Redmi Y3 gets benchmarked ahead of release

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Apr 22, 2019

OnePlus is expected to announce the OnePlus 7 series of smartphones on May 14. The series is rumored to include phones like OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro and OnePlus 7 Pro 5G. A tipster had recently shared the camera configurations of the OnePlus 7 Pro. The same leakster has now revealed vital information on the display, camera and battery configurations of OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro along with their variants.

OnePlus 7 Key Specifications

The tipster has stated that the OnePlus 7 will be featuring a 6.4-inch display that supports full HD+ resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels. Recent leaks have revealed that it will be sporting a waterdrop-style notched display like the OnePlus 6T.

The Snapdragon 855 mobile platform will be present under the hood of the OnePlus 7. It will be fueled by a 3,700mAh battery that carries support for 20W rapid charging. For photography, the dual camera setup of the OnePlus 7 includes a 48-megapixel main sensor with f/1.7 aperture and a 5-megapixel depth sensor. The tipster did not mention whether the OnePlus 7 will be featuring an in-display fingerprint reader.

The OnePlus 7 will be available in two variants such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. The tipster has also hinted that the Bullets Wireless 2 will be also made available alongside the smartphone.

Read More: Olixar case renders provide our best look at the OnePlus 7 Pro

OnePlus 7 Pro / Pro 5G Key Specifications

The OnePlus 7 Pro will be featuring a display of 6.7 inches. It is speculated that it could be equipped with a curved AMOLED display manufactured by Samsung. The massive screen will support Quad HD+ resolution of 3120 x 1440 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The screen of the smartphone will be embedded with an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

The Snapdragon 855 will be also powering the OnePlus 7 Pro and OnePlus 7 Pro 5G smartphones. The only difference between both phones could be that the Pro 5G will be equipped with Snapdragon X50 5G modem for 5G connectivity. The smartphone will be housing a 4,000mAh battery with 30W Warp Charge fast charging technology.

For capturing selfies, the OnePlus 7 Pro may feature a front-facing camera of 16-megapixel with f/2.0 aperture. It will be the company’s first smartphone to arrive with triple rear cameras. The triple camera unit may include OIS + EIS enabled 48-megapixel main sensor with f/1.6 aperture, an 8-megapixel telephoto lens with f/2.4 aperture with support for 3x optical zoom and a ultra wide-angle lens of 16-megapixel with a field of view of 117 degrees.

The OnePlus 7 Pro is expected to arrive in two variants such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB / 12 GB RAM + 256 GB UFS 3.0 storage. It will be releasing in three color options such as Blue, Grey and Brown.

Vivo iQOO 12GB+128GB variant goes on sale tomorrow for 3698 yuan ($550)!

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Apr 22, 2019

Vivo went official with its first gaming smartphone dubbed Vivo iQOO in China in March. The model came equipped with the latest Snapdragon 855 chipset and for memory it is available in 6GB+128GB, 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB versions. The BBK subsidiary later announced a 12GB + 128GB variant in China. The device has been on reservations since April 13 and is now set to go on sale tomorrow (April 23) in China via Vivo’s official website.

The new variant will be available in Black and has a price tag of 3698 yuan ($550). This price tag potentially makes the iQOO the cheapest 12GB+128GB variant around.

The Vivo iQOO features a 6.41-inch AMOLED waterdrop-style notched display that supports full HD+ resolution. It is equipped with an in-display fingerprint reader. The Snapdragon 855 mobile platform drives the phone along with 4,000mAh battery. The device comes with 44W super fast charging can charge the iQOO to 50% in 15 minutes, and to 100% in 45 minutes. In addition, iQOO is equipped with a multi-layer heat dissipation structure consisting of a 10,000-degree thermal conductivity heat pipe, a curable thermally conductive gel, a high thermal conductivity aluminum alloy frame, and a multi-layer composite graphite heat-dissipating film to achieve better temperature rise control.

The rear shell of the smartphone features a vertical triple camera setup. It includes a Sony IMX363 12-megapixel main sensor, a 12-megapixel ultra wide-angle lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. For capturing selfies, it is equipped with a 12-megapixel front camera.

