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LG officially commits to three years update for its premium phones

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Jed John Ikoba
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LG earlier this week confirm the closure of its smartphone arm after several unsuccessful bids to revive the once bubbling business. One question that has often been asked is what happens to the existing users of LG phones in terms of software updates.

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We’ll never get to see the LG Rollable phone after all

Well, LG has now released an official statement to that effect. The company disclosed that it is pledging to push up to three versions of Android updates for all its premium smartphones. The three updates will start counting from when the phone was released. Thus, a phone that has already received Android 10 and 11 updates will only be eligible for one more major update. Whereas phones like the LG Velvet, G-series, V-series, and Wing released recently may go up to Android 13.  The company also disclosed that some models released in 2020 like the LG Stylo and K series will get two OS updates.

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LG had hoped the Wing smartphone will turn its fortunes but it didn’t fly as expected

LG in an earlier official statement disclosed that it was stepping away from the mobile phone business and will focus on other areas like electric vehicle components, connected devices, smart homes, robotics, artificial intelligence, and business-to-business solutions, as well as platforms and services.

The brand also hinted that it will clear out existing stock but expects to completely shut down the entire mobile business by July 31. Before that happens, LG says it will work closely with suppliers and business partners for a seamless winding down of the mobile phone division.

Going forward, LG plans to deploy its robust mobile expertise and mobile-related technologies like 6G in other businesses, and also in existing and future products.

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Apple iPhone 12 tops the chart in global Top 10 best-selling smartphones list for January 2021

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Balaji S
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Last year, Apple iPhone 11 topped the charts on the best-selling smartphones during the first half. Later, the device went on to be one of the most shipped smartphones for the entire year as well. Today, Counterpoint Research has come up with a report for the global Top 10 best-selling models for January 2021, and Apple dominates the list yet again with iPhone 12 at the top.

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As per the report, Apple iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max accounted for 71% of Apple’s entire sales for the month and occupied the first three positions in the Top 10 list. As reported earlier, the demand was high for the 5G Apple devices due to a late launch in 2020.

The yesteryear iPhone 11 is still at the fourth spot and this isn’t that surprising considering the device is still a value for money for Apple lovers. Also, the report says that 1/3rd of Apple’s total sales comes from the US.

credit: Counterpoint Research

Apple also has two more devices on the list and one of them is the iPhone 12 mini, yes you heard it right. Reports said that Apple could discontinue the mini version by Q2 but look like it has garnered some sales in January. The other iPhone model is the iPhone SE 2020.

The Top-10 list is once again shared only by Samsung and Xiaomi apart from Apple. We have Redmi 9A and Redmi 9 in the fifth and sixth spots. The report says that the sub $150 phones accounted for 25% of Xiaomi’s total sales for January.

Talking about Samsung, the Galaxy A21s and the Galaxy A31, which recently got price cuts in India, occupy the seventh and ninth spot respectively. Lastly, the report says that Xiaomi is growing gradually in the MEA region while Samsung is looking to attract more HONOR with its Galaxy A devices.

That being said, with more 5G mid-range devices launching in the coming months, we can expect them to dominate the Top 10 list this year.

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GMK NucBox2 and NucBox Mini PC gets massive discount of $60 and $53, respectively

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Simranpal Singh
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After bringing a successful GMK NucBox Mini PC to the market a few months ago, the company has introduced its successor – NucBox2 with several new upgrades. The new Mini PC Box offers exceptional hardware including an Intel i5-8259u chipset coupled with Intel Iros Plus Graphics 655, 8GB RAM, 256GB M.2 Nvme 2280 SSD. GMK NucBox2 is retailing for the price of $439.99, but you can grab a $60 discount by using coupon code Easter60OFF from Amazon and Official GMK Store.

Must See: Get $25 to $40 OFF on GMK NucBox Mini PC & XPanel 4K External Monitor this Week!

There are several other advancements including support for a 4K resolution display, additional 2.5-inch 500GB-2TB SATA HDD, WIFi 5, BT 4.2 and Giga LAN (RJ45). The Mini PC box weighs 426 grams and measures 4.9 x 4.3 x 1.9 inch in size. You can have a look NucBox2 in action via the video below:

GMK is offering a straight $60 discount with a coupon code which should be applied while checkout. Moreover, the company is offering free shipping and NucBox carry bag via Amazon and the official GMK website.

