HUAWEI Nova 5T is getting the EMUI 11 Global Stable update

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Mar 1, 2021

Recently, Huawei has been rolling out the stable updates of the EMUI 11 Globally for many of its devices. The 2019 P30 series of flagships recently got the update and now is the turn of the Huawei Nova 5T.

Courtesy of Huawei Central, the Chinese giant is rolling out a new update to the HUAWEI Nova 5T. This update has the firmware version EMUI 11.0.0.138 and weighs 1.94GB in size. Accordingly, the device gets upgraded to the latest EMUI 11.

Huawei has lived up to the promise of upgrading the devices promptly despite an ongoing tussle with the US. The Nova 5T was supposed to receive it sometime in Q1 2021 and it has finally got the update. If you don’t know, this is the second major EMUI update for the device.

To recall, Huawei launched the Nova 5T back in August 2019. The device came with EMUI 9.1 based on Android 9 Pie. Thanks to the company’s swift action, it got the first major update to EMUI 10 in 2020.

Coming back, this update includes the usual All Scenario Concept of EMUI 11 and brings updates to NotePad & Photo sharing Privacy, Gallery, ringtones, UI animation, multiwindow mode, and more. You can check out over coverage on the EMUI 11 to know about the entire list of features.

The UI is still based on Android 10 and has access to the Huawei Mobile Services(HMS) instead of GMS. Huawei has already announced the plan of updating the flagships to its HarmonyOS and one of the first to get it will be the HUAWEI Mate X2.

Let’s see if the company is generous enough to bring the update to devices like Huawei Nova 5T since it also has a flagship chipset from 2019.

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Cases and Screen Protectors are a thing for smartwatches and Here’s Why you Should get One

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Habeeb Onawole

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Mar 1, 2021

More than a year ago, my Amazfit Bip Watch fell off the table and landed flat on its face. It was vibrating and it kept shifting to the edge till it eventually fell. When I picked it up, the screen was cracked and a portion of the display was messed up.

In my search for a replacement screen, which I didn’t find, I found that there were screen protectors and cases for the Amazfit Bip. If I had either or both, my watch would most likely have survived that fall. You can be sure the first accessory I bought when my wife gifted me a new smartwatch was a case.

Screen protectors and cases are not only for phones and tablets

Screen protectors and protective cases are accessories associated with mobile phones and tablets. However, following the popularity of smartwatches, these accessories are now being made for wearables.

So should you get a screen protector and or case for your smartwatch?

We think you should for the following reasons:

Much-Needed protection

We know the chances of a watch falling from your wrist is very slim, however, falls are not the only things you are protecting your smartwatch from. A lot of watches don’t have a scratch-resistant screen and some watches have cases that are made from materials that are prone to scratches. The addition of a case and or screen protector provides much-needed protection from these unfortunate occurrences.

Better second-hand value

If you have ever had to buy a used device, one of the factors you pay attention to is the appearance of the device. Used devices for sale are even graded on their appearance, thus, the newer looking a device is, the higher the price it will go for. If you intend to sell your smartwatch in the future, a case and or screen protector is a sensible investment as it will protect your device and help you to get a better offer when you are ready to sell.

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Adds style

Just as there are different types of cases for phones, so also do you have a variety of cases for smartwatches. Some cases give a watch that otherwise has a classic design, a sports-like look. While others give a bland-looking smartwatch, a bit of color. These cases are also pretty cheap, so you can pick up multiple colors or designs to match your watch strap and give your smartwatch a new look, whenever you feel like it.

Conclusion

So you see, cases and screen protectors are not only important and necessary accessories for your smartphones but also for your smartwatches.

Do you use a screen protector or case for your smartwatch? Let us know in the comment box below.

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OPPO China shares ColorOS 11 update rollout plan for March 2021

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Mar 1, 2021

OPPO has been updating its older devices with the latest ColorOS 11 lately. The company has already released a Q1 2021 rollout plan for China. Today, it has come out and notified the exact dates for the devices receiving it in March.

