Samsung Galaxy M32 could be the next M-series phone with 6,000mAh battery

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Apr 19, 2021

Looks like Samsung has decided to rebadge its own devices and the upcoming Galaxy M42 5G is an example. Now, a new smartphone probably called the Galaxy M32 has appeared on DEKRA certification and it could be a rebadged Galaxy A32.

The new listing on the DEKRA certification agency page shows a battery with model number EB-BM325ABN. The rated capacity of the battery is listed as 5,830mAh which could be marketed as a 6,000mAh battery.

In the past, the model numbers of Samsung devices have had a saying in their marketing names. Going by this, the device carrying this battery could launch as the Galaxy M32. And, it could share a lot of similarities with the Galaxy A32.

Now, you may wonder which of the Galaxy A32 model as there are two versions of the device- 4G and 5G. If you recall, both the 5G and the 4G models have 5,000mAh batteries but the one certified above has typically 1,000mAh more.

So, we cannot say if it’s a 4G or a 5G device just yet but it looks like any other M-series phone with upgraded battery. Considering Samsung is bringing the 5G connectivity with Galaxy M42 5G to India on April 28, the Galaxy M32, which would probably fall below the Galaxy M42, could be a 4G device.

Samsung hasn’t confirmed any of this, so take it with a pinch of salt for now. If the Galaxy M32 turns out to be similar to Galaxy A32, it may have a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED 90Hz display, Helio G80 chipset, 64MP quad-camera setup, 20MP selfie camera, and run Android 11 OS.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 to arrive with key design upgrades: Report

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Sean

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Apr 19, 2021

Samsung is expected to launch two new foldable smartphones later this year. This includes the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Z Flip 3, which are reportedly set to arrive with key design upgrades.

According to a TechRadar report, LetsGoDigital found a new trademark application from the South Korean tech giant. This trademark carried the term ‘Armor Frame,’ although, the application did not reveal finer details regarding what this term implies. However, this likely related to the company’s upcoming foldable smartphones. At the moment, the Galaxy Fold and Galaxy Flip feature an aluminum based frame that aren’t as strong as the stainless steel alternative.

Another disadvantage of using aluminum is that it tends to lose its strength over a period of time, which is especially bad for a handset that is centered around bending. Furthermore, while the trademark doesn’t specifically mention any other materials either. But it could be probable that the company might offer carbon and titanium to add extra strength to the frame of the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3.

This also offers an inherit advantage of making the devices lighter as well. Currently, we haven’t heard any rumors or reports regarding a new frame from the company or any mention of a Armor Frame. So take this report with a pinch of salt for now, and stay tuned for more updates.

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Vivo V21 5G confirmed for India, specs leaked before launch

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Apr 19, 2021

Vivo is bringing the V21 series to Malaysia on April 27. And, it has confirmed today that V21 5G is coming to India too. Ahead of the launch, Sudhanshu on Twitter has posted the specs of the Vivo V21 5G.

Vivo India has now posted a teaser on Twitter confirming the Vivo V21 5G moniker for India. As per the poster image, the device will have a 44MP selfie camera with features like OIS-assisted night selfies.

Besides, Sudhanshu says that Vivo V21 5G will feature a Dimensity 800U chipset. This is a 5G chipset that we have been seeing on many devices like the recently launched OPPO F19 Pro+, OPPO A94, and even the realme Narzo 30 Pro.

If this is true, it’s a transition from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G on the Vivo V20 Pro 5G. However, just like the V20 Pro, the V21 5G is also said to skip the 3.5mm audio jack and feature a hybrid SIM slot for storage expansion.

Vivo included a 3.5mm jack to Type-C adapter in the box for the V20 Pro and we can expect the same for the Vivo V21 5G. As for the optics, we already know that it will have a 64MP triple-camera setup on the back.

Along with that, the V21 5G is said to have an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro sensor. Upfront, it will have a 44MP selfie shooter as mentioned above. Expected camera features include Eye Auto Focus (AF) on the selfie camera, OIS.

