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Xiaomi launches the MIJIA 16-in-1 Electric Screwdriver priced at 99 yuan (~$14).

Around February this year, Xiaomi’s MIJIA brand launched an 8-in-1 screwdriver set. An upgraded version has now been unveiled with 16 screwdriver heads of different sizes. The new MIJIA 16-in-1 Electric Screwdriver is priced at 99 yuan (around $14).Mijia 16-in-1 screwdriver

The MIJIA 16-in-1 ratchet screwdriver has two major upgrades. The rachet is upgraded to a 45 teeth precision gear, thus increasing the torque. The second upgrade is the inclusion of 16 different types of batch heads.

The screwdriver is equipped with eight S2 high-hardness bits. The 8-in-1 model has 8 single-head bits but this time it is upgraded to 8 double-head bits. The 8 bits contain 16 commonly used models with a hardness of 60HRC.

In addition, the Mijia 16-in-1 ratchet screwdriver comes with a 110mm extension rod (the extension rod on the 8-in-1 version was 105mm), which supports narrow space operations and has a wider range of use. The extension rod is removable, which takes up less space and is convenient for storage and carrying.

The screwdriver’s handle is made of nylon + fiberglass material and is covered with soft TPE, non-slip and non-stick rubber. It adopts an ergonomic 8-sided shape. The body also houses several contours that ensure it doesn’t slip off the hand easily. The head is also lightweight and durable.

 

Huawei Y8p launched as a rebadged Enjoy 10s; comes with AppGallery

Huawei has quietly announced a new phone called the Huawei Y8p. The device is actually a rebadge of the Enjoy 10s that was announced in China last October.

Huawei Y8p featured

The phone packs a 6.3-inch FHD+ OLED display with a waterdrop notch for the 16MP front-facing camera. There is also an in-display fingerprint scanner. The back is covered in glass and is home to triple rear cameras arranged vertically.

The chipset inside is the Kirin 710F and it is paired with 4GB or 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. An NM SD card slot will allow for an extra 256GB of storage.

Huawei Y8p camera

Huawei ships the phone with a 48MP primary rear camera and an 8MP 120° ultrawide-angle camera while a 2MP depth sensor serves as the third rear camera. There is an AIS Handheld Night Mode for capturing beautiful night shots.

The Huawei Y8p has a 4000mAh battery capacity that supports 10W charging. It has Bluetooth 5.0, Dual-Band Wi-Fi, Dual-SIM, NFC, USB Type-C, and an audio jack.

The phone runs EMUI 10.1 based on Android 10. There is no Google Mobile Services but Huawei’s Mobile Services which includes Huawei AppGallery and Huawei MEETime is pre-installed.

The Huawei Y8p is available in Breathing Crystal and Midnight Black. Details about price and availability have not yet been announced.

 

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Redmi TV X50, X55, and X65 will be announced alongside Redmi 10X series

Earlier today, Redmi officially shared a poster revealing Redmi 10X in all its glory after the announcement of MediaTek Dimensity 820, which will be powering it. A few hours later, Lu Weibing, the general manager of the brand shared another teasing the launch of Redmi TV X50, X55, and X65 alongside the aforementioned budget 5G handset.

Redmi TV X50 X55 X65

Although we know some of the specifications of Redmi 10X courtesy of multiple leaks, there’s not a single detail available regarding the upcoming Redmi TV X series that includes X50, X55, X65. 

Mr Weibeing simply said that these TVs will be excellence in design, picture quality, sound, and smart experience in his post. Since the launch will take place next week on May 26, a day after Realme’s event, we can expect the brand to share more teasers revealing the specs of these TVs.

As for Redmi 10X, it is confirmed to come in four colors  – Dark Blue, Violet, Gold, and White. The same was leaked on Saturday along with the info that the device will be available in two variants – Standard and Pro respectively.

