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Chinese smartphone market continues to decline, but shows sign of recovery: IDC survey report

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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According to the latest statistics from International Data Corporation (IDC), the Chinese smartphone market recorded a year-on-year decline of 3.6% in the third quarter of 2019. Although the market is still in decline, it is starting to show signs of recovery. This is in part due to Huawei’s strong performance in the third quarter.

Huawei currently holds a massive 42% of the Chinese smartphone market, up from 24.6% last year, recording a mammoth 64.6% increase in shipments year-on-year. The company managed to attain this feat with stronger channel partnerships and increased brand appeal. While the Nova and Changxiang series accounted for the maximum sales volume, the high-margin P-series and Mate devices compensated the channel partners financially. According to IDC, this was Huawei’s winning strategy in China.

Coming in second place with a market share of 18.3%, Vivo continues to focus on the middle-weight contenders, priced between $150 to $400, with its Y and Z series. The 5G-ready iQOO devices were quite popular with the tech-savvy youth, helping Vivo gain traction in the market. The company’s year-on-year shipments were still down by 19% to 18.1 million units.

IDC Q3 2019 China Smartphone Market Report

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Sister-concern OPPO was still struggling to establish the Reno brand in Q3, making the A-series the vendor’s primary sales driver in the low-price range. Although OPPO remained primarily focused on selling 4G devices, the company implemented inventory control keeping in mind the highly-anticipated 5G boom of 2020. OPPO’s year-on-year shipments were down by 22% to 16.4 million units while the market share reduced to 16.6% from 20.5% in 2018.

Xiaomi’s shipments dropped by 30.5% to 9.7 million units while its market share dropped to 9.8%. The company currently struggles with internal organizational changes, brand differentiation between Redmi and Mi, and offline channel management.

Apple painted a positive picture by recording a 5.6% year-on-year growth in Q3 2019. Competitive pricing and improvements to the battery life and camera hardware on the iPhone 11 series seem to have worked in the Cupertino-based tech giant’s favor. Apple’s new entry-level iPhone also shipped a quarter ahead of schedule, supporting the year-on-year growth. As a result, the company’s market share increased to 8.2% from a measly 7.5% back in 2018.

According to the IDC, the upcoming upgrade to the 5G-spectrum will further boost the Chinese smartphone market in the upcoming quarters. As most smartphone manufacturers are gearing up to launch their full weight behind mid-range smartphones running on the 5G spectrum.

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Motorola Razr flip phone with foldable display and Snapdragon 710 debuts for $1,499

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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After months of leaks, Motorola has finally unveiled the Motorola Razr flip phone. The renewed edition of the original Razr phone from the yesteryear now comes with a foldable display. Unlike the Samsung Galaxy Fold and Huawei Mate X foldable phones, the Razr is a smaller device that is packed with mid-range specs and it is priced at $1,499.

Motorola Razr Specifications and Features

The Motorola Razr features a main Flex View p-OLED display of 6.2 inches. It carries support for 2142 x 876 pixels and a tall aspect ratio of 21:9. It can be accessed by unfolding the device. When unfolded, the Razr flip phone measures 171.5 x 71.95 x 7.06mm. Like the older device, there is a big chin on the new Razr. There is a capacitive fingerprint sensor on the chin.

Motorola Razr
Motorola Razr

While the Galaxy Fold and Mate X can be unfolded horizontally to use them like a tablet, the Razr can be unfolded vertically to use it as a regular phone. There are two stainless steel hinges placed underneath the flexible display that enables users to seamlessly fold and unfold the Razr flip phone. The device comes with nano-coating for splash resistance and it weighs 205 grams.

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When the device is closed, users can make use of the Quick View secondary display of 2.69 inches that offers a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels. When folded, it becomes a pocketable device as it measures 94.5 x 71.95 x 14.06mm. The second screen can be used for viewing notifications and basic tasks like responding to messages. The Quick View is integrated with Google Assistant which enables quick responses. Content can seamlessly transition between the Quick View and Flex View screens.

The Snapdragon 710 is the driving force of the Motorola Razr. The SoC is assisted with 6 GB of RAM. It has a native storage of 128 GB. The device includes a 2,510mAh battery that carries support for 15W TurboPower charging through USB-C. The phone runs on near stock version of Android 9 Pie OS.

There is a notch on the foldable display of the Motorola Razr. It comprises of a speaker and a 5-megapixel camera with f/2.0a aperture and screen flash feature. Below the Quick View display is its rear-mounted 16-megapixel f/1.7 aperture camera with features like dual-LED flash, laser autofocus, Dual Pixel autofocus, Night Vision mode and EIS.

There are four microphones on the 2019 Motorola Razr flip phone and a bottom-positioned speaker. The Razr does not feature a 3.5mm audio jack and it also lacks support for microSD card slot. Lastly, the device is equipped with connectivity features like e-SIM, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS and USB-C.

Motorola Razr Price and Availability

Priced at $1,499, the Motorola Razr will be up for pre-orders through Verizon Wireless from Dec. 26. It comes in a single color called Noir Black. The shipments of the phone will begin in the US on Jan. 9. The retail package of the device will include Razr earbuds and Denon Audio tuned USB-C headsets. Specially designed cases for the foldable phone will be available through Otterbox, Kate Spade and other brands.

