vivo Y76s and vivo Y53L spotted on multiple databases ahead of launch

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May 8, 2021

Chinese handset maker vivo is known for selling devices at various price segments. The brand’s vivo Y series is the most affordable lineup of the lot. Though these smartphones don’t offer a better price to performance ratio when compared to phones from Xiaomi and realme, they are still popular in the offline markets. According to multiple agencies, vivo Y76s and vivo Y53L could be the next devices in the series.

Two new vivo Y series budget smartphones called vivo Y76s and vivo Y53L have been spotted on online databases. The two handsets have been found listed on IMEI and CEIR databases.

For those unaware, CEIR (Central Equipment Identity Register) is developed by India’s DoT (Department of Telecommunications) to track and find lost mobiles. Hence, we can expect these phones to debut in India.

According to these listings, the vivo V76S will bear the model number V2111A. Further, CEIR reveals these handsets to be limited to 4G connectivity.

Additionally, the vivo Y76s (V2111A) has been certified by China’s 3C certification bureau as well. According to that, this smartphone will support 18W fast charging and the charger will be bundled in the box, at least in China.

Unfortunately, nothing else is known about these phones other than the above-mentioned details. But we expect to learn more about them before their launch sometime in the near future.

Galaxy A52 5G support page goes live on Samsung India website

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 8, 2021

Earlier this week, we reported that Samsung has started developing firmware for the Indian variant of the Galaxy A52 5G. Now. within a few days, the official support page for this smartphone goes live on the Samsung India website.

Samsung Galaxy A52 Awesome Blue Featured — Samsung Galaxy A52 / A52 5G

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A52 5G for India will bear the model number SM-A526B/DS. Going by the model number, just like any other Samsung smartphone sold in the country, this one will also come with dual-SIM functionality.

As far as specs are concerned, we expect it to be similar to the variants sold in other markets. Hence, it will feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G SoC and a 120Hz display instead of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G chipset and a 90Hz display on the regular Galaxy A52.

Apart from these two differences, the Galaxy A52 5G coming to India will be Galaxy A52 inside out. Talking about the price, we expect Samsung to price it between the Galaxy A52 4G variant and the Galaxy A72.

In other words, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G should be around ₹30,000 in India. At that price, it will be competing with the budget flagship smartphones like the Xiaomi Mi 11X and iQOO 7. Another notable competitor will be the selfie-centric vivo V21 5G.

Unfortunately, the launch date of this handset in India is still a mystery.

Deal: Get Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G from Giztop for $199

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May 8, 2021

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G is now available at Giztop for $199 only.

WHERE TO BUY

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G at $199 @Giztop

The 6.53 inch FHD+ Punch-hole Dot display smartphone is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 800U SoC processor and comes in multiple storage variants viz: 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB.

The smartphone features 48MP+8MP+2MP rear cameras and a 13MP selfie camera. This means great Instagram shots and videos and a better presence on social media. The phone is fueled by a massive 5000mAh battery and supports 18W fast charging.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G is available in Green, Purple, and Gray colors and can be shipped across the globe. The smartphone is available at $199 only at Giztop. Please note that this is a Chinese Edition smartphone but comes with full Google Mobile Service and Google Play store installed, and supports OTA updates.

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Redmi Note 10S landing page appears on Amazon India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 8, 2021

Xiaomi will be announcing the Redmi Note 10S smartphone in India on May 13. The company will also be unleashing the Redmi Watch smartwatch alongside it. Ahead of the launch, the product page of the Redmi Note 10S has gone live on Amazon India. At the same time, the handset has also appeared on Google Play Console with key specs.

Apart from Xiaomi India’s online and offline platforms, the Redmi Note 10S will be available through Amazon India. The features mentioned on the Amazon listing states that the Redmi Note 10S has an IP53 rated chassis, an S-AMOLED display with Gorilla Glass protection, smoother haptics, dual stereo speakers with Hi-Res Audio support, a 5,000mAh battery with an in-box 33W charger, Helio G95 chipset, and a 64-megapixel quad-camera system.

Redmi Note 10S Featured 02 — Redmi Note 10S

The specifications of the Redmi Note 10S are not secret, since it has already launched in global markets. The Indian variant of the phone, which has a model number M2101K7BI has appeared in the database of Google Play Console with key specs.

The listing shows that the Redmi Note 10S supports HD+ resolution, 6 GB of RAM, and Android 11 OS. Recent reports have claimed that it will ship with MIUI 12.5 preinstalled.

A report that appeared last month claimed that India will be receiving the Redmi Note 10S in three options such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. The handset is expected to arrive in multiple colors such as white, grey, and blue. At present, there is no word on the pricing of the Redmi Note 10S. The specs of the phone suggest that it will be slotted between the Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro in the Indian market.

