Sony is working on a Snapdragon 865 flagship

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Sep 29, 2019

OPPO is keen to get on board the 5G bandwagon this year. The company already has the OPPO Reno 5G model that comes with this new generation network support. But it looks like this list is going to expand very soon as OPPO is looking to add 5G to most of its upper mid-range and flagship smartphones in 2020.

OPPO’s 5G expert Shen Jia revealed recently in an event that OPPO will add support for 5G on all products priced above 3000 yuan ($421). He further adds that OPPO has prepared a budget of 10 Billion yuan for R&D, of which a big chunk will be invested in the development of 5G products. The company aims to explore the true potential of 5G by combining it with next-generation technologies and applying it in areas such as 5G HD video calls, cloud gaming, super-fast 5G downloads and so on.

This is actually not very surprising. 5G is extremely important for China and it is said that over 70% of the global 5G smartphone sales will come from the Chinese market. Every major manufacturer is looking to grab a piece of this emerging technology, and OPPO most likely wouldn’t want to fall behind. Even Vivo has several 5G smartphones in the market, right from the affordable iQOO Pro 5G to the high-end NEX 3 5G.

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OPPO K5 visits Geekbench; TENAA adds more variants

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Sep 28, 2019

The OPPO K5 is an upcoming upper mid-range phone. OPPO has already confirmed some specifications of the device such as a 64MP primary rear camera and a Snapdragon 730G processor. Ahead of the release which is scheduled for October 10, the device has been seen on Geekbench.

The device appears on the benchmarking site as the OPPO PCNM00, the same model number as when it showed up on TENAA’s database.

The benchmark result shows the device runs Android 9 Pie and has 8GB of RAM. It also shows it is powered by the SM6150 which is Geekbench wrongly identifying the Snapdragon 730 (SM7150) as the Snapdragon 675 (SM6150).

The OPPO K5 will have a 6.4-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a waterdrop notch and an in-display fingerprint scanner. It will have quad rear cameras arranged vertically in a similar fashion as that of the Redmi Note 8.

Originally, the TENAA listing revealed that the phone will be available in a single variant which has 8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. The listing has now been updated to include a 6GB RAM + 128GB version and an 8GB RAM + 256GB version.

Along with a 64MP primary rear camera, the OPPO K5 will also have an 8MP ultrawide camera, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro camera. The selfie camera is a 32MP front-facing camera.

The phone will pack a 3920mAh (4000mAh) battery with support for OPPO’s new VOOC 4.0 Flash Charge which outputs 30W of power. With this, owners will be able to charge the phone from 0 to 67% in 30 minutes and 0 to 100% to 73 minutes.

The OPPO K5 will be available in green, blue, and white when it launches.

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Did Xiaomi just tease the POCO F2 is coming next quarter?

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Sep 28, 2019

“When is the POCO F2 coming?” ”Is the POCO F2 coming soon?” “Is the POCO F2 launching this year?” The questions above and their many variations have become a regular sight in the replies to tweets from the official Xiaomi India Twitter account or that of its executives. It has become so annoying that the general manager of POCO India, C Manmohan (@cmanmohan), even tweeted about it.

Me: #Xiaomi India has sold 100 Million Smartphones!!
Me: #MiBand 4 is on sale today!!
Me: #DumdaarRedmi8A is coming!!
Me: Diwali offers are going to be cray cray!!

Le fans: When is POCO F2 coming?

And I am like : pic.twitter.com/EliegP0crg

— C Manmohan (@cmanmohan) September 19, 2019

Today is a lucky day for POCO fans as Manu Kumar Jain, the head of Xiaomi India, may have just unintentionally teased when the much-waited POCO F2 will arrive.

The Xiaomi executive shared a photo of him and the team lead of Redmi Business, Sneha Tainwala, having a discussion and in that photo lies the clue to the POCO F2’s arrival date.

We have a new CXO at @XiaomiIndia: #CDO! 🤩 Chief Diwali Officer! 🤓

This is me having a debate with @SnehaTainwala, who leads #Diwali planning for smartphones! 👇

Am scared to get into meetings with #bosswoman Sneha. I spoke abt targets & became a target myself. 🤣#Xiaomi ❤️ pic.twitter.com/cGbYKXHYJs

— #MiFan Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) September 28, 2019

Directly behind both company executives is a whiteboard with what appears to be a timeline of product launches. If you zoom in close, you will see the timeliness shows a Mi Pad slated for May and June while further down we see the (POCO) F2 written under the last quarter of the year.

