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OPPO said to launch Find X2 Pro next month with an upgraded 60x Periscope Zoom setup

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Jeet
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OPPO was all set to launch its next-generation Find-series flagship smartphone OPPO Find X2 at a launch event during Mobile World Congress later this month. However, since the event is now cancelled, the launch will now take place next month.

With launch date nearing, more details about the Find X2 keeps surfacing online. In the latest development, it is reported that the company will also launch Find X2 Pro along with the standard OPPO Find X2.

OPPO Find X2 Pro Leak

If this turns out to be true, then it’ll be a departure from the company’s usual strategy of launching just a single device under the Find series.

As per the report, the OPPO Find X2 Pro will come with the upgraded periscope super telephoto lens and will support 60x digital zoom with the performance claimed to be better than Reno 10X Zoom Edition.

Leaks and reports have revealed that the Find X2 could come with a 6.5-inch display with a punch-hole that features a Sony IMX616 32-megapixel selfie snapper. The display is expected to support quad HD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate along with a touch sampling rate of 240Hz.

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OPPO Find X2
OPPO Find X2 Render

Other features that will be offered by the phone’s screen include 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut support, HDR up to 1200nits brightness and SDR to HDR conversion. Under the hood, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 mobile platform will be powering the device. The phone may come with a charger that supports 65W fast charging capabilities.  The device will be equipped with other features like LPDDR5 RAM, USB 3.0 storage and Wi-Fi 6.

Rumors indicate that the phone will come with a periscope telephoto lens of 13-megapixel. Its main Sony IMX689 48-megapixel lens is a custom sensor co-developed by Sony and OPPO. Also, the new Sony IMX708 super-wide lens with widest photography capabilities is expected to make its debut on the Find X2.

As mentioned, the scheduled launch event for the OPPO Find X2 in Barcelona on 22nd February has been canceled. The company has said that it will share more information about the phone’s launch in March 2020 in the coming days or weeks.

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Buy i10 TWS Bluetooth 5.0 Earbuds for Just $ 19.99 from GeekBuying

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Vinay Patel
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Music lovers who like listening to their favorite soundtracks while traveling, or working out usually shell out a lot of money on music accessories such as earphones, headphones, and wireless earbuds.

i10 TWS Bluetooth 5

There are no prizes for guessing that music accessories manufactured by popular brands normally set you back a pretty penny, which means, cost-conscious buyers have to settle for inexpensive alternatives. Regrettably, low-priced earbuds are highly unlikely to offer an immersive listening experience.

Bent on making high-end earbuds available to music lovers on a tight budget, GekBuying is now offering the i10 TWS Bluetooth 5.0 Earbuds for a considerably lowered price. While the earbuds usually retail for $41.99, you can now get your hands on it for just $19.99 by placing your order through the popular Chinese e-tailer.

Aside from getting the aforesaid 52 percent off, new users can take advantage of the 2% Off New User Coupon and save more money at the time of checking out. Alternatively, you can place your order via the GeekBuying app and save $0.3 more, which means, you can purchase the i10 TWS Bluetooth 5.0 Earbuds for just $19.69.
i10 TWS Bluetooth 5.0 Earbudsi10 TWS Bluetooth 5.0 Earbuds
An absolute steal at this price, the i10 boasts an auto-pairing feature that enables the earbuds to be automatically powered up and paired, when taken out of the charging box. Compatible with multiple applications, the earbuds offer 10m of transmission distance, while ensuring a barrier-free connection.

For a faster and more stable connection, the i10 adopts the latest Bluetooth 5.0 technology for a superior calling and game playing experience. The always-connected i10 earbuds come with a portable charging case that simplifies and expedites the charging process.

The front-mounted LED indicator on the case shows the remaining battery percentage. The i10 earbuds work with a wide range of Bluetooth-enabled devices that are placed within 10 meters range. Moreover, it is compatible with iOS, as well as Android-powered mobile devices.

You can know more details about the i10 TWS Bluetooth 5.0 Earbuds and avail of the aforesaid discount by following this link. It is worth noting that the promo was on the verge of wrapping up at the time of writing.

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Buy DOOGEE BL5500 Lite Smartphone for Just $69.99 from Gearbest

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Vinay Patel
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Even over a year after hitting the store shelves, the Doogee BL5500 Lite smartphone continues to garner popularity among the brand’s huge fanbase. Aside from offering an impressive array of features, the BL5500 Lite usually carries an affordable price tag of $129.99.