As per the Geekbench listings, the Redmi 10X and Redmi 10X Pro could bear model numbers M2004J7AC and M2004J7BC. The former was also spotted on TENAA revealing it to feature a triple camera setup and FHD AMOLED display with an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

This means the only difference between the Standard and Pro variants could be the cameras. The teaser poster shared earlier today could be of Redmi 10X Pro since it has a quad-camera setup.

 

Pixel 4a reported to have a lower price tag than the iPhone SE 2020

This time last year, Google had already taken the wraps off the Pixel 3a. For its successor, called the Pixel 4a, there is a little more waiting to be done. While we wait for the phone to launch, new info regarding the price has surfaced.

Pixel 4a

Earlier reports revealed the Pixel 4a will have a starting price tag of $399, the same as the iPhone SE 2020 but it may actually launch for less.

According to Stephen Hall of 9to5Google, the Pixel 4a will be priced at $349 – $50 less than Apple is charging for its new iPhone. What makes the news even more interesting is that the price tag is said to be for the 128GB model! The iPhone SE 2020 with 128GB of storage is priced at $449

Based on the new price, Google may be able to get more folks to pick up the Pixel 4a which has largely better specs than the iPhone SE 2020 but a less-powerful processor.

The Pixel 4a will have an OLED display with a punch-hole at the top right corner. It will be powered by a Snapdragon 730 processor that will draw power from a 3080mA battery. Google is shipping the device with a single camera on the back which is a 12.2MP sensor while the selfie camera is an 8MP sensor. Other features are a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, an audio jack, and support for 18W sat charge.

 

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Honor Router 3 goes official as the brand’s first WiFi 6+ router

Honor officially unveils the Honor Router 3 as the brand’s first WiFi 6+ router at the Smart Life Product Launch event in China. It is only priced at 219 Yuan ($31) and customers pre-ordering it for 10 Yuan ($1) can avail a discount of 30 Yuan ($4) when it will be available for purchase on May 25.

Honor Router 3 WiFi 6+

The new Honor Router 3 looks similar to the Huawei AX3 Series WiFi 6+ router except for the base. In fact, it has the same specifications as the standard AX3.

It is powered by in-house Lingxiao dual-core processor clocked at 1.2GHz paired with 128MB of RAM and flash memory each. The power consumption is rated less than 12W with 12V DC / 1A power input.

Honor Router 3 WiFi 6+ 01

The Honor Router 3 measures 242mm x 151.9mm x 40.9 mm in dimensions and weighs 379g. It runs Huawei RTOS system can be controlled using Huawei Smart Life app available on both Android and iOS.

It is capable of operating in both 2.4GHz (574Mbps) and 5GHz (2402Mbps) modes simultaneously with a maximum transmission rate of 3976Mbps. The router features a total of four antennas with a gain of 5dBi.

Honor Router 3 WiFi 6+ 02

Further, the router supports transmission protocols such as 802.3, 802.3u, and 802.3ab. It also has three modes namely Wall Penetration, Standard and Sleep. As for security, it comes with features like WPA3, firewall, DMZ, DoS attack protection, etc.

Other additional features of Honor Router 3 include speed limit, bandwidth limit, parental controls, gaming acceleration, WiFi relay, guest network, MAC address filtering, VPN, and more.

 

Honor X1 Smart TV series launched in three sizes with 4k resolution

Honor’s Smart Life product launch earlier today also saw the launch of the Honor  X1 Smart TV in China. Honor made its first entrance into the smart TV market last year with the launch of the Honor Smart Screen. The X1 is an entirely new series and even though the specs are trimmed down, the TV still is an impressive one that will surely compete with Xiaomi’s product line. Honor X1 Smart Screen

The Honor X1 Smart TV series is available in three sizes: 50-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch. It uses a 4K ultra-high-definition full-screen display with a 94% screen-to-body ratio. It also features 3D streamer narrow bezels, a large  logo at the back and texture design .