The Motorola Razr comes with a standard warranty of one year which also covers screen replacements. Outside the warranty, users will have to spend $299 to get the screen replaced. At the unveil event, the Lenovo-owned company did not share any details on the international availability of the Razr. India is one of the markets that will be receiving as Motorola India has already started teasing on its arrival.

What’s your opinion on the Motorola Razr flip phone? Does it impress you? Will you consider buying it? Share us your thoughts by posting your comments below.

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Redmi Note 8’s new purple variant for China to go on sale on November 18

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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The Redmi Note 8 smartphone was introduced in China alongside its advanced version called Redmi Note 8 Pro. The Note 8 has been available in China in color editions such as Black, Blue and White. Yesterday, Redmi had hinted that it will be adding a new color variant for Redmi Note 8 in the home market. Today, the Chinese manufacturer has introduced the ‘Star Cloud Purple’ edition for the smartphone.

Redmi Note 8 Cosmic Purple China

Last month, Xiaomi had launched the Redmi Note 8 series in India. The Note 8 was made official in four colors like space, Neptune Blue, Moonlight White and Cosmic Purple. The same purple edition has now debuted in China. Redmi will begin with the sales of purple Redmi Note 8 at 10 AM (local time) on Nov. 18. Only the 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage variants will be available in the newly introduced color. These RAM variants are respectively priced at 999 Yuan (~$142) and 1,099 Yuan (~$156).

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Redmi Note 8 Specifications

The Redmi Note 8 has a 6.3-inch display with waterdrop notch. The IPS LCD screen supports full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The front and rear sides of the Redmi Note 8 are reinforced with Gorilla Glass 5.

The Note 8 is driven by Snapdragon 665 mobile platform. Its highest variant comes with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. It has a microSD card slot for more storage. A 4,000mAh battery present inside the device that it is equipped with support for 18W fast charging through USB-C.

Redmi Note 8 Cosmic Purple for India
Redmi Note 8 Cosmic Purple for India

Placed on the frontside of the Redmi Note 8 is a 13-megapixel selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture. The rear side of the Note 8 features a quad camera system with a 48-megapixel primary lens with f/1.79 aperture, a 120-degree 8-megapixel superwide lens, a 2-megapixel super macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The phone features a rear-mounted fingerprint reader and carries support for face unlock. The MIUI 10 based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the smartphone.

In related news, Xiaomi has recently introduced Redmi Note 8T phone in European markets. It is essentially the same Note 8 phone, but it comes with support for NFC connectivity.

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Honor 20S gets a silent launch in Russia, goes on sale Nov. 15

By
Habeeb Onawole
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The Honor 20S has launched in Russia and it greatly differs from the one sold in China. First, there is no LCD display with a punch-hole rather you get one with a waterdrop notch. The fingerprint scanner which is mounted on the side on the China model is placed on the back on the European version. However, the biggest difference is in the processor which is not the new and more powerful Kirin 810 but the Kirin 710.

Honor 20S Europe

The Honor 20S (MAR-LX1H) has a 6.15-inch FHD+ screen with a certified eye comfort mode by TÜV Rheinland. The Kirin 710 processor is paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. A MicroSD card slot will let you add up to an additional 512GB of storage space.

Just like the Chinese model, there are three rear cameras on the back of the phone. The primary sensor is a 48MP f/1.8 camera and it is paired with an 8MP f/2.4 ultrawide wide-angle and a 2MP f/2.4 Macro camera. The cameras are housed together, and right underneath the sensors is an LED flash.

The Honor 20S comes with a 24MP f/2.0 selfie camera which has its own Night Mode for brighter selfies in low-light. The phone boasts several camera features including up to 22 different scene recognition categories and an AI beauty mode.

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The phone packs a 3340mAh battery with support for Honor SuperCharge 18W fast charge. There is a USB 2.0 Type-C port at the bottom and it is flanked by the audio jack on the left and the speaker grille on the right.

Honor ships the phone with Magic UI 2.1.0 based on Android 9 Pie. It comes with features such as GPU Turbo 3.0 and the ability to set a video as your ringtone. Owners will be able to choose a specific video of their choice for each of their contacts. The Honor 20S also has dual SIM support (nano-only), Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, FM radio, and support for LTE Band 20.

Honor 20S will ship with a free pair of the Honor Sport PRO Headphones

The phone is available in Midnight Black, Ice White, and Blue-Violet. It has a price tag of 21,990 Rubles (~$342) and will go on sale on November 15 save for the Ice White variant which will be available on November 22. All orders will ship with a free pair of Honor Sports Pro AM66 Wireless Bluetooth Headphones which costs 4,990 Rubles (~$77).

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Huawei Nova 5T vs Oppo Reno2 vs Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro: Specs Comparison

By
Michele Ingelido
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Despite the U.S. ban, Huawei keeps releasing smartphones in the global market. The latest released is the Nova 5T, a high-end device that recently hitten Europe with a very interesting price tag. But it has a lot of rivals there. Among the most interesting ones, there are Oppo Reno2 and Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro: the first is a camera phone, while the second comes with flagship-class hardware. In this specs comparison, we will explain all the main differences between these devices and try to tell you which one is the best for your needs.

