Leak: OnePlus 9 Pro will have an LTPO display

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Feb 18, 2021

OnePlus is expected to unveil the OnePlus 9 series of Smartphones next month. Ahead of the launch, new features of the device have been appearing on the radar of leaks. Today, one such has been spilled again by Tipster Max Jambor.

OnePlus 9 Pro live photo — CC: Dave2D YouTube

Max, in a Tweet, has posted an image that says that ‘LTPO’ along with ‘9 Pro’ clearly stating that the Pro variant will have an LTPO display. If you don’t know, LTPS is Low-Temperature Polysilicon while the LTPO is Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide.

In the LTPO display, the backplane has IGZO(Indium gallium zinc oxide) that saves power by about 5-15% compared to the ones on LTPS panels. Also, this backplane allows the OEMs to dynamically change the refresh rates of the displays better.

This means the UI can intelligently manage the battery by varying the display refresh rates and also help in Always-on situations. Let’s just hope that OnePlus avoids battery drain and issues like the Green Tint on the OnePlus 9 Pro to their level best.

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— Max Jambor (@MaxJmb) February 18, 2021

Regarding the specs, the OnePlus 9 Pro should get an AMOLED QHD+ display with 6.78-inches, curved sides, and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is expected to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, Quad-Cameras with Hasselblad partnership, up to 12GB RAM, 256 GB storage, and OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11.

The non-Pro OnePlus 9 will likely have a slightly smaller 6.55-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 870 SoC, Triple-Cameras with 48MP Sony IMX689, and a 48MP ultra-wide lens, 16MP selfie camera.

Both the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro are said to have a 4,500mAh battery. While the Charging tech is yet to be confirmed, Max has already claimed that the devices will come with a charger inside the box.

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Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra gets Android 11 update

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Feb 18, 2021

Last year, Xiaomi announced its best-ever smartphone ever in the form of Mi 10 Ultra. This handset was released to celebrate the company’s tenth anniversary. This device debuted with MIUI 12 based on Android 10. Now, after six months from its launch, the handset is finally receiving the Android 11 update.

In August 2020, Xiaomi launched two China-exclusive smartphones called Mi 10 Ultra and Redmi K30 Ultra on the occasion of its 10th anniversary. The duo was released with the Android 10-based MIUI 12 operating system.

Like most Xiaomi phones sold in China, they are included in the MIUI Beta program. Hence, the duo has been receiving Android 11-based weekly MIUI builds for quite a while.

However, the firm started seeding the ‘Stable Beta’ update (V12.1.1.0.RJJCNXM) for Mi 11 Ultra only on February 1. A little over two weeks later, this build is now available for more users as it seems to have termed as ‘Stable’.

For those unaware, MIUI Stable Beta builds are basically stable builds for limited users to test for possible major bugs. If there are no problems, the same build is rolled out to a wider audience as a stable update.

Therefore, in case you have imported this handset from China, then do check for any new OTA update from the phone’s Settings app. That said, the Mi 10 Ultra should receive at least one more Android update and three MIUI updates, as per Xiaomi’s update track record.

VAIO Z (2021) laptop with Carbon fibre body, Intel Core i7, Windows 10 launched

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Feb 18, 2021

Notebook brand VAIO earlier this month released a teaser poster that points to the launch of a new laptop on February 18. True to expectations, the company has now announced the new VAIO Z (2021) laptop. The notebook PC utilizes a carbon fiber body and this includes the bottom part which is a first for the VAIO line up and also the entire body of the PC.

The VAIO Z (2021) features a 14-inch 4K HDR LCD display with an FHD resolution of 1080 pixels. This display also has a 99.8% DCI-P3 colour gamut. The device has a lightweight, sleek body of 958g and it can survive a 127cm (up to 4.1ft) drop which is beyond the MIL-STD-810H requirement. The display can be opened up to 180 degrees and it can even be opened with one hand. There is a dedicated shortcut (Fn+2) that can be used to rotate the display. There is a webcam at the top with a privacy lock option.

