Lei Jun unveils new logo on 10th Anniversary of Xiaomi

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Jan 2, 2020

Xiaomi, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer, is planning to launch the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro together unlike its predecessors, the Mi 9 and Mi 9 Pro. The smartphone series will be the company’s 2020 flagship series.

Reportedly, the two smartphones in the series will share the stage in the launch event in the first quarter of 2020. Furthermore, the handsets are confirmed to feature Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 865 SoC, also making the series one of the first to feature the new chipset.

Mi 10

According to a leak on Weibo, the Mi 10 will feature a 6.5 inch OLED display with a refresh rate of 90Hz. Under the hood, its smartphone will be equipped with Snapdragon 865 SoC alongside 8GB/12GB of RAM and 128GB/256GB of internal storage. Unfortunately, exact pricing is still unknown but it is expected to start somewhere around 3,199 CNY or roughly 459 USD.

For photography, the device sports a quad camera setup that includes a Sony IMX686 primary sensor, a depth sensor, and a macro lens. It is also expected to feature a 30x digital zoom and will be powered by a large 4,500mAh battery; that supports triple fast charging technology, i.e 40W fast charging, or 30W fast charging and can even reverse charge for 10W wirelessly.

Mi 10 Pro

Xiaomi’s Mi 10 Pro is expected to arrive with a similar 6.5 inch OLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. The processor will also be the Snapdragon 865 SoC and the battery is reported to be the same as well. However, what sets it apart from the base variant is the charging technology. The Mi 10 Pro is expected to feature a 66W wired fast charging alongside 40W wireless fast charging technology.

Xiaomi Mi 10 series spec leak — Leaked specs of the Xiaomi Mi 10 series shared on Weibo

Additionally, the Mi 10 Pro is said to also be equipped with a quad camera setup but the primary camera is Samsung’s 108 megapixel sensor. This will be paired with a 48 megapixel lens, a 12 megapixel telephoto lens and an 8 megapixel depth sensor.

The pricing details have yet to be officially unveiled but the Mi 10 Pro is expected to start from 3,799 Yuan (roughly 545 US Dollars) for the 12GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. The 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant is might carry a price tag of 4,099 Yuan (roughly 588 US Dollars). Lastly, the most specced up 12GB RAM + 512GB storage variant is expected to go for 4,499 Yuan (roughly 646 US Dollars.)

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Oppo F11 series to start Android 10 based ColorOS 7 Beta tests

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Jan 2, 2020

Oppo had initially released the ColorOS 7 system update which was based on Android 10 OS back in November 2019. Since then, it has brought the update to a number of devices and is now also looking to include the Oppo F11 and F11 Pro smartphones as well.

Oppo is opening for trial tests or public beta testing for Oppo F11, F11 Pro and F11 Avengers Edition as well. For those interested, keep in mind that the number of seats for beta testing is currently limited. So, if you are not eligible for the first build, be ready as Oppo plans on further expanding testers numbers for the future beta builds that should arrive shortly after.

To opt for the beta testing, owner’s of the Oppo F11 series with the official stable software build must go to “Settings” > “Software Update” > then click the button on the upper right corner and select “Trial Version.” Users must then agree to the terms and conditions from the company and click on the “Apply Now.” Once this is done, check for updates in the Software Update section which will now have the latest beta build.
Note: Beta builds are unpolished versions of a future user interface, OS, skins, etc. so one might face lags, stutters, and the odd bugs every now and then.

Oppo has stated that the beta tests are only for enthusiasts looking to better the experience for the community as a whole. In other words, the testers will have to check the stability of the build and actively report any bugs or issues that they encounter; a few of them might make devices unusable so keep the risks in mind. Lastly, the ColorOS Community application can be used to report on any bugs or glitches.

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Honor MagicWatch 2 broke 10,000 units being sold in just 1 minute

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Jan 2, 2020

According to a new report, Honor’s latest entry in the smart wearables category with MagicWatch 2 has surpassed 10,000 units being sold in just 1 minute. The device launched today and has been met with an explosive demand immediately on availability.

