Best Apps to find cheap flight tickets?

Kiwi.com

Kiwi.com is known for its extravagant features that come along with flight bookings. The user can explore new destinations using the inbuilt car rental, activities, and tours search. It also gives a quick overview of the lounges, ATMs and storage areas at different airports throughout the globe.

There’s an intuitive feature to weigh your bags with just your phone’s camera. The advanced filtering options allow the app to easily desaturate the cheapest flights. It offers a simple approach to book flight tickets or opts for interesting flight itineraries. It’s a great app to search if you’re looking to travel to Europe. The app is freely available for both iOS and Android.

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Hopper

Hopper cheapest price prediction algorithm helps to efficiently analyze the most affordable airlines. The user can plan their travel after predicting the flight prices which usually have 95% accuracy. On average, a user typically saves $50 per flight.

Hopper uses historical data to generate a whole month pricing charts with color-coded dates to plan travel. Like the other apps, Hooper also helps to book hotels along with the flights. The user can opt for notifications for the cheapest flights. It is more useful if you have the independence to choose your travel date. It s available for both iOS and Android.

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Hipmunk

It is another popular ticket booking app offering cheap and easy ticket booking. Hipmunk compares all travel websites to bring the best fares for flight and hotel booking. The user just needs to input the destination city and the app will bring you the best affordable deals.

The user can narrow their search by defining filters over the search. It can even push alerts if any breaking deal arrives. However, there are also different packages for different budgets offering different styles at different times of the year.

Hipmunk flight search app is available for both Android and iOS.

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Kayak

Kayak is a widely used flight search tool for its various useful features. The app’s ability to forecast flight prices and the graphic charts helps users in booking affordable tickets. There are several smart flight search capabilities like WiFi filter, price histogram, red-eye filter, and others.

Kayak also carries the ability to rent cars and hotels through the app. It keeps full information about your trip in the respective tab. The last time gate changes are also possible via Kayak.

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These are some widely used cheap flight ticket booking apps available for both Android and iOS devices. If you have any better recommendations, don’t forget to let us know via the comments below.

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Samsung Galaxy A71 5G name revealed through Bluetooth SIG listing

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Feb 28, 2020

Samsung launched the LTE variant of the Galaxy A71 in Vietnam in December and it was recently unveiled in India. Recent reports have suggested that the South Korean company is working closely on a 5G variant of the smartphone. The device appeared with its SM-A7160 model number on the Wi-Fi Alliance database recently, hinting at an imminent launch. The smartphone reappeared on Bluetooth SIG confirming the Galaxy A71 5G moniker. It could very well be one of the cheapest 5G-enabled Samsung smartphones that money can buy, considering the LTE variant was introduced at Rs. 29,999 (~$417).

Now that the Bluetooth SIG listing of the Samsung Galaxy A71 5G, select market may receive it within a month or two. Unfortunately, no other details regarding the device could be gathered from the listing. However, a few basic features were spotted earlier during the Geekbench tests.

The Geekbench listing of the Galaxy A71 5G revealed that it is powered by an Exynos 980 SoC with 8GB of RAM. The device runs Android 10 out of the box with Samsung’s One UI 2.0 skin on top. The handset scored 3,078 points at the Geekbench single-core test and 7,346 points in the multi-core tests.

Editor’s Pick: Samsung unveils new OLED display with lesser blue light & power consumption

Samsung Galaxy A71 LTE Specifications and Features

The 4G variant of the Galaxy A71 flaunts a 6.7-inch Full-HD+ Infinity-O Super AMOLED Plus display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The smartphone draws power from a Snapdragon 730 SoC and is paired by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of native storage, expandable up to 512GB via a microSD card.

In terms of optics, the handset flaunts a quad rear camera setup including a 64-megapixel primary sensor, coupled with a 5-megapixel macro lens, a 12-megapixel wide-angle lens, and a 5-megapixel depth sensor. On the front, the Galaxy A71 flaunts a 32-megapixel sensor for selfies, housed within the punch-hole display. The smartphone draws power from a 4,500 mAh battery, coupled with 23W fast charging.

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Elephone U3H with Hole-punch display launched on AliExpress for $169.99

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Feb 28, 2020

Chinese phone maker Elephone has officially launched the Elephone U3H smartphone on AliExpress. The U3H is a mid-range model and is available in three memory variants. The pricing starts at $169.99 for the base variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. The Elephone U3H sports a 6.53-inch LCD display with an FHD+ resolution of 1080×2340 pixels. The display features a hole-punch at the top left corner and it houses a 24MP Sony IMX576 sensor for selfies camera. The phone is powered by a MediaTek Helio P70 SoC backed by 6GB/8GB of RAM. There is also the option of 128GB on both versions but the 8GB RAM model offers a 256GB storage version.

