Android 11 Developer Preview 3 is here, Beta Releases will begin Next Month

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Apr 24, 2020

As reported earlier on, Hisense went official with its latest smartphones, including colour ink models in China on April 23rd. The Chinese tech giant also launched an e-ink tablet. The Hisense Q5 tablet as it called utilises an e-ink display which isn’t only gentle on the eyes but also goes easy on battery consumption.

The Hisense Q5 features a 10.5-inch monochrome RLCD display with a 16:9 aspect ratio and HD resolution. The display technology is said to be based on the principle of natural light reflection and doesn’t project any harmful blue light. The tablet is powered by an Octa-core UNISOC Tiger T610 processor. The chipset pairs with a 4GB RAM and there is 64GB of storage crammed inside.

The Hisense Q5 tablet adopts a metallic grey plastic rear panel with a 5MP f/2.2 camera sensor located at the upper left corner. The rear camera has an LED flashlight by its side. There is also a centrally placed 2MP f/2.4 aperture selfie camera at the front. The camera is in the landscape orientation which should make video chatting easy. The tablet also comes with dual SIM slots and a microSD slot.

Keeping the lights on is a 5,050mAh non-removable battery with 5V/2A quick charge support. The tablet comes with a 3.5mm audio jack, an HDMI and micro USB ports. It supports 4G LTE, 3G, 2G and several bands.

The Hisense Q5 carries a price tag of 2299 yuan (~$324) and will be up for pre-sale starting from June 10. It runs Android 10 OS out-of-the-box.

Xiaomi Watch Color Keith Haring Edition also launching on April 27

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Apr 24, 2020

As you already know, Xiaomi will hold an online event on April 27 where the Mi 10 Youth Edition and MIUI 12 OS are expected to be unveiled. Xiaomi’s MIJIA brand has now released a poster pointing to the launch of a new version of the Xiaomi Watch Color that same day.

The new version is a Xiaomi Watch Color Keith Haring edition. As the name implies this edition is the product of a cooperation between the Chinese tech giant and Keith Haring Foundation. Keith Haring was a popular artist and activist who was part of the legendary New York art scene during the 1980s. While he is known for his colourful works and his iconic motifs such as the radiant baby and the barking dog, much of his work responded to contemporary social and political events. The new Xiaomi Watch Color lives up to its name as it comes with a Keith Haring artwork-themed outlook. The watch utilises a colourful strap and there is even a colourful spare strap. The watch face also has an artistic theme with his famous barking dog artwork. The smartwatch’s packaging box is also designed with the same artworks including the barking dog drawing.

The rest of the specifications remain the same. As a reminder, the Xiaomi Watch Color uses a 1.39-inch circular AMOLED high definition screen with a resolution of 454 x 454 pixels. The watch supports Bluetooth 5.0. It has a battery capacity of 420mAh which can last up to 14 days. It comes with 5ATM waterproof build, NFC support and built-in XiaoAI voice assistant. It also has all the features you find on regular fitness tracker such as heart rate monitor, sleep monitor, step counter, sedentary reminder etc.

Mi Pay adds Gold Trading option in India

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Apr 24, 2020

Apart from making smartphones, Xiaomi is also known for its services as well as ecosystem products and Mi Pay is one of them. This service is available in a number of regions where the company has its presence. Now, users in India can trade gold on Mi Pay app with the latest update.

Since its introduction in the country, the company has added new features such as options to book trains/flights, buy life insurance, and even lets users generate their credit report. But it was missing the ‘Gold Trading’ feature, which is available on competitors like Paytm, Google Pay, and PhonePe. But not anymore, as Mi Pay also gets this option in the new update.

Xiaomi has partnered with gold investment startup SafeGold to bring ‘Gold Trading’ to Mi Pay. After updating the app to the latest version from Play Store or GetApps (Xiaomi’s official app store), users can purchase and sell gold from a dedicated option.

The service lets users store their 24-karat physical gold with vaulting firm Brink’s India and even delivers them if required. Additionally, users can also track their existing gold balance and exchange them for jewellery from partner jewellers.

The Mi Pay payment service by Xiaomi landed as a beta in December of 2018 in India. Unlike the original with NFC, the Indian version uses UPI(Unified Payment Interface), debit/credit cards, and internet banking for transactions. The service went live for MIUI users in March 2019, followed by all users in October 2019 via Google Play Store.

