It was rumored that Honor has a large stock of 4G smartphones but now the brand’s president George Zhao denies that allegation in an interview with a Chinese media called C114. Also, he boasted his brand to have performed better than March 2019 even during these hard times.
Like any other smartphone brand, Honor too lacked supplies during the COVID-19 crisis in China, confirmed the brand’s president. But still, it managed to do well than competitors and was even the country’s second-largest smartphone brand in February 2020.
Denying the large pile of 4G stock rumour, he said if it was true they could have set a new sales record in March 2020, albeit doing better than last year. Also, now as the effect of coronavirus is fading away, he expects Honor to further grow rapidly.
Taking about switching from 4G to 5G networks, Mr Zhao said the process is gradual and hence companies have been launching dual-mode (SA & NSA) 5G smartphones. He also said that 5G phones will get cheaper in the coming months just like the brand’s newly launched Honor 30S.
Last but not least, he confirms Honor will offer more value for money products later on this year like the upcoming Honor 30 series and Honor X series.
The coronavirus outbreak stopped smartphone manufacturers to hold physical events, but it did not stop them from announcing their new devices. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, several upcoming smartphones are going to be officially unveiled in April 2020, including flagship smartphones from a few mainstream brands. In this post, you will find the top upcoming smartphones of April 2020 with the most important piece of info we have about each of these devices. For more information, check our daily coverage and you will find a lot of leaks and confirmation about the upcoming phones. Note that several info you will find below is based on rumors, so take everything with a pinch of salt unless you read it is official info.
Top upcoming smartphones of the month
Oppo Reno Ace 2
After launching the top-tier flagships Find X2 and X2 Pro, Oppo is going to announce its 2020 affordable flagship. We are talking about the Reno Ace 2: VP Brian Shen confirmed that the phone will be official on April 13. Most of the specifications has already been revealed thanks to a TENAA listing. According to the Chinese regulatory agency, Oppo Reno Ace 2 will sport a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. It will be a punch-hole display with a 16 MP front camera embedded. On the rear side, there will be a quad-camera setup including a 48 MP primary lens, an 8 MP lens and a pair of 2 MP sensors. The sensors will be included in a round-shaped camera module with a dual LED flash on its right. Under the hood, there will be a 2.8 GHz octa-core processor, most likely the Snapdragon 865 paired with 8 or 12 GB of RAM and 128 or 256 GB of internal storage. The color variants will be black, blue and purple.
The OnePlus 8 lineup will be officially announced on Tuesday, April 14. The event will be live-streamed and it will begin at 11 AM EDT, as officially confirmed by the company. OnePlus will unveil at least two variants of the new series: OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro. But according to reports, the company will also launch a more affordable variant called OnePlus Z. Both OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro are expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 865 mobile platform supporting 5G connectivity. They will come with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.0 internal storage, as well as MEMC technology. They will boast 90 and 120 Hz Fluid AMOLED display, respectively. The standard version will provide a 1080p resolution, while the Pro variant will be Quad HD+. Among the specs, there will also be reverse wireless charging and a camera department with up to 30x digital zoom.
The day after the launch of the OnePlus 8 series, on April 15, another brand will unveil its new flagships: Honor. The brand brought to success by Huawei will unveil the new Honor 30 series composed of Honor 30 and 30 Pro. Last month, the company launched the affordable variant Honor 30S which is also the first smartphone equipped with the new Kirin 820 5G chipset. Honor 30 and 30 Pro will probably be equipped with the Kirin 990 5G SoC. The lineup will be released in four color variants: pink, blue, silver, and purple. According to rumors, they will house a 50 MP Sony IMX7XX main sensor, a 12 MP ultrawide shooter and an 8 Megapixel telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. We also expect a dual punch-hole display with a 90 Hz refresh rate.
On April 15, an Apple phone might steal the attention reserved for the Honor 30 series. We are talking about the new affordable iPhone which, according to the latest reports, will be called iPhone SE once again (2020 version). A screen protector listed on Apple’s online store confirmed the iPhone SE moniker. It seems like the new iPhone will have the same front panel as the iPhone 7 and 8, including a 4.7-inch display. It is rumored to come with up to 256 GB of internal storage and an Apple A13 Bionic processor, the same as the iPhone 11 series. It is also supposed to hit the shelves in three color variants: black, white and red.