At the rear, the Elephone U3H packs a dual-camera setup consisting of a 48MP Sony IMX 586 main sensor teaming up with a 5MP depth sensor for bokeh. The rear camera is arranged vertically at the top left corner with the LED flash in between the two sensors. The rear panel also houses a fingerprint sensor located at the middle. You also get NFC and Wireless Charging support but the wireless charging support is only available on the 256GB version.

As for the prices, the Elephone U3H 8GB+256GB version is on offer for $209.99 while the 8GB+128GB version is priced at $214.99. Elephone will be offering all buyers a $10 coupon which means you can buy the product at a lower price presently. You may want to check out the AliExpress product page right away.

Samsung unveils new OLED display with lesser blue light & power consumption

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Feb 28, 2020

Samsung Display has announced a new OLED display that builds on the success of previous models. The new display is said to consume less power and emit less blue light than its previous creations.

Samsung Display happens to be a global leader in display panel market, with OLED and LCD technologies and products. The company still manufactures the best OLED panels with the Galaxy S20 recently credited to have the best OLED screen. The new display is said to emit a minimized 6.5% blue light as against 7.5% on previous panels.

Smartphones and other devices produce blue light which has been fingered as the culprit in the disruption of the circadian rhythm of persons. The circadian rhythm is the body’s natural 24-hour clock and blue light disrupts it by tricking the body to think it is daytime all the time. This then suppresses the production of melatonin, a hormone that helps control your sleep patterns. When the rhythm is disrupted, it impacts on the quality of sleep. This effect is felt mostly by persons who use their phones immediately before going to sleep.

Apart from the reduced blue light level, the new display is also said to consume 15% less power than the OLED smartphone displays that Samsung released last year. This is especially important in the emerging 5G era where power management is a major issue due to the power-hungry nature of 5G connections. Jee-ho Baek, the vice president of the mobile display strategic marketing team at Samsung Display stated; “5G is expanding into a rapidly commercialised ecosystem where consumers can be connected to 8K as well as 4K streaming services, cloud-based gaming content and infotainment networks, increasing mobile device usage everywhere.”

“Our 5G-optimized OLED display is taking the lead in the 5G era with its crystal clear imagery, distinguished designs, economical power consumption and increasingly eye-protective functionality,” he added.

Xiaomi Mi 10 Bill of Material estimates the cost of production at $440

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Feb 28, 2020

Techinsights has published its teardown review of Xiaomi‘s flagship Mi 10. The review included an analysis of the cost of the components onboard the device. The teardown was carried out on the topmost 12GB + 256GB variant of the Mi 10 which has a price tag of 4699 yuan ($673).

The analysis led to the estimation that the Mi 10’s components cost around $440 (~3088 yuan). That may look outrageously low for a device that has an official retail price of 4699 yuan ($673) and may even sell for higher than the official price of third-party stores. However, we must point out that the production cost of a smartphone isn’t reliant on the components cost only.

Xiaomi’s Chairman Lei Jun had made this clarification several years back when he disclosed in 2012 the factors that determine the actual production cost of smartphones. The factors include component procurement costs, various taxes, foundry processing costs, production losses, research and development costs, after-sales, sales costs, Qualcomm patent fees, company operating costs, and others.

The Mi 10 is still relatively a cheap phone if we are to compare the production cost with those of some flagship models. For instance, the Bill of Material for the iPhone 11 Pro Max shows that the 512GB version components costs around $490.5. In comparison, the device is sold in China for 12,699 yuan (around $1,800).

Vivo Apex 2020 Hand on Images showcase the Waterfall curved display and new Camera module

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Feb 28, 2020

Vivo has just launched the latest iteration of its Apex concept smartphone series, the Apex 2020. It arrives with top notch specs and some very unique and one of its kind features. So here’s a couple of hands on images of the newly unveiled device.

Waterfall Display and a Unique Aesthetic

Right off the bat, the most prominent feature one will notice on the Vivo Apex 2020 is its display. The entirety of the front is mostly covered by its display, which the company has dubbed as the “FullView Edgeless Display.” It is an extension of its Waterfall display which was also seen in the Nex 3, a commercial version of the Apex 2019. However, what differs from the latter is that the degree of curve, which is an impressive 120 degrees over the 88 degrees found in the previous iteration.

This alongside the under display selfie camera on the front allows Vivo to offer a completely immersive viewing experience. The notch on the top and the chin on the bottom are barely noticeable while the sides are wrapped by the display. It also means that the company has achieved a very high screen to body ratio. For dimensions, the Apex 2020 is 157.25 × 66.2 × 8.8mm and weighs 169 grams in total.

The Gimbal Stabilized Camera and Colors

Another great innovation found in the Vivo Apex 2020 is its primary camera module on the rear. Being inspired by a chameleon’s eyes, the company built a camera system that offers a complete optical zoom of 5x to 7.5x thanks to its moving lenses. This, in turn, has the rear camera module being housed in a circular format. Notably, the company has made the device in both Black and White colors.

