Google I/O 2021 to be a virtual event, starts May 18

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Apr 7, 2021

Apple recently announced that it will host a virtual WWDC starting on June 7. Now, Google has cryptically announced that its I/O 2021 will also be virtual and will start from May 18.

9to5Google was quick to decode the message on the I/O 2021 announcement. In a tweet, Google has shared the teaser and a link that takes us to an event page. Here, we see a set of puzzles with messages hidden inside the punchcards.

On decoding them, we get a message that Google I/O 2021 will be held virtually i.e, online skipping the usual Shoreline Amphitheater place and it will be free for everyone as well. Similarly, Apple has also said that developers don’t need to pay an entrance fee to attend the WWDC 2021 event.

Further, the message also has the event date and according to the report, Google I/O 2021 will be held from May 18 to May 20, 2021. We can expect announcements regarding the Chrome, Google Assitant, and Android 12 Beta.

In 2019, Google used the I/O to announce its first-ever mid-range Pixel 3a/ 3a XL smartphones in May. However, the successor got pushed to October the next year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

This year, reports say that the Pixel 5a will be launching on June 11 which, if turns out to be true, will once again skip the launch at the I/O. However, there is a possibility that the ‘Pixel Buds A‘ wireless earbuds could launch at the event but let’s wait for an official confirmation.

Either way, Android and Chrome OS developers should watch out for the event as the company is expected to announce exciting updates regarding its future.

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iQOO 7 Legend Indian variant scores 831,000+ on AnTuTu benchmarks

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Apr 7, 2021

iQOO has already confirmed that it is bringing two iQOO flagship devices by the end of this month in India and one of them would be the iQOO 7 Legend. Today, tech influencer Mukul Sharma has shared the AnTuTu scores of the Indian variant and it crosses 831,000.

In a tweet, Mukul has posted the AnTuTu benchmarks of the upcoming iQOO 7 Legend India variant(model: I2009) and it scores 831,200 overall. We already know that the iQOO 7 Chinese model appeared on AnTuTu (V2049A) and it scored about 733,519.

It’s also worth noting that the Indian variant is tested on AnTuTu V9.0.1 while the Chinese model appeared on V8.5.2. So you can expect a certain difference in scores accordingly. AnTuTu recently released a best performing flagship report(with V8) in China and the Black Shark 4 held the crown with 765,579 points.

That said, if you consider the V9 version, the score seems to be a pretty big one and it is bound to be considering the device is said to have the latest Snapdragon 888 chipset. Anyway, the iQOO 7 Legend scores 213,884 and 320,226 points in CPU and GPU categories.

Also, the real-life images revealed recently hint that it’s the iQOO 7 Legendary edition from China, and hence, it should have the latest LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

The iQOO 7 Legend is likely to feature a 6.62-inch AMOLED FHD+ centered punch-hole display with a 120Hz refresh rate, flagship Snapdragon 888 chipset paired with up to 12GB of RAM.

Other expected specs include a triple-camera with a 48MP main lens, 16MP selfie camera, 4,000mAh battery, Android 11 OS, and a price of under ₹40,000($537) in India.

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Deal: Grab 80% Off on YI Cameras at AliExpress

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Apr 7, 2021

Attention Readers!

Yi Technology is giving up to 80% off on a variety of its products under the AliExpress Super Brand week which ends on 8 April 2021.

Designed to create intelligent and innovative video and imaging solutions, Yi technology uses advanced tech to solve real-world problems. The company focuses on the quality of its products and the privacy and safety of its customers and to that end uses 128bit end-to-end encryption (same as the banking industry) to keep all the consumer data safe.

Under AliExpress Super Brand Week, the company is offering unbelievable discounts and coupons on a variety of its products. So let’s check out some of the interesting deals provided by the company.

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Built-in alarm system
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Supports MicroSD card storage
Wi-Fi support
Color night vision
2-way audio
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1080P Camera
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Wi-Fi Support
Portable / Mountable

For more information on discounts and deals on different products from Yi Technology click here.

