 for protection against scratches.

Indian leaker, Yogesh, revealed in a tweet that the phone will have an Helio G85 processor powering it. There will be up to 6GB of RAM available and up to 128GB of eMMC storage.

For its cameras, a 64MP main camera will be paired with an 8MP sensor (ultrawide) and two 2MP sensors. The camera is a downgrade considering its predecessor, the M31, has a 64MP + 8MP + 5MP + 5MP quad-camera setup. It also has a 32MP camera in front which has now been replaced by a 20MP sensor. While the front-facing camera might have better quality, we are pretty certain the 5MP depth and macro cameras of the M31 are better than the 2MP sensors they have been replaced with.

Users will be happy to know that the 6000mAh battery capacity from the Galaxy M31 has been carried over, though it still supports just 15W fast charging. With respect to price, the source says the device will start at under INR 15,000 (~$202). The Galaxy M32 should run Android 11 out of the box.

 

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Huawei MatePad T 10 Kids Edition launched in Indonesia

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Jed John Ikoba
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Chinese tech giant Huawei has launched a new tablet targeted at young children. The slate dubbed MatePad T 10 Kids Edition is a trimmed-down version of the MatePad T 10 which was launched a couple of months back in Japan. It equally shares the same processor with the MatePad T 10s.Huawei MatePad T 10 Kids Edition

The MatePad T 10 Kids Edition features a 9.7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1,280 x 800  pixels. The display also has a pixel density of 156 ppi. The tablet is powered by a Hisilicon Kirin 710A chipset paired with 2GB of RAM and there is 16GB and 32GB storage options with a microSD slot for expansion.

The exterior and internal software design of the MatePad T 10 Kids Edition confirms that the tablet is indeed designed and programmed for kids. For one, the tablet’s exterior is covered with a brightly-colored anti-shock case made using food-grade silicone. Thus, it won’t cause any toxicity if a child decides to chew the silicone. The case is also removable, leaving you with a sleek plastic body.

Another addition is a useful kickstand that will make it easy to keep the tablet erect while watching a video. The kickstand also doubles as a handle for the slate. There is also a stylus pen attached to the case. The tablet also features a single 5MP camera at the back which supports 1080p video recording. The front of the display houses a 2MP selfie camera. Huawei MatePad T 10 Kids Edition

Crammed under the hood is a decent 5100mAH battery that charges via a 5W charger but the phone uses a USB-C port. For safety reasons, the tablet can’t be used while it is charging. This would ensure that kids do not stay close to electrical outlets too often. For connectivity, the MatePad T 10 Kids Edition comes with support for Bluetooth 5.1, Wi-Fi 5, GPS, and LTE.

The slate runs EMUI 10.1 based on Android 10 but you’re surely not getting Google Mobile Services onboard this one. The tablet comes with several apps and features specifically designed for kids. There is a Kids Corner that provides different Time, Application, and Content Management features to keep the kids from accessing the wrong content. Huawei is also offering users a free 12-month subscription to Azoomee which offers a catalog of age-appropriate puzzles, games, and inspirational videos.Huawei MatePad T 10 Kids Edition

As for the price, the Huawei MatePad T 10 Kids Edition will retail for IDR 2,900,000 (~$200) in Indonesia. The tablet is already available for pre-order in the country. There is no word yet on when it will be available in other regions.

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Nothing ear (1) gets delayed but will still launch this summer

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Habeeb Onawole
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Nothing is the new electronics startup founded by Carl Pei, the former OnePlus co-founder who exited the company last year. Last month, it was announced that Nothing’s first product, a pair of earbuds dubbed the “ear (1)” will launch this month, but that will no longer be the case.

Carl Pei has taken to Twitter to announce that the ear (1) will no longer arrive this June as promised due to a few unfinished things. Due to this, the wireless earbuds will now arrive later this summer. There is no specific launch date but we expect it to be announced in late July or August.

Nothing Ear (1)

Considering this is the company’s first product, it is understandable why there may be hiccups. Even older companies postpone product announcements, so this should not be seen as a sign of trouble for Nothing. At least, we have not heard anything to indicate that.

Nothing Ear 1 True Wireless Earbud

It has been reported that the Nothing ear (1) will differ from most of the earbuds on the market right now. As seen in the image above, the earbuds have a long stem connected to the head by a thinner piece. That sure is an unusual design. Regardless, the earbuds will have to stand out in more ways than just from the way they look. They should also offer competitive features and value for money in a space as competitive as the earbuds market.

 

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Next Week in Tech: Mi 11 Lite and Mi Watch Revolve Active, Windows 11 is coming, Narzo 30 heads to India

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Habeeb Onawole
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Next week is an important one for Windows users as Microsoft has a major Windows-related announcement. Realme will also be bringing its Narzo 30 phones to India, while Xiaomi has a new smartwatch scheduled to launch. Here are the key announcements for the fourth week of June.

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Mi 11 Lite 4G and Mi Watch Revolve Active – June 22

Xiaomi has a launch event scheduled for June 22 in India. The tech giant plans to launch its upper mid-range phone, the Mi 11 Lite as well as a new smartwatch, the Mi Watch Revolve Active.

