HONOR HJC and HONOR NZA are now certified by FCC as well

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Feb 19, 2021

HONOR has only launched a single smartphone called HONOR V40 5G after being sold by HUAWEI. So far, this handset is only available in China. But it is expected to make its global debut very soon since it has started receiving necessary certifications. Last week, this device was certified by EEC along with four other phones. Two of those handsets with model numbers HJC and NZA have now received the FCC certification as well.

Honor HJC-AN00, HJC-TN00 TENAA- — HONOR HJC | Source: TENAA

The upcoming HONOR HJC and HONOR NZA are a mid-range and a budget smartphone respectively. Their FCC certifications do not reveal anything about them, just like EEC. However, since they have also cleared TENAA, we know some of their specs but their marketing names are a mystery.

According to TENAA, the HONOR HJC will flaunt a 6.53-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 20:9 aspect ratio and an in-screen fingerprint sensor. It will be powered by a 5G-capable MediaTek Dimensity 800U chipset paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB/256GB internal storage.

As for optics, this phone will sport a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP secondary sensor, and a 2MP tertiary sensor. For selfies, it will come with a 16MP shooter housed in the display notch.

HONOR NZA-AN00 NZA-TN00 Featured — HONOR NZA | Source: TENAA

Other features of this smartphone will include a MicroSD card slot, Android 10, 3,800mAh battery, 66W fast charging, and four colors (Magic Night Black, Iceland Fantasy, Titanium Silver, Emerald Blue).

On the other hand, the HONOR NZA will arrive with a 6.6-inch HD+ TFT LCD panel (with notch). It will be powered by a 2.0GHz octa-core processor (5G) coupled with 4GB/6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB internal storage

Its remaining known specs include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, MicroSD card slot, 3.5mm headphone jack, Android 10, proximity sensor, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, 5,000mAh battery, and two colors (Black, Blue).

DEAL: Zeblaze Ares Retro Smartwatch available for $19.99 (original price $25)

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Feb 19, 2021

If you are trying to find a stylish but low-cost smartwatch then check out this deal on Zeblaze Ares Retro Smartband by Banggood. The smartwatch which retails for around $25 is now available for $19.99 only.

Zeblaze Ares is a stylish retro smartwatch that helps you to track your health and fitness. The simple yet fashionable smartwatch comes with a heart rate and blood pressure monitor and 15 days battery life. Its 1.3-inch color touch display comes with 240 *240 high resolution and multi-watch faces. 85% screen to body ratio gives you great visibility and a fully optimized battery management system gives you 15 days of standard battery life and 7 days of advanced daily use mode.

With 13 mainstream exercise modes and sleep tracking and smart notifications, this smartwatch is a bargain deal for the given price. Also, 30m water resistance makes it safe for summer sweats and the occasional rainy days.

Zeblaze Ares Retro Smartband also helps you to remotely control your music without taking out your phone. The smartwatch which is available in Black, Green, and Red color variants usually retails at $25. But for a limited period, Banggood is selling it for $19.99 only. So grab this deal asap.

Apple prepping a MagSafe ‘Battery Pack’ for the iPhones: Report

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Balaji S

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Feb 19, 2021

Apple brought back the MagSafe with the iPhone 12 series last year. It then launched MagSafe Duo that charges iPhone and Apple Watch simultaneously. The company is also expected to bring this tech to the Macbooks soon. Now, a report by Bloomberg says that Apple is working on a MagSafe Battery pack.

MagSafe Duo Featured — Rep. Image: MagSafe Duo Charger Credit: Apple

According to the report, Apple is working on a battery pack that can be magnetically attached to the iPhone externally. For the unware, MagSafe is a proprietary standard that Apple uses on chargers to juice up the iPhones wirelessly through a magnetically-attached accessory.

These connectors have also paved the way for other accessories like MagSafe Leather sleeves with attachable wallets. Anyway, the Battery Pack has reportedly been in the works for at least a year which poses doubts on our minds if it will indeed launch.

That said, the reason for the delay seems to be caused by software issues, compatibility & usability when using a case, and more. Speaking of which, this Battery pack wouldn’t serve as a protective case but essentially provide the extra juice for the device.