The notebook is a high-end model powered by an 11th Generation Intel Core i7 H35 Series processor. The processor is paired with 8GB of RAM which can be configured up to 32GB of RAM. The storage starts at 256GB PCIe Gen.4 SSD which is configurable up to 2TB SSD. The laptop runs Windows 10 Home.

Further, the laptop features a uniquely designed microphone as well as stereo speakers optimized with Dolby Audio. The notebook features a USB-C (Thunderbolt 4), HDMI output, and headphone jack. The power button is integrated with a fingerprint sensor for Windows Hello unlock,

The battery capacity is a 53Wh cell that supports 65W PD fast charging the laptop is said to offer up to 34 hours of battery life for the 1080p version. The 4K HDR version will offer up to 17 hours of battery life, thanks to 53Wh battery that supports 65W PD fast charge.

VAIO Z Signature Edition was also launched and what sets it apart from the rest is the signature Black design with a carbon fiber texture, and carbon black colors.

As for the pricing, the VAIO Z 2021 starts at 272,580 yen ($2574) for the 1080p version with Core i5-11300H, 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD version. On the other hand, the VAIO Z SIGNATURE EDITION with 1080p screen, Core i7-11375H, 16GB RAM, and 256GB SSD version starts at 366,080 yen ($3,457). The Signature Edition also has a 4K screen version that costs an additional 22,000 yen (~$207). There is no word yet on the availability.

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Samsung begins One UI 3.1 update rollout for Galaxy S20 and Note 20 series, Galaxy Z Fold2, & more

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Feb 18, 2021

After updating devices like the Galaxy S20 FE and Galaxy Tab S7 series, Samsung is officially bringing the One UI 3.1 update to Galaxy S20 Series, Note 20 Series, Z Fold2, and Z Flip devices.

Samsung in a press release announced that it will bring the latest One UI 3.1 update to various flagship and mid-range series of devices. You can take a look at the list below:

*-The Galaxy S20 FE started receiving it a few days ago but Samsung had to pull it back reportedly due to various issues.

Samsung launched the One UI 3.1 back when it announced the Galaxy S21 series of devices in January. These devices are the first ones to carry the UI out of the box. It then started updating the older devices by pushing the UI update via OTA(Over-The-Air).

Anyway, the latest update is rolling out to various regions in the UK, Europe(like Austria, Germany), and South Korea. If you are someone living in these regions, you can try out the new features by navigating to Software Update in Settings.

The One UI 3.1 brings features like Improved performance, Private Share, GPS location data removal on Images, more Lock screen widgets, Background Video Calling, Google Discover on Home Screen, Zoom Lock(in camera), and more.

That said, a report by Sammobile says that Samsung hasn’t brought the Google Discover, Google Messages to the devices with this update. This means it is still exclusive to the Galaxy S21 devices for now.

Users in other regions need not panic as Samsung will eventually roll out the update soon in the coming days. Also, in the news, Samsung has mentioned devices like the Galaxy A90, Galaxy A70, Galaxy A80, Galaxy A51, A71. We will have to wait for a few days to know when Samsung starts their rollout.

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Samsung Galaxy A72 4G receives NBTC approval

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Feb 18, 2021

The Samsung Galaxy A72 4G that has a model number of SM-A725F / DS has received approval from the NBTC authority of Thailand (via. Pricebaba). In recent weeks, the Galaxy A72 4G has bagged many other certifications like FCC in the U.S, BIS in India, ANATEL in Brazil, EEC in Europe, and TUV Rheinland. Speculations are rife that the Galaxy A72 4G will debut in March.

The Samsung Galaxy A72’s NBTC certification reveals that it is a 4G device. While its smaller sibling Galaxy A52 is expected to arrive in 4G and 5G versions, the Galaxy A72 could be available in 4G version only.

