Motorola razr 5G starts receiving Android 11 update

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Mar 18, 2021

The Motorola razr 5G is the company’s second foldable smartphone after the Motorola razr 2019. This handset debuted with Android 10 in September 2020. Now, months later, it has started receiving the Android 11 update.

Last December, Motorola published a list of devices that will be updated to Android 11. However, the company did not reveal when these smartphones will be getting the update.

Unsurprisingly, being a premium handset, the Motorola razr 5G is eligible for this update and the device has now started receiving it as well. According to an automated Telegram channel called Moto Updates Tacker (via PiunikaWeb), the razr 5G Android 11 update is currently live in Japan with build number RPS31.Q1-40-17-12.

As of now, it is not known when this update will be available in other regions. But it should be rolled out to more users across the world in the coming weeks.

Despite revealing the list of eligible devices in December, Lenovo-owned Motorola began seeding out Android 11 stable update only in late January starting with Moto G Pro. The update was later rolled out to Moto G8 and Moto G8 Power last week.

Apart from the above-mentioned four Motorola smartphones, the Verizon Motorola Edge+ is also receiving the Android 11 update right now.

OnePlus 9R confirmed to launch in India on March 23, will provide flagship experience at affordable price

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Mar 18, 2021

It’s a no-brainer that the OnePlus 9 series is arriving on March 23 globally and March 24 in China. The company has so far been promoting the OnePlus 9, 9 Pro devices but never spoke about the rumored 9R. That ends today as OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has confirmed it himself.

OnePlus 9 Pro Morning Mist Featured 04 — Representative image: OnePlus 9 Pro

In an exclusive interview with News18, Pete Lau says that the company is excited to bring the OnePlus 9R. The device will be targeted for a flagship experience at an affordable price.

If we recall, an older Android Central report said that the company is planning to bring a third device with an older Snapdragon 865 chipset. This was first believed to be the OnePlus 9 Lite only to be revealed as the OnePlus 9R later.

Coming back, Pete says that both the OnePlus 9R and OnePlus Watch will launch alongside the OnePlus 9, 9 Pro on March 23. He goes on to say further that the device will focus more on “smooth scrolling, immersive gaming controls and a superior viewing experience”.

To aid the above parameters, the device will also have the technology and class-leading industrial design so that the company can give a balanced all-around smartphone as per Pete. Talking about 5G, he says the network provides improved speed, better latency for cloud gaming.

There were vague rumors about the third device launching with watered-down specs like Snapdragon 690 5G chipset but looking at Pete Lau’s interview we feel that the device will be closer to the OnePlus 9, 9 Pro in performance, user experience, 5G but sell at a lower price.

Apart from India, we can also expect OnePlus to bring the 9R to countries like China.

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Meizu teases the Meizu 18 for global buyers; available on its AliExpress store

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Mar 18, 2021

The Meizu 18 and Meizu 18 Pro are Meizu’s flagship phones for this year. While they are more expensive than their predecessors, they do come with some pretty significant upgrades. However, just like the Meizu 17 and Meizu 16 series, these phones will most likely not get a global release but Meizu plans to make them available for international buyers.

The official Meizu Twitter account posted a tweet earlier today about the Meizu 18. The attached image listed some of the phone’s selling points but the most important point is that it also has an official international price of $819.99!

Getting know about Meizu 18 small screen full configuration flagship💗 pic.twitter.com/b8OJs8qJCn

— MEIZU (@MEIZU) March 18, 2021

While Meizu didn’t say where interested buyers can grab the small-screen flagship, we found it is available on its official store on AliExpress, although as at the time of writing, the base model is currently out of stock. Do note that it is not a global version but the Chinese version

We are not entirely sure of Meizu’s plans for the Meizu 18 series. We have contacted them but are yet to get a reply. Nevertheless, we presume the tweet is teasing an availability of the phone albeit the Chinese version, for international buyers. We also want to believe it is gauging the interest for a proper global release of the phone or of a future model.

The Meizu 18 has a 6.2-inch curved S-AMOLED display with a QHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Snapdragon 888 processor and has up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. There is a 64MP main camera on the back along with a 16MP ultrawide angle camera, and an 8MP telephoto camera. It also has a 20MP selfie camera.

Meizu ships the phone with a 4000mAh battery with support for 36W fast charging via USB-C. It runs Flyme 9 based on Android 11 out of the box and is available in Blue, Sunset Ocean, and White Gray.

