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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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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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.

OPPO K9 5G to debut with Snapdragon 768G

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Apr 23, 2021

Rumors have it that the OPPO PEXM00 smartphone that was spotted on China’s TENAA and 3C certification sites will be breaking cover as the OPPO K9 5G in China. The smartphone is slated to go official on May 6, and it is already up for pre-orders on Chinese retailer sites. While most specs of the K9 5G, there was no confirmation on its chipset. The Chinese manufacturer has now confirmed that it will be coming with Snapdragon 768G chipset.

The Snapdragon 768G, which fuels the OPPO K9 5G delivers peak clocking speeds of 2.8GHz. This SoC is an overclocked version of the Snapdragon 765G. The company has also confirmed that the K9 will be arriving with 3D liquid cooling technology.

The OPPO K9 5G is expected to arrive as OPPO’s most affordable with 65W fast charging support. The rear-facing triple camera system of the device has a 64-megapixel main camera. The pre-orders listings of the phone have revealed that it will be available in China in options like 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. The phone will be arriving in black and gradient blue color editions.

Other reports have revealed that the OPPO K9 5G has a 6.43-inch AMOLED FHD+ screen, which is integrated with a fingerprint scanner. The display punch-hole features a 32-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls, and its rear camera setup has a 64-megapixel main lens, an 8-megapixel secondary shooter, and a 2-megapixel third camera. The OPPO K9 5G has a 2,100mAh dual-cell battery and it boots to Android 11 OS.

There is no word on the pricing of the OPPO K9 5G smartphone. Part from launching the K9 on May 6, the company will be also unleashing the OPPO Enco Air TWS and a new OPPO Band.

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Realme RMX3142/RMX3143 full specifications, images emerge at TENAA

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Apr 23, 2021

Yesterday, Realme held an unveiling event in China to announce the Realme Q3i, Realme Q3, and Realme Q3 Pro smartphones. There are a couple of new Realme phones that have appeared in the database of China’s TENAA regulatory but have not gone official yet. These include the RMX3333, RMX3041, and RMX3142/RMX3143. The identities of these devices are not known yet. The RMX3142/3 is now listed with full specifications and images at TENAA.

The RMX3142 phone was spotted at the Chinese certification site at the beginning of this month. Later, a network variant of the phone with the RMX3143 model number was spotted at the same platform. Their initial listings had revealed only a few specs. However, more details on the specs of both phones are known.

The Realme RMX3142/3 has 159.1 x 73.4 x 8.1mm dimensions and it weighs 174 grams. The phone features an AMOLED display of 6.43 inches, which delivers a 1080 x 2400 pixels Full HD+ resolution. The punch-hole display is integrated with a fingerprint scanner. The left edge of the phone has volume buttons, and a power key is slotted on its right side.

The RMX3142/3 has a front camera of 32-megapixel. The rear camera setup offers a primary camera of 64-megapixel and two auxiliary lenses like 8-megapixel and 2-megapixel. A “Dare to Leap” branding can be seen below the rear camera module.

The RMX3142/3 is fueled by an unknown 2.8GHz octa-core processor. It is expected to arrive in China in 6 GB, 8 GB, and 12 GB RAM variants and 128 GB and 256 GB storage choices. The handset draws power from a 4,400mAh battery and it runs on Android 11 OS. The device lacks support for external storage. The 3C certification of RMX3142 revealed that it supports 65W rapid charging. Hopefully, newer reports will reveal the final marketing name of the RMX3142/RMX3143 smartphone.

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Realme C20 vs C21 vs C25: Specs Comparison

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Apr 22, 2021

Realme recently renewed its entry-level C series with three new models: Realme C20, Realme C21, and Realme C25. The new handsets target the low-end segment with very affordable prices, but they belong to different price segments. A lot of people are wondering which one to go for in order to get the highest value for money and which one is the best for their needs, especially if we think about the slight price differences. This comparison will give you the answer by highlighting the differences between Realme C20, C21, and C25.