Huawei Nova 5T vs Oppo Reno2 vs Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro

Huawei Nova 5T Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro Oppo Reno 2
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 154.3 x 74 x 7.8 mm, 174 g 156.7 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm, 191 grams 160 x 74.3 x 9.5 mm, 189 g
DISPLAY  6.26 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), IPS LCD 6.39 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED
PROCESSOR Huawei Hisilicon Kirin 980, octa-core 2.6 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, octa-core 2.84 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE  Android 9 Pie, EMUI Android 9 Pie, MIUI Android 9 Pie, Color OS
CONNECTIVITY  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA  Quad 48 + 16 + 2 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.2, f/2.4 and f/2.4 Triple 48 + 8 + 13 MP, f/1.8, f/2.4 and f/2.4
20 MP f/2.0 front camera		 Quad 48 + 13 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.7, f/2.4 and f/2.2
16 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY  3750 mAh, fast charging 22.5W 4000 mAh, fast charging 27W 4000 mAh, fast charging 20W with VOOC Flash Charge 3.0
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Dual SIM slot Dual SIM slot Hybrid Dual SIM slot

Design

In each case, you get an innovative and original design. The Huawei Nova 5T comes with a punch-hole design, so it does not feature any notch but it has a hole in-display for the front camera. Thanks to this solution and its small display diagonal, the handset is even the most compact one of this trio. And it has a very attractive reflective glass back available in gradient colors. Oppo Reno2 has the mos original design thanks to the shark fin pop-up camera and its amazing design scheme on the back. I like the Oppo Reno2 and the Huawei Nova 5T more than the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, but we are just talking about personal tastes. Choose depending on what you like more.

 

Display

If you want the best display, exclude the Huawei Nova 5T. It has a midrange-class IPS display and, if you were searching for a wide panel for multimedia and productivity, also note that it is a very compact display with its 6.26 diagonal. You would better go for the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro which comes with a more advanced AMOLED panel. Indeed, it is the only to support the HDR standard for richer image quality in multimedia. Oppo Reno2 sits in the middle, it does not support HDR but still has an awesome AMOLED display. Oppo Reno2 and Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro also feature an in-display fingerprint reader.

 

Hardware/Software

In terms of hardware, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is way superior to Huawei Nova 5T and Oppo Reno2. That is because of the Snapdragon 855 chipset offering better CPU and GPU performance. The second place goes to Huawei Nova 5T which features an inferior Kirin 980, but still a flagship-class chipset. Oppo Reno2 is the only with expandable storage, but it is fueled by a midrange Snapdragon 730G SoC. All the phones have Android 9 Pie out of the box: despite the U.S. ban, Huawei managed to install Google apps on the phone, so you should not worry about them.

 

Camera

The real camera phone here is the Oppo Reno2. It is the only with OIS, and it has a brighter f/1.7 focal aperture. It is able to record better videos and shoot better photos in the dark. While Oppo Reno2 has the best rear camera department, Huawei Nova 5T is the most interesting when it comes to selfies, thanks to its 32 MP front camera. But the Oppo Reno2 still comes with an excellent front camera for the price range, and it even features a front-facing LED flash, unlike the Huawei Nova 5T. So if you really want the best camera phone, go for the Oppo Reno2 without thinking twice.

 

Battery

Oppo Reno2 and Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro have a bigger 4000 mAh battery than Huawei Nova 5T, and the difference is evident. They have a longer battery life, with the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro boasting a faster charging technology. Which one lasts more between Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro and Oppo Reno2? It mostly depends on the scenario, but they have very similar battery life.

 

Price

Huawei Nova 5T hitten Europe with a €430/$473 price tag, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro actually costs less than €400/$440 in the 6/64 GB configuration, and Oppo Reno2 starts from €499/$548 in the 8/128 GB configuration. There is not a clear winner of this comparison: if you prefer to have better performance and a rich software, go for the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro. But if you need a better camera phone and a more interesting design, choose the Oppo Reno2.

 

 

 

Huawei Nova 5T vs Oppo Reno2 vs Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro

PROS

  • Better performance
  • Very affordable
  • Faster charging
  • Nice display

CONS

  • Not amazing cameras

 

Huawei Nova 5T

PROS

  • Interesting design
  • Compact dimensions
  • Nice front camera
  • Dedicated macro camera

CONS

  • Lower-end display

 

Oppo Reno 2

PROS

  • Best cameras
  • Great design
  • Front-facing LED flash
  • Long battery life

CONS

  • Higher price

 

Nokia TV certified by India’s BIS as launch inches closer

By
Jed John Ikoba
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Earlier this month, we brought you a report that Nokia was collaborating with Flipkart to launch a Nokia-branded smart TV in India. The TV has now reportedly been certified by the Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS). The screenshot of the certification page shared by tipster Sandhust Amborhe didn’t reveal any significant detail other than that the device will be manufactured in India and will bear the Nokia brand name.Nokia TV BIS certification

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Apart from announcing its partnership with Flipkart to manufacture smart TVs, Nokia is yet to reveal any details of the TV. However, sources familiar with the matter hints that the Nokia-branded TV will come with a 4K ultra-HD panel and will run on Android 9.0 OS. The TV is also expected to come with an Intelligent Dimming technology and JBL sound system.Nokia Logo

Nokia will be following the path of the likes of Samsung, LG Electronics, Xiaomi, Motorola, Huawei, Honor, and OnePlus which have all launched smart TVs. Samsung used to hold sway as the biggest TV brand but in recent times, Xiaomi has repeatedly dominated the market with its range of Mi TV models. Nokia is obviously trying to ride on the back of its popularity in the domestic market to sell its smart TV brand. Since the Nokia-branded smart TVs seem to be manufactured in an ODM arrangement, Nokia has nothing to lose but lots to gain if the product goes viral when it is launched.