There are chances that the exterior of the Battery pack could have Leather textures for extra durability. Apple’s MagSafe has had its fair share of issues and there are instances where it could even hinder implanted pacemakers of patients.

Anyway, evidence for the ‘Battery Pack’ have also been found on the recent iOS 14.5 Beta 2. Whether or not Apple brings it to the stores, it does look like a nifty little addition especially for devices like iPhone 12 Mini with a teeny-tiny battery.

Apart from the already selling MagSafe accessories, the Cupertino giant is also expected to add in-car attachments to the tally of the MagSafe products. Meanwhile, Apple is reportedly holding an event next month, i.e., March 16 to launch products like AirTags, iPad Pro 2021.

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OnePlus Band Power Music Bundle includes a power bank, Buds Z, and an extra strap for only ₹6,296 ($87)

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 19, 2021

OnePlus is known for offering some interesting deals on Fridays. Hence, the brand has introduced a new bundle in India called OnePlus Band Power Music Bundle today. Let us have a look at what this deal has to offer for customers.

As the name suggests, the newly announced OnePlus Band Power Music Bundle includes the following products.

OnePlus Band
OnePlus Band Strap (Navy or Tangerine Gray)
OnePlus Power Bank (Black or Green)
OnePlus Buds Z (White or Gray)

This bundle is priced at ₹6,296 ($87) and is only available on OnePlus’ official website for a limited time. If you buy these products separately, they will cost you ₹6,996 ($97). That means by opting for the bundle you can save ₹700 ($10), which is definitely not bad.

Talking about these products, the OnePlus Band is the company’s first fitness tracker, which is basically a rebranded OPPO Band. To know how it fares against the market leader Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 5, do check out our detailed specs comparison.

The second product is nothing but an additional strap for the OnePlus Band. Buyers can select from any of the two available colors. Further, the third product is the OnePlus Power Bank, which is another rebranded OPPO accessory with a 10,000mAh capacity, 18W fast charging, 2 x USB Type-A output ports, and a single USB Type-C input port.

Lastly, the fourth product in the bundle is the standard OnePlus Buds Z TWS in either White or Gray color instead of the newer Steve Harrington Edition. This is the brand’s cheapest and most popular truly wireless earphones with an Apple AirPods-like design.

Clubhouse has recorded over 8 million downloads on the App Store

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Feb 19, 2021

Social networking app Clubhouse became a street session recently when it started courting increasing interests. The growing popularity of the app has even prompted social media giants Twitter and Facebook to commence work on similar features. Although the app is exclusive to iOS at the moment, that has not slowed down its popularity.

A research firm App Annie has released data that shows that the Clubhouse app has seen over 8.1 million downloads globally so far as of February 16. What makes the surprising is that as of February 1, the app had only been downloaded 3.5 million times. Thus, the number of users grew by more than 100% within a 16-day period.

The research reveals that the app’s popularity is widespread in the UK, Germany, Japan, Brazil, and Turkey. However, that doesn’t explain the sudden exponential growth. What we can suggest is responsible for the high numbers may be the growing number of influential personalities that have been shown to use the app such as Tesla founder Elon Musk and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, both of whom have already created a Clubhouse account and interacted with other users on the app. There are several other high-profile personalities and celebrities who constantly interact with other users using the new app.

The Clubhouse app is a unique social networking app that is based entirely on audio chats. The app allows users to create and join rooms populated with other people who can all interact with each other in real-time. Privacy isn’t an issue as it is not possible to record the conversations.

The company is reportedly working hard to make the app available in a stable version and also to allow more users to register without an invitation. Clubhouse is also looking to roll out the app for Android users.

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Vivo to Double its Presence in Europe in 2021, Enters Romania and Czech markets

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Balaji S

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Feb 19, 2021

Chinese Smartphone maker Vivo entered Europe last year with the launch of Vivo X51 5G and a few other devices. Now, the company has revealed that it will double its presence in the region by this year and launch more premium flagship devices.

