HP wants to acquire Kingston Technology’s HyperX gaming brand

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Feb 24, 2021

The gaming industry is a very big one with several players that cut across different categories, one of which is hardware. The hardware category includes big and small players that are made up of full gaming brands and others that are subsidiaries of bigger corporations. Among the latter are Lenovo’s Legion, ASUS’s ROG (Republic of Gamers), and Dell’s Alienware. A new report has revealed that HP wants to expand its footprint in the industry with the acquisition of HyperX.

HyperX is the gaming brand of Kingston Technology and it is known for its keyboards, mice, mousepads, gaming headsets, and microphones designed for casual, hardcore, and professional gamers. In the press release by HP Inc., the PC giant announced its intention to acquire HyperX for $425 million.

HP revealed that its desire to acquire the brand aligns with its plans to grow its Personal Systems business which has gaming and peripherals as attractive segments. The company already offers gaming PCs under its OMEN and Pavilion brands and is also focused on the software part with its OMEN Gaming Hub. The acquisition of HyperX will help it broaden its lineup.

The press release also revealed that Kingston Technology will hold on to its DRAM, flash, and SSD lines designed for gamers and enthusiasts. The transaction is expected to be completed by the second quarter of the year.

We expect HP to keep the HyperX brand name as it is widely recognized. However, future products from the gaming brand should also have HP’s own logo.

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Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs Note 20 Ultra vs S20 Ultra: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Feb 24, 2021

The most powerful flagship ever released by Samsung is the Galaxy S21 Ultra. For the first time ever, a device from the Galaxy S series supports the S Pen. But is it really the best under every aspect or the previous devices released by the Korean giant still have something better to offer? Is it worth spending more on the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or you can get all you need with the previous flagships? We will try to answer these questions through this specs comparison between the latest Samsung top-tier flagships: Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, and Galaxy S20 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G

	Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G	Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm, 227 g	164.8 x 77.2 x 8.1 mm, 208 grams	166.9 x 76 x 8.8 mm, 222 g
DISPLAY	6.8 inches, 1440 x 3200p (Quad HD+), Dynamic AMOLED 2X	6.9 inches, 1440 x 3088p (Full HD+), 496 ppi, Dynamic AMOLED 2X	6.9 inches, 1440 x 3200p (Quad HD+), Dynamic AMOLED 2X
PROCESSOR	Samsung Exynos 2100, octa-core 2.9 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, octa-core 2.84 GHz	Samsung Exynos 990, octa-core 2.73 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+, octa-core 3 GHz	Samsung Exynos 990, octa-core 2.73 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, octa-core 2.84 GHz
MEMORY	12 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 16 GB RAM, 512 GB – micro SD slot	12 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB – micro SD slot	12 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE	Android 11, One UI	Android 10, One UI	Android 10, One UI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	Quad 108 + 10 + 10 + 12 MP, f/1.8 + f/4.9 + f/2.4 + f/2.2 40 MP f/2.2 front camera	Triple 108 + 12 + 12 MP, f/1.8 + f/3.0 + f/2.2 10 MP f/2.2 front camera	Quad 108 + 48 + 12 + 0.3 MP, f/1.8 + f/3.5 + f/2.2 + f/1.0 40 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY	5000 mAh, fast charging 25W, Fast wireless charging 15W	4500 mAh Fast charging 25W and wireless charging 15W	5000 mAh, fast charging 45W, Fast wireless charging 15W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Hybrid Dual SIM slot, reverse wireless charging 4.5W, waterproof IP68, 5G, S Pen	Hybrid Dual SIM slot, IP68 waterproof, reverse wireless charging 4.5W, 5G, S Pen	Hybrid Dual SIM slot, reverse wireless charging 4.5W, waterproof IP68, 5G

Design

In my opinion, the design of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is more original and attractive. The camera design makes it more futuristic and it is also more compact than the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, despite the latter is actually thinner and lighter. The Galaxy S20 Ultra is even more compact, but the design of its camera module is definitely less beautiful.

Display

The most advanced display is offered by the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra: there is not a huge difference if we compare it to the Galaxy S20 Ultra and Note 20 Ultra, but it is slightly better. Just like the Note 20 Ultra, even the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra supports the S Pen, while the S20 Ultra does not. All the phones come with an in-display fingerprint scanner, curved edges, and a punch-hole design.