The new smart TV series is said to feature a comprehensive upgrade in audio and video. In terms of image quality, it supports a wide color gamut of 92% DCI-P3 and an AI magic image quality engine. In addition, it also comes with MEMC technology which provides real-time dynamic picture compensation.Honor X1 Smart Screen

In terms of sound quality, the Honor X1 packs four 10W speakers and two 0.5L independent sound chambers are installed inside, bringing a theater-level surround sound. The TV models also feature a large 1L sound cavity, 31-segment EQ sound adjustment with the most advanced Huawei Histen audio processing algorithm.Honor X1 Smart Screen

On the core hardware, the Honor X1 Smart Screen series is equipped with the Honghu 818 smart chip, a quad-core 1.5GHz processor which smoothly decode 8K & 4K videos. The device is available in 2GB RAM and 16GB storage but there may likely be other memory options.

 

 

Amazfit Aeri self-disinfecting mask supports unlocking your phone with Face ID

Face masks have become a necessity for everyone since the COVID-19 pandemic. However, for those who own a phone with support for face unlock, unlocking their devices have proved difficult. The reason is that more than half of the face is covered when you put on a mask, so face unlock is impossible unless…….you have the Amazfit Aeri mask.

Amazfit Aeri Mask

Huami to the rescue!

When news of folks having difficulties unlocking their devices first began to surface, Huami announced it was working on a mask that will allow users to unlock their device using Face ID without having to pull off the mask. The Chinese manufacturer has now shared drawings of what the mask looks like.

Amazfit Aeri Design

The Amazfit Aeri has a transparent design. Huami says it will be made of an anti-fog material, making it easier to unlock your phone via Face ID. The mask will also have built-in ultraviolet lights for self-disinfection which work when you plug in a USB Type-C cable to the side.

Amazfit Aeri Mask

The mask also uses removable air-filters that can last for six weeks before replacement, thanks to the ultraviolet disinfection. N95 masks are effective for just 8 hours before replacement, so being able to use a filter for more than a month is definitely good news. It is important to mention that we do not know if Amazfit’s Ares mask will meet the N95 standard as Huami didn’t mention it.

Amazfit Aeri Mask

The Amazfit Aeri will also have a modular design that allows for adding accessories such as an eye shield or a fan so users can wear it while exercising and not worry about suffocation.

Long wait ahead

Huami says they have begun making prototypes of the Amazfit Aeri but it will not be available commercially for at least 6 months to a year. That is a pretty long time to wait but we won’t be surprised if another Chinese manufacturer beats them to it by launching a similar product.

While there is no info on the price, Huami has said that it plans to make it as affordable as its other products. We expect a price tag not less than $50 when the Aeri mask launches.

 

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Honor MagicBook Pro 2020 is official with 16.1-inch display, 10th Gen Intel processors, MX350 GPU, and more

Honor has officially announced the MagicBook Pro 2020 at the brand’s Smart Life Product Launch event held in China today. This laptop was already listed on Jingdong (JD.com) last week revealing some of its specifications.

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Honor MagicBook Pro 2020 Specifications

The new Honor MagicBook Pro 2020 sports a similarly sized 16.1-inch IPS LCD display as the 2019 model. However, the bezels are now reduced to 4.9mm to offer a 90% screen to body ratio. The panel also boasts a 100% sRGB color gamut. 

Surprisingly, the brand did not mention the screen resolution, which means it is probably still 1920×1080 pixels as the last year’s model. Anyway, it is TÜV Rheinland-certified for no strobing and low blue light emission.

Further, the new laptop from Honor comes in two processor configurations – 10th Gen Intel Core i5 and Core i7 respectively paired with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD. The notebook also features a dedicated Nvidia GeForce MX350 GPU.

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The Honor MagicBook Pro 2020 comes with a pop-up web camera placed in the function keys row like high-end Huawei laptops. It also features software tweaks like multi-screen collaboration to mirror and control supported smartphones on the notebook. Users can also share files between them seamlessly just like Apple’s AirDrop.

Honor has also included a new performance mode in this laptop, which can be activated via shortcut Function (Fn) key + P. The notebook’s CPU and rendering performances are increased by 8% and 15% respectively in this mode.