Realme C20 vs Realme C21 vs Realme C25

	Realme C20	Realme C21	Realme C25
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	165.2 x 76.4 x 8.9 mm, 190 grams	165.2 x 76.4 x 8.9 mm, 190 grams	164.5 x 75.9 x 9.6 mm, 209 grams
DISPLAY	6.5 inches, 720 x 1600p (HD+), IPS LCD	6.5 inches, 720 x 1600p (HD+), IPS LCD	6.5 inches, 720 x 1600p (HD+), IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	Mediatek Helio G35, octa-core 2.3 GHz	Mediatek Helio G35, octa-core 2.3 GHz	Mediatek Helio G70, octa-core 2 GHz
MEMORY	2 GB RAM, 32 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 4 GB RAM, 128 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 10, Realme UI	Android 10, Realme UI	Android 11, Realme UI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	Single 8 MP, f/2.0 5 MP f/2.2 front camera	Triple 13 + 2 + 2 MP, f/2.2 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 5 MP f/2.2 front camera	Triple 48/13 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 8 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	5000 mAh	5000 mAh	6000 mAh, fast charging 18W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot, reverse charging	Dual SIM slot, reverse charging

Design

The Realme C20 and the C25 have very similar designs. They are made of polycarbonate and they come with the same pattern for the rear cover. The Realme C21 differs because of its diamond-like back cover. In each case, you get a borderless display with a waterdrop notch and a rear-mounted fingerprint reader, as well as a square-shaped camera module on the back. While the Realme C20 and C21 have exactly the same thickness and weight, the Realme C25 is thicker and heavier because it features a bigger battery.

Display

The displays of these devices are all the same with no differences. They pack a 6.5-inch panel with an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 480 nits typical brightness, and the IPS LCD technology. They are below-average displays that provide a sufficient image quality for average users, but you can get way better displays if you spend a bit more.

Hardware/Software

If you need the most advanced hardware, you must go for the Realme C25 without thinking twice. It is powered by a stronger Helio G70 chipset paired with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage in the most expensive configuration. The Realme C21 has a weaker Helio G35 chipset, just like the Realme C20. These two handsets different for their memory configurations: the Realme C20 has just 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of native storage, which is insufficient hardware for a lot of usage scenarios, while Realme C21 has up to 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. Realme C25 is the only one with Android 11 out of the box, while Realme C20 and C21 are still based on Android 10.

Camera

Are you looking for the best cameras? If so, you should go for the international version of the Realme C25 packing a rear triple camera with a 48 MP main sensor. The Indian variant has the same triple camera as the Realme C21 including a 13 MP main sensor and a pair of 2 MP lenses, but it has a better 8 MP front camera. The Realme C20 is the most disappointing one with an 8 MP single rear camera.

Battery

The Realme C25 packs the biggest battery with a huge capacity of 6000 mAh and it even features 18W fast charging. You do not get fast charging with the Realme C20 and the C21, and their battery is also smaller with 5000 mAh. But the C21 supports reverse charging just like the C25.

Realme C20 vs Realme C21 vs Realme C25: Price

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Realme C20 vs Realme C21 vs Realme C25: PRO and CONS

The Realme C20 starts from Rs. 6,999, Realme C21 is actually priced at Rs. 7,999 in its base variant and Realme C25 has a starting price tag of Rs. 9,999. The Realme C25 is the most interesting device thanks to its bigger battery, Android 11 out of the box, and better chipset. But you can get the same cameras (in India) with the C21, as well as the same display if you renounce to the Helio G70 and that huge 6000 mAh battery. Realme C20 has the same processor as the C21 and the same display/battery, but having just 2 GB of RAM and that low-end camera is not for everyone.

Realme C20

PROS

More affordable
Same chipset as the C21
Same display as C21 and C25

CONS

Just 2 GB RAM

Realme C21

PROS

Great quality-price ratio
Reverse charging
Same cameras as the Indian C25

CONS

Not very powerful chipset

Realme C25

PROS

Better chipset
Best rear camera (intl. version)
Best front camera
Bigger battery
Reverse charging
Android 11

CONS

Price

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Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 16 2021 with Ryzen/Intel SoCs, up to 120Hz refresh rate launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 22, 2021

Lenovo today held the YOGA×Xiaoxin spring new product launch conference as scheduled. During the event, the company unveiled three new Xiaoxin series notebooks and these include: Xiaoxin Pro 16 2021, Xiaoxin Air 14 Plus 2021, and Xiaoxin Air 15.

The Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 16 2021 is definitely the top model among the trio and comes in three different versions. There is a Standard Ryzen version, a Ryzen Exclusive version, and an Intel Core Exclusive version.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 16 2021 Standard Ryzen version

The Xiaoxin Pro 16 2021 is powered by an AMD Ryzen R7 5800H processor paired with 16GB RAM while there is 512GB of storage onboard. The processor also tags along with a Radeon Graphics processor and has a peak refresh rate of 60Hz. This version carries a retail price of 5499 yuan (~$847) but there is an early bird price tag of 4999 yuan (~$770).

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 16 2021 Ryzen Exclusive Edition

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 16 2021 Ryzen Exclusive Edition is powered by an AMD Ryzen R5 5600H processor with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. There is a top-end version packing an R7 5800H processor. This model pairs with a more improved graphics processor. The GPU is the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 GPU bringing support for a 120Hz refresh rate.

The Ryzen Exclusive edition carries an original price tag of 6,099 yuan and an early bird price tag of 5,599 yuan for the Ryzen R5 5600H. The R7 5800H processor model is priced at 6,499 yuan (~$1001), but is discounted to 5999 yuan (~$924).

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 16 2021 Intel Core Exclusive Edition

Lenovo also added a Xiaoxin Pro 16 Intel Core-powered model which is fired up by an Intel Core i5-11300H processor paired with 16GB RAM as well as 512GB storage. This version utilizes an NVIDIA GeForce MX450, an entry-level mobile GPU for laptops. The laptop only supports a 60Hz screen refresh rate. As for the price, it will retail for 6,299 yuan (~$970) but the early bird price tag is 5799 yuan (~$893).

Design & Features

As the name implies, the Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 16 is equipped with a 16-inch matte screen with narrow bezels and a resolution of 2560×1600 pixels. The screen ratio is 16:10 while the brightness peaks at 350nits. The screen also comes with a 100% sRGB high color gamut and has the TUV Rheinland low blue light + Eyesafe certification. It equally supports DC dimming without flicker.

In terms of the build, the Xiaoxin 16 uses an ultralightweight metal body, weighing just 1.89Kg. It is also just 16.9mm in thickness. The keyboard comes with large-size arrow keys, an independent numeric keypad, as well a three-speed backlight adjustment. The sound is provided by a Dolby Atmos-supporting dual-speaker system.

Keeping the lights on is a built-in 75Wh super-capacity battery that supports power delivery fast charging The laptop comes standard with a 95W high-energy PD adapter

The interface is also very rich, providing a full-featured USB-C interface (supporting PD and data transmission), dual USB 3.2 ports a 3.5mm two-in-one audio jack, Wi-Fi 6 high-speed wireless network card, a standard SD card reader, and a full-size HDMI interface.

The laptop runs on Windows 10 and also supports security functions such as opening the cover to boot, face recognition, and automatic screen lock when walking.

The Xiaoxin Pro 16 2021 will be up to pre-order in China on April 23 and will be available for sale on all platforms on May 1.

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Deal: Get QCY T10 Earbuds for $25.64 (Original Price $35)

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Apr 22, 2021

AliExpress is giving a fantastic deal on QCY T10 Earbuds. The earbud which generally retails for $35 is now available for a discounted price of $25.64 only.

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QCY T10 Earbuds at $25.64 (after discount)@AliExpress

QCY T10 TWS Earbud is powered by two HIFI balanced armature drivers that give out powerful and rich sound from this small device. The earbuds feature 4 separate mics specially designed to isolate background noise. This means it can successfully block almost all background noise to give you a crystal clear call and a peaceful musical experience.

With a Type C quick charge, you get up to 1 hour of music with just a quick charge of 10 mins. One single charge gives you up to 3.5 hours of playtime and with the charging case you get effectively 21 hours of total battery life. Also, the earbuds come with a Hall Switch function that allows you to pair them with your device by simply opening the lid of the charging case.

Generally retailing for $35, you can now buy QCY T10 TWS Earbuds for $25.64 only at AliExpress. This limited-time deal is applicable on both the pink and green color variant. So grab your discounted earbuds asap.

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Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold will go on sale again in China tomorrow

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 22, 2021

Xiaomi has officially announced that the Mi MIX Fold foldable smartphone will go on sale again tomorrow (April 23) at 10 AM CST. The Mi Mix Fold was first announced on March 30 and went on sale for the first time only last week.

