Redmi Note 6 Pro finally gets MIUI 11 Global Stable update via OTA

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Dec 4, 2019

Expected to launch yesterday, the Motorola One Hyper is now official. It is the first Motorola phone with a pop-up selfie camera. However, its “Hyper“ name is actually gotten from its 45W “Hyper Charging” feature.

Design

The Motorola One Hyper’s adoption of the pop-up selfie camera design means there are no notches or punch holes to distract your viewing experience. The bezels are really slim, including the chin when compared to other Motorola phones.

Don’t be fooled by the glossy back, it is not glass but plastic. Motorola does say the phone has a water repellent design. While leaked renders have shown the phone in multiple colors, only the Deep Sea Blue variant is available.

Specifications

The phone has a 6.5-inch Total Vision display with a 2340 x 1080 resolution and a 90% screen-to-body ratio. Under the gradient body is a Snapdragon 675 processor and it has been paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. There is support for storage expansion via a MicroSD card slot. Owners will be able to add up to 1TB of storage.

The Motorola One Hyper is also the first Motorola phone with a 64MP primary camera. It has been paired with an 8MP ultrawide angle sensor for a dual-camera setup. The secondary camera has a 118° viewing angle and allows you to fit 4x more into your frame than a standard camera.

The pop-up camera is a 32MP sensor and it can shoot quad-pixel 8MP photos too. The camera has AI features such as smart composition, auto smile capture, AI portrait lighting, and shot optimization. There is also a night mode available for the 32MP selfie and 64MP rear camera. Motorola has also added a laser autofocus system to allow you to focus the camera instantly and Electronic Image Stabilization. The phone has a portrait mode, a manual mode, spot color, slow motion mode, cinemagraph, high-res zoom, and support for RAW output.

The Motorola One Hyper has a 4000mAh battery that supports a new fast-charging technology it calls Hyper Charging. However, you only get a 15W TurboCharger in the box. Motorola says you have to purchase the 45W charger separately. However, if you have a USB PD 3.0 charger, that should work according to Motorola. The manufacturer says the phone should provide up to 38 hours of battery life.

The phone has NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner with a notification LED ring around it. It also has an audio jack, Dolby Audio, and a USB Type-C port. There are two variants of the phone – a Single SIM version with a MicroSD card slot and a Dual-SIM version with a hybrid SIM tray. The phone uses a nano-SIM.

Motorola ships the phone with Android 10 out of the box and includes Moto Actions such as Quick Capture, Fast Flashlight, Three Finger Screenshot, and Pick Up to Silence.

Motorola One Hyper Price and Availability

The Motorola One Hyper has a price tag of $399 unlocked. If you order the item on the Motorola US online store, you get a free 32GB Moto G6 or Moto G6 Play (we honestly don’t know why anyone will choose the latter). To get the free gift, you have to add both items to your cart. However, you will not be charged for the Moto G6 as its price will be $0.

Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A go official in Indonesia

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 4, 2019

Almost two months after theRedmi 8 and Redmi 8A were released in China, Xiaomi has taken the wraps off the models in Indonesia. Since the popular Redmi 4 and 4A, the series has seen a tremendous change. The Redmi 8 and 8A just like their predecessors adopts a tall aspect ratio display with a notch design for the selfie camera. The models also saw improvements in their battery capacities and have support for 18W fast charging. The camera aspects were also upgraded. But Xiaomi still retains the affordable pricing the series is known for, with the pricing starting at IDR 1,399,000 ($99) for the Redmi 8A. The Redmi 8 3GB+32GB version adopts a price tag of 1,699,000 ($120) while the 4GB+64GB version will retail for IDR 1,799,000 ($127).

As for the specs, the Redmi 8 and 8A both come with polycarbonate bodies as well as P2i nano-coating for splash resistance. They adopt a 6.22-inch IPS LCD display that offers 19:9 aspect ratio and HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels. The displays on both phones are protected by Gorilla Glass 5.

Interestingly, the Redmi 8 and 8A are both launching with the latest MIUI 11 preinstalled inside. Both are equally powered by the Snapdragon 439 chipset and have a huge 5000mAH battery under their hood with support for 18W fast charging through USB-C.

