Deal: Get TicWatch Pro (Refurbished) for $149.99 (Original Price $200)

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May 14, 2021

The Microsoft Surface Duo is available on sale again, and this time, the dual screened has received a price slash of about half. The device is the company’s first self branded Android handset and is now available for a price of 699 US Dollars.

For those unaware, the device was first launched around seven months ago and was priced at 1,400 US Dollars. But just within a month of its launch, the tech giant started offering the device on a 200 US Dollar discount. Now, the dual display smartphone is available for the lowest ever pricing on BuyDig (Via ArsTechnica). Talking about the Surface Duo, the device is an ultra thin Android handset with dual displays that are joined by a 360 degree hinge, which also allows for a single screen mode of operation.

The device was not well received in the market and did not bring in great reviews either. It was stated to have an awkward form factor, along with a buggy software, exorbitant pricing, and other issues. But despite this, the device was still one of the thinnest Android device with just 4.8mm thickness once its open that adds to its whole minimalistic look.

Under the hood, the Surface Duo is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC and two 5.6 inch display with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Even with a 50 percent off price tag, the device is still not highly recommendable, but this might be for smartphone enthusiasts that are looking for a newer experience.

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HONOR 50 series may support up to 100W fast charging

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May 14, 2021

The HONOR 50 series is expected to launch soon. Ahead of its release, the features of these phones have begun to pop on the internet. Their design as well as some specs leaked in the past few days. Now, these handsets have started receiving essential certifications as well.

HONOR 50 Series Render Featured 01 — HONOR 50 Series

According to popular leakster Digital Chat Station, two HONOR 5G smartphones have been certified by China’s 3C. As per the listings, these phones bear the model numbers NTH-AN00 and NRA-AN00 respectively.

Interestingly, the tipster does not call these devices the HONOR 50 series. But for some reason, other publications believe them to be HONOR 50 and HONOR 50 Pro respectively.

Anyway, the listings say that NTH-AN00 (possible HONOR 50) will ship with an HW-110600C00 66W charger. This is the same power adapter that comes bundled with the HONOR V40 series. In other words, the HONOR 50 will support 66W fast charging.

On the other hand, NRA-AN00 (possible HONOR 50 Pro) will come with an all-new HN-200500C00 100W charger. Hence, the HONOR 50 Pro could be the first smartphone from the brand to support 100W fast charging.

As per another tipster, the 100W charging on the HONOR 50 Pro could be based on Qualcomm Quick Charge 5. However, there’s no concrete proof for this claim.

That said, according to previous reports, the HONOR 50 series will sport two circular modules for rear cameras. The vanilla HONOR 50 is expected to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC, whereas the HONOR 50 Pro is said to powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC.

Last but not least, some alleged specs of mysterious HONOR 50 Pro+ have leaked too.

Meizu Watch render leak reveals Apple Watch-like design with curved display

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May 14, 2021

A new leak has just revealed the renders of the Meizu Watch. The new smart watch arrives with a curved display and a square dial, with its design resembling the Apple Watch.

The news arrives from an online post from known tipster @数码闲聊站 who also shared an image of renders of the Chinese smartphone maker’s smartwatch. Looking at the image shared on Weibo, a Chinese microblogging website, we can observe the design of the wearables from the front, the back, and even the side. The leakster also added that the smart watch would arrive with the Flyme operating system and will allow users to download and install third party applications and more.

The blogger further added that the device will also be capable of playing music, offer activity tracking, mobile payment services and ecen support an eSIM to allow for calls. Since it is current generation smartwatch, we can also expect features like blood oxygen monitoring, heartbeat tracking, and more. Unfortunately, the tipster refrained from revealing any specific information regarding the Meizu Watch or any of its internal specifications.

The post claims that this is the official renders of the Meizu Watch and is equipped with a square dial. On the right, we can observe that a single button is mounted on the side along with what appears to be a mic. From the front, the device heavily resembles the Apple Watch. There is not a lot of information to go on as of right now, so stay tuned for more updates.

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Apple rumored to announce 3rd Gen AirPods and HiFi Apple Music tier on May 18

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May 14, 2021

A new rumor has recently surfaced that claims that Apple is looking to launch the third generation of its AirPods along with a new high fidelity tier of Apple Music on 18th May 2021 through a press release of its official website.

