Samsung opens Android 10-based One UI 2.0 beta program for the Galaxy S10 lineup

Earlier this week, Samsung teased the Android 10-based One UI 2.0 beta program for the Galaxy S10 lineup, and now, the company has finally opened registrations for this beta program in its home country South Korea. The program currently only has 1,000 slots, but the company will let more users join in from October 14. If you live in South Korea and own the Galaxy S10, S10+ or the S10e, you can enroll in the One UI 2.0 beta program from the Samsung Members app on your device. Once you do that, you will receive an OTA which will upgrade your device to Android 10 with One UI 2.0...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s10_one_ui_2_android_10_beta-news-39602.php

OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren Edition hands-on

We can almost say it has become a tradition for OnePlus to launch a limited edition variant of its T-series smartphones as last year we got a OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition and now we are getting the OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren Edition. Boy, that's a mouthful. Since OnePlus emphasizes on speed - snappy software, super fast charging, etc., it's only natural for the company to team up once again with McLaren to design its phone. But while last year's 6T skin was more simplistic in a way and embodied the older design of McLaren P1, the 7T Pro McLaren borrows its looks from the brand new McLaren...

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Realme X2 Pro appears in a hands-on video

Live images of the Realme X2 Pro appeared yesterday which revealed its design. And today, we are looking at a short hands-on video of the X2 Pro that surfaced on Chinese social network Weibo. We are looking at the white-colored variant of the X2 Pro which is similar to the Pearl White version of the Realme XT. But, unlike the XT, the X2 Pro has its quad-camera setup placed in the center, with the Realme logo sitting horizontally below the cameras on the right side. You can also see that the X2 Pro has its power key on the right side, with the volume rocker placed on the left. Moving on...

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Huawei Mate 20 Pro starts receiving Android 10

Despite the current issues Huawei is facing with the Huawei Mate 30 Pro and Google services, the Mate 20 Pro is still a thing and it's bound to receive the latest Android software update. And it appears that some users are already receiving the much-anticipated OTA update. Owners in the Netherlands are reporting that their Mate 20 Pro devices are getting EMUI 10 based on Android 10 update along with September 2019 security patch. Of course, EMUI 10 receives a design overhaul along with some new features that Android 10 brings. Screenshots after the update The update...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_20_pro_starts_receiving_android_10-news-39600.php

OnePlus 7T Pro goes on sale in India

The OnePlus 7T Pro unveiled a couple of days ago is now available for purchase in India. It comes in a single 8GB/256GB configuration, which is priced at INR53,999 ($760/€690). You can buy it from OnePlus.in as well as OnePlus' offline stores. It's also available on Amazon.in for Prime members, with sales for non-Prime members commencing tomorrow. The OnePlus 7T Pro is built around a 6.67" QHD+ notchless AMOLED display with a fingerprint reader embedded in it. It has a Snapdragon 855+ SoC at the helm and runs Android 10-based OxygenOS 10 out of the box. OnePlus 7T Pro For...

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OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro receive Android 10-based OxygenOS Open Beta 3 update

OnePlus released OxygenOS 10 update for the OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro last month which brought Android 10 to both smartphones. Now, the company has released Android 10-based OxygenOS Open Beta 3 update for the 7 and 7 Pro, which brings in several bug fixes along with optimizations for GPS and OnePlus Switch. Additionally, the open beta update improves system stability and comes with a new feature called Work-Life Balance, which is available for Indian users only. You can check out the full changelog below to know more: System Added hide option in the Settings for Game...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_7_7_pro_oxygenos_open_beta_3-news-39597.php

Deal: get $500 off the Galaxy Note10+ with trade-in, and $200 credit or free Galaxy Fit and Galaxy Buds

If you've been looking at the Samsung Galaxy Note10+ but couldn't so far get yourself to actually order one, the Korean company is now running a promo that may just tip the scales for you. First off, you can get up to $500 off the price of the device with a qualifying trade-in - that means you'll have to surrender either a Galaxy S10+ or iPhone XS Max. If you have other handsets, you're getting less. Additionally, you can choose to receive $200 in Samsung store credit to use for whatever you want, or a free wearable bundle - which consists of both the Galaxy Buds true wireless...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deal_get_500_off_the_galaxy_note10_with_tradein_also_free_200_credit_or_galaxy_fit_and_galaxy_buds-news-39596.php

