Before the ban by the US, Huawei was one of TSMC’s biggest clients, in fact, the second biggest after Apple. Thus, the directive by the US government stopping all companies utilizing US technology from shipping components to Huawei was expected to affect TSMC’s revenue. However, that didn’t turn out to be the case as the world’s largest contract semiconductor foundry may have gotten more than enough clients that the absence of Huawei isn’t noticeable.
The Taiwanese Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is reportedly having more customers that it needs to hike production. A report by the Asian Times hints that the company is planning to deploy over a thousand engineers to its factory in Tainan’s Southern Taiwan Science Park in order to increase production. The extra workforce is expected to lead to an increase in its 5nm capacity from 60,000-70,000 wafers per month to 120,000 wafers per month.
Most of TSMC’s orders are for 5nm chips that are used on the latest flagship SoCs around like the Snapdragon 888. The 5nm chips come with a larger transistor density and transistor count which give them more power and energy-efficiency compared to older chips. TSMC presently manufactures 5nm chips for Apple, MediaTek, AMD, and Qualcomm. The last supply of 5nm chip to Huawei was in the middle of September 2020 after which it stopped taking orders from the Chinese tech giant due to the US embargo.
The surge in 5nm chip order ensured the loss of Huawei didn’t affect the company’s revenue.
realme is all set to bring an affordable 5G smartphone to India with the Narzo 30 series. The devices will debut in the country on February 24. Ahead of the launch next week, the Narzo 30A has appeared on Geekbench with MediaTek Helio G85 chipset.
A realme device with model number RMX3171 appears on Geekbench as reported by Nashville Chatter Class. The chipset running the show belongs to MediaTek MT6769V/CZ. This corresponds to the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset that was present on the Narzo 20 back then.
Also, the RMX3171 has already been spotted on NBC certification and it gives away the Narzo 30A moniker. Anyway, the Geekbench listing also shows that the device runs Android 10 which, although is a bit old, is ok considering the new realme X7 flagship devices also run the same OS.
Moving on, the device in testing seems to run on 4GB RAM, and if it becomes the base model, should be a relief for the users. The Narzo 20A launched in 2020 began with 3GB RAM and an upgrade is always welcome nonetheless.
We aren’t sure if realme would debut a Narzo 30 standard variant in the future but for next week, it has lined up the Narzo 30 Pro 5G and Narzo 30A. The specs of both the devices have already been leaked in their entirety.
Accordingly, the Narzo 30A will feature a Two-tone design in Black and Light Blue colors, a 6.5-inch display with a waterdrop notch(likely LCD). Other specs include a 13MP dual rear camera, 8MP front camera, 6,000mAh battery with 18W charging, fingerprint sensor on the back.
In late December 2020, Xiaomi launched Redmi 9 Power as a rebranded Redmi Note 9 4G in India. This smartphone debuted in two storage configurations. Now, almost two months later, the company is tipped to release a third memory variant.
Ishan Agarwal, one of the popular leakers on Twitter, has partnered with 91Mobiles to bring new info about the already official Redmi 9 Power. According to him, Xiaomi India will be launching a new higher storage variant of this handset.
The new version of Redmi 9 Power is reported to come with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. As far as price is concerned, it will be retailing for ₹12,999 in the country. For those unaware, the currently available 4GB + 64GB and 4GB + 128GB variants are sold for ₹10,999 and ₹11,999 in the country.
It is interesting to see Xiaomi bringing a 6GB RAM variant of Redmi 9 Power in India. Because this feature is one of the key differentiators of POCO M3, another phone from the Xiaomi group with the almost same set of specs.
Hence, with the same amount of RAM and an additional 8MP ultra-wide camera, the upcoming Redmi 9 Power 6GB + 128GB variant sounds like a better option. However, it will be ₹2,000 costlier than the POCO M3 6GB + 128GB model.
Some of the highlights of Redmi 9 Power include a 6.53-inch FHD+ LCD panel, Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 SoC, dual stereo speakers, MIUI 12 based on Android 10, 6,000mAh battery, 18W fast charging, and more.
Realme will be launching the Realme GT on March 4. Ahead of the launch, both Realme and AnTuTu have revealed the benchmarking scores of the smartphone. A recent leak revealed that the handset will be arriving in leather and glass back editions. A Chinese tipster has shared a leaked render that gives a glimpse of the so-called “Bumblebee” leather edition.