The first sale of the flagship device was marked by a strong showing of interest in the model with over 400 million yuan accrued from the sales of around 30000 units within one minute after the sales opened.

The Mi Mix Fold is Xiaomi’s first foldable smartphone and is equipped with a Snapdragon 888 processor. The device also utilizes an in-folding design with the outward display being a 6.52-inch flexible AMOLED screen with a resolution of 2520×840 pixels, 700nits brightness, Dolby Vision support, and 90Hz refresh rate.

The inward display is an 8.01-inch with a resolution of 2480×1860 pixels. The display also supports HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and has a pixel density of 387PPI as well as DCI-P3 wide color gamut, and supports Dolby Vision.

Under the hood, there is a decent 5020mAH battery and the phone equally supports 67W fast charging.

Xiaomi also hinted that the Mix Fold will have exclusive customer service with after-sales service personnel. It comes with a 12-month warranty. The foldable phone starts at 9999 yuan (~$1,540) for the 12+256GB version while the 12+512GB is priced at 10999 yuan (~$1,694) and finally, the 16+512GB ceramic special edition is priced at 12999 yuan (~$2,002).

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OPPO Smart Tag images leaked before launch, could feature rechargeable battery

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Apr 22, 2021

Apple unveiled its own object tracker AirTag with features like UWB(Ultra Wide Band) to take on Samsung’s counterpart. Now, it looks like the Chinese giant OPPO will join the party soon as real-life images of the OPPO’s Smart Tag have been leaked online.

Leaker Digital Chat Station has posted the images of what he claims to be the Engineering Test version of the upcoming OPPO Smart Tag. The device appears in White color and another image shows the device has ‘Ultra Wide Band’ and ‘OPPO‘ written on it.

This further strengthens the reports of OPPO readying an object tracker to spoil the party of Apple and Samsung. What is more surprising is OPPO’s solution seems to be more environment-friendly than the rivals. This is because we see a Type-C port at the bottom.

This isn’t present on either the AirTag or the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag and SmartTag+. Anyway, this suggests that OPPO may include a rechargeable battery inside its Smart Tag. To compare, the rivals promise a 1-year battery life on their respective object trackers but you cannot recharge them.

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Although Apple has given the option of replacing the CR2032 battery on the AirTags, a rechargeable one might be a better and convenient option. Then again, we will have to wait and see if OPPO’s object tracker will have any kind of IP rating to protect it from getting damaged.

Talking about the features, UWB etched on the image indicates that the Smart Tag will help users accurately track the location of tags, and help you with directions better than the Bluetooth-only version. That said, we don’t see any provision for the lanyard hole just as we saw on the Galaxy SmartTag.

OPPO is holding a launch event on May 6 in China where it is expected to bring new Smart TV, OPPO K9, OPPO Enco Air, and a new OPPO Band. There are chances that the Smart Tag might debut on the same day but this is our guess so take it with a pinch of salt till we get official info on the same.

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realme Q3i 5G launched as cheapest 5G phone of the Q3 series in China, starts at 1,099 yuan($169)

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Apr 22, 2021

realme has launched the realme Q3 series in China today. All three devices are 5G and out of the bunch, the realme Q3i 5G is the cheapest and starts as low as $169. Let’s look at the specs, features, and price of the Q3i 5G.

realme Q3i 5G Price, Availability

realme has launched two storage variants of the realme Q3i 5G. The device comes with either 4GB or 6GB of RAM and 128GB storage. You can take a look at the official pricing below:

realme Q3i
- 4GB + 128GB- 1,099 yuan($169)
- 6GB + 128GB- 1,199 yuan($185)

Although the above is official pricing, realme says that for the first sale, the device will be available for 100 yuan cheaper. That makes the realme Q3i base variant start as low as 999 yuan($153) in China.

As a result, the 6GB RAM variant will retail for 1,099 yuan in the first sale. Speaking of which, the realme Q3i 5G official launched today, i.e, April 22 at 21:30 Beijing Time in China.

The device will be available on major e-commerce platforms like JD.com, Suning, and the official realme website. The realme website has got many gifts for the early birds on and you can check them here.

