Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 gets Android 11-based One UI 3.0 update

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Apr 21, 2021

Apple has just held its “Spring Loaded” event in which it unveiled its latest iPad Pro models along with a redesigned iMac, and the long rumored AirTags as well. Although, during the course of this event, one of the company’s primary MacBook supplier was suffering from a major ransomware attack worth 50 million US Dollars.

According to a Bloomberg report (Via MacRumors), the ransomware group, REvil, has publicly announced earlier this week that it had accessed the internal computers of the Cupertino based giant’s Quanta Computer Inc, which is based in Taiwan. In the attack, REvil managed to obtain 15 images/schematics of unreleased MacBook models. This includes “specific component serial numbers, sizes and capacities detailing the many working parts inside” of the MacBook, as per documents and blog posts found by Bloomberg.

Notably, Quanta Computers also works with other electronics brands like HP, Facebook, and more, but the ransomware attack was specifically targeted towards Apple. In the blog post, the group also demanded that the iPhone maker pay up an undisclosed ransom for the images/schematics they had obtained through the supplier by the date of May 1. Unfortunately, an Apple spokesperson declined to comment on the matter.

Although, Quanta Computer has since acknowledged the attack and has stated that the incident had no “material impact” on its operations as a whole. Furthermore, the supplier is also strengthening its cybersecurity infrastructure. But, REvil, in talks with Quanta during the negotiations, said that it had stolen and encrypted “all local network data,” which it would only give up once the large ransom sum is finally paid.

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realme Smart TV 4K 43″ officially teased by the company

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Apr 21, 2021

Last week, the CEO of realme India confirmed the arrival of new realme Smart TVs in May. A few days later, the company exec now teases one of the TV models launching next month in the country.

Yesterday, Madhav Sheth, the CEO of realme India and realme Europe posted a picture on Twitter. This image shows what appears to be a presentation slide for the upcoming realme Smart TV launch event.

The particular slide in the picture posted by the brand exec confirms the launch of the company’s first 43-inch 4K TV. This television will be called realme Smart TV 4K 43”. As per the previous teaser, this TV could come in more sizes, including a 50-inch variant.

Anyway, unlike most smart TVs in the budget segment, this upcoming realme TV will have a borderless design. Going by the teaser image, this television could have no bezels on three sides.

Unfortunately, we do not have any other info on these upcoming realme smart televisions. As of now, what we can conclude is that the new 43-inch realme 4K TV will mostly not replace the existing 43-inch FHD TV.

That’s because the 43-inch model sold right now costs only ₹23,999 ($318). It is impossible for any company to release a 4K TV at this price, no thanks to the surge in TV panel prices.

Samsung Display begins OLED panel production in Noida plant in India

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Apr 21, 2021

In a move to expand its smartphone presence in the Indian market, Samsung has began the production of OLED panels as of this month at its Noida plant in India through its Display unit.

According to a TechRadar report, the South Korean tech giant is starting the production of OLED panels for its smartphones in the Noida factory. As per a spokesperson from the company’s display unit, “Some of the production lines starts to manufacture” in the plant in India. Furthermore, the brand is also planning on soon start the production of making IT display panels as well at this factory.

Notably, this would mark the first time the company has made any display manufacturing is being done in India. This is also in line with the nation’s plans on becoming a global hub for smartphone and related technologies manufacturing. The Samsung Display’s Noida plant will supply components to its the brand’s smartphone unit, for the Galaxy range of handsets that will be sold within the region. For those unaware, the Indian smartphone market is one of the largest in the world and is also a key region for the company.

Thus, sourcing and assembling its devices within the country would also help lower its costs by avoiding import duties by shipping components from overseas. With this move, the company is set to invest $705.75 million in the project and also hopes to create about 1,300 jobs in the region. Recently, the smartphone maker even saw a breakthrough with its OLED panels, which now has lowered power consumption by automatically adjusting the display’s refresh rate. This can save power by about 22 percent compared to existing smartphone displays.

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Realme X7 Max variants and color options revealed before launch in India

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Apr 21, 2021

Realme will be announcing the Realme 8 5G handset in India tomorrow. Fresh information shared by Tech Radar revealed that the company is planning to launch a new phone called the Realme X7 Max smartphone. It will be arriving as the third X7-series phone in India after the Realme X7 and Realme X7 Pro phones, which were announced in February in the country. The report has revealed the variants and color options of the Realme X7 Max.