Honor MagicBook Pro Pricing and Availability

The HonorMagic Pro 2020 will be available for purchase from May 19 from official Honor retail partners like VMall, Jingdong, and more for the following prices.

Model
Price

Intel Core i5 16GB + 512GB, MX350

5,999 Yuan ($843)
Intel Core i7 16GB + 512GB, MX350

6,699 Yuan ($942)

For a limited time, this notebook will be available for 5,499 ($773) and 6,299 ($885) respectively.

 

Honor V6 Tablet arrives with Kirin 985 5G SoC, WiFi 6+ & 7250mAh battery

Honor today held its Smart Life conference and one of the products unveiled is the Honor V6 tablet. The tablet market has declined a great deal but both Huawei and Honor have kept first in the market. The firms have even stuck to releasing flagship products in addition to mid-range and entry-level products. Huawei MatePad Pro 5G released last year was the first 5G tablet globally. The Honor V6 wears the crown as the first tablet to feature support for 5G connectivity and WiFi 6.

Honor Tablet V6

The Honor V6 packs a huge 10.4-inch fullscreen display with 2K resolution and 84% screen to body ratio. The rear design of the tablet is said to have been inspired by nature’s Tindal effect. It comes in three color schemes namely; Wizard of OZ, Titanium Sky Silver, and Magic Night Black.

Honor Tablet V6

 

The tablet is powered by a Kirin 985 chipset which ushers in support for 5G connectivity. It also supports WiFi 6+ technology, 160MHz bandwidth and dynamic narrow-bandwidth technology. It downloads faster and is stable through walls. It equally features the newly upgraded Huawei self-developed Histen 6.1 3D sound effect and four large-amplitude speakers. In addition, there is a massive 7250mAh battery on board which can be charged via a USB-C port. The device features support for 22.5W super fast charging.

The Honor V6 tablet also comes with a stylus pen having a 4096 level pressure sensitivity. The stylus is dubbed Magic Pencil and can be used for fine art drawing. Honor even shared a picture drawn by an artist on the V6 tablet. The slate also comes with a Bluetooth mechanical keyboard.

As for the camera aspect, the Honor V6 packs a single 8-megapixels camera at the front. The tablet also sports a 13MP camera at the back.Honor V6 tablet

Honor is yet to announce the pricing and availability details. We’ll have to wait until June 13 to find out the price and release details.

 

Huawei responds to new US Sanctions, says it could affect various global industries

Earlier this year, the US government had proposed actions that could potentially hamper Huawei‘s operations globally by limiting chip supplies to the Chinese tech giant. Now, the company in the Huawei Analyst Summit 2020 event officially responded to these recent sanctions, stating that it could affect various global industries apart from just Huawei.

Huawei

During the conference which was streamed online, officials stated that the company had complied with all government rules and regulations with the original trade ban back in 2019. However, the recent sanctions that are directly against the company have made Huawei actively oppose the amendments made by the US Department of Commerce. Furthermore, these sanctions could also be used to pressure other industries as well.

Huawei

Huawei officials said that the US government has proceeded with such measures despite negative feedback and concerns expressed by “many companies and industry associations.” Rather, these actions can also be used to “undermine” industries worldwide, including more than 3 billion Huawei users. According to Huawei, the actions may hamper its expansion, maintenance, and operations in more than 170 countries.

This move will seek to interrupt a network chain worth hundreds of millions of dollars and could have a serious impact on a wide range of industries across the globe. Huawei called out the United State’s bullying attitude stating they are taking advantage of their “own technological strengths in an attempt to crush industries outside its borders.” In other words, undertake discriminating policies against foreign multinational corporations.

Huawei

The US sanctions that have limited chip supply from TSMC to Huawei could have far reaching implications. The company believes that this move can damage the “trust and collaboration” with the semiconductor industry, which is an integral part of various other industries as well. They also added that in the long run, these actions might hurt the US itself by creating a distrust in foreign companies that may not deal with “US technologies or supply chains” in the future due to sanctions like these.

