Banggood Launched Lenovo & KingWear Smartwatch Brand Sale With Great Discounts and Big Coupons

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May 30, 2019

Bose is known for its range of comfy and powerful headsets. The company has now unveiled its latest headphone models. Top of the line is the Bose Active Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 which comes in at a steep $399 price tag. The price is slightly higher than that of the $350-Bose QuietComfort 35 II.

The Bose Active Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 comes with some improvements over the QC35 II which justifies the higher price tag. First off, the design is a refreshed new design with a modern headband and stylish new earcups. The new headphones are also equipped with touch controls that let you swipe or double tap on the ear cups to adjust the volume and playback. This is similar to the Sony MDR-1000XM3, the new Bose headphones are meant to take on.

In addition, the new Bose ANC Headphones 700 feature improved noise cancellation, better than what you’ll find on the QC 35 II. This model allows for multi-level noise cancellation. Also, you can temporarily disable it to hear your surroundings better, just like on the Sony headphones.

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The 700 also comes with better voice isolation for clearer calls due to the use of four microphones. There is also a button on the side which can be used to get access to Google Assistant or Alexa. In addition, Bose 700 also has a new “Bose AR” feature which relays information about your surroundings as you want around. This it does by using motion sensors on the headphones and your location details.

Other products announced by the company include the Bose Earbuds 500, which will be launched in late 2019. There is also a new Bose Noise Cancelling Earbuds 700, which look like the 500 with noise cancelling but this model will be released in 2020.

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Huawei TV coming soon? 55-inch and 65-inch TV get certified

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Airyl Jaszly

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May 30, 2019

Huawei‘s been in the news for all the wrong reasons lately, but things are finally stabilizing a bit. We’ve got news of a new phone, the company gets reinstated to the WiFi and SD associations. Now, we’ve got even more news from the company, this time regarding some new products. Would anyone like to see a Huawei TV? Because Huawei’s apparently been making a pair of them this whole time.

We’ve never really known Huawei to be a TV maker, but the company has just had two of the things certified at China’s National Quality Certification Center. There’s a 55-inch model and a 65-inch model, and both are from Hefei BOE Video Technology Co., Ltd. For those not in the know, Hefei BOE is one of China’s leading LCD makers. They’re also responsible for this really cool smart hospital, which is neat.

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Inside sources currently claim that Huawei aims to sell at least 10 million Huawei TV products this year. That’s a pretty grand target considering all the ban business going on at the moment. We also wonder whether we could see Huawei’s ARK OS / HongMeng OS make an appearance here. On top of all this, we’re also very curious what changes Huawei plans to make to the traditional TV system.

We ask this mainly because Richard Yu, CEO of Huawei, really seems to hate traditional TV. According to Mr. Yu, “the traditional TV experience is very bad. Many people in the first-tier cities do not use TV,”. Outside of this, we’re not quite sure what to expect. We’ve known Huawei wanted to make these TVs, but we’re really not sure about anything else.

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Tianma showcases its 7.4-inch Foldable Display Panel at Computex 2019

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Joel Joseph

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May 30, 2019

We have been seeing a lot of interesting announcements at Computex 2019. Tianma was the only Chinese display manufacturer at the event this year and showcased an interesting product — a 7.4-inch Foldable display.

Tianma foldable display — Image Credit: Digitimes

Digitimes reports that Tianma’s 7.4-inch WQHD AMOLED display panel comes with a bending radius of 3mm, with a bending angle of 0 – 180 degrees, module thickness of less than 0.25mm, and an aspect ratio of 21:9. Like the Galaxy Fold, Tianma’s flexible display folds inward. So, manufacturers using this display will most likely have to add an additional screen on the front of their smartphones.

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Tianma reveals that its foldable screen substrate is made out of plastic instead of glass for flexibility. This also makes it quite thin and portable. The 7.4-inch screen comes with a resolution of 3360 x 1440 while ensuring the bezels are thin at 0.9mm.

Tianma’s entry into the foldable display market will ensure there are a number of options for manufacturers when it comes to their foldable smartphones. The first foldables with this Tianma display is expected to hit the market in the first half of 2020.

