Vivo Z1x 4GB RAM + 128GB storage edition to debut tomorrow in India

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Nov 11, 2019

Qualcomm is expected to announce the Snapdragon 865 processor during its Snapdragon Tech Summit scheduled for December 3. The processor will be the brain behind most of the flagship phones scheduled to launch next year. Thanks to a new leak, we don’t have to wait for the launch day, which still about three weeks away, to know the details about the processor.

Chinese blogger and leakster @Digital Chat Station has revealed the configuration of Qualcomm’s next processor. According to a Weibo post, the Snapdragon 865 will be an octa-core processor just like the Snapdragon 855 and Snapdragon 855+.

The SoC will embrace the same 1+3+4 core arrangement as its predecessors. The Snapdragon 865’s CPU will have 1 x 2.84GHz Cortex-A77 (custom Kryo core) + 3 x 2.42GHz Cortex-A77 cores (custom Kryo cores) + 4 x 1.8GHz Cortex-A55 cores (custom Kryo cores). The GPU is revealed to be the Adreno 650 clocked at 587MHz.

The performance cores have the same clock speed as the performance cores of the Snapdragon 855. However, the switch from Cortex-A76 which the SD855’s Kryo 485 is based on will bring improvements in performance. According to Arm, the Cortex-A77 brings a 20% improvement in performance compared to the Cortex-A76.

The power efficiency cores have been unchanged as they are still based on the Cortex-A55 cores. The new GPU is expected to bring between 17% to 20% increase in performance.

The Snapdragon 865 will most likely appear first in a Samsung phone, specifically the Galaxy S11 series. The 7nm mobile chipset is expected to be fabricated by TSMC and not Samsung. It should also feature an integrated 5G modem, specifically the Snapdragon X55 modem.

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EMUI 10 Stable update now officially rolling out for Huawei P30 series

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Nov 11, 2019

Huawei last week released a revised EMUI 10 update roadmap which stipulated when the tech giant would push the latest update, including Stable ROMs to specific models. The Huawei P30 and P30 Pro are now receiving EMUI 10 update which usher in Android 10.

The release is consistent with the mid-November release time frame listed in the revised EMUI 10 update schedule. We must add, though, that the update is for P30 and P30 Pro models in China. No word yet on the global release time frame for the models but that should happen any moment from now. Recall that P30 Pro users in India had started getting EMUI 10 beta update in September.

The Mate 20 series including the Mate 20 X (4G) is next in line to get updated to EMUI 10 stable and that is scheduled to begin in mid/late November. The Honor 20, Honor 20 Pro, V20 and Honor Magic 2 are also scheduled to get Android 10-based MagicUI 3.0 Stable ROM late-November.

EMUI 10 is an important update for Huawei phones as it improves smoothness and performance on existing devices. The company has even added a system-wide dark mode which even forces apps that don’t have a dark mode to comply. The system settings are better organized in this new version and the OS is designed to offer a better experience when working other devices like a Windows 10 laptop. EMUI 10 allows the smartphone to cast its screen directly on to the Windows 10 device, offering a seamless working experience. The update equally brings Android 10-inherent features.

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Samsung Exynos 980 specifications officially confirmed

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Nov 11, 2019

In Setpemeber, Samsung had announced the Exynos 980 as its first 5G integrated mobile chipset. It is designed to power upper mid-range phones. Now, the official website of the company has detailed information on the specs and features of the Exynos 980. The Exynos chipsets are primarily used by Samsung to power its range of Galaxy devices. However, smartphone-makers like Meizu and Motorola have used them in the past. Vivo is the latest vendor to borrow the Exynos 980 chipset for the upcoming Vivo X30 smartphone. It is also speculated that the rumored Galaxy A71 phone could end up as the first phone powered by the Exynos 980 SoC.

Samsung Exynos 980 Specifications and Features

Samsung listed the specifications of the Exynos 980 on their official website, and its major highlight is that it has a built-in 5G modem. The chipset is made up of 2.2GHz dual-core Cortex-A77 and 1.8GHz hexa-core Cortex-A55 with ARM Mali-G76 MP5 GPU and integrated NPU. It supports WQHD+ displays with resolution up to 3360 x 1440 pixels and features a 5G modem. The Exynos 980 supports LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.1, eMMC 5.1 storage. The chipset is designed using 8nm FinFET architecture.