On the camera aspect, the Redmi 8A features a single camera. The sensor is 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 which is also found on some of the older flagship phones like Xiaomi Poco F1, Google Pixel 3 and Vivo iQOO. On the other hand, the Redmi 8 has a dual-camera system on its rear. Its main sensor of 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 is coupled with a 2-megapixel depth sensor. For snapping selfies, the Redmi 8 series is fitted with an AI-driven 8-megapixel camera.

Furthermore, the Redmi 8 has a fingerprint scanner below its dual-camera system. The fingerprint sensor and the dual cameras differentiate the Redmi 8 from the 8A. The other common features available on the Redmi 8 and 8A include IR blaster, wireless FM radio, dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and 3.5mm audio jack.

The Redmi 8 is available in Dark Blue, Coral Orange and Midnight Black while the Redmi 8 comes in Fairy Green, Sapphire Blue and Carbon Ash Black color options.

Samsung Galaxy S11 may scan up to two fingerprints simultaneously

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Dec 4, 2019

Samsung‘s upcoming Galaxy S11 will be the company’s latest installment in the Galaxy flagship series of smartphones. Previously, it was expected to arrive with an in-display fingerprint scanner which should be considerably larger in surface size than its predecessor. However, these reports were unconfirmed up until Qualcomm announced its new 3D Sonic Max fingerprint sensor that can support up to two fingerprint scans at once.

Qualcomm 3D Sonic Max (Samsung Galaxy S11) — Qualcomm 3D Sonic Max

Qualcomm’s latest sensor brings about many crucial improvements to the sensor Samsung used on the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10. In other words, the Galaxy S11 fingerprint reader will be more accurate than the previous entry within the series. The new 3D Sonic Max is the successor to the 3D Sonic Sensor from last year and will allow users to scan two fingerprints together at once for added security.

The notable boost in the sensor’s capabilities is thanks to the 17 times larger recognition area. This improvement should result in faster recognition with a single fingerprint in daily use in comparison to the previous Qualcomm ultrasonic fingerprint sensor generation. It also allows for a 1 in a million accuracy rate over the 1 in 50,000 on the current sensor generation.

Neither Qualcomm nor Samsung has confirmed if the Galaxy S11 would sport the new sensor. However, the South Korean tech giant might include it in its upcoming flagship considering the major improvements being made over the last year’s sonic sensor, which caused some serious security-related issues. It is still unconfirmed but we will have to wait and see if Samsung finally decides to stick with or move away from ultrasonic sensors.

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Redmi K30 has a 4500mAh battery and supports 30W Fast Flash Charge

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Dec 4, 2019

One trend that phone manufacturers have adopted this year is to reveal details of their upcoming phones rather than leave it to leakers. Redmi is one of the brands that joined this train and it is repeating it with the upcoming Redmi K30.

Earlier today, Redmi released details about the phone’s screen size and design. Now, it has followed it up with details about the phone’s battery capacity.

According to the latest teaser, the Redmi K30 5G will have a 4500mAh battery capacity. What’s more is that users will be able to charge it from empty to full in 1 hour thanks to the phone’s support for 30W Fast Flash Charge.

Redmi released an image explaining the technology behind the 30W Fast Flash Charge. Apparently, it uses it what is called MI-FC technology which was developed by Redmi. This allows the duration of charging at a high current to be extended by up to 80%. Redmi says there is also an independent charging pump with an efficiency of 97%.

The Redmi K30 5G’s bigger battery capacity over that of its predecessor is a welcome improvement seeing as 5G is known to consume more battery life. The battery capacity also translates into a win for the Redmi K30 5G over its closest competitor – the OPPO Reno3 Pro which has a 4025mAh battery capacity.

Xiaomi Mi Note 10 and Note 10 Pro launched in Malaysia

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 4, 2019

Xiaomi last month hinted that the much-publicized Mi Note 10 series will be launched in Malaysia on December 3. The Mi Note 10 and Mi Note 10 Pro were indeed unveiled in the Asian country yesterday as scheduled.