 

Google Pixel 5 series to reportedly ditch Motion Sense

Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4XL flagship smartphones from the tech giant were launched with a Soli radar chip to offer hands-free usage capabilities. However, the feature hasn’t gained much traction and the phone’s sales are quite low.

So, as per the reports, because of the failure of this Motion Sense feature, the company will be ditching this feature altogether in the next iteration, i.e. Google Pixel 5 series which should get launched this fall.

Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL featured
Google Pixel 4 XL

Motion Sense feature which makes use of the Project Soli radar chip, enables users to make use of gesture-based control system for hands-free experience. While many smartphone brands have offered gesture-based navigation features, Google‘s is the first one to be dependent on a Soli radar chip hardware.

One of the reasons for the low sales of Google Pixel 4 series, apart from the older design and not-so-important premium features, could be the lack of availability in some regions. Because of the presence of soli radar chip which uses certain frequency range, the company needs to obtain permission for frequency usage from the company where it plans to sell the devices. Thus, the smartphone series never made it to countries like India, Japan, China, among others.

It makes total sense for the company to ditch this Motion Sense feature which is restricting itself from selling the smartphones to two of the world’s leading markets. Also, why should Google include a premium feature that no one really wants to use?

As for the upcoming Google Pixel 5 series, the company is expected to ditch the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC and could instead adopt the Snapdragon 765G chipset which is aimed at premium mid-range devices. The reason behind this could be to keep the phone’s pricing on the lower side as the SD865 is quite expensive compared to its predecessors in the same lineup.

Getting rid of the Motion Sensor will also enable Google to offer a full-screen smartphone experience. The Pixel 5 series is expected to come with a triple-camera setup on the back and this time, the company is said to include a wide-angle sensor as well. We expect more rumours, leaks, and details regarding Pixel 5 lineup to surface in the coming weeks.

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Redmi 10X will be the first to feature the Dimensity 820 chip, scored over 400,000 on AnTuTu

Earlier today (18th May 2020), Redmi announced that the upcoming Redmi 10X series will be the first in the company’s X lineup of smartphone and will be announced on 26th May 2020. And now, a senior official of Xiaomi has also confirmed that the device will be the first to feature MediaTek’s Dimensity 820 5G SoC.

Lu Weibing, Xiaomi President and Redmi General Manager, confirmed today that the Redmi 10X series will feature MediaTek’s latest budget 5G chipset. The Dimensity 820 SoC was also announced earlier today and even scored 415,672 in AnTuTu benchmarking software. This score is quite impressive considering that a score over 400,000 is in line with Qualcomm’s 2019 flagship chip, the Snapdragon 855.

For those unaware, the Dimensity 820 processor is based on a 7nm process. It is an octa core chip which features MediaTek’s latest APU 3.0 alongside an integrated 5G modem. The chip has four high performance cores ARM Cortex A76 clocked at 2.6GHz and four power efficient Cortex A55 clocked at 2GHz. For graphics, a Mali-G57 MC5 is housed while the 5G modem supports 5G + 5G SIM dual standby along with SA and NSA dual mode 5G.

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MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC

The Redmi 10X will arrive with 6.57 inch OLED display with an FHD+ resolution. For memory, it will house 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The device will be powered by a large 4,420mAh battery pack and also has an in display fingerprint scanner on the front, where a 16 megapixel selfie shooter can also be found. The Redmi 10X series will arrive in a base and Pro variant and we will have to wait for the official launch date for more details.

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Realme TV will feature MediaTek chip, 24W four speakers, Dolby Audio, and more

Realme is all set to launch its first-ever smart TV in India on May 25 along with Realme Watch. The brand has been teasing its features on official Realme Link Twitter account for a few days now. But thanks to a dedicated microsite on Flipkart, we are now aware of almost all the specifications of Realme TV.

Realme TV Specifications

Realme was supposed to unveil the Realme TV at MWC 2020 but unfortunately, that got cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Anyway, it will be now finally going official next week in India and maybe also in China as the brand has revealed to launch 8 new products on the same day as the Indian launch (May 25).