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Sharp AQUOS R6 renders appear ahead of May 10 launch date

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 8, 2021

Sharp is not a known smartphone brand in many markets, but it is certainly popular in Japan. Fresh information shared by a camera leaker reveals that the Japanese manufacturer is gearing up to launch the Sharp AQUOS R6 phone on May 10 in the home market. The official renders shared by the leaker reveals that Sharp has teamed up with Leica to offer optimized camera performance.

As can be seen in the renders shared by @nokishtia_c, the AQUOS R6 has a curved edge display with a centrally aligned selfie camera cutout. The backside of the phone has a chunky camera module, which seems to house two cameras. The official renders show that the AQUOS R6 has a thick device.

5月10日に発表されるシャープ「AQUOS R6」のカメラはライカ共同開発になる？ #噂 pic.twitter.com/ZsDu93ENLg

— 軒下デジカメ情報局 (@nokishita_c) May 7, 2021

At present, there is no information available on the camera specs of the AQUOS R6. Since 2016, Huawei has been launching flagship phones with Lecia-engineered cameras. Huawei is expected to announce the Huawei P50 series of flagship phones in June. Now that Leica has reportedly partnered with Sharp, it remains to be seen whether it will continue its collaboration with Huawei.

The AQUOS R6 is expected to arrive as a successor to the AQUOS R5G phone, which debuted last year. The AQUOS R5G has a 6.5-inch IGZO display that offers a Quad HD+ resolution of 1440 x 3168 pixels and supports Dolby Vision and U-NEXT HDR output. The Snapdragon 865 chipset powers the AQUOS R5G with 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256 GB of UFS 3.0 storage.

The AQUOS R5G has a front camera of 16.4mgeapixel and its rear camera setup has a 12-megapixel main camera with OIS support, a 12.2-megapixel telephoto lens with OIS support, a 48-megapixel super-wide lens, and a ToF sensor. The device houses a 3,730mAh battery and it sports an IP68 rated dustproof and water-resistant chassis.

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OPPO PEQM00 phone with new Dimensity MT6877 chip could be in works

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 8, 2021

UPDATE: Another source has revealed that the device will come with 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a 4,400mAh battery.

Original story continues…

While there is no official confirmation yet, the OPPO Reno6 series is expected to launch on May 22. It is believed that the PEPM00 and PENM00 OPPO phones that have recently appeared in the database of the TENAA regulatory body could be the Reno6 series. Fresh information reveals that there is another phone with model number PEQM00 in the works. This handset is expected to arrive with a brand new Dimensity chip.

According to a well-known Chinese tipster, the mysterious OPPO phone will feature a 6.43-inch OLED display with a punch-hole at the upper-left corner. The screen will support a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate.

For selfies, it will feature a 32-megapixel front-facing camera. The back panel of the phone will have an OmniVision OV64B main camera. However, it is unclear whether the phone features a quad or triple camera system.

What is unique about this phone is that it has a new MT6877 Dimensity chip by MediaTek. At present, there is no information available on the specifications of the MT677 SoC. It is speculated that the model number of this mysterious phone is PEQM00. This model is yet to appear on any of the certification platforms of China. Readers are advised to digest the leak related to PEQM00 with a grain of salt and wait for newer information to confirm its existence.

In related news, OPPO has recently launched the OPPO K9 5G phone in China. Priced at 1,999 Yuan (~$311), the handset brings features like a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with a 90Hz refresh rate support, an in-display fingerprint scanner, Snapdragon 768G chipset, 8 GB of RAM, 128 GB / 256 GB of storage, ColorOS 11.1 based Android 11 OS, and 4,300mAh battery with 65W rapid charging support. It has a front camera of 32-megapixel and a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel rear-facing triple camera system.

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Deal: Get XKJ 4K HD Mini Drone for $36.17

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May 8, 2021

XKJ Mini Drone is now available on AliExpress for $36.17 only.

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XKJ Mini Drone at $36.17 @AliExpress

XKJ Mini Drone is a simple and easy to handle mini drone with a 4K HD camera. The drone is designed in such a way, that it is can be controlled and operated by even amateur flyers.

KEY FEATURES:

4K HD camera
360-degree free rolling
Foldable body
VR 3D Experience
One Key – Auto Return and Landing
Orbital flight
Live photo and video transmission
Hand Gesture mode
Beauty Filter
APP control

XKJ Mini Drone generally retails for $40. But for a limited period, AliExpress is giving out this device for $36.17 only. Please note that this price is only for the 4K variant with the box.