Hardware/Software

In the European variant, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and the S20 Ultra are powered by the same Exynos 990 chipset. But in the U.S. version, the situation is different since the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is fueled by the Snapdragon 865+, an upgrade of the Snapdragon 865 found on the S20 Ultra. But in each case, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra wins the hardware comparison thanks to even better chipsets: the Exynos 2100 and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and S20 Ultra pack up to 16 GB of RAM, while you get a max of 12 GB with the Note 20 Ultra.

Camera

The worst camera phone of the trio is the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra due to inferior secondary sensors. The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is actually better thanks to a 48 MP periscopic camera with 4x optical zoom and an additional TOF 3D sensor for depth calculation. But the Galaxy S21 Ultra wins the camera comparison with its 10x optical zoom.

Battery

Galaxy S21 Ultra provides the longest battery life, followed by the Galaxy S20 Ultra with the same 5000 mAh battery capacity. The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is a bit disappointing with its 4500 mAh battery. The Galaxy S20 Ultra has faster charging speeds. While you can actually find the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra for less than €1000/$900, the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and the S21 Ultra are priced at more than €1000/$900 even if you look at online street prices. We do not recommend the Note 20 Ultra as its battery is not so satisfying and the S21 Ultra supports the S Pen too. You can go for the S20 Ultra if you want to save money, but you have to say goodbye to S Pen, the higher performance level offered by the S21 Ultra and 10x optical zoom.

Price

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Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G: PRO and CONS

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G

PROS

More compact
S Pen
Amazing cameras
Longer battery life
Great design
Android 11 out of the box
Best hardware

CONS

Price

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

PROS

Wider display
S Pen
Better street price

CONS

Disappointing battery

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G

PROS

Faster charging
Better cameras than Note 20 Ultra
Good street prices

CONS

No S Pen

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Flipkart announces plans to roll out over 25,000 electric vehicles in India by 2030

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 24, 2021

Electric Vehicles is fast gaining ground as they help to eliminate carbon emissions and help companies with large fleets cut costs since they don’t run on gas. Thus, it is no surprise that more companies are wrapping up plans to roll out fleets of EVs.

India’s e-commerce giant Flipkart is one of such companies looking to turn to electric vehicles for deliveries. The Walmart-owned company disclosed on Wednesday that it aims to bring onboard over 25,000 electric vehicles for use in its supply chain by the year 2030. Basically, that is like the entire fleet we are looking at which is an indication that the company is looking to make a smooth transition to EVs in the next 10 years.

The company which has its headquarters in Bangalore India also disclosed that it is in partnership with leading EV makers such as Hero Electric, Mahindra Electric, and Piaggio to build vehicles.

This announcement comes on the heels of the recent announcement by Amazon India that it would be deploying a fleet of 10,000 fully electric auto-ricksaw in India in order to reduce carbon emmission and embrace renewable energy.

Flipkart’s EVs will spread across both its first and last-mile delivery fleets across the country and will include two-wheeler, three-wheeler, and four-wheeler vehicles. All the vehicles will be designed and assembled in India. According to Flipkart, the two-wheeler and three-wheeler electric vehicles are already being rolled out in several cities across India including Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Guwahati.

Apparently, this decision has been a long time coming as the e-commere giant also stated that it had over the year created a network of ecosystem partners which includes charging providers, skill development agencies, aggregators, and original equipment manufacturers.

FLipkart released the names of three of the electric vehicles that will be part of its fleet and they include Hero Electric’s Nyx series with a driving range of up to 150 kilometers (93.2 miles) on a single charge. Others are the Treo Zor by Mahindra Electric which can carry a maximum load of 550kg and Piaggio’s Ape E Xtra FX.

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Anker PowerCore Magnetic 5K Wireless Power Bank is the company’s first MagSafe battery pack

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 24, 2021

The new Apple iPhone 12 series comes with support for MagSafe, a proprietary magnetic charging and mounting solution. Therefore, apart from charging, this tech can also be used for accessories like cases, wallets, and sleeves. The Cupertino-based tech giant is even reported to release a battery pack with this implementation. But ahead of that, Anker has already launched its own product called PowerCore Magnetic 5K Wireless Power Bank in the US.

