Lenovo details key features of the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021 and Xiaoxin Pad Plus

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May 22, 2021

Lenovo has a launch scheduled for May 25 where it plans to announce a couple of new tablets. Two of these tablets are the Xiaoxin Pad Plus and the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021, and ahead of their launch, Lenovo has revealed some of their key details.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021

The Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021 will have an 11.5-inch OLED display with a 2560 x 1600 resolution with a 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, HDR 10, and a 90Hz refresh rate. The screen is housed inside a CNC machined metal body that is 5.8mm thick at its thinnest point. The weight of the device is put at 485 grams and it appears it will only be available in a single variant.

Lenovo has confirmed that there is a Snapdragon 870 chipset inside the device with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. There is a MicroSD card slot for storage expansion and of course support for USB OTG, so you can plug in USB devices.

The Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021 also has four JBL speakers with a total power of up to 6W. It also supports Dolby Audio and has an intelligent audio mode. The published spec sheet also reveals the tablet has an 8600mAh battery, supports Quick Charge 3.0, and charges via USB-C. It has a fingerprint scanner that is buried under the power button and also supports face unlock, thanks to the dual front-facing cameras. There are also two cameras on the back of the device.

Lenovo will ship it with ZUI 12.5 based on Android 11 with software features that make learning easier for students. A list of optional official accessories will also be made available such as a stylus, a keyboard case, a case that allows it to be propped up in landscape or portrait mode, a screen protector that is available in plastic film and glass film variants, and a standard protective case.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Plus

The Xiaoxin Pad Plus also has an 11-inch display but not an LCD panel. The screen resolution is 2000 x 1200 and the brightness level is 400 nits. Lenovo also states that the display is TÜV Rheinland-certified and supports 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity. The display is housed in a body that is 7.9mm thick and the overall device weighs 520 grams.

There is a Snapdragon 750G processor inside and it draws juice from a 7700mAh battery with support for Quick Charge 3.0 over USB-C. It has OTG support and also has a MicroSD card slot. There is no fingerprint scanner on this model but the 8MP front-facing camera adds support for face unlock. On the back of the tablet is a 13MP sensor.

The Xiaoxin Pad Plus will ship with ZUI 12.5 based on Android 11 out of the box with the same educational software features available on the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021. It will also have the same array of optional accessories.

Both tablets will be announced on May 25 at 19:30 in China.

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Curved screen variant of the Vivo X60 reported to launch soon

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May 22, 2021

One of the differences between the Chinese Vivo X60 and Vivo X60 Pro is that the former has a flat display while the latter’s screen is curved. It has now been reported that Vivo plans to launch a curved screen variant of the Vivo X60.

The news comes from the trusted leaker, Digital Chat Station, and according to a post he made on the social media platform today, a curved screen version of the Vivo X60 will launch soon.

The leaker had actually revealed that there will be a curved screen version of the phone back in December before the phone was announced. In that leak, he mentioned that the curved variant will also have a smaller 4200mAh battery capacity. Save for these two differences, he said the two phones are practically the same and should have a similar price tag.

The Vivo X60 has a 6.56-inch 2376 x 1080 display with a centered punch hole and 120Hz refresh rate. There is an Exynos 1080 processor inside with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. There are three rear cameras – a 48MP camera with four-axis stabilization, a 13MP telephoto camera, and a 13MP ultrawide angle camera. For the front-facing camera, Vivo has put a 32MP sensor inside the hole in the display.

The phone also has an in-display fingerprint scanner, Face Unlock, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, and runs OriginOS based on Android 11. Its 4300mAh battery supports 33W fast wired charging.

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POCO M3 Pro vs OPPO A54 5G vs Realme 8 5G: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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May 22, 2021

Xiaomi announced the most affordable 5G phone in Europe: the POCO M3 Pro 5G. It packs impressive specifications if we consider its listing price. But is it the best cheap 5G phone you can currently get in the global market? We think there is no better way to realize it than comparing its specifications with the other most affordable 5G phones from the other brands. So this is a comparison between POCO M3 Pro 5G, OPPO A54 5G, and Realme 8 5G.

Xiaomi POCO M3 Pro 5G vs OPPO A54 5G vs Realme 8 5G

	Xiaomi POCO M3 Pro 5G	OPPO A54 5G	Realme 8 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	161.8 x 75.3 x 8.9 mm, 190 grams	162.9 x 74.7 x 8.4 mm, 190 grams	162.5 x 74.8 x 8.5 mm, 185 grams
DISPLAY	6.5 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), IPS LCD	6.5 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), LTPS IPS LCD	6.5 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	Mediatek Dimensity 700, octa-core 2.2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, octa-core 2 GHz	Mediatek Dimensity 700, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 4 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE	Android 11, MIUI	Android 11, ColorOS	Android 11, Realme UI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 48 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 8 MP f/2.0 front camera	Quad 48 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.7 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 16 MP f/2.0 front camera	Triple 48 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 16 MP f/2.1 front camera
BATTERY	5000 mAh, 18W fast charging	5000 mAh	5000 mAh, fast charging 18W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G

Design

The POCO M3 Pro 5G is the handset with the most original design in the trio, especially in the POCO Yellow color variant. But with the OPPO A54 5G, you actually get a thinner body. The Realme 8 5G is the most lightweight one. There is no real winner between these devices if we consider the design: it is mostly a matter of taste. All are made of polycarbonate, so you do not get premium materials. Even the dimensions are more or less the same. They all sport a side-mounted fingerprint reader.