You can get different variants with add-on accessories for an additional cost from AliExpress. So be sure to check out the product variant before you place the order.

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OPPO K9 5G vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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May 7, 2021

OPPO K9 5G and Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G are the most powerful midrange phone released in 2021 with Qualcomm chipsets. Indeed, they feature the best processors from the Snapdragon 700 series. That is why they are among the best options for those who need high performances at an affordable price, alongside the 5G connectivity. But which one is the best and which offers the highest value for money? We hope to give you the answer with this specs comparison between OPPO K9 5G and Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G.

OPPO K9 5G vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G

	OPPO K9 5G	Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	159.1 x 73.4 x 7.9 mm, 172 g	160.5 x 75.7 x 6.8 mm, 159 g
DISPLAY	6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED	6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 768G 5G, octa-core 2.8 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 780G, octa-core 2.4 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE	Android 11, ColorOS	Android 11, MIUI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 64 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.7 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.4 front camera	Triple 64 + 8 + 5 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 20 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY	4300 mAh, fast charging 65W	4250 mAh, fast charging 33W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G

Design

The OPPO K9 5G has a more compact design and this is an important added value for those who want a device that is easy to use with one hand and to keep in a pocket. But the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G is thinner and lighter; further, it has a glass back. These things make the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G slightly more attractive, alongside the Gorilla Glass 6 protection and the IP53 certification which makes it splash resistant and dust resistant. That is why Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G wins the aesthetic comparison.

Display

On the paper, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G has a superior display. We are talking about an AMOLED panel that is able to show up to one billion colors and it also features the HDR10+ certification allowing for better image quality on streaming platforms. With the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G, you also get a higher brightness: it has a 500 nit typical brightness and a peak brightness up to 800 nits. Unfortunately, despite coming with an AMOLED panel, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G does not feature an in-display fingerprint scanner, while the OPPO K9 5G does.

Specs & Software

If you need the best hardware department, then you should go for the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G without thinking twice. It has a more powerful Snapdragon 780G, while the OPPO K9 5G is fueled by the Snapdragon 768G which is actually an upgrade of the Snapdragon 765G. Further, with the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G you get faster UFS 2.2 native storage. Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G runs MIUI 12 based on Android 11, while OPPO K9 5G runs ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11.

Camera

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G and the OPPO K9 5G are similar when it comes to the rear cameras. They both come with a 64 MP main camera, but the OPPO K9 5G has a brighter f/1.7 focal aperture which should allow shooting better photos in low light conditions. On the other hand, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G has a better macro camera with a 5 MP resolution. The ultrawide sensors are the same with an 8 MP resolution, but the OPPO K9 5G wins the selfie comparison with a way better 32 MP front camera.

Read More: Some Mi 11 buyers have found a way to get Xiaomi’s 55W GaN Charger for less than a cent

Battery

The OPPO K9 5G has a slightly bigger battery with a capacity of 4300 mAh and it may offer a longer battery life not only due to the capacity but also because it has a smaller display. However, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G has a processor built with a 5 nm production process which has lower energy consumption, so the bigger capacity of the OPPO K9 5G does not necessarily mean it will always last more than the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G. But the real difference between these phones’ battery sides is the charging speed: the OPPO K9 5G features the SuperVOOC 2.0 fast charging technology with 65W power, while the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G supports 33W fast charging. The OPPO K9 5G charges a lot faster.

Price

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G starts from about €289/$352 in China, while the OPPO K9 5G costs €260/$316 in its base variant. While the OPPO K9 5G offers faster charging speeds and a better front camera, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G has a superior hardware department and a better display. On the paper, we consider the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G a slightly superior phone, but it costs a bit more as well.

OPPO K9 5G vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G: PRO and CONS

OPPO K9 5G

PRO

Faster charging
Very good price
Better front camera
More compact
In-display fingerprint reader

CONS

Inferior hardware

Xiaomi Mi Lite 5G

PRO

Stereo speakers
Better display
Thinner and lighter
Better hardware

CONS

Slower charging

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The world’s first 2nm chip isn’t from TSMC or Samsung but IBM!

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 7, 2021

Global business solutions provider IBM has announced that it has created a 2nm chip using Gate-All-Around (GAA) nanosheet device architecture. The new transistor setup will enable IBM to fit 50 billion transistors in a tiny space the size of a fingernail. Current high-end chips like Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 and Apple’s A14 Bionic, use the 5nm process. However, the number of transistors that these chipsets can pack in a fingernail space does not exceed 12 billion.

This milestone by IBM could prove to be a game-changer in the semiconductor industry. The company says battery life in smartphones deploying the 2nm technology will be greatly improved up to four times the current lifespan of batteries inside phones using the 7nm process. The implication is that, according to IBM, your smartphone will only need charging once in four days, on average.