The new leak reveals that the Realme X7 Max will arrive in two models such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage in the country. It could be available in color variants such as Mercury Silver, Asteroid Black, and Milky Way.

The Realme X7 Max is expected to arrive in India as a rebranded version of the Realme X7 Pro Extreme Edition (aka Realme X7 Pro Ultra), which was recently unveiled in China. Hence, the X7 Max could be coming with a 6.55-inch AMOLED screen with a punch-hole design and curved edges. The screen may carry support for an FHD+ resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, and an in-screen fingerprint reader.

The Dimensity 1000+ chipset may power the Realme X7 Max. It is expected to come with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.1 storage. It will be preinstalled with Realme UI-based Android 11 OS. It could be coming with a 4,500mAh battery and 65W fast charging support.

The Realme X7 Max has a front-facing camera of a 32-megapixel. Its rear camera setup may include a 64-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel superwide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. There is no word on the pricing of the device. In China, the 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage variants of the Realme X7 Pro Extreme Edition are priced at 2,399 Yuan (~$369) and 2,699 Yuan (~$415).

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OPPO K9 5G renders emerge ahead of May 6 launch

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Apr 21, 2021

Today, OPPO confirmed that it will be unleashing the OPPO K9 5G smartphone on May 6 in China. This device will be arriving as a successor to the OPPO K7 5G phone from last year. Ahead of the launch, the OPPO K9 5G has appeared on Chinese retailer sites like JD.com and Tmall for pre-orders.

The retailer listings have revealed that the OPPO K9 5G will be available in variants like 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. The renders show that the device will be available in black and gradient blue colors.

Rumors have it that the TENAA certified OPPO phone with model number PEXM00 could be debuting as the OPPO K9 5G. Its TENAA listing has revealed that it will be sporting a 6.43-inch AMOLED FHD+ screen and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. It is unclear whether it will carry support for a higher refresh rate.

The OPPO K9 5G could be fitted with a front-facing camera of 32-megapixel. The camera array found on the backside of the device has a 64-megapixel primary camera, an 8-mgeapixel secondary shooter, a 2-megapixel lens, and an LED flash.

The K9 5G is fueled by a 2.8GHz chipset, which could be Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 768G mobile platform. It has a 2,100mAh dual-cell battery, which carries support for 65W rapid charging. The device measures 159.1 x 73.4 x 7.9mm and weighs 172 grams. The Chinese manufacturer has confirmed that it will be also announcing the OPPO Enco Air TWS and a new OPPO Band alongside the K9 5G on May 6.

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OnePlus TV webcam could launch in mid-May

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Apr 21, 2021

Earlier this month, news broke out that OnePlus will be launching a webcam for its smart TVs in India. A couple of weeks later, information regarding the firmware required to support this accessory has emerged.

The existence of the OnePlus plug & play webcam for smart TVs was made public by tipster Yogesh in partnership with MySmartPrice. The same team now bri ngs details regarding the firmware update that is essential for this new upcoming accessory.

According to the leakster, the software build required to support the OnePlus plug & play webcam is ready. In fact, he has even shared three screenshots of this update. Out of these three, one of them shows the new ‘Camera’ app in the app drawer, another shows the main interface of this camera application, and the last image reveals the update changelog.

As per Yogesh, the screenshots he has shared are of the OnePlus TV Q series. However, going by the previous report, the OnePlus webcam will be compatible with all the OnePlus TV models sold in India except for the most affordable model – OnePlus TV 32Y1. Hence, a similar update should be rolling out to those TVs as well.

Source: Yogesh (via MySmartPrice)

Anyway, as per the changelog, the new update that will be soon seeded out to users will not only bring the Camera app but also compatibility for OnePlus Watch controls and new OxygenPlay features like Sports Zone and content rating to name a couple.

Last but not least, Yogesh claims that this upcoming OnePlus plug & play webcam with a shutter, a microphone, and a USB Type-C port could launch in mid-May at the earliest.

Tesla car involved in a serious car accident in China

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Apr 21, 2021

A new video recently surfaced, which revealed a Tesla car being involved in a serious car accident. The video depicts the vehicle crashing and then catching on fire and even led to the death of a person.