Smart wearables are becoming increasingly more popular with consumers across the globe. 2019 was an important year of this category in the consumer grade electronic market and 2020 will be even more eventful for the same. Honor’s MagicWatch 2 breaking 10,000 units sold in 1 minute after New Year’s Day is one such great example.

Previously, the Honor MagicWatch 2 sold out in a similar fashion two times before as well. Both sales were well received with the device being sold out in just a couple of minutes. This is indicative of the healthy growth of the wearables industry and its positive reception from the consumers. The next sale for the smartwatch is on the 7th of January 2020 with a limited pre sale around midday (10:08 am) every day.

Smart wearables are a growing trend with the health centric users of this day and age. Since, the device arrives with health monitoring features like heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen level and more it is highly sought after at this point in time.

The Honor MagicWatch 2 also supports 15 different sports modes for different physical activities and is equipped with a 1.39 inch AMOLED display on a round dial with a Kirin A1 chipset. It is capable of Bluetooth supported calls and is waterproof for up to 50 meters as well.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab A4s key specifications leaked through FCC certification

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Jan 2, 2020

The upcoming Samsung tablet with model number SM-T307U was spotted with Galaxy Tab A4s moniker was first spotted during the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) certification last week. The device appeared on the radar again recently during the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification. A few key specifications of the tablet were revealed this time, including battery capacity, connectivity options, and overall dimensions.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A4s Specifications and Features

As evident from the FCC listing, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A4s flaunts an 8.39-inch display. The device measures 201.9 x 124.4 mm (length x breadth) and 237.1 mm diagonally. The device draws power from a 4,860 mAh Li-ion battery with 15W fast charge support. Connectivity options include Bluetooth, Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, GPS, ANT+, LTE, and WCDMA.

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In older news, Sammobile reported back in November that the SM-T307U supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi networks and runs on Android 9.0 Pie. The device supports cellular connectivity and will be initially available only in brown. The device is expected to be powered by an Exynos processor and features 32GB of native storage. Judging by the mid-range specifications, the Tab A4s will most-likely be a budget offering.

Additional information on the Galaxy Tab A4s is unavailable at the time of publication. If rumors are to be believed, Samsung might launch the Tab A4s alongside the Galaxy S11 / S20 lineup in February.. Samsung might launch the Galaxy Tab A4s globally, or limit sales to specific markets. It is too early to tell right now. Watch this space for the latest updates and developments.

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Pre-Order Realme Buds Air for Just $54.99 from Giztop [$5 OFF Coupon Code]

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Jan 2, 2020

After starting India, Oppo’s independent brand Realme expanded to China and various other regions. Realme’s decision to enter the Chinese market is hardly surprising given that the colossal market has to lot of offer to OEMs.

Keeping its focus on the Chinese market, the brand is all set to launch its first earbuds in the country. Dubbed as the Realme Buds Air, the earbuds have been teased in the form of a launch poster ahead of its scheduled launch on January 7th in China. The earbuds were made available in the Indian markets last month.

While we are still days away from the true wireless headset hitting the Chinese store shelves, it has gone up for pre-order through Giztop. Available in three highly appealing color options including yellow, white, as well as black, the Realme Buds Air would normally set you back $59.99.

Those placing their pre-orders via Giztop before January 10th can avail of an extra $5 off by applying coupon code RBA5. In other words, the Realme Buds Air can now be yours for a lowered price of just $54.99, thanks to the above-mentioned coupon.

An absolute steal at this price, the durable and light Realme Buds Air is made using superior quality material, which makes it easy-to-carry earbuds. Moreover, it packs a powerful R1 chipset under the hood.

Other features include a built-in Google Assistant voice assistant and a 12mm Dynamic Bass Boost driver with a multi-layer composite diaphragm. Aside from that, it has a 12mm movable coil for delivering seamless Hi-Fi music.

To ensure stable wireless connectivity, the Realme Buds Air adopts the latest Bluetooth 5.0. It is backed by a robust battery that delivers a battery life of up to 17 hours, and it also supports wireless charging.

