A new update is rolling out to the Amazfit GTR 2 and Amazfit GTS 2 smartwatches. The update brings new features to the two watches, with the key one being support for more sports modes.
According to an official Weibo post, the update is currently available only for Android users. The iOS update has been delayed as it has not yet passed the iOS app store review as a result of the Thanksgiving Holiday in the US. The update arrives as version 5.6.0 for Android and has already been reviewed by the various Android app stores.
Huami says the update brings a new motion recognition function. It also increases the number of supported sports modes to 90. The manufacturer had promised during the launch of the two watches that an update will increase the supported sports modes from 12 to 90.
Users will also be able to edit the list of supported sports modes so that they can bring their favorite sports to the top of the list. The changelog also says that the smartwatches will not light up every time a new message alert comes in.
This new update is the third firmware update for the Amazfit GTS 2 and Amazfit GTR 2 since they were announced in September. The two watches have AMOLED displays but of different shapes and sizes – a 1.65-inch rectangular display for the GTS 2 and a 1.39-inch circular display for the GTR 2.
Both watches have 4GB of storage (3GB for the global version), built-in GPS+GLONASS, a SpO2 sensor, a heart rate sensor, XiaoAI voice assistant (Alexa for the global version), NFC, and a battery life of up to 7 days for the Amazfit GTS and up to 14 days for the Amazfit GTR. The two watches are priced at $179.
Nokia 5.4 is likely to launch very soon and the design, colors, and possible specs of it have already been leaked. Now, a fresh report by Nokiamob.net says that the price of the Nokia 5.4 has been tipped by Australia’s retailers.
The Nokia 5.4 has been reported to have a screen similar to that of the Nokia 3.4 pictured above
According to the report(via MSP), Nokia’s retailers like Acquire, Aus Shop IT have listed Nokia 5.4 name in Blue, and Purple colors. Although the listing doesn’t have any renders, colors corroborates with the earlier leak. Moving on, the Aus Shop IT goes a step above and lists the 4GB RAM, 128GB Purple variant for AUD 349($257/₹19,018). However, Acquire lists the same variant for AUD371($273/₹20,176).
To compare, going by the name, it’s predecessor Nokia 5.3 launched for EUR 189($225) in Europe and ₹13,999 in India. That said, the new listing could just be a placeholder, hence, let’s wait for the official launch. Either way, the device will be an upgrade at least in terms of performance. According to reports, it will sport a display with a punch-hole design.
The size will, however, be similar to the Nokia 3.4(likely a 6.39-inch display) which is down from 6.55-inch on Nokia 5.3. Considering the price, and the lineup, we can expect it to be an HD+ (720p) display. Under the hood, it will feature a processor faster than Snapdragon 665 SoC on the Nokia 5.3. For cameras, you can expect the same quad-rear layout from the predecessor but we don’t want to jinx it’s performance yet.
Other basic features like 4G support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, 3.5mm audio jack, a base 4GB RAM/ 64GB storage model, and more likely to return. If reports are true, the device will probably launch alongside the Nokia 7.3 5G next month. And hence, let’s wait for more details as we inch closer to the launch.
Motorola just launched the Moto G 5G in India, where it is one of the most affordable 5G smartphones. It is one of the few phones able to offer 5G connectivity with a high value for money. But it has a few important rivals released in the same period. A few days ago, Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 9 5G, while Realme came up with the Realme 7 5G. Are you wondering which one is the best low-end 5G phone out there? This comparison will let you find out by highlighting the differences between their main specifications.
Realme 7 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G vs Motorola Moto G 5G
Triple 48 + 8 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.2 and f/2.4
13 MP f/2.3 front camera
Triple 48 + 8 + 2 MP f/1.7, f/2.2 and f/2.4
16 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY
5000 mAh, fast charging 30W
5000 mAh
Fast charging 18W
5000 mAh, Fast charging 20W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Dual SIM slot, 5G
Dual SIM slot, 5G
Dual SIM slot, 5G
Design
Unfortunately, none of these devices offers a premium design. In each case, you get a plastic body. But the Realme 7 5G is actually more attractive because it has a better look, more compact dimensions, and a thinner design, as well as a lighter body. It is not so compact if we compare it to the Redmi Note 9 5G, but there is a marginal difference. The camera module looks more beautiful and the phone features a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, unlike the Motorola Moto G 5G which comes with a rear-mounted sensor. Redmi Note 9 5G and Realme 7 5G offer minimum protection against water and weather, while Motorola Moto G 5G does not seem to.
