OPPO Reno6 Pro bags SRIM certification, moniker and model number confirmed

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May 7, 2021

India has held up the approvals for the import for certain electronic products made in China for months. This hold up has also caused Chinese brands like Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo, along with US brands like Dell and HP to delay their product launches in the region.

According to a Reuters report, the local government has held up approvals for import of WiFi modules from China. This has caused electronic products maker to suffer from delayed launches in the key growth market. The hold up on approvals have caused delay of even finished products as well, like Bluetooth speakers, wireless earphones, smartphones, smartwatches, and laptops, with all of these gadgets also housing WiFi modules.

As per sources close to the matter, the Communications Ministry’s Wireless Planning and Coordination (WPC) Wing has withheld approval since November 2020. The source even added that the various firms have been lobbying in a move to receive clearance. The report noted that over 80 applications are currently impending approval, including US, Chinese, and South Korean firms that have been been waiting for approval from WPC.

Unfortunately, Dell, HP, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, and Lenovo have yet to respond to any requests for comment. This move from WPC also signifies India’s stance on Chinese imports, as the nations Prime Minister calls for greater economic self reliance. One of the source added that “the government’s idea is to push companies to manufacture these products in India. But tech companies are caught in a difficult situation – making in India would mean big-ticket investments and a long wait for returns, on the other hand the government-imposed hurdle on imports means a potential loss of revenues.”

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Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 series launch event could be held this month

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May 7, 2021

Recent reports have revealed a lot about the upcoming Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 series. Popular tipster Digital Chat Station took to Weibo to claim that the Mi Pad 5 will debut later this month.

The Mi Pad 5 series is speculated to include at least three devices. These tablets are reportedly codenamed Nabu (model number ending with K82), Enuma (model number ending with K81), and Elish (model number ending with K81A). The Elish model is said to be a variant of the Enuma model, whereas the Nabu is said to be a different device.

The Enuma and Elish models are expected to feature the sm8250 chipset by Qualcomm. Hence, these tablets are likely to feature Snapdragon 865, SD865+, or the SD870 chip. The Nabu edition may come with an sm8150 chip, which indicates that it may feature SD855, SD855+, or SD860.

Alleged render of the XIaomi Mi Pad 5 — An alleged render of the Xiaomi Mi Pad 5

The Mi Pad 5 trio is expected to feature an IPS LCD screen that offers a 2560 x 1600 pixels resolution and an aspect ratio of 16:10. The screen size of these tablets could be around 10 to 11 inches. The Nabu model is expected to house a battery of around 8,720mAh capacity. Probably, this model could end up as the vanilla Mi Pad 5.

The Mi Pad 5 series is also speculated to arrive with support for up to 120Hz refresh rate and it will run on a slightly modified version of MIUI. As can be seen in the above-shown fan-made render of the Mi Pad 5, it is expected to arrive with a triple camera system. For security, it may feature a side-mounted fingerprint reader. It is unclear whether the Mi Pad 5 series will arrive with stylus support. With flagship specs onboard, the Mi Pad 5 series is expected to rival top-tier tablets from other brands like the upcoming Galaxy Tab S8 series and the new iPads.

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Honor Tab X7 launched in China for 899 Yuan ($140), with a 5,100mAh battery

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May 7, 2021

Honor held a new product launch conference earlier today (7th May 2021), officially launching a new tablet. This is the new Tab X7, which starts from 899 Yuan (roughly 140 US Dollars) and is powered by a large 5,100mAh battery pack.

The Honor Tab X7 from the Chinese tech giant arrives in three different configurations. The lower end variant is the WiFi only model that features 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage that is priced at 899 Yuan (roughly 140 US Dollars), while the higher end model also offers the same memory and storage size for a price of 1,199 Yuan (roughly 185 US Dollars) but with supports for 4G LTE as well. The last model is a children’s version that is priced at 999 Yuan (roughly 155 US Dollars).

