OnePlus listens to feedback: Launches new TV remotes with a better design and more buttons

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Jul 3, 2020

Xiaomi showcased its 100W Super Charge Turbo fast charging technology in March 2019. This solution is capable of completely filling a 4,000 mAh battery in just 17 minutes. Now, more than a year later from its revelation, the 120W charger required for the tech gets 3C certification.

Before the launch of any new Chinese smartphone, mostly its charger is the first thing to get certification from the nation’s safety bureau called 3C (China Compulsory Certificate).

Last week, popular China-based tipster Digital Chat Station said that Xiaomi is soon expected to launch its as well as world’s first smartphone with 100W charging support. Looks like his sources were true as a Xiaomi 120W charger with model number MDY-12-ED got its approval on June 28 and was spotted earlier today.

Unsurprisingly, this is the same charger that leaked in a video last month. This particular charger is capable of operating at following power outputs.

5V 3A
9V 3A
11V 6A
20V 4.8A
20V 6A

Now, the biggest question is with which Xiaomi phone this powerful charger will be bundled with when Apple is reported to ship iPhone 12 series without in-box charger.

The strong contender for this is the long-rumored Mi Mix 4, which is expected to launch in Q4 2020. We hope to learn more about this device in the coming days if it is indeed releasing soon.

That said, Xiaomi’s 100W Super Charge Turbo could be soon overtaken by Vivo’s 120W Super FlashCharge in the near future.

Apple iPhone 12’s high end lenses to start shipping in July: Ming-Chi Kuo

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Jul 3, 2020

Known analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed that the high end lenses that will be found in the Apple iPhone 12 series will start shipping later this month in July. These high end lenses will be for the rear facing cameras of the upcoming flagship lineup.

According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple’s manufacturing partner Largan will reportedly begin shipments of camera lenses for the new iPhones in min-July. Apparently, Largan’s estimated production window has been delayed by four to six weeks for the second half of 2020. In other words, iPhone lens shipments will arrive between September and November over August and October that was common in previous years.

Although it wasn’t explicitly mentioned, the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic is likely to be the primary cause behind it. Rumors have also claimed that the Cupertino based giant might be forced to push its traditional September launch cycle to October for the 2020 iPhones. Furthermore, it is unknown what type of lens Apple will specifically receive, but previous reports had mentioned an integrated 7P lenses.

Unfortunately, it is also unclear which new iPhone model will sport these new high end lenses. The iPhone 12 Pro and Max variants are likely to receive these lenses, which will make its way to at least one camera module on the rear. That’s all we have to go on, for now, so stay tuned for more updates

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Sony plans to buy Warframe parent company Leyou Technologies

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Jul 3, 2020

Sony is apparently making planning on buying Leyou Technologies, a major stakeholder in developer Digital Extremes that made Warframe. The company wants to acquire the Chinese game holding firm that has a number of high profile IPs and developers.

According to Bloomberg, the massive acquisition will have Sony acquire multiple popular free to play titles which include, the massively successful Warframe and upcoming Lord of the Rings MMO. Leyou Technologies is valued at 1 Billion US Dollars, but that isn’t something that can deter industry giant Sony. The Japanese company earned over 18 Billion US Dollars through PlayStation gaming in 2019 alone.

Leyou has various games under the Free to Play category that will bump Sonys revenue even further if acquired. Additionally, this buyout would also give the company a stronger foothold on the Chinese gaming market and the global market as a whole. Popular titles under Leyou Technologies include:

Warframe developers Digital Extremes
Splash Damage (the one’s behind the popular PC port of the Halo: Master Chief Collection)
Athlon Games, the publisher behind Samurai Shodown for SNK
Radiance Games and more

If the bid goes through, the gaming world would have a far reaching rippling effect based on Sony’s future plans with the aforementioned studios and their popular video game titles. Although, it is still too early to tell, so stay tuned for further updates that will be provided once more developments are known.