OPPO’s March 2021 plan for China includes a list of devices that are getting both the Open Beta and Stable versions of the ColorOS 11 respectively. You can take a look at the list below:

ColorOS 11 Open Beta

March 2
- OPPO A91
March 10
- OPPO Reno2
- OPPO K5
March 17
- OPPO Reno2 Z
- OPPO A72 5G

ColorOS 11 Stable

Ongoing
- OPPO Find X2
- OPPO Find X2 Pro
- OPPO Find X2 Pro Automobili Lamborghini Edition
- OPPO Ace2
- OPPO Ace2 EVA Limited Edition
- OPPO Reno4 5G
- OPPO Reno4 Pro 5G
- OPPO Reno4 Pro 5G Artist Limited Edition
March 9
- OPPO Reno 10X Zoom
- OPPO Reno Ace
- OPPO Reno3 Pro 5G
- OPPO Reno3 Vitality Edition
- OPPO Reno4 SE 5G
- OPPO K7

OPPO announced the ColorOS 11 back in September 2020. This UI is based on the Android 11 and the company has been updating both flagships and affordable smartphones with the latest features.

As the name suggests, this plan is for the devices selling in China. However, some of these devices are being sold elsewhere in other markets. Either way, if you are living in China, you can head over to the ‘Software Update’ section to upgrade to the latest UI.

Stay tuned to our channels as OPPO is due to announce further regarding the ColorOS 11 update plan in the near future.

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Realme X9 Pro specs leak reveals D1200 chip, 90Hz screen, 108MP camera, and more

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 1, 2021

Realme is reported working on the Realme X9 series of smartphones. Probably, the rumored X9 and X9 Pro phones may go official in Q2. A Chinese tipster has now claimed that the company will be introducing the Realme X9 Pro smartphone. He also shared the key specs of the device.

The new leak claims that the Realme X9 Pro will feature a display with a punch-hole positioned at its upper-left corner. The screen will carry support for Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate.

realme X7 Pro Fantasy Featured — realme X7 Pro

When MediaTek announced the Dimensity 1200 chipset in January, Realme was one of the first brands to confirm that it will be launching a Dimensity 1200 powered smartphone. According to the tipster, the Realme X9 Pro will arrive with the all-new D1200 chip. The handset may draw power from a 4,500mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging. For photography, it may come with a primary camera of 108-megapixel.

These specs are exactly matching X9 Pro’s leaked details that had appeared in January. It had revealed a few additional pieces of information such as the X9 Pro has a 6.4-inch screen that offers an FHD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. It has a 108-megapixel + 13-megapixel (ultrawide) + 13-megapixel (telephoto) triple camera setup. It may come with up to 12 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of storage. It may run on Realme UI 2.0 based Android 11 OS.

In related news, reliable tipster Steve Hemmerstoffer shared CAD renders based on real-life images of a mysterious Realme phone. The phone can be seen sporting a waterdrop notch screen with a thick chin. Its rear shell has a traditional fingerprint scanner and a triple camera system. It also features a 3.5mm audio jack. Hopefully, the name of this mysterious phone will be revealed in the coming days.

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OnePlus 7/7T series get OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 update with a number of fixes

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 1, 2021

Last month, apart from releasing OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 2 update, OnePlus also rolled out the final OxygenOS 10 (Android 10) stable build for the OnePlus 7 and the Oneplus 7T series. Now, a month later, these devices are now receiving OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 update.

The latest pubic beta update for OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro, OnePlus 7T, and OnePlus 7T Pro brings a ton of fixes. But the security patch level still remains the same (January 2021).

First and foremost, the new update fixes slow charging issue and lagging issue when playing screen-recorded videos The latest software build also brings fixes for ‘Double Tap to Wake’, Netlfix not able to play HD videos, and an issue with Bluetooth aptX.

Additionally, it also brings optimizations for screen unlocking animation and improves WiFi connection stability.

