Apple iPad Pro with M1 chips have an irreparable security flaw

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May 27, 2021

The propriety M1 Chip from Apple has already made its way to a number of the company’s products. This includes MacBooks, iMacs, iMac mini, and even the iPad Pro. Now, a new report has found that the iPad Pro with the company’s silicon has an irreparable security flaw.

According to developer Hector Martin (Via PhoneArena), the M1 based iPad Pro suffers from a vulnerability that exists on a hardware level of the M1. In other words, this is an issue that cannot be fixed through a simple software update. The Cupertino based giant has apparently violated an Arm architecture specification requirement as well. This means that there is no simple method of fixing the issue.

The developer further explained that the flaw basically allows two applications to covertly exchange data without using normal operating system features. While this is a vulnerability, it, fortunately, does not pose any serious security risks. Even in a worst case scenario this security risk would only enable advertisers for cross app tracking and can not be used by hackers to take control of one’s device or even steal sensitive information. Although, the flaw still violates the OS security model.

Furthermore, this issue affects every M1 device, which means it could even affect the iPhone 12 series as well since the A14 Bionic is based on the same CPU microarchitecture. The developer said that the only way of fixing this is to run the entire operating system as a virtual machine (VM). But that is not exactly a feasible repair to the issue. Hector believes that the flaw could even affect the next generation M1X chipset as well, but will be fixed in the following generation in the future.

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RedMagic 6R with 144Hz display, SD888, 55W charging, and 7.8mm chassis launched for 2,699 Yuan (~$423)

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 27, 2021

Nubia announced the RedMagic 6 and RedMagic 6 Pro gaming smartphones in March in China. The brand is back with another gaming phone called the RedMagic 6R. With a starting price of 2,699 Yuan (~$423), the RedMagic 6R offers top-notch specs like a 144Hz display, Snapdragon 888, up to 12 GB of RAM, and a decent battery with 55W fast charging, The handset is positioned lower than the RedMagic 6 smartphone.

RedMagic 6R specifications and features

The RedMagic 6R has a 6.67-inch AMOLED punch-hole panel that produces a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 20: 9 aspect ratio, a 144Hz refresh rate, a 360H touch sampling, peak brightness of 770nits, DCI-P3 color gamut, 10-bit colors, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

The Snapdragon 888 mobile platform drives the RedMagic 6R with 6 GB / 8 GB / 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM. For storage, the handset offers UFS 3.1 storage choices such as 128 GB and 256 GB. The RedMagic OS 4.0 based on Android 11 comes pre-installed on the RedMagic 6R.

It is backed by a 4,200mAh battery that supports 55W charging. In comparison, the RedMagic 6 has a 4,500mAh battery with 66W charging, whereas the 6 Pro (global) has a 5,050mAh battery with 120W charging support. The RedMagic 6R has a 3D cooling system for heat dissipation, which includes a graphene layer, a VC liquid cooling, a thermal gel, superconducting copper foil, and a metallic mid-frame.

For gamers, the RedMagic 6R features gaming trigger shoulder buttons that offer a response rate of as low as 8.3mms and a 400Hz touch sampling rate. Buyers who purchase the RedMagic 6R can take advantage of Tencent’s exclusive custom gaming package such as “Call of Duty”, “The End of the World, and Moon Knife”. and “Glory of the King.”

The RedMagic 6R has a front camera of 16-megapixel that supports portrait selfie mode and Full HD video recording. The rear camera system of the 6R comprises a Sony IMX682 64-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 5-megapixel macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth helper. It supports features NeoVision camera engine, like super night scene mode, portrait mode, timelapse slow-motion video recording, and 4K video recording.

The RedMagic 6R offers other features such as dual SIM support with 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, DTS:X Ultra sound support, single smart PA, and USB-C. The handset measures 163.04 x 75.34 x 7.8mm and weighs 186 grams. Hence, it is one of the thinnest and lightweight gaming smartphones available in the market.

Apart from announcing the standard RedMagic 6R, Nubia also unveiled the RedMagic 6R Buddha IP Limited Edition inspired by the Monkey King game. This one comes in a single version featuring 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of built-in storage. The other specs of the phone are the same as the standard 6R model.