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Oppo Reno 4 Pro Indian variant teased with higher refresh rate

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Jul 3, 2020

Last month, Oppo launched Reno 4 and Reno 4 Pro smartphones in China powered by Snapdragon 765G with support for 5G connectivity and tons of camera features. These handsets even run dedicated ColorOS 7.2 Android 10 skin with special tweaks. Now, as per tech personalities on Twitter, the company will soon launch a different version of the Pro model in global markets like India just like its predecessor.

We're leaking something special today. With this 3D curved screen, can you guess what it is? Do you think 3D curved displays give smartphones a premium feel?

Stay tuned to know more! #sponsored #mysterysponsor pic.twitter.com/xVtTi7n3QH

— Linus Tech Tips (@LinusTech) July 2, 2020

Oppo launched Reno 3 Pro in December 2019 as one of the first mid-range 5G smartphones. But unlike Redmi K30 5G, which launched at the same time, the Oppo phone had a premium vibe to it with better design and features along with costlier price tag.

Then, in March, the brand announced a new phone for global markets but it had the same Reno 3 branding, however without 5G. This handset is still on sale powered by MediaTek Helio P95 instead of a Qualcomm chip. It also features a flat display with dual punch hole camera compared to curved and single punch-hole on the original.

In a nutshell, the global variant is a completely different device but with the same branding. Looks like the same thing is about to happen for the latest Reno 4 Pro.

Here's something exclusive for you. I can confirm that Oppo is indeed bringing a premium device to India, which will likely be the Oppo Reno 4 Pro. For india, it'll be different, 3D curved display will stay, refresh rate and size will change.
Feel free to retweet 😉 #oppoIndia pic.twitter.com/aWPOaF3i86

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) July 3, 2020

According to the tweets by renowned YouTuber Linus Sebastian, the founder of Linus Media Group and Indian tipster Mukul Sharma aka @stufflistings, Oppo will be indeed bringing the Reno 4 Pro to global markets but it could be a different handset altogether similar to its forerunner.

These two tech personalities seem to have gotten hands-on the device already and as per them, it will feature 3D curved display similar to the Reno 4 Pro sold in China but with a change in refresh rate, which could be exclusive to India. Additionally, the picture posted by Linus also showcases the single punch-hole on the top left corner just like the original phone.

That means the Indian variant could arrive with a 120Hz panel instead of 90Hz, whereas the design will remain the same for all the global markets. Also, it is worth noting that the chipset may also differ from the Chinese variant.

Anyway, we expect to know more about this handset in the coming weeks in the form of leaks or teasers ahead of its official launch.

PUBG Mobile earns $3 Billion in lifetime revenue, 2020 alone brought in $1.3 Billion

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Jul 3, 2020

PlayerUnknown’s Battleground Mobile or PUBG Mobile has brought in a massive sum of 3 Billion US Dollars in lifetime revenue. The massively popular online multiplayer game has seen great success globally, with just 2020 bringing in 1.3 Billion Dollars alone.

According to a new report by Sensor Tower, PUBG Mobile has dominated the mobile multiplayer gaming market and within it, the battle royale genre. It has generated revenue which is nearly four times greater than its rival, Garena Free Fire. The game owned by Bluehole has seen 734 million downloads worldwide, with India ranking in highest for the number of downloads. Indians make up 24 percent of the player base while China ranks second with 16.7 percent and the US third with just 6.4 percent.

Although in terms of spending, Chinese players accounted for 52 percent of the total revenue generated, with the US coming second at 14 percent and Japan third at 5.6 percent. Furthermore, the Apple App Store brought in 79 percent of the player spending while Google Play accounted for 65 percent of all downloads. With the online game is constantly updated with new features and in-game cosmetics, the player base always has something to look forward too.

During this time of crisis, staying at home or working from home has become the norm. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the gaming industry, especially the mobile subcategory, has grown immensely. This is reflected in the 1.3 Billion US Dollars revenue generated in just one half of 2020. In other words, in just 7 months the game doubled its lifetime revenue, which is nothing short of impressive.