Vivo has officially entered the Romania and Czech markets. Before 2021, it hopes to present in as many as 12 countries in the European region. This is 6 more than the status last year. It also says that it will bring the smartphones with the ‘ZEISS‘ association to these markets this year.

If you recall, Vivo recently partnered with ZEISS, a Germany-based Optoelectronics company for a Global Imaging partnership. Currently, the Vivo X60 series of devices have cameras optimized by ZEISS. However, it is not clear which models will make it to Europe.

There is also a possibility that the Vivo X60 could launch with tweaks under different names just like the way Vivo did last year. It launched X51 5G, a tweaked version of the Vivo X50 Pro from China.

Anyway, the company also hints that it would partner with UEFA to bring its new drives during the UEFA EURO 2020 and 2024 football championships. The former event has been postponed due to the pandemic and is scheduled to start on 11 June 2021.

Apart from Romania and the Czech, Vivo also says that it will venture into countries like Serbia and Austria by H1 2021. Let’s wish Vivo Good Luck as it expands the ever-growing European Smartphone market in 2021.

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DEAL: Grab these deals from Amazon.in on Fire TV Stick 4K, Fire TV Stick Lite and Echo Dot (4th Gen)

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Feb 19, 2021

If you are out in the market for a powerful media streaming device for your smart television then check out this deal on Fire TV Stick 4K from Amazon.in. The 4K resolution streaming device with Alexa voice control which usually retails at ₹6000 is available at ₹4799 only.

Amazon Fire TV Stick is quite famous in the market. It is a one-stop solution for your media streaming needs. But with the 4K version, Amazon has taken the Fire TV Stick to next level. Fire TV Stick 4K is 80 % more powerful than the original Fire TV Stick. It comes with a launch and control option with a next-generation Alexa Voice remote and dedicated power, volume, and music buttons for better control over your entertainment. The highlight of this device is its 4K Ultra HD function which gives you access to superior quality 4K movies and videos, otherwise not available with the original Fire TV Stick. Access your Youtube, Amazon Prime, Netflix, Hotstar, Sony Live, Zee TV, etc with just one touch or simply by asking Alexa to open a specific show or channel.

The future of entertainment lies in 4K and so it’s logical to invest in the Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote. This device is now available for ₹4799 (original price ₹6000).

However, if you want to go for something cheaper than the Fire TV Stick 4K, then check out this deal by Amazon.in on Fire TV Stick Lite. The stick which retails at ₹3999 is now available for ₹2299 only.

Also, there is an amazing deal going on for Echo Dot (4th Gen) Smart Speaker with improved bass and Alexa Blue. You can get this smart speaker for ₹3499 (original price ₹4499)

Samsung working on two Galaxy Watch models, could ditch Tizen for Android (Wear OS)

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Balaji S

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Feb 19, 2021

Samsung recently refreshed the Galaxy Watch Active 2 at the January 14 event with a new Phantom Violet Color variant. It is already said to be working on the next Galaxy Watch for 2021. A report by Galaxyclub.nl reveals that Samsung is indeed working on the two Galaxy Watch models. Further, a new tips says that Samsung could ditch Tizen OS for Android on its Smartwatches.

According to the report, Samsung’s two new Watches have the model numbers SM-R86x SM-R87x. If you recall, the latest Galaxy Watch3 and Galaxy Watch Active2 both have SM-R8xx as model numbers. Hence, the new Watches could be their successors in 2021.

Anyway, the Watches will have different sizes as before, and available in Bluetooth and Cellular variants which is a no-brainer. Meanwhile, a tipster has hinted that Samsung might ditch Tizen OS on its future Smartwatches.

Ice Universe has said on Twitter that Samsung’s New Watch will use Android(i.e, Wear OS) instead of the Tizen platform. Samsung developed the Tizen OS with a view of building a broader & unique ecosystem for itself. It expanded the platform to various products like Smartwatches, TVs etc.

Samsung's new watch will use Android to replace Tizen.

— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) February 19, 2021

In fact, the company’s Tizen OS is the leading Smart TV platform Globally. Having said that, the reason for Samsung opting for Wear OS could be due to the lack of third-party apps for Galaxy Watches.