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OPPO Reno, Reno 10x Zoom India launch rumored in June

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Apr 22, 2019

OPPO Reno fueled by Snapdragon 710 and Reno 10x Zoom with Snapdragon 855 SoC and 10x hybrid zoom are the first Oppo Reno series of smartphones that were announced earlier in this month in China. Both smartphones are available for purchase in the home market and they will be debuting in European markets on April 24. A new leak reveals that the company is working on the Indian launch of the Reno and Reno 10x Zoom smartphones. The OPPO Reno series of phones are expected to hit the Indian market at the end of June month.

Vivo is expected to release iQOO gaming smartphone in India by the end of May or at the start of June. It is speculated that the OPPO Reno 10x Zoom will be rivaling with iQOO gaming phone in the Indian markets. Last year, the Chinese firm had introduced Realme brand in India for targeting mid-range market. The company is also rumored to debut Reno as a separate brand in India. There is no information available on the price tags of OPPO Reno and Reno 10x Zoom smartphones.

OPPO Reno and Reno 10x Zoom Specifications

The Oppo Reno and Reno 10x Zoom respectively features AMOLED displays of 6.4-inch and 6.6-inch. Both phones are equipped with in-display fingerprint readers. The Snapdragon 855 powers the Reno X10x Zoom whereas Snadragon 710 fuels the Reno smartphone. Both smartphones are fitted with a uniquely shaped pop-up camera system that includes a 16-megapixel selfie camera and a LED flash.

The Reno 10x Zoom comes with 48-megapixel + 13-megapixel + 8-megapixel triple camera setup whereas the Reno phone has 48-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup. These handsets are respectively equipped with 4,065mAh and 3,765mh batteries that carries support for VOOC 3.0 flash charging. In the home market, the 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage base variants of OPPO Reno and Reno 10x Zoom are respectively priced at 2,999 Yuan (~$447) and 3,999 Yuan (~$596).

Read More: Oppo A5s featuring Helio P35 SoC, dual rear cameras and big battery launched in India for INR 9990 (~$143)

In Europe, the Oppo Reno 10x Zoom is expected to arrive in 5G version. India may not receive the Reno 10x Zoom 5G edition.

Mobike and YUUE recycled old bicycles into useful furniture

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Apr 22, 2019

Mobike – world’s largest bicycle sharing company which lend its services to more than 19 countries including China, Japan, Italy, India, United Kingdom, and many others. In 2018, Mobike cooperated with YiCai and YUUE to recycle ever increasing bicycle waste.

Under its full recycling initiative, Mobike recycled the old bikes into useful furniture such as chairs, coffee tables, candlesticks, vertical lights, etc. Mobike follows “3R” principle of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle to benefit from tons of bicycle waste. Mobike follows the waste management principle throughout its R&D, production, operation, maintenance, and recycling. The company regenerates 80% of critical components from the old recycled parts of bikes molded out of magnesium-aluminum alloy.

According to a new report, various daily use necessities are crafted using these old components. Mobike and YUUE product design studio in Berlin, Germany developed a set of new accessories. Weng Xinyu of YUUE design studio designed a total of five new types of furniture. The aim behind to create these products is to “draw public attention to the industry’s flaw and offer an approach on how to generate a surplus by reusing the individual bike parts for furniture production and therefore making it worthwhile for the companies retrieving the bicycles that were towed away.”

The design aesthetics are drawn from its original parts. The useful yet beautiful products are easily designed with basic tools which are available in China quite easily.

Last year, Mobike also partnered with YiCai aiming to reuse or recycle 100,000 old bicycles. The company wants to build new components for smart locks, solar panels, and wheel in compliance with government rules.

Read More: Going green: Samsung products to feature packaging made from sustainable materials

These bike-sharing services majorly evolved to tackle alarming pollution levels and instigate healthy living standards among citizens. Various initiatives across different countries led to a sudden boom in the bicycle sharing companies after 2015.