With its digital signal processor (DSP) and neural processing unit (NPU), the Exynos 980 delivers AI capabilities for pro-grade cameras and intelligent assistants. Featuring a powerful octa-core processor, the Exynos 980 is designed to handle intensive tasks required for low latency, high-bandwidth 5G spectrum with ease.

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The advanced DSP and NPU allow on-device AI-powered tasks rather than sending personal information to the server for processing. Effectively reducing response time, improving security and data privacy. The Exynos 980 enhances smartphone applications with better content filtering, secure user authentication, intelligent camera, and mixed reality.

The Intelligent pro-grade camera on the Exynos 980 supports up to five individual sensors. The SoC is able to process three sensors simultaneously, offering a true multi-camera experience. The processor supports sensors up to 108-megapixel and up to 20-megapixel + 20-megapixel dual cameras. While the NPU detects objects or scenes and allows the ISP to automatically fine-tune the exposure, hue, white balance, sharpness, saturation and more, leading to professional results.

The octa-core setup on the Exynos 980 comprises of two powerful Arm Cortex-A77 cores and six efficient Cortex-A55 cores for optimal performance. It is designed to possess complex computing capabilities required to handle higher demands in the 5G era. The SoC comes loaded with the ARM Mali-G76 MP5 GPU that offers the ultimate 3D processing capabilities required during an intense gaming session. The GPU reduces gaming lags and loading times considerably.

The multi-format codec (MFEC) on the Exynos 980 supports 4K UHD encoding and decoding at 120fps. Users can blur out the video backgrounds by adding greater depth-of-field, using the NPU’s AI capabilities. Exynos 980 also supports Wi-Fi 6 that offers faster speeds allowing a lag-free online gaming experience or buffer-free high-resolution video streaming session over the Wi-Fi network. The chipset also supports Bluetooth v5.0 for multi-device connectivity and GNSS for accurate location mapping.

In related news, Samsung has been struggling in the Chinese smartphone market for a while. Things are so bad that the company stopped manufacturing phones in China since October 2019. It is now hoping to arrest the declining sales figures with 5G. The company plans to bring the Galaxy Fold 5G to China as the W20 5G powered with the new Snapdragon 855+ SoC on Nov. 19. It is also expected to introduce 5G-enabled smartphones under the Galaxy A-series. In September, Samsung had launched the Galaxy A90 5G as an affordable 5G-ready flagship phone in China.

The Galaxy A71 is believed to be the next affordable 5G phone from the company. It could be Samsung’s first 5G mid-range smartphone to be powered by the Exynos 980. It remains to be seen whether it goes official before the Vivo X30 series that is slated to go official next month in China. Samsung currently uses flagship chipsets like the Snapdragon 855 and Exynos 9825 on its premium devices. It needs a cost-effective 5G SoC and that is where the Exynos 980 fits the equation.

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Elephone 11.11 deals are up and running, Elephone PX shows up in another beautiful color

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Nov 11, 2019

Elephone couldn’t be absent from the big 11.11 Shopping Festival as they have a tradition in offering great discounts to their already affordable smartphones. So, their promotion campaign is already online offering discounts up to 45% off on 4 of their models including the pop-up camera phones Elephone PX and Elephone U2. The promotion is taking place at the company’s official store on Aliexpress and it includes the Elephone A2 as well as the Elephone Soldier.

In addition to the promotion, Elephone revealed more real photos of the Elephone PX. The photos reveal the phone in a gradient purple/light blue color that the company calls “Crystal Cream” and it looks beautiful. You can add the PX to your cart right now on Aliexpress.

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To see all the deals from Elephone, visit the Official Store and if you want to learn more about the company’s devices, go to their official website.

Samsung granted patent for dual-display smartphone; may challenge Microsoft’s Surface Duo

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Nov 11, 2019

Microsoft’s Surface Duo dual-screen smartphone will launch next year and should be available in time for the holidays. The phone isn’t the first foldable device with a dual-display and it will not be the last. We may even see one from Samsung according to the latest reports.