DOOGEE BL5500 LiteIf you aren’t willing to shell out that kind of money on a smartphone, we got good news for you. The Shenzhen-based handset maker has teamed up with Gearbest to offer its well-received BL5500 Lite U-Notch smartphone for an unbeatable price of just $69.99. In short, you can avail of a 46 percent off.

Despite carrying a reduced price, the BL5500 Lite is a feature-laden smartphone. First off, it sports an extra-large 6.19-inch u-notch display with 720×1500 pixel resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 panel on top for added protection. It packs a powerful MTK6739 4xCortex-A53 1.3GHz processor along with an IMG 8XE IPPC 420MHz GPU under the hood.

The phone ships with 2GB of RAM and offers 16GB of internal storage space that can be expanded up to 64GB via Micro SD card (T-Flash card). In the optics department, it houses a dual rear camera setup comprising 13MP+8MP Sony IMX135 sensors and a 5MP selfie camera that can be used for video calling as well.

DOOGEE BL5500 Lite U-Notch Smartphone

Furthermore, the Doogee BL5500 Lite smartphone runs the Android 8.1 Oreo operating system and is backed by a 5500mAh built-in battery. Nevertheless, it is one of the lightest models among big battery smartphones.

The phone features a super slim design for a superior viewing experience. This slim design is further augmented with an elegant look. The BL5500 Lite comes in three eye-catching color options including black, blue and gold. Gearbest is currently offering a discount on all the above-mentioned colorways.

To take full advantage of the discount, all you need to do is to follow this link and place your order. Note that the promo is slated to end in just eight days.

DOOGEE BL5500 Lite Smartphone

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TCL smartphone with slide-out display panel shown off in leaked images

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Jeet
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Since the past year of so, smartphone manufacturers have started experimenting with the form factor of smartphones. While leading phone makers are ahead in terms of such experiments, TCL isn’t far behind.

The company has already patented several foldable smartphone designs and now render of TCL smartphone with a slide-out design has surfaced online. This shows off a totally different take on the foldable smartphone design.

TCL Slide-Out Smartphone Design

Unlike the foldable smartphones already available in the market — Samsung Galaxy Fold, Huawei Mate X, Motorola RAZR and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, this concept render from TCL shows a foldable smartphone has display that slides out to reveal more screen.

While technical details related to this design is not yet known, it seems that the screen folds within the device somewhere. Since the display wraps around inside when not sliding out, the device would be thicker compared other such phones in the market and we also expect it to have a noticeable crease.

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TCL Slide-Out Smartphone Design

On the back side, the phone has a quad-camera setup along with an LED flash arranged vertically on narrow strip on the right side. It seems that the same strip-like structure acts as a grip to slide out the display panel.

Reports also indicate that the company was all set to showcase this sliding-display smartphone at the Mobile World Congress 2020 but since the conference is now cancelled, it remains to be seen when and where TCL showcases this phone and reveals more information related to the same.

TCL was also set to launch the company’s new 10-series smartphones at MWC 2020, which it has already previewed at CES last month. The TCL slide-in foldable smartphone was reportedly set to be announced as a “bonus” from the company.

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OPPO confirms that the company is working on self-developed chipsets

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Jeet
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There are very few smartphone makers who can develop their own chipsets. In fact, there are just three such companies — Samsung, Apple, and Huawei. While Xiaomi tried to do the same with Surge S1, the experiment wasn’t a success.

OPPO was earlier reported to be working on its own chipset named OPPO M1. However, instead of being a processor, it turned out to be a co-processor for power optimisation on the company’s own smartphones. But now it seems that OPPO is all set to jump into mobile chipset market.

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Reports indicate that Special Assistant to the CEO of OPPO has shared a company-wide internal note to all the employees which reveals “Mariana Plan” for the self-developed chips from the Chinese company.

Last year, in November, OPPO had mentioned “Mariana Plan” in its internal documents. It was noted that the project had received input and support from the OPPO TMG Technical Committee which was setup a month before that.

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Chan Yen is leading the OPPO TMG Technical Committee and is also serving as the head of OPPO’s chip platform department. Interestingly, he previously worked as the Technical Director at Qualcomm, the leading mobile chipset manufacturer.