The Anker PowerCore Magnetic 5K Wireless Power Bank is unlike any other battery pack by the brand. It is the company’s first MagSafe Power Bank. Hence, it ‘just clicks’ to the back of iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max respectively.

As the name suggests, this battery pack features a 5,000mAh cell. But unfortunately, it only supports 5W MagSafe wireless charging. Also, interestingly, the single USB Type-C port present in it also only supports up to 10W output and 11W input.

On the bright side, this Anker MagSafe power bank is compatible with MagSafe cases. Hence, users can attach it to any iPhone 12 series device with or without a case.

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The battery pack is available in a single black color option, and sports LED indicators as well as a physical key. It measures 92.9 x 62.5 x 16mm in dimensions, weighs 131.5g, and ships with a USB Type-C to Type-C cable.

The Anker PowerCore Magnetic 5K Wireless Power Bank is priced at $39.99 and comes with an 18-month warranty.

Samsung Thailand lists the Galaxy M62 ahead of release

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Habeeb Onawole

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Feb 24, 2021

Samsung Thailand has put up a listing of the Galaxy M62, a new mid-range phone that is expected to launch on March 3. The listing reveals the phone is practically the same as the Galaxy F62 that launched earlier this month in India.

The Galaxy M62 has a 6.7-inch FHD+ Infinity-O Super AMOLED Plus display. The centered punch hole is home to a 32MP camera that can shoot images with a bokeh effect.

The unnamed octa-core processor which we know is the Exynos 9825 is matched with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. It is important to state that the specification page mentions 256GB of storage but that variant is not available even on the purchase page. A MicroSD card slot will allow users to add up to an extra 1TB of storage.

There are four cameras on the phone – a 64MP f/1.8 camera, a 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide angle camera with a 123° viewing angle, a 5MP f/2.4 macro camera for adjusting the depth for portrait photos, and a 5MP f/2.4 depth camera. Sadly, none of these sensors have OIS. However, you can record in 4K at 30 fps and also HD slow-motion at 480fps, 240fps, and 120fps.

The Galaxy M62 has dual SIM card support and a dedicated MicroSD card slot. It also has NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, an audio jack, and a USB-C port. Under the hood is a massive 7000mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging.

The phone is available in Blue, Black, and Green but there is no price tag yet.

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OnePlus 9R could be the third device in the OnePlus 9 series

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Balaji S

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Feb 24, 2021

OnePlus 9 is expected to launch three smartphones under the OnePlus 9 series next month. While the regular variants will mostly be called OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9 Pro, the naming of the third one has been changing constantly. Now, a leak from renowned tipster Evan Blass suggests that it could be called OnePlus 9R.

Posted on Voice, Evan Blass’s leak shows what could be a code from the developmental firmware of the device. It shows the ‘OnePlus 9r‘ moniker. Back in November 2020, reliable OnePlus tipster Max Jambor had revealed that third the device of the OnePlus 9 series would be named as OnePlus 9E.

Later, Android Central came up with their exclusive saying that OnePlus would call it the OnePlus 9 Lite. Evan Blass now looks to be pretty confident about the naming as he says “Goodbye, OnePlus 9E/SE/Lite”.

However, tipster Max expresses his doubts on the naming. Whether the OnePlus 9R naming turns out true or not, it looks like a third device from OnePlus is indeed on the cards. Regarding the specs of this device, Android Central had said that it would debut with Snapdragon 865 chipset.

A leak regarding the other specs of this third device has been doing the rounds lately. It says that the device would get a 6.5-inch 1080p 90Hz display, a 64MP primary camera sensor with an 8MP ultra-wide, 5,000mAh battery, 8GB RAM & 128GB storage.

However, Max and other tipsters have slashed them as fake. Either way, OnePlus is expected to price this watered-down variant around $600 while the OnePlus 9 could debut around $800. Let’s wait for some concrete info to get an idea on the third device.

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Sony IMX800 will be the first 1” mobile camera sensor and it will appear in the Huawei P50 series

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Habeeb Onawole

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Feb 24, 2021

The Sony IMX800 sensor is said to be coming and it is believed it will be the world’s first 1” mobile camera sensor. A leak has revealed when this sensor will arrive and has also revealed that the sensor will appear in the Huawei P50 series.