Display
The most interesting display is the one found on the Realme 7 5G for a simple reason: it supports a high 120 Hz refresh rate. In each case, you get an IPS panel, but the Realme 7 5G is the only one to offer a high refresh rate. On the other hand, the Motorola Moto G 5G has the LTPS technology and the HDR10 certification providing a better image quality in several scenarios. The Redmi Note 9 5G has just a classic IPS panel with no additional technologies making it better than its rivals.
Hardware/Software
The best chipset belongs to the Motorola Moto G 5G: we are talking about the Snapdragon 750G mobile platform running at a 2.2 GHz frequency. But the Motorola Moto G 5G does not win the hardware comparison. The Realme 7 5G is equipped with a Dimensity 800U chipset which is slightly inferior to the Snapdragon 750G, but it packs more RAM: up to 8 GB. The Redmi Note 9 5G has the same hardware setup as the Realme 7 5G, but it comes in a version with 256 GB of native storage, while you get a max of 128 GB with the Realme 7 5G. All the handsets run Android 10 out of the box.
Camera
The Realme 7 5G has more rear cameras: it features an additional 2 MP sensor for macros. But the Motorola Moto G 5G has a brighter focal aperture for its main sensor (f/1.7). This may result in better photos with low light conditions. A better main sensor counts more than a secondary camera sensor, for overall photo quality. But it depends on your needs. The Redmi Note 9 5G loses the camera comparison.
Battery
The battery capacity of Redmi Note 9 5G, Motorola Moto G 5G, and Realme 7 5G is exactly the same: 5000 mAh. Their battery life is similar unless you use the 120 Hz refresh rate on the Realme 7 5G. The Realme 7 5G features a faster charging technology with 30W power.
Price
Redmi Note 9 5G is priced at about €204/$243 in China, Realme 7 5G starts from €229/$273 globally, and Moto G 5G costs about €200/$238 in India. Despite the great camera and display of the Motorola Moto G 5G, my choice would be the Realme 7 5G mainly due to its higher refresh rate, followed by the faster charging technology. But there are just marginal differences between the specifications of these devices, so it is also a matter of taste.
The Redmi AirDots 2 was announced in June as the third pair of TWS earbuds from Redmi. Back in April, Redmi had announced the AirDots S as an upgraded version of the first-gen AirDots. Now, a new model, the Redmi AirDots 3, is on the way and it has been certified by the Bluetooth SIG.
The Redmi AirDots 3 was spotted on the Bluetooth SIG website today. The certification page reveals the pair of TWS earbuds has the model number TWSEJ08LS and will connect via Bluetooth 5.0.
Another important info that the certificate reveals is that the Redmi AirDots 3 will also launch as the Redmi True Buds 2 Pro. It should not be surprising that the product will launch under a different name as that has become a norm for Xiaomi and Redmi products that are sold in different regions. What is surprising is that there isn’t even a pair of TWS earbuds called the Redmi True Buds, so a second-gen Pro model is even more surprising.
There is no info on the design and features of the upcoming earbuds. Redmi has not changed the design of its earbuds since the first generation and there is a chance it may eventually do so now. Nevertheless, we expect the new model to come with improved audio quality, better battery life, and maybe even active noise cancelation.
OnePlus launched the OnePlus Buds Wireless earbuds alongside the OnePlus Nord, the company’s second mid-range smartphone in 5 years. Sadly, both the products seem to have caught up in a world of issues of their own. OnePlus Nord has had multiple bugs so far and if numbers are anything to go by, the OnePlus Buds’ issue might turn never-ending.
As reported by Android Police, several uses have taken to OnePlus’ Forums to express what’s going on with OnePlus Buds. Accordingly, users say that the left earbuds of the OnePlus Buds suddenly stops working. And trying methods like repairing, resetting, disconnecting doesn’t seem to work.