Samsung Galaxy A72 4G specifications and price (Rumored)

The Samsung Galaxy A72 4G is expected to arrive with a 6.7-inch FHD+ display that will support a 90Hz refresh rate, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and an in-screen fingerprint reader. Along with the A52, the A72 could be the first A-series phone from Samsung to arrive with IP67 rated dustproof and water-resistant chassis.

The Galaxy A72 has a 32-megapixel front-facing camera. Its rear shell has a 64-megapixel main lens, a 12-megapixel superwide sensor, and two 5-megapixel lenses for macro images and depth effects.

The Snapdragon 720G chipset is expected to fuel the phone with 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM. It may arrive in storage choices like 128 GB and 256 GB. For more storage, it may feature a microSD card slot. The handset will run on One UI 3.1 based Android 11 OS. It may arrive with a 5,000mAh battery that will support 25W rapid charging.

The Galaxy A72 4G could be arriving with a starting price of 449 euros (~$542) in Europe. It is expected to sell in colors like blue, white, lavender, and black.

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DEAL: Baseus LED Hanging Lamp for Desktop Monitors is available only for $28.59

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Feb 18, 2021

If you are looking for a desk lamp or screen lamp, there is a fantastic deal thats currently live on Aliexpress, on the Baseus i-work USB asymmetric light source screen hanging light. The dimmable screen lamp which retails at around $40 is available for $28.59 only at AliExpress.

Work from home has become a norm now thanks to the coronavirus outbreak. It is very common to see children, as well as adults, spending hours before the computer screen either studying or working or playing games and connecting with friends and family. Spending so much time before the screen can lead to headaches and eye pains.

The Baseus i-work USB asymmetric light source screen hanging light is specially designed to reduce the glare from your screen and protect your eyes from harmful blue light. The asymmetrical light design illuminates the desk and the keyboard rather than the screen, thereby reducing the glare otherwise caused by the usual desk lamp.

80 build-in high-quality lamp beads reduce the blue light effect thereby increasing your night work efficiency and allowing you to sit comfortably on your screen for longer periods. The touch sensors on top of the lamp help you to adjust the brightness as per your needs and the three-color temperature modes viz: Warm light, White light, and Mixed-light allow you to change your lighting as per the environment. The lightweight lamp is powered by a Type C charging port which can be connected to a computer, charging head or power bank. It is easy to install and even carry around to different places.

AliExpress is selling Baseus i-work USB asymmetric light source screen hanging light for $28.59 only. The deal is applicable on both the white and black color variants but available only till 26 February 2021. Additional $2 New User coupons and other store coupons are also available on this deal. So grab your desk lamp asap.

Realme Narzo 30A, Narzo 30 Pro 5G specifications appear well before launch

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 18, 2021

Earlier today, Realme revealed that the Narzo 30 series and Buds Air 2 will be announced on Feb. 24 in India. Well ahead of the launch, leakster Mukul Sharma has leaked the key specs of both handsets.

Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G and Narzo 30A specifications (Rumored)

According to the leak, the Narzo 30A has a 6.5-inch display with a teardrop notch. The Helio G85 chipset, 6,000mAh battery, and 18W charging, which were made available on the Narzo 20, will find their way on the Narzo 30A handset.

The square-shaped camera housing of the phone will feature a 13-megapixel dual-camera system and an LED flash. For selfies, it will have an 8-megapixel camera. A traditional fingerprint scanner will be available on the rear shell of the device. It will come in two colors like Black and Light Blue.

On the other side, the Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G will support a high refresh rate of 120Hz. The Dimensity 800U powered handset will come with a 5,000mAh battery that will carry support for 30W rapid charging.

The Narzo 30 Pro 5G’s rectangle-shaped camera module will feature a 48-megapixel triple camera setup. It will come with other features like a side-mounted fingerprint reader, Dolby Atmos, and Hi-Res audio. Since it is speculated to hit the Indian markets as a rebranded version of China’s Realme Q2, it is expected to come with other features like LPPDR4x RAM, UFS 2.1 storage, a 16-megapixel front camera, a 48-megapixel + -megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera system.