Please note that all the above-mentioned discounts are for the base variants only. Price may differ based on the variant and shipping warehouse. The deals and coupons are valid only till 8 April 2021. So grab your discounted product asap.

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

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Mobvoi teases the global launch of the TicWatch GTH

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Apr 7, 2021

Back in January, Mobvoi announced the TicWatch GTH in China, a square-faced smartwatch whose USPs (unique selling points) include body temperature measurement. Today, the official Twitter account has posted a teaser that hints at a global release of the smartwatch.

📣TICWATCH GTH GIVEAWAY📣
The #TicWatchGTH is coming soon! Do you want to get it before anyone else? Join our #TicTEMP challenge –
By completing the daily challenge,
you’ll have a chance to WIN a #TicWatchGTH! 3 lucky winners will be randomly selected every day. Stay tuned! pic.twitter.com/Vjh6fsvkfb

— Mobvoi_Official (@Mobvoi_Official) April 7, 2021

#TicWatchGTH Countdown: Day 6 of our #TicTEMP Challenge has started! 🎉
To enter:
✔️FOLLOW @Mobvoi_Official
✔️TAG one twitter friend
✔️SHARE an item that is EXACTLY 100℃ / 212℉ in the comments below, using hashtag #TicTEMP.

Three #TicwatchGTH will be sent out today! 🎁🎁🎁 pic.twitter.com/GPHWA1G54s

— Mobvoi_Official (@Mobvoi_Official) April 7, 2021

The TicWatch GTH has a 1.55-inch 360 x 320 HD full-color display that is covered with a piece of 2.5D curved glass that is integrated into the metal frame. On the right of the frame is a circular button on the right. Mobvoi says the scratch-resistant glass has an anti-fingerprint coating and that the quick-release strap is skin-friendly. There are several watch faces available and users can also use their own photos as a watch face.

The smartwatch has four major health indicators that it monitors. They are body temperature, blood oxygen level, heart rate, and breathing rate. Mobvoi claims it monitors these vitals 24 hours a day.

The temperature sensor, which is a feature not commonly found in smartwatches, can detect changes as small as 0.1°C. It can also measure the body temperature in just 5 seconds and in a variety of weather conditions at 10-minute intervals. It will also warn you when your body temperature is “abnormal”. The PPG biological sensor handles the 24-hour blood oxygen level and heart rate continuous detection.

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The TicWatch GTH has support for 14 sports modes including yoga, basketball, football, gymnastics, skipping, and rowing. It also supports automatic detection of three sports modes – walking, running, and cycling – thanks to TicMotion. The watch also has a sedentary reminder, sleep tracking, and a breathing coach.

There is a 260mAh battery inside the smartwatch and it will last up to 7 days in typical usage mode and up to 10 days in basic usage mode. Charging is via two pogo pins on the underside and it takes 2 hours to fully charge. The smartwatch is water-resistant up to 50 meters and it connects via Bluetooth 5.0.

The smartwatch is available in a single color variant – Knight Black. It launched for ¥299 (~$46) in China, so we expect it to have a price tag of under $60 when it launches globally next week.

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Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2021 refreshed with AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor

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Apr 7, 2021

Early last month, Lenovo refreshed the Xiaoxin Air 2021 with AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor in China. A month later, the ThinkBook 14 also gets a similar treatment in the company’s home country. Let us take a look at the specs, features, price, and availability of this notebook.

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2021 Ryzen Edition Specifications and Features

The newly launched Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2021 Ryzen Edition flaunts a 14-inch FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels) LED-backlit LCD panel with an 85% screen-to-body ratio, 300 nits peak brightness, DC Dimming, and TÜV Rheinland certification for low blue light emission.

The laptop sports a metal unibody design and comes in a single Silver Gray color option. It measures 17.9mm in thickness and weighs about 1.4Kg.

Under the hood, it features an AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor coupled with 16GB DDR4 RAM and 512GB M.2 PCIe SSD. If needed, the RAM and the storage can be further expanded up to 32GB and 1TB respectively.

