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Xiaomi is now the 3rd largest brand in Latin America in Q4 2020: Report

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Sean
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The Latin American market saw a fall of 10.3 percent year on year in the third quarter of last year. But despite the decline, Xiaomi managed to ride the recovery period following the pandemic to become the third largest smartphone brand in the market in Q4 2020.

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According to a Counterpoint Research report, the drop in shipments was the least in Brazil and Peru, while the Chinese tech giant managed to achieve the top three position for the first time in the region. As per Counterpoint’s Principal Analyst Tina Lu, “Smartphone shipments in 2020 dropped 19.6%. The market suffered from a supply shortage in Q1 2020, especially in Brazil, where local manufacturers also experienced parts shortages. From the end of March and through May, most of the regional demand was halted due to broad lockdowns in most LATAM countries. The market started to recover slowly after June.”

Lu further added that the region saw a surge in online promotion events post lockdown, with events like Cyber Week and Black Friday. These events boosted sales during the fourth quarter of last year. Samsung was the most aggressive in promoting its online channels while also expanding its presence in the region. The South Korean tech giant also held the top spot in the market during the final quarter, with a market share of 36.9 percent. Meanwhile, Motorola and Xiaomi arrived second and third with 18.4 percent and 6.7 percent respectively.

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However, in terms of annual market standings, Xiaomi only arrived fourth with just a 6.2 percent market share. Huawei took the third spot in the annual rankings but likely fell due to the impacts of US sanctions on its supply chain during the fourth quarter. In other words, Xiaomi might just surpass Huawei this year in the annual rankings.

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Super Deal: Buy Xiaomi Redmi 9A at $94 (Original Price $125)

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Banggood is giving an amazing deal on Xiaomi Redmi 9A Global Version. The smartphone which usually retails at around $125 is now available for $94 only. 

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Xiaomi Redmi 9A at just $94 @ Banggood

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Xiaomi Redmi 9A global version comes with a 6.53 inch IPS LCD display and waterdrop notch screen. The smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Helio G25 chipset and an octa-core processor and carries a massive long-lasting 5000 mAh battery. The rear camera is a single 13MP AI cam while the display comes with a 5MP selfie cam.

xiaomi redmi 9A2Xiaomi Redmi 9A Global version which usually retails at $125 is now available for $94 only at Banggood. This deal is applicable on 2GB+32GB variant, EU version, and Peacock Green color only and ends on 8 March 2021. Additional shipping charges may be applicable to the above product. So go grab your Redmi 9A at a heavily discounted price asap. 

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Motorola Moto G10 Power and Moto G30 India Launch date is March 9

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Balaji S
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Motorola has finally confirmed the launch date of the Moto G10 Power, G30 in India. If you recall, the company has already launched the  Moto G10, G30 in Europe last month.

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The Motorola Moto G10 Power and Moto G30 will launch in India on March 9 at 12 PM IST. Since the teaser is up on Flipkart, the devices should launch exclusively on the e-commerce platform. In a tweet, Motorola India has revealed that the devices will feature near-stock Android 11, ThinkShield security, and a long-lasting battery.

Further, on the Flipkart teaser page, the company has already revealed the first look of the devices. We have the Moto G10 Power and G30 where the former has a textured rear panel. Also, the image suggests that the Moto G10 Power is just the same as Moto G10 from Europe but with a different naming.

However, let’s wait and see if Motorola has any surprises in specs in the coming days. That said, it’s worth noting that the European version of the Moto G10 had Aurora Gray, Iridescent Pearl colors whereas the Indian variant seems to have a new Blue color.

Motorola Moto G10 Power and Moto G30 Specifications (Expected)

As for the Moto G30, the device has Phantom Black and Pastel Sky colors in Europe. Anyway, regarding the specs, the European versions of the Moto G10, and G30 feature a 6.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD panel.

This display has a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels (HD+) and a dew-drop notch. The difference here is that the Moto G10 packs a 60Hz refresh rate panel while the G30 has a higher 90Hz.

Underneath, the show for the Moto G10 is run by Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 chipset paired with 4GB RAM, 64/128GB Storage. The Moto G30, on the other hand, has Snapdragon 662 chipset paired with 4/6GB RAM, 128GB storage.