OnePlus 7/7 Pro and OnePlus 7T/7T Pro OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 Official Changelog

System
- Optimized the effect of unlocking animation
- Fixed the issue of slow charging rate in some cases
- Fixed the lagging issue when playing screen-recorded videos
- Fixed the small probability failure issue with the Double Tap to Wake
- Fixed the issue that Netflix could not play HD videos

Bluetooth
- Fixed the silent issue when the Bluetooth transport protocol is changed to AptX

Network
- Improved the stability of the Wi-Fi connection and reduce Internet outages

The new OxygenOS Open Beta update for the OnePlus 7 and the Oneplus 7T series is available via OTA for the users who are already on the previous beta build. Whereas, those on the stable channel can download and install it from the OnePlus Community.

Super Deal: Buy Elephone Ecam X, HD Webcam at $16.59 (Original Price $18)

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Mar 1, 2021

Gearbest is giving out a super deal on Elephone Ecam X HD Webcam. The webcam which usually retails for $18 is available for $16.59 only.

Elephone Ecam X, HD Webcam brings you stable and high-quality clear videos under a widescreen format. The 5MP, 1080p/30fps camera gives you sharp, clear, and vivid pictures and videos. This means you can see the minute details and make out even the tiniest emotions and expressions of the other party. The webcam comes with an auto-light adjustment function which adjusts the light according to your environment and the built-in noise-canceling microphone keeps your voice sharp and clear even in the busiest surrounding.

Elephone Ecam X comes with multiple installation options. You can not only install the cam on top of your screen with a general clamp but also put it on a separate holder for wider coverage. The USB-HID free drive supports almost all laptops and computers and the extremely lightweight and portable design makes it easy to carry around for work or travel.

Gearbest is giving out Elephone Ecam X Webcam at a discounted price of $16.59. Additional shipping charges may apply on this super deal that ends tomorrow evening. So grab your webcam asap.

Meizu 18 Pro key details confirmed ahead of launch

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 1, 2021

Meizu will be announcing the Meizu 18 and Meizu 18 Pro smartphones on March 3. Over the past few days, the company has confirmed some vital information on the specs of the Meizu 18 series. Also, a new leak has appeared on Weibo to not only reveal the rear camera design but also to confirm its configurations.

It is already known that the Meizu 18 will be featuring a 6.2-inch curved edge OLED display with a punch-hole placed at the top-center. It is likely to support a Full HD+ resolution. On the other side, the Meizu 18 Pro could be housing a larger screen with a QHD+ resolution and a 120Hzz refresh rate support.

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The Meizu 18 Pro has a 44-megapixel front-facing camera. The vanilla model may feature a slightly downgraded front camera. The Meizu 18 duo will come with Snapdragon 888 mobile platform, LPDDR5 RAM, and UFS 3.1 storage. The vanilla model has appeared with SD888, 12 GB of RAM, and Android 11 OS on Geekbench 5 (via).

The Meizu 18 could be coming with a 4,000mAh battery, whereas the Meizu 18 Pro could be housing a bigger battery of 4,500mAh capacity. Both phones may feature 36W and 45W fast charging capabilities. The Meizu 18 models will be equipped with the new “One Mind XXX” for optimized performance. Both phones are also expected to arrive with Qualcomm’s 3D Sonic Sensor ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint reader.

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Leaked posters that appeared today have revealed that the Meizu 18 Pro will be featuring a big-sized camera module. The leak reveals that it could be with a 50-megapixel primary camera with OIS support, a 129-degree 48-megapixel superwide lens, an 8-megapixel periscope telephoto snapper, a laser autofocus unit, and a 3D ToF sensor. There is no information available on the rear cameras of the Meizu 18.

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Redmi K20 gets the Android 11 update in China

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Balaji S

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Mar 1, 2021

Xiaomi launched the Redmi K20 in India and China while the company brought the same device as Xiaomi Mi 9T in other regions like Europe. The device, irrespective of regions, came with MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie out of the box. Now, it has finally started getting the Android 11 update.

