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

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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 at $184.72 (after discount)@AliExpress

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 at $18.89 (After Discount) @Amazon US

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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Lenovo gives us an early look at the Xiaoxin Pad Plus, confirms chipset

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May 6, 2021

Yesterday, Lenovo revealed some key specs of its upcoming tablet, the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021. It also included some images that gave us a partial look at the flagship tablet. Today, it has shared another press render, this time of its other tablet, the Xiaoxin Pad Plus.

The Xiaoxin Pad Plus will have a smooth soft finish according to Lenovo. The tablet is shown in white with a dual-tone finish in the image but there is a possibility this will not be the only colorway available.

The render also shows that the tablet has dual rear cameras that protrude and Dolby Atmos.

The Xiaoxin Pad Plus will be a mid-range tablet with a Snapdragon 750G processor powering it. Lenovo confirmed the chipset in a reply to a question about the chip inside it. The Xiaoxin Pad Plus is expected to have a 5G modem but there should also be Wi-Fi variants available for those who want.

There is a possibility that the tablet will be sold outside China as the Lenovo Tab M10 5G. This is because the Tab M10 5G’s model number (TB-X607Z) is similar to that of the Xiaoxin Pad Plus (TB-J607Z). However, the former will have a different processor – the Snapdragon 690 – which is also a 5G processor.

Lenovo is yet to announce a release date for the new Xiaoxin Pad tablets neither has it announced when the new Tab M10 5G will be unveiled.

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Samsung Galaxy M11 gets Android 11 (One UI Core 3.1) update

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May 6, 2021

Samsung launched the Galaxy M11 in the first half of 2020. Since, its debut, the smartphone has received multiple price cuts, at least in India. Almost a year after its announcement, the device has started receiving the Android 11 update.

The Android 11 update for the Samsung Galaxy M11 arrives as One UI Core 3.1. According to a report by SamMobile, this update is currently live in Vietnam.

The latest system update for the South Korean tech giant’s budget smartphone comes with firmware version M115FXXU2BUD8. Apart from bringing Android 11 and the new One UI features, the new update also bumps up the security patch level to April 2021.

Users in Vietnam can head over to Settings > Software update > Download and install to check whether their unit has received the Android 11-based One UI Core 3.1 update. Users in other markets can also try this since they should also get this update in the coming days.

That said, the Samsung Galaxy M11 launched with One UI 2.x based on Android 10. Hence, One UI Core 3.1 (Android 11) is the handset’s first-ever major system update. It is not sure whether this phone will be receiving Android 12 in the future. However, it has been confirmed to get at least four years of security updates.

ZTE’s new enterprise-exclusive Tianji Axon A31 series is based on the Axon 30 series

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May 6, 2021

ZTE has announced a new series of smartphones in China. The Tianji Axon A31 series is based on the Axon 30 series but adds a security chip, support for dual profiles, and is exclusive to enterprise users (government officials, the police, and business professionals).

The Axon A31 series includes the Axon A31, the Axon A31 Pro, and the Axon A31 Ultra. The Axon A31 and the Axon A31 Pro share the same design as the Axon 30 Pro while the Axon A31 Ultra is based on the Axon 30 Ultra. All three phones have support for dual profiles – one for work and the other for personal use. They also have a special security encryption chip.

Unlike the other two models, the Axon A31 is not a flagship and some of its specs are different from that of the Axon 30 Pro. It swaps the Snapdragon 888 processor for the Snapdragon 768G, has a 64MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP quad camera, and instead of a 16MP selfie camera, it has a 44MP selfie camera.

The three phones run MyOS 11 based on Android 11.

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OnePlus 6/6T users can finally experience Android 11 courtesy of LineageOS 18.1

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May 6, 2021

Late last month, OnePlus revealed that Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 Open Beta for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T will be released by the end of August. That means the stable update for these smartphones could be arriving after Android 12 goes official. But thankfully, power users of these devices can experience Android 11 right away.

At the end of March, LineageOS 18.1 based on Android 11 went official. The new version of the popular custom ROM brought Android 11 to 76 devices at launch.

Now, more than a month later, developers have released official nightly builds for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T. Hence, interested users can try Android 11 on their smartphones without waiting till August for OxygenOS 11 Open Beta.

In order to install LineageOS 18.1, users will have to unlock the bootloader of their phone. Followed by that, they will have to replace the stock OnePlus recovery with a custom recovery like TWRP.