In the recent developments, technician from Realme and OnePlus, sister companies of OPPO have also joined the core plan, hinting that OPPO is going all out with its plan to build its own chipsets.

For the development of its own chipsets, OPPO CEO Chen Yongming had revealed at the Future Technology Conference that the company would be investing about 50 billion yuan in Research & Development in the next three years.

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Buy Xiaomi Power Bank 3 10000mAh for a Lowered Price of Just $22.99 from Gearbest

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Vinay Patel
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With numerous applications running continuously in the background, it is hardly surprising that your mobile phone battery dies quickly. Even integrating mobile devices with high capacity batteries doesn’t guarantee that your phone will not run out of juice exactly when you need it. That’s exactly where a power bank comes into the picture.

Xiaomi Power Bank 3 10000mAhTouted as a portable battery charger, a power bank comes in various mAh capacities that suit the charger specifications and battery size of your phone. Despite the advantages it offers, a lot of consumers refrain from buying a power bank due to the steep price tag it usually carries.

If you are in the market for an inexpensive power bank that doesn’t disappoint in terms of performance, you’ve come to the right place. In collaboration with Gearbest, Xiaomi is currently offering the Xiaomi Power Bank 3 10000mAh for a lowered price. So without wasting time, let’s dive into the details.

The Xiaomi Power Bank 3 10000mAh would normally set you back $31.24, but Gearbest is currently offering it for an unbeatable price of just $22.99. This converts to a noteworthy 26 percent off.

Xiaomi Power Bank 3 10000mAhThe Mi Power Bank 3 comes with a 10,000mAh (3.7V, 37W) battery capacity with a real output at 5500mAh (5.1V/2.6A), which is enough to charge your devices instantly. Moreover, it supports two-way fast charging Dual USB output with a max output of 18W.

Furthermore, Xiaomi Power Bank 3 can charge mobile phones and power banks simultaneously. Thanks to its compact design, you can carry the Mi Power bank 3 everywhere you go. It features Micro USB, and USB Type C input interfaces, while a single USB serves as the output interface.

It adopts quick charge technology that supports two-way quick charge with an output of 12V/1.5A. You can check out more details about the Xiaomi Power Bank 3 10000mAh and place your order by heading straight to this link. Note that the promo is slated to end soon.

Xiaomi Mi Power Bank 3 10000mAh

 

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Honor View 30 to launch with HMS services in Europe

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Jed John Ikoba
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Huawei is expected to hold an online event on February 24 where the company is tipped to officially unveil the Huawei Mobile Service. The company is also expected to launch the Honor V30 for the European market. When this happens, the Honor V30 will become the first Huawei model that would be sold in Europe equipped with HMS services.Honor V30 Pro 5G

Huawei launched the HMS in China to take on the GMS ( Google Mobile Services) which a recent US trade ban prevents it from using. As a result of the fact that apps released on Android phones outside China rely heavily on GMS, and even many mobile phones that do not support GMS cannot be used normally. Therefore, it is necessary for Huawei to quickly build its own HMS and form its own ecosystem. Huawei Mobile Service offers a bunch of basic applications for a smartphone which includes the likes of phone, SMS, email, among others.

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Huawei is hoping to leverage the outstanding features of the V30 to push its sales in Europe. The phone is the first 5G mobile phone under the Honor brand. Since its release, it has been highly sought after by consumers. The V30 is equipped with Kirin 990 series processors, and the entire series supports 5G. Not only does it support NSA / SA dual-mode network, but it also supports the six 5G bands n1 / n3 / n41 / n77 / n78 / n79.

The high-end Honor V30 Pro uses a breakthrough matrix camera design and a rear 40-megapixel main camera in a triple cam arrangement. In addition to the main camera, it also includes a 12-megapixel ultrawide-angle lens and an 8-megapixel telephoto lens. This independent film lens uses a four-in-one equivalent of 2.8 μm and a large photosensitive pixel that supports 109 ° ultra-wide-angle photography. It can bring a wider field of view when shooting and can enhance the sense of depth and space in the picture.

It remains to be seen if the amazing features and price can sway buyers in Europe to go for a phone without Google services.