The number of transistors that can fit in a square-mm space is an indicator of the strength and efficiency of the chip. The more powerful and energy-efficient chipset is the one that has a higher rating in this regard. There is a substantial performance increase and power savings using chips with a higher number of transistors per square mm.

The IBM concept is driven by the Extreme Ultraviolet Lithography technology. The process produces lines outside the visible light spectrum, which are used to create the patterns used to build circuits. The GAA architecture also enables superior electrical signals to pass through and between other transistors on a single chip.

IBM also says that it is actively pursuing research along the 2nm process and a rollout of the chips produced through the process is not likely in the next few years. TSMC last year revealed it is working on 2nm chips but the rollout is scheduled for 2025.

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realme narzo 30 4G certified by yet another agency ahead of launch

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 7, 2021

Chinese handset maker realme launched the realme narzo 30 Pro 5G and realme narzo 30A in late February. It has been more than two months but the company is yet to release the vanilla realme narzo 30, which has been confirmed to arrive in 4G and 5G variants. Ahead of its official announcement, the 4G version of this smartphone has been certified by yet another agency.

realme narzo 30 Pro 5G Blade Silver — realme narzo 30 Pro 5G

The upcoming realme narzo 30 4G is said to come with model number RMX2156, thanks to Indonesia Telecom. This phone has been now certified by SIRIM, in addition to FCC, BIS, TKDN, and EEC.

Hence, we can expect the brand to debut this handset in Malaysia. In this country, it will feature NFC for contactless payments.

According to this device’s Geekbench listing, it will be powered by a MediaTek Helio G95 SoC coupled with 6GB RAM and will run Android 11. However, there could be other memory variants as well.

As per the above-mentioned certifications, the realme narzo 30 4G will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging. Last but not least, it will measure 162.36 x 74.46 x 9.45mm in dimensions and weigh 198g.

Unfortunately, nothing else is known about this smartphone. But we expect to learn more about it before its launch sometime in the near future.

Deal: Get Cordless Air Duster for $34.78 (Original Price $60)

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May 7, 2021

If you are in the market to buy a small and portable cleaning device to clean small appliances like your computer, camera, etc, then check out this Cordless Air Duster on AliExpress. The Air duster which generally retails for $60 is now available at a discounted price of $34.78 only.

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Cordless Air Duster at $34.78 @AliExpress

This beautifully designed compressed air duster is lightweight and highly portable, making it easy to carry around while cleaning your appliances. The device features a 3600RPM motor which provides ultra-strong airflow, perfect for cleaning microscopic dust. It also features a built-in flashlight that can be used to clean dark corners and hard-to-reach places.

The compressed air duster can be used to clean a variety of products like computers, camera lenses, PS5, laptops, air conditioners, sofa, printed circuit boards, electronic devices, medical instruments, etc.

With a 6000mAh lithium battery, the Air Duster can work for 30 minutes continuously on one single charge. The device can be easily charged with a Type -C chord, generally used for your phone and tablets.

Generally retailing for $60, you can now buy the Cordless Air Duster for $34.78 from AliExpress. Please note that this price is applicable to the 6000mAh battery variant. You can also get a 15000mAh variant for a higher price at AliExpress.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ Lite will support 44.5W fast charging, but will ship with a 15W charger

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 7, 2021

The upcoming Galaxy Tab S7 Lite was recently revealed to be called Samsung Galaxy S7+ Lite. We know the design of this tablet, thanks to leaked renders. We also know some of its specs. Now, the charging speed of this forthcoming slate has been exposed as well.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ Lite 5G | Source: Evan Blass via Voice

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ Lite is reported to come in WiFi-only, 4G LTE, and 5G variants. These versions will bear the model numbers SM-T730, SM-T735, and SM-T736B (SM-T736N) respectively.

The former two models (WiFi-only and 4G LTE) have been now certified by China’s 3C regulatory. According to their certifications, these two variants of the Galaxy Tab S7+ Lite will support 44.5W fast charging.

However, the South Korean tech giant will be only bundling a 15W charger in the box, at least in China. Hence, interested customers will have to spend extra cash to get the Samsung 45W charger to experience the maximum charging speed on this tablet.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Lite — Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ Lite Book Cover | Source: Evan Blass

According to previous reports, the Galaxy Tab S7+ Lite will sport a 12.4-inch display with support for S Pen. The stylus can be magnetically attached to the back of the tablet, just like on the Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+.