RedMagic 6R pricing and availability

Here is the pricing of the different variants of the Red Magic 6R:

6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – 2,699 Yuan (~$423)
8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – 2,999 Yuan (~$470)
12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage – 3,299 Yuan (~$517)
12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage – 3,599 Yuan (~$565)
12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage (limited edition) – 3,999 Yuan

The Nubia RedMagic 6R comes in three colors such as Phantom Black, Stream Silver, and White. Its first sale will be carried out on June 1 in China.

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Design of Vivo’s upcoming first tablet leaks online

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May 27, 2021

Vivo, the Chinese smartphone brand, is reportedly working on the company’s first tablet device which could soon get launched in the market. While Vivo has not yet confirmed this, an image of the device’s design has surfaced online.

The image shows that the device will come with a full-screen display without any notches on top for the front-facing camera. However, there’s no front-facing camera visible on the device, which is highly unlikely. So, it remains to be seen where the camera will be placed.

As for the rear camera, it appears that there will be a dual-camera setup with an LED flash, all placed inside a rectangle-shaped camera module. There are volume rocket keys on the left and a power button on the right.

As noted above, when launched, this will be the first tablet from Vivo. It will become of the few Chinese smartphone makers to enter the tablet market, making it to the list of companies that include Huawei and Xioami.

It seems that Vivo is now focusing on more categories for new products and not just focus on the smartphone market, which has become highly competitive. It recently launched the Vivo TWS 2 earphones in China and now the company is gearing up to launch tablet.

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Ninebot launches the KickScooter F Series for the global market on Indiegogo

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 27, 2021

Xiaomi partner Segway-Ninebot has unveiled two new electric scooters under the KickScooter F- series. The Ninebot KickScooter F Series is a feature-rich yet cost-effective mobility tool and has an extended range of 25 miles, a top speed of 18.6 mph max, a foldable design, and a Bluetooth anti-theft security lock. The series is made up of the KickScooter F30 and KickScooter F40.

The F30 has a powerful battery of up to 10,200 mAh that offers a decent mileage on a full charge (17 miles for the F30 and 25 miles for the F40). The F30 can attain a top speed of15.5 mph, while the F40 can attain 18.6 mph. With up to 350W of power available the scooter can overcome some steep gradients easily.

The 10-inch pneumatic tires, with superior shock absorption, combine with the excellent design of the scooter to give you a smoother and more stable ride even on bumpy terrain. The polymer lining and wear-resistant thread on the F Series offer a comfortable and safe riding experience. The pneumatic tires are durable and solid all-round.

There are three riding modes that can be activated with two clicks on the LED dashboard. The three modes are Eco Mode, Standard Mode, and Sport Mode.

The F Series has a regenerative braking system that turns the scooter into a vehicle powered by electricity and recycled energy from riding. Energy will be collected from regenerative braking and distributed when the energy levels have been depleted.

You can also connect the Ninebot KickScooter F Series with the Segway-Ninebot app via Bluetooth to check your riding speed, energy usage, and battery usage. A cruise control option is also available at 5 mph.

You can also upgrade the scooter firmware over-the-air and monitor riding data, which enhances your overall riding experience.

The Ninebot KickScooter F30 is priced at $529 while the F40 will be sold for $629. The F-series scooters are presently up for backing on Indiegogo with shipping expected to commence in July 2021.

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Global Smartwatch shipments surge by 35% in Q1 2021: Report

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May 27, 2021

A new report has revealed that the global smartwatch market has seen notable growth of 35 percent year on year in the first quarter of this year. Apple led the market and even saw a whopping 50 percent growth year on year as well.

According to a Counterpoint Research report, the Cupertino based giant led the market thanks to the robust demand for its latest Series 6 models. The iPhone maker’s overall market share also rose by 3 percent. Meanwhile, Samsung shipments also rose by 27 percent year on year, with its Galaxy Watch 3 and Galaxy Watch Active series being in demand. However, the South Korean smartphone maker’s growth was below the overall market average and it even saw a slight decline in its market share.