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Hisense A5 Pro CC version, A5 Pro & A5C with Colour ink display launched

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Apr 24, 2020

Hisense has been at the forefront of deploying E-ink displays on smartphones and have even launched a couple of models with e-ink displays, some with dual screens. The company recently teased the launch of what should be the world’s first Color ink display smartphone billed for April 23. Indeed, the Chinese brand has now unveiled three new smartphones with colour ink screens. The models are Hisense A5C, A5 Pro and A5 Pro CC.

The models were unveiled at the 2020 China Digital Reading Cloud Conference organised to mark the World Reading Day. They use the latest typographic colour e-ink technology which is produced by adding a layer of colour filters to the original black and white ink screen. This new type of colour electronic ink technology can display 4096 kinds of rich colours.

In terms of functional interaction, the mobile phones retain a minimalist desktop design, volume keys to turn pages, high-fidelity (HIFI) chip and other functions. Also, the Do Not Disturb (DND) mode has been upgraded such that when using an app, system notifications and other social messages will pop up in the form of floating windows. Let’s take a look at the configurations of the smartphones.

Hisense A5 Pro / Hisense A5 Pro CC version

Hisense launched two Pro models; A5 Pro and A5 Pro CC version. The A5 Pro is an upgraded version of the Hisense A5 smartphone that was launched in October last year with a black and white e-ink display. On the other hand, the A5 Pro CC version features a colour ink screen. Both models sport a 5.84-inch display and adopt a minimalist integrated 3D arc design at the rear. The back panel is coated using a baby-skin texture paint spraying process. The A5 Pro is available in Jade Black, White and Bamboo Green colours. In terms of the configuration, the Hisense A5 Pro and A5 Pro CC version are powered by a UNISOC Tiger T610 processor which adds a new fast refresh mode with a refreshing time of only 136ms. The A5 Pro comes in 4GB RAM + 64GB memory option. The colour screen version will be available 4GB + 64GB and 6GB RAM + 128GB storage options.

It is also equipped with an independent HiFi speaker, dual SIM slots and a separate microSD slot. It runs on Android 10 operating system. Keeping the lights on is a 4000mAh battery with 5V/2A fast charge using a USB Type-C port. The phone also has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and supports NFC for contactless payment.

Hisense A5C

The A5C sports a 5.84-inch colour ink screen and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 processor. The processor is paired with 4GB of RAM and there is 64GB of storage onboard.

The phone gets its juice from a 4000mAh battery and has support for 5V/2A fast charge but it uses a USB 2.0 port. The phone runs on Android 9 Pie and supports 4G full Netcom. It is a dual SIM phone with a separate microSD slot.

For photography, there is a single 13MP rear camera while at the front, there is a 5MP selfie camera at the front. There is no fingerprint sensor on board.

Hisense A5C, A5 Pro and A5 Pro CC – Pricing and Availability

The Hisense A5C is priced at 1699 yuan (~$239) and will be launched in Jingdong Mall at 10 o’clock on April 29.

The Hisense A5 Pro which comes in a sole 4GB RAM + 64GB internal storage is priced at 1599 yuan (~$225). The model will be on pre-sale in Jingdong Mall on June 10. On the other hand, the Hisense A5 Pro CC version 4GB + 64GB option is 1799 yuan (~$254) and the 6GB + 128GB version is priced at 1999 yuan (~$282). The pre-sale will start on June 1 in Jingdong Mall.

MIUI 12 AOD+ is now live for MIUI 11 users, Here’s how to enable It

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Apr 24, 2020

Two days back, Xiaomi revealed AOD+ (Always-on Display) ahead of MIUI 12 announcement scheduled for April 27. Now, the feature is already live for MIUI 11 users via the latest versions of MIUI Themes and MIUI Always-on display. Interested users of Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones with OLED display can try it now.

To use the new AOD+ functionality on MIUI 11, the user’s phone must have an OLED display and should run Android Pie or Android 10. Then, they will have to install MIUI Themes v1.7.6.0 and MIUI Always-on display v1.19.387, which you can download from the link provided at the end of the post.