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Buy Chuwi AeroBook Laptop, Coupon Code GBNBCWAK01

Buy Chuwi AeroBook Laptop for Just $425.99 from Gearbest [Coupon]

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Vinay Patel

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May 30, 2019

Launched in April this year through the crowd-funding platform Indiegogo, the bezel-less Chuwi Aerobook laptop has gone up for sale on Gearbest.

Chuwi Aerobook

If you are in the market for an inexpensive laptop that doesn’t disappoint in terms of performance, you might want to give the Chuwi Aerobook a test drive. Especially, given that it is now available bearing a dropped price on Gearbest.

The AeroBook laptop would normally set you back a pretty penny but you can now buy it for a lowered price of just $429.99 from the popular Chinese online store. This is a noteworthy 24 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price of $565.80.

If that doesn’t impress you much you can use coupon code GBNBCWAK01 and reduce the retail price of the laptop to just $425.99. In other words, you can use the aforesaid coupon to get an extra $4 off during the check out process.

Chuwi AeroBook

An absolute bargain at this price, the Chuwi AeroBook laptop sports an easily readable 13.3 inch IPS display with a high screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The device packs a powerful Intel Core m3 – 6Y30 Dual Core processor along with Intel HD Graphics 515 GPU, under the hood.

Moreover, the Chuwi AeroBook laptop ships with 8GB of LPDDR3 RAM and offers a hearty 256GB SSD storage capacity for you to save your favorite music, videos, and other multimedia content. It houses a 2.0MP camera for video chatting and photos.

The AeroBook runs Microsoft Windows 10 operating system and is backed by a robust battery that offers up to 7 hours of video playing time. In terms of connectivity, the laptop features HDMI Output that can be used to connect it to high-definition monitor or projector.

You can visit this link to check out the full specification and grab the discount, which will be valid for the gray color version of the laptop.

Gearbest and Banggood Launches Children’s Day Promotions Featuring Great Discounts and Unmissable Deals

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Vinay Patel

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May 30, 2019

It looks like Gearbest and Banggood are all set to celebrate children’s day. In order to commemorate this special day, the aforesaid Chinese online stores have come up with amazing promotions.

International Children’s Day Toys Flash Sale on Gearbest

Buying toys for your kids can prove to be a backbreaking task, given that the market is teeming with all sorts of toys. Choosing the right toy for your child without emptying your pocket is now possible, thanks to Gearbest’s latest promotion.

Dubbed as ‘International Children’s Day Toys Flash Sale,’ the promo has been split into multiple categories including Top Deals, Save 10% with 2 Pcs, Cool RC Toys, Home for Children, etc. More importantly, you can buy the toys included in these categories at lowered prices.

Keeping in line with that, the ‘Top Deals’ section features a slew of popular toys that usually carry steep price tags but are currently available at lowered prices. For the sake of an instance, the CaDA Assembling Racing Car Model Educational Toy would normally set you back $$92.83, but you can now buy it for only $61.99.

This is a noteworthy 33 percent drop in the toy’s original asking price. Regrettably, there were only 162 pieces remaining at the time of writing. The promo is slated to end in just six days.

If you are interested in buying two toys at lowered prices, you can head straight to the next section called ‘Save 10% With 2 Pcs.’ For example, you can avail a 36 percent off on the Xiaomi Populele APP LED Bluetooth USB Smart Ukulele, which usually sells for $140.76 under this category.

In other words, you can buy the Xiaomi Populele APP LED Bluetooth USB Smart Ukulele for an unbeatable price of just $89.99. Those who order over 2 pieces will be eligible for a 10 percent discount.

RC toys enthusiasts are in for a treat as well. The promotion page features a section called ‘Cool RC Toys,’ wherein you can buy top-end RC toys without emptying your pockets. Likewise, you can get your hands on highly useful items under the rest of the categories including Home for Children, Kids Tablets and More, Outdoor Goods for Children, and more.

In order to check out the rest of the products and grab the discounts, all you need to do is to visit the promotion page by clicking here.