 

Realme Narzo 30 5G
Realme Narzo 30 5G

Realme Narzo 30 – June 24

Months after launching the Narzo 30A and the Narzo 30 Pro 5G, realme is ready to bring the Narzo 30 to India. The manufacturer has already confirmed that the phone will be available in 4G and 5G versions. Realme will also announce a 32-inch smart TV alongside the new phones.

 

Windows June 24 Event

Windows 11 – June 24

Microsoft will announce a new version of Windows on June 24. We already know it will be called Windows 11, thanks to a leaked version that is already available on the web.

 

Vivo V21e 5G leaked poster

Vivo V21e 5G – June 24

Vivo also has a launch scheduled for June 24 in India. The manufacturer plans to announce the Vivo V21e 5G, a mid-range 5G phone on that day. Vivo already sells a 4G version of the device powered by the Snapdragon 720G processor for a little over $400, so expect this to cost a bit more.

 

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Redmi Note 8 Pro, POCO F2 Pro get MIUI 12.5 update

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Xiaomi is rumored to announce MIUI 13 very soon. However, the company is yet to release MIUI 12.5 update for eligible devices. The latest smartphones to get the current latest MIUI versions are the popular Redmi Note 8 Pro and the POCO F2 Pro.

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Redmi Note 8 Pro

The Redmi Note 8 Pro was the first Redmi Note series smartphone to use a MediaTek chipset after a very long time. The device debuted with the then-new Helio G90T SoC. It was released with MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 Pie.

The handset received two MIUI updates (MIUI 11, MIUI 12) and was even promoted to Android 10. Now, Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 12.5 update along with Android 11. Unfortunately, the update is only live in China with build number V12.5.1.0.RGGCNXM. But it should hit the remaining regional variants soon.

The POCO F2 Pro, on the other hand, is a rebranded Redmi K30 Pro. The original phone received the MIUI 12.5 update in May. Hence, the POCO F2 Pro was expected to get it soon.

Right now, the POCO F2 Pro MIUI 12.5 update is only available for the EEA variant with build number V12.5.1.0.RJKEUXM. Anyway, the update should reach other regional variants in the coming weeks.

Unlike the above handset, this one launched with MIUI 11 based on Android 10. It was updated to MIUI 12 as well as Android 11 months after its release.

 

 

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Upcoming Xiaomi Mi CC series smartphone will focus on design and camera: Rumor

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Xiaomi is long rumored to launch the next-gen Mi CC series smartphone. But even after months, the company is yet to introduce the new device. Instead, we are still only hearing rumors. That said, a new word on the street finally sheds some light on the target audience of the upcoming Mi CC series phone.

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Xiaomi Mi CC9

According to DSP-Charles (blogger) on Weibo, the new Mi CC series handset will be a designer smartphone with an emphasis on camera performance. In other words, it will be similar to its predecessor.

Further, the blogger says that this device will compete against the likes of OPPO Reno6 Pro and vivo X60 Pro. Also, he adds that this phone will be a better Mi 11 Lite 5G.

On the other hand, Digital Chat Station suggests that the new Mi CC series handset bears model number K9D and it has received Chinese radio certification recently.  

Since the device has now begun to get certifications, we expect to learn more about it in the coming days. As always, Xiaomi itself should start teasing the smartphone as we reach closer to the release date.

What do you expect from the forthcoming Mi CC series phone? Do you think Xiaomi will launch it outside mainland China? Do let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.

 

 

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Samsung Galaxy Buddy, Galaxy Wide5, Galaxy F42 5G appear on Bluetooth SIG

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Three new upcoming Samsung budget 5G smartphones have been certified by Bluetooth SIG. The certification of these devices reveals them to be the same phone with different names. Let’s take a look at what handsets they are.

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Samsung Galaxy A22 5G

Earlier this month, Samsung announced the Galaxy A22 5G alongside the Galaxy A22 4G variant. The LTE model was recently certified by Bluetooth SIG as Galaxy F22. Now, a few days later, the 5G version has been listed by the same certification agency with three different names.

According to the updated Bluetooth certification (via SamMobile) of the Galaxy A22 5G, the device will be also launching as Galaxy Buddy (SM-A226L), Galaxy Wide5 (SM-E426S), and Galaxy F42 5G (SM-E426B).  Going by the names, the first two models should be exclusive to a specific carrier or region. 

For those unaware, just last month, Samsung launched a similarly named device called Galaxy Jump in South Korea. This phone is nothing but a rebranded Galaxy A32 5G in Red color. Hence, the Galaxy Buddy and the Galaxy Wide5 could sport a unique paint job instead of featuring regular Galaxy A22 5G colors.

Whereas, the Galaxy F42 5G could debut in markets like India where the Galaxy F series is exclusive to one of the two largest online retailers in the country – Flipkart.

Unfortunately, the launch dates of these three smartphones are a mystery. Anyway, we expect them to go official sooner than later.

 

 

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