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Xiaomi starts rolling out MIUI 11 open beta for users in China

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Sahil
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Alongside the flagship-grade, Mi 9 Pro 5G, Xiaomi also unveiled the MIUI 11 on the 24th of September at a Chinese launch event. While the closed beta MIUI 11 was rolled out on the date of its announcement, it was limited to users who signed up for it via WeChat. Today, however, the company has started seeding the open beta version of the OS to device owners residing in China.

In simpler words, users who are interested in trying out the latest operating system from Xiaomi can now do so before the stable version is released at a later point. In case you want to install this device, be prepared to encounter minor bugs which are yet to be resolved.

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To install the MIUI 11 beta upgrade on compatible devices, there are two methods which are listed below:

  • OTA (over the air) update to latest MIUI 11, if you are running MIUI 10 development version.
  • If you are running on a stable version of MIUI, you will have to clear your data and manually install the package. (Note: Backup all import data, if you plan to go this route.)

The company has also provided a list of devices compatible with MIUI 11 which include the following:

Xiaomi: Mi 5C, Mi MAX 2, Mi Note 2, Mi MIX, Mi 5s, Mi 5s Plus, Mi 5X, Mi Play, Mi Note3, Mi 6X, Mi 6, Mi MIX 2, Mi 8 SE, Mi 8 Youth Edition, Mi MAX 3, Mi CC 9, Mi CC 9e, Mi CC 9 Meitu Custom Version, Mi 8, Mi 8 screen fingerprint version, Mi MIX 3, Mi 8 Explorer Edition, Mi MIX 2S, Mi 9 SE, Mi 9

Redmi: Redmi Note 4X, Redmi 4X, Redmi Note 5A standard version, Redmi Note 5A high version, Redmi 5A, Redmi 5, Redmi 5 Plus, Redmi 6A, Redmi 6, Redmi Note 5, Redmi 6 Pro, Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi K20 Pro, Redmi K20, Redmi Note 8 ProMIUI 11

To refresh, some of the key highlighting features of MIUI 11 include a dedicated Children’s mode, Earthquake warning, family sharing, system-wide dark mode,  new icons and smoother animations. To read more about the new OS, click here.

Even though Xiaomi is yet to reveal an official release date of the latest OS, it is expected to be rolled out from the middle of October. Noteworthy, these dates are valid for devices deployed in China – global users are likely to wait a little longer.

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Ulefone Amor 3W/3WT proves to be as durable as the company claims (video)

By
Dimitris Economou
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The global sale of the latest rugged phones from Ulefone, Armor 3W/3WT has already kicked off and the Chinese manufacturer is actively releasing more and more video to showcase the capabilities of the new phones. Today, they released a new video that shows how durable the rugged duo is.

As you can see in the video the Ulefone Armor 3W has proven itself to be a solid and durable rugged phone. Going through a series of brutal tortures, it still is as good as new. No matter if it slides on a concrete floor or falls onto rocks, the screen and the phone body remain intact and the phone works normally. Also, thanks to the waterproofing as well as sandproofing, it perfectly resists the invasion of water and dust. It even survived a car going over it!

Ulefone Armor 3W

Armor 3W packs a Helio P70 AI SoC backed by 6GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage and a massive 10300mAh battery. There are a 21MP Sony rear camera and 8MP selfie camera on the 5.7″ 18:9 FHD+ display. The rest of the specs include face and fingerprint unlock, dual-4G/dual-VoLTE, NFC with Google Pay, global network bands, and Android 9 Pie. The Armor 3WT has walkie-talkie added to this configuration.

Ulefone Armor 3W 3WT

resale is already ongoing since Monday and you can get the Armor 3W for just $239.99 while the Armor 3WT costs just $40 more, at $279.99. The promotion will end on September 30th and you can find out more about it here.

Xidu Tour Pro receives the biggest sale in the history of the company at just $389.99!

By
Dimitris Economou
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The Shenzhen-based company, Xidu, recently released its best laptop to date, Xidu Tour Pro. And to thank those loyal fans who have always been supportive, the company decided to throw its largest sale in history! So, from September 26th to 30th and October 1st to 7th, you have the chance to get it at just $389.99 instead of the original $449.99 price. Note that there are 2 different discount periods during which different coupons apply: For the 1st period, coupon OCVORJ9T is applicable while for the 2nd period, coupon IA8O2XTH is applicable. You can use them on Amazon US. New users will have the opportunity to experience the build quality and performance of Xidu products.