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ColorOS 7 internally known as Killer Whale, launches on November 20th

By
Airyl Jaszly
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OPPO will hold a press conference at the Minsheng Modern Art Museum in Beijing on November 20th to release the latest version of ColorOS, that being ColorOS 7. The company’s Weibo account has announced that ColorOS 7 is internally called Killer Whale, which follows the philosophy of how they designed the UI.

ColorOS Design Director Chen Xi also shared some short stories about the development process. He said that when ColorOS 7 was going through the early planning period and they had to choose an internal codename, they decided to go with Killer Whale. Unlike the average whale which is slow and passive, killer whales (which are actually dolphins) are fast, and move swiftly.

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According to Chen Xi, the killer whale has four main characteristics, those being lightness, elegance, power and wisdom. These overlap with what the design team wants to achieve with the latest version of ColorOS. To this end, they’ve been working hard to push towards that goal, and have put in plenty of work to provide a user experience that matches with these characteristics in mind.

At the moment, there isn’t much else known about ColorOS 7. We aren’t sure about the features, the design language, the themes or the upgrades made behind the scenes. It is the next big iteration of the UI however, so we should expect some big changes. Thankfully, the team seems to be pretty passionate, so we’re looking forward to what comes out of it.

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16” MacBook Pro launches with 9th-Gen Intel processor; starts at $2399

By
Habeeb Onawole
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Apple has taken the wraps off the new MacBook Pro and this model has a 16” display.

16'' MacBook Pro featured

The new 16” MacBook Pro is powered by Intel’s 9th Gen processor and AMD Radeon graphics card. The 16-inch Retina Display is the largest in any MacBook and has 500 nits of brightness and a P3 wide color gamut. Below are the full specs of the new computer:

  • 16-inch LED-backlit IPS display with a 3072 x 1920 resolution
  • 2.3GHz Hexa-core Intel Core i7 processor/2.6GHz octa-core Intel Core i9 processor
  • 512GB/1TB/2TB/4TB/8TN SSD storage
  • 16GB/32GB/64GB of DDR4 RAM
  • AMD Radeon Pro 5300M/AMD Radeon Pro 5500M
  • Intel UHD Graphics 630
  • T2 security chip
  • 4x Thunderbolt 3 ports (USB-C)
  • Full-size Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch Bar and Touch ID
  • Force Touch trackpad
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • Six-speaker system with force-canceling woofers and support for Dolby Atmos
  • 100Whr lithium-polymer battery
  • 96W USB-C power adapter

The 16-inch MacBook Pro is available in Silver and Space Gray. It starts at $2399 for the Core i7 model and $2799 for the Core i9 model. The price goes up to $6099 for the model with the highest configuration.

The MacBook Pro is already available for purchase on Apple.com.

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ZUI 11.5 beta brings Lenovo One Windows+Android integration to the Z6 Pro

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Habeeb Onawole
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Earlier this month, Lenovo announced Lenovo One, a feature that connects Lenovo phones to Lenovo computers running Windows seamlessly. With Lenovo One, once you pair your phone to your Lenovo PC via Bluetooth, you are able to operate the phone using your computer.

If you own the Lenovo Z6 Pro and a Lenovo computer, you can give the feature a try by installing the latest beta update for the phone. The beta update was released today and it also brings Android 10 to the device.

Lenovo One for Lenovo Z6 Pro

The update arrives as ZUI 11.5.120 and brings a new user interface, a number of optimizations, bug fixes, and new features to the flagship phone. Lenovo also includes a list of possible issues you may run into if you decide to install the beta version. We will advise the average user to wait for a stable update which should arrive later.

At the moment, we do not know if Lenovo One will be available to all Lenovo phones or only those that will get the update to Android 10.

The Z6 Pro launched in April 2019. It has a 6.39-inch FHD+ display with a notch at the top for a 32MP camera. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 855 processor and comes with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. There is a 48MP camera on the back of the phone and it is paired with a 16MP ultrawide angle camera, an 8MP telephoto camera, a 2MP dedicated camera with OIS for nighttime videos, and a 3D ToF camera. The phone packs an in-display fingerprint scanner and a 4000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging.

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Grab Stable Gcam Mod for Redmi Note 8 Pro

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Simranpal Singh
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Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 8 Pro launched a few months ago with the MediaTek Helio G90T chipset and a 6.53-inch display with 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution. It runs on MIUI 10 based Android 9.0 Pie. It features a quad-camera module with compelling software which makes it more useful. Still, several users are looking for Gcam MOD for Redmi Note 8 Pro. The developers took a few months to craft the full working Gcam version for the Redmi Note 8 Pro.