According to an ITHome report, the electric car from the American automobile maker was seen trying to overtake a moving car from behind, after which, the car hit a concrete bridge on the side of the road. This crash likely damaged the car’s engine that caused it to catch fire. The fire then became surrounded by a raging fire that eventually led to just the car’s frame being left behind.

The accident was announced by Guangzhou Zengcheng Police in China earlier today (21st April 2021). This incident took place in the Zengcheng District at about 10 pm on 17th April 2021 in the Southeast Asian nation. Preliminary investigations found that the accident involved two cars, including the Tesla, but the other vehicles and passengers were mostly safe from any injuries. The exact cause of the accident is still being investigated.]

Notably, the company has already responded to the authorities regarding the accident and will even be cooperating with the local police force immediately to help in the investigation to deal with the incident. So stay tuned for more, as we will be providing updates when any interesting developments surface regarding this matter.

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Instagram to roll out new feature to prevent hate speech and online abuse

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Apr 21, 2021

Instagram is rolling out a new feature to help prevent users from viewing possibly abusive messages by filtering offensive words, phrases, and even emojis on the social media platform.

According to a Reuters report, the Facebook owned photo sharing application is launching a new feature to prevent hate speech and online abuse. Earlier today (21st April 2021), the social media giant said that it will make it harder for people blocked by users to circumvent and contact them through new accounts along with the filter option for abusive direct messages. Furthermore, the company has also been pushing its efforts to tackle hate speech and online form of abuse on its platform.

The company is raising its efforts against online abuse since a majority of its user base is teens and young adults. This filter can be activated by going to the privacy settings in app. One can also add customized words, phrases, and emojis to the filter that they wish to avoid or block from receiving in their message requests. Users can also use their discretion to report, delete, or even open messages, which will be sorted into a hidden requests folder.

At the moment, the feature is only applicable to direct message requests and not on the inbox itself and it will roll out in some countries in the coming weeks, as per an official company statement. Within the coming weeks, all users will also have the extended option to entirely block out people from contacting them on Instagram, if they are blocked on the social media platform.

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OPPO Enco Air and new OPPO Band will launch alongside OPPO K9 5G on May 6

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Apr 21, 2021

Earlier today, OPPO officially announced to launch OPPO K9 5G in China on May 6. A few hours later, the smartphone’s listing popped up on JD revealing most of its specifications as well as price. Now, a blogger reveals that the company will be releasing two more products at this launch event.

A blogger on Weibo says that OPPO will be also unveiling the OPPO Enco Air truly wireless earphones and a new OPPO Band at the OPPO K9 5G launch event on May 6 in China. The said person also shared outline sketches of these two upcoming products.

We also looked up these accessories on JD. Fortunately, we found their listings. However, unlike the listing of OPPO K9 5G, the listings for OPPO Enco Air and the new OPPO Band do not have any info except for the launch date, which is May 6.

According to ITHome, the OPPO Enco Air will feature Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and will be available in two colors (Black, White). However, we do not have any proof of this claim.

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On the other hand, we do not have any info on the new OPPO Band. The sketch shared by the blogger resembles that of OPPO Band Fashion. But just like last year, there could be a standard version as well.

Anyway, we expect to learn more about these products before their official launch next month.

Discord reportedly ends acquisition talks with Microsoft

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Apr 21, 2021

Discord has just halted talks to sell itself to potential buyers, one of which included Microsoft. As per sources close to the matter, the VoIP based audio chat startup has resumed interest in a potential initial public offering.

We had previously reported on Microsoft being in talks with the startup for a potential acquisition worth over 10 billion US Dollars. Now, these talks have apparently ended without a deal, as per a WallStreetJournal report. Although, the sources also added that the deal could be rekindled again in the future. For those unaware, the American tech giant has been seeking acquisitions that would help it reach more customers recently. Just a year ago, the company was even considering purchasing the short video sharing app, TikTok, in the US, amid growing frictions between US and China.

The people familiar with the matter also added that Discord held interest from at least three companies regarding a deal. Although, the platform is performing well, so it seems that they prefer to stay independent as of right now. The startup operates from San Francisco and offers a free online VoIP audio chat and text based platform to users. This app was initially centered around gamers, but has since grown to accommodate various other users as well.

During the pandemic, the startup saw a massive growth on the platform as many users even used it to connect with their friends and family amid the lockdown. As per official notes, Discord stated that it has doubled its monthly user base last year, reaching 140 million daily users. In terms of revenue, the startup generated around 130 million US Dollars in revenue last year, which is a significant jump from 45 million US Dollars from back in 2019.

