Smartwatches have evolved from being able to track just physical activities to be able to measure other important health data such as your heart rate, your oxygen intake, and your blood pressure. Yesterday, Samsung announced that its Galaxy Watch series will now be able to measure blood pressure. However, users will actually need a sphygmomanometer to calibrate the watch.
The nearly minute-long video released by the official Samsung Newsroom YouTube channel walks users through the process. First, you have to ensure that your watch is tightly fitted to your non-dominant wrist. Then wear the cuff of the blood pressure monitor on the arm of your other hand. Just as you begin measuring with the monitor, your watch also begins to measure your blood pressure automatically.
When the watch is done measuring, you enter the reading from the monitor on your phone. You will be required to take two more measurements before calibration is completed after which you will then be able to use your watch to measure your blood pressure with the watch anytime. The press release advises users to calibrate their watch every four weeks to ensure accuracy.
With the health app on your phone, you will be able to monitor your different blood pressure readings over a period of time as recorded measurements will be synced to the device.
Samsung said the Health Monitor app will be available on the Galaxy Watch Active2 in Q3 2020 and then roll out to upcoming models. So if you own the original Watch Active, you will not be able to make use of this feature.
Earlier today (21st April 2020), Huishoubao, a popular second hand phone dealer in China, released a list for the best resale value for smartphones with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 855+ SoC. In the list, the reseller also added AnTuTu benchmarking stats as well.
For those unaware, Qualcomm released its flagship mobile chipset, Snapdragon 855+ back in the second half of 2019. So in terms of performance, it is very similar in technical prowess with the latest Snapdragon 865 SoC. This flagship chip from 2019 was used in various Android flagships from brands including, Oppo, Vivo, Xiaomi, Realme, OnePlus, Nubia, Asus, Meizu, Black Shark, iQOO, Nubia and more.
The list released by the second hand smartphone dealer arrives in the form of an image that reveals the highest resale value of certain handsets. The company calculated the value by dividing the market price of a smartphone 6 months after its launch by its original selling price at the initial launch. Then, it multiplies it by 100 to get a percentage.
Through this, we can observe that the Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro 5G ranked first since it had a resale value of 76.10 percent. In other words, despite 6 months have passed, the smartphone saw lower depreciation of its market price. On the second spot, the Black Shark 2 Pro comes in with 72.06 percent while OnePlus 7T arrives third with 70.80 percent.
Back in 2016, Xiaomi had released an electric scooter which had received various awards and praises. Now, nearly 4 years after the original launch, the Chinese tech giant has now released the Xiaomi Mijia Scooter 1S. It is priced at 1,999 Yuan (roughly 282 US Dollars) and is currently available at the Xiaomi Mall platform.
The Scooter 1S brings various upgrades and new features. This includes a new interactive visual dashboard, which also supports self diagnosis and checking. In other words, if there is a malfunction in any system of the electric scooter, the display can notify the user. Furthermore, the screen also reveals real time speed, driving status, battery life and other important information as well, all in one glance.
Being interactive, one can navigate through various functions with just the single button provided below it. The Mijia Scooter 1S follows a minimalistic design with aviation grade aluminum alloy body and a total weight of just 12.5 kilograms. Notably, it is capable of carrying loads up to 100kg. The electric scooter can also be folded in just under 3 seconds, making it portable when not in use.
The integrated DC motor that powers the Scooter 1S is rated for a service life of 3,000 hours with a 250W power rating and a maximum output of 500W. The scooter can reach speeds up to 25km/h and can last up to 30 kilometers in a single ful charge. It also features an energy saving mode, normal mode, and an adjustable sports mode as well.
The Xiaomi Mijia Scooter 1S is equipped with two 8.5 inch tires that are wear and skid resistant. The handle adopts a double brake design for both the front and rear wheels. Interestingly, when the throttle is released and the brake handle is pressed, the scooter can recover a small portion of the energy from the front wheels, providing a longer battery life. it also supports the ABS system (Anti Brake) and anti brake lock system and has large disc brake structure as well.
The USB-C standard was originally announced back in 2014. Initially, consumers weren’t completely sure about buying USB-C cables but things have changed drastically with the -C cables reaching a safer and more stable standard.
If you have a Nintendo Switch, iPad Pro, MacBook, Android phone, or any other device with a USB-C port, you need to some cables for transferring data, charging, and displaying video. Regrettably, when it comes to USB-C, cables that seem identical can perform in another way.