There is still no official confirmation, but Huawei Nova 7 is likely to debut on April 23. That is what the latest reliable leak suggested. The Huawei Nova 7 series is supposed to include three devices: Nova 7 5G, Nova 7 Pro 5G, and Nova 7 SE 5G. The three variants are rumored to be fueled by three different processors: Kirin 985, Kirin 990 and Kirin 820. The Nova 7 SE could carry price tags between 2,000 Yuan (~$282) and 3,000 Yuan (~$423). The Nova 7 may cost around 3,000 Yuan and the Nova 7 Pro may reach a price range between 3,500 Yuan (~$493) and 4,000 Yuan (~$564).
Meizu is going to celebrate its 17th anniversary by unveiling a new flagship: the Meizu 17. The company revealed that the phone will be launched sometime in April, but we still do not have an exact date. The handset is rumored to come with an OLED display sporting a Full HD+ resolution and a 90 Hz refresh rate. It is said to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset paired with LPPDR5 RAM and UFS 3.0 internal storage. On the rear side, we expect to see a quad-camera setup with a 64 MP primary lens, an 8 MP ultrawide sensor, a 5 MP telephoto lens and a 2 MP depth sensor. There may also bee stereo speakers, WiFi 6, NFC, and a 4500 mAh battery with 30W fast charging. All with a 3,999 Yuan starting price.
Unlike the other devices listed above, this is a series of value for money smartphones and it does not include any flagship. Honor Play 4T and 4T Pro will be official on April 9 and some of the known retailers in China started taking reservations. Honor Play 4T Pro was certified by TENAA with a 6.3-inch AMOLED display sporting a Full HD+ resolution. It is equipped with a Kirin 810 chipset paired with 6 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of storage. On the rear side, there will be a 48 MP triple camera, while the battery will have a 4000 mAh capacity.
Realme had scheduled the official launch of the new Narzo series in India for March 26, but the day before the launch, CEO Madhav Sheth announced that the launch has been postponed owing to the nationwide lockdown announced in India starting today. The lockdown is obviously related to the Coronavirus outbreak. The Narzo series might debut in April, but nothing has been announced yet. Realme Narzo 10 and 10A will not be new phones: they will just be rebranded versions of the devices known as Realme C3 and 6i in the other markets.
Mini-LED is touted to be the next-generation display technology and it is presently the focus of local manufacturers in China. Leading Chinese display maker BOE is reportedly developing a 27-inch 4K display with a 2048- zone mini LED backlight.
Mini-LED is a new display technology that promises improved contrast ratios and deeper blacks compared to LCD panels that are lit with regular LEDs (light-emitting diodes). As the name suggests, mini-LEDs are a lot smaller than regular LEDs. Diodes that are smaller than 0.2 mm are generally classed as mini-LEDs.
With the exit of South Korea ’s Samsung and LG from the LCD market and the focus on LED which has resulted in a reduction of LCD production, Chinese manufacturers are looking to revive the industry and they are turning to mini-LEDs. There are speculations that mini-LED technology is the future of LCD panels production and could help engineer a surge ahead of OLED.
BOE ’s mini-LED technology has been under development for some time. Currently, it is moving from the first generation of mini LED with PCB as the backplane to the second generation of matrix glass backplane technology, which can support more dimming areas.
The 27 -inch 4K display panel BOE is reportedly working on is said to support 64×32 array, which is 2048 partitions. The mini-LED backlight has a brightness while the peak brightness reached 1000nit. The display also supports HDR.
Apart from the brightness, other indicators of this display are also very high. The 10-bit panel supports 99% DCI-P3 color gamut. However, the refresh rate and response time are not mentioned. Mass production is yet to commence so the price is still unknown but we don’t expect it to be cheap. The price will likely be lower than LEDs though.
Android is the largest smartphone ecosystem used on over two billion devices across the globe. Google has crafted different Android versions for TVs, Wearables and other IoT devices. There are various advantages of using Android apart from its availability with affordable devices. Most of the useful apps on Android devices are built by Google namely, Photos, Maps, Search and Chrome Browser. Among the Browser, Google Chrome is the most used web browser on all primarily used operating systems like Android, Windows, and Linux. Whereas, Safari supersedes on macOS and iOS operating systems.
However, some users have a tough time looking for passwords stored on the Chrome browser. We have compiled a guide to let users access saved Chrome passwords on Android devices.