Once the APKs are installed, open MIUI Themes, navigate to the new AOD section and download as well as apply a style of your choice from over 1000+ options. Followed by that, head over to Settings -> Always-on display & Lock screen, then turn on Ambient display if it is not. Lastly, go to Style which is present on the same page and customize the applied AOD style as per your choice.

Unfortunately, the specified version of MIUI Themes app is not installing on our Redmi K20 Pro Indian unit running the current stable MIUI v11.0.4.0. But the MIUI Always-on display app does install, however, without the former app, it is impossible to download new MAML format animated AOD styles.

Also, we don’t have access to any other Xiaomi / Redmi smartphone with an OLED display at the moment. Additionally, the early access for AOD+ could be limited to Chinese devices. Hence, if it’s not working on your region-specific MIUI ROM, then do try flashing the latest MIUI China ROM available for your handset.

Download MIUI Themes v1.7.6.0

Download MIUI Always-on display v1.19.387

Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition TENAA listing confirms key specs ahead of launch

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Apr 24, 2020

Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition is scheduled to go official on April 27 alongside the MIUI 12 custom ROM. Ahead of the launch date, the smartphone has been certified by China’s telecoms regulatory agency TENAA. The listing gives us a look at the key specs of the device.

The Mi 10 Youth Edition (or Mi 10 Lite) is confirmed to feature a 6.57-inch AMOLED display with a waterdrop notch. The display has a resolution of 2400 × 1080 pixels. The device earlier being revealed to pack a Snapdragon 765G processor and the listing indeed confirms it is a 5G phone.

The TENAA listing equally shows the Mi 10 Youth Edition will be available in 4GB, 6GB and 8GB RAM versions. The storage options include 64GB and 128GB storage options for the 4GB/6GB RAM versions and 256GB internal storage for the 8GB RAM version.

The Mi 10 Youth Edition is equipped with a quad-camera setup at the rear, housed in a rectangular module. The main camera is a 48MP sensor but there is a periscope telephoto lens which supports 50x zoom. The mobile phone will get its power from a 4060mAh battery.

Furthermore, the device will run on Android 10 which we expect to get the newest MIUI 12 overlay which Xiaomi is expected to unveil on the same day. Another impressive aspect is the thin 7.88mm thickness and lightweight build of just 192g.

Finally, the TENAA listing shows the Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition will be available in six attractive colours namely; Blue, black, green, pink, red, and white.

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Get Google Phone App for non-Pixel smartphones!

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Apr 24, 2020

Google has crafted some of the apps purely for its Pixel devices. These apps not only improves the functionality but even adds to its value. Google’s refined software and impressive applications always remain favorite among the third-party development community. Several Pixel-based Mods are made available for non-Pixel devices. For example, Google Camera, aka Gcam Mod, is quite popular among photography enthusiasts. Similarly, Pixel phone-based themes and boot animations are also quite popular among non-Pixel users.

In a way forward, the search giant has surprisingly made the Google Phone app available on the Play Store for non-Pixel devices. Until now, the Google Phone app was limited to Pixel and Android One smartphones. The users needed to root the device to use the modified apk or Magisk Module on their respective devices. But the users can now directly use the Google Phone app on a non-Pixel phone by directly installing it from the Play Store.

Google Phone App Compatibility

According to research done by our folks at XDA Developers, the Google Phone App is currently compatible with specific devices that have com.google.android.dialer.support shared library support. However, the above saying is not confirmed by any official source, but it seems a legit reason behind the app compatibility. You can check the smartphone compatibility by running the ADB command on CMD after connecting via USB cable:

pm list libraries | grep "com.google.android.dialer.support"

The support appears to be absent on some Samsung and OnePlus devices; meanwhile, it is working flawlessly on the Asus and LG smartphones. The availability of the app for non-Pixel devices is not officially confirmed from Google, but anyhow it is now working on some Android smartphones.

Note: The ‘Go’ version, aka Google Phone Go app is working on devices that get an error while installing the standard phone app.

Verified Google App working device list:

Oppo Find X2 Pro
Asus Zenfone 6
LGV60 ThinQ
Samsung Galaxy S8
Galaxy Note 10
Poco F1
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
LG G7
LG V35

Download Google Phone App for Non-Pixel smartphones

Google Phone app is finally available for non-Pixel smartphones. Most of the devices can directly install the app from the Play Store. However, if you get any error while installing the Google Phone app, we suggest you install the ‘Go’ version app from the link below.