A glimpse of the Realme GT’s “Bumblebee” leather edition
Around 10 AM (local time) in China today, Realme CMO Xu Qi shared a screenshot of the AnTuTu listing of the Realme GT (RMX2202). It revealed that the phone scored 770,221 points. Such a high core attracted the attention of netizens and the media.
Then around 11:40 AM (local time), AnTuTu shared a screengrab of the benchmarks tests that it carried out on the smartphone. The handset scored 688,602 and revealed specs like a 120Hz refresh rate, 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, Android 11 OS, and Snapdragon 888 mobile platform.
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Realme GT Snapdragon 888, UFS 3.1 and LPDDR5 RAM
AnTuTu claimed that it could only find one model (a different phone) with a score of under 700K and they were confused about how Realme could announce 770,221 as the official score. Since there was a good difference between the two AnTuTu scores, it reached out to Realme to know the answer. The company responded that AnTuTu may have used an early engineering prototype of the Realme GT to get a 688K score. The benchmarking platform said it will conduct actual tests on Realme GT once it releases in the market.
Around two hours later, Xu Qi shared another screenshot of the AnTuTu listing of Realme GT. This time the device scored 767,137. He claimed that this score was achieved by running the phone at room temperature. He added that he will not reveal how due to confidentiality reasons.
In related news, Realme GT was expected to arrive at 125W fast charging support. However, the 3C certification of RMX2202 revealed that it could be shipping with a 65W fast charger.
Last month, Samsung launched the Galaxy A32 5G as its most affordable 5G smartphone to date. This device is also expected to get a 4G variant. Ahead of its release, the handset’s press renders have now leaked in two colors.
Earlier this month, the upcoming Galaxy A32 4G was tipped to arrive in four colors by Sudhanshu Ambhore, an Indian leakster on Twitter. The same person has now shared this phone’s press renders in White and Black colors.
As per the images and his tweet, the Galaxy A32 4G will come with an Infinity-U display, instead of the Infinity-V LCD panel as found on the Galaxy A32 5G. Also, interestingly, the power button looks to be too small to house a fingerprint sensor.
This suggests the Samsung Galaxy A32 4G may flaunt a Super AMOLED panel with an in-screen fingerprint sensor, just like its predecessors (Galaxy A31, Galaxy A30s). Anyway, it’s just speculation from our end, and therefore, consider this take with a pinch of salt.
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Samsung Galaxy A32 4G
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As for other specs, apart from a different SoC, MediaTek Helio G85 to be exact, we expect this smartphone to be released with the exact same set of features as the already official 5G counterpart.
Hence, it should have a 48MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 5MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) quad-camera setup, 13MP selfie camera, One UI 3.0 based on Android 11, a 5,000mAh battery with support for 15W fast charging, and more.
Vivo discreetly announced the Vivo S7t smartphone. It debuted as the first phone from the brand with Dimensity 820 chipset. A fresh leak reveals that Vivo may announce a phone named Vivo S9e alongside the Vivo S9 smartphone on March 6 in China. The Vivo S9e could be the second Dimensity 820 SoC-powered phone from the brand.
The tipster revealed that the Vivo S9e is equipped with a Samsung AMOLED screen of 6.44 inches. The waterdrop notch display produces a refresh rate of 90Hz. It has a 32-megapixel Samsung GD1 lens as a primary camera.
The rear shell of the Vivo S9e features a 64-megapixel triple camera setup. The tipster has speculated that the Dimensity 820 powered smartphone may come with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of storage. The device could be backed by a 4,100mAh battery that supports 33W Flash Charge technology.
Vivo V2072A phone is expected to debut as teh Vivo S9 in China next month
The Vivo S9e could be the Vivo V2048A smartphone that was seen at Geekbench last month. The listing revealed that the phone is equipped with the Dimensity 820 chipset, 8 GB of RAM, and Android 11 OS. In the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, the handset scored 652 and 2525 points, respectively.
Vivo is yet to confirm the arrival of the Vivo S9 series. There is a possibility that the company may confirm its launch date in the coming week. Rumors are rife that the Vivo S9 could be arriving as the world’s first phone powered by the 6nm Dimensity 1100 chipset. It is expected to arrive with other specs like a 90Hz screen, a 44-megapixel dual selfie camera system, a 64-megapixel primary camera, 12 GB of RAM, a 4,000mAh battery, 33W fast charging, and Android 11 OS.
The Redmi Note 8 was one of the best budget smartphones of its time. The device debuted with MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 Pie. It was later updated to MIUI 11 and MIUI 12. The handset even got Android 10. Now, as promised, the company has started rolling out the Android 11 update for this phone.