Apparently, Samsung has been granted a patent for a foldable display by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The patent was filed back in 2013 but was just granted late last month.

Based on this, Samsung may decide to come up with a competitor to the Microsoft Surface Duo, and with their experience with the Galaxy Fold with respect to software, they may have a better implementation than Microsoft.

Above is a diagram from the patent. Since it was filed back in 2013 it is understandable why we still have capacitive buttons rather than software buttons. So if Samsung is actually planning a dual-display device, it sure won’t look like what is in the image above.

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Get up to 50% off UMIDIGI deals during the 11.11 Aliexpress Shopping Festival

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Nov 11, 2019

We are 2 days away from the huge 11.11 Shopping Festival on Aliexpress and UMIDIGI is once again offering some amazing deals for its smartphones, reaching up to 50% off in some cases.

This year was great for the Chinese manufacturer as they released some of their best phones to date so the Double 11 activity is the right time to grab some flagship-level smartphones at an all-time low price. This includes the latest UMIDIGI F2, the recently released flagship of the company as well as the UMIDIGI X that is the cheapest AMOLED display with an in-screen fingerprint sensor and 48MP camera phone.

In addition, the UMIDIGI Power will be available that not only is a big battery device (5150mAh) but is also a decent performer featuring 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. Of course, the promotion includes the top entry-level phone UMIDIGI A5 Pro that costs below $90 during the promotion and features a triple rear camera as well as 4GB of RAM.

These and even more phones are part of the “Top Brands” promo of Aliexpress and UMIDIGI couldn’t be absent from this list. All the company’s deals can be found here but be aware that the 11.11 promotion will be valid only for 2 days, from November 11th to 12th. So don’t waste any more time and go take a look at the deals. Oh, the company’s accessories and wearables are also available at discounted prices!

Blackview Double 11 Deals are here and they are awesome

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Nov 11, 2019

The time of the year that China is hosting its biggest shopping festival has arrived. We are talking about the 11.11 Sale, the “Black Friday” of China and Blackview is once again participating offering many discounts for their fans, covering 10 of its best-selling phones with up to 52% off.

Blackview BV9800 series: FLIR® Lepton® & Sony® 48MP camera

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Of course, the star of the activity is the company’s current flagships, Blackview BV9800 Series (BV9800/BV9800 Pro) which made a strong presence on Kickstarter with 1,328 backers who contributed $532,928.62 within 22 days. During the sale, the BV9800 Pro sells for just $399 and offers 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, Helio P70 SoC, Sony® 48MP camera, as well as 6580mAh big battery. The BV9800 Pro’s performance is top-notch in this price range and offers a unique feature with the integrated FLIR® Lepton® thermal camera, which lets you see and measure heat. In comparison, the BV9800 is a pro-photography version and sells at just $299. It offers all of the features of the BV9800 Pro with no thermal camera but it features a Sony® 48MP & 16MP ultra-wide angle & 5MP depth triple camera setup.

Blackview BV9100: 13000mAh killer battery and 30W super-fast charging

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Blackview BV9100 is another rugged smartphone ideal for those who are many days outside since it houses an enormous 13,000mAh battery which gives 60 days of standby time. It would be the top choice for camping and hiking trips because you can go a long time without a recharge. But even if you have to recharge, it takes only 2.5 hours thanks to its 30W super-fast charging. What’s more, it supports reverse charging acting as a 13000mAh power bank for other devices. And it’s equipped with GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo quad navigation system that ensures precise navigation. Of course, it comes with all the protections that Blackview rugged phones feature: IP68 & IP69K & MIL-STD-810G. The BV9100 is available for just $188.99 during the sale.

