Omdia: OLED TV shipments have finally crossed 10 million units

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Oct 14, 2020

Televisions have become one of the main source of entertainment during the pandemic. This resulted in the increase of TV shipments after a very long time. OLED TVs in particular also witnessed growth in shipments despite the forecast was lowered earlier this year, according to a report by Omdia.

OMDIA (formerly IHS Markit) is a research firm similar to Counterpoint Research and IDC to name a few. Back in April, the firm predicted that OLED TV shipments will be 3.5 million units in 2020. An earlier report by the same company forecasted 4.5 million and at the end of last year, it predicted 5.5 million units.

But now, it says the OLED TV shipments will only reach 3.3 million units, which is still 10% more than in 2019. Also, the company predicts that shipments will reach 1.2 million units in the last quarter of 2020 and 1.04 million units in Q1 2021. According to the firm, the Q4 2020 shipments will be 30% compared to Q4 2019.

That’s not all, as per OMDIA, OLED TV shipments may reach 9 million units in 2024. Above all, the overall shipments have finally crossed 10 million units in September (10.32 million units) since LG launched the first commercial OLED TV in 2013.

Currently, a total of 19 brands offer OLED televisions. This number is expected to grow in the coming years. Last but not least, LG Display is the dominant OLED panel supplier in the world.

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OnePlus unveils a new power bank; Bullets Wireless Z earphones gets a Bass Edition

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 14, 2020

OnePlus announced a number of accessories today and among them is a new power bank, which marks their return to that product category after a 5-year hiatus. There is also the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z Bass Edition.

OnePlus Powerbank

The first OnePlus Power Bank was released in 2015. It has taken OnePlus 5 years to launch another one.

The new OnePlus Powerbank comes with a new design and new features. The battery capacity is still 10000mAh but it now supports 18W fast charging. OnePlus says it will automatically detect the fast charging technology supported by your device, so as to adjust power output accordingly.

There is also a low-current mode that can be turned on by double-pressing the power button. This mode is used for charging low-power devices such as fitness trackers and Bluetooth headsets. The power bank has two USB-A output ports and a USB-C port. On the side is a round power button.

The power bank comes in Blue and Green colorways and ships with a 2-in-1 charging cable that has both a MicroUSB and USB-C end. The price tag for the new OnePlus Power Bank is INR 1,299 (~$18) and it will be available for purchase on OnePlus.in and OnePlus Store app starting tomorrow. It will go on sale on Amazon, Flipkart, and OnePlus offline stores on October 16.

OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z Bass Edition

The Bullets Wireless Z released earlier this year now gets a new version called Bullets Wireless Z Bass Edition. Available in Reverb Red and Bass Blue, OnePlus has made some design changes alongside re-engineering it for richer vocals and deeper, cleaner bass.

The most noticeable change is the in-line remote. The image below shows the in-line remote for the Bass Edition on the left and that of the standard edition on the right.

Just like the standard edition, this also supports fast charging, so a 10-minute charge will provide 10 hours of playback. However, battery life is now 17 hours. The OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z Bass Edition also has a lower latency mode of 100ms as against the 110ms of the standard edition.

The OnePlus Bullets Z Bass Edition will sell for INR 1,999 (~$27). Limited sales for the earphones will begin on OnePlus.in and the OnePlus Store app tomorrow, October 15. Amazon India, Flipkart, and OnePlus exclusive offline stores will also have limited sales on October 16. It will then be available for purchase across online and offline stores on November 2.

Get $100 Off on OnePlus 8 Pro on Giztop till 20th October

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Greeva Agnihotri

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Oct 14, 2020

OnePlus 8 Pro comes with a robust spec-sheet that offers excellent performance, supporting high-end games and decent usage. With versatile charging options and sleek design, this smartphone caters to various consumer needs. This device is available for sale with a whopping $100 discount on Giztop and can be availed by just adding a coupon code.