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Upcoming Motorola Hanoip phone with 108MP triple cameras bags BIS certification

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 18, 2021

At the beginning of this month, a leak by German publication TechnikNews revealed that Motorola is gearing up to launch a new phone that is codenamed as Hanoip. The publication had revealed that the model number of the device is XT-2135-1/2. Popular tipster and YouTuber Mukul Sharma spotted the XT-2135-2 variant listed in the database of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

As usual, the BIS listing has not revealed any information about the XT-2135-2 smartphone. However, the certification is a good hint that it will be arriving in the Indian market soon.

The identity of the XT-2147-1 and XT-2129-5 Motorola phones can also be seen in the screenshot of the BIS certification shared by Sharma. The XT-2129-5 model number belongs to the Moto G30, which recently launched in India and global markets. While the XT-2147-1 has also received certification from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the U.S, there is no word on its final product name.

Motorola Hanoip specifications (Rumored)

The Motorola Hanoip smartphone is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 732G chipset and it is expected to arrive in options like 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. It may feature a 32-megapixel + 16-megapixel dual selfie camera system and its rear camera setup may include a 108-megapixel Samsung HM2 primary camera, a 16-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor.

The handset is expected to arrive in colors like Iceberg, Terracotta, and Sangria. There is no word on its pricing yet.

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Deal: Get Zhiyun Smooth 4 Gimbal for $89 (Original Price $100)

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Mar 18, 2021

If you are looking for a phone gimbal with some smart functions then check out this offer on Zhiyun Smooth 4,3-Axis phone gimbal. Generally retailing at $100 the gimbal is now available for $89 only.

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Zhiyun Smooth 4,3-Axis phone gimbal at $89@AliExpress

Designed for mobile filmmakers Zhiyun Smooth 4 Gimbal comes with a unique control panel with a separate menu, display, focus/zoom, and light buttons and a dedicated follow focus handwheel. Moreover, with advanced functions like the phone-go mode, you can use the gimbal to shoot fast-moving objects like vehicles and animals with clarity and precision.

Made with high-quality durable yet lightweight material Zhiyun Smooth 4 gimbal is comfortable to hold and easy to carry around. The ergonomic design and hammer paint texture adds a unique luster with a more sensible hand feel and advanced functions like timelapse, motion lapse, hyper-lapse, etc makes this gimbal a must-have for all aspiring mobile moviemakers.

Zhiyun Smooth 4 3-Axis gimbal generally retails at $100. But as a limited period offer, AliExpress is selling this product for $89 only. Please note that this offer is valid only on the SM4-Black variant ordered from the China warehouse. So without further ado order your gimbal asap.

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Possible Xiaomi foldable (M2011J18C) smartphone gets 3C certification in China

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Balaji S

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Mar 18, 2021

Xiaomi’s foldable smartphone has been in development for years now. Right from a prototype video showcased in early 2019, the company’s first foldable device has triggered quite a lot of expectations. This year, it is finally going to launch up to three such devices according to reports. And one of those might have just appeared on China’s 3C certification.

Alleged Xiaomi foldable spotted in the wild

A Xiaomi smartphone with model number M2011J18C appears on the 3C certification authority website. If you recall, this device, likely a foldable smartphone, had appeared on the TENAA certification last month.

A few reports have said that the company would bring this device under the Mi MIX series but that’s not confirmed yet. In that report, it was mentioned that the device would come with a 67W Wired Fast charging support.

In line with that, the 3C certification of the M2011J18C shows that the device can charge up to a maximum of 20V at 3.25A~65W. Apart from this, the listing shows that it supports 5G connectivity.

So far, reports say that the device would adopt Galaxy Z Fold2 like hinge design hinting at an inward folding display. The device is expected to feature and a display of around 7-inches with a 120Hz refresh rate.

Other expected features include a flagship Snapdragon 888 chipset, 108MP camera, 5,000mAh battery, run MIUI 12, and more. Let’s wait for more concrete details which are sure to come out as the launch draws near.

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ASUS ZenFone 8 Mini may offer 120Hz 5.9-inch OLED display and Snapdragon 888

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 18, 2021

ASUS has recently unveiled the ROG Phone 5 gaming smartphone and it is now rumored to be working on the ZenFone 8 series of flagship phones. According to a new report by XDA Developers which cites information found through the kernel source of ROG Phone 5 has revealed that there are models in the ZenFone 8 series. These handsets are codenamed as “SAKE”, “PICASSO”, and “VODKA.”