Anyway, talking about the specs mentioned on Flipkart, the Realme TV will feature a modern design with a bezel-less screen. The brand claims the panel to reach 400 nits of brightness with support for Chroma Boost Picture Engine. We believe it will be similar to Xiaomi’s Vivid Picture Engine on Mi TVs that boosts the color saturation of the content.

Further, it will be powered by a MediaTek chip unlike Amlogic on Xiaomi Mi TVs, Mi Boxes, and the upcoming Mi TV Stick. This chipset will include a 64-bit ARM Cortex-A53 CPU and Mali-470 MP3 GPU. 

Also, the forthcoming Realme TV will come with 24W four stereo speakers with support for Dolby Audio. As usual, Realme also claims its first TV to have undergone quality tests such as -20℃ low-temperature test, 760mm drop test, 5,000 times remote button test, and 5,500 times power on/off test.

That said, the microsite does not reveal in what sizes the Realme TVs will be offered in. It also does not mention the software but that has been confirmed as Android TV by the brand on Twitter.

We expect Realme to reveal more features of its first smart TV since the product will only go official next week.

 

Get $30 Off Xiaomi Redmi K30 4G Smartphone From Giztop

Much to the delight of those who have been waiting with bated breath to get their hands on the 4G-enabled Xiaomi Redmi K30 smartphone without emptying their pockets, Giztop is now offering two storage variants of the popular phone at considerably lowered prices.

Xiaomi Redmi K30 (4G)

Integrated with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage capacity, the first variant usually retails for $299, but the reliable Chinese e-tailer is offering it for a lowered price of only $269, allowing you to save $30. This model is available in three eye-catching color options including blue, purple, and red.

The slightly larger model that ships with 8GB of RAM and offers 128GB of onboard storage space would normally set you back $329. Much to the relief of those living on a tight budget, Giztop is offering it for a considerably reduced price of just $299, giving its loyal users an unmissable chance to save $30.

The 4G-ready Xiaomi Redmi K30 sports a 6.67-inch IPS LCD punch-hole FHD+ display with 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution and an impressive 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it packs a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G Octa-core processor along with a highly competent Adreno 618 GPU.
Xiaomi Redmi K30 (4G)On the photography front, the Redmi K30 houses a 64MP, an 8MP, and a couple of 2MP cameras at the back. Upfront, it features a 20MP and a 2MP camera for capturing self-portraits and video calling. Furthermore, it runs MIUI 11 based on Android 10 OS and is backed by a 4500mAh battery that supports 27W fast charging. On top of that, it supports support multi-function NFC and Hi-Res Audio.

You can head straight to this link to check out more details about the 4G-enabled Xiaomi Redmi K30 smartphone and place your order. Note that you’d be able to take advantage of the discount only for a limited period.

OPPO halts operations in Noida factory after confirmed cases of COVID-19 surfaces

According to a new report, OPPO has halted operations in its factory in Greater Noida, India. This arrived after 8 employees of the Chinese smartphone maker tested positive for the Coronavirus infection. The facility has its operations currently suspended until further notice.

Oppo

A spokesperson from OPPO India stated that the company will be looking into taking strict measures to keep both the environment and its employees safe. The factor will undergo a rigorous disinfection action within the premise. The company had received permission from local authorities to resume production earlier this month, but the confirmed cases of the COVID-19 has caused a halt in the operations again.

The spokesperson stated that “we have suspended all operations at our manufacturing facility in Greater Noida and initiated COVID-19 testing for over 3,000 employees, for which results are awaited. Will only allow employees with negative test results to resume office following all safety protocols.” OPPO has also refrained from revealing details regarding the 8 employees and their hospital location for their isolation.

These cases arrive after the Indian government is looking into the fourth phase of the mandated lockdown. The newest phase will see relaxation across the board for all zones, including green, orange, and red, and is being done to restart the halted Indian economy. For more updates regarding this, stay tuned.