The Narzo 30 Pro 5G will be priced lower than the Realme X7 5G, which sells for Rs 19,999 (~$275) in India. There is no word on the pricing of the Narzo 30A.

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DEAL: Original Amazfit Stratos Smartwatch is down to $84 on Aliexpress ($8 Coupon)

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Feb 18, 2021

For all fitness enthusiasts out there, AliExpress is giving out the Original Amazfit Stratos smartwatch at a solid discount. The smartwatch which usually retails at around $100 is now available for just ~~$92~~ $84 (coupon) only.

Amazfit Stratos Smartwatch embodies the perfect combination of design and technology. Its simple yet graceful design is reflected through the 1.34-inch reflective color display and delicate markers surrounded by a hand-polished ceramic bezel.

The smartwatch is 50m water-resistant. This means you can dive into a swimming pool or swim in the open seas without worrying about damaging the smartwatch. Moreover, the multiple sports mode function gives more than 16 different activity tracking options, making the watch suitable for almost everyone. Run, Walk, Swimming, Triathlon, Trail Run, Climb, Soccer, Tennis, etc are some of the modes available along with daily activity tracking.

However, the highlight of Amazfit Stratos is its VO2max Fitness Level Analysis. This premium function gives you important physiological information which is generally used by professional athletes. With this function, you can take your training to the next level and get professional and tailored guidance for your fitness and athletic goals.

The smartwatch comes with 5-day battery life on normal mode and 35-hour battery life on a continuous sports mode. Additionally, the onboard music function lets you leave your phone behind as you can simply store your favorite music on the smartwatch and then enjoy it via Bluetooth headphones.

Amazfit Stratos Smartwatch is the winner of the RedDot Design Award 2018 and Good Design Award 2018. Currently retailing at ~~$92~~ $84 (use $8 store coupon) on AliExpress, this smartwatch is a bargain deal like no other.

So if you are looking for a smartwatch for your daily use or fitness goals, go and grab this super deal asap. AliExpress is also offering additional store coupons and new user discounts on this product with free shipping from China Warehouse.

ASUS ROG Phone 5 moniker Officially confirmed

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Balaji S

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Feb 18, 2021

ASUS has been teasing its next ROG flagship Gaming smartphone in China for a while now. The device, which is expected to launch next month, is now officially confirmed as ROG Phone 5.

ASUS ROG Phone 5 I005DB and I005DA — ASUS ROG Phone 5 variants; I005DB (left) and I005DA (right)

The company confirmed the moniker of the next ROG Phone 5 via a Weibo post while talking about the Tencent Games Collab. ASUS said that it is entering into the third successful collaboration with Tencent Games(2019-2021). To recall, ASUS had partnered with Tencent Games back in the ROG Phone 2 launch in 2019.

Anyway, ASUS hasn’t confirmed the launch date yet but reports say that the device could launch in India in March. There is also a possibility that ASUS might announce it at the upcoming MWC Shanghai that is scheduled for Feb. 23-25. This is just our guess so let’s wait for official confirmation.

As for the device itself, it could come in two variants- ASUS_I005DA and ASUS_I005DB. Among these, the I005DA seems to have a secondary screen on the back that’s nothing but a Dot-Matrix LED like the ones on ROG Zephyrus G14 Laptops. The second variant, however, doesn’t have it.

Thus the I005DB could just be an affordable version of the ROG Phone 5 debuting in certain markets. Apart from this, as mentioned above, we can also expect a ‘Tencent Games’ edition exclusive for China.

Regarding the specs, the TENAA listing reveals that the device will have a 6.78-inch display, Snapdragon 888 chipset, horizontally stacked Triple-cameras, 6,000mAh dual-cell battery, and Android 11 OS.

Other expected specs include a 64MP main camera, AMOLED display with 144Hz refresh rate, 65W Rapid charging.