Similarly, Huawei also saw a fall in its market share in this category, despite having a strong performance in the same period a year ago. The smartwatch shipments include basic smartwatches with low level proprietary OS, wearables for children, and even high end smartwatches as well. Senior Analyst Sujeong Lim said that “Apple was able to further solidify its leadership position in the market by widening the portfolio from Watch SE to Series 6 at the right time. This may drive Samsung to launch a mid-price-tier model to boost growth.”

Lim further added that “Huawei continued to face headwinds because of the declining smartwatch sales and how well Huawei watches are optimized for its smartphones. Will be interesting to see when Huawei launches its first watch based on HarmonyOS, as it hinted at the Huawei Analyst Summit last month. This should kickstart a new ecosystem for developers to build experiences for the wrist. But it will warrant a HarmonyOS phone as well for the complete experience. HONOR, spun off from Huawei, should open up new opportunities for players such as Google and Qualcomm.”

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OPPO F17, A73 Android 11-based ColorOS 11 Beta registrations go live

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 27, 2021

OPPO launched the OPPO F17 in India in September. This very same phone made its debut as OPPO A73 in some markets. The smartphone released with ColorOS 7.2 based on Android 10. Eight months after its initial launch, interested OPPO F17 / A73 users can finally taste ColorOS 11 (Android 11) on their handset.

The OPPO F17 Pro was one of the first smartphones to get the Android 11-based ColorOS 11 update. However, OPPO has opened beta registrations for its affordable sibling OPPO F17 aka OPPO A73 only now.

According to the official announcement posts on ColorOS Community, the beta update is currently only available in India, Thailand, and Malaysia. In order to enroll in the beta program, users need to be on firmware version A.37 or A.39.

If the phones of the interested users are running either of the two above-mentioned firmware versions, they can head over to Settings > Sofware Update > Gear Icon > Apply for Beta Version > Update Beta Version and follow the on-screen instructions to finish the registration.

The registrations are said to run until May 31 for OPPO F17. However, the last date for OPPO A73 is May 28.

Users who get selected will receive ColorOS 11 (Android 11) beta build as an OTA update. If their application gets rejected, they can try their luck for the next batch. Anyway, all users should get the stable update in the coming weeks.

Xiaomi profits and revenue reach record high in Q1 2021

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Sean

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May 27, 2021

Xiaomi recently announced its unaudited consolidated results for the first quarter of this year. This financial report had the company register record high profits and revenue in the period ending on March 31.

As per an official blog post, the Chinese tech giant announced that its expectations regarding adjusted net profit and its overall revenue had far exceeded market projections. The company’s total revenue for this period was 76.9 billion Yuan (roughly 12 billion US Dollars), which marked a rise of a sizeable 54.7 percent year on year. On the other hand, the brand also recorded an adjusted net profit of 6.1 billion Yuan (roughly 965 million US Dollars), with profits seeing a whopping 163.8 percent growth year on year.

The smartphone maker added that “The strong growth of smartphone shipments drove a continued expansion of our global user base. Our AIoT platform has continued to scale in tandem across the world. Besides the solid growth in our existing business lines, we are also continuing to explore new opportunities and broadening our business horizon. In March 2021, we unveiled our new branding identity and also announced our official foray into the smart electric vehicle business, setting the course for an exciting journey that will ensure a bright future for the company in the coming decade.”

During Q1 2021, the company shipped a total of 49.4 million units and the gross profit for its smartphone business was around 12.9 percent. Xiaomi even maintained the third position in the global smartphone market, in terms of shipments, achieving a market share of 14.1 percent. Meanwhile, in China, the brand came fourth and had a market share of 14.6 percent.

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OPPO Reno 6 series smartphones to reportedly launch in India in July

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May 27, 2021

Earlier this year, OPPO launched the Reno 5 Pro flagship smartphone with a focus on design and camera features. Now, the company is gearing up to launch its successor under the OPPO Reno 6 series.

The new flagship lineup from the brand — OPPO Reno 6 series has is ready to make its global debut in China today, i.e. on 27th May. Now, the lineup will be launched in the Indian market in the month of July, reports TechRadar India.