According to a MacRumors report, the new rumor arrive from YouTuber Luke Miani that shared the news exclusively with AppleTrack. As per the YouTuber, the Cupertino based giant is planning on releasing the next generation AirPods through a Newsroom update along with a refresh to the site. Back in 2019, the iPhone maker had released the all new AirPods Pro in a similar manner through a press release on the website, although this is still an unconfirmed report so take it with a pinch of salt for now.

Talking about the new AirPods, these hearables are expected to feature an updated design that would be similar in design to the high end AirPods Pro but without the active noise cancellation. Alongside these new TWS earbuds, the company is expected to also announce a brand new tier to its music streaming service, dubbed the Apple Music HiFi. This version offers users high fidelity music. The rumor arrives after reports arrived earlier this week that it would be launching a high qualiy streaming service in the “coming weeks.”

The report adds that the new tier on the music streaming service that will cost 9.99 US Dollars. This pricing is the same as the individual package that the company offers at the moment. So, it is unclear how this new tier would fit in with its current schemes. Although, codes within the first beta of the upcoming iOS 14.6 update has suggested that the nwe HiFI streaming service will be limited to only compatible hardware. So stay tuned for more updates.

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TSMC seeking to raise investment on US Chip factories: Report

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May 14, 2021

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) is apparently seeking to raise its investment in the US for its planned chip factories. The is apparently aiming to further invest tens of billions of dollars into the US state of Arizona.

According to a Reuters report, the world’s largest chip maker is aiming on raising the invesment in the region as talks in Europe falters. As per sources close to the mater, the firm’s investment plans are being closely watched amid the global semiconductor shortage and its plans in the US and Europe to subsidize chip production. For those unaware, the company had announced last year that it would be investing 10 billion US Dollars to 12 billion US Dollars to build a chip factory in Phoenix, Arizona.

Earlier this month, it was also reported that the company’s chip factory would only be the first of six planned plants at the site. Furthermore, TSMC officials are reportedly debating if the next plants should be an advanced facility that will be produce 3nm based chipmaking process. The 3nm process is a more advanced and efficient than the 5nm technology that is currently used in the first factory. One of the sources stated that the more dvanced 3nm plant could cost anywhere between 23 billion to 25 billion US Dollars.

The new chip plants will also enable the company to rival other semiconductor giants like Intel and Samsung Electronics for subsidies from the US government. Recently, the US President Joe Biden announced a 50 billion US Dollars in fuding to grow the local semiconductor manufacturing industry.

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Redmi Note 8 (2021) could be in works; 120Hz display, 48MP quad cameras, and other specs appear

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May 14, 2021

Xaomi is speculated to be working on a Dimensity 900 powered Redmi Note 10 series phone for China. However, fresh developments reveal that it could be working on a phone called the Redmi Note 8 (2021) for select markets. Here is all the information that is known about the Redmi Note 8 (2021) smartphone.

A new Xiaomi phone with model number M1908C3JGG has appeared in the database of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification site. An IMEI database listing of the phone reveals that this device could be a new Redmi Note 8 series smartphone.

Yes, it is RN8 2021. Confirmed by one of Xiaomi pages. pic.twitter.com/n63UCrBVmw

— Kacper Skrzypek (@kacskrz) May 13, 2021

Xiaomi tipster Kacper Skrzypek who was first to sport the IMEI listing claimed that this phone may debut as the Redmi Note 8 (2021). He added that this moniker was found on one of the Xiaomi websites.

According to Twitter handle Xiaomiui, the Redmi Note 8 (2021) is codenamed as Biloba and it is planned for limited markets like global, EU, and Russia. Apart from the M1908C3JGG model number, it appears that the M1908C3J1 also belongs to the same phone.

Xiaomi claimed that the Redmi Note 8 (2021) has an IPS LCD screen that delivers a high refresh rate 120Hz. It has a waterdrop notch display, but its exact size is not known. The Helio G85 could be present under the helm of the device. It is expected to arrive with 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB / 128 GB of built-in storage, and a 4,000mAh battery with 22.5W fast charging support.