The enhanced picture processing and HDR features on the Gcam make it popular among the users. The ability to optimise the images with uncomparable algorithms is another positive trait of the Google Camera Mods developed by the third-party developers. The Gcam Mod is ported from the Pixel devices that carry Google’s software development prowess to improve the data handling from multiple camera sensors on the device. There’s a massive support for Xiaomi devices in the Gcam development arena.

gcam mod redmi note 8 pro

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The latest development is also special because the Gcam stability is attained on a non-Snapdragon device. Unlike the predecessors of Redmi Note 8 Pro, the smartphone ships with MediaTek chipset. The Google Camera module is finally working on a MediaTek chipset with all the advanced features present on the app.

Due to massive sales and positive development support from Xiaomi, the Gcam modders have developed a working Gcam for the device in such a shorter period. All the features including the enhanced HDR, Night Sight and others are correctly working fine on the Redmi Note 8 Pro.

Advantages of Gcam Mod

  • HDR+ and HDR+ Enhanced with positive-shutter-lag support
  • Dual Exposure COntrols
  • Motion Photos
  • Video Stabilization
  • Super Res Zoom
  • Night Sight
  • Smart burst
  • Slow-Mo, Panorama, Portrait, Photo Sphere
  • Advanced Settings

There is a lot of customisation in the Gcam Mods to control the exposure, shutter, gestures, RAW+ JPEG Control, HDR+ Control, Custom Libs, etc.

Install Gcam Mod on Redmi Note 8 Pro

  1. Download and Install the Gcam Apk from here.
  2. Now also download the config file to optimise the Gcam Mod for Redmi Note 8 Pro.
  3. Open the Gcam App and head over to the “More” tab by swiping to the left side of the display.
  4. Now, tap on the “Settings” icon and press “Save Settings” after typing any name.
  5. Open device’s File manager app copies the downloaded config file to the Gcam>Configs folder.
  6. Now, again open the Gcam application and double-tap the black portion between the shutter and the preview option.
  7. A pop-up will open to choose config. You need to select the downloaded config and press “Restore” option.

You can finally enjoy the Gcam Mod on the Redmi Note 8 Pro. Some features are not working, but we expect fixes in the upcoming builds.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Specifications

A MediaTek Helio G90T octa-core processor powers Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro and coupled with 6GB RAM. There’s a huge 6.53-inch IPS LCD with the resolution of 1080×240 pixels and 395-pixel density. The broader aspect ration offers an immersive viewing experience.

In optics, there’s a quad-camera module featuring a 64-megapixel primary lens, an 8-megapixel lens, and 2x 2-megapixel sensor along with the dual-LED flash. On the front, there’s a 20-megapixel for selfies and to facilitate face unlock and other features. There’s a massive 4500 mAh battery with support for fast charging. Redmi Note 8 Pro also features a fingerprint sensors, Gorilla Glass 5 and VoLTE support.

It has recently received Stable MIUI 11 update in China without Android 10.

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Xiaomi’s crowdfunded Smart Garbage Bin opens automatically and seals waste bags

By
Jed John Ikoba
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Xiaomi has launched a new Smart garbage bin under the Youpin crowdfunding platform. The garbage bin comes with a price tag of 199 yuan ($28) but after the crowdfunding exercise, it will retail for 299 yuan ($42).XIaomi Smart Trash can

The smart trash can comes with the automatic lid opening feature that we have seen in a couple of smart trash bins lately. Also, it automatically seals the bag when it is filled. The bin comes in the traditional white body which Xiaomi products are known. It has a dimension of 330mmx188mmx370mm and capacity is up to 12L. The narrow design ensures that it can fit into tight spaces like the gap between the toilet seat and the wall. The edge of the top cover of the smart net trash can is equipped with an infrared sensor. The effective sensing range is about 30 degrees upward from the motion detector. It also has a range of about 35cm. When the hand is stretched within the sensing area, the lid of the trash can will open automatically.

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If the trash can needs to be kept open for a long time, there is a button to open it and after use, it can be closed with the click of the button again. There is also a button at the top edge of the barrel to automatically package the bag. After the garbage bag is taken out, the smart bin stimulates an automatic negative suction pressure inside the barrel which sucks a new back into the inner wall of the trash can.XIaomi Smart Trash can

Further, the smart garbage bin is equipped with a built-in 2000mAh lithium battery which can last for 150 days on standby. The lid can be opened up to 20,000 times after a full charge. It charges completely in just 3-4 hours.

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castAway Case adds an extra screen to your device

By
Habeeb Onawole
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The LG G8X ThinQ Dual Screen and LG V50 ThinQ Dual Screen ship with a case that has a similar display as the phone itself. When attached, you have a dual-screen phone which offers a whole lot of functions. Now, there is a product called the castAway Case being crowdfunded on Indiegogo which brings a similar function to several more phones.

castAway

The castAway Case does provide your phone with an extra screen but it differs from LG’s take in one major way, and that is its ability to function as a standalone device. castAway runs Chrome OS and is powered by the OP1 processor which powers Chrome OS tablets such as the Acer Chromebook Tab 10. There is 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. It also has a 5MP rear camera and a 2MP selfie camera. The built-in 35 Whr battery can also supply power to your phone.