Further, this slate will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G SoC coupled with 4GB/6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. As for software, it will run Android 11 but the exact version of One UI is still a mystery. But it is expected to support Galaxy Continuity, a feature that turns a Galaxy tablet into a secondary screen for a Galaxy smartphone.

Last but not least, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ Lite is said to launch in June in four colors (Black, Silver, Pink, Green).

OPPO reveals ColorOS 11 global update rollout plan for May 2021

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 7, 2021

OPPO has been rolling out Android 11-based ColorOS 11 builds to eligible smartphones worldwide since September 2020. From the beginning of 2021, the company has been sharing its update rollout plan every month. Hence, as we have entered a new month, the firm has revealed the ColorOS 11 update rollout plan for May 2021.

According to the official ColorOS Twitter account, the following OPPO smartphones are receiving as well as will receive ColorOS 11 (Android 11) beta/stable builds in the month of May 2021.

ColorOS 11 Beta

OPPO is currently seeding ColorOS 11 beta builds for the following devices.

Ongoing
- OPPO Reno Z
  - Saudi Arabia
  - UAE
- OPPO A5 2020
  - India
  - Indonesia
- OPPO A9 2020
  - India
  - Indonesia
- OPPO A73 5G
  - Australia
  - Saudi Arabia
  - UAE
- OPPO A53
  - India
  - Indonesia

Further, the beta program will begin on the following date for the below-mentioned handsets.

May 25
- OPPO F17
  - India
- OPPO A73
  - Thailand
  - Malaysia

ColorOS 11 Stable

The Android 11-based ColorOS 11 stable update is currently live for the following smartphones in different regions.

Ongoing
- OPPO Find X2
  - Europe
    - Spain
    - Switzerland
    - Netherlands
    - Turkey
    - Ukraine
    - Romania
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Find X2 Pro
  - Europe
    - Switzerland
    - Belgium
    - France
    - Italy
    - Spain
    - Germany
    - United Kingdom
    - Netherlands
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Find X2 Pro Automobili Lamborghini Edition
  - All Regions
- OPPO Find X2 Lite
  - Europe
    - Netherlands
    - Switzerland
    - France
    - Germany
    - Portugal
    - Spain
    - Italy
    - United Kingdom
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Find X2 Neo
  - Europe
    - Netherlands
    - France
    - Spain
    - Switzerland
    - Italy
    - Germany
    - United Kingdom
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO F17 Pro
  - All Regions
- OPPO Reno4 F
  - All Regions
- OPPO A93
  - All Regions
- OPPO Reno4 Pro 5G
  - Europe
    - Portugal
    - Italy
    - Switzerland
    - France
    - Germany
    - Spain
    - Belgium
    - Netherlands
    - United Kingdom
    - Luxembourg
    - Ireland
    - Moldova
    - Romania
    - Poland
    - Russia
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Reno4 5G
  - Europe
    - France
    - Switzerland
    - Italy
    - Portugal
    - Spain
    - Germany
    - Netherlands
    - United Kingdom
    - Belgium
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Reno4 Pro 4G
  - Europe
    - Ukraine
    - Turkey
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Reno4 4G
  - Europe
    - Poland
    - Turkey
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Reno4 Z 5G
  - Europe
    - France
    - Italy
    - Germany
    - Netherlands
    - United Kingdom
    - Switzerland
    - Belgium
    - Portugal
    - Luxembourg
    - Ireland
    - Poland
    - Romania
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Reno4 Lite
  - Europe
    - Turkey
    - Ukraine
    - Poland
    - Romania
    - Moldova
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Reno3 Pro 4G
  - Europe
    - Ukraine
    - Turkey
    - Romania
    - Poland
    - Russia
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Reno3 4G
  - Europe
    - Turkey
    - Poland
    - Ukraine
    - Russia
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO Reno3 Pro 5G
  - All Regions
- OPPO Reno3 A
  - All Regions
- OPPO Reno 10x Zoom
  - All Regions
- OPPO Reno2 F
  - All Regions
- OPPO Reno2 Z
  - All Regions
- OPPO Reno2
  - All Regions
- OPPO A72
  - Europe
    - Netherlands
    - Belgium
    - Luxembourg
    - Portugal
    - Germany
    - France
    - United Kingdom
    - Italy
    - Spain
    - Ukraine
    - Poland
    - Russia
    - Romania
    - Turkey
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO A92
  - All Regions
- OPPO A52
  - Europe
    - Italy
    - Spain
    - Netherlands
    - Germany
    - Belgium
    - Ukraine
    - Turkey
    - Russia
    - Poland
  - Asia and Others
- OPPO F11
  - All Regions
- OPPO F11 Pro
  - All Regions
- OPPO F11 Pro Marvel’s Avengers Limited Edition
  - All Regions
- OPPO A9
  - All Regions
- OPPO F15
  - All Regions
- OPPO A91
  - All Regions

Lastly, the following phones will start receiving ColorOS 11 stable update from the below-listed dates.