Don’t get too excited as nothing is set in stone. First, the Mi Pad (4/4 Plus) didn’t launch in India this year, which means the information on the board are actually outdated or maybe, just maybe, they are not even for this year but for next year. If the timeline is for next year, that means POCO fans have an extra year of waiting. Yeah, we know it is sad but sincerely, the Redmi K20 Pro is there to purchase.

There are other products in the image like the MI MIX 3 Forbidden Palace Edition which is shown on the table alongside the Redmi K20/K20 Pro, and the Redmi Note 8 Pro because that is the only Redmi phone with a green hue. The Redmi Note 8 Pro has been confirmed to launch in India but will likely not arrive until next month at the earliest.

Buying a Galaxy Fold may still be an expensive (mis)adventure

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Jed John Ikoba

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Sep 28, 2019

Samsung launched the reworked Galaxy Fold 5G smartphone in South Korea earlier this month and since then the phone has been launched in several countries, including France, Germany, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Apparently, the Galaxy Fold not be entirely free of the technical issues that plagued the first model.

A Galaxy Fold owner, Brian Heater who also is an author/reviewer at TechCrunch has reported an early damage to his unit. The reviewer hinted that he noticed a tiny, bright coloured amorphous blob on the screen after it was left in his pocket for a while. The patch is notcieable just between the lock screen’s flapping butterfly wings.

Brian happened to be one of th reviewers who got the the first-gen Galaxy Fold earlier on. At the time when a good number of the units had issues, his unit remained intact but was withdrawn by Samsung when they went back to the drawing board to fix the usses that propped up then. This time around he isn’t so lucky but good thing the screen still worked well. The unit has since been collected by Samsung in order to ascertain what went wrong. But if we are to guess, a sligtly heavy amount of pressure may have caused the screen patch.Samsung already issued warning for users not to apply excessive pressure to it.

The overall design of the Galaxy Fold still remains the same as the ill-fated original version. That is a 7.3-inch Infinity Flex Display on the inside a 4.6-inch Super AMOLED panel on the outside. However, Samsung says it has fixed the hinge and the protective layer of the flexible screen. The foldable mechanism is now hidden behind a rubbery protective layer in order to protect it from dust and other particles getting in the mechanism through the foldable part. Samsung also extended the layer on top that protects the digitizer from scratches beyond the edges, so that it can’t be peeled accidentally.

With all the improvements aimed at optimizing the build quality,it remains to be seen if the device can at least provide a considerable level of durabiliity. For a device that costs up to $2,000 the question that still begs for answer is if the Galaxy Fold is worth buying or still a risky venture. From the tech point of view, the device is an awesome one and the reviews have been above par. However, the fragility is still the foldable phone’s Achilles heel. Good thing though, this is about the first report we’re seeing about an issue with the reworked Galaxy Fold.

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Gearbest’s Latest Promo Offers 50% Off, Unlimited Deals and Limited Coupons

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Vinay Patel

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Sep 28, 2019

Gearbest continues to live up to its reputation for offering China’s best products at unbeatable prices. Keeping in line with that, the Chinese online store keeps coming up with amazing promotions.

Dubbed as Gearbest Exclusive Brands Best Deals, the latest promotion sale offers up to a whopping 50 percent off on a wide range of products. On top of that, it features big coupons, giving you a chance to save more money at the time of checkout.

These fascinating products have carefully been split into specific categories so that you can find exactly what you are looking for without wasting a lot of time.

There’s something for everyone on the activity page. More importantly, the products are available at heavily discounted prices. Let’s check them out.

The first category is called Best Deals and it features an impressive array of products that you can buy without emptying your pockets. You can find everything under the sun — from Bluetooth wireless earbuds, USB car charger, to a 3D printer.

The products available under the following section dubbed New Arrival are nothing short of impressive either. Some gadgets that usually carry steep price tags are currently available bearing reduced prices.

For instance, the Alfawise N816 Smart Home Security 1080P WiFi Wireless Mini IP Camera would normally set you back $37.99, but you can now buy it for just $30.99. This is an 18 percent drop in the original asking price of the product.