The Vivo V21 will also have memory fusion like RAM effect tech, dual-SIM 5G, and run Android 11 OS out of the box and we can expect Funtouch OS 11 UI on top. A report by Moneycontrol says that Vivo will initially bring only the V21 to India on April 27.

On the contrary, the Malaysian launch will have several devices like Vivo V21 4G, Vivo V21e along with the V21 5G. Another device, allegedly Vivo V21 SE, has appeared on the Google Play console but we will have to wait and see if it launches next week.

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Here’s a unique USB Hub based on the iconic anime Neon Genesis Evangelion

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Apr 19, 2021

A Japanese company has just launched a new product in its home market that is quite unique. While it is fairly common USB Hub, it is designed around the iconic anime, Neon Genesis Evangelion.

The Evangelion themed USB Hub features a design completely inspired by one of the anime’s primary mecha (giant human piloted robots). Thus, it arrives with an angular design that is based on the upper body region of the highly recognizable mecha, the Evangelion Unit 01. So, the USB Hub has a color scheme of purple and green. This product is set to launch in Japan and will be available for purchase starting from September 2021.

Talking about the dimensions of the product, the Neon Genesis Evangelion themed USB Hub has a size of 8×9×16.5cm. At the moment, the company has only released certain renders of the product, but these images offer us a close look at the mecha’s design. The head of the mecha is clearly visible in great detail, while it offers customers USB Type A 3.0 ports and Type C ports as well. The product is currently available for pre orders at the moment.

As per ITHome, the USB Hub’s shell is made up of PVC and ABS materials. The price of the product in Japan is 6,578 yen after tax (roughly 60 US Dollars). So for those looking for a new USB Hub and love the classic anime, this new product might be the one you’re looking for.

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US Republicans seek to expand restrictions on export of Chip tools to China

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Apr 19, 2021

Two Republican lawmakers in the US are calling for the expansion of restrictions against export of chip making tools to China. This arrives after the US government recently added seven new Chinese supercomputing based entities in its trade blacklist.

According to a BloombergQuint report, Michael McCaul of Texas, the top Republican on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton have asked the US Department of Commerce to make it mandatory for American based tech firms that make electronics design automation tools, which are used to help design computer chips, to obtain a license from the government before allowing export of any products to China.

As per McCaul and Cotton wrote in a letter to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, “There is clear evidence that companies linked to the Chinese Communist Party military are using this software technology to develop advanced weaponry.” Previously, the US added seven Chinese supercomputing based firms into its trade blacklist, which prevents them from receiving exports from American companies. The reason for the blacklisting is due to alleged national security risks.

The two lawmakers also asked the State and Commerce departments to find a way to “mitigate the risk of Taiwanese companies providing services and technologies to entities of concern,” further adding that the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) shouldn’t be making advanced chips for China’s military. We also reported on TSMC officially suspending new orders from one of the companies blacklisted by the American government.

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GAC Motors to launch its first self driving car with Huawei after 2024

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Apr 19, 2021

China’s GAC Motors is apparently planning on launching its first car model that supports self driving technology after 2024. The company is partnering with Huawei Technologies for its autonomous driving technology.

According to a Reuters report, GAC’s General Manager, Feng Xingya, made the announcement at the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show earlier today (19th April 2021). The official also added that GAC is seeking to have half of its sales to be electric in 2035, with hybrid cars accounting for the other half. In other words, the company is aiming on a major shift of its vehicle production within the next decade.

For those unaware, Huawei is known to be working on self driving technology. The company even explained why it didn’t work on building its own cars and how it aims to build supplementing technology like the autonomous systems. Furthermore, the Chinese tech giant is also investing heavily in self driving technology and other electric vehicle technologies that surpasses Tesla, as per an SCMP report. The company is set to invest 1 billion US Dollars on researching self driving and electric car technologies.

The move from the company arrives as an attempt to raise its efforts to compete with Tesla and Xiaomi in the world’s largest electric vehicle market. As per the report, Huawei’s autonomous driving systems has already overtaken Tesla in certain areas. An example being the former’s cruise allows for more than 1,000 kilometers of travel without human input. Additionally, the Chinese company is also set to partner with automakers that will use its self driving technology, including BAIC Group, Chongqing Changan Automobile Co, along with GAC.