Display

All of these phones come with LCD displays sporting a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a diagonal of 6.5 inches, and a 90 Hz refresh rate. But with the OPPO A54 5G you get a slightly better panel with the LTPS technology. Given that we are talking about average IPS displays, do not expect a huge image quality. But they are more than sufficient for every user. With the POCO M3 Pro 5G, you get a lower brightness, so while the OPPO A54 5G takes the crown, the second place goes to the Realme 8 5G.

Hardware/Software

On the paper, the MediaTek Dimensity 700 found on the POCO M3 Pro 5G and Realme 8 5G is a better processor if compared to the Snapdragon 480 5G found on the OPPO A54 5G. Further, with the OPPO A54 5G you get just 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of native storage. The best hardware setup is provided by the Realme 8 5G which sports up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of internal storage. But you should not underestimate the POCO M3 Pro 5G with its UFS 2.2 storage, despite it packs a max of 6 GB of RAM. All the phones run Android 11 out of the box with customized user interfaces.

Camera

The OPPO A54 5G has the most advanced cameras. It packs a quad camera including a 48 MP main sensor with a brighter f/1.7 focal aperture, an 8 MP ultrawide sensor, and a pair of 2 MP sensors for macros and depth calculation. Unfortunately, the POCO M3 Pro 5G and the Realme 8 5G lack an ultrawide camera. Further, they do not have a focal aperture as bright as the OPPO A54 5G. With the POCO M3 Pro 5G, you even get an inferior 8 MP front camera.

Battery

The POCO M3 Pro 5G, the OPPO A54 5G, and the Realme 8 5G come with the same battery capacity: 5000 mAh. But the POCO M3 Pro 5G and the Realme 8 5G should have a lower energy consumption due to the 7 nm production process of the Dimensity 700. Further, you should consider that OPPO A54 5G lacks fast charging, so it takes a bit more to charge its battery.

Xiaomi POCO M3 Pro 5G vs OPPO A54 5G vs Realme 8 5G: Price

POCO M3 Pro 5G’s prices start from €159/$194, OPPO A54 5G costs €269/$328, and Realme 8 5G is priced at €199/$242. While OPPO A54 5G is definitely a more convincing device, with the Realme 8 5G and the POCO M3 Pro 5G (which is the weakest one in terms of overall specs) you get a higher value for money.

Read More: Redmi Note 10 vs Note 10 Pro vs Note 10 Pro Max: Specs Comparison

Xiaomi POCO M3 Pro 5G vs OPPO A54 5G vs Realme 8 5G: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi POCO M3 Pro 5G

PROS

More affordable
UFS 2.2 internal storage
Fast charging
IR blaster

CONS

Inferior front camera

OPPO A54 5G

PROS

LTPS display
Thinner
Ultrawide camera
Best photo quality

CONS

Price
No fast charging

Realme 8 5G

PROS

Good quality price ratio
Best hardware
Fast charging

CONS

Nothing particular

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Alleged HONOR 50 live images leaked, comes in an elegant yellow variant

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Habeeb Onawole

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May 22, 2021

The HONOR 50 series is coming soon and it has been confirmed that the series will be powered by the Snapdragon 778G processor. Ahead of the launch date which is yet to be announced, alleged live photos of the phone have been posted on the internet.

The renders were shared on Weibo by @菊厂影业Fans and they show the phone in three color variants including a yellow one that has a bit of green. While none of the images show the front of the device, we get a good look at the rear which is curved and is home to an unusual camera design.

HONOR has dropped the rectangular camera housing of the HONOR 30 for a large pill-shaped one that holds two large circles. Inside the top circle is a single large camera sensor, this should be the primary camera; while the bottom one houses a periscope zoom lens and a third camera sensor. The area around the camera housing has a glistening finish that matches the color of the phone.

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The HONOR 50 will be available in Yellow, Blue, and Purple and we are glad the Honor branding on the back is much smaller than the humongous one that graced the back of its predecessor.

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OnePlus TV 40Y1 entire specs officially revealed ahead of May 24 launch

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 22, 2021

Last July, OnePlus launched its most affordable smart TVs to date in the form of the OnePlus TV Y series. Now, over 10 months later, the company is set to introduce a new model in this lineup next week. This television will be called OnePlus TV 40Y1.