The Redmi K20 is getting a MIUI update with firmware version V12.1.1.0.RFJCNXM in China. This build upgrades the device’s OS to the latest Android 11. If you recall, the device got the first big update, i.e, Android 10, reasonably quickly after the official announcement.

Anyway, the update is 2.6GB in size and also comes with the February 2021 security patch. Do note that this is the Chinese build so this particular update is compatible only with phones selling in China (codename: davinci). In case you don’t know, the Indian version of this device is codenamed ‘davinciin’.

Hence, users will have to be patient till Xiaomi extends the update to other regions like India and Europe which I don’t think is that far now. Also, if you had noticed, the MIUI version is still MIUI 12 so another major UI update for the MIUI 12.5 version should take a while to reach the device.

That said, the MIUI 12.5 update could be the last major update for the Redmi K20 since it has already got two major MIUI (MIUI 11, MIUI 12) and two major Android upgrades(Android 10 & 11) now.

Either way, the update is in the ‘stable beta’ stage meaning only a few users will get it initially. After ensuring that the update doesn’t have any major bugs, Xiaomi will likely push the update to everyone in a few days.

It’s also worth noting that the ‘Pro’ sibling, Redmi K20 Pro, or its European version Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro hasn’t gotten the Android 11 update yet.

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Deal: Baseus Stylish Vehicle Trash Can,500ml now available for $14.69 (Original Price $17)

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Mar 1, 2021

If you are looking for a small and portable garbage bin for your vehicle then look no further than the Basesus vehicle trash can. This super stylish trash can which usually retails at $17 is now available for $14.69 only at AliExpress.

Baseus has designed an artistic and glamourous trash can that adds to the beauty of your vehicle. The 500ml capacity can is made with aviation-grade alloy and a double-layer barrel body. A delicate high gloss edge and Antiseptic ABD thickened inner gallbladder makes it both fashionable and durable. The one-touch simple opening system ensures that you don’t come in contact with your trash and as long as the lid is closed you are safe from odors and germs.

The lightweight and portable trash bin easily fits into your cup holder, armchair box, door cubby hole, etc and the beautiful design makes it perfect not only for vehicles but also for your home or office desk and workspace.

Found in two color variants viz: Black and Grey, Baseus vehicle-mounted trash can is available at a discounted price of $14.69, when purchased from the China Warehouse. Also, additional 30 customized garbage bags are included for free in this offer. Moreover, the free shipping and New User discount coupon make this offer a bargain deal.

So grab your stylish trash can asap.

Huawei AppGallery nearly doubles number of app distribution within a year

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Sean

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Mar 1, 2021

The Huawei AppGallery has seen great growth over the course of a year. The app ecosystem has achieved a new milestone, with its app distribution numbers nearly doubling within just 12 months.

For those unaware, the AppGallery is the Chinese tech giant’s proprietary app store, which is the world’s third largest at the moment. Currently, the platform has over 2.3 million registered developers. This is up by 77 percent from last year, along with a diverse global audience of more than 530 million active monthly users. Furthermore, the platform’s app distribution reached 384.4 billion in 2020, which was more than last year by 174 billion. Notably, gaming was at the forefront of this explosive growth.

As of right now, AppGallery has over 500 percent more games available on the the app store compared to the platform last year. The AppGallery has also helped over 10,000 Chinese apps enter the global market, further diversifying its global userbase’s app experience. Top performers in this regard include apps like Banggood, Pascal’s Wager, and Rise of Kingdoms: Lost Crusade. Interestingly, this also highlights the company’s efforst into bringing the “Global + Local” strategy to its platform.

According to Zhang Zhe Director of Global Partnerships & Eco-Development Business Development at Huawei Consumer Business Group, “At the end of 2019, there were 25 countries around world which had over a million AppGallery users. That number has now grown to 42 and we continue to see strong growth across markets in Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa. It’s not just about quantity, and the fact that the number of apps integrated with HMS Core has more than doubled in one year shows that more developers are looking to Huawei’s on-device capabilities to drive innovation and provide better and more unique user experiences.”