Here is where things get interesting, the white variant clearly highlights the camera module on the rear. Thus, the Apex 2020 resembles an advanced and 2020 version of the Nokia Lumia 1020. The latter was known to feature a whopping 41 megapixel camera, something that was not seen until years after. Nokia’s Lumia 1020 represented innovation and possible growth in smartphone photography, and the Apex 2020 is another perfect example of the same.

Apart from this, a recurring aspect of the Vivo Apex series also makes a return here. The Apex 2020 has no seams, ports or buttons. Meaning, the smartphone is almost completely made out of a single cut, giving it a very minimalistic design as well. No ports include no charging port either, and this where the company pulled out its trump card of 60W wireless fast charging.

Quick Specs

The Vivo Apex 2020 features Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 865 SoC under the hood. For memory, it houses 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It sports a 1080p resolution and runs the latest Android 10 OS. Its front camera is a 16 megapixel sensor while the rear houses a 48 megapixel primary lens and a telephoto lens with varying optical magnification capabilities.

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Vivo Apex 2020 is finally here, features a unique Camera, 60W Wireless fast charging and Curved display

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Feb 28, 2020

Vivo had been teasing its latest concept flagship smartphone for a while, even up till this morning. But now, its finally here as the company launched the Vivo Apex 2020. It arrives with many first of its kind features ranging from cameras display and more.

Vivo Apex 2020

The concept flagship was initially slated to be unveiled during the MWC 2020 in Barcelona. Unfortunately, ever since the cancelation of the major event, many OEMs like Vivo lost a stage for various launches. However, the company in a special launch event earlier today (28th February 2020) has finally announced the Apex 2020.

Design and Specifications

One of the highlighting features of the Vivo Apex 2020 is undoubtedly its display. It sports a 6.45 inch “FullView Edgeless Display” with a 120 degree curved edge. In other words, its a curve far beyond what last year’s flagship the Vivo Nex 3 featured and has been aptly dubbed as a “waterfall display.” Similar to previous iterations, the Vivo Apex 2020 doesn’t feature any ports, opening or seams. In its stead, the smartphone is equipped with virtual buttons.

Furthermore, the notch on the Apex 2020 is almost nonexistent, and impressively, the Apex 2020 has managed to successfully integrate a 16 megapixel selfie camera right under the display. Vivo stated that this was achieved thanks to an increase in light transmittance in the portion of the display that houses the camera by 6 times. The company has even heavily relied on software algorithms to achieve better image quality.

Under the hood, the Vivo Apex 2020 features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 SoC with the X55 5G Modem. It is also equipped with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The display resolution is 1080p and the phone weighs 169 grams. The device runs the latest Android 10 and arrives in both Black and White colors as well.

Camera

When talking about smartphone cameras, Vivo isn’t exactly the first name that pops into one’s mind. However, it seems that the company has outdone itself with various first of its kind technologies. The rear camera module features what Vivo calls the “continuous optical zoom” lens. In simpler terms, unlike most flagship telephoto/periscopic lens which feature both optical and digital zoom to achieve magnified results; the Vivo Apex 2020 presents an actual moving lens, enabling magnification capabilities ranging from 5x to 7.5x zoom.

Vivo stated that the 16 megapixel lens is just 6.2mm thick due to its periscopic design, allowing it to be housed in the 8.8mm body. But the innovation doesn’t end there, the company has made a major breakthrough in the industry with its Gimbal-like stabilizing camera for its 48 megapixel primary camera. Vivo claims this provides an increase in stabilization by over 200 percent in comparison to current OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) standards of today.

Apparently, the company designs for the new camera module was inspired by the moving eyes of a chameleon, helping it better track objects. Although, it is currently unknown just what implications and practical uses the design will offer in real life. Just to put it into perspective, a gimbal-like stabilization and optical zoom of this caliber are generally seen in proper handheld cameras, so it is nothing short of an impressive feat that has been achieved.

Battery and 60W Wireless Fast Charging

Yes, you read it right. The Vivo Apex 2020 supports 60W wireless fast charging. Since the smartphone has no ports, wireless charging is the only way to go, and the company pulled out every trick up its sleeve to make it highly practical. Vivo claims that the technology can charge a 2,000mAh battery pack in just 20 minutes. Thus, this wireless charging technology is capable of even rivaling most wired fast charging solutions out there.

Conclusion

The Apex 2020 is the culmination of efforts from Vivo’s dedicated R&D department, engineers, designers and a whole lot more. Although the device wouldn’t see a mass commercial launch, it still showcases the innovation the smartphone industry has to offer. Each iteration in the Apex series brings new things to the table, and the 2020 edition has just raised the bar. We may see a new Vivo Nex device that brings a lot of these features to a commercial device in the near future, but as of right now, the device remains a concept smartphone and will not be available for purchase.