Check Out International Children’s Day Toys Flash Sale on Gearbest

Children’s Day Promotion on Banggood

Living true to its reputation for offering the best bang for your buck, Banggood has launched the ‘Children’s Day Promotion.’ As part of this recently kicked-off promo, Banggood will be doling out significant discounts on a wide selection of products that usually carry steep price tags.

The ‘Flash Deal’ section features the upcoming deal which will start at 00:00 (UTC+8) on June 1. The upcoming flash deal will offer a 10 percent off on the Atmos Version Original Xiaomi Aqara Smart Home Temperature & Humidity Sensor and 12 percent off on Puni Maru Giant Chocolate Banana Squishy, which normally retails for $37.99, but will be available for only $33.38.

The next section called ‘High Recommendation’ features various items that would normally burn a hole in your pocket, but are now available for reduced prices. For instance, the BlitzWolf BW-VC1 Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner retails for $359.99, but you can now buy it for just $249.99.

This is a significant 31 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price. The promotion sale will only be valid until June 2. It is also worth noting that there were only 100 pieces remaining for the promo.

The next category is called ‘Children’s Fairyland’ and it is crammed with toys for babies aged between 2-5 years. You can pick your favorite toys without worrying about spending a lot of money on them since they all carry heavily discounted prices.

The concluding section on the promotion page is called ‘Premium Global Brand’ and it features all sorts of products from leading brands Xiaomi and Blitzwolf. There are no prizes for guessing that all items available under this category are up for grabs for reduced prices.

You can follow this link and check out the promotion page. It is worth mentioning here that the promo will be wrapping up soon.

Check Out Children’s Day Promotion on Banggood

Sony Xperia 1 now on sale in Europe for a whopping €949

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May 30, 2019

Just as expected, Sony‘s latest flagship phone – the Xperia 1 has gone on sales in several countries across Europe. The model is sold by Amazon in Germany, Italy, and the UK (in addition to Clove). The flagship device is also available in the Netherlands via a third-party retailer. The Xperia 1 comes with a staggering €949 in Europe. The phone is also expected to go on sale in the US in July bearing an almost similar price tag. The device is bundled with an exclusive gift of a 64 GB microSD card on Amazon. While in the Netherlands, Belsimpel offers the Sony Xperia 1 with a couple of gifts such as the Sony WH-1000XM3 wireless headphones with Active Noise Cancelling that sells for €380. The retailer will also be giving out a PD Fast Charger that costs €59.

The Xperia 1 features a super tall 21:9 4K HDR OLED display, which Sony claims is a first for a mobile device. The back panel is made of glass which gives it a premium look. The device is powered by a Snapdragon 855 processor with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

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Can we really agree with Sony that the price tag befits the Xperia 1? Not really. While the display may be a marvel, there are several options you can get for almost half the price of the Xperia 1 such as the OnePlus 7 Pro, Mi 9, Mi Mix 3 5G, OnePlus 7, Lenovo Z6, Vivo iQOO, APEX 2019 etc. Besides, the device doesn’t even have an in-display fingerprint sensor. Rather, it utilises a side-mounted fingerprint. In addition, for such a powerful display resolution Sony crammed a 3300mAh battery under its hood which we think is rather inadequate. So, you may really not get an extended usage period with the 4K display. Follow our source links to visit the official stores where the Xperia 1 is sold.

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Motorola Moto Z4 makes an appearance on Geekbench

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May 29, 2019

Motorola‘s upcoming Moto Z4 was very recently spotted in the hand of someone who claimed to have bought the device on Amazon even before it is officially launched. The hands-on video afforded us an opportunity to peruse the design of the model. The Moto Z4 has again made an appearance, this time on GeekBench and it sort of confirm some of the key specifications that would arrive onboard the device.

The Motorola Moto Z4 is listed to arrive with a Qualcomm SM6150 SoC which is the Snapdragon 675 chipset. The chipset will be paired with 4GB of RAM. There may likely be other RAM sizes when it is launched. The device will also run on Android 9.0 Oreo out-of-the-box.