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POCO M2 Reloaded launched in India to take a dig at sub-₹15,000 phones with HD+ display

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Apr 21, 2021

As scheduled, POCO has officially launched the POCO M2 Reloaded in India. The newly released smartphone is nothing but the good old POCO M2 with lower RAM and cheaper pricing. Going by the announcement posts on Twitter, the brand is re-releasing the handset to take a dig at other companies that still keep on launching phones with an HD+ display in the sub-₹15,000 ($199) price segment.

POCO M2 Reloaded Specifications and Features

The newly launched POCO M2 Reloaded differs from the original merely on the basis of two factors. The new model only comes in a single 4GB + 64GB storage configuration and two colors (Pitch Black, Slate Blue) instead of two storage variants (6GB + 6GB, 6GB + 128GB) and three colors (Brick Red). Apart from these two differences, the POCO M2 Reloaded is basically a POCO M2 inside out.

Hence, the POCO M2 Reloaded flaunts a 6.53-inch FHD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) IPS LCD panel with 394 PPI, 1500:1 contrast ratio, 70% NTSC color gamut, Corning Gorilla Glass 3, and a dewdrop notch. The device is powered by a MediaTek Helio G80 SoC coupled with LPDDR4X RAM and eMMC storage.

Further, the handset houses a quad-camera setup on the back consisting of a 13MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, a 5MP macro snapper, and a 2MP depth sensor. Whereas, on the front, it sports an 8MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

On the connectivity front, the phone supports dual-SIM, 4G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GNSS (GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou). It also has all the essential sensors and ports like a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, proximity sensor, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, compass, infrared sensor, MicroSD card slot, 3.5mm headphone jack, and a USB Type-C port.

Last but not least, the POCO M2 Reloaded runs MIUI 12 based on Android 10 backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging. It measures 163.3 x 77.8 x 9.1mm in dimensions and weighs 198g.

POCO M2 Reloaded Price and Availability

The POCO M2 Reloaded is priced at ₹9,499 ($126) in India. It will be sold exclusively on Flipkart like other POCO products. The first sale of the smartphone is scheduled for 3 PM today.

Global chip shortage to last well into 2022 as industry struggles with multiple obstacles

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Apr 21, 2021

The world is currently suffering from a major shortage of semiconductors at the moment. This has impacted various industries across the globe with the industry struggling due to various complex obstacles, which would likely cause the shortage to further last into 2022.

According to an SCMP report, the chip shortage is worsened by the multiple factors that are at play right now. The report further added that this would likely lead the shortage to last through this year and well into 2022 as well. For those unaware, the shortage first affected the automotive industry since the chips controlled various functions like brakes, doors, and windscreen wipers, and more. And now, the issue is also affecting consumer electronic products like smartphones, PC market, and even home appliances like washing machines and microwaves as well.

Furthermore, two of the major hurdles the situation faces at the moment includes the coronavirus pandemic as well as the ongoing US-China trade disputes that has affected supply chains. While the price rise of chips is a result of the shortage that is related mostly to the semiconductor sector for now, analysts believe that some low margin consumer products might soon also see a hike in price in the near future due to persisting capacity crunch.

Notably, many analysts also believe that the the first step on the path to a chip shortage was actually due to the escalation of the United States’ growing friction with China. This started with the previous President Donald Trump, with the current President Joe Biden also attempting to bring semiconductor production within the US. So, it would seem like that it will take a while before the situation becomes normal again.

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Samsung Galaxy F52 5G full specifications and images leaked, launch seems imminent

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Apr 21, 2021

A Samsung phone with model number SM-E5260 was recently spotted at China’s 3C certification platform and Bluetooth SIG authority. The latter revealed that the device will be debuting in the market as the Galaxy F52 5G. Now, the same phone has bagged approval from the TENAA authority of the country, through which its images and specifications have been revealed.

The Samsung Galaxy F2 5G’s TENAA listing has revealed that it measures 164.63 x 76.3 x 8.7 and weighs 199 grams. The 5G-ready phone has a 6.572-inch display that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels.

The TENAA listing mentions that it has a TFT screen, but the absence of a physical fingerprint sensor indicates that it could be featuring an AMOLED panel with an in-screen fingerprint scanner. A far as the front design is concerned, the screen can be seen sporting a punch-hole at the upper-right corner.