There are different locations to save passwords, and it varies according to different apps. Most of the time, these passwords are saved on the Stock Browser or most probably on the Chrome browser. Apart from saving passwords, it even carries the ability to sync them across multiple devices where you sign-in using the same account. Google Chrome has primarily used on most Android devices.
Benefits of Google Chrome
There are various benefits of using the Google Chrome browser.
It is a rapidly fast web browser.
It extends compatibility across different platforms like Windows, Android, Linux, iOS, and macOS.
Cross-Platform Sync of passwords, bookmarks, history and much more.
Simple and useful designed browser.
Easy to use and search using the CHrome browser.
It supports extensions to extend browser functionality.
It takes a few seconds to install.
Now, let’s proceed to see where our passwords are present on Google Chrome Browser.
Access saved passwords from Google Chrome
It is quite simple to get your saved passwords on Google Chrome. Follow the steps below:
Open the Chrome Browser on your Android smartphone.
Tap three dots on the top-right corner of the browser, and tap on the Settings.
Now, Tap on the passwords option, to see all the saved passwords present in the browser.
Find all your saved passwords, or you can even search if there are many.
Just tap them and get to know the password after entering the authentication PIN.
We hope you have successfully received access to saved passwords on Google Chrome. If you have any issues, then let us know via the comments below. In a similar way, the user can get their passwords from different browsers like Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Opera and others.
Xiaomi has launched a new wireless mouse called Mi Elegant Mouse Metallic Edition. This mouse works on both Bluetooth and via 2.4GHz wireless receiver. It costs only 99 Yuan ($14) and comes in two colours – Grey and Black. It will be available to purchase from April 9.
The new Mi Elegant Mouse Metallic Edition looks similar to the Mi Wireless Mouse 2 from November 2019 but cuvier and flatter looking similar to another Xiaomi mouse called Mi Portable Mouse from 2016. In simpler words, the design of this new mouse is a fusion of earlier models from the company.
As the name suggests, the latest portable wireless mouse from Xiaomi features a sandblasted anodized metal finish to give it a premium look. The company claims the metal used in the mouse to offer better durability over the years and as a bonus, the surface is even fingerprint-resistant.
The mouse can be operated via 2.4GHz receiver and Bluetooth. And thus, it can be connected with two devices at a time. Further, the mouse features a 1000 DPI photoelectric sensor to offer a better experience while using it.
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The Mi Elegant Mouse is small enough to be carried easily even in pockets. As for compatibility, it works well with devices running Windows 7/8/10, macOS 10.10+, Android 5.0+, and even iPads running iPadOS 13.4+. Due to its modern design, it goes well with almost every ultrabook in the market.
Talking about the battery, the mouse gets its juice from a AA battery offering 12 and 9 months of usage on 2.4GHz and Bluetooth respectively.
Mi Elegant Mouse Metallic Edition
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Xiaomi announced a ton of new products ahead of the company’s annual Mi Fan Festival 2020 edition. We have covered almost all the important products from today’s announcement like the Redmi Band, Redmi Note 9S Limited Edition, new Smart TVs, new security cameras, and more. But the list does not seem to stop, you can check out our coverage on the new Xiaomi products from the news section.
Xiaomi Youpin has launched the Viomi IH Sugar-free Rice Cooker. The smart home gadget comes with a solid price tag of 1199 yuan ($168) but a new product coupon is available which brings down the price to 599 yuan ($84).
The Viomi IH Sugar-free Rice Cooker uses IH heating technology and iron kettle pot. Compared with traditional rice cookers, the IH electromagnetic heating technology can form a three-dimensional heat vortex in the pot, just like cooking rice with firewood. This ensures that every grain of rice is fully heated and evenly cooked.
The pot is equipped with about 316 filter holes which makes it easy to separate the rice from the water or soup as the case may be. Combined with the siphon principle, the excess starch is dissolved into the rice soup repeatedly. The steamed rice has a low sugar content and is fluffy.
Viomi IH Sugar-free Rice Cooker
The pot uses 5 layers of a high-density fine cast-iron bladder, weighing 2.6 kg. The bladder is cast through multiple complex processes. The iron layer is thicker and the magnetic permeability is stronger. The iron bladder continues to heat up overall, improving cooking efficiency.
