Xiaomi crowdfunds the Hipee Smart Blood Pressure Watch offering 24-hour BP checks

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May 7, 2021

Hypertension is often considered to be a silent killer as it is a major risk factor for diseases such as stroke, heart disease, and kidney failure, without obvious symptoms. The lifestyle of career men and women in this digital era helps promote unhealthy behavior such as irregular sleep/rest, improper diet, lack of exercise, etc. Thus, it is easy to ignore the signs of high blood pressure until it becomes too late, sometimes with catastrophic consequences.

Xiaomi‘s ecological company Hipee known for its medical products has launched a new watch that helps users check their blood pressure. The product is dubbed Hipee Smart Blood Pressure Watch and is capable of 24-hour dynamic blood pressure tracking. It is priced at just 499 yuan (~$77) and is presently open for backing at the Youpin platform.

The blood pressure doesn’t remain stable all the time as it is dependent on the emotional state of the individual as well as the state of health. Thus, it is important to check regularly.

The Hipee Smart Blood Pressure Watch uses core biosensing technology, oscillometric technology, automatic pressurization technology, etc., supplemented by soft silicone pressurized airbags, allowing the sensor to monitor more accurately. The watch is said to have a static accuracy range of ±3mmHg.

Further, the BP-checking watch has three modes: cycle detection mode, timing measurement mode, and routine blood pressure detection. Users can switch between the desired modes at will.

In terms of the design, the watch has an exclusive one-piece design that is not only easy to wear but also compact and light to carry. It has a square shape and looks quite bulky, weighing 76g. The watch starts monitoring the BP once the user raises the hand to the chest, with the palm lying flat on his breast. This is convenient and fast as it removes the need to navigate through the interface in order to select the BP check feature.

The Hipee watch connects to a companion smartphone through Bluetooth. It charges via a USB 2.0 port but the battery capacity is still unknown. Inside the retail box are a USB cable, a user guide card, and the watch itself.

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Xiaomi Yeelight announces new products with Razer Chroma, opens up its source code

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May 7, 2021

Yeelight, the Xiaomi owned smart lighting based brand, has just announced two new products that arrive with the Razer Chroma Integration. Alongside the new products, the company has also announced the release of the source code of the Yeelight Chroma Connector as part of the Yeelight Open Source Program.

The company made this announcement at the Razer Devcon 2021 earlier today (7th May 2021). Yeelight has just unveiled two new smart lighting products, including the Yeelight Smart LED Bulb W3 and the Yeelight LED Screen Light Bar Pro. Talking about the bulb first, it offers the user the option to select among 16 million colors to create their custom lighting scenes for any occasion. The smart bulb also features game sync and music sync and is even eco friendly as well, offering an ultra low standby power to save energy and money.

Arriving at the smart light bar, the Yeelight Bar Pro is designed to offer customers a more immersive experience when gaming experience. Furthermore, the lamp also offers easy sync options that works with various popular games via Razer Chroma RGB, which also supports 16 million colors that even offers a “dazzling light effects triggered by specific gaming events.”

Notably, the company even opened up its source code to give back to its community, especially the Open Source one. As per Victoria Wang, Strategic Partnership Manager at Yeelight, “With the Yeelight Open Source Program, we hope to give back to the community. Meanwhile, we welcome all the programmers to contribute their code and add new features to this project. Eventually, we want to make the Yeelight Chroma Connector truly for gamers, by gamers!”

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Realtek sees record profits in Q1 2021: Report

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May 7, 2021

Realtek Semiconductor has just registered a record profit in the first quarter of this year. The news arrives as the Networking IC design specialist saw its net profits climb to a new high for the fourth consecutive quarter.

According to a DigiTimes report, the chip maker recorded net profits of 3.06 billion New Taiwan Dollars (109.2 million US Dollars) for the first quarter of this year. This marks a growth of 16.4 percent sequentially and a strong growth of 87.3 percent year on year. Realtek posted an overall revenue of 23.34 billion US Dollars in the first quarter of 2021, which is a rise of 5.7 percent on quarter that also marks a new record high.