The handset is fueled by a 2.40GHz octa-core processor and 8 GB of RAM. The device comes with 128 GB of storage and a microSD card slot for additional storage. It houses a 4,350mAh battery, which is expected to carry support for 25W rapid charging.

The Galaxy F52 5G has a front-facing camera of 16-megapixel. The camera module at the back has four cameras and an LED flash. The camera setup is led by a 64-megapixel camera. The other features of the smartphone include Android 11 OS, a USB-C port, Bluetooth 5.1, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Now that the smartphone has received important certifications in China, it is likely to go official as early as this month. At present, there is no word on the other markets that will b receiving the Galaxy F52 5G.

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Realme Q3 series revealed to come in Psychedelic Silver color option

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Apr 21, 2021

Realme has already confirmed that the company will be launching its latest smartphone lineup in the form of the Realme Q3 series on 22nd April in its home country China. Now, ahead of the launch, the company has revealed a new color option for the phones.

In a new teaser poster shared by the company, it has been revealed that the Realme Q3 will also come in the “Psychedelic Silver” color option. Realme’s Vice President and President for China wing, Xu Qi says that this new color scheme is inspired by Y2K Culture with a metallic texture and full-color illusions with science fiction and futuristic sense.

Earlier, it was revealed that the Realme Q3 series will come in a yellow-colored body with a green fluorescent logo which is likely to be coated with Phosphorescent paint to make it glow in the dark scenarios.

The company is expected to launch three smartphones in the series — Realme Q3 and Q3 Pro. Being a successor to the Realme Q2 series, the lineup is expected to be targeting a budget-friendly audience.

Teasers of the Realme Q3 Pro shared by the company confirms that it features a triple-camera setup with the module placed in the top-left corner. It also comes with a 64-megapixel primary camera and an LED flash.

From the leaks, it appears that the phone may come with a 6.43-inch AMOLED FHD+ display with an in-screen fingerprint reader. It is confirmed to have support for a 120Hz refresh rate and run the Android 11 operating system.

The company has also confirmed MediaTek Dimensity 1100 SoC for the smartphone. The phone is expected to pack a 4,500mAh battery with support for 65W rapid charging. It has reportedly obtained a 677,177 overall score on the AnTuTu benchmark app.

The Realme Q3 series smartphones are set to get launched in China tomorrow, i.e. 22nd April so it’s just a wait of a few more hours before we get to know more about the devices, including full specifications, features, memory variants, pricing, and availability.

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OPPO to launch its new online store in India on May 7

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Apr 21, 2021

OPPO has managed to establish its presence in the Indian market, become one of the leading smartphone brands in the country. While the company has a strong presence in the offline markets, it is now focusing to capture the online market in India.

The company is gearing up to launch its new online store in India which is now confirmed by a pre-opening page on the official website. It confirms that the store will go live from next month, i.e. May 2021.

The brand has also listed a few contests and early-bird offers in celebration of the new store launch. The timer on the landing page indicates that the online store will be accessible by the public from 7th May, reports PriceBaba.

OPPO is expected to sell its entire India catalog on this new online store, including smartphones and accessories, similar to its rivals. With a strong online presence, the company is now aiming to take on the likes of Xiaomi and Realme.

For promotions, the company is offering Rs 300 coupon to everyone that participates in the contest. Winners in the content stand a chance to win OPPO Reno5 Pro, OPPO A-series 5G smartphone, and OPPO Smart Bands.

The company has also listed some early-bird offers available for the users during the initial days of the store launch. The offers include Re 1 flash sales, spin the wheel to win OPPO Reno5 Pro, premium mystery boxes with OPPO 19 Pro, and more. It also promises discounts and bundle deals, instant bank discounts with 0-cost EMI, and more.

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Samsung starts offering Pick-up and Drop service for its devices in India

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Apr 21, 2021

South Korean tech giant Samsung has introduced a new contactless program for smartphone customers in India — a pick-up and drop service. It is available for users when they need to repair their devices.

The company is also offering a drop-only service for those customers who have given their phones for service at a Samsung authorized service center and only want their device to be delivered post repair.

Currently, the pick-up and drop service is limited to customers of Samsung Galaxy A-series, M-series, S-series, F-series, Galaxy Note lineup, and Galaxy Fold series of smartphones along with the Galaxy tablets.