While some users have got replacement units, a few of them report that the replacement units are also having the same issue. The aforementioned reports indicate that the issue might just be beyond a software bug. Anyway, the thread, which was opened way back in September 15, is getting submissions as latest as November.
Besides, a user on September 30 has reported that the issue could be due to a firmware issue. And that he was able to bring it back on after reconnecting it before noticing it again. Additionally, other users mentioned above felt that the left earbud had its touch, and sensors work despite the audio going kaput.
To top it off, a user has reported to Android Police that it isn’t a firmware issue. Consequently, a post on the forum mentions that a OnePlus support assistant had a chat with him. That is, after his 2nd replacement unit failed, the assistant goes on to say that it’s a hardware defect.
In any case, the issue seems to be creeping up for a lot of users and we really hope that OnePlus fixes this or makes an official statement soon. If you are someone who is facing the same issue, do let us know your experience in the comments below.
Xiaomi launched theRedmi Note 9 series including the Redmi Note9 Pro 5G in China On November 26. This is a tweaked version of the Mi 10T Lite in Europe. Now, a device with a similar model number likely for India has appeared on Google Play Supported devices list. Let’s find out which device is probably going to debut in the country.
Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite 5G
As noted by Mukul Sharma, Google Play Supported devices list shows a device with codename ‘gauguininpro’ and model number ‘M2007J17I’ underXiaomi. Here the ‘in’ and “I” probably denotes that it’s an Indian variant as usual. Further, it is listed as Mi 10i. Now to find out which device this could be, have a look at the model numbers below:
Previously, two Xiaomi devices withcodename gauguin and gauguinpro were spotted on MIUI 12 code back in July. Accordingly, these had the model number ‘J17’ and as per the firmware at that time, XDA had reported that two versions- ‘gauguinpro’, and ‘gauguin’ with 108MP, and 64MP cameras will launch in China, and India & Global markets respectively.
Although XDA considered it as an incorrect listing, Cut back to September, theMi 10TLite debuts Globally with a 64MP camera. A few months later, a device with model number M2007J17C & 108MP camera, has landed recently in China asRedmi Note9 Pro 5G. And just like early reports, both the devices are similar with a major difference in camera.
All this, along with the ‘M2007J17I’ listing and Mi 10i name suggests that the device could be a rebadged Mi 10T Lite from Europe. And even though ‘gauguininpro’ and 64MP here appears contradictory, we feel Xiaomi might skip the 108MP variant for India. That is, it can place the device both as a watered-down variant of the Mi 10. And not jeopardize the Mi 10T series in the process.
Besides, even if Xiaomi were to launch Mi 10i as a budget 5G device with a 108MP camera to compete with the likes of OnePlus, Realme, Motorola, they would be jeopardizing their own Redmi brand. The latter generally operates between the 6k-25k segment. That said, considering it’s just a listing, let’s wait for more info in the coming future.
Mi 10i Specifications(Expected)
Either way, apart from the main Camera sensor, we can expect similar features like a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz LCD display, QualcommSnapdragon 750G 5G SoC, circular rear camera layout, 16MP selfie shooter, 4,820mAh battery with33W fast charging.
What’s after, Black Friday? If you ask an engaged shopper, the answer would probably be “Cyber Monday”. Indeed, these are the days when the market will be flourished with offers and discounts on products and services. We looted a bunch on Black Friday and we’re back with Cyber Monday offers prevailing now in the Amazon U.K/U.S for smartwatches.
Now it’s time to have a look at some of the best smartwatches for you with the discount that you can’t resist. It’s pertinent to mention here, some deals are applicable for U.K./Europe while others are for the U.S. market. The CyberMonday deals are available only for a limited time, so act quick and save some bucks. Also, make sure to tap the respective Amazon link depending on your region.
Cyber Monday Deals on Smartwatches
Fossil Men’s Gen 5 Touchscreen Smartwatch: £298.9 £167.5, Save 45% Amazon U.K. | $295 $179, Save 40% Amazon U.S.
Fossil Women’s Gen 4 Smartwatch with WearOS by Google: £249 £117, Save 53% Amazon U.K | $275 $195, Save 30% Amazon U.S.