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Samsung to fight Coronavirus with new Antimicrobial Smartphone Cases

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Jul 3, 2020

Samsung has trademarked ‘Antimicrobial Coating’ which will be applied on top of cases made by the company. This coating has been proven to be effective against the Coronavirus.

For those unaware, Antimicrobial coating is used to fight again virus strains or particles and bacteria on a given surface as well. At the moment, the world is facing a viral pandemic, with the Coronavirus strain being highly infectious and easy to pass on. Since it survives on certain surfaces, it can easily be transmitted through touch as well. This is where the new Samsung cases come in, as the antimicrobial coating would prevent such particles from staying on the surface of the case.

With no vaccination being currently available, prevention and precaution is the best method against the virus. So, steps like these are also appreciated since smartphones are generally found to be filled with bacteria due to our constant interaction with that piece of technology. The new coating would ensure that even bacteria do not stick around.

The South Korean tech giant has submitted a patent for ‘Antimicrobial Coating’ on June 30 in several countries. Furthermore, the launch of its upcoming flagship Galaxy Note 20 series might be the perfect time for the launch of such protective cases. Although, it is still too soon to tell when they will come out, so stay tuned for more updates.

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Oppo and Vivo withhold investments in India amid growing geopolitical frictions

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Jul 3, 2020

Chinese smartphone makers, Oppo and Vivo, have apparently put a hold on all investments in India related to manufacturing, given the current geopolitical situation. The local government recently banned 59 Chinese apps, which seems like just the tip of the iceberg to much stricter actions that might follow later.

For those unaware, instability and military clashes between the Indo-China borders have led to increasing friction between the two nations. Earlier today (3rd July 2020), we had also reported on various brands facing issues since shipments were being held back, causing delays. And now, Oppo and Vivo are tempering their ambitions in the region. Notably, both smartphone manufacturers have yet to register for India’s production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme.

According to several executives from affected Chinese smartphone brands, the focus during this period was to meet demands post COVID-19 lockdown and invest in manufacturing for the domestic market and exports as well. Although now, these have been put on hold. Vivo had been panning an investment of Rs 7,500 crores (roughly 1 billion US Dollars) to set up a local manufacturing plant, which is the largest investment from any OEM in the region.

Similarly, Oppo was also planning on setting up an Electronic Manufacturing Cluster (EMC) in Greater Noida along with other companies to manufacture electronics and support accessories. It had a total investment of Rs 3,500 crores (roughly 500 million US Dollars). Foxconn too had announced higher investments, but with the geopolitical instability rising, these plans have been put on hold for the moment, since recovery would take time.

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Oppo Reno 10x Zoom can now record videos from ultra-wide & periscope telephoto cameras

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Jul 3, 2020

The Oppo Reno 10x Zoom was arguably one of the best-looking smartphones of 2019. The phone launched with ColorOS 6.1 based on Android Pie and was recently updated to ColorOS 7 with Android 10. Now, the handset has started receiving June 2020 security update in China with support for video recording from ultra-wide and periscope telephoto cameras.

Design and Camera are the two main factors of Oppo Reno series. The Reno 10x Zoom was the company’s first commercially available smartphone with a periscope camera. Though the camera featured a 5x optical lens, the brand marketed the device with 10x branding as it can achieve that with hybrid zoom.

That said, like any other Oppo smartphone, it received ColorOS 7 update only in April despite this version of the company’s Android skin was announced in November 2019. Later, in June, the phone received May 2020 security patch update, which also brought VoWiFi support in India along with Dolby support for more Bluetooth earphones.

Now, in July, the handset is receiving June 2020 security patch that also happens to add support for video recording capability from ultra-wide as well as periscope telephoto cameras.

This update is currently limited to users in China and it also seems to have some bugs as per comments by users who have installed it on their device. Anyway, we are not sure when this update will be heading to he global versions of Reno 10x Zoom.

Almost all new phones launched recently are capable of recording videos from all the cameras present on them. Thus, it is good to see Oppo bringing similar support for its older devices via software update so that its users don’t feel left out.