A tweet posted by the leaker that goes by @RODENT950 on Twitter says the IMX800 will arrive in April. In a quoted tweet, he reveals that the sensor will appear in the Huawei P50 series which is expected to launch later this year.

In the quoted tweet, he reveals the camera configuration for the three P50 phones. The base model will have three cameras – the main sensor, an ultrawide angle camera, and a telephoto camera. The Huawei P50 Pro will also have three rear cameras but swap the telephoto camera for a periscop camera which should bring better zoom. The Huawei P50 Pro+ will have five cameras – the main sensor, ultrawide, telephoto, periscope, and ToF camera.

Main + ultra wide + tele
Main + Ultra wide + periscope
Main + Ultra wide + tele + periscope + ToF https://t.co/5IWs05O3p6

— Teme (特米)😷 (@RODENT950) February 24, 2021

In a separate tweet, the leaker revealed that he expects Huawei will stick to a 50MP lens with an RYYB filter for the new sensor. We expect a return of features such as omnidirectional PDAF for autofocus.

The three phones are expected to enter mass production soon but there are reports they will launch later than their predecessors did last year. The P40 series was announced in late March and went on sale in early April. If the Sony sensor is going to be announced in April, then the Huawei P50 series can’t launch in March.

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Nubia’s Red Magic 6 tipped to have a higher screen refresh rate than 144Hz

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 24, 2021

Nubia‘s upcoming gaming phone, the Red Magic 6 is expected to go official on March 4 which is only days away. As would be expected, the flagship device has been the subject of several leaks and official teasers which have been useful in giving us an idea of what to expect.

Nubia’s President Ni Fei is the source of the latest teaser about the RedMagic 6. The exec has subtly hinted that the RedMagic 6 will herald yet another breakthrough in screen refresh rate that would likely snowball into an industry trend. Ni Fei attributed the trend of utilizing a 90Hz screen refresh rate on smartphones to the Red Magic 3 released in 2019 and thereafter the RedMagic 5G led the shift to a 144Hz refresh rate a year later and that is currently the industry’s highest standard. The high refresh rate also offers a PC gaming-level refresh rate.

The Red Magic 5S equally arrived with a 144Hz screen refresh rate but the disclosure by the nubia President shows that we should expect something higher. There are speculations that the device will pack a 165Hz refresh rate. However, Ni Fei didn’t reveal the actual figure.

Apart from a higher refresh rate as touted, the nubia Red Magic 6 is also expected to be powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset. It will pack a 4500mAH battery with 120W fast charging support which is capable of charging from 0-50% in just 5 minutes.

Apart from the Red Magic 6, Nubia is expected to launch a Red Magic 6 Pro which could even be the model bearing the higher screen refresh rate. The tech giant will also unveil a Red Magic Watch which has been the subject of a recent teaser and was listed by the US FCC recently revealing the key specs and design.

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 spotted on Geekbench with AMD Ryzen 5 CPU

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Balaji S

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Feb 24, 2021

Microsoft launched the surface laptop 3 back in 2019. Hence, a successor is long due for the Windows machine. Amidst a lot of reports, Geekbench listing strengthens the rumor that Microsoft could partner with AMD again.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 — Representative Image: Surface Laptop 3

A Geekbench listing shows the device in testing as the Microsoft Surface Laptop 4. It has a codename ‘renoir’ indicating that the successor of the 2019 notebook will also have a custom-made APU(Zen 2 architecture) and Vega GPU. Although the processor is listed as AMD Ryzen 5 3580U, we think it could just be a placeholder.

This is because the Ryzen 5 3580U found on the predecessor has 4-cores and not a Hexa-core CPU as mentioned in the listing. Hence, the exact version of the Ryzen 5 processor is a mystery at least for now but the listing strongly hints a new ‘Ryzen Surface Edition’ is coming.

Anyway, the listing also shows that the laptop will have 8GB DDR4 SDRAM and run Windows 10 OS. The device in testing scores about 1,063 in single-core and 5,726 in multi-core departments. We will have to wait for the real-world tests to find out if this outsmart the rival Intel 11th-gen CPUs.