Either way, Samsung’s next Watch rumored as Galaxy Watch Active 3/ Galaxy Watch 4 will likely get a blood sugar monitoring feature. Let’s wait for more leaks to know about the upcoming Galaxy Watch models in 2021.

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ZTE to showcase its 2nd-gen under-screen camera tech at MWC Shanghai

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Feb 19, 2021

ZTE‘s business unit President and President of Nubia Technology, Ni Fei has announced on Weibo that the company will demonstrate its next-generation under-screen camera technology at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Shanghai. The company became the first to bless us with the world’s first under-screen camera phone when it launched the Axon 20 last year.

Now, the company is planning to unveil the second-generation version of the impressive technology. We won’t wait for too long to meet with the technology as MWC Shanghai is scheduled to hold next week from February 23 – 25, 2021.

The new camera technology is expected to be the first to utilize the under-screen 3D structured light. The technology will likely be unveiled inside the Axon 30 Pro. This time around, the device will be a flagship model said to pack a Snapdragon 888 chipset. The first-generation under-screen camera technology was launched onboard a mid-range device (Axon 20). The Axon 20 5G comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor and a 6.92-inch FHD+ screen.

However, the shift to a flagship model could be an indication that the company has perfected the technology.

GSMA had earlier announced that the 2021 Mobile World Congress Shanghai which is the Asian version will return this year after a hiatus occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic. The exhibition is scheduled to be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC) from February 23 to 25, 2021. It will be one of the largest and most anticipated events of its kind in recent months.

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DEAL: Xiaomi Mi Router 4A Gigabit Version is down to $29.99 from $60 on Gearbest

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Feb 19, 2021

Gearbest is giving out an awesome deal on the Xiaomi Mi Router 4A Gigabit version. The router which usually retails at $60 is available for $29.99 only. The Xiaomi Mi Router 4A Gigabit version is a faster and better upgrade than the Xiaomi Mi Router 4A, 100m version.

Unlike the Xiaomi Mi Router 4A 100M standard version, the Xiaomi Mi Router 4A Gigabit version comes with a dual-core processor for faster network speed. It supports the Gigabit network and dual-band wifi data transmission. The wireless dual-band can reach a max speed rate of 1167mbps resulting in less interference at high speed. This means no more buffering on your videos and seamless and smooth gameplay.

4 external high gain omnidirectional antennas ensure strong and uninterrupted signals in almost every environment. The 128MB large memory ensures a stable connection to multiple terminal devices. This is a necessity in the smart home era where we have different appliances like TV, music system, laptops, fridge, smartphones, etc all connected to one single router. The router uses an aluminum alloy heat sink and heat-conducting glue which helps to improve the heat dissipation and ensures long-term stable running.

For the next 2 days, Gearbest is giving the Xiaomi Mi Router 4A Gigabit version at $29.99 only (Original price $60). So without further delay go and grab your discounted Mi Router before this super deal ends.

Infinix Note 10 Pro appears on Geekbench with Helio G90T and 8GB RAM

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 19, 2021

Earlier this month, a smartphone called Infinix Note 10 Pro was certified by FCC. The certification revealed some of the specs of this upcoming handset. Now, more details about this device emerge, thanks to its Geekbench listing.

Infinix Note 10 Pro FCC — Infinix Note 10 Pro | Source: FCC

According to Infinix Note 10 Pro’s (Infinix X695) Geekbench listing, the forthcoming smartphone will be powered by MediaTek Helio G90T SoC paired with 8GB RAM. But there could be other memory variants as well.

As for software, the device will run Android 11, which is expected from a handset launching in 2021. Talking about scores, the phone is capable of scoring around 433 points and 1125 points in single-core and multi-core tests respectively.

As per the previous report, the Infinix Note 10 Pro will feature dual-band WiFi and will come with up to 256GB of internal storage. It will be also supporting 33W fast charging and the charger will be included in the retail box.

