Smartphone makers are looking to 5G to rejig the market which has been plagued by a slumping sales for a while now. Xiaomi‘s Redmi brand is also looking to get on board the 5G trend early on with the launch of the Redmi K30 5G next year. Already, some official details of the device have been shared by Redmi. The leaked details seem to have been pieced together by bloggers to give us a look at the Redmi K30.
The renders show not just the Redmi K30 but also the Redmi K30 Pro which is said to be a higher variant. The major difference in terms of the design is that the K30 Pro will have a curved edge design.
Overall, both models will come with a powerful configuration including aa Snapdragon 865 chipset. Qualcomm is yet to officially unveil the next-gen Snapdragon 865 but it is expected to be an upgraded version of the SD 855. The chipset also includes the latest Snapdragon X55 baseband which will give the device support for NSA and SA dual-mode 5G connectivity. The memory setup may also include a 12GB RAM and 512GB storage option.
The K30 is said to present with a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with a punch-hole design. The device also presents with a 19.5:9 screen ratio and would get support for 90Hz refresh rate. The screen resolution may also come with up to 2K resolution.
On the camera end, the Redmi K30 is expected to have a dual selfie setup inside the punch-hole consisting a 36MP+26MP setup. At the rear, the device will pack a quad-camera setup made up of a 64MP+28MP+18MP+8MP combo. The camera will also support OIS and EIS as well as up to 30x digital zoom. Further, the K30 will have a built-in 4800 mAh battery with up to 65W fast charge, and support for wireless charging.
We’ll have to wait until January 2020 to meet with the device when it is officially launched by Xiaomi.
After teasing the launch of a new product in its home country, Xiaomi has today announced Mi Induction Cooker C1. While it is priced at 119 Yuan (~$17), Mi Induction Cooker C1 is available for 99 Yuan (~$14) during crowdfunding campaign.
The company has revealed that the product comes in six different cooking modes and you can select the one you want with just a single push. From the poster shared by the company, it seems that the product will be available in Black color.
On the front side, it has a display and a shortcut menu button to choose from the functions that include hot pot, stir-fry, cooking, frying, soup porridge, boiling water, among others.
A few years ago, in December 2017, the company had launched Mi Rice Cooker for a price of 299 Yuan (~$42). It also featured a knob-based design with three-in-one operation modes along with a screen, button, and a rotary switch.
In November last year, the company had launched the Youth Edition of the Mi Induction Cooker for a price of 199 Yuan (~$28). It lacked the support for operating it using the company’s mobile application. It features a circular, compact, and light body with a simple and stylish design.
The newly announced Mi Induction Cooker C1, which is priced at 99 Yuan (roughly $14) for the crowdfunding campaign, will be available in China from 30th October, i.e. tomorrow, at 10:00 AM local time.
Smartphones are what made Xiaomi one of the most known hi-tech companies around the world, but Xiaomi is not just a simple smartphone manufacturer. Xiaomi became a conglomerate which is bringing technology in every sector. The Chinese giant launched hundreds of smart products in the last years, so many that it is impossible to remember them all. And it keeps releasing and crowdfunding dozens of products every month. In this article, we collected the best and most interesting Xiaomi smart products launched and unveiled in October 2019. If you do not know the company well, we think you will be surprised after seeing the kinds of products the Chinese company made smart this month.
Best Xiaomi smart products of the month
Xiaomi Small Whale Wash-integrated Smart Toilet Zero
Yes, it is exactly what it seems: Xiaomi made a smart toilet. Unlike what we have seen in the past, this is not just a smart toilet seat cover, but it is a complete smart toilet which can be connected to the Mijia app. Among the key features, there is a three-speed temperature adjustment via the app and an advanced self-cleaning water spray air-dried to remove water drops. Apart from the app control, the smart toilet even supports a full-touch remote control. It is currently in crowdfunding on Youpin and it will start shipping on December 5 with a price of about $409 at the actual change.
You can read more about this new Xiaomi product by clicking here.
Xiaomi HiFi Hybrid Earphones
Xiaomi is mostly known for launching very affordable products, but this time the company launched a new pair of earphones for audiophiles. We are talking about the HiFi Hybrid Earphones with a four drivers design composed of two dynamic driver units and two balanced armature units. It is able to provide a very rich sound and very deep bass frequencies thanks to a silicon layer, as well as a great treble sound thanks to a titanium composite inside the diaphragm. There is also a durable Zirconia sound chamber and gold-plated MMCX connector. The earphones can be used with both a wireless and a wired connection. In the first case, they employ a portable Bluetooth DAC amplifier with the support to Hi-Res SBC audio, AAC, and LDAC. Xiaomi HiFi Hybrid earphones are available for pre-orders on Jingdong Mall with a price tag of 699 Yuan (roughly $98).
You can read more about this new Xiaomi product by clicking here.
Xiaomi Smart Rubik Cube
Besides being known for the quality-price ratio of its products, Xiaomi is also known for bringing tech in the weirdest objects. This month the company unveiled a Rubik Cube, but obviously it is not a random Rubik Cube: it is a smart Rubik Cube. Besides giving you fun with its smooth body structure preventing it to get stuck or fall apart, it can be connected with smart home appliances via Bluetooth and it allows the user to control them by turning the Cube. Just to make an example, it can be paired with the Yeelight Smart Bulb to make it change color with each move of the cube. The Xiaomi Rubik Cube is compatible with Android and iOS and it sports a six-axis sensing system which captures every rotation and color change and synchronizes the data in real-time via the app. So, the app is able to calculate the process to solve the cube and suggest it to the user. All of this for just 79 Yuan ($11) in crowdfunding.