Once done, all they have to do is download the latest available nightly build from the LineageOS official website and install it via custom recovery. Additionally, they will have to install GApps package like OpenGApps for Google apps and services.

Unfortunately, custom ROMs are not for everyone. Hence, if you don’t have any prior experience, it’s better to wait for the official Android 11 update from OnePlus later this year.

Deal: Get Ulefone Armor 8 Pro for $169.99 (Original Price $250)

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May 6, 2021

Ulefone Armor 8 Pro which has a retail price of $249.99 is available for a heavily discounted price of $169.99 only at AliExpress.

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Ulefone Armor 8 Pro at $169.99 @AliExpress

Ulefone Armor 8 Pro is specifically designed for adventure lovers and globe trotters who regularly find themselves in harsh conditions and extreme environments. The smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Helio P60 AI processor and comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage space. It features a beautiful scratch and drop-proof, waterdrop 6.1-inch screen and is fueled by a massive 5580mAh battery with 15W fast charging.

The phone comes with IP68/69 and MIL-STD 810G military certification, which makes it waterproof, dustproof, drop-proof, and high temperature and pressure resistant. It features a rear triple camera set up with a 16MP main camera and 5MP + 2MP secondary cameras. As for your selfies, you have a versatile 8MP front-facing camera. With tailor-made shortcut keys and a face ID and fingerprint sensor, the smartphone is easy to use and safe and secure.

Generally retailing at $249.99, you can now buy Ulefone Armor 8 Pro for just $169.99 on AliExpress. Please note that this deal is applicable on the Red, Orange, and Black color variant shipped from the China warehouse. So place your order before this super deal expires.

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Lenovo Tab M10 5G appears online with Snapdragon 690, 6GB RAM, and WUXGA display

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May 6, 2021

Last month, Lenovo officially confirmed that it will be launching a new tablet called Xiaoxin Pad Plus in China. Additionally, a tipster revealed that the company will be also releasing a 5G variant of this tablet. Now, weeks later, the international variant of the said tablet appears on Geekbench and Google Play Console.

Lenovo Tab M10 5G Google Play Console — Lenovo Tab M10 5G | Source: Google Play Console via MySmartPrice

A new Lenovo tablet called Lenovo Tab M10 5G has been spotted on online databases. The device’s listings confirm some of its specifications.

According to Geekbench, this unreleased tablet will run Android 11 and will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 SoC coupled with 4GB RAM. Whereas, Google Play Console suggests that there will be a 6GB RAM variant as well.

Further, this tablet will sport an unknown-sized display with a resolution of 1200 x 1920 pixels (WUXGA) and 240 DPI. Lastly, the Lenovo Tab M10 5G will come with model number TB-X607Z.

This model number is similar to that of the WiFi-only variant of the Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Plus (TB-J607Z). Hence, we think the Lenovo Tab M10 5G will be sold as Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Plus 5G in China.

But there’s a problem with this speculation. Digital Chat Station claims that the Xiaoxin Pad Plus 5G will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G chipset.

Hence, as of now, we can say that there could be two 5G variants of this tablet with different chipsets.

Get Xiaomi Mi 11 5G for $649 from Giztop

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May 6, 2021

Giztop is giving Xiaomi Mi 11 5G for a discounted price of $649.

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Xiaomi Mi 11 5G at $649 @Giztop

Xiaomi Mi 11 5G features a 6.81 inch 2K AMOLED display and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. With an 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM, and the Snapdragon 888 Octa-Core processor this flagship is powerful enough for your daily needs.

The smartphone comes with triple rear cameras with a massive 108MP main camera and a 13MP ultrawide and 5MP micro camera. The 20MP selfie camera is adequate for all your social media needs and the cinematic filters and ultra night video function make it a pleasure to capture images and videos in dim and night light. Xiaomi Mi 11, supports 55W wired charging and 50W wireless charging and is fueled by a 4600mAh battery.

Giztop is giving out Xiaomi Mi 11 5G at a discounted price of $649. Please note that this deal is applicable only on the 8GB – 128GB and Blue color variant. The price may vary according to the variant. So make sure to check out the same before you place your order.

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Xiaomi and Oppo see strong growth in Western Europe in Q1 2021, while Huawei faces decline

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May 6, 2021

A new report has revealed that Chinese smartphone brands like Xiaomi and Oppo have seen impressive growth in Western Europe in the first quarter of this year, while Huawei sees a slump in performance.