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Xiaomi Mi 10i could soon receive Android 11 update as Mi 10T Lite bags it

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 18, 2021

Xiaomi launched the Mi 10T Lite alongside the Mi 10T and the Mi 10T Pro in late September. The handset debuted with MIUI 12 based on Android 10. Now, months after its release, this device has finally started receiving the Android 11 update.

Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite Featured — Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite

The Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite ships with two types of MIUI builds – Global and EEA. But currently, only the variant running the global build is receiving the Android 11 update.

Above all, the update with build number V12.0.2.0.RJSMIXM is currently in the ‘Stable Beta’ phase. Hence, it is being only seeded out to select users. If these early adopters don’ face any major issues, the availability of this update will be extended for more customers.

Similarly, Xiaomi should start delivering the Android 11 update not only to the EEA variant of Mi 10T Lite but also Mi 10i and Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G very soon.

That’s because the Redmi Note 9 Pro that debuted in late November 2020 in China is basically the Mi 10T Lite with a 108MP primary sensor. On the other hand, the Mi 10 that released in India last month is a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G.

Hence, these three phones codenamed gauguin run the same MIUI build with regional tweaks. That said, going by Xiaomi’s update track record, this trio should get at least one more Android update and three MIUI updates.

Intel to launch its 11th Gen Rocket Lake-S processors on March 15: Report

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Sean

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Feb 18, 2021

Intel will reportedly launch its 11th Gen Core series of processors next month. Previously, the company had only confirmed that the Rocket Lake-S series chips will be available within the first quarter of this year, but now a new report has claimed that the chips will launch on 15th March 2021.

According to a HKEPC report (Via VideoCardz), the 11th Gen processors will be available next month. So far, it was expected that the new chips will arrive sometime in early April 2021, but the new report suggests that we might see the launch arrive two weeks earlier. The company has already launched its latest 500 series motherboards, which will support the new Rocket Lake-S CPUs and PCI Gen4 for GPU and fast NVMe storage.

HKEPC stated that the announcement of the 12th Gen Core series of processors by the end of September 2021, with the actual launch arriving by December. Furthermore, the report also added that the Alder Lake-S series chips will be based on the 10nm Enhanced SuperFin, instead of the 10nm SuperFin architecture. In other words, these processors will be more power efficient than the Tiger Lake series.

Unfortunately, the report does not divulge any other finer information regarding the company’s supposed launch plans apart from the date. Keep in mind, this is still an unconfirmed report and we will have to wait for an official company announcement to know for sure. So take this report with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available.

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Get ₹10000 OFF on Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra on Amazon India (HDFC Offer)

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Feb 18, 2021

If you are in the market to get the best Android flagship of 2021 then head onto Amazon.in right now to grab this amazing deal on Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G. Currently, known as one of the best Android flagships, this smartphone which comes with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage option usually retails at ₹1,10,000. But for the next 10 hours, Amazon.in is selling it at a discount for ~~₹105999~~ ₹95,999 only.

This 2021 Android flagship is known for its impressive Quad rear camera setup. You have a 108MP main camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera for super steady videos, and two 10MP telephoto cams with 10x optical zoom and 3x optical zoom respectively. This means you have a pro photographers tool at your fingertips and are going to get some stunning and breathtaking shots for your Instagram feeds. Also, the 40MP selfie camera is more than adequate for your social media needs and private moments.

This beast of a smartphone runs on Exynos 2100 Chipset with an octa-core processor. And with 12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage you are in for a fast and seamless experience. The smartphone has a 6.8-inch display protected by Gorilla Glass Victus (the toughest gorilla glass yet to be added to a smartphone) and a massive 5000 mAh battery for a long-lasting battery.

For the next 10 hours, Amazon.in is selling Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G (12GB + 256GB )for a discount at ₹105999 only. Moreover, HDFC Bank cardholders can avail of an instant discount of ₹10000 through their credit and debit cards. The offer is available on Phantom Black and Phantom Silver color variants only. Additional discounts and offers including no-cost EMI and Exchange offers up to ₹12400 are also available on this purchase. So without wasting any more time, grab onto this amazing deal asap.