Coupon Code: Easter60OFF

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The company has not only offering a massive discount on the latest variant. Meanwhile, a $53 discount on the GMK NucBox brings down the actual retail price to $189.99.

The Chinese PC maker offers splendid features such as the Intel Celeron J4125 processor coupled with Intel UHD Graphics, 8GB RAM with 128/256/512 GB SSD. The device offers 10W fast charging and retails with built-in WIndows 0. It houses multiple interfaces 2x USB 3.0, 1x HDMI 4K@60Hz, 1x Type-C, 1x Headphone Jack and a microSD card slot.

The NucBox has already received a massive response from the buyers and is already listed on the websites such as Amazon, Banggood, and AliExpress, Initially, the GMK Nucbox retailing via the Indiegogo campaigning website.

The interested buyers can grab the device with a $53 discount on the 128GB variant. Its actual retail price will shoot down to $186.99 on the occasion of a 7-day deal across Amazon and the official GMK store. It is a time-limited deal and will end on April 11. However, you will get a $20 discount + Free Bag and free shipping if you grab it from the official website.

Coupon Code – NucBox20OFF

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Deal: Get 70mai Car Tire Inflator for $33.99 (Original Price $50)

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70mai Car Tire Inflator is now available on Bangood for just $33.99.

WHERE TO BUY
70mai Car Tire Inflator at $33.99 @Banggood

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70mai Car Tire Inflator is a mini portable and light car air pump that gives you about 420ml airflow per second. This means you can easily fill an empty tire within 5 minutes by using this pump. The pump is designed to give continuous airflow up to 30 minutes and comes with advanced safety features like smart charge and stop and high-temperature resistance, corrosion-resistance, etc.

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70mai Car Tire Inflator comes with accurate pressure measurement and a precision cylinder and the integrated design fits in all the parts including the inflated tube, power cord, conversion nozzle, etc into a single compact box making it easy to carry during your travel. 

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Generally retailing at $50, Banggood is giving 70mai Car Tire Inflator for just $33.99. This flash deal ends in the next 11 days. So grab your car air pump asap. 

 

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Samsung brings the Smart Monitors M5, M7 to India with DeX, Office 365, & more

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Balaji S
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Back in November 2020, Samsung launched new Lifestyle Smart Monitors M5 and M7 in the US, Canada, and China. Now, the South Korean giant is bringing it to the Indian market.

Samsung Smart Monitors M5, M7- India Pricing, Availability

In a press release, Samsung said that Smart Monitors will come in two models- M5 and M7. You can look at the official India pricing below:

  • M5(27-inch)- ₹28,000
  • M5(32-inch)- ₹33,000
  • M7(32-inch)- ₹57,000

However, Samsung says that for a limited time, the smart monitors will retail for lower prices in India. Accordingly, the M5 27-inch will sell for ₹21,999 while the 32-inch model will be available for ₹24,999. Similarly, users can get the sole M7 32-inch model for an introductory price of ₹36,999.

As usual, the monitors will be available for purchase on Samsung’s official website, Amazon India, and other retail partners in the country from April 9 i.e., Today.

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Samsung Smart Monitors M5, M7 Features

Samsung‘s New Smart Monitors offer work-from-home features like Tap View connectivity, App casting/Apple AirPlay2, and Samsung DeX. Additionally, the monitors also support home office features like Microsoft Office PC applications, Remote access.

It also has entertainment features like Smart Hub(PVOD), Samsung TV Plus, Mobile casting/mirroring, Bixby 2.0 integration, and more. Further, all the models that run Samsung’s Tizen OS 5.5, have a speaker of 10W(5Wx2).

*PVOD is video-on-demand and allows users to stream content on OTT apps like Netflix, YouTube without accessing PC/Mobile.