You can read more about this new Xiaomi product by clicking here.
Xiaomi Cottonsmith 3-in-1 heated down jacket
If you feel your winter will be cold, then you might be interested in the new Xiaomi’s Cottonsmith 3-in-1 heated down jacket. It has a graphene heating technology with carbon nanotubes which allows the user to heat the jacket both in the front and in the rear side. It heats up in just one second and it can be powered by a classic power bank. Thanks to a dedicated button the user can choose between four temperatures ranging from 38 °C and 53 °C. Last but not least, the jacket has a three-in-one design which makes it suitable for use not only in winter but in every season.
You can read more about this new Xiaomi product by clicking here.
Haylou LS01 smartwatch
With its 99.9 Yuan (roughly $14) price tag, Haylou LS01 is one of the most interesting affordable smartwatches ever seen. Xiaomi launched it on its crowdfunding platform Youpin and its specifications are simply amazing if we consider its incredibly low price. The Haylou LS01 has an IP68 certification making it dustproof and waterproof up to 1.5 meters deep for max 30 minutes. It has a 1.3-inch LCD color display and it sports a 210 mAh battery lasting up to 14 days. The wearable features a heart rate monitor, sleep and activity tracker.
You can read more about this new Xiaomi product by clicking here.
Not only a smart toilet: in October, Xiaomi unveiled even a smart mattress. It is the Chanitex smart temperature-controlled mattress and it is available in crowdfunding in Youpin, like a lot of Xiaomi’s most innovative smart products. The mattress is a blanket composed of layers of cotton and a network of pipes in the middle layer which carry hot ate heating up the blanket. The current comes from an external heating box, so the risk of getting radiations is eliminated. The temperature goes from 25 to 60 °C and this is also useful to kill bugs. The mattress is in crowdfunding with a $197 price tag and it will start shipping on October 27.
You can read more about this new Xiaomi product by clicking here.
Xiaomi Mijia Refrigerators
Xiaomi launched four refrigerators in China on the same day. Their capacities range from 160 to 486 liters and they come with different designs. The most affordable models have 2 and 3 doors respectively, while the costlier ones have a side-by-side design. They come with tempered glass shelves and LED lights, while two of them come with a display panel and the support to Xiao AI virtual assistant with vocal commands. Prices go from CNY 999 to CNY 1999.
You can read more about this new Xiaomi product by clicking here.
Recent reports have revealed that the next S-series phone from Vivo could be called Vivo S5. Today, the Chinese manufacturer has officially teased the arrival of Vivo S5 by releasing a teaser video and a poster. Based on the recent reports it can be said that it could be the first phone to arrive with diamond-shaped quad camera system.
The teasers reveal that like the Vivo S1 and Vivo S1 Pro smartphones, the upcoming Vivo S5 will be arriving in vibrant colors. This indicates that the Vivo S5 could be targeted towards younger audience in China.
Not long ago, Vivo S-lineup brand ambassador Cai Xukun was spotted holding the upcoming S-series smartphone in a promo video for a fashion magazine. The rear side of the phone appeared pinkish towards the left and right edges while center portion look bluish. The video revealed that the Vivo S5 has a 3.5mm audio jack on its top edge and it has a diamond-shaped quad camera setup on its back. It appears that the phone is equipped with an in-screen fingerprint reader.
At present, there is no information on the specifications of the Vivo S5 smartphone. It could be packed with mid-range phones. Probably, the company will be unleashing the Vivo S5 in November. Hopefully, its entire specifications will be revealed through its TENAA certification in the coming days.
In related news, Vivo is also gearing up to launch the Vivo X30 5G smartphone. It is speculated that the phone will be announced in partnership with Samsung. The device is expected to be powered by the Exynos 980 chipset. The said SoC is equipped with a 5G modem that will bring about NSA and SA networks. The launch event for the phone could be held on Nov. 7.
The detailed specs of the phone are currently under the wraps. Reports surrounding it have suggested that it could be featuring a waterfall display with an in-screen fingerpint reader. It may also house a pop-up selfie camera like the predecessor Vivo X27 smartphone. The rear side of the phone features a triple camera system.
After the Mi CC9 Pro hit TENAA earlier today, we knew that the phone would come with a slightly curved display with a notch on top. Now, Xiaomi has officially released a render of the CC9 Pro and it flaunts dual-curved display on both the side. We also get a glimpse of the waterdrop notch on top of the phone along with the presence of a 3.5mm headphone jack at the bottom.
According to the TENAA listing, the Mi CC9 Pro will be quite thick measuring 9.67mm. But even such a thick form factor won’t stop the large 108MP penta-camera setup from protruding from the body. As you can see in the images below, even the wide-angle camera (the large lens below the triple cameras) sticks out. The plus side of such a thick body is that it can house a really large 5170mAh battery inside which combined with Snapdragon 730G (processor is yet to be confirmed) should easily offer more than a day’s battery life.
Given the processor inside, the Mi CC9 Pro shouldn’t be a flagship model. So, according to a blogger in China, it won’t have 5G support, unlike the recently launched Mi 9 Pro 5G. He also said that the phone won’t have a high refresh rate display either. Given that a lot of smartphones have started to use at least a 90Hz screen (sometimes even 120Hz), this is a bit disappointing.