Garmin 010-01746-00 Forerunner 935: £499 £349 Amazon U.K | $499 $269, Save 46% Amazon U.S.
Garmin Approach S60: £350.63 £239.5, Save 30% Amazon. U.K | $399.99 $259.99, Save 35% Amazon U.S.
Hope you’ve been able to find your next wearable in the above list. Similarly don’t miss to check out our exclusive Deal Section for extensive coverage of deals and offers on other products as a part of Cyber Monday.
Last week, Redmi, the sub-brand of Xiaomi launched an exclusive Redmi Note 9 series in China. This series consists of three models namely Redmi Note 9 4G, Redmi Note 9 5G, and Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G. A tweaked version of the first model has already debuted as POCO M3 in certain global markets. Now, according to new findings, the original Chinese phone with a different camera setup will be also launching as Redmi 9 Power in India and Redmi 9T in other international markets.
The POCO M3 launched earlier last week in Europe with a refreshing design. The same phone with a different rear design debuted as Redmi Note 9 4G a few days later. The former is currently restricted to Europe, whereas the latter is only available in China. But as per multiple findings, both of them will be soon made available in other markets as well.
The last model number in the above-list belongs to the Indian variant, which has been now listed on Google Play Console. Hence, we can expect it to launch soon in the country.
Lastly, MIUI 12 builds are only live for the Global and EEA versions of this handset. Therefore, the phone’s exact future availability is still a mystery except for India.
On the other hand, Redmi Note 4G is codenamed ‘lime’ and it comes with the following model numbers.
M2010J19SC
M2010J19SG
M2010J19ST
M2010J19SI
In the above list, the first model number is of the Chinese variant of this device, which is sold as Redmi Note 4G. This smartphone features a triple camera setup consisting of 48MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (depth).
The next three are of international variants and the last one, in particular, belongs to the Indian version. It was found in the Google Play Console database a few hours back and interestingly, it will be sold as Redmi 9 Power.
Whereas, the other two model numbers will launch as Redmi 9T. These three models will sport a quad-camera setup, unlike the Chinese variant. The only difference is that these two handsets will include an additional 2MP macro camera.
Having said that, POCO is yet to reveal the availability of POCO M3 for more markets. Similarly, Xiaomi/Redmi is yet to confirm launch dates for Redmi 9T and Redmi 9 Power.
The ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G was announced in China today. ZTE has focused on the design of the upper mid-range smartphone, making sure it is thin, light, and comfortable to hold.
The Blade 20 Pro 5G is covered in 3D glass on both sides and ZTE claims it makes it comfortable to hold. The phone is just 7.9 millimeters thick and is also pretty lightweight at 168 grams.
The phone has a 6.47-inch flexible curved AMOLED display with a waterdrop notch, a 2340 x 1080 resolution, and a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. Unfortunately, there is no high refresh rate. The notch in the display is home to a 20MP camera.
There is a Snapdragon 765G processor inside the phone and it is paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. There is a MicroSD card slot, so you users can add up to an additional 2TB of storage.
There are four cameras on the back of the phone arranged in a rectangular housing. The primary camera is a 64MP sensor and it comes along with an 8MP 120° ultrawide angle camera, a 2MP 4CM macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. ZTE says the phone can record in 4K at 60 frames per second. There is also image stabilization when you are recording with the main and ultra-wide cameras.
Inside the Blade 20 Pro 5G is a 4000mAh battery with support for Quick Charge 4+. The phone has liquid cooling to keep the temperature low during CPU-intensive tasks. It also has DTS:X Ultra, NFC, Bluetooth5.1, USB 3.1, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. ZTE ships it with MiFavor 10 based on Android 10 out of the box.
The ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G comes in a single color – Blue. At the moment, there is no info on the price of the device and its availability.
The shopping days are not over yet, as Gearbest is offering a CyberMonday discount on Poco X3 and M3 smartphones. The interested buyers can grab the smartphones with a discount of $8 by completing payment via Paypal. Poco recently launched the Poco M3 with some entry-level specifications at a super affordable price of $129 for a 4GB RAM + 64GB variant.