Blackview Max 1: Laser projector smartphone, 52% off

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The biggest discount (costs just $229.99 during the sale) comes from Blackview Max 1, the laser projector smartphone from Blackview. For people who want to enjoy media on a screen that’s bigger than a phone or TV and have it available anytime, anywhere, Blackview Max 1 has a built-in laser projector that projects a 70″ big screen. With a size of 159.5*74.7*10.2 mm and 216g weight, you can carry a projector anywhere. The rest of the specs include a 6.01″ FHD+ AMOLED screen, Sony® 16MP rear camera, Samsung® 16MP dual front camera, 6GB/64GB memory configuration, and 4680mAh big battery.

Lastly, the Blackview BV9700 Pro, BV9500 Plus, BV9600, BV6800 Pro, BV5500 Pro, and A60 also join the big promotion with huge discounts. For more details, check out the Blackview Store on Aliexpress.

Chuwi deals for the 11.11 Shopping Festival (+Giveaway)

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Nov 11, 2019

Chuwi is added to the thousands of companies that offer great discounts during the 11.11 Shopping Festival as their promotional activity is already up and running. Besides the already discounted prices, Chuwi is offering additional $20 and $30 coupons for purchases over $200 and $300 respectively as well as free gifts and Giveaway.

As you can see in the photo, using coupon ILOVEAE20 will give you $20 off if your items cost more than $200 and using coupon NOTEBOOK30 will give you $30 off for items costing more than $300.

Additionally, you will get a free HiPen if you are among the first 50 people that order the UBook Pro or among the first 200 people that order the Hi9 Plus. What’s more, a free handbag will be shipped to the first 50 people that order the LapBook Pro and to the first 100 orders for AeroBook.

In addition, a 90% Seckill will take place on November 12th at 8.00 and will be available for just a few minutes. If you are fast enough, you can get the Chuwi CoreBook 2in1 tablet with 8GB RAM at a fraction of the price it really costs. Lastly, there will be a Giveaway for the Chuwi Hi9 Air. To see all the details about the big event from Chuwi, visit the promotion page.

Giztop Sets Up a Warehouse in Europe; Faster Shipping and No Customs Tax for European Buyers

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Vinay Patel

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Nov 11, 2019

Top-end electronic items usually don’t come cheap. If you go for inexpensive alternatives, on the other hand, you’d end up with products that disappoint in terms of quality and performance. That’s exactly where Giztop comes in the picture.

Featuring high-end electronic items across multiple categories such as mobile phones, laptops, smart appliance and more, Giztop offers a fun and easy shopping experience. To enable you to find exactly what you are looking for, the online shop features a handy search option that provides instant results.

Once you have found your favorite product, all you need to do is to click “Add to Cart” and check out. Moreover, payment can be done safely and securely through multiple convenient payment options such as PayPal, Credit Card or even COD (Cash on Delivery).

Giztop delivers thousands of parcels to more than 200 countries and regions every day via a myriad of affordable shipping options including Post Air Mail. As far as shipping options are concerned, Giztop works with DHL, EMS, and FEDEX, A slew of affordable shipping options are available for every budget, in fact, some countries are eligible for free shipping.

To further enhance the overall shopping experience, Giztop is now set up a warehouse in Europe. In other words, you can not only get faster shipping but also don’t have to pay customs tax if you based in Europe. You can click here to visit the Giztop Europe warehouse page and check out the wide selection of products that are waiting for you.

The Europe warehouse gives you options that help you narrow down your search based on price. In addition to that, you can sort the products based on Position, Name, Price, Date and Vape Brands.

Featuring products from leading manufacturers such as Xiaomi, OnePlus, and ASUS. You can even customize the number of products displayed on the page.

Giztop Europe Warehouse

Save up to $200 on SwellPro drones during their 11.11 Global Shopping Festival (video)

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Nov 11, 2019

This year’s 11.11 Shopping Festival is special for SwellPro as it is the first time they launch a super discount activity on this day. On this shopping extravaganza, all the products will be marked down by at least 10%. The company offers discounts on their two popular drones, Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ and Swellpro Spry that are both fully waterproof and have excellent performance. Let’s check them out.

SwellPro SplashDrone 3+: Get 10% off the world’s first waterproof quadcopter

Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ is the most reliable waterproof drone to date as it is an all-purpose, all-weather, waterproof flying platform. Featuring quick-release modules, you can change them in a second to meet different needs. For example, there’re 4K cameras for filming and payload release systems for fishing and water rescue.