As for ports, the notebook comes with 2 x USB Type-C, 1 x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1 x USB Type-A 3.1 Gen 1, 1 x HDMI, 1 x RJ45, 1 x 3.5mm headphone jack, and 4-in-1 card reader.

Other features of this laptop include a full-size backlit keyboard, 720p webcam with shutter, fingerprint sensor, 360° microphone, 180° hinge, Microsoft Windows 10 Home operating system, 60Whr battery, and 65W fast charging.

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2021 Ryzen Edition Price and Availability

The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2021 Ryzen Edition is priced at ¥4,699 ($718) in China. It is already up for sale on Lenovo online store.

As of now, there’s no official word on this laptop’s availability in global markets.

Lizhi partners with Tesla-rival Xpeng to bring Clubhouse-like Live-stream podcast in-car

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 7, 2021

The race for the ultimate electric car continues to interest industry watchers as electric vehicle manufacturers continue to explore more ways to remain unique while providing maximum entertainment to the growing customer base of EV users. Chinese-owned electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng Motors has partnered with Lizhi, a leading podcast app provider, to install an audio feature in Xpeng’s electric cars called live-stream podcast, which bears similarities to the Clubhouse app. The interactive audio element in Xpeng’s electric vehicles is bound to catch the fancy of several potential buyers in the world’s largest car market.

Lizhi is one of China’s biggest podcast apps providers and has another app called Tiya for its overseas market. Lizhi is listed on the US Nasdaq and is a fast-growing audio tech firm. The live-stream podcast feature will be implemented on the electric vehicle’s in-car operating system interactively. It will allow users to have real-time conversations in-car as well as via mobile platforms. The feature will also leverage its access to top content creators, who will interact with podcast listeners in real-time, Lizhi added.

The partnership between Lizhi and Xpeng, both Guangzhou-based fast-rising companies, will enhance the appeal of Xpeng’s electric vehicle offerings, uniquely providing interactive audio capability. Many EV manufacturers, including Tesla, have made substantial investments in intelligent interactive entertainment systems for the new generation electric cars.

Electric vehicles are fast becoming the automobile market’s rave as traditional carmakers continue to transit into EV production. The world’s largest auto market has also seen a surge in EV manufacturers making inroads into the Chinese market. Climate change and energy efficiency considerations continue to draw new customers into the EV market in China and the government continues to provide incentives for the production and sales of EVs.

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Gionee M3 with a MediaTek Helio P60, 6GB/8GB RAM launched for ¥899 (~$137)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 7, 2021

Even though Gionee has faded off the mobile phone scene for quite some time now, the company has continued to unveil a number of new models in recent times. The company recently unveiled the P15 Pro in Nigeria a few days back. A second model has now been launched in China dubbed Gionee M3.

The Gionee M3 packs a 6.53-inch waterdrop display with an HD+ resolution of 1600×720 pixels. The phone also adopts a 19:9 screen aspect ratio and has a screen-to-body ratio of up to 90%. The back panel is made of AG process material and is available in four hues – bright black, dark green, silver diamond gray, and sky blue. The gradient color of the back panel changes depending on the angle light hits the body.

In terms of configuration, the M3 is powered by a MediaTek Helio P60 chipset. The chipset is an octa-core SoC manufactured using a 12nm process and having a maximum frequency of 2.0GHz. The processor is paired with 6GB of RAM on the base variant and 8GB RAM on the top model while for storage, there are 128GB and 256GB storage options.

In terms of the camera, Gionee M3 packs a triple camera setup at the rear made up of a 16MP main camera paired with a 5MP secondary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. On the surface, the device looks like it has four camera sensors so we presume the fourth sensor is a dummy. At the front, there is an 8MP camera embedded in the waterdrop notch opening.

The phone also features a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a 3.5mm audio jack. Keeping the lights on is a mammoth 5000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. The phone charges via a USB-C port. Other selling points include a protective TPU case and tempered glass.

In terms of the price, the Gionee M3 6GB+128GB variant is priced at 899 yuan (~$137) while the 8GB+128GB variant is priced at 959 yuan (~$146). Finally, the top-end 8GB+256GB variant is priced at 1059 yuan (~$162). The phone is also up for reservation at Suning and will officially go on sale on April 13.

