Foldable smartphone shipments to reach 18 million by 2022 end: Report

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Apr 23, 2021

Apple is working on a new biometric technology that will be able to track blood pressure by utilizing neutral networks and seismocardiogram data. This would remove the need for a blood pressure cuff.

According to a recent patent publication (Via AppleInsider), the Cupertino based giant is working on a wearable device that could be paired with Apple Watch. This technology might be capable of monitoring a user’s blood pressure in the future without the need for any additional peripherals. In the patent application titled “Interpretable neural networks for cuffless blood pressure estimation,” the company describes the use of neutral networks to estimate blood pressure using seismocardiogram data.

This device would use a seismocardiogram measures the micro vibrations produced by the heart beating rather than using electrocardiogram, which uses an electrical signals to monitor heart rate. While seismocardiogram devices that are small do already exist, these “wearables” are usually placed over a user’s sternum to measure minute vibrations in or near the heart. So, it is unclear how the iPhone maker aims to implement this new technology.

The patent from the company also states that the system would function by using an individually pruned neutral network. This neural network would then be capable of estimating blood pressure based on the recorded data. Keep in mind, that this is just a patent at the moment and could just be the company’s attempt to cover all bases, so take this report with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more updates.

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Deal: Get Honor Band 6 for $39.99 (Coupons)

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Apr 23, 2021

AliExpress is giving out this fantastic deal on the Honor Band 6. The smart band can be availed at a discounted price of $39.99 by using the coupon code: BAND6GLOBAL or IXAB5ZLAAV24

Honor Band 6 comes in three color variants viz: Meteorite Balck, Sandstone Gray, and Coral Pink and features a 1.47” AMOLED color touch screen with 46 global language support. A single charge gives you two weeks of continuous battery life.

The smart fitness band features advanced health management functions like 24h heart rate monitoring, female cycle management, and reminder, SpO2 (blood oxygen levels) tracker, TruSleep 2.0 sleep management tech, etc and comes with 10 in-built sports mode with further options for customization.

This waterproof fitness band also features other generic functions like step counter, calorie counter, incoming call notification, alarm, sleep time reminder, etc.

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Fujifilm unveils the Nintendo Switch-themed Instax Mini Link photo printer

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Apr 23, 2021

Fujifilm has struck a partnership with game console manufacturer Nintendo to bring some of Nintendo’s iconic themes to the new version of Fujifilm’s Instax Mini Link photo printer, which is due for unveiling on April 30. The upcoming photo printer will contain Nintendo Switch themes and, with the Instax Mini Link app, you could edit your Switch screenshots, add Nintendo characters to your photos and print them on Instax film. Fujifilm’s Instax film brings back memories of the Polaroid era of photo production for photo enthusiasts.

According to Fujifilm, its teeming customers should expect the new Switch-inspired Instax Mini Link printer to be released on April 30 and cost $100. A more glamorous version will be available from May 2021 at the cost of $120.

The Nintendo-themed Instax Mini printer bears a striking resemblance with the current Instax Mini Link, but it comes in Switch-inspired red and blue trim, together with a few exquisite design features and accessories.

Fujifilm will also release the accompanying Instax Mini Link app that would be available for download free and compatible with the existing Instax Mini Link printer. The app is called the Instax Mini Link for Nintendo Switch and would enable users to transfer shots from their Switch using a QR code. There are presently up to 60 Nintendo-themed frames available in the app that a user can pick from and several filters. The frames were drawn from characters in several of Nintendo’s popular games and even the upcoming and highly innovative New Pokémon Snap.

It is expected that this new collaboration between Fujifilm and Nintendo will attract a segment of Nintendo’s gaming fans. The global rollout plans may be unveiled by Fujifilm soon.

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Intel CEO believes that the Chip Shortage could last for two more years

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Apr 23, 2021

Intel CEO believes that the global chip shortage that the world is currently struggling with, could potentially last for a couple of more years. The company’s executive thinks that the issue could be prolonged by up to 2 more years.

According to a WallStreetJournal report, the senior official made the statement during the recent earnings report. Pat Gelsinger, the CEO of the semiconductor giant said that “This is a pivotal year for Intel,” after the company recorded a weaker quarterly earnings. Gelsinger stated that the supply constraints that has already affected various industry across the globe will continue until additional capacities are built. These new capacities could help ease the chip shortage and help supply catch up with demand.