For Cameras, the Moto G10 has a Quad-rear setup with a 48MP main lens, 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro, and 2MP depth sensors, and an 8MP front camera. The Moto G30 has the same auxiliary lenses as the G10 but its primary shooter is a 64MP sensor. Upfront, the G30 also has a 13MP selfie shooter.

Other features include 5,000mAh battery with 20W charging(Moto G30)/ 10W charging(Moto G10), 4G LTE, microSD(up to 512GB), 5GHz WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, GNSS, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C, FM radio, and more.

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Here’s the C SEED M1, a $400,000 Folding MicroLED TV that can be housed in your floor

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Sean
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Meet the C SEED M1, a huge 165 inch folding MicroLED TV that would be a dream for Netflix binge watchers and minimalism enthusiasts alike, since its huge screen can be folded and housed into your home’s floor.

The C SEED M1 is different from the flexible OLED TVs that companies like LG provides. It users MicroLED over regular OLED, and does not simply roll into a box when not in use. For those unaware, MicroLED technology is one of the futures of display technology, as it combines the best features of the current leading screen technologies with self illuminated RGB pixels that do not require a backlight and use inorganic compounds to prevent burn out faced by organic compounds used in regular OLED panels.

Furthermore, the screens are also more power efficient as well, allowing for slimmer displays that can produce whites and blacks that can even rival the best TVs that are currently available in the market. However, a major downfall to this technology is that has yet to be made into a flexible panel, unlike OLEDs. In other words, it’s difficult to make a giant 165 inch TV disappear into the floor. But to make this possible, C SEED has opted to use five separate panels that can fold into each other, similar to a giant fan.

This is one of the advantages of MicroLED panels, which can be used to assemble a much larger TV from smaller panels. These assemblies are also seamless, so it appears as a giant uniform display at the end. The company also stated that the M1 users a feature called the Adaptive Gap Calibration so that there is no discrepancy in the image being displayed between the multiple panels. These image optimizations are to correct any slight difference in brightness of edge pixels or to hide any shadows that could potentially create seam lines between panels.

The C SEED M1 is available in gold, black, or even titanium finishes. And for the kicker, it’s priced at a whopping 400,000 US Dollars. Also, this figure does not include the renovations one has to make to house the television in the floor. Meaning, you have to hire a contractor separately to ensure that you get a completely seamless experience.

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Samsung SM-T225 tablet will launch as Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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A few days back, a Samsung tablet with model number SM-T225 was certified by FCC. This tablet was even spotted on Geekbench in late January. Now, it has made its appearance on Bluetooth SIG as well. The product’s listing confirms it to go official as Galaxy Tab A7 Lite.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab SM-T225 | Source: FCC

Last year, Samsung launched the Galaxy Tab A7 as a budget tablet for everyday use. In February, a leak revealed that the South Korean tech giant will be releasing a toned-down variant of this tablet called Galaxy Tab A7 Lite in June 2021.

Now, thanks to Bluetooth certification (Bluetooth 5.0), we now know that the upcoming Galaxy Tab A7 Lite will be none other than the Samsung tablet with model number SM-T225. We even guessed the same when this tablet was spotted on FCC earlier this week.

According to previous reports, the tablet will flaunt an 8.7-inch display. It will feature a slim design with a metal unibody construction. The product will be targeted at customers looking for one-handed usage and immersive entertainment.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite Leak

Further, this ODM-made tablet will be powered by MediaTek Helio P22T (aka P22 Tab) SoC. The chipset will be coupled with 3GB RAM. It will be capable of scoring around 810 points and 3439 points in Geekbench’s single-core and multi-core tests respectively.

Other features of the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite will include a single rear camera, a front-facing camera, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a USB Type-C port. Last but not least, it will run Android 11 and will be backed by a 5,100mAh battery with support for 15W fast charging.

 

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Apple M1 based 2020 MacBook Air refurbished models listed on China Apple store

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Sean
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The M1 chip based 2020 MacBook Air‘s refurbished models have just been spotted on the official Apple Store in China. The laptops have been found in three different variants including the MacBook Air, Mac Mini, and even the MacBook Pro models.