The company further added that its April revenue decrease of about 3 percent on month to 7.81 billion New Taiwan Dollars. This was primarily due to the firm facing shortage in supplies. The company even notes that its orders from its clients still remain robust, although its supply is unable to catch up with its orders. Furthermore, Realtek has also seen its shipments be limited due to a tight foundry capacity, along with shortage of upstream components and other raw materials as well.

The company is also being optimistic regarding its sales prospects this year, as per the report, while it is also projecting the rise in sales for its Ethernet networking chips, switch controllers and Bluetooth chips on year in 2021. Although, its solutions related to TV are expected to remain flat this year. Realtek is expecting robust sales through the first half of 2022 as well, however, the tight foundry capacity isn’t expected to ease until after next year.

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Future Samsung Galaxy Z Flip model might feature the S Pen: Report

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May 7, 2021

Samsung is gearing up for the launch of two new foldable smartphones later this year. This includes the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Z Flip 3. As per certain reports, the former is expected to feature support for the S Pen, and now, it seems like the future models of the latter might also arrive with this feature.

According to a LetsGoDigital report, the South Korean tech giant recently filed a trademark with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) for the name “Z Flip” earlier this week. This trademark is categorized under Class 9 with a description of ‘smartphones, tablets, protective covers ; electronic pen; capacitive stylus.’ This implies that a certain Galaxy Z Flip model might feature support for S Pen in the near future.

As of right now, it is unknown if the Galaxy Z Flip 3 launching later this year will arrive with this feature. Although, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 is expected to arrive with S Pen stylus. In other words, we might see the support for stylus added to the clamshell folding smartphone in the future, so we can also expect a model like the Galaxy Z Flip 4 this feature as well. However, this is just speculation so take this report with a pinch of salt.

The S Pen is Samsung’s in-house technology, so we can expect the technology to make its way to the foldable device. Thus, stay tuned for more, as we will provide updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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Realme V25 could be coming soon, claims a new leak

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May 7, 2021

Realme has so far launched a couple of V-series such as Realme V11, Realme V13, and Realme V15v in China. A fresh leak reveals that the Realme RMX3143 phone, which was spotted at the TENAA certification platform could be arriving in the Chinese market as the Realme V25.

According to a Chinese tipster, the 2.8GHz octa-core processor that powers the RMX3143 handset could be the Snapdragon 768G, and this phone may arrive in the Chinese markets as the Realme V25. He added that the specs of the phone are similar to the OPPO K9 5G, which was announced in China yesterday.

The RMX3143 smartphone has a 6.43-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The handset is expected to arrive in China in 6 GB, 8GB, and 12 GB RAM variants. it may come in storage options like 128 GB and 256 GB. The device measures 159.1 x 73.4 x 8.1mm and weighs 174 grams.

The RMX3143 is backed by a 4,400mAh rated battery. For photography, it has a front camera of 32-megapixel and its rear camera setup has a 64-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel lens, and a 2-megapixel snapper. These specs including the dimensions of the phone are similar to the K9 5G.

The tipster has also claimed that the Realme RMX333 TENAA certified phone could be featuring the Snapdragon 780G. This may not be true as its specs are weaker than the RMX3143 phone. The TENAA listing of RMX3333 states that it has a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with an in-screen fingerprint reader, a 2.4GHz processor, 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM, internal storage of 64 GB / 128 GB / 256 GB, a 16-megapixel front camera, a 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera system, and a 4,220mAh battery.

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Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch model now delivers two months late, hinting production issues

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May 7, 2021

Apple recently launched its new iPad Pro models in the market in two screen sizes — 11-inch and 12.9-inch, both powered by the Apple Silicon M1 chipset. The 12.9-inch model also features a Mini-LED display.

The variant with the bigger screen is set to launch in the second half of this year but the orders place today on the company’s own online store in the United States are estimated to deliver as late as mid-July — about two months later, reports MacRumors.

However, this is not the case for the 11-inch model as some configurations of the tablet are available for delivery by the end of this month.