Redmi Note 8 2021 edition visits FCC certification. Will feature MIUI 12.5 out of the box and will have a 4,000mAh battery.#Xiaomi #Redmi #RedmiNote8 #RedmiNote82021 pic.twitter.com/hKEELvuO1a

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) May 14, 2021

There is no word on the front camera of the Redmi Note 8 (2021), but its rear camera setup may include a 48-megapixel main camera, an ultrawide lens, a depth sensor, and a tele-macro camera. The FCC listing has confirmed that it has a 4,000mA battery and it will offer MIUI 12.5 out-of-the-box experience.

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iQOO 7 Android 12 Beta registrations go live in China

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May 14, 2021

Chinese handset maker iQOO launched the iQOO 7 in China in January. The smartphone debuted with OriginOS based on Android 11. Four months after its release, the company has already started recruiting Android 12 beta testers.

A month after the announcement of iQOO 7, Google released the first Developer Preview for Android 12. The search giant is expected to announce the Android 12 Beta program at Google I/O 2021 next week. Ahead of that, iQOO has opened registrations for the iQOO 7 Android 12 Beta initiative in China.

In order to enroll in the program, users need to have an iQOO Community account, a QQ account, and will have to fill out a questionnaire. The registrations will run from May 13 to May 19, and the recruited users will be announced on May 20 itself.

According to iQOO, the selection process will be FCFS (First Come First Serve) basis. So even if users answer the questions correctly on the last day, they may have a low chance of getting selected. So it’s better to fill out the form ASAP (As Soon As Possible) if they really want to try out Android 12 on their iQOO 7 before anyone else.

Even users of imported iQOO 7 can register themselves for the Android 12 Beta program but they should have a Chinese phone number as it is mandatory.

Register For iQOO 7 Android 12 Beta Program

OnePlus Watch Cobalt Limited Edition launched for 1,599 Yuan ($250)

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May 14, 2021

The OnePlus Watch‘s new special edition was recently teased by the company. Now, the brand has officially announced the new Cobalt Limited Edition in China and has even announced the pricing as well.

For those unaware, the Chinese tech giant announced the smart watch back in March along with its flagship OnePlus 9 series of smartphones. Now, the wearable is available in two variants, namely the Classic Edition and the Cobalt Edition. The company had previously announced the launch date of this new color variant, and it is currently listed on the popular Chinese e-commerce website, JD.com for a price of 1,599 Yuan (roughly 250 US Dollars) and will be available for purchase starting from 17th May 2021.

This pricing is almost around 60 percent higher than the base Classic variant of the smart watch, which is priced at 999 Yuan (roughly 155 US Dollars) in China. Similar to the classic edition, the OnePlus Watch Cobalt Edition will also feature a 316L stainless steel but with a cobalt alloy frame as well. Another new addition includes a sapphire glass cover, which is surrounded by a circular dial that has a gold color finish. Similarly, the wearable will also be available with leather and fluoro rubber straps.

Interestingly, even the packaging retail box of the Cobalt edition arrives in a new luxury design. While there are aesthetical differences between the two variants, the specifications and internals of the device remains the same. The watch will still sport a 1.39 inch AMOLED displau with a 454x454px resolution. This is coupled with 1GB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage. It also offers the same bloog oxygen, sleep, and heart beat monitoring system along with activity trackers as well.

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Redmi Note 10 series for China may feature MediaTek Dimensity 900 SoC

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May 14, 2021

Xiaomi debuted the Redmi Note 10 series in March. But just like last year, these phones are not sold in China. That’s because the company’s home country will be getting different smartphones with 5G connectivity under the same names. Ahead of their launch, details regarding these handsets have started to pop up.

Redmi Note 10 Pro Max All Colors Featured 01 — Redmi Note 10 Pro (Max)

The Redmi Note 9 series for China includes three devices, namely Redmi Note 9 5G, Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G, and Redmi Note 9 4G. All three phones are also available in global markets with different names.

Similarly, this year, China’s Redmi Note 10 series is rumored to have the following devices.

Redmi Note 10 5G
Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G
Redmi Note 10 Pro+ 5G

The cheapest model in the lineup has already been certified by TENAA. According to the listing, it will be the same Redmi Note 10 5G that’s sold in global markets but with support for 22.5W fast charging instead of 18W.

Earlier today, a tipster on Weibo revealed that a smartphone in the Redmi Note 10 series for China will be powered by the newly announced MediaTek Dimensity 900 SoC. This handset could break cover as Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G since the Redmi Note 10 Pro+ 5G is rumored to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 1100 chipset.