In addition to featuring a built-in Voice Assistant, the Realme Buds Air has an intelligent touch control. In short, you can perform multiple tasks such as calling, playing music simply by touching the earbuds.

To know more about the Realme Buds Air and to place your pre-order, visit this link. Note that the coupon code is slated to expire on January 10th.

Realme Buds Air

Apple quietly cuts iPad prices in China

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Realme X2 Pro Global Version [8GB RAM+128GB ROM]

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Jan 2, 2020

Apple, in China, has reportedly slashed its prices for iPads in China. The price cut is for the entry level iPad on its official website and was made without any official announcement.

Apple’s iPad in China were available for a more affordable rate in numerous third party online and offline channels. Thus, the move for price adjustment was quite necessary. The 2019 iPad model in question is a 10.2 inch screen device which is similar in design to the 2018 model. It supports Apple Pencil and provides Touch ID fingerprint recognition software for protection alongside an 8 megapixel camera for photography.

The price for the entry level iPad after adjustment is 2,499 Yuan or roughly 358 US Dollars for the 32GB storage variant. The 128GB variant, on the other hand, is now priced at 2,999 Yuan or roughly 430 US Dollars. The original prices for both different versions stand at 2,699 and 3,499 Yuan (or roughly 387 to 502 US Dollars), respectively.

This marks a price cut of 200 Yuan and 500 Yuan (or roughly 28 to 71 US Dollars) in both variants; with the more expensive model with larger storage seeing a higher level of adjustment. It makes the 128GB variant offer better value overall after the price cut.

Apple iPad 10.2 — Apple iPad with a 10.2 inch display

The slash in pricing should also allow Apple to be a bit more competitive to the various third party retailers that target either offline or online shoppers. Although, this might also lead to the same third party retailers to further slashing their own prices since the official price tag has fallen lower than before.

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Buy Realme X2 Pro Global Version for $419 from Giztop

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Jan 2, 2020

Realme took the covers off its first flagship phone dubbed the Realme X2 Pro in China and Europe in October last year, and made the device available to Indian consumers in November.

Touted as the ‘Full Speed Flagship,’ the global version of the X2 Pro is now available on Giztop featuring 8GB of RAM and a hearty 128GB of onboard storage space. This blue-tinted global version will set you back $419 if you place your order via Giztop.

The irresistible X2 Pro sports a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED full HD+ display with a refresh rate of 90Hz, the screen-to-body ratio of 91.7 percent, and an aspect ratio of 20:9. Under the hood, it packs a powerful Snapdragon 855 Plus 2.96GHz Octa-core processor along with an Adreno 640 GPU.

In the photography department, the Realme X2 Pro houses a quad-camera setup comprising 64MP+13MP+8MP+2MP sensors. Upfront, there’s a 16MP camera for selfies and video calling.

The Realme X2 Pro uses superconducting carbon fiber and has vapor chamber liquid cooling for better heat dissipation. Furthermore, the phone runs ColorOS 6.1 Realme Edition based on Android 9.0 Pie OS and is backed by a 4000mAh battery that supports 50W SuperVOOC flash charge and USB-PD and 18W rapid charging.

On top of that, the X2 Pro also supports dual-frequency GPS and NFC. To know more about the feature-laden mobile phone and to place your order, simply follow this link without wasting time.

Xiaomi Watch Color hands-on images showcase the smartwatch in all its glory

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Jan 2, 2020

Xiaomi will be launching its new Xiaomi Watch Color tomorrow in China. Ahead of the launch, the company has revealed some of the details but refrained from revealing full specifications and pricing details.

However, jus t a day before the Xiaomi Watch Color goes official in China, hands-on images of the wearable device has surfaced online which reveals the full design as well as some of the key features.

This is the second watch product coming from Xiaomi brand but it isn’t being labelled as a smartwatch given that the company is focusing more on the design of the device rather than functionality, in a stark contrast to the Mi Watch launched recently.

It comes with a 1.39-inch circular dial and has a diameter of about 47mm. The display offers pixel density of 326PPI which is protected by a layer of third-generation Corning Gorilla Glass.