The Mi Note 10 and Note 10 Pro are the global versions of the Mi CC9 Pro and CC9 Pro Premium Edition. The most outstanding feature on the models is no doubt the massive 108MP main camera sensor they pack. The camera setup is no gimmick as the Chinese variant floored several flagship models including the iPhone 11 and Galaxy Note 10 to top DXOMark ranking alongside the Mate 30 Pro. The device has clinched several rave reviews but as it is common with large sensors, big isn’t always better as there are times you may find the camera output unimpressive.

Apart from the powerful camera setup, the Mi Note 10 and Note 10 Pro equally comes with a sleek design and powerful specs marshalled by a Snapdragon 730G chipset. The Note 10 comes with 6GB of RAM while the Note 10 Pro is available in 8GB RAM + 256GB storage combo.

Both models pack a 6.47-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a fingerprint reader underneath and a waterdrop notch at the top housing a 32MP selfie camera. You may never run out of battery with the Mi Note 10 and Note 10 Pro as they have a big 5260mAh cell with 30W fast charge support.

As for the price, the Mi Note 10 is priced at RM 2099 ($502) while the Mi Note 10 Pro comes in at RM 2499 ($598). This is far cheaper than the retail prices in Europe where the Mi Note 10 sells for €549 ($608) while the Mi Note 10 Pro is priced at €649 ($719).

Xiaomi Mi Credit app Launched in India with 1 Lakh INR (9,854 CNY) spending limit

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Dec 4, 2019

Xiaomi, the Chinese electronics company, has officially launched its Mi Credit app on 3rd December 2019. The app is currently available on Google’s Play Store app and provides a credit lending service with a spending limit of 1,00,000 INR (or roughly 9,800 CNY).

The Mi Credit app marks the expansion of the tech giant’s financial services portfolio within the Indian subcontinent. It is an online marketplace for lenders and has support from five non-banking financial companies (NBFC) and FinTech firms that includes Aditya Birla Finance Limited, Money View, EarlySalary, Zestmoney, and CreditVidya. Additionally, Xiaomi has also partnered with Experian to provide a credit score report free of cost on the Mi Credit app.

Currently, the Mi Credit App is available in 10 states and supports up to 1500 pin codes. Xiaomi plans on the rolling out of the service to all pin codes by the end of this financial year, March 2020. For those interested, the app is available in Google Play Store, Xiaomi App Store and GetApps platforms for Android smartphones. Furthermore, the app will now arrive preloaded on the company’s MIUI OS powered smartphones.

Xiaomi’s Mi Credit app is the company’s first financial service app since the Mi Pay which debuted in March 2019. According to the company, the app-based financial platform enable the firm and its lending partners to provide users with a complete digital experience with no paper involved in the process. This also extends to the process of uploading user documents (for KYC) for linking to the bank account.

Xiaomi Mi Pay & Credit App — Xiaomi Mi Pay app

The Chinese company sees a huge opportunity in consumer lending services in India. According to Hong Feng (Senior Vice President/co-founder of Xiaomi), the financial lending services sector could grow up to 1 trillion USD by 2023 and its Mi Pay and Mi Credit App can revolutionize the Indian FinTech industry. Lastly, to add a sense of security, Xiaomi’s India Managing Director, Manu Kumar Jain, stated that all user data on Mi Credit app was stored securely in an encrypted format in India. This was achieved by Amazon’s Web Services cloud infrastructure.

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OPPO announces Reno3 Pro will be powered by Snapdragon 765G; SD865 flagship set for Q1 2020

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Dec 4, 2019

Following the announcement of the Snapdragon 765G and the Snapdragon 865 processors, OPPO’s VP and President of Global Sales, Alen Wu, announced on stage that its upcoming Reno3 Pro smartphone scheduled to launch this month will feature the Snapdragon 765G processor.

The 7nm chipset will bring “5G connectivity, Snapdragon Elite Gaming, and outstanding performance in its ultra-thin form factor” a press statement said.

The Reno3 Pro will have a punch-hole display for a single front-facing camera. OPPO has also confirmed it has a 4025mAh battery capacity and the phone is just 7.7 millimeters thick.

OPPO also announced that it will launch an unnamed flagship 5G smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform in the first quarter of the coming year. According to OPPO, it will be one of the first companies to do so.