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Samsung Galaxy F52 5G moniker revealed through Bluetooth certification

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Apr 19, 2021

Samsung has recently launched a couple of F-series of smartphones such as the Galaxy F62, Galaxy F12, and Galaxy F02s. A fresh listing of the Galaxy F52 5G at the Bluetooth SIG authority suggests that it could be the next F-series phone from the brand.

A new Samsung phone with model number SM-E5260 has appeared at the Bluetooth SIG authority. The listing has confirmed that it will carry support for Bluetooth 5.1, and it will be arriving in the market as the Galaxy F52 5G.

It will be the first F-series phone from the brand to carry support for 5G connectivity. The Bluetooth listing has no other information on its specifications. Since the above-mentioned F-series phones are available in India, it is likely that the F52 5G could also be arriving in the country in the near future.

A variant of this phone with model number SM-E5260 was certified by the 3C authority of China. The listing revealed that it may arrive with support for 25W fast charging. Hence, it appears that China could be the other market that will be treated with the F52 5G.

There is a possibility that the Galaxy F52 5G could be a rebranded version of an existing Samsung phone. In related news, the South Korean company is gearing up to launch a handset named Galaxy M42 5G on April 28 in India. This phone is expected to arrive as a rebadged version of the Galaxy A42 5G, which was announced last year in European markets.

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Sony Xperia 10 III gets a Yellow color variant in Japan

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Apr 19, 2021

Sony launched the Xperia 10 III along with Xperia 1 III and 10 III a few days ago. Now, it has revealed a Yellow color variant of the Xperia 10 III in Japan.

Sony has partnered with NTT Docomo Mobile network operator in Japan to announce the new color variant of the Xperia 10 III. This edition is said to be exclusive for Japan and above all, the website listing shows that it’s a color limited only for Docomo carrier users.

Originally, the Xperia 10 III launched in four color options- White, Black, Pink, and Blue. This Yellow color marks the fifth color variant of the mid-range 5G device. Just like the other models, the power button of the Yellow color variant is in a different shade(here, Blue) for identification.

Apart from this, the rest of the device looks the same. As for the specs, the Xperia 10 III marks the entry of 5G connectivity to the mid-range Xperia devices.

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All the colors are under reservation on Docomo’s official website. The device is said to go on sale in early Summer(mid-June 2021 in Japan). You can look at the specifications below:

Sony Xperia 10 III Specifications and Features

The Sony Xperia 10 III features a 6-inch wide FHD+ OLED HDR display. This display has a 21:9 aspect ratio, 2520×1080 pixel resolution, 60Hz refresh, and 120Hz touch sampling rate, 97% DCI-P3 color gamut, 10-bit tonal gradation, and Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection.

Inside, we have the Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 5G chipset paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage.

For cameras, we have a Triple-camera layout on the back with a 12MP f/1.8 main lens, 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle lens, and an 8MP f/2.4 Telephoto sensor. Upfront, there is an 8MP f/2.0 selfie shooter with a 78-degree FOV.

Other features include a 4,500mAh battery, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, IP65/IP68 rating, 3.5mm audio jack with LDAC and Hi-Res audio support, Hi-Res Audio wireless, DSEE Ultimate, Stereo Recording, Qualcomm® aptX™ HD audio.

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LG and Magna close to signing deal for Apple Car Production: Report

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Apr 19, 2021

The LG and Magna automotive joint venture is apparently close to signing a deal for the production of the Apple Car. Dubbed “LG Magna e-Powertrain”, the firms are reportedly ‘very near’ to signing a deal with the iPhone maker for its first electric vehicle’s production.

According to TheKoreaTimes report (Via 9to5Mac), the contract would reportedly have LG and Magna International venture manufacture the initial rounds of Apple Car production. At the moment, the Cupertino based giant is expecting to launch its own electric vehicle by the year 2025. To produce its EVs, the company might cooperate with the LG and Magna partnership, which is expected to be completed later this year and will have the iPhone maker as their primary customer.