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Samsung patents a Galaxy Tablet design with a foldable display

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Balaji S

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Apr 7, 2021

Samsung has patented a lot of designs for mobile devices in the past. Today, LetsGoDigital has spotted an interesting patent that suggests the company may bring a Foldable Galaxy Tablet in the future.

The said patent has been applied at USPTO(United States Patent and Trademark Office) and it has been granted on February 16, 2021. Under the category ‘Display Device’, the description of the patent hints that Samsung is working on a Galaxy tablet with a flexible display.

Foldable displays have always been breezy for Samsung these days. However, the South Korean giant has come a long way and has even faced a few failed attempts in the process. At present, its Galaxy Z Fold2 is a practically viable foldable device with a 7.6-inch external display and the company is already working on a successor.

Currently, Samsung has tablets in the Galaxy Tab S, A lineup, and considering the foldable displays are costly, it should probably debut under the Tab S-series if Samsung were to launch a Foldable Tablet. Talking about the design of the patent, we see the bezels are minimal except the center portion.

There is no cover screen and it looks to have an in-folding mechanism. The sensors, LED flash, and selfie shooter is placed at the center of the top. Speaking of which, the display has some sort of recess/notch on both top and bottom.

On the backside, the device doesn’t seem to have any cameras as the report points out. Turning it in portrait mode, we see speakers and a Type-C port for charging on the left. On the opposite side of this, there are the power button and another speaker.

As usual, this might just end up as a patented design and never make it to the markets as a commercial product. But we can expect devices having rollable and slider displays and also a foldable phone with a tri-fold mechanism from Samsung.

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Vivo Y72 5G gets certified in Singapore, could launch soon

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Balaji S

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Apr 7, 2021

Vivo unveiled the Vivo Y72 5G a couple of weeks ago in Thailand. Now, it has got certified in Singapore suggesting that it could launch soon in the country.

A Vivo smartphone with model number V2041 appears(via Mukul Sharma) on Singapore’s IMDA database. The listing shows that the device is a 5G mobile phone. We have already seen that the Vivo Y72 5G has the same model number and it was spotted on Google Play Console settings before the launch.

Now, it has appeared on the Singapore certification indicating that it may go official soon. The device is already out in Thailand and if Vivo doesn’t make any big changes to the version launching in Singapore, it could be the first 5G device in Singapore under the Y-series with Dimensity chipset.

Anyway, the Vivo Y72 5G will feature a 6.58-inch IPS LCD FHD+ display. This display will have a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, 96 percent NTSC color gamut, and a 90.6 precent screen-to-body ratio.

Under the hood, the Vivo Y72 5G in Singapore will likely sport a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.1 storage. For cameras, the device in Thailand has a triple-camera setup with 64MP main lens, 8MP 120-degree ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens.

Upfront, the device has a 16MP selfie shooter. Other features of the Vivo Y72 5G include FunTouch OS 11.1 flavored Android 11 OS, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB-C, a microSD card slot, a superlinear speaker, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Let’s wait till the device goes official in Singapore to know the official pricing.

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OnePlus Pay Trademarked in India, likely to rival Google Pay and PayTM

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Sean

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Apr 7, 2021

OnePlus is apparently working on bringing its own digital payment service to India. The company has recently trademarked OnePlus Pay, which will likely rival other online wallet services like Google Pay and PayTM in the region.

OnePlus files the trademark for OnePlus Pay in India.#OnePlus #OnePlusPay pic.twitter.com/nzU1U9ipAH

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) April 5, 2021

The trademark registration was found by Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) and he shared the news on Twitter. As per the tweet, the Chinese tech giant is planning on soon launching it is in house payment platform in the country, although, it is still unknown when exactly the service will be available. The company had first announced that it was working on a payment service back in 2019 in China. This service works with the pre loaded wallet app, and users would have to set the OnePlus Pay as the default NFC based app.