Xidu Tour Pro

As for what the Tour Pro brings to the table, for starters, there’s the display. Tour Pro retains the killer feature of its predecessor which is the excellent screen quality. It comes with a 12.5″ IPS display with 2560*1440 resolution that offers great clarity, brightness, and color performance. This high resolution is usually found in flagship laptops however XIDU sticks to the 2K screen without hesitation. The maximum brightness is up to 400 nits so users can see the screen even under strong light. In addition, NTSC color gamut reaches 72%. Right now, the most common panels on the market come with either 45% of NTSC or 72% of NTSC with the former being cheaper and color reproduction is poor. The company could have chosen the cheap version to cut costs but didn’t. Moreover, the screen is multi-touch, another feature found in more expensive devices.

Xidu Tour Pro

Performance-wise, the CPU used is Intel’s 8th generation Kaby lake R processor clocked at 1.8GHz accompanied by 8GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 128GB SSD. But when talking about performance, we should check out more aspects than just the CPU type. For example, the previous model adopted passive heat removal and as a result, the heat didn’t dissipate on time, causing CPU to drop frequency and performance. This mistake is corrected in the Tour Pro that comes with a fan inside the fuselage. Adding a fan isn’t difficult. What’s difficult is adding a fan while at the same time keeping the body thin but XIDU managed to do it. After adding the fan, the heat removal of the Tour Pro is greatly improved. Testing reveals that CPU core temperature stays below 40 °C even under heavy use.

Xidu Tour Pro

Besides Amazon, Xidu has a discount offer on their official store as well as on Aliexpress. There, the top 10 customers can get $30 off using coupon FLASH30 on their official store or $30 off on Aliexpress using the coupon found on the product page. And for all who buy through the official store, a free laptop bag and a mouse will be sent as well. Get more coupons for other Xidu products here.

Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha Unboxed in video, Reveals Unique Protective Case as well

By
Sahil
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On the 24th of September, Xiaomi announced the Mi Mix Alpha which is an extraordinary looking handset with a flexible OLED display that extends all the way to its back. While consumers seemed intrigued by the unconventional smartphone, they were also concerned about its durability.

Earlier today, Xiaomi posted an official unboxing video of the Mi Mix Alpha that revealed its box contents. Noteworthy, the smartphone will ship with a protective case from the factory which is equally unique as the device itself.

According to the video, the Mi Mix Alpha is packaged in a large box that seems to be made out of cardboard with soft fibre lining. The box also carries the device name which is marked in Gold colour. Overall, the packaging looks really elegant and adds up to the smartphone’s sumptuous persona.

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In addition to the smartphone, the box includes the following contents:

  • Power Brick
  • USB Cable
  • USB C to 3.5 mm adapter
  • Protective case

Talking more about the protective case, it looks more like an exoskeleton which is probably the only practical way to design a case for it. The front of the case has a flap that can protect the display while its edge is made out of transparent material which will allow to quickly go through unread notifications.

Noteworthy, even with the case installed, the rear of the Mi Mix Alpha stays exposed which could lead the display to be scuffed or scratched if not handled gently. Nonetheless, it does provide protection against accidental drops as the bezels of the case will absorb the jolt rather than the body of the device.

If you are interested in reading about the features and specifications of the handset, you can do so by clicking the following links:

What are your thoughts on the Mi Mix Alpha and its newly unveiled protective case? Do let us know in the comments below.

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OPPO Reno2 F price in India is Rs. 25,990 (~$369)

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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On Aug. 28, OPPO India had held a launch event in India to announce Reno2 series of smartphones such as Reno2, Reno2 Z and Reno2 F. The Chinese firm did not confirm the pricing of the Reno2 F at the event. Finally, the company has today revealed that the Reno2 F carries a price tag of Rs. 25,990 (~$369).

The Reno2 F will be available for pre-orders between Sept. 28 and Oct. 3 on Amazon India. The online and offline sales of the phone will kick off on Oct. 4. Sky White and Lake Green are the two color variants of the Reno2 F. Buyers of the Reno2 F with HDFC bank card can avail 10 percent cash back on EMI transactions and consumer loans.

Bajaj FinServ is offering zero percent down payment options whereas customers can avail the handset through EMI plans from IDFC First Bank, HDB Financial Services and Home Credit. Jio users can get extra on Rs. 198 and Rs. 299 recharges on purchase of the smartphone. With Rs. 255 recharge, Vodafone and Idea subscribers can benefit from Rs. 3,750 cashback and 250 GB of extra data. With Rs. 249 recharge, Airtel subscribers can take advantage of data double and unlimited calling. Lastly, there is additional 10 percent discount on exchange value from Instacash.

OPPO Reno2 F

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OPPO Reno 2F Specifications

The OPPO Reno2 F has a notch-less AMOLED display with in-display fingerprint scanner. The handset delivers 19.5:9 aspect ratio and full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The screen is shielded by Gorilla Glass 5. The ColorOS 6.1 based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the device. The 4,000mAh battery of the phone supports 20W VOOC 3.0 Flash Charge technology.