OnePlus 8 Pro runs on Android v10 (Q) OS to let users enjoy the latest functions and layout. Furthermore, this phone is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset and powered by a 2.84GHz Octa-core Kryo 585 processor set up with 2.84GHz Single-core, 2.42GHz, Tri-core, and 1.8GHz Quad-core. It’s Adreno 650 GPU and 8GB RAM offers seamless gaming and multitasking experience. OnePlus 8 Pro comes in a variant of 128GB and 256GB UFS 3.0 storage, with the latter having 12GB RAM.

OnePlus 8 Pro smartphone boasts a 6.78-inch 120Hz Fluid QHD+ AMOLED display with a resolution of 1440x3168p and 513 ppi. Featuring an aspect ratio of 19.8:9 and a screen-to-body ratio of 90.36%, this smartphone offers an immersive viewing experience. The display features a sturdy Corning Gorilla Glass panel to prevent physical damage.

As for the camera, the OnePlus 8 Pro features a 16MP f/2.45 primary camera with an Exmor RS sensor and screen flash for snapping sharp selfies and video calls. The rear has a 48+48+8+5MP camera consisting of an f/1.78 main lens with an Exmor-RS CMOS sensor, f/2.2 ultra-wide lens, f/2.44 telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and f/2.4 lens, respectively. For the power capacity, this smartphone features a 4510mAh Li-ion battery that can last throughout the day. Offering wireless charging along with Wrap Fast Charging technology, this device provides versatile charging options and can power up 50% of the battery within 30 minutes.

Enhanced with a host of features, the OnePlus 8 Pro is a power-packed smartphone covering most of the sought after specifications. This device is on sale on Giztop with over $100 discount. Interested readers can simply add “OP8PRO” to avail this offer. The deal is available for both European and global versions and valid till 20th October.

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LG Pra.L MediHair is a “helmet” that helps with hair growth

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 14, 2020

LG has a beauty product division called Pra.L. Products under the line include an ultrasonic cleanser for the face, a derma LED mask, and a galvanic ion booster. Now, it has announced a new product called MediHair which is practically a helmet that helps with hair growth.

The LG Pra.L MediHair uses what is called Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) to stimulate hair growth. It does this with the aid of 146 lasers and 104 LED lights which stimulate the stem cells responsible for hair growth and thus slows down baldness. The press release by LG says the LED lights are concentrated where hair loss mostly occurs which is the crown and the front of the head.

LLLT has been approved by the FDA as a treatment for Androgenetic alopecia which is popularly known as male-pattern baldness. LG claims that a clinical study carried out by the Seoul National University Hospital found out that using LG Pra.L MediHair three times a week for 16 weeks does improve hair density and thickness.

There are three main operational modes – a Total Care mode that treats the entire scalp, a Front Care mode that focuses on just the front, and a Top Care mode that focuses on the crown. LG says there is a My Care mode that uses sensors to detect the areas to focus on if the user is not sure which mode to choose.

MediaHair also hs a wear detection sensor that ensures the user wears it properly. there is also a band adjustment dial to make sure the device fits well on the head.

LG says it will hold an event soon where 100 people will receive the LG Pra.L MediHair free of charge. The event will be carried out at public stores. The device itself will be announced at the end of the month. We should know how much it costs then.

Huawei reportedly planning to sell the Honor brand with Xiaomi, TCL in the picture

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 14, 2020

Earlier this month, noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicted that Huawei may sell off the Honor smartphone business in order to disentangle that brand from the effect of the US sanction. That report was instantly refuted by the Chinese tech giant. However, Reuter reports that Huawei is currently in talks with Digital China Group and other potential buyers to sell parts of its Honor smartphone unit which was established in 2013. The deal could fetch the tech giant up to 25 billion yuan ($3.7 billion).

The report which quotes people with knowledge of the matter also fingered Digital China Group as the frontrunner to secure the deal but other companies like Xiaomi and electronics manufacturer TCL are also in the picture.

The frontrunner, Digital China is an offshoot of Legend Holdings which later transformed to Lenovo in 2001. we cant say if Digital China group is still a part of the Lenovo holdings but the company has been the main distributor for Honor phones before now.