The chips made will cushion the blow that has affected the automobile and consumer electronic products. In an interview, Pat said that “This will take a while until people can put more capacity in the ground. It’s just the way it is when you’re building new factories.” For those unaware, the global shortage has already disrupted manufacturing across numerous industries that has led to halting of automobile production and even certain home appliances as well.

Recently, US President Joe Biden met with various tech giants and semiconductor based firms to address the issue and even pledged 50 billion US Dollars for the semiconductor industry. As per Gelsinger, “The investment needed at the scale required is immense.” Pat also promised to have some production capacity made available to help in easing the chip shortage.

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Galaxy A22 5G with Dimensity 700 spotted at Geekbench, Likely to debut as the cheapest 5G phone by Samsung

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Apr 23, 2021

The rumor mill is gradually spilling information about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A22 smartphone. Rumors surrounding it have claimed that it will be arriving as the most affordable Samsung phone with 5G support. The handset has now appeared at the Geekbench benchmarking platform (via) to confirm some of its key details.

The Galaxy A22 5G has surfaced with its SM-A226GB model number on the benchmarking site. The device has scored 562 in the single-core test and 1765 in the multi-core test. It is powered by a MediaTek chip, which is mentioned with its MT6833/NZA model number.

This chip is the Dimensity 700 5G, which powers the likes of the Realme 8 5G, Realme V13 5G, Realme Q3i 5G, Vivo Y72 5G, Redmi Note 10 5G, and so on. Coming back to the Geekbench listing, the phone boots to Android 11 OS. The SoC is coupled with 6 GB of RAM.

Yesterday, popular tipster Steve Hemmerstoffer shared the CAD renders of the Galaxy A22 5G. The renders revealed that it has a waterdrop notch display on the front and its rear has a squarish camera housing. The power button of the phone is integrated with a fingerprint scanner.

Samsung-Galaxy-A22-5G-renders-3 — Galaxy A22 5G render, Credit: Steve Hemmerstoffer / Voice

The smartphone is expected to arrive with a 6.5-inch LCD display and a front camera of 13-megapixel. The rear camera setup of the phone could be headlined by a 48-megapixel camera. The device is expected to arrive with a price tag of around 229 euros (~$276) in June and it could be available in colors like grey, white, light green, and purple. The South Korean company is expected to release a 4G version of the phone in some markets like India.

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Redmi K40 Game Enhanced Edition to feature 120Hz OLED panel with HDR 10+ support

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Apr 23, 2021

Earlier today (23rd April 2021), the Redmi K40 Game Enhanced Edition was teased again. Company officials revealed on social media that the new variant of the K40 will feature a more expensive display solution.

In the recent teaser image poster share by Lu Weibing, the Chinese tech giant’s General Manager, revealed that the K40 Game Enhanced Edition will arrive with an OLED panel that supports high refresh rate along with ultra thin bezels on three corners and a slim chin at the bottom. This panel will also support 120Hz high refresh rate, along with P3 color gamut, HDR 10+, 8192 brightness adjustment options, and can display about 1.07 billion colors. The device is confirmed to arrive in two color variants as well, namely Black and White with lines and text being visible on the rear to accentuate the design of the device.

For those unaware, this Redmi K40 variant is specifically tailored to offer a superior gaming experience. Thus, it offers shoulder mounted buttons for a console like controller experience, along with the high refresh rate. Under the hood, it sports a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC, which is cooled by a VC liquid cooling and 11540mm² area of graphene. The latest trailer also teases the device’s rear panel, with a camera ring and shoulder mounted buttons rising up when switching to gaming mode.

Other expected specifications include 8GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage, and an 6.67 inch FHD+ display, TUV Rheinland’s High-Game performance certification for 5G connectivity, MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 out of the box. The smartphone is set for a launch date of 27th April 2021, so stay tuned for more updates.

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Xiaomi Mi QLED TV 4K 75 launched as the company’s most expensive product in India to date

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Apr 23, 2021

Xiaomi has officially launched the Mi QLED TV 4K 75 in India alongside the Mi 11 Ultra and the Mi 11X series. This new television is a larger 75-inch variant of the already available Mi QLED TV 4K 55, which was released in December. This TV is also known as Mi TV Q1 75” in Europe. Let us take a look at its specs, features, price, and availability in India.