For instance, a cable that offers fast charging may turn out to be maddeningly slow when it comes to transferring data. Much to our relief, the market is teeming with all sorts of USB-C cables that are safe, as well as stable. Here’s our list of best USB-C cables in 2020 that don’t cost a bomb.
Anker Powerline II USB-C to USB-C 2.0 Cord
An ideal cable for charging USB-C devices such as laptops, tablets, and phones with up to 60W chargers, the Anker Powerline II USB-C to USB-C 2.0 Cord, but offers slower USB 2.0 data transfer speeds. WireCutter confirmed that it carries up to 60W power after testing.
Moreover, the Anker Powerline II is USB-IF certified and backed by a lifetime warranty from Anker. The 6-foot long cable comes in handy for charging even when you sit on a bed or couch. On the downside, it is not the best product to charge large laptops such as the MacBook Pro 15-inch or 16-inch model due to its limited data transfer speeds to USB 2.0.
It is a 6.6-foot cable carrying a 100 W rating. It delivers a performance similar to the MacBook Pro charging cable without emptying your pocket. Thanks to its 100 W charging rating, the cable can be used for recharging the MacBook Pro 16-inch model, which comes with a 96 W charger, at full speed.
Moreover, the Cable Matters USB C to USB C Charging Cable is USB-IF certified and is backed by the company’s one-year warranty. Its performance is as good as Apple’s 2-meter (6.6-foot) and 1-meter (3.3-foot) charging cables for MacBook Pro, but bear comparatively more affordable price tag than the aforementioned 60 W Anker charging cable.
On the downside, it supports only USB 2.0 data transfer speeds and is bulkier and thicker. The one-year warranty that it comes with isn’t as helpful as the lifetime warranty available on the Anker PowerLine II USB-C to USB-C 2.0 Cable.
If you are in the market for a cable that does everything, the Anker Powerline II is likely to fill the bill. It offers up to 10 Gbps transfer speeds for USB 3.1 Gen 2 and is a great choice for charging most USB-C laptops, including the MacBook Pro 16-inch model, at full speed.
Unfortunately, the Anker Powerline II USB-C to USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 Cable is too short for charging a smartphone. With the right charger, it offers up to 100-watt charging, meaning, it can charge any USB-C device at maximum speeds.
In terms of data transmission, the Anker Powerline II delivers USB 3.1 Gen 2 speeds of up to 10 Gbps, which is as fast as a non-Thunderbolt USB-C port delivers. In short, it can transfer a full-length movie in HD format in just about three seconds.
While loaded with top-end features, Anker Powerline II USB-C to USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 Cable is more expensive than other USB-C cables available on the market. While it is just 3 feet long, the cable is designed to be used to connect to a storage device, a laptop or a monitor, and not trying to connect it from your bed or nightstand.
There aren’t too many devices that are Thunderbolt 3 capable, but if you have restlessly been looking for top data speeds i.e. up to 40 Gbps. coupled with 100 W charging, you might want to check out the Anker USB-C Thunderbolt Cable. It is capable of charging a high-powered laptop including the MacBook Pro 16-inch model.
It is Thunderbolt 3 capable, so despite looking exactly like any other USB-C–to–USB-C cable, it is capable of transferring data at up to 40 Gbps between supported devices. On top of that, it is backed by Anker’s 18-month warranty, which is the best in this category.
The Anker USB-C Thunderbolt Cable is quite short, but for a practical reason. According to AppleInsider, Thunderbolt 3 cables that are longer than 1.6 feet do not deliver data transfer speeds and require you to shell out more money on a premium active cable. Moreover, it is designed to be used to connect a laptop to a portable SSD, which is usually placed next to it, which means the 1.6 feet length long enough.
Belkin USB-IF Certified 2.0 USB-A to USB-C (USB Type C) Charge Cable
When it comes to transferring data, this USB-A–to–USB-C cable seems to take forever, but it is 6-feet long and comes in handy for charging older batteries and chargers. This cable can be used to connect USB-C device to a USB-A charging port on a laptop, a wall outlet, a wall charger or a battery pack featuring legacy ports.
The USB-IF certified Belkin USB-A to USB-C Charge Cable comes with a lifetime warranty and has a solid built. Despite its 6-feet length, the cable is relatively thin and can compactly coil up. Unfortunately, it supports only up to USB 2.0 data transfer speeds i.e. 480 Mbps, making it a substandard alternative when it comes to transferring a lot of data between devices.
It is worth noting though that it is the fastest USB-IF certified cable that’s 6-feet long. According to a rep at Anker, the company’s engineers found that integrating full USB 3.1 Gen 2 speeds with a 6-foot cable would make the cable too thick.
