Xiaomi Youpin Crowdfunds the KRIBEE Multi-functional Fast Steamer 5S

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Oct 27, 2020

Micromax will be introducing its all-new “In” series of smartphones on. Nov. 3 in India. The company plans to make a comeback in India where it was once ruling the market. Today, the company released a tweet to tease the processors that will be powering its upcoming smartphones.

Recent reports have claimed that Micromax will be launching two phones named Micromax In 1 and In 1A on Nov. 3. It is speculated that these handsets will be fueled by the Helio G35 and Helio G85 chipsets. It appears that these rumors could soon turn true as the GIF clearly hints that the upcoming Micromax phones will feature the said chipsets.

India is gearing up to game on with the ultimate performance. And we have the perfect processor for that. Share the screenshot to tell us which one you think it is. #INMobiles unveiling on 3rd Nov, 12 noon.#MicromaxIsBack #INForIndia pic.twitter.com/g4EoKHN7Pr

— Micromax India (@Micromax__India) October 27, 2020

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There is no information available on the specifications of the Helio G85 powered handset. The Helio G35 powered phone could be coming in two options.

The base model of the Helio G35 Micromax phone is expected to come with 2 GB of RAM, 32 GB of built-in storage, and a 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup. On the other side, the higher version will have 3 GB of RAM, 32 GB of native storage, and a 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera setup.

Both editions of the Helio G35 phone by the brand will be equipped with an HD display and a 5,000mAh battery. The upcoming Micromax will come preinstalled with Android 10 OS. Speculations are rife that the two phones could be priced between Rs 7,000 (~$95) and Rs 15,000 (~$203). With such pricing, Micromax will be competing with mid-range phones from brands like Xiaomi, Realme, Vivo, and Samsung.

OnePlus, Oppo, and Realme focusing on large IoT, to launch smart TVs in India

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Oct 27, 2020

Brands like OnePlus, Oppo, and Realme are focusing their attention on the connected device category and working to soon launch their own large IoT devices as well. This would have the Chinese brands soon announce more products in India, especially in the growing smart TV segment.

At the moment, Xiaomi leads the smart TV market in the region, although, Oppo is also set to soon enter the market as well. The Chinese tech giant will be entering the smart TV market, along with a new lineup of wearables products. Furthermore, the company recently unveiled various IoT products in China, which revolved around personal entertainment and other smart home products, as per an EconomicTimesTelecom report.

Additionally, Realme is also seeking to broaden its IoT horizons, with its recent launch of smart TV in the entry and affordable segments. Now, the brand will be targetting the mid tier to high end premium segments as well, with varying sizes. On the other hand, OnePlus is solely focusing on the affordable segment at the moment, which it expects will lead to higher sales of its smart TV business.

According to an Oppo India Spokesperson, “India is one of the key markets for us and we are constantly working towards introducing new affordable products which are essential for Indian consumers. We are accelerating into the era of the Internet of Things by actively expanding a richer IoT product portfolio.” Similarly, OnePlus India’s new Ice President and Chief Strategy Officer, Navnit Nakra, also added that “We are moving away from the old appliance world in India to connected devices which have the ability to talk to us. In the new focus areas, OnePlus will have a larger play in India and globally. We are trying very hard to see if we can launch new products around mid-November.”

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OnePlus is looking to launch various entry level smart TVs in the region in India by 2021. It has already commenced the manufacturing of the Y series in India this year and by 2021, OnePlus TVs manufactured locally will also include the Q and the U series. “It is a massive investment from us to be closer to the market,” said Nakra. Although, investment size and manufacturing details are still currently unknown.

Samsung may use ‘Samsung Blade’ trademark for the Galaxy S21 series

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Oct 27, 2020

Apart from foldables, Samsung has been also patenting and trademarking designs and utilities related to normal smartphones. Last week, Samsung Display trademarked “Blad Bezel” for a variety of devices such as smartphones, digital cameras, video screens, and more. Now, Samsung Electronics has trademarked a similar thing called ‘Samsung Bade’

Just like last week, this week’s Samsung trademark was also spotted by none other than LetsGoDigital. According to the publication, Samsung Electronics filed for the trademark called ‘Samsung Blade’ with the EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office categorized as Class 9.