Samsung Smart Monitors M5, M7 Specifications

The Samsung M5 models come in two sizes- M5(27-inch), and M5(32-inch). Both of them feature a 1,920×1,080(FHD) VA(Vertical Alignment) panel. Weighing in at 5.0kg(27-inch), and 6.2kg(32-inch) the monitors measure 615.5×455.4×193.5mm, and 716.1x517x193.5mm(with stand) respectively.

The sole 32-inch Samsung M7 model, on the other hand, supports resolution up to 4K(3840×2160 pixels). It measures 716.1×517.0x193.5 mm(with stand) and weighs 6.5kg.

Both the monitors have a display panel that supports 16.7M colors, 60Hz refresh rate, HDR10, 178° viewing angles, 16:9 aspect ratio, 250 nits brightness, Intelligent eye care, Eye save mode, and 3000:1 static contrast ratio.

For connectivity, we have 2xHDMI 2.0, 2xUSB 2.0, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2, and Bixby 2.0 on the M5 models. However, for the M7, there is a USB-C port with charging of up to 65W, and an extra USB-2.0 while the rest of the I/O is the same as the M5.

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UPS seals deal with Beta Tech for 150 evTOL electric aircrafts for deliveries

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Jed John Ikoba
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Vermont-based tech startup Beta Technologies has signed a deal with United Parcel Service (UPS) to produce 150 electric vertical takeoffs and landing aircraft. UPS will deploy the aircraft to cut delivery times and access small markets more efficiently. Beta will make the first deliveries of 10 evTOL aircraft in 2024.UPS Electric Aircraft

The electric aircraft from Beta Technologies has a 400km range, with a top speed of 274kph (about 170 mph), and can carry a payload of about 635kg. The aircraft will provide UPS with greater efficiency in moving time-sensitive and other important deliveries for small markets. They would avoid airport protocols as the aircraft will take off and land on UPS facilities. The evTOL aircraft would ultimately incorporate autonomous technology, but the current deliveries will all be the piloted version.

UPS’s move to acquire electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft is bound to substantially improve its operational efficiency when the aircraft becomes operational in 2024. According to Kyle Clark, the founder, and CEO of Beta Technologies, it will bypass the use of airports and create a micro air feeder network without the noise or operating emissions of fixed-winged aircraft.

UPS Electric Aircraft
The Electric Aircraft charging station can be used to recharge other EVs

The evTOL aircraft manufacturer Beta Technologies has made solid progress in the development and deployment of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft and will also provide its proprietary modular charging stations for rapid recharge of the aircraft. The charging stations can rapidly recharge the aircraft within one hour and provide charging support for UPS’s growing electric vehicle fleet. The charging stations make use of aircraft batteries which are no longer capable of use in flights.

Both UPS and Beta Technologies are optimistic about the potentials of the deal, which will open new business opportunities and enhance the efficiency of the logistics giant’s ground operations while also drastically reducing UPS’s carbon emission profile.

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Super Deal: Get Anker Soundcore Q30 Headphone for $77.78 (Original Price $100)

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Soundcore by Anker Life Q30 Hybrid ANC headphone is now available for $77.78 at AliExpress.

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Soundcore by Anker Life Q30 at $77.78 (after discount)@AliExpress

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Soundcore by Anker Life Q30 is an over-the-ear headphone designed specifically for its Hybrid ANC (Active Noise Cancelling ) function. The headphone comes with multiple ANC modes like Transport, Indoor, Outdoor, Transparency, etc that help you to navigate and enjoy your music and calls/ videos in different environments.

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Built with soft memory foam earcups and a lightweight head frame, Soundcore Anker Life Q30 is perfectly comfortable for long usage. The headphone comes with an NFC function that allows you to quickly pair your headphone with any Android smartphone with a simple tap on the right earcup. The Hi-Res Certified Music headphone gives you highly detailed notes. This means you can enjoy a clear, sharp, and detailed musical experience with your Soundcore Anker Life Q30 headphones.

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With simultaneous dual device connection and multiple mode access through the Soundcore app, Soundcore Anker Life Q30 is the perfect headphone for both indoor and outdoor usage.

The headphone which generally retails at $100 is available for a heavily discounted price of $77.78 only at AliExpress.

So grab your Anker Soundcore Q30 asap before the deal expires.