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According to an iFeng report, these are the first M1 chipset based refurbished Mac models that are available in the country. In other words, prospective buyers can now find the new M1 based MacBooks at a discounted price on the official Chinese website of the Cupertino based giant. In comparison to new units, the refurbished models offer discounts up to 15 percent across the three variants and are available in gold, silver, and space gray as well in China. Earlier this week, the M1 based Mac models have also been listed internationally as well.

Looking at the pricing, the refurbished M1 based Apple Macs were up to more than 1,000 Yuan (roughly 154 US Dollars) cheaper than new units. For those unaware, refurbished products are cheaper because they can be either slightly used or initially faulty products that are returned to the company, which renews them to a better condition or fixed any faults or issues. These are then repackaged and resold at a discounted price later on.

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Furthermore, Apple promises that its officially certified refurbished products have undergone strict processing procedures that have the same strict functional testing standards as brand new products. In other words, they are virtually new and are even offered with a one year warranty, along with free delivery without missing any of the usual accessories found in the regular packaging. Unfortunately, every M1 based model is already sold out, as of right now. The models were listed this morning, but can no longer be found on the website.

 

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra bags TENAA certification, expected to launch soon

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Last month, a hands-on video of the yet-to-be-announced Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra had appeared on YouTube. The Filipino YouTuber who did the hands-on video of the phone not only revealed its appearance but also shared its specifications. Reports have claimed that the model number of the Mi 11 Ultra is M2012K1G. So far, this device has received certifications from Europe’s EEC, India’s BIS, and Indonesia Telecom. Now, the Chinese variant of the device with the M2102K1C model number (via) has received approval from the TENAA authority. The Chinese agency has also approved another device with an M2102K11AC model number.

Neither the images nor the specs of the Xiaomi M2102K1C and M2012K11AC smartphones are available in their TENAA listings. The only thing that can be learned through their TENAA appearance is that they are 5G-ready devices. The other Xiaomi phone with the M2011J18C model number that was approved at the end of February by the 3C agency is believed to be the first foldable phone from Xiaomi.

While the M2102K1C phone is expected to debut as the Mi 11 Ultra, there is a possibility that the M2102K11AC could arrive in the Chinese market as the Mi 11 Pro. These phones are yet to receive 3C certifications. Now that they are certified by TENAA, these phones may launch in March or April.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra TENAA

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra specifications (Rumored)

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra could be featuring a 6.8-inch OLED screen with curved edges and a punch-hole design. The screen may support a Quad HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.  It may feature a 20-megapixel selfie camera and a 50-megapixel + 48-megapixel (superwide) + 48-megapixel (telephoto periscope) triple rear setup with 120x zoom support.

The Snapdragon 888 SoC is expected to power the Mi 11 Ultra with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. It could be equipped with a 5,000mAh battery. The Mi 11 Ultra could come with support for 67W sat charging, 67W wireless charging, and 10W wireless charging. It also features a secondary screen on its back.

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US firms struggle to obtain license to supply SMIC amid chip shortage: Report

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Sean
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US firms like the Lam Research Corp and Applied Materials Inc are struggling to obtain an export licenses from the US government to sell chip related equipment to SMIC, China’s largest chip maker.

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According to a Reuters report, the US government has been slow to approve the license for American companies, despite the ongoing global chip shortage. Furthermore, licenses for the US suppliers, which are estimated to ship equipment and materials worth 5 billion US Dollars, have yet to be granted. At the moment, it is reported that some licenses have been granted to certain firms, which included a small number of expensive equipment.

After the Chinese semiconductor based firm was banned, the US government faced multiple complaints from American companies that traded with SMIC. But as policy shifts with the arrival of a new US President, Joe Biden, it remains uncertain what direction the administration would take in dealing with Chinese firms like SMIC, which produces chips for various American brands like Qualcomm and others.

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For those unaware, SMIC faced the export trade ban after the Trump administration accused the company of having ties with China’s military. It was placed on the Entity List as well, which would require US based firms to acquire a license from the government before selling equipment or materials with the blacklisted firm. The new administration has yet to make a decision on the license application, but the verdict is expected to arrive within a month, so stay tuned for more as we will be providing updates.

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Deal: Get Xiaomi Mi TV Stick for just $34.21

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If you are out in the market for a powerful media streaming device for your smart TV then check out this deal on Xiaomi Mi TV Stick from AliExpress. The 1080p streaming device with voice assistant which usually retails at $40 is available for $34.21 only.