In December 2020, Xiaomi confirmed the Android 11 update for some of its 2019 smartphones. For those unaware, the firm is known for delivering only a single Android update for budget devices. But to everyone’s surprise, the popular Redmi Note 8 series was also included in this new list.
Hence, the vanilla Redmi Note 8 is now receiving the Android 11 update in China with build number V12.0.1.0.RCOCNXM. The update is currently in the ‘Stable Beta’ phase and therefore, it is only available for select users in the country.
Anyway, it should be made available for all the users in the coming days. Similarly, the international versions of this phone running regional MIUI build, namely Global, India, Indonesia, and EEA should also get it soon.
Further, we can also expect Xiaomi to seed the Android 11 update for the Redmi Note 8T, which is basically the same handset but with NFC. This device runs three different regional MIUI builds like Global, EEA, and Russia.
Having said that, the Redmi Note 8 has so far received two MIUI and Android updates each. Going by Xiaomi’s track record, MIUI 13 could be the last major update for this smartphone.
Since last month, Nubia has been teasing on the arrival of the Red Magic 6. Reports have revealed that the Red Magic 6 could be arriving in a Pro and a lighter version in China. Today, the company confirmed that the Red Magic 6 will be breaking cover on March 4 in China.
The official poster shown below was shared by Nubia President Ni Fei. According to him, the Red Magic 6 has four major features such as display, fast charge, touch, and fan and its performance are comparable to F1 cars. The launch event will kick off at 7 PM on March 4.
A reliable tipster from China claimed that the Red Magic 6 will come with a display that will offer a refresh rate of 144Hz and a touch sampling rate of 480Hz. As it is already known, the smartphone will carry support for 120W fast charging, and it is expected to feature a better-performing centrifugal fan. A recent report had revealed that the smartphone will be equipped with a completely revamped cooling system.
Apart from a “strengthened” fan, the Red Magic 6 will also feature a 9-axis spatial sensor for tracking the phone’s movement in different directions. Recent reports have revealed that the company is collaborated with Tencent Games to bring improved gaming experience.
The two variants of the Nubia Red Magic 6 that were recently certified by the 3C authority of China are NX669J and NX669J-P. The former was spotted with a 66W charger, whereas the latter seems to be a Pro model as it was seen with a 120W charger. A previously released posted by the brand revealed that the Red Magic 6 will be fueled by the Snapdragon 888 mobile platform.
Apple is aggressively pushing to diversify its production lined for the iPhone, iPad, and others from China. The company already manufactures some iPhone models in India but there are reports that Apple is looking at moving some of its production to India.
A report by Reuters says the US company is lobbying the Indian government to reach a fair deal that could see the iPads get manufactured in India for the first time. The report indicated that the Indian government was planning to roll out an incentive program that aimed at boosting the country’s computer export and that is something Aple is interest in. However, the Cupertino-based company is reportedly looking to negotiate a better deal.
According to Reuters, Apple is expected to dole out an initial budgetary sum of up to Rs. 70 billion ($964 million) over five years. The company is reportedly asking for that to be almost tripled to Rs. 200 billion. This is partly due to concerns that the Indian supply chain lacks the required capacityto meet up Apple’s demand.
As stated earlier, Apple already manufactures some iPhone models in India since 2018, in reaction to a government policy that imposes high tariffs on imported phones and other products. This is part of the “Make in India” initiative which is designed to grow local content. Also, Apple is increasing lookig to move its entire production out of China. A report by Asian Nikkei indicated that the US company was planning to move some iPad production to Vietnam this year. It was noted that this would be the first time such would be happening anywhere else.
Reuters quotes persons familiar with the matter to have disclosed that there is a strong possibility that iPads assembly will shift to India “as early as this year” and one of Apple’s present contractors will handle the assembly. As the moment, Apple has contractual agreements with Foxconn, Pegatron and Wistron in India. We doubt if Wistron would be responsible for that considering the dust generated by its work conditions recently which necessitated an investigation by Apple.
A new HMD Global entry-level went global: the Nokia 3.4. Among the countries in which the new budget phone made its debut, there is India, but the compact Nokia 3.4 has a lot of rivals in the nation. One of them is surely the Realme C15, a best-seller with amazing specifications offered at an incredibly affordable price. Is Nokia still able to compete with one of the fastest-growing brands in the whole tech world? This comparison between Nokia 3.4 and Realme C15 will show you all the main pros and cons of these two budget phones and tell you which one is the most suitable for your needs.