Download Go Version

We hope you’ve got the latest and workable Google Phone app on your device. If you have any issues, then let us know via the comments below.

iPhone SE 2020 Boots using Motherboard of iPhone 8

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Apr 24, 2020

Apple surprised everyone by launching a sub $500 iPhone when the world is facing a pandemic. The newly released iPhone SE 2020 is the cheapest iPhone ever after the original from four years back in 2016. But to price the device so cheap, the Cupertino-based tech giant used the same chassis and components of iPhone 8 from 2017. A teardown video on YouTube confirms it and the person even manages to boot the new device with the motherboard of the older model.

Apple is known for many things but not for cheap affordable products. But that has begun to change with the iPad 7th generation and the aggressively priced iPhone 11 from last year. Now, the company even undercut Android OEMs by launching the $399 iPhone SE 2020 featuring its flagship A13 Bionic chipset.

The American tech company is successful in doing this because only the chip, rear camera, and battery connector are different. Whereas, the other components are identical to the ones used in the iPhone 8. The teardown video embedded above proves it by swapping the iPhone SE 2020 motherboard with the one of iPhone 8.

By doing so, the handset boots up normally and almost everything works including display, speaker, haptic engine, and front camera. Only the main back camera does not work as it could be a different module than the one used in iPhone 8, probably from iPhone XR.

That said, not every company can pull a stunt like Apple. But if they do, then it can surely help a lot of people and even the company itself during these hard times.

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Xiaomi Mi TV to finally enter the Malaysian market later this year

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Apr 24, 2020

Xiaomi has become a very successful brand in various markets, especially in the Southeast Asian region. Malaysia is one such market, where its smartphones were popular. However, the company never officially launched its Mi TV lineup, but now, the Chinese tech giant has announced that the product will soon be entering the market later this year.

Similar to its smartphones, the Xiaomi Mi TV lineup is generally considered an affordable value for money smart TV. Although, up until now, the only way to own a Mi TV in Malaysia was to import. Xiaomi had a few units on display on its official physical stores across the country but those were never available for purchase.

According to an interview, Xiaomi’s Country Manager for Malaysia and Singapore, Nicholas Shi, revealed that the customers in Malaysia can expect the Mi TV series to arrive in the country later this year. Furthermore, the senior official also revealed that other Xiaomi IoT (Internet of Things) products will also be launched in the country soon, including Mi Watch, Mi Gaming Monitor, Mi Robot Vacuum Mop, and more.

Unfortunately, Nicholas refrained from revealing any specific launch date or time frame other than later in 2020. Similarly, it is also currently unknown which models of the Mi TV’s broad lineup will ship in Malaysia. The company recently launched 4 models in Indonesia, Mi TV 4 (55 inch and 43 inch) and Mi TV 4A (43inch and 32 inch). Thus, we can expect Xiaomi to launch models in line with these. More updates should arrive in the coming weeks, so stay tuned.

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Xiaomi appoints XW Bank’s Chief as the new VP for Xiaomi Finances

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Apr 24, 2020

Zhao Weixing, the President of XW Bank, has been named as the Vice President of Xiaomi Corp’s financial service, Xiaomi Finance. The senior official is a veteran in the banking industry and will help the Chinese tech giant expand its interests in the financial services business.

The announcement arrived from a statement made by the company to a Chinese reporting, Caixin. Zhao was appointed as the Vice President after he completed his three year tenure with XW Bank, a lender backed by Xiaomi. Despite his shift, the official will still be supporting the bank from his new position as well.

For those unaware, the Sichuan based XW Bank is China’s third internet only bank. In other words, it is completely based online. Zhao has been integral in the company’s growth in inclusive finances and partnerships with other financial institutions. Under his run, the bank had a total asset evaluation coming around 44 billion Yuan, which roughly translates to about 6 billion US Dollars.

Notably, Zhao Weixing has previously worked with other banks in the region like Minsheng Bank, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, and Bank of Hangzhou as well. Now, only time will tell what new policies or restructuring the Xiaomi Finances will see under his reign.