LG X4 (2019) with Helio P22, dedicated Google Assistant button launched in South Korea

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Apr 22, 2019

LG has launched a new budget model in its home market, South Korea. The new model is dubbed LG X4 (2019) and is a successor of the LG X4+ that was launched last year. The X4 (2019) was also earlier launched as the K40 in South Africa and K12+ in Brazil without any changes to the specifications.

The device ticks most of the boxes to be regarded as a decent device even though it is an entry-level model. The phone offers users a number of spectacular features ordinarily you can get only on the more expensive LG models. Some of these features include powerful audio and AI-enhanced software. The phone also features a dedicated Google Assistant button at the left side of the display. The SIM card tray is located at the bottom left corner of the display just under the Google Assistant button and volume rockers which are also on the left side. The power button is on the right corner.

As for the specifications, the LG X4 (2019) presents with a compact 5.7-inch IPS HD+ display with an aspect ratio of 18:9. Despite the aspect ratio, the phone still has a sizeable amount of bezels at the top and bottom edges like a 16:9 aspect ratio phone. The device is powered by a MediaTek Helio P22 chipset paired with 2GB of RAM. The device packs 32GB of expandable storage.

On the camera aspect, the X4 (2019) packs an 8MP selfie cam with front flash. At the back, there is a single 16MP PDAF camera with LED flash. There is also a fingerprint reader at the back. The X4 (2019) gets its juice from a 3000 mAh. It also features DTS:X 3D Surround Sound audio for enhanced listening experience over headphones via the 3.5mm jack. The phone also packs a quad Hi-Fi quad DAC and MIL-STD 810G certification for increased durability.

The LG X4 (2019) runs on Android 8.1 Oreo with LG UX custom skin on top. The cool device will come in Aurora Black and Platinum Gray colors in Korea. It will go on sale on April 26 with a price tag of 297,000 Won ($260/230).

Realme 3 Pro 8 GB RAM edition releasing in July

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Apr 22, 2019

Earlier today, Realme took off covers from the Snapdragon 710 SoC powered Realme 3 Pro smartphone as well as Realme C2 entry-level phone. Last year, Realme had announced the Realme 2 Pro in 8 GB RAM variant. However, the manufacturer announced the Realme 3 Pro smartphone in only 4 GB and 6 GB RAM options. In a conversation with an Indian publication, Realme CEO Madhav Sheth confirmed that the company is planning to release an 8 GB RAM version of the smartphone.

Sheth also revealed to the publication that the 8 GB RAM version of the Realme 3 Pro will be made official in July. He did not confirm on the internal storage of the new variant. It may carry an inbuilt storage of 128 GB. Sheth has said that it could be priced around Rs. 18,000. There is a possibility that it may arrive in India with a price tag of Rs. 18,999. It remains to be seen whether it will be available in specific colors or all three color options like the other variants of the phone.

Realme 3 Pro Specifications and Price

The Realme 3 Pro has a 6.3-inch IPS LCD panel. The Dewdrop notched screen offers full HD+ resolution and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The Snapdragon 710 SoC and 4,045mAh battery powers the phone. The device is equipped with VOOC 3.0 flash charging.

The rear side of the phone features a 16-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup and a fingerprint reader. On the front is an AI powered 25-megapixel selfie camera. The ColorOS 6.0 flavored Android 9 Pie OS comes loaded on the device.

Read More: Realme C2 unveiled with Rs. 5,999 (~$86) price: Specifications and features

The Realme 3 Pro variants such as 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage are respectively priced at Rs. 13,999 (~$200) and Rs. 16,999 (~$244). The sales of the smartphone will begin in India on April 29. It will be available in colors like Carbon Grey, Nitro Blue and Lightning Purple.

Huawei debunks rumor it has postponed Mate X’ release

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Apr 22, 2019

There are rumors that Huawei has postponed the release of the Mate X foldable smartphone to September but insiders have revealed that this isn’t true.

The Mate X is Huawei’s first foldable phone which was announced at a pre-MWC 2019 event in Barcelona. The device, unlike its rival, the Galaxy Fold, folds outwards and not inwards. At the launch, Huawei said the device will be available for purchase by the middle of the year.