Unfortunately, nothing else is known about these devices. But we do expect to learn more about them before their official release.

Battlegrounds Mobile India Pre-Registerations on Google Play Store opens on May 18

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May 14, 2021

Krafton, the video game developer behind the popular looter shooter PUBG, recently announced that it will be relaunching the mobile port of its game in India under the banner Battlegrounds Mobile India. The company has now also announced that the pre-registerations for the game begins in the region on 18th May 2021.

As per an official announcement earlier today (14th May 2021), Krafton announced that its MMO battle royale title will soon begin pre registerations in the country. For those interested, they can opt to register on the Google Play Store. Furthermore, Krafton is also offerings players exclusive rewards for its Indian users that will be available only through this pre-registeration.

These rewards would be specificly available to only Indian players. To register, one must navigate to BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA on the Google Play Store and click on the “Pre-Registeration” button. Doing so will automatically have the reward be given to the player, which can be claimed later on when the game is launched. For those unaware, Battlegrounds Mobile India is essentially a re release of the PUBG Mobile game that was banned last year.

While the previous entry was a port from Tencent Games, this version of the game arrives from Krafton and will also launch as a free to play game on smartphones. The South Korean studio has also placed an emphasis on user data protection and data privacy overall to ensure it complies with local laws.

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Samsung Galaxy A22 5G, Galaxy A22 4G renders leaked, key specs emerge

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May 14, 2021

Multiple reports have claimed that Samsung is working on 4G and 5G versions of the Galaxy A22. It is speculated that these A22 models will break cover in June. Ahead of the rumored launch, reliable tipster Ishan Agarwal has teamed up with 91mobiles to bring the renders of the Galaxy A22 5G and Galaxy A22 4G.

Galaxy A22 5G and Galaxy A22 4G renders

The renders of the Galaxy A22 5G shows that it will be available in four colors like white, black, purple, and green. Its front side features a waterdrop notch display with a noticeable chin. The rear-facing camera module has three cameras and an LED flash inside it.

The Galaxy A22 4G renders show that it has a U-shaped notch on the screen with a slightly thick chin. Its squarish camera module on the back houses four cameras. An LED flash can be seen below the camera module. The A22 4G is also expected to arrive in black, white, purple, and green colors. For security, these devices are equipped with a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

Galaxy A22 5G and Galaxy A22 4G specifications (Rumored)

The Galaxy A22 5G could be featuring a 6.4-inch FHD+ LCD display and it could be powered by the Dimensity 700. It may feature a 48-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera system. It weighs 205 grams and measures 9mm in thickness.

On the other side, the Galaxy A22 4G has a 6.4-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, Helio G80 chipset, and 48-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad-camera system, a 13-megapixel front camera. Both phones have a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging support. The A22 4G measures 8.5mm in thickness and weighs 185 grams.

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Oppo Find X3 Pro Mars Exploration Special Edition to launch on May 15

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May 14, 2021

Earlier today (14th May 2021), Oppo announced that it will be launching new limited variant of its flagship Find X3 Pro smartphone. This version is the Find X3 Pro Mars Exploration special edition that will be released tomorrow (15th May 2021).

The company shared this news on its official Weibo account, a Chinese microblogging website, and even shared a teaser image poster. This variant of the Find X3 Pro will arrive with a new color scheme, which will be distinct from its base color versions. Furthermore, the Find X3 Pro Mars Exploration special edition will arrive with 16GB of RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage.

Unfortuantely, finer details regarding this variant is currently unknown but it is expected to feature similar specifications to the high end variant of the Find X3 Pro. Notably, the new version is apparently designed by Oppo in collaboration with aerospace agencies as well. Under the hood, the device would probably feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor and will sport a 6.7 inches QHD+ AMOLED display.

Similarly, the device would likely also be powered by a large 4500 mAh battey pack that supports up to 65W wired fast charging and up to 30W wireless fast charging. The pricing of this variant is unknown but the device might sold at a premium, with the pricing being around 6,999 Yuan (roughly 1088 US Dollars). So stay tuned for more, as we will be covering its launch tomorrow.