The ASUS “SAKE” model is expected to debut as the ZenFone 8 Mini. It is believed to have a model number of ASUS_ZS590KS / ASUS_I006D. It is expected to arrive with specs like a 5.92-inch OLED screen that offers a 120Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. It is powered by the Snapdragon 888 chipset.

For photography, it features a new camera with Sony IMX663 model number and a 64-megapixel Sony IMX686 camera. It could be equipped with a Cirrus CS35L45 amplifier. In the ASUS software, the handset found to be mentioned as a “small phone,” which indicates that it could be the smallest Snapdragon 888 SoC powered smartphone.

The “PICASSO” handset could be the ZenFone 8 handset. It is expected to arrive with specs like a 120Hz 6.67-inch OLED panel, Pixel i6 visual processor, and Snapdragon 888 chipset. For photography, it may feature a 64-megpaixel (Sony IMX686) + 12.2-megapixel (Sony IMX363) + 8-megapixel telephoto (OmniVision) triple camera system and a 24-megapixel (OV24B1Q) selfie camera. The same camera setup can be found on the ZenFone 7. Its model number ASUS_ZS672KS / ASUS_I004D,

There is no word on the identity of the “VODKA” model, which is said to have ASUS_Z5675KW / ASUS_I007D model number. It is expected to feature a 6.7-inch display and Snapdragon 888 chipset. In related news, two monikers such as ASUS ZenFone 8 and ZenFone 8 Flip were spotted in the ASUS PixelMaster Camera app’s latest version. It is not clear whether the ASUS_ZS672KS or the ASUS_Z5675KW will be called ZenFone 8 Flip.

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vivo V17 Pro has started receiving Funtouch OS 11 (Android 11) update in India

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 18, 2021

Chinese smartphone maker vivo shared Funtouch OS 11 (Android 11) update plan for India in early January. Keeping up with the schedule, the company has started rolling out this update for the vivo V17 Pro in the country.

A few days back, vivo began to seed the FuntouchOS 11 update for the regular vivo V17 in India. Now, this update is live for vivo V17 Pro as well.

According to a report by PiunikaWeb, the Android 11 update for vivo V17 Pro is currently under greyscale testing. In simpler words, the latest update is only available for a select few users of this smartphone.

For those unaware, vivo greyscale testing is similar to Xiaomi MIUI Stable Beta. These types of builds are made available for only a few users to test their stability before rolling out to everyone. In this way, companies can avoid catastrophe if there are problems with the software build.

Anyway, the vivo V17 Pro FuntouchOS 11 (Android 11) update should be available for all the users in India very soon. However, we cannot tell for sure how long it will take for the company to seed it out to everyone.

That said, Android 11 should be the last major software update for the vivo V17 Pro since vivo is not known for providing more than two Android updates. This handset debuted with Android 9.0-based Funtouch OS 9.1 was updated to Android 10 (Funtouch OS 10) last year.

Huawei to launch the FreeBuds 4 in four color variants in May: Tipster

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Sean

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Mar 18, 2021

Earlier today (18th March 2021), a tipster on Weibo,a Chinese microblogging website, shared that Huawei might be planning on launching its FreeBuds 4 truly wireless earbuds in four color variants in May 2021.

As per a social media post from @勇气数码君, the Chinese tech giant is planning on launching its latest iteration of the FreeBuds earphones in May. The wireless earbuds will be available in four different colors. At the moment, it is currently unknown what colors the new hearables will arrive in, but it is expected to be a white, black, red, and silver. The codename for the upcoming earphones is “Mermaid.”

The previous iteration, the FreeBuds 3, had a semi in ear design and still featured active noise cancellation feature (ANC). This design is expected to likely to be carried forward for the upcoming FreeBuds 4. Keep in mind, the actual name of the new earbuds are unknown as of right now. Notably, the consumer electronics maker already launched a FreeBuds 4i model recently.

Unfortunately, the finer details like specifications of the new earphones are still unknown. The FreeBuds 3 arrived with the Huawei HiSilicon’s Kirin A1 chipset along with support for Bluetooth 5.1, the first earphone to feature it. This is all the information we have so far, so stay tuned for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available.