Earlier this month, the device was listed on the official online store and the listing revealed it will be available in June. Samsung, on the other hand, already sent out review units to YouTubers and tech blogs. However, just a day after usage, there were reports of damaged displays.

The rumor about the postponement of the Mate X might have surfaced due to the issues with the Galaxy Fold, probably as a way to carry out more tests on the device before release. However, insiders have revealed Huawei will be sticking to its release schedule.

The Mate X has a large 8” flexible display with a 2480 x 2200 resolution. It folds into a phone with a 6.6-inch display on one side and a 6.38” display on the other side. It is powered by the Kirin 980 which is paired with 8GB of RAM and 512GB of expandable storage.

Due to its design, the Mate X’s triple rear cameras (40MP + 16MP + 8MP) also double as its front-facing cameras. The device has the Balong 5000 modem inside it which means it supports 5G networks. It also packs a 4,500mAh battery with support for 55W fast-charging technology.

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Honor 8C Phantom Blue edition coming on April 23 for 899 Yuan (~$133)

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Apr 22, 2019

A new color for Honor 8C, called “Phantom Blue” will debut on April 23. Nearly half a year later, Huawei’s subsidiary is adding a new color edition to help boost sales of the device. The phone will come with 4GB RAM + 128GB internal storage and will retail at 899 Yuan (~$133), reveals an official poster on Weibo.

The Honor 8C was launched last year on October 11th with four color options of Platinum Gold, Magic Night Black, Aurora Blue, and Nebula Purple. The device is available in two different storage variants – 4GB+64GB and 4GB+32GB storage.

The Honor 8C features a 6.26-inch TFT LCD IPS HD+ display with a screen resolution of 1520×720 pixels, pixel density of 269 PPI, and a screen-to-body ratio of 86.6 percent. There’s a notch on the top of the display to host a front selfie camera. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 SoC and coupled with Adreno 506 GPU.

A dual rear camera with a 13 MP primary and a 2 MP depth sensor is present. As like of the Honor 8X, the dual shooters are aligned in a vertical symmetry. On the front side, an 8 MP shooter with f/2.0 aperture is available for beautiful selfies and video calls.

Related: Vivo Z1 Lite vs Honor 8C vs Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro: Specs Comparison

Other features including a 4000 mAh battery with fast charging, rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a soft flashlight are present on the Honor 8C. It runs on Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box with EMUI on the top.

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Lenovo Z6 Pro rumor roundup: Specifications, features and price

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Apr 22, 2019

Lenovo will be announcing the Lenovo Z6 Pro flagship phone tomorrow through a launch event in China. The Snapdragon 855 powered smartphone will be arriving as a successor of the Lenovo Z5 Pro GT smartphone that was unveiled in December 2018 as the world’s first phone with Snapdragon 855 SoC. Ahead of the launch event, the Chinese manufacture has shared vital information on the specs and features of the upcoming Lenovo Z6 Pro. Here is a rumor roundup on the Z6 Pro to know what to expect from it.

Lenovo Z6 Pro Specifications and Features

The Lenovo Z6 Pro will come equipped with a waterdrop-style notched display of 6.39 inches. The AMOLED display is equipped with sixth-generation in-screen fingerprint reader. The official renders of the phone promise a very high screen-to-body ratio since the display is surrounded by super-slim bezels.The Snapdragon 855 mobile platform present under the hood of the device will be supported by up to 12 GB of RAM. The highest variant of the phone will have 512 GB of native storage. Lenovo had recently shared the AnTuTu benchmarking score of the smartphone. Most flagship phones powered by SD855 have scored lower than 400k. However, the Z6 has reached an average benchmarking score of 403,077. The ZUI11 based Android 9 Pie OS will come preloaded on the device. The 4,000mAh battery of the device will carry support for fast charging technology. To control the internal temperature, the Lenovo Z6 Pro will be equipped with PC-grade liquid cooling technology.