Earlier this year, we had reported on various rumors and reports regarding the Apple’s first electric car. We had also reported on potential production partners, which included Hyundai and Kia, with a reported valuation of 4 billion US Dollars. Although, this was later confirmed to not be the case as the discussions ended back in February 2021. From what we know so far, the car will solely be branded under Apple’s banner. Meaning, the production partners will only act as links in the supply chain, similar to its partnership with Foxconn and others for the iPhone. This is the reason why Kia and Hyundai backed out of the deal initially.

For those unaware, Apple has been rumored to be working on its own electric vehicle since 2015. The upcoming car is expected to feature self driving technology and arrive with various in house electronics as well. So stay tuned for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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MediaTek seeks to shift to advanced 4nm chipmaking process ahead of Qualcomm

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Apr 19, 2021

MediaTek is apparently working on shifting towards newer advanced chip manufacturing processes. This shift will have the company move towards the advanced 4nm process, which is a jump from the previously rumored 5nm based chips from the company.

According to a MoneyUDN report, the chipmaking giant will be one of the first firms to place an order with TSMC, world’s largest contract chip maker, for 4nm based chips and even the next gen 3nm based chips as well. In other words, the company is also one of TSMC’s first customers for the 3nm process, with others like being Apple and Qualcomm in the future. Furthermore, this has also led MediaTek to see an influx of orders from various Android smartphone makers like Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi.

Meaning, the company will become a key supplier of 5G enabled chipsets to upcoming high end devices that will launch in the near future. Notably, this would also mark the first time MediaTek has been a proper contender in the high end flagship market and has also kept pace with or even surpassed its primary rival, Qualcomm. Simply put, the shift towards more advanced manufacturing process would only benefit the company in the smartphone market.

For those unaware, the 4nm process and even the 3nm process is more advanced that the current gen 5nm process. Since the technology is more advanced the cost of 5G enabled chips from the company is expected to rise from 30 to 35 US Dollars to 80 US Dollars, which could also lead to a significant rise in revenue as well. Unfortunately, the company has yet to offer any specifics regarding this matter, so stay tuned for more updates.

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Black Shark 4 Pro out of stock due to chip shortage

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Apr 19, 2021

The world is currently facing a major shortages of semiconductors. This has impacted various industries across the globe, including the smartphone market. Now, the shortage of chip supply has even caused the Black Shark 4 Pro to go out of stock.

According to a TechSina report, the Chinese smartphone maker’s CEO, Luo Yuzhou stated in a post that the lack of chips have led the company’s latest flagship series to go out of stock, especially the Black Shark 4 Pro. The senior executive added that the shortage is quiet serious and that the company is working to raise the output of the production of its smartphones. For those unaware, the chip shortage began last year and has impacted multiple industries like automobiles, smartphones, home appliances, and others.

Furthermore, it is also expected that the prices for various products will rise due to this shortage. This rise will most likely impact consumer electronic products like smartphones, and other home appliances. The Black Shark 4 Pro is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processors, which is based on a 5nm process. This chipset is one of the higher end processors that can be found in most flagship devices.

Unfortunately, while the senior executive has stated that the company is working to raise the inventory for its latest Black Shark 4 series, he has yet to offer any specifics at the moment. So stay tuned for more, as we will be providing updates when additional updates are available.

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OPPO A54 powered by MediaTek Helio P35 SoC launched in India

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Jeet

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Apr 19, 2021

OPPO has today launched a new smartphone under its A-series in the Indian market, dubbed as OPPO A54. The device was first launched in Indonesia last month. The launch of this smartphone in India comes a day ahead of the scheduled launch of OPPO A74 5G.

The smartphone features a 6.51-inch HD+ LCD display that offers a 1600 x 720 pixels screen resolution with a 60Hz refresh rate, 120Hz touch sampling rate, 89.2 percent screen-to-body ratio and 269ppi pixel density.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 chipset which comes in three memory configurations — 4GB RAM + 64GB Storage, 4GB RAM + 128GB Storage, and 6GB RAM + 128GB Storage. It also comes with a microSD card slot that enables expanding the storage capacity.