The report adds that the launch timeline is confirmed but there’s a possibility of last-minute change due to the lockdown and supply chain constraints. It’s likely that OPPO will launch three phones in the series — OPPO Reno 6, Reno 6 Pro, and Reno 6 Plus Pro.

It remains to be seen which of these phones will be made official in the Indian market. OPPO has not launched a high-end premium smartphone in recent times, the last such device being the OPPO Find X2.

The OPPO Reno6 Pro+ 5G is expected to come with a 6.55-inch AMOLED Full HD+ display with support for the in-display fingerprint sensor. It will feature a quad-camera setup on the back with a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary camera, a 16-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 13-megapixel telephoto camera, and a 2-megapixel macro camera.

On the front side, the device is expected to feature a 32-megapixel snapper and will be powered by a 4,500mAh battery with support for 65W fast charging. The Reno 6 is expected to pack Dimensity 900 SoC while the Pro variant will be powered by the Dimensity 1200 chipset.

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Meizu Watch to offer all-day performance by charging for few minutes

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 27, 2021

Meizu will be announcing the Meizu Watch will be launching on May 31 in China. Ahead of the launch, the Chinese manufacturer has confirmed some of its key specs and features. Today, the company confirmed that the battery and charging capabilities of the smartwatch.

According to Meizu, the Meizu Watch will deliver all-day performance by charging it for only 15 minutes. This indicates that a fully charged Meizu Watch would be able to last for several days. The Chinese manufacturer is yet to confirm the battery size of the smartwatch.

Usually, the charging base of most smartwatches comes with a wire attached, which makes it harder to carry. Meizu confirmed that the charging base of the Meizu Watch is separated from its charging wire. This means that users simply need to carry the charging cradle and connect any USB-C charge to it and charge the watch.

Meizu recently confirmed that the Snapdragon Wear 4100 chipset, the latest wearable chip from Qualcomm, will power the Meizu Watch. With support for e-SIM, it can work as a standalone device for making voice calls. The inclusion of e-SIM also means that it will carry support for LTE connectivity.

The appearance of the Meizu Watch seems to be inspired by the Apple Watch. It has a square-shaped display with curved edges and round corners. A recent rumor claimed that it will be running on Meizu’s Flyme OS for smartwatches, which will allow users to install third-party apps.

The Meizu Watch is expected to offer users health and fitness-focused features. It is unclear whether the wearable device is equipped with an NFC chip for making contactless payments. The Meizu Watch is now up for reservations through Meizu Mall and JD.com in China. At present, there is no word on the pricing of the device.

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Nokia C20 Plus spotted with more RAM at Geekbench

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 27, 2021

HMD Global is reportedly working on a new smartphone called the Nokia C20 Plus. This handset has paid a visit to the Geekbench benchmarking platform (via. My Smart Price) to reveal some of its key specs.

Last month, the Finnish firm had announced a slew of Nokia phones such as Nokia G10, Nokia G20, Nokia C10, and Nokia C20. The Nokia C20 Plus moniker suggests that it will be a better version of the C20. Coming to the Geekbench 5 listing of the Nokia C20 Plus reveals that the phone has 3 GB of RAM and runs on Android 11 OS.

The exact name of the chipset is not mentioned in the Geekbench listing. It just states that it has a Unisoc processor with four cores clocking at 1.20GHz and the other four cores running at 1.60GHz. The handset scored 126 and 476 in the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, respectively. It seems that the phone could be equipped with the Unisoc SC9863A chipset, which fuels the Nokia C20 handset.

Apart from featuring more RAM, the Nokia C20 Plus is also expected to come with a larger battery than the C20. A recent leak claimed that the C20 Plus will house a 5,000mAh battery, whereas the C20 has a 3,000Ah battery. It is also speculated that the Plus edition will have dual rear cameras. In comparison, the C20 has a single 5-megapixel rear camera.

Rumors have it that the Finnish brand is also working on a smartphone called the Nokia C30. So far, the rumor mill has revealed that it will come with a 6,000mAh battery, a dual-camera system, and a rear-facing fingerprint scanner. It is expected to be priced under €100.