The company behind the castAway case includes top executives from Deel, Microsoft, and Intel. To use the CastAway case, you attach your phone to the device and connect over an encrypted WiFi channel. Then launch an app on both devices called MultiTask+. This app is what allows you to use multiple apps at the same time and copy and paste content between both screens. You can also use one screen as a virtual keyboard and trackpad.

castAway case

The case comes in two versions – the castAway One with a 5.8-inch screen and the castAway One Plus with a 6.3-inch screen. The castAway case works with the following iPhones – 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, X, XS, XS Max, XR, 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max. It also works with the following Android phones which are actually only Samsung Galaxy phones – S7, S8, S8+, S9, S9+, S10, S10+, Note 7, Note 8, Note 9, and Note 10. The Indiegogo page says you can send an email if your device is not on the list.

The castAway case will begin shipping in May 2020 if it meets its crowdfunding goal of $50,000. As at the time of writing, it has crossed $30,000. Early backers can pay as low as $129 for the castAway One or $139 for the castAway OnePlus. The original price for the small case is $249 while the bigger one is $269.

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Buy AMAZFIT GTR 47mm and the Stratos 3 Smart Watches at Lowered Prices from Gearbest

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Vinay Patel
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Huami has released quite a few smart wearables under its popular AMAZFIT brand, garnering noteworthy popularity among fitness and sports lovers who like to monitor their activities.

Amazfit GTR

From time to time, the coveted brand teams up with popular Chinese online e-tailer Gearbest to offer its well-received smartwatches at lowered prices. Sticking to this tradition, AMAZFIT and Gearbest have teamed up yet again to offer the AMAZFIT GTR 47mm and the Stratos 3 smartwatches for considerably lowered prices. Let’s dive straight into the details.

AMAZFIT GTR 47mm Smart Watch

Adopting the classic look of the traditional watch, the AMAZFIT GTR 47mm smartwatch is a great choice for business, as well as sports use. It sports an easy-to-read 1.39 inch AMOLED display with 454 x 454 pixels resolution. The watch features Corning Gorilla glass and anti-fingerprint coating to endure accidental scratches.

With a 5ATM waterproof rating, the AMAZFIT GTR 47mm smartwatch can be used normally up to 50 meters of water pressure. One of its major features includes the 410mAh battery that lasts for 24 days without requiring charging. Furthermore, the watch is powered by a Sony GPS chip that consumes 1/3 power as compared to other GPS chips.

AMAZFIT GTR 47mm Smart Watch International Version
Amazfit GTR is its most recent smartwatch

You’d normally expect a feature-laden smartwatch like the AMAZFIT GTR 47mm can now be yours or a lowered price of only $144.59 if you purchase it through Gearbest. This is a 20 percent discount on the device’s original asking price of $181.86.

If your cart value exceeds $100, you get $14 off as well. If this is your first order with Gearbest, you can avail of the EXTRA PayPal Discount, which enables you to save $3 on orders valued at $50. It is worth noting this offer is limited to the first 2500 orders daily.

You end up shelling out just $130.59/$127.59 (with extra PayPal discount). You can follow this link to take advantage of the promo and place your order.

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AMAZFIT Stratos 3 Smart Sports Watch

The Stratos 3 is rated 5ATM water-resistant, which means not only can you wear it while swimming but also record the data when swimming. The watch supports two modes including open water and swimming pool.

Furthermore, the watch features a 2.5D capacitive touchscreen display with an HD resolution of 320 x 320 pixels, having Corning Gorilla glass material on top for added protection. The watch adopts the reflective display technology which ensures the dial is always bright.

The AMAZFIT Stratos 3 has a highly appealing polished stainless steel bezel, which reflects elegance. It is backed by a 300mAh battery which offers standby time up to 7 days in the smart mode, saving you from the hustle of frequent charging.

AMAZFIT Stratos 3 Smart Sports Watch

The Stratos 3 understandably carries a steep $277.43 price tag, but those buying it through Gearbest can get their hands on it for a considerably reduced price of just $199.99. In addition to this 28 percent discount, new customers can get EXTRA PayPal Discount, which allows them to get $3 off on orders valued at $50.

To grab this offer, you’d need to be among the first 2500 buyers placing their orders. With the aforesaid PayPal discount, the original asking price of the AMAZFIT Stratos 3 reduces to only $196.99.

With over 400 pieces sold at the time of writing, this promo is slated to end in just four days. You can visit this link to grab the discount before the promo comes to an end.

Amazfit Stratos 3 Smart Sports Watch

Honor V30 camera sample shows the prowess of the camera setup

By
Jed John Ikoba
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Honor is expected to officially unveil the Honor V30 series on November 26 during an event holding in Beijing, China. Ahead of the event, more details continue to emerge about the sleek device which has been shown to get a variant with 5G connectivity. The latest leak is the camera sample shot using the V30. The sample was teased by Honor on its official Weibo page.Honor V30

The sample is a reflection of the new camera technology that Honor has been developing and which would debut on the Honor V30 series. The shot looks extremely clear and beautiful without any noise.