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OnePlus 8/8 Pro OxygenOS Open Beta 7 update brings February 2021 security patches

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 1, 2021

Almost a month after the last OxygenOS Open Beta as well as stable builds, OnePlus is rolling out the OxygenOS Open Beta 7 update for the OnePlus 8 series. The new release brings minute fixes/optimizations and also bumps up the security patch level.

The OxygenOS Open Beta 7 is the only public build available for OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro with February 2021 security patches while we are already in March. In fact, Samsung has started seeding this month’s security update to some of its smartphones last week itself.

This clearly shows how the company is now lagging behind in terms of software support. It is also yet to release the stable OxygenOS 11 (Android 11) update for the eligible devices. The OnePlus Nord, which is the company’s popular handset, got the said update only today.

Anyway, coming back to the latest public beta update for the OnePlus 8 series, the new build brings an adjusted emergency rescue layout in the password lock screen, fixes the‘ Horizon Light’ feature not turning on issue, and optimizes the stability of the OnePlus Camera app.

OnePlus 8/8 Pro OxygenOS Open Beta 7 Official Changelog

System
- Adjusted the layout of the emergency rescue in the password lock screen
- Fixed the issue that the Horizon light has a small probability of failing to turn on
- Updated Android Security Patch to 2021.02

Camera
- Optimized the stability

The OnePlus series OxygenOS Open Beta 7 update is rolling out via OTA for users who are already on the previous beta release. On the other hand, interested stable channel users can download and install this update from the OnePlus Community.

Gionee Max Pro with 6,000mAh battery, dual-cameras launched in India for ₹6,999($95)

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Balaji S

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Mar 1, 2021

Gionee has launched the budget smartphone, Gionee Max Pro in India. The device will be sold online via Flipkart and it is priced at ₹6,999($95.24) in the country.

Gionee Max Pro: Price, Availability

Gionee Max Pro will be available in a single memory variant. That is, you get 3GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard internal storage. Gionee has launched the device in three colors- Black, Blue, and Red. This single memory variant is priced at ₹6,999($95.24).

Compared to the predecessor, Gionee Max, the ‘Pro’ variant has launched ₹1,000 more but it has a lot of upgraded features like display, battery etc. Anyway, the Gionee Max Pro will be available on Flipkart online and the first sale is on March 8, at 12 PM IST.

Gionee Max Pro: Specifications and Features

The Gionee Max Pro features a 6.52-inch HD+ display. This display has a dewdrop notch, a 1560×720 pixel resolution, and covered by a 2.5D curved Glass. It measure 165x75x10mm and considering the price, the body should be polycarbonate.

Under the hood, it is powered by the UNISOC (formerly: Spreadtrum) SC9863A chipset paired with 3GB RAM, 32GB storage. In addition to this, you can also expand the storage via a dedicated microSD card slot up to 256GB.

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For cameras, Gionee has gone with a dual-camera setup on the back and a single selfie shooter up front. The dual-cameras have a 13MP + 2MP combo while the selfie camera is an 8MP lens. Gionee says the device will have camera features like slow-motion, time-lapse, HDR & Bokeh modes, AI recognition & Face beauty.

Other features include a 6,000mAh battery, face unlock, Google Assistant key, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, 3.5mm audio jack, GPS, micro-USB charging port for connectivity. Last but not the least, Gionee Max Pro runs Android 10 OS out of the box.

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Baseus 7-in-1 docking station now available for $28.15 (Original Price $38.99)

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Mar 1, 2021

AliExpress is giving a flash deal on the Baseus Type C Hub docking station. The docking station usually retails at $38.99. But for the next two days, you can get this amazing 7-in-1 phone holder for just $28.15.