Designed for everyday use, consumer electronics (or home electronics) aren’t easy on the pocketbook. To make these steeply-priced items that are intended for everyday use at lowered prices, Gearbest has included the Consumer Electronics section on the promo page.

Lighting can have a profound impact on our bodies and mood. While the market is teeming with all sorts of lighting accessories, they don’t come cheap. Much to the relief of cost-conscious buyers, a myriad of top-end lighting items is now available for reduced prices under the Smart Life&Lights section on the activity page.

Likewise, you can grab great discounts on 3D printers and their parts under the 3D Printers & Parts category. The Car Electronics & Outdoors category offers a comprehensive range of products at considerably reduced prices as well.

For example, the Alfawise M1 Folding Electric Scooter usually retails for $418.91, but you can get your hands on it for just $345.99 now. This is a noteworthy 17 percent reduction in the e-bike’s original selling price.

As part of the promo, Gearbest is also doling out big discounts on a myriad of computer and office equipment, under the Computer & Office category. The section features various other items such as TV boxes, memory cards, etc.

The concluding category on the activity page is called Clearance. Here you can find top-branded robot vacuum cleaners, curtain lights, and multiple other items carrying reduced prices. You can check them all on the promotion page by clicking here.

OnePlus 7T vs Asus ROG Phone II: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Sep 28, 2019

OnePlus came up with a brand new flagship in India just two days ago, but this time, the company did not announce a Pro variant. So we are not talking about a top-tier flagship carrying a very expensive price, but OnePlus 7T is still a king of performance thanks to its amazing hardware department. Another performance monster which recently hitten the Indian market is the Asus ROG Phone 2, a device made specifically for gamers, so with a stunning hardware side. Given that they are available at similar prices, we decided to compare their specs in order to let you understand which one fits your needs the most.

OnePlus 7T vs Asus ROG Phone II

	OnePlus 7T	Asus ROG Phone 2
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	160.9 x 74.4 x 8.1 mm, 190 grams	171 x 77.6 x 9.5 mm, 240 grams
DISPLAY	6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), 402 ppi, 20:9 ratio, Fluid AMOLED	6.59 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 391 ppi, 19.5:9 ratio, AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, octa-core 2.96 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, octa-core 2.96 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB	12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB – 12 GB RAM, 1 TB
SOFTWARE	Android 10, Oxygen OS	Android 9 Pie, ROG UI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ad, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 48 + 12 MP + 16 MP f/1.6 and f/2.2 and f/2.2 16 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 48 + 13 MP f/1.8 and f/2.4 24 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY	3800 mAh Fast charging 30W with Warp Charge 30T	6000 mAh, Fast Charging 30W with Quick Charge 4.0
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot, support to external accessories, RGB light

Design

If you prefer a traditional phone and you want the most elegant and futuristic design, OnePlus 7T is undoubtedly your best choice. It comes with very slim bezels around the display, a waterdrop notch, and an astonishing glass back available in gradient hues. On the other hand, the Asus ROG Phone II has an aggressive gaming-centric design. You will find an RGB light and a design which is all but elegant, but on the other hand, it carries very nice features for gamers, such as Air Triggers and the support to external accessories.

Display

Each of these phones carries an astonishing display. OnePlus 7T comes with one of the highest peak brightness (it reaches 1000 nits), as well as the HDR10+ standard making the image quality outstanding. On the other hand, Asus ROG Phone 2 boasts a higher 120 Hz refresh rate and a 240 Hz touch-sensing, so it provides a smoother experience and more reactivity. That is why Asus ROG Phone 2 is better for gamers. Even though it does not have HDR10+ like the OnePlus 7T, it still offers a great color reproduction thanks to higher DCI-P3 coverage. It even comes with better stereo speakers. The difference is not abyssal, but I personally prefer the display and the multimedia experience offered by the Asus ROG Phone 2.

Specs & Software

OnePlus 7T and Asus ROG Phone 2 are equipped with the same top-tier chipset: the Snapdragon 855+ by Qualcomm boasting high graphics performance and the highest clock frequency on a last-generation mobile platform (up to 2.96 GHz). What changes are the memory configurations: while OnePlus 7T offers max 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage, the Asus ROG Phone 2 has up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of UFS 3.0 internal storage. Obviously, you will have to spend more to get a higher-end memory configuration. Asus ROG Phone 2 also has a better cooling system and it allows switching between a stock Android user interface and a custom UI for gamers.