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Xiaomi Mi Tv Stick 1080p at $34.21 @ Aliexpress

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Xiaomi Mi TV Stick is a one-stop solution for all your media streaming needs. This portable media player is powered by Android TV, Google Assistant, and Smart Cast and comes with Dolby and DTS surround sound. The light and portable device weighs less than 30 gm and can easily fit in your pocket and can work with any smart tv and projector by simply plugging in the stick to the HDMI port.
We have already reviewed the Xiaomi Mi TV Stick 1080p and we loved it. 

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With Xiaomi Mi TV Stick, you get complete control over your entertainment. You can access Youtube, Amazon Prime, Netflix, Disney Plus, Spotify, Google Play Store, etc with just one touch or simply by asking google assistant to open a specific show or channel. 

xiaomi mi tv stick 3The future of entertainment lies in smart television and so it’s logical to invest in a smart media player like Xiaomi Mi TV Stick. The device which usually retails for $40 is now available for $34.21 only for the next 4 days. This deal is applicable on the Standard Packaging with the original EU plug. With additional new user coupon and free shipping to Europe, this deal is simply too good to ignore. So go grab your MI TV stick asap.

 

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Redmi Note 10 5G could launch as a POCO device in India, Redmi Note 10S may also debut in the country

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Yesterday, Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi Note 10 series for global markets. The lineup consists of five models, namely Redmi Note 10, Redmi Note 10 Pro, and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, Redmi Note 10S, and Redmi Note 10 5G. The last two phones were not announced for India. But now, according to new findings, they may come to the country after all.

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The Redmi Note 10S and the Redmi Note 5G that went official yesterday feature a similar ‘Evol’ design like the rest of the lineup. The former even has the exact same specs as the vanilla Redmi Note 10 with a few key differences. On the other hand, the latter is different than other models in the series.

Xiaomi did not launch either of these phones in India. Instead, it released another model called Redmi Note 10 Pro, which is different from the Pro variant for other regions. That’s because the Pro variant for the rest of the world is known as Redmi Note 10 Pro Max in the country.

That said, the firm may bring those unreleased smartphones to India after all. Because they have been certified by BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards).

However, interestingly, the Redmi Note 10 5G (camelliain) with model number M2103K19PI has been certified under the POCO brand. Hence, it could become the first POCO 5G smartphone for India. Unfortunately, its marketing name is a mystery as of now.

Whereas, the Redmi Note 10S (rosemaryin) with model number M2101K7BI is certified under Xiaomi itself. But we cannot be sure if it will go official in India with its original name. There’s a high chance it may launch under a new name, given the company’s history.

Anyway, although POCO India is running a new campaign with its new mascot, Xiaomi India has just debuted new phones under its best-selling series yesterday. So we think the POCO model may launch first. It could be announced alongside another anticipated device – POCO X3 Pro.

 

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United States mulls $30 billion funding to boost local chipset manufacturing

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Jeet
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It has been more than a year since US-China trade war escalated and the one of the most affected sectors is technology-related and the most impacted among the companies is Chinese giant Huawei because of the sanctions imposed by the U.S.

With the escalation in the trade war, many companies are facing production and supply chain issues, forcing those companies to move out from China or diversity their production facilities into more regions.

One of the sector where the United States severely lags behind China is chip manufacturing. However, the U.S. government has been working on new ways to boost the sector and encourage local manufacturing.

In line with that, the U.S. Senate is reportedly considering to include a new bill to boost competitiveness against China for previously-approved measures to supercharge the country’s chipmaking industry.

The $30 billion funding package would include elements to boost the U.S. technology sector and the bill is expected to be up for a full vote in April. However, the legislation has not been finalized and thus, more details are not yet available.

The source of the report, who remains unnamed, says that the package is likely to have provisions to curb China’s access to U.S. capital markets. Last year, a legislature was proposed to provide funding of $100 billion to boost research in key technology areas, from artificial intelligence to quantum computing and semiconductors.

The semiconductor industry has also been pushing for an investment tax credit for spending on semiconductor tools, which can cost billions of dollars for new factories and typically far outstrip the cost of buildings.