According to a recent tweet from Canalys, smartphone manufacturers from China have seen strong performance in the region in Q1 2021. The tweet even shared an image that showcased the market shares of various vendors as well as their year on year growth. Looking at this image, it is clear that Samsung leads the market with a sizeable 43 percent market share, followed by Apple that had a 24 percent market share. Xiaomi, Oppo, and Huawei rounded up the list.

While Xiaomi and Oppo have a relatively lower market share, with 15 percent and 4 percent respectively, than Samsung and Apple, both brands saw explosive growth in the region. Samsung and Apple saw a 49 percent and 28 percent growth respectively, while Xiaomi saw a notable 89 percent growth and Oppo saw a whopping 193 percent growth. Huawei arrived last in the list with a mere 3 percent market share but its lower market share was due to its massive decline of 80 percent in the region while the other brands saw a positive performance.

Huawei’s decline is likely due to the various US sanctions that disrupted its supply chain and severely crippled its smartphone operations globally. This, in turn, led to its rivals like Oppo to try and fill in the vacuum left by Huawei. Meanwhile, Apple noted a strong quarter thanks to its larger iPhone 12 devices, as per Canalys.

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Sony faces lawsuit for limiting purchase of games on PlayStation Store

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May 6, 2021

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC is apparently being sued for running an unlawful monopoly by restricting purchases of PlayStation games to its in house store. The news arrives from a consumers that have filed for the lawsuit.

According to a Bloomberg report, the Japanese tech giant might be facing a class action lawsuit by gamers that stated that the company has stopped allowing third party like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart, from selling download codes for PlayStation games two years ago. This has allowed the Sony PlayStation Store to become the only official source for the purchase of any digital PlayStation games. In other words, creating a monopoly in the market.

According to the consumers that have proposed the lawsuit, Sony’s monopoly allows it to charge supracompetitive prices for digital PlayStation games, which are significantly higher than their physical counterparts sold in a competitive retail market, and significantly higher than they would be in a competitive retail market for digital games.’ The sources further added that consumers can end up spending as much as 175 percent more for downloadable games than the sames ones that features a disk.

Unfortunately, Sony has yet to respond to any queries regarding this lawsuit as of right now. The case has been filed with the U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (San Francisco). So stay tuned for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information or any interesting development surfaces regarding this matter.

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Apple could lead the AIO PC market with its new M1 iMacs: Report

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May 6, 2021

Apple is expected to become the market leader for AIO (All in One) PC. The news arrives after the company recently announced its newest iMacs that feature its in house M1 chipsets.

According to a DigiTimes report, the Cupertino based giant is expected to lead the market since chip and component suppliers are prioritizing their shipments to support high end products, including the latest iMac. Furthermore, the iPhone maker is also expected to overtake HP as the top all in one PC brand vendor, as per sources close to the matter. Apart from leading the market with the help of the appeal of its new iMacs, the company also has an advantage in the chip supply chain.

In the AIO PC market, HP had achieved its success in the segment through its good range of sizes, stylish design, and affordable pricing as well. The company offers anywhere between low end to even high end models that helped it lead the market. But now, the PC market is expected to see a shift due to the impacts of the global chip shortage that has caused various companies to struggle to keep up with demand.

Notably, the company also has the advantage in terms of chip supply with TSMC, as it has commissioned the firm to make its own M1 processors. The brand also focuses more towards higher end specifications, higher margin chips, that would put Apple in a much better position than its predecessors.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 tipped to launch early August with an affordable price tag

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May 6, 2021

Various reports have claimed that Samsung will be announcing the Galaxy Z Flip3 clamshell phone with a foldable screen in July or August. A fresh leak claims that the Galaxy Z Flip3 will debut in early August. The leak also reveals that it will be arriving with an affordable price tag.

It can be said based on the tweet by well-known tipster Tron, the Galaxy Z Flip3 may debut on Aug. 3. The Snapdragon 865+ powered Galaxy Z Flip 5G that debuted last year carried a price tag of $1,499. The tipster claimed that the Galaxy Z Flip3 will arrive with a starting price of $999 or $1,099.

Recent reports have revealed the design of the Galaxy Z Flip3, but the rumor mill is yet to spill information on its specs. A leaked promo video of the Galaxy Z Flip3 that appeared earlier this week revealed that it could be coming with a two-tone design and multiple colors such as gray, white, purple, green, black, beige, blue, and pink.