The description of the new trademark includes the following things.

Display panel
Flat-panel display screens
Displays for smartphones
OLED (Organic light-emitting diode) display panels
Touch screens

The above-mentioned description for ‘Samsung Blade’ indirectly suggests that the South Korean tech giant may use this for the Galaxy S21 series, especially Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+, which are expected to come with flat displays instead of curved panels found on their predecessors.

Since the Galaxy S21 series is reported to launch in January, much earlier than previous generations, the smartphones in the series have begun to receive certifications from multiple bureaus.

Now, as Samsung Electronics has filed this trademark at around the same time, there’s a high chance for the company to use it for the Galaxy S21 series.

JF Tech partners with Huawei for a manufacturing venture in China

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Oct 27, 2020

JF Technology, a subsidiary of JF International, is entering into a partnership with the venture capital arm of Huawei Investment & Holdings Co Ltd. This partnership will be achieved through Huawei’s subscription to shares in JFH Technology.

According to TheStar report, a recent filing with Bursa Malaysia had JF Technology state that Hubble Technology Investment will inject a total of 1.5 million US Dollars in JFH Technology. This will fortify the relationship with the Chinese firms as a key customer, while also maintaining a strategic partnership and gaining access to the Chinese market as well.

Out of the total contribution, 410,000 US Dollars will be credited to the increased registered capital of JFH while the remaining 1.09 million US Dollars will be credited to the capital reserve. Furthermore, JF International will have a 55 percent stake of its own 500,000 US Dollars capital contribution while HTI will own the remaining 45 percent.

JF Technology stated that the collaboration will allow the group to establish a long term business partnership with Hubble Technology Investment and other customers like Huawei in China. It further added that “With the opportunity for JFH Technology to work closely with HTI to develop new test contacting technology for 5G network and 6G network as well as in the future, there will be technological know how and knowledge transfer from JF Group to JFH Technology, enabling JFH Technology to move up the value chain of the semiconductor industry while developing local talents amongst Malaysians.”

Apple to hike prices of apps/games on App Store in India, Indonesia & more

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 27, 2020

The App Store is the only way to get apps and games on iPhones and iPads. Hence, whenever a slight change occurs on the platform, it affects all the users. This is one of the primary reasons why Apple is facing an anti-trust case against it. That said, a new change is on its way to the App Store for certain countries as a result of new taxes and foreign exchange rates.

The change we are talking about is the increase in prices of apps and games on the App Store as well as in-app purchases for the following countries.

Brazil
Colombia
India
Indonesia
Russia
South Africa

In India, price is being hiked due to the new equalization levy of 2%, in addition to the existing 18% GST (Goods & Services Tax). Whereas, in Indonesia, the changes are being made as a result of the new 10 % value-added tax for developers based outside of the country.

It is worth noting that the new changes will not affect auto-renewable subscriptions. Additionally, Apple also mentions that prices will be adjusted in Iceland and Albania as well. However, it is not sure if the final price will increase or decrease in these countries.

The new prices for apps and games on the Apple Apple store as well as in-app purchases will be rolled out in the coming days.

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Buy ELEPHONE ElePods X with ANC for just $69.99

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Oct 27, 2020

Ever since their launch, the ElePods X has created quite a buzz among people. This pair is not the stereotypical TWS earphones but are enhanced with top-touch features like active noise cancellation (ANC). Surprisingly, it comes in a pocket-friendly price range and is currently up for sale at a discounted price of just $69.99 on ELEPHONE’s website.

For a budgeted earpiece to offer an ANC feature is quite a big deal. ANC helps diminish the surrounding sounds to allow the user to get an immersive experience. ElePods X can quell up the ambient sounds for up to 30db. It also enables the user to control the noise level to alert the user of their surroundings while performing various tasks like running, cycling or traveling while listening to music.

Elepods X uses an inward-facing microphone and 9mm drivers that deliver studio-quality crisp sound. Its synchronous transmission technology transfers sound to both ears at the same time, restricting latency. With low-latency, the user can enjoy playing games with uninterrupted or delayed sound effects on both Apple and Android devices. AI algorithm allows the user to make HD calls that enable the other person to hear the human voice more clearly.