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JD.com, Meituan, and Neolix receive permit to test autonomous vehicle deliveries in Beijing

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 27, 2021

Beijing Metropolitan authority has granted JD.com, Meituan, and Neolix to test their autonomous vehicle delivery system on some designated public roads within the Beijing suburbs. Specifically, the driverless delivery vans will run a pilot scheme within the Yizhuang Development Area. The announcement was made on Tuesday by the local authorities.

According to reports, the requisite 5G infrastructure needed for the rollout of driverless delivery service in the Yizhuang neighborhood is already in place. The three companies granted the permit have differing goals. While JD.com and Meituan seek these self-driving delivery vans to meet up demand from its core business concerns, Neolix is a young startup focused on retail, surveillance, and other city services. Neolix is backed by Li Auto, a budding electric vehicle manufacturer.

The new driverless delivery scheme is bound to impact positively on the operations of JD.com, as it may scale down the number of delivery staff needed for its activities in the target area. Meituan draws from a pool of riders to carry out restaurant deliveries, enhanced with the new driverless delivery system.

About 150 self-driving delivery vans would be deployed by Neolix by June, according to the company. It is still unclear the scale of deployment of the delivery robots by JD.com and Meituan, as both companies were yet to provide public information on their plans.

There are strict safety rules that must be met by each of the companies, including on-the-spot or remote safety drivers, to react to the fluid dynamics of these robots interfacing with pedestrians. Each company has developed the self-driving technology to an appreciable level for its deployment and hopes this pilot run will be highly successful. Each of the delivery vans is customized to interact with customers excellently.

Japan wants TSMC and Sony to build 20-nanometre chip production plant

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Jeet

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May 27, 2021

Japanese government wants Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd (TSMC), the world’s leading chip manufacturer, and Sony Group to build the country’s first 20-nanomemter chip plant.

The development, which was first reported by Nikkan Kogyo newspaper, indicates that the investment for building the 20nm chip plant in Japan would be around 1 trillion yen, which roughly converts to $9.2 billion.

If the companies agree to do this, then the factory would be built close to Sony’s image sensor plant in Southwest Japan. The details ceom from a proposal floated by Japan’s trade and industry ministry, says the report.

Sony CEO Kenichiro Yoshida said that “stable chip supplies are important for Japan to maintain its international competitiveness” but has not commented on this development of building a 20nm chip plant. A ministry spokesman said to Reuters that the report was not true but declined to elaborate.

Simlar to the United States, Japan is also looking for wats to boost semiconductor production in the country to ensure that its companies have easier access to critical components for making devices.

The issues come after the trade war between the United States and China, which resulted in concerns about majority of the chip production in the world is located in Taiwan. The global shortage of chips is also one of the contributing factors for expansion of facilities to other regions to ensure steady flow of critical components.

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Anker unveils its second-gen Nano II lineup of GaN chargers with ultra-fast charging capability

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 27, 2021

Anker has unveiled its lineup of second-generation Nano II ultra-fast gallium Nitride (GaN) chargers. The GaN chargers come in handy and offer greater power efficiency. The GaN Nano II offers up to 65W fast charging to compatible devices in an efficient manner. The lineup of Anker chargers, in terms of performance and affordability, compares well with similar chargers.

The GaN Nano II lineup is coming three years after the first set of GaN chargers. They are more efficient, smaller, and packs more power and speed in charging than their predecessors. Anker is deploying a more effective chip technology and internal layout than what was used in the earlier models.

The GaN Nano II lineup has three fast-charging variants through the USB Type-C port. The chargers were designed with the same form factor and options for 30W, 45W, and 65W charging. The chargers also have the Anker PowerIQ 3.0 technology for optimal and intelligent charging of any connected or compatible device.

The upgrades from the first-gen models are indeed on different fronts, including a 20% increase in working frequency. A common challenge of chargers is their heat dissipation capacity, and the GaN Nano II lineup is efficient in this regard. It generates less heat while in operation, thus enhancing the overall performance and durability of the charger.

