Huawei Mate 40 to feature a distortion free Ultra Wide angle camera

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Oct 19, 2020

Huawei has just teased its upcoming flagship smartphones series earlier today (19th October 2020). The Mate 40 series’ launch is just around the corner and the new promotional teaser video hints at an ultra wide angle lens with no distortion being found in the new smartphone.

In the video, the company shared the line “Horizontal, as it should be” and “One in a straight line, all in one shot,” which hints at its camera module. The video itself has the camera lenses focus on a plate of food, which starts with a closeup and then seamlessly transitions to a wide angle shot. The video also emphasizes on the distortion effect that is observable on most ultra wide angle lenses, with the company hinting that this might not be an issue on the upcoming Mate 40 series.

While many OEMs are looking towards better anti distortion algorithms, Huawei might have found a way to eliminate the issue entirely. Although, it is still too early to know for sure. Previously, we had reported on a press render leak that showcased a triple camera setup on the Mate 40 Pro. In this leak, the ultra wide angle lens was a 20 megapixel sensor f/1.8 aperture.

Unfortunately, we do not have much to go on from just a single teaser video. Although, we can expect the Chinese tech giant to place a heavy emphasis on its upcoming flagship’s cameras. So stay tuned for more updates and the launch event, which we will be covering.

Samsung patents three foldable smartphone designs with cutout for inner cameras

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 19, 2020

Samsung Electronics is ahead of any other company in terms of foldable smartphones. To stay ahead of the competition, the South Korean tech behemoth has been patenting foldable devices in various sizes and forms. Just last week, a patent filed by the firm’s sister company Samsung Display was unearthed by LetsGoDigital. Now, the publication has spotted another patent filed by Samsung Electronics.

Foldable smartphones are said to be the next big thing in consumer electronics. They are already here but are out of reach for most people. Thankfully, they are expected to get cheaper in the coming years as the tech matures. In the meantime, companies like Samsung will continue to patent new designs.

The newly spotted foldable design patent was filed by Samsung Electronics with the WIPO (World Intellectual Property Office) in April. It got approved and published on October 15 titled ‘Foldable electronic device including a plurality of camera modules’.

The patent includes three different designs – two with an outward folding screen like the HUAWEI Mate Xs and one with an inward folding screen like the Galaxy Z Fold2.

However, all three of them have a cutout on the front display so that the cameras present inside can be used even when the phone is closed. Hence, the title includes the term plurality of camera modules.

Anyway, we don’t see Samsung ever implementing this design in a commercial product. The current-gen devices have already moved on to punch-holes. The notch on the original Galaxy Fold offers a less immersive experience and has app compatibility issues.

Since these newly patented designs also have to make a similar compromise with the display like on the company’s first commercially available foldable smartphone, we don’t think Samsung will ever implement them.

OnePlus 8T sales broke 100 million Yuan in just 1 minute and 200 million Yuan in 10 minutes

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Sean

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Oct 19, 2020

Earlier today (19th October 2020), the OnePlus 8T officially went on sale in China. It is the latest flagship smartphone from the Chinese brand, with the company seeing sales crossing 100 million Yuan (roughly 14 million US Dollars) in just the first minute and 200 million yuan (roughly 28 million US Dollars) within the next 10 minutes.

The newest handset from OnePlus has already seen great success in the company’s home country. OnePlus even shared an official promotional image that commemorated this great first sale. For those unaware, the Oneplus 8T is the current flagship from the company, which features top notch specifications like the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC along with 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of internal storage.

Under the hood, a large 4,500mAh battery pack runs the device that supports 65W fast charging, 5G networking, and even offers a 120Hz refresh rate on its display. Looking at the numbers, the device starts from 3,399 Yuan (roughly 500 US Dollars) in China. So, anywhere between 28,000 to 30,000 units were sold in just the first minute of the sale, and around 60,000 units within the next 10 minutes, which are some really impressive numbers.

Jio Phone with 5G support and around Rs 2,500 (~$34) pricing in works for India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 19, 2020

Reliance Jio stormed into the highly competitive telecom market in September 2016 by announcing very affordable 4G plans. In September this year, Jio’s head Mukesh Ambani revealed that the company is gearing up to launch a world-class 5G service in the country. A fresh report by India’s Economic Times states that Reliance Jio is planning to launch a 5G-enabled Jio Phone priced around Rs 2,500 (~$34) in India.