Coming to the camera department, there’s a triple-camera setup on the back that includes a 13-megapixel primary sensor, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 2-megapixel bokeh camera. On the front side, it features a 16-megapixel selfie snapper.

The phone is running the Android 10 operating system with ColorOS 7.2 on top. Connectivity options on the device include 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5, GPS, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB Type-C port. It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery and comes with support for 15W fast charging.

The OPPO A54 comes in three color options in India — Crystal Black, Moonlight Gold, and Starry Blue. The 4GB + 64GB model is priced at Rs 13,490 (~$180) while the 4GB + 128GB model costs Rs 14,490 (~$194). The 6GB RAM model costs Rs 15,990 (~$214). All three models will be available for purchase from 20th April through Flipkart.

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Samsung Galaxy Book Go support pages go live ahead of the official launch

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Jeet

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Apr 19, 2021

Samsung has scheduled a launch event named Galaxy Unpacked on 28th April where the company is expected to unveil new laptop devices under the Galaxy lineup as the South Korean giant has teased the launch of the “most powerful Galaxy.”

While the company has not revealed what device it plans to launch, it is believed that Samsung will be launching the Galaxy Book Go along with the Galaxy Book Pro and the Galaxy Book Pro 360.

Now, the support pages for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Book Go have gone online on the company’s official website in the UK and Ireland. This confirms that the device could get launched pretty soon.

The device was first confirmed in the month of February and is said to be powered by the new Qualcomm 8CX processor and run the Windows 10 operating system. It is said to come with a model number NP345XLA according to the data from Wi-Fi Alliance and FCC certifications. The support pages are for the model NP345XLAA-EXP which is expected to be one of the variants of the laptop with different RAM/storage/color options or made for a particular region.

So far, the leaked support pages have not revealed anything related to the device’s specifications. Earlier, a leak from @_h0x0d_ had revealed that the device will feature a 14-inch display with Full HD resolution and it will come with two options for processors to choose from, Qualcomm 7CX and Qualcomm 8CX. It is expected to come with 4GB and 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB and 256GB UFS storage.

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Infinix Hot 10 Play with 6.82-inch display, Helio G35, and 6,000mAh battery launched for Rs 8,499 (~$113)

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 19, 2021

Infinix has announced the Infinix Hot 10 Play smartphone in India today. The handset features a huge display and behemoth battery. For performance, it offers users a gaming-friendly MediaTek chipset and it has a 13-megapixel dual-camera system for photography.

Infinix Hot 10 Play specifications and features

The Infinix Hot 10 Play features a massive 6.82-inch LCD screen that produces an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1640 pixels and a 20.5:9 aspect ratio. The teardrop notch of the display serves as a home for its 8-megapixel selfie camera.

The AI-assisted rear camera setup of the Infinix Hot 10 Play has a 13-megapixel primary camera, an AI depth assist lens, and an LED flash. The rear shell of the device features a traditional fingerprint scanner. The smartphone comes preinstalled with XOS 7 based Android 10 OS.

The MediaTek Helio G35 chipset is present under the hood of the device. The SoC is coupled with 4 GB of RAM. The device offers an internal storage of 64 GB and it has a microSD card slot for more storage. The device is backed by a 6,000mAh, which only supports 10W charging. Lastly, the phone is packed with usual connectivity features like Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB-C, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Infinix Hot 10 Play pricing and availability

The Infinix Hot 10 Play has arrived in India with a price tag of Rs 8,499 (~$113) and it will be available for purchase from April 26 through Flipkart. The handset will sell in colors like Aegean Blue, Morandi Green, Obsidian Black, and Purple.

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OnePlus 9R tipped to get a Green color option and a 12GB + 256GB variant in China

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Apr 19, 2021

The OnePlus 9R is the cheapest model in the OnePlus 9 series. The handset made its global debut in India alongside the other two devices in the lineup. Last week, it launched in the brand’s home country. A few days later, information regarding a new storage variant as well as a new color option has popped up on the internet.

A blogger on Weibo suggests that the OnePlus 9R will be available in a 12GB + 256GB variant in China in the coming days. For those unaware, the smartphone already comes in this storage configuration in India.