It will be interesting to see who first launches a Snapdragon 865 phone amongst the Chinese smartphone manufacturers. Xiaomi and Meizu are both gunning to be the first but the real winner will be whose phone is available for purchase first and not who announced first.

OPPO says its flagship phone will bring better experiences in camera, gaming, and artificial intelligence with enhanced performance thanks to the Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform. It also revealed it plans to announce more 5G products in the future.

The next Samsung Galaxy Fold will have a hidden hinge mechanism

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Dec 4, 2019

During the Developers Conference in October 2019, Samsung showcased a foldable smartphone concept. It sported a clamshell bending mechanism that folds vertically like the recently announced Motorola RAZR 2019. The device in question could be the Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 or another standalone handset in the range. It is expected to arrive in the first quarter of 2020 and will feature a “hideaway hinge.”

With 2019 ending, Samsung’s first year after introducing the original Galaxy Fold has also drawn to a close. From what we know so far, Samsung is expected to release two foldable smartphones this year; one of which is expected to be the successor to the Galaxy Fold. Looking at the designs, one of the upcoming handsets will have a clamshell bending mechanism (folding vertically). This will also make it look distinct from its predecessor owing to its new hinge.

The original Galaxy Fold had a noticeable vertical line that can be observed which divides the smartphone into two halves. However, the upcoming entry is expected to feature a new kind of hinge hidden in the housing of the smartphone, making it less visible. The South Korean giant has trademarked the mechanism as “Hideaway Hinge” with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). Notably, the new design is can also be used in both smartphones and tablets since Samsung is reportedly working on folding tablets as well.

Unfortunately, information is still scarce on the matter. It is currently unknown which of the two foldable devices will feature the new hinge design, as the Galaxy Fold 2 is expected around August 2020. Additionally, Samsung is also looking to expand rollout to 60 more countries and could potentially tackle the obstacle of high pricing with the new models as well.

Meizu fires at Xiaomi, claim they will be the first to sell Snapdragon 865 smartphone

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Airyl Jaszly

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Dec 4, 2019

Earlier today we wrote about how Xiaomi would be one of, if not the first company to bring us a Snapdragon 865 powered device with the Xiaomi Mi 10. Turns out we may have been mistaken. While Xiaomi may have been the first to announce a Snapdragon 865 device, Meizu has gone to Weibo to announce that they will be the first ones to actually have a Snapdragon 865 out for sale, and that device will be their upcoming flagship Meizu 17.

Meizu were pretty scarce with details in their post, but we do know that the Meizu 17 is slated for a spring 2020 release. This is the first dual-mode 5G flagship device for the company, and it will be the most powerful flagship they’ve ever made. After a string of restructures and changes, will Meizu finally get a leg up on Xiaomi after all these years?

Xiaomi and OPPO have confirmed to launch Snapdragon 865 powered phones in the first quarter of 2020. Xiaomi confirmed that Xiaomi Mi 10 will be among the first phones to feature SD865. Motorola also confirmed that it will return to launching flagship phones next year, and now Meizu joins these ranks with a Snapdragon 865 smartphone in the works.

Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 865 is designed exclusively for 5G flagship phones, and requires manufacturer to also purchase Snapdragon X55 5G modem as a packaged deal. OEMs aren’t able to make 4G phones powered by Snapdragon 865. Also, the SD865 will support up to 200-megapixel camera and come with support for 8K 30fps video recording.

TikTok Sued for Harvesting and sending user data to China

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Dec 4, 2019

The short video making app, TikTok, is facing a lawsuit charge which claims that it harvests users’ data and sends it back to China. Reportedly, American users of the app have come forward with numerous allegations regarding its recent censorship misconduct as well. The Chinese social networking platform has denied these claims as it faces a national security probe in Washington.

Last week, a consumer class action lawsuit was filed against TikTok in California, USA. ByteDance, the Beijing-based company behind TikTok, is facing charges for harvesting user data without notice or consent and sending it back to China. Furthermore, it was also claimed in the lawsuit that the app “includes Chinese surveillance software.” This allowed it to access user data and send it to Chinese servers, including those run by Tencent and Alibaba Group Holdings.