The docking station is a multi-functional device that converts your regular smartphone into a professional computer or TV that can be used in your office as well as home. Fitted with three USB ports, the device helps you to connect multiple accessories like a mouse, keyboard, USB flash drive, etc to your smartphone, thereby converting it into a mini laptop. You can also connect your gamepad to the hub and enhance your gaming experience. With a projector connection and additional SD/ Micro SD slots, the hub even solves your storage issues. All you have to do is plug in your smartphone and start reading from your SD/Micro SD card.

Featuring a Type C power jack, the device gives you an endless supply of 15W high energy, and the aesthetic and smart design lets you put down your smartphone for expansion and simply go hands-free. With a Computer and TV mode, you can either split your screen for operations or simply synchronize the display of your phone and TV.

Designed exclusively for TYPE C phones the hub is customized to use with USB-C phones like Huawei (Mate 20/Pro, Mate 10/Pro, P20/Pro) and Samsung (S10/10 plus, S9/S9 plus, Note9).

This lightweight and highly portable multi-functional docking station is available for $28.15 only (Original price $38.99). The Flash Deal comes with free shipping and is available only for the next two days.

So grab your Baseus hub docking station asap.

Reliance partners with Google & Facebook for a digital payment network: Report

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Sean

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Mar 1, 2021

Reliance Industries has apparently partnered with major tech giants Facebook and Google, along with a fintech based firm Infibeam to setup a national digital payment network, as per sources close to the matter.

Reliance Jio — Jio, Reliance’s telecom unit

According to an EconomicTimes report (Via Reuters), three unnamed sourced have revealed that the Indian conglomerate and Infibeam were in advanced stages of submitting their proposal for a digital payment service to the nation’s central bank, Reserve Bank of India (RBI). For those unaware, RBI invited various companies to make a new umbrella entities (NUE) to create payment networks that would rival the system operated by the National Payments Council of India (NPCI).

Unfortunately, a spokesperson for Infibeam has declined to comment on the report at the moment, adding that the company was bound by confidentiality of process. Meanwhile, Reliance, Google, and even Facebook have yet to respond on the matter. Furthermore, Facebook and Google are already partnered with the Indian giant and also own stakes in Jio Platforms, Reliance’s unit that runs the company’s music, movie and telecom services.

Notably, RBI extended the deadline for all partners to submit NUE applications until 31st March 2021 from 26th February 2021 earlier this week. Additionally, the central bank of the country is expected to take another six months to study all the proposals that are being submitted, and is not expected to give more than two new “for-profit” NUE licenses. Similar to the aforementioned brands, RBI has also declined to comment on the matter as well.

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OPPO Reno5 Z clears multiple certifications ahead of launch

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 1, 2021

Apart from debuting the OPPO Find X3 series this month, OPPO is also expected to expand the OPPO Reno5 series globally. According to new certifications, the Chinese smartphone maker may soon release a device called OPPO Reno5 Z, which will be the successor to last year’s OPPO Reno4 Z.

OPPO Reno4 Z Ink Black Dew White Featured — OPPO Reno4 Z (aka OPPO A92s)

For those unaware, the 2020 OPPO Reno4 Z was a rebranded OPPO A92s. Hence, we can expect the company to release the upcoming OPPO Reno5 Z as an OPPO A series phone as well. But as of now, we do not have any information on that.

What we know so far is the forthcoming OPPO Reno5 Z with model number CPH2211 has cleared multiple certifications. Some of them have even revealed certain specs of this handset.

First of all, according to Norway’s NEMKO, the OPPO Reno5 Z will be backed by a 4,220mAh battery. Further, as per Singapore’s IMDA, it will come with connectivity options like WCDMA, LTE, VoLTE, 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, and NFC.

Additionally, the Bluetooth SIG certification confirms the device to feature Bluetooth 5.2. Lastly, the phone is also certified by GCF, however, it does not say anything about the handset.

Unfortunately, nothing else is known about the OPPO Reno5 Z apart from the above-mentioned basic features. Anyway, we expect to learn more about this smartphone before its official launch sometime later in the near future.