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As for the benchmark score, the Moto Z4 polled 2346 points on the single core test and scored 6248 points on the multi-core test. This is on par with the GeekBench scores of other Snapdragon 675-powered models like the Redmi Note 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A70. The device is equally expected to pack a 3,600mAH battery with a USB-C port.

The Moto Z4 series is also expected to include flagship models like the Moto Z4 Force which would likely be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset. The Z4 Force is also expected to pack 8GB of RAM and triple rear cameras.

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TENAA listing reveals Redmi K20 Pro will have a 12GB RAM version

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May 29, 2019

The Redmi K20 Pro is the latest flagship phone in town and it packs quite a number of features, even some you won’t find on other phones. The device comes in two RAM variants (6GB and 8GB), though there are four configurations in all. However, the phone’s TENAA listing has revealed a third RAM variant.

Like a number of flagships we have seen this year, the Redmi K20 Pro will also be available with 12GB of RAM according to TENAA. This variant will most likely have 256GB of built-in storage.

Other than the additional RAM and of course a higher price tag, the rest of the specs should be the same. However, Redmi may surprise us and give this 12GB RAM version a different design much like the Mi 9 Transparent Edition. The TENAA listing reveals other color variants too. There is pink, white, green, purple, and gray listed alongside the already available blue, red, and black.

The Redmi K20 Pro has a 6.39-inch AMOLED display, a 20MP pop-up selfie camera, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. It is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 855 processor which draws power from a 4000mAh battery with support for 27W fast charging. On the back of the phone is a 48MP + 13MP + 8MP triple camera setup with lots of features including 960fps super slow motion recording and a super night scene mode. It also has NFC, a 3.5mm audio jack, and dual SIM slots.

The Redmi K20 Pro starts at ¥2499 (~$362) for the base model and goes up to ¥2999 (~$435) for the highest configuration. It will be available for purchase on June 10.

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Android Pie update rolling out to HTC U11 in Taiwan

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May 29, 2019

HTC has begun the roll out of the Android Pie update to the HTC U11 and according to some users, it is already arriving on phones in Taiwan.

Early this month, HTC revealed the U11 will get Android Pie in late May and it has fulfilled its promise even though it isn’t yet available globally. The update is 1.36GB in size according to a user who shared a screenshot. The changelog says there are system enhancements and that Google+ has been removed from BlinkFeed since Google has shut down the social network. However, there is no mention of a security patch.

HTC U11(TaiWan Version) get Update pic.twitter.com/WJPXuGcRhD

— jus (@jus30402886) May 27, 2019

With the HTC U11 out of the way, the next in line is the U12+ which will receive the update in mid-June. The HTC U11+ will follow in late June.

If you own the U11, you may want to check your device over the next few weeks for the Android Pie update. Android Pie brings new features such as Adaptive Brightness, Adaptive Battery, a redesigned navigation system, app slices, and Digital Wellbeing.

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Xiaomi announces INR 999 (~$15) Mi Business Casual Backpack

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May 29, 2019

Xiaomi India has announced it has a new lifestyle product. The Mi Business Casual Backpack is the new product and it comes less than a week after the Mi Sunglasses.

The Mi Business Casual Backpack has a minimalist design that combines fashion and functionality. Its exterior is covered in 100% 600D polyester with a two-tone finish (black and gray hues). The interior is also made of polyester. The backpack has an IPX4 rating, so you shouldn’t worry about your belongings getting damaged by rain or snow. There is a rear trolley harness, extra-padded straps, an anti-theft compartment, and an elastic pocket for a water bottle.

The interior is a lighter gray with a cushioned and dedicated compartment for your laptop. The Mi Business Casual Backpack has a 21L capacity, weighs 500 grams and measures 44 x 32 x 16 centimeters.

Xiaomi has put a price tag of INR 1999 (~$29) on the backpack but is currently selling it for just INR 999 (~$15). This is a much cheaper alternative to any of OnePlus’s backpack. The backpack is available for purchase on the Mi India store.