Pixel 4 pre-orders on Three UK will net you a free HP Chromebook 14

Google is finally going to make the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL official at an event on October 15, and it's high time that happens, as we've been flooded with a myriad of leaks left and right for the past few weeks. At this point it seems like there's nothing left to know about the devices, but today a Redditor spotted an advert in Nottingham, UK, that obviously went up too soon. As you can see, if you pre-order a Pixel 4 or Pixel 4 XL from Three UK, you are going to receive a free HP Chromebook 14 laptop, which runs Google's Chrome OS. Depending on which specific HP Chromebook 14 model...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/pixel_4_preorders_on_three_uk_will_net_you_a_free_hp_chromebook_14-news-39595.php

A Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite is also on the way

The same source that broke the news of the Samsung Galaxy Note10 Lite now claims that an S10 Lite phone is in the works too. However, this time around, we have more information to work with and we like what we hear. The Galaxy S10 Lite is rumored to feature 45W fast charging and Snapdargon 855 chipset, similarly to the Galaxy A91. In addition, it will have 8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage, 48MP main camera, 12MP ultra-wide lens and 5MP depth sensor. The front-facing snapper is supposed to be 32MP. Interestingly enough, a solid 4,500 mAh battery is expected to power up the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/a_samsung_galaxy_s10_lite_is_also_a_thing-news-39594.php

Our Redmi Note 8 Pro video review is up

Xiaomi's Redmi line aims to offer some of the best bang for your buck in the smartphone world. Competition in the midrange segment has definitely been fierce during the past years with higher expectations across the board, which makes it even harder for brands to stay ahead of the curve. Enter the Redmi Note 8 Pro, Xiaomi's latest effort to push a phone that delivers in all the major pillars of a solid smartphone. There's an all-new design, improved cameras and bigger battery compared to its predecessor but is that enough in today's overcrowded smartphone market? Our review team went...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_redmi_note_8_pro_video_review_is_up-news-39592.php

Cheaper Note to be called Samsung Galaxy Note10 Lite

The rumor about an affordable Galaxy Note10 has been thrown around even before the Note10 series came to be in August this year. However, after Samsung launching just two devices, many thought there won't be three Note10 handsets, until recently. According to a reliable source, Samsung has chosen the Galaxy Note10 Lite name. The model number was already confirmed as SM-N770F but unfortunately, we have no intel regarding specs. As of now, no one knows what makes it Lite although, it's safe to say that the S Pen is here to stay. After all, it's a Note device. Going by the Galaxy...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note10_lite_is_real_and_its_coming-news-39593.php

Samsung Galaxy A91 will come with Snapdragon 855 chipset and 45W fast charging

While Samsung announced the A90 5G just last month, it appears its successor is already on its way. The Galaxy A91 (SM-A915F) will offer the same core specifications, including a 6.7-inch Infinity-U display, Snapdragon 855 chipset and 4,500 mAh battery but will bump up the fast charging to 45W. A notable change is the lack of 5G connectivity which should result in a lower starting price. Around the back, the A91 is rumored to keep the same 48MP F/2.0 main camera but with a 12MP ultrawide sensor in place of the 8MP camera found on the A90. The third shooter will likely be a depth...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a91_will_come_with_snapdragon_855_chipset_and_45w_charger-news-39590.php

Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite/Mi CC9 review

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Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite review

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Google Pixel 4 press images show out Motion Sense gestures and face unlock

We've already seen a myriad of Pixel 4 leaks even though we're still 4 days away from the official Google event. Given the phone's extensive leak history, it was only natural that the marketing campaign also appeared before the official announcement. Evan Blass managed to get hold of some official press shots which show the Pixel 4 in the Panda colorway and focus on the new 3D face unlock and Motion Sense gesture systems. Pixel 4 Face Unlock ads The first two images show us two users who are presumably using the new face unlock feature. The Pixel 4 will come with an all-new facial...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_4_press_images_show_out_motion_sense_gestures_and_face_unlock_-news-39589.php