The Poco M3 is available via Gearbest in three different colors of Black, Blue, and Yellow. Xiaomi Poco M3 is available in two storage variants – 64GB and 128GB for the price of $129 and $149, respectively. However, the user can get an $8 discount on the checkout page which reduces the price to $121 and $141 while paying with Paypal.
Poco M3 comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset coupled with 4GB RAM. The smartphone carries a 6.53-inch FHD+ display with 2340 x 1080 pixels resolution, a 400 nits brightness, and a 1500:1 contrast ratio. A quad-rear camera sits on the rear side with a 48MP primary camera. It is accompanied by three other cameras including a 2MP sensor, a 2MP depth sensor, and an 8MP front camera.
Poco X3 is also available from Gearbest at the price of $209 for 6GB RAM + 64GB storage. While the users need to shell in $229 for a 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. It is available in Gray and Blue color options. The user can grab the device at an effective price of $201.
Poco X3 is powered with Snapdragon 732G SoC and coupled with 6GB RAM. There’s a massive 6.67-inch display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. The display offers a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth gaming. There’s a quad-rear camera featuring a 64MP primary camera, a 13MP wide-angle lens, a 2MP Macro camera, and a 2MP depth camera. There will be a 5160 mAh battery coupled with 33W fast charging.
A new report from South Korea has seemingly reinforced projections that Samsung‘s Galaxy S21 will be released in January 2021, and this high-end and flagship model will support the S Pen stylus.
South Korean news medium ET News says that Samsung Corp has ordered digitizers for the Galaxy S21 Ultra and mass production will commence shortly. Digitizers are sensors that are placed beneath the display of a device to ensure stylus compatibility.
There are indications that Samsung is in a rush to launch the next S series smartphones earlier than expected, as a move to counter Apple’s first 5G-enabled smartphone, the iPhone 12, and also have a share of the market. The company also wants to take advantage of the sanctions imposed by the US on Huawei, which has greatly hampered its capacity to meet its demand quotas.
The South Korean report also seems to confirm an earlier rumor that Samsung will begin the process for the replacement of the Note series with Galaxy S and Z smartphones this year.
Samsung is reportedly set to launch up to five foldable smartphones in 2021, with two or more of the foldable projected to offer S Pen integration. The company is reportedly mooting a new digitizer technology for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and will also increase the thickness of its display to enhance durability and better withstand the pressure from the stylus.
According to the grapevine, the Galaxy Note 21 will be unveiled together with the Z Fold 3 within the first half of 2021. The foldable phone release will likely dominate the waves and only one variant of the Note 21 is expected to be released.
The obvious strategy is apparently to remove from the spotlight, the next Note smartphone to be released in 2021, and possibly migrate existing Note users to the Galaxy S and Z flagships. Feelers are that Samsung will likely discontinue the Galaxy Note lineup in 2022 but there is a counter-rumor that that may not be the case. (via)
In a report monitored on Bloomberg, the U.S Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has denied approval for a proposal that would have allowed air passengers to make inflight voice calls using their smartphones. According to the report, Pilots and Flight Attendants were said to be “strongly opposed” to the idea.
In 2013, the FCC mooted a plan that would allow in-flight calls to take place above 3.05 km (about 10,000 feet) as obtainable in parts of Europe, but it resulted in a backlash by frequent flyers who envisioned their comfort will be affected by being forced to sit next to persons who make loud and long calls during trips. A critical segment of the US Congress also opposed the plan, insisting that if the proposal comes to effect, phone users in the middle of a flight could face air rage from other passengers on the same flight.
Furthermore, in 2017, FCC Chairman Ajit Pai, hinted that the agency would not grant approval for the proposal. He said, “Taking it (the proposal) off the table permanently will be a victory for Americans across the country who, like me, value a moment of quiet at 30,000 feet.”
Of course, in addition to keeping order in an aircraft, the restriction was in place to prevent mobile phones from interfering with the communications equipment and other gadgets used by pilots for flight controls, and navigation.
Also in 2017, Taylor Garland, spokesperson for the Association of Flight Attendants stated that “We are strongly against voice calls on planes.” A flight attendant in one of the Airlines stressed that it would be impossible for passengers on a flight to follow the flight attendant’s directions if the plane needed to be evacuated if calls were allowed on board.