OnePlus TV 40Y1 Featured 01 — OnePlus TV 40Y1

Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus has confirmed to launch the OnePlus TV 40Y1 in India on May 24 at 12 PM. According to the landing page on Flipkart (official online retailer for the TV) as well as Oneplus’ official website, the new television will be identical to the other two models in the OnePlus TV Y seres.

OnePlus TV 40Y1 Specifications and Features

The only differences between the already sold OnePlus TV 32Y1 / 43Y1 and the upcoming OnePlus TV 40Y1 will be size and availability. As the name suggests, the new television will feature a 40-inch panel and it will be sold on Flipkart, in addition to OnePlus’ official website. Whereas, the older models were initially exclusive to Amazon India but now, they are available on Flipkart as well.

Talking about specifications, the OnePlus TV 40Y1 will have an FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels) LED-backlit LCD panel like the OnePlus TV 43Y1. This display is said to come with a 93% DCI-P3 color gamut and a 93% screen-to-body ratio.

The television will be powered by an unknown 64-bit chipset coupled with 1GB RAM and 8GB internal storage. Further, the product will run outdated Android TV 9.0 Pie operating system with OxygenPlay content aggregation service. It will support all the leading streaming services, Google Chromecast, Google Assistant, and even Amazon Alexa.

On the connectivity front, the TV will only come with single-band WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0. However, it will have all the essential ports like 2 x HDMI, 2 x USB, RF, optical digital audio port, 3-in-1 AV composite, and Ethernet.

Last but not least, the television will sport 2 x 10W (20W) speakers with support for Dolby Audio and ship with a voice-enabled OnePlus TV remote control (RC-002B).

OnePlus TV 40Y1 Expected Price

The OenPlus TV32Y1 and the Oneplus TV43Y1 currently retail for ₹15,999 and ₹26,999 in India. Hence, the OnePlus TV 40Y1 could be priced around ₹19,999-₹22,999 in the country.

Clubhouse for Android (beta) finally available globally on Google Play Store

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 22, 2021

Popular audio sharing, invitation-only social platform Clubhouse has now successfully rolled out the beta version of the popular app to Android users globally. This comes on the heels of a similar rollout to Android users in the US last week. After the release of the Clubhouse Android beta in the US, the company had hinted at a speedy rollout to other English-speaking countries and other parts of the world. Users in Brazil, Japan, and Russia were given the opportunity this week to access the app and provide feedback on its performance and overall expectations.

The Clubhouse app was at inception, only available on iOS devices, where it had gained prominence even in countries with strict regulatory controls. It has also suffered bans in some countries. However, the company continues to reinvent itself to remain relevant in the space amidst stiff competition from other apps which have cropped up after Clubhouse.

The app is now available for download from the Google Play Store. However, it is still in beta stage meaning you might still a few glitches here and there but on the whole, this is a good development. Unfortunately, a new user will need an invitation from already registered users to sign up for the app.

Since the release of the beta version last week, there had been three updates of the app, indicating robust feedback from the testing community. There will also be some additional features on the app when the full version is released. The market for Android is growing rapidly, and a successful unveiling of the Clubhouse for Android could mark further expansion of the app, possibly eclipsing the number of iOS users over time.

Google Play remains the most popular app store for smartphones. Earlier this week, Google had revealed at the 2021 Google I/O event that there are over 3 billion active Android devices that access the Play Store. This is more than three times the figure for iOS at just over a billion active devices.

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China accuses ByteDance, LinkedIn, Microsoft & others of improperly collecting user data

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 22, 2021

In a move targeted at several popular mobile applications, China’s internet regulatory watchdog, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), has named several companies for being involved in the unauthorized collection and use of personal data of users of these applications. Some of the popular applications mentioned were TikTok, LinkedIn, Kuaishou, Microsoft’s Bing, and Kugou.

In a statement posted on its official WeChat account, the regulator said that it received complaints from users that prompted it to launch an investigation into the data collection activities of several apps. The CAC noted that 105 apps were, after the investigation, found to have violated extant privacy laws by collecting excessive personal information through illegal access. According to the CAC statement, the owners of the 105 apps are required to remedy the observed breaches within 15 days.

The Chinese internet watchdog says it will continue to scrutinize mobile applications for possible breaches regularly. The CAC approach comes on the heels of the recent new regulations that provide stricter monitoring and controls for the public’s overall safety. The crux of the new rules is that app providers are held accountable for collecting excessive user data unrelated to the app’s core services and forcing users to give uninformed consent to how their data are used. These regulations cover a wide range of mobile applications of different hues.

China continues to strengthen its laws and regulations to be responsive to the evolving technological space. Some major brands like Alibaba and Tencent have been fined heavily for observed breaches of the rules governing their operations and anti-monopoly laws. These new moves by the CAC will help shore up consumer confidence in the system and ensure mobile applications do not take undue advantage of users.