Lastly, the sketches included in FCC certification reveal the phone to arrive with a quad-camera setup and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

Unfortunately, nothing else is known about this smartphone as of now. But we expect to learn more about it before its official announcement in the coming days. So far, going by the FCC and Geekbench listings, Infinix Note 10 Pro is shaping up to be an impressive budget smartphone, at least on paper.

boAt Watch Flash teased to launch soon in India, Key Specs & Features revealed

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Balaji S

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Feb 19, 2021

Tech lifestyle brand boAt recently launched the boAt Rockerz 255 Pro+ wireless earphones in India. Now, it is officially teasing the launch of boAt Watch Flash in the country.

In a teaser page on Amazon India, boAt has already revealed the majority of Specs and Features coming with the Smartwatch. Smartwatches are said to be the kingmakers of wearables in 2021. To grab a bite of this, several companies are broadening their product portfolio.

boAt is a brand that is very popular in India and has dominated the Audio segment by contributing 18% of Total TWS shipments as of Q3 2020. Hence, it is a potential threat for Chinese brands like Xiaomi and realme in the Wristwear category.

Accordingly, boAt Watch Flash straightaway hits you with a circular Watch dial design that is already adopted by Mi Watch revolve and realme Watch S. There is a crown on the right for managing the controls. The strap comes in Active Black, Electric Blue, and Vivid Red versions with likely sturdier clamps.

As for Specs, boAt Watch Flash will feature a 1.3-inch LCD display. The rim around the display is calibrated with readings and also has a ‘Sports Watch’ slogan suggesting that it might be targeted at a niche audience.

Apart from this, the Watch will support multiple Watch faces, 24×7 Automatic Heart-rate(PPG), Blood-Oxygen(SpO2) and Sleep monitoring, 7-day battery life, IP68-rating for Water and Dust resistance, 10 sport modes.

We can also expect daily activity tracking, meditative(breathing mode), sedentary & hydration alerts, notifications with weather forecast, music & camera controls, and more. Anyway, the launch shouldn’t be that far as most of the specs barring the price is already out.

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SUPER DEAL: Get 50% Flat Discount on Urikar Pro 3 Massage Gun (Coupon)

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Feb 19, 2021

Great news for all Gizmochina readers. We have got an amazing deal for you on Urikar Pro 3 Massage Gun . The device which retails for $139.99 is now available at a 50% discount for all our readers. So you can get it at a discounted price of $59.99 only using our exclusive coupon code: SH53OQHP.

Urikar Pro 3 Massage Gun is a portable deep tissue muscle massager with a 360-degree rotatable anti-slip grip. Its powerful 45lbs stall force can generate high-frequency vibrations which can reach a depth of 14 MM within minutes. This means you get a professional spa-style massage at your fingertips. The 360-degree rotatable anti-slip grip helps you to navigate and reach almost 95% of your body parts on your own. This is especially important in this pandemic era, where a spa visit can be highly dangerous and maintaining social distance is of utmost importance.

The Urikar pro 3 massage gun is a perfect device to ease your soreness and pain. Whether it’s a post-workout soreness, a stiff neck due to long hours on your chair or simply work and life stress, this massager will help you to ease all your kinks and knots with a single push.

The device comes with a brushless high torque 45W motor and a built-in noise reduction function. Additionally, you can find 6 different detachable headsets with the massage gun, designed to target different muscle groups and body parts. So even if it’s an ache in your calf or knot in your neck, just attach the respective headset and get a deep and relaxing massage within minutes. Its 10-hour long battery life means you can use it multiple times before the next charge and the lightweight and compact design makes it easy to carry around with you.

For Gizmochina readers,Urikar Pro 3 Massage Gun is available at a flat 50% discount at Amazon.com. Just add the coupon code: SH53OQHP, while checkout and get an instant 50% discount. Also, an additional $10 discount is available from Amazon.com itself. So you can buy the final product with free shipping at just $59.99 (original price $139.99).

This super deal is applicable from 18 February 2021 (03:00PST) to 21 February 2021 (00:01PST) only. So grab your Urikar Pro 3 Massage Gun before the deal expires.

Samsung Galaxy A52 and A72 4G devices launching soon in India, Support pages go live

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Balaji S

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Feb 19, 2021

Samsung is expected to launch the mid-range Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A72 very soon. As the launch draws near, support pages of the devices have gone live in India.