Reliance Jio’s company official said, “Jio wants to bring the device for less than Rs 5,000. When we scale up the sales, it can be priced in the range of Rs 2,500 (~$34) – Rs 3,000 (~$41).” Currently, the OnePlus Nord that is priced at Rs 24,999 is the cheapest 5G smartphone in India. While various companies have been launching flagship and upper-midrange phones with 5G support in India, it is yet to become a 5G-ready country.

In 2016, Jio sold the 4G-ready Jio Phone for free in India through an offer that required them to pay a refundable deposit of Rs 1,500. Probably, the company may adopt the same strategy for its entry-level 5G phone.

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The government of India is yet to allocate spectrum to telecom service providers for carrying field trials of 5G networks. Meanwhile, Reliance Jio is working on its own 5G equipment and it is currently waiting for allocation of 5G spectrum from the Department of Telecom. While the commercialization of the 5G networks, Reliance Jio aims to turn the existing 200 to 300 million 2G users into 5G subscribers.

The first Jio Phone with 5G support is expected to debut next year. There are reports that the end of the year may see the arrival of a new 4G Android phone from the brand that could be priced around Rs 4,000 ($54). Last month, Reliance Jio announced that Google invested Rs 33,737 crore for a 7.7 percent stake in Jio Platforms so that both companies can build a new version of Android OS for low-priced smartphones.

Huawei Mate 40 Pro system UI screenshots leak confirms key specifications

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Jeet

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Oct 19, 2020

Huawei has already confirmed that the company will be launching its next-generation Mate-series flagship smartphones — Huawei Mate 40 lineup on 22nd October. Now, as the launch date nears, more and more details about the phones keep surfacing online.

In the latest development, a few images of the upcoming Mate 40 Pro smartphone’s user interface have leaked online. The photos confirm some of the phone’s specifications and features that have been previously leaked or rumored.

The leaked screenshots confirm that the Mate 40 pro will come powered by the company’s own Kirin 9000 SoC. The company’s executive has already confirmed this and it could also be Huawei’s last flagship chipset, at least for the time being due to new sanctions imposed on the company by the United States.

It is also confirmed that the device will be running the EMUI 11 custom user interface, which is based on the Android 10 operating system but without the support for Google Mobile Services. Instead, the device will likely have Huawei Mobile Service. It’s noteworthy that Android 11 has already been launched but since Google started uploading the open-source code last month, Huawei didn’t get enough time to upgrade the software.

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As for other details, the leaked images confirm 2772 x 1344 pixels screen resolution, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage. The leaked render image of the phone also showcases a circular camera setup on the back and a dual punch-hole cutout on the front.

A recent leak indicates a 50MP triple camera system on the back, along with 20MP ultra-wide lens, and a 12MP telephoto zoom camera. It will have 5x optical zoom and support for 8K video recording. On the front, there will be a 13MP primary sensor and a 3D sensor.

The phone supports Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and Wi-Fi 6 in terms of connectivity. It reportedly packs a 4,400mAh battery with support for 65W fast wired charging via a USB 3.1 Gen 1 port that can fully charge the device in under one hour.

iQOO U1x renders, specifications listed at retailer site, reservations begin

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 19, 2020

In July, iQOO announced the iQOO U1 smartphone in China. It appears that the company is now gearing up to introduce a weaker sibling of the phone named iQOO U1x phone. The upcoming iQOO U1x is now listed at Chinese retailer platforms like JD.com and Tmall with key specifications and renders.

iQOO U1x specifications and renders

The iQOO U1x listings have only a few pieces of information on its specifications. It reveals that it is a Snapdragon 662 mobile platform powered 4G smartphone that houses a 5,000mAh battery. The phone is listed in variants such as 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage.

The iQOO U1x is available for reservations, but its pricing is yet to be revealed. Its pre-sale is scheduled to start on Oct. 21, and it will be announced on Nov. 1. The smartphone will be available in two color editions such as Light Black and Morning Forest. The renders of the phone reveal that it has a waterdrop notch display and a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The rear side of the device features a vertical camera system.