The Hyper Video AI quad camera setup that includes a 48-megapixel sensor, a 16-megapixel sensor, an 8-megapixel lens and a 2-megapixel lens is present on the back side of the Lenovo Z6 Pro. The quad camera system is assisted by an LED flash and laser autofocus module. The smartphone will be able to capture images of up to 100 megapixels through software extrapolation.

For capturing selfies, an AI driven 32-megapixel camera will be available inside the front notch of the device. Super slow-motion video shooting, Super anti-shake, super night scene mode, super macro, 8-axis OIS, ultra wide-angle lens and ToF sensor are some of the photography features of the smartphone. Here are some of the impressive night scene camera samples of the Lenovo Z6 Pro.

The company has been touting about the “Hyper Video” camera feature of the phone. Detailed information on it is expected to be revealed through tomorrow’s unveil event. The 4D speaker system of the phone will deliver superior sound output.

The Chinese manufacturer is also expected to announce a 5G edition of the smartphone through tomorrow’s launch event. Nothing is known about the price of the Lenovo Z6 Pro. The predecessor Lenovo Z5 Pro GT was launched in China with a starting price of 2,698 Yuan (~$402). The Z6 Pro GT base model could be priced under 2,999 Yuan (~$447). It is expected to release in at least two color editions such as Black and Teal Blue.

OPPO goes after Xiaomi in Nigeria, set to launch the F11 Pro on April 26

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Apr 22, 2019

Xiaomi has an event in Nigeria on Wednesday, April 24, where it will announce the Redmi Note 7. But it is not the only big Chinese company that has its eyes set on the Nigerian smartphone market. One of its main rivals, OPPO, is also bringing its F11 Pro to the country.

From Selfie Expert to Portrait Master #OPPOF11Pro #BrilliantPortraitInLowLight #OPPONigeriaLaunch pic.twitter.com/JMzqNrioN1

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The OPPO F11 Pro launched first in India last month. Now it is making its way to Nigeria. The mid-range phone is a more interesting device compared to the Redmi Note 7, thanks to its motorized pop-up selfie camera. The F11 Pro (6GB+64GB) is also more expensive, with a price tag double that of the Redmi Note 7 (4GB+64GB version). Both phones share some similarities such as having a 4,000mAh battery and 48MP primary rear camera.

OPPO will announce the F11 Pro at an event in Nigeria on Friday, 26th of April, 2019.

The phone has a 6.53-inch display with a 1080 x 2340 resolution. It is powered by MediaTek’s Helio P70 processor. Its “Rising Camera” is a 16MP f/2.0 sensor that slides out from the top frame. It also has dual rear cameras – a 48MP f/1.8 primary sensor paired with a 5MP f/2.4 depth sensor. It has a fingerprint scanner on the back, dual SIM slot, support for storage expansion, and runs ColorOS 6 based on Android 9 Pie. It also supports VOOC 3.0 (20W) fast charging.

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Oppo A5s featuring Helio P35 SoC, dual rear cameras and big battery launched in India for INR 9990 (~$143)

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Apr 22, 2019

Oppo launched its new budget-friendly device in India – Oppo A5s with “unparalleled, and immersive experience” for users. The new phone is launched in two different storage variants – 2GB + 32GB and 4GB + 64GB internal storage. It is powered by MediaTek Helio P35 SoC, 6.2-inch display, a dual rear camera setup, and several other features.

Oppo claims that the new device is capable of performing minor to major tasks effectively. It can easily handle tasks like gaming to watching videos and even something as simple as browsing on the web. Besides the big battery and affordable pricing, it comes with a premium design and vibrant display.

Oppo A5s Specification

Oppo A5s hosts a huge 6.2 Inch HD+ In-Cell display with 720×1520 pixels resolution and 19:9 aspect ratio. The device runs on MediaTek Helio P35 (MT6765) SoC paired with 2/4GB RAM. On the software front, the device runs on Android 9 Pie based ColorOS 5.2.1.

There’s a dual rear camera module consisting of a 13MP primary sensor and a 2MP secondary camera. On the front, an 8MP camera with an f/2.0 aperture is present for selfies. The phone carries anti-shake technology to ensure smooth and stable video recording experience.