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itel G-series 32, 43, and 55-inch Android TVs launched in India: Specs, Features, and Price

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Balaji S

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Mar 18, 2021

As reported before, a brand of Transsion Holdings, itel, has entered the Android TV market and launched its new G-series Smart TVs in India. The company has brought four models in total and they span across three different sizes- 32,43, and 55-inches. Let’s take a look at their specifications, features, and prices.

itel G-series Android TV itel G3230IE, itel G4330IE, itel G4334IE, and itel G5534IE Price, Availability

itel has brought four Android TVs to the market. The lower-priced ones run Android TV 9 whereas the 43 and 55-inches run Android TV 10. You can take a look at the pricing below:

itel G3230IE(32-inch, HD Ready)– ₹16,999
itel G4330IE(43-inch, FHD)– ₹28,499

The company hasn’t revealed the complete list of pricing yet but said that the TVs would be available for purchase starting today across offline stores in the country.

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itel G-series 32-inch, 43-inch, 55-inch Android TVs Specifications and Features

itel G3230IE and itel G4330IE

itel 32-inch and 43-inch Android TV with model numbers itel G3230IE and itel G4330IE has HD ready and FHD display. These displays have resolutions of 1366×768 and 1920×1080 pixels respectively. They also have a viewing angle of 170°, and have respective contrast ratios of 3000:1 and 4000:1.

In terms of storage, these two TVs have 1GB RAM and 8GB storage each. They run Android TV 9, have I/O like 1xTuner, 2xHDMI, 1xMini AV, 1xUSB, 1xRJ-45, 1×3.5mm jack, 1xOptical

itel G4334IE and itel G5534IE

On the other hand, the itel G4334IE and itel G5534IE come in 43-inch and 53-inches sizes, have a 4K UHD panel with a resolution of 3840*2160 Pixels, and 1300:1 and 1200:1 contrast ratios respectively.

Unlike the above models, these two Android TVs have slightly wider viewing angles(178°). Also, they have 2GB RAM and 8GB onboard storage, run Android TV 10, have 3xHDMI, 2xUSB ports, 1xMini AV & Mini-YPbPr port in addition to the ones mentioned above.

Apart from this, all the four models have some common features like frameless design, 60Hz refresh rate displays, 24W(12*2) speakers with Dolby Audio, Bluetooth remote with Voice control for Google Assistant(Hotkeys for Amazon Prime, Netflix, YouTube), Play Store, Google Assistant, Chromecast built-in, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity.

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Redmi Note 10 display and body breaks after Durability Test (Video)

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Sean

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Mar 18, 2021

The Redmi Note 10 was recently put under an intense durability test. In a new YouTube video, the device was submerged in water, scratched, dropped, and even bent to test its endurance.

The new YouTube video was from a YouTube channel called Gupta Information Systems. This video had a brand new Redmi Note 10 model put through a durability test, which is quite similar to the one we’ve seen on the JerryRigEverything channel. The first test involves a complete submersion test for the device, which is rated for just splash proof. It was submerged for 5 minutes, which had small amounts of water enter through the SIM card slot.

Despite this, the device still functioned normally, but other flaws in the design started to show soon after. In the scratch test on the body, it was found that the device’s volume buttons still had the same issue that affected its predecessor, with the buttons being easy to snap off with enough force. Similarly, scratch were quite easy to induce on most parts of the body, except the Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3 front panel. While the device still performed average in the remaining tests, the final drop and bend tests were where the issue started.

In the video title, “take an insurance” was stated, which seems apt considering a drop test with the screen facing downward ruined the display. While the Gorilla Glass remained intact, the panel on the inside did not function properly. This might also be partly due to the fact that the Note 10 was dropped in three different angles. In the final bend test, the smartphone broke apart from the region that housed the side mounted fingerprint sensor.

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Sennheiser IE 300 earphones launched in India with detachable MMCX Fidlidy+ connectors

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 18, 2021

Last month, Sennheiser revealed that it is looking to sell its consumer audio business. However, that’s not stopping the company from launching new products. The German brand has announced a new pair of audiophile earphones in India called Sennheiser IE 300.

The newly launched Sennheiser IE 300 earphones are targeted at customers who want to experience hi-fi audio at budget. But that does not mean they are cheap since they are priced at ₹29,999 ($414).

These earphones will be available at Sennheiser online store, leading online retailers, and select offline stores across India. They will go on sale starting March 25 in the country.