Redmi K20 Pro matches Pixel 3, beats iPhone XR in DxOMark tests

The Redmi K20 Pro proved to be a strong contender in DxOMark's camera tests. With an overall score of 102, it matches the Pixel 3 and is a point ahead of the iPhone XR. Keep in mind that this is a €400 phone, significantly more affordable than either of those. The overall score doesn't tell the whole story. The still camera got a score of 108, which puts it close to 2018 flagships - the Galaxy Note9 got 107, the iPhone XS Max got 110 in the still camera tests. The K20 Pro camera is a good overall performer, the main criticisms against it are the limited dynamic range and the occasional...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k20_pro_matches_pixel_3_and_iphone_xr_in_dxomark_tests-news-39587.php

Apple plans to build its own 5G modem in 2022 iPhones

Apple bought Intel's modem business earlier this year in an attempt to develop another piece of its hardware in-house without being dependent on partners and their pace of research and development. There's still a lot of work to be done until that happens though as an inside source revealed that Apple's own 5G modem is not coming to iPhones before 2022. The current chipset supplier for Apple is Qualcomm, and the San Diego chip manufacturer has promised it will deliver 5G modems for the next-year iPhones. However, given the rough year both companies had, fighting in court over...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_plans_to_build_its_own_5g_modem_in_2022_iphones-news-39586.php

Realme X2 Pro 50W charging gets a real life test

Oppo introduced the SuperVOOC charging back in June 2018 with the Find X Lamborghini Edition and we managed to test its as impressive in real life as it is on paper. Now the technology is reaching Realme and the X2 Pro will arrive with it in four days. In order to showcase how fast the charging actually is, the brand posted a neat video, showing the phone going from 1% to 100% in 30 minutes 53 seconds. Previously, the company confirmed the Snapdragon 855+ chipset, the 90 Hz display and the 256 GB UFS3.0 storage. This, combined with the quad-camera setup, featuring...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x2_pro_battery_complete_charge_30_minutes-news-39583.php

Xiaomi working on phone with 120Hz display and 5X telephoto camera

Two weeks ago we saw news that Xiaomi is working on a phone capable of recording 8K video at 30fps. Now with the first MIUI 11 beta out, the folks over at XDA Devlopers have discovered a refresh rate toggle in the display settings which comes with a 120 Hz option. This confirms that Xiaomi is indeed working on a phone with the high refresh rate which up until now has only be featured on gaming phones like the two Razer Phones and the Asus ROG Phone II. Refresh rate toggle in MIUI 11 display settings In addition to the high refresh rate screen, it seems Xiaomi will also offer...

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Leaked Meizu 16T camera sample reveals impressive colors in Night Mode

Meizu 16T is coming on October 23 with a triple camera setup (12 MP + 10MP + 5 MP) on the back, and now, thanks to Hua Hailang, VP at the company, we have the first camera sample. The image is taken during the night in the Forbidden City in Beijing, China, and the colors look very impressive. Click for full resolution of the Meizu 16T camera sample The image has 12 MP resolution, meaning it was taken with the main shooter. It is obvious it was in Night Mode since the people in the center of the image are blurry - that's what happens when the shutter stays open for a long...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/latest_meizu_16t_camera_sample_reveals_impressive_colors_in_night_mode-news-39580.php

Xiaomi rumored to bring back Mi Note line soon

Back in June Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun clarified the the brand's product lines strategy going forward. The growing Redmi line was tasked with delivering phones with the best possible value for money, while the Mi line was to continue its focus on incorporating the latest innovations and flagship components. The post also confirmed that there aren't any plans for the Mi Note and Mi Max series for this year, but we now learn plans might have changed since. A new tweet by the usually very accurate Ice Universe claims that the Mi Note line is coming back with the Mi Note 10 as early as the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_rumored_to_bring_back_mi_note_line_soon-news-39579.php

Realme X2 Pro live shots appear online

Realme X2 Pro will be unveiled next week with a Snapdragon 855+ chipset, 64 MP camera and a 90 Hz display. So far specs have been more than flattering, but now we got to see the actual phone in some hands-on photos that leaked on Weibo. This phone has one obvious difference from its non-Pro sibling - the four-camera setup is now positioned in the center, instead of the top left side. Another interesting thing is the "Realme" sign, sitting horizontally on the right side, but below the shooters. This is truly a unique way to put your logo and we are pretty sure the company will have a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x2_pro_live_shots_appear_online-news-39578.php