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Leak: Samsung Galaxy A22 5G will come in two storage variants and four color options

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Last year, the Galaxy A42 5G was the cheapest Samsung 5G smartphone. This title now belongs to the newly released Galaxy A32 5G. However, as per a new report, the latter phone may not hold the crown for a long time. Because the South Korean tech giant may soon launch Galaxy A22 5G as its most affordable 5G smartphone to date.

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Late last year, news broke out from South Korea that Samsung will be releasing the Galaxy A22 5G in the second half of 2021. Ahead of this handset’s official announcement, GalaxyClub has learned a few details about the said phone.

According to the publication, the upcoming Galaxy A22 5G will bear the model number SM-A226B. Unlike most Samsung smartphones, this one will be an ODM device, just like the forthcoming Galaxy Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (SM-T225).

Further, this handset is said to come in two memory/storage configurations. Customers will be able to pick it up in either gray, white, light green, or violet color option. Last but not least, Samsung will be selling this phone in both Asia and Europe.

Unfortunately, the publication does not have any info any other specs of this handset. But we can expect to learn more about it in the coming days.

What are your thoughts on Galaxy A22 5G? Do you think it will be able to compete against models from Chinese brands? Do let us know in the comment section below.

 

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Google is working on ‘Project Wolverine’ to enhance hearing ability

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Jeet
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Google currently has two in-house wearable devices — Pixel Buds and Glass Enterprise Edition, if we exclude the Fitbit lineup. A new leak reveals a device from the company that enables user to isolate audio to focus on a specific person or source.

As per the report, Google’s parent company Alphabet’s X Moonshot Factory is working on a new wearable device which is codenamed “Wolverine.” The product is reportedly focused on enhancing the hearing ability of users.

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The project is reportedly in the works since 2018 and it lets users “focus on one particular speaker in a group setting with overlapping conversations.” It is achieved through an in-ear device which is “packed with sensors” and microphones.

The device has other capabilities beyond speech isolation, and the team is actively working on expanding its utility. However, the other applications of this new project haven’t been spelled out by the team.

It appears that Project Wolverine won’t be limited to just a since device or application but the company is planning to turn it into a business model. Alphabet‘s X chief Astro Teller and Google co-founder Sergey Brin have received early demos. Given that the project is in the early stages and similar to other such projects from Google, this one too can be shelved if the company doesn’t come up with a viable business plan.

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Chip shortage reportedly affects Xiaomi Mi 11’s supply in China

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Jeet
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Xiaomi recently launched its flagship smartphone Mi 11, which became the world’s first smartphone to come powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. The device, which went on a few weeks ago, is seeing a huge demand.

The smartphone, which is being sold through flash sales in China, is getting sold out relatively sooner in each sale. Because of the high demand and low supply, the device is also being sold at a premium.

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Xiaomi Mi 11

If the latest report is to be believed, then the low-stock issue for the Xiaomi Mi 11 isn’t going away anytime soon. It is being reported that the company is facing a production issue because of the global chip shortage.

With the rising demand for consumer electronics since last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the manufacturers aren’t able to meet the demand for the chipsets. This comes after Qualcomm was said to be facing issues, which in turn is affecting companies like Xiaomi and Realme. But, some experts believe that the chip shortage issue for smartphone makers isn’t very severe and won’t affect many companies.

The severely hit industry because of the shortage of chips is automobile. Many car makers have been forced to shut down some of their production facilities because of this chip shortage and it seems like it will take some time to get back on track.

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iQOO Neo5 has a 4,400mAh battery with 66W FlashCharge support

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Ahead of the March 16 launch date of the iQOO Neo5, iQOO is gradually confirming some of its key features. Today, the company took to its Weibo account to confirm its battery capacity and rapid charging capabilities.

The poster reveals that the iQOO Neo5 has a pair of 2,200mAh batteries that offer a total capacity of 4,400mAh battery. The phone will carry support for 66W FlashCharge technology. A previous leak revealed that the charger will be included in the retail box of the device.

The company claims that the 66W rapid charging tech can fully charge the Neo5’s battery in 30 minutes. And it takes only 10 minutes to reach the smartphone to gain 50 percent battery juice. The 66W charger is compatible with the USB-PD 45W charging protocol that can be used for rapid charging other products like laptops.

iQOO Neo5 battery

The bottom view of the iQOO Neo5 reveals that it has a SIM card slot, a microphone, a USB-C port, and a loudspeaker grille. It also shows that the phone is equipped with a flat screen.