Last month, Sharp, the known electronics brand, had announced that it would begin the production of face masks in Japan. Now, these were finally commercially available earlier today (21st April 2020) but due to immense demand and traffic, it seems like the network structure has collapsed with crashes affecting the company’s servers for the official website and its smart IoT devices network as well.
According to a new report, the digital infrastructure collapse has even extended to home appliances made by Sharp. This includes air conditioners that connect to the internet and other products that can be controlled via a smartphone facing various issues at the moment. Similarly, it is almost impossible to access the official Sharp online store due to the heavy demand.
A Sharp representative issues a statement and apologized for the troubles users are facing with the website and their smart home gadgets. The official stated that the concentrated traffic to the server that handles user accounts for both online store and smart home products was the reason for the dual sided malfunction. Furthermore, Sharp is currently working on fixing the issue.
The mask that caused the entire ordeal is just an ordinary looking face mask that is commonly used in Japan and other Asian countries. However, it is different since it has a noticeable Sharp logo branding on the bottom. The mask costs 2,980 Yen (roughly about 28 US Dollars) for a box of 50 with 680 Yen (roughly 6 US Dollars) shipping charges as well. Customers are also restricted from buying more than 3 boxes at a time to prevent hoarding and as of recently, the website is still offline.
Earlier today, Xiaomi confirmed to announce MIUI 12 on April 27 alongside Mi 10 Youth Edition. Followed by that, the official MIUI Weibo account has now started teasing the new features and we expect it to continue till the day of the announcement. The first set of teasers officially confirms a new improved ‘Dark Mode 2.0’, which has been under the rumour mill for a few weeks now.
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Xiaomi introduced ‘Dark Mode’ on its smartphones in early 2019 via an incremental update for MIUI 10. The same was improved a little and passed on to MIUI 11 later that year. But now, the company has fully revamped this feature for MIUI 12 and is calling it ‘Dark Mode 2.0’.
The current ‘Dark Mode’ on MIUI 11 does not affect all the system applications and the same can be said for third-party apps. But with the ‘Dark Mode 2.0’ on MIUI 12, the firm confirms it to support 42 system apps and 20 mainstream apps with deep integration. This new addition corroborates a report from November when an engineer revealed MIUI 12 to bring a system-wide (global) dark mode
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The new dark mode will use non-linear conversion of LAB and HSV color space to offer a natural and pleasing visual experience to users on 100+ apps. In addition to this, the contrast will now change dynamically based on the brightness in the surrounding for better visibility while using dark mode at any time of the day. That means when the brightness is low, the contrast will lower according to it. Similarly, when the brightness is high, the contrast will bump up to a higher level.
Further, the ‘Dark Mode 2.0’ on MIUI 12 will also affect fonts by dynamically changing the font-weight as well as by reducing glare and blurriness. Once the dark mode is turned off, they will return to normal to suite the light mode. This feature goes in line with a previous report of unified fonts and UI elements confirmed by the MIUI head designer in an AMA (Ask Me Anything) session.
Last but not least, the ‘Dark Mode 2.0’ will also dim the phone’s wallpaper at the pixel level to simulate natural day and night scenarios.
As of now, Xiaomi has only revealed the above-mentioned new features. However, as we mentioned in the beginning, the company will reveal almost all the changes and additions in MIUI 12 daily leading up to the day of the official announcement.
Amidst the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, tech giants like Google have started coming with smart ideas that aim in controlling/preventing the further spread of the virus. The company has built a new system that will allow people to be aware of who is infected around, possibly as a warning or to seek immediate isolation. While this system will see an eventual global rollout, it seems like Huawei and China have been cut off from it.
Let’s briefly look into the contact-tracing system first. The idea is relatively simple that users will get notifications once they are near a person infected by the COVID-19 virus. Detection and notification occur through the Bluetooth system, which will run on either side. This will also prompt a person to self isolate, preventing the virus to spread further to people around you.
The concept behind it is that Apple and Google will both drop core updates in upcoming software patches to bring this feature. Through this, one apart from being notified can exercise a reasonable amount of caution and isolate themselves. However, the only issue with this kind of system is that it would need a wide scale adoption. For example, 60 percent of people would need to have this system installed for it to work as efficiently as desired.
Furthermore, the system is also built with various privacy concerns in mind from both Google and Apple, while also adhering to rules set by medical health agencies. Unfortunately, the issue now lies with its implementation. While Google said that about 80 percent of the Android phones outside of China can run this system, the Southeast Asian country and Huawei might be skipped over for this feature.