The Sennheiser IE 300 in-ear earphones feature the company’s 7mm Extra Wide Band (XWB) transducers that are manufactured in Germany. Unlike common earphones, they come with a detachable 3.5mm cable.

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This cable is reinforced with Para-Aramid for durability. Further, the cable includes gold-plated MMCX Fidlidy+ connectors that go into the 4.8mm-wide socket of earphones’ housing and an L-shape 3.5mm headphone jack. Customers can also buy 2.5mm and 4.4mm connector cables separately.

Talking about technical specs, the earphones offer up to 124dB Sound Pressure Level (SPL), 6Hz-20KHz frequency response, less than 0.08% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) at 1KHz and 94dB SPL, and 16Ω impedance.

Other features of these earphones include a resonator chamber to remove masking resonances, a membrane foil for minimized natural resonances, three different sizes of silicone ear tips, and adjustable flexible ear hooks.

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Last but not least, the Sennheiser IE 300 weighs 4g without the cable, and the included cable measures 125cm in length.

Huami schedules launch event for March 23, most likely for Amazfit T-Rex Pro

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Habeeb Onawole

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Mar 18, 2021

Huami has set a launch date for March 23 and from the teasers, it is for a new smartwatch under its Amazfit brand. The teasers hint at the launch of the much-awaited Amazfit T-Rex Pro which has appeared in some recent leaks.

We spotted the announcement on the official Amazfit Store on AliExpress and it includes a short video teaser. Both the video teaser and image teasers below show a silhouette of a rugged watch whose design matches that of the Amazfit T-Rex Pro.

A leak from earlier this month revealed that the Amazfit T-Rex Pro will have a 1.3-inch AMOLED 360 x 360 display with Gorilla Glass protection and oleophobic coating. It will come with the BioTracker 2 PPG sensor, a 3-axis acceleration sensor, a 3-axis gyroscope, an altimeter, and a geomagnetic sensor. The watch will also support GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo satellite navigation systems.

Alongside the new Biotracker 2 PPG sensor, the Amazfit T-Rex Pro will also have a higher waterproof rating of 10 ATM. The battery capacity will remain unchanged at 390mAh but it will come with a new operating system that is based on RTOS (Real-Time OS). The smartwatch will be compatible with both Android and iOS devices. The smartwatch will also come in three new colors.

A leaked product page for the EU site said the Amazfit T-Rex Pro will cost €169.90 while the AliExpress listing puts a placeholder price of $299. We advise you to take these prices with a pinch of salt and wait till the March 23 launch date to know the official price tag. If you want to get an early look at the watch, a hands-on video is already available online.

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ZTE to launch MyOS on March 30, the company’s new user interface for smartphones

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Mar 18, 2021

ZTE, the China-based technology company, has today officially announced its new mobile operating system interface — MyOS. This new user interface for the smartphone will replace the company’s existing MiFavor.

Making the announcement of this new UI, the company said that “this time, we broke through the inherent thinking, incorporated unfettered creative inspiration into the design, and brought a unique new personalized system: MyOS.”

This new MyOS user interface, running on top of the Android operating system, is expected to be first available on the company’s upcoming ZTE S30 series smartphones that are also scheduled to launch in China on 30th March. Later, it will be released for other ZTE models.

ZTE is calling it MyOS 11, which indicates that it is a successor of the MiFavor 10.5 that came installed in the ZTE Axon 20 smartphone. Thus, it’s likely that the company has just changed the name from MiFavor to MyOS.

The development comes just days after ZTE’s executive confirmed that the company has no plans of adopting the Huawei HarmonyOS for its smartphones this year. Now, the reason behind that is pretty clear.

At this time, nothing much is known about the new MyOS but the company will be revealing more details on 30th March, along with the launch of the Axon S30 series smartphones. We expect to know more about it in the coming days through leaks and teasers from the company.

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Deal: Buy Zhiyun Cinepeer C11 Gimbal for $52.13 (Original Price $60)

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Mar 18, 2021

AliExpress is giving out Zhiyun Cinepeer C11 Gimbal for $52.13 only. The handheld stabalizer which generally retails at $60 is now available at the discounted price of $52.13 only.