All the chargers are quite versatile and can charge a long list of different devices from laptop to tab and other devices. They are also substantially smaller than their predecessors.

Anker’s 30W Nano II GaN charger is priced at $30, the 45W option costs $36, and the 65W model sells for $40. All the chargers are now available for preorder from Anker and Amazon US.

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First look at Honor’s 100W SuperCharge Power Adapter

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Habeeb Onawole

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May 26, 2021

A few weeks ago, an Honor phone with the model number “RNA-AN00” was certified by the agency in charge of issuing the China Compulsory Certificate. The certification page revealed that the device supports 100W fast charging. Now, an image of an Honor-branded charger with an output of 100W has surfaced on the web.

The image was posted on Weibo by the Chinese leaker, Digital Chat Station, and it shows the power adapter will come in white and have a full-sized USB port instead of a USB-C port as we have seen with a lot of high output chargers. Even the Baseus 100W GaN charger has a USB-C port. Nevertheless, the 100W Honor SuperCharge power adapter is portable and fits in the palm.

100W Honor SuperCharge — Image source: Weibo/Digital Chat Station

There are speculations that the charger is for the Honor RNA-AN00 which is believed to be the Honor 50 Pro. Since the device will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G processor, there is a chance that Honor is also making use of Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 5 technology.

Regardless of if this charger is bundled with the Honor 50 Pro, we can be sure that it will ship with an Honor phone in the near future, probably the Honor Magic 3 or the foldable Honor Magic planned for later this year.

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Meizu partners with MINI JCW for a limited edition Meizu 18

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Habeeb Onawole

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May 26, 2021

Last month, Meizu announced it has entered into a partnership with MINI JCW, the BMW-owned company that makes the MINI Cooper. Meizu will act as a brand partner for the car company for the 2021 Master Challenge Asia tournament. Now, it has announced a limited edition Meizu 18 themed after the competition.

The Meizu 18 Master Challenge Limited Edition as it is called comes in a special box that contains a light blue version of the phone, a custom case, and four original MINI Cooper car badges. This limited edition Meizu 18 is priced at ¥3899 (~$610) and is already available for purchase.

The Meizu 18 has a 6.2-inch Super AMOLED QHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a centered punch hole. There is a Snapdragon 888 processor powering it and it comes with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

There are three cameras on the back of the device – a 64MP main camera, an 8MP telephoto camera, and a 16MP ultrawide angle camera. The phone also has a 20MP front-facing camera, an in-display ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, and a 4000mAh battery with support for 36W fast wired charging.

The Meizu 18 Master Challenge Limited Edition is available for purchase on the Meizu Tmall official flagship store.

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Nubia Z30 Pro vs OnePlus 9 Pro vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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May 26, 2021

It is the moment of Pro and Ultra flagships. Several top-tier flagships made their debut in the last period and it is very hard to choose the best one, especially for those who are not experts in the smartphone world. ZTE came up with the Axon 30 Ultra and Nubia rebranded it into Nubia Z30 Pro: even though it is not exactly the same phone, it is the first rebrand of a top-tier flagship. But is it also the most interesting flagship out there? This comparison with the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro will hopefully help you to answer the question regarding its price range.

ZTE Nubia Z30 Pro vs OnePlus 9 Pro vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro

	ZTE Nubia Z30 Pro	OnePlus 9 Pro	Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	161.8 x 73 x 8.5 mm, 198 g	163.2 x 73.6 x 8.7 mm, 197 grams	164.3 x 74.6 x 8.5 mm, 208 grams
DISPLAY	6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED	6.7 inches, 1440 x 3216p (Quad HD+), LTPO Fluid2 AMOLED	6.81 inches, 1440 x 3200p (Quad HD+), AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, octa-core 2.84 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, octa-core 2.84 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, octa-core 2.84 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 16 GB RAM, 512 TB	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 11, nubia UI	Android 11, OxygenOS	Android 11, MIUI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA	Quad 64 + 64 + 8 + 64 MP, f/1.6 + f/1.9 + f/3.4 + f/2.2 16 MP front camera	Quad 48 + 8 + 50 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 16 MP f/2.4 front camera	Triple 50 + 8 + 5 MP, f/2.0 + f/2.4 20 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY	4200 mAh, fast charging 120W	4500 mAh, fast charging 65W and fast wireless charging 50W	5000 mAh, fast charging 67W, fast wireless charging 67W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G, IP68 waterproof	Dual SIM slot, 5G, reverse wireless charging