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Apple seeks on having the iPhone replace your passport and driver’s license

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Jul 3, 2020

Apple‘s latest goal is to make the iPhone your sole means of identification by replacing passports, driver’s licenses, and others. This is another step from the Cupertino based giant to make the iPhone the only thing anyone would require.

Recently, Apple had also announced a plan to get rid of car keys and, now, the company is planning on getting rid of the need for passports and other forms of physical identification. The iPhone has already replaced the needs for notepads, cameras, pens and a lot more. So it doesn’t come as a surprise when the company says it wants to take your IDs to the digital realms.

According to a series of patent applications that are titled “Providing Verified Claims of User Identity,” the user’s ID can be recorded or transmitted. In other words, the patent details a system that stores the identification on your device. The description reads that “A device implementing a system for using a verified claim of identity includes at least one processor configured to receive a verified claim including information to identify a user of a device. The verified claim being signed by a server based on verification of the information by an identity verification provider separate from the server, the verified claim is specific to the device.”

This patent also mentions the use of servers for verification of one’s identity. So, a device such as an iPhone could securely transmit ID. This ID can be verified through the server and the device’s biometric sensors as well. Meaning, the entire system can have multiple ways of verifying your identity as well. It seems like a promising feature on paper but it’s still too soon to tell.

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Brands face disruption in operations after India holds back Chinese imports

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Jul 3, 2020

With tensions rising between India and China, known firms like Apple supplier Foxconn and other foreign brands are having issues in their operations. The news arrives after multiple sources told Reuters regarding the delays are facing due to Chinese imports being held back by India.

According to Custom officers, shipments are being held back on Indian ports that have arrives from China. These shipments now require additional clearances, which is indicative of the rising friction between the two nations. For those unaware, the Indo-China borders have witnessed multiple military clashes and deaths of personnel as well. This has caused anti-Chinese sentiments to form within the Government and the citizens.

Despite the increased inspection for imported shipments, Dell has a few of its shipments cleared last week. Although roughly 130 shipments are still stuck at Indian ports, including shipment containers for several parts for servers and desktop computers. However, these measures by the Indian government are temporary and should ease up soon with one official stating, “We cannot keep checking 100 percent of shipments forever. Shipments of non-Chinese companies being impacted will be cleared on priority.”

Similarly, the automobile has also faced disruption in operations due to delayed shipments. An example being MG Motor that has had its shipments stuck in a South Indian port. The finance minister of India has yet to respond to this situation, although, two officials at the ministry that oversees the customs department did respond stating that the inspection measures were temporary and will ease up soon. We will be providing more updates to the situation so stay tuned.

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Lenovo K11 Power may launch soon as rebadged Moto G8 Power Lite

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Jul 3, 2020

Motorola announced the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite smartphone in Europe in April with a pricing of 169 euros. The model numbers XT2055-1, XT2055-2 and XT2055-4 belong to the different country variants of the G8 Power Lite. In February, the XT2055-3 variant was approved by the NBTC regulatory body of Thailand as Lenovo K11 Power. The Google Play Console has a Lenovo K11 Power listing. The NBTC and Google Play Console appearances reveal that the Lenovo K11 Power will be arriving as the rebranded version of the Moto G8 Power Lite smartphone.

The Lenovo K11 Power’s Google Play Console reveals that the device has an HD+ resolution supporting the waterdrop notch screen. It further reveals that the Helio P35 fuels the phone along with 4 GB of RAM. The older Android 9 Pie OS will come preinstalled on the smartphone.

In April, the Lenovo K11 Power was spotted at Android Enterprise with a 6.5-inch display. The listing had revealed other specs like Android 9 Pie OS, 2 GB of RAM, and 32 GB of native storage. The K11 Power may go official this month.

Editor’s Pick: Motorola One Fusion gets a silent launch; packs HD+ screen, SD710 and a 5000mAh battery

Lenovo K11 Power specifications

Considering that the Lenovo K11 Power is coming as a rebranded edition of Moto G8 Power Lite, it could be coming with an 8-megapixel front camera and a 16-megapixel + 2-megapixel (macro) + 2-megapixel (depth) triple camera setup. The phone could be housing a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support. The K11 Power arrives with up to 4 GB of RAM and up to 64 GB of storage.