While a passenger may not be able to send or receive calls in many commercial flights, some airlines like Jet Blue provide passengers with free Wi-Fi allowing them to send and receive text messages via an interface. (via)
A week ago, it was reported that Samsung had confirmed the Galaxy Z Fold3’s June 2021 launch. Later, it was said that the info was from a Samsung executive and not the company itself. Amidst this, a rumor now says that Samsung will retain the Z Fold2’s price for the next iteration.
As reported by Sammobile, a Twitter user @MauriQHD hints that the price of Galaxy Z Fold3 could cost the same as the Galaxy Z Fold2. Now, he has just tweeted “Z Fold3, same price atm(at the moment)”. Although he hasn’t mentioned it explicitly, it’s quite obvious that he is referring to the predecessor here(Z Fold2). If this happens, Samsung would school the other foldables that are lined up for 2021.
This is because, if you aren’t aware, Galaxy Z Fold2 launched at a very cheaper price tag($2,039) in India compared to the UK and China. And at that price, it offers quite a bit of features with reliability compared to the competition. It’s a no-brainer that Samsung has been leading the foldable market. Forecasts already say that the Galaxy Z Flip will be the best-selling foldable for 2020.
And it is already in plans to expand more for the next year. So just like this year, if Samsung manages to price Z Fold3 same as Z Fold2, it would be one of the popular devices in 2021. This is because reports say it is going to bring significant upgrades over the predecessor. Precisely, the device will feature an under-display(UD) camera, improved UTG glass with AES digitizer, S-Pen support, and more.
Anyway, the tipster asks us to take this info with a pinch of salt although the source has a 100% track record. This is understandable considering the launch is almost a year away now, and Samsung might change anything along the way. Nevertheless, the company will probably democratize foldables with cheaper options like Galaxy Z Flip Lite next year.
Samsung has a habit of releasing new colors of its popular smartphones a few months after their launch. Sometimes, the company also limits select colors to certain markets. The same is the case for Galaxy Z Flip 5G Mystic White and Galaxy Note20 Mystic Red. These two colors were initially only sold in Samsung’s home country South Korea. But now, their availability has been extended to the US as well.
Samsung launched the Galaxy Note20 in August in three colors namely Mystic Bronze, Mystic Green, and Mystic Gray in most markets. But in South Korea, this phone also debuted in Mystic Blue, Mystic Red, and Mystic Pink color options.
Now, months later, the Mystic Red variant of Galaxy Note20 has finally hit the US market. It is priced at $999.99 just like the regular three colors. But as part of ongoing promotions, Samsung is offering a $150 instant rebate and an additional trade-in value of up to $550.
That’s not all, the company is also providing a $100 gift voucher that can be redeemed on Samsung’s online store while buying other products. Having said that, the Galaxy Note20 Mystic Red can be bought either in Unlocked, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon, or US Cellular version.
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On the other hand, Galaxy Z Flip 5G Mystic White costs $1,449.99. However, interested customers can get it for as low as $449.99 ($600 off) by trading in an eligible smartphone. The new color variant of the world’s best-selling foldable smartphone can be bought in either unlocked, AT&T, Sprint, or T-Mobile version.
OnePlus is changing its product strategy for its flagship phones again next year. After changing from a one-product strategy (per half) to a two-product strategy in 2019, a leak has revealed that the upcoming OnePlus 9 will have three models. So alongside the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro, we will also get a third phone that will arrive as the OnePlus 9E.
This is the first time we are hearing of the OnePlus 9E and the info is from Max Jambor, the leaker who has a good track record when it comes to OnePlus-related leaks.
According to a short post on Voice, he revealed that it is still unknown where the OnePlus 9E will be positioned in the series. There are speculations that it may be the most affordable model in the series just as the Galaxy S10e is the most affordable model of the Galaxy S10 series.
However, price is not the only concern. Fans of OnePlus who want a small flagship phone are hoping the OnePlus 9E will also have a smaller display. If that happens then we expect its display to be under 6.5 inches, probably closer to the 6.0-inch size.
The OnePlus 9E is expected to come with a Snapdragon 875 processor too, though we will mention that this info has not yet been confirmed. Just because it is a OnePlus 9 phone doesn’t mean it will be a flagship (the Mi 9 SE is a perfect example).