The reason behind delayed shipments of the Apple iPad Pro 2021 with a 12.9-inch display seems to the suppliers of the panel reportedly facing yield issues for the production. On top of that, the industry is also facing a global chip shortage and it seems that the issues could last into next year.

It’s likely that the iPad Pro is facing these issues given that the device was launched in April this year and the shipment estimates are for July this year, underscoring the supply chain and production issues faced by the company.

The same is the case with the new iMac 2021 as many configurations are showing shipments for mid-to-late June in the United States while the four-pack of Apple AirTag will be arriving in mid-June.

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Apple is getting sued for iPhone 6 battery explosion caused by alleged defect

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May 7, 2021

An iPhone user named Robert Franklin in Texas, United States is seeking a class-action lawsuit against the tech giant Apple for allegedly selling defective batteries and violating its warranty promises after his smartphone exploded in his face a couple of years ago in 2019.

The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas on Thursday, reports Appleinsider. It claims that the iPhone 6’s battery “contains a defect which makes it unable to reliably perform its function.”

It is seeking class-action status and a jury trial and asks for damages for the allegedly defective iPhone 6 and its battery, incidental damages for replacement devices, and attorneys’ fees and court costs.

It further alleges that the defect creates danger of explosion and fire. In the complaint, Robert Franklin of Hopkins County, Texas says that he had his iPhone 6 device explode in August 2019. It adds: “Robert Franklin was listening to music on his iPhone 6 when he noticed the music playing on his iPhone began to skip. As he picked up his iPhone to investigate, [it] suddenly exploded and caught fire in his face.”

The lawsuit adds that the plaintiff suffered injuries to his eyes and wrist as a result of the incident. The injury on the wrist occurred because the fire caused him to fall, during which Franklin used his hand to brace himself. He reportedly suffered economic loss due to the incident which includes the cost to replace iPhone and medical treatment for his injuries.

Apple started selling the iPhone 6 in 2015 and the plaintiff reportedly purchased it in 2018 — a year before the incident occurred. At this time, it is not clear what condition the phone was in prior to the explosion.

Apple is in violation of Texas law as it sold unmerchantable products, claims the lawsuit. It further alleges that Apple’s warranty claims that the iPhone 6 would be free from defects but it turned out to be untrue.

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Mijia Fresh Air Air Conditioner now up for pre-sale in China for 2,499 yuan ($387)

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May 7, 2021

Xiaomi has today launched Mijia Fresh Air Conditioner that is now available for pre-sale in its home country China. The product is priced at 3,399 yuan which roughly converts to $526 but for those who pre-order it by paying a 100 yuan deposit, it will be available for a discounted price of 2,499 yuan, roughly $387.

This newly launched Mijia Fresh Air Conditioner seems like an entry-level offering in the series which includes the recently launched Mijia Fresh Air Air Conditioner Premium Edition.

The Mijia Fresh Air Air Conditioner has a rated cooling capacity of 3500W and a rated heating capacity of 4900W. The product adopts a frequency conversion motor, and the noise of the indoor unit can be as low as 23dB.

When compared to the premium edition, this new model has fresh air volume reduced from 60m3/h to 40m3/h while the UV-C deep ultraviolet light sterilization function and the 3D stereo air supply function have been removed.

It comes equipped with a four-layer HEPA filer and offers micro-positive pressure for fresh air. It also comes with a healthy breathing screen, supports dual control of temperature as well as humidity. There is also support for intelligent inter-connection for the whole house.

The company adds that along with the conventional air conditioner function, this product also has support for a fresh air blower, essentially working as a two-in-one device and saving the cost of buying two separate appliances for the users.

Xiaomi says that when installing the air conditioner, there’s no need to re-enlarge or open holes for the device. When working, the AC can effectively purify the air by removing the PM2.5, formaldehyde, and volatile organic compounds. The fresh air function of the air conditioner can be used independently or in combination with cooling and heating modes.