From May
- OPPO Reno2
  - Germany
  - Belgium
  - Switzerland
  - Spain
- OPPO A91
  - United Kingdom
  - Germany
  - Portugal
May 11
- OPPO Reno Z
  - Saudi Arabia
  - UAE
May 25
- OPPO Reno2
  - Russia
  - Ukraine
May 26
- OPPO A5 2020
  - India
  - Indonesia
- OPPO A9 2020
  - India
  - Indonesia
- OPPO A73 5G
  - Australia
  - Saudi Arabia
  - UAE
May 27
- OPPO A91
  - Russia
  - Kazakhstan
  - Ukraine

Unfortunately, the company will not be releasing the ColorOS 11 (Android 11) update for the 3GB RAM variant of OPPO A5 2020 and OPPO A9 2020.

Deal: Grab Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pro for $419.99 (Retail Price $450)

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May 7, 2021

Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pro which generally retails for $450 is now available for a discounted price of $419.99 only at Banggood.

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Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pro at $419.99 @Banggood

Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pro is a premium tablet that features an 11.5 inch, Full HD OLED display and is powered by the Snapdragon 730G Octa-Core Processor. The tablet comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM and supports Dual Band 2.4GHz/5.0GHz WiFi. With dual-band support, you can either choose the 2.4GHz band for obstacle penetration or a 5.0GHz band for faster connection over long distances.

XiaoXin Pad Pro is fueled by a powerful 8600mAh battery that gives you 8 hours of non-stop usage on one single charge and supports 20W fast charging. The tablet features 4 JBL certified speakers and an 8MP front and 2MP rear camera.

Generally retailing for around $450, Banggood under its Promotion Sale is giving out Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pro for $419.99 only. Please note that this offer is valid only till 10 May 2021. So place your order asap.

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Baidu rolls out paid driverless taxi service, AutoX completes 100 days of Robotaxi service in China

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 7, 2021

Baidu has commenced paid services for the Apollo Robotaxis in China without a safety driver behind the steering wheel for the first time. The Baidu milestone coincided with another milestone by Alibaba-backed AutoX, who completed 100 consecutive days of their Robotaxi service in Shenzhen, China’s densest city.

The Baidu rollout operation was significantly different from previous demonstrations of its Apollo driverless taxis, which required a safety driver behind the steering. Instead, a safety member sits at the front passenger seat to respond to emergencies. The rollout operation currently involves 10 Apollo robotaxis operating within a 1-kilometer radius in western Beijing. The taxis pick and drop passengers on eight designated points in Shougang Park. Shougang Park is an emerging sightseeing destination and is expected to have a large influx of tourists and visitors during the 2022 Beijing Olympics.

On the other hand, a statement released today by AutoX says the company had enjoyed tremendous acceptance among Shenzhen residents since it began the Robotaxi project in January. AutoX says their robotaxis is fully driverless and does not need a safety member either behind the steering or inside the vehicle. The company says that it is a significant milestone that it had achieved with the 100 days of commercial operations.

Founder and CEO of AutoX, Professor Jianxiong Xiao, in a statement made public, said that the first 100 days had been an enormous step forward for the company and a milestone for the entire industry in China. He also said that the feedback they had gotten so far would help them improve its service to make the driverless journeys a fantastic experience.

AutoX has enjoyed much support from the Shenzhen city authorities, who continue to provide a firm regulatory framework for AutoX to thrive in the city. The city will soon pass legislation to allow Level 4 self-driving cars on its roads and is poised as the first city to do that, ahead of Beijing, where restrictions persist. To mark the 100-day milestone, AutoX has released a video (find below) of its robotaxi operations in Shenzhen. The video shows how the AutoX vehicle responds to different situations on the road, both commuters, and motorists alike. The robotaxi captured in the AutoX video took 16 ride orders and navigated through several iconic landmarks in the city.

The Apollo taxi service is open to adults between the ages of 18 and 60 and costs about $4.60 for each ride. The sight of the robotaxis drew a sizable number of onlookers who wanted to get a closer look at the vehicles. This forced the taxis to repeated halts. Most of the passengers reported a smooth ride inside the taxis. The Apollo Go app is what customers can use to order for the driverless taxi service, and their identities must be verified before they can gain access to the vehicle. The car begins to move when it detects that the passengers have secured their seatbelts.