Elepods X supports Bluetooth 5.2 transmission protocol that provides a smooth and stable connection. Featuring 50mAH capacity on each earbud, this pair can offer up to 6-7 hours (official figure) of uninterrupted playback. Its case boasts a 550mAh battery that can allow 30 hours of seamless use.

These ELEPHONE earphones have an IPX5 rating that can prevent damage caused by water. Its ABS body can easily withstand minor bumps and accidental drops, making it ideal for everyday use. Furthermore, the silicone eartips provide an ergonomic and comfortable fit. ElePods X features a sleek and straightforward design that is inspired by AirPods and features a similar mesh microphone design on the stem as the Apple AirPods Pro.

ElePods X comes in Black and White color variants to cater to different consumer needs. Packed with a host of features and cutting-edge technology, this pair offers more than what one can expect for its pocket-friendly price range. This earpiece is currently being sold with a $20 discount. All interested readers can buy ElePods X at just $69.99 on their official website.

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Samsung Electro-Mechanics will supply cameras for budget Galaxy smartphones in 2021

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Oct 27, 2020

Samsung Electro-Mechanics will be increasing the number of camera modules for the company’s budget smartphone models. These devices will arrive in 2021 and would also account for over 10 percent of the sales next year, as stated by Samsung.

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According to TheElec report, this is the first confirmation that the firm will be supplying camera modules for Samsung Electronics’ budget Galaxy handset models in 2021. Furthermore, the demand for affordable devices with higher end cameras has also risen, such as optical zoom lens, as per Samsung Electro-Mechanics’ during its third quarter conference call.

At the moment, the company has begun supply 3x optical zoom lenses with optical image stabilization (OIS) in Q3 of 2020, but the production is expected to rise further and will soon be found in mid tier smartphones as well in the near future. This would also lead to a double digit increase for related camera module products in 2021, as noted by the company. The South Korean firm is also planning on supplying the primary cameras on the Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A72, according to sources close to the matter.

Notably, Samsung Electro-Mechanics has also supplied the 3x optical zoom on the recently launched Galaxy S20 FE. Furthermore, the company is planning on increasing the portion of multi layer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) for auto-components to 10% of the total by the fourth quarter. With the North American automobile market also starting to recover, Samsung is expecting growth healthy demands to accelerate its growth.

HONOR Band 6 tipped to launch soon with a full-screen display

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 27, 2020

Huawei is going through hard times but the company as well as its sub-brand HONOR continues to launch new products. Though the Chinese telecom giant may not be able to produce smartphones in a few months from now (at least with its own chipsets), it might still continue to manufacture and sell connected products. According to a tip, HONOR will be soon launching a new fitness tracker called HONOR Band 6.

Just like Xiaomi’s Mi Bands, Huawei also sells fitness trackers called HUAWEI Band and HONOR Band. Almost all the wearables from these two brands are identical with some minor differences.

Hence, this upcoming HONOR Band 6, as tipped by 长安数码君 on Weibo may also launch as HUAWEI Band 5. That said, according to the said leakster, the HONOR Band 6 will be the first full-screen fitness tracker. Since this person has been accurate with almost all of his HUAWEI and HONOR-related leaks, we believe it could be true.

Anyway, we are not sure how much of a full-screen experience this fitness tracker will offer. But anything better than the current maximum screen-to-body ratio is a welcome change.

Apart from this little piece of information, nothing else is known about the forthcoming HONOR Band 6. There’s a chance that it may get unveiled alongside the rumored HONOR V40 series.

Xiaomi and Huawei are among the top 20 favorite brands in Russia

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Oct 27, 2020

Chinese smartphone manufacturers, Xiaomi and Huawei, are among the top 20 favorite brands in Russia. This list comprises of companies from different industries as well and marks the growth in market share for Chinese OEMs in the region.

Over the course of the past few years, Xiaomi has been rising in this list and has ranked among the top favorite brands for Russians. Back in 2018, the company was selected within the top 20 for the first time and ranked 11th. Jumping to 2020, the Chinese tech giant is now in the 7th position. Similarly, Huawei has also entered the top 20 rankings and has been selected for the first time ever, ranking 13th this year, as per a SputnikNews report.