Xiaomi Mi QLED TV 4K 75 Specifications and Features

As its name suggests, the newly launched Xiaomi Mi QLED TV 75 sports a 75-inch QLED panel with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels (4K), 120Hz refresh rate, and 178° viewing angle. The screen has 1.07 billion colors (8-Bit + FRC), 10,000:1 contrast ratio, 192 zones for local dimming, and 1000 nits peak brightness.

Further, the panel covers 100% of the NTSC color gamut and 95% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. It also supports MEMC and multiple HDR standards (Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG).

Talking about the design, the TV features a metal alloy frame. The company claims it to feature a 97% screen-to-body ratio with minimal bezels all around except for the chin.

The television is powered by a MediaTek MT9611 SoC coupled with 2GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. On the connectivity and ports front, it supports dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, infrared, 3 x HDMI 2.1 (eARC, ALLM), 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x optical, 1 x 3.5mm headphone jack, 1 x AV, and 1 x Ethernet.

As for software, the Mi QLED TV 75 runs Android TV 10 with PatchWall content aggregation launcher comprising of over 25+ streaming services. Just like the Redmi Smart TV X series, this television also comes with the Mi Home app to control Xiaomi smart devices.

Last but not least, this TV sports 2 x 15W (30W) speakers comprising of 2 tweeters and 4 woofers with support for Dolby Audio and DTS-HD. It also has a 360° microphone system for hands-free Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa (OTA update pending).

Xiaomi Mi QLED TV 4K 75 Price and Availability

The Xiaomi Mi QLED TV 4K 75 is priced at ₹1,19,999 ($1,600) in India. It will be sold on Mi.com, Mi Home, and Flipkart starting April 27 at 12 PM. It is Xiaomi’s most expensive product in India to date.

Customers can avail up to ₹7,500 cashback on HDFC Bank debit/credit cards and up to 12-month no-cost EMI.

Xiaomi next gen flagship and foldable smartphones to feature under screen camera: Tipster

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Apr 23, 2021

A tipster has revealed that the next gen flagship and foldable smartphones from Xiaomi will feature an under screen camera display. The technology will be in its ultra high end models and will be the first from the company.

Last year, the Chinese tech giant had revealed that it had reached mass production levels for its under screen camera technology, which was expected to be seen later this year. For those unaware, an under display camera is essentially a screen technology where the camera is housed under the display but is designed in a manner to allow light to permeate through a certain part of it. This makes it capable of taking images from below the screen, eliminating the need for a notch, punch hole, or even a pop up camera.

Xiaomi 3 gen under screen camera selfie — Xiaomi’s 3rd Gen under screen camera prototype

Furthermore, officials from the company have also stated in the past that its third generation under screen camera display will be one of the best implementations of the technology, as per an MyDrivers report. Unfortunately, its still too early to know which smartphone models will features the technology. The tipster (@数码闲聊站) also refrained from offering any specific information so we have no way of confirming the report. But, the company is expected to launch a device with this technology in the near future so stay tuned for more updates.

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Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra launched in India for Rs 69,999 (~$933)

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Apr 23, 2021

Last month, Xiaomi held a mega launch event to announce multiple smartphones including the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra flagship. Today, the Chinese manufacturer held a dedicated virtual launch event for India to announce phones like the Mi 11 Ultra, MI 11X, and Mi 11X Pro.

The Xiaomi Mi 11X and Mi 11X Pro are rebranded versions of China’s Redmi K40 and Redmi K40 Pro+ phones with India-centric customizations. Dubbed as “Superphone” by Xiaomi, the Mi 11 Ultra is packed with topnotch specs like a QHD+ display, Snapdragon 888 mobile platform, Samsung GN2 50-megapixel lens, and a 5,000mAh battery with blazing fast wired and wireless charging capabilities.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra specifications and features

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra has a 6.81-inch E4 AMOLED display that features curved edges and a punch-hole at the upper-left corner. The screen supports Quad HD+ resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate. 1700nits peak brightness, 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut, MEMC, Dolby Vision, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

The premium phone comes with Gorilla Glass Victus protection on the front and a ceramic build on the back. It is the first smartphone from the brand to come with IP68 rated dust and water resistance.

The Snapdragon 888 mobile platform powers the Mi 11 Ultra along with 12 GB LPDDR5 RAM. The phone ships with 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage and a 5,000mAh battery. It supports 67W wired charging, 67W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging. It takes around 36 minutes to completely charge the MI 11 Ultra through the wireless charging tech.