Thanks to the all-black body and a black colored rubber strap, metal frame and circular display, the Xiaomi Watch Color is looking visually stunning. While the hands-on image shows black-colored strap, the company is offering six color options to choose from along with 110 built-in dials.

To operate this wearable device, the company is still offering the usual touch + physical button method. Unlike the Mi Watch, this new Watch Color comes with two physical buttons on the right side. One is a power button which is also used to navigate while the other one is for quick actions such as click-to-call, exercise mode, etc.

Although the Xiaomi Color Watch is not as smart as the company’s first smartwatch, it seems to be running MIUI for Watch interface, which isn’t confirmed yet. The functionality of the device is similar to the Mi Band 4 fitness tracker.

Interestingly, it also comes with support for XiaoAI smart assistant, making it easy for the user to control IoT product or smart home appliances with the Watch Color. However, it is reported that the wearable device lack vibration feedback for notifying action feedback.

The Xiaomi Watch also displays notifications on the screen from several applications including WeChat, up to 100 Chinese characters. However, do note that the watch does not support replying and just shows the notifications.

As the functionality is similar to the Mi Band 4, it does come with support for several fitness-related feature and thus packs multiple sensors, including third-generation HRM heart rate sensor along with Xiaomi’s motion algorithm.

The device is said to have 5ATM rating making it waterproof and comes with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. Thanks to NFC support, it can be used to make payments as well. The Xiaomi Watch Color is powered by a 420mAh battery which is claimed to provide battery life of around 14 days on a single charge.

As said, the Xiaomi Watch Color is slated to launch and go on sale in China tomorrow, i.e. 3rd January 2020. It is said to be priced at 799 yuan which roughly converts to $115. To know for sure, we’ll have to wait for a few more hours.

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Realme X2 Pro 6GB + 64GB variant with Rs. 27,999 (~$392) goes on sale in India

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Jan 2, 2020

At the end of December, Realme India had confirmed the pricing of the new 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage variant for the Realme X2 Pro. However, the handset wasn’t made available for purchase readily. The new variant isn’t yet listed on the official website of Realme India. However, it is available for purchase through Flipkart with a price tag of Rs. 27,999 (~$392).

Flipkart is carrying out Realme 2020 Sale between Jan. 2 and Jan. 5. The landing page of the sale has revealed that the 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage edition of Realme X2 Pro is now available for purchase. The smartphone is listed in color option such as Neptune Blue and Lunar White.

The Realme X2 Pro is available in other variants such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. Both models are respectively priced at Rs. 29,999 (~$420) and Rs. 33,999 (~$477). Both models are available in aforementioned color options. As far as the Realme 2020 Sale is concerned, the Chinese firm is now selling smartphones like Realme C2, Realme 3i, Realme 3, Realme 5, Realme X, Realme XT and more with attractive discounts.

Editor’s Pick: Realme eats its word, will start placing ads in ColorOS just like Xiaomi

Realme X2 Pro Specifications

The Realme X2 Pro supports 90Hz refresh rate through its 6.5-inch S-AMOLED display. The waterdrop notch screen offers full HD+ resolution and is integrated with a fingerprint sensor. It is the first flagship phone from the company that is driven by Snapdragon 855+ mobile platform and LPDDR4x RAM. The phone ships with UFS 3.0 storage.

The Realme X2 Pro has a front-facing camera of 16-megapixel. The rear shell of the phone has a quad camera setup that includes a 64-megapixel main lens, a 13-megapixel telephoto lens that enables 20x hybrid zoom support, an 8-megapixel ultrawide sensor and a depth assist lens of 2-megapixel. The ColorOS 6 based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the smartphone. The X2 Pro is fueled by a 4,000mAh battery that supports 50W SuperVOOC Flash Charge technology.