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China reveals it has way more 6G patents than the U.S, laying claim to early 6G lead

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 7, 2021

While the transition from 4G to 5G is still in an early stage of development in some parts of the world, the race has begun for more robust connectivity with 6G. The sixth-generation wireless technology, when operational, will dwarf the speed of its predecessor 5G. It is predicted that 6G will be up to 100 times faster than 5G and would offer several new applications and enhance the speed of communications on the whole. It will revolutionize the wireless communications spectrum and open a world of new opportunities.

China’s patent office, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), has announced that the country is leading in the race for 6G technology. Several Chinese companies account for about 35% of the global 6G-related patents. The CNIPA says that with 13,449 patents already out of the estimated 38,000 patents for 6G, the Chinese are the global leaders in the research and development of 6G technology. The United States comes a distant second with about 18% of the patents.

Last month, the global leader in 5G technology, Huawei, hinted that the 6G technology could be birthed by the turn of the century. The company continues to pursue research along this line despite its numerous travails. Several companies, including Apple and Samsung, are also known to be scaling up their research along 6G development as the race heats up.

The US and its allies in Europe have already begun research projects on the 6G technology and could be working together to have a common front. China will continue to explore partnerships between Chinese companies and those from Japan and South Korea to pursue 6G capabilities. Chinese companies will therefore continue to reduce their reliance on US suppliers in the face of the hostile situations between Washington and Beijing.

According to their segments, a breakdown of the patents shows that China holds the aces in the areas of Artificial Intelligence and terahertz technology, with some Chinese universities driving research within these segments. We’ll continue to keep a close tab on the development, although we are still years away from an actual 6G deployment.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 bags 3C certification, reveals 15W fast charging

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 7, 2021

Multiple reports have claimed that the Galaxy Z Flip3 clamshell phone with foldable screen will debut in July or August. Samsung is expected to launch it along with the Galaxy Z Fold3. It seems that the arrival of the Galaxy Z Flip3 may not be far away as it has received approval from the 3C certification platform of China.

The Galaxy Z Flip3 has appeared with its SM-F7110 model number at the certification site. The listing shows that this 5G phone mays hip with a 15W charger that has an EP-TA200. The 3C listing has no information on its other specs. Probably, the phone may soon appear in TENAA’s database with more details in the coming weeks.

The Galaxy Z Flip 5G debuted in July last year in China. There is a possibility that the Galaxy Z Flip3 may also around break cover around the same time in China. However, yesterday a reliable tipster claimed that the Z Flip3 may debut on Aug. 3 with a starting price of around $999.

The Galaxy Z Flip3’s specifications are under wraps. However, unconfirmed leaks have revealed that it will have a 6.7-inch foldable display with a punch-hole for a 10-megapixel camera, a 12-megapixel + 12-megapixel dual rear camera setup, 128 GB / 256 GB storage versions, and a 1.83-inch external screen. It is unclear whether it has the Snapdragon 888 chip or some other processor.

Galaxy Z Flip3 3D renders — Galaxy Z Flip 3 3D renders by LetsGoDigital (Giuseppe Spinelli)

A leaked promo video that appeared earlier this week revealed that it will be sporting a new dual-tone design and it is expected to arrive in as many as eight colors depending on the market. The device will be sporting a new design for the rear cameras and it will come with a larger external screen.

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COVID 19 impact on India’s offline phone market could lead to 50,000 job losses

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 7, 2021

The global coronavirus pandemic that has prevailed since early 2020 has affected sales projections in India’s smartphone market. The market has reportedly taken a dip, especially offline stores and outlets, as consumers continue to get their favorite brand products via numerous online outlets.

Presently, there is a lull in the rate at which smartphone brands open physical retail outlets, as most deployments have been stalled because of the negative growth outlook. Recent sales data show that the Indian smartphone market had experienced a general decline from its performance previously. Still, retail outlets with no online presence bore the brunt of the drop. This has warranted a downward review of the current growth forecasts, according to industry analysts.

A report by Counterpoint Research says the initial market share of offline sales has been downgraded to 55% due to the unimpressive numbers that have been recorded in the past two quarters. It is expected that the projections for the year will be reviewed further downwards, as the pandemic still bites hard on India. Other experts have given a similar outlook for the year.