The Mi 11 Ultra has a front-facing camera of 20-megapixel with f/2.3 aperture. The massive camera island on the back features the Samsung GN2 50-megapixel primary camera with a huge sensor size of 1/1.12 inches, an aperture rating of f/1.9 aperture, and OIS support. It is accompanied by a 48-megapixel ultrawide lens that offers a 128-degree FOV, and an OIS-assisted 48-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom and up to 120x of digital zoom. The telephoto and ultrawide cameras are capable of capturing 8K videos at 24fps. The main camera can shoot 8K 24fps footages with HDR10 support.

The MIUI 12 flavored Android 11 OS comes preloaded on the Mi 11 Ultra. It offers users other features like dual SIM support, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, X-axis linear vibration motor, USB-C, dual-frequency GPS, NavIC, Harman Kardon powered stereo speakers, Bluetooth Audio sharing, and Hi-Res / Hi-Res Wireless Audio support. Lastly, the M 11 Ultra features a secondary AMOLED screen inside the rear camera module, which can be used for checking notifications, in-display heart rate monitoring, and as a viewfinder for capturing selfies.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra price in India

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra has arrived in India with a price tag of Rs 69,999 (~$933). It has debuted as the most expensive smartphone from the brand in the country. The device comes in colors like Ceramic Black and Ceramic White. Xiaomi India will be soon confirming the availability of the Mi 11 Ultra.

What do you think about the pricing of the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra for India? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

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Xiaomi launches the Mi 11X series in India, features 120Hz display and Snapdragon 800 series chips

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Apr 23, 2021

Xiaomi has just launched the Mi 11X series in India. In the lineup, the company announced the Mi 11X and the Mi 11X Pro. These devices are essentially the rebranded Redmi K40 and Mi 11i respectively and offer top notch specifications at a reasonable price tag.

In the Chinese tech giant’s Mi Mega Launch event, the company unveiled its flagship Mi 11 Ultra, the new Mi QLED TV 75 inch, and the Mi 11X series. Xiaomi had just recently teased the new handsets earlier this month and they are finally here. The ‘X’ in the model name is to showcase the device’s Xtreme performance, feature Xceptional Display, and Xquisite design. Notably, these devices are also a part of the company’s ‘Made in India” lineup and support local features like NavIC positioning system.

Talking about the specs of these new devices, both the Mi 11X and Mi 11X Pro feature an identical display. The lineup sports an E4 AMOLED display that offers a peak brightness of 1300 nits. Furthermore, the screen also supports high refresh rate of 120Hz and 360Hz touch sampling rate. The 6.67 inch panel also supports HDR 10+ and has a FHD+ resolution. On the front, a 20 megapixel punch hole selfie camera can also be found, which features EIS stabilization.

Under the hood, the Pro variant features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 SoC, which is paired with UFS 3.1 storage and LPDDR5 RAM. On the other hand, the base variant sports a Snapdragon 870 SoC. For memory, the Mi 11X Pro offers 8GB of RAM along with 128GB or 256GB of internal storage. Meanwhile, the Mi 11X will arrive in a 6GB RAM and 8GB RAM variant that will be paired with 128GB of internal storage. The Mi 11X series is powered by a large 4520mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging as well.

Talking about the cameras, the Mi 11X Pro offers a triple camera module, with a 108 megapixel primary sensor, which is paired with an 8 megapixel ultra wide lens and a 5 megapixel macro camera. The Mi 11X also sports a triple camera setup as well, but with a 48 megapixel primary sensor, along with 8 megapixel ultra wide angle lens and 5 megapixel macro camera.

Arriving at the pricing of the lineup, the Mi 11X arrives in two variants:

Mi 11X (6GB + 128GB) – 29,999 INR (roughly 400 US Dollars)
Mi 11X (8GB + 128GB) – 31,999 INR (roughly 427 US Dollars)

Similarly, the Mi 11X Pro will also be available in two variants:

Mi 11X Pro (8GB + 128GB) – 39,999 INR (roughly 534 US Dollars)
Mi 11X Pro (8GB + 256GB) – 41,999 INR (roughly 561 US Dollars)

The Mi 11X will first go on sale from 27th April 2021, while the Mi 11X Pro pre orders begin from 24th April 2021 in India across all channels.