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Vivo V2123A with Dimensity 900 chipset emerge on Geekbench

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May 14, 2021

MediaTek has recently announced the 6nm Dimensity 900 chipset. Recent reports have revealed that the upcoming OPPO phone with model number PEQM00 could be the first phone to feature the new MediaTek chip. Speculations are rife that the PEQM00 handset will debut as the OPPO Reno6 in China. A fresh report reveals that Vivo is also gearing up to launch a Dimensity 900 chipset powered handset. The reason behind it is a new Vivo phone with V2123A with the new SoC has paid visit to the Geekbench benchmarking platform (via).

The Geekbench listing shows that the Vivo V2123A is powered by a MediaTek chipset with an MT6877 model number. It can be said based on the model number that the phone is powered by the Dimensity 900 chip.

The SoC is coupled with 8 GB of RAM and the device boots to Android 11 OS. In the single-core test, it scored 3467 points and it recorded 8852 points in the multi-core test. The other details of the smartphone are not known yet.

The other specs of the Vivo V2123A smartphone. Vivo is reportedly working on the Vivo X70 series of smartphones. It remains to be seen whether the V2123A smartphone could be arriving in the market as the Vivo X70 or some other mid-range device. There is a possibility that it could be an iQOO branded device. Hence, it is advisable to wait for further reports to know the identity of the handset.

In related news, Vivo is also gearing to launch two new phones with model numbers V211A and V2102A in China. Both have received approval from China’s TENAA and 3C authorities. The V211A phone is expected to debut as the Vivo X60t Pro, whereas the V210A could be arriving as the Vivo Y76s 5G.

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Nokia 2720 V Flip announced for $80; features KaiOS and Google Assistant

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May 14, 2021

HMD Global, the company behind the new Nokia phones, has announced its new smartphone in the United States on Verizon’s 4G network — Nokia 2720 V Flip. As the name indicates, the phone comes with a clamshell flip design.

The company is calling it a “smart feature phone” and comes with a 1.3-inch outer display that displays caller ID as well as time, day, and date. The primary display on the phone is 2.8-inch with QVGA resolution and there’s a number and d-pad on the bottom part.

Underneath, the device is powered by the Qualcomm 205 chipset, coupled with 512MB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage. To make it a “smartphone,” the company opted to use KaiOS that supports the most popular apps like Youtube, WhatsApp, and Facebook among many others. There’s also a KaiStore, similar to the Play Store, for the users to download more applications on the device.

It supports 4G LTE connectivity that allows HD calls and watching videos. There’s also a feature that enables users to convert the phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot. It also comes with an emergency button and some other accessibility aspects.

The phone comes with support for Google Assistant for voice commands. It is powered by a 1,500mAh battery that is removable and charges over micro-USB. The company is promising a standby time of 26 days. The Nokia 2720 V Flip is priced at $80 and will be available through Verizon from 20th May.

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Huawei FreeBuds 4 TWS earphones to launch in China on May 19

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May 14, 2021

Chinese tech giant Huawei has today confirmed that the company will be launching its new true wireless earphones under the FreeBuds lineup in the market, named Huawei FreeBuds 4 at 02:30 PM local time in China on 19th May.

The poster shared by the company showcases that the upcoming earphones as well as its charging or carrying case look almost similar to its predecessor. The company has adopted the semi in-ear design for the earbuds instead of the full in-ear design.

Now, with this semi in-ear design of the Huawei FreeBuds 4, the noise cancellation feature’s performance remains to be seen. It will be interesting to see how the company has managed to offer this feature.

Its predecessor, the Huawei FreeBuds 3 launched in 2019, comes powered by the company’s own Kirin A1 chipset and supports noise cancellation. Given the company’s issues with the chipset business, it is not yet known if Huawei can use its own chip or chooses to use a different chip for the upcoming earphones.

The Huawei FreeBuds 4 TWS earphones will be made available in at least three color options — White, Gray, and Red. Ahead of the launch on 19th May, the earphones are already available for pre-sale on Huawei Mall.

At the 19th May launch event, Huawei is expected to announce several other products, including TVs, earphones, and smartwatches. It could also launch a high-end notebook and a new Mate-branded tablet, among others.

While the company has yet to officially announce the products that will be released on the launch event, we have recently covered a few devices that we expect to be announced on this date. This includes the new variant of the Huawei Children’s Watch 4X, which was leaked recently, along with the Huawei Body Fat Scale 3 Pro.

OPPO has also confirmed that it will be launching its new OPPO Enco TWS earphones in China on 20th May, the same day when Vivo is scheduled to launch its new Vivo TWS 2 true wireless earphones.