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realme Q3i 5G Specifications and Features

The realme Q3i 5G succeeds the realme Q2i 5G from last year. However, it brings a lot of upgrades at a similar price. The device comes in two colors- Light Blue and Particle Ash (Grey) options.

realme Q3i 5G gets what realme claims to be a trendy design. The back has curved edges to improve the ergonomics. The device measures 8.5mm in thickness and weighs 185 grams.

It has a power button(with a fingerprint sensor embedded) is to the right, volume buttons and SIM tray to the left, Type-C port, 3.5mm jack, speaker, and primary microphone at the bottom.

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Upfront, there is a 6.5-inch FHD+ LCD display with a punch-hole at the top-left. This display has a resolution of 2400×1080 pixels, 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, 90.5% screen-body ratio, and 600 nits maximum brightness.

Under the hood, the realme Q3i 5G features MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G chipset. To compare, the predecessor had the Dimensity 720 on the inside. The chipset is also paired with 4/6GB LPDDR4x RAM, 128GB UFS 2.1 storage and the device also gets the DRE(Dynamic RAM Expansion) that virtually makes a 6GB RAM function smoothly like an 8GB variant.

For cameras, the device has a triple-camera on the back with a 48MP f/1.8 main 6P lens, a 2MP B&W f/2.4 portrait lens, and a 2MP 4cm f/2.4 Macro lens. Upfront, there is a 16MP selfie camera.

Other features include a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging, SA/NSA 5G support, dedicated microSD slot up to 1TB, and realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11 OS.

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Realme Q3 Pro with Dimensity 1100 chip launched alongside the Realme Q3

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 22, 2021

Realme today held a launch conference in China where it unveiled three impressive smartphones. The Realme Q3 was launched alongside the Realme Q3 Pro and the Realme Q3i. The Q3 series is a successor to the Q2 series that was unveiled last year and according to Realme CEO, the models were well received.

Design

The Realme Q3 and Q3 Pro adopt almost similar designs with just a few differences. Thanks to the five-axis laser engraving technology, the models arrive with a bright and shiny matte back panel that doesn’t retain fingerprints. The two models are available in different hues. While the Q3 comes in psychedelic silver and sci-fi black, while the Q3 Pro is available in three colors: electric blue, gravitational black, and firefly. The firefly color uses high-efficiency light-storing materials which cause the Dare To Leap to glow in the dark just like a Firefly.

REALME Q3 & Q3 Pro Specifications and Features

The Realme Q3 features a 6.5-inch LCD display with a 96% NTS color gamut. The device is powered by a Snapdragon 750G processor paired with 6GB/8GB RAM and there is 128GB storage onboard.

On the other hand, the Realme Q3 Pro paks a 6.5-inch Samsung AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, and 360Hz touch sampling rate. The model packs a more powerful MediaTek Dimensity 1100 processor which is a 6nm SoC having four Cortex-A78 large cores delivering improvements in performance. The processor is paired with 6GB/8GB of RAM. The premium model is available in 128GB and 256GB of internal storage options. The device features dual-channel UFS 3.1 flash memory technology with an over 50% increase in the Read and write speeds.

For photography, the Realme Q3 packs a 16MP selfie camera at the front and a 48MP main camera at the rear. The Reame Q3 Pro, on its part, features a 64MP main camera at the rear

The vanilla Q3 is powered by a bigger 5000mAh battery while the Pro model packs a 4500mAh battery.

Realme Q3 & Q3 Pro – Pricing & Availability

Find the prices of the Realme Q3 and Q3 Pro variants below;

Realme Q3 6GB + 128GB – 1299 yuan (~$200)
Realme Q3 8GB + 128GB – 1399 yuan (~$215)

Realme Q3 Pro 6GB + 128GB – 1,599 yuan (~$246)
Realme Q3 Pro 8GB + 128GB – 1,799 yuan (~$277)
Realme Q3 Pro 8GB + 256GB – 1,999 yuan (~$308)

The Realme Q3 series is billed to go on sale from April 29. The models will be available from Realme’s official website and other third-party websites like Jingdong (JD.com).