There is no official word yet on this and according to the source, the assets that would form part of the deal are yet to be finalised. Huawei declined to comment on this report, the same thing for TCL. Reuters says Digital China and Xiaomi did not respond to requests for comment.

In his essay, Ming-chi Kuo noted that if Huawei sells the Honor mobile phone business, it will be a win-win situation for Honor brands, suppliers and China’s electronics industry. The analyst noted that if Honor is independent of Huawei, the procurement of parts will not be restricted by the US ban on Huawei. This he said, will help Honor mobile phone business and suppliers grow. The company may have decided to tow this path after all. We’ll wait to see how this pans out.

Samsung Galaxy M31 Prime Edition goes official in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 14, 2020

Samsung Galaxy M31 Prime Edition has been hovering around the tech news space for quite some time now. An early listing by Amazon.in gave us a glimpse of some of the key specs as well as the price. The Korean tech giant has now officially unveiled the Galaxy M31 Prime edition in India.

The Galaxy M31 prime Edition comes several months after the introduction of the Galaxy M31 back in February and the Galaxy M31s which made its entrance in July. The new model is announced to come in a single variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage but the Amazon listing shows the existence of a 64GB model which Samsung may release at a later date. It carries a decent retail price of Rs. 16,499 ($225) which should be a major catalyst in driving the sales. The phone will be available in three color variants – Ocean Blue, Space Black, and Iceberg Blue.

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The Galaxy M31 Prime Edition is scheduled to go on sale for the first time in India on October 17 via Samsung’s official store online and Amazon.in as well as on select retail stores across the country. However, Amazon Prime members will get the privilege of buying it a day earlier.

In terms of the specifications, the Samsung Galaxy M31 Prime Edition comes with the same internal configuration as the Galaxy M31. Just see this as the Prime Edition of the Galaxy M31 perhaps aimed at celebrating Amazon Prime day 2020.

To recall, the Galaxy M31 is fired up by an Exynos 9611 SoC and sports a 6.4-inch FullHD+ Super AMOLED display. For photography, there is a 32MP selfie camera and at the rear, it features a 64MP quad-camera setup. Proving the interface is the Android 10-based One UI 2.1. The premium mid-range model also comes with a rear-mounted fingerprint reader and gets its juice from a mammoth 6,000 mAh battery with 15W charging.

The Galaxy M31 Prime Edition gets a free 3-month Amazon Prime subscription. It equally comes with an ‘Always On’ Amazon shopping app, which offers quick access to products on Amazon with a right swipe on the home screen. Furthermore, the mobile phone is pre-installed with a dedicated folder that is stuffed with popular Amazon ecosystem apps such as Amazon Shopping, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Music, Kindle, and Audible.

Xiaomi Mi Air 2 Pro TWS earbuds available on GIZTOP for $129

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Balaji S

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Oct 14, 2020

Xiaomi launched the Mi Air 2 Pro Truly Wireless(TWS) earbuds yesterday. It is currently available only in China. However, if you are someone who is living in other parts of the globe, you can get your early hands on the new TWS via our GIZTOP website for just $129.

Xiaomi’s new Mi Air 2 Pro takes a slight departure from the predecessor, the Mi Air 2. It has a design similar to the Apple’s AirPods Pro and has an angled earpiece with silicone ear tips and a cylindrical stem. It comes in a single black color variant. The material is ABS(Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) which is a hard plastic. It weighs in at 6.5g each and 60grams along with a charging case that has a similar design to the Air 2.

Xiaomi Mi Air 2 Pro Specifications

The Mi Air 2 Pro has upgraded specifications like the ANC compared to predecessor. First, each of the earbuds has a 12mm coil with an LCP composite diaphragm. In addition to the liquid crystal dynamic coil, it has grammy master tuning for studio-quality sound. The earbuds also support aptX adaptive, LHDC V3 audio codecs. As per the company, the audio latency is as low as 100ms.