A 4230mAh battery is present with AI-based power optimisation techniques. It can withstand 13.5 hours of continuous video playback. In connectivity, Redmi A5s embeds support for 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2, GPS/ A-GPS, and Micro-USB port. It measures 155.9×75.4×8.2mm and weighs 170 grams.

Read More: OPPO A5 gets new 64GB variant in India

The Oppo A5S will start retailing at INR 9,990 (~$143) for the 2GB RAM + 32GB storage model, whereas the pricing details for the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant is still unknown. Interested users can choose between two color options of Black and Red. It will be available from offline as well as online stores including Amazon, Flipkart, Tata Cliq, Paytm Mall, and Snapdeal.

OPPO A5s Buy Link: Black, Red

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Huawei reports 39% YoY revenue growth in Q1 2019; ships 59 million smartphones

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Apr 22, 2019

Huawei, which is currently dominating the Chinese smartphone market, had registered a monstrous growth in its consumer electronics business last year. Now, it seems that the current year is also going pretty good for the company.

The Chinese giant has revealed the financials of the first quarter of this year, i.e. Q1 2019 in which the company claims to have generated revenue of 179.7 billion yuan, which represents a 39 percent year-on-year growth.

Further, the company has revealed that it managed to ship 59 million units of its smartphones in the first quarter that ended in March 2019. This is a significant development given that Huawei has set the target of shipping over 250 million smartphones this year.

The way the company is growing and what the management has planned, Huawei executive recently said that Huawei and Honor — combined — could be the leading smartphone company globally in the coming year or two. Currently, South Korea-based Samsung is dominating the smartphone industry worldwide, followed by US-based Apple.

The company says that going forward, it plans to make aggressively priced Honor smartphones, and further improve its production line, supply chain, and retail operations. It will also continue investing in innovative technologies.

Apart from the smartphone or consumer electronics business, the company could also expect a significant boost in its telecom business as well, thanks to the commercialization of the 5G technology.

Huawei says that in the year 2019 when the 5G communication technology is going commercial, this represents a historic development opportunity. At the end of March this year, the company says it has already signed 40 5G commercial contracts with the world’s leading telecom operations and more than 70,000 5G base stations have been setup across the world.

Redmi SD855 phone will support NFC, confirms Lu Weibing

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Apr 22, 2019

Redmi’s new mysterious phone is coming soon with Snapdragon 855 chipset. Redmi General Manager Lu Weibing revealed in a new Weibo post some additional features of the device. The upcoming flagship, which also could be the cheapest Snapdragon 855 device around, will support NFC and wireless charging. It is worth mentioning that Lu even confirmed very thin bezels on the new smartphone.

CEO Lei Jun allegedly playing with the Redmi SD855 flagship

Last month, Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun was seen with the alleged Redmi SD855 smartphone. However, at that time the design was not very clear, but thanks to confirmations later which verified the device’s existence. Lu Weibing has already confirmed few features of the device like the existence of 3.5 mm audio jack, triple camera module among others.

A recently leaked video revealed its triple sensor camera setup with a fingerprint scanner on the rear side. Whereas, the front side is expected to carry a full view display featuring slim bezels, impressive screen-to-body ratio, and a punch hole camera. Unlike the Galaxy S10 series, the punch hole camera appeared on the top-center position.

The Chinese firm is frequently teasing the Redmi SD855, but the identity and main specifications of the device are still under wraps. Some rumours claim the new phone may go official by the end of this month.

We expect some more details to surface from Xiaomi side before actual launch happens later.

Read More: Live picture of the SD855-powered Redmi phone (Redmi Pro 2) with pop up camera leaks

Additionally, Redmi will unveil Redmi Y3 on April 24th featuring a 21 MP selfie camera, waterdrop notch and a bigger battery.

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Xiaomi’s upcoming Mi TV teased to feature a camera sensor; launching tomorrow

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Jeet

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Apr 22, 2019

Xiaomi, which is one of the most popular smartphone manufacturers, has also established its presence in the lifestyle products category. The company is growing rapidly when it comes to smart TVs with its Mi TV lineup.