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Recently, the TENAA certification platform of China had approved two Vivo phones with model numbers V2031A and V2034A. The V2031A 5G phone recently debuted as the Vivo Y73s 5G. It seems the Vivo V2034A could be the iQOO U1x phone.

The V2034A TENAA listing states that it measures 164.41 × 76.32 × 8.4mm and it weighs 171.3 grams. It houses a 6.52-inch HD+ AMOLED screen and it runs on Android 10 OS. It has a 13-megapixel+ 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera system and a selfie camera of 8-megapixel. The phone is equipped with support for fast charging.

Meizu UR Live Special Edition earphones launched in China for 1,299 yuan ($194)

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Jeet

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Oct 19, 2020

Meizu has today launched its latest headphones in China, dubbed as Meizu UR Live Special Edition headphones. The product comes in a black-colored semi-transparent design and is priced at 1,299 yuan, which is roughly $194.

The company claims that the earphones are made to offer a distinctive sound experience that is on-par with leading acoustic devices. It also adds that the product has gone through fine manufacturing as well as a rigorous tuning process.

Although the earphones are smaller in size, it does not lack behind in terms of performance, as per the company’s claims. Meizu adds that the wired earphone enhances the low-frequency output through two customized subwoofers.

The earphones are designed with a dual-channel independent conductive structure — bass double-moving iron and medium-high pitch iron. The company claims that these independent sound pipes further enhances the experience.

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To ensure better, comfortable, and natural fit, Meizu claims that it collected tens of thousands of earmold samples and then formulated a common model through rigorous calculations and modeling optimization. It has OFC oxygen-free silver-plated wire while the connectors and panels are of carbon, gold, and silver foil.

The company adds that the Meizu UR Live earphones have been optimized in a way that it offers accurate reproduction of vocals and detailed presentation of instrumental sounds. It also claims to offer impressive output, regardless of the genre of music.

LG may not launch Snapdragon 875 flagship 1H 2021

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 19, 2020

The successor to the Snapdragon 865 mobile platform will be made official on Dec. 1 through the Tech Summit event by Qualcomm. The official name of the upcoming chip is yet to be declared. Going by the names of the previous generations, it is likely that the SD865 will be replaced by the Snapdragon 875 mobile platform. Samsung and Xiaomi could be one of the first companies to launch SD875 powered flagship phones in Q1 next year. In the past years, LG has also been one of the first brands to launch flagship phones featuring the newest Snapdragon flagship chip. According to a tipster that cites information from a South Korean website, LG will not be releasing a Snapdragon 875 mobile platform powered phone in the first half of 2021.

The site states that LG is missing from the list of companies that have placed orders for the SD875 chipset. Instead of the SD875, the South Korean company has placed a mass order for the upcoming Snapdragon 775 upper mid-range SoC.

The reason behind it could be the change that the company has brought in its mobile business. Previously, the company released a G series flagship handset in the first half of the year, and a V-series flagship phone in the second half.

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This year, LG did not launch a G-series smartphone. Instead of it, it announced the LG V60 ThinQ in February and the all-new upper mid-range phone called the LG VELVET in May. It recently introduced the experimental LG Wing flagship and it appears that it is no other flagship phones planned for this year.

The LG VELVET featured the Snapdragon 765G chipset. Hence, it appears that the Snapdragon 775 could be powering the VELVET’s successor. Like this year, the new VELVET phone may debut in Q2 next year.

OnePlus 8T goes on sale in China; pricing starts at 3,399 yuan ($507)

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Jeet

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Oct 19, 2020

A few days ago, OnePlus launched its latest flagship smartphone in its home country China — OnePlus 8T. After making the device available for pre-order from 15th October, the company has now officially started selling the phone in China.

The pricing for the base model with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is kept at 3,399 yuan (~$507) while the top-end variant with 12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage is available for 3,699 yuan, which is about $552.

It’s noteworthy that the pricing of the OnePlus 8T in China is cheaper than in other regions. The smartphone is available in two color options — Aquamarine Green, and Lunar Silver. Apart from the official store, the device is also available for purchase through JD Home, Jingdong, T-Mall, Huantai Mall, and more.

Coming to the specifications, the device features a 6.55-inch FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz display and supports in-display fingerprint unlocking. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor, along with Adreno 650 GPU.