This arrives after a user in New Jersey was locked out of her TikTok account after posting a video spreading awareness of Beijing’s mass detention of Uighurs in Xinjiang. TikTok removed the video once it went viral and later claimed it was by mistake. Currently, TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, is facing pressure from the US Government, facing an investigation by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States. CFIUS could force ByteDance to divest TikTok’s US operations if it is found that the company poses a national-security threat.

TikTok US-China Trade Disputes — US-China Trade Disputes

In the west, there is a pattern of increasing distrust over Chinese brands or those backed by Chinese companies. Huawei is one such example that faced similar allegations during the US-China trade disputes. Recently, TikTok claimed that it stores its US user data within the country and does not censor political content in line with Beijing’s instructions. Furthermore, ByteDance is reportedly considering moves to distance the TikTok brand from China.

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Qualcomm’s 3D Sonic Max fingerprint sensor can scan two fingers simultaneously

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Dec 4, 2019

At yesterday’s Snapdragon Tech Summit, Qualcomm announced a new ultrasonic fingerprint sensor with some pretty interesting features. Called the 3D Sonic Max, the sensor is 17 times bigger than its predecessor, but that is not the only upgrade. Qualcomm says the sensor can also scan two fingers at the same time.

The 3D Sonic Max brings improvements over the 3D Sonic that Samsung used in the Galaxy S10. The new sensor measures 20mm x 30mm compared to its predecessor’s 4mm x 9mm. According to Qualcomm, the larger area will allow the scanner to capture a clearer and complete fingerprint and avoid screen protector issues.

The ability to scan two fingerprints at the same time also translates to better security. Qualcomm says that the scanning speed has also been improved in its blog post. However, The Verge reports that the speed is similar to that of the previous generation according to a statement by Alex Katouzian, a Senior VP and general manager of mobile at Qualcomm. So unlocking time will not be different from that of its predecessor.

It is not yet known which manufacturers will be adopting the new scanner for its phones. Samsung may decide to go with an alternative following the security mess that plagued the first version. However, there are reports Apple is considering Qualcomm’s technology for its 2020 smartphones.

Qualcomm CEO says cooperation with Huawei is needed for 5G development

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Airyl Jaszly

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Dec 4, 2019

Qualcomm CEO Steve Mollenkopf said in a recent interview that there is indeed competition between Qualcomm and Huawei in certain areas, but when it comes to 5G development both companies will need to cooperate to achieve optimal growth. This is in response to a question regarding the state of 5G and whether Qualcomm sees it as a race.

Mollenkopf states in the interview that he doesn’t believe Huawei and Qualcomm will be butting heads when it comes to 5G development. The two tech giants going head to head would certainly be interesting to watch unfold, but it’s counter intuitive to the actual development. Both companies need to work together to set international standards for 5G.

Mollenkopf then goes on to bluntly say that it especially won’t happen as it doesn’t benefit either company. While both companies do compete in certain fields such as market share in the IP field and some fields, they need to and have been working together to push faster and better 5G development forward.

Before that, Mollenkopf also stated in the interview that China has not overtaken the United States in terms of 5G technology, but in the deployment of 5G, especially the construction of base stations, China’s development is really very fast. While both companies may be cooperating, the 5G race is still unmistakably going on, and we’re excited to see how it goes.

Oppo Executive: OEMs will no longer be simple Smartphone companies

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Dec 4, 2019

According to Chen Mingyong, the OPPO co-founder and CEO, smartphone OEMs will no longer be simple mobile phone companies. The senior executive shared this statement on Weibo earlier today which also announced his attendance in the upcoming OPPO INNO DAY 2019 to deliver a speech. The event is to take place on the 10th of December 2019 and will mark Chen Mingyong’s first public appearance in 6 years.

The CEO/Founder of Oppo has kept a low profile over recent years, being last seen in a product launch about 6 years ago. In the official poster release, Chen Mingyong is quoted saying, “the era of mutual integration, there will no more mobile phone companies in the pure sense.” This statement implies that the company is looking into further diversifying away from smartphones in the near future.