It is all set to refresh its Mi TV lineup with new products for the Spring season, which will be unveiled on 23rd April, i.e. tomorrow. While not much is known about the upcoming Mi TV units, the company has shared a poster online that showcases a camera sensor.

The teaser poster of the upcoming Mi TV shows that the device will come with a camera sensor on the top-right corner. If this turns out to be true, then this could be the Chinese company’s first TV to support camera sensor.

There are two possibilities with the addition of a camera sensor. Either the company plans to offer video calling support or it could introduce gesture-based operations for the television, a step forward compared to the voice-based inputs currently supported.

It has already been confirmed that the new Mi TV will come with improved rear design and better remote control. Xiaomi is focusing on bringing a full design overhaul, and will equally focus on the front and back of the TV. New design aesthetics will also improve the overall quality of Xiaomi Mi TV.

The highlight of Xiaomi’s TV is the operating system, which is a custom version build on top of Android. It features PatchWall user interface which comes with an improved content recommendation based on the user’s interaction. Users can quickly get access to movies, series, and music while using the PatchWall.

The new Xiaomi TV models are launching in China on 23rd April. While the global availability remains unknown, the product could be rushed in the Indian market, where the company is getting success with its TV models as well.

Realme 3 Pro with 6.3-inch display, SD 710 and 20W VOOC flash charging announced in India for Rs. 13,999 (~$200)

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Apr 22, 2019

During the Realme 3 launch event in the previous month, Realme had confirmed that it would be launching the advanced Realme 3 Pro smartphone in April in India. Today, the Realme 3 Pro was made official through an unveil event in New Delhi, India. The Realme 3 Pro comes with a powerful Snapdragon 710 chipset and it offers a high screen-to-body ratio. Also, the dual rear cameras of the Realme 3 Pro are equipped with impressive photography features.

Realme 3 Pro Specifications

The glass and metal combination chassis of the Realme 3 Pro houses a 6.3-inch IPS LCD panel that offers full HD+ resolution. The Dewdrop notched display offers an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The smartphone offers a screen-to-body ratio of 90.8 percent. The display is shielded by Gorilla Glass 5.

The Snapdragon 710 AIE mobile platform that powers the Realme 3 Pro is coupled with up to 6 GB of RAM. The SoC includes 2.2 GHz octa-core processor and Adreno 616 graphics. The highest configuration variant of the phone features an internal storage of 128 GB. There is a dedicated microSD card slot onboard for additional storage.

The ColorOS 6.0 based Android 9 Pie OS comes preloaded on the Realme 3 Pro. The device comes with HyperBoost 2.0 system that includes System Boost for enhanced system performance, GameBoost 2.0 for optimized gaming experience and App Boost for improving apps’ performance. The smartphone is packed with a 4,045mAh battery that can be charged through microUSB 2.0. The retail box of the phone features a 20W VOOC Flash Charger 3.0. By charging it only for 10 minutes, the Realme 3 Pro will be able to deliver a talk time of 5 hours and 2.7 days of standby time. The Realme 3 Pro promises longer battery performance since it comes

The dual camera setup of the Realme 3 Pro smartphone includes Sony IMX519 as the primary sensor. It is the very same camera sensor found on OnePlus 6T and OnePlus 6 flagship phones from 2018. The 16-megapixel main sensor with an f/1.7 aperture is assisted by a 5-megapixel depth sensor. The Realme 3 Pro is equipped with plenty of exciting photography features such as 64-megapixel Ultra HD mode, night scene mode, slow-motion video shooting at 480 fps, burst mode and Chroma Boost for better color reproduction. The frontside of the phone features an AI driven 25-megapixel selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture.

The rear side of the Realme 3 Pro is fitted with a fingerprint sensor. Lastly, the smartphone features a splash and dust proof chassis. The other features of the phone include dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, microUSB 2.0, and 3.5mm audio jack.