We hope more details will surface in the near future.
Apple Watch has been credited a few times for saving the life of its users after the device reportedly detected a potentially fatal incident. The smartwatch is again in the news for helping its user detect a medical condition.
25-year-old Zachary Zies has his Apple Watch to thank for saving his life on Thanksgiving weekend. The recent Ohio State University graduate Zies is said to have been suffering from a genetic disease called Friedreich’s Ataxia. The condition attacks some vital parts of the body including the spine, the brain, and the heart. These organs are no doubt essential to the normal functioning of the body and would result in problems with walking and talking.
The Apple Watch’s heart rate monitor on his Apple Watch detected a high resting heart rate for Zies said to be in the tune of 210 beats per minute. This is super high considering that the resting heart rate for a well-trained athlete is in the region of 40 per minute.
After the smartwatch alerted him of his unusual heart rate, Zies went to his Doctor and underwent a procedure known as an arterial ablation. The procedure destroys or scars tissue that is causing faulty heart rhythms which in Zies’ case was being caused by arterial flutter.
The young man hinted that he has recovered to a large extent and attributes this to the top-selling timepiece in the world. “The Apple Watch was pretty much telling me something is up, and you need to go in and get help to see what’s actually wrong,” he said.
The exceptional discounts from the Black Friday week are now extended to CyberMonday. If you have missed favorite deals on Earbuds, then you have another chance to grab them at great discounts. Amazon is offering up to a 58% discount on earbuds listed below.
However, some deals are applicable for UK and Europe while the others are for the US readers. The CyberMonday deals are available only for a limited time, and we hope you would be able to save a lot. Make sure to tap the respective Amazon link depending on your region. Let’s hop onto the sale extravaganza and enjoy the discounts.
CyberMonday Deals on Earbuds
Apple AirPods with Charging Case – 31% discount – $109 $159 – Amazon US / £124.37£159.00 Amazon UK
Apple Airpods with Wireless Charging Case – 30% discount – $139 $199 – Amazon US / £157.37£199.00 Amazon UK
Apple AirPods Pro – 20% discount – out of stock – Amazon US / £198£249Amazon UK
Samsung Galaxy Buds+ Plus – 33% discount – $99 $149 Amazon US / £117 £159Amazon UK
Samsung Galaxy Buds Live – 24% discount – $129 $169 Amazon US / £120 £179Amazon UK
Cheapest JBL Tune 120TWS – 60% discount – $39 $99Amazon US / £44 £49Amazon UK
Sony WF-XB700 Extra Bass – 48% discount – $68 $129Amazon US / £59 £89 Amazon UK
Bose SoundLink Around Ear Wireless – 31% discount – $159 $229Amazon US / Not Available – Amazon UK
Sony WF-1000XM3 Truely Wireless – 30% discount – $168 $229Amazon US / £149 £220Amazon UK
These headphones consisting of Earpods are available at massive discounts on the occasion of CyberMonday. You can check our Deals portal to grab discounts on useful products.
A made in India Game, FAU-G, has finally landed on Google’s Play Store. The developer Studio nCore Pvt. Ltd., has listed it for pre-registration under the ‘Action’ category of the Games. The listing also teases the UI, and the Gameplay we can expect.
Credit: nCORE Games/Google
FAU-G pre-registrations on Google PlayStore is a mere push notification and doesn’t show any launch date. However, reports say that the launch could happen anytime now. The developer nCORE Games, on Twitter, shared the pre-registration link for Android meaning iOS users need to wait for a bit. Accordingly, on clicking the ‘pre-registration’ link, a pop-up appears with two options: Install when available, and Notify when available.
If you click the Install When available option, as usual, the Play Store says it will automatically install the game when it releases. Talking about the game, few teaser images show a slightly different UI to PUBG and suggests that the game will ride high on Indo-Chinese conflict a lot. Consequently, the description says an elite fighting group protects India’s territory at the Northern border.
On the auspicious occasion of Gurupurab, we are starting the pre-registrations of FAU-G: Fearless And United Guards.