According to a Huawei official, “it is encouraging to see technology playing a key role in addressing this global issue—we believe technology should be open and available to everyone. Only then can we use technology to move the world forward and make it a better place.” On the other hand, China as a whole seems to have no interest in this international privacy first contact-tracing system. The region already has various phone tracking solutions of their own and will likely employ localized structures regardless.
After launching it earlier this month, Huawei sub-brand Honor finally started selling Honor 30 series smartphones in China from today. In the first sale, the company claims to have managed to sell units worth 300 million yuan in just one minute.
Riding on the popularity of this new smartphone series, the company has now launched a new accessory product for the same. The Chinese company has launched Honor 30 anti-bacterial skin-friendly protective case.
It is currently up for crowdfunding for 49 yuan (~$7) which represents a discount of 10 yuan over its original price of 59 yuan, which is approximately (~$8.3). The company is also holding a giveaway contest for those who take part in this crowdfunding campaign.
The Honor 30 anti-bacterial skin-friendly protective case is being offered in three color options — Magic Night Black, Neon Purple, and Green Wizard. Along with this, the company has also launched a custom protective case for the Honor 30 Pro.
As the name itself indicates, this newly launched protective case for the Honor 30 smartphone uses anti-bacterial coating while ensuring that it offers comfortable feel.
The company says that the case for the Pro variant is made using the hand-painted lacquer technology and the material is exquisite and warm as well as skin-friendly. However, there’s no official confirmation about Honor 30 Pro and 30 Pro+ getting the anti-bacterial skin-friendly protective case anytime soon.
A few days back, OnePlus rolled out OxygenOS Open Beta 12 for OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro devices. A couple of days later, the company has now halted the update as it is causing some serious issues in certain devices.
Usually, OnePlus’ OxygenOS Open Beta builds are stable enough to use as a daily driver. Anyway, they are called beta for a reason and thus they can have bugs. Even the company does not recommend every user to install them. These builds are primarily targeted at enthusiasts and early adopters to provide feedback.
Unfortunately, the latest OxygenOS Open Beta 12 for OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro has become a nightmare for some users. They are now locked out of their device unable to go past the lockscreen. While other users are facing heating issues during charging, disconnections from WiFi networks, and more.
It is worth noting that not all the users of the new update are facing problems. This scenario is exactly similar to Mi A3 Android 10 update fiasco. As a precaution, OnePlus has pulled back the OTA but we are not sure if they have removed the download links for the Full ROM too.
If you are using OxygenOS Open Beta 12 on your OnePlus 7 / 7 Pro and locked out of your device, then the only way to fix it is by performing a hard reset. Users cannot roll back to the previous build, which happens to be OxygenOS Open Beta 11. All they can do is wait for the company to soon release a fix.
Here’s the official changelog for the update in case you are interested.
System
Optimized the volume adjustment to improve user experience
Added the missing recording icon in call screen
Updated Android security patch to 2020.04
Fixed known issues and improved system stability
Phone
Added the ringing duration info for missed calls
Now you can switch your mobile data on phone calls supported with VoLTE
Camera
Added a feature which can now detect dirt on the camera lens, prompting a quick cleanup for better image and video quality.
The Honor 30 series was recently unveiled and was finally launched earlier today (21st April 2020). The smartphone was the Chinese tech giant’s flagship series with top notch specs, which nearly sold 300 million Yuan (roughly 42 million US Dollars) worth of units in just 1 minute as sales opened.
For pricing, the base Honor 30 starts at 2,999 Yuan (roughly 425 US Dollars) while the Honor 30 Pro starts at 3,999 Yuan (roughly 566 US Dollars) and Honor 30 Pro+ goes for 4,999 Yuan (roughly 708 US Dollars). So, just by taking the Honor 30 Pro as the average cost of the entire series, we can say the company has sold over 75,000 units in just 1 minute, which is quite impressive.
However, this is just a rough median so take it with a grain of salt. We can expect Huawei to unveil specific unit sales sometime later. But as it stands right now, Honor is enjoying the success of its latest flagship launch.
Huawei is all-set to launch its Huawei MatePad premium tablet in the home country on 23rd April. Now, ahead of the official launch, some details and key specifications about the upcoming tablet have surfaced online.
It is revealed that the Huawei MatePad will come with 2000 x 1200 pixel screen resolution and 84 percent screen-to-body ratio. Under the hood, the device is powered by the company’s own Kirin 810 chipset.
The device is also expected to come in two variants — 4GB RAM with 64GB internal storage and 6GB RAM with 128GB internal storage. It is also said to be equipped with four speakers which support Harman Kardon tuning.