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iQOO 3 receives a Permanent Price Cut of up to ₹4,000 ($52) in India

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Apr 24, 2020

The Vivo sub-brand iQOO launched its iQOO 3 smartphone a couple of months back in India. The phone comes in both 4G and 5G variants though they are powered by the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC. The handset started at ₹36,990 but it was increased to ₹38,990 earlier this month due to new GST (Goods & Services Tax) by the Indian government. And now, the company has announced a permanent price cut of ₹4,000 and ₹2,000 on the 4G and 5G versions of the device respectively.

The price cut for iQOO 3 in India was already teased by the company on Twitter. It is a bold move by the new player in one of the most competitive smartphone markets in the world. We are uncertain how the brand is pulling this off as it was only able to sell the phone in March before the country went on lockdown last month and the scenario is still the same due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

At the moment, e-commerce companies in India are only allowed to sell essential goods and since phones are non-essential goods as per the government, their sales are expected to begin only after lockdown. And thus, the price cut of iQOO 3 will be effective from then.

Anyway, here’s the new revised price of iQOO 3 in India after the permanent price cut.

Variant	Old Price	Price Cut	New Price
iQOO 3 4G (8GB + 128GB)	₹38,990 ($510)	₹4,000 ($52)	₹34,990 ($458)
iQOO 3 4G (8GB + 256GB)	₹41,990 ($550)	₹4,000 ($52)	₹37,990 ($498)
iQOO 3 5G (12GB + 256GB)	₹46,990 ($615)	₹2,000 ($26)	₹44,990 ($589)

Xiaomi launched the Gentle Breeze Air Conditioner: An energy efficient AC for 2199 Yuan ($310)

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Apr 24, 2020

Xiaomi has just released a new air conditioner earlier today (24th April 2020). The new Gentle Breeze Air Conditioner was teased a few days ago and has finally been launched. It is priced at 2,199 Yuan (roughly 310 US Dollars) and is also available for 2,499 Yuan (roughly 352 US Dollars) for the high variant and 2,699 Yuan (roughly 381 US Dollars) for the 1.5 ton variant.

One of the most notable aspects regarding the Xiaomi Gentle Breeze Air Conditioner is also described in its name. The gentle/natural breeze is another term for broader coverage of its air outflow. While traditional air conditioners let out the air in a particular direction which isn’t suitable for direct contact for human beings, the Gentle “Soft” breeze feature enables the AC to spread the wind flow evenly across the room.

This not only brings the temperature variance to a minimum but also makes it feel more natural, like a gentle breeze in the countryside; a term Xiaomi heavily implied on the air conditioner’s promotional images. The Gentle Breeze Air Conditioner features 1120 air outlet micro holes that provide three dimensional air supply at a wide angle. It also houses two 98mm super large cross flow fans.

The 1 ton version has a 620 cubic meters per hour circulating volume and a max range of 10 square meters. On the other hand, the 1.5 ton variant has a 660 cubic meters per hour circulating airflow and a max range of 16 square meters. The Xiaomi Gentle Breeze Air Conditioner adopts a full DC frequency conversion technology that is energy efficient and has a high APF value of 5.13, which is far higher than the national standard and energy efficiency limit value of 4.5 in China.

The Gentle Breeze Air Conditioner also supports the Xiao AI voice assistant and can also be interlinked with other smart home products. In other words, it supports voice control to turn it on or off, change temperatures or even use other smart home products, while also being connected via the common smart home Mi application.

Meizu 17 PANDAER Case revealed, will launch exclusively alongside the phone

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Apr 24, 2020

The Meizu 17 series will be launched on 8th April 2020, and alongside the flagship lineup, the PANDAER special case will also be unveiled. The back cover was seen in a recent promotional poster image and features interesting and unique designs.

Looking at the images, the smartphone cover is an exclusive specially designed for the Meizu 17. The special edition cover brings fresh and unique designs, with bright colors as well. The flagship handset’s rear camera module can be observed on the back surrounded by the graffiti like caricatures. This is done seamlessly and to accentuate the overall design of the device itself.