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MIUI 11 version 20.2.17 beta updates now hitting the Mi 10 & Redmi K30

By
Jed John Ikoba
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The update description of the MIUI 11 version 20.2.17 closed beta development version for some models has been released by Xiaomi. According to an announcement on the MIUI forum, due to the late resumption of work after the Spring festival caused by the epidemic, only some models were included this week. As time goes on, other eligible models will be added. Specifically, only the Redmi K30, Redmi K30 5G, and Xiaomi Mi 10 are being tested.

Already, some users of the Mi 10 have reportedly received the MIUI 11 20.2.17 development beta update. The update is said to bring some new features and bug fixes. These include fixing the battery style problem of the super power-saving status bar, setting the default dial function for each contact, adding a clock management function, optimizing the weather to add city flow, and more.

Xiaomi mi 10
Xiaomi Mi 10

Xiaomi had earlier revealed the MIUI 11 development plan for the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro mobile phones when they were announced last week. According to Zhang Guoquan, director of the software department, MIUI 11 20.2.17 internal beta testing for Mi 10 will commence on February 17. He also disclosed the Mi 10’s public beta will start rolling on February 21. On the other hand, the Mi 10 Pro closed beta testing is tentatively scheduled for February 24 beta and while the open beta update will start rolling out on February 28. However, the schedule may be affected by the prevailing coronavirus epidemic.

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Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10+: Specs Comparison

By
Michele Ingelido
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Samsung launched its latest flagship lineup a few years ago: the Samsung Galaxy S20 series. This year it is composed of three variants: Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra. But there is something to note: for people looking for the best Samsung flagship, these three devices are not an obvious choice. For several people, it may be better to go for another Samsung flagship: the Galaxy Note 10+, and not because of its more affordable price. Given that the Note series includes the only smartphones with the S Pen, in this post, we compared the Samsung Galaxy S20+ to the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ in order to let everyone understand which one is the best for their needs and which compromises you should face if you go for an older flagship such as the Note 10+.

Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10+

Samsung Galaxy S20+ Samsung Galaxy Note 10+
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 161.9 x 73.7 x 7.8 mm,

188 grams

 162.3 x 77.2 x 7.9 mm,

196 grams
DISPLAY 6.7 inches, 1440 x 3200p (Quad HD+), 525 ppi, Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8 inches, 1440 x 3040p (Quad HD+), 498 ppi, Dynamic AMOLED
PROCESSOR Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, octa-core 2.84 GHz
Samsung Exynos 990, octa-core 2,73 GHz		 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, octa-core 2.84 GHz
Samsung Exynos 9825, octa-core 2,73 GHz
MEMORY 12 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB – micro SD slot 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB, micro SD slot
SOFTWARE Android 10, One UI Android 9 Pie, One UI
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA Quad 12 + 64 + 12 + 0.3 MP f/1.8, f/2.0, f/2.2 and f/1.0

10 MP f/2.2 front camera

 Quad 12 + 12 + 16 + 0.3 MP f/1.5-2.4, f/2.1 and f/2.2

10 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY 4500 mAh
Fast charging 25W and wireless charging 15W		 4300 mAh, Fast charging 45W and wireless charging 15W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Hybrid Dual SIM slot, IP68 waterproof, reverse wireless charging 9W, Optional 5G Hybird Dual SIM slot, IP68 waterproof, reverse wireless charging, S Pen, Optional 5G

Design

Whether you should prefer the design of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Galaxy Note 10+ is up to your tastes. The former is more compact due to its smaller display with a taller aspect ratio, but the latter, in my opinion, comes with a less ugly and invasive camera bump on the rear side. In both cases, you get a punch-hole display with a single front camera at its center, but only the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ supports the S Pen for handwriting and drawing with thousands of pressure levels. A very interesting feature for professionals. Both are waterproof with the IP68 certification and both are protected by Gorilla Glass 6 front and back.

 

Display

Despite Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ has a wider panel and supports the S Pen, Samsung Galaxy S20+ has a more advanced display in terms of image quality. It is a more recent panel and it supports a 120 Hz refresh rate in case you decide to opt for the Full HD resolution (the resolution goes up to Quad HD+). But the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ still comes with one of the most amazing displays out there, so you should not worry so much about the image quality and focus on other aspects of their specs sheets.