In order for it to be waterproof, all parts -both inside and out- are corrosion-resistant and designed for use in marine environments. You can fly it in the rain and on the water. Its all-weather power system allows it to fly during day and nighttime, when raining or snowing, and also in strong winds of Beaufort Force 4 (18mph/28kmh) with gusts to Force 6 (31mph/49kmh) without interference. Also, the Smooth+ fully integrated remote controller with high-brightness 5″ FPV screen clearly displays live video and overlaid (OSD)flight data. You can get it now for 10% off.

Take 10% off SwellPro Spry, the portable waterproof sport drone

The Spry drone is specifically built for action in the harsh marine environment with specially coated motors and corrosion-resistant materials throughout. It can land and take off from the water with ease and its remote controller is also waterproof. It is more compact and portable than its sibling and features a waterproof 4K camera that comes with EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) to provide smooth and fluid video capture.

The latest movement algorithms are built-in to make the auto follow-me function smarter and more sensitive. The Spry drone will follow you at a set distance and height – whether you are moving forward or backward, leading or chasing. With a flick of a switch, the Spry will change from following to orbit mode, smoothly capturing a 360-degree orbital pan of the action. You can get it 10% off now.

In addition, using the app offers: One Key Launch/ Tap-to Fly/ Orbit Flight/ Auto-Return Home/ Autonomous. You can visit the SwellPro Oficial Store to grab the deals before they end and also enter the contest to win 1 of the 2 waterproof drones.

Ulefone 11.11 Global Shopping Festival has kicked off with up to 31% off deals

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Nov 11, 2019

The big day has arrived for the shopping madness to begin in China. It is the Double 11 shopping festival and Ulefone has also prepared specialized deals on Aliexpress for their fans. Among the offers, you will find the best from the rugged Armor series or the entry-level S series. Let’s see what they’ve got.

First in line is the all-new Armor 7 rugged flagship that is powered by the Helio P90 octa-core SoC backed by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of flash memory, expandable up to 256GB more. Also, it comes with a triple rear camera with 48MP main sensor and AI support as well as a 16MP selfie shooter. Also, it sports a 6.3” FHD+ waterdrop screen, 5500mAh battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, face and fingerprint unlock, NFC, Android 9.0 OS, etc. It comes with a 25% discount at just $369.99.

Up next, is the Armor 3W that features a massive 10300mAh battery and costs just $217.49. It is powered by the Helio P70 AI SoC along with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. On the back lies a Sony 21MP camera and on the front there’s an 8MP selfie shooter. The rest of the specs include a 5.7″ 18:9 FHD+ screen, face/fingerprint unlock, dual-4G/dual-VoLTE, NFC with Google Pay support, global network bands, and Android 9.0 OS.

If you are looking for something even more affordable you can take a look at the Armor 6E that carries the Helio P70 SoC for a discounted price of $184.99. It comes with a 6.2″ FHD+ notch screen, 4GB of RAM plus 64GB of internal storage, 16MP/2MP dual rear camera and 8MP front camera, 5000mAh battery with Qi 10W wireless charging, face and fingerprint unlock, and Android 9.0 OS.

If you fancy an entry-level smartphone, then there’s the Ulefone Note 7 that sports a triple camera and a 6.1″ 19.2:9 waterdrop screen. It is powered by the entry-level 4-core SoC MT6580 coupled with 1GB RAM and 16GB of storage and other features include a 3500mAh battery, 3 cards slots for two SIM cards and one TF card, advanced face ID recognition system, and Android 9.0 (Go Edition) OS. During the event, it is available for just $51.83 and you will get a protective phone case for free.

Besides all the above phones, there is also a variety of discounts for other rugged phones such as the entry-level Ulefone Armor X3 with 5000mAh battery priced at only $72.49, its 4G version Ulefone Armor X5 for just $89.99, and the octa-core SoC Ulefone 5S with 13MP/2MP dual rear camera and 5000mAh battery for $137.99. For more details about other Ulefone phones, you can visit their official Aliexpress store.