The highlight of the earbuds is the Active Noise Cancellation(ANC). Xiaomi says the earbuds can block outside noise up to 35dB. Additionally, it has Hybrid noise reduction as well. It also has 3 mics for better call quality. In terms of battery life, the Air 2 Pro has a claimed 28hrs of playback along with the charging case. Xiaomi says the individual earbuds last about 7hrs if ANC is turned OFF. The earbuds supports fast charging via Type-C port and Qi wireless charging standards.

As for connectivity, it has Bluetooth 5.0 and we can expect a coverage of 10 meters distance from the connected device. Further, it has touch controls for media, calls and also supports XiaoAI voice control. You can activate it by double-tapping the left earbud or saying the “XiaoAI” command. It also has an AUTO CONNECT feature wherein earbuds automatically connects to MIUI devices when the cover is opened. The phone will then connect to it before displaying the status of the battery.

Price, Availability, and Shipping

The Xiaomi Mi Air 2 Pro Truly Wireless earbuds are available at $129 on GIZTOP. As is the case for other products, the TWS earbuds is shipped to the majority of Europe, the USA. And, you can grab one of them right now by clicking here.

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Hisense Galaxy OLED TVs with IMAX Enhanced launched in China

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 14, 2020

Hisense has launched a new Galaxy series of OLED TVs in its home country China in two sizes. The 55-inch version comes with model number 55J70 priced at 6,999 yuan ($1,040), whereas the 65-inch variant bears the model number 65J70 and costs 9,999 yuan ($1,485). The highlight of these products is that they are the first Chinese-branded televisions to come with IMAX Enhanced certification.

Hisense Galaxy OLED 55J70 / 65J70 Specifications

Apart from the difference in screen sizes and thickness, the newly launched Hisense Galaxy OLED 55J70 / 65J70 TVs feature identical specifications and features.

These TVs, as their name suggests, sport OLED panels with 4K resolution, 1.07 billion colors, 137% wide color gamut, 13,50,000:1 contrast ratio, ΔE1.2 JNCD, and 178° viewing angle. Though the screens are limited to 60Hz, the televisions come with MEMC to improve the experience while watching fast-paced content.

Further, the new Hisense Galaxy OLED TVs come with IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Vision, and multiple other certifications for low blue-light emission. the TVs feature metal body as well as metal stands.

As for thickness, the smaller 55-inch is only 3.8mm thick, whereas the 65-inch version measures 4.9mm. That means these two televisions are thinner than all the smartphones available in the market. That said, the bottom part is thicker as it accommodates an unknown quad-core chipset with 4 x ARM Cortex-A73 cores paired with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage along with speakers, microphones, I/O interfaces.

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Talking about audio, like most high-end smart TVs, both the models come with far-field microphones for voice control and support DTS Listen, DTS Virtual X, and Dolby Audio.

Last but not least, these televisions run Android Pie with Hisense’s own skin on top of it. They also come with the company’s Magic Image Quality Engine Pro (translated), a software tweak to offer an overall better quality content viewing experience.

South Korean Telecom equipment makers are shifting production to Vietnam

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Sean

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Oct 14, 2020

As global telecom equipment makers like Ericsson and Nokia shift downscale their production in China, their South Korean suppliers are also following suit. Ace Technologies and KMW, the suppliers of the two telecom equipment giants are shifting their production to Vietnam.

According to TheElec report, the move from Ericsson and Nokia has become an opportunity for its South Korean components and materials providers that have facilities in Vietnam, as per a source close to the matter. KMW and Ace Technologies supply their goods to Nokia and Ericsson respectively and are downsizing their productions in China, and now focusing more on Vietnam.

Similarly, Samsung has also moved its Networking division from Gumi to Suwon back in 2019, and had begun mass production in the country within the same year. Notably, Many South Korean suppliers have already built a good foundation in Vietnam, as they followed the tech giant, Samsung, who had been investing heavily in the Southeast Asian country.

At the moment, Vietnam is offering cheaper labor costs in comparison to China and is more suitable for mid sized supplier firms. Ace Technologies had completed its new factory in the region back in March, which has tripled its production capacity of radio systems and antenna filter units. It is now also planning on producing over 100,000 units of 4G and 5G remote radio heads as well.