 

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Vivo X50 Pro camera details and video teaser shared by the company

Vivo has scheduled a launch event in China on 1st June to launch its latest Vivo X50 smartphone. The company is expected to launch three smartphone in this lineup, including X50, X50 Lite, and X50 Pro.

The smartphone maker has teased the advanced camera features of the upcoming X50 smartphone. Now, a couple of weeks ahead of the official launch, the camera module of the Vivo X50 Pro has been officially teased by the company.

Vivo X50 Pro Camera Module

The teaser shows that the X50 Pro features an ultra-large primary camera sensor with a focal length of 16-135mm and supports 5x optical zoom as well as 10x digital zoom. Going by the teaser and features shared by the company, the camera will be capable of 360-degree movements and offer anti-shake technology.

While the company has not confirmed this, it’s likely that the upcoming smartphone will come with a stable micro gimbal like the APEX 2020 concept phone. It will allow the X50 to offer better stabilisation while shooting photos and videos than regular OIS systems.

On the other hand, the Vivo X50 smartphone is expected to come with a regular triple-camera setup on the back that includes a primary sensor, a large field of view ultra-wide angle lens, and a periscope telephoto lens.

A leaked image of the smartphone’s promotional material has also revealed that the device will come with a punch-hole cutout in the top-left corner of the display for housing the front-facing camera sensor.

Currently, nothing much about the phone’s specifications is know. However, with a couple of weeks to go for the official launch, we expect the company to start sharing features and key specs on social media while pricing and availability details will be revealed on 1st June.

 

Ex-Meizu exec Li Nan: Chinese companies should take a gamble, Recalls Blue Charm Metal without Qualcomm & Google

Amidst news of Huawei ban extension, many Chinese industrialists have shared their opinions on social media like Weibo. One of them was Li Nan, the co-founder and former senior vice president of Meizu. He said companies should not depend on globalization and free trade to succeed instead they should be self-reliant to some extent for worst-case scenarios.

Meizu VP Li Nan
Li Nan, Co-Founder and Former Senior Vice President of Meizu

Huawei’s ban was extended for another year last week by the US government. The White House is also moving ahead to cut the chip supplies to the Chinese telecom giant. In response, China is readying its own ‘Unreliable Entity List’ targeting American companies like Apple and Qualcomm.

To this, Li Nan recalled Meizu’s Blue Charm Metal smartphone, which did not feature any US-made technology. This device was powered by MediaTek X10 SoC and ran YunOS (based on AOSP) developed by the Alibaba Group. This handset was a successful product selling millions of units.

He also added that Meizu has been using Qualcomm chipsets merely for the last 3 years. He cited the company’s growth rate was much better when it didn’t use them. Further, Mr Nan said that it is time to gamble again to be self-reliant since we never know when anti-globalization and anti-free trade will creep in.

The Chinese government is yet to officially announce its move against the US. When it does, we expect the trade war to become more extreme than ever affecting a large number of companies.

 

OnePlus 8 special sale starts Today on Amazon India at 2 pm IST

With the mandatory lockdown caused by the Coronavirus sees certain relaxations, smartphone vendors are gearing up for the launch of their smartphone offerings in the Indian market. One such popular series that is expected to go on sale is the OnePlus 8 series, with its base variant starting a special sale on Amazon India today (18th May 2020) at 2 pm IST.

OnePlus 8 Indian price

For those unaware, the OnePlus 8 is the latest entry from the Chinese company and is its flagship series for 2020. It features top notch specs like a 90Hz Fluid AMOLED screen with an aspect ratio of 20:9 on an FHD+ display. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC and features a triple camera setup on the rear. The front also has a punch hole camera at the front for selfies and houses a large 4,300mAh battery.

The OnePlus 8 will be available for purchase in three different RAM and storage configurations. The first is the 6GB+128GB variant which is priced at 41,999 INR (roughly $553), while the 8GB+128GB and 12GB+256GB versions will go for 444,999 and 49,999 INR respectively (roughly $592 and $658). It will be available in multiple colors as well, including Glacier Green, Interstellar Glow, and Onyx Black.