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Amazift Bip U Pro sale starts on April 14 in India

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Balaji S
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Amazfit announced the price of the Bip U Pro in India a few days back. Today, the company has revealed the sale date in the country.

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Amazfit Bip U Pro

In a Tweet, Amazfit India says that the Amazfit Bip U Pro will retail in India starting April 14. As usual, the smartwatch will be available on Amazon India and Amazfit official website.

Talking about the price, the Amazfit Bip U Pro is priced at ₹4,999 in India. It will be available in three colors- Pink, Black and Green.

Amazfit Bip U Pro Specifications and Features

The Amazfit Bip U Pro succeeds the Bip U model in India. It also has few upgrades over the predecessor like the presence of an in-built GPS, a microphone, and a geomagnetic sensor.

The smartwatch has a square display that measures 1.43-inches in size. This is an IPS LCD color display and is protected by 2.5D curved glass, anti-fingerprint coating, covers 72% NTSC color gamut, and has a resolution of 320 x 320 pixels.

As for the sensors, it has BioTracker™ 2 PPG biological optical sensor, an accelerometer, a gyroscope, a geomagnetic sensor, a microphone, and an in-built GPS chip. As a result, you can expect features like heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen measurement, menstrual cycle tracking, stress monitoring.

Amazfit Bip U Pro
Amazfit Bip U Pro

Other features of this Bip U Pro include a 230mAh battery, battery life of up to 9 days(typical) & 5 days(heavy usage), 60+ sports modes, menstrual cycle tracking, Bluetooth 5.0 for connectivity.

The smartwatch also has 5ATM water-resistant, app notifications, call & message alerts, music playback control, stopwatch, weather forecast, camera shutter control, find my phone. It runs RTOS and supports iOS 10.0 / Android 5.0 or higher devices(Zepp App).

Last but not the least, the Amazfit Bip U Pro has a polycarbonate body, 20mm strap made of silicon, measures 40.9 x 35.5 x 11.4mm and it weighs only 31 grams.

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Entire Specifications, Price of TCL 20L, TCL 20 Pro 5G leaked before launch

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Balaji S
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Yesterday, leaker Evan Blass revealed some insights on a host of devices like the TCL 20 Pro 5G, TCL 20L, TCL 20E, and more. Today, Nils Ahrensmeier from Techniknews has come out with an exclusive leak revealing the entire specifications, renders, and price of the TCL 20L and 20 Pro 5G.

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TCL Mobile has scheduled a global launch event on April 14 and it is expected to launch multiple smartphones of the TCL 20 series. The company has already revealed two of the devices at CES 2021- TCL 20 SE and TCL 20 5G.

Now, the report says that the TCL 20L and TCL 20 Pro 5G be a part of the April 14 event. Let’s take a look at their leaked specs, price, and renders.

TCL 20L Leaked Specifications, Price

The TCL 20L is said to feature a 6.67-inch IPS LCD FHD+ display. Renders show that the display has a punch-hole at the center and it likely has a 60Hz refresh rate. Evan Blass earlier said that the device is codenamed Richland and comes with 4GB RAM. However, Nils says that the device has 6GB RAM and a single 64GB storage option.

Under the hood, the device has  Snapdragon 662 chipset. And apart from the paired 64GB, the device is also said to support expansion of storage via microSD card.

For cameras, there is a 48MP main, 8MP ultrawide, and two 2MP macro & depth sensors on the rear camera layout. Upfront, we have a 16MP selfie shooter.

Other expected specs include a 3.5mm audio jack, NFC, 5,000mAh battery, IP52 certification, and Android 11 OS. Leak says that the device will debut in Eclipse Black, Luna Blue color options and for a price of 200 euros.

TCL 20 Pro 5G Leaked Specifications, Price

The TCL 20 Pro 5G is said to have a 6.67-inch FHD+ OLED screen and the renders show it as a curved display.

Under the hood, the TCL 20 Pro 5G is said to feature a Snapdragon 750G chipset paired with 6GB RAM and 256GB storage. Just like the 20L, it also has microSD support and the report says that users can upgrade it up to 1TB.