EDITOR’S PICK: Honor V30 officially confirmed to debut on November 26

The Honor V30 is said to feature a quad-camera system on its rear. It may include a 60-megapixel primary lens, a 16-megapixel superwide lens, a 2-megapixel macro lens and a 3D ToF sensor. Apart from packing a high pixel sensor, Huawei’s Honor brand also tweaked the camera algorithm and would share the new tech at play during the launch.

The Honor V30 is also expected to have an OLED display-packing variant with dual selfie snappers, possibly the V30 Pro. There is also a standard model that will be equipped with an LCD display and single punch-hole for its selfie camera. The V30 is said to be powered by the Kirin 990 SoC whereas the Honor V30 Pro could be driven by the Kirin 990 5G chipset. The 5G version will come with support for NSA and SA 5G connectivity in China.

The models are equally rumored to have a 4000mAh battery for the standard V30 whereas the Pro model could be equipped with a larger 4,200mAh battery. The V30 Pro earlier appeared on China’s 3C website, revealing that it may arrive with support for 40W fast charging. The Pro model may also support wireless charging.

UP NEXT: Again, Huawei Mate X release rumoured to have been postponed

 

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Ulefone Armor 7: Video showcases its waterproof capabilities

By
Dimitris Economou
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Ulefone is very proud of its latest rugged flagship, Armor 7, and their confidence is that it’s the best rugged phone out there. So, in order to demonstrate its rugged features, the company is making a series of videos putting the device through various tests. The previous test was about its drop resistance and this time the Armor 7 goes through tests that prove its waterproofing.

As you can see, the phone survived all the tests it was put through, including water washing, rain splashing, dipping in the sea, scouring by water on the beach, etc. In addition, you can see the diver shooting video underwater.

Ulefone Armor 7

The Ulefone Armor 7 is equipped with the Helio P90 AI SoC paired with 8GB of RAM plus 128GB of internal storage. The phone is equipped with a 48MP/16MP/8MP triple rear camera and a 16MP selfie shooter. Also, it comes with a 6.3″ FHD+ waterdrop screen while the rest of the main specs include a big 5500mAh big battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, fingerprint and face unlock, global network bands, NFC with Google Pay, and Android 9 Pie.

The phone is available on Banggood at just $369.99. To see the rest of the Ulefone product lineup, visit their official website.

Xiaomi Mi CC9 gets Android 10 with latest beta update

By
Habeeb Onawole
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The Xiaomi Mi CC9 Pro runs Android 9 Pie out of the box even though it has been a few months since Android 10 was released. While we have no doubt that it will get updated, there is a possibility the standard Mi CC9 will be getting the update first.

A beta update has begun rolling out to the Mi CC9 in China and it brings Android 10 along. The MIUI 11 beta update which has version number 9.11.12 is 2.3 GB in size.

Xiaomi Mi CC9 Android 10

The changelog doesn’t say much but mentions that there may be app compatibility issues with the new update.

Android 10 brings features such as Smart Reply, privacy controls, new customizations for notifications, and new emojis. The Android 10 update will not bring any UI changes to the phone since it is buried under MIUI 11.

The Mi CC9 launched in July 2019. It has a 6.39-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a waterdrop notch. There is a Snapdragon 710 processor under the hood paired with 6GB or 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of expandable storage. The back of the phone which is covered in Gorilla Glass 5 is home to a 48MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera setup. There is a 32MP camera up in front and you also get a fingerprint scanner buried under the display. Xiaomi ships the phone with a 4030mAh battery and adds 18W fast charge.

UP NEXT: Xiaomi internally testing 120Hz OLED displays, will be ready by 2020

 

IKKO-ITM05 Music Patch is a portable Amplifier/DAC to upgrade your phone’s sound output

By
Dimitris Economou
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When buying a smartphone nowadays, most people expect it to do everything perfectly. Well, we are not there yet as smartphones are capable of dozens of things but not at top level. One of the biggest complaints of users is the fact that most smartphones have limited performance DAC chips and audiophiles have to resort to other, more expensive, solutions to get the sound they want.

IKKO-ITM05

This is the problem that IKKO, a Chinese manufacturer, is trying to solve with its new product, IKKO-ITM05 Music Patch. What the music patch does is connect to your phone’s or computer’s USB or lightning port and convert the digital signal to analog. Also, it has 2 audio out ports, one 3.5mm and one 2.5mm so that you can connect your headphones or other equipment. According to the company, the Music Patch sports two CS43198 DAC chips and has a distortion rating of only 0.0008%.

IKKO-ITM05

This isn’t an easy market to compete in as portable DACs and amps market has been growing in recent years, but the ITM05 looks to be the smallest one yet. It weighs only 30 grams (comparable to a AAA battery), and features both USB-C and Lightning support.

IKKO-ITM05

The IKKO-ITM05 will go live on Indiegogo next month and it is expected to draw much attention from audiophiles as the way it attaches to the back of the phone makes it easy to carry around. You can check out the early information posted on Indiegogo as well as on their official website.

