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ASUS ROG Phone 5 premium gaming smartphone fails durability test

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Jeet
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ASUS launched its fourth-generation gaming smartphone — ASUS ROG Phone 5 series earlier this month. The lineup includes three devices — ROG Phone 5, ROG Phone 5 Pro, and ROG Phone 5 Ultimate.

Now, YouTube channel JerryRigEverything conducted a durability test of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 but to the surprise of many, the device failed the test. A premium high-end gaming smartphone, which is made for rough usage, should have better durability.

When Jerry tried to bend the smartphone, without applying the full force, the phone’s vibratory went haywire and the bottom of the display started facing issues. A little more bend on the front made the display stopped working. When the phone was bent on the back, the glass-coated back panel cracked and the phone was dead.

However, the phone survived a few other tests, including the scratch test and the heat test. But it ultimately failed the durability test given that the smartphone was dead after performing the bend test on the device.

The ASUS ROG Phone 5 series come powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The standard and Pro model max at 16GB RAM and 512GB internal storage, while the Ultimate version comes with a whopping 18GB RAM, similar to the RedMagic 6 Pro Special Edition.

ASUS ROG Phone 5
ASUS ROG Phone 5

On the front, the phones in the lineup come with a 6.78-inch FHD+ Samsung Super AMOLED Display (E4) with up to 144Hz refresh rate, 24.3ms touch latency, 300Hz touch sampling rate, and an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

As for the optics, the devices feature a triple camera setup on the back consisting of a 64MP Sony IMX686 primary sensor, a 13MP ultra-wide unit, and a 5MP macro shooter. There is also a 24MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calls.

The devices run the latest Android 11 operating system out-of-the-box with both ZenUI and ROG UI on top. The phones are powered by a dual-3000mAh (6,000mAh) battery with support for 65W fast charging and Qualcomm Quick Charge 5.0.

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Volvo to halt car production in China and US in March due to chip shortage

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Sean
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Volvo Cars will temporarily be halting or adjusting its production in China and the US. The primary reason for this move is due to the company being affected by the chip shortage issue that has affected various industries across the globe.

Volvo

According to a YahooNews report, the automobile maker made the announcement of adjusting or halting production earlier this week for China and the United States. As per the official statement, “We expect the situation to become critical during the second quarter and have therefore decided to take measures to minimize the impact on production while working daily to improve the situation. Volvo Cars will temporarily stop or adjust production in some of its car factories (in the United States and China) during the month of March.”

The company further added that it has yet to be affected or lose volumes due to the global chip shortage. Although, it said that there was a “big risk,” which could hit during the first quarter of this year. Notably, the shortages in semiconductors has affected the automobile industry, with various car makers competing with the consumer electronic industry for chip supplies.

Volvo

Previously, we had reported on the impact the chip supply issue would have on the automobile industry. Similarly, Germany has also urged Taiwan for help over its own automobile production issues owing to semiconductor shortages. The issue is expected to persist this year, so stay tuned for more updates.

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iQOO 7 and Neo5 spotted at BIS, Likely to launch soon in India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Recent reports have claimed that iQOO is gearing up to launch new iQOO phones in India. One of them seems to be the iQOO 7 flagship phone that debuted in China in January. A screenshot shared by tipster Abhishek Yadav reveals the alleged iQOO 7 and iQOO Neo5 smartphones have received approval from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

The BIS screenshot shared by the tipster shows that I2009 and I2011 are the model numbers of the upcoming iQOO smartphones for India. The I2009 was previously spotted with Snapdragon 888, mobile platform, 12 GB of RAM, and Android 11 OS at Geekbench in February. It is speculated that this model may break cover in India as the iQOO 7.

The iQOO I2011 model number has been spotted for the first time. A similar model number I2012 with specs like Snapdragon 870, 8 GB of RAM, and Android 11 OS was spotted at Geekbench last month. At that time, it was speculated that this device could be the Indian variant of the iQOO Neo5.

The I1927 and I1928 model numbers belong to the 4G and 5G variants of last year’s iQOO 3. Hence, there is a possibility that I2012, as well as I2011 model numbers, could be associated with the Neo5. With BIS certifications in tow, it appears that iQOO will soon announce new iQOO phones in India.