The Viomi IH Sugar-free Rice Cooker comes with 15 built-in classic recipes. All you need to do is to connect the rice cooker with your mobile phone, open the app, and select the recipe you desire. It also comes with 8 built-in gourmet functions. In addition to cooking rice, you can also make cakes, porridge, clay pot rice, soup and so on.
Meizu is expected to soon launch its next flagship smartphone called Meizu 17. The device has been leaked multiple times over the last few weeks revealing some of its specs. We even got to see a live image of the device earlier this month. Now, once again, the handset leaks in real life in a subway exposing its rear design.
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The new purported Meizu 17 live image leak confirms the render leak from yesterday. As per the image and the previous render, the Meizu 17 will take a different approach in terms of camera placement. Instead of a rectangular/square matrix array, the cameras on this device will be placed in a horizontal manner similar to the Galaxy S10 series.
Although this image does not show us the front of the device, the render leak from yesterday revealed the phone to sport a display with a punch-hole camera at the top right corner. Additionally, the render confirmed the Meizu 17 to feature the signature ring flash with two cameras on either side in a horizontal alignment.
As for specifications, the device is rumoured to come with FHD+ OLED display with 90Hz refresh rate, Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, LPDDR65 RAM, UFS 3.0 storage, 64MP (primary) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 5MP (telephoto) + 2MP (depth) quad-camera setup, stereo speakers, WiFi 6, NFC, 4,500 mAh battery, 30W fast charging, and 3,999 Yuan ($564) starting price.
Xiaomi Youpin has played host to a countless number of third-party products since Xiaomi carved it out of the MIJIA brand. One thing that makes the platform stand out is the array of products it houses, including non-tech gadgets as long as it is an innovative one. During the winter period, there were several clothes and apparels including heated goosedown jackets manufactured to meet the various needs. For summer, Xiaomi Youpin has launched a prime full-band high-index ice-cooling breathable sun protection clothing for crowdfunding.
The clothing is called Supield full-band high-index cool breathable sun protection clothing. It is produced using a patented sunscreen fabric which has an Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) rating of ≥ 600+.
According to reports, this sun protection clothing uses high sun protection factor optical technology fabrics, combined with new textile technology and functional finishing technology. This design makes it capable of effectively blocking harmful light sources from harming the skin. The average UPF of knitted fabrics is 600+ and it has a visible and near-infrared blocking rate of more than 95%. It can block most of the sun’s rays that are harmful to the skin. The clothing is said to have 15 times more protective power than the ordinary sun protection clothing.
The Supield full-band high-index cool breathable sun protection clothing also uses special yarns with high thermal conductivity. It has contact cooling function and breathability. The measured contact cooling coefficient is 0.24 which can quickly dissipate heat from the human body.
This sun protection suit supports 360 ° circulation which improves the feeling of dryness and helps the body adjust easily to temperature changes in the morning and evening, and can also be used as a thin skinny jacket. It can also prevent mosquito bites.
The Supield full-band high-index cool breathable sun protection Jacket comes with a retail price of 249 yuan (~$35) but backers will pay 179 yuan (~$25) during the crowdfunding exercise.
Lenovo has carved a name for itself in the PC market where it is presently ranked among the top 2 manufacturers worldwide. The brand has also made some impact in the smartphone sector even though it is struggling in that aspect presently. Lenovo has equally dabbled into the manufacture of smart products such as smart band, smartwatches, hearable devices (earbuds, earphones), robot vacuum cleaners and several others. The Chinese tech giant has now revealed its intention to launch a smart electric scooter soon.
Electric vehicles (EV) are the future of transportation as a result of their lesser impact on climate change. Countries are already enacting regulations that would see manufactures migrate from gasoline vehicles to EVs. Already, electric scooters are extremely popular means of transportation in China and other parts of the world where public transports are often crowded especially during rush hour. Lenovo is aiming to catch in on the trend with what would be its first electric vehicle.
The product is said to go by the moniker Lenovo Smart Electric Scooter M2 and will adopt a patented folding design for ease of carrying. Lenovo Smart Scooter M2 uses magnesium alloy materials widely used in aerospace, automotive and military fields. Compared with the more popular aluminium alloy material, this material has a stronger impact resistance which further guarantees user safety.