If you want the most modern and original design, then Nokia 3.4 might be a better choice for you. While the Realme C15 comes with a waterdrop notch, the Nokia 3.4 has a punch-hole design making it more futuristic. Further, the design of the back cover is more original with that circular camera module, even though not everyone may like it. Further, the Nokia 3.4 is a more compact phone, it is even thinner and lighter than the Realme C15. Both the handsets feature a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and a plastic unibody design.
Display
The displays of the Nokia 3.4 and Realme C15 are pretty disappointing for those who need great image quality, but you can hardly get better panels with entry-level phones. These handsets feature classic IPS panels with HD+ resolutions. The Nokia 3.4 has a smaller display with a 6.39-inch diagonal, while Realme C15 is bigger with its 6.5-inch display. If you are a power user, the Realme C15 is more comfortable for you, while if you are an average user, you might like the Nokia 3.4 more due to its compact size making it more usable with one hand and better to keep in a pocket.
Specs & Software
The Nokia 3.4 is fueled by the Snapdragon 460 mobile platform, while the Nokia 3.4 has a MediaTek Helio G35 chipset. The Snapdragon 460 is actually more powerful than the Helio G35 and, with both the phones featuring up to 4 GB of RAM, the Nokia 3.4 wins the performance comparison. On the other hand, with the Realme C15, you can get more internal storage: up to 128 GB. The Nokia 3.4 has a user interface close to stock Android which will get supported in the long term just like all the other smartphones released by HMD Global.
Camera
The Realme C15 houses a more complete camera department than Nokia 3.4. But there is only one important difference between these two phones’ cameras. We are talking about the 8 MP ultrawide lens with a viewing angle of 119 degrees you can find onboard the Realme C15: you do not get it with the Nokia 3.4. For the rest, they are almost the same: the rear cameras include a 13 MP main sensor and a pair of sensors with 2 MP resolutions for macros and depth. As the selfie camera, you get an 8 MP front snapper.
A key difference between the Realme C15 and Nokia 3.4 is the battery. The former packs a huge 6000 mAh battery which can last more than three days with moderate usage. Nokia 3.4 is still a good battery phone with its 4000 mAh battery, but it can not compete with the Realme C15 which is actually one of the best battery phones out there. Further, the Realme C15 has 18W fast charging, while Nokia 3.4 does not support fast charging.
Price
Realme C15 is available with street prices up to Rs. 8,999 / $124 in India, while Nokia 3.4 costs Rs. 11,999 / $165 in the 4/64 GB configuration. If we exclude the hardware, the software, and the compact dimensions of the Nokia 3.4, the Realme C15 is actually a superior device with its wider display, better camera department, and huge battery with fast charging support.
Samsung launched the Galaxy S20 FE (4G and 5G) in late September 2020. It is a cheaper alternative to the standard Galaxy S20 with a much better value. Since its release, this device has been on offer from time to time across the world. It has once again received a hefty discount in the US.
The South Korean tech giant debuted the Galaxy S20 FE 5G 8GB + 128GB variant for $699.99 in the US. This variant of the handset has been now discounted by $100 on Amazon. Hence, interested customers can get this phone for only $599.99.
It is worth noting that the model on offer is unlocked and hence, buyers can insert the supported SIM of their choice. Also, the discount is applicable on all the six colors, namely Cloud Navy, Cloud White, Cloud Red, Cloud Green, Cloud Orange, and Cloud Lavender.
Additionally, buyers can also get the Galaxy Buds Pro in Black color for only $99.99 ($100 off) by checking it out along with the Galaxy S20 FE 5G. That said, the higher 256GB variant of the handset, which comes only in Cloud Navy color option is marked as temporarily out of stock.
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G launched with One UI 2.5 based on Android 10. The phone was later updated to Android 11-based One UI 3.0. It is currently receiving One UI 3.1 update after being pulled back last week.
A few days back, in a massive escalation of the brewing tensions between Facebook and the Australian government, the social networking company effectively banned all news content that originated from Australia from being seen by Aussies. This was a direct response to the new law that sought to compel Facebook and others to pay publishers for news content displayed on their platforms.
The ban seriously affected many government agencies and departments, who were unable to provide information to the public on relevant issues of concern. The fire department, the postal authority, and several other departments had to bear the brunt of the shut-out.
The ripples trailing the action of Facebook to ban news content in Australia has started reverberating, as the government has responded by claiming that the action of Facebook had severely endangered public safety, even as the country continues to tackle the coronavirus pandemic.