To use the NFC based system, users can double press the power button to quickly access the digital wallet, which can be linked to the users’ debit cards. In India, the company is likely aiming to partner with Indian banks or international payment gateways like Mastercard or Visa that are widely popular in the region. Similarly, it might also choose to bring support for RuPay credit and debit cards as well for its Indian customers.

OnePlus Pay would also have the company join the list of smartphone manufacturers that have announced their own mobile payment services. Furthermore, the company would also face competition from third party payment apps like Google Pay and PayTM that are based around the UPI system in India. Unfortunately, finer details are unknown regarding the digital wallet, so stay tuned for more updates.

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Samsung Galaxy A31 receives its fourth price cut in India

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 7, 2021

Samsung launched the Galaxy A31 in India in June 2020. The company debuted a single 6GB + 128GB variant priced at ₹21,999. Since its release, the smartphone has received three price cuts. Now, after the launch of its successor Galaxy A32, the South Korean tech giant has once again dropped its price.

As mentioned above, Samsung debuted the Galaxy A31 (6GB + 128GB) in India for ₹21,999. The device is sold in three colors in the country, namely Prism Crush Blue, Prism Crush Black, and Prism Crush White.

A month after its launch, the handset’s price was dropped by ₹1,000. Hence, it retailed for ₹20,999 for a short period of time until the price was reverted. Then, in November, the company once again announced a price cut of ₹1,000.

A few weeks later, Samsung reduced the price of Galaxy A31 once again in December. Since this price drop, the phone had been selling for ₹17,999 in India.

Now, with the new ₹1,000 price cut, which was announced yesterday, the Galaxy A31 costs only ₹16,999. In other words, less than a year after its launch, the smartphone’s price has been officially slashed by ₹5,000.

The Galaxy A31 launched with Android 10-based One UI 2.x. Unlike other similarly priced Samsung handsets, it is yet to receive the Android 11 (One UI 3.x) update.

[Update: Nokia 8.1]Nokia 2.3 starts getting the Android 11 update

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Balaji S

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Apr 7, 2021

[Update] April 7

Along with Nokia 2.3, Nokia is also updating the Nokia 8.1 a.k.a Nokia X7. As spotted a few months back, the first wave of the update brings Android 11 to 9 different countries including India.

They are Bangladesh, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Macau, Nepal, the Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam.

Original story as follows…

Nokia shared its own Android 11 update roadmap back in October. Accordingly, the Nokia 2.3 was supposed to get it in Q1 2021. However, only after a week into Q2, the company has started the Android 11 rollout for Nokia 2.3.

In a Twitter post, the company says that it has finally started rolling out the Android 11 update for Nokia 2.3. On checking inside the Nokia community, we find that the company has detailed the rollout schedule of the update.

Accordingly, the post says that to ensure a smooth rollout, the company has split the update into waves. The first wave of updates will hit the 18 countries as below:

Bangladesh
Cambodia
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
Hong Kong
Iceland
Latvia
Laos
Lithuania
Macau
Malaysia
Nepal
Norway
Philippines
Sri Lanka
Sweden
Vietnam

Here, the 10% of the countries above will get it immediately while the rollout will 50% and 100% of the markets by April 10 and April 12 respectively. So, if you are anyone living in the countries above, you can check for the OTA update in your settings and you should get it by April 12.

Nokia 2.3 launched towards the fag end of 2019 in Egypt and later, came to countries like India. Speaking of which, it is interesting to note that India isn’t on the list of countries that are getting the Android 11 update in the first wave.

Anyway, it’s good that Nokia is bringing the second major Android upgrade as promised, for the Nokia 2.3. The device launched with Android 9 Pie out of the box and it has got the latest Android 11 with this update.

If you want to know the features of the Android 11, you can read over coverage on the same.

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Redmi Note 10 series launched in Nigeria, starts at ₦77,500 (~$189)

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Habeeb Onawole

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Apr 7, 2021

Xiaomi has announced the Redmi Note 10 series in Nigeria. The phones – the Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro – were announced in the country yesterday and will be available in three configurations and three color variants.