While there are still concerns about the safety of driverless vehicles on public roads, Baidu feels that the driverless taxis have gone through sufficient safety tests and are indeed safe for use. Baidu says that its Apollo Go Robotaxi service tests across several cities in China have been very successful, with over 200,000 passengers within the past year. The company hopes to scale up the rollout of the Apollo driverless taxis to 30 cities within three years.

AutoX also says it will continue improving and expanding its product offering by unveiling new features to its Robotaxi service. These include an upgrade of the sensor hardware system to the AutoX Gen 5 setup, which is more effective, having six hi-res lidars and eight hi-res 4D imaging radars.

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Lenovo YOGA Pad Pro appears in real skin in official teaser

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 7, 2021

Lenovo disclosed recently that it will unveil not one, not two but three tablets this year. The YOGA Duet is expected to debut alongside the Xiaoxin Pad Plus and YOGA Pad Pro. Ahead of the launch, the leading PC maker has released a teaser picture revealing the design of the tablet.

The teaser which was posted on Lenovo’s YOGA official website shows the tablet will support the same stylus that will be used by the Xiaoxin tablet. The stylus is capable of achieving 4096 pressure levels. The stylus pen can be used for writing and also for painting.

The teaser image shows the YOGA Pad Pro will adopt a different design from a smartphone or the regular tablets around that are basically large-size phones. It packs a portable bracket at the bottom which can be used to mount the tablet uprightly on a desktop.

The front screen of the tablet is a confirmation that the device will be a premium model. It adopts a full-screen design with very narrow bezels on all sides. At the same time, the front of the YOGA Pad Pro is also equipped with a full screen with a very narrow frame, giving it a high screen-to-body ratio. The slate equally packs a selfie camera located at a landscape orientation, well suited for video chat.

The specifications of the YOGA Tab Pro had earlier leaked online showing the slate will come with a high 2.5K resolution and support for 120Hz refresh rate. The tablet will also come with four symmetrical speakers tailored towards giving users an awesome audio-visual experience.

The tablet is also expected to be powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset and will have support for HDMI input which will allow users to connect it to a bigger display.

There is no exact date yet when Lenovo will unveil the tablet.

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Deal: Get BlitzWolf Fingerprint Padlock for $15.99 (Original Price $20)

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May 7, 2021

BlitzWolf BW- FL1 fingerprint padlock which usually retails for $20 is now available at a discounted price of $15.99 only at Banggood.

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Blitzwolf smart fingerprint padlock looks and feels like a normal lock but instead of a keyhole, you have a fingerprint sensor to lock and unlock the device. The smart lock can store up to 20 different fingerprints with 2 admins and 18 ordinary users.

The smart lock uses a high-quality semiconductor fingerprint chip that gives a high precision recognition rate of 97.5% and less than 1 % of false acceptance and rejection rate. Made with high-density zinc alloy, the lock is strong and durable and comes with a 1 year standby time on a single charge of just 40 minutes. Moreover, you can charge the lock with a simple micro-USB cable, included with the product.

The lock is both dustproof and splash-proof making it perfect for your travel adventures and with a 360-degree fingerprint acceptance and a 0.2 second rapid unlock speed you can easily use the lock without worrying about technical delays.

Generally retailing for $20, you can now buy BlitzWolf BW-FL1 Fingerprint padlock for $15.99 only at Banggood. Please note that this deal is applicable only on the products ordered from China Warehouse and expires on 10 May 2021. So go grab your smart lock before the deal expires.

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HONOR MagicBook X 14, 15 launched with older processors and cheaper price tags

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 7, 2021

Former HUAWEI sub-brand HONOR has launched new laptops in China. These notebooks called HONOR MagicBook X 14 and HONOR MagicBook X 15 offer a respectable set of features for affordable price tags.

HONOR MagicBook X 14 / 15 Specifications and Features

The newly launched HONOR MagicBook X 14 and HONOR MagicBook X 15 feature a metal unibody design and come in a single Glacial Silver color option. The former measures 15.9mm in thickness and weighs 1.38kg. Whereas, the latter has a thickness and weight of 16.9mm and 1.56kg respectively.

Both of them sport an FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels) IPS LCD panel with a matte coating, 16:9 aspect ratio, 178° viewing angle, 800:1 typical contrast ratio, and 250 nits typical brightness level. They are also TÜV Rheinland-certified for low blue light emission and anti-flicker eye protection.

However, the MagicBook X 14 flaunts a 14-inch display with 157 PPI and 84% screen-to-body ratio as opposed to a 15.6-inch screen with 141 PPI and 87% screen-to-body ratio on the MagicBook X 15.