Xiaomi Youpin launches MIJIA Pillar Room Heater, features infrared sensors

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Sean

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Oct 14, 2020

Xiaomi Youpin has just launched a new MIJIA product. It is the new MIJIA Pillar room heater that was launched earlier today (14th October 2020) and is priced at 399 Yuan (roughly 60 US Dollars).

With the winter season being just around the corner, the company has launched a new room heater. We had previously covered the launch of the MIJIA desktop heater, and this product seems to be another launch within the company’s new lineup of heaters. It has a power draw of 2100W and uses a non optical semiconductor ceramic PTC heating element, which can immediately give out hot air almost as soon as it is turned on.

A notable inclusion is an infrared sensor in the device that can automatically detect and align the airflow according to the position of the users. Additionally, it can also automatically sense and adjust its air supply based on the angle or range of air being blown out. The MIJIA Pillar room heater also supports 5 different modes that the user can change depending on their needs.

This includes a whole house heating mode, sleep mode, hot air mode, warm air, and a natural wind mode. The device is currently listed on the Xiaomi Youpin platform for the price of 399 Yuan. While it has just been unveiled, the room heater will be available for purchase starting from 16th October 2020 in China.

Thailand Smartphone market sees a slight decline of 9% in Q2 2020: IDC

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Sean

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Oct 14, 2020

The Thai smartphone market saw a slight decline in the second quarter of 2020. In Q2, the smartphone market saw a total of 4.3 million units being shipped, which is an increase of 21.2 percent quarter on quarter, but a drop of 8.8 percent year on year.

Generally, the second quarter is known to record an increase in shipments due to the season. However, this period was hampered by the Coronavirus pandemic that caused various governments to induce local lockdowns. Various OEMs had to quickly adapt to the new situation and focus more on online channels of distribution and ran multiple promotional campaigns as well.

Since the outbreak caused the physical outlet and regular stores to shut down. Smartphone manufacturers had to take to online platforms and leverage social media for marketing along with promotions and sales. According to an IDC report, the smartphone market will make a recovery. However, the market in Thailand will face another decline in the third quarter of 2020 due to seasonally low demands during that period alongside other economic factors.

Although, the fourth and final quarter is expected to see a bump in shipments as the new iPhones start shipping, especially considering that Apple is opening a new store in the country, which is the second in Thailand. This would also help build the Cupertino based giant’s presence in the market while making retail activities reach regular levels again.

Microsoft Surface Pro X with SQ2 chipset launched in India for ₹1,49,999 ($2,047)

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 14, 2020

Earlier this month, Microsoft unveiled an updated Surface Pro X with SQ2 chipset, 16GB RAM and up to 512GB storage. This 2-in-1 has now launched in India just after two weeks from its initial announcement. It will be available in three colors and can be purchased from authorised resellers across the country.

The new updated Microsoft Surface Pro X differs from the original model in terms of chipset, RAM, storage, and colors. Apart from these changes, it is through and through the original Surface Pro X that launched last year. Therefore, the company continues to sell the older models as base variants.

The latest Surface Pro X is powered by SQ2 chipset with Adreno 690 GPU. This chip has been developed in partnership with Qualcomm. It is based on Snapdragon 8cx Gen2, however, without the 5G modem. Also unlike the original Surface Pro X, the new model comes with 16GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB/512GB M.2 2230 SSD. It can be bought in either Platinum, Ice Blue, or Poppy Red color option.

Other features of the device include a 13-inch PixelSense display (2880 x 1920 pixels) with 3:2 aspect ratio, 10MP rear camera, 5MP front camera with support for Windows Hello, 2 x USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports, nano-SIM/eSIM card slots for 4G connectivity via Snapdragon X24 LTE modem, WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, Surface Connect port for charging, and pogo-pin connector for the Signature Keyboard accessory.

As for pricing, the updated Microsoft Surface Pro X costs ₹1,49,999 ($2,047) and ₹1,78,999 ($2,443) for 256GB and 512GB respectively in India.