The Redmi Note 10 has a 6.43-inch AMOLED FHD+ DotDisplay (centered hole punch). It is powered by the Snapdragon 678 processor and comes with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. A dedicated MicroSD card slot allows for up to an additional 512GB of storage.

There is a 48MP quad-camera setup on the back that includes an 8MP ultrawide angle camera, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro camera. The selfie camera is a 13MP sensor and it can record in 1080p.

The phone also has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers, an IP53 rating, an infrared port, an audio jack, and a USB-C port. It packs a 5000mAh battery capacity and has support for 33W fast charging. Below are the Redmi Note 10′ prices for Nigeria:

4GB RAM + 64GB = ₦77,500 (~$189)
4GB RAM + 128GB = ₦88,500 (~$216)
6GB RAM + 128GB = ₦97,900 (~$239)

The Redmi Note 10 Pro, on the other hand, has a larger 6.67-inch display, keeps the resolution at FHD+, and adds a a120Hz refresh rate and HDR10 certification. It also keeps the fingerprint scanner on the side, has an IR blaster, supports 33W fast charging but comes with a slightly bigger 5020mAh battery.

There is a Snapdragon 732G processor powering it along with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. There is a MicroSD card slot too if you want more storage.

Another area where the pro model differs from the standard is the camera configuration. You get a 108MP primary rear camera, an 8MP ultrawide angle camera, a 5MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. There is also a 16MP front-facing camera.

Below are the Redmi Note 10 Pro’s prices for Nigeria:

6GB RAM + 64GB = ₦116,500 (~$285)
6GB RAM + 128GB = ₦126,500 (~$309)
8GB RAM + 128GB = ₦135,000 (~$330)

The phones are said to be available at partner stores offline. We also expect it to be available online later.

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Samsung launches Wi-Fi-enabled Fully-automatic Washing Machine lineup in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 7, 2021

Korean tech giant Samsung has launched a new smart washing machine in India. The product integrates artificial intelligence (AI) and gives users the leverage to switch the language of the user interface between Hindi and English. Samsung reputes the washing machine as the first to launch in India with this feature.

The Samsung Smart Washing Machine is equipped with the brand’s proprietary EcoBubble and QuickDrive technology designed to facilitate the operation time and conserve power. The technology also provides 45% extra fabric care.

Further, the washing machine also features Hygiene Steam technology which can remove ingrained dirt. It can also kill 99.9% of bacteria and allergens.

The new smart washing machine series includes 21 models and they are all equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) features that offer a customized laundry process. How this works is that the machine will learn with time and subsequently remember the usage habits of the homeowner. The machine also suggests the most frequently used wash cycle when it is turned on in order to speed up the setup.

Samsung AI-enabled Smart Inverter Washing Machine integrates WiFi connectivity which makes it a smart Internet of Things (IoT) device. Thus, it can be connected with Samsung smart devices such as Galaxy phones, smart TVs, and the Family Hub refrigerators. It also supports Alexa and Google Home voice control.

In terms of the design, the new washing machine line-up adopts a minimalist design that is different from previous models. It utilizes a user-friendly sleek digital interface that has a simple jog dial control. It also comes equipped with a Digital Inverter Technology that not only consumes lesser energy but also produces low operational noise.

As for the price, the new AI-enabled washing machine lineup starts at Rs. 35,400 (~$476). The smart device went on sale starting April 6 via Amazon.in, Flipkart, Samsung Shop the brand’s official store.

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Apple patents new system that can predict when an iPhone will run out of battery

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Sean

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Apr 7, 2021

Apple has been working on a new system, as per a recent patent filing. This new technology would help determine when an iPhone will run out of charge. The patent was filed with the US Patent & Trademark Office and was granted earlier this week.

According to a 9To5Mac report, the Cupertino based giant has patented a new system that can warn iPhone users on when their device is expected to run out. The patent is titled “smart advice to charge notification.” In other words, rather than aiding in saving the battery life as most other iOS features do, the new system is solely built to enable users to know how the battery of their iPhones will last during the day, which would be based on their recent usage.