Design

Nubia Z30 Pro, OnePlus 9 Pro, and Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro all feature an amazing design with a glass back, an aluminum frame, and a curved display with very narrow bezels. Which one should you go for? It is mostly a matter of taste. Just consider that the OnePlus 9 Pro and Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro are waterproof with the IP68 certification and the latter also offers the latest Corning protection: Gorilla Glass Victus. Which one would you pick?

Display

Nubia Z30 Pro has the highest refresh rate with 144 Hz, but the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro come with better displays and they feature higher Quad HD+ resolutions. The OnePlus 9 Pro has the same panel as the OPPO Find X3 Pro with one billion colors, 10-bit color depth, and LTPO technology: it is definitely the most advanced one. The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro comes right after with its Quad HD+ AMOLED display and a 120 Hz refresh rate. All the phones feature an in-display fingerprint reader.

Hardware/Software

Nubia Z30 Pro, OnePlus 9 Pro, and Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro are powered by the Snapdragon 888 mobile platform and they offer a flagship-class level of performance. There is a phone which is slightly better than the other: the highest-end configuration of the Nubia Z30 Pro which packs 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage. OnePlus 9 Pro and Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro sport a max of 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. The three handsets come with Android 11 out of the box and highly customized user interfaces. The UI of the Oneplus 9 Pro changes depending on the market: it has ColorOS in China and OxygenOS in the rest of the world.

Camera

All of these devices are astonishing camera phones. The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro is the inferior one as it comes with less stunning sensors, but it is still a high-end camera phone. The battle is between the Hasselblad quad-camera of the Oneplus 9 Pro and the triple 64 MP camera + 8 MP periscope sensor of the Nubia Z30 Pro. The latter looks like the best one on the paper.

Battery

Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro has the biggest battery with a capacity of 5000 mAh and it provides the longest battery life on a single charge. Unfortunately, the Nubia Z30 Pro is the only one to lack wireless charging, but it supports faster wired charging with a power of 120W.

ZTE Nubia Z30 Pro vs OnePlus 9 Pro vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro: Price

Nubia Z30 Pro is priced at about €640/$780 in China, the OnePlus 9 Pro starts at $766/€629, and Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro begins at €725/$885. There is not a definitive winner of this comparison: the Nubia Z30 Pro has stunning cameras and faster charging (but lacks wireless charging), the OnePlus 9 Pro (my fave) comes with an amazing display, great cameras, and Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro has a bigger battery but inferior cameras. Which one would you choose?

Read More: ZTE Axon 30 Ultra vs Realme GT vs Xiaomi Mi 11X Pro: Specs Comparison

ZTE Nubia Z30 Pro vs OnePlus 9 Pro vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro: PRO and CONS

ZTE Nubia Z30 Pro

PROS

Periscope camera
144 Hz refresh rate
Faster charging
More compact

CONS

Smaller battery

OnePlus 9 Pro

PROS

IP68 waterproof
Quad HD+ display
Wireless charging
Great Hasselblad cameras

CONS

Price

Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro

PROS

IP68 waterproof
Bigger battery
Periscope camera
IR blaster
QHD+ display
Gorilla Glass Victus
Wireless charging

CONS

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Deal: Get Baseus 30000mAh power bank for $43

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May 26, 2021

Baseus 30000mAh Power Bank is now available at AliExpress for $42.99 after discount.

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Baseus 30000mAh Power Bank at $42.99 (after discount)@AliExpress

Baseus 30000mAh Power Bank features a 65W high-power quick charging function for laptops, computers, smartphones, etc. The power bank is compatible with various quick charging protocols like QC3.0, PD3.0, etc, and features two-way quick charging technology.