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In the camera department, there’s a quad-camera setup that consists of a 48MP + 16MP + 5MP + 2MP sensors. On the front side, the smartphone packs a Sony IMX471 16MP camera sensor for taking selfies and video calling.

The device is running the latest Android 11 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own OxygenOS 11 custom user interface on top. It is powered by a 4,500mAh battery that has support for Warp Charge 65 fast charging technology.

Apple reveals iPhone 12 out of warranty screen replacement cost

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Jeet

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Oct 19, 2020

A few days ago, Apple officially took the wraps off its iPhone 12 series smartphones and entered the new 5G era as all the four models launched by the company come with support for 5G communication.

While the smartphones from the tech giant come with a limited one-year warranty, it does not cover accidental damages. And the most likely part of the phone to get damaged is the display or screen. So, the company has now officially revealed the screen replacement cost of the newly launched iPhone 12 models.

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Apple has confirmed that the screen repair for the iPhone 12 will cost $279 in the United States, which is the same cost applicable for the iPhone 12 Pro as well. In China, the company will be charging 2,149 yuan, which is about $321.

So far, the company has not revealed the screen replacement or repair cost for the iPhone 12 Mini and the iPhone 12 Pro Max variants.

However, if you have purchased the AppleCare+ protection plan, then it covers the screen repair cost and you’ll just have to pay the service fee which is $29 in the USA. The pricing for the AppleCare+ starts at $149 for the iPhone 12 and 12 Mini models while for the Pro models, it increases by $50. All one-time AppleCare+ plan offers coverage for two years.

Xiaomi announces 80W wireless charging technology that fully charges 4000mAh battery in 19 minutes

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Jeet

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Oct 19, 2020

As expected, Xiaomi has today officially announced its latest wireless charging technology, which is also the world’s fastest wireless charging, rated at 80W. This makes it the third major development from the company this year in terms of wireless charging technology.

The company claims that the technology can charge a 4,000mAh battery in just 19 minutes and it takes around eight minutes to reach the halfway mark in terms of charging.

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Prior to this, the fastest wireless charging technology from Xiaomi was 50W in the Mi 10 Ultra smartphone that was launched in August this year. Prior to that, in March this year, the company had showcased its 40W wireless charging technology.

When it comes to wireless charging technology, Xiaomi has come a long way. The Chinese company had first introduced support for wireless charging in Mi MIX 2S, which had support for only 7.5W. The Mi MIX 3was launched with support for 10W and it was bumped up to 20W in the Mi 9 flagship smartphone in 2019.

Recently, it was also reported that the company is working on a 100W fast charging technology that would go official next year. We expect this super-fast charging technology to be available in the company’s next-generation flagship smartphone and could be made official before the launch of the phone.

OnePlus 8T is available for $549 at Oppomart

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Greeva Agnihotri

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Oct 19, 2020

OnePlus 8T launched a few days ago and since has created quite a stir with its exciting features. Packed with a host of functions, this smartphone boasts a Snapdragon processor, Oxygen-based OS, and a Fluid display screen, among others. All the interested buyers can now buy OnePlus 8T smartphone for $549 on the Oppomart website.

Boasting a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G Octa-core processor with 2.84GHz octa-core CPUs, the OnePlus 8T consumes less power and offers enhanced efficiency. Adreno 650 GPU provides decent graphics for an uninterrupted gaming session. This smartphone is powered by Android 11 OS with an OxygenOS 11 version for a seamless operation. With up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, this phone offers a smooth multitasking experience. It also comes in an 8GB RAM variant that has 128GB UFS 3.1 storage.

OnePlus 8T features a quad-rear 48MP+16MP+5MP+2MP camera and Sony IMX471 16MP camera on the front for clicking quality photos. Additionally, it comes with a 4500mAh battery with Warp Charge 65 fast charging that gets one up and running in just half an hour. Its 6.55-inch 120Hz Fluid display offers an immersive experience while the in-display fingerprint unlocking adds to the versatility.

Furthermore, if the users wish to protect their phones from accidental bumps and falls, the Oppomart is offering unique OnePlus 8T phone cases to cater to various consumer needs. Each cover is made from a different material and has a distinctive look to provide multiple options.

All the interested readers can head on to the Oppomart website to buy the flagship OnePlus 8T at $549. Apart from the RAM and ROM variants, this smartphone also offers color alternatives of Silver and Green.