 

Specs & Software

Samsung Galaxy S20+ is fueled by the Snapdragon 865 chipset in the U.S. version and Exynos 990 in the European version, while Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ is powered by either a Snapdragon 855 or an Exynos 9825. In both cases, you get 12 GB of RAM and UFS 3.0 internal storage, but Samsung Galaxy S20+ provides better performance thanks to its superior chipsets. Also note that Samsung Galaxy S20+ has a better 5G integrated modem, while Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ sports a single mode modem which is not integrated into the chipset. So the Note 10+ has higher energy consumption and inferior connectivity when it comes to 5G. Note that you should buy the 5G variant of each handset to get 5G since their vanilla versions only come with 4G.

 

Camera

On the paper, Samsung Galaxy S20+ has a superior camera. It is composed of a 12 MP main sensor with OIS, a telephoto lens with 3x hybrid optical zoom and a 64 MP resolution, an ultrawide sensor and a TOF camera. You should get way higher detail and way better zoom capabilities with the Samsung Galaxy S20+, despite it is not the most advanced variant of the S20 lineup.

 

 

Battery

On the battery side, Samsung Galaxy S20+ should win again since it packs a bigger 4500 mAh unit. But the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ is able to provide faster charging speeds thanks to a power up to 45W. Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging have the same powers.

 

Price

Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ starts from €1129/$1099, but you can currently find it for less than €950/$950 thanks to online street prices. Samsung Galaxy S20+ starts from €1029/$1199. If we exclude the S Pen and wired charging speeds, Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a better device under almost every aspect: it has a more advanced display, a more advanced 5G connectivity, cameras, and a bigger battery. So if you do not need the S Pen, it is worth opting for the Galaxy S20+.

 

Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10+: PRO and CONS

Samsung Galaxy S20+

PRO

  • Better hardware
  • Better display
  • Better cameras
  • Bigger battery

CONS

  • Higher price

 

Samsung Galaxy Note 10+

PRO

  • Faster charging speeds
  • S Pen
  • Bigger display
  • More affordable

CONS

  • Nothing particular

UK nanotech company sues Samsung for patent infringement over QLED tech

By
Joel Joseph
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Samsung is facing a new lawsuit pertaining to the use of its Quantum dot display tech. The lawsuit, filed by the British nanotechnology company, Nanoco, alleges that Samsung and its affiliates have infringed on its patents relating to Quantum Dots, the technology behind the company’s popular QLED TVs. Reuters reports that Nanoco is looking to obtain a permanent injunction against Samsung as it has “willfully infringed the company’s patents and seeks a permanent injunction from further acts of infringement and significant monetary damages.”

Samsung 8K QLED TV

“Historically the group worked collaboratively with Samsung on developing enhanced quantum dots based on our unique and patented CFQD Quantum Dot technology and associated IP,” said Nanoco’s Chairman Christopher Richards. “We were therefore naturally disappointed when Samsung ended the collaboration and launched its QD [Quantum Dot] based televisions without entering into either a licensing or supply agreement with Nanoco.”

QLEDs form a very important part of Samsung’s TV market. Samsung reportedly sold over 5.9 million QLED TVs in 2019 alone. So, the lawsuit could turn out to be very expensive for the company, potentially costing millions, if not billions in lost revenue.

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Honor 9X gets Emerald Green color variant

By
Habeeb Onawole
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When the Honor 9X was announced last year, it was made available in Midnight Black and Sapphire Blue. The Chinese variant even comes in more colors – Magic Night Black, Charm Sea Blue, Charm Red, and Icelandic White. Today, the global version gets a new color variant called Emerald Green.

The color variant was first teased last week before its official announcement today. There is no info on availability yet and when asked the response was to stay tuned.

The Honor 9X has a 6.59-inch 1080 x 2340 display. It has no notch neither is there a punch-hole. Instead, the Honor 9X has a 16MP pop-up selfie camera. On the back of the phone is a 48MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera setup. It also has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The phone packs a 4000mAh battery, has a Kirin 710F processor and comes with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. It runs Android 9.0 Pie with EMUI 9.1 on top.

The Chinese variant has the more powerful Kirin 810 processor and has 48MP + 2MP dual rear cameras.