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Xiaomi Mi TV Stick 1080p (FHD) model visits Google Play Console & Geekbench

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Jul 3, 2020

The Xiaomi Mi TV Stick is up for sale on online retailers like AliExpress, Gearbest, and GizTop but the company is yet to officially announce it. Instead, it is being spotted on certification bureaus like EEC and now even Google Play Console. This clearly suggests its official announcement is not so far away.

The @Xiaomi Mi TV Stick code name "aquaman" MiTV-AESP0 has been certified by Google.

And according to this Geekbench, it's not using a 4K SoC. I guess it's an S805Y.#AndroidTV https://t.co/l5XrItLvvW pic.twitter.com/szaqumB3xD

— Android TV Guide (@androidtv_rumor) June 30, 2020

According to the product listings on online retailers, the Xiaomi Mi TV Stick comes in two variants – 1080 (FHD) and 4K (UHD). However, only the former has been spotted on Google Play Console codenamed “aquaman” with model number “MiTV-AESP0”.

The same model was also found listing on Geekbench scoring 547 points and 1482 points in single-core and multi-core tests respectively. According to both the listings, it will be powered by Amlogic S805Y SoC as confirmed earlier with Android TV Pie software.

On the other hand, the 4K version will be powered by Amlogic S905Y2 as per online retailers but it is yet to be listed on Google Play Console. However, as it is already on sale along with the 1080p model, we expect it to receive certification as well in the near future, followed by official announcement.

That said, the Xiaomi Mi TV will compete directly against Amazon Fire TV Stick, which also comes in similar two variants.

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Motorola Razr 5G 3C certified; 18W fast charging support expected

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Jul 3, 2020

Various reports have claimed that Motorola will be launching the Motorola Razr 5G smartphone by August end. It is said that the model number XT2071 belongs to the Motorola Razr 5G. The China variant of the smartphone with model number XT2071-4 has received approval from the 3C authority of China. The 3C certification is a good hint that its launch is nearing.

First, the 3C appearance of the XT2071-4 Motorola Razr 5G reveals that it is a 5G-ready handset. The second thing that can be deduced from the listing is that it may ship with an 18W fast charger. The Motorola Razr that debuted last year in November came with support for 15W fast charging. It appears that the battery and fast charging departments will see an upgrade on the Razr 5G as it is expected to house a 2,845mAh battery. The 4G LTE sibling had a smaller 2,510mAh battery.

Editor’s Pick: Motorola One Fusion gets a silent launch; packs HD+ screen, SD710 and a 5000mAh battery

The Motorola Razr 5G is expected to house a 6.2-inch Flex View P-OLED flexible display. It may come with a secondary Quick View G-OLED screen of 2.7 inches.

The Lenovo-owned company is expected to launch the Razr 5G with improved cameras as compared to its 4G LTE variant. Instead of a 5-megapixel front camera, the Razr 5G is likely to house a 20-megapixel selfie snapper. The 16-megapixel rear camera could be swapped by a 48-megapixel Samsung GM1 sensor.

Replacing the obsolete Snapdragon 710 is the Snapdragon 765G on the Razr 5G. The SoC is likely to be coupled with 8 GB of RAM. It may offer an internal storage of 256 GB. It will be a dual SIM phone with support for a nano-SIM and an e-SIM. The foldable phone will boot to Android 10 OS. The Motorola clamshell may arrive in a Mercury Silver color edition.

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Apple iPhone manufacturing halted in India as government blocks shipments coming from China

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Jul 3, 2020

Amid the on-going tensions related to the India-China border issue, the Indian government recently banned 59 Chinese applications, including the likes of TikTok, CamScanner, ShareIt, among others.

Now, it is being reported that the Indian government is also blocking shipments coming to the country from China. This is now several impacting the manufacturing firms in the Indian market as the crucial components are being held up.