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Redmi K20 Pro vs Asus Zenfone 6 vs OnePlus 7 Pro: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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May 29, 2019

If you are looking for an affordable smartphone, Xiaomi, and especially its sub-brand Redmi which recently became independent from the Chinese giant, is one of the best options for you. For the first time ever, Xiaomi’s sub-brand announced a flagship-class line-up composed of a high-end model and a real flagship: Redmi K20 and K20 Pro. The latter is one of the most affordable real flagships out there and it may become one of the best-sellers of this year. But it has a lot of competition in the top-end segment: is it worth choosing it or other flagships such as Asus Zenfone 6 and OnePlus 7 Pro are better options? this comparison will give you an idea.

Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro vs Asus Zenfone 6 vs OnePlus 7 Pro

	Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro	Asus Zenfone 6	OnePlus 7 Pro
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	156.7 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm, 191 g	159.1 x 75.4 x 9.2 mm, 190 g	162.6 x 75.9 x 8.8 mm, 206 g
DISPLAY	6.39 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED	6.4 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), IPS LCD	6.67 inches, 1440 x 3120p (Full HD+), Fluid AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, octa-core 2.84 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, octa-core 2.84 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, octa-core 2.84 GHz
MEMORY	6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 9 Pie, MIUI	Android 9 Pie, Zen UI	Android 9 Pie, Oxygen OS
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 48 + 13 + 8 MP, f/1.8, f/2.4 and f/2.4	Dual 48 + 13 MP, f/1.8 and f/2.4	Triple 48 + 16 + 8 MP, f/1.6, f/2.2 and f/2.4 16 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	4000 mAh, fast charging 27W with Quick Charge 4.0	5000 mAh, fast charging 18W with Quick Charge 4.0	4000 mAh, fast charging 30W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot, rotating cameras	Dual SIM slot

Design

Do not ask us for an opinion about the aesthetics of these devices: just choose what is better for your tastes. In each case, you will get a premium and beautiful design, even though I like Redmi K20 Pro and OnePlus 7 Pro more than the Asus Zenfone 6, despite the latter comes with a very useful rotating camera. Note that despite Asus Zenfone 6 comes with the same display size, Redmi K20 Pro has smaller dimensions, so it fits better in your pocket or your hand. OnePlus 7 Pro is even bigger than Asus Zenfone 6 due to its bigger display.

Display

As mentioned above, OnePlus 7 Pro comes with a bigger display which is more comfortable for multimedia and productivity; but this is not its only advantage. Its display is even one of the best panels out there, with a higher Quad HD+ resolution, a 90 Hz refresh ratio and the HDR10+ certification. It shows more realistic colors, it provides a smoother gaming and user experience, and even a higher level of detail. Even Redmi K20 Pro and Asus Zenfone 6 are equipped with wonderful panels, but OnePlus 7 Pro is the superior one and its display can be compared to the best Samsung’s ones.

Hardware/Software

Among the key feature of all of these devices, there are blazing speeds and performances. They are all powered by the amazing Snapdragon 855 chipset by Qualcomm, and you could not expect a better chipset in 2019. Despite coming with the same processor, OnePlus 7 Pro wins the hardware comparison because, in its most expensive configuration, it comes with up to 12 GB of RAM. With Asus Zenfone 6 and Redmi K20 Pro, you can get max 8 GB of RAM. On the other hand, Asus Zenfone 6 features a micro SD slot which accepts micro SD cards up to 1 TB, while OnePlus 7 Pro and Redmi K20 Pro do not have expandable storage. In each case, you get Android 9 Pie out of the box.

Camera

OnePlus 7 Pro wins the camera comparison for having the most complete and versatile camera department. It comes with a triple camera including an ultrawide lens and a telephoto lens with 3x zoom. It even has OIS, unlike its rivals, as well as the brightest focal aperture. But Asus Zenfone 6 is still an amazing camera phone thanks to its rotating camera: it shoots the best selfies and the rotating rear camera makes clicking photos much more comfortable as you can move the camera upwards or downwards without moving the phone. Even Redmi K20 Pro comes with an awesome camera and it is the only one able to record super slow motion videos at 960 fps.