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vivo S1 Pro, Z1 Pro, Z1x start receiving Funtouch OS 11 (Android 11) update in India

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 22, 2021

In January, vivo revealed Funtouch OS 11 (Android 11) update timeline for India. The company has been following this schedule ever since. In fact, it has been also delivering the update to some devices that are not on the list. Now, three months later, three more phones are receiving this update.

vivo S1 Pro Jazzy Blue Featured — vivo S1 Pro

As per the official timeline, vivo S1 Pro, vivo Z1 Pro, and vivo Z1x are supposed to start receiving the Android 11-based Funtouch OS 11 update at the end of April 2021 in India. Just like the company promised, it has begun to roll out the update to these three smartphones.

According to two different reports by PiunikaWeb, the Android 11 update for these once popular vivo phons is currently under greyscale testing in India. For those unaware, vivo greyscale testing is similar to Xiaomi MIUI Stable Beta.

vivo Z1 Pro Sonic Blue Featured — vivo Z1 Pro

This type of build is only seeded out to a select few users to test its stability publicly. If there are no major issues, it is rolled out to more users gradually.

As per user reports, the Funtouch OS 11 update for vivo S1 Pro and vivo Z1x is being seeded out with build numbers vivo rev 8.12.6 (3.79GB) and vivo rev 8.70.31 (3.29GB) respectively. Unfortunately, there’s no info on the build number for vivo Z1 Pro.

vivo Z1x Fusion Blue Featured — vivo Z1x

All these three smartphones launched with Funtouch OS 9.x (Android 9.0 Pie). They were updated to Funtouch OS 10 (Android 10) last year. Hence. Funtouch OS 11 (Android 11) should be their last major update, as per vivo’s update track record.

Redmi K40 Game Edition color variants and display design teased, shoulder keys demoed in video

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Balaji S

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Apr 22, 2021

Redmi is launching the Redmi K40 Game Enhanced Edition in China on April 27. With just 5 days left to launch, the company has been teasing a lot of gaming-focused features on the device. Today, it has revealed its colors, display design while demonstrating the shoulder keys in a video.

Redmi has posted a video on Weibo that demonstrates how the shoulder key buttons work on the Redmi K40 Game version. The video shows that on moving the slider, the mechanical shoulder keys pop up. The slider also has a red color inside when it is open to indicate that the shoulder key is open.

The company says that the keys give a clicky and good feeling and it will make you want to use them repeatedly. Speaking of which, Redmi says that the shoulder keys are durable and work well for more than 1.5 million times.

The shoulder key is said to be mechanically driven and the sound of the button strokes is said to be similar to a mechanical keyboard.

Anyway, in the video, as you can see, the device is shown in three colors- White, Silver, and Grey. We have already seen the Grey one in the official poster before. The Silver and White ones also have the stripes on the side like the Grey model.

We also see the triple-cameras and the layout is a bit different from the other Xiaomi devices let alone the others in the Redmi K40 series. Reports say that the primary sensor would be a 64-megapixel primary Sony IMX686 camera. The LED flash appears in a unique lightning shape as well.

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Also, the display upfront is said to be a centered punch-hole display just like the Redmi K40 standard model. Speaking of the display, it will probably be a 6.67-inch AMOLED Full HD+ screen with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels with a 120Hz or 144Hz refresh rate and 300Hz touch sampling rate.

Under the hood, the Redmi K40 Game Enhanced edition will feature Dimensity 1200 chipset. A suspected Standard version has appeared on Master Lu with Dimensity 1100 but we will have to wait and see if there’s such a variant.

Other expected specs include 8GB of RAM, 256GB storage, and an FHD+ display, TUV Rheinland’s High-Game performance certification for 5G connectivity, and run MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 out of the box.

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OnePlus Watch receives first firmware update, upcoming features revealed as well

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 22, 2021

OnePlus launched the OnePlus Watch as its first smartwatch at the OnePlus 9 series launch event in late March. The wearable received poor reviews due to issues and missing features. The brand is now trying to fix some of those with the first-ever firmware update.

OnePlus Watch Moonlight Silver Featured — OnePlus Watch

After releasing the new Open Beta and stable updates for its flagship smartphones, OnePlus is now rolling out the first firmware update for the OnePlus Watch. This update comes with firmware version B.40.

According to the official changelog, the latest update brings improvements for GPS performance, activity tracking (walking, running), and raise-to-wake function. It is also said to come with optimizations for heart rate monitoring and notification syncing algorithm.