There had been a gradual shift from the traditional offline sales model to e-commerce, but it seems this was further accentuated by the COVID-19 pandemic that saw much of the world under a forced lockdown for much of 2020. However, the offline retail outlets remain an integral component of the marketing strategy of some established brands in India like Xiaomi, Vivo, and others who continue to expand their physical presence in India through retail outlets. While small and medium shops continue to grapple with survival in the present circumstances, several offline channels have closed shop. This is projected to result in the loss of an estimated 50,000 jobs.

We expect the sales outlook to improve as vaccine rollout improves and the infection curve starts flattening out.

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Xiaomi’s new Redmi Smart TV appears on Google Play Console listing

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Jeet

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May 7, 2021

Xiaomi, the China-based smartphone maker has also become one of the leading Smart TV manufacturers. The company’s sub-brand Redmi has also started selling TVs in the market it is available and is set to launch a new device.

Now, Mukul Sharma has tweeted information about a new Redmi Smart TV that has appeared on the Google Play Console listing as a part of Google Supported Devices. The device is codenamed ‘tarzen’ and has model number MiTV-MOOQ3.

The listing shows that the TV has support for Full HD screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. It is powered by a MediaTek T31 chipset with 2GB of RAM. The device is running the Android 10 operating system, which is the latest for TVs.

However, the screen size of the device is not yet known. Based on the configuration of the upcoming Redmi Smart TV on the Google Play Console, the company is placing the device in the budget category.

It also remains to be seen in which market is the company planning to launch the device but it’s likely that the device could soon get announced in the Indian market. We expect teasers from the company related to this in the coming days or weeks.

So far, Xiaomi has launched only one series of Smart TVs under the Redmi brand in the Indian market — the Redmi Smart TV X series which offers three devices in three different sizes — 50-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch.

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Samsung develops an innovative I-Cube4 chip packaging technology: Faster & Efficient

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 7, 2021

Amidst the global chip shortage, leading chipmaker Samsung has announced a new chip packaging technology. Potentially, the new technology could yield more efficient and faster chips using an innovative chip-packing technique. Samsung continues to maintain its leading position globally in the semiconductor space, and the improved technology will help it sustain its leadership of the segment.

The new technology is called I-Cube4 and is an improved hybrid of Samsung’s homegrown I-Cube2 and X-Cube technologies. The I-Cube4 technology was developed in March 2021. It is a 2.5D heterogeneous chip packaging innovation that can be used to place horizontally, multiple dies like the CPU, GPU, and NPU atop a silicon interposer. The arrangement forms a system in which each die will work as a single chip. The fast-evolving technology has been used successfully to combine one logic die, and four High Bandwidth Memory dies on a single chip.

The emerging possibilities for the high-performance chips that could be produced with this technology are numerous. It can be deployed to 5G, cloud, AI, and several applications that require super-fast semiconductors. It will enable faster communication between components of a chip. For example, memory and logic tasks would be accomplished better than the prevalent chip technology.

Samsung is also pursuing other more robust chipmaking technologies as demand for super-efficient chips continues to rise across the industry. According to Moonsoo Kang, a senior executive at Samsung Electronics, the explosion of high-performance applications has led Samsung to provide what he calls a total foundry solution to improve overall performance and efficiency of chips. Samsung is committed to scaling up its production capacity of these super-packaged chips to meet demand expectations.

Although the emerging technology would have certain aspects that would still need improvement, Samsung Foundry believes the materials are durable. There is the potential possibility that the silicon interposer could bend or warp under intense conditions. There are also improvements in the product quality control process to enhance the identification of defective products during the production process.

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Aqara Hub E1 with a USB stick design listed on the Mi Home app

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 7, 2021

Xiaomi‘s ecological chain company Aqara has over the years carved a niche for itself as a dependable brand for smart home gadgets. The company has grown to become one of the major players in the industry and its products can be found in millions of homes in different regions of the world including the US, China, and Europe among others. The tech company continues to expand its product catalog and seems to be working on launching a new smart home hub.