Chuwi Hi10 XR is the World’s First 10.1-inch Intel N4120 Tablet

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Greeva Agnihotri

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Oct 19, 2020

The Hi10 series of 10.1-inch tablet computer, owned by Chuwi, has been pretty well received by the consumers. To add more to it, the company is now coming with its upgraded version- the Chuwi Hi10 XR. Featuring Gemini Lake Refresh N4120 processor that offers powerful performance and a touch IPS screen, this device is here to give the users an entirely new experience. Additionally, it is the world’s first 10.1-inch tablet to be powered by the Intel Gemini Lake N1420.

The Chuwi Hi10 XR tablet comes with an Intel Gemini Lake Refresh N4120 processor that adopts a 4 core and 4 thread design. With an upgraded 2.6GHz core frequency, this device offers a seamless performance. Its built-in 9th Gen UHD 600 graphics card can conveniently decode a 4K video. This tablet comes with a 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM to offer efficient multi-tasking and ample storage space. Running on a Windows 10 operating system, the Hi10 XR can conveniently conduct all MS Office tasks. The versatile form of this processor makes it ideal for both official and personal use.

Compared to its predecessors, the Hi10 XR has undergone a significant improvement. It offers 125% multicore performance of that of Hi10 X and 165% single-core performance of Hi10 Air.

The Hi10 XR boasts a 10.1-inch touch IPS screen with a 1920 x 1200p resolution. It can be used as an ideal entertainment unit for watching 4K videos too. This tablet also supports an external keyboard to transform itself into a sleek 2-in-1 notebook. Its dual-Type-C interface allows convenient charging and multiple connecting options.

Being the world’s first 10.1-inch tablet to feature the N4120 processor, the Chuwi Hi10 XR s expected to provide enhanced performance and versatility. Offering a 2-in-1 configuration, this device performs adequately for both official and personal use. The sleek form of this device makes it convenient to store and carry, making it ideal for light travelers.

Oukitel C22 Smartphone- Price, Features, and Specifications

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Greeva Agnihotri

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Oct 19, 2020

Ever since the news broke out about Oukitel releasing the Oukitel C22, there have been speculations about the new features and its design. The flagship C series smartphone is enhanced with a powerful battery, a high-performance processor, and an OS with the latest features, to name a few. The price of AliExpress is currently $189.99, but according to our understanding of Oukitel, the selling price of their new product is generally about half of the original price. The Oukitel C22 comes in 3 color variants of Midnight Black, Grey, and Mint Green.

Oukitel C22 runs on Android v10.0 OS, and that can, however, be upgraded to the latest OS version. Powered by Mediatek MT6761 processor with Quad-core 2 GHz Cortex-A53 chipset, this device offers decent performance. This smartphone boasts a PowerVR GE8300 GPU for an improved gaming experience. It features 4 GB RAM and 128 GB ROM to provide quality multi-tasking and ample storage space for media, documents, and application-based files. The storage space can be expanded using a microSD card.
Featuring a 5.86-inch screen with 720 x 1520p resolution and up to 400 nits, this smartphone offers a satisfactory viewing experience for its budget pricing. This IPS capacitive touchscreen phone is capable of providing the user with multitouch control.

Oukitel C22 boasts a 13+2+2MP triple-rear camera with an LED flash, where the primary camera has an aperture of f2.2, and the blur- and micro-lens have an aperture of f2.4. Its auto-focus mode allows the user to highlight the subject conveniently. The 8MP selfie enhances the images with AI Beautification. This feature identifies the age and gender automatically to hide all the blemishes for a flawless result. Additionally, this Oukitel smartphone comes with a 4000mAh Li-Po battery that can last throughout the day on a single charge. With a 10W charger, the phone offers fast charging to help the user save time.

As for the connectivity, the Oukitel C22 is compatible with 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. With dual SIM capacity, the user can use 2 different network bands from the same device. The built-in GLONASS GPS allows the user to track the precise geographical coordinates. It is enhanced with sensors like accelerometer, fingerprint, light, and proximity for versatile use. One can unlock the device with facial recognition or a fingerprint scanner. This Oukitel smartphone is compatible with micro USB 2.0.