Camera

While according to our opinion Asus ROG Phone 2 wins the display and hardware comparisons, it is not able to compete with the OnePlus 7T if we talk about the camera department. OnePlus 7T is definitely superior with its OIS-enabled 48 MP main sensor, a 12 MP telephoto sensor and an ultrawide 16 MP lens. the ROG Phone 2 has just two cameras on the rear side with no lossless zoom and no OIS, so it is pretty disappointing if you consider that we are talking about a flagship phone. OnePlus 7T even comes with a brighter focal aperture for the main sensor, so it can capture more light for better shots in low light conditions.

Read More: ASUS ROG Phone 2 will be launched in India on September 23

Battery

The camera is OnePlus 7T’s strong point, but Asus ROG Phone 2 provides a much bigger battery and it is more suitable for advanced users, long gaming sessions and all the other potential users who want to forget the charger at least for one day. With a 6000 mAh battery, the Asus ROG Phone 2 is one of the best flagships in terms of battery life. And it even features a very fast charging technology and reverse charging (you can use it as a power bank).

Price

It is not possible to choose a clear winner of this comparison: it mostly depends on the kind of user you are. If you prefer advanced performance and long battery life, then you should choose the Asus ROG Phone 2. But if you need the best camera and design, OnePlus 7T is better for your needs. I would personally go for the Asus ROG Phone 2 for its long battery life and its amazing memory configurations. At the moment, you can get both the handsets for less than Rs. 38,000/$550/€500.

OnePlus 7T vs Asus ROG Phone II: PRO and CONS

OnePlus 7T

PRO

Great display
High performance
More elegant design
Better cameras
More compact

CONS

Smaller battery

Asus ROG Phone 2

PRO

High performance
Bigger battery
Amazing display
Support for external accessories

CONS

That design is not for everyone

Pre-Order Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro at a Lowered Price from GeekBuying [Coupon]

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Vinay Patel

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Sep 28, 2019

Smartphones have become an inseparable part of our fast-paced lives, aside from being the reliable mode of staying touch with your loved ones. Regrettably, integration of newfangled features has led to a noteworthy increase in the prices of these indivisible devices.

As a result, those on a tight budget resort to buying inexpensive alternatives that usually disappoint in terms of performance. If you have restlessly been waiting to get your hands on a top-end smartphone without emptying your pocket, GeekBuying’s got your back.

As part of its recently kicked-off promo dubbed, New Smartphone Sale, the Chinese online store is giving you a chance to grab up to a whopping 50 percent off on a wide selection of smartphones, including Xiaomi’s recently unveiled Redmi Note 8 Pro. Marketed as the Redmi Note 7-series successor, the new phone has gone up for the pre-order bearing lowered price on GeekBuying.

GeekBuying is offering discounts on two variants of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro smartphone. We will not only shed light on the aforesaid discounts but also show how you can save more money at the time of checking out.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Smartphone [6GB RAM+128GB ROM]

Equipped with a larger 6GB of RAM for seamless performance, this model offers a hearty 128GB of internal storage capacity for you to save your favorite multimedia content. While it would normally set you back $358.99, GeekBuying is giving you a chance to pre-order it for just $296.99.

Moreover, you can extend this 17 percent discount by applying coupon code 3SAQOV8Y at the time of checking out. The coupon helps you save $17 more by reducing the retail price of the phone to just $279.99.

You can follow this link to avail the discount and use the coupon before it expires. Note that the promo is slated to end in eleven days.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Smartphone [6GB RAM+128GB ROM]

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Smartphone [6GB RAM+64GB ROM]

The slightly smaller variant that comes with 64GB of onboard storage capacity, paired with 6GB of RAM usually carries a $349.99 price tag, but you can now pre-order it for $276.99 from GeekBuying. This is a 21 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price.

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro smartphone boasts an impressive array of features that make it simply irresistible. Let’s check them out.