Further, the report adds that the tablet measures 245.2mm × 154.96mm × 7.35mm and weighs 450 grams. It is reportedly powered by a 7,250mAh battery and is running the company’s own EMUI 10 user interface. We expect it come with Android operating system but with HMS support instead of Google’s services.
Going by the recently listing of the upcoming Huawei MatePad on the company’s official online store in China, the device will be made available in Wi-Fi only and LTE version. It is expected to be offered in a gradient-based White color.
The tablet, which features an 8-megapixel camera sensor on the front as well as back, will support Huawei’s M-pen stylus which will be sold separately. The Huawei MatePad is currently up for pre-order in China. While the device is set to get launched on 23rd April, it seems that the official sale will begin from 26th April.
Apart from this, the company will reportedly launch a 5G variant as well as Kirin 820-powered model at a later date. We expect to know more details about this other variant of the device in the coming days or weeks.
Yesterday, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition discussion thread was unearthed on Mi Community China. Now, earlier today, the company officially announced its launch to take place on April 27 alongside MIUI 12. Followed by that, the brand has now shared a new teaser render of the handset on Weibo.
The upcoming Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition will be different than the global Mi 10 Lite 5G. As per the new detailed render posted by Xiaomi on Weibo, the new handset will feature a periscope camera with up to 50x zoom capability, which is not present on the original lite device launched in Europe last month.
The details of the other sensors of the phone’s quad-camera setup are scarce at the moment. Probably, it will come equipped with the same 48MP primary sensor and a similar 8MP ultra-wide unit. Unfortunately, we are not sure whether the 5MP macro camera or the 2MP depth sensor will return from the global Mi 10 Lite 5G.
Apart from the new camera configuration, we expect the Mi 10 Youth Edition to feature similar specs as its global counterpart. That means it will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 paired with up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB UFS 2.1 storage. It will have support for 5G connectivity on both SA (standalone) and NSA (non-standalone) 5G networks in the country.
Further, the phone will come fitted with a 6.57-inches AMOLED display with an in-screen fingerprint reader and a dew-drop notch housing a 16MP selfie camera if the company does not swap it with a different sensor. The handset will get its juice from a 4,160 mAh battery with support for 22.5W fast charging according to a recent leak. The device will measure 7.98mm in thickness and will weigh 192 grams.
Going by the official render, the Mi 10 Youth Editon will be available in four colours in China. The first one will be a fusion of white and purple gradient, the second, third, and fourth versions will be emerald, peach, and blue respectively.
The Android Enterprise a new listing for a smartphone named Vivo Y21. The few specs that has appeared through its listing suggests that it is a mid-range device. At the same time, the Vivo NEX 3 2020 moniker has appeared on the database of Thailand’s NBTC authority.
In February, the Vivo Y21 moniker was spotted at GFC database along with its V1926 model number. The model was also approved by the Bluetooth SIG around the same time. Now the same V1926 has popped with some key specs and image on the Android Enterprise database.
The listing states that the Vivo Y21 has a 6.4-inch waterdrop notch screen. It has 4 GB of RAM and a built-in storage of 64 GB. The Android 10 OS is loaded on the device along with FunTouchOS UI skin. Some unconfirmed rumors claimed that the handset has a 4,500mAh battery with 18W fast charging support.
In related news, a smartphone with Vivo NEX 3 2020 moniker has been spotted at NBTC. The model number of the device is Vivo 1913. Nothing is known on the specs of the device.
Earlier this year, Vivo introduced the Vivo NEX 3S 5G as an enhanced version of the original Vivo NEX 3 that debuted last year in September. There is a possibility that the Vivo NEX 3 2020 could be a rebranded version of the NEX 3S 5G for Thailand. It is advisable to wait for further reports to appear to know more about the NEX 3 2020.
Samsung has made huge progress in terms of smartphone camera sensors. The company was among the first to launch a 64-megapixel camera sensor and the first one to launch 108-megapixel image sensor.
But it seems that the company hasn’t stopped yet in terms of megapixel count for the smartphone cameras. Samsung has today revealed in an article that it is now planning to develop camera sensors with 600-megapixel resolution.
To put that in perspective, Yongin Park, Executive Vice President and Head of Sensor Business Team, System LSI Business says that human eyes can match up to 500-megapixel resolution.
However, with 48-megapixel and 12-megapixel sensors still being standard, it seems like a long journey for the 600-megapixel camera sensor to materialise. To make this happen, the South Korean giant also needs to develop new technologies.