Notably, Xiaomi ranks higher than a number of popular brands including, Coca-Cola, LG, Zara, Puma, and even H&M. While on the other hand, Huawei also beat known competition like Ostin, McDonald’s, BMW, Pepsi, Asus, Reebok, and Levi’s. The leading spots in this list are still held by brands like Samsung, Adidas, Nike, and Apple. These rankings were a part of the “Russian Favorite Brand” survey that has been taken every year since 2008.

Interestingly, while Xiaomi isn’t among the top 5 rankings within the list, yet, it did launch a few smartphones that topped the handset market in the region. In 2016, Xiaomi overtook Apple to occupy the first and second spot in the market with the Redmi 4 Prime and Redmi Note 3 Pro. The company once again topped the list in the following year. In 2019, Redmi Note 7 again took the top rankings in terms of sales and its devices have been gaining popularity due to their affordable prices and reliability.

Huawei to launch HiCar Center Screen powered by HongMeng OS 2.0 on October 30

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Oct 27, 2020

Huawei has today officially confirmed that the company will be launching its new Smart Screen on 30th October in China. The teaser poster shared by the company showcases a smart screen and a car, hinting at the product being an in-car smart display.

Earlier, it was reported that the Chinese giant could soon launch a new smart screen for cars, which will be powered by the company’s own HongMeng OS 2.0. It is also said to be a tablet-sized product that can be connected to Huawei’s smartphones for several additional features, including listening to music, watching videos, making phone calls, among others.

Huawei has been expanding its product offerings, especially in the smart screen category for the past few months. The company’s executive has revealed that the company has plans to create screens for four major areas — Home, Office, Car, and Sports.

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It seems that this upcoming in-car smart screen isn’t the only car-related product coming from the Chinese giant. Last month, the company had registered Huawei Electric Technology with a capital of 250 million yuan, which focuses on engineering research, development, testing, and selling of smart automotive products.

During this year’s Huawei Developer Conference 2020 (HDC), the company held HMS for Car Smart Mobility sub-forum and introduced its new smart car cloud service solution. It also revealed that the company is also working with Volvo and Hongqi.

As for this new upcoming product, it is likely the HiCar Center Screen which received a Bluetooth certificate last month. The device will be powered by HiCar, Huawei’s own take on Android Auto but will have HongMeng OS as a base.

OnePlus Nord N10 5G, N100 will not release in India, claims report

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Oct 27, 2020

OnePlus silently announced the Nord N10 5G and N100 mid-range phones yesterday. At present, these are the cheapest smartphones from the OnePlus. OnePlus confirmed that both phones will be heading to markets like North America and Europe. A report by Android Central claims that the Nord N10 and N100 will not be releasing in India.

Weeks before the announcement of the Nord N10 5G and N100 the publication had spilled a lot of exclusive information on these phones. Now the same publication mentioned in the launch article of the Nord N10 5G and N100 that these devices will not be releasing in India. Hence, the Snapdragon 765G powered Nord will be the only OnePlus phone in the mid-range segment in the country.

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OnePlus Nord N10 5G and N100 specifications and price

The OnePlus Nord N10 5G has a 6.49-inch IPS LCD screen with FHD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate support. On the other side, the OnePlus Nord N100v has a 6.52-inch IPS LCD display that offers HD+ resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. These phones are powered by Snapdragon 690 5G and Snapdragon 460, respectively.

The OnePlus Nord N10 5G has 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of built-in storage, and a 4,300mAh battery with 30T Warp Charge support. The Nord N100 has 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging support. Both phones have common features such as OxygenOS 10.5 based Android 10 OS, rear-facing fingerprint reader, microSD card slot, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

The OnePlus Nord N10 and N100 feature 8-megapixel and 16-megapixel front-facing cameras, respectively. The N10 has a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad-camera setup, while the N100 has a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera setup.

The Nord N10 is priced £329/€329 (~$429) and comes in Midnight Ice hue. The N100 costs £179/€179 (~$233) and it can be availed in Midnight Frost color.

Redmi K30S for 2,299 Yuan (~$343) brings 144Hz display, SD865, 64MP triple cameras, and 5,000mAh battery

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Oct 27, 2020

The Redmi K30S phone has gone official today in China. It is said to be the last smartphone in the Redmi K30S series that includes Redmi K30 4G, Redmi K30 5G, Redmi K30 Pro 5G, Redmi K30 Pro 5G Zoom Edition, Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition, Redmi K30i 5G, and Redmi K30 Ultra.