However, if the 108MP penta-camera module performs really well (full camera specs here), the lack of 5G support or a 90Hz screen won’t really matter.
OnePlus launched the OnePlus 7T Pro at a launch event held in New York, London, and Bengaluru at the same time. Multiple reports touted the OnePlus 7T Pro as the best mobile device from the Chinese phone maker, while other reports went as far as deeming it as one of the best phones launched in 2019.
As expected, the OnePlus-branded phone became an instant hit among the brand’s huge fanbase immediately after hitting the store shelves. Considering its skyrocketing popularity and undying demand, OnePlus is now offering the recently-unveiled OnePlus 7 Pro at unbeatable prices. Check out the online retailers that are offering the coveted smartphone at unbeatable prices.
Aside from shedding light on the discounts, we will show how you can save a considerable amount of more money at the time of checking out. So without wasting more time, let’s delve straight into the details.
OnePlus 7T Pro 4G Phablet – Gearbest
Equipped with 8GB of RAM and a hefty 256GB of internal storage space, the international version of the OnePlus 7T Pro 4G phablet normally sells for $1514.43. Much to the relief of those on a tight budget, this variant has now gone up for sale bearing a reduced price of only $799.99 on Gearbest.
You can extend this 47 percent discount with the help of coupon code GBOP7TP8256. The coupon enables you to bring the original asking price of the phablet down to only $718.99 even before you place your order. You can follow this link to take advantage of the coupon and grab the discount which will be valid for 31 days.
OnePlus 7T Pro Global ROM 4G Smartphone – Banggood
Known for offering the best bang for your buck, Banggood is doling out a noteworthy 9 percent off on the 8GB RAM+256GB ROM OnePlus 7T Pro model that usually retails for $1,199.99. Thanks to the aforesaid discount, you can pre-order it for a lowered price of only $1,097.99.
As if that weren’t enough, you can get an extra $378 off with the help of coupon code BGOP7TP256. The coupon enables you to reduce the original selling price of the OnePus 7T Pro to just $719.99 at checkout. You can visit this link to use the coupon and get the discount, along with free shipping on orders over $19.99.
2019 Global ROM OnePlus 7T Pro Smartphone – AliExpress
As part of its latest promo, AliExpress is giving its loyal users a chance to get their hands on the 8GB RAM+256GB ROM variant of the OnePlus 7T Pro smartphone for a reduced price of only $798.30. This is a 19 percent drop in the model’s original selling price of $917.59.
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Carrying a $$799 price tag, the OnePlus 7T Pro smartphone with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage space is now available on Giztop. The phone is available in an eye-catching blue color option and is loaded with an impressive array of features.
You can head straight to this link to get your hands on this OnePlus 7T Pro model through Giztop.
Bearing a lowered price of $ 845.99, the OnePlus 7T Pro with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage space has gone up for pre-order on GeekBuying. This is a 19 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price of $1045.99.
On top of that, you can get an extra $16 off by applying coupon code 3XNIKEJF. As a result, the original asking price of the OnePlus 7T Pro reduces to just $829.99 during the checkout process. Moreover, there’s a 2% Off New User Coupon for those placing their first order with GeekBuying.
You can follow this link to get the discount and to place your pre-order via GeekBuying. The irresistible OnePlus 7T Pro offers the following features:
In comparison to the original AirPods Pro that is priced at $249, the Vpods Pro is much more affordable at just $39.99. They have an in-ear style design with silicone buds and an elongated stem that accommodates two charging pin connectors. The charging/resting case features a soft close flap and three LED indicators that represent their remaining charge.
While these don’t look exactly identical to the originals, we know where the name was derived from. Despite having a disparate design, naming it this way would allow them to stand apart from the bunch which would ideally result in sales boost.
Having said that, according to a known tipster, the production of exact replicas of the AirPods Pro has also started in China and they will soon be available for purchase. The tweet shared above exhibits a pair of TWS that is made out of white plastic and looks homogenous to the latest audio accessory from Apple.
In the past, Chinese manufacturers have managed to replicate AirPods that not only look precisely like the originals but they also support the quick connect feature despite lack of an Apple certified H1 chip. It will be interesting to see, to what extent can the AirPods Pro be replicated. Will, they also support ANC (active noise cancellation) which is the key highlighting feature of the originals.
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To get answers to all these questions and learn about their price, we will have to wait until they are listed on sites like Aliexpress or Youtube videos surface.
Xiaomi is hosting a launch event in China on 5th November where the company is all set to launch a bunch of new products, including Xiaomi Smartwatch. Now, ahead of its official launch next week, images of the upcoming smartwatch have leaked online.
Earlier, the company has teased the Xiaomi Smartwatch through a poster shared on social media, which resembles the design of the Apple Watch. Now, the leaked images confirm that the device will indeed look similar to the Apple Watch.
The leaked image showcases a square-shaped design and the display has a control page for the light and microwave, confirming that the device will be able to control home appliances as well.
It has been revealed that the Xiaomi Smartwatch which has a square-shared dial, will feature a knob on the top-right corner and will come with two staps — Black and White. As said above, it looks very similar to the Apple Watch.
The company has confirmed that the Xiaomi Smartwatch will feature a high-performance CPU along with independent GPS, NFC, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules. There will also be an independent linear motor as well as speakers inside.