In related news, iQOO is reportedly planning to launch a mid-range Z-series phone and an entry-level U-series smartphone in China. These devices are likely to debut as iQOO Z3 and iQOO U3x by the end of this month. The Z3 may feature a 144Hz display, Snapdragon 768G, and 48-megapixel triple cameras, whereas the iQOO U3x could be a rebadged version of the Snapdragon 480 powered Vivo Y31s 5G.

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Apple Mac based malware risks surged in 2020, but Windows still worse affected

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Sean
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The development of malware and other harmful softwares have risen for the Apple Macs last year. A new report has suggested the growth of Mac based malware risks, although the figure is still nowhere near as high as the number for Windows.

Apple

According to a AtlasVPN report (Via AppleInsider), security researchers at the AV-TEST GmbH found 674,273 new samples of malwares for macOS in 2020. On the other hand, the researchers found just 56,556 samples in 2019 and 92,570 in 2018. In other words, the group found a more than ten fold rise in malware samples for the platform. Furthermore, the data also proves that a lot more unique malware samples were identified, suggesting that malware developers are turning their attention towards Mac.

Notably, the 674,273 samples detected last year is also much higher than a total of 219,257 samples that were found by AV-TEST GmbH between 2012 and 2019. While the report does imply that harmful software and their development are growing, the number is still quite small when compared to Windows. AV-TEST GmbH found that 91.05 million samples were made for the Microsoft platform. This marks a new record high and an increase from 89.07 million samples in 2019.

Apple

Looking at these numbers, it implies that Windows based malware developers created an average of 249,452 new threats everyday. Meanwhile, Mac based malware creators only made about 1,847 new threats per day. As per AtlasVPN, macOS had become a target for attackers because of an increase in its market share in the overall PC market.

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Motorola Moto G100 Europe price leaked ahead of launch

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Motorola has officially confirmed to launch the Moto G100 on March 25. This smartphone will be the first Moto G series device with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 series SoC. Ahead of its announcement, the handset’s price for Europe has been revealed by a retailer.

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Motorola Edge S (aka Motorola Moto G100)

The upcoming Moto G100 is a rebranded Motorola Edge S that launched in China in late January. Hence, we know everything about his phone. We even published our review of this smartphone earlier this month.

Now, before the global launch of Moto G100, a retailer from Europe has exposed the price of this handset on its website. A Spanish retailer called ParatuPc has currently listed the 8GB + 128GB variant of the phone in Blue color at €479.77.

The listing does not mention the official name of the device. Instead, it uses its model number XT2125. It was first spotted by Binay Konwar of Dealntech.

For comparison, the same 8GB + 128GB variant of Motorola Edge S costs only ¥2399 (€308) in China. In other words, the Moto G100 will cost around €172 more in Europe. 

Anyway, it is worth noting that smartphones are usually expensive in Europe when compared to the rest of the world. On the other hand, handsets are mostly the cheapest in China. Hence, the vast difference in price is not surprising.

 

 

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OnePlus appoints Zhou Xun and Hu Ge as Brand Ambassador for the OnePlus 9 series

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Jeet
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OnePlus is all set to launch its next-generation flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 9 series on 23rd March, and the company will launch the same in the Chinese market on 24th March at Shanghai Oriental Sports Center at 2:00 PM local time.

Today, the company has announced that the actress Zhou Xun and actor Hu Ge have become the Brand Ambassador for the OnePlus smartphones. In the poster, both of them can be seen holding the upcoming OnePlus 9 Pro smartphone.

OnePlus 9 Series Zhou Xun

As for the specifications of the upcoming flagship smartphone, it has been confirmed that the Pro variant supports a variable refresh rate that drops as low as 1Hz and supports up to 120Hz. There’s a Smart 120Hz mode that reduces consumption by up to 50%.

The standard model is expected to come with a 6.5-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen while the Pro 5G may feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED QHD+ screen. Under the hood, both the devices will come powered by the Snapdragon 888 mobile platform, coupled with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage.