Lastly, the new update also fixes some known bugs, enables notification app icons for the most frequently used apps, and improves system stability.

OnePlus Watch Firmware Version B.40 Official Changelog

Improved GPS performance
Improved accuracy of activity tracking (walking and running)
Optimized heart rate monitoring algorithm
Enabled notification app icons for the most frequently used apps
Improved raise-to-wake function
Optimized notification syncing algorithm
Fixed some known bugs
Improved system stability

In the same OnePlus Community post, the company also reveals some of the upcoming features for the OnePlus Watch. These features include AOD, camera shutter control, 12-hour time, four languages, 110+ workout modes, and an AI watch face.

OnePlus Watch Upcoming Features

Add Always-on Display feature
Add remote camera control of Android smartphones (Android phones running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow and above) from OnePlus Watch
Add 12-hour time format
Add 4 languages: German, Italian, Spanish, and Polish
Enable all 110+ workout modes
Enable AI watch face

That said, the first firmware update for the OnePlus Watch is only live in the US and Canada for now. It will be available in more regions in the coming days.

Tesla faces growing pressure in China over customer complaints

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Sean

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Apr 22, 2021

Tesla Inc recently faced increased pressures in China earlier this week from regulators and local media after a video of a customer staging a protest at the Shanghai auto show went viral in the region, which forced the company into giving out an apology.

According to a Reuters report, the pressure that the popular electric vehicle maker is currently faces arrives amid the on going US and China trade tensions that have worsened in recent times. Notably, China accounts for 30 percent of Tesla’s global sales, with the company also producing vehicles through its own factory that is situated in Shanghai. As per the Global Times, “China will continue to open up its market to foreign business, but that does not mean foreign companies will be offered any privilege.”

For those unaware, a disgruntled Tesla customer climbed on top of a car at the auto show in a protest over the method of how the company was handling her complaint over a malfunctioning brake earlier this week. This caused local market regulators to urge the automobile manufacturer to ensure product quality in the country. Global Times further added that “The arrogant and overbearing stance the company exhibited in front of the public is repugnant and unacceptable, which could inflict serious damage on its reputation and customer base in the Chinese market.”

Unfortunately, Tesla has declined to comment on the matter but did state that it would share data on the brake incident with the regulators, after being demanded to declare the information. While the company did offer an apology, it has been criticized for not being sincere, with Xinhua news agency saying that “A big company should have the responsibility of being a big company, no company can do whatever it wants.”

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Huawei MateBook X Pro to launch in Singapore on April 24, features 11th Gen Intel i7

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Sean

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Apr 22, 2021

Earlier this week, Huawei announced that its upcoming launch of the refreshed MateBook X Pro 2021 will be unveiled on 24th April 2021. The notebook is an ultra light laptop, which will feature 11th Gen Intel i7 processor.

The latest laptop from the Chinese tech giant will be the first of the Intel 11th Gen laptops that will be released in Singapore and arrives with the similar premium build as its predecessor. For those unaware, the laptop is a part of the company’s high end premium ultrabook that are designed to be thin and light while offering robust mobile productivity, for working professionals as well as content creators. The laptop supports WiFi 6 standard and weighs just 1.33 kilograms and measures in at just 14.6mm.

Under the hood, the MateBook X Pro is powered by the latest 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processors along with a smart cooling system. Its display is a 3K touchscreen panel on the front, which is surrounded by a negligible bezel and frame. For memory, the company is offering 16GB of RAM alongside 1TB of SSD storage.The laptop also supports 65W USB-C pocket charger that enables fast charging for its 56Whr battery.

The new laptop will retail for 2,598 Singapore Dollars (roughly 1,956 US Dollars) and will debut in an Emerald Green color variant along with the Space Grey variant as well. The laptop will be available for purchase from April 24 and can be bought from Huawei Experience Stores, a few authorized sellers, and major e-commerce platforms. Customers will also receive a free gift bundle worth 663 US Dollars, which would include a Watch GT 2 Elite Edition, a Bluetooth mouse, a backpack, and a free one year extended warranty.

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Xiaomi pledges INR 3 Crores to fight second wave of COVID-19 in India

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Balaji S

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Apr 22, 2021

COVID-19 pandemic is yet to dial down in many regions of the world and India seems to be the worst hit by the second wave. Several organizations, volunteers are chipping in to help the govt fight the deadly virus and Xiaomi has joined the bandwagon with a pledge of ₹3 Cr.