So let us know in the comments down below about what you think of this smartphone.

Xiaomi Malaysia gives out free 20,000mAh Powerbanks to Reporters

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Feb 28, 2020

Xiaomi’s Malaysia branch has just given out a bunch of powerbanks to reporters. In an interesting move, the Chinese tech giant handed out free 20,000mAh powerbanks to the media personnel standing outside Istana Negara.

You guys cover the news for us, we got you covered!Thank you, the unsung hero!#ForTheUnsungHero #NoMiWithoutYou #XiaomiMY #Xiaomi

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The company shared various images on its official Facebook page, where Xiaomi officials can be seen giving out the large 20,000mAh powerbanks in large boxes to the reporters standing outside. And in a thoughtful manner, the company even shared a small note alongside it. The note said that “You cover the news, we got you covered! From Xiaomi Malaysia.”

This move was highly applauded on social media and the reporters themselves. The media reporters arrived with smartphones (with some exclusively relying on it) and other photography tools, which can run out of battery after continuous use. Thus, the massive capacity on the powerbank would ensure no one faces inconveniences during their working hours on the field.

The Xiaomi Malaysia officials wore orange Tshirts and can be seen walking around with large boxes filled with the powerbanks. They handed out the gadget for free. This has been seen as a sense of aiding position from Xiaomi as the reporters in the country have been facing troubles due to the ongoing political crisis that has gripped the region.

What do you think about this occurrence? Is it just a publicity stunt or genuine concern shown by Xiaomi? Maybe a bit of both? Let us know in the comments section down below.

New Xiaomi Wi-Fi Router Sold Out due to shortage of supply, users Disappointed

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Feb 28, 2020

Xiaomi had recently unveiled a new Wi-Fi router in China, boosting its AIoT portfolio (artificial intelligence of things). It carried the model number AX3600 and offered a great value through its specifications and performance for the price it was sold at. However, since its first launch earlier this morning (28th February 2020), the device has sold out which has caused many anticipating customers to show their disappointment online.

To address the mass dissatisfaction, the General Manager of Xiaomi Group, Liu Xinyu took to Weibo to share the reason for the limited stock. On the Chinese microblogging website, the company’s senior executive stated that the reason for the limited initial stock was the recent Coronavirus outbreak. According to Liu, it is difficult to keep up with demand since the Government had enforced a factory shutdown previously, making it harder to resume work now.

As of right now, Xiaomi is facing issues with various suppliers and other outlets at different levels. The General Manager has assured that stocks will be replenished and sales will start again sometime next month. Currently, no official date for the second sale has been officially announced but Liu Xinyu mentioned that future date will be revealed soon.

For those unaware, the new AX3600 Wi-Fi router from Xiaomi is equipped with Qualcomm’s latest IPQ8071A 6-core chip. Generally, high end routers arrive with 28nm process chips, however, the new chip from Qualcomm is made from a 14nm process.

This is in line with the chipmaker’s latest generation of router chips that also support WiFi 6 standards. Notably, one of the reasons for such a massive hype was the fact that Xiaomi claimed the router provided a network coverage area about two football fields large, which technically kills any possibilities of dead zones in a typical house.

Huawei will build Europe’s first 5G factory to ease tensions with the US

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Feb 28, 2020

Huawei is all set to build its first manufacturing line in France, according to a senior executive of the Chinese tech giant stated. The move will be in line with the company’s plans for expanding in the region whilst also providing 5G networking. It is also seen as an act to ease tensions with the US, which has previously accused Huawei of spying using its telecommunications equipment.

The Chairman of Huawei Technologies Co Ltd, Liang Hua, mentioned that the company will be investing 200 million Euros (roughly 217 million US Dollars) in the first phase of setting up the mobile base station plant. The new plant is expected to create about 500 new jobs in the area. Huawei has denied all counts of accusations from various governments regarding the safety of its telecommunication tools and equipment. However, the US is adamant regarding its position against the company amidst the US-China trade disputes.

Currently, 5G networking is seen as the new hallmark for developed countries, causing many to join the bandwidth advancement race. Currently, Huawei is one of the pioneers in this networking field, especially 5G, but has difficulties operating in the Western regions like the US and certain European countries as well. In a new conference, Liang Hua said that “This site will supply the entire European market, not just France’s. Our group’s activities are worldwide and for this we need a global industrial footprint.”

In other words, despite opening a manufacturing plant in France, it will target the entire European market. Furthermore, it will also aim to have a more dominant impact in the area and the global market through its new expansion since Huawei operates worldwide. 5G network is a crucial aspect of the new advancements and will be the tie that binds various IoT devices, smart home appliances, and smartphones, all of which are also provided by the company itself.