Further, it is said that the battery in the device will be pretty large as well. Finally, it is revealed that the Mi Smartwatch will come with eSIM support, just like the Apple Watch. With eSIM support and speakers, the watch should be able to make phone calls and other functions, just like a smartphone.
LG is reportedly gearing up to launch a new tablet called the LG G Pad 8. As the launch inches near, details of the tablet’s specifications have begun surfacing online. The latest to arrive is a number of images divulging details of the design along with camera specifications and pricing.
LG G Pad 8 Specifications and Price (Rumored)
According to 91mobiles, the LG G Pad 8 sports an 8-megapixel primary camera along with a 5-megapixel selfie camera. The device flaunts an 8-inch display and draws power from an 8,200 mAh battery. The LG G Pad 8 features thick bezels on all four sides while the dual speaker grille and USB Type-C port are placed on the bottom edge.
The tablet seems to feature a unibody design constructed using metal, but it is too early to tell. Additional details regarding the processor, graphics, display, connectivity, and camera are still under wraps. Prices are expected to start from $367.
The South Korean company seems to be working on another tablet name LG G Pad 5. The device that has a model number of LGE LM-T600 recently surfaced on Geekbench. It revealed that the three-year-old quad-core Snapdragon 821 chipset will be powering the tablet along with 4 GB of RAM. According to the benchmarking app, the tablet received a single-core score of 347 and a multi-core score of 909.
Rumors have revealed that the G Pad 5 flaunts a 10.1-inch full HD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels and it runs on Android 9 Pie OS. It is expected to come with the usual connectivity features such as 4G LTE, USB Type-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2, microSD slot, and 3.5mm AUX port.
LG G Pad 5
In other news, LG recently announced the Tone+ Free wireless Bluetooth earphone in South Korea. The device supports fast charging and uses advanced audio tuning technology with rich signal processing capabilities designed by Meridian Audio. The company claims to have reduced digital noise and distortion while offering 3D audio. The Tone+ comes with a UV-protected box that doubles up as a charger. LG claims an hour of audio playback after a 5-minute quick recharge. The earbuds offer 6-hours of continuous playback on a full charge. They rock IPX4 certification for added safety.
Back in July 2019, Huami released a special Iron Man limited edition of the Amazfit GTR smartwatch. This limited edition is officially licensed from Marvel and comes with Iron Man’s iconic Red and Gold theme. You get a gold-colored Amazfit GTR watch body with black bezels and a red silicone strap. The box and accessories are also designed according to the Iron Man theme. Overall, it’s a really interesting purchase for hardcore Iron Man and Marvel fans.
The Amazfit GTR 47mm Iron Man limited edition was initially launched at 1399 yuan ($198) in China. However, in the upcoming 11/11 mega sale in China, you can get this watch at a discounted price of just 1299 yuan ($184), making it a pretty good deal! Users in China can simply pay a small deposit of 100 yuan ($14) now and get 100 yuan ($14) off the original price when they purchase it at the 11/11 sale.
Apart from the beautiful Iron Man themed design, the Amazfit GTR 47mm Iron Man limited edition comes with a 1.39-inch AMOLED display with a high 326 PPI. The watch features a number of custom watch faces and supports up to 12 sports modes including skiing and swimming. The best feature of the watch is its 24 regular-use battery life, which means you can forget about charging it for nearly a month!
If you are in China, check out the offer on TMALL from here.
COWAROBOT, maker of the world’s first robotic suitcase that follows the user in collaboration with Xiaomi has launched their latest variant. It is offered on the Youpin crowdfunding platform which is run by Xiaomi. The suitcase is available for purchase at a special price of Yuan 1999 ($ 280) and surprisingly the seller has already overachieved the goal by 435% with 13 days still remaining.
In terms of design, the COWAROBOT intelligent travel suitcase looks similar to most modern trolley cases as it has a hard plastic shell, four wheels that can rotate 360 degrees and a telescopic handle that can be used to manoeuvre it manually. The unit measures 555 x 384 x 220 mm and it weighs 4.5 kg (excluding the luggage). It has a height of 20 inches and a holding capacity of 31 litres.
The handle of COWAROBOT intelligent travel suitcase features a video camera which with the help of computer vision can be used to locate the owner. The suitcase features an in-house developed chip which with the help of AI and video camera can avoid obstacles which in this case would be fellow commuters or stationary objects.
The COWAROBOT intelligent travel suitcase features 4 variable speed motors which are built into the wheels that drive the whole unit. It is powered by a 92 Wh battery which is claimed to last for as long as 20 Kms. Interestingly, the company has made use of a modular power bank which can be detached from its main body to replenish its charge. The battery bank weighs 500 grams and it can be full recharged in 5 hours. If needed, users can also recharge their smartphones with this power bank as it features a standard USB A port.
The front of the electric luggage has an elongated LED indicator which changes colour to display its status. Flashing Red LED means low battery, Blue LED indicates connected and Purple LED means that the unit is restarting. To keep its contents secure, it features a 3 digit TSA lock that can be set to 999 different combinations.
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The COWAROBOT intelligent travel suitcase can connect to the user’s smartphone via Wi-Fi that can display details like remaining battery charge. If the signal is lost and the luggage is disconnected, users would receive a notification on their smarpthone so they can look for it. Another highlighting feature of the trolley case is its waterproof zipper which safeguards the content held within against unexpected rainfall or splashes from vehicles when used on an automotive road.