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PSA: OPPO Enco Air (W32) already went official in Italy earlier this month

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Apr 23, 2021

OPPO has confirmed to launch the OPPO Enco Air truly wireless earphones on May 6 in China. These new pair of TWS have been certified by NCC ahead of their release in the company’s home country. But today, we found out that the OPPO Enco Air already went official in Italy earlier this month, courtesy of a local blog called OPPO Hub.

OPPO Enco Air (W32) Specifications and Features

The all-new OPPO Enco Air is also known as OPPO Enco W32. Hence, it could be called the successor of OPPO Enco W31. This product comes in two colors (White, Black).

Like the newly launched OPPO Enco Buds (successor of OPPO Enco W11), the OPPO Enco Air also features Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. Unfortunately, the press release does not mention the size of the drivers. However, these drivers are said to offer high-definition audio quality with deep bass, mids, and crisp highs.

Further, like most budget wireless earbuds, they also feature dual-mic for noise cancellation during calls. But they do not come with ANC (Active Noise Cancellation).

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Anyway, these earbuds not only support gesture controls but also the OPPO HeyMelody app for firmware updates. Last but not least, the OPPO Enco Air truly wireless earphones are said to offer up to 24-hour battery life for music listening or up to 15-hour talk-time with the charging case (440mAh) that charges via USB Type-C.

OPPO Enco Air (W32) Price and Availability

The OPPO Enco Air wireless earphones are priced at € 99.90 in Italy. They will be sold on Amazon Italy in the coming weeks. As mentioned earlier, these earbuds will be debuting in China on May 6. They should be also available in other markets in the coming days.

OPPO A53s 5G smartphone to launch in India on April 27; will be priced under Rs 15,000 ($200)

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Apr 23, 2021

OPPO recently launched the A74 5G smartphone in the Indian market, priced at Rs 17,990. Now, the company is gearing up to launch yet another 5G smartphone in India, which will be priced under Rs 15,000 (~$200).

The company has today confirmed that the OPPO A53s 5G smartphone will debut in the Indian market on 27th April and will be priced under Rs 15,000. It has also been confirmed that the phone will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC.

The teaser image shows that the smartphone features a triple-camera camera on the back and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. From the design, it seems that the device is the same as the OPPO A55 that was recently launched in China.

The smartphone will be available for purchase in India exclusively through the online marketplace Flipkart. To know the phone’s pricing and availability details, we will have to wait for the official launch next week.

The OPPO A53s is expected to come with a 6.5-inch HD+ display with 1600 x 720 pixels screen resolution. It has been confirmed to pack MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor, which is manufactured using the 7nm node.

It is likely to come in two variants — 4GB RAM and 6GB RAM, along with 128GB of internal storage. There could also be a microSD card slot, allowing users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity up to 1TB.

In the camera department, we expect a 13MP primary sensor, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro lens. On the front side, the phone is likely to be equipped with an 8MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The smartphone will be running the Android 11 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own ColorOS 11.1 on top. It could be powered by a 5,000mAh battery with support for fast charging technology.

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Sony launches Reon Pocket 2 wearable AC; priced at 14,850 yen ($138)

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Apr 23, 2021

Last year, Sony had launched the Reon Pocket wearable air conditioner through crowdfunding and now the Japan-based company has launched a successor of the same, dubbed Sony Reon Pocket 2.

The newly launched product looks similar to its predecessor in terms of design but comes with improved internals. Thanks to the improvements, the company claims that it can offer twice the level of heat absorption, resulting in more powerful cooling.

Sony is also saying that the company has improved the sweat-proofing in the Reon Pocket 2, making it more suitable for light exercise situations. It’s noteworthy that the device is not completely dust and waterproof.

The original model launched last year used silicon but this time, the company has upgraded to SUS316L stainless steel for the temperature cooling surface. This should offer more strength and transfer cooler temperatures more easily to the skin. It also comes with four temperature levels that users can adjust to.

This time, the company has partnered with sportswear brands like Le Coq Sportif, Munsingwear, and Descente to produce a range of golf clothing that features pockets for the wearable device to slot into. For using this device with regular clothes, the company has also designed a neckstrap accessory.