Additionally, he also says that the phone will be also getting a new ‘Green’ color paint job. Currently, the handset comes in two colors (Black, Blue) and two storage versions (8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB) in China.

Unfortunately, he does not clarify whether the Green color option will be limited to the 12GB + 256GB configuration. However, he does say that the new storage variant may not be sold on OPPO group’s unified online store – Huantai Mall.

Lastly, he neither mentions any timeline for this variant’s launch nor its price. He merely asks interested customers to wait further. Also, the blogger’s Weibo post does not say anything about whether the new color will make its way to India.

The OnePlus 9R sold in China is basically the same smartphone that is available in India with four key differences. The Chinese version is cheaper, runs ColorOS 11, comes with a 2-year warranty, and has a mascot (Ultraman).

Smartmi DC Inverter Floor Fan 3 with MIJIA app support launched for ¥699 (~$107)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 19, 2021

Xiaomi‘s ecological chain company Smartmi has launched a new product dubbed Smartmi DC Inverter Floor Fan 3. The product is designed with the needs of homeowners in mind as it produces low noise which shouldn’t disturb your sleep. The black and gold colour mix will ensure that the product blends with the dark when it is lights out. The product, which is also known as the Smartmi DC Inverter Floor Fan 3 Black Gold Edition, features a built-in lithium-ion battery that can be fully charged in 4 hours and supports 20 hours of wireless battery life.

The DC fan adopts Minebea’s brushless DC motor with a double-layer enclosed motor compartment, streamlined air deflector, and 7-feather soft fan blades, making it quieter. The fan also features Smartmi’s dynamic-wind sensor algorithm, which highly restores nature’s irregularly changing wind. At the same time, the built-in temperature and humidity sensor automatically change speed according to the ambient temperature, keeping a comfortable wind speed at all times.

In addition, the fan also has a built-in negative ion generator that continuously releases negative ions, reduces dust and reduces static electricity, and restores the freshness of the natural world.

In terms of intelligence, the Smartmi DC Floor fan features support for MIJIA app control. Through the app, users can preset a startup time, adjust the brightness of the display, set the head angle, check the indoor temperature and humidity, etc. Users can also adjust the wind speed from the MIJIA app.

The DC fan is presently up to pre-order from Jingdong for 699 yuan (~$107) and will go on sale on April 18.

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Xiaomi increases price of Redmi MAX 86-inch TV; now costs 9,999 yuan ($1,532)

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Jeet

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Apr 19, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a lot of disruption around the world and hardware-based technology companies are facing several issues related to production. It has also created a global shortage of chipsets.

Now, Xiaomi has announced that due to the global supply and demand issues, and the fluctuating exchange rates, the company is increasing the prices of TVs. This is mainly due to the varying prices of core components, including display panels and chips and the company believes that it will be a long time before the prices go down.

Currently, the pricing of the Redmi MAX 86-inch has risen to 9,999 yuan, which is approximately $1,532. This represents an increase of 2,000 yuan (~$306) as the earlier pricing was 7,999 yuan (~$1,226).

The Redmi MAX series flaunts an 86-inch LED-backlit LCD 4K panel with a screen resolution of 3840 × 2160 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate and support for MEMC. The screen supports 10-bit color, HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision, and covers 92% of the DCI-P3 color gamut with color accuracy of ΔE ≦2. It also has the usual 178° viewing angle.

It is powered by an unknown chipset with a quad-core CPU (ARM Cortex-A73), ARM Mali-G52 MC1 GPU, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of internal storage. It runs MIUI for TV 3.0, which includes content integration and smart features like Xiao Ai voice assistant and more.

As for connectivity and ports, the television sports dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, Infrared, 2 X USB Type-A, AV, ATV/DTMB, S/PDIF, Ethernet, and 3 x HDMI. One of the three HDMI ports is v2.1 with support for 120Hz VRR and ALLM. So, users can connect their Sony PS5 or Microsoft Xbox Series X to experience 4K 120Hz gaming. It comes with 2 x 12.5 speakers to deliver the sound output of 25W and also support Dolby Atmos and DTS-HD.