OEMs no longer being simple smartphone companies is already true in a few regards. A notable example of this is Apple which is highly touted for its robust and productive gadget ecosystem ranging from smartphones, smartwatches, laptops, computers and more. Microsoft and Huawei are also great examples and more companies can be expected to soon follow this business practice as well.

Thus, in the event, we might see the announcement of a similar philosophy from Oppo. It will be a major step from the tech giant which is one of the world’s top 10 smartphone brands. Additionally, the upcoming event will also see other important figures like Oppo’s Vice President, Oppo Chief 5G scientist, Microsoft China’s CTO, Executive Director of IHSMarkit, and various notable professors and financial writers.

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Nokia 5G phone with Snapdragon 765 to be announced in Q1 2020

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 4, 2019

Various smartphone manufacturers like Nokia Mobile, LG, Motorola, OPPO, Realme, Redmi, and Vivo confirmed at Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Tech Summit 2019 that they will be launching Snapdragon 765 5G powered phone in the year 2020. The Redmi K30 and OPPO Reno 3 Pro 5G phones that will go official later this month will be the first phones with Snapdragon 765G onboard. Nokia Mobile also confirmed some of the features of the its forthcoming SD765 SoC powered smartphone.

At the stage, Nokia Mobile Chief Product Officer Juho Sarvikas shared a teaser image of the unnamed Nokia phone featuring the SD765 chipset and not the SD765G SoC. In comparison to the Snapdragon 765, the SD765G SoC will offer better graphics experience.

The silhouette of the mysterious Nokia phone has revealed some of the key features of the phone. It reveals that the phone will be equipped with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and a round-shaped camera module. The device seems to be equipped with a copper frame.

Editor’s Pick: HMD Global to announce new phone on December 5; likely to be Nokia 8.2

The first SD765G Nokia phone will be sporting a Pure Display like the recent phones from the Finnish firm that come with support for HDR10. Sarvikas revealed that the Nokia phone features a triple camera setup on its back. It will also users with ZEISS Imaging experience He also confirmed that the phone will be able capable at recording 4K videos through the ultrawide angle lens. Without mentioning the exact size of its battery, Sarvikas confirm that the device will offer all-day battery life.

The other details of the smartphone are currently under the wraps. The smartphone is confirmed to go official in the first quarter of 2020. The company is likely to use the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2020 tech exhibition platform to announce the smartphone.

In the official Qualcomm press release, Sarvikas said, “Our highest priority for 2020 is making 5G more accessible – bringing an affordable yet premium grade, future proof 5G experience for the best possible performance in NSA and SA networks with the Snapdragon 765 Mobile Platform.” The Snapdragon 765 is integrated with the Snapdragon X52 5G modem and it promises maximum 5G download speeds of 3.7Gbps.

Xiaomi Mi 10 will be first Snapdragon 865 Chinese phone

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Dec 4, 2019

The technical details for the Snapdragon 865 processor are still under wraps and will be made public later today. However, the partial launch by Qualcomm at last night’s event had a number of manufacturers confirming the processor will power their devices next year. One such manufacturer is Xiaomi.

Co-founder and vice-chairman, Bin Lin, was at the Qualcomm Snapdragon Tech Summit and he announced that the Mi 10 will be one of the first smartphones to be powered by the new Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform.

It surely won’t be the first smartphone as that title should go to Samsung based on previous years. However, the next Mi flagship should be the first Chinese smartphone to come with the new processor. Also, we already know there will be a Mi 10 Pro and it too should have a Snapdragon 865 processor inside it.

"#Mi10 will be one of the first smartphones to be powered by Snapdragon 865!" Announced by our Co-Founder & Vice Chairman of the Board, Bin Lin at #SnapdragonSummit @Qualcomm pic.twitter.com/44LG6KCJUW

— Xiaomi #First108MPPentaCam (@Xiaomi) December 4, 2019

The Mi 10 is expected to come with 66W fast charging technology when it arrives next year. Although its design is still unknown, the Mi 10 will most likely have a punch-hole display too.

OPPO also announced that it will launch its own Snapdragon 865-powered flagship in the first quarter of the year which means the Mi 10 is up for some serious compeition.

Mr. Bin Lin also reiterated at the event that the company will launch more than 10 5G devices next year.