The Sony Reon Pocket 2 measures 54 mm x 20 mm by 116 mm (WHD). It weighs 92 grams, which is just slightly more than the original model’s weight of 89 grams. It is now available for purchase in Japan for 14,850 yen, which is approximately $138. Currently, there’s no information about its availability in other regions.

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Huawei Mate 40 Pro 4G and Mate X2 4G powered by Kirin 9000 SoC listed online in China

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Apr 23, 2021

China-based tech giant Huawei has quietly revealed the 4G variants of the Mate 40 Pro and Mate X2 smartphones in its home country. Both the smartphones are the same as the 5G variants, except that these new models don’t come with support for 5G communication.

While the devices have been listed online on Huawei’s official website in China, the company has not yet revealed the pricing and availability details. We expect the pricing to be lower than their 5G variants but to know for sure, we will have to wait for the official announcement from Huawei.

Huawei Mate 40 Pro 4G

The smartphone comes with a 6.76-inch OLED display that offers 2772 × 1344 pixels screen resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a 240Hz touch sampling. It comes with a curved screen that is curved at 68-degree.

The phone has support for an under-display fingerprint sensor as well as 3D face recognitions. This is done through dual front-facing cameras — a 13MP Ultra Vision camera and a 3D Depth Sensing camera. On the backside, the device features a 50MP primary sensor, a 20MP ultra-wide-angle lens, a 12MP periscope Super Zoom camera. There’s also a 3D depth-sensing camera.

Internally, the device is powered by the company’s own HiSilicon Kirin 9000 chipset but it doesn’t support 5G connectivity. It packs 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage with support for expanding storage using a microSD card.

The device runs the company’s own EMUI 11 based on the Android operating system and is powered by a 4,400mAh that supports 66W wired fast charging, 50W wireless charging, and 5W reverse wireless charging.

Huawei Mate X2 4G

This is the 4G variant of the foldable smartphone launched in February this year. The device features a 6.45-inch OLED external screen that offers a 2700 x 1160 pixels screen resolution (456ppi), a 90Hz refresh rate, and a 240Hz touch sampling rate.

There’s also an inner display of 8-inch when unfolded and boasts a 2480 x 2200 pixels screen resolution (413ppi) and a P3 wide color gamut. It is also an OLED panel and has a 90Hz refresh rate but its touch sampling rate is lower at 180Hz.

Under the hood, it is powered by the Kirin 9000 SoC and packs 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. There’s also support for storage expansion through the company’s proprietary NM card slot.

As for the camera, there’s a 50MP f/1.9 RYYB sensor with OIS and it comes along with a 16MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle camera, a 12MP f/2.4 telephoto camera with OIS, and an 8MP f/4.4 RYYB periscope camera. On the front, there’s a 16MP camera but users can take super selfies with the rear cameras when the device is unfolded.

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Lenovo YOGA Duet 2021 powered by 11th-gen Intel Core i5 and 16GB RAM launched in China

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Apr 23, 2021

At the YOGA×Xiaoxin launch event in China, Lenovo has launched a couple of new devices under its YOGA series — YOGA 5G and YOGA Duet 2021. The YOGA 5G debuts as the world’s first 5G personal computer with a SIM card plugged in.

The Lenovo YOGA Duet 2021 is a two-in-one notebook that supports a variety of form-factor switching, giving more convenient access to users. It enables multiple modes on a single device, aiming to meet almost all the requirements from users.

The device can be used as a tablet when the keyboard is removed and can be easily used for media consumption. When the keyboard is attached to the device, it transforms into a laptop, handling all the work-related tasks. It can also be used with a 4096-level pressure-sensitive stylus to convert it to a studio mode.

As for the specifications, it features a 13-inch IPS touch screen display that offers a 16:10 aspect ratio and a screen resolution of 2160 x 1350 pixels. The screen also comes with support for 450nits brightness, 100% sRGB high color gamut, low blue light Rhine certification, DC Dimming, and more.

It is powered by the Intel Core i5 113567 processor, coupled with 16GB of RAM and 512GB SSD. The device comes packed with a 41Wh 4-cell battery that is claimed to provide a battery life of about 13 hours.

The Lenovo YOGA Duet 2021 comes in Space Gray color option and is priced at 6,999 yuan, approximately $1,077. However, during the initial sales, the device will be available for purchase at 6,499 yuan, which is about $1,000. It will go on sale in China from 1st May.