China steps in to ease disruption in domestic car production amid chip shortage

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Sean

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Mar 1, 2021

China has apparently stepped in to help ease the chip shortage issue. The government is aiming to ease the disruption in domestic car makers’ supply chain by publishing a handbook listing suppliers of car chips and demands from automobile manufacturers.

According to an SCMP report, China is responsible making one in every three cars in the world within car industry. In other words, the nation is also bearing the brunt of the of the global shortage, since it relies on imports for more than 80 percent of its semiconductor parts. As per official government data, vehicle production fell by 15.9 percent in the first month of this year to just 2.4 million units from a month prior.

Furthermore, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has also stepped in the help bridge the gap between demand supply of chips, to help reduce the disruptuion in the supply chain as well, as per CCTV (China Central Television). Recently, a special meeting was also held by the ministry to help carmakers identify sources of supply. The handbook compiled by this ministry also contains over 568 products with sources from 59 semiconductor based companies.

These are used for major vehicle chips including computing, control and communications parts, with over other 1,000 pieces of product demand information that is sought by automobile manufacturers. At the moment, the global chip makers are struggling to keep up with demand, with their capacities being stretched. This arrives as major auto and electronics makers faced a sharp turn in sales as signs of the pandemic subsiding, with more economies also slowly reopening.

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Shocking! Gamer kills rival over Call of Duty: Mobile competition

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 1, 2021

Gaming addiction is a challenge that faced in different parts of the world which have precipitated proactive measures both from the regulatory authorities as well as games publishers to help curb this menace. Well, one gamer in Brazil took his addiction to the extreme by killing a rival competitor. The victim, Ingrid Oliveira Bueno da Silva, 19, was a top gamer who had met with the accused, 18-year-old Guilherme Alves Costa at his home to take part in a joint competition on Call of Duty: Mobile, both players belonging to rival teams. The pair had first established contact with each other online last month, according to local news reports.

Alves Costa who bears the online name “Flashlight” allegedly stabbed Miss Oliveira Bueno da Silva with a knife repeatedly after she arrived at his home located in Pirituba, north of São Paulo. The accused is reported to have confessed to the crime in a video which he recorded with his smartphone and shared on some WhatsApp group chats including one for his clan. He also shared images of the deceased before leaving the crime scene.

However, the 18-year-old later submitted himself to law enforcement agents after the clan leadership alerted the appropriate authorities. The alleged murderer even insists that his mental health was “completely fit” and he “wanted to do this,” according to a statement by São Paulo’s State Department of Public Security.

The mental health of the accused will likely be accessed to determine if he isn’t insane. No sane person will stab his fellow over video games. Or wait, there is precedence. In May 2010, a French gamer, Julien Barreaux, 20, hunted his rival for seven months and killed him for killing his character in the game Counter-Strike the previous November.

Also, in 2018, two professional video gamers were killed by a distraught rival player who was angry he lost at an eSports tournament in Florida. The shooter who had a history of mental illness later turned the gun on himself.

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OnePlus Nord starts receiving Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 stable update

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 1, 2021

The OnePlus Nord is the brand’s first-ever mid-range smartphone. The handset debuted with OxygenOs 10.5 based on Android 10. Despite being a new phone, the company started releasing OxygenOS 11 (Android 11) beta builds for this device only in early January 2021. Now, almost two months later, the smartphone has finally begun to receive the stable update.

Lately, OnePlus has been slow in updating its devices. Google released Android 11 in September. But so far, OnePlus has rolled out OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 for only three handsets, namely the OnePlus 8 series and the OnePlus Nord.

The OnePlus 8 and the OnePlus 8 Pro started receiving OxygenOS 11 stable in October itself. But the OnePlus Nord is receiving the same update only now. Anyway, the latest system update for the phone brings all the Android 11 and OxygenOS 11 features despite being a mid-ranger.

Some of the notable features of the OnePlus Nord OxygenOS 11 update include a new revamped UI similar to Samsung One UI, Insight AOD clock style, Canvas AOD wallpaper, scheduled Dark Mode, new OnePlus Shelf UI, and new OnePlus Gallery app with stories.