The government, through a high-ranking official, Josh Frydenberg, stated that the government will not sit idly as Facebook attempts to bully Australia to tow its line by jettisoning the new legislation. Frydenberg claimed that public safety was gravely trampled upon by the action of Facebook, as persons seeking information on vaccines for the COVID-19 were unable to get it because of the news shut down by Facebook.
The information blackout is projected to have affected millions of Australians who rely on most of these government pages for vital information and warnings on different aspects that enhance public safety. Although the position of Facebook was to ban content from news publishers, several of these public institutions and agencies were the ones that took a huge hit by the action, even though they may not be considered as news producers in the actual sense.
Although Facebook had issued a statement that all accounts that were wrongfully affected by the ban would be restored, there are reports that the shut-out still persists at this moment in some areas, while most of the public pages including those of health facilities had been restored.
BW-AS3 is an incredibly powerful speaker with 360-degree stereo sound which gives you an immersive audio experience. This wireless speaker with its incredibly powerful audio brings alive your movies and music. The powerful bass and polished tones enrich your music and enliven your musical experience.
The Bluetooth speaker comes with an NFC function, thereby seamlessly and effortlessly connecting to your device. Also, a massive 12000mAh battery ensures 20 hours of average playtime with 6 hours of charging.
This uber-stylish wireless speaker is not just powerful but also aesthetically pleasing. Blitzwolf BW-AS3 70W 12000mAh Wireless Speaker which retails at $120 is available for a limited period at $89.99 from the CZ warehouse via the EU priority line. The offer is valid only till stock lasts. So grab your speakers asap before it goes out of stock.
The world’s first night-vision 5G rugged phone – Ulefone Armor 11 5G is all set to go on sale this month. Ulefone has been a predominant player in bringing rugged smartphones into the market. And, the Armor 11 5G is no different featuring IP68/IP69K protection for dust/water, and meets MIL-STD-810G certification.
While we don’t have the exact launch date, Ulefone is running a giveaway campaign for the Armor 11 5G ahead of its release. If luck is on your side, you can get a free Ulefone Armor 11 5G or an Ulefone Watch. For more information about the Armor 11 5G and giveaway, you may visit here.
Since most of you might be unversed, the Ulefone Armor 11 5G rugged smartphone is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 800 5G paired with 8GB RAM and 256GB Internal Memory. The device packs a Penta rear camera led by a 48MP Sony IMX582 primary sensor. One among the four remaining sensors is a night-vision module with 20MP in resolution. While in the front houses a 16MP selfie camera.
The Armor 11 5G features a 6.1-inch waterdrop display guaranteeing an immersive visual experience. The beast boasts a massive 5200mAh battery, so you shouldn’t have to worry more about the battery getting over so soon. Needless to say, it does offer features like a quad navigation system, NFC, fingerprint & face biometric authentication, etc.
Once again, for more information about the Armor 11 5G and the ongoing giveaway contest, you may visit here.
Earlier today, Singapore’s IMDA listing revealed that Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite will likely get a 5G variant. Now, the device has also been spotted on FCC revealing more Specs and Features.
According to the FCC listing, a Xiaomi device with M2101K9G appears on the FCC database. A similar model number M2101K9AG will debut as the 4G LTE version of the Mi 11 Lite courtesy of several certifications like FCC, NBTC, and more.
Anyway, the listing with Model number (M2101K9G) reveals that the device will likely come in 6GB +128GB, 8GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 256GB storage variants. Along with this, we can also expect the device to feature a 4,150mAh battery with 33W fast charging, run MIUI 12 out of the box.
For connectivity, the device will support 5G NR, NFC, 4G LTE with CA(Carrier Aggregation), Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, GLONASS. While the listing doesn’t give any differences about the chipsets, rumors are rife that Mi 11 Lite 5G would darn an unannounced Snapdragon SD7350 chipset(could be 775).
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Other expected features include a Triple-camera setup with a 64MP main lens, 8MP ultra-wide, and a 5MP macro sensor. The 4G variants, on the other hand, could feature a different setup and boast a Snapdragon 720G chipset.
Further, the Mi 11 Lite will likely sport an LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate but let’s wait for the official confirmation. Although it did not launch alongside the Mi 11 Globally as expected, the FCC listings hint that the formal launch of Mi 11 Lite isn’t far away now.
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 | 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 | 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).
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 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.
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.
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.
OnePlus Band Power Music Bundle
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.
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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