Battery

There is no challenge: Asus Zenfone 6 wins the battery comparison as it comes with a way bigger 5000 mAh unit. And it even supports reverse charging (it can be used as a power bank).

Price

Redmi K20 Pro starts from just €350/$390 in the Chinese market, Asus Zenfone 6 costs €500/$557, and OnePlus 7 Pro starts from €700/$780. OnePlus 7 Pro wins the comparison thanks to its better display, amazing cameras, higher-end memory configuration. I like the Asus Zenfone 6 more than the Redmi K20 Pro, but Redmi K20 Pro wins the value for money comparison for its incredibly affordable price tag.

Read More: ASUS Zenfone 6 arrives with Flip Camera, 5000mAh battery, and SD855 for €499

Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro vs Asus Zenfone 6 vs OnePlus 7 Pro: PRO and CONS

Asus Zenfone 6

PROS

Flip up rear cameras
Micro SD dedicated slot up to 1 TB
Huge battery
Reverse charging

CONS

Less impressive design (according to my tastes

Redmi K20 Pro

PROS

More affordable
Very original design
More compact
Dual band GPS

CONS

No micro SD

OnePlus 7 Pro

PROS

Best display
Higher performance
Better cameras
Stereo speakers

CONS

No MicroSD
Higher price

Full specs and features of Meizu 16Xs leaks, powered by Snapdragon 675

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May 29, 2019

The Meizu 16Xs doesn’t launch until tomorrow but a new leak has revealed all there is to know about the specs of Meizu‘s upcoming mid-range device.

First reported by DealnTech, the Meizu 16Xs will have a 6.2-inch AMOLED display. It has a 2232 x 1080 resolution, an 18.6:9 aspect ratio, and a screen-to-body ration of 90.29%. Just like its predecessor, it will also have an in-display fingerprint scanner which uses Meizu’s Super mTouch technology and unlocks in just 0.2s. It also has support for AliPay and WeChat payment.

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There have been speculations about the chipset powering the Meizu 16Xs. Its predecessor is powered by the Snapdragon 710 but Meizu is going with the Snapdragon 675 this year. The SoC is paired with 6GB of RAM and 64GB or 128GB of storage.

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The Meizu 16Xs will be the first triple camera phone from the Chinese phone maker. The primary sensor is a 48MP f/1.7 camera with 6P custom lens. It is paired with 5MP f/1.9 and 8MP f/2.2 cameras. One of the secondary cameras is a 118.8° Super Wide angle camera for taking ultra-wide-angle photos. Other listed camera modes are Portrait mode and Super Night Scene mode.

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The Meizu 16Xs will not have a notch nor a pop-up selfie camera like a lot of its competitors. Instead, it will fit a 16MP f/2.2 camera in a pretty slim bezel. The camera has a 5P custom lens, HDR+, an AI beauty mode, portrait mode, and support for face unlock.

Under the plastic body of the Meizu 16Xs is a 4000mAh battery. Meizu has been able to keep the weight of the phone at 165 grams, making it lighter than a lot of its rivals. The phone measures 152 x 74.4 x 8.3 millimeters and will come in three color variants – Knight Black, Atlantis, Coral Orange, and Ice Silk White.

A render of the orange variant surfaced on the web today. Seeing as the phone is supposed to be covered in plastic, the material appears to be glass.

Sadly, the leak doesn’t include the price for the new phone. But with the launch less than 24 hours away, that isn’t a long wait.

(Sources: 1, 2 Via)

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Huawei reinstated to SD and WiFi associations list of partners

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Airyl Jaszly

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May 29, 2019

The SD Association ditched Huawei last week, quietly removing the company from its membership list before confirming the news to us. Now, it seems like there has been an about-turn by the standards body. The board of members consisting a list of 1,000 parties on the company’s official website has again listed Huawei Technologies name. The same applies to the WiFi association sponsor list, where Huawei makes another appearance.