The Redmi K30S has dethroned iQOO Neo3, which has been exclusively available in China to become the most affordable Snapdragon 865 mobile platform. The phone features an attractive screen that supports up to 144Hz refresh rate. The device is backed by a huge battery that is coupled with fast charging support.

Redmi K30S specifications and features

The Redmi K30S measures 165.1 x 76.4 x 9.3mm and 216 grams. It is shielded by Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and rear. The 6.67-inch supports a Full HD+ resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio, HDR10+, MEMC, 650nits brightness, and up to 144Hz refresh rate. The phone comes with support for AI face unlock and it has a side-facing fingerprint reader. The Android 10 OS that is skinned with MIUI 12 comes preloaded on the Redmi K30S.

The rear-facing triple camera system of the Redmi K30S is led by a 64-megapixel Sony IMX682 main camera with f/1.89 aperture. It is accompanied by a 13-megapixel ultrawide lens with a 123-degree field-of-view and a 5-megapixel macro shooter. It supports 1080p slow-motion video shooting and up to 8K video recording.

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The Redmi K30S is powered by the Snapdragon 865 mobile platform. The SoC is assisted by up to 8 GB of LPPDR5 RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The retail package of the Redmi K30S includes a 33W fast charger for its 5,000mAh battery. The phone comes with other features like dual SIM, 5G / 4G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC for contactless payments, dual-frequency GPS, and dual linear stereo speakers. The Redmi K30S lacks support for a 3.5mm audio jack and external storage. As is known, the K30S is a rebranded version of the Xiaomi Mi 10T that debuted in global markets and India in the recent past.

Redmi K30S price and availability

Here is the pricing of the different variants of the Redmi K30S:

8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – 2,599 Yuan (~$388)
8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage – 2,799 Yuan (~$418)
Color variants: Cosmic Black and Lunar Silver

During the upcoming Nov. 11 Singles’ Day sales in China, both models will be available for 2,299 Yuan (~$343) and 2,499 Yuan (~$373), respectively.

Apple A15 Bionic SoC to reportedly use TSMC’s N5P manufacturing process

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Oct 27, 2020

It’s been just a few days since Apple announced its next-generation iPhone 12 models in the market and details about the next year’s smartphones have started making rounds.

The newly launched iPhone 12 models are powered by the Apple A14 Bionic chipset and now a new report has surfaced online which reveals what to expect from the next-generation Apple A15 Bionic chipset which will power the iPhone 13 models.

A report coming from China Times claims that the A15 Bionic will be manufactured using the N5P node by TSMC, which is among the three variants of 5nm node being developed by the Taiwanese manufacturer.

It also adds that the mass-production for the same could start in the third quarter of the upcoming year, i.e. Q3 2021. Apple has reportedly started working on the same to avoid any delays as the company had to delay the launch of this year’s iPhone models because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Recently, it was reported that TSMC’s facility for the production of 5nm chips has been fully booked by Apple and the reason for the preferential treatment is likely the fact that almost one-fifth of the company’s total revenue comes from the Cupertino-based tech giant.

This probably is the reason which led to Samsung getting orders from Qualcomm for the mass-production of the upcoming flagship chipset — Snapdragon 875, which is also being manufactured using a 5nm node.

While the Apple A15 Bionic chipset is expected to use the 5nm process, manufacturers like TSMC and Samsung have already started working on more advanced technologies, which includes a 3nm process and even a 2nm process, which will be ready for use in mass-production of chipsets in the coming years.

Meizu 17 series smartphones to soon get MEMC technology support

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Oct 27, 2020

Earlier this year, in May, Meizu had launched its flagship smartphones in the form of the Meizu 17 series. Ever since the devices got launched, the company has been adding more and more features to the phones.

In the latest development, Meizu has announced that the Meizu 17 series smartphones will now get MEMC Dynamic Frame Compensation Technology. What it does is that it artificially adds frames to a video with a low frame rate so that it has a higher frame rate and offers a smooth effect. To know more about it, check out our detailed article about MEMC.