6.53-inch FHD+ screen with 2340 x 1080 pixels resolution
MTK Helio G90T processor
ARM Mali G76 MC4 GPU
64.0MP+8.0MP+2.0MP+2.0MP cameras at the back
20.0MP front camera
MIUI 10 based on Android 9 OS

You can follow this link to check out the rest of the specifications and place your pre-order. It is worth noting that the promo is slated to end in eleven days.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Smartphone [6GB RAM+64GB ROM]

New Smartphone Sale, Up to 50% Off

Visionox, the display supplier of Mi Mix Alpha can even make 18 inch Flexible AMOLED panels

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Sep 28, 2019

Earlier this month, Xiaomi launched the Mi Mix Alpha which is an extraordinary looking smartphone. Following its launch, it was revealed that the display of the device was not developed and manufactured by any of the bigwigs in the industry i.e BOE, Samsung or LG. Instead, it is manufactured by Visionox that also supplied display for Xiaomi’s two-way folding smartphone.

According to a latest piece of information, Visionox has set up an all new assembly line in Guangzhou, China which will be used to manufacture flexible AMOLED displays. Notably, to bring the production line together, a total of 11.2 billion yuan has been invested which has been raised via public capital, state-owned enterprises of Guangzhou and Visionox.

Reports claim that this production line is one of its kinds and it will further decrease the dependence of Chinese manufacturer’s on foreign suppliers like Samsung and LG. The assembly line is capable of producing flexible AMOLED displays that range from 6 inch, all the way upto 18 inch.

We have already seen a 7.92 inch flexible display with the Mi Mix Alpha, but we are yet to experience devices with this type of display as big as 18 inch. Overall, the Visionox assembly line seems to be of great importance. As displays manufactured here will open up a whole new world of possibilities in the domain of consumer electronics.

Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha featured — Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha is like a permanently folded phone

As the largest size display that Visionox can manufacture is 18 inch, we could see other foldable devices like laptops and large screen tablets get the flexible treatment.

What are your thoughts on electronic devices with flexible devices? Let us know in the comments below.

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Vivo NEX 3 5G 12GB + 256GB is finally up for reservations in China

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Sep 28, 2019

Vivo NEX 3 5G was announced earlier this month with the world’s first waterfall display. The curved screen smartphone went officially on sale last week. But today, Vivo has announced that NEX 3’s 12GB + 256GB variant is officially up for reservations in China.

This high-end version of Vivo Nex 3 5G is priced at 6198 yuan which comes to around $870. Unfortunately, the device is only available in black, unlike the lower-end models which have an additional blue color variant. The phone goes on sale on October 10 at 10 AM via Vivo’s official store in China.

Vivo NEX 3 5G’s biggest highlight is it’s 6.89-inch super curved waterfall display. The phone comes with pressure-sensitive virtual buttons on the side instead of physical ones. There’s Snapdragon 855 Plus processor inside and a 64MP triple camera setup at the back. 4500mAh battery and 44W charger take care of your charging needs.

Overall, the NEX 3 5G is a pretty good offering at its sub-$900 price tag in China. However, it remains to be seen if it can take on the Huawei Mate 30 models which are selling really well in China at the moment. In case you find this expensive, Vivo has a pretty affordable 12GB + 256GB variant of the iQOO Pro 5G, you can read more about it here.

Huawei confirms 500 Million Yuan worth of Mate 30 devices sold in one minute of Online sale in China

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Sep 28, 2019

On the 26th of September, Huawei launched its latest flagship smartphones, the Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro in its home country, China. On the same day of launch, the devices were put on sale both via online and online platforms.

Surprisingly, the company’s official online store which is Vmall managed to rake in aggregate sales worth over 500 million Yuan in just one minute of the sale. Therefore, based upon their price, it can be estimated that Huawei roughly sold 60,000 to 1,00,000 units of Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro combined during that time period.

According to the company, once the devices were out of stock from the online store, customers started flocking to nearest offline Huawei stores that received an overwhelming demand.

Overall, the astounding sales total and positive response from customers indicate that Huawei is off to strong demand for its latest flagship smartphones at least in its home country.

While not much can be said about the popularity of Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro in other regions at this point. The fact that these devices will not ship with Google services including the Play Store, could make potential customers think twice before purchasing them.