Rumors have claimed the smartphone possesses a 6.61-inch AMOLED display with a hole punch placed at the top-center position. The screen is expected to support Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The company confirmed yesterday that its display has an independent chip to ensure smoother performance with low power consumption.

The Snapdragon 870 chipset will fuel the iQOO Neo5 and it may come in 8 GB and 12 GB RAM variants. It could be available in UFS 3.1 storage choices like 128 GB and 256 GB. For selfies, it may feature a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. The rear-mounted camera module may feature a 48-megapixel Sony IMX589 lens with OIS support, a 13-megapixel superwide lens, and a 2-megapixel camera. The smartphone is also expected to release in India in the near future.

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Xiaomi Mi 10’s new variant with Snapdragon 870 spotted at Geekbench

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Last month, a Xiaomi phone with model number M2102J2SC was spotted at TENA and 3C certification platforms of China. Reports have revealed that it is a new variant of the Xiaomi Mi 10 smartphone and it is expected to arrive with Snapdragon 870 chipset. 91mobiles has come across a Geekbench listing of the M2012J2SC smartphone. The listing has revealed some of its hardware specs.

The Xiaomi M2012J2SC smartphone recorded 1021 in the single-core test of Geekbench 5. It recorded 3443 in the multi-core test. The listing reveals that the smartphone is powered a Qualcomm chipset that has a base frequency of 1.80GHz. The SoC is coupled with 8 GB of RAM and the phone runs on Android 11 OS.

Xiaomi M2102J2SC Geekbench

The source code of the Geekbench listing revealed that the SoC can offer up to 3.19GHz processing speeds and it has Adreno 650 graphics. These clues indicate that the handset is powered by the Snapdragon 870. The TENAA appearance of the smartphone had revealed that it has a 6.67-inch display, and it houses a rated battery of 4,680mAh capacity. Its 3C certification revealed that it may ship with a 33W fast charger.

The TENAA images of the Xiaomi M2012J2SC smartphone revealed that it features a curved edge display with a hole-punch at the upper-left corner. The vertical quad-camera system of the phone appeared almost identical to the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra, which debuted in August last year. The M2012J2SC handset measures 162.6 x 74.8 x 8.96mm. The exact moniker of the device is not known yet. Some unconfirmed reports claim that it could be called Xiaomi Mi 10S.

Alleged Xiaomi Mi 10S TENAA images
Alleged Xiaomi Mi 10S TENAA images

Rumors are rife that except for the inclusion of a new chipset, the Xiaomi M2012J2SC will borrow all its specs from the Xiaomi Mi 10 5G that debuted in February 2020. It came with a 90Hz 6.67-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 865, up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to 256 GB of UFS 3.0 storage,  a 20-megapixel front camera, and a 108-megapixel + 13-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro) + 2-megapixel (depth) quad-camera system, and a 4,780mAh battery with 30W fast charging support.

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Apple iPad in 2022 to reportedly feature OLED display

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Jeet
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Apple is all set to launch several new products this year, including new MacBook devices and iPads. Most of the upcoming devices from the tech giant are expected to come packed with new technologies.

There have been reported about Apple adopting the Mini-LED display for its upcoming products. Rumors suggest that iPad Pro and MacBook Pro getting launched this year will come with a Mini-LED display panel.

Apple iPad Pro 11 (2020) Space Gray
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2020) Space Gray

Now, a new report has surfaced online which indicates that at least one iPad model getting launched next year, i.e. in 2022, will be featuring an OLED panel. This is in line with the previous reports which suggest the Mini-LED will be a stepping stone for the OLED panels.

Earlier, an analyst from Barclays had claimed that Apple has no plans to launch iPad with OLED panel in 2021 but the company is expected to offer it in 2022. It is also speculated that along with the iPad in 2022, the MacBook devices could also adopt OLED panels.

Currently, no more information is available regarding this development. There is also a possibility that the usage of OLED panels on Apple’s devices could be pushed back. It will be interesting to see how Apple decides to price its products with OLED displays given that the panels costlier compared to LCD and LED.