OnePlus Nord OxygenOS 11.0.0.0 Android 11 Stable Update Official Changelog

System
- Update to Android 11 version
- The brand new UI design brings you a more comfortable experience with various optimizations of details
- Optimized the stability of some third-party apps and improved experience

Ambient Display
- Newly added Insight clock style, a joint creation with Parsons School of Design. It will change according to the phone usage data (Go to: Settings – Customization – Clock on ambient display)
- Newly added the Canvas always-on display, which can extract the subject’s outline from any photo and display it on your lock screen (Go to: Settings – Customization – Wallpaper – Canvas – Choose photo preview and it can be generated automatically)

Dark Mode
- Added the shortcut key for Dark Mode, pull down the quick setting to enable.
- Now supporting automatically turn on feature & customize time range. (Go to: Settings – Display – Dark Mode – Turn on automatically – Automatically enable from sunset to sunrise / Custom time range)

Shelf
- Brand new shelf UI
- Newly added a weather widget with smarter animation effect

Gallery
- Newly added the Story feature, which can automatically create the weekly stories by using your local photos and videos
- Optimized the loading speed to improve the image preview experience

OnePlus is rolling Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 stable update for the OnePlus Nord in batches. Therefore, the build may take time to arrive on your unit. That said, the brand suggests users to have at least 3GB of free space and a 30% battery level before installing the update.

Huawei upgrades over 100 million users to EMUI 11, HarmonyOS the next stop

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Sean

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Mar 1, 2021

Earlier today (1st March 2021), the official Weibo account, a Chinese micrblogging website, of Huawei EMUI officially shared that the company has successfully brought over more than 100 million users to its latest EMUI 11 OS, with “the next stop” being HarmonyOS (AKA HongMengOS in China).

On the social media post, the Chinese tech giant shared the news and also showcased its quick update cycle for its latest custom skin, which is based on the vanilla Android OS. For those unaware, EMUI 11 was first announced at the Huawei Develop Conference (HDC) 2020, in September, where it was showcased for its smart multi window and multi screen support, along with a more optimized UI and other improved functionalities as well.

Recently, it had rumored that the company has already begun bringing HarmonyOS to its devices, which would also mark the halting of any major development for the EMUI 11 paltform. In other words, EMUI 11 will effectively be the last version of the custom skin. It was previously rumored that the process will not be immediate as the smartphone manufacturer aimed to transition the EMUI 11 enabled devices to HarmonyOS through EMUI 11.1, which will replace the kernel with the proprietary operating system.

But as per ITHome, the company will be directly upgrading devices to HarmonyOS. For those unaware, the new OS is the company’s self developed platform, which was first announced back in 2019 after it faced a trade ban by the US government. At the moment, the brand aims on bringing this OS to more than just smartphones, in IoT devices and larger screened products as well, to add cross platform integration as well.

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Biden administration set to apply a Trump regulation that targets Chinese tech firms

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Mar 1, 2021

The Biden administration is planning on implementing a regulation that first surfaced back during the term of the former President Donald Trump. The rule targets Chinese tech firms that are designated as a threat to the US.

According to a Reuters report, the news arrives despite the objections from US based businesses. During the final days of the Trump administration, the US Commerce Department had issued an interim final rule that aimed at addressing information and communications technology supply chain concerns. The department had said that this rule would become effective after a 60 day period of public comment.

As per a spokesperson of the department, the agency would be accepting a public comment on the rule until 22nd March 2021, which is also when it would go into effect. In the statement, it was said that “Trustworthy information and communications technology and services are essential to our national and economic security and remains a top priority for the Biden Harris administration.”

However, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and groups that represent major industries stated in a letter that this interim rule gave the agency “nearly unlimited authority to intervene in virtually any commercial transaction between U.S. companies and their foreign counterparts that involves technology, with little to no due process, accountability, transparency, or coordination with other government programs.”

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