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Zhiyun Cinepeer C11 Gimbal at $52.13 @AliExpress

Zhiyun Cinepeer C11 is a gimbal/stabilizer specifically designed for smartphones. With this device, you can simply record your stories on the go without worrying about video and image quality. Compatible with iOS 10.0 and Android 5.0 or higher versions, the gimbal comes with an optimized C11 3-axis stabilizing system that helps you to take smooth and clear footage while minimizing shaky and grainy frames, as you move.

The gimbal comes with a 4-way joystick and features a variety of visual functions like dolly zoom, object tracking, panorama, timelapse, motion lapse, etc. Designed to function in both portrait and landscape mode, Zhiyun Cinepeer C11 comes with 12 hours of battery life and even a Phone charging option.

Generally retailing at $60, you can now buy Zhiyun Cinepeer C11 Gimbal for $52.13 only. This limited-time offer comes with free shipping from the China warehouse and additional coupons from AliExpress. So go get your gimbal before the deal expires.

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OPPO Find X2 Neo gets the stable ColorOS 11(Android 11) update

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Balaji S

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Mar 18, 2021

OPPO has been living up to the promise of updating its older devices with ColorOS 11 based on Android 11. The company has recently updated devices like the OPPO F15, Reno2 Z (Beta), and Reno2 F. Now, It has added the OPPO Find X2 to this tally.

If you recall, OPPO had released the global update rollout plan for March 2021 earlier this month. Accordingly, the OPPO Find X2 Neo was supposed to be getting the stable update this month. However, a user named Rafael on Twitter had posted a query about the delayed update.

As per his tweet, the device with model number CPH2009 didn’t receive the update, and OPPO’s ColorOS global account has replied to this and officially confirmed that the rollout has already begun in Spain. In case you don’t know the March rollout plan notified that users in Spain, Netherlands, and France will be getting the update for the OPPO Find X2 Neo.

I go there every day every 5 minutes a day and my phone doesnt get the software update. You are not reading me.

— Rafael Jiménez (@rafajimenezpe) March 18, 2021

Responding to this message, the user has replied that despite checking in the software update section frequently, he isn’t receiving it. This could be because of a staggered rollout and it might take a few days before reaching everyone via OTA.

OPPO launched the Find X2 Neo with Android 10-based ColorOS 7 in April 2020. It’s almost a year now and the device is finally getting the Android 11 update. To know more about the features of the ColorOS 11, you can read our coverage on the same.

Talking about the rollout, now that OPPO has begun the update in Spain, the other two countries, Netherlands and France, as mentioned above, should be getting it sooner. However, if you are living in Spain and have already got the update, let us know in the comments below.

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Huawei working on addressing the security concerns across the globe: Official

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Sean

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Mar 18, 2021

Huawei is working on addressing the various security risks and national security concerns that surrounds it across the globe, as stated by the company’s official in a recent interview.

In a recent interview with Bloomberg, Andy Purdy, chief technology officer of Huawei Technologies Co.’s U.S. operations, stated that it is currently discussing the ‘prospects’ for the company amid frictions between the world’s two largest economies, the US and China. Last week, the US Federal Communications Commission stated that telecommunications and video surveillance made by five Chinese companies including Huawei “pose an unacceptable risk to the national security.”

Earlier this week, the FCC moved towards banning China Unicom and ComNet from the US entirely. Purdy added that the it also too early to tell if the new Biden administration would be better than the previous one. Furthermore, the executive also added that the company is focusing on its “ability to do business in the United States,” while recognizing the COVID-19 having a major impact on the nation’s economy.

Previously, we had reported on the US government had imposed a new restriction on Huawei suppliers over 5G technology licensing. Furthermore, when asked about its efforts in addressing the allegations regarding the company being a security threat, Andy stated that the firm has made “tremendous developments.” The official said that the company is focusing globally, especially with the European Union, pushing for “objective standards” for telecom operators and equipment suppliers, which the brand hopes would inform the US government and help alleviate the national security concerns the company faces.

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Blackview Tab 9 launching soon with its own customized OS Skin

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Simranpal Singh

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Mar 18, 2021

It looks like Blackview is heading to launch a new tablet named Blackview Tab 9. The new tablet device will be a replacement for Blackview Tab 8, which was launched back in 2020. The tablet has acquired a great deal of notoriety for its good quality and budget-friendly price tag.