It is quite hard these days to find a location precisely without the need for Google Maps. It is among the most useful tool from Google, which daily serves millions to reach the destination every day. Apart from the mainstream features, there are various under the hood tricks and tips which will ease your navigation daily. There are a lot of tricks to get the most out of Google Maps.
To save your time and energy, we are sharing some tricks and tips for Google Maps that you should try this year. These small tricks can help you to be more productive and also helps to keep a tab on to enhance security. The features like AR View makes Google Maps smarter and more useful. Let’s unfold the mystery features of Google Maps, one by one in this article.
Google Maps tips and tricks
We have listed the most useful tricks on Google Maps.
Multiple Stops in Navigation
Are you on your way home but need to pick groceries first? Then the Google Maps’ multiple destination feature will allow the users to add more than one stops while navigating. It will then show the details of the overall journey and delays and obstructions along the way. Google Maps offers to add and rearrange up to 9 stops on your way to figure the efficient route.
Steps to Add Multiple Stops
Open Google Maps and then select the blue-colored Go Directions icon.
Now, choose the destination and the starting point.
After entering the details, tap three vertical dots icon and select Add stop from the list.
Now, type the second destination and tap Done.
You can add up to 9 stops in the Google Maps destination.
Save Parking Location
It is quite a useful feature for the users who always forget to remember the parking location of their vehicles. The Parking location feature can easily help you to save time and energy. The feature can be easily accessed in Google Maps with few taps. You can follow the steps below to protect parking locations.
Open Google Maps and tap the blue location button present on the right bottom side.
Upon tapping the location button, you will see a blue dot on the center of the screen.
Tap the blue dot button and then select save your parking option.
The option also allows you to add notes and photos and time left to ease the whole parking issue.
Speedometer
Do you rely on any third-party app to measure the speed of the vehicle? Then you should check the Google Maps’ Speedometer feature, which also gives you the speed details measured using GPS and internet connection. You can easily enable the Speedometer feature by heading to the Google Maps > Settings > Navigation Settings > Scroll Down and toggle the “Speedometer” feature under Driving Options.
It is a useful option if you are traveling in public transport and also helps to collect other details.
Sharing location
As like location sharing feature on WhatsApp, Google Maps also inbuilt its location sharing feature. It can be useful to send the live location to friends and family while commuting. It even helps the users who commute at odd hours of the day. The user can control the time and people with whom they want to share the live location.
The feature can be accessed by heading to the hamburger icon located along with the search panel. Now, select the Location sharing option from the menu and select the time and people with whom you want to share the location.
See Navigation History – Timeline
Some users will find the Navigation History feature as an attack on their privacy as Google always records the commute history. However, the users can control it and can benefit from the feature if used precisely. It can show you wherever you have gone with your smartphone in the past.
Earlier it was known with the name of Navigation history, but nowadays, you will see it with the name of the timeline. You can access the Timeline feature by following the steps below.
Head over to the hamburger menu and then tap on the “Your timeline” feature.
By default, it will show the timeline for the present day, but you can also check the previous history by tapping on the calendar icon.
You must enable location history in your device to get this feature work.
AR Viewing Mode
The futuristic AR viewing mode is currently available to Local Guides with level 5. It has various benefits and can guide along the original pathway to your destination. In metropolitans, the AR Mode can help commuters walk along the narrow streets and complex junctions.
The AR Mode is a blend of machine learning and Visual Positioning Services. The user needs to point the camera and start walking.
Traffic Patterns
Google Maps is evolving day by day, along with standard location and navigation system the service has now advanced. It can show the traffic patterns of each hour based on historical data. It can guide the commuter about parking, tolls, and other traffic details. To get traffic patterns, you can bring up the information card while navigating.
It is useful for users who reside in big cities. They can save a lot of time by utilizing and scheduling the trip during less-congestion hours.
In-App Music Controls
For music lovers, Google Maps’ In-App music controls will do the magic. The users can select the default music playing app and then can control the music from within the navigation interface. It even features buttons to play/pause the currently playing songs within the app.
To enable the In-App Music, you can head over to the Settings > Navigations Settings and toggle media playback controls.
List your Favourite places
It’s been quite some time since the Google Maps introduced lists feature to make collections and pin favorite places. You can easily save any place to the list by tapping the information card and hit the save button.
Later, you can view the saved places anytime by heading to the “Your places” list.
Explore Things Nearby
To reduce the dependence on other apps, Google is adding several new features to Google Maps itself. Similarly, Explore Things Nearby is such a feature that helps you to explore the surroundings. Users can quickly get to know about the primary attraction, restaurants, petrol pumps, ATMs, and more.
You can tap any of the attraction to navigate easily. It is a useful feature for travelers who love to explore unvisited places.
Direct Message to Shops and Restaurants
A new feature that allows the users to chat with the restaurant or any other business. Now, you can quickly solve your queries via messages. The user needs not to call every time to get some information. From now own you can chat with a tap. You can access this feature by selecting the appropriate restaurant > then open an information card and tap on the message icon to initiate chat.
Add roadblock or congestion report
Google traffic congestion reporting system is automatic, but it also needs some manual reporting to make it precise and useful. Apart from the road blockages, the users can also report congestions.
To report any such incident, tap on the + sign on your navigation panel and select “Add a report” from the below menu.