Along with MEMC technology, the new update will also offer improvements with regards to the graphics processor, “Flyme Magic” fast pairing system, automatic camera exposure, and introduce new photo editing features. Recruitment of beta testers for the update is expected to take place in the coming days while the update is expected to be available for users by the end of this year.

Soon after launching the flagship smartphones with 90Hz refresh rate support, the company released an update that enabled 120Hz refresh rate and added support for features like DC Dimming and HDR Playback.

After that, the company released an update that added support for stabilization for video recording from all cameras. Recently, the company had rolled out an important update with several bug fixes and a few new features.

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In terms of specifications, both Meizu 17 and 17 Pro feature a 6.6-inch S-AMOLED Full HD+ display which comes with an in-display fingerprint sensor. Under the hood, the devices are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 octa-core processor.

The Meizu 17 has a quad-camera setup that includes a 64-megapixel primary shooter, a 12-megapixel wide-angle lens, an 8-megapixel ultrawide sensor, and a 5-megapixel macro lens. On the other hand, the Pro model comes with a 64-megapixel main lens, an 8-megapixel telephoto shooter, a 32-megapixel ultrawide sensor, and a 0.3MP ToF lens.

Both the devices are equipped with a 20-megapixel front-facing snapper for taking selfies and video calling. Compared to the standard model, the Pro variant comes with features like ceramic chassis, LPDDR5 RAM, and 27W fast wireless charging.

Smartisan Nut R2 flagship smartphone goes on sale in China; price starts at 4,499 yuan ($671)

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Oct 27, 2020

A few days ago, China-based smartphone maker Smartisan launched its new flagship smartphone in its home country, dubbed as Smartisan Nut R2. This was the company’s first device after a long period of silence.

Now, days after announcing the device, it is now available for purchase in the Chinese market. The phone is available in two color options — Black and Green. The Black-colored model is available in two memory variants — 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage. On the other hand, the Green-colored model comes is available in just the 8GB RAM + 256GB model.

As for the pricing, the 8GB + 128GB model is priced at 4,499 yuan, which is about $671 while the 8GB + 256GB costs 4,799 yuan, roughly $716. There’s also a limited-edition White color model that is not yet available for purchase.

The phone features a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a screen resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels, along with a 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch latency. Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC. It comes packed with up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage.

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In the camera department, it sports a quad-camera setup on the back that includes a 108-megapixel primary sensor, an 8-megapixel telephoto lens, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 5-megapixel macro lens. The camera configuration offers support for 3x optical zoom and 30x hybrid zoom, and 8K time-lapse photography. On the front side, it features a 20-megapixel snapper, taking care of the selfie and video calling needs.

It has support for dual-mode 5G connectivity, along with Wi-Fi 6 and NFC. The device comes with stereo speakers and DTS audio. There’s also a new slider button on the side that can quickly put the phone in silent mode. Running on the Android-based Smartisan OS 8.0, the is powered by a 4,510mAh battery that supports 55W fast charging technology.

Samsung Display gets license to supply display panels to Huawei

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Oct 27, 2020

Huawei has been releasing new smartphones at regular intervals, despite the company being restricted by the United States from sourcing technologies and components that are powered by or uses American technology.

But, with passing time, the company seems to be slowing getting its way forward as companies are being granted a license to continue doing business with the Chinese giant. After the likes of AMD and Intel, it is now Samsung which has received a green node from the United States government.

As per the report from Reuters, Samsung Display, a division of South Korean giant Samsung that develops display technologies, has been granted a license to continue supplying certain display panel products to Huawei Technologies.

But, it is still not clear whether Samsung Display will be able to export its OLED panels to Huawei as other firms in the supply chain that makes components necessary to manufacture panels would also have to get U.S. licenses.

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Recently, LG Display, the rival of Samsung Display, had said that it needs to get a license to continue doing business with Huawei along with other companies are in the supply chain for making the display panels.

All the major companies that were doing business with Huawei before the tighter restrictions imposed by the U.S. have applied for required licenses to continue doing business with the Chinese giant.

Intel recently confirmed that it has been granted a license to supply chipsets to Huawei which are used in the company’s laptop products. Other companies like Qualcomm, MediaTek, Sony, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, and Kioxia, among others have also applied for a license with the United States.

Huawei Nova 8 series phone receives 3C certification, reveals 66W fast charging support

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