Galaxy A52 Galaxy A72 — Galaxy A52, A72 Press Renders(via WinFuture.de)

Samsung India has opened support pages for two new devices- SM-A525F/DS and SM-A725F/DS. If you recall, these are the Galaxy A52 and A72 courtesy of previous reports. It is likely the 4G variant of the device as the 5G model has the model number A526B(via FCC).

Similarly, the Galaxy A72’s model number is A725F as seen before on certifications like NBTC. Also, if you aren’t aware, Twitter user Max Jambor claims that a 5G variant for the Galaxy A72 doesn’t exist.

Samsung Galaxy A52 4G Expected Specs

Either way, the Samsung Galaxy A52 will have feature a 6.52-inch sAMOLED FHD+ display with a 2400×1080 pixel resolution, 90Hz refresh rate, and an in-display fingerprint sensor(Optical). The rear camera setup will include 64MP main, 8MP ultra-wide, 5MP and 2MP sensors, and a 32Mp selfie camera.

Other specs include 6/8GB RAM, 128/256GB storage, NFC, IP67 rating, 4,500mAh battery with 25W charging, One UI 3.1 based on Android 11. Also, the 4G variant of the device will feature Snapdragon 720G chipset.

The device will debut in Awesome White, Awesome Black, Awesome Blue, and Awesome Violet colors and debut for €349.

Samsung Galaxy A72 4G Expected Specs

Samsung Galaxy A72 will mostly share the specs from the Galaxy A52 mentioned above. The only differences are said to be in camera, battery, and display size.

Accordingly, it will have a 6.7-inch sAMOLED FHD+ Infinity-O display with a 90Hz refresh rate. The Quad-camera on the back will have a 64MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 8MP 2x Telephoto lens, and a 2MP sensor. Upfront, it will have a 32MP selfie shooter.

For battery, it will have a slightly bigger 5,000mAh with up to 25W charging support. Similar to Galaxy A52, it will come in 6/8GB RAM, 128/256GB storage and retail for a starting price of €449.

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LG InnoTek raises expenditure to ramp up production of cameras for Apple

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Sean

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Feb 19, 2021

LG InnoTek is raising its expenditure to ramp up the production of camera modules for Apple. The optical unit of the South Korean tech giant made the announcement earlier this week, raising investment to 547.8 billion won (roughly 496 million US Dollars) to secure and strengthen its production capacity.

According to TheElec report, the company announced that it will be raising its spending for its optical solutions arm near the start of every year. Back in 2019, its business spending was 282.1 billion won (roughly 255 million US Dollars), which was then raised to 479.8 billion won (roughly 434 million US Dollars) last year. This marks a 14 percent rise of expenditure over 2020. As per the report, the move from the company is likely due to the recent changes in the Cupertino based giant’s camera module supply chain.

For those unaware, Apple currently has two camera module suppliers, down from three. Chinese supplier O’Film was removed from its supply chain due to allegations of human rights violations against Uighur people. In other words, the O’Film orders have now been taken over by InnoTek and Sharp. At the moment, LG InnoTek primarily supplies camera modules for the higher end iPhone models. But now, the company will also be responsible for the cameras in the lower end models as well.

The South Korean supplier held a 50 percent market share in Apple’s camera module supplyu chain, which is now expected further rise now. Meanwhile, Sharp’s market share in the same category is expected to rise to 40 percent, up from mid 30 percent. Furthermore, three out of the four upcoming 2021 iPhone will feature the new sensor technology.

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Lenovo Smart Clock Essential launched in India for ₹4,499 ($62)

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 19, 2021

In late August 2020, Lenovo unveiled the Smart Clock Essential. It was soon made available in multiple regions in the following days. Now, almost six months later, this product has been finally launched in India, priced at ₹4,499 ($62). It is already up for sale on Flipkart and Lenovo’s official website.

The Lenovo Smart Clock Essential was introduced as a cheaper alternative to the original Lenovo Smart Clock. But in India, the former seems to be replacing the latter from 2019. Because the first product has been out of stock in the country for months now.