Again, Huawei Mate X release rumoured to have been postponed

By
Jed John Ikoba
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The Royole Flexpai was the first foldable phone that was announced but discussions around the emerging innovative design style have often revolved around the Samsung Galaxy Fold and Huawei’s unreleased Mate X. The flagship Mate X 5G foldable phone was officially launched in China last month and the release was slated for November 15 in limited quantity.

Huawei Mate X 5G
Huawei Mate X 5G
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News emanating from China indicate that Huawei is again planning to postpone the limited sale of the foldable phone.No reason was given for this, neither has the company officially issued a statement to that effect. But then, the release may indeed be postponed as it won’t be the first time te company would do that. The company may be treading cautiously so as not to let the same fate that befell the original Galaxy Fold befall the Mate X.

The Mate X 5G foldable phone was first released at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) earlier this year but has not been released till now. Huawei did hint that problems with the yield were responsible for the delay in the release of the device.Huawei Mate X

For now, we’ll take this rumour with a pinch of salt since there is no official statement to that effect. We’ll have to wait for the official release on November 15.

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Pictures – Xiaomi Mi Watch hands-on: Cheaper edition of Apple Watch?

By
Paco Zheng
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Full specifications:

Mi Watch Standard (aluminum frame, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display)
Mi Watch Premium (stainless steel frame, Sapphire crystal glass display)

NETWORK Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
LAUNCH Announced 2019, November
State Available in China
BODY Dimensions 44.69 x 36.92 x 12.28 mm (1.76 x 1.45 x 0.48 in)
Weight 56 g (1.55 oz)
SIM eSIM
DISPLAY Type Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 1.78 inches (~60.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 368 x 448 pixels (~326 ppi density)
Protection Standard: Corning Gorilla Glass 3 or Premium: Sapphire crystal glass
PLATFORM OS MIUI For Watch (based on Google Wear OS)
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 4G (28 nm)
CPU Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU Adreno 304
MEMORY Card slot No
Internal 8GB 1GB RAM
CAMERA No
SOUND Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
COMMS WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE
GPS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB No
FEATURES Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, HRM heart rate, geomagnetic, ambient light, barometer, OTS optical displacement detector
BATTERY 570 mAh / 590 mAh battery
Charging Wireless charging

Design

Xiaomi Mi Watch draws a lot of design inspiration from the immensely popular Apple Watch Series 5. Both of them equip a 1.78-inch square-shaped display with a ceramic back. Another similar design is the crown on the right. It can be used to navigate through the watch UI.

Down by the crown, a multi-purpose button is provided to fast open a sport mode. On the left, you will find a speaker vent, with which you can play music on the Mi Watch. At the bottom, you’ll see the pins for the charging dock and the heart rate monitor. Compared to Apple Watch, the Mi Watch’s body is a bit thicker.

MIUI For Watch OS (Based on Google Wear OS)

Xiaomi customized a watch version of their MIUI OS for the latest Mi Watch, which is based on Google Wear OS. It allows you to download over 40 customized apps to spread the watch functions, like Sogo Maps, QQ Music, Wechat and so on. But the China version in our hands, those apps are more likely to meet the Chinese users’ demands.

Besides, the Xiaomi voice assistant, Xiao Ai is also available for achieving some basic commands. If you have Xiaomi’s smart-home devices, it would be a great feature to make the watch become a remote control. We will keep watching and bring you the latest news about its international version.

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Realme 5s full specifications leaked before next week’s launch

By
Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Realme will be launching the Realme X2 Pro flagship phone on Nov. 20. The Chinese firm will be announcing the Realme 5s budget-friendly phone alongside it. The Flipkart landing page of the Realme 5s has only revealed that it is equipped with 48-megapixel quad cameras and it has a rear-facing fingerprint scanner. Citing information received from sources close to Realme’s launch plan, BGR India has shared the leaked specifications of the Realme 5s.

Realme 5s Specifications (Rumored)

The report reveals that the Realme 5s will be essentially the same Realme 5 with an enhanced rear camera system. Instead of the 12-megapixel primary lens found on the Realme 5, the Realme 5s will be sporting a 48-megapixel main lens in its quad camera setup. The other three camera sensors of the Realme 5s will be same as Realme 5. It indicates that the Realme 5s will be equipped with 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad camera setup on its back. There is no confirmation on whether the primary lens is Sony IMX586 or Samsung ISOCELL 48-megapixel lens.

Editor’s Pick: Realme 5’s latest update brings Dark Mode and wide-angle video recording

The Realme 5s is expected to house a 6.5-inch HD+ display with waterdrop notch. The screen could be shielded by Gorilla Glass 3+ protective layer. The Snapdragon 665 mobile platform could be powering the Realme 5s. The base model of the phone may feature 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of native storage.

For shooting selfies, the Realme 5s may possesses a 13-megapixel selfie camera. It could be backed by a 5,000mAh battery. The ColorOS 6 skinned Android 9 Pie OS may run on the device.

Realme 5
Realme 5

There is no information on the pricing of the Realme 5s. There is a possibility that Realme may either phase out Realme 5 or sell it with a discounted price tag after the arrival of Realme 5s. It is advisable to wait for further reports to know more on its pricing and the fate of Realme 5.

UP NEXT: Realme X2 Pro flagship smartphone goes official in Europe; price starts at €399

 

 

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