Get a free pair of Galaxy Buds in the UK if you buy a Galaxy Note10, S10, or A90 5G

Samsung has started running a new promotion in the UK, which will net you a free pair of Galaxy Buds true wireless headphones if you purchase specific smartphones. These are the Galaxy S10, S10+, S10e, S10 5G, Note10, Note10+, Note 10+ 5G, and A90 5G. Buy either one of these before October 23 from the UK, and then register for a Samsung Members account and access the app, where you go to the Benefits section and tap on "Your Galaxy Buds are calling". You then upload your proof of purchase of the smartphone within 30 days of buying it. Samsung will send you an email once it's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/get_a_free_pair_of_galaxy_buds_in_the_uk_if_you_buy_a_galaxy_note10_s10_or_a90_5g-news-39577.php

Samsung Galaxy Fold torn down on video

Last month, YouTuber JerryRigEverything performed a durability test of the Samsung Galaxy Fold to see exactly how well Samsung updated the hardware with durability in mind. Today, Zack is back with a teardown of the Galaxy Fold. His goal is to find out whether he can successfully detach one side of the phone and continue to use it like normal. He starts by heating and removing the glass panel on the back half of the phone, the one that has the triple cameras. After removing the external display from one half and the Qi wireless charging coil from the other half, the phone's two...

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OnePlus will update the all devices after the OnePlus 5 to Oxygen OS 10

Earlier today, OnePlus unveiled the OnePlus 7T Pro at a launch event in London. Carl Pei kicked off the event by talking about Oxygen OS, particularly about how the skin is among the tech community's favorite OEM UI. OnePlus also touted how quickly it pushes Android updates to its users thanks to its OnePlus community and frequent Beta programs, both open and closed, to refine OTA updates for its users. It Took 17 days for OnePlus to update the OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro to Android 10. After inviting Google's Director of Engineering for Android, Carl Pei came back on stage to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_will_update_the_all_devices_after_the_oneplus_5_to_oxygen_os_10-news-39575.php

Samsung pushing Note10 firmware updates in US and Europe

The Samsung Galaxy Note10 and Galaxy Note10+ are getting their latest firmware updates in the US and certain European countries. The US update comes bearing the N97xU1UES1ASI3 build number. It brings the October security patch and weighs in at just over 200MB. As of now its only available for unlocked units. US update changelog (left) and European changelog (right) Users in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany are also getting the new firmware update but with more additions. These include improvements to the camera app and picture quality as well as stability improvements to the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_pushing_note10_updates_in_us_and_europe_-news-39574.php

The OnePlus 7T coming to Europe, North America and China next week

While fans in India have been enjoying the OnePlus 7T for a while now, the rest of the world has been waiting. The wait is almost over, as the phone will expand to other regions - here's the list. The 7T will be available in all of the European Union starting Friday next week (October 17). There's only one version - 8/128GB - which will cost €600. There's no 256GB option apparently (the non-T phone with 8/256GB memory was €610, the 6/128GB was €560). OnePlus 7T in Glacial Blue and Frosted Silver The phone will also reach the United States and Canada, even though the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_oneplus_7t_is_headed_to_europe_north_america_and_china_next_week-news-39571.php

The OnePlus 7T Pro unveiled with Snapdragon 855+ and Warp Charge 30T

The OnePlus 7T Pro is official and it brings the typical upgrades you would expect from a T-phone - nothing as major as the vanilla 7T upgrade. With it comes the McLaren Edition, whose exterior draws inspiration from the racing legend. The OnePlus 7T Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 855+ chipset - thanks to higher clock speeds, it promises 15% higher graphics performance. That will surely come handy as the list of games that support 90Hz screens grows. There's a single memory configuration available, 8GB of RAM and 256GB storage (UFS 3.0). The 6/128GB and 12/256GB versions of the 7...

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OnePlus 7T Pro hands-on review

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Counterpoint: US smartphone sales continue to slump in Q3, Apple doing better than expected

Counterpoint released its early Q3 2019 smartphone sales report for the US and the numbers indicate slower sales compared to the same period last year. In August alone smartphone sales dipped by 4% as the market saw 11.3 million units move. The combined values for July and August show an even greater slump to 10%. As expected Apple was dominant in September with the new iPhone 11 launch posting higher interest than last year's models. The iPhone 11 Pro Max garnered the highest demand out of the three new iPhones during pre-sales and the opening week period but Counterpoint expects a...