Now, keep in mind that this doesn’t necessarily mean Huawei is completely safe. This could merely be a temporary addition until the 90 day grace period is over. Optimally however, we’d love if this were a permanent decision for both associations. At least, that’s what we hope it means, since it’d be great news for the company. Much nicer than all the doom and gloom that they’ve been going through lately.

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Even if it’s not permanent, Huawei does at least have an answer to the SD card problem. The company has its Nano Memory card solution, used in the likes of the P30 Pro. It’s a proprietary format that’s not widely available or used by other brands, but it’s an option. For WiFi however, there’s not really any solution we can see for the foreseeable future.

Honestly, I’d really like it if we could get over with this entire ban shebang already. It’s made for a lot of interesting news, but losing Huawei would be a huge shame. They’ve been so innovative and fresh lately, I’d be quite disappointed if they just died. While things aren’t looking great for the company, we really hope things end up OK for them in the end.

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Xiaomi crowdfunds the Duka LS-P Laser Range finder priced at 99 yuan (~$14)

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May 29, 2019

Xiaomi has launched a laser range finder under the Youpin crowdfunding platform. The product comes under the brand name Duka LS-P Laser range finder and is easy to operate with just two buttons. The gadget also comes with an affordable 99 yuan (~$14) price tag.

The Duka LS-P Laser range finder has eight practical functions, including single measurement, continuous measurement, angle measurement, area measurement, volume measurement, one PIP measurement, secondary PIP measurement, front and rear reference, one-button angle/height measurement.

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It emits a very fine laser beam to the target during operation, and the laser beam reflected by the target is received by the inlet optoelectronic component. The time from the transmission to the reception of the laser beam is measured by a timer, thereby calculating the distance from the observer to the target. It has a measurement accuracy of up to 1mm and a measurement time of 0.2s. The maximum distance is up to 40 meters and accurate data can be obtained with just a click.

Design-wise, the Duke LS-P laser rangefinder is made of an aluminium-magnesium alloy as well as ABS material. The gadget weighs only 28g and is about the size of a finger, making it easy to fit into the pocket. The laser rangefinder has a rounded integrated arc design and is polished using a blasting process. The device has anti-sweat and anti-corrosion properties. The design is said to have won the 2019 German Red Dot Design and the German iF Design awards for its quality build.

Furthermore, the laser range finder comes with a built-in 200mAh lithium battery and can measure 3,500 times with a single charge. The battery can be recharged via a USB port.

As for the availability, the crowdfunding page is presently live on Xiaomi Youpin and the response has been explosive. The 99-yuan ($14) device is expected to start shipping on July 8.

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IEEE Forced to Ban Huawei Employees From Peer-Reviewing Papers

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Airyl Jaszly

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May 29, 2019

Huawei may be trudging through the storm, but the onslaught continues. Earlier today, researchers at the IEEE received emails telling them that Huawei employees are banned from peer-reviewing papers. The email claims “we cannot use colleagues from Huawei as reviewers or Editors for the peer-review process of our journals,”.

This is absolutely huge for a large number of reasons. For those not in the know, the IEEE is short for Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. It’s an organization of engineers, scientists, and students. They’re best known for developing standards for the computer and electronics industry. This news is shocking because up to this point, Huawei has always been one of the key players in the Institute.

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Huawei has joined 177 standards organizations and open source organizations, and has held 183 key positions, serving on the board of directors of IEEE-SA, ETSI, WFA, and other organizations. They have members who hold high positions in there. They’ve even hosted the IEEE P2413 working group meeting in Shenzhen to promote the IEEE smart city standard process. This is already beginning to shock some people in the academic world.

Professor Zhihua Zhou of Nanjing University expressed his shock to hear the news. The IEEE is an international organization registered in the United States instead of an American organization. This means it has no right to ban the editors from peer-reviewing papers due to political motivations. He suggested that “experts from all levels of management at the IEEE should propose to the IEEE to transfer its registration to Switzerland.”

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Samsung’s new chips support up to 100W charging; Will the Galaxy Note 10 have it?