The rear quad-camera setup will have a 48MP main, 16MP ultrawide, 5MP macro, and a 2MP depth sensor. Upfront, it is likely to sport a 32MP selfie shooter.

Other expected specs of the device include 5G, 4,500mAh battery, IP52 certification. The TCL 20 Pro 5G is said to come in Moondust Gray, Marine Blue colors, and retail for around 500 euros.

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Lenovo Legion Duel 2 is now available at Giztop for $699

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Lenovo Legion Duel 2 is now available at Giztop for $699.

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Lenovo Legion Duel 2 at $699 @Giztop

 

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Lenovo Legion Duel 2 comes with a 6.92-inch Samsung E4 AMOLED display and a 144Hz refresh rate. It runs on a powerful Snapdragon 888 5G processor and features a 64MP+16MP dual AI rear camera set up and a 44MP Motorized pop-up front camera. A massive 5500mAh battery fuels this smartphone which also comes with a 90W Fast Charge. Lenovo Legion Duel 2 comes in two colors viz: Black and White and multiple storage variants viz: 8GB + 128GB, 12GB + 256GB, 16GB + 512GB,and 18GB + 512GB . 

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Right now you can buy the Black color variant , 8GB + 128GB for $699 and 12GB + 256GB for $799 from Giztop. Both these variants are in stock and can be shipped across the globe immediately.

Also, Giztop is now accepting pre-orders for Black color – 16GB+512GB which will arrive next week, and 18GB+512GB which will arrive at end of April.

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

 

 

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e gets Android 11 (One UI 3.1) update

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Samsung launched the Galaxy Tab S5e in early 2019. The tablet debuted with One UI based on Android 9.0 Pie. It was later updated to Android 10-based One UI 2.x last year. Now, it has started receiving its last major system update in the form of One UI 3.1 (Android 11).

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e

Samsung has been rolling out Android 11 (One UI 3.x) update to eligible smartphones and tablets since December. Within a few months, the company has delivered the Android 11 to most of the devices.

Only a few products are left to be updated, like the Galaxy Tab S5e, which has now begun to get it as well. According to SamMobile, the One UI 3.1 update for this tablet is currently live in Russia and the UK with firmware version T72XXXU2DUD1.

Like any other OTA update, it is being pushed in batches. Therefore, it could take time to reach every unit. Also, apart from the above-mentioned two countries, the update should also hit other countries in the coming days.

Users of this tablet can head over to Settings > Software update > Download and install to check whether their unit has received the update.

That said, although Android 11 is the last major system update for the Galaxy Tab S5e, it should receive security updates till 2023.

 

 

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Motorola to launch 2 new G series phones with best mid range segment specs in India: Tipster

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Sean
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A tipster has revealed interesting news regarding upcoming smartphone launches from Motorola in India. The company is reportedly planning on launching two new Moto G series of smartphones in the region.

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As per a recent tweet by a known tipster Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings), the known smartphone brand will soon launch two new smartphones, which will be a part of the G series. For those unaware, the G series is the company’s mid range segment handsets that have historically been popular in the Indian subcontinent. Notably, the tweet also specifically emphasizes that the company will launch these devices with the “best specifications till date in the mid segment smartphones in India.”

Unfortunately, it is currently unknown what these ‘best’ features include. Furthermore, Motorola has lost a lot of ground in India to Chinese tech giants like Xiaomi, especially in the mid range segment. So, it would make sense that the company would seek to bring in new and prospective buyers through attractive specifications. Although, this is just an unconfirmed report so take it with a pinch of salt for now.

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Apart from the fact that the two new devices are a part of the G series, the tipster refrained from mentioning the exact models that will be launching in India soon. Additionally, we have no way of knowing for sure at the moment, but it could be a part of the new lineup of G series devices that the company has launched in Europe. This includes the Moto G60 (which could launch as a rebranded G40 Fusion) and Moto G100. However, this would also imply a price tag higher than any other G series device that has launched in India so far.

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realme 8 5G and realme 8 Pro 5G tipped to launch in India on April 22

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Balaji S
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realme India support team has already confirmed that the company will launch realme 8 5G and realme 8 Pro 5G in India very soon. Now, we have got some information on their launch date.