Talking about performance, the laptops come in two variants. The first model is powered by a 10th Gen Intel Core i3-10110U processor coupled with 8GB 2666MHz DDR4 RAM and 256GB SSD. On the other hand, the second version sports a 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10210U chipset paired with 16GB (14-inch)/8GB (15.6-inch) 2666MHz DDR4 RAM and 512GB SSD.

Further, both the notebooks feature a full-size keyboard without a Numpad, a four-point multitouch touchpad, a fingerprint sensor integrated into the power key, a pop-up HD (720p) webcam in the top row of the keyboard, dual speakers, and dual microphones.

As for connectivity and ports, they come with dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, 1 x USB 3.0 Gen1 Type-A, 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 x USB Type-C, 1 x HDMI, and 1 x 3.5mm headphone jack.

Lastly, the new HONOR laptops run Microsoft Windows 10 Home with additional features like ‘Multi-screen Collaboration’ and support 65W charging. But unfortunately, the larger MagicBook X 15 is backed by a smaller 42Wh battery compared to a 56Wh battery inside the MagicBook X 14.

HONOR MagicBook X 14 / 15 Price and Availability

The new HONOR MagicBook notebooks will retail for the following price tags in China.

HONOR MagicBook X 14
- Intel Core i3-10110U + 8GB RAM + 256GB SSD – ¥3,299 ($512)
  - First Sale – ¥2,999 ($466)
- Intel Core i5-10210U + 16GB RAM + 512GB SSD – ¥4,299 ($667)
  - First Sale – ¥3,999 ($621)
HONOR MagicBook X 15
- Intel Core i3-10110U + 8GB RAM + 256GB SSD – ¥3,399 ($528)
  - First Sale – ¥3,099 ($481)
- Intel Core i5-10210U + 8GB RAM + 512GB SSD – ¥3,899 ($605)
  - First Sale – ¥3,599 ($559)

The new HONOR laptops will be available for pre-order from May 7 to May 11, followed by the first sale on May 12. The brand is yet to reveal the availability of these notebooks outside China.

Xiaomi tablets to launch in H2 2021, no new models arriving in April: Exec

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Sean

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May 7, 2021

Earlier today (7th May 2021), a Xiaomi official announced that the company will not be launching any new tablets in this month. But, the official added that new models will be arriving in the second half of this year.

Alleged render of the XIaomi Mi Pad 5 — Alleged render of the Mi Pad 5

According to Wang Teng Thomas, the Chinese tech giant’s product director, the company will be launching new tablets later this year and not this month. In a reply to a Weibo user, a Chinese microblogging website, the executive stated that the Mi Pad 5 will not be arriving this month but sometime in the second half of 2021. Although, Wang Teng did state that the company will be launching a new notebook around the end of this month.

This new laptop will be the RedmiBook Pro, which will feature the Ryzen processor from AMD. However, the senior official from the Chinese smartphone manufacturer refrained from mentioning any specific dates or details regarding this launch. Talking about the Mi Pad 5, the series will arrive in a base and Pro variant, with the latter featuring an LCD panel that supports 2K resolution along with 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate.

The tablet will also support 4096 level touch control along with a stylus as well. Under the hood, the device will house a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 processor, while the base model will be equipped with the Snapdragon 870 chip. So stay tuned for more, as we will provide updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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China semiconductor imports sees slight decline in April, while global chip sales remain strong

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Sean

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May 7, 2021

The semiconductor imports by China have seen a modest decline in the month of April, falling from the all time high that the region recorded last month. The news arrives amid the booming sales of chips across the globe.According to an SCMP report, the latest figures were revealed by the nation’s customs authorities, as the shortage of semiconductors affect various industries worldwide. As per data released by the General Administration of Customs, China shipped 54.7 billion semiconductor units in April alone. These were worth 33.1 billion US Dollars. This marked a slight decline of 7 percent quarter on quarter, falling from 58.9 billion semiconductor units shipped in March 2021.

However, it was still a 23 percent surge when compared to the same month from back in 2020, which had imports worth 27 billion US Dollars from 44.4 billion units. Notably, the country’s semiconductor imports are also up by 30.8 percent this year compared to the same period last year. Shipments during this time reaching 210 million units, being valued at 126 billion US Dollars in just the first four months. This news arrives as the world faces a global semiconductor shortage that has caused issues in production of automobiles, smartphones, computers, and even home appliances as well.

Back in 2020, the global semiconductor market’s revenue had risen by 10.8 percent, reaching 464 billion US Dollars. This is expected to further grow this year due to accelerated demands for chips despite the ongoing shortage. It is expected that the industry will see a 12.5 percent growth overall, reaching 522 billion US Dollars this year thanks to growth in consumer products, computing, 5G, and automotive applications as well.

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