OnePlus 9 Series Hu Ge

The smartphones are expected to feature a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. The Hasselblad branded rear camera system of the OnePlus 9 5G includes a 48-megapixel Sony IMX789 primary camera, and a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 ultrawide snapper, and probably a telephoto lens. The Pro model has a quad-camera setup that includes a Sony IMX789 48-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 superwide sensor, an 8-megapixel telephoto lens, and a 2-megapixel depth helper.

The OnePlus 9 5G and 9 Pro 5G may feature a 4,500mAh battery with 65W fast charging support. A recent leak claimed that the Pro model will support 50W wireless charging. There is a possibility that the standard variant may come with 30W charging.

OnePlus 9 Pro

Recently, it has been leaked that the OnePlus 9 5G will come in Stellar Black, Arctic Sky, and Winter Mist colors while the Pro variant will be offered in three colors — Astral Black, Morning Mist, and Pine Green.

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SMIC and Shenzhen government to invest $2.35 billion to build new foundry in China

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Sean
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SMIC, China’s largest chip maker, has entered into an agreement with Shenzhen government to build a new wafer fabrication plant in the country. The news arrives as the world suffers from a major semiconductor shortage.

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According to a SCMP report, the new SMIC Shenzhen plant will be using mature chip making technologies of 28nm processes and above. This plant is set to have a goal of producing 40,000 12 inch wafers per month. The announcement arrived earlier this week, with the production at the new factory expected to begin in 2022. Furthermore, the SMIC and the Shenzhen government backed investment fund will invest a total of 2.35 billion US Dollars in the plant.

The Chinese chip maker will hold a stake of 55 percent stake in the facility while the Shenzhen fund will hold a 23 percent share. As per an official statement from the company, “By seizing the opportunity in Shenzhen to develop the integrated circuit industry, the project can meet growing market and customer needs, and promote our development.” Notably, the plans to build the new plant arrives amid a global shortage of chips that has affected various industries across the world.

SMIC

Additionally, the move from the chip maker and the local government is also in line with China’s efforts to become self sufficient in semiconductor technology, especially in regard with 28nm process with the next two years. This technology is positioned between the low to mid and mid to high end chips and is widely used in mature products like smart TVs and other smart gadgets as well.

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Alleged Realme GT Neo’s Geekbench & BIS listings spotted, India launch seemingly teased

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Realme announced the Realme GT 5G flagship phone (RMX2022 model number) earlier this month. Before its launch, it was spotted at the Bureau of Indian Standards), which indicated that it may launch soon in India. Today, Realme confirmed that it will be launching the Realme GT Neo on March 31 in China. A new teaser released by Realme CEO Madhav Sheth suggests that the smartphone may soon launch in India. Ahead of the launch, the GT Neo seems to have appeared with RMX3031 model number in the database of Geekbench and Bureau of Indian Standards (via)

Two listings of the Realme RMX3031 have appeared at Geekbench.  In the first listing, the handset can be seen with 6 GB of RAM and it is seen with 8 GB of RAM in the second one. The RMX3031 is driven by a Dimensity chipset that has a base frequency of 2.00GHz.

The source code both Geekbench listings revealed that the Dimensity chip can deliver maximum clocking speeds of 3GHz and it has Mali-G77 MC9 graphics. These clues suggest that the smartphone is powered by the Dimensity 1200 chipset. The handset is preloaded with Android 11 OS.

According to reliable tipster Digital Chat Station, the RMX3031 model number belongs to the Realme GT Neo handset. As mentioned above, the is also expected to arrive in India as it has received BIS certification.

Through the above tweet, Realme CEO could be teasing the India launch of the Realme GT Neo. It is advisable to wait for further reports to know whether it will be arriving soon in India.

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Samsung Galaxy A52 ships with a 15W charger despite supporting 25W fast charging

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Yesterday, Samsung launched the Galaxy A52 and the Galaxy A72 mid-range smartphones at the company’s second Unpacked event of 2021. Both of these handsets support 25W fast charging. However, one of them ships with a 15W charger.