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Redmi K30S could be the name of the last K30 series smartphone

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 14, 2020

Redmi is reportedly planning to launch a new smartphone soon. It is said to break cover as a Redmi K30 series smartphone. Previous reports have claimed that the device could be called the Redmi K30Tv. However, a new leak claims that it will be debuting as the Redmi K30S and it will be the last Redmi K30 series smartphone.

Previous reports have revealed that the Xiaomi Mi 10T will be rebranded as a Redmi K30 series device in China. Based on the new leak, it can be said that the Mi 10T could be landing in the home market as the Redmi K30S.

There are speculations that the Redmi K30S may go official either by the end of this month or early in the coming month. Its arrival could be timed for the upcoming 11 / 11 (Nov. 11) shopping festival in the home market.

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Xiaomi MI 10T specifications

The Xiaomi Mi 10T has a 6.67-inch IPS LCD full HD+ display that offers a 144Hz refresh rate. The punch-hole cutout on the screen houses a 20-megapixel selfie camera and its rear is fitted with a 64-megapixel + 13-megapixel (ultrawide) + 5-megapixel (macro) triple camera system.

The Snapdragon 865 mobile platform fuels the device with up to 8 GB of RAM. The phone offers 128 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. The MIUI 12 based Android 10 OS runs on the device.

Apple ships the iPhone 12 series with Lightning EarPods in France

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Sean

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Oct 14, 2020

Apple has just launched its latest generation of flagship smartphones, the iPhone 12 series. The new lineup supports 5G networking and among other things it ships without a charger or earphones that it always uses to arrive with. However, the company is shipping its iPhone 12 series with earphones in the box in France.

According to Apple’s official French website, the Cupertino based giant is shipping the iPhone 12 series with USB Type C to lightning cable wires along with the lightning earphones. For those unaware, Apple has infamously just dropped the charger and earphones that it has always shipped its smartphones with. So, unlike other regions, the company has decided to include the earphones in the box for the region.

Speculations have arisen regarding the discrepancy and a few users on Reddit have pointed towards local laws and regulations that require Apple to do so. Unfortunately, while laws might be the reason why the company is shipping the earphones, it is currently unknown which law, in particular, is the reason.

One stated that smartphone manufacturers are required to ship smartphones with earphones due to accessibility or disability laws, while another has pointed out that France mandates that phone makers must provide an “accessory for limiting the exposure of the head to radioelectric emissions during communications.”

POCO executive hints arrival of new smartphone; Could be rebranded Redmi Note 10 4G

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 14, 2020

Last month, POCO announced the POCO X3 NFC smartphone in global markets. With few modifications, these devices debuted as the POCO X3 in India. Apart from the POCO X3, all the other POCO phones that went official earlier this year were rebranded versions of Xiaomi smartphones. POCO’s Product Marketing Manager and Global Spokesperson revealed through a tweet that “POCO isn’t finished with this year yet,” which indicates that it could be gearing up to launch a new smartphone.

A Xiaomi phone with model number M2010J19SC was certified by the MIIT authority of China last month. The handset was found to be equipped with support for 4G connectivity. The global edition of the phone that has a model number of M2010J19CG has now been spotted (via MySmartPrice) at the database of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC). The interesting thing about this device is that it is listed as a POCO device.

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According to a popular tipster who goes by Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the M2010J19SC phone will be heading to China as the Redmi Note 10 4G. Hence, it appears that the device could be selling as a POCO device in the global markets.

At present, there is no information available on the specifications of the Redmi Note 10 4G. It is speculated that the Note 10 lineup includes at least three devices such as Note 10 4G, Note 10 5G, and Note 10 Pro 5G.

Rumors have it that the Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite 5G will be rebranded as the Redmi Note 10 5G or Note 10 Pro 5G. Some reports have claimed that the Note 10 series will have the first Redmi phone with a 108-megapixel camera. The next POCO launch event could also see the arrival of the POCO Pop Buds TWS.