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realme 8 5G render as per Peruvian MTC certification

realme Central, citing their source, reports that the realme 8, 8 Pro 5G devices will debut in India on April 22. Back at the realme 8 4G series launch, Madhav Sheth did confirm that the company is bringing the realme 8 5G version soon.

Later, as mentioned above, the support team, while replying to a user’s query, confirmed that there’s also a ‘Pro’ variant coming with the 5G support. However, we don’t have enough information on the realme 8 Pro 5G just yet.

That said, the vanilla version has popped up on certification sites like BIS, NBTC, Peruvian MTC, and FCC. While the BIS and NBTC listings suggested their arrival to India and Thailand respectively, the FCC had revealed few specs.

As per the FCC listing, the realme 8 5G measures 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.5mm and weighs 185 grams. The phone runs on Realme UI 2.0 based Android 11 OS and has a 5,000mAh battery underneath. Apart from the obvious 5G connectivity, other possible specs include Wi-fi 802.11ac, GPS, GLONASS, BDS, NFC.

realme brought the Narzo 30 Pro 5G with LCD display and a Dimensity 800U 5G chipset. Considering the 4G versions of the realme 8 series have AMOLED, the 5G devices should also have it.

However, there are chances that realme might opt for an LCD display to keep the costs optimal. Additionally, just like the realme Narzo 30 Pro, the realme 8 Pro 5G might launch with a Dimensity 800U chipset while the vanilla realme 8 5G may come with Dimensity 700.

Either way, let’s wait for official info which could be coming out very soon.

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Lenovo Legion Duel Phone 2 snaps in two under light pressure during a bend test

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Jed John Ikoba
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Lenovo launched the Legion Dual Phone 2 on Thursday as a successor to the Legion Dual Phone that was announced last year as the brand’s first gaming phone. The Legion Dual Phone 2 is targeted at gamers and that is reflected in the design which makes the phone look like a futuristic handheld gaming rig. But how durable is the device?

Well, JerryRigEverything has provided us an answer, thanks to Lenovo who sent him a unit for the usual scratch, burn, and bend tests. The Legion Dual Phone 2 was able to withstand the scratch test which reveals the presence of a solid glass over the display and a metal frame. The phone also didn’t perform badly on the burn test as the screen began changing color after 33 seconds under the flame and didn’t fully recover after the flame is extinguished.Lenovo Legion Dual Phone 2

However, the bend test is where things went south for Lenovo’s flagship gaming phone. It took only a slight pressure applied by Zack Nelson for the phone to snap into two just by the side of the secondary display. As stated earlier, the Legion Dual Phone 2 utilizes a metal frame and one would have expected it to more solid but that didn’t out to be the case, apparently due to the dual battery design it utilizes.Lenovo Legion Dual Phone 2

The phone actually snapped along the antenna band line that is made of plastic. The same thing happened when the reviewer applied pressure on the other side of the secondary display. it snapped along the antenna band line. Perhaps, Lenovo will have to reinforce that area but the phone is reportedly on sale already in China.Lenovo Legion Dual Phone 2

Although it is unlikely that anyone would go snapping his/her device in the real sense, the device is supposed to have a much studier frame that can withstand such stress. If a user accidentally sits on it while in the back pocket, a similar thing can happen. Lenovo

Overall, the Legion Dual Phone 2 is a good phone specs-wise and even in terms of the design. We can’t say the same thing about its durability but expect Lenovo to do something about that.  We’ll keep you updated on this issue if any new development pops up. Meanwhile, check out the video below.

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Nokia 4.2 receives Android 11 update

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Late last month, HMD Global began to roll out the Android 11 update for Nokia 3.2. A couple of days back, this very same update was also made available for Nokia 2.3 and Nokia 8.1. Now, the update is also rolling out to Nokia 4.2.

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HMD Global unveiled the Nokia 4.2 at MWC 2019. The device debuted with Android 9.0 Pie. Being an Android One smartphone, it is eligible for two Android updates and three years of security updates.

The handset got its Android 10 update in April 2020. Now, exactly a year later, it has started receiving its last major software update in the form of Android 11.