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Black Shark 3 Pro 5G will feature Tactile Gaming Buttons

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Feb 28, 2020

The launch of the Black Shark 3 series of smartphones is just around the corner. The device is a gaming handset and will launch on 3rd March 2020. However, prior to its launch, certain details regarding the smartphone has been officially revealed.

Earlier today (28th February 2020), it was officially revealed that the Black Shark 3 series will support physical gaming buttons. In other words, the smartphone will arrive with twin tactile buttons, which will provide zero latency and responsive feedback on inputs. The zero latency is crucial during fast pace multiplayer games where a split second decision matters. So, the support for gaming buttons on a gaming smartphone will be a well received inclusion.

The news regarding the gaming buttons’ support for the Black Shark 3 was officially shared online through a couple of image posters. As seen in the images, the gaming smartphone is equipped with two side buttons that aim to greatly improve gaming related controls on a smartphone. This will vastly improve the gameplay experience, especially with shooters in mind like PUBG (PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds).

According to official notes, the mechanical keys, which is a first for the company, will use a 21mm keycap and has a keystroke of 1.5mm. These keys are also likely to be programmable and users will be able to customize them according to their preferences. From what we know so far, the Black Shark 3 will also support 65W fast charging on its 4,720mAh inbuilt battery pack.

[UPDATE: Image] Samsung Galaxy A11 specifications leaked; Likely to launch in March

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Feb 28, 2020

UPDATE: Android Headlines has shared a leaked render of the Galaxy A11 smartphone. It states that the phone has a 6.2-inch HD+ Infinity-O display, Exynos 7-series processor, 3 GB of RAM, 5,000mAh battery, 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple cameras and 8-megapixel front camera.

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Since the past few weeks, the rumor mill has been spilling information on the forthcoming Galaxy A11 smartphone. Last month, the Samsung phone was spotted at the database of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) through which some of its key specs were revealed. The handset has also received approval from the Wi-Fi Alliance. 91mobiles has teamed up with popular tipster Ishan Agarwal to reveal the specifications of the upcoming Galaxy A11 smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy A11 specifications (Rumored)

Th Galaxy A11 smartphone that has a model number of SM-A115. The handset is expected to arrive with a 6.4-inch IPS LCD display that will offer HD+ resolution. A previous leak has revealed that it will be sporting a punch-hole screen. The One UI based Android 10 OS will come preloaded on the Galaxy A11. There is no accurate information available on the processor that powers the handset.

The rear shell of the smartphone is said to be equipped with a triple camera setup that will sport a primary lens of 13-megapixel. The configurations of the other sensors are not known yet. For shooting selfies, it has a front camera of 8-megapixel. The smartphone is expected to come equipped with a large internal storage of 128 GB.

Editor’s Pick: Samsung Galaxy M31 debuts with 32MP front camera, 64P quad cameras and 6,000mAh battery

The Galaxy A11 that will be arriving as the successor for the Galaxy A10s from last year is rumored to house a 4,000mAh battery which can be charged through a USB-C. There is no confirmation on whether it will be equipped with fast charging technology. It will be arriving with a rear-facing fingerprint reader. The usual connectivity features such as dual SIM support, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi and GPS will be also available on the device.

The Galaxy A11 smartphone is expected to carry a price tag of around Rs. 10,000 (~$139). Samsung is yet to confirm on the existence of the smartphone. It is likely that the South Korean company may announce it in March. A previous leak had claimed that the phone will be hitting the Indian markets in color options such as red, blue, black and white.

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Vivo Apex 2020 Display revealed, features Curved Screen and Gimbal Stabilizing Camera

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Feb 28, 2020

Vivo has just teased the Apex 2020 again. This time the company revealed certain highlighting features regarding the upcoming flagship smartphone, which will be equipped with a 120 degree FullView Edgeless Display and more.

The details were revealed on Twitter through the official account of Vivo India’s Director of Brand Strategy, Nipun Marya. In the tweet, the senior executive shared a couple of noteworthy points about the upcoming Apex 2020, alongside a short trailer video that showcases its curved display. The company has described this technology as the 120° FullView Edgeless Display.

Here it is guys, futuristic vision beyond imagination – the #Apex2020.

– 120° FullView Edgeless Display
– Wireless Super FlashCharge 60W
– Gimbal-Stabilizing Main Camera
– Half screen fingerprint sensor

A stunning #SmartPhone for the technophiles. pic.twitter.com/qbQeSlVJ3u

— Nipun Marya (@nipunmarya) February 28, 2020

Furthermore, Nipun gave out additional information regarding the Apex 2020 as well. The flagship smartphone will feature a Gimbal-Stabilizing Main Camera, which was previously teased as well with the PTZ camera module we had previously reported on. Apart from this, the Director mentioned that the Vivo Apex 2020 will feature a Wireless Super FlashCharge 60W; which is one of the fastest wireless fast charging rates that is currently available in the industry.