OPPO PCPM00 TENAA listing reveals full specs while purported Reno 3 Pro pass 3C

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 4, 2019

Two new OPPO phones have surfaced on the database of Chinese regulatory bodies. The OPPO PCPM00 has bagged TENAA certification through which its entire specifications have been leaked. On the other side, the 5G-ready OPPO PCDM00 / PCDT00 smartphone received approval from the 3C authority of China. It is being speculate that the PDCM00 / PDCT00 phone could be the forthcoming OPPO Reno 3 Pro 5G phone.

OPPO PCPM00 Specifications

The exact identity of the OPPO PCPM00 is not known. However, considering the fact that it does not carry support for fast charging, it may not belong to OPPO’s Reno series of smartphones. The handset has 160.2 x 73.3 x 7.9mm dimensions and it weighs 172 grams. The device is fitted with a 6.4-inch AMOLED display that produces full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. It is a 20:9 aspect ratio supporting display that features a waterdrop notch. The AMOLED display is integrated with a fingerprint sensor.

The smartphone is powered by 2.1GHz octa-core processor and 8 GB of RAM. It could be featuring the Helio P70 SoC. The Android 9 Pie OS runs on the device. If the device debuts after the Reno 3 series, it may come preloaded with the latest ColorOS 7 UI. The phone offers an internal storage of 128 GB and has a microSD card slot for additional storage.

The OPPO PCPM00 has a minimum rate battery of 3,935mAh capacity. Unfortunately, the TENAA listing has no mentioning of rapid charging for the device. It has a front-facing camera of 16-megapixel. On its rear is a 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad camera system. The vertical strip featuring the four cameras are placed at the top-left corner of the phone’s rear shell. There is a large-strip of LED flash alongside it.

Editor’s Pick: Snapdragon 865, Snapdragon 765 / 765 5G mobile platforms with integrated 5G announced

OPPO Reno 3 Pro 5G May Have Passed 3C Certification

The 3C appearance of the PDCM00 / PDCT00 has revealed that the company may ship the phone with a fast charger that supports up to 30W charging. Hence, the mysterious phone is expected to come with VOOC 4.0 Flash Charge technology. The PDCM00 / PDCT00 smartphone is a 5G-ready device.

The Reno 3 Pro 5G is the upcoming 5G phone from the company. Hence, there is a possibility that the PDCM00 / PDCT00 model number may belong to the Reno 3 Pro 5G phone. It has been officially confirmed at the Qualcomm’s ongoing Snapdragon Tech Summit 2019 that the Reno 3 Pro 5G phone will be featuring Snapdragon 765G mobile platform that will bring support for dual-mode 5G connectivity. Recent reports have revealed that the Reno 3 Pro 5G has a curved display with a punch-hole at its top-left corner. The phone will be featuring a 7.7mm thick chassis that will house a 4,025mAh battery.

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Leaked Huawei Nova 6 SE specs reveal it has 48MP quad rear cameras

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Dec 4, 2019

The Huawei Nova 6 SE is the third of the Nova 6 smartphones Huawei is expected to launch at tomorrow’s event. Following the leak of the specs of its siblings – the Nova 6 and Nova 6 5G, the Nova 6 SE’s own details have also been published.

According to Digital Chat Station, the Huawei Nova 6 SE will have a display that measures about 6.4-inches. It will be an LCD panel with an FHD+ resolution and a single punch-hole at the top left corner of the display. It has been reported that the hole is home to a 16MP sensor.

The Nova 6 SE will have quad rear cameras that are housed in a squircle at the top left corner. The large holes for the sensor are similar to those on the iPhone 11 series. The primary camera has been revealed to be a 48MP sensor and it will be paired with an 8MP and two 2MP cameras.

Inside the phone will be the Kirin 810 processor and it will draw power from a 4200mAh battery with support for 40W fast charging. The Nova 6 SE will also have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The source of the leak says there might be a slight error in the specs, so we advise you to take it with a pinch of salt.

Leaked renders have shown the phone will be available in gradient pink. It should run EMUI 10 based on Android 10 out of the box.

Latest Redmi K30 5G teaser confirms screen size; has frosted glass on the rear

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