In a press note, Manu Kumar Jain of Global VP of Xiaomi and MD Xiaomi India, says that Xiaomi is pledging to donate over INR 3 Crore to procure 1000+ oxygen concentrators. If you aren’t aware, lack of enough Oxygen concentrators is the major concern in India amidst the rising COVID-19 cases.

Manu also says that the Oxygen concentrators will be donated to the hospitals and state governments wherever needed the most. To put things into perspective, states like Maharashtra have been the worst affected by the second wave of COVID-19 and the list also has others like Karnataka, Kerala, Delhi, Assam, and more.

This isn’t the first time Xiaomi is donating something to tackle the pandemic. Last year, around the same time, the company pledged about 15 Crore INR to help tackle the outbreak in India.

Before that, it also donated lakhs of N95 masks to hospitals and state governments across the country.

Smartphone brands have never shied away from contributing to the ongoing pandemic and the donations made by companies’ Indian Arm is a testament to that. Apart from Xiaomi, OnePlus and OPPO donated about ₹1 Cr. each in 2020, and Samsung had donated ₹20 Crores to PM Cares Fund and states of Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu last year.

Coming back, apart from the ₹3 Cr. donation, Manu says that Xiaomi will also partner with GiveIndia to raise ₹1 Crore to support frontline COVID warriors across the country. By this, he means the frontline workers like Doctors, Nurses, Health care professionals, and others working hard to contain the spread of the virus.

The donation page will be live on Xiaomi’s website and users, fans, partners, and people who are interested can donate to this initiative as well.

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OPPO Reno2 starts receiving ColorOS 11 (Android 11) stable update

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 22, 2021

Back in early March, OPPO started recruiting beta testers for OPPO Reno2 Android 11-based ColorOS 11 update, Now, one and a half months later, the company has begun to roll out the stable update as scheduled.

The OPPO Reno2 ColorOS 11 (Android 11) update is currently live in the following regions.

India
Malaysia
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
Thailand
Cambodia
Myanmar
Pakistan
Kazakhstan

The latest system update for the smartphone comes with the following firmware versions depending on the region.

C.45
C.47
C.49
F.13
F.15
F.16

According to the official announcement post on ColorOS Community, users need to be on firmware version F.17 to receive the update.

In order to download this update, users are asked to navigate to Settings > Software Updates > Gear Icon > Official Version Application. On this page, they will have to mark the ‘Apply Now’ checkbox and finally, download and install the update.

It is worth noting that ColorOS 11 is the second major update for the OPPO Reno2 after ColorOS 7 (Android 10) that was released last year. Since OPPO is known for only providing two Android updates, Android 11 should be the last major update for this handset.

Anyway, the device should continue to receive security patches and bug fixes for some time after this update reaches every user.

Apple seeks to grow its ads business ahead of privacy changes

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Sean

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Apr 22, 2021

Apple is apparently planning on expanding its advertising business just prior to rolling out its new privacy rules for iPhones that will hurt the ads offered by its competitors, like Facebook, and other social media platforms.

According to a FinancialTimes report, the Cupertino based giant will be opening up new advertising slots by the end of this month. The news arrives from two sources close to the matter who believe that the company will be adding a second advertising slow in the “suggested” apps section in its App Store search page. This new slot will arrive later this month and will also allow advertisers to promote their apps across the the network, rather than in certain specific searches.

Unfortunately, Apple has declined to comment on this matter. But this news highlights the fact that the iPhone maker is seeking to bolster its own advertising business while simultaneously crippling the 350 billion US Dollar worth digital ads industry that is led by tech giants like Facebook and Google. For those unaware, the upcoming iOS 14.5 will ban applications and advertisers from collecting data from iPhone users without their explicit consent. Thus, most users are expected to decline to being tracked, which could have a severe impact on the mobile advertising industry.

While Apple claims that this change will improve user privacy for its customers, many believe that this is just an attempt to boost its own advertising business. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg added that “Apple may say they’re doing this to help people, but the moves clearly track with their competitive interests.” So stay tuned for more updates, as we will be covering any interesting new developments regarding this matter.

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