Speaking of which, the Surface Laptop 4 is expected to come in 13.5-inch and 15-inch models. Unlike earlier, rumors say that Microsoft will offer AMD (Ryzen 5/7) CPUs as a choice for both sizes in addition to Intel (Core-i5/i7).

The predecessor Surface Laptop 3 had only the Type-C port and 3.5mm jacks so it would be nice of Microsoft to include an HDMI port/SD card reader at a time when giants like Apple are considering it.

The company is expected to launch the Surface Laptop 4 in April which means we could be seeing more leaks in the near future.

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Razer Kiyo Pro webcam with support for 60fps 1080p, variable FOV launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 24, 2021

Webcams are not as popular as they used to be a couple of years back, mostly due to the proliferation of smartphones and tablets. Improvements in smartphone cameras make it more convenient to video chat using a phone. However, in this pandemic era of video conferencing, it is more convenient to use a webcam on a bigger screen or even with a laptop. But some of the webcams around don’t really offer the best of software. Razer has announced a new high-end webcam dubbed Kiyo Pro.

Razer Kiyo Pro is the successor of the Kiyo which was released last year. It features a 2.1-megapixel sensor which it claims can capture footage in 1080p resolution at up to 60 frames per second or up to 30 frames per second depending on if HDR mode is turned on.

The camera features Razer’s Synapse software which enables users to adjust the field of view between 103, 90 and 80 degrees depending on the size of the background you want to be captured by the camera. You won’t need to cover the camera with duck tape as it has a privacy cover. The lens is covered by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 3.

The camera uses a Sony IMX327 sensor with a larger1/2.8-inch aperture which is said to capture shots even in a poor lighting condition. As a result, the built-in ring light on the Kiyo is absent on the Kiyo Pro.

As for the pricing, the Razer Kiyo Pro is priced at $200 which is $100 higher than the Kiyo. In our opinion, the webcam is over-priced considering that it misses out on 4K video recording and Windows Hello support.

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A company spokesman says LG Rollable’ development not suspended

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Habeeb Onawole

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Feb 24, 2021

We already have foldable smartphones from manufacturers such as Samsung, Huawei, Royole, and Motorola, and more manufacturers are expected to join the list this year. While LG is yet to make a phone with a foldable display, it is making a rollable phone which it teased at CES last month. A spokesman for the Korean electronic’s giant has said that the phone which should launch as the LG Rollable is still on the way.

LG had teased the device at CES 2021 with a promise to release it later this year. However, reports about LG exiting the mobile phone business have led people to believe that it may suspend the project.

Earlier this week, the Korean publication, Yonhap News, reported that LG may scrap the development of the phone as it considers leaving the mobile business. In relation to the story, a spokesman from LG Electronics informed The Verge that the device has not been put on hold. He is quoted to have said: “I can firmly deny that any such decision on future mobile products has been finalized,”.

That doesn’t sound very convincing as an analysis of the statement shows that it is not an outright denial that it won’t happen at all or it has not been considered but that the decision has not been finalized. It is also hard to take LG for its words as it originally denied it has plans to exit the mobile phone business before turning around later to say it is indeed considering doing so.

The LG Rollable will be the second phone from the LG Explorer Project. The first is the LG Wing. News of a rollable smartphone from LG first surfaced in July last year and the device was referred to as Project B. We expect more details to surface with respect to the LG Rollable in the coming weeks.

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Samsung Galaxy M31s and vivo V20 SE receive a ₹1,000 price cut in India

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 24, 2021

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy M31s in India in late July 2020. On the other hand, vivo launched the vivo V20 SE in the country in November 202o. Now, months later after their release, these two smartphones have received a permanent price cut of ₹1000 on all the variants for the offline channels.

Samsung Galaxy M31s Price Cut India

The South Korean tech giant debuted the Galaxy M31s in India ahead of the Amazon Prime Day sale event. The handset was introduced for ₹19,499 (6GB + 128GB) and ₹21,499 (8GB + 128GB) respectively. But the offline price was ₹1,000 higher. Anyway, it was slashed to match the online pricing in late September.