OnePlus Buds Z key specs leaked, features Dolby Atmos 3D Stereo Audio

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Sean

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Oct 14, 2020

The OnePlus 8T launch will start later today (14th October) and will have the company launch its new flagship alongside some other peripherals as well. However, just prior to its launch, a new leak has revealed a few key specs of the OnePlus Buds Z.

OnePlus Buds Z
10mm drivers, 3D stereo audio powered by Dolby Atmos.
20 hours of playback per charge, 3 hours per 10-min top-up
Will support Qualcomm Quick Pair
Bluetooth 5.0
Plus, there will be a special edition by Steven Harrington.#oneplus #oneplusbudsz

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) October 14, 2020

According to known leakster Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings), the OnePlus Buds Z will feature 3D stereo audio powered by Dolby Atmos. In the tweet, he also revealed that the latest truly wireless earbuds from the Chinese brand will support Bluetooth 5.0 along with Qualcomm’s Quick Pair. Furthermore, the new earbuds would offer up to 20 hours of playback on a full charge and can offer up to 3 hours of playback with just 10 minutes of charging. If this is true, we can expect some form of quick charging.

Apart from revealing the key specifications of the upcoming earbuds, the leakster also stated that the new OnePlus Buds Z will also arrive in a special edition by Steven Harrington, who is a Californian based contemporary artist. Unfortunately, we will have to wait for the official launch event to know for sure. Although, a few of the leaks like the 10mm drivers are in line with reports we had covered previously.

Similarly, we had also previously reported on the OnePlus Buds Z’s battery capacity and fast charging rates. However, the Dolby Atmos 3D Stereo Audio is a notable inclusion to its specifications. The Qualcomm Quick Pair feature is also a welcomed addition as well. So stay tuned for more updates and the launch event that we will be covering later today.

OPPO A15 will launch tomorrow in India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 14, 2020

Since the beginning of this month, OPPO has been teasing the arrival of the OPPO A15 smartphone through Amazon India. The updated promo page of the phone reveals that it will be made official on Oct. 15 (tomorrow) at 12 PM IST in India. Rumors have it that it will be an entry-level smartphone.

OPPO A15 Specifications (Rumored)

The OPPO A15 posters available on the Amazon India listing shows that it has a fingerprint sensor and a square-shaped camera module on its back. The AI-powered camera system has a 13-megapixel main lens, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The back panel of the phone seems to be made out of polycarbonate material and it can be seen sporting a 3D curved design.

At the front, the device features a 6.5-inch LCD display. The waterdrop notch screen offers HD+ resolution. There is an AI brightness feature that can automatically adjust the brightness of the screen by learning the preferences of the user. The right edge of the phone features a volume rocker and a power key.

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A recent leak revealed that the OPPO A15 smartphone will draw power from the Helio P35 chipset by MediaTek. The SoC will be coupled with 3 GB of RAM. The phone will have internal storage of 32 GB and it will also feature a microSD card slot for more storage.

The device runs on ColorOS 7.2 UI based Android 10 OS. It has a front-facing camera of 5-megapixel and it is fueled by a 4,230mAh battery. It measures 164 x 75 x 8mm and it weighs 175 grams. The handset is expected to go on sale through the Great Indian Sale that begins on Oct. 16 on Amazon India. It is likely to be priced under Rs 10,000 in the country.

Samsung and LG partners to foster local suppliers in South Korea

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Jeet

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Oct 14, 2020

Samsung Display and LG Display, the display-making subsidiary of Samsung and LG have entered into a new strategic partnership to help small and medium-sized enterprises in their home country South Korea.

The development comes at a time when the trade restrictions imposed by the Japanese government last year are still in effect, which has hit the SME suppliers. Thus, Samsung and LG have joined hands to look for alternative solutions for helping SMEs grow.

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As per the reports, Samsung Display and LG Display have established a consultative body which consists of around 30 display business across the supply chain — from materials to components and equipment sector.

Both the company are aiming to help these local suppliers advance their technology, which can in turn help Samsung and LG reduce their reliance on overseas companies and suppliers and at the same time help the local ecosystem grow.