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Mysterious ZTE 7530N spotted at TENAA with full specifications, images

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Apr 23, 2021

A new ZTE phone that has a model number of ZTE 7530N has received certification from the TENAA authority of China. The listing has the entire specifications and images of the phone, but its final product name is yet to be revealed.

The ZTE 7530N has a 6.52-inch IPS LCD panel that seems to feature a centrally aligned punch-hole. The screen supports an HD+ resolution. It has a front camera of 8-megapixel and its rear camera setup has a 16-megapixel main lens, a 5-megapixel secondary snapper, a 2-megapixel camera, and an LED flash.

The smartphone is fueled by an unknown 2.2GHz octa-core processor and 4 GB / 6 GB of RAM. Both models are equipped with 128 GB of internal storage. There is no support for external storage on the device.

The ZTE 7530N runs on Android 11 OS. It draws power from a 3,900mAh rated battery and it features a side-facing fingerprint scanner for security. The 3C appearance of the phone revealed that it carries support for 10W charging. The phone measures 165.8 x 77 x 9.6mm and it weighs 210 grams. It is expected to arrive in grey and blue colors.

There is a possibility that the ZTE 7530N ends up as a Blade series smartphone in China. With TENAA and 3C certifications in tow, it appears that the ZTE 7530N will be debuting soon in China.

In related news, a Red Magic phone with NX666J was spotted at TENAA yesterday. The listing suggested that it could be a flagship phone powered by the Snapdragon 888 mobile platform. It has other specs such as a 6.67-inch OLED FHD+ display, a 4,100mAh battery, up to 12 GB of RAM, up to 512 GB of storage, a 16-megapixel front camera, and a 64-megapixel quad-camera setup.

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Bluetti Launches EB70: A Powerful Portable Power Station for your Appliances

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Apr 23, 2021

If you are a globe trotter or an adventure enthusiast or if you like traveling and staying in the outdoors for a long time, then you must know the importance of a portable charging battery. Your battery is not only your power station but also at times your lifesaver in the outdoors. Hence it is important to invest in good quality and safe batteries.

When it comes to outdoor charging batteries, Bluetti has a lot of options. With an objective to be a sustainable global company that provides powerful yet eco-friendly power station innovations and charging solutions, Bluetti has designed and manufactured some of the best power storage and discharge systems in the world. Their goal is to provide high-quality, eco-friendly power solutions at affordable prices.

Now Bluetti has just launched its latest EB70 portable power station. The power station comes with ultra-stable LiFePO4 battery chemistry and an advanced internal protection controller that ensures the complete safety of your battery as well as appliances. This means you don’t have to worry about overheating, fire, overcharge, explosions, etc.

The uniquely designed EB70 features up to 12 power outlets including a 200W DC7909 Input (PV/AC), 2 x100W USB-C Outlets, 2x USB-A and DC5521 Outlets, 4x AC Outlets, 1x 12V/10A Cig-lighter Outlet, and a 15W wireless charging pad. This means with the EB70, you can charge almost all your home appliances including laptops, cameras, electronic devices, mini cooker, heater, etc.

Keeping in mind the limitations of a nomadic lifestyle and the potential problems that can be faced outdoors, EB70 offers you multiple charging options like wall outlets, solar power, car or traditional gas-fired generator at up to 200 watts, etc. This means you can charge your battery anywhere and everywhere on the go.

EB70 is specifically designed for travelers and hence is extremely portable and compact. It weighs just 21 lbs (9.5kg) and features a foldable handle design that makes it easy to carry around. With its lightweight and highly portable design Bluetti EB 70 is one of the most compact power station products in the 700Wh capacity segment.

As far as its charging capacity is concerned, EB70 comes with up to 2500+ charge cycles and within just 3 hours you can fast charge the first 80% capacity with BLUETTI’s latest SP200 solar panel. For wall outlets, and vehicle recharge it only takes about 2.9hrs from 0-80% @200W, and with an exclusive built-in MPPT controller, the EB70 can be fast-charged using solar power within just 4.5 hours @200W solar power input.

Unlike heavy, bulky, and noisy gas-fired generators, lithium power stations like the BLUETTI EB70 can power your needs quietly, steadily, and safely without any unwanted noise or toxic fumes.

Bluetti EB70 is retailing at $599. But for a limited period, the company is offering the product at a $100 discount for $499 only. Check out their official website for more details.

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