The final point shared by Nipun Marya was regarding the fingerprint scanner. According to him, the Vivo Apex 2020 will sport a Half screen fingerprint sensor. What this exactly means is a mystery, but is probably a new form or variant of the popular in display fingerprint scanner that is common today; especially since the front of the handset is observed to mostly be covered by the display. In other words, the front will have negligible borders on the top and bottom while the sides feature none at all.

The Vivo Apex 2020 is proving to be quite an interesting launch to look out for. The smartphone is expected to arrive with top notch specs from the current generation and with these unique features, it has proven to be a highly anticipated smartphone. So stay tuned for more such teasers or leaks as the launch event is almost here.

Huawei P40 and P40 Pro receive 3C certifications in China

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Feb 28, 2020

Huawei has recently unveiled the Huawei P40 Lite upper mid-range smartphone powered by Kirin 810 chipset. The P40 series also includes flagship models such as P40, P40 Pro and P40 Pro Premium Edition. The Chinese firm will be launching the P40 flagship phones on March 26 through a global unveil event. Around a month ahead of the launch, the Huawei P40 and P40 Pro smartphones have received 3C certifications in China.

The ANA-AN00 and ANA-TN00 model numbers belong to the Huawei P40. Its 3C listing reveals that it is a 5G smartphone that may ship with a 22.5W fast charger. On the other side, the ELS-AN00 and ELS-TN00 phone that will reportedly debut as Huawei P40 Pro is a 5G device that may ship with 40W rapid charger.

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The TENAA telecom authority has approved both the smartphones. However, the specifications and images of the P40 and P40 Pro haven’t appeared yet on TENAA. The rumored Huawei P40 Pro Premium Edition is yet to receive 3C and TENAA certifications.

Editor’s Pick: Huawei Nova 7 may launch in Early April, right after P40 series launch

Huawei P40 and P40 Pro specifications (Rumored)

The Huawei P40 series will be arriving with Android 10 OS based EMUI 10.1. Both phones are rumored to be equipped with dual punch-hole displays that are integrated in-screen fingerprint readers. The P40 may come with a 6.1 or 6.2-inch OLED display whereas the P40 Pro will be arriving with a 6.5 or 6.7-inch OLED screen. Both phones may sport 32-megapixel + 8-megapixel dual selfie camera setup.

The Kirin 990 5G chipset will be powering the P40 and P40 Pro smartphones. The Leica engineered triple camera setup that features a 52-mgeapixel main shooter, a 40-megapixel cine ultrawide lens and an 8-megapixel telephoto sensor with 3x optical zoom is rumored to be present on the P40 handset. The P40 Pro is speculated to come with a quad camera setup that will comprise of a 52-mgeapixel main shooter, a 40-megapixel cine ultrawide lens, a periscope lens and a 3D ToF sensor. The specifications of the P40 Pro PE are not known yet. However, a leaked render of the device had revealed that it will be equipped with a penta-lens camera setup.

Huawei Nova 7 may launch in Early April, right after P40 series launch

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Feb 28, 2020

Back in December 2019, Huawei launched the Nova 6. So naturally, after the launch of the base variant, the Pro variant or the Nova 6 Pro should arrive next. However, a new report suggests that the Chinese tech giant is skipping the higher end version and directly launching the next entry in the series, the Huawei Nova 7.

The information was shared by a known blogger on Weibo, the popular Chinese microblogging website. Going by the history of his previous releases, there is a chance that the information is accurate but we will have to wait for an official company announcement for any confirmation. According to the leak, the Huawei Nova 7 will be released in early April 2020.

This puts it right after the launch of the company’s flagship P40 series, as stated in the post. Huawei is planning on unveiling the P40 series in Paris, France on 26th March 2020, while its Chinese launch is expected to arrive in the first week of April (around 2nd April 2020 according to the blogger). Immediately after this, the Nova 7 is expected to be launched. This would mark a relatively close release interval between the Nova 6 and the upcoming entry; just a 4 month gap between the two.

Furthermore, the Nova 7 series is likely to arrive with Huawei’s proprietary chipset, the Kirin 990 SoC, which is a 5G enabled processor. Unfortunately, finer details like the smartphone’s specifications are still unknown, but teaser’s from Huawei should be seen in the coming next few weeks. So stay tuned for more coverage on the Huawei Nova 7 series.

Buy Xiaomi Mi 9 Smartphone for a Lowered Price from Giztop

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Feb 28, 2020

Xiaomi unveiled the Mi 9 smartphone in March last year. As expected, the phone became an instant hit among smartphone lovers.

As Xiaomi’s Mi 9 continues to garner popularity even months after hitting the store shelves, the Chinese tech giant is now giving its loyal fans a chance to get their hands on the smartphone for a reduced price via Giztop. So without further ado, let’s dive straight into the details.