At the moment, Apple users only get informed that the battery is low, once the device only has about 20 percent charge left. So, the new system would make the notification a lot more useful thanks to its personalized prompt. The company even gave an example where a user might have forgotten to charge their iPhone overnight and would receive a notification just before leaving for work the next morning.

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For Mac users, a similar feature is already available, with the macOS showing the user the estimated battery life left. However, the patent details a more complex system, as it would also identify the user’s behaviour on different days of the week to adjust the battery alerts for each day accordingly. Furthermore, it would also work based on the user’s location, although, the company reinforces that the data would be processed and stored locally to preserve user privacy.

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realme GT could launch in India in first week of May

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Balaji S

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Apr 7, 2021

realme GT launched in China a month ago. The device’s ‘Neo’ variant has recently been spotted on India’s BIS certification. While we speculate which among these would launch in India, realme CMO Francis Wang has hinted about a new flagship arrival in the country.

In a chat with Francis for the ‘Know your realmers’ episode, he talks a lot about realme and their plans ahead. In it, while replying to a question of which realme phone is he using as a daily driver, he hints about a new flagship device and says that ” it will launch as a part of realme’s 3rd-anniversary celebration”.

If you recall, realme began its journey in the first week of May in 2018. Going by Francis’s words, the next realme flagship for India should launch next month i.e, May 2021. Although we don’t have a confirmed date yet, it could be on May 4.

Talking about the device itself, just like the TechRadar report says, Francis doesn’t share any details on the name or features of the flagship. However, it could very well be the realme GT.

Now, keep in mind that the realme GT Neo, which is certified on BIS as mentioned above, is also a flagship but has MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset.

realme brought the Snapdragon 855 Plus-powered realme X2 Pro as its first flagship to India. Later, in early 2020, it was among the first to launch the realme X50 Pro 5G with Snapdragon 865 chipset. If the trend continues, we think the 2021 flagship will be the realme GT but let’s wait for an official confirmation.

The realme GT in China features a 6.43-inch Super AMOLED 120Hz display, Snapdragon 888 chipset paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage, triple-camera with 64MP main lens, 4,500mAh battery and supports 65W fast charging, and realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11 OS.

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HUAWEI Watch3 series with HarmonyOS and third-party app support could launch as early as May

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 7, 2021

Huawei’s smartphone empire has fallen due to the US ban. But the company is not giving up on other categories, especially wearables. Just recently, the firm debuted HUAWEI FreeBuds 4i and HUAWEI Band 6 in global markets. In its home market, the company is set to introduce new smart TVs tomorrow (April 8). Now, according to a new leak, the Chinese telecom giant will be also launching the HUAWEI Watch3 series before the end of H1 2021.

HUAWEI Watch 2 2018 Featured — HUAWEI Watch2 (2018)

Huawei has been selling smartwatches since 2015. The company’s first smartwatches came with HUAWEI Watch branding, These models featured Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear SoC and Android Wear. Hence, they offered poor battery life and performance.

In late 2018, the company debuted the HUAWEI GT series with HiSilicon Kirin SoC and HUAWEI LiteOS. This new breed of smartwatches from the company offers much better battery life and performance. However, they have limited third-party app support.

To fix these shortcomings, Huawei will be re-introducing the HUAWEI Watch lineup with the launch of the HUAWEI Watch3 series as early as May 2021, as per a blogger on Weibo (@鹏鹏君驾).

Alleged HUAWEI Watch 3 Series HarmonyOS UI Leak — Alleged HUAWEI Watch3 Series HarmonyOS UI

According to this person, the upcoming HUAWEI Watch3 series will run HarmonyOS. The new watches from the company will feature a new UI (pictured above). They are also said to have support for mobile payments and more third-party applications.

Further, Huawei will be also releasing a cellular variant with eSIM compatibility. As for battery life, the HUAWEI Watch3 series may have lower endurance when compared to the HUAWEI GT series because of the new operating system and additional features.

Last but not least, according to the blogger, the HUAWEI Watch3 series will be expensive than the HUAWEI GT series smartwatches.