The company has been advancing the pixel binning technology. The 64MP sensors from Samsung use 2×2 pixel binning while the 108MP sensors use 3×3 pixel binning to increase light absorption and mitigate issues related to low-light conditions.
Samsung’s ambitions for the future camera sensors is not limited to 600MP resolution. The Systems LSI Business division of Samsung, which deals with image sensors, is also looking to make sensors that can register smells and tastes.
Apart from supplying image sensors for smartphones, the company is also reportedly planning to provide camera sensors for other use cases, including autonomous vehicles (AVs), drones, and other IoT (Internet of Things) devices.
Currently, 108MP camera sensor remains the highest for smartphones but that is about to change soon. Samsung is working on a 150MP sensor using Nonacell technology and is expected to be available from Q4 2020.
Meizu is slated to announce details about the launch of its next-generation flagship smartphone — Meizu 17 in China on 22nd April. Now, just a day ahead of the official announcement, the company has now shared new posters on Weibo which reveals the upcoming phone’s front panel.
The poster shared by the company confirms that the Meizu 17 will feature a punch-hole cutout in the top-right corner and overall it has tiny bezels surrounding the display. The design is similar to what has already been leaked. The company also said that it may be the only 5G flagship smartphone this year to offer white panel.
As per the reports, the FHD+ display will offer 90Hz refresh rate with high screen-to-body ratio. It is expected to come packed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC with support for 5G connectivity, LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.0 storage. The phone has already been confirmed to be powered by a 4,500mAh battery which will come with mSmart charging technology.
It’s being reported that the Meizu 17 will have support for Wi-Fi 6, enabling download speed of up to 4,151 Mbps. This new Wi-Fi standard brings more stability, lower latency and more to the table. We’ll know more about the smartphone, along with its pricing and availability details in the coming days.
Meanwhile, the company recently launched a Commemorative Edition of the Meizu 16S Pro, marking the discontinuation of the series. The move is likely made to make way for the upcoming flagship Meizu 17.
Samsung is reportedly working on the successor of the Galax Tab S6 flagship tablet from last year. A fresh report on GalaxyClub.nl has revealed some key information on the upcoming Galaxy Tab S7 tablet.
The report states that the publication came across SM-T970 (Wi-Fi edition) and SM-T975 (LTE variant) model numbers of the upcoming high-end Samsung tablet. It is believed that this tablet may sport a 12.4-inch display. On the other side, there is a smaller high-end tablet with model numbers SM-T870 and SM-T875 which is speculated to debut as its 11-inch screen version. Like the predecessor Galaxy Tab models, the Tab S7 is also expected to arrive with S Pen stylus support.
In February, Samsung launched the Galaxy S20 series of flagship phones. In Q3, it is expected to launch Galaxy Note 20 series. Early rumors had claimed that the upcoming high Galaxy Tab could be debuting as Galaxy Tab S20. However, the new report states that the South Korean company has settled for Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Plus monikers. The 12.4-inch model is expected to carry Galaxy Tab S7+ name.
Just as Samsung had a 5G variant of the Galaxy Tab S6 with SM-T866 model number, it is speculated that there is a 5G-ready version of the Galaxy Tab S7+. Its model number will be SM-T976. Last year’s Galaxy Tab S6 5G was only available in South Korea. However, the 5G version of the Tab S7 Plus will also be also available outside of the home market. Its European version is said to have SM-T976B model number.
The Galaxy Tab S7 series may go official in early August. It could be short followed by Galaxy Note 20. The rumored Galaxy Fold 2 may debut alongside the Note 20 series.
Last year, in December, Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi launched its Redmi K30 smartphone which recently got a Pro variant. Amid rumors of a new variant coming soon, the company has today shared that it is holding a limited-time sale of Redmi K30 at a discounted rate.
The poster reveals that the Redmi K30 6GB RAM and 128GB storage model will be available for a discount of 100 yuan for a limited time, which brings down the smartphone’s pricing to 1,599 yuan, roughly $226. While the company’s says it’s a limited time sale, there’s has been no mention on sale end date.
The Redmi K30 comes in four models — 6GB + 64GB priced at 1,599 yuan, 6GB + 128GB costing 1,699 yuan, 8GB + 128GB which is on sale for 1,899 yuan, and the top-end 8GB + 256GB which costs 2,199 yuan.
To remind you of the specifications, the phone features a 6.67-inch IPS Full HD+ 120Hz display and comes with a punch-hole cutout on the screen at the top-right corner for dual cameras. Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G octa-core processor with Adreno 618 GPU.