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Watch the OnePlus 7T Pro launch live here

The OnePlus 7T was revealed last month in New York and New Delhi, but today the company is having a separate launch in London, where it will confirm the European pricing and availability of the smartphone. More importantly it introduce the OnePlus 7T Pro. The event begins at 3 PM UTC and you can watch it below. We already reviewed the OnePlus 7T and determined that it is the best T upgrade yet, but the OnePlus 7T Pro might not be as big a step forward. It will come with the Snapdragon 855+ chipset and a slightly bigger battery and it will be joined by an exclusive McLaren edition....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/watch_the_oneplus_7t_pro_launch_live_here-news-39566.php

Latest Realme X update brings Digital Wellbeing, security patches

Realme X has received an OTA update with some cool new features. The version's code is RMX1901EX_11.A.08 and comes with the September security patch. There are some new features, settings, and options, as well as an optimization of power consumption. Here is the full changelog: Security Android security patch: September, 2019 System Added the manual lock feature by long press the power button Display the data consumed by connected devices Customizable data consumed reminder Settings Display the screen on time Added Google Digital Wellbeing Launcher Added date and...

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Android 10 beta release for S10 series detailed, but it's getting delayed

Two days ago we learned that Samsung is planning to release a OneUI 2.0 beta based on Android 10 for the Galaxy S10 series as early as today. South Korean users will still be first in line for the update but the launch date has been pushed back to mid-October according to a post from a Samsung representative in the official community forum. This likely means that the international rollout will also be pushed back. In addition, the representative gave out more details on the participation criteria which will include a total of 10,000 beta testers. 5,000 spots are reserved for SK...

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Honor V30 Pro will have OLED screen with dual punch holes, 60MP rear cam and Kirin 990 5G

The Honor V30 will be a flagship that can challenge even the Mate 30. Some promo photos of the device have surfaced on Weibo, showing a square camera on the back reminiscent of the Mate 20. There will be two models - Honor V30 and V30 Pro - both of which will have a punch hole selfie camera. The V30 Pro will actually have two punch holes in its OLED screen, the vanilla V30 will have a single selfie cam on its LCD. The rear camera on the back is more interesting, the main sensor is said to be 60MP. Not 64MP, indicating that this is a sensor we haven't seen yet (it's similar to the...

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TCL Plex now available for purchase

After years of making phones under different brand names like Alcatel and BlackBerry, last month TCL finally released its first phone called the Plex. It's a capable midranger with a 6.53-inch IPS display, hole-punch selfie camera and Snapdragon 675 chipset. While the phone is still expected to arrive in Europe towards the end of the year, it's already gone on sale in Malaysia. The Plex is available in the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration and comes bundled alongside the TCL MTRO wireless on-ear headphones. There are two color options - Opal White and Obsidian Black and pricing...

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Realme X2 Pro to have up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage

In the latest Realme X2 Pro hint, the brand's CMO Xu Qi Chase officially confirmed that the upcoming phone will be offered with up to 12GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 3.0 storage. This comes after yesterday's news about the phone's 135 Hz sampling rate and an improved fingerprint scanner which will be able to unlock the phone in a mere 0.23 seconds. The Realme X2 Pro is expected to come with a 6.5-inch AMOLED panel with a 90Hz refresh rate and waterdrop notch for its 32MP selfie camera. The phone will come equipped with a quad-camera setup headlined by a 64MP main shooter. You'll...

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Oppo K5 comes with Snapdragon 730G and 64MP camera

Oppo announced the Reno Ace flagship with Snapdragon 855+ and 65W charging, but the event also saw the unveiling of the midranger Oppo K5. This device has a Snapdragon 730G chipset and a 64 MP camera, along with three more shooters. The screen of the Oppo K5 is an AMOLED panel with an underdisplay fingerprint scanner. It's diagonal is 6.4", while the ratio is 19.5:9. The front-facing camera is hidden in a waterdrop notch and there is a slight bezel on the bottom. Otherwise, it is a pretty impressive device and Oppo promises over 91% screen-to-body ratio. The back of the...