With the new ₹1,000 price cut, this phone can be now bought for either ₹18,499 or ₹20,499 from offline stores in India. Interestingly, although 91Mobiles says this price drop is exclusive to offline channels, the device is being sold at this very same price tag on Amazon India. However, for the base variant, buyers will need to apply the included coupon.

Samsung Galaxy M31s launched with One UI Core 2.1 based on Android 10. It is currently receiving the Android 11-based One UI Core 3.0 update.

vivo V20 SE Price Cut India

Unlike the former smartphone, the vivo V20 SE was released in a single 8GB + 128GB variant, priced at ₹20,990. As its price has been now dropped by ₹1,000, it can be purchased for only ₹19,990.

But it is worth noting that this price drop is only applicable across offline channels. The handset is still listed at its launch price on online retailers like Flipkart and Amazon India.

The vivo V20 SE hit the shelves with Funtouch OS 11 based on Android 10. The company is now seeding the Android 11 update to this device.

Deal: Grab Xiaomi Smart Home Aqara Human Body Sensor for just $14.99

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Feb 24, 2021

Banggood is giving out this amazing deal on Original Aqara Zigbee Wireless Human Body Sensor. The sensor which generally retails for $29.99 is now available for $14.99.

Xiaomi Smart Home Aqara Human Body Sensor is a pyroelectric IR sensor designed under the Xiaomi Ecological Chain to support their smart home devices. This human body sensor senses the presence of a human or animal based on the infrared light radiation from the objects in its view and then sends the signal to your smart home device like a smart light, which in turn will switch on or shut off.

The built-in light intensity sensor detects the brightness of the light and sends this information to the smart lighting devices, enabling them to make adjustments depending on the environment. With multiple installation methods available, you can fix this device vertically on a surface or simply mount it on the wall or ceiling, and with the add-on holder stand, you can easily rotate or tilt the device as per your needs.

Aqara human body sensor detects motion within a 7m range and needs to be used with Xiaomi Multifunctional Gateway (Upgraded Version) / Aqara Multifunctional Gateway. The sensor is available at a discounted price of $14.99 on Banggood.

Additional shipping charges are applicable from the China and Hong Kong warehouses on this deal which is valid only for the next 5 days. So hurry up and grab your sensor asap.

XiaoAI assistant confirmed to debut on RedmiBook Pro

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Balaji S

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Feb 24, 2021

We are less than a day away from witnessing the launch of the Redmi K40 series, and RedmiBook Pro devices in China. Ahead of the launch, the company has confirmed that its XiaoAI assistant will be arriving on RedmiBook Pro for the first time.

In a Weibo post, the company said that XiaoAI will debut on the RedmiBook Pro. In case you don’t know, the laptop will debut in China on February 25 i.e, Tomorrow. Anyway, this would be the first time the company’s Smart AI assistant is making its way to Windows machines.

In the past, XiaoAI has made its appearance on Smartphones, Smart TVs, Smartwatches, and Smart speakers. That said, the company in a poster, has teased that the assistant will support voice commands to make our life easier.

The image shows a weather widget displaying the condition of the day. In the window, the “How’s the Weather Today?” command appears prior to the results. Besides, users on Weibo have been asking if it would support & control Mijia devices out of the box.

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However, the company hasn’t teased any other info so let’s wait for the official launch tomorrow to know about it. The RedmiBook Pro is likely to feature a metal body and a 2K display with ultra-thin bezels on all sides.

It may come in two sizes like 13 & 15-inches and Silver, Gray colors but one of them won’t have a dedicated numeric keypad. Under the hood, it will host Intel’s 11th Gen Tiger Lake H35 processors. This is said to be paired with GPUs up to Nvidia GeForce MX450.

Other expected features include an NVMe SSD storage, fingerprint scanner, Type-C port with Thunderbolt-4 standard, HDMI port, and support USB-PD charging.

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Deal: Grab Philips M315 Wireless Mouse (Black) for $6.99 only (Original Price $8.12)

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Feb 24, 2021

Gearbest is giving out Philips M315 wireless mouse (black) which usually retails at $8.12 for just $6.99. This simple yet stylish mouse comes with a 10m wireless connectivity and 2.4G wireless transmission. This means steady and stable transmission throughout your use.