Incognito Mode
Like Google Chrome incognito or private mode, Google Maps also support this mode. The Incognito Mode on Google Maps can be accessed by tapping on the profile icon. You can freely commute without any location tracking or activity logging. However, in incognito mode, you won’t be able to use the personalized features of Google Maps.
These tricks or the inbuilt features of Google Maps can help you to save time and energy. If you get any problem or some feature is missing, then make sure to upgrade your Google Maps app to the latest version.
Vivo and Samsung reportedly have a joint 5G AI media conference on November 7. Now, a popular blogger from China revealed that Vivo could announce the new Vivo X30 5G smartphone at this media event. The X30 will likely be the first smartphone to feature Samsung’s Exynos 980 upper mid-range processor with an integrated 5G modem.
We have been hearing about the Vivo X30 5G for the past few days. It was earlier reported that the phone will launch in December, but after today’s post, we may see it as soon as November. The X30 5G will reportedly support both NSA (non-standalone) and SA (standalone) 5G dual-mode networks, all thanks to the Exynos 980 chipset inside. Given its naming scheme, the phone should likely be marketed as a relatively affordable 5G option, placed below the flagship Vivo NEX 3 5G.
According to previous reports, the Vivo X30 should come with a pop-up selfie camera along with a full-screen waterfall display, similar to the NEX 3. Other expected features include a triple camera setup at the back and an in-display fingerprint sensor.
If the X30 is really launching on November 7, expect a lot more details in the coming days.
On July 30, Xiaomi had launched the Black Shark 2 Pro gaming smartphone in China. There is no word on the international availability of the smartphone. It appears that the smartphone could be soon debuting In India as it has received approval from the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) in India.
Above shown screenshot reveals that a new Black Shark phone with model number DLT-H0 has received BIS certification. The SKW-H0 model belongs to the global variant of the older Black Shark 2 phone. Its Chinese variant had SKW-A0 model.
Hence, it appears that the DLT-H0 model number belongs to the global model of the Black Shark 2 Pro. The model number of its Chinese variant is DLT-A0. With BIS certification in tow, the Black Shark 2 Pro may debut soon in India. Probably, the company may announce it in November in the country.
Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro Specifications
The Black Shark 2 Pro is an advanced version of the Black Shark 2 phone that was made official in India in May. The Black Shark 2 Pro comes with a 6.39-inch AMOLED display with supports full HD+ resolution and has an in-scree fingerpint reader. The display supports 240Hz touch-sensing and DCI-P3 color gamut.
The improved 2.96GHz Snapdragon 855+ mobile platform powers the phone with 12 GB of RAM. There is no microSD card slot onboard, but the device is available in hefty UFS 3.0 storage choices of 128GB, 256GB and 512GB in China. The Android 9 Pie OS runs on the device along with Joy UI.
The rear side of the phone features Sony IMX586 48-megapixel + 12-megapixel (telephoto) dual camera system. Upfront is a 20-megapixel selfie camera. The device receives power from a 4,000mAh battery that supports 27W rapid charging. The design of the phone is inspired from Formula 1 racing car.
Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro Price
The Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro price in India is currently under the wraps. Its 128 GB, 256 GB and 512 GB editions are respectively priced at 2,999 Yuan (~$424; ~Rs. 30,000), 3,499 Yuan (~$495; ~Rs. 35,999) and 3,999 Yuan (~$566; ~Rs. 40,000). Electric Black and Ice Ash are the two color editions of the Black Shark 2 Pro. The smartphone will be rivaling with Nubia Red Magic 3S gaming phone that has recently gone official in India with a price tag of Rs. 35,999 (~$508) for 8GB+256GB model and Rs. 47,999 (~$565) for 12GB+256GB variant.
Xiaomi along with another Chinese manufacturer named Momoda has developed an affordable massage chair which is currently available on the former’s crowdfunding website Youpin. Like most other offerings from Xiaomi, the latest massage chair carries an aggressive price tag and is offered for 2799 Yuan ($ 400).
The massage chair from Xiaomi measures 1250 x 980 x 630 mm and weighs 42 kg. According to the company, the product has been designed thoughtfully and its recline feature can work even if it is placed next to a wall. Consequently, it helps in saving space and user’s don’t need to move it every time it is used.
The massage chair is covered with soft PU leather which conceals all its inner moving parts. The chair can be used to massage three areas of the body which include legs, lower back and neck/shoulder area. The leg massager has a total of 12 airbags which can compress and decompress to boost blood flow and alleviate stiffness in both calves and feet.
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The waist region has four heating pads which are turned on alternatively at intervals of 1 minute that once again helps in increasing the blood flow. The neck and shoulder massager makes use of 6 roller wheels which mimics the hand movements of a massage therapist. The internal arms holding these rollers can be extended or retracted to accommodate users of different height, ranging from 150 cm to 190 cm.
All the options and features on the massage chair can be operated via a centralised control unit which is placed where the right arm of the user would rest. It is offered in two colour options which include Light Brown and Light Grey.
Surprisingly, Xiaomi’s original crowdfunding goal has already been achieved over 9 folds and 15 days are still left in the campaign. Even though the massage chair is currently offered in China, the company could consider bringing to other regions if the demand persists.
What are your thoughts on Xiaomi’s latest offering? Would you be interested in buying a massage chair similar to this? Let us know in the comments below.