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Xiaomi Mi Power Bank Boost Pro 30000mAh is now on sale in India after a successful crowdfunding campaign

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 22, 2021

In late March, Xiaomi crowdfunded the Mi Power Bank Boost Pro 30000mAh in India. Now, almost two months later, this battery pack is up for open sale in the country. It can be purchased from either Mi.com, Flipkart, Mi Home stores, or partner offline retailers for ₹2,299 ($32).

When Xiaomi crowdfunded the Mi Power Bank Boost Pro 30000mAh in India, it had a modest goal of only 5,000 units. The crowdfunding ran for 15 days. During this period, 6393 people funded the project and 6178 people supported it.

The battery pack was only priced at ₹1,999 ($28) for the supporters. As promised, the company even shipped the product to those who funded it from May 15. More than a week later, the power bank can be now bought by anyone for its original price – ₹2,299 ($32).

The Xiaomi Mi Power Bank Boost Pro 30000mAh is a rebranded Mi Power Bank 3 30000mAh. Hence, it has the exact same set of specifications and design.

The battery capacity has a capacity of 30,000mAh and it can output current at a maximum rate of 18W. However, it supports 24W input to recharge it a bit faster. The product supports USB PD (Power Delivery) 3.0 and it is compatible with almost all devices. It even has a low charging mode for accessories.

Talking about ports, it features 2 x USB Type-A (output only), 1 x MicroUSB (input only), and 1 x USB Type-C (input & output). Like any other battery pack, it comes with a smart chip for 16-layer protection.

Last but not least, the Xiaomi Mi Power Bank Boost Pro 30000mAh comes in a single Black color option, measures 154.5 x 72.3 x 38.9mm in dimensions, and weighs 640g.

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G appears on Wi-Fi Alliance website, likely a rebadged Galaxy M42 5G

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 22, 2021

Samsung could be very close to unveiling another budget smartphone with 5G support, the Galaxy F42 5G. This much is known after the model appeared on the Wi-Fi Alliance website. The listing shows that the model is in its final stages of development and could be launched soon, in the absence of any last-minute hurdle.

The website listing reveals the Galaxy F42 5G will arrive with support for Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac and has the model number SM-E426B/DS. The smartphone will also run on Android 11 with the OneUI 3.0 overlay.

Apart from these details, not much is revealed by the Wi-Fi Alliance website listing about Samsung’s Galaxy F42 5G. However, it is believed that the Galaxy F42 5G is a rebadged Galaxy M42 5G. The Galaxy F series has been a rebranded version of the Galaxy M series for several cycles now. The Galaxy F52 5G was launched a couple of days back there are already rumors that the Galaxy M52 5G is already in the works with the same specs lineup. The tradition may continue, at least for the Galaxy F42 5G. If indeed, we have a rebranded M42 5G in the Galaxy F42 5G, we expect some decent improvements, while its basic functionalities may remain.

As per its specifications, the Galaxy F42 5G is expected to be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 750 chipset paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. The chipset has 5G support, and the smartphone is expected to pack a 5,000mAh battery. In addition, the quad rear camera setup includes a 48MP primary camera, while a 20MP front camera is also present. Not much can be said about the nature of the 6.6-inch display, but improvements could be done to provide a better screen output.

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Super Deal: Get Walking Pad A1 Pro for $479 (Original price $600)

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May 22, 2021

Walking Pad A1 Pro which generally retails for $600 is now available at a heavily discounted price of $479 only at AliExpress.

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Walking Pad A1 Pro at $479 (after discount)@AliExpress

Walking Pad A1 Pro

Key Features:

Winner of IF Design Award 2019 and RedDot Design Award 2019
Brushless motor
Noise 65db
Max capacity – 105kg
Durable Impacts- 12000
Body- One Piece Black painting, Ink and Sand Blasting coating, IML process
Folding Design- 180 degree foldable, 2 moving rollers, 0.44m2 floor space
Light – transmitting LED Display Panel
Adaptive Speed Adjustment – Change Speed According to position
Manual and Automatic modes
Separate Remote Control with Lanyard for ease of use.
Smart KS Fit APP
Multiple Safety Protection – Speed Limit, Child Lock, Automatic Standby, Overload Protection
Optional Safety Handrail- Purchased separately

Generally retailing for $600, you can now buy Walking Pad A1 Pro for a heavily discounted price of $479 only. Please note that this price is applicable only to the orders made from Spain and France warehouses. This deal is only on the walking pad. The handrail must be purchased separately. With additional New User coupons and free delivery, this deal is simply value for money. So place your order asap, before the deal expires.

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Deal: Get Super Mini USB 3.0 HDMI Capture Card for $10 (Original Price $15)

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May 22, 2021

Banggood is giving a fantastic deal on Super Mini USB 3.0 Capture Card. The Capture card which generally retails for $15 is now available at a discounted price of $9.99 only.