Honor V30 will come with 5G and new “Camera Matrix” algorithm on November 26

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Nov 11, 2019

At a live-streamed show to officially begin its Single’s Day (11-11) shopping festival, Honor’s CEO, George Zhao, revealed that its upcoming flagships, the Honor V30 series, will launch on November 26.

Mr. Zhao also confirmed that the entire series will have support for 5G which hints at a higher starting price than its predecessor, the Honor V20.

While 5G support will translate into an increase in the price, the Honor V30 series is expected to come with impressive cameras. It has been reported that the series will be the first to feature what is called “Camera Matrix” technology which is a new algorithm.

Actually, this is not the first time we have come across the name as Huawei filed a trademark application for Camera Matrix and Cine Lens back in July. Cine Lens or rather, a 40MP ultrawide Cine Camera did appear on the Huawei Mate 30 Pro a few months after the filing. This camera is responsible for the Mate 30 Pro’s ability to shoot ultrawide videos in 4K at 60 frames per second and is also responsible for its 7680fps slow-motion recording.

The Mate 30 Pro is currently at the top of DxOMark’s list of phones with the best camera performance. If Camera Matrix is as good as it is being reported, we may see the Honor V30 or Honor V30 Pro battle for the crown.

It has been reported that the Honor V30 will have a punch hole LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate. It is expected to have a 4000mAh battery with support for 22.5W fast charging while the Honor V30 Pro will have support for 40W wired fast charging and 15W wireless fast charging. The primary camera on both phones has been reported to be a 60MP sensor.

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Samsung Galaxy W20 5G TENAA certified; Key details appear

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Nov 11, 2019

Samsung has confirmed that it will be launching the Galaxy W20 5G foldable phone in China on Nov. 19. First it was believed that the Galaxy W20 could be Samsung’s forthcoming foldable phone with clamshell design. However, recent reports have revealed that the Galaxy W20 5G will be a new 5G-ready version of the Galaxy Fold for China. Today, the Galaxy W20 phone that has a model number of SM-W2020 has received approval from the TENAA telecom authority of China. Its TENAA listing has revealed preliminary specs of the phone.

TENAA has revealed that the Samsung SM-W2020 has dual displays. One of them measures 4.6 inches. The measurement of the other display is not available yet. It is packed with a minimum rated battery of 4,135mAh and supports only single SIM. The listing states that the SM-W2020 measures 160.9 x 117.9 x 6.9mm. When unfolded, the Galaxy Fold measures the same. Hence, it appears that the SM-W2020 is indeed the new variant of the Galaxy Fold. The TENAA images of the phone also suggests that the Galaxy W20 5G resembles with the original Galaxy Fold.

The SM-W2020 was recently spotted on the database of 3C authority through which it was confirmed that it is a 5G device and it may ship with a charger that supports 15W fast charging. The currently available Galaxy Fold in China also ships with 15W charger. However, the country has only received the 4G LTE edition of the phone.

The Galaxy Fold 4G LTE edition is powered by Snapdragon 855 mobile platform that includes 2.84GHz octa-core processor. The upcoming Galaxy W20 5G is rumored to be equipped with 2.96GHz Snapdragon 855+ mobile platform. Apart from TENAA and 3C, the Samsung SM-W2020 has also received approval from Wi-Fi Alliance and Bluetooth SIG. The entire specifications of the Galaxy W20 5G smartphone is expected to soon surface on TENAA. It is likely that its specs will be almost identical with the original Galaxy Fold.

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Samsung Galaxy Fold Specifications

The Galaxy Fold has an outer HD+ display of 4.6 inches and an inner full HD+ foldable screen of 7.3 inches. Above the inner display is 10-megapixel + 8-megapixel dual selfie camera system. Above the cover display is the 10-megapixel selfie snapper. Placed on its back is a 12-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 16-megapixel triple camera system.

The Galaxy Fold has a 4,380mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging, 15W wireless charging and 9W reverse wireless charging. It comes with 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of native storage. It features a side-mounted fingerprint reader and lacks support for 3.5mm audio jack and microSD card slot. It is selling with a price tag of 15,999 Yuan (~$2,282). The Galaxy W20 5G with a powerful processor and 5G support is expected to command a costlier price tag.