At the same time, unlike the usual folding design of similar products on the market, in order to reduce wear during continuous folding and also enhance the stability and portability of the vehicle, the Lenovo Scooter M2 uses a patented flat gear lock folder innovation technology for the folder. This patented technology not only fixes the body better and improves the handling of the smart scooter, but it also folds more easily than competing products. In addition, Lenovo Smart Scooter M2 comes with several smart features which allow users to lock the scooter through an app. Users can also view parameters such as battery level and others.
The M2 scooter packs a 350W power, three gear levels, triple braking, and triple shock absorption systems. The battery is said to last for a mileage of 30Km which isn’t any different from that of the MIJIA Electric Scooter.
The pricing and availability details are yet to be revealed. We’ll have to wait until the product is officially launched. For now, no launch date has been set.
Elephone always tends to bring Android smartphones for every segment of users They have announced several devices ranging from entry-level to high-end and powerful devices. Similarly, the company unveiled Elephone E10 featuring high-performance specifications, and now they are offering a massive discount of $30 on the usual price. It can be yours if you have
The smartphone is powered with a MediaTek MT6762D chipset coupling an Octa-Core processor having a clocking speed of 2.0GHz. It can handle graphics-intensive tasks via IMG GE8320 GPU. Elephone E10 comes in 4GB RAM and 64GB storage configuration. A 6.5-inch Waterdrop display offers 720 x 1560 pixels resolution having a 19:9 aspect ratio. It brings immersive experience thanks to the smaller bezels and 90.3% screen-to-body ratio.
Elephone E10 houses a true Quad module camera features a primary 48-megapixel sensor + 13 megapixels 120-degree ultra-wide-angle lens, 2-megapixel depth-sensing camera and a 5-megapixel macro lens to shoot nearby objects. The larger rear camera with large aperture can do magic while shooting photos in the dark or low light scenario. However, a 13-megapixel AI camera is present for taking breathtaking selfies.
The user can do wireless payments via a multi-function NFC using apps like Google Pay. The smartphone features a powerful 4000 mAh battery with Android 10.0 on board.
Elephone is offering a limited time discount and the user can buy it for $109 which is usually $30 off from the usual price. The interested users can also enter the giveaway and can get the Elephone E10 or other accessories for free. You can enter the giveaway here and can win the smartphone. Before proceeding, make sure to read the rules below.
It is a wise decision to buy a quad-camera device at such a groundbreaking price. Moreover, you can know more about the Elephone E10 over here.
The new Xiaomi Mi Backpack is exactly the same 10L-sized model from 2018, which comes in 8 colors and was recently even updated with a 20L variant. But what makes it different from the previous models is the unique color and pattern they come in, albeit there are only two – Starry and Camouflage.
That means this variant of Mi Backpack measures the same 34 x 22.5 x 13 cm but weighs 8g lesser at 157g. It is made of polyester with 4 levels of water splash resistance and features EPE shoulder straps. It has a single compartment, an accessory pocket, and two bottle holders on either side.
As for pricing, the new Mi Backpack costs only 29 Yuan ($4) and will be available from April 9.
Xiaomi Mijia Sneakers 4
Coming to the new Mijia Sneakers 4, as the name suggests, it is the fourth generation footwear from the company. It follows the same light-weight design as its predecessors but with a better shock absorption technology to avoid shaking and spraining of the foot while intense activities, which further avoids damage to the knees.
Xiaomi Mijia Sneakers 4
The sneakers are manufactured by a uni-molding process by placing the E-TPU material along with other four types of sole components in the mold in a way they are tightly glued to offer longevity. They also feature Microban antibacterial compounds to reduce odor.
Also, these sneakers are machine washable and hence the wearer need not worry when they accumulate dirt. The Mijia Sneakers 4 is priced at 199 yuan ($28) come in Black, Blue, and Grey color options. It will go on sale from April 9 like most of the products announced by Xiaomi today.
Xiaomi first launched the MIJIA Night Light 2 in August 2019 as a fitting replacement for the MIJIA Induction Night Light that made its maiden outing in 2017. The MIJIA Night Light 2 was recently launched as Mi Motion Activated Night Light 2 in India. Among the avalanche of products that was launched today was a MIJIA Night Light 2 Bluetooth version.
Yes, the product has now joined the list of smart home gadgets as it can be integrated with other smart home products via the MIJIA app with this Bluetooth connectivity onboard. The Bluetooth version comes with a 59 yuan ($8) price tag, a tad higher than the non-Bluetooth version which has a price tag of 49 yuan (~$6). The product is expected to go on sale on April 9.