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Super Mini USB 3.0 HDMI Capture Card at $9.99 @Banggood

Super Mini USB 3.0 HD, 1080p Capture Card

Key Features:

Suitable for HD acquisition, teaching, recording, medical imagery, gaming, etc.
Works with Camcorder, DV, PS3/4, Computer, Tv Box, SmartPhone, etc.
Compatible with streaming platforms like YouTube, Facebook Live, Meerkat, Twitch, etc.
Supports Windows, Android, and Mac.
Supports most acquisition software like VLC, Amcap, OBS, etc.
Can Capture both HDMI video and audio at the same time.
Can transmit video and audio signals to computers and smartphones for preview and storage.
Maximum Input Resolution 4K / 30Hz
Maximum Output Resolution 1080p / 60hZ
Supoorts 8 / 10 / 12 Bit color depth.
Conform to USB video UVC specifications.
Conform to USB audio UAC specifications.
Small and portable, without external power supply.

Generally, you can buy a Super Mini USB 3.0 Capture Card for $15. But as a limited-time offer, Banggood is giving out this capture card for a discounted price of $9.99 only. Please note that this deal will end on June 2, 2021. So place your order asap.

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realme was the fastest-growing smartphone brand in China in Q1 2021, sales increased by 451% YoY

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 22, 2021

The China Smartphone Market is undergoing changes ever since HUAWEI was banned by the US. At first, the telecom giant’s market share grew due to increased patriotism. However, with no access to crucial suppliers, the company’s share began to drop gradually. Additionally, in order to survive, it had to sell its sub-brand HONOR. Now, the market is helmed by OPPO and vivo but the fastest-growing brand is none other than realme.

According to Counterpoint Research, the China Smartphone Market grew 5% in Q1 2021. However, despite that, the sales of current leading smartphones grew double-digit QoQ due to the fall of HUAWEI and HONOR.

Above all, realme, which only ranked 7th, was the fastest-growing brand in the first quarter of 2021. The company’s sales incremented by a whopping 451% YoY and 82% QoQ.

Senior Analyst Yang Wang of Counterpoint says that realme’s success lies in its effective marketing strategy. The brand’s products are targeted at budget-conscious Gen Z customers, who prefer premium features for social media, photography, and gaming. A better understanding of its customers helped realme to become the fastest brand to hit 50 million shipments last year.

As per Counterpoint, realme’s best-selling phones in China in the last 12 months were its Q2, V3, V5, and V15 series of devices. These handsets are priced between $150 and $250. Due to the success of these as well as similar 5G-ready smartphones, the ASP of the China Smartphone Market could drop below $200 or even $150 in the coming quarters.

Mr. Wang notes that mid and budget segments will be a ‘key battleground’ in the next few quarters. Since realme already sells plenty of devices in this price segment ($100-$500), it has a competitive edge.

As far as top players are concerned, offline-centric OPPO and vivo are battling to claim the crown. Whereas. Online-centric Xiaomi ranks third. Lastly, the performance of all the brands in the rest of 2021 will depend on their supply chain management as the global semiconductor shortage continues to worsen.

Realme Narzo 30 5G launching next week in Europe, Realme GT 5G to arrive in June

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 22, 2021

Realme is gearing up to launch the Narzo and GT series of smartphones in Europe. The upcoming Narzo 30 5G debuting next week will be the first Narzo branded phone to land in European markets. In addition, the Realme GT 5G flagship will go official in the coming month in Europe.

In March, Realme had confirmed that there are 4G and 5G versions of the Narzo 30. However, the Narzo 30, which was recently announced debuted in Malaysia is a 4G phone. There is no word on the specifications of the Realme Narzo 30 5G. All that is known about this device is that it will be available exclusively through AliExpress from May 25.

The Snapdragon 888 powered Realme GT 5G was made official in China in March. So far, it has not launched in any markets outside China. Now, Realme has confirmed that the device will be making its debut in the European markets in June.

The Realme GT 5G will be also available for purchase through AliExpress. The GT line also includes the Realme GT Neo and the Realme GT Neo Flash Edition, which is likely to debut on May 24 in China. It is unclear whether any of these will be also announced in Europe alongside the GT 5G flagship.

Coming back to the Realme GT 5G, the handset offers a 6.43-inch S-AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display, up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 4,500mAh battery with 65W fast charging. It has a 16-megapixel front camera and a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera system. At present, there is no word on the pricing of the Realme GT 5G and Narzo 30 5G for the European markets.

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Redmi Note 8 2021’s front design revealed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 22, 2021

Recently, Xiaomi confirmed that it will be soon announcing a new smartphone called the Redmi Note 8 2021. It will be introduced to celebrate the 25 million+ global sales of the Redmi Note 8 smartphone, which was announced back in 2019. The Chinese firm has now released a new tweet to reveal the front design of the Note 8 2021.

The tweet reveals that the Redmi Note 8 2021 has a waterdrop notch display on the front. The original Redmi Note 8 flaunted the same display design. The company is yet to reveal the rear appearance of the Note 8 2021. It remains to be seen whether it continues to sport the same rear design as its original version.