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Mi Home Bluetooth Hygrothermograph 2 launched with new features for ¥49 (~$7)

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Nov 11, 2019

Today, Xiaomi’s Mijia crowdfunding platform announced the Mi Home Bluetooth Hygrothermograph 2. This is a successor to the model that launched last year. The 2nd-gen model comes with a new design and new features.

The original Mi Home Bluetooth Hygrothermograph 2 has a round LCD screen but the new model ditches it for a square ultra-low-power screen. The casing itself has rounded corners. The new model ditches the AAA battery for a CR2032 coin battery. Unfortunately, it doesn’t show the battery level as its predecessor does.

There is a built-in Swiss Sensirion high-precision temperature + humidity sensor that can detect up to 0.1°C changes in temperature and up to 1% change in humidity.

The Mi Home Bluetooth Hygrothermograph 2 can be configured via the Mijia App and has been designed to work with related products such as the air conditioner, the air humidifier, and the heater. All the aforementioned products can begin to work or get turned off at a preset temperature.

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For example, the air conditioner can be configured to turn on automatically when the indoor temperature increases to a certain level. You can also have the heater kick in if the temperature drops during the night. This saves you the stress of manually turning on or off any of these other appliances that are supported by Mijia.

The Mi Home Bluetooth Hygrothermograph 2 also has a baby mode that will notify you when the temperature and humidity exceed the range for your baby. Xiaomi says it will not only send you a notification but also provide suggestions on what to do.

The device has a crowdfunding price of ¥49 (~$7) for a pack of 3 but will sell for ¥29 (~$4) per unit when it goes on sale. At the moment, Xiaomi says they have received more than 150,000 crowdfunding orders.

OnePlus discreetly axes 6GB/12GB RAM variants of the OnePlus 7 Pro in the US

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Nov 11, 2019

Popular smartphone-maker OnePlus introduced three variants of the OnePlus 7 Pro in the US back in May 2019. The smartphone was available in 6 GB + 128 GB, 8 GB + 256 GB and 12 GB + 256GB variants. However, OnePlus has quietly taken down the lowest and highest-spec models from its official US website. Only the 8 GB + 256 GB variant of the OnePlus 7 Pro is now available for purchase.

The OnePlus 7 Pro 8 GB RAM edition is now available for purchase in the U.S. in colors like Almond, Gray and Nebula Blue. The 6 GB + 128 GB of the OnePlus 7 Pro was introduced at $669, while the 8GB/128GB + 256 GB variants were priced at $699 and $749 respectively. With the base model gone, the 8 GB variant is now listed for $649 on the official OnePlus website.

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OnePlus 7 Pro Specifications and Features

The OnePlus 7 Pro flaunts a 6.67-inch Fluid AMOLED QHD+ display with a resolution of 3120 x 1440 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The device features an impressive 2.5D curved glass display with a 90Hz refresh rate and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 certification. Powering the smartphone is a 2.84Ghz octa-core Snapdragon 855 SoC with 6/8/12 GB of RAM with 128/256GB of internal storage.

The primary camera uses a 48-megapixel sensor with an aperture rating of f/1.6. This is paired to a 16-megapixel sensor with an aperture rating of f/2.2 and an 8-megapixel lens with an aperture rating of f/2.4. The module is complete with a dual-LED flashlight. The front camera uses a 16-megapixel Sony IMX471 Exmor RS lens with an aperture rating of f/2.0. It is a pop-up unit.

The OnePlus 7 Pro draws power from a 4,000 mAh lithium polymer battery with support for 30W Warp Charge. The smartphone runs on Android 9.0 Pie-based Oxygen 9.0. In terms of security, the 7 Pro features an in-display fingerprint scanner along with Face Unlock. Connectivity options include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, USB Type-C, GPS/A-GPS, GLONASS, NFC and dual speakers powered by Dolby Atmos. The device measures 161.3 x 76.1 x 8.8 mm and weighs 206 grams.

Vivo S5 color variants appear in new render

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