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Samsung Galaxy A52 Awesome Violet

The newly unveiled Galaxy A52 is backed by a 4,500mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging. For comparison, last year’s Galaxy A51 has a slightly smaller 4,000mAh battery and it is capped at 15W fast charging.

But unfortunately, just like the older Galaxy A51, the brand-new Galaxy A52 also ships with a popular Samsung 15W Adaptive Fast Charging adapter. Hence, if users want to make use of the phone’s maximum charging potential, they will have to buy the 25W charger separately.

On the other hand, the more expensive Galaxy A72 comes with a 25W charger instead. So buyers of this smartphone no need to worry about investing in a fast charger.

That said, Samsung is at least shipping these handsets with a charger, unlike the company’s flagship Galaxy S21 series.

Anyway, the Galaxy A52 despite featuring non-impressive specs for the price when compared to devices from Chinese OEMs, it does offer other important features. For instance, it is probably the only phone in the segment to come with IP67 certification, three Android updates, and four years of security updates.

 

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Honor V40 Lite Luxury Edition to come with 66W Fast Charging support

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Jeet
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Recently, the newly independent smartphone maker Honor officially confirmed that the Honor V40 Lite Luxury Edition will be launched on 23rd March. The company has also started taking reservations for the same.

Ahead of the launch, the company has started revealing some features of the device through teasers. Today, it has been confirmed that the Honor V40 Lite Luxury Edition will come with support for 66W Super Fast Charging technology.

Honor V40 Lite Luxury Edition Charging Technology

For those who are unaware, the charging parameters of the upcoming smartphone are the same as the Huawei Mate40. Also, in terms of design, the Honor V40 Lite Luxury Edition will be adopting a different design compared to V40.

The smartphone will come with a 6.57-inch Full HD+ display with 2340 x 1080 pixels screen resolution and a single punch-hole cutout for housing the front-facing camera. It offers a 90Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate with a 10-bit color depth.

In the camera department, the device will come with a 64 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP quad-camera setup and on the front side, there will be a 32 MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

A few more Honor smartphones are in the works and are expected to go official soon, which include Honor 40S, Honor 10C, Honor X20, and Honor 40. It remains to be seen which of them makes it to the global markets.

Along with the Honor V40 Lite Luxury Edition launch in China on 23rd March, the company is also gearing up to launch Honor Tablet 7 powered by the MediaTek G80 processor and later this year, the company plans to launch another tablet powered by MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ SoC in June this year.

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Alleged iQOO U3x specs leak reveals 90Hz display, Snapdragon 480, 5,000mAh battery, and more

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Earlier this week, iQOO announced the iQOO Neo5 flagship phone in China. Soon after its launch, the company released the first teaser of its upcoming Z-series smartphone, which is speculated to launch as the iQOO Z3. A fresh leak suggests that China may soon receive a 5G-ready iQOO phone with entry-level specs. This may debut in the home market as the iQOO U3x.

A reliable tipster from China claimed that the upcoming entry-level iQOO phone is likely to cost around 1,000 Yuan (~$154). At this price, it is expected to offer users major specs like a 90Hz refresh rate screen, Snapdragon 480 chipset, a 5,000mAh battery, and a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system. These specifications suggest that it could be a rebadged version o the Vivo Y31s 5G, which launched in January in China.

iQOO U3
iQOO U3

In December 2020, iQOO announces the iQOO U3 smartphone in the home market. It was a rebranded version of the Vivo Y52s 5G. Hence, it is highly likely that the iQOO U3x could also be a rebranded device. It is unclear whether the iQOO Z3 and the iQOO U3x will go official together by the end of March.

Vivo Y31s 5G
Vivo Y31s 5G

The Vivo Y31s 5G is equipped with a 6.58-inch LCD panel that delivers a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Snapdragon 480 chipset, 4 GB / 6 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. For security, it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. It has a selfie camera of 8-megapixel and its rear camera setup has a 13-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. It has 18W rapid charging support for its 5,000mAh battery.