The MediaTek Helio P70 chipset powers the smartphone along with 8 GB of RAM. The device offers 128 GB of native storage and has a dedicated microSD card slot for more storage. The 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel vertical quad camera system is placed on its back. It has a pop-up selfie camera of 16-megapixel.

OPPO will be announcing the Reno Ace flagship phone and OPPO K5 in China on Oct. 10. Some reports have claimed that the OPPO Reno2 F will also made official at the same event for the home market

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Samsung said to release a cheaper Galaxy Fold with wider global release

By
Joel Joseph
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Samsung’s Galaxy Fold is finally being sold in select markets across the globe. After the initial delays in its release, the foldable started selling in South Korea, and will soon be sold in the U.S. and India as well. But being a first-generation device, the Fold is incredible expensive starting at near $2000. But those who were hoping for something cheaper, we might have some good news.

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The New Galaxy Fold With Slight Design Changes

According to SamMobile, Samsung is currently working on a slightly cheaper version of the Galaxy Fold. Not only that, this new device is said to have a wider global release. The same report further adds that Samsung could equip the new device with 256GB storage instead of 512GB to keep the pricing lower. Also, it could come bearing the model number SM-F700F. 

Releasing a cheaper foldable makes sense. With the current Galaxy Fold, Samsung is likely testing the reception for a new generation foldable design. And despite the initial issues, the phone looks to be doing well in markets like South Korea and the U.S. A cheaper device with a wider release would be the ideal next step for Samsung to make this new generation design available to a much large audience.

 

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Samsung Galaxy A70s with 64MP triple cameras and 6.7-inch display launched for Rs. 28,999 (~$411)

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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After weeks of leaks, the Samsung Galaxy A70s smartphone has finally gone official in India. It has debuted as the upgraded version of the Galaxy A70 phone that had launched few months ago. After Realme XT, the Galaxy A70s is the second phone in India to arrive with a 64-megapixel camera. The other exciting features of the smartphone include massive display, up to 8 GB of RAM and comes with 25W fast charging technology. It has arrived with a starting price of Rs. 28,999 (~$411).

Samsung Galaxy A70s Specifications and Features

The Samsung Galaxy A70s features a glass body with an enticing patter on its rear. It features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with Infinity-U notch. It offers full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and is embedded with an in-display fingerprint reader. The elongated screen delivers a tall aspect ratio of 20:9.

The Snapdragon 675 that fueled the Galaxy A70 phone is also the driving force of the Galaxy A70s. Some of the known phones that feature the same SoC are Vivo V17 Pro, Motorola One Zoom and Redmi Note 7 Pro. The 6 GB and 8 GB RAM variants of the smartphone come 128 GB of native storage. It has a microSD card slot for providing users with additional storage.

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The One UI based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the Galaxy A70s. The 4,500mAh battery of the smartphone is equipped with 25W rapid charging. For capturing selfies, users can make use of its f/2.0 aperture 32-megapixel front camera. The triple camera system of the phone has an f/1.8 aperture 64-megapixel main lens that is coupled with a 123-degree 8-megapixel ultrawide sensor and a 5-megapixel depth assist lens. The connectivity features available on the Galaxy A70s are dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB-C and 3.5mm audio jack.

Samsung Galaxy A70s Price and Launch Offers

The Galaxy A70s variants such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage are respectively priced at Rs. 28,999 (~$411) and Rs. 30,999 (~$440). Prism Crush Red, Prism Crush Black and Prism Crush White are the three color editions of the smartphone. Starting from Sept. 28, it will be available through major offline stores, Samsung Opera House and online shop of Samsung.

Jio users who purchase the Galaxy A70s can take benefit from double data offer on recharges of Rs. 198 and Rs. 299. Airtel is also double data offer on recharges of Rs. 249 and Rs. 349. Vodafone and Idea users can take advantage of Rs. 75 cashback on a recharge of Rs. 255 through MyVodafone and MyIdea apps.

What do you think about the specs and pricing of the Galaxy A70s? Share us your thoughts by posting your comments below.

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Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro 5G Hands-On Pictures: An uncommon combo- Cheap, Sleek and 5G!