Apart from the Bluetooth connectivity, the Mijia Night Light 2 Bluetooth version has the same design and features with the regular version. As a reminder, the device is equipped with a dark magnetic mount and a 360 rotating hinge. The light adopts the minimalist design that Xiaomi’s products are best known for. As per the performance, the MIJIA Night Light 2 Bluetooth version features 25 lumens brightness and the level can be adjusted. It is activated when motion is detected and conserves energy by shutting off in 15 seconds if no motion is detected. The owner can also turn off the light as desired.
The MIJIA Night Light 2 Bluetooth version still has a built-in photosensitive + human body dual sensor, with a sensing range within a 120 ° radius. The device uses three AA batteries with a cumulative power of not less than 1500mAh. The battery can last up to 365 days, especially when used under low brightness.
The MIJIA Night Light 2 Bluetooth version is presently available on Xiaomi Mall.
Xiaomi today announced a slew of smart home products ahead of the Mi fan festival which would hold soon. One of the products is the MIJIA Electric Shaver S300. This model is a trimmed-down version of the MIJIA Electric Shaver S500 and S500C.
The MIJIA Electric Shaver S300 shares a similar design with the S500C as well as several features. It uses a three-tip design and comes with a 360-degree floating veneer system and has a dual-layer blade. The company says that the auxiliary blade first lifts the beard, and then the main blade quickly cuts off the beard which ensures the surfaces are trimmed properly and reduces the chances of developing bumps.
This model doesn’t seem to have a removable head like the S500C but the device equally comes with an IPX7 waterproof build which makes it suitable for use in the bathroom or under wet conditions. The gadget adopts a USB-C charging port which will charge the battery way faster than the USB 2.0 port. The product is also expected to have a durable battery onboard. There is no display that shows the battery percentage left but it has an LED indicator which shows when it is charging or in use. The LED will turn red when the battery power is low.
Further, the gadget has a power button located at the top half of the handle, apparently to prevent interference during use. Should you want to travel with the portable electric shaver, there is a lock mode that you can turn on which will prevent the device from coming on if something accidentally compresses the power button inside your traveling bag. There is an indicator that shows when the shaver is in lock mode.
The MIJIA Electric Shaver S300 comes in black and will retail for 99 yuan (~$13). The product is expected to go on sale on April 9 but is now open for reservations on Mi Mall.
Huawei is officially joining the OIN (Open Invention Network), the largest patent production group which will arrive as a shock to many. On the one side, the Chinese tech giant has been accused of stealing trade secrets from the US, while at the same time the company made $6 billion in patent royalties since 2001 from US based companies alone.
For those unaware, OIN is a major patent non-aggression community. Its mission is to enable Linux, its related software and programmers to develop and monetize the Linux and open source software. The primary focus of this being able to monitize without having face issues regarding patent infringement and lawsuits. This is done by practicing patent non-aggression in core Linux and its open source technology. In simpler terms, companies in the group cross license the Linux System to one another without the need for a royalty fee.
Now, with Huawei joining the group, the impacts could be huge. This is due to the Chinese brand holding a massive portfolio of IP Information and communications technology (ICT) patents. According to OIN CEO, Keith Bergelt, he “appreciates Huawei joining OIN and supporting patent non-aggression in the core of Linux and adjacent open-source software.”
A little known fact about Huawei which is generally unknown is that the company is one of the top contributors to the Linux Kernel. It is also a Platinum member of the Linux Foundation through its other key open source projects. This move is being appreciated since it portrays Huawei’s strong support for open source and open collaboration. Meaning, shared patents, and technology that benefits all.
Huawei’s Head of Global Intellectual Property, Jianxin Ding, stated that “Huawei is committed to offering the highest quality ICT and smart devices.” He mentioned that supporting the non-aggression patent in Linux will showcase the company’s commitment to innovation. Furthermore, Jianxin also said that the company is always open to working with both US based and non-US based firms.
Ulefone Armor X7 is leaving no stone unturned to woo the customers of its rugged and stealthy design. After the hands-on video, the Ulefone has released Drop test video on YouTube showing its indestructible design. Along with the durability, the Ulefone Armor X7 also excels in bringing value for money to the users. The entry-level smartphone offers a bag full of competitive features at such an affordable price. Here’s the full Drop test video showing its ability to sustain usual falls.