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Realme GT Neo powered by MediaTek Dimensity 1200 to launch on March 31

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Jeet
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Realme recently launched its flagship smartphone Realme GT 5G in China a few weeks ago and now the company is gearing up to launch a new variant of the same. Xu Qi, Vice President of Realme and President of Global Marketing for the company has revealed more details about the upcoming smartphone.

Xu Qi has confirmed that the Realme GT Neo smartphone will be officially launched by the company on 31st March. He also adds that the device will bring a brand new design. Further, it has also been confirmed that the phone will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset.

Realme GT Neo Launch Date

The poster shared by the company reveals that the upcoming smartphone will come with a rectangular camera module on the back, with the words “DARE TO LEAP” on the shell.

The MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC is a 6nm chipset that includes Cortex-A78 prime core working at 3.0GHz, three Cortex-A78 cores clocking at 2.6GHz, and quad Cortex-A55 cores ticking at 2GHz, along with Mali-G77 MC9 graphics.

Recently, a Realme smartphone with model number RMX3116 appeared on TENAA which features a 6.55-inch display. The phone will be powered by dual 2,200mAh batteries and come with support for 65W fast charging. It is also said that the phone will be running the Android 11 operating system out-of-the-box.

For those who are unaware, the Realme GT features a 6.43-inch AMOLED punch-hole display that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is equipped with the Snapdragon 888 chipset, LPPDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and a 4,500mAh battery with 65W fast charging support. It has a front camera of 16-megapixel and the rear camera module has a 64-megapixel Sony IMX682 main camera, a 13-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro lens.

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Xiaomi crowdfunds the MIJIA Smart Steam Oven for 269 yuan (~$41)

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Jed John Ikoba
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Xiaomi has launched the MIJIA Smart Steam Oven under crowdfunding on Mi Mall. The product is an affordable one, carrying a retail price of 299 yuan (~$46) but during the crowdfunding, it is on offer for 269 yuan (~$41).MIJIA Smart Steam Oven

The MIJIA Smart Steam Oven has a volume of 12L with a unique 5mL steam-baking function that can make the food crispy while keeping the inside soft and tender. At the same time, it also has functions such as precise electronic temperature control and can be connected with the MIJIA app.

Despite the portable 12L capacity, the oven has a peak power rating of 1300W. The company claims the rating is more than twice that of a traditional electric oven. Even a 32L electric oven has a power rating of 1600W. Thus, considering the volume per rating, the new MIJIA oven can speed up the baking process as the oven won’t take a long time to heat up.

Xiaomi touts the MIJIA Smart Steam Oven to have as one of its selling points, an intuitive temperature control. The MIJIA Smart Steam Oven is equipped with an NTC electronic temperature probe and an intelligent electronic temperature control system. It also supports 1°C and 1-second precise adjustment.Mijia smart steam oven

Further, the oven comes with a specially designed and unique steam tank that can replenish water while heating. This helps to bring back crispiness to old food like a toast and it will taste like freshly baked.

As stated earlier, you also get MIJIA app support with a host of recipes available to users inside the app.

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Meizu 18 series to get 2K+120Hz mode via OTA update

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Habeeb Onawole
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Meizu has shown that certain features which some manufacturers may term hardware limitations can be enabled via a software update. For example, last year’s Meizu 17 and Meizu 17 Pro got their refresh rate upgraded from 90Hz to 120Hz via a software update. Now, Meizu is about to pull a similar stunt with the Meizu 18 series.

The Meizu 18 and Meizu 18 Pro both have 2K displays with a 120Hz refresh rate but unfortunately, you can’t set the resolution to the highest  (QHD+: 3200 x 1440) and also have the refresh set to 120Hz. That changes with an OTA update that Meizu is working on.

Meizu 18 series 2K+120Hz mode

According to Meizu’s head of marketing, Wan Zhiqiang, its engineers have been working overtime on getting the feature available and they have finally cracked it. He even shared screenshots of the display set to maximum resolution and also the refresh rate set to 120Hz to prove that they have got it working. The poster above shows that the feature will be activated for all users via an OTA update which should roll out soon.