According to official notes, the patterns on the protective case covers every corner, edges, and sides, unlike most other brands that only print the back. Furthermore, it also guarantees that the cover won’t add any noticeable weight to the smartphone and is designed to ensure a premium feel through a special coating that also makes it more comfortable to hold on to.

For those unaware, the Meizu 17 will be the company’s latest flagship series and will feature top notch specs like Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 SoC along with UFS 3.1 memory. It will also arrive with many features like fast charging and more and will be unveiled on 8th April 2020, with the PANDAER case also being launched on the same day. So stay tuned.

OnePlus Drops OxygenOS Open Beta Support For OnePlus 6 / 6T

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Apr 24, 2020

The OnePlus 6 series debuted in the year 2018 with now ubiquitous glass design ditching the metal exterior from the previous generations. The OnePlus 6T was also one of the first mainstream smartphones to feature an in-display fingerprint sensor. Like any other OnePlus smartphones, this duo has been receiving OxygenOS Open Beta updates. Sadly, good times don’t last forever as the company has officially dropped support for these smartphones.

The OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T will continue to get stable maintenance and platform updates from time to time. But it will no longer receive OxygenOS Open Beta builds in order to accommodate newly launched OnePlus 8 series in the program.

The last update build for these phones was OxygenOS Open Beta 6, which was released earlier this month and had the following changes.

Now unlock the LockBox without any problems in File Manager
No more crashes in the Launcher with apps in full-screen display
Got rid of blank screens while clearing up the background apps
Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.03

Now, as these devices are kicked out of the program, OnePlus has provided a rollback OxygenOS 10.3.2 stable build for them. OnePlus 6 / 6T users can download it from the link provided below and install it as usual. However, do note that this will format your storage and hence make sure to backup your data before proceeding.

Download OnePlus 6T OxygenOS 10.3.2 Stable Rollback ROM

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Beware of Fake MIUI 12 Closed Beta Recruitments

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Apr 24, 2020

MIUI is one of the most desired Android skin in Asian markets. The hype for the new version intensifies at the dawn of release. Making use of this opportunity, perpetrators have been now sharing fake MIUI 12 closed beta recruitments all over the internet. Thankfully, Xiaomi has responded asking users to stay away from such posts.

Even before Xiaomi officially announced the launch event for MIUI 12 and Mi 10 Youth Edition, multiple fake closed beta recruitments had already taken over the web. All thanks to the hype created by rumours since after the release of MIUI 11 late last year.

MIUI has a larger fan base than one could have ever thought of. This Chinese Android skin is a big no from westerners because of cultural difference and complexity. But it is the interface that has built the Xiaomi empire as the company started with MIUI and not making smartphones.

Every iteration of the Xiaomi mobile software brings new features and changes based on users feedback and market trends. It does have advertisements for monetization but that is not stopping people from buying Xiaomi or Redmi smartphones as they offer great value for money.

Further, the company has a number of release channels for MIUI such as closed beta, public beta, and stable. These releases are further offered in recovery and fastboot versions. This makes it difficult for a normal user to keep track of the new build releases unless they are active on Mi community.

And, that has what led to the rise of fake MIUI 12 closed beta recruitments. In response, this is what Sangat Desai aka R0user, the head of Mi Community India has to say for the current situation.

Dear MIUI Fans,

It has been brought to our attention that multiple fake MIUI12 testing programs were spotted across different channels recently. In the interests of our MIUI users, we hereby clarify that the MIUI testing programs will be launched only through Xiaomi’s official channels which refers to Mi Community and Official MIUI Social Handles.

Please do not apply for any testing programs unless released across our official channels.

Stay tuned, thanks for your understanding and support.

We all know MIUI 12 will be announced coming Monday, i.e. 27th April. So, we urge you to wait until the event to know about beta recruitments and rollout schedule. We also expect the company to announce more information in the coming days across various localized Mi Communities for different markets.

Until then, beware of fake MIUI 12 closed beta recruitments and check out the upcoming features officially teased by Xiaomi.

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Xiaomi launches the MIJIA Sweeping Robot G1, an affordable cleaning device

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Apr 24, 2020

Earlier today (24th April 2020), Xiaomi launched the affordable MIJIA Sweeping Robot G1. The product is a home appliance and, as its name implies, was built for sweeping. It can even drag and has a triple filtering system with four block suction.