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Oppo Reno Ace brings 90Hz display, Snapdragon 855+ and 65W charging

The latest entry in Oppo's Reno series, the Reno Ace, brings all the flagship specs you'd expect at this point in time like a 90Hz display, Snapdragon 855+ and a quad camera. Alongside those features, Oppo is also debuting the fastest charging solution on the market with SuperVOOC 2.0. The blazing-fast 65W charger can fully top up the 4,000 mAh battery inside the Reno Ace in just 30 minutes. The GaN charger is also quite compact and supports USB-PD and Qualcomm's Quick Charge standard. Starting with the display, the Reno Ace packs a 6.5-inch FHD+ AMOLED panel with a 20:9 aspect...

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LG V50S ThinQ is official in South Korea - the 5G version of G8X ThinQ

Back in August, we reported that LG is planning to launch the upcoming G8X ThinQ as V50S ThinQ in its domestic market. While the device was introduced as a part of the G lineup for markets without latest gen networks, the company has made it a part of its 5G V lineup in its home country. It comes with an LG Dual Screen in the box and the total price is $1,199. It is expected to arrive in Europe and North America - it will actually be the first dual-screen product by LG in the US and the Canadian market. Promo images of LG V50S ThinQ The V50S is powered by the Snapdragon...

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Oppo Reno A launches in Japan with Snapdragon 710, IP67 dust and water resistance

Oppo launched the Reno A in the Japanese market today. The phone comes with a 6.4-inch 1080x2340 19.5:9 AMOLED touchscreen with an in-display fingerprint sensor and Gorilla Glass 5 protection, the Snapdragon 710 SoC at the helm, 6GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. On the rear there's a dual rear camera system, with a 16 MP main snapper aided by a 2 MP depth sensor. There's a 25 MP selfie shooter in the notch up front. The battery capacity is 3,600 mAh, and the phone runs Android 9 Pie with ColorOS 6 on top. It has IP67 certification for water and dust resistance, and is available in blue and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno_a_launches_in_japan_with_snapdragon_710_ip67_dust_and_water_resistance-news-39560.php

Analyst: the iPhone SE 2 is coming in Q1 next year, AR-capable iPad Pro and headset soon after

Ming-Chi Kuo is building on his previous predictions about the iPhone SE - it will come in the first quarter of next year. It will have an iPhone 8-based design, down to the 4.7" LCD, however it will use the Apple A13 chipset from this year. Nikkei Asian Review is predicting very similar specs. Kuo predicts Apple will sell 30-40 million of these. One thing that's not clear if the phone will use the cheap Touch ID sensor (which will fragment Apple's ecosystem) or a pricier Face ID module. Anyway, Kuo says Apple will also unveil a new iPad Pro in Q1. It will feature a 3D Time of Flight...

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Redmi 7, Note 7/7Pro and K20 get MIUI 11 stable build in China

Xiaomi announced its latest version of MIUI at the launch of the Mi 9 Pro and Mi Mix Alpha and now the Redmi 7, Redmi Note 7/7 Pro and the K20 users in China are receiving the new firmware. MIUI 11 update for K20 and Redmi 7/ Note7/Note 7 Pro MIUI 11.0.3 for the Redmi K20 comes in at 700 MB while MIUI 11.0.1.0 for the Redmi 7, Redmi Note 7 and Note 7 Pro also brings the September security patch. MIUI 11 is a fairly big overhaul with refined visuals including a system-wide dark mode, new dynamic sounds effects and alarms as well as the Mi Go Travel and Mi Work...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_7_note_7_7pro_and_k20_get_miui_11_stable_build_in_china_-news-39558.php

OnePlus 7T and 7T Pro event: what to expect

Tomorrow, OnePlus is expected to unveil the OnePlus 7T Pro - an improved version of the Pro from earlier this year. But it won't be a huge improvement, certainly nothing like the quantum leap from the OnePlus 7 to the 7T. Here's what we expect will happen at the event. First, the obvious - Europeans will finally get to find out the prices and launch dates for the OnePlus 7T. The most eager fans in India already bought theirs, folks in the US can get one starting October 18 (Friday next week). The 7T is expected to start at €600. OnePlus 7T Pro: no major external changes are...