The blue-tinted Xiaomi Mi 9 8GB RAM+128GB ROM variant usually retails for $569, but you can now purchase it for just $375 from Giztop. Alternatively, you can go for the 8GB RAM+128GB ROM model that comes in purple color option, which is currently available for just $375, while it would normally set you back $569.

If you fancy using having more storage space for your multimedia content, you might want to check out the slightly larger 8GB RAM+256GB ROM variant, which can be yours for a reduced price of only $415. This blue-hued model normally carries a $609 price tag. This storage configuration is also available in grey and purple color models.

If you are looking for something unconventional, the transparent 8GB RAM+256GB ROM model might just fill the bill. While its original asking price is $619, you can get your hands on this eye-catching variant for just $425, provided you place your order via Giztop.

The Mi 9 is an irresistible smartphone that sports a 6.39-inch AMOLED screen with an FHD+ 2340×1080 pixels resolution. It packs 7nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Kryo 485 processor along with a competent Adreno 640 GPU for seamless multi-tasking.
The phone houses a triple camera setup comprising 48MP+16MP+12MP cameras at the back. Upfront, it has a 20MP AI camera for selfies and video calling. Moreover, it comes with a 5th generation In-Display Fingerprint Scanner for added security.

The Mi 9 runs MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 Pie OS while drawing its juices from a 3300mAh battery that supports super-fast 27W wired charging and 20W wireless charging. The phone is also equipped with multi-function NFC and dual GPS that interchangeably uses the L1 and L5.

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Huawei Enjoy 10e set to debut on March 1 in China

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Feb 28, 2020

Last year in September, Huawei had launched the Huawei Enjoy 10 Plus smartphone and it was followed up with launch of Enjoy 10 and Enjoy 10S smartphones in October. Today, the company confirmed that it will be launching the Huawei Enjoy 10e smartphone on March 1. It will be arriving as the successors for the Enjoy 9e phone that went official in March last year.

The Chinese firm has officially confirmed that the Huawei Enjoy 10e that will go official next week will be offering powerful battery life. Hence, the phone is expected to house a huge battery. At present, there is no information available on the specifications of the Enjoy 10e.

Huawei has a smartphone with model number MED-AL00 waiting in the pipeline to go official. The handset has been recently spotted at 3C and TENAA with minimal specs. Also, the device has been benchmarked on Geekbench through which some of its key specs were revealed.

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The Huawei MED-AL00 has 159.07 x 74.06 x 9.04mm and it is packed with a minimum rated battery of 4,900mAh capacity. Its typical capacity could be 5,000mAh battery. The 3C listing of the phone revealed that it could be coming with a 10W charger.

The polycarbonate rear of the phone has a dual camera setup. It does not feature a traditional fingerprint scanner on its rear. This indicates that the phone will be only users with biometric recognition feature. The Huawei MED-AL00 has a 6.3-inch display with waterdrop notch. It could be coming with support for HD+ resolution. The right side of the device has a volume rocker and a power key.

The Geekbench listing of the Huawei MED-AL00 smartphone revealed that it is fueled by a 2.3GHz Helio P35 octa-core processor and 4 GB of RAM. The smartphone is loaded with Android 10 OS. The other details of the phone are currently under the wraps. In the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, the Huawei MED-AL00 scored 884 and 4356 points, respectively.

Smartphone shipments in China falls by 40% in January due to coronavirus outbreak

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Feb 28, 2020

The coronavirus outbreak in China has severely impacted the tech industry not only in China but globally. With several major events getting cancelled, including the Mobile World Congress 2020 and production as well as supply chain getting impacted, the companies are cutting down their sales forecast.

Now, the numbers coming in from China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT), which is a research institute under the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), shows that the Chinese smartphone market witnessed a touch time in January this year.

As per the report, in the first month of the year, January 2020, the domestic mobile phone shipments in China sharply fell by 38.9 percent year-on-year with shipments of just 20.8 million units. In that, shipments from domestic brands fell by 42.9 percent.

However, the report shows that in the month on January, 34 new mobile phone models were launched in the market which shows year-on-year increase of 6.3 percent. Out of those models, eight were 2G phones, 18 were 4G phones and other eight were 5G devices.

The impact in the mobile phone shipments in the Chinese market has been attributed to two major reasons — Lunar New Year holiday and coronavirus outbreak. The Covid-19 outbreak has led to closure of several manufacturing plants in the country as well as some brick-and-mortar stores have also remain shut.

Citing the effect of coronavirus outbreak, several research firms have downgraded their first-quarter outlook for China’s smartphone market. International Data Corporation (IDC) and Strategy Analytics said that the country’s smartphone shipments are likely to suffer a year-on-year drop of more than 30 percent in the first quarter of this year.

In a rare company advisory released earlier this week by Apple — the world’s most valuable tech company — said it is reducing the company’s revenue targets this quarter. Facebook has also reduced production goals for its Oculus Quest virtual reality headsets.