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Sony PlayStation 5 becomes best-selling console in the US history

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Jeet

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Apr 19, 2021

Last year, Sony launched its next-generation gaming console — Sony PlayStation 5, starting with the United States and Japan in November, and later it was made available in more regions the same month.

Now, the Sony PS5 has officially become the fastest-selling console in US history. According to the analysis by NPD Group, the latest console tops the charts in terms of both units sold and “dollar sales” since its release five months ago.

NPD Executive Director Mat Piscatella said that the Nintendo Switch has become the highest-selling hardware platform in the first quarter of this year while the PlayStation 5 from Sony ranked the first in the United States in terms of sales value.

The data shows that the overall gaming hardware sales in the March of this year were 47 percent higher when compared to the same period last year, setting a record of $680 million. The total amount spent this year is $1.4 billion, representing an increase of 81 percent over the same period last year.

As for the latest PlayStation, Sony believes that as of 31st March 2022, the company can sell more than 12.8 million units of the PS5, exceeding the sales of the PS4 in the second year of its release.

Sony also led in terms of accessories sales, with the PS5 DualSense controller being the leading accessory in dollar sales for March and the first quarter of 2021.

In related news, the Japan-based company rolled out a new PS5 update earlier this week that enables extended storage for the console and One-Touch Play, which turns the TV on when the console is turned on. It also gives players the ability to see their controller’s battery percentage while charging, and 120Hz support for “some” 1080p/120 Hz PC monitors, allowing 120fps gameplay.

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OPPO Enco Buds render leaked online; expected to launch later this month

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Jeet

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Apr 19, 2021

OPPO, the China-based smartphone maker is now actively focusing on accessories and a new report claims that the company is soon going to launch its new true wireless earphones in the market — OPPO Enco Buds.

Well-known leakster Evan Blass has shared official-looking renders of the upcoming OPPO Enco Buds TWS earphones. In terms of design, the device looks quite similar in design to the OPPO Enco W11 earphones.

In comparison, the TWS earbuds look quite similar to the Samsung Galaxy Buds+ and the similarity doesn’t end at the design of the device but the charging case also looks the same. The earbuds and the charging case are shown in White colors in the leaked renders.

We expect similar features to its predecessor, Enco W11, including 20-hour battery life, IP55 dust and water resistance, touch controls, and silicone tips for a better fit. There could be support for Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity as well as a USB-C port.

Currently, the exact launch date of the OPPO Enco Buds is not known but it is expected to hit the markets by the end of this month. We expect more information about this in the coming days, as the launch date nears.

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Realme Q3 series launch date confirmed, Q3 Pro renders and specs emerge

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 19, 2021

Realme confirmed today that it will be announcing the Realme Q3 series of smartphones on April 22 in China. Last year’s Realme Q2 series included three models as Realme Q2i, Realme Q2, and Realme Q2 Pro. This year’s lineup may at least include two models such as Realme Q3 and Realme Q3 Pro.

Apart from confirming the launch date of the Realme Q3 series, Realme China’s CMO shared a poster of the Realme Q3 Pro smartphone. The handset can be seen sporting a luminous fluorescent back with a shiny matte appeal.

The back also features a large-sized “Dare to Leap” branding on the back. Its top-left corner has a triple camera system with a 64-megpaixel primary camera and an LED flash. The Chinese manufacturer is yet to confirm the details of the smartphone.

The rear appearance of the phone suggests that it could be the Realme RMX2205 handset that was recently approved by the TENAA authority of China. The RMX2205 is expected to offer specs like a 6.43-inch AMOLED FHD+ display with an in-screen fingerprint reader, a 4,500mAh battery, and Android 11 OS.

Other reports have revealed that the display of the phone is expected to support a high refresh rate of up to 120Hz. It is speculated to arrive with support for 65W rapid charging and it sports a slim profile of 8.4mm.

The RMX2205 handset has also appeared on the Geekbench benchmarking platform (via). The listing reveals that it is powered by the Dimensity 1100 chipset and 8 GB of RAM. The other details of the smartphone are currently under wraps. In the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, it scored 856 and 3538 points, respectively.

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