The sale starts at 2 pm IST and those interested can follow think link here, to buy the OnePlus 8 once the sales begin. In terms of special offers, SBI card users can avail a flat discount of 2,000 INR, with the offer also extending to EMI transactions. Furthermore, those that pre-book the OnePlus 8 can get an additonal 1,000 INR cash back on Amazon Pay. Other no cost EMI options are also available.

 

MediaTek announces Dimensity 820 chipset for affordable 5G devices

MediaTek has just revealed its new processor earlier today (18th May 2020). The Dimensity 820 SoC is the latest entry in the company’s Dimensity 800 series, which was announced back at CES. The new processor feature 5G support and will be housed in smartphones that will launch later this year.

Smartphones with 5G networking have become more common in recent times. When they had originally launched, only the most expensive flagship models feature the newer and faster bandwidth. But with MediaTek announcing the new Dimensity 820 SoC, more 5G enabled handsets may soon arrive in lower and more affordable smartphone segments as well.

MediaTek

According to Dr. Yenchi Lee, Assistant General Manager of MediaTek’s Wireless Communications Business Unit, “Our Dimensity 1000 is already powering impressive flagship 5G devices in a number of markets. With the new Dimensity 820, we’re now making 5G much more accessible. The Dimensity 820 stands out beyond competitors by offering four high-performance Arm Cortex-A76 cores at 2.6GHz within its octa-core CPU, delivering superb performance and responsiveness, among its incredible AI, gaming and photography experiences.

Talking about the new processor’s capabilities, the Dimensity 820 supports MediaTek’s APU 3.0 that helps in providing more powerful camera features. Thanks to Imagiq 5.0, the processor’s ISP, smartphones that ship with this chip can house up to 4 cameras with sensors size as high as 80 megapixels. This chipset also supports Multiframe 4K video HDR and is optimized for gaming as well.

MediaTek Dimensity 800

In terms of networking, the Dimensity 820 supports global sub-6GHz 5G networks in Asia, North America, and Europe. According to MediaTek, the new chip also offers “higher average speeds and a seamless handover between two 5G connection areas for the most reliable connectivity on the go.” While the chipset seems quite impressive right now, we will have to wait for the launch to see how it actually stacks up against its primary competition, Qualcomm, and its Snapdragon 765G and 768G processors.

 

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Honor X10 new live shot and hands-on appears as launch nears

The real-life images of the upcoming Honor X10 5G smartphone appeared in the previous week. The images had revealed the rear appearance of the blue, orange, and black. A fresh hands-on video of the white and blue variants of the Honor X10 5G has appeared on Weibo. Also, a Chinese tipster has shared a new live shot of the orange variant of the smartphone to reveal its front and rear appearance.

The Honor X10 5G white and blue variants that can be seen in the leaked hands-on video have gradient appeal. The handset is a mid-range phone and it is rumored to debut as the most affordable 5G phone from the company. The budget-friendly phone seems to feature a glass back with a premium finish.

Shown below is a leaked shot of the Honor X10’s orange model. The image gives a good look at the front panel of the phone. The handset features a tall aspect ratio supporting notch-less display that promises a high screen-to-body ratio.

Honor X10 live shot

Honor X10 5G specifications

As it is known, the Honor X10 has a Full HD+ 6.63-inch IPS LCD display with 90Hz refresh rate support. It has a pop-up selfie snapper of 16-megapixel. A side-mounted fingerprint reader can be seen on the right edge of the device.

The rear side of the phone has a 40-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera setup. The primary lens is a Sony IMX600y RYYB image sensor that makes it possible to capture amazing shots in dim-light conditions.

The Honor X10 is backed by a 4,300mAh battery that supports 22.5W fast charging. It is fueled by Kirin 820 5G chipset and up to 8 GB of RAM. The phone is expected to come with up to 256 GB of storage.

 

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