POCO India has a new Logo and a ‘Made Of Mad’ Mascot

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Feb 18, 2021

A few months ago, realme unveiled its Mascot ‘Realmeow’ and has been using it to promote its products and services. Now, its potential rival POCO has come out with its own version and says it is “Made Of Mad“.

POCO India has announced a new Logo and a Mascot today. The company says that it tends to re-define madness with the new changeover. Accordingly, the emoji has a pinch of madness, evil, and a bit of Goodness as well.

Apparently, the logo is to kindle a state of confusing emotions in people’s minds. Denoting that every individual is looking for alternatives, the mascot appears instead of ‘O’ in the new P’O’CO logo. As you can see below, it has four different indicators.

The first Halo on Top of the emoji signifies a sense of Goodness. This appears like a crown on top of Angels. The Horn-like Antennas on the head of the emojis are for representing the Naughty side of the Mad. The eyes have a bit of an Evil look that is not always in harmony with the Halo.

Finally, the inverted Triangle is for the Sharp wit that the company does on its social media handles from time to time. Do note that the new Logo change is currently reflecting only on POCO India and not the POCO Global division.

POCO is 1-year old as an independent brand and the company is trying to show itself as a distinct brand from Xiaomi. However, it has mostly been rebranding phones with few tweaks from the latter lately. The POCO M3 is just an example of it.

However, Country Director Anuj Sharma has already clarified that POCO F2 will be unique for India. Let’s just hope that the company redefines the Madness of Customers towards it by launching more India-exclusive devices.

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DEAL: Grab this massive 35800mAh Solar Charging Power Bank at its lowest price on Amazon US

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Feb 18, 2021

If you are looking for an outdoor emergency solar charger then Amazon.com is giving a whopping 25% discount on the QiSa Solar Charger 35800 mAh Solar Power Bank. The power bank which retails at around $58 is now available at Amazon.com for just $43.61

The product comes with four high-conversion solar charging panels and 2 USB output ports. Additionally equipped with the wireless charging function, it lets you charge 3 devices simultaneously. The 3800 mAh battery is more than adequate for your travel needs. As long as there is sunlight you can continue to charge your smartphones and tablets seamlessly. The solar power bank is compatible with almost all devices like iPhone, Samsung, etc. Any smartphone either with a MicroUSB port, Lightning Port, or Type C port can be charged with the power bank, however, only Qi-enabled devices are compatible with the wireless function. An important additional feature is the multi-functional LED lights with different modes like strong, low, flash, and SOS. In times of uncertainty and danger, the LED light function may become your lifesaver.

The Solar Charger 35800mAh Solar Power Bank is waterproof, dustproof, and drop resistant and designed to survive in extreme and hostile conditions. The market rate for this product is around $58 but for a limited period, Amazon.com is selling this Solar Powerbank for $43.61 only. So grab this amazing deal while the offer lasts.

POCO X3 Pro 4G launch date could be set in March’s first or second week in India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 18, 2021

Earlier this month, POCO announced the POCO M3 smartphone in India. Since the POCO X3 Pro was recently approved by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), it is speculated that it could be the next POCO phone for India. A tipster who had accurately predicted the POCO X3’s unveiling date for India has tipped the launch timeframe of the POCO X3 Pro.

According to Debayan Roy, the POCO X3 Pro could be coming to India in the first or second week of March. The leak has no information on its specifications.

The POCO X3 from last year came with key features such as a 120Hz resolution supporting an FHD+ display of 6.67 inches, a Snapdragon 732G chipset, a 64-megapixel quad-camera system, and a 6,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. The upcoming Pro model may come with advanced features such as an improved chipset and better cameras.

According to a recent report by XDA Developers, the device may feature a Snapdragon 855 or Snapdragon 855+ chipset. It is also speculated to arrive with a 48-megapixel quad-camera module. The rumor mill is yet to spill other information about the device.