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Realme X50 Pro 5G to launch on February 24 as India’s first 5G smartphone

By
Habeeb Onawole
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Realme has one-upped iQOO in its quest (no pun intended) to launch the first 5G smartphone in India. The manufacturer has announced that the Realme X50 Pro 5G will launch in New Delhi on 24th February. The date is a day earlier than iQOO’s own launch event for the iQOO 3 set for February 25 in China.

The Realme X50 Pro 5G launch will begin at 2:30 PM IST. The phone will also be announced on the same day in Madrid, Spain at 10:00 AM CET which is also 2:30 PM in India. Based on this, it will be a simultaneous launch in both cities.

The Realme X50 Pro will have a Snapdragon 865 processor and an X55 5G modem. It will also have dual front-facing cameras housed inside a pill-shaped punch hole. The display is a Super AMOLED panel with a 90Hz refresh rate.

Other confirmed features are 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, 256GB storage, Android 10, and support for 60W SuperDart fast charge. Realme has also confirmed that the phone will ship with a 65W GaN charger included in the box.

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Honor to hold All-Scenario Intelligence Conference on February 24

By
Habeeb Onawole
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It turns out Huawei won’t be the only one holding an online-only conference on February 24. Its subsidiary, Honor, has also announced that it will have a conference which will be livestreamed on the same day.

The announcement was made on Twitter by the official Honor account. The conference which is tagged the All-Scenario Intelligence Conference will be a livestreamed event that will begin at 18:30 CET (11 PM IST). While Honor did not previously announce an MWC event, it appears they had one planned but didn’t get to announce it before this year’s MWC was canceled.

Honor February 24 event

The image attached to the tweet shows a number of Honor products including a smart security camera, the Honor MagicWatch 2, the Honor V30, the Honor 9X, and Honor 9X Pro, etc.

This will be Honor’s first global event this year and we expect some of the products it has launched in China in the past few months will be announced at the event.

Last week, a leaker revealed that the Honor 30 series will be announced in April 2020. The manufacturer is also expected to announce a flagship tablet too called the Honor MagicPad.

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Realme’s official poster confirms the February 24 Realme X2 Pro 5G online launch

By
Jed John Ikoba
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Realme was expected to take the wraps off its latest 5G phone at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2020 before it was cancelled due to coronavirus scare. The company was later reported as planning to hold the launch event in Madrid, Spain but the event will be streamed online. The Chinese company has now confirmed that the smartphone will indeed be launched in Spain on February 24. The event will start at 10 AM CET.

As a reminder, the Realme X50 Pro 5G is said to feature a Full HD+ display with a screen resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels and 20:9 aspect ratio. The display has also been confirmed to come with a 90Hz refresh rate. Realme is yet to reveal the battery capacity of the X50 Pro but whatever size it is, you may likely never run out of battery power as the battery can quickly be refilled in just minutes. That is because it is expected to support 60W SuperDart charger.

The Snapdragon 865 SoC will power the phone with a Snapdragon X55 5G modem that enables dual-mode 5G. Providing the interface is an Android 10-based Realme UI 1.0. The X50 Pro 5G will have 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of storage.

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Ni Fei: Nubia Red Magic 5G will have 16GB RAM

By
Habeeb Onawole
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The Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G launched as the first phone with 16GB RAM. We thought the Mi 10 Pro 5G will also have a 16GB RAM version but it maxes out at 12GB. Today, Ni Fei, President of Nubia Technology Co. Ltd., revealed that the Red Magic 5G will have 16GB of RAM.

In the Weibo post, the company’s top executive said he carried out a poll to find out if 16GB of RAM is necessary on a device. The result of the poll showed people do want 16GB RAM phones. Based on the result, Nubia has decided there will be a 16GB RAM version of their upcoming Red Magic 5G gaming phone.

Ni Fei 16GB RAM poll

The Weibo post even includes a screenshot of the device’s About Phone section and it confirms there is a 16GB RAM version and also reveals some other details. It was previously revealed that the phone will have LPDDR5 RAM supplied by Samsung.

The image reveals the upcoming phone has model number NX659J. It runs Redmagic OS version 3.0 based on Android 10 and with January 2020’s security patch.

Red Magic 5G 16GB RAM

This version has 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Previous Red Magic phones don’t have storage expansion slots, so don’t expect this to have. However, 512GB of storage would have been better. The image also confirms the Red Magic 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 865 processor and has a Snapdragon X55 5G modem.