Must See: Blackview BV6600 rugged smartphone with 8580 mAh battery debuts for sale at $129.99

Coming to its highlights, the new tablet runs Android 10-based self-developed OS. Blackview’s engineers have been developing the OS for many months by putting in a lot of effort and time. The new OS is expected to come with subtle app icons and a user interface that gives a great and fantastic experience. Moreover, an inbuilt system helps users run every task more smartly than before. As it is a self-developed OS, the device may run perfectly as each, and every feature is selected manually.

The name of Blackview’s upcoming OS is not decided yet, but the company is conducting a prize contest to congregate all the user suggested names. Interested users can follow this link to join the prize contest. Also, remember that the contest is going to end on March 22 at midnight, GMT+8.

Talking about a few specifications, the Blackview Tab 9 comes with a 10.1-inch FHD+ display while sporting a 1920 x 1200 pixels resolution and offering very thin bezels. Moreover, the device comes with a slim and elegant look. It is also expected to house a 7,480 mAh massive battery which can support 840 hrs Standby, 30 hrs Calling, 38 hrs of Music, etc. It is coupled with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage to provide a better multitasking experience. In-camera, there’s a 13-MP rear camera and a 5-MP front camera.

More information about the Blackview 9 Tab is available via its official website.

Related: Blackview BV6600 rugged smartphone will offer 3-5 days of battery backup

Live images of Vivo X60 Pro global variant appears via NCC listing revealing a triple cam setup

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 18, 2021

BBK subsidiary Vivo has already launched the Vivo X60 series comprised of the X60 and X60 Pro in China. The two models are almost identical in terms of specs with some minor differences. One prominent difference is the presence of a Quad camera setup on the X60 Pro with the fourth sensor being an 8MP 5x periscope lens.

Well, Vivo may soon launch the models in the global market with several teasers already being shared. The models have also been certified by several agencies. The latest news is that the X60 Pro has appeared on the website of Taiwan’s NCC, giving us a peek at the device.

The major take from the listing is that the X60 Pro will come with a triple camera setup instead of four which is utilized on the Chinese variant. This doesn’t seem to be the Vivo X60, in case you are thinking along that line. The device is listed with the model number V2046 and it has appeared on several certification websites bearing this same model number. For reference, the X60 has model number V2045.

In addition, the model also comes with a centrally located punch-hole camera as well as a gradient rear panel. At the rear, there is a rectangular camera module with the Zeiss badge. The module houses three sensors.

Other aspects seem to align with those of the Chinese variant as the X60 Pro is shown to pack a 4200mAH battery with 33W fast charging support.

To recall, the Vivo X60 Pro packs a 6.56-inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution of 2376×1080 pixel. The phone also comes with support for HDR10 and HDR10+. While the Chinese version is powered by an Exynos 1080 chip, the global version may likely pack a Snapdragon chipset.

The Vivo X60 series is expected to be launched in India on March 25.

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OPPO F19 Pro+ 5G will launch as OPPO Reno5 Z 5G in Asia and OPPO A94 5G in Europe: Report

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 18, 2021

Last week, OPPO launched the OPPO F19 Pro+ 5G as the company’s most affordable 5G smartphone in India. This handset is now expected to arrive with two different names in separate markets.

OPPO A94 5G Cosmo Blue Render Leak — OPPO A94 5G Cosmo Blue | Source: Dealntech

Two OPPO smartphones called OPPO A94 5G and OPPO Reno5 Z 5G are in the news for a while now. According to a report by Dealntech, these devices are nothing but a rebranded OPPO F19 Pro+ 5G.

The publication says that the OPPO Reno5 Z 5G will be sold in Asia. On the other hand, the OPPO A94 5G will be available in Europe. Additionally, the report reveals that the latter phone will come in two colors, namely Cosmo Blue (pictured above) and Fluid Black.

As far as specifications are concerned, the upcoming OPPO A94 5G and OPPO Reno5 Z 5G will be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 800U SoC. They will flaunt a 6.43-inch FHD+ (2400 × 1080 pixels) AMOLED display with a single punch-hole at the top left corner.

Further, the devices will sport a quad-camera setup on the back consisting of a 48MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, a 2MP macro snapper, and a 2MP depth sensor. For selfies and video calls, they will come with a 16MP shooter.

Other features of these handsets will include dual-SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, GNSS(BeiDou, GLONASS, and Galileo, GPS), 3.5mm headphone jack, dedicated microSD card slot, in-display fingerprint sensor, ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11, 4,310mAh battery, and 50W fast charging.