Meet the #RedmiNote8 2021!#ThePerformanceAllStar is coming soon. pic.twitter.com/5fXuWr60Cl

— Xiaomi (@Xiaomi) May 21, 2021

It is unclear whether Xiaomi will be announcing the Redmi Note 8 2021 in May or June. However, what appears to be certain is that the company will continue to release more teasers to reveal its other features.

Recent reports have revealed that the Redmi Note 8 2021 that has a model number of M1908C3JGG has already passed Bluetooth SIG and FCC certifications. These certifications revealed that it will come with features like Bluetooth 5.2, MIUI 12.5, and a 4,000mAh battery.

Rumors surrounding it have claimed that it has an LCD panel that carries support for FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Helio G85 SoC by MediaTek is expected to fuel the smartphone with 4 GB of RAM. The handset could be available in storage options like 64 GB and 128 GB.

The Note 8 2021 is likely to sport 48-megapixel quad rear cameras. The big battery of the phone could be coupled with 22.5W rapid charging. Only a few markets are expected to receive the Note 8 2021, and India does not seem to be one of them.

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Tecno Spark 7 Pro to launch on May 25 in India

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May 22, 2021

Last month, Tecno announced the Tecno Spark 7 Pro smartphone for global markets. The Chinese brand has now confirmed that it will be announcing the Spark 7 Pro in India on May 25. Like the Spark 7, the Spark 7 Pro will be available for purchase through Amazon India.

Tecno Spark 7 Pro specifications and features

The Tecno Spark 7 Pro features a punch-hole display of 6.6 inches. The LCD screen supports a 90Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ resolution. It has a front camera of 8-megapixel for snapping selfies.

The back panel of the Spark 7 Pro has a vertical camera system, which comprises of a 48-megapixel primary snapper, a depth assist lens, and an AI sensor. The phone ships with Android 11 OS, which is overlaid with HiOS 7.5. The Spark 7 Pro is powered by the Helio G80 chipset and up to 6 GB of RAM. The phone offers users up to 128 GB of native storage and a microSD card slot.

It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery that comes with 10W charging support. A fingerprint scanner is available on the rear shell of the device. The connectivity features that are available on the device include dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, microUSB, and a 3.5mm audio jack. It comes in colors like Alps Blue, Spruce Green, and Magnet Black.

The Tecno Spark 7 Pro will be positioned higher than the Tecno Spark 7 that was announced last month in India. Its 2 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 3 GB RAM + 64 GB storage variants are priced at Rs 6,999 ($100) and Rs 7,999 (~$110), respectively. Probably, the upcoming Pro may carry a starting price of Rs 8,999 (~$123) in the country.

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Realme Watch 2 vs Realme Watch: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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May 21, 2021

Realme recently released the second generation of its square-shaped smartwatch, which belongs to the first smartwatch series by the brand. We are talking about Realme Watch 2, which comes with several improvements compared to the previous version. A few days ago, a Pro variant came up as well, but the vanilla version comes with a similar price tag to the previous generation. That is the reason why we decided to make a comparison between Realme Watch and Watch 2. Should you opt for the older model in order to save some money or the improvements of the new version are worth the money asked? This comparison will hopefully clear your ideas in regards.

Realme Watch vs Realme Watch 2

	Realme Watch	Realme Watch 2
DISPLAY	1.4 inches color, IPS LCD, 320 x 320 pixels	1.4 inches color, IPS LCD, 320 x 320 pixels
WATER RESISTANCE	IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5 m)	IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5 m)
NOTIFICATIONS SUPPORT	Yes	Yes
NFC	No	No
BATTERY LIFE	160 mAh	315 mAh
CHARGING PORT	Custom	Custom
COLORS	Black	Black
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	SpO2 sensor, HR sensor	SpO2 sensor, HR sensor
NUMBER OF SPORT MODES	14	90

Design and display

The Realme Watch and the Realme Watch 2 have similar designs but not identical. The second generation has narrower bezels around the display without that big Realme logo under the panel, so it looks definitely more beautiful. The disadvantage of the original Realme Watch is its thick bezels which are very noticeable in the dark when you get fewer deep blacks compared with daylight. Both the smartwatches are waterproof with the IP68 certification, but they are not suitable to swim as they are not swimming proof. They are also dust resistant.

Despite they are waterproof, they do not come with a premium build quality as they are made of plastic. The Realme Watch 2 is a bit heavier than the original Realme Watch because it packs a bigger battery. The displays are similar: in each case, you get an IPS panel with a resolution of 320 x 320 pixels and a diagonal of 1.4 inches. But with the Realme Watch 2, you get a higher brightness: up to 600 nits against just 380 nits (peak). The square-shaped display makes the usability better if compared to round smartwatches, but naturally, due to this solution, they do not look like a traditional watch.

Software and features

The Realme Watch and the Realme Watch 2 have the same proprietary operating system which packs a lot of features. But with the second generation, you get a lot more sports modes. With the Realme Watch 2, you can track 90 sports modes up from the original Watch’s 14. It also supports sleep tracking smarts, a SpO2 monitor, and a heart-rate monitor, but you can find these features on the previous generation as well.