By
Jed John Ikoba
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During the Mi Mix Alpha 5G launch event, Xiaomi also announced the Mi 9 Pro 5G. The phone’s pricing makes it the cheapest 5G flagship around and that was reflected in the performance of its sale today. All available units were sold out in a matter of seconds. We’ve got some cool unboxing pictures of the Mi 9 Pro 5G for your delight. Mi 9 Pro 5G

The smartphone is unarguably a beauty to behold even though we may be getting tired of seeing almost the same notch design on phone over and over again. Notwithstanding, Xiaomi tweaked the phone with several interesting stuff like a new paint job which adds class to the overall outlook. The device also comes with a slimmer build which meant the 3.5mm audio jack is missing. The phone uses a Type-C charging port which delivers faster charging. It also comes with an IR blaster and dual SIM slots but we believe the second SIM slot is a 4G slot.Mi 9 Pro 5G

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As a reminder, the Mi 9 Pro 5G packs a  6.39-inch Super AMOLED display with dot notch. With 19.5:9 aspect ratio display on board, the phone offers a screen-to-body ratio of 90.7 percent. You get an under-screen fingerprint sensor, Snapdragon 855 chipset and up to 12GB of RAM onboard. Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro 5G

The Mi 9 Pro also features a 4,000mAh battery that comes with support for 40W wired charging which takes 48 minutes to fully charge the device by using the in-box 45W charger. The Mi 9 Pro 5G also supports 30W wireless charging and 10W reverse charging. It takes 69 minutes to fully charge the Mi 9 Pro 5G through 30W wireless charging. The pricing starts at 3699 yuan ($520) for the 8GB+128GB version.Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro 5G

Read more about the Mi 9 Pro 5G from our launch article. Meanwhile, check out more pictures of the device from the gallery below.

 

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Realme 3 Pro update brings new features & latest Security patch

By
Sahil
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Delivering on its promise, Realme mobiles is now bringing the latest features of the ColorOS which were unveiled with Realme 5 Pro to the to the Realme 3 Pro. The update package carries the build no ‘RMX1851EX_11_A’ and it includes a variety of additions and improvements that range from design elements to performance. The comprehensive list of changes are as follows:

To begin with, the update package brings the latest security patch from Google that is September 2019.

The ColorOS launcher now has an Optimized lock screen clock widget. It also introduces a built-in date and weather widget for the home screen and the interface for smart Assistant has been further optimised.

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Even though users could previously clone apps like WhatsApp to support multiple accounts, the support for this feature was limited to a handful of applications. The latest update extends the App clone support to even more apps which include the following:

  • PayTM
  • Google Pay
  • PhonePe
  • Amazon
  • Flipkart

The drag-down menu from the top which is also known as notification centre has been redesigned and it now has round icons. Incoming notifications can now be dismissed by swiping them towards the right or left.

 


One of the key highlighting features of this update is the inclusion of Google’s Digital Wellbeing. This allows device owners to monitor their interaction with the smartphone in a detailed yet easy to understand manner. This data can be used to reflect usage patterns and if needed the user can alter their habits in order to maintain well balanced physical and mental health.

Lastly, a couple of improvements that have been made to the system are as follows:

  • Added the manual lock feature by long-press the power button
  • Manual limit the network speed of hotspot connected device
  • Display the data consumed by connected devices
  • Customizable data consumption reminder

While the OTA update is being rolled out in phases and if you have not received an update notification on your device, you can also download it manually from the link provided below. Just click on the download package from the File Manager and it will initiate the update process.

Download full RMX1851EX_11_A.19 package for Realme 3 Pro (2.73GB)

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Meizu 17 render leaks revealing even slimmer bezels than the Meizu 16s Pro’s

By
Jed John Ikoba
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Meizu‘s president Jack Wang has been an ardent apostle of smartphones having symmetrical designs on smartphones. That is the reason why despite the notch design trend which has been deployed to trim down the bezels and deliver full-screen designs by OEMs, Meizu has stayed off using the design. Whether the decision not to join the design trend is for the best interest of the company or not is a debate for another day. What interests us now is speculation that the Chinese company may continue its perfectly symmetrical design on the Meizu 17. A leaked render said to be of the Meizu 17 points in this direction. Meizu 17

The render shows the Meizu 17 will retain the slim bezels used on the Meizu 16 series. Just that this time around, the top and bottom bezels will be trimmed down further to almost the same size as the side bezels. This means we’ll be seeing a higher screen ratio on the 17. The screen will also be curved slightly at the sides.

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The Meizu 17 will retain the micro-slot earpiece design on the Meizu 16 series. Also, of interest is the front camera which still finds its way into the slim bezel at the top edge, tucked into the upper right corner. Since the available space is quite small, Meizu would need to use a sensor with a smaller size. At present, the only sensor that fits the description is Samsung’s new 43.7MP  ISOCELL slim GH1 image sensor which has a single pixel size of only 0.7μm.