Nokia 9.2 PureView with Snapdragon 865 launch delayed till late 2020

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Jan 2, 2020

At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2019, HMD Global had announced the Snapdragon 845 powered Nokia 9 PureView that featured penta-lens camera setup. Rumors in mid-2019 had claimed that the Finnish firm will be debuting Nokia 9.1 PureView powered by Snapdragon 855 mobile platform. However, it did not come true. In October, it was reported that the arrival of the Nokia 9.1 PureView has been delayed to the second quarter of 2020. Fresh information shared by Nokia Anew, a Twitter account known for sharing new details on upcoming Nokia phones, has revealed that the successor smartphone for Nokia 9 PureView might be called Nokia 9.2. Its arrival has been further pushed to late 2020 as the company wants to launch it with the latest Snapdragon 865 mobile platform.

The announcement of Nokia 9.2 is likely to be delayed until the autumn due to the replacement of the processor on the Snapdragon 865.#Nokia9 #NokiaMobile #HMD #Nokia2020 pic.twitter.com/DbAFdMFi6v

— Nokia anew (@nokia_anew) December 30, 2019

As mentioned above, the previous reports had claimed that the successor of the Nokia 9 PureView could be featuring the SD855. The alleged Nokia 9.2 PureView could be a 5G phone as it is expected to arrive with SD865. The leak has no information on the other specs of the device. There is a possibility that it could be equipped with a more powerful penta-lens camera system. Reader are advised to take this news with a pinch of salt. Hence, it seems that the Finnish firm won’t be announcing any flagship phone at the MWC 2020 tech exhibition next month.

Editor’s Pick: Nokia 4.2 gets another price cut in India; now available for ₹6,999 (~$98)

In December, the company had confirmed at the Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Tech Summit 2019 event it will be launching a Snapdragon 765 powered 5G handset at the MWC 2020. The company did not confirm anything on launching a SD865 powered phone at MWC 2020. The first SD765 Nokia phone is expected to sport a copper frame and a round-shaped camera module powered by ZEISS imaging technology. The phone will be equipped with PureDisplay that may allow the phone to support HDR playback. There is no information available on the name of the device.

In a follow-up to the previous tweet, here's the full top:

1. Nokia 7.2
2. Nokia 9 PureView
3. Nokia 6.2
4. Nokia 7.1
5. Nokia 2.2
6. Nokia 4.2@NokiaMobile #HMD #NokiaMobile #Nokia

— Nokia anew (@nokia_anew) December 30, 2019

Nokia Anew has also claimed that Nokia 7.2 was the most popular Nokia phone in 2019 on the basis of volume of devices shipped last year. The second popular was Nokia 9 PureView followed by other phones such as Nokia 6.2, Nokia 7.1, Nokia 2.2 and Nokia 4.2. Again, there is no official source to take this information.

Former Lenovo Mobile head Chang Cheng joins Xiaomi as Vice President

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Jan 2, 2020

A couple of days ago, Chang Cheng, Lenovo’s Vice President and Head of Lenovo Mobile China announced his departure from the company which he joined around 19 years ago. It is said that Chang Cheng had resigned from Lenovo on December 18, the same day Liu Chuanzhi retired.

Surprisingly, Chang Cheng has now joined Xiaomi as a Vice President. Earlier today, Lei Jun, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Xiaomi confirmed the same by welcoming him to Xiaomi as the Vice President of Xiaomi Group.

In his new role, Chang Cheng will be responsible product planning related to the company’s smartphones. Subsequently, Mr. Cheng also confirmed his appointment at Xioami through a post on his Weibo account.

He had joined Lenovo in the year 2000 as the Director of Research and Development of the notebook business unit. In 2011, he was appointed the Vice President of Lenovo Group and the General Manager of the mobile end-to-end software platform. Later, in June 2015, he became CEO of ZUK mobile brand.

Under Chang Cheng, Lenovo struggled in the highly competitive smartphone market and couldn’t grab significant market share. He had been under tremendous pressure to deliver results. His departure from Lenovo was cited because of personal health issues and spending more time with the family. However, that doesn’t seem to be case given that he has now joined Xiaomi in the same role.

Xiaomi stays true to its promise; sends out 100 Mi TVs to celebrate 10M sales

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Jan 2, 2020

Xiaomi recently announced that the company has surpassed its goal of shipping 10 million units of its Smart TVs in the Chinese market. Now, fulfilling the promise made by Xiaoxiao Li, General Manager of the Xiaomi TV Department, he has sent 100 Xiaomi TVs in a raffle.