Having said that, we would recommend you to consider this piece of information with a pinch of salt. Anyway, ff these wearables indeed exist, then we expect to learn more about them in the coming days.

Deal: Get YEELIGHT LED Screen Light Bar for $59.99

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Daily Deals

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Apr 7, 2021

If you are looking for a desk lamp or screen lamp, there is a fantastic deal that’s currently live on Banggood, on the YEELIGHT LED screen/monitor light bar. The dimmable screen lamp which retails at around $77 is available for $59.99 only at Banggood.

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YEELIGHT LED screen/monitor light bar at $59.99 @Banggood

The YEELIGHT Monitor Hanging Lamp / LED bar comes with an asymmetrical forward light design and fine lampshade which effectively reduces the screen reflection and glare. Triple eye protection and adjustable color temperature and brightness help you to light your desktop and study area as per your comfort. Moreover, the asymmetrical light design illuminates the desk and the keyboard rather than the screen, thereby reducing the glare otherwise caused by the usual desk lamp.

Banggood is selling YEELIGHT Monitor Hanging Lamp which retails at $77 for $59.99 only. The deal is applicable only on the Standard version ordered from the CZ and GWTR warehouse. The super deal ends in the next 13 days. So grab your YEELIGHT Monitor Hanging Lamp asap.

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

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TSMC secures 5nm & 6nm orders from Qualcomm, new chips to launch in H2 2021: Tipster

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Sean

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Apr 7, 2021

A new tip from a known Weibo leakster, a Chinese microblogging website, has revealed that TSMC has secured orders for the production of 5nm and 6nm chips from Qualcomm.

According to @数码闲聊站, the world’s largest contract chip maker, TSMC already has its 5nm and 6nm processes at maximum capacity, but Qualcomm has still managed to secure its orders with the firm. The tipster also added that new platforms made in these advanced processes will be launched within the second half of this year. These chips are expected to be a part of the American mobile chip maker’s mid to high segment processors for smartphones.

Notably, Qualcomm’s financial report also saw the company register earnings that were lower than what was previously estimated, which was due to Samsung‘s issues with production capacity. Thus, it would make sense that the firm would consider moving to TSMC over Samsung for its new orders. The news also arrives as TSMC is preparing to move to its latest 3nm processes.

The 3nm process would be the firm’s most advanced line and would be the first chip maker to make the shift to this process. Reportedly, trial production of this process is already progressing steadily, with risk production beginning sometime in March, while commercial production to follow soon. So stay tuned for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding the matter.

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Xiaomi Mi Curved Gaming Monitor 34” launched in Indonesia for Rp 6,799,000 ($467)

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 7, 2021

Back in October 2019, Xiaomi launched Mi Surface Display in China as its first curved gaming monitor. This product later debuted as Mi Curved Gaming Monitor 34” in Europe in July 2020. A month later, it was released in Malaysia. Now, over one and a half years after its initial debut, the monitor has finally launched in Indonesia.

Xiaomi is currently celebrating its 11th anniversary by offering discounts on its products worldwide as part of the Mi Fan Festival 2021. In some regions, the company is also launching products on this occasion.

Hence, Xiaomi has released the Mi Curved Gaming Monitor 34” in Indonesia. This monitor is priced at Rp 6,799,000 ($467) in the country. It will go on sale starting April 13 at 12:00 AM (local time) on Mi.com. The product will be also available at authorized Mi Stores.

As far as specs are concerned, the Xiaomi Mi Curved Gaming Monitor 34” flaunts a 34-inch WQHD (3440 × 1440 pixels) LCD panel with 1500R curvature, 21:9 aspect ratio, and 144Hz refresh rate. Further, the VA display has 16.7 million colors (8-bit), 3000:1 contrast ratio, 121% sRGB color gamut, 85% NTSC color gamut, 300 nits peak brightness, and up to 4ms response time.

Further, the monitor also supports AMD FreeSync Premium and low blue light mode. As for ports, it features x HDMI 2.0, 2 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x 3.5mm audio port, and 1 x AC power in.

Last but not least, the monitor supports height adjustment, rotation, and wall mounting.