In addition, according to the previous leaks, Meizu 17 will likely come with a triple rear camera setup. The main camera is likely Samsung’s 64MP sensor. There is no much detail about the Meizu 17 at the moment but we expect more to emerge a the day roll by.

The phone will no doubt be a beauty to behold just like the Meizu 16S Pro. Perhaps, you should check out to Meizu 16S Pro hands-on post to appreciate the sleekness of Meizu’s latest flagship.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 tipped to launch in India soon

By
Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Samsung had globally launched the Galaxy Watch Active 2 at the beginning of August 2019. The smartwatch came with a plethora of updates over its six-month old predecessor. We now hear that Samsung plans to bring the device to India soon, thanks to technology tipster Ishaan Agarwal. According to the leak, the company will sell both the stainless steel and aluminum variants of the Active 2 in India.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Specifications and Features

The Galaxy Active 2 is available in two dial sizes. While the 44m variant features a 1.4-inch display, the 40mm features comes with a 1.2-inch screen. Both smartwatches use Super AMOLED panels with a resolution of 360 x 360 pixels with always-on display, touch-enabled bezels and Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ protection. The device draws power from a 1.15Ghz dual-core Samsung Exynos 9110 SoC with 768MB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage. The LTE variants sport 1.5GB of RAM.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 – 44mm Steel

Connectivity features include optional LTE, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth v5.0, NFC, GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS and BeiDou. The Galaxy Active 2 is water resistant up to 5ATM, comes with an IP68 certification and is MIL-STD-810G compliant. The device is capable of tracking up to 39 workout activities, including seven that are automatically detected. These are walking, running, cycling, swimming, using the elliptical machine, rowing machine and general workout sessions. The smartwatch has a built-in heart rate monitor and can perform an ECG (electrocardiogram).

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 – 40mm Aluminum

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The 40mm device draws power from a 247 mAh battery, while the 44mm smartwatch features a slightly larger 340 mAh unit. The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 runs on Samsung’s One UI, which is based on the Tizen OS. The smartwatch is available in Aqua Black, Cloud Silver and Pink Gold for the aluminum model. The stainless-steel variant comes in gold, black and silver.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Price and Availability

There is no official news on the price and availability of the Galaxy Watch Active 2 yet. But judging by the prices of the Galaxy Watch Active, the upcoming smartwatch is likely to be priced around the Rs. 22,000 (~$311) mark.

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Samsung Galaxy Fold confirmed to debut in India on October 1

By
Anvinraj Valiyathara
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2019 was thought to be the year of foldable smartphones. But the hopes were quickly shattered with all major contenders facing technical difficulties with their design. Despite facing several reliability issues in the past, the Samsung Galaxy Fold was globally launched earlier this month. The South Korean tech giants plan to bring its first foldable smartphone to India on Oct. 1. The company has already sent our press invites for the launch event. The Galaxy Fold is scheduled to go on sale in the US on Sept. 27 following some heavy hardware upgrades to overcome the fragility issues.

While the additional precaution is a welcome move, Samsung seems to be taking a cautious step with the smartphone’s relaunch, given the device’s brief yet problematic history. Among the more common problems was the crease within the display, and the screen protector that some people happily peeled off, resulting in the display going dark.

Samsung Galaxy Fold Price in India  (Rumored)

There is no official announcement regarding the prices yet. But, judging by the prices in the US, the Galaxy Fold is likely to be priced around Rs. 1,40,000 (~$1,985) in India. The smartphone will be available via retail stores, but can only be purchased via pre-bookings. Galaxy Fold customers are entitled to receive exclusive access to a specialized customer assistance network, including 24×7 virtual support and mano-a-mano interactions with service personnel.

Samsung Galaxy Fold

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Samsung Galaxy Fold Specifications 

The Galaxy Fold is officially the first smartphone with a foldable display to be sold globally. The smartphone features a 7.3-inch Infinity Flex display on the inner surface, along with a 4.6-inch HD+ Super AMOLED display on the outer surface. The device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of native storage. 

The Galaxy Fold has six cameras in total, starting with a 10-megapixel camera on the front surface. The device uses a combination of a 10-megapixel and an 8-megapixel camera on the inner surface along with a triple camera setup at the rear. This consists of a 12-megapixel primary sensor along with a 16-megapixel wide-angle sensor and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens. The smartphone draws power from a 4,380 mAh battery and runs on a custom Android OS that supports Multi-Active window and app continuity. India will be receiving the non-5G version of the device.