Oukitel C22 smartphone comes in EU, Japan, and North and South American versions to cater to multiple needs. Its well-budgeted price range makes it ideal for a large consumer base globally.

Published Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad specs tell us what to expect for the Tab P11

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 18, 2020

Lenovo plans to launch the Tab P11 Pro in China as the Xiaoxin Pad Pro. The manufacturer has also confirmed there will be a standard version called the Xiaoxin Pad. We believe this standard version will be the same tablet that will launch as the Lenovo Tab P11 in other markets.

Yesterday, Lenovo China published the spec sheet for the Xiaoxin Pad Pro and Xiaoxin Pad. Since we already know that of the Pro model since it is just a rebadged Tab P11 Pro, the specs of the standard Xiaoxin Pad are what we will focus on since they should be the same specs for the Lenovo Tab P11.

The Xiaoxin Pad will come with an 11.0-inch TDDI LCD display with a 2000 x 1200 resolution and 400 nits of brightness. It has uniform bezels on all sides but they are not as thin as those of the Pro model.

Under the hood is a Snapdragon 662 processor and it is paired with 6GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.1 expandable storage. The tablet also has an 8MP selfie camera and a TOF camera for face unlock while a single 13MP camera sits on the back.

The Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad has four 1W speakers but they are not JBL speakers like those of the pro model. However, they have Dolby Atmos. It doesn’t have a fingerprint scanner too which the Xiaoxin Pad Pro has buried in its power button. The Xiaoxin Pad has an IP52 rating and support for a pressure-sensitive stylus with 4096 pressure points and a keyboard dock. There is a 7700mAh battery powering it and it supports 20W charging via a USB-C port.

Lenovo will unveil the Xioxin tablets in China on October 20, but a date for the Lenovo Tab P11 is still unknown. We hope it arrives before the Pro model goes on sale next month.

Poll of The Week: Which will you buy – Mi 10T, Mi 10T Pro, or OnePlus 8T?

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 18, 2020

Last week, the OnePlus 8T launched globally. The new OnePlus flagship brings lots of new features including 65W fast charging. Xiaomi also announced the Mi 10T series in India a few days ago, weeks after it launched in Europe. If you are planning to get a new flagship phone, there is a chance these phones are on your radar.

For this week’s poll, we want to know which of the three devices you will choose if you were to purchase a phone. Is it the Mi 10T Pro with its 108MP triple rear cameras and 144Hz display, the more affordable Mi 10T, or the OnePlus 8T which not only has faster charging but runs Android 11 out of the box?

Please take the poll and also let us know in the comment box why you prefer one over the others.

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Xiaomi to announce a new wireless fast charging technology tomorrow

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 18, 2020

Xiaomi has an announcement scheduled for tomorrow and from the teaser, it is a new fast wireless charging technology.

Information about the announcement tomorrow was shared on Weibo along with a photo showing Xiaomi’s progress in wireless technology over the years.

As seen in the image, Xiaomi’s first phone with support for wireless charging, the Mi MIX 2S, only supported 7.5W wireless charging. Its successor, the Mi MIX 3 launched with 10W wireless charging. The big leap came with the 2019 Mi 9 which has support for 20W fast wireless charging.

The same year, Xiaomi increased the speed by 50% with the launch of the Mi 9 Pro which has support for 30W wireless fast charging. Early this year, Xiaomi unveiled its 40W fast wireless charging technology, and back in August, it announced the Mi 10 Ultra which has support for 50W wireless fast charging. The question now is “what is the next one going to be?”.

Last week, we reported that a leaker had revealed that phones with support for 100W fast wireless charging will arrive next year. There is a possibility Xiaomi may announce 100W fast wireless charging tomorrow ahead of its debut in a phone next year. However, this is just a guess and the figure may be lower. Nevertheless, a record will be set tomorrow and we are excited.

New Huawei Body Fat Scale receives bluetooth certification

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 18, 2020

The smart health fitness market may be ruled by wearables but there are other smart health products too such as smart scales. Brands such as Xiaomi, Honor, and Huawei all have smart scales that you can purchase and it appears Huawei has a new one coming soon.

The Bluetooth SIG website has certified a new Huawei/Honor Body Fat Scale. The scale has model number HEM-B19 and connects via Bluetooth 5.0. While it is already evident from the name, this scale not only measures body weight but also body fat composition.