Other confirmed features include a 144Hz refresh rate, triple rear cameras, WiFi 6, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a built-in cooling fan.

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Xiaomi Youpin Launched an affordable massage chair for 3999 Yuan ($572)

By
Sean
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Earlier today (17th February 2020), the Xiaomi Youpin platform in collaboration with Momoda released an all round massage chair which arrives with an affordable price tag.

Xiaomi

The small massage chair is said to be the first in the industry that can be used when in contact with a wall. In other words, it is compact and does not require additional space apart from its physical dimensions to operate effectively. It features a streamlined design with a curved and open armrest in which people of all sizes can comfortably sit or even lay down in.

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The affordable massage chair operated with three individual and moving parts that massage the user sitting on it. The movements of these unique parts are synchronized and target the shoulder, neck, back and the lumbar spine of a person. Notably, its movements can be adjusted so family members of different age groups can enjoy the experience as well. The motors are capable of providing three dimensional movements that go up, down, left, right and diagonally.

Xiaomi

The seating of the massage chair that is sold on Xiaomi’s Youpin platform is covered with padded surfaces to provide a comfortable experience which also serve the purpose of inflating, similar to an airbag, enabling rhythmic pressure squeezes and releases. One of its notable features is its ability to recreate zero gravity on the human body by adjusting the angle of the back in response to the legs and other limbs. Meaning, it can reduce pressure by evenly distributing the weight across the entire body.

The small massage chair is currently available in Xiaomi Youpin online platform and is offered at a price of 3,999 Yuan which roughly translates to about 572 US Dollars.

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Pre-Order Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Smartphone for Just $486.99 from GeekBuying [2% OFF New User Coupon]

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Vinay Patel
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Xiaomi took the covers off its long-awaited Mi Note 10 back in November last year. Initially rumored to boast the same specs as the Mi CC9 Pro, the recently unveiled smartphone has gone up for pre-order carrying a lowered price tag through GeekBuying.

Xiaomi Mi Note 10The 6GB RAM+128GB ROM Mi Note 10 variant would normally set you back $859.99 on both online, as well as offline stores. As part of its latest snap-up deal, the popular Chinese e-tailer is currently offering the aforesaid model for a reduced pre-sale price of just $ 486.99, which converts to a noteworthy 43 percent off.

Moreover, you can take advantage of the 2% New User Coupon and save more money, provided this is your first order with GeekBuying. Touted as the world’s first smartphone to feature a 108MP Penta camera, the Mi Note 10 comes in an appealing black color option.

The phone’s USP is its impressive photography system that captures high-quality photos and record videos just like a piece of professional photography equipment, providing a professional shooting experience. Its Penta camera setup comprises pixels that reach an astounding resolution of 108 megapixels, proving even mobile phones can house ultra-high-resolution sensors.

Xiaomi Mi Note 10 6.47 Inch 4G LTE Smartphone Snapdragon 730 6GB 128GB 108.0MP + 12.0M + 20.0MP + 5.0MP + 2.0MP Penta Rear Cameras NFC Fingerprint ID Dual SIM MIUI 11 Global Version - GreyUnder the hood, the Mi Note 10 packs a powerful Snapdragon 730G processor along with a highly competent Adreno 618 graphics processing unit. It is backed by a robust battery with 5260mAh capacity and 30W fast charging support, which gives you freedom from the hassle of frequent charging.

It features a 6.47 inch AMOLED hyperboloid screen and has an eye-catching curved body, which enables you to view the content on the phone at any angle. As if that weren’t enough, the Mi Note 10 features NFC and infrared remote control and has a new generation optical fingerprint unlock system for added safety.

While you’d normally associate these features with a steeply-priced handset, the Mi Note 10 will be up for pre-order for an unbeatable price through Geekbuying for a limited period. The device is estimated to be delivered in ten days and you can place your pre-order by following this link.

Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Smartphone

 

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Huawei 5G millmimeter wave speed record broken by Ericsson with 4.3Gbps Download speed

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Sean
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In recent times, technological advancements have been significant in many areas, especially in information and data infrastructures. It is now viable to stream 4K videos and movies at home all in part due to faster data rates and download speeds. Now, the record for the fastest download speeds has been broken after Ericsson said its latest 5G hardware is capable of 4.3Gbps.