The mouse is compatible with almost all devices and can be used on a variety of surfaces like leather, cloth, wood, paper, resin, etc. The ergonomic design makes it comfortable for long use and being lightweight, it is extremely easy to carry around.

So if you are planning to buy a wireless mouse for your computer, laptop or tablet don’t missout on the discount on Philips M315 Wireless Mouse. Additional shipping charges may be applicable on this deal which ends in the next two days.

DEAL: Xiaomi Mi Video Doorbell 2 Lite up for grabs at a discounted price of $31.99 (Special Coupon)

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Feb 24, 2021

Gearbest is holding a presale offer on Xiaomi Mi Video Doorbell 2 Lite. The smart doorbell which is available for pre-booking on Gearbest at $36.99 can be bought for $31.99 only using the special coupon code: E5E78B06C1153001

The Mi video doorbell 2 lite is an AI-powered, cloud monitor doorkeeper which helps you to keep your home safe from intruders. The smart video doorbell allows you to monitor your door and hallway using your smart devices like smartphones, smart tv, tablets, etc. With a 720p HD recording function, you get a clear and sharp image and video of the person, standing outside your door and the 2-way talking mode enables you to have a conversation without actually opening your door.

The highlight of the device lies in its voice change function which allows you to change your voice while talking. This means that if you feel like the person outside is not safe or perhaps has some nefarious intentions then you can hide your identity completely by changing your voice tone to that of a mid-aged uncle or a clown etc. Moreover, the abnormal events alarm function keeps you notified of any abnormal or weird happenings at your doorstep. Additionally, a wide-angle camera helps you to monitor every nook and corner of your hallway and the night vision function helps you to keep your vigil in the event of a power outage.

Xiaomi Mijia Mi Video Doorbell 2 Lite is available for a pre-sale order at $36.99. But by using the special coupon code: E5E78B06C1153001 you can avail this product for $31.99 only, Additional shipping charges are applicable to the US and EU, and as this is a pre-sale product the shipping time may extend to 10 days or more.

Super Deal: Tenda Nova MW6 Wifi System Selling for $43.26

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Feb 24, 2021

AliExpress is giving out this fantastic deal on Tenda Nova MW6 wireless wifi system. The device which originally retails at $50-$60 is available for $43.26 only.

Nova MW6 is powered by True Mesh Technology which optimizes your wifi system in such a way that every inch and corner of your house will get strong signals without any blind spots. Enabled with Smart Auto Path Selection, this device gives you a faster and robust wireless network with minimum lags and glitches. The Wave 2 MU Mimo Technology increases the communication efficiency between multiple devices and automatic network optimization keeps you online all the time. This means even if the signal is lost, unlike traditional routers, nova will automatically reconnect to another available device thereby maintaining your network.

With the seamless roaming function, you can change your position and move anywhere around your house without interrupting the network. So no more lags and interruptions while taking your video calls to different rooms. The device comes with a Tenda Wifi App which helps you to control your wifi usage and access.

Tenda Nova MW6 can simultaneously connect with multiple devices and is also compatible with Alexa. Thus this one device can become the center of your smart home. The single-piece Nova MW6 without packaging is available for just $43.26 from the China Warehouse. With free shipping to the US and EU and additional New User coupons, this super deal from AliExpress is too good to be true. The deal is open only for the next 2 days so grab your Nova MW6 asap.

Zhiyun Smooth XS Gimbal is available at Amazon US at a discounted price of $54.99 (Original Price $89)

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Daily Deals

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Feb 24, 2021

If you are in the market to buy a gimbal then check out this amazing deal from Amazon.com on Zhiyun Smooth XS Gimbal. This device which also works as a selfie stick usually retails at $89 but as a promotional offer is available for $54.99 only.

Zhiyun Smooth XS Gimbal and selfie stick is compatible with iPhone 12/11/Xs/X and Android smartphones like Samsung. Basically, it supports up to 235g weight and 7.5 to 9.5mm thickness of iPhone or any Android smartphone. The portable and elegant design makes it very easy to carry around for travel or work and a 4-hour battery life is enough to cater to your daily needs.