This is not Huawei’s first body fat scale. It announced one a few years ago that can measure weight, BMI, body fat percentage, muscle mass, bone mass, protein, visceral fat, body water percentage, and BMR (basal metabolic rate).

This new scale should be able to measure all of the aforementioned and more accurately. We expect it to launch first in China but Huawei may decide to announce it first in a different market.

Samsung Galaxy A02 and M02 receive Bluetooth SIG certification

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 18, 2020

Two Samsung devices last week appeared on Norwegian NEMKO’s website. The two models bear the model numbers SM-A025F and SM-M025F and are believed to be the Galaxy A02 and Galaxy M02. The models have now been certified by Bluetooth SIG which is an indication that the models will soon be launched.

Interestingly, both certifications are contained in the same certification document which is an indication that both models may be the same phones but will launch in different markets under either of the two names.

Unfortunately, the specifications of the smartphones are not contained in the Bluetooth SIG listing. However, the SM-A025F had earlier appeared on Geekbench database revealing the presence of a Qualcomm chipset, Android 10, and 2GB RAM.

Geekbench listings are usually scanty on the specifications but rumours have it that the Galaxy A02 will pack a 5.7-inch HD+ display and will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 processor. The device equally packs two cameras at the rear which consists of a 13MP main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. At the front., there will be an 8MP selfie shooter. The phone crams a decent 3,500 mAh battery under the hood.

Samsung is yet to release any word concerning the Galaxy A02 and M02 but we expect more information about the models to emerge in the coming weeks.

Renders give us an early look at the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21 Ultra

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 18, 2020

The Galaxy S21 or Galaxy S30 series have been reported to arrive earlier than their predecessors, and now we have our very first look at the Galaxy S21 and the Galaxy S21 Ultra.

The renders of the two phones are from Steve Hemmerstoffer a.k.a. OnLeaks, and unlike previous leaks which have been released in collaboration with tech sites, the renders of the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21 Ultra were posted on Voice.

Galaxy S21

Starting with the Galaxy S21, Samsung has completely ditched the curve on the screen which means the display is completely flat just like that of the Galaxy S20 FE. What has remain unchanged is the hole punch which remains in the center. The screen is said to be about 6.2-inches in size.

The back of the Galaxy S21 is where the significant change is. While it still sports a triple camera setup, the camera housing takes on a new design. Unlike that of its predecessor which is “floating”, the camera housing for the S21 begins from the edge, making it look like it is fused to the frame.

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Samsung has gone with a different finish for the glass covering the housing which makes it stand out from the rest of the back panel. Another change is the LED flash which is no longer inside the camera housing but now outside. Personally, I think it sticks out like a sore thumb and would be better if housed together with the cameras. An elongated pill-shaped LED flash like that of the OPPO F17 Pro will also look better.

The Galaxy S21 still has its power button and volume rocker on the left while the bottom of the phone is home to a USB-C port, microphone, and speaker grille. The SIM tray remains at the top.

The upcoming flagship’s dimensions are given as 151.7 x 71.2 x 7.9 millimeters. The thickness increases to 9.0 millimeters when you add the camera bump.

Galaxy S21 Ultra

Shortly after posting the renders of the Galaxy S21, OnLeaks also posted those of the Galaxy S21 Ultra which will be the highest model in the series.

The Galaxy S21 Ultra sports a slightly curved display with a centered punch hole for the selfie camera. The screen size has been revealed to be between 6.7 and 6.9 inches.

Just like the Galaxy S21, the Galaxy S21 Ultra features a redesigned camera housing, one that can be described as gigantic at best. This camera housing is quite big as it occupies more than a third of the length of the phone.

The glass covering the cameras extends to the edges of the top and left side of the frame too. Inside the housing are four cameras, one of which is a periscope lens, and an LED flash.

The Galaxy S21 Ultra has its buttons and port in the same place as the Galaxy S21. However, while rumors say it will have support for the S Pen, there is no slot for it created on the device. Notwithstanding, this doesn’t mean it won’t support the S Pen.

The phone measures 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 millimeters (10.8 millimeters with the camera bump).

OnLeaks corroborates that the Galaxy S21 series will indeed launch in January 2021, arriving earlier than the Galaxy S20 series.

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