Vivo launched its innovative flagship, the Vivo NEX 3 in China back in September 2019. The phone came with a unique waterfall display with a curve that extends to both sides. After its China launch, the NEX 3 is making its way to Europe, with the first stop at Ukraine. The NEX 3 is up for pre-order at UAH17,999 ($715) right now and will start shipping in November.
The NEX 3 will be sold via Allo and Citrus in Ukraine, however, only Allo is offering the device at the above mentioned (UAH17,999) discounted price tag. If you are pre-ordering from Citrus, the NEX 3 will cost you UAH19,999 ($794) without the discount. Both third party retailers will start shipping the device from November 7.
citrus preorder listing
Allo preorder listing
This pricing is for the 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM variant, which is surprisingly close to its pricing in China. At its Chinese launch, the same variant was priced at 4998 yuan (~$709). So customers in Ukraine can get the device for almost the same price as in China. Note that this is the 4G variant and does not support 5G.
This Vivo NEX 3 Ukraine launch comes right after it was announced in Taiwan. Interestingly, Taiwan gets the 5G variant since the new generation network will launch very soon in the country.
With the US trade ban still in place and no respite in sight, Huawei has turned to Russia for support. Huawei is the largest technological company in China, which is allied with Russia. It is only natural that Huawei plays a greater role in this friendship. Huawei has utilized this opportunity to build inroads into Russia with the development of 5G technology and smartphone sales. The company further plans to significantly expand its research and development operations in Russia and partner with local universities in this regard.
This partnership could not have come at a better time for Russia, which is currently out-of-favor with the US. Huawei is bringing some much-needed foreign investment while helping Russian tech specialists upgrade their skills. Ken Hu, Huawei’s Vice Chairman, announced earlier in October that the company plans to invest nearly 500 million rubles (~$7.8 million) to promote 5G technology in Russia and train 10,000 specialists by 2025.
Back in June 2019, Huawei had signed a deal with Russian telecom service provider MTS to jointly develop 5G infrastructure in the country. The project is going strong and MTS launched the first 5G test zone in Moscow last month. Huawei has slowly sealed its position as a trusted brand in the Russian smartphone market. Huawei, along with sub-brand Honor had successfully overthrown Samsung Electronics in sales during the third quarter of 2018. As of August 2019, Huawei along with its subsidiaries controls 37% of the Russian smartphone market.
According to Eldar Murtazin, Editor-in-Chief, Mobile Review, “Huawei’s success in Russia is partly due to the heavy investments made in establishing Honor. The Russian market was blown away with the relatively high-quality smartphones from Honor at below-average prices that the competition was either unwilling or unable to match. No other company went head-to-head with Huawei in this price war as it is difficult to continue working when the initial sales are down”.
While Huawei’s reputation has been tainted in the West on allegations that they could be spying for the Chinese government, such rumors hold no precedent in Russia. “Moscow considers Huawei a law-abiding corporation that does not engage in international espionage since the allegations have not been proved” Murtazin added. On a broader note, Russian analysts are of the opinion that personal data is susceptible to leaks and there is no unique threat to Huawei users.
Some people are less concerned about China gaining access to Russian user data as opposed to the US since the former is a close ally. According to Vladimir Rubanov, Executive Manager at Rosplatforma, a Russian IT company “A common joke among the Russian IT community goes ‘If you are using Apple, Washington listens to your calls. If you are using Honor, Beijing is listening’. Which one do you prefer?”
The rising tension between Washington and Beijing has forced Huawei to turn to the Kremlin for innovation. The company announced its plan to triple the size of its Research and Development wing in Russia within the next six years. Huawei plans to open three new R&D centers in the country by the end of 2019, making Russia its third-largest R&D center outside China.
Huawei is also strengthening ties with leading Russian technological universities and research institutions by funding studies that benefit the Chinese company and inviting them for joint projects. Huawei is utilizing Russia’s dedicated young workforce to maintain its innovative edge, despite mounting pressure from the US. Not many countries have an abundance of programmers and tech analysts. Although Russia is not the only nation with the talent and workforce, it is a strong contender in the area.
Huawei came prepared with very deep pockets to attract Russian talent. Over the years they persuaded several stalwarts in the Russian IT industry to sign up, by doubling their salaries. According to Rubanov, “Moscow is looking at the benefits of this partnership with Huawei. Apart from pumping foreign currency into the Russian economy, Huawei is also helping tech specialists develop their skillset. The company is spending their own resources to train Russian citizens in advanced technology and giving them an opportunity to participate in world-class product development”.
Specialists trained at Huawei’s facilities will eventually move on to start their own companies. Thus, fueling the Russian IT entrepreneurship. As Huawei continues to spread its wings in Russia, its success in the future will definitely come at the expense of American companies. Huawei’s strategy is simple. Since they cannot expand their business in America, they are investing heavily in Russia. This is a conscious effort to squeeze out American infrastructure companies in Russia and bleed them commercially by offering better contracts and projects to their employees.
Redmi Note 8 Pro smartphone was launched a few months ago as the world’s first smartphone to feature a 64-megapixel camera sensor. Now, the company is all set to launch a new variant of the same.
Xiaomi has revealed that it will be launching the Redmi Note 8 Pro Terminator Edition smartphone. As the name suggests, it will be based on Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Terminator movie series.
Recently, an official Twitter account of Xiaomi had revealed that the Redmi Note 8 Pro Terminator Edition will be launched in Spain on 29th October for a price of 229 Euros, which roughly converts to $254.