All in all, we will have to wait patiently and see, how customers outside of China receive the Mate 30 smartphones. With that being stand, the two handsets have praiseworthy specifications. If you are interested in reading more about them, you can do so by clicking here.

Huawei’s Global Flagship Store opens in Shenzhen, Long queues spotted for Mate 30 series

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Sep 28, 2019

Huawei just opened its global flagship store in Shenzhen, China and it’s already flooded with people who are looking to purchase the Huawei Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro flagship smartphones.

There’s a reason why Huawei is calling this building as its Global flagship store. The place is huge with multiple levels and open space where you’ll find almost all of its products under one roof. From the images, we can see that Huawei is showcasing its recent smartphones as well as its Smart TVs at the store. Fans can even check out Huawei tablets and Matebook laptops at the store. In short, it is a one-stop destination to check out the hundreds of Huawei and Honor products available in China.

The launch of the new Global Flagship Store coincides with the Mate 30 series launch in China. So it’s no surprise that fans flooded the store in the hopes of getting a unit. Photos also reveal that Huawei’s CEO Richard Yu also made an appearance at the store earlier today. However, it is said that the Mate 30 models are in short supply at the moment in China.

The phone has unsurprisingly garnered a tremendous response in its home market. The Mate 30 series exceeded 500 million yuan in sales within a minute of its availability on the official VMALL store in China and over 1 million units were reportedly sold within three hours after the official sales began.

As always, the camera is the biggest selling point of the new Huawei models. In fact, the Mate 30 Pro has also surpassed the Galaxy Note 10+ 5G to become the highest-rated camera smartphone on DxOMark today.

[Update: Officially Cancelled] Realme C2 Pro retail box pops up online

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Sep 28, 2019

Update: Realme’s CMO, Francis Wang, took to Twitter shortly after the pictures surfaced to reveal that the C2 Pro will not be launching. Apparently, the box was designed but they won’t be moving forward with the product.

Haha I need clarify this.
C2 Pro is a dropped product. We did the design of the box but won't get a chance to use it.
There is a lot of mathematics & analysis behind every product we launch. https://t.co/iGy3mQq9hQ

— Francis Wang (@FrancisRealme) September 28, 2019

Original post begins here

The Realme C series may soon get a new member. The first of the affordable series, the Realme C1, which itself is just a Realme 2 with a redesigned notch, less RAM and storage; was launched last year. Realme has added two more phones – the Realme C1 (2019) and Realme C2 – to the lineup this year. It is now set to add a third which will arrive as the Realme C2 Pro.

Proof of this is a photograph of the phone’s retail box that has surfaced on the web, thanks to Mukul Sharma (@stuffListings). The photo which seems to have been taken at Realme’s office shows a bunch of Realme phones such as the Realme C2, Realme 2 Pro, Realme U1, Realme 3, Realme 3i, Realme 3 Pro, Realme 5, and Realme XT.

In addition to all these phones which have already been released, there is a box of the yet-to-be-announced Realme C2 Pro in the bottom right corner.

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Unfortunately, there are no specs of the device available at the moment. However, we do not want you to get your hopes high as this may just be a version of the Realme C2 with more RAM and storage.

The Realme C2 has a 6.1-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch. It is powered by the Helio P22 processor and comes in 2GB + 16GB and 3GB + 32GB versions. There is a dedicated MicroSD card slot for up to an extra 256GB of storage.

The phone has a 13MP + 2MP dual-camera setup on its rear and a 5MP front-facing camera. It packs a 4000mAh battery and runs Android 9 Pie out of the box.

We expect more details about the Realme C2 Pro to surface soon and maybe even a launch, though most likely an online one.

Samsung Galaxy Fold pre-registrations begin in India, Australia and UAE

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Sep 28, 2019

In the Q1 of 2019, Samsung unveiled its first foldable smartphone which is called the Galaxy Fold. While the device was originally set to be commercially available in the following months, due to some display related issues, Samsung had to push back this date to Q3 of 2019.

The reiterated Samsung Galaxy Fold with a slightly modified design was first put on sale in its home country, Korea on the 6th of September. Subsequently, it was also made available in Europe and the US on 9th September and 27th September, in respective order.

Samsung is now expanding its availability to other countries and interested customers residing from Australia, India and UAE can pre-register to purchase a unit of Galaxy Fold.