This two-axis motorized gimbal works as a selfie stick, tripod, and gimbal thereby catering to almost all your videography and photography requirements. The advanced hand gesture control function helps you to control the device without actually touching it. This means you can simply set up your gimbal at a distance and start or stop a video or click a selfie by using simple hand gestures. The quick portrait and landscape function help you to switch between horizontal and vertical recording mode seamlessly and the additional Bluetooth function helps you to control and use your favorite apps like Instagram and TikTok. Moreover using the ZY Cami app you can enable additional features and functions for your videos and pictures.

Zhiyun Smooth XS Gimbal comes with a 10-inch extendable selfie stick and a mini tripod and travel bag. This device which originally retails at $89 is now available at Amazon US for $54.99 only. With a 38% discount and free shipping, this offer on Zhiyun Smooth XS Gimbal is a bargain deal. So grab your gimbal asap.

Samsung Galaxy A32 could be the company’s first budget 5G smartphone in India

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Balaji S

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Feb 24, 2021

Samsung is on a roll with its One UI updates and smartphone launches. The company is on course up to refresh the 2021 Galaxy Axx lineup in various markets. Now, a support page for Galaxy A32 5G has gone live in India suggesting an imminent launch.

As spotted by MySmartPrice, a new support page for a Galaxy Smartphone has been opened on the Samsung India website. The website shows that the device’s model number is SM-A326B/DS. Thanks to various certifications like FCC, NBTC, we know that it is indeed the Galaxy A32 5G.

Samsung recently launched the online-centric Galaxy F62 in India. Meanwhile, it has already opened the support pages for the Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A72 which hasn’t been launched anywhere yet.

Now, keep in mind that the above are sort of mid-rangers but companies like realme, Motorola are trying to ride along the ‘affordable 5G’ wave in India. realme has gone a step ahead and its Narzo 30 Pro 5G is currently the most affordable 5G phone in India.

Hence, Samsung could very well try to grab a bite of this segment beginning with the Galaxy A32 5G. If you recall, an early report said that Samsung is also planning to bring more affordable 5G devices like Galaxy A22 to India this year.

Having said that, it looks like the Galaxy A32 might debut first in the country. Speaking of which, the device is already selling in markets like Europe and Thailand.

It features a 6.5-inch HD+ Infinity-V display, MediaTek Dimensity 720 chipset, 48MP Quad-Camera setup on the back, 13MP selfie shooter, 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging, run Android 11 OS with One UI on top.

In other markets, it is available in 4/6/8GB RAM, 64/128GB storage, and comes in Blue, White, Black, and Purple colors.

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Huawei allows third-party Apps on its wearables, begins with Fitify on Watch GT 2 Pro

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Balaji S

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Feb 24, 2021

Huawei is doing its best to expand the market of its devices with Huawei Mobile Services(HMS). It is also emphasizing a lot more on the indigenous App Gallery so that people have more choices for them. Now, it is taking a step further and announces that its smart wearables are open to third-party apps.

Huawei Wearable Fitify — Fitify Available on HUAWEI’s App Gallery

The company, in a press release, said that it has made alive “proof of concept” with a workout app called Fitify. That is, this app is now available for Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro making it the first third-party app from CEE & Nordic region for Huawei’s wearables.

For the unware, Fitify is a fitness app that is fine-tuned for mobile devices and wearables. With over 10 million users in 170+ countries, the App has 900+ exercise guides. The company seems to have used HMS’s 5 integration kits like Account, Push, in-app purchases, Analysis, and Wear Engine.

That said, the App, which is now available on the App Gallery, supports up to 18 languages- English, Arabic, Czech, Dutch, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, and Turkish.

Huawei feels that by opening its wearable ecosystem to other developers, it can cater to a large audience and further its wearable market growth.

Speaking of which, the company was Third in the Top 5 Wearable Companies(as of Q3) by shipment volume with an 87.5% YoY growth, courtesy of IDC. Coming back, Fitify also becomes the first Wearable App in the Fitness & Health category outside of China launched for Huawei Wearables.

Finally, Huawei is sending strong signals to developers that it is open to expanding the ecosystem beyond the in-house apps.

Derek Yu, Vice President of Huawei CEE & Nordic at Huawei Consumer Business Group says, “By making Fitify our debut third-party app for our wearable products we are sending a message to the many other high-quality app developers.”

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