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May 29, 2019

Samsung is not letting off steam in coming out with innovative technologies for its future phones, in its bid to maintain its dominance of the smartphone market. The Korean tech company has now unveiled two new power delivery (PD) controllers with Type-C ports. The chips go by the model names SE8A and MM101 and are both embedded with an eFlash feature that makes it possible to deliver firmware updates. Perhaps, the major feature of both controllers is their abilities to output up to 100 watts of power (20V / 5A). One of the controllers (SE8A) also has an extra security feature known as Secure Element. This prevents the charger from unauthorized use, making it the first PD controller to offer an extra level of security.

As a result of the large capacity charge that is delivered, the MM101 has the ability to detect moisture and thus, stop the charging process in order to prevent the user from receiving an electric shock that could be fatal. The chip also comes with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) for product authentication. There is also a protective feature against “over-voltage” on both chips.

The new PD controllers are designed for phones and should be the first 100W charging that would be available for phones when it goes commercial. Well, except Xiaomi releases its own 100W fast charge technology on the Mi Mix 4 first. Recall that Xiaomi earlier this year announced its own 100W technology dubbed “Super Charge Turbo” which it claims could charge a 4000mAh battery from 0% to 50% in just seven minutes, and take that same battery from 0% to 100% in just 17 minutes.

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While fast charging technology is not new to the industry, the closest we have seen to the 100W charge is the 50W which Oppo’s SuperVOOC delivers. Huawei’s upcoming Mate X foldable phone will have a 55W fast charger. On its part, the closest Samsung has come is the 15W fast charging prowess on the Galaxy S10 series and the 25W that is onboard the mid-range Galaxy A line and the Galaxy S10 5G. Samsung may include the 100W charger on the flagship Galaxy Note 10 which should launch later this year. Samsung also says the 100W charging adapter can be used for a laptop, a tablet or a monitor. Thus, you won’t have to carry more than one charger if you’re on the move.

According to Ben K. Hur, senior vice president of System LSI marketing, Samsung Electronics, “In addition to smarter features and larger batteries, innovative charging solutions allow us to do more through our mobile devices today. Following this trend, power adapters that can quickly charge devices while establishing safeguards against unauthorized access are increasingly in demand. Samsung’s power delivery MM101 and security-enhanced SE8A will not only make charging faster and safer but also enable new services that can enrich tomorrow’s mobile experiences.”

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Xiaomi releases first official teaser for Mi 9T; not a rebranded Redmi K20

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May 29, 2019

The Redmi K20 series launched yesterday in China, but before it did, news about its global availability has been going around. While some said the K20 Pro will launch as the POCO F2, others said the two phones will retain their names even outside China, yet another source said they will be launched as the Xiaomi Mi 9T and Mi 9T Pro in some parts of Europe. A new teaser by Xiaomi does confirm the Mi 9T name but refutes the rumor that it is a rebranded Redmi K20/Redmi K20 Pro.

The teaser which was shared on their official Twitter page shows a phone with a similar design to the current Mi 9. The cameras are on the left side of the phone and not in the center like on the Redmi K20. However, it doesn’t have a notch in its display for the front-facing camera.

K, I or T…Which letter would you choose for the newest member of our Mi9 family? why? #PopUpInStyle pic.twitter.com/Ks5xokWrUG

— Xiaomi #5GIsHere (@Xiaomi) May 29, 2019

The caption says “K, I or T…Which letter would you choose for the newest member of our Mi9 family? why?”. There is a “T” among the suggested letters and we already know a phone called the Mi 9T has been certified in a number of countries. It is safe to conclude that the device in the teaser is indeed the Mi 9T.

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The hashtag #PopUpInStyle also hints the phone will have a pop-up selfie camera just like the Redmi K20 series. However, we strongly believe the module may slide out from the middle of the device and not from the side like on the Redmi K20 series.

Seeing as the Mi 9T is practically a Mi 9 with a new display and a pop-up selfie camera, its specs will be greatly similar if not identical to that of the Mi 9. So, expect a smaller battery capacity than the Redmi K20, wireless charging, and a missing audio jack.