According to the official announcement post on Nokia Phones Community, the Android 11 update for Nokia 4.2 is being rolled out in all the regions except for the below-listed ones.

Regions wheres Nokia 4.2 Android 11 update is not live (as of April 9)

  • Armenia
  • Belarus
  • Bulgaria
  • Chile (Entel Chile, Movistar Chile, Claro Chile, WOM)
  • Colombia (Claro Colombia, Movistar Colombia)
  • Czech Republic (O2 CZ)
  • Israel 
  • Kazakhstan
  • Mongolia
  • Poland (Plus, Orange PL, PLAY)
  • Romania (Orange RO)
  • Russia
  • USA (T-Mobile)
  • Uzbekistan

Anyway, the update should be available in the above-listed regions in the coming days.

Talking about other regions, the Android 11 OTA update for Nokia 4.2 will be seeded out to 50% of users by April and 100% by April 12.

 

 

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vivo V21 5G certified by Indonesia Telecom authority

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Chinese smartphone maker vivo was tipped to launch the vivo V21 series in India in February. However, that never happened. But now, the upcoming vivo V21 5G finally appears on a certification bureau before going official.

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The yet-to-release vivo V21 5G has been spotted on the Indonesia Telecom certification website. According to the listing, this phone will bear the model number V2050. Unfortunately, the listing does not any anything else about this handset.

As per the previous report, the vivo V21 series will include three devices, namely vivo V21, vivo V21 Pro, and vivo V21 SE. However, just like the certification, it also did not reveal anything about these upcoming phones.

As of now, we can only speculate on these handsets. Going by the previous generation, we can expect the vivo V21 Pro 5G to be a rebranded vivo S9. Because the vivo V20 Pro 5G is a rebadged vivo S7.

Also, as per Indonesia Telecom certification, the vivo V21 will be a 5G device, unlike its predecessor vivo V20. Hence, it could be the cheaper vivo S9e that was unveiled alongside the vivo S9 in China.

Anyway, as we mentioned earlier, this is merely speculation. We recommend you wait for more certifications and leaks to pop up in order to learn more about the forthcoming vivo V21 series.

 

 

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Tencent $3.5 billion deal with Sogou to be cleared by China, subject to security conditions: Report

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Sean
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The Chinese regulator SAMR (State Administration of Market Regulation) is apparently planning on giving the green light to Tencent regarding its multi billion Dollar deal. But, the company will have to set p a special mechanism to ensure data security, as per people close to the matter.

According to a Reuters report, the regulator has no objection to the 3.5 billion US Dollar deal for the Chinese tech giant to acquire 60 percent of Sogou. The company would also be required to pay a relatively small fee of 500,000 Yuan (roughly 76,000 US Dollars) for not reporting deals properly to the appropriate authorities for an anti trust review, as per two of the sources. Notably, the news arrives weeks after we had reported on Tencent agreeing to certain conditions for its Chinese streaming platform merger deal.

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The move from the Chinese regulators also signifies the government’s attempts to tighten regulations around the local tech giants, especially involving their acquisition deals and mergers. Furthermore, the approval of the deal would also arrive as a relief to other tech firms in the region that have been closely following the development of the situation. This is also likely a part of Beijing’s efforts to crack down on the growing monopoly of internet giants.

One source familiar to the matter added that “What SAMR wants is enforcement … it is not in their interest to kill or actively block a deal. They are fine with companies’ actual market-leading status as long as it doesn’t prevent new entry into the market.” At the moment, Sogou is a major player in the local market and only trails behind other giants like Baidu and Qihoo 360. So stay tuned for more updates regarding this matter.

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Lenovo Legion 2 Pro gaming smartphone is now up for sale in China

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Jeet
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Just a few hours ago, Lenovo launched its latest flagship-grade gaming smartphone in the Chinese market, dubbed as Lenovo Legion 2 Pro. Today, the device is officially available for purchase in the market.

The device comes in five variants — 8 GB RAM + 128 GB Storage for 3,699 yuan, 12 GB RAM + 128 GB Storage for 4,099 yuan, 12 GB RAM + 256 GB Storage for 4,399 yuan, 16 GB RAM + 512 GB Storage for 5,299 yuan, and 18 GB RAM + 512 GB Storage that costs 5,999 yuan, roughly $915.