The MIJIA Sweeping Robot G1 features a round design that helps it in mopping up. This is function is further facilitated by the 200ml intelligent precision controlled water tank that has a water pump. Through this, the robot can control the water output level while also being able to measure the water remaining in the tank thanks to its intelligent chip that does not waste water.

The MIJIA Sweeping Robot G1 is also equipped with a Japanese NIDEC motor that has a suction power of 2200Pa. The 4 stop suction switching technology enables it to clean particles as small as hair or as large as a steel ball or soybean. The gadget can be controlled via the app, which also provides real time view of cleaning status and its path.

Notably, the robot also supports the Xiao AI voice assistant. It can also be linked with a smart door lock. Thus, the Xiaomi MIJIA Sweeping Robot G1 can immediately start sweeping as people start walking in. The device automatically goes to recharge once it is done with its designated task. The gadget starts from 899Yuan (roughly 127 US Dollars) but a higher priced variant is also available for 999 Yuan (roughly 141 US Dollars).

Honor X10 could be new name of Honor 10X

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 24, 2020

Last year in July, Honor had launched the Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro smartphones in China. Recent reports have revealed that the Chinese manufacturer is now working on the launch of the successor models. While there is no information available on the existence of the Honor 10X Pro, a recent report claimed that the Honor 10X could be the cheapest 5G phone form the company. Some findings from the official Huawei forums site suggest that the device may not launch as Honor 10X. Instead, it may arrive as Honor X10.

A screenshot from Huawei’s forum site reveals that there is a thread for the Honor X10 phone. We tried searching with the same name on the forum site, but the dedicated thread could not be found. Multiple Weibo users have including has claimed the Honor 10x will be renamed as Honor 10X. A reliable tipster from China has also claimed the same.

The probable reason why Honor may name its next X-series as Honor X10 is that competitor brand Redmi is also gearing to launch a phone with similar moniker. The unannounced Redmi 10X 4G is already listed with its specifications and pricing on the database of China Telecom’s product library. Honor may want to avoid to confusion between the two devices among the consumers.

Editor’s Pick: Honor 30 series first sale: Sold units worth 300 million Yuan ($42m) in just 1 minute

A listing of the Honor X10 phone can be found on JD.com. It is not an official listing. However, the seller has a good reputation on the retailer site. These findings do suggest that the next X-series Honor could be arriving as Honor X10.

The Honor 30S that carries a pricing of 2,399 Yuan (~$339) is currently the cheapest 5G-ready smartphone from the brand. The Honor 9X had arrived in China with a price tag of 1,399 Yuan (~$197). The 5G ready Honor X10 could be coming in May to the home market with a slightly higher price tag. The specifications of the phone are currently under the wraps. A render of the Honor X10 had appeared last week. It was later found to be a fan-made image.

OnePlus 8 Pro users face screen issues on pre-orders, fixes to arrive soon

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Apr 24, 2020

While the OnePlus 8 Pro doesn’t go on sale till April 29th, the pre-orders of the flagship smartphone have already started shipping. However, certain users are already reporting on issues regarding the device’s display, with problems ranging from crushed/clipped blacks and even a “green tint.”

OnePlus has officially acknowledged the problem and has stated that they are already working on a fix, which should arrive soon. As of right now, the list of problems includes low brightness irregularities, clipped blacks, image retention on the screen, and even lines appearing around the punch hole selfie camera cutout. The company has said that it is working on fixing the issues for at least some of the reported problems being faced by users.

Certain issues like uniformity at low brightness is an issue which is faced universally by smartphones equipped with OLED display panels. Thus, it will likely not get fixed through a simple software patch, but the issues regarding crushed/clipped blacks can be solved or have its effects minimized at the very least. According to some users, the issues faced may change based on certain display settings, like resolution and refresh rate. In other words, lower or non-adaptive settings may reduce the visibility of the problems in certain cases.

OnePlus’ official statement read, “OnePlus values user feedback and is committed to delivering the best smartphone experience. Our team is currently investigating these reports to identify the best solutions for our users, and we will issue updates as soon as they are ready.” So, users are advised to wait till an OTA update drops, which hopefully will arrive soon.

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Vivo Y50 launched, features 128GB storage and large 5,000mAh battery

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