Reports indicate that the South Korean SMEs are now aiming to develop stepper exposure systems and ion implantation equipment with the conglomerate’s help.

Apart from the efforts of these two giants, the South Korean government is also trying to foster local suppliers. It has introduced new policies that should bring in investments of around 5 trillion won by 2022 to 339 component suppliers. Additionally, the government is also offering 1.5 trillion won in tax benefits and subsidies.

iPhone 12 series and HomePod Mini pricing for India confirmed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 14, 2020

Yesterday, Apple held a virtual launch event to announce the iPhone 12 series and the HomePod Mini. These devices are heading to multiple markets including India in the near future. Here is all the information on the pricing of the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, and the HomePod Mini for India.

iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12

The 64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB storage versions of the iPhone 12 mini are priced at Rs 69,900, Rs 74,900, and Rs 84,900, respectively. In the U.S, these variants are priced at $699 (~Rs 37,700), $749 (~Rs 40,400), and $849 (~Rs 45,800), respectively.

The 64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB storage models of the iPhone 12 are priced at Rs 79,900, Rs 84,900, and Rs 94,990, respectively. These variants cost $799 (~Rs 43,100), $849 (~Rs 45,800), and $949 (~Rs 51,200), respectively in the U.S. The iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12 will be available in colors like white, black, blue, green, and red.

iPhone 12 Pro, Pro Max and iPhone 12, 12 Mini

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iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max

The iPhone 12 Pro variants such as 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB are priced at Rs 1,19,900, 1,29,900, and Rs 1,49,900. These models are priced at $999 (~Rs 53,900), $1,099 (~Rs 59,300), and $1,299 (~Rs 70,100), respectively in the U.S.

The iPhone 12 Pro Max variants like 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB are priced at Rs 1,29,900, Rs 1,39,900, and 1,59,900. In the U.S., these variants cost $1,099 (~Rs 59,300), $1,199 (~Rs 64,700), and $1,399 (~Rs 75,500), respectively. The iPhone 12 and 12 Pro Max will be available in Graphite, Silver, Gold, and Pacific Blue color editions in India.

The Apple HomePod Mini is priced at Rs 9,000 and it will be up for pre-orders from Nov. 6. It will hit the Indian markets on Nov. 16. The smart speaker can be bought in colors like White and Space Grey. The MagSafe wireless charger that was also announced at the event is priced at Rs 4,500. In the U.S. both products are priced at $99 (~Rs 7,300) and $39 (~Rs 2,900)), respectively.

Apple confirmed that the iPhone 12 will be for up for purchase from Oct. 30. The company is yet to confirm the availability of the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max.

After iPhone 12 launch, pricing of Apple iPhone XR drops by 800 yuan ($119) in China

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Oct 14, 2020

Apple finally launched its next-generation iPhone 12 models which comes with an OLED display and 5G connectivity support. With the launch of this new lineup, the pricing of some of the older Apple iPhone models has reduced significantly.

For instance, the pricing of the Apple iPhone XR has been slashed by 800 yuan. The 64GB model now costs 3,999 yuan (~$593) instead of 4,799 yuan (~$712) while the 128GB model is priced at 4,499 yuan (~$667) instead of 5,299 yuan (~$786).

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On the other hand, the pricing of the iPhone 11 has been reduced by 700 yuan. The 64GB storage model is now available for 4,799 yuan (~$712) while the 128GB and 256GB models are priced at 5,299 yuan (~$786) and 6,099 yuan (~$905) respectively. The new pricing is now reflecting on the company’s official website.

Coming to the latest smartphones, Apple has launched four models this time — iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max. All of these devices are powered by the latest A14 Bionic chipset, which is manufactured using the 5nm process.

The standard model starts at $799 while the Mini variant is priced at $699. On the other hand, the pricing of the Pro variant starts at $999 while the Pro Max starts at $1,099. As for availability, the iPhone 12 will start shipping from 23rd October while the other three models will be available from 13th November in the United States.

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