The smart watches offer music and camera controls, as well as a notification support feature, but you can not use the watch to reply to messages on messaging apps. The watches are able to automatically recognize if the user is walking or running and can be used to control smart home appliances and gadgets compatible with Realme’s app such as Realme Buds Air, air purifier, smart lights, speakers, smart TV, and more.

The devices are able to connect to the smartphone through the Realme Link app with Bluetooth 5.0. With the app, you can sync complete data gathered from the watch and look at them through very detailed stats and graphs. You can also adjust the settings of the devices through the app. Among the other software features, you get meditation, find my phone, phone unlock, reminders, weather, alarms with vibration, call reject, and more.

Battery

The battery is one of the main advantages of the Realme Watch 2 if compared to the original Realme Watch. It has a bigger capacity: 315 mAh vs 160 mAh. Realme doubled the battery capacity while keeping the weight similar and reducing the overall dimensions of the wearable. Thanks to its 315 mAh, the Realme Watch 2 is able to last up to 12 days on a single charge, which is a great battery life for a device with an IPS color display. With the Realme Watch, you get a battery with a 160 mAh capacity which lasts from 7 to 9 days on a single charge (20 days with power saving mode).

Price

The Realme Watch 2 just launched in the Malaysian market with a starting price tag of 299 Malaysian ringgit, which roughly translates into $56. Unfortunately, the smartwatch is still not available in the global market, so we can not tell you its global price for now. With a bit of luck, you can actually find the original Realme Watch with a price tag of about $49 in the global market, including Europe.

The Realme Watch 2 offers more sports modes, a better design, and a bigger battery which provides a way longer battery life. And, given that the price difference is not big, the Realme Watch 2 is definitely a better purchase than its predecessor. If you need more features for activity tracking, then you can opt for the Realme Watch 2 Pro which offers GPS support. The Watch 2 Pro will be available in Malaysia starting from May 29 with a $70 price tag.

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Realme Watch vs Realme Watch 2: PRO and CONS

Realme Watch

PROS

Global availability
Affordable street prices
SpO2 sensor

CONS

Smaller battery
Fewer sport modes

Realme Watch 2

PROS

Better design
More sport modes
Longer battery life
SpO2 sensor

CONS

Limited availability

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Deal: Get IMILAB EC2 Security Camera Global Version for $70

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Daily Deals

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May 21, 2021

Banggood is giving an amazing deal on IMILAB EC2 Global version Security Camera. The Camera that generally retails for $100 is now available at a discounted price of $69.99 only at Banggood.

WHERE TO BUY

IMILAB EC2 Global version Security Camera at $69.99 @Banggood

IMILAB EC2 Security Camera Global Version

Key Features:

Cordless design
AI Scanning – Increases accuracy
IP66- Water Proof
1080p HD Camera
Passive IR detection
Night Vision
AES128 Encryption
Battery Life- 4 months on a single charge
Free Lifetime Cloud Storage
Cannot work without a gateway
1 gateway supports 4 cameras
Quick and easy installation

Generally retailing for $100, you can now buy IMILAB EC2 Global version Security Camera for $69.99 only at Banggood. Please note that this price includes only the camera and not the gateway.

The deal is applicable to cameras ordered from the CZ warehouse only. However, you can buy the camera with the gateway for an additional price from China, Hong Kong, and ES warehouses. This is a limited-time offer. So place your order asap.

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

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Doogee S97 Pro coming soon with a professional Laser Rangefinder

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Simranpal Singh

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May 21, 2021

Doogee is well-known for innovative rugged phones and since April 2021, the company has been teasing its new product – S97 Pro, the world’s first smartphone with a laser rangefinder feature. It’s commendable that the company literally succeeded in keeping the product under wrap so far indeed.

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But now, thanks to a banner on Doogee’s official website we get to know the existence of laser rangefinder and how it seemingly appears in the real world. You might be thinking what’s the real-world application of laser rangefinder? Even we had a similar thought initially, but you’ll come to know its uses later in this post.

However, a huge round of applause to Doogee for being creative and thinking out-of-the-box to bring a new feature such as a laser rangefinder on a smartphone.

Doogee S97 Pro – Nifty in many situations

The advantage of having a laser rangefinder inside your smartphone is beyond words. There are infinite situations that you’ll find nifty. For instance, if you’re a person indulged in sports such as Golf, Archery, Hunting and so on that require precision distance measurement, the laser rangefinder ought to save you a lot of time. The usability of Laser rangefinders even extends to military purposes.

Right now, Doogee hasn’t revealed the exact launch date, let alone the price and its specifications. The company has been so tight-lipped with this info. Highly likely, we believe the launch to be someday in June.