Talking about the device itself, the Honor Tab X7 arrives with an 8 inch IPS display panel that has a resolution of 1280x800px resolution. This offers a screen to body ratio of up to 80 percent. The bezel measures in at just 4.9mm at the narrowest to offer users a more immersive visual experience while the device itself weighs about 325 grams. Notably, the kids’ version of the tablet arrives with in built education based softwares and features to help in the academic growth of children. This is further supplemented by the various multi tasking and integrated multi window functionality offered by the company.

Its display also arrives with a certification from the Chinese National Eye Engineering Center for Eye Care along with Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification. Under the hood, the tablet is equipped with MediaTek MT8768T processor that runs Magic UI 4.0 custom skin. On the front, it sports a 2 megapixel selfie camera, while the rear houses a 5 megapixel camera sensors. Through its large 5,100mAh battery, one can expect a HD video playback of up to 10 hours or 88 hours of non stop audio playback as well.

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Xiaomi’s upcoming J18s foldable has under-display camera, 108MP triple cameras, and more

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May 7, 2021

Xiaomi is reportedly working on two new flagship phones. These phones are codenamed K8 and J18s and they are expected to arrive as the company’s first devices with an in-screen camera. Today, reliable Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station took to Weibo to reveal a few key specs of the J18s phone.

The Xiaomi MI MIX Fold debuted in March as the company’s first foldable phone. It is speculated that the J18s is the second foldable smartphone from the brand. The tipster claims that there is a slight change on the J18s as it carries support for a 90Hz refresh rate.

The original Mi MIX Fold has a 90Hz outer display, whereas its inner screen supports only a 60Hz refresh rate. Probably, the inner screen of the J18s foldable will also support a 90Hz refresh rate. He added that the device has a triple camera system featuring a 108-megapixel primary camera, a liquid lens with 3x optical zoom, and an ultrawide snapper.

Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold Featured A — Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold

However, the major highlight of the device is that it is equipped with an in-screen camera. The exact moniker of the device is not known yet. Presumably, this device could be an updated version of the Mi MIX Fold.

Last year in August, Xiaomi showcased the third generation in-display camera technology. It claimed that its tech can let the underlying camera can see through the gaps in its sub-pixels. The display area above the camera can produce the same density of pixels as the rest of the display. Hence, the screen will be able to perfectly disguise the under-screen camera. Also, the selfie snapper will be able to deliver results similar to conventional front-facing cameras.

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New update turns the Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold into a ‘Pocket PC’

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May 7, 2021

The Mi MIX Fold is the first and the only Xiaomi foldable smartphone. The company announced this device in late March. Just like the Mi 11 Pro, this handset is also exclusive to China. Almost a month after the foldable went on sale, it is receiving a new system update with features that were showcased at the launch conference.

The main benefit of foldable smartphones that unfold into a tablet is productivity. But for some reason, the Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold lacked those features at launch.

But thankfully, the company is now pushing these features before more customers get their hands on the device. The update that brings these features comes with build number V12.0.10.0.RJTCNXM and is being seeded out in batches.

The main highlight of this new system update for the Mi Mix Fold is the addition of a feature called ‘Pocket PC’. As the name suggests, this feature turns the foldable into a PC.

This feature enables a new UI mimicking a PC, complete with a start menu, taskbar, and control center. Two other features called ‘Parallel Window’ and ‘Free Window Fingertip Dragging’ along with ‘Pocket PC’ allow users to use multiple apps in windows form and drag and drop content from one window to another, just like on a computer.

Samsung and Huawei offer a similar feature on their foldables as well as regular flagship smartphones in the form of Dex and EMUI Desktop respectively. But those require an external display.

Last but not least, the MIUI 12.0.10.0 update for the Mi MIX Fold also brings a ‘3D Surround Sound’ feature for the handset’s four speakers, a new ‘One-click Incognito’ option, and a fix for the Xiaomi SIM card activation service reminder issue.

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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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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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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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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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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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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