Ericsson

According to Ericsson, its latest network infrastructure for 5G has enabled a full hour long 4K video to be transferred in just 14 seconds, which is great news considering this will be available to the general consumers. The company’s engineers in Stockholm have apparently hit a download speed of a whopping 4.3Gbps. This breaks the previously held record which was set by Huawei in October 2019 with a download speed of 3.67Gbps.

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Notably, the record breaking download speed is closest anyone has ever gotten to reach 5G networks theoretical 7.5Gbps of peak download speeds capabilities from existing 5G chips. Although an impressive and sizable jump over Huawei, one must know that it is known not a simple and direct comparison of quality between the two. This is due to Ericsson utilizing an 8 millimeter wave frequency ban or 8CC (8 component carrier) with a total of 800Mhz of spectrum.

Ericsson

However, credit where it is due, Ericsson’s 4.3Gbps download speed is still an extremely impressive feat that has been achieved. It also emphasizes on the potential growth of the network in the near future, even replacing fiber. The faster and newer bandwidth also carries implications ahead of just simple video streaming, and even improve other fields like video gaming and augmented and artificial reality as well.

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Sharp announces AQUOS R5G: packs Snapdragon 865, 120Hz LCD display, and quad cameras

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Habeeb Onawole
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Sharp has announced a new smartphone today in Japan. The AQUOS R5G is its first flagship phone of the year and it comes with a Snapdragon 865 processor under the hood.

Sharp Aquos R5G

AQUOS R5G Design

The AQUOS R5G has a U-shaped notch at the top and another at the bottom where the home button/fingerprint scanner digs into the display. On the back are four cameras arranged vertically in a single housing. The phone comes in blue, white, and a color-shifting variant similar to the Aura Glow variant of the Samsung Galaxy Note10+.

AQUOS R5G Specs

The phone has a 6.5-inch QHD+ (1440 x 3168) IGZO screen. It has Adobe RGB support and a built-in image control technology called Rich Color that automatically adjusts the screen depending on the scene. It also supports Dolby Vision and U-NEXT HDR content.

The Snapdragon 865 processor is paired with 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of US 3.1 storage. You also get a storage expansion slot for up to an additional 1TB.

The Sharp AQUOS R5G has four rear cameras. The first is a 12.2MP f/2.7 telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom and it is followed by a 48MP f/2.9 super wide-angle camera. Next comes the 12MP f/1.7 primary camera and at the bottom is a ToF camera. The front-facing camera is a 16.4MP f/2.0 camera with AQUOS beauty mode.

Sharp says the phone can record 8K videos. The telephoto camera and primary camera have optical image stabilization and there is also electronic image stabilization. There are a number of special features such as AI live story, AI live shutter, and focus playback.

The AQUOS R5G has Bluetooth 5.1 and WiFi 6. It has Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res audio and you get to enjoy these with the audio jack at the top of the device or via wireless earphones. While the spec sheet doesn’t mention NFC, it most likely has. The phone also has an IP6X rating.

Sharp ships the phone with Android 10 and Adobe Photoshop Express pre-installed.

 

Sharp AQUOS R5G Price and Availability

The price of the device is still under wraps and so also are details regarding availability.

 

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New OPPO Smartwatch render surfaces on the web

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Habeeb Onawole
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It is no news that OPPO is working on its very first smartwatch which is expected to launch soon. Back in February, we had our first look at the square-faced watch and its gorgeous OLED display. Now another render has surfaced on the web.

This new render also focuses on the display of the watch which is covered with 3D curved glass. The curved display gives the watch a premium look and is expected to be the trend for smartwatches.

OPPO Smartwatch Render

Unlike the first render that has a gold frame and rubber/silicone straps, this has a silver/gray frame and black leather straps. Now, we are sure the watch will come in at least two color variants.

When the image is brightened, the side buttons on the frame becomes visible. We are yet to know the functions of these two buttons.

It was reported earlier that the OPPO Smartwatch will be able to perform an ECG/EKG but the source later deleted the post. We are not sure what to make of that but it is better not to get your hopes high.

The OPPO Smartwatch still has no launch date but we won’t put it past OPPO to announce it alongside the Find X2 flagship. The flagship was originally scheduled to launch at MWC next week but has now been shifted to March 2020 since MWC will no longer hold this year.

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