That said, the new Smart Clock Essential sports a 4-inch LED display, unlike the LCD panel on the previous model. This screen is capable of showing time, day, and weather when in an ideal state. Additionally, the display can be also used for timers.

Further, the product features a 1.5-inch 3W speaker and 2 x far-field microphones for Google Assistant. It is powered by an Amlogic A113X chipset paired with 4GB RAM and 4GB eMMC storage.

On the connectivity front, it supports dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, and Chromecast. It also comes with buttons for microphone mute toggle (backside), volume up/down, play, and alarm. Additionally, it has a nightlight with a maximum brightness of 31 lumens and a USB Type-A output port to charge smartphones and alike.

Last but not least, the Lenovo Smart Clock Essential has a fabric-like coating on its body, comes in a single Soft Touch Grey color option, and weighs 328g.

The PodChain Pro lets you charge Apple AirPods Pro while using them

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Sean

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Feb 19, 2021

The Apple AirPods Pro is by far one of the most successful truly wireless earphones in the global market. While there are various third party accessories to customize these earbuds with, the PodChain Pro allows you to charge your hearables as you use them.

According to a TomsGuide report, it is a wearable charger, which lets you charge your AirPods Pro while you’re using them. The PodChain Pro has been made by M. Craftsman, although, its functionality is a bit questionable. By design, the AirPods and AirPods Pro are ‘wireless’ earbuds, so adding another wire might go against its essential design and function. However, on the off chance your charging case no longer carries a charge, then it might be useful as a last resort.

Furthermore, it also addresses the fact the such earbuds can only be charged by the charging case. In other words, it offers another method of charging one’s Apple AirPods, which is especially useful if one has lost the charging case itself. Talking about the PodChain Pro, the wearables can magnetically latch onto the charging sheaths, so its an easy task to just plug in or detach them. Notably, the most useful aspect regarding this wired charger is that it enables users to charge their earbuds as they are using them.

The PodChain Pro is capable of charging the AirPods and AirPods Pro three times, for up to 16 hours of non stop playback. But keep in mind, the wearable has not launched yet, and can will be found on Indiegogo on 23rd February 2021 for crowdfunding. The first 100 units will be sold to Indiegogo backers as a reward for a discounted price of 39 US Dollars.

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Huawei teases the Mate X2, showcasing its seamless folding design

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Feb 19, 2021

The Huawei Mate X2 has just been teased again. Earlier today (19th February 2021), the company shared a new image poster on Weibo, a Chinese microblogging website, showcasing the device’s seamless folding design.

In the Weibo post, the company officially teased the upcoming foldable smartphone with a GIF image that hinted at its folding capabilities. The Chinese tech giant also added that the the closing and opening action of the device is “seamless.” Earlier this week, Huawei had shared a teaser image, which also highlighted its folding mechanism. Looking at the poster, the animated image depicts the unfurling action of the device, while a circle also showcased its range of movement.

Talking more about the device, it is the successor to the company’s first foldable smartphone and may arrive with 8.01-inch foldable display made by China’s BOE company. It is expected to support 2480 x 2220 pixels resolution. It may feature a 6.45-inch display on the front that will offer a resolution of 2270 x 1160 pixels. Furthermore, the device will sport two displays, including an external and internal screen.

The Huawei Mate X2 may be powered by 4,400mAh battery and the Kirin 9000 chipset. It may come loaded with Android 10 OS and carry support for 66W rapid charging. For photography, it may possess a 16 megapixel main camera on the front and its rear-facing camera module may include a 50 megapixel main camera, a 16 megapixel camera, 12 megapixel lens, and an 8 megapixel sensor.

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Realme Buds Air 2 official listing confirms ANC, 25hr battery life, and other features

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 19, 2021

On Feb. 24, Realme will be taking off covers from the Narzo 30 series of smartphones in India. The same event will also see the arrival of the Buds Air 2 TWS earbuds. The company has already confirmed that it will come equipped with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). The official page of the Buds Air 2 is now live on Realme India’s website. The listing has revealed some of the key features of the earbuds.

Realme has teamed up with The Chainsmokers, an American electronic DJ and production duo, for promoting the Buds Air 2. While the Buds Air Pro came with ANC support, it was unavailable on the original Buds Air TWS. The feature will available on Buds Air 2.