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Xiaomi Mi TV Pro goes on sale in China; 55-inch model sold out in a flash

By
Jed John Ikoba
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September 24 will always be remembered by fans of Xiaomi for the spectacular products that were outed by the company. Undoubtedly, the Mi MIX Alpha was the star of the day and reasons abound why it is so. Also, the company took the wraps off the Mi 9 Pro 5G and Mi TV Pro as well as a couple of other gadgets.Mi TV Pro

The Mi TV Pro is yet another spectacular product as it comes with support for 8K content. The smart TV went on sale today in China. The 55-inch model seems to be the most sought-after model as it was listed as “sold out” in a short while after the sales commenced. The other two models are still on sale.

The TV is available in three models – 43 inches, 55 inches and 65 inches. The 43-inch model is priced at CNY 1,499 ($ 210), while the 55-inch model costs CNY 2,399 ($ 337). The 65-inch model is on sale for CNY 3,399 ($ 478). These prices are no doubt quite shocking as they show the TV offer full value for your money.

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The Mi TV Pro comes with a 4K LCD panel and a full-screen, near-bezel-less design. The frame and rear panel is made of optimized aluminium alloy with a 3D carbon fiber texture. All models are powered by the new Amlogic T972 chipset. The chip is jointly developed by Xiaomi TV and Amlogic and is the first to support 8K video content playback. It uses the most advanced 12nm process technology in the current TV chip, quad-core A55 processor architecture, clocked at up to 1.9GHz. Compared to the previous generation, the overall performance of the chip is increased by 63% and power consumption decreased by 55%. The TV Pro series also comes with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. Further, the Mi TV Pro comes with a Bluetooth remote with support for voice input.

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Samsung Galaxy A90 5G coming to China, spotted on TENAA

By
Habeeb Onawole
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Samsung’s Galaxy Note10+ 5G is currently the only Samsung 5G phone you can buy in China but that won’t be the case for long. While the upcoming flip phone, the Samsung W2020  flip phone will also support 5G, TENAA has revealed that the Galaxy A90 5G will also be coming to China.

Samsung Galaxy A90 5G

 

We noticed a Samsung phone with the model number SM-A9080 on TENAA’s database. While the spec sheet is not yet visible, we know it is the Galaxy A90 5G based on the model number. There is also a support page for the device already live on the official Samsung China website.

Galaxy A90 5G TENAA Galaxy A90 5G Support Page

The Galaxy A90 5G already launched in Samsung’s home country of South Korea early this month and is now making its way to other markets.

The Galaxy A90 5G has a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Infinity-U display with an FHD+ resolution. It is powered by the Snapdragon 855 processor and is available with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. There is support for storage expansion which allows you to add an extra 512GB of storage.

It has triple rear cameras – a 48MP f/2.0 primary camera, a 5MP f/2.2 depth camera, and an 8MP 123° ultrawide angle camera. Inside the U-shaped notch is a 32MP f/2.0 selfie camera. The phone has an in-display fingerprint scanner, NFC with support for Samsung Pay, and supports audio out via the USB-C port. It only has support for a single SIM card along with the MicroSD card slot.

Samsung has included a 4500mAh battery with support for 25W wired charging. It runs Android 9 out of the box and is available in white or black.

In Korea, the Galaxy A90 5G is priced at 899,800 KRW which converts to about $750. The China price should be around this too when it launches.

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Oppo Reno 10X Zoom slated to receive Android 10 update next month

By
Jeet
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Oppo Reno 10X Zoom, the flagship smartphone of the first-generation Reno series smartphones, was launched earlier this year. Now, the company has now revealed details about rolling out the latest Android 10 update for the same smartphone.

As per the details shared by the company, the ColorOS update based on Android 10 for the Oppo Reno 10X Zoom will be rolled out in mid-October to those who have participated for testing. Later, the open beta version will be pushed out to the users in late October.

OPPO Reno 10x Zoom

A couple of days ago, Shen Yiren, Vice President of OPPO had confirmed through a Weibo post that the Reno 10X Zoom smartphone will be getting the upcoming ColorOS 7 update. That was also the first confirmation about the existence of ColorOS 7 by the company.

The OPPO Reno 10X Zoom, the smartphone is available in China in two color options — Fog Sea Green and Extreme Night Black. As for the pricing, the 6GB RAM + 128GB variant costs 3,999 Yuan (~$595) while the 6GB RAM + 256GB storage model is priced at 4,499 Yuan (~$670). The top-end variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage is available for a price of 4,799 Yuan (~$715).

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The phone flaunts a 6.6-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with 2340 x 1080 pixels screen resolution, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, and Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection on top. It also comes with an in-display fingerprint sensor. The device is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 octa-core processor with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

As for the cameras, there’s a triple camera setup on the back where the sensors are placed vertically. It features a 48-megapixel primary lens with optical image stabilisation, a 13-megapixel periscope-type telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom and OIS and an 8-megapixel ultra wide-angle lens. As the name indicates, the USP of the phone is the 10X zoom.