As per the report, the Apple iPhone product in India has been halted because the Indian government has blocked shipments coming from China to India. A lobby group representing US-based companies in India has written to India’s Commerce Minister that holding up shipments is barring firms to do business in the country.

Foxconn, which is the contract manufacturer for Apple, cannot receive supplies for its two factories in India. With this, hundreds of employees have been left without any work this week and could severely impact the business if the issue is not addressed.

The report claims that more than 150 shipments of Foxconn India with smartphone components and other electronic parts have been stuck at the port of Chennai. The two units of Foxconn in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh are also assembling Xiaomi smartphones along with Apple iPhones.

Apple started manufacturing iPhones in the Indian market with the original iPhone SE and is now also manufacturing the iPhone XR in the country. This keeps Apple away from hefty import tax and could offer its phones at a comparatively lower price as it saved Apple around $100-200 on import tax.

Sentiments about boycotting Chinese products have been rising in India because of the COVID-19 pandemic as the coronavirus originated from China. However, the recent escalation of tensions between India and China regarding a border dispute is taking this to another level, with the Indian government announcing new restrictions from Chinese businesses to operate in India.

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Vivo Y30 launched for Rs. 14,990 (~$200) in India; Sale begins at 8PM today

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Jul 3, 2020

Vivo launched the Vivo Y30 smartphone in Malaysia in May. Today, Vivo India silently announced the Vivo Y30 mid-range phone in India. The handset is now listed on Flipkart retailer site with a price tag of Rs. 14,990 (~$200). The first sale of the phone will be carried out today on Flipkart at 8 PM IST.

Vivo Y30 price in India

On the retailer site, the Vivo Y30 is listed in a single model that has 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of built-in storage. The device is priced at Rs. 14,990 and it can be availed in colors like Dazzle Blue and Emerald Black. In Malaysia, the handset sells in the Moonstone White version instead of the black variant.

Editor’s Pick: iQOO Z1x 5G variants, color options appear in China Telecom listing

Vivo Y30 specifications

The Vivo Y30 features an iView punch-hole display of 6.47 inches. The IPS LCD panel offers an HD+ resolution, an aspect ratio of 19.5:9, and a screen-to-body ratio of 90.7 percent. The FunTouch OS 10 flavored Android 10 OS comes preinstalled on the smartphone.

The modest MediaTek Helio P35 SoC that includes a 2.3GHz octa-core processor fuels the device with 4 GB of RAM. The mid-ranger offers a massive internal storage of 128 GB.

For enhanced performance, the phone ships with Multi Turbo 3.0. For gaming, it offers users with Ultra Game Mode. There is a dedicated microSD card slot on the phone for more storage. A long-lasting 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging powers the device.

For shooting selfies, the Vivo Y30 is fitted with an 8-megapixel f/2.05 aperture lens. The rear-facing LED flash enabled quad-camera setup includes a 13-megapixel primary shooter with f/2.2 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultrawide sensor with 120-degree field-of-view, a 2-megapixel macro lens with 4cm focal length and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The other features that can be found on the Vivo Y30 are dual SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, microUSB and 3.5mm audio jack.

Samsung eyes bigger Smart TV market share in India with new models across price range

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Jul 3, 2020

Samsung, which faces a big threat from Huawei for the world’s leading smartphone brand title, is now also facing heated competition in India’s Smart TV market. The company has lost the leading smartphone brand title in India to Xiaomi, but to get more market share for the Smart TVs, the South Korean giant has a plan.

It seems that Samsung is looking to flood the Indian smart TV market access different price points. As per the report, the company will be launching around 20 new smart TV models in India, starting from next week.

The new models will have a starting price of around ₹20,000 and will go up to ₹2,40,000. Thus, it plans to target a wide range of audiences with devices in the budget segment, mid-range segment, and high-end segment as well.

It is being reported that the new Smart TV models from Samsung will come with features like Personal Computer Mode, Home Cloud, Live Cast, and Music Player. The new TVs from Samsung are also expected to have OTT platform-related features as well.