A device that looks like a new Aqara hub has been spotted on the Mi Home app. The device is listed as Aqara Hub E1 and is basically a Zigbee 3.0 hub that also arrives with HomeKit compatibility. In terms of the design, the Aqara Hub E1 adopts a USB stick design reminiscent of the Mi TV Stick, Amazon Fire TV Stick, and other such products. It has a USB-A plug on one end which can be plugged into any USB port.

Why this sounds interesting is that previous models get their power supply from a regular power supply but this model seems to use any USB port as a power source. We can’t confirm this since the entire specs are yet to be revealed.

The product is only listed on the Mi Home app Mainland China server and isn’t listed on the Aqara app. That is suggestive of the device getting launched in China soon. It may be launched under crowdfunding on Xiaomi Youpin in the coming days. We’ll keep you posted if more details emerge.

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Nubia Z30 Launch Date revealed, Will offer top-notch Photography Experience

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 7, 2021

Recent reports have claimed that Nubia is gearing up to launch a new Z-series phone called the Nubia Z30. Leaked renders and key specifications of the Z30 have also surfaced in recent reports. Today, Nubia co-founder Ni Fei took to Weibo today to reveal that the company will be launching the Z30 series of smartphones on May 20. The new Z-series handsets promise a top-notch photography experience.

Mobile photography has always one of the key features of high-end Nubia phones. Fei claimed that Nubia brought the industry’s first camera phone with professional SLR function with pioneering features like multiple exposure, adjustable aperture, star trail shooting, and other functions.

Fei added that the upcoming Nubia Z30 Pro flagship will continue to offer a stellar mobile photography experience. The smartphone will excel at capturing the starry sky, among other photography features. The company is yet to reveal the specs of the Z30 Pro handset.

Nubia Z30 render — Render of the alleged Nubia Z30

It is believed that the Nubia phone with NX667J, which was recently spotted at China’s 3C certification site is the upcoming Z30 series. The 5G phone was spotted with a 120W fast charger. The handset is yet to appear in the database of China’s TENAA certification.

Recently, the rumor mill had leaked render and a live shot of the Nubia Z30 handset. The leaked images revealed that the handset has a full-screen display with curved edges. Probably, it is equipped with an under-screen selfie camera. The rear camera setup of the phone has four cameras that carry support for up to 100x digital zoom. This phone is rumored to be powered by the Snapdragon 888 mobile platform. Hopefully, Nubia will be confirming more features of the Z30 series before the official announcement.

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Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 will pack an 8520mAh dual-cell battery, 3C listing reveals

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 7, 2021

Xiaomi last updated its tablet lineup in 2018 and so was thought to have abandoned the segment entirely. But in recent times, the company had hinted that it will update its tablet lineup this year. Perhaps spurred by the surge in the use of tablets for e-learning and other purposes as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the company is going all out to use a flagship configuration for the tablet lineup.

The Mi Pad 5 has now been certified by China’s 3C, with the listing giving us a glimpse of what to expect on the slate. The listing shows the device will be equipped with a dual-cell battery with a cumulative power of 8520mah. In effect, each of the cells has a capacity of 4260mAh.

Unfortunately, Xiaomi is yet to officially reveal any detail concerning the flagship tablet but the device has kept the rumor mill buzzing. It is rumored to come in two models- the Mi Pad 5 and Pad 5 Pro. The models will be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 1200 and Snapdragon 870 chips, respectively. The Pro version will focus on the high-end tablet market currently occupied by the likes of iPad Pro and Huawei Mate Pad Pro.

The Mi Pad 5 Pro is also expected to be equipped with a 2K resolution LCD screen, which supports a 120Hz refresh rate, a 240Hz touch sampling rate, and also supports 4096-level touch. The Pro version will bring support for the stylus pen.

Further, Xiaomi had earlier disclosed that it will develop an MIUI for Tablet version specifically for tablets. The interface will feature a handheld PC mode and will have a PC-centric interface including the classic start menu and control center.