As we can see in the video, Uelfone Armor X7 sustained without a scratch even after several drop tests from different heights. It is dropped on a concrete floor, from stairs and even resists damage after a free fall. The ultra-tough structure and stealthy body have completely improved the device’s build. It appears to be a pure rugged device.
Apart from its design excellence, the Armor X7 ensures powerful performance with MediaTek MT6761 Helio A20 chipset coupled with an octa-core processor and PowerVR GE8320 GPU. It houses a 13-megapixel rear camera and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video calling.
A vivid 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels with an aspect ratio of 16:9 is present. It comes in a 2GB RAM and 16 GB internal storage variant. Moreover, the users can unlock the device using face and fingerprint metrics. In connectivity, you get NFC for wireless payments across Google Pay and other services.
The users can enjoy Android 10 out of the box. Ulefone Armor X7 is certified by IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810G for waterproof, dustproof and scratch proof abilities.
The new entry-level smartphone from Ulefone fares well against CAT S41. Such a strong and powerful device is available for discounted pricing of $89.99. You may opt for a bicycle phone holder with Armor X7 for $99.99. The discounts will be in force till April 6th, more details about the device are available at their official website.
A pair of brand new Apple patents have surfaced online. Both documents depict a very unique function which is different from each other. One suggests an Apple iPhone that can function underwater, while the other showcases a design for automatic screen orientation adjustment according to the users’ face.
Starting with the underwater functioning iPhone, Apple patented a device to run an interface specifically designed for submerged usage. The US Patent No. 20200104021 refers to an “Underwater User Interface.” This essentially mentions that the UI of an iOS device simplifies when it detects that one is underwater. It is a notable step in the software direction since OEMs primarily focus on the hardware aspects of securing the device.
However, taking practicality into account, one would more likely be focused on swimming underwater to be able to navigate the general UI. According to the patent, “Current methods for displaying user interfaces while an electronic device is underwater are outdated, time consuming, and inefficient. For example, some existing methods use complex and time-consuming user interfaces, which may include multiple key presses or keystrokes, and may include extraneous user interfaces.”
In other words, Apple wishes to cut down on the UI when submerged to make it instantly usable and viable as a product underwater. Through this, the Cupertino based giant plans on saving users time by not having them navigate through the general software/custom skin. Examples of this include prompts or querries requiring multiple confirmations.
The second patent, with the US Patent No. 20200104033, detailed “Using Face Detection to Update User Interface Orientation.” In other words, it mentioned rotating the display to the right position, according to the orientation of the user’s face. An example of this is with the iPads. The tablets from Apple can be rotated and oriented in the landscape or even portrait mode.
However, sometimes the device may orient it in the wrong position, requiring one to shift the device over again till it is corrected. Apple aims to remove this tedious process by orienting the screen in accordance with the position of the users’ face. This will be especially helpful when the iPhone or iPad is kept on a flat surface, where the sensors can adjust the screen according to the users’ position.
Xiaomi has been launching various new products for its ongoing Mi Festival. The company is primarily aiming at different IoT appliances in a smart home, which includes the latest Smart Door Bell 2 and Smart Door Bell Lite Edition.
Starting with the Xiaomi Smart Door Bell 2, the company has launched another home appliance that serves the purpose of security for houses. It is essentially a small door knob with a camera, intercom and ring button. This allows for users to talk in a two way audio system to enquire regarding who is at the door without opening the door itself. The camera of the Xiaomi Smart Door Bell 2 records at 1080p and can recognized humanoid figures thanks to AI assistance.
Xiaomi Smart Door Bell 2
The device also supports the XiaoAI voice assistant and can be remotely accessed and operated. It has a 100 degree field of view and can sense people from up to 5 meters away. When paired with a smart display or a smartphone, this allows users to receive notifications when the door is rung, allowing a conversation without ever having to open the door. Thus, further helping in keeping users informed and safe.
Alongside this, Xiaomi also launched the Smart Door Bell Lite Edition as well. As the name suggests, it is a cut down version of the Smart Door Bell 2 and is priced appropriately too. This version also features XiaoAI voice assistant and can even be operated remotely as well. However, its camera only captures in HD quality but are capable of infrared footage during night time. Its field of view is also 100 degrees but the range is only 3 meters.