The 30000mAh battery features a beautiful LED display that shows you the remaining current and voltage in real-time. The power bank can also intelligently adjust the current, voltage, and power of multiple ports simultaneously thereby protecting your device from overheating and overcharge. The device also comes with 9 different safety features like protection from over-power, over-voltage, over-current, over-discharge, short circuit, etc.

You can now buy Baseus 30000mAh Power Bank for $42.99 only at AliExpress. Please note that this offer ends in the next 24 hours. So grab your discounted power bank asap.

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Deal: Get LED Mirror Alarm Clock for $18

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Daily Deals

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May 26, 2021

If you are in the market for a digital alarm clock check out this interesting LED Mirror Alarm Clock from Banggood. Generally retailing at $22 you can now buy this unique product for $18.66 only.

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LED Mirror Alarm Clock at $18.66 @Banggood

The digital alarm clock is not only a mirror display but also a radio that uses a high-performance radio module ranging from FM 76mhz to 108MHz. The radio also comes with automatic search and lock functions which can store an unlimited number of stations on this device. The LED mirror clock also features an HD projection with 180-degree rotation, which projects the time up to a distance of 5m. The mirror displays time, temperature, humidity, radio, and alarm settings and can also be used as a vanity mirror by simply switching off the brightness function.

This stylish and multifunctional digital clock not only gives you dual alarm and radio functions but also adds to the beauty of your bedroom or office space thanks to its shiny and sleek mirror.

The LED mirror alarm clock usually retails at $22. But for the next 6 days, Banggood is giving out this device for just $18.66. So go get your LED mirror clock before the deal expires.

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DIZO is the first brand under realme’s TechLife ecosystem

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Habeeb Onawole

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May 26, 2021

realme is expanding its TechLife ecosystem with new partners. Yesterday, it announced that its first partner is DIZO, an Indian-based brand that will also make products for the ecosystem.

According to the official DIZO website, it will launch products under the following categories – Smart Entertainment, Smart Home, Smart Care, and Accessories. realme, on the other hand, will provide Industrial Design, Supply Chain, and AIoT Experience.

First brand in @realmeTechLife ecosystem to stand out from the rest and #BeDifferent. Want to know how? Check out the link: https://t.co/bJ3bkVMBqS #DIZO #realmeTechLife pic.twitter.com/TME5IBqiLH

— DIZO (@DIZOTech) May 25, 2021

DIZO is yet to announce what its first product will be and when we should expect it. However, it has revealed that it will offer after-sales services in over 320 service centers across over 310 cities. Its after-sales service will be available in both English and Hindi languages.

realme’s TechLife Ecosystem product lineup is currently made up of smart bulbs, motion sensor lights, home security cameras, smart scale, and smart plugs. We want to believe products from its partner companies will include these and more. They will also work together, so users can control them from their phones.

DIZO is the first but we can expect to see more brands join the ecosystem in the near future.

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Xiaomi Mi 9 receives MIUI 12.5 update, Android 11 tags along

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 26, 2021

The Mi 9 was Xiaomi’s flagship smartphone for the first half of 2019. The smartphone debuted with MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 Pie. It was later updated to Android 10 and MIUI 11 in the same year. Then, in 2020, the device received MIUI 12 update as well. Now, the company has started rolling MIUI 12.5 update for the Mi 9 along with Android 11.

Xiaomi Mi 9 Ocean Blue Featured — Xiaomi Mi 9

Xiaomi has been seeding MIUI 12.5 update to eligible phones for the past few weeks. At the same time, the company has been also rolling out the Android 11 update for some devices.

Hence, the latest system update for Mi 9 not only brings MIUI 12.5 but also Android 11. This update is currently live in China with build number V12.5.3.0.RFACNXM and April 2021 security patches.

Like any other newly released public MIUI build, this one is currently in the Stable Beta phase. This means it is being rolled out in batches. Therefore, the update is only available for a select few users right now.

Anyway, the Android 11-based MIUI 12.5 update for Mi 9 should be seeded out to more users in China in the coming days. Similarly, international variants of this handset should also get this update in near future.