In the camera department, there’s a quad-camera setup on the back, consisting of Sony IMX686 64-megapixel primary sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, a 2-megapixel depth assist lens, and a 2-megapixel macro lens. On the front side, it comes with a 20-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor.
The phone runs the latest Android 10 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own MIUI 11 on top. The device is powered by a 4,500mAh battery with support for 27W fast charging technology.
The development comes at a time when the company is reportedly planning to discontinue Redmi K30 4G model in favor of the 5G variant. The only major difference in the Redmi K30 5G compared to the 4G model is the chipset, minor camera specs change, and battery charging speed. The 5G model is powered by Snapdragon 765G SoC and the 2MP depth sensor has been replaced by a 5MP sensor. The phone also has 30W fast charging.
In addition to this, the company is also rumoured to launch a new variant in this lineup — Redmi K30i. It is said that it could come powered by MediaTek Dimensity 800 SoC and will have 5G support. The device is expected to be priced around 1,799 yuan, which is approximately $245.
Lately, Oppo has been pushing stable ColorOS 7 update based on Android 10 to the eligible devices in China after being delayed due to COVID-19 pandemic. Now, the global versions of these devices are getting a similar treatment. The handsets that are currently receiving the OTA update are listed along with their respective builds in a table below.
Since the update is being rolled out through OTA (over the air), it is being seeded out to units in batches. Hence, it might take time to reach every user. In order to check whether your device has received the update, head over to Settings -> Software Updates section.
Here’s the official changelog of ColorOS 7 stable update provided by the company for the above-mentioned handsets.
Visuals
Brand new borderless design makes visuals more attractive and operation more efficient.
Added OPPO Sans as the default font. The new font delivers a refreshing feel and fits well with OPPO’s pursuit of blending beauty and technology.
Smart Sidebar
Optimised user interfaces and improved one-handed operation.
Drag an app out of Smart Sidebar to open it in Split-screen mode.
Added two settings: Assistive Ball Opacity and Hide Assistive Ball on Fullscreen App.
Optimised the Floating Window feature for more apps.
Added a bubble: A bubble is displayed when you open an app in a floating window from the Smart Sidebar. Tap the bubble to collapse and open the app.
Screenshot
Optimised 3-Finger Screenshot: Use 3 fingers to touch and hold the screen and swipe your fingers to adjust the screenshot size. Use 3 fingers to touch and hold the screen and swipe your fingers outwards to capture a long screenshot.
Added screenshot settings: You can adjust the position of the screenshot preview floating window and set the screenshot sound.
Optimised screenshot preview floating window: After taking a screenshot, drag it up and release to share it, or drag it down and release to take a long screenshot.
Navigation Gestures 3.0
New gesture: Swipe inward from both sides of the screen and then hold to switch to the previous app.
Optimised gestures: All gestures are supported in landscape mode.
System
Added Dark Mode: Protects your eyes while reducing power consumption.
Added Focus Mode: Shields you from outside distractions when you are learning or working.
Added all new charging animation.
Optimised the Quick Settings user interface for easier one-handed operation.
Swipe left or right to ignore banner notifications.
Added a pause function for screen recording.
Added a floating window and settings for screen recording.
New sounds added for file deletion, calculator key touches, and compass pointer.
Optimised system pre-loaded ringtones.
Added TalkBack floating prompts for Accessibility.
Colour Accessibility Mode added to improve the user experience for visually impaired users.
New management function for recent tasks: You can view memory information about recent tasks and lock apps.
Games
Optimised visual interaction for Game Space.
Optimised the startup animation for Game Space.
Home Screen
More live wallpapers.
Added Art+ static wallpapers.
Customise whether to open Global Search or the notification drawer when swiping down on the Home screen.
Customise the size, shape, and style of app icons on the Home screen.
Swipe up on the Lock screen to switch unlock methods.
Optimised the graphic design of password unlocks to facilitate one-handed operations.
Supported live wallpapers on the Lock screen.
More screen-off clock styles.
Added a simple Home screen mode, featuring larger fonts and icons and a clearer layout.
Security
Connect your phone to Wi-Fi networks using a random MAC address to avoid targeted ads and protect your privacy.
Tools
In Quick Settings or Smart Sidebar, you can open Calculator in a floating
Added the trim feature in Recordings.
Added the Weather (dynamic) ringtone, which automatically adapts to the current weather.
Added weather-adaptive animations in Weather.
Camera
Optimised the Camera UI for better user experience.
Optimised the Timer UI and sound.