Commenting on the launch of this new service, Sunil Cutinha, Vice President, Customer Service, Samsung India said: “The new pick-up and drop & drop only service will allow consumers to get their mobile devices serviced without stepping out of their homes, especially in the current situation. We are confident our wide service network and many contactless service options will help deepen our consumer connect while providing greater convenience. We are hopeful consumers will utilize the pick-up and drop service while they stay home and stay safe.”

However, the service is not free of cost. For the pick-up and drop, the company is charging Rs 199 and for the drop-only service, the users will have to shell out Rs 99.

The service will be available in these cities — Delhi, Gurgaon, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Pune, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Noida, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Agra, Lucknow, Varanasi, Dehradun, Guwahati, Bhubaneswar, Patna, Durgapur, Ranchi, Thane, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Nagpur, Surat, Vadodara, Bhopal, Indore, Raipur, Rajkot, Jabalpur, Coimbatore, Madurai, Kochi, Calicut, Tirupati, Hubli, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, and Vishakapatnam.

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Viomi launches the Alpha 2 Pro Robot Vacuum Cleaner with all-round obstacle detection

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Apr 21, 2021

In February this year, Xiaomi ecological chain company Viomi launched the Alpha 1C Robot Vacuum cleaner with a unique wet mopping and dry dust collection compartment. The company has now launched an upgraded model dubbed Viomi Alpha 2 Pro Robot Vacuum cleaner. The product is officially on sale on Viomi’s Tmall official flagship store. The device carried a price tag of 3499 yuan (~$537).

The Viomi Alpha 2 Pro utilizes an AI laser radar (LDS) system which can scan a large area. Apart from obstacle detection at the front, the laser radar can also detect obstacles at the sides of the vacuum cleaner. Thanks to this, it can achieve 180° real-time scanning and an observation distance of 8 meters. Moreover, the radar system is not affected by light conditions as it is also effective in the dark. The vacuum is said to be capable of recognizing 150 different kinds of obstacles.

Further, the Viomi Alpha 2 Pro adopts the AI-Dumping 3.0 automatic dust collection system. The system can realize the whole process of cleaning, dust collection, and dust disposal. The main unit, dust collecting seat, and dust bag are purified by triple precision filtration. The activated carbon used in the dust bag has up to 99.99% antibacterial property and effectively prevents bacteria from multiplying. It can also filter dust, allergens, bacteria, and other harmful substances layer by layer.

The Alpha 2 Pro also has a redesigned air duct layout different from those of other robot vacuums. The new design shortens the length of the air duct by nearly 60%. The vacuum also has a strong suction power of 30KPa that can achieve fast dust collection in 15 seconds at the fastest, and effectively improve the efficiency and effectiveness of dust collection.

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Vivo V2118A with Snapdragon 870 bags 3C certification; May arrive with iQOO branding

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Apr 21, 2021

Earlier this week, a Vivo smartphone with model number V2118A was seen at the database of the Google Play Console. Now, the device has received certification from the 3C certification platform of China. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the V2118A could be an updated edition of the iQOO Neo3, which was announced last year in the home market. Hence, it appears that may debut as an iQOO branded device.

The 3C certification of the Vivo V2118A revealed that it is a 5G phone and its retail package may include a 44W rapid charger. The 3C listing has no other information on its specs. The tipster that the V2118 handset will arrive with an LCD panel and Snapdragon 870.

The Vivo V2118A’s Google Play Console listing had revealed that its screen features a punch-hole at the upper-right corner. The listing further revealed that its right spine is flanked by a volume controller and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The V2118A’s display offers a 1080 x 2408 pixels FHD+ resolution and a 480ppi pixel density. The Snapdragon 870 SoC was mentioned with its 8250ac part number in the listing along with 8 GB of RAM. It was found to be preloaded with Android 11 OS. The other specs of the phone are yet to be revealed.

The iQOO Neo3 5G that debuted last year came with specs like a 6.57-inch IPS LCD FHD+ display with a 144Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 865 chipset, up to 12 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 44W fast charging support. For photography, it came with a 16-megapixel selfie camera and a 48-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera system. It remains to be seen whether the V2118A features the same cameras and battery that were available on the Neo3.

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Vivo V2069A, V2066A full specifications and images leaked

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