While Samsung India has already notified that the unique handset will launch in the country on the 1st of October, Samsung UAE and Samsung Australia are yet to provide a specific launch date. With that being said, the company is expected to launch the Galaxy Fold by the mid of October in the two latter countries as well.

New Galaxy FOld Featured — The New Galaxy Fold With Slight Design Changes

The customers do not need to pay any money for the registration process and price in different regions will be revealed along with their launch.

Interested users can click on the links provided below to pre-register for the Galaxy Fold based upon specific regions:

Noteworthy, Samsung has also declared that the premium device will not be sold online and customers must pre-order it to be able to purchase a unit. Besides, it will be sold in limited quantities, though Samsung has not provided a specific number of units up for grabs. Therefore, if you plan to buy one we would recommend pre-registring as early as possible.

To recall, the specs and features of the Galaxy Fold are as follows:

It features two displays, out of which, the main cover display measures 4.6 inch while the second 7.3 inch Dynamic AMOLED foldable panel is present on the inside.

The Galaxy Fold features the Snapdragon 855 SoC which consists of an Octa-core CPU and Andreno 640 GPU. In terms of storage, it has 12GB of RAM and 512GB of onboard storage. The device is powered by 2 batteries with a total rated capacity of 4,380mAh. In addition to fast wired charging, it also supports wireless charging.

The Galaxy Fold has a total of six cameras. The triple rear camera setup consists of a 16MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide sensor with a 12MP, f/1.5-2.4 sensor and a 12MP, f/2.4 telephoto sensor. The selfie camera present on the front has a resolution of 10 MP. The two remaining sensors are placed above the foldable display and have a resolution of 10 MP and 8 MP.

OnePlus 7T will get 960 fps slo-mo and 4K Wide-Angle video shooting via Future Update

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Sep 28, 2019

On Thursday, OnePlus officially announced the new OnePlus 7T model. The phone is meant to be an update to the OnePlus 7 that was launched earlier this year, priced in the sub $600 segment. However, the phone offers tremendous value for money at this price tag, offering a fluid 90Hz 1080p display and the latest Snapdragon 855 plus processor. There are a bunch of new OxygenOS features as well, such as Quick Glance, Quick Action, SMS categorization, and dedicated work and Home app spaces.

OnePlus 7T featured — OnePlus 7T comes in a gradient Glacier Blue color

One of the biggest upgrades on the new OnePlus 7T model is in the camera department. The phone comes with a triple camera setup at the back with a dedicated macro and ultra-wide-angle lens. However, the phone is set to receive two important features in a future update: 4K wide-angle and super slo-mo 960fps video shooting.

OnePlus recently confirmed to folks over at XDA that these two features will come via a post-launch update. At present, the OnePlus 7T supports two slo-mo modes: 1080p video at 240fps and 720p video at 480fps. The new update should add 960fps slo-mo videography at 720p resolution. While this doesn’t sound as crazy as Mate 30 Pro‘s 7680fps AI-powered super slo-mo videos, it should bring the phone at par with many flagships of 2019.

Also, the phone currently supports wide-angle videography only at 1080p 30fps resolution. So 4K 30fps wide-angle video mode should give better quality videos with a wider field of view.

OnePlus Frost black featured — OnePlus 7T is also available in Frosted Silver

The OnePlus 7T and the OnePlus Q1 range of smart Android TVs are up for sale in India starting today.

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iOS 13.1 will annoyingly notify you if your iPhone 11’s screen is fake

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Sep 28, 2019

Apple is rolling out iOS 13.1 already but there is a new feature it has added that may become annoying when you change your screen.

A support document posted by Apple says that iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max users will get a notification if they replace their screen with a genuine one.

Apparently, the system will try to verify that the replaced screen is a genuine replacement part and when it can’t, it will notify you on the lockscreen for 4 consecutive days. Afterward, it will move the message to the main settings menu for another 15 days after which it will move it to Settings > General > About.

The new feature only applies to the new iPhone 11 series. There is no mention of previous models getting it.

Apple advises that only certified technicians who have completed Apple’s service training and who use Apple genuine parts and tools should replace displays. Repairs should also be done by Apple, authorized service providers and certified technicians.