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Realme GT Neo to arrive with Dimensity 1200 chipset

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Yesterday, Realme held a launch event in China to announce the Realme GT 5G flagship. At the end of the event, the company confirmed that it will soon announce a new phone named the Realme GT Neo. As shown in the image below, it is confirmed that this device will arrive with the Dimensity 1200 chipset.

Unfortunately, nothing else is known about the Realme GT Neo. The company is expected to tease its features in the coming days. The Dimensity 1200 chipset was announced in January this year. The 6nm chipset 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. The SoC includes Mali-G77 MC9 graphics.

MediaTek claimed that the Realme’s phone with Dimensity 1200 chipset will go official by the end of this month or early April. Hence, it appears that the arrival of the Realme GT Neo could be only a few weeks away. The same chipset will also power a Redmi branded gaming phone.

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The Realme GT 5G variants such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage are priced at 2,899 Yuan (~$448) and 3,399 Yuan (~$525) in China. On the first sale date (March 10), both variants will be available with discounted rates such as 2,799 Yuan (~$433) and 3,299 Yuan (~$510). The Dimensity 1200 powered Realme GT Neo could be priced around 2,000 Yuan and it is likely to borrow some of its specs from the Realme GT 5G smartphone.

The Realme GT 5G has 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 its 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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Movo WebMic HD Pro crams a microphone, LED ring light, and HD webcam into a single device

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Habeeb Onawole
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A lot of folks have had to work or study from home since the beginning of the pandemic. This means that meetings and classes are conducted over the internet either via voice or video calls. As you would have realized, most computers have a crappy webcam but if you want to step up your online meeting game, then the Movo WebMic HD Pro may be the device for you.

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The crowdfunded product combines a webcam, a condenser microphone, and LED ring light into a single device. The webcam is a 1080p camera that records at 30 frames per second and should portray you at your best for that meeting or interview. If you are into live streaming, your audience will appreciate the better picture quality.

The Kickstarter page says the microphone, which wraps around the webcam, has a gain control adjustment knob and a physical mute function. It also uses a directional pickup pattern to focus on your voice while ignoring background noise. There is an audio jack that allows you to plug in headphones so you can monitor playback in real-time.

Movo WebMic HD Pro

The integrated LED ring light has a three-level brightness adjustment setting and gives you a natural tone in videos.

There are two ways to use the Movo WebMic HD Pro. You can mount it on your monitor with the included adjustable clamp or place it on your desk with the included stand that also doubles as a grip for handheld use.

The Kickstarter goal for the Movo WebMic HD Pro was set at $15,000 but as at the time of writing, it has surpassed it and is almost at $138,000 with 36 days to go. The crowdfunding price for the WebMic HD Pro is $119 which is 30% off the final retail price. Movo also has four other versions of the WebMic:

  • WebMic 4K Pro – 4K camera, microphone, and LED ring light
  • WebMic 4K – 4K camera and microphone but no ring light
  • WebMic HD – HD camera and microphone but no LED ring light
  • WebMic – Microphone but no webcam and LED ring light

The Los Angeles-based company says the estimated delivery date is June 2021.

 

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Nintendo reportedly launching a new Switch model with a 7-inch OLED screen this year

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Jed John Ikoba
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Nintendo first release the Switch gaming console in March 2017 which makes the device to be four years old this year. Like a fine wine that gets better with age, the Switch has continued to be a popular console among gaming enthusiasts. Moreso, Tencent released a limited edition version in China last month. 

However, there are speculations that Nintendo is planning to release a successor to the Switch this year. The model is said to be an upgraded version with some improvement as well in its physical outlook. A report carried by Bloomberg has revealed that the Nintendo Switch will utilise an OLED screen instead of retaining the LCD panel utilised on the Switch. The display panel is said to be supplied by Samsung Display and will be a 7-inch rigid OLED panel with a resolution of 720p. The report also states that the console will go into mass production this June.

For reference, the Nintendo Switch packs a 6.2-inch 720p LCD panel. There is even a Switch Lite with a 5.5-inch 720p LCD screen. Thus, the upgrade includes a bigger abd better display.  However, the 720p resolution in handheld mode that is still retained may come as a disappointment to some.

Bloomberg also reports that the new model will support 4K graphic resolution if connected to a TV.

There are no other major details about the new Swtch model except that it will be released before the holidays and Samsung will start shipping the 7-inch OLED panels to assembly pants in July.

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