The company has revealed that the giveaway for these 100 units of Xioami TV will take place from 3rd January to 7th January and the company will be giving away 100 units during these five days and added that the winners will be declared every night.

As per the report, Xiaomi has been placed at the top in the Chinese TV market from January to November, beating established TV manufacturers such as Skyworth, Hisense, and TCL among others.

Xiaomi stated its journey in the Smart TV market back in 2013 and now the company has announced that it has achieved its goal of becoming China’s top player in the category. With the achievement of shipping 10 million units of its smart TV in 2019, Xiaomi has created a history since no other brands have achieved such numbers in a single year.

Notably, Xiaomi’s Mi TV series has also won the top “Color TV Innovation Product” award previously at the China Intelligent Display and Innovation Application Industry Conference. The company even arrived first in the “Top Ten TV Awards 2019” and “High-end Smart Product Awards.” This essentially cements the company’s place in the TV industry in the home market China and as a viable option in global markets.

Not just China, Xiaomi is also dominating the Indian smart TV market. As per the report from IDC, Xiaomi’s Mi TV holds about 33 percent of the smart TV market share in India. Following Mi TV range in India in the second spot is Samsung India with a market share of 14 percent and LG sits at third with a share of 13 percent.

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Vivo S1 Pro color variants confirmed ahead of January 4 launch

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Jan 2, 2020

Last week, Vivo India had officially confirmed that it will be launching the Vivo S1 Pro smartphone in India on Jan. 4. Over the weekend, Vivo India tweeted new teasers on the Vivo S1 Pro. The new tweets have revealed the front and rear sides of the smartphone. Also, they have confirmed the color variants of the device

The recent tweets on Vivo S1 Pro are mainly focused on its camera capabilities. The phone is equipped with a 32-megapixel camera that is housed inside the waterdrop notch on the display. The back panel of the Vivo S1 Pro as 48-megapixel AI quad camera setup arranged in a diamond-shaped pattern. As it can be seen, the smartphone will be available in India in three color variants such as Crystal Blue, Dreamy White, and Knight Black.

Rumors have it that the 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage edition of the Vivo S1 Pro will be priced at Rs. 19,990 (~$280). It is also expected to arrive in a 6 GB RAM model. However, there is no information on its pricing. The smartphone will be available for purchase through Amazon India.

2 days to shine bright with our diamond. The all-new #vivoS1Pro packed with a Diamond shaped 48MP AI Quad Rear Camera & 32MP AI Selfie Camera is coming to show-off it’s unmatchable style in 2 days. #StyleLikeAPro

Launching on 4th January. Know more – https://t.co/EdV9EFx5tF pic.twitter.com/FRg8TCvDGb

— Vivo India (@Vivo_India) January 2, 2020

Editor’s Pick: Vivo to discontinue online-exclusive smartphone launches in 2020

Vivo S1 Pro Specifications

The Vivo S1 Pro has a S-AMOLED display of 6.38 inches and it carries support for full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The S1 Pro offers an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The display is equipped with in-screen fingerprint scanner. The smartphone is fueled by Snapdragon 665 mobile platform that includes 2.0GHz octa-core processor. The FunTouch OS 9.2 based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the smartphone. The handset comes with a shared SIM slot for more storage.

The S1 Pro draws power from a 4,500mAh battery. The phone supports 18W fast charging through USB-C. For capturing selfies, it has an f/2.0 aperture 32-megapixel front camera with AI Face Beauty feature. The LED flash assisted four camera system positioned on the back side of the device has Samsung GM1 48-megapixel lens as the primary lens. It is assisted by an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 2-mepaixel dedicated macro camera and a 2-megapixel depth assist lens. The usual connectivity features like dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth, GPS and 3.5mm audio jack are also available on the smartphone.