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Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra gets sold out on first day sale in the UK

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May 6, 2021

The Mi 11 Ultra has made its way to the UK about a week earlier than it was scheduled to go on sale in Europe. The phone which went on sale today for the first time is now sold out.

The Mi 11 Ultra is available in a single configuration with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. There is only one color variant and it is black. With a price tag of £1199, Xiaomi is not offering any free gifts with the purchase, however, you do get double Mi Points. So, for the Mi 11 Ultra, you get 2398 points. Xiaomi says that Mi Points can be used towards offsetting up to 20% off the price of future purchases. Do note that 100 Mi Points is equivalent to £1.

While we wait for the Mi 11 Ultra to be restocked, Xiaomi also has the Mi 11 Lite 5G available for £369, £30 less than its official price. The phone is available in Citrus Yellow, Mint Green, and Truffle Black, and has 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

The Mi 11 Special Edition (Lei Jun) 5G is also available for purchase for £799 and it has 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Those who order this special edition get a free Mi Watch worth £119.

You will be able to avail these discounted prices and free gifts on the official Xiaomi UK site between today, May 6, and Sunday, May 9.

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Google brings Gboard to Wear OS, says more exciting features are coming

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May 6, 2021

A lot of people will agree that Google’s handling of Wear OS has been very disappointing, to say the least. The operating system which was designed to power smartwatches lags behind when compared to Apple’s own watchOS and Samsung’s Tizen. Things are about to change for the better according to Google and the first step is the announcement of Gboard for Wear OS.

Gboard for Wear OS is said to be the first new app for the operating system in years. The announcement brings a much easier and faster way for users to type. According to Google, Gboard brings multi-language support, scrollable word suggestions, voice input, gesture typing, and a full QWERTY keyboard.

Google seems to have more interesting things in store for Wear OS as it has said that it can’t wait to share the other things it has planned for the operating system this year.

With Google I/O scheduled for later this month, there is a possibility that we may get to learn about these new features sooner rather than later.

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Deal: Buy Xiaomi Mijia 1C Robot Vacuum Cleaner for $184.72

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May 6, 2021

AliExpress is giving out a fantastic deal on Xiaomi Mijia 1C Robot Vacuum Cleaner. The device which generally retails at $295 is available for a heavily discounted price of $184.72 only.

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Xiaomi Mijia 1C Robot Vacuum Cleaner comes with the brand new Mi Robot Vacuum Mop Visual Navigation technology with fast calculations and accurate floor mapping. Fitted with the powerful CortexTM Quad-Core processor and VSLAM Algorithm this robot is smart and intelligent enough to perform advanced computing and mapping.

The electronically controlled 200ml water tank controls the water usage and ensures zero leaks and spillage. With both wet and dry mopping functions and auto-recharge and app control features, this device is a one-stop solution for your cleaning needs.

Xiaomi Mijia 1C Vacuum Cleaner Robot usually retails at $295. But as a limited-time offer AliExpress is giving out this device at $184.72 only. The offer is valid only on the EU version and gray color variant. Additional new user coupons and free shipping is available on this deal. So go get your robot vacuum cleaner before the deal expires.

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Deal: Get Aukey True Wireless Earbuds for $18.89 (Coupon)

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May 6, 2021

Aukey True Wireless Earbud which generally retails for $30 is now available for a discounted price of $18.89 only on Amazon US by using the $10 page coupon.

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Aukey True wireless earbuds come with 10mm enhanced dynamic drivers that deliver rich and crystal clear sound into your ears. This means a great treble for your music and greater clarity on your voice calls.

The earbuds feature a USB-C quick charge port and give you 5 hours of non-stop music with just 1.5 hours of charge and 30 hours of playtime when fully charged. Moreover, with the touch control function, you can easily manage music and calls using the dedicated button on each earbud. Aukey True Wireless Headphone is IPX6 certified water-resistant and comes with Bluetooth 5.0 which gives you a strong and stable wireless connection.

Generally retailing for $30, you can now buy Aukey True Wireless Earbuds for $18.89 only from Amazon US. Please note that this deal is applicable only on the black color variant.

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