Below is a list of problems that Apple says can occur due to to the installation of a non-genuine screen:

Multi-Touch Issues

Multi-Touch might not respond on parts of the screen
Multi-Touch performance, such as missed screen touches or touches not registering in the right location
Touches might unexpectedly register during a phone call
Display might not turn off during phone calls
Accidental edge or palm touches might register

Display Brightness and Color Issues

True Tone display doesn’t function correctly
Lost or degraded function of the ambient light sensor, causing the screen to dim or brighten incorrectly
Incorrect display color calibration, such as the display to appearing too yellow or blue
Display isn’t uniformly bright
Lower maximum brightness
Unintentional battery drain

Xiaomi Water Purifier C1 with three faucet outlets, 4-level RO filtration launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Sep 28, 2019

Xiaomi Water Purifier C1 is officially for reservation via Xiaomi Mall in China. The Water Purifier C1 is a successor to the Mi Water Purifier “Lentils” that was released in August this year. The Mi Water Purifier C1 comes with a higher price tag of 1299 yuan ($182) and will go on sale on September 30.

The Mi Water Purifier is an upgraded version of the Water Purifier “Lentils” and still uses the same filtration process as its predecessor. However, you get the option of connecting the water purifier to three different faucets. One can serve as a source of clean drinking water.

Apar from the three water outlet design, the Water Purifier C1 is similar in design to he Lentils. It comes with the same dimension of 471x452x170mm. It still retains the portable 3L storage tank. The Water Purifier C1 uses reverse osmosis (RO) filtration technology with four different purification chambers. The water travels through high-density folding The water that comes out is of packaging-grade drinking water standards. The manufcturer says it comes with an appreciable TDS value.

The water production efficiency to wastewater ratio is 1:1 meaning none of the water is wasted. The water output rate is 1.3L/minute and so with a 3L tank, the purifier can release drinking water to meet frequent needs. The total daily water production is about 47 cans which can meet the daily needs of a home of around 3 to 5 persons.

In addition, the Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier C1 supports the kitchen-type installation. You even get a free installation service but this is exclusive to China.

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Giveaway – Win an UMIDIGI F2 Smartphone with Quad Camera

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Sep 28, 2019

Gizmochina along with UMIDIGI is conducting 1 unit UMIDIGI F2 Smartphone as giveaway gift to a lucky reader. Like always, you just have to follow the steps mentioned on the Gleam widget to get a chance to win this amazing gift.

Powered by Helio P70 processor, UMIDIGI F2 comes with 6.53-inch Fullview display having the resolution of 2340×1080 pixels. The most attractive point of UMIDIGI F2 is that, the handset is fueled by 5150mAh big battery which is superior to most of the flagship smartphones. It means that it is definitely enough for daily use. What’s more, the UMIDIGI F2 ships with 18W fast charging. There is 48MP+13MP+5MP+5MP quad rear cameras with f/1.79 aperture which can take beautiful photos. Coming with the 13MP ultra wide angle camera, 5MP depth camera and 5MP macro camera, you can enjoy more shooting modes. Also, the super night mode of UMIDIGI F2 performs well. With 32MP front-facing camera, the handset can captures the most delicate facial details. UMIDIGI F2 comes with an integrated side-placement power button with a fingerprint sensor. That is amazing.

You can click here to get more information about the UMIDIGI F2.

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Smartisan has a launch event scheduled for October 31, “TikTok” smartphone coming?

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Jed John Ikoba

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Sep 27, 2019

Chinese innovative startup Smartisan was recently revealed to have partnered with TikTok creator ByteDance, or Douyin as it is known in mainland China, to launch a branded smartphone. Since then nothing has been heard from the Chinese company, well, until now. Smartisan has scheduled a launch event for October 31 in China. We are not sure what the company will announce but it could be the ByteDance-branded phone.

Smartisan has got a large stash of patents but the deal with ByteDance saw the company transferring most of its patents to ByteDance. Thus, it is believed that whatever the company will unveil will be related to the TikTok owner.

Moreover, as at July when it was confirmed that the two firms were in cooperation, the smartphone was reported to have been in development for over seven months. In that case, it is possible the first smartphone under the partnership is set to drop.

The phone maker may as well be planning to launch its own branded smartphone. We’ll keep our ears don for more information about the upcoming product.

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

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