Lenovo Legion Phone 2 Pro colors

In terms of specifications, the device features a 6.92-inch Samsung E4 AMOLED display that has a 20.5:9 aspect ratio, a 2460 x 1080 resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate, a 720Hz touch response rate, and a 3.8ms response time.

Under the hood, the Lenovo Legion 2 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset. As for the camera configuration, it comes with an OmniVision 64MP f/1.9 1.0 µm main sensor, coupled with a 16MP f/2.2 123° ultrawide angle camera.

On the front side, there’s a 44MP f/2.0 sensor that slides out from the middle of the frame. The phone can record in 8K at 24 fps and 4K at 60fps. It can also record slow-motion videos in 1080p at 240fps and shoot in RAW format.

The smartphone has support for Dolby Atmos and a game mode that enhances the in-game sound experience. It is powered by a 5,500mAh battery that supports a maximum of 90W fast charging via two USB-C ports.

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Tecno Spark 7 with 6.5-inch, Helio A25, 6000mAh battery, and Android 11 OS launched in India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Tecno has launched the Tecno Spark 7 smartphone in India. It has arrived as the successor to the last year’s Spark 6 handset. The handset offers users a tall aspect ratio display with a waterdrop notch, a massive battery, and it ships with the latest version of Android OS. Moreover, it carries an affordable starting price tag of Rs 6,999 (~$94).

Tecno Spark 7 specifications and features

The Tecno Spark 7 is fitted with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display that produces an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The Helio A25 chipset is present under the hood of the device. It ships with 2 GB / 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB / 64 GB of native storage.

Tecno Spark 7
Tecno Spark 7

The Spark 7 has a 6,000mAh battery, which supports only 10W charging. The mega battery offers more than 30 days of standby time. The device runs on the latest Android 11 OS that is overlaid with HiOS 7.5 UI, which tags along with features like Bluetooth Audio Share 2.0, auto dark theme, and more.

Place on the front is an 8-megapixel selfie camera. The back panel of the phone has a rectangle camera housing, which includes an AI-powered 16-megapixel dual-camera system with an LED flash. The back panel of the phone also features a fingerprint sensor.

Tecno Spark 7
Tecno Spark 7

Tecno Spark 7 price in India

The 2 GB RAM + 32 GB storage edition of the Tecno Spark 7 is priced at Rs 6,999 (~$94). On the other side, its 3 GB RAM + 64 GB storage edition costs Rs 7,999 (~$107). The phone comes in three colors like Magnet Black, Morpheus Blue, and Spruce Green. The handset will be up for purchase through Amazon India starting from April 16 in India.

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Here’s a cute little washing machine that cleans your Apple AirPods

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Sean
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Cleaning your Apple AirPods can be difficult if not a gross ordeal. But now, Cardlax brings to us a solution with its tiny washing machine that is built to clean your truly wireless earbuds in just a couple of minutes.

AppleAt first, it would seem like a belated April Fool’s prank, but that is really not the case here. The new Cardlax Earbuds Washer is a real thing, with the device’s top opening up to reveal a soft rotating brush on the inside. These are used to remove the dirt from hard to reach regions in your AirPods. To clean your AirPods, one must simply drop the earbuds into the barrel, which has the spinning cylindrical makeup sponge that will quickly clean the hearables.

The developer behind the quirky and cute little product promises that “After Cardlax is done with cleaning your earphones, you will be amazed by how clean and neat they turn. They will look like the way when you first bought them!” Notably, the Cardlax Earbuds Washer works with both the base AirPods along with the higher end AirPods Pro as well. The company also claims that the washer will also be compatible with 99 percent of other wireless earbuds as well.

In a YouTube video, the company even showcases the device’s effectiveness of the washer. The Cardlax EarBuds Washer is currently being offered on Kickstarted and has already raised 380 percent of its funds, as per a CultOfMac report. It is priced at 33 US Dollars, but this will soon go up to 39 US Dollars, with shipping scheduled to begin in June 2021.

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