HiSense OLED TVs will solve burn-in issues with the new six-layer technology

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Jan 2, 2020

Last year in March, Hisense had exibited the company’s first OLED TV at the AWE exhibition and now the company is soon expected to commercially launch its OLED TVs in the market. Given that many manufacturers have already launched their OLED Smart TVs in the market, the entry of Hisesne seems a bit late.

However, as a saving grace, the company seems to have come with solutions to some of the issues being faced with the OLED TVs which has casted doubts about the future of this next-generation display technology.

OLED panels on TVs have issues ranging from after images, burn-in, insufficient brightness, color inaccuracies, among others. Now, Hisesne claims that its OLED TVs will solve the issue of burn-in. The company has developed a six-layer after image protection technology and has introduced dark filed detail enhancement for color accuracy.

The six-layer technology from Hisense include LEA-edge station logo monitoring and adjustment; local brightness adjustment of static content under dynamic video; brightness adjustment function for still images; overscan pixel shift technology; OFFRS function; and JB function. The company is also using 3D color correction technology to achieve 729-point accurate color correction and offers 900nit maximum brightness.

For those who are unaware, burn-in happens when a persistent part of the image on a screen — navigation buttons on a phone or a channel/company logo, news ticker or a scoreboard on a TV, remains as a ghostly background no matter what else appears on the display panel.

All organic light-emitting diode screens can burn-in and it seems that OLED panels are more susceptible to this than the standard liquid crystal displays, including QLED models from Samsung and others. However, the same OLED screens produce better image quality than standard LCDs.

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Huawei MateBook D 15 Ryzen Edition goes on sale for 3,999 Yuan (~$574) in China

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Jan 2, 2020

In November, Huawei had unveiled MateBook D 14, MateBook D 15 notebooks. The Chinese manufacturer had also launched an optional MateBook D 15 Ryzen Edition with a cheaper starting price of 3,999 Yuan (~$574). Starting from today, the MateBook D 15 Ryzen Edition is available for purchase in the home market.

Huawei MateBook D 15 Ryzen Edition Price

On Vmall, the MateBook D 15 Ryzen Edition is listed in two variants. The first one has 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB of SDD and 1 TB of HDD storage. This model is priced at 3,999 Yuan (~$574). The other model has 16 GB of RAM, 256 GB of SDD and 1 TB of HDD storage. This variant costs 4,299 Yuan (~$617). Apart from White, the MateBook D 15 Ryzen Edition comes in Space Gray. However, the gray color variant is not yet available for purchase.

In comparison, the Intel i5 8 GB and 16 GB RAM variants of MateBook D 15 are priced at 5,299 Yuan (~$760) and 5,599 Yuan (~$803). The Intel i7 edition with 16 GB RAM is priced at 6,599 Yuan (~$947). All three Intel powered models have 256 GB of SSD storage, 1 TB of HDD storage and Nvidia GeForce MX250 graphics.

Editor’s Pick: Huawei reports 850 billion yuan in revenue this year; smartphone shipments reach 240 million units

Huawei MateBook D 15 Ryzen Edition Specifications

The MateBook D 15 Ryzen Edition has an aluminum chassis measures 357.8 x 229.9 x 16.9 mm and it weighs 1.62 kg. The device is fitted with a 15.6-inch IPS display that offers full HD resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels. It promises a screen-to-body ratio of 87 percent. The notebook is equipped with a full-sized keyboard along with a trackpad. An HD camera that is good enough for video calling is available on the device.

The AMD Ryzen 5 3500U processor powers the MateBook D 15 Ryzen Edition along with Radeon Vega 8 graphics. It is backed by 42Wh battery that supports 65W USB-C pocket charger. By charging the device for 30 minutes will allow it to gain 53 percent battery power.

The MateBook D 15 Ryzen Edition comes with connectivity features such as Wi-Fi 802.11ac, 2×2 MIMO and Bluetooth 5.0. The power button on the keyboard is integrated with a fingerprint sensor. The connectivity ports available on the device include a USB-A 3.0, two USB-A 2.0, a USB-C, HDMI and 3.5mm headphone / mic combo. The device is loaded with Windows 10 OS.

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Huawei reports 850 billion yuan in revenue this year; smartphone shipments reach 240 million units

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