Realme 3 Pro Price and Release Date

Here are the price tags of the two variants of the Realme 3 Pro:

4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage – Rs. 13,999 (~$200)
6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – Rs. 16,999 (~$244)

Apart from Carbon Grey, the Realme 3 Pro comes in two gradient color options such as Nitro Blue and Lightning Purple. The smartphone will be available for purchase Realme.com and Flipkart in India starting from April 29 at 12 PM. The handset can be purchased through no cost EMI for up to 6 months. HDFC bank card users will be able to take advantage of Rs. 1,000 flat discount. Moreover, customers of the Realme 3 Pro will also receive Rs. 5,300 benefits from Reliance Jio.

Gizmochina is running a giveaway, which gives our readers a chance to win a Realme 3 Pro smartphone. Please check out the giveaway!

Buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 and Mi 9 Smartphones at Lowered Prices on GeekBuying [Coupons]

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Apr 22, 2019

Staying true to its reputation for making top-end smartphones, Xiaomi released the Redmi Note 7 and the Mi 9 in February this year.

Much to the delight of its huge fanbase, the Chinese electronics giant is now offering global versions of these recently launched phones at lowered prices on GeekBuying.

We’ll shed more light on the aforesaid discounts and show how you can save a considerable amount of extra money at the time of checking out. So without further ado, let’s delve straight into the details.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 (4GB RAM, 64GB ROM)

The Redmi Note 7 would normally set you back $322.99, but you can now buy it for just $209.99 on GeekBuying. You can extend this 35 percent discount by applying coupon code KXWLZHZV during the checkout process.The aforesaid coupon helps you save $10 more during the checkout process. In other words, you can bring the already lowered retail price of the Redmi Note 7 further down to just $199.99 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon.

You can click here to avail the discount, which will be valid for the black color version of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 smartphone. Note that the promo is slated to end in just five days.

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Xiaomi Mi 9 (6GB RAM, 128GB ROM)

The global version of the Mi 9 usually carries a steep $706.99 price tag, but GeekBuying users can get their hands on it for a heavily discounted price of just $589.99. If this 17 percent discount doesn’t impress you much, you can use coupon code TLNMJOWV and get an extra $86 off. In other words, you can reduce the original asking price of the Xiaomi Mi 9 smartphone to just $579.99 simply by applying the above-mentioned coupon before placing your order. You can click here to grab the discount before the promotion ends in five days.

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Qualcomm and Apple said to be working to bring in-screen fingerprint for iPhone

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Apr 22, 2019

Majority of Android-based smartphone manufacturers have already implemented the new in-screen fingerprint scanners. Samsung introduced the world’s first device featuring ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint scanner with improved accuracy. Whereas Apple’s iPhone is still waiting to abode the new generation of fingerprint sensors within the display.

The waiting period is over, as Apple and Qualcomm joined hands to introduce in-screen fingerprint sensor on the new iPhone, reports industry chain. Technology similar to Galaxy S10’s ultrasonic sensor is being under works for iPhone. As like always, Apple is working tirelessly with Qualcomm to bring the best quality fingerprint reader for the upcoming iPhone.

Ultrasonic in-screen sensors are considered to be faster, safer and work accurately even in wet conditions. As compared to optical sensors, it can unlock the device in 250 ms and carries a 1% maximum rejection rate. Unlike the 300 microns sensing in traditional sensors, Qualcomm’s second generation sensors can efficiently work with up to 800 microns.

Despite these advancements, we have seen cases where users have managed to unlock the device using a printed 3D fingerprint models. It is vulnerable to unauthenticated unlocking methods as of now. Apple will have to overcome these flaws in Qualcomm’s second generation fingerprint sensor before implementing it on the new iPhone.

Read More: Qualcomm and Apple drops all litigation; Intel exits 5G smartphone modem business

The increased demand for better viewing experience is leading to thinner bezels and in-screen fingerprint sensors. According to IHS Markit research report, the in-display fingerprint smartphone market will hit 100 million within this year.

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Realme C2 unveiled with Rs. 5,999 (~$86) price: Specifications and features

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