On the front side, the smartphone has a “shark fin” shaped pop-up camera module that houses a 16-megapixel selfie snapper with an LED flash. The phone is powered by a 4,065mAh battery and supports 20W VOOC 3.0 Flash Charge technology. The smartphone comes running Android Pie-based ColorOS 6.0 out-of-the-box.

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Xiaomi Mi MIX Alpha display units now available at select Chinese Mi Stores

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Airyl Jaszly
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Exciting news for Chinese Mi Fans, there are new display units of the Xiaomi Mi MIX Alpha available at select Mi Stores all around China! This means that even you can get your hands on a unit of the new device. If you’re interested in taking a look at the device and happen to be in China, we’ve listed all the stores down below.

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  • Shenyang Joy City Store
  • Chengdu IFS Store
  • Xi’an G park flagship store
  • Wuhan Chuhe Han Street Flagship Store
  • Beijing Shimao Tianjie Store
  • Hangzhou Raffles City Store
  • Beijing Colorful City Store
  • Hefei State Shopping Store
  • Nanjing Jingfeng flagship store
  • Shanghai Jing’an Joy City Flagship Store
  • Chongqing Beicheng Tianjie Store
  • Guangzhou Tianhe City Store
  • Shenzhen flagship store
  • Shenzhen Baoan International Airport Store
  • Kunming Shuncheng Wangfujing Store
  • Fuzhou Vientiane Life City Store
  • Jinan Henglong Store
  • Taiyuan Wanxiang City Store
  • Shanghai Oriental Pearl Store

The Mi MIX Alpha is one of a kind smartphone. It doesn’t have any physical buttons like volume rockers, instead, all the controls can be manipulated via the touch screen display. In addition to the extravagant design, it packs top of the line specifications that allow it to compete against any other high-end smartphone that money can buy.

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Huawei reveals details of its Kirin A1 chipset for wearable devices

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Jeet
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Huawei has announced a new chipset especially for the wearables — Huawei Kirin A1. The chipset is touted to be the world’s first Bluetooth 5.1 and Bluetooth Low Energy 5.1 wearable chip. The first batch of devices powered by this processor includes Huawei FreeBuds 3 and Huawei Watch GT2.

As said, the Chinese company claims that the Kirin A1 is the first wearable chip that supports both wireless audio devices and smartwatches and is certified by Bluetooth 5.1 and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 5.1 standards.

Huawei Kirin A1

Measuring 4.3 x 4.4 mm, the chipset is integrated with Bluetooth processing unit, audio processing unit, ultra-low-power application processor and independent efficient power management unit.

It is smaller than the recently released Kirin 990s and Apple’s H1 chips, with 30 percent higher performance and 50 percent lower power consumption than Apple’s AirPods. The chip can output Bluetooth ultra high definition audio (BT-UHD) up to 2.3Mbps for optimal sound quality. It can also provide the fastest Bluetooth transmission speed in real-time, up to 6.5Mbps.

Huawei Watch GT 2
Huawei Watch GT 2

There’s Kirin AI self-developed dual-channel synchronous transmission technology which solves the problem of stutter and disconnection of headphones caused by Bluetooth and signal interference.

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The Huawei FreeBuds 3 true wireless stereo headset comes with a new design called Dolphin Bionic, which draws inspiration from a dolphin’s vocal cavity. It comes with a unique circular case with a glossy finish. Also, each earbud of the FreeBuds 3 can be paired to the phone on a separate channel.

Huawei FreeBuds 3
Huawei FreeBuds 3

The Watch GT 2 comes with 1.39-inch display with a 3D glass uni-surface. The features onboard the smartwatch includes underwater heart rate monitoring, Bluetooth call from a distance of up to 150m. The watch also comes pre-installed with 13 running courses and 15 workout modes.

The company has revealed that the newly launched Kirin A1 chipset can be used in a variety of devices such as wireless headphones, neck-mounted headphones, smart speakers, smart glasses and smartwatches.

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A closer look at the Chuwi UBook Pro all-round 2-in-1 tablet

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Dimitris Economou
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Chuwi is soon going to launch its highly anticipated tablet – UBook Pro on Indiegogo. UBook Pro is the all-around 2in1 tablet that is portable and office-oriented designed especially office workers and students in school. The information we have right now about the UBook Pro features we know that it will come with a 12.3″ fully-laminated IPS display with 3:2 aspect ratio. Also, it features a lightweight U-shaped kickstand. Chuwi uses the latest generation of Intel Core M 3 8100Y accompanied by 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD. As you can see, it perfectly balances between performance and affordable price.