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

The Galaxy Z Flip3 is expected to feature a larger external display of 1.83 inches. It has a dual-camera system, which reportedly includes a 12-megapixel main snapper and a 12-megapixel ultrawide snapper. The inner screen of the Z Flip3 may feature a punch-hole design with a 10-megapixel selfie camera.

For better durability, the Galaxy Z Flip3 may come with a renewed Armor Frame and Gorilla Glass Victus protection on the outside. It is unclear which processor will be fueling the Z Flip3. Rumors have it that it may sell in variants like 128 GB and 256 GB. It remains to be seen whether the Galaxy Z Fold3 debuts alongside the Z Flip3.

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OPPO Smart TV K9 Series Launched: 3 Sizes, ColorOS TV 2.0, MediaTek Chipsets, & More

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May 6, 2021

As scheduled, OPPO has launched the OPPO Smart TV K9 Series in China at the OPPO K9 5G launch event. The company also announced OPPO Band Vitality Edition and OPPO Enco Air at this conference. Let us take a look at the specs, features, price, and availability of these new televisions.

OPPO Smart TV K9 Series Specifications and Features

The OPPO Smart TV K9 Series consists of three models. Unlike Xiaomi Mi TVs, these televisions not only differ in sizes but also in terms of features as well.

First and foremost, the lineup includes three sizes – 43-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch. All three variants flaunt an LED-backlit (DLED) LCD panel and a metal frame. However, the specs of the display are different.

The 43-inch model has an FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels) screen with a 60Hz refresh rate, 230 nits typical brightness level, and low blue light mode. On the other hand, the 55-inch and 65-inch versions sport a 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels) display with a 60Hz refresh rate, 1.07 billion colors, 93% DCI-P3 color gamut, ΔE<2 color accuracy, 300 nits typical brightness level, and low blue light mode.

Anyway, all three versions support HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG. But the 55-inch and 65-inch models can also decode and pass HDR10+ content. Additionally, the 65-inch variant also supports 60Hz dynamic MEMC.

Further, the 43-inch and 55-inch versions are powered by a MediaTek MT9632 SoC consisting of 4 x ARM Cortex-A53 CPU cores and ARM Mali-G52 MC1 GPU. Whereas, the 65-inch variant features a MediaTek MT9652 chipset comprising of 4 x ARM Cortex-A73 CPU cores and ARM Mali-G52 MC1 GPU.

All three come with 2GB RAM and run ColorOS TV 2.0. But the storage is only 8GB on the 43-inch model as compared to 16GB on the other two. Anyway, all three televisions support dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0.

As far ar as ports are concerned, all the TVs have 1 x DTMB, 1 x digital audio port (coaxial), 2 x USB 2.0, and 1 x LAN (Ethernet). Further, the 55-inch and 65-inch versions also have an AV port but it is RCA on the former and 3-in-1 on the latter.

Then, the 43-inch and 55-inch variants sport 3 x HDMI 2.0. However, the 65-inch version comes with 3 x HDMI 2.1 and one of them even supports eARC.

As for audio, all three televisions ship with Bluetooth voice and NFC-enabled remote control for Xiaobu AI assistant and to share content from OPPO smartphones. But additionally, the 55-inch and 65-inch models also come with far-field microphones. Also, these TVs have 2 x 15W (30W) speakers as opposed to 2 x 10W (20W) speakers on the 43-inch variant. But all of them support Dolby Audio.

Last but not least, the 55-inch and 65-inch also support an optional 1080p (FHD) external webcam accessory.

OPPO Smart TV K9 Price and Availability

The OPPO Smart TV K9 Series will retail for the following price tags in China.

OPPO Smart TV K9 43-inch – ¥1,999 ($309)
OPPO Smart TV K9 55-inch – ¥2,799 ($432)
OPPO Smart TV K9 65-inch – ¥3,999 ($618)

However, these televisions will be selling for ¥1,799 ($278), ¥1,999 ($309), and ¥3,299 ($510) respectively for a limited time. Their first sale is scheduled for May 11.

Lastly, OPPO will be also selling a bundle consisting of OPPO Smart TV K9 43-inch and OPPO K9 5G (8GB + 128GB) for only ¥2,999 ($463). But this deal will be limited to 999 customers only.

Huawei AX2 Pro router to support Wi-Fi 6 Plus: Leak

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