Meizu 18 series 2K+120Hz mode

The Meizu 18 and Meizu 18 Pro launched early this month. The former has a 6.2-inch S-AMOLED display while the former has a 6.7-inch S-AMOLED display. Both screens have four curves, a 240Hz touch sampling rate, a punch hole for the selfie camera, and are HDR10+ certified.

Inside the two phones is the Snapdragon 888 processor with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. Apart from screen size, the two phones also differ in the camera department. You get a 32MP front-facing camera on the standard model along with a 64MP+16MP+8MP triple camera on the back while the pro model has a 44MP selfie camera and quad-rear cameras that consist of a  50MP main camera, a 32MP ultrawide angle camera, an 8MP telephoto camera, and a TOF camera.

You get a 4000mAh battery with the smaller model and it supports 36W fast wired charging. The Meizu 18 Pro supports 40W fast wired charging, 40W fast wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging. The two phones run Flyme 9 based on Android 11 out of the box. For now, they are exclusive to China with a starting price of ¥4,399 (~$676).

 

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Apple Maps now directs users to the nearest COVID-19 vaccination center across the US

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Jed John Ikoba
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Apple is collaborating with Boston Children’s Hospital’s Vaccine finder to provide information on the nearest COVID-19 vaccination center across the United States. The information on your nearest vaccination facility is location-based and can be accessed via Apple Maps on various Apple devices.Apple Maps

This new feature is obviously a response to the current scenario of extensive vaccinations against the dreaded COVID-19 across the world. The US has been heavily hit by the pandemic and is gradually making solid progress to stem the tide of new infections by massive vaccination programs in thousands of facilities spread across the length and breadth of the country.

The initial partnership between Apple and VaccineFinder is for about 20,000 vaccination facilities, with their comprehensive location data and several other relevant information provided upon activating the feature in Apple Maps. On the Apple Maps search bar, the search query: COVID-19 vaccines, done in the Find Nearby menu will provide the closest centers where users can easily be vaccinated. The same operation can be achieved when using Apple’s smart assistant Siri.

The VaccineFinder service collects real-time information on the availability of vaccines at a variety of facilities including hospitals, pharmacies, and other centers in the US. In addition, the facilities can directly submit relevant information on various aspects of the pandemic, which will become visible on Apple Maps. At the height of the pandemic last year, Apple began providing information on testing centers for the Covid-19 in a number of countries in Europe and Asia, as well as in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United States.Apple Maps

It is not known what plans are afoot to scale up the VaccineFinder partnership to cover many other countries outside the United States, as this would provide a massive boost in vaccination numbers as most countries continue to grapple with the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.

Apple has continued to make its contributions in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic on various fronts. It has produced short news podcasts on COVID-19 and this is called Siri Audio Briefs. And recently, a slew of studies conducted using Apple smartwatches showed that these smart wearables could predict the onset of the disease up to 10 days before symptoms are visible.

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Leaked Samsung 2021 product mini-roadmap reveals some upcoming products

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Jed John Ikoba
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Tipster Evan Blass has provided some tips on the possible lineup of gadgets slated for release by tech giant Samsung from April to August 2021. This is coming on the heels of the launch today of the much expected Galaxy A-series comprising the Galaxy A32, A52, and A72 together with their 5G versions during Samsung’s Unpacked event.Samsung Galaxy A72 Awesome White Violet Blue Black Featured

The leaked timeline rightly shows the Galaxy A- series models would launch on March 17. It also shows that several other Unpacked events have been lined up for the coming months to highlight a variety of products from the company.

The timeline equally suggests that in April 2021, another Unpacked event will signpost the unveiling of a number of computing devices including the Galaxy Chromebook and the Galaxy Book laptop PCs. It is projected that this event will hold specifically on 14 April, although tentatively.Samsung

The next event would not come up until June 2021, as attention would shift to Samsung’s Android offerings. A more affordable version of the Galaxy Tab S7 Lite is expected to go official. This is expected to follow the recent trend of Samsung producing a less expensive version of its high-end Android devices so as to still retain a segment of the smartphone market as it relates to Android smartphones. No tentative date was fixed for the June event.