Photos
Optimised the Album UI for a clear hierarchy and quick lookup of photos.
Added Album Recommendations that recognises more than 80 different scenes.
Communications
OPPO Share now supports sharing files with vivo and Xiaomi devices.
Optimised the Contacts UI for a more efficient experience.
Settings
Search Settings now supports fuzzy match and contains a search history.
Applications
Soloop Video Editor: Create your video with one tap.
Added DocVault, an app for easy management and use of your digital ID cards (available only on phones sold in India).
On April 23,iQOO will be announcing the iQOO Neo3 5G flagship phone. An advertisement that surfaced last week had revealed that the smartphone will be priced at 2,998 Yuan (~$423) in China. A snapshot of the phone’s poster at retailer store was shared by a Chinese tipster on Weibo yesterday. It reiterated that the Neo3 will be priced at 2,998 Yuan.
The poster has all the key features of the iQOO Neo3 mentioned on it along with the pricing. It states that the phone has Snapdragon 865 chipset with dual-mode 5G support, 144Hz refresh rate supporting display, a 4,500mAh battery, Hi-Fi audio chip and stereo speakers.
The Chinese firm has already revealed that the iQOO Neo3 is equipped with UFS 3.1 storage. The AnTuTu listing of the smartphone had revealed that it will be arriving with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. A previous leak had also revealed the existence of a lower model with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB storage. On AnTuTu, the handset managed to breach 608K+ benchmark scores.
The iQOO Neo3’s 144Hz display is an LCD panel with a punch-hole positioned at the top-right corner. It has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The back panel of the device has a triple camera setup. The handset had recently appeared at the database of China’s 3C authority to confirm that it may ship with a 44W fast charger.
The Redmi K30 Pro 5G is selling with a starting price of 2,999 Yuan in China. The upcoming iQOO Neo3 appears to a worthy rival for the K30 Pro.
Oukitel WP6 was launched on March 20. The international brand known for offering high-end smartphones aimed at redefining outdoor communication with the WP series, while the C series was touted to offer the most affordable cutting-edge smartphone.
The last C series was launched back in 2019 and it sold out like hot cakes on AliExpress. Oukitel is expecting the long-awaited successor to follow suit and garner huge popularity among smartphone lovers. The C18 Pro was made available to the public on April 20.
The recently unveiled smartphone has gone up for sale through AliExpress. More importantly, the Alibaba owned online retail service is offering the C18 Pro for a considerably lowered price.
The Oukitel C18 Pro comes with 4GB of RAM and offers 64GB of internal storage space would normally set you back $166.65, but you can now get it for a lowered price of just $99.99, which translates to a 40 percent reduction in the phone’s original asking price. This model is available in black, as well as a purple color option.
Alternatively, you can go for the standard package that comprises black, as well as purple color options with a Xiaomi earphone. This variant would normally set you back $179.98, but can now be yours for an unbeatable price of just $107.99. This is a 40 percent reduction in the phone’s selling price.
Likewise, you can get a 40 percent discount on the standard package that comes with a 32GB TF card. While it normally retails for $183.32, you can now purchase it for a considerably lowered price of only $109.99 from AliExpress. This 40 percent off is valid for the black and purple color options.
There’s a 40 percent off on another standard package that ships with a 64GB TF card. This variant carries a $191.65, but AliExpress is offering it for just $114.99, which means, you can avail of a 40 percent off on the aforesaid model.
On top of that, those placing their first order with AliExpress can save more money by applying a $3 Off New User Coupon during the checkout process. Moreover, you can get an extra $1 off if your order value exceeds $119.
The irresistible Oukitel C18 Pro smartphone features a 6.55 inches HD display with 1600×720 pixels resolution. It packs a powerful MTK6757 processor coupled with 4GB of RAM under the hood.
In the optics department, the C18 Pro houses a 16MP, a 2MP, an 8MP and a 5MP camera at the back. Upfront, it has an 8MP snapper for selfies and video calling. It is backed by a 4000mAh battery and runs Android 9.0 OS., but the hardware supports the latest Android 10.
You can head straight to this link to check out more details about the Oukitel C18 Pro and place your order. Note that you can add a free gift with your order during the activity period. Regrettably, the promo is slated to end this weekend.
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Moreover, the Anker Powerline II is USB-IF certified and backed by a lifetime warranty from Anker. The 6-foot long cable comes in handy for charging even when you sit on a bed or couch. On the downside, it is not the best product to charge large laptops such as the MacBook Pro 15-inch or 16-inch model due to its limited data transfer speeds to USB 2.0.