The Buds Air 2 will come with 10nm Diamon-like Carbon (DLC) drivers for superior audio clarity that will deliver richer bass, clearer output, and better frequency response. The company promised 17-hour battery life on the original Buds Air.

According to the firm, the Buds Air 2 will deliver a longer battery life of 25 hours with ANC turned off. With ANC activated, it will 22.5 hours of playback time. By charging it for only 10 minutes, the Buds Air 2 will be able to last for 2 hours. It promises a better gaming experience with 88ms super-low latency. Realme says that the new earbuds sport a unique and better design, and it will be available in black and white colors.

Realme is currently selling three earbuds products such as Buds Air Neo, Buds Air, and Buds Air Pro. They are priced at Rs 2,499 (~$34), Rs 3,999 (~$55), and Rs 4,999 (~$69), respectively. There is no word on the pricing of the Buds Air 2.

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Redmi K40, K40 Pro: Expected Specs, Features, and Price ahead of launch

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Balaji S

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Feb 19, 2021

Redmi began the ‘K’ series budget flagship smartphones trend with the launch of the Redmi K20 series in China back in 2019. The company then continued to launch successors in the next year with Redmi K30 and K30 Pro. And in 2021, it is back with the Redmi K40 series.

Right from the day the retail boxes leaked, there’s been a lot of buzz about these two models. Hence, let’s look at the specs and whatever we know so far before the launch next week.

Redmi K40 Series Design

Xiaomi has always kept its design distinct from Mi and Redmi flagships so far. The Redmi K20 had a full-screen display, circular camera layout on the back while the Xiaomi Mi 9 that launched in the same year had a notch-display and a pill-shaped vertical camera layout.

The same was the case last year but Redmi K40 Series’ leaked pictures- Redmi K40 (M2012K11AC), and Redmi K40 Pro (M2012K11C) on TENAA certification and the one officially teased by Redmi today(Feb. 22) shows that the gap is shrinking between them in terms of design this year.

The teaser image of the Redmi K40 series shows a camera layout that’s just like an elongated version of Xiaomi Mi 11. You can see the resemblance in the rear design below.

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*images- From left to Right- K40(Official Teaser), Possible K40 and K40 Pro(M2012K11AC, M2012K11C as on TENAA), Mi 11

Upfront, the Redmi K40 series will be a big departure in design. It will ditch the Pop-up camera mechanism found on the predecessors for a centered punch-hole panel. And Lu Weibing has already confirmed that it will sport a display with the smallest punch-hole in the world.

Redmi K40 and Redmi K40 Pro Specifications (Expected)

Surprisingly, just like the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro, this year’s devices are expected to share a lot of specs between them with few differences. Do note that these are the specs that have appeared on the TENAA listing in China and some other reports.

Let’s have a look at the specs of the Redmi K40 and K40 Pro below:

Dimensions:163.7 x 76.4 x 7.8mm
Display: 6.67-inch punch-hole display(Expected: E4 Samsung AMOLED with 2400×1080 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate), industry-leading touch sampling rate
Processor: Snapdragon 888 (on Redmi K40 Pro), Snapdragon 870(on Redmi K40, spotted on Geekbench) chipsets.
Cameras: AI Triple-Camera(Maybe 64MP main- on Redmi K40, 108MP large 1/1.5-inch Camera sensor on K40 Pro)
Battery: 4,520mAh battery with 33W fast charging
Memory: 6/8GB DDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage
Other features: 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, Dual Stereo-Speakers, Dolby Atmos
OS: MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11

Redmi K40 and K40 Pro Launch Date, Availability, Price

Regarding the launch, Redmi has already confirmed that the Redmi K40 series will debut in China on February 25. As for the Price, the Redmi K40 Pro could start at 2,999 yuan ($462) considering Redmi prices its flagship aggressively and its predecessor launched at the same starting price.

Since the launch is happening in China first, don’t expect it to debut outside of the country anytime soon. However, some vague rumors say that the K40 could debut under POCO branding in countries like India. Let’s wait for official confirmation on the same.

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