In July, the Galaxy A22 will make its entry into the market, together with its 5G version. The A22 is seen as a successor of the S21 lineup. According to Bass, the Galaxy A82 5G will also be unveiled in July 2021. The Galaxy A82 5G is predicted to come with a dual-use camera module. No date was predicted for the unveiling in July.

Usually for Samsung, August is a very busy month of activities and an Unpacked event for the Galaxy S21 FE is predicted to hold on 19 August. So, as usual, we should be expecting the release of new Galaxy Note devices signposting the August event.

Unfolding events will determine whether the leak is authentic or just mere speculation taken too far. But so far, the Galaxy A32, A52, and A72 are launched as scheduled os, this might just be an authentic leak. We should also add that the tipster has got a high level of credibility.

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OnePlus Store app gets a version for Canada and the United States

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Habeeb Onawole
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Last year, OnePlus released the OnePlus Store app for India. The app was another way for users to purchase OnePlus products alongside the official website/online store. Now, folks in Canada and the United States are getting their own version.

Unlike some apps that allow you to switch regions within the app itself, OnePlus has decided to go with a separate app for this new region. We guess there is a reason why they decided to go with this method rather than adding new regions within the existing app.

OnePlus Store App US and Canada

The app will not only provide you with your favorite products but also provide access to offers such as weekly deals; quick support and diagnostic tools; and member-only benefits. You will also get notifications for deals and discounts on items. The app also has a feature called OnePlus Club which is a sort of reward program where you earn experience points that unlock exclusive benefits.

The OnePlus Store in United States & Canada app as it is officially called is 27MB in size and is compatible with devices running Android 6.0 and up. While you can download it now from the Play Store, OnePlus revealed to XDA Developers that there will be an official launch on March 18.

 

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OPPO Reno5 and Reno5F launched in Nigeria

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Habeeb Onawole
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Today, OPPO announced the Reno5 and the Reno5F smartphones. Both phones have AMOLED displays, quad-rear cameras, and support 4G LTE.

Reno5

The Reno5 has a 6.4-inch AMOLED screen with an FHD+ resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a punch hole for the front-facing camera. It comes with a Snapdragon 720G processor and is available in a single configuration – 8GB RAM + 128GB.

In front is a 44MP camera with beauty effects while the quad-rear camera setup includes a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultrawide angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP mono camera. The camera app comes with features such as Dual-view video, AI Mixed Portrait, and AI Highlight Video for brighter and clearer videos in low light.

OPPO ships it with a 4310mAh battery with support for 50W VOOC Flash Charge. It claims a 5-minute charge will provide 3 hours of video playback and a full charge takes just 48 minutes. You also get a Super Power Saving Mode and a Battery Guard that optimizes charging when plugged in overnight.

The Reno5 ships with ColorOS 11 which has features such as Gamer Mode for uninterrupted and enhanced gaming experience; Flex Drop for resizing apps into floating windows; and hand gesture support that allows you to control your device without touching it. The phone also has an audio jack, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and a MicroSD card slot.

OPPO has put a price tag of NGN 169,000 on the Reno5 and it is available in Fantasy Silver and Starry Black. It is available for pre-order on Jumia Nigeria and Buyoppo.ng ahead of when it goes on sale on March 21. Those who pre-order get a free pair of OPPO Enco W11 TWS earbuds.

 

OPPO Reno5 and Reno5F

 

OPPO Reno5F

The Reno 5F has a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution, punch hole, and a 60Hz refresh rate. The Helio P95 processor is paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage.

Its main rear camera is a 48MP f/1.7 sensor and it comes along with an 8MP ultrawide angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP mono camera. Its front-facing camera is a 32MP sensor. The camera app has an AI Color Portrait Video mode that highlights the color of the subject while turning the background black and white. There is also a monochrome video mode that highlights only one color while turning everything else into monochrome.

The Reno5F has a 4310mAh battery with support for 30W VOOC Flash Charge 4.0. You get a USB-C port, an audio jack, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. It comes with ColorOS 11 based on Android 11 pre-installed.

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The Reno5F is more affordable, as it is priced at NGN 129,000. It is available in Fantastic Purple and Fluid Black. It is available for pre-order on the same platforms as the Reno5. Those who pre-order get a free power bank.