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Google Pixel 4 to come in Slightly Green, Maybe Pink, Sky Blue and Really Yellow

The Google Pixel 4 will be quite the chameleon, if the information received by UK store Mobile Fun from one of its insiders is anything to go by. According to that the Google Pixel 4 will come in new 'Maybe Pink', 'Sky Blue', 'Slightly Green' and 'Really Yellow' colors, likely alongside the 'Clearly White' (colloquially-referred to as Panda), 'Just Black' and the other new 'Oh So Orange'. Below are alleged renders from Olixar cases, showing the 'Slightly Green' and 'Really Yellow' colors in a clear case. Google Pixel 4 in 'Slightly Green' and 'Really Yellow' While this is a...

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Cheaper Galaxy Note10 on its way to Europe in Black and Red colors

Last month we heard some rumors that Samsung is working on a more affordable Galaxy Note10. The phone in question bearing the SM-N770F model number was discovered by the folks at SamMobile and will reportedly arrive in Europe in black and red colors. We still don't have any concrete information on the specifications or exact pricing. Galaxy Note10 in Aura Black and Red The last time we saw a more affordable entry in the Galaxy Note line was the Note 3 Neo back in 2014. With a starting price of over $900, the Note10 line is certainly not the most affordable around and having a...

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Galaxy S10 will also get the Android 10 beta in the US and Germany

The Android 10 teaser that appeared in South Korea yesterday has also been spotted in the US and Germany. This was posted through the Samsung Members app. In the US, unlocked phones as well as those on Sprint and T-Mobile's network will be able to join the beta test. In Germany, it's going to be open for unlocked phones - this includes the Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10e. The Galaxy S10 5G is not listed, but according to the teaser from Korea, it will be added later on. Android 10 with One UI 2 is coming to the Galaxy S10 phones Unfortunately, none of the teasers reveal...

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Euro prices for the OnePlus 7T and 7T Pro McLaren Edition leak

The OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren Edition is set to become the company's most expensive phone yet - whether it costs too much will depend on how big a fan of McLaren you are and if the rumors of 65W fast charging prove to be true. This phone will cost €850-860, according to leakster Ishan Agarwal. It will come with 12GB of RAM and 256GB storage and most likely a different look on the back. Judging by the box, chances are we'll see carbon fiber with orange highlights again, just like the OnePlus 6T McLaren. That phone was the first to use Warp Charge 30, as you might remember and in the same way,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/euro_prices_for_the_oneplus_7t_and_7t_pro_mclaren_edition_leak-news-39555.php

nubia Red Magic 3s to go global on October 16, price confirmed

nubia has launched the Red Magic 3 in May and updated it with the Red Magic 3s with a Snapdragon 855+ chipset, in early September. The 3s was available in China for the past month for CNY2,999 ($419) for the 8/128 GB variant. Now the company has confirmed that it is arriving on the global scene and will have a slightly higher price tag - $479 / €479 / £419 for the very same 8/128 GB option in Eclipse Black and Mecha Silver. The latest flagship chipset by Qualcomm is only one of many impressive specs about the phone. It also has a 90 Hz display with 6.65" AMOLED panel and a 48 MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_red_magic_3s_global_pricing_is_out_right_in_time_for_october_16_launch-news-39553.php

Google is reportedly working on a 5G Pixel

Nikkei Asian Review cites insiders who say that Google has started test production of a 5G-connected Pixel phone. This is a separate device from the Pixel 4 duo, which will only feature 4G connectivity - those are have already entered mass production and will be ready to ship soon after next week's unveiling. But the Pixel 5G might not be unveiled next week or even this year. The sources say that Google could wait until Spring to unveil the Pixel 5G alongside the affordable Pixel 4a. That would still put it ahead of Apple, who won't renew its premium lineup until September 2020. The...

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Black Shark 2 Pro is now available in Europe

As expected, the Black Shark 2 Pro is now available for purchase across Europe. The first flash sale begins today ends at 11 AM CEST tomorrow. During this period, potential buyers can benefit from the included free gamepad kit alongside a 50% discount on select accessories. The Black Shark 2 Pro packs 6.39-inch AMOLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling. The display also features pressure-sensitive touch functionality which comes in handy during shooters like PUBG Mobile. Under the hood, you get the latest Snapdragon 855+ chipset with up to 12 GB RAM and 256 GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/black_shark_2_pro_is_now_available_in_europe-news-39552.php