The development comes as Chinese brands are trying to establish themself in the market, with Xiaomi already one of the leading Smart TV brands in India. Recently, the Realme Smart TV series was launched in India, marking the company’s foray into the segment.

OnePlus had launched the OnePlus TV Q1 series in the Indian market last year with a premium pricing. But recently, the company introduced two new series with affordable pricing, starting at just ₹12,999, which will certainly find buyers given the brand value.

Samsung recently launched the premium QLED 8K TVs in the Indian market with price starting at ₹4.9 lakh ($6,562) for the 65-inch model and goes as high as ₹15.79 lakh (~$21,137) for the 85-inch model. The new models are now up for pre-order and will go on sale from 10th July in India.

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Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition gets 300 yuan ($42) discount in China

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Jul 3, 2020

A few months ago, Xiaomi had launched the Mi 10 Youth Edition smartphone as a watered-down variant of the Mi 10 flagship smartphone in the Chinese market. Now, as a part of the special offer, the company is offering a 300 yuan (~$42) discount on the purchase of Mi 10 Youth Edition.

The discount is applicable to the 6GB RAM + 128GB internal storage model. With this offer, the phone is now available for purchase at 1,999 yuan (~$283) instead of the original price of 2,299 yuan (~$325).

The Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition comes with a 6.57-inch Pentile AMOLED display – same as the international Mi 10 Lite 5G edition. It supports HDR10+, 180Hz touch sampling rate, and 800 nits of peak brightness.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor and comes with liquid cooling support, along with 6/8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage, depending on the variant.

In the camera department, there’s a triple-camera setup on the back which consists of a 48MP high-resolution primary camera, an 8MP periscope telephoto lens, another 8MP 120-degree ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 2MP macro lens.

On the front side, the device comes with a 16MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling. The smartphone comes with support for dual-mode SA/NSA 5G connectivity, making it an affordable 5G device in China.

The Mi 10 Youth Edition features NFC, 3.5mm headphone jack, infrared, dual-frequency GPS, Hi-Res Audio, and 0.91cc speakers. It comes powered by a 4,160mAh battery along with support for 22.5W fast charging technology.

Alleged OPPO A92 5G full specifications leaked on TENAA

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Jul 3, 2020

In April, OPPO unveiled the OPPO A92s 5G handset in China. Currently selling with 1,999 Yuan (~$283) price tag, the A92s arrived as the company’s first low-priced 5G smartphone. It came with some other attractive features such as 120Hz refresh rate display, 16-megapixel dual selfie camera, and 48-megapixel quad rear cameras. A mysterious OPPO PDYM20 / PDYT20 smartphone has appeared on TENAA with full specifications. According to a Chinese tipster, this phone could be arriving in the homeland as OPPO A92 5G.

The alleged OPPO A92 5G has 162.2 x 75 x 7.9mm dimensions and it weighs 7.9mm. The handset may arrive debut in China in color options such as black and gradient colors like white-purple and silver-red.

The smartphone has a 6.5-inch display with a single punch-hole at its top-left corner. The screen offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. It has a front-mounted camera of 8-megapixel.

Editor’s Pick: OPPO Reno3 Pro gets ₹2,000 price cut in India; now available for ₹29,990 ($398)

The alleged OPPO A92 5G is equipped with a 2.0GHz octa-core processor. The above-mentioned tipster and another leakster have claimed that the Dimensity 800 5G could be present under the hood of the device. The phone is expected to draw power from a 4,035mAh battery. It may arrive with 18W fast charging support. The device is listed on TENAA in RAM versions like 4 GB, 6 GB and 8 GB and storage models like 128 GB and 256 GB.

The Android 10 OS is preloaded on the device. It has a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The back panel of the phone has a square-shaped camera housing. It is populated with an LED flash, a Sony IMX519 16-megapixel main shooter, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel depth assist sensor. There is no microSD card slot on the device.

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OnePlus Nord sold out in a flash in first pre-orders

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