It seems that the discounted price of 229 Euros for the 6GB + 64GB variant and a free back case is what this Special Edition is about. The company had said that it will be running a 24-hour flash sale and those who purchase the device will also get a free Terminator: Dark Fate custom case but it seems that the Flash Sale is already over.
However, interested users can buy this Redmi Note 8 Pro Terminator Edition through Xiaomi’s official website Mi.com and those who purchase the device through the Mi Store will also get a complimentary ticket for the Terminator: Dark Fate movie.
While nothing much is known about this upcoming Terminator Edition of the Redmi Note 8 Pro smartphone, but we expect some changes in terms of the smartphone’s design, user interface, and in-box accessories. However, the specifications of the device are expected to be the same as the standard model.
The Redmi Note 8 Pro comes with an IP52 splash resistant body and is equipped with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display with waterdrop notch. It supports Full HD+ screen resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The TUV Rheinland certification for the display ensures that it filters the harmful blue rays.
There’s a MediaTek Helio G90T processor which fuels the Redmi Note 8 Pro smartphone. It is packed with 6GB and 8GB of RAM, depending on the variant you choose and comes in two storage options — 64GB and 128GB. There’s also a dedicated microSD card slot that enables you to further expand the storage capacity on the device.
The quad camera setup on the back includes an f/1.7 aperture 64-megapixel ISOCELL Bright GW1 as primary lens, an ultrawide lens of 8-megapixel, a 2-megapixel macro lens with 2cm focal length and a depth sensor of 2-megapixel. There’s also a 20-megapixel front-facing camera for taking selfies, housed inside the notch on top of the display.
The smartphone runs Android 9 Pie operating system out-of-the-box with MIUI 10 which comes with enhanced gaming experience, thanks to the Game Turbo 2.0 and HyperEngine by MediaTek. The device is powered by a 4,500mAh battery that carries support for 18W rapid charging technology.
In the past six years, Xiaomi has established itself as a powerful TV manufacturer and it’s no surprise that it ranks number one in the smart TV category in China. After announcing the Mi TV Pro lineup a few months ago, Xiaomi is all set to release the new Mi TV 5 series on November 5. Today, the company has confirmed the new Mi TV 5 models will come with the premium Quantum Dot display panels from Samsung.
The Mi TV 5 series will use a 4K QLED panel covering NTSC 108% wide color gamut. The Quantum Dot panel is likely to be supplied by Samsung who dominates this industry. The current generation Mi TV 4 series comes with either LCD or LED panels, so with the Mi TV 5 series, Xiaomi is looking to enter the premium segment.
Xiaomi’s shift to Quantum Dot LEDs isn’t surprising. The recently launched OnePlus TV also features Samsung’s premium QLED panels. So, the Mi TV maker is trying to jump into the premium segment with its new generation models. In fact, a recent survey from one of the Xiaomi executives had already given us a glimpse of Xiaomi’s intentions. Unfortunately, we don’t have any more information on the upcoming TVs.
Huawei, the Chinese telecom giant, held an event this week in China where the company has announced a few products, including Huawei Smart Screen 65-inch model which comes in Mocha Gold color variant. The company has also revealed that the product is about to be available for purchase online in China, carrying a price tag of 6,999 Yuan which roughly converts to $992.
For those who are unaware, Huawei Smart Screen aka Huawei Smart TV made its debut in late September this year and now the company has added a new Mocha Gold variant to give it a luxurious feel. The company says it aims to offer more choices to the customer and added that this new variant looks like a beautiful art in the living room.
Coming to the Huawei Smart Screen, it comes with a 4K Quantom Dot display which offers screen resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, 100% NTSC Color Gamut coverage, and MEMC dynamic picture compensation.
Internally, the smart TV is powered by the company’s own HiSilicon chipset which comes with two A53 cores and two A73 cores, as well as quad-core G51 GPU, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage for a smoother operation.
The TV comes equipped with an exclusive 8+1+1 smart sound system that includes six full-range speaker units, two tweeter units, and one woofer. It also comes with one pair of passive radiators, 65W powerful output and 3.9L super large sound chamber.
The company says that the multi-unit speaker combination allows the device to offer more sound details and an immersive experience. It also enables the Smart TV to have 5.1-channel professional sound effects so that users can have professional stereo sound experience at their home.
Huawei also adds that through Huawei Smart Sound System, it can automatically determine the room space or home characteristics based on the sound field, and then selects the most suitable sound playback scheme in the environment.
It also comes with a pop-up AI-powered camera that provides 1920 x 1080 pixels screen resolution for video calling. It has Smart Portrait Locking technology as well as Low-Light Technology and the camera can also adopt according to the light changes.
Thanks to the HarmonyOS (aka HongMeng OS) powering this Smart TV, it can offer some interesting AI-powered features such as AI Fitness, AI Kids Control, etc. It comes with Huawei Share Smart Multi-Screen that can mirror the smartphone screen on the Huawei Smart Screen with 100ms ultra-low latency.
There are several other functions as the company is aiming to make this more than a smart TV and more into the family’s “Smart Interaction Center, Multi-screen Experience Center, IoT Control Center, Video and Entertainment Center”.
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The massage chair from Xiaomi measures 1250 x 980 x 630 mm and weighs 42 kg. According to the company, the product has been designed thoughtfully and its recline feature can work even if it is placed next to a wall. Consequently, it helps in saving space and user’s don’t need to move it every time it is used.