Xiaomi Smart Door Bell Lite Edition
The Xiaomi Smart Door Bell 2 is priced at 199 Yuan, which roughly translates to about 28 US Dollars. On the other hand, the Smart Door Bell Lite Edition carries a price tag of half of the former, coming in at only 99 Yuan (or about 14 US Dollars). Notably, both devices look nearly identical and are currently available for pre order on Xiaomi’s official website in China.
Earlier today (3rd April 2020), Xiaomi launched a bunch of new products through its Mi Festival event. Many products and home appliances were announced. However, on the company’s Xiaomi Youpin platform, the MIJIA Humidifier 1S was launched as well.
The MIJIA Humidifier 1S is as the name suggests a humidifier in purpose but also arrives with notable features like sterilization and more. The device uses ultraviolet germicidal lamps imported from Japan and uses anti bacterial materials with a 99 percent rate of eliminating bacteria, preventing the formation of molds, according to the official notes.
The company states that the MIJIA Humidifier 1S has a total capacity of 3.5 liters and consumer about 400ml every hour. This provides up to 16 hours of continuous usage on a single full tank. To fill the gadget up, water can be conveniently injected in the middle and the transparent water gauge clearly depicts the water levels on the inside, meaning you can always tell how much water is remaining.
Notably, it also arrives with an OLED display, which users can adjust the brightness of and even control through buttons. It is controlled by the MIJIA app and supports an AI voice assistant as well, alongside multi device pairing, which is useful for smart IoT products. The MIJIA Humidifier 1S is available for a price of 799 Yuan (roughly 112 US Dollars) on the Xiaomi Youpin platform.
Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 9 Pro last month in India. A couple of weeks later, the same device was rebadged to Redmi Note 9S for other markets. Now, the brand announces a Mi Fan Festival (MFF) 2020 Limited Edition of this handset on its official Twitter handle.
Xiaomi will be hosting its annual Mi Fan Festival Sale from April 6. During this period, the company will be also selling 2,020 units of Redmi Note 9S MFF 2020 Limited Edition.
This special edition of the phone will feature the logo of Mi Fan Festival 2020 above the Redmi branding on the rear glass panel. Other than that, this is expected to be the same phone but maybe with a special theme outside the box.
However, we are not sure what will be storage configuration on this limited edition handset by Xiaomi. But we are certain it will retain all other specs of the standard Redmi Note 9S such as Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, 6.67-inches FHD+ IPS LCD punch-hole screen, Gorilla Glass 5 protection, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 48MP (primary) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 5MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) quad-camera setup, USB Type-C port, 3.5 mm headphone jack, IR blaster, 5,020 mAh battery, and 18W fast charging.
Unfortunately, Xiaomi is yet to reveal the price of the Redmi Note 9S MFF 2020 Limited Edition.
Xiaomi is hosting the Mi Festival event today (3rd April 2020) and is hosting the launch conference for various new products. Among the various gadgets being released, a pair of Mi Smart PTZ cameras have also been announced.
The two new cameras include the Xiaomi Mi Smart Camera PTZ and the PTZ Pro variant. The cameras are a part of the Chinese tech giant’s smart home appliances and essentially serve as security cameras in the users’ homes. Meaning, they can be used to monitor your house remotely or even inform you of illegal entry in the worst case scenario.
Xiaomi Mi Smart Camera PTZ
Starting with the Mi Smart Camera PTZ, it features a 3 megapixel camera with a f/1.4 aperture. The device supports low light recording and the video is captured with full colors as well. A notable aspect of this version is that it supports 2K recording. In other words, it can capture videos in higher fidelity, which allows for more details being captured. The device features a 6P lens and can offer a 360 degree field of view, since it is capable of rotating.
Arriving at the Xiaomi Mi Smart Camera PTZ Pro, this is the higher end version in the series. A notable inclusion in this version is that it has more Bluetooth gateway functions and also supports Dual band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz + 5GHz). It also features the same 3 megapixel camera with AI human detection and a 360 degree field of view via a panorama sweep.
Xiaomi Mi Smart Camera PTZ Pro
The Standard Mi Smart Camera PTZ is priced at 199 Yuan, which roughly translates to about 28 US Dollars. On the other hand, the Mi Smart Camera PTZ Pro will be sold for 249 Yuan (or roughly 35 US Dollars). The security cameras are currently available for pre booking and can be found on Xiaomi’s official website in China.
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