However, for those who are already thrilled and excited about the device, Doogee has set up a free giveaway campaign. The campaign promises free S97 Pro for 10 lucky users who participate in the contest. If interested, you may visit the giveaway page here to try your luck. Not only that AliExpress does have set up a dedicated page for S97 Pro ahead of its launch.

That being said, do hit the comments to pen down your thoughts on a laser rangefinder on the smartphone.

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OnePlus 8, 8 Pro, 8T get Bitmoji AOD and May 2021 security patches via OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 10/5

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 21, 2021

Oneplus is rolling out a new public beta update for the OnePlus 8 series and 8T. For OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro, the update arrives as OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 10. Whereas, for OnePlus 8T, this very same update is called OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 5.

The latest public beta update for the 2020 OnePlus flagship smartphones bumps up the security patch level to May 2021. Most importantly, it adds support for Bitmoji AOD. After installing the updates, users will have to download the Bitmoji app, log in to their account, and set Bitmoji AOD from Settings > Customization > Clock on ambient display > Bitmoji.

Further, like any other OxygenOS update, this one also brings tons of fixes and improvements. Some of these fixes are for audio recording issue with headphones, details page of Contact not displaying, calling content not displaying, occasional WiFi connection failure, and more.

Lastly, the update comes with improvements for audio experience and connection stability with OnePlus Buds/OnePlus Watch, video preview clarity under 4K 60FPS mode, text display of the Setup Wizard, and loading speed of the Privacy Policy page.

OnePlus 8, 8 Pro / 8T OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 10 / 5 Official Changelog

System
- Improved the loading speed of the Privacy Policy page
- Improved the text display of the Setup Wizard
- Fixed the small probability issue where recording audio with headphones may not work as expected
- Fixed the abnormal display issue with the Setting‘s title when the Freeform Windows is enabled
- Fixed the small probability issue where the status bar displays two SIM cards’ mobile data icons at the same time
- Fixed the small probability issue that some covers of third-party music apps still display as lock screen even the music notification is removed
- Updated Android security patch to 2021.05
Ambient display
- Newly added Bitmoji AOD, co-designed by Snapchat & Bitmoji, which will liven up the ambient display with your personal Bitmoji avatar. Your avatar will update throughout the day based on the condition of date, time, weather and the music listening. ( Path: Settings – Customization – Clock on ambient display – Bitmoji )
Phone
- Improved the audio experience when the phone is connected with OnePlus watch and OnePlus buds
- Fixed the issue that the call recording list is not updated in time after the system is upgraded
- Fixed the small probability issue that the details page of Contact is not displayed
- Fixed the issue that the calling content is not displayed
Camera
- Improved the video preview clarity under 4K 60FPS mode
Bluetooth
- Improved the connection stability with OnePlus Buds
Network
- Fixed the small probability issue that the non-default data SIM card in gaming mode can’t get access to 4G network
- Fixed the issue that the nearby Wi-Fi network cannot be switched intelligently
- Fixed the occasional failure to connect to Wi-Fi network

This update is currently rolling to users who are already on the previous OxygenOS Open Beta build. On the other hand, users on the ‘Stable’ channel can install this update by downloading the appropriate file from the OnePlus Software Upgrade page.

OnePlus tipped to launch a Dimensity 1200-powered phone soon, likely the Nord 2 or Nord CE 5G

By

Jed John Ikoba

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May 21, 2021

OnePlus may be launching a new premium high-end smartphone shortly. There are speculations that the device could launch around mid-June as the OnePlus Nord 2 or the OnePlus Nord CE 5G. A standout specification the model is rumored to pack is the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset as well as a high display refresh rate.

Noted tipster Digital Chat Station has now confirmed that OnePlus is working on a smartphone with the Dimensity 1200 chipset. According to Indian tipster Mukul Sharma, the OnePlus Nord 2 or CE may be the Dimensity 1200 model and could possibly be launched next month.

OnePlus Dimensity 1200 phone coming up too.
Nord 2 or CE?
Mid-June anyway 🙃#OnePlus #OnePlusNord2 #OnePlusNordCE pic.twitter.com/4E5x9OPW2j

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) May 20, 2021

The company is yet to provide details of its rollout plans for the year. Certainly, we’ll see some of these leaked models make their way into the market as the year progresses. But there have been some speculations about the Nord 2 as far a a few months back. It was earlier reported that the Nord 2 will be powered by a Dimensity 1200 SoC, with the launch date put at the second quarter of 2021.

OnePlus launched the Nord in India in July last year packing a mid-range Snapdragon 765G chipset. The more powerful Dimensity 1200 chipset will offer greater depth for the series and is viewed as a superb upgrade.

As a reminder, the OnePlus Nord features a 6.44-inch AMOLED dsplay with a 90Hz refresh rate. The premium mid-range model packs a 48MP quad camera setup and a 4,115mAh battery with Warp Charge 30W fast charging. While we can’t be certain about the leaked details of the upcoming model, we expect OnePlus to release the Nord’s successor with an impressive array of specs.

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