The FCC certification of the POCO X3 Pro revealed that it will boot to MIUI 12 and it could be coming with connectivity features like dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 4G LTE. The model number of the variant to India is M2012J20SI. Apart from BIS, the handset has also revealed approval from Thailand’s NBTC, Singapore’s IMDA, Malaysia’s SIRIM, and TUV Rheinland. These listings have not revealed any vital information on the specs of the POCO X3 Pro. The global version of the device has an M2012J20SG model number.

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Xiaomi Mi 11 Singapore launch set for February 25

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 18, 2021

Xiaomi unveiled the Mi 11 in late December 2020 in China. The handset made its global debut in Europe earlier this month. Now, weeks later, the company has officially confirmed to launch this smartphone in Singapore on February 25.

According to a post by Xiaomi Singapore, the Mi 11 flagship smartphone will be presented in the country on February 25. The device’s launch event will be livestreamed on Facebook, starting at 20:00 GMT+8.

For those unaware, the Mi 11 is Xiaomi’s first premium smartphone of 2021. This phone is expected to be joined by at least three more models, namely Mi 11 Pro, Mi 11 Ultra, and Mi 11 Lite in the near future

The Mi 11 brings a new design, better display (6.81-inch WQHD+ 120Hz quad-curved panel), and 5nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC. Some of the bonuses include a dual-stereo speaker setup tuned by Harmon Kardon, optional vegan leather finishes, 55W wired fast charging, and 50W wireless fast charging.

Xiaomi Mi 11 featured review 15 — Xiaomi Mi 11

As for optics, the handset house a triple camera setup, which includes a 108MP primary sensor paired with a 13MP ultra-wide unit and a 5MP telemacro snapper. Whereas, on the front, it sports a 20MP punch-hole camera.

In our review, we described the Mi 11 to be ‘the best value Snapdragon 888 flagship to beat in 2021’. However, it is worth noting that our unit (Chinese variant) was also riddled with bugs.

Samsung to announce new TVs on March 2 at its Unbox & Discover 2021 event

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Sean

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Feb 18, 2021

Samsung had just recently unveiled its new Mini LED QLED TVs and a refresh of its The Frame TV at the CES 2021 event. And now, the company is showing no signs of slowing down as it aims on announcing new TVs on 2nd March 2021, during its Unbox & Discover 2021 event.

According to a SamMobile report, the South Korean tech giant has announced the date for its Unbox & Discovery 2021 event. During this conference, the company aims to “share its vision” for new and innovative products, which will “redefine the role of the TV.” The brand aims to achieve this through the use of cutting edge technology and beautiful design. Furthermore, the company also aims at announcing new partnerships during the upcoming virtual event, which will be be streamed on Samsung.com and YouTube.

At the moment, it is unknown which TVs or new screen technologies Samsung will be unveiling at the Unbox & Discovery 2021 event. Although, the company might reveal new entries that feature its LED, QLED, or even its Neo QLEDs for the 2021 lineup. Previously, the company’s display unit had also unveiled a 90Hz OLED panel for laptops, and is also set to launch QD-OLED (OLED panels with Quantum Dot technology) for TVs launching later this year.

Unfortunately, that is all we have to go on for now. So stay tuned for more, as we will be covering the event and providing updates when additional information is available. The live stream will be broadcasted at 10 AM EST, so you can check that out as well on 2nd March 2021.

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Original Xiaomi Mi Backpack 10L (Black) is just $7.99 for a day

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Feb 18, 2021

Gearbest is giving out an amazing super deal on Original Xiaomi Mi Backpack 10L (Black). The backpack which sells at around $13 is available for $7.99 for the next 5 hours only.