 

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Ulefone Note 11P performs exceptionally well in its first Hands-On Video

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Previously, the Ulefone Note series was well known for entry-level smartphones. Now, the Ulefone Note 11P has scaled the Note series as a mid-range lineup. Apart from decent specifications and affordable pricing, the device also offers some good design aesthetics. However, the new Ulefone Note 11P is available for pre-orders globally via Banggood and Aliexpress.

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Ahead of its first sale, the first hands-on video has been surfaced online officially on the company’s YouTube channel. The video details a few specifications of the smartphone along with a detailed preview. As per the video, the phone’s massive display looks massive as it carries a punch-hole cutout. Moreover, it offers great performance while gaming. Its 48MP primary rear camera can record high-quality videos and capture vivid images. A 120-degree wide-angle camera captures broader photos. It runs Android 11 on the top along with features such as the Conversation bubbles, Smart Home Control, New Screenshots & Edits, multitasking interface, etc.

Talking about the specifications, the device features a 6.55-inch IPS LCD display coupled with 720 x 1600 pixels resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and 268 PPI density. Under the hood, the Mediatek Helio P60 (12 nm) Chipset powers the device. It hosts 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. There’s a quad rear camera, 8MP selfie camera, and packs a 4,500 mAh battery.

In pricing, the Ulefone Note 11P carries a price tag of $139.99 and is retailing via AliExpress and Banggood. The price may vary based on the selected colour variant. You can know more about the device by heading to the official website.

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HiBy Crystal 6 Multi-BA IEMs launched to provide premium and accurate sound

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HiFiGo is finally here with its new IEM – HiBy Crystal 6. It provides an all-new level of audio quality and clarity while carrying a beautiful design. It is built-in with 6 BA drivers in a 4-way crossover on both sides. The flagship IEM can easily handle any type of music genre while providing a subtle experience. HiBy Crystal 6 is on sale for an introductory price of $399. However, the price will climb the ladder after the 25th of March and will retail for $459.

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Hify Crystal 6 IEM hots some exciting features including premium 6BA configuration on each side. The richness of the sound is maintained with the 4-Way crossover design, Universal 0.78mm 2-pin connectors, and ergonomically designed buds. It is a purely lightweight product that has 14ohms impedance and 107dB/mW sensitivity. Other features of the flagship In-Ear-Monitors are as follows:

Premium Drivers

Hiby Crystal 6 comes with a Knowles 22955 Low-frequency driver, 2 custom-tuned 1006 BA units for transparent mid-frequencies, a custom-tuned 20098 and two 31735 BA units to provide mid-frequencies. These enable the IEM to provide rich sound quality while listening to different genre music.

Professional 4-Way Crossover

To reduce the frequency overlapping, the HiBy Crystal 6 uses a 4-way crossover and 4 independent acoustic tubes. It provides ultra-low multi-driver distortion with accurate imaging and tonality.

Natural, Clear, and Premium Sound

The IEM provides detailed sound output with natural tonality using tuning done by a professional acoustic engineer at HiBy. It further enhances the experience by offering the minutest details.

Meaningful Design

HiBy Crystal 6 is a visual treat as it houses a German Nice-Fit UV cured enamel exterior and dyed wooden faceplates while carrying a unique texture on each and every unit. Moreover, the design provides a meaningful and comfortable fit for its users. It weighs 6.5gm on each side.

A 3.5mm SE, silver-plated copper wire cables are present to eliminate any distortion and noise.

Useful Accessories

TO further aid the music experience, the HiBy Crystal 6 comes with a bundle of some useful accessories. It offers a 4.4mm balanced OCC (Ohno Continous Cast) copper cable and the other is a 3.5mm single-ended Silver -Plated Copper cable. Moreover, the users can choose from different ear tips including, Bass silicone ear tips, Memory Foam tips, and a high-quality leather carry case.

Price and Availability

HiBy Crystal 6 is currently retailing for $399, but it will start retailing for $459 from 25th March. The price under the early bird offer is limited till 25th March. More information is available on their official store.

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