Additionally, all the major tech companies, including Apple, Google, Facebook, Amazon, and Microsoft, have restricted employee travel to China, either banning or limiting it only to matters of critical importance.

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Huawei Mate Xs unboxing pictures shows unique retail box and handset in all its glory

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Feb 28, 2020

After MWC 2020 getting cancelled, Huawei decided to go ahead with its planned launch event but instead of having a physical event, the Chinese giant organised a Virtual Press Event to launch its new devices.

Among many devices launched during the event, one of them was Huawei Mate Xs — second foldable smartphone from the company and an upgraded variant of its first such device, Huawei Mate X.

Compared to the usual retail box that comes with the smartphone, the box that Huawei is offering with the Mate Xs seems a bit different. Here’s the unboxing experience of the phone detailed.

The Huawei Mate Xs comes in a big square-shared Black colored box which can be opened through a magnetic flap. When opened, you are presented with the Mate Xs foldable smartphone in an unfolded position, wrapped in a plastic sheet.

Removing that layer from the box presents three compartments that houses different accessories that the Chinese giant offers, which includes a plastic protective case or frame, a charger, data cable, collar clip, and earphones.

Coming to the smartphone, in an unfolded mode, the Huawei Mate Xs has a thin 8-inch display with a thickness of just 5.4mm. When closed, the phone offers 6.6-inch and 6.38-inch displays along with a comfortable grip to hold the device on hand.

Similar to its predecessor, the camera module has been placed on the grip-bar. The four camera sensors are placed vertically along with an LED flash from the top of the grip bar while there’s Huawei branding at the lower side. At the bottom, there’s a USB Type-C port for charging the smartphone.

The Huawei Mate Xs comes with some improvements over its predecessor. The device features an upgraded hinge structurer and an enhanced cooling system and more importantly, comes powered by the latest Kirin 990 5G chipset.

The Mate Xs possesses a dual layer structure over the 8-inch foldable OLED display that offers a screen resolution of 2200 x 2480 pixels. The frontal 6.6-inch screen offers an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 and the screen portion on the rear, a 6.38-inch display offers a tall aspect ratio of 25:9.

The camera setup of the device includes a 40-megapixel main lens, an 8-meapixel telephoto shooter with OIS, 16-megapixel ultrawide lens and a ToF sensor. It does not feature a front-facing camera as the main camera module works as the front-facing module as well with the rear screen viewfinder for shooting selfies.

Along with the Huawei’s own Kirin 990 5G chipset, the device comes packed with 8GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The smartphone runs the latest Android 10 operating system out-of-the-box with EMUI 10 user interface and Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) instead of Google’s services. It comes powered by a 4,500mAh battery which also supports 55W fast charging technology.

The Huawei Mate Xs will be available for purchase in the Chinese market from March 5th for a price of 16,999 yuan, which roughly converts to $2,424 — same pricing as its predecessor, Huawei Mate X.

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Google to move Pixel production to Vietnam in the wake of Coronavirus outbreak

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Feb 28, 2020

Google is working overtime to expedite the process of moving base from China to Vietnam. Last year, Google moved the Pixel 4 production line partially, resulting in massive leaks before the official unveiling. This year the company plans to manufacture the forthcoming Google Pixel 5 in Vietnam entirely. What started off as a precautionary step against the Sino-American trade war, just got a major priority boost due to the sudden Coronavirus outbreak.

According to Nikkei Asian Review, two well-placed sources within the industry have individually confirmed that Apple will manufacture the upcoming Google Pixel 4a and the Pixel 5 entirely out of Vietnam. This does not come as a surprise since Apple invested in one of its partner’s manufacturing units last year, prepping it for Pixel production. Although, the process was initiated due to the US putting a ban on direct trade relations with China. The gamble seems to have paid off this year due to the COVID-19 Coronavirus outbreak halting public life in China.

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Although the coronavirus outbreak might still affect Pixel production as China faces a logistical barrier. Rumors suggest Google is contemplating the idea of moving base for some of its critical components that are still being manufactured in China. Google is not entirely dependent on China in terms of smartphone production, which is a luxury Apple cannot afford. Reports suggest that while Google sold around 7 million units last year, Apple sells over 200 million units manufactured at its Chinese plants. Hence, relocating to a different country is not as much of a headache as you would imagine.

Google’s projected timeframe for Pixel production at its Vietnamese facility is by April for the 4a and the second half of 2020 for the Pixel 5. The timeframe makes sense as Google’s usual calendar pins the Pixel 4a’s launch at mid-May. The delay in parts shipment from China might still hamper Google’s plans. According to an IDC spokesperson, “Even if production is moved outside China, critical component suppliers are still based in the country. Shipping out parts inevitably takes time, as the supply chain ecosystem takes time to rebuild”.