 

Let’s take a closer look at the UBook Pro via the official photos that Chuwi provides:

Chuwi UBook Pro
UBook Pro is equipped with a 12.3″ bright, fully-laminated IPS screen. It supports up to 2048 levels of stylus pressure sensitivity.
Chuwi UBook Pro
The 3:2 aspect ratio makes reading on this screen more comfortable.
Chuwi UBook Pro
9mm thickness with a light body of only 780g, more convenient for daily carrying and office work on-the-go.

 

From what we’ve seen so far, the UBook Pro seems well-built, is light-weight, and very portable. The company says it is ideal for office workers and students but we think it is ideal for anyone seeking a powerful and portable 2in1 display. The 3:2 display and the U-shaped kickstand are also very practical. At the time being, UBook Pro is in preheating stage on Indiegogo and during this time, early subscribers can get a 25% off email-only discount. To get it, visit the promotion page and subscribe.

Richard Yu claims Huawei shipments would exceed 300 million units if US ban were lifted

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Airyl Jaszly
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At a recent Huawei Mate 30 press conference, Richard Yu, CEO of Huawei’s consumer business, said that if the US ban were to be lifted, Huawei’s mobile phone shipments would exceed 300 million units this year. On top of this, he also announced that despite the bans in place, Huawei’s mobile business has continued to grow, and they’ve retained their 2nd spot worldwide.

Richard Yu also announced the company’s sales records from January to August this year: smartphone shipments increased by 26%, notebooks increased by 249%, smart audio increased by 256 percent, and smart wear increased by 278%. These are some pretty good numbers, but they also took place before the ban so it’s possible we’ll see a decline later.

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In the Hong Kong market, Huawei’s also be growing pretty well. In the first eight months of 2019, Huawei’s mobile phone market share in Hong Kong averaged 22.8%, sales increased by more than 40% year-on-year, and the sales growth rate of new products such as smart watches and wearable devices reached 110%.

This is also actually corroborated by Richard himself as according to him, if the trade war had not taken place, the Huawei P30 series would have already exceeded 20 million shipments. It’s interesting to see how Huawei has been growing as of late, and we’re eager to see how things turn out later in the future for them.

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Redmi Note 8T with Snapdragon 730G rumored to be in works

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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The Redmi Note 8 Pro is powered by the gaming centric Helio G90T chipset. Fresh information shared by reliable tipster Mukul Sharma states that Xiaomi is working on a Snapdragon 730G version of the Redmi Note 8. The handset could be dubbed as Redmi Note 8T.

At present, there is no information on the specifications of the Redmi Note 8T. Realme will be launching the Snapdragon 730G powered Realme XT 730G smartphone in India in December. Probably, the Redmi Note 8T could be in works to rival with Realme XT 730G.

Xiaomi has recently launched Redmi 8A smartphone and it is expected to launch the Redmi 8 series in October. The Chinese firm manufacturer is also rumored to debut the Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8 Pro in the coming month. The tipster claims that the Redmi Note 8T may debut in October in India.

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Redmi Note 8 and Note 8 Pro Specifications and Features

The Redmi Note 8 has a 6.3-inch display and the Redmi Note 8 Pro has a 6.59-inch screen. Both phones offer full HD+ resolution. The MIUI 10 based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the device. They are fitted with rear-facing fingerprint scanners.

Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8 Pro
Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8 Pro

The Redmi Note 8 has Snapdragon 665 chipset and up to 6 GB of RAM whereas the Note 8 Pro is powered by Helio G90T Pro and up to 8 GB of RAM Both phones are equipped with up to 128 GB of storage. The Redmi Note 8 houses a 4,000mAh battery whereas the Note 8 Pro is equipped with a 4,500mAh battery. They carry support for 18W fast charging.

The Redmi Note 8 has 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixal quad camera setup and a front-facing camera of 13-megapixel. The Redmi Note 8 Pro is fitted with a 64-megpaixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad rear cameras and it sports a 20-megapixel front camera.

The Redmi Note 8 models include 4 GB RAM + 64 Gb storage, 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. They are respectively priced at 999 Yuan (~$140; ~Rs. 9,900), 1,199 Yuan (~$168; ~Rs. 11,900) and 1,399 Yuan (~$196; ~Rs. 13,900). Meteorite Black, Fantasy Blue and White are its color editions.

The Redmi Note 8 Pro variants such as 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage models are respectively priced at 1,399 Yuan (~$196; ~Rs. 13,900), 1,599 Yuan (~$224; ~Rs. 15,900), and 1,799 Yuan (~$252; ~Rs. 17,900) in China. Its color variants are Ice Jade, Fritillaria White and Electro-optic Ash.

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