The original Xiaomi Mi Backpack is known for its aesthetic design and superior quality. Made with 100% polyester microfibre, the backpack is lightweight and durable and the water-repellent shell fabric makes it ideal for your rainy adventures. The unisex design comes with one large pock big enough to carry your laptops, books, clothes, etc, and 3 small side pockets large enough to hold your umbrella, water bottle, wallet, mini pad, phone, keys, lights, etc. The front pocket is ergonomically designed for easy and quick use without removing the backpack from your shoulders. Additional features like anti-wrinkle, water-resistant, and foldable make this backpack perfect for your travel, adventure sports, work, school, and university needs.

The original Xiaomi Mi Backpack 10L is perfect for almost all your needs and comes in 10 different colors. However, today’s deal is applicable only on the black color variant. For the next 5 hours, Gearbest is selling this backpack for $7.99 only. The original backpack is being shipped from the China Warehouse and there is no additional shipping cost to specific areas.

You have got only a few hours left on this super deal. So grab your backpack now.

Sony faces a class action lawsuit over the PlayStation 5 Controller

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Sean

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Feb 18, 2021

Sony is being sued and accused of consumer fraud over its PlayStation 5 Controller. The company is facing a class action lawsuit after numerous users experienced issues with their PS5 DualSense controller.

According to an AndroidHeadlines report, many consumers have been facing an issue with the controller and its functioning. Over the course of the last couple of months, many users have been facing an issue known as ‘drift.’ For those unaware, drift is an issue where the joysticks of the controllers malfunction. This, in turn, causes unintentional movement or shift in camera angles without any input from the user. Meaning, one can face issues during gameplay due to these unwanted inputs from the faulty controller.

A similar problem was also observed with the Nintendo Switch, so users that were initially facing the issue were quick to catch on to the problem they were facing. The first reports regarding the potential Sony lawsuit had first appeared last week. Back then, the law firm involved was only gathering information from affected consumers and now, they are moving forward with the lawsuit.

The goal of the lawsuit being brought against the company that is over consumer fraud, aims to have the Japanese tech giant offer free replacements. Unfortunately, this does not imply that those that purchased a PS5 will receive a new DualSense controller for free, rather, only those who opted into the class action lawsuit will receive a new controller, if the lawsuit is successful. Furthermore, the legal course also seeks damages for potential out of pocket expenses as well, to reimburse those who might have purchased a new controller.

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Realme GT 5G tipped to feature 160Hz display, 125W charging, Global launch confirmed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 18, 2021

Earlier today, Realme confirmed that it will be launching the Realme GT 5G smartphone in China on March 4. The launch poster hinted that the major attractions of the Realme GT include a high refresh rate display, a powerful chipset, and faster charging. Soon after the official confirmation, leakster Abhishek Yadav revealed a few key features of the smartphone.

Citing information received from a source in China, the tipster claimed that the Realme GT 5G has an OLED screen that offers a refresh rate of 160Hz. Brands like ASUS, Lenovo, Vivo, Xiaomi, and ZTE have launched a couple of phones with 144Hz refresh rate supporting displays. By launching the Realme GT, Realme could become the first brand to launch a smartphone with a 160Hz screen. The leakster revealed that the phone will support 125W fast charging aka UltraDart technology.

Realme Race RMX2202 — Realme GT’s TENAA images

The same information was previously shared by tipster Ice Universe in the previous month. The leak had claimed that the device has a 6.81-inch OLED 160Hz screen that offers 3200 x 1440 pixels, a 64-megapixel + 13-megapixel + 13-megapixel triple camera system, a 5,000mAh battery with 125W charging support, Snapdragon 888 SoC, 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to 512 GB of RAM, and Realme UI 2.0 based Android 11 OS. It is expected to arrive in glass and leather back options.

The global #realmeRace has begun! Unveiling #realmeGT. Can you guess the specs that make this next-gen performance flagship run? pic.twitter.com/4PqG4d2AVN

— realme Europe (@realmeeurope) February 18, 2021

In related news, Realme Europe has started teasing the arrival of the Realme GT 5G. Hence, it appears that apart from China, Europe will also receive the smartphone soon. The handset is expected to land in India soon.

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