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ZTE Axon 30 Ultra global pricing revealed, pre-orders to begin later this month

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May 14, 2021

ZTE announced the ZTE Axon 30 Ultra earlier this month in China. The flagship phone is packed with top-notch specs like a big AMOLED display, the Snapdragon 888 mobile chipset, a 64-megapixel quad-camera, and a big battery with fast charging capabilities.

ZTE Axon 30 Ultra global pricing

The ZTE Axon 30 Ultra’s pre-orders will kick off on May 27 through ZTE’s official site. It will be available in two choices such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. Both are priced at $749 and $849, respectively.

Customers who pre-order the Axon 30 Ultra will get a free pair of ZTE LiveBuds, which costs $39. The sales of the smartphone will start on June 4.

ZTE Axon 30 Ultra specifications

The Axon 30 Ultra has a 6.67-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 144Hz refresh rate, and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The display of the phone is integrated with a fingerprint scanner and it is shielded by Gorilla Glass 5.

The Snapdragon 888 mobile platform powers the Axon 30 Ultra. In China, the phone ships with up to 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM. It offers users up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

On the front side of the Axon 30 Ultra is a 16-megapixel selfie camera. Its rear camera system has a 64-megapixel main camera, a 64-megapixel wide-angle lens, a 64-megapixel ultrawide shooter with a 120-degree FOV, and an 8-megapixel telephoto lens.

The handset has a 4,600mAh battery, which supports 66W rapid charging. The handset comes in multiple colors like black, white, blue, and light brown in China. However, it seems to be available only in black color in the global market at the moment.

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Honor Play5 teaser reveals 64MP quad-camera setup; launching on May 18

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May 14, 2021

Honor has already confirmed that the company will be launching its new smartphone named Honor Play5 in China on 18th May. Ahead of the official launch, the company has been teasing the phone’s features.

In the latest teaser, the company has confirmed that the smartphone will come with a quad-camera setup that features a 64-megapixel primary sensor. However, the company has not revealed more details about the camera configuration at this time.

As for the design, an earlier teaser image of the phone has revealed that the company will come with a water-drop notch. On the back, the device has two different finishes — Gradient and Laser, offering a vibrant and fashionable look. The company has also confirmed that the device measures 7.46mm in thickness.

Rumors indicate that the Honor Play5 smartphone will come with a 6.53-inch OLED display offering a Full HD+ screen resolution but the refresh rate remains unknown. It is also expected to come with an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Under the hood, the phone is said to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 800U chipset and comes packed with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Running on the Android 11 operating system with the company’s custom user interface, the phone will be powered by a 3,800mAh battery. The company has also confirmed that the device will have support for 66W fast charging technology.

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US bill seeking to ban TikTok on government devices scales through the first hurdle

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May 14, 2021

Donald Trump isn’t the president of the United States but TikTok’s battles are far from over. The US Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs has unanimously passed a bill that would restrict federal workers from downloading Chinese social networking and video-sharing app TikTok into US government devices. The bill is sponsored by Senator Josh Hawley, who released a press statement on Wednesday confirming the development. A search through the US Senate and Congress records shows that this is not the first time a bill of this nature would scale through the committee level.

There are rising concerns in the US that TikTok is growing rapidly in its popularity, especially among teens, amidst accusations that ByteDance, the app’s owner, is connected with the Chinese government. TikTok continues to insist that it has no relationship whatsoever with Beijing.

Senator Hawley insists TikTok is an immediate security threat to the US. He is also calling out his colleagues across the partisan divide to unify to give the bill full bipartisan support as the Senate continues to address Beijing’s covert data collection campaign using apps like TikTok.

In another development, the Italian data protection regulator has asked TikTok to strengthen measures to prevent underage users from accessing the app after TikTok removed up to half a million users under age 13 within the past three months. This followed closer regulatory scrutiny of the app in the aftermath of the death of a 10-year old girl who participated in a breath-holding challenge on the platform.

The regulatory body has directed the social networking platform to cancel any accounts linked to users under 13 years within 48 hours and prevent access to underage users. TikTok has also been mandated to launch communication initiatives that would clearly specify that the app is not open to children under the age of 13.

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OPPO Enco TWS earphones with ANC support to launch on May 20

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