Pre-register and be the first to play the game. #FAUG#BeFearless
Further, it adds that a special unit of FAU-G Commandos patrolling in dangerous borders come face-face with enemies on the Indian soil. This suggests that the Game will mostly be a ‘brawler’ type rather than Battle Royale. For the unware, brawler is a type of ‘Action Game’ where the characters fight a large number of enemies in unarmed combat or with melee weapons.
Additionally, the description says it will focus on the patriotic angle of the Indian soldiers that guard borders. As per the listing, FAU-G(Fearless And United Guards) is an Indian project that pays tributes to the country’s armed forces. All this, along with the earlier teaser strongly sends the notion that the game will focus more on conflicts like the Galwan Valley skirmish.
In case you don’t know, India banned 59 Chinese applications including TikTok, UC Browser back in June. While the govt. said the threat to privacy and security as a reason, it is believed that Gulwan valley border conflict with China was the reason. Then, it later went on to ban 118 more apps including PUBG back in September.
Days after this ban, the country’s popular actor like Akshay Kumar started promoting FAU-G as a Made in India game. Anyway, Contrary to beliefs, FAU-G will likely focus more on melee operations with patriotic sentiments and not Battle Royale. However, developers have reportedly hinted that Battle Royale might be added in the future.
ZTE had an event today in China during which it announced a new smartphone, the Blade 20 Pro 5G. However, that wasn’t the only major announcement. The Chinese giant also revealed its plans for the coming year and they are big.
Xu Ziyang, president of ZTE Corporation
Unification of brands
While other Chinese brands are spinning off their sub-brands into standalone businesses, ZTE is bringing its own back under a single umbrella. Xu Ziyang, the president of ZTE Corporation revealed at the event that it will unify its three mobile brands next year. These three brands are ZTE, Nubia, and Red Devil/Red Magic).
The ZTE brand is known for smartphones launched under the Blade and Axon series while Nubia launches phones under its own name such as the Nubia Z series. The Red Magic brand is the manufacturer’s gaming phone brand with phones such as the Red Magic 5G and Red Magic 5S.
With the announcement that it plans to unify all three brands, we may see future Nubia and Red Magic phones launch under the ZTE umbrella with ZTE’s logo/name inscribed on the phones.
Offline retail expansion
ZTE’s president also announced that they plan to expand their offline retail presence by constructing up to 5000 retail stores across China. A strong offline presence is important for any consumer technology company. Brands that started originally as online-only brands eventually had to create an offline presence. ZTE says they will also complete the first batch of their ZTE 5G experience centers next year.
NI Fei, Head of ZTE Mobile
1+2+N Strategy
The top executive also announced that they will fully focus on China next year and create a new brand image that focuses on technology, quality, and the younger generation. Ni Fei who is the head of ZTE Mobile and also the president of Nubia was at the event and he announced the company’s new “1+2+N” product strategy which will integrate phones, personal and family data, and a plethora of connected smart products that will also be linked to ZTE Cloud for a seamless 5G experience.
Xiaomi runs a crowdfunding website called Youpin in China. The company sells all kinds of products on this platform. Most of the products sold on this website are from small Chinese startups that part of Xiaomi’s ecological chain. That said, the world’s third-largest smartphone maker has now put up new a product called ‘MIIIW Wireless Silent Mouse’ on Youpin.
The newly launched MIIIW Wireless Silent Mouse features a compact design with textures on the sides for grip. It comes in two colors namely White and Black with a red accent.
As the name suggests, the mouse sports four silent buttons that produce clicking sounds which fall around 30-40dB. The four buttons are nothing but the standard left, right, scroll wheel, and an additional key to change between different DPI modes.
Talking about DPI, the latest MIIIW mouse supports 800 DPI, 1200 DPI, and 1600 DPI respectively. In other words, it’s good enough for day to day activities and for some light gaming sessions.
There’s also a red LED indicator, which not only indicates the DPI mode selected but also when the 2 x AAA batteries that power the mouse are running low. Last but not least, this wireless mouse operates via 2.4GHz connectivity (USB dongle) and it is compatible with computers running Windows 10 and macOS 10.10 or newer.
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The MIIIW Wireless Silent Mouse is priced at 49 yuan ($7) but it is currently being sold for 39 yuan ($6) for a limited time.
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