HTC launches another blockchain phone - Exodus 1s

Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Well, that's not entirely fair if you are a firm believer in the future of blockchain technology and crypto currencies in the end user space. That was the spotlight feature on the original HTC Exodus 1 and the same is true for the newly announced Exodus 1s. The phone doubles as a hardware ledger and this time around has a few other crypto tricks up its sleeve. But more on that in a bit. First thins first, however, the hardware itself. There really is no way around it, the 1s has pretty terrible hardware for 2019. You are looking at a Snapdragon 435...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/htc_launches_another_blockchain_phone__exodus_1s-news-39720.php

Xiaomi starts recruiting MIUI 11 Global Stable beta testers for eight smartphones

Xiaomi has started recruiting beta testers for the MIUI 11 Global Stable ROM which was announced three days ago. The Chinese phone maker is recruiting MIUI 11 Global Stable beta testers for eight smartphones: Redmi K20 (aka Mi 9T), Redmi K20 Pro (aka Mi 9T Pro), Poco F1, Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi 7, Redmi Y3, Redmi Note 7, and Redmi Note 7S. Those interested can apply here until October 20, 9 PM IST. Xiaomi says limited slots are available and applicants will be selected on First Come First Serve basis. You can head over to the source link below for more details about the beta...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_miui_11_global_stable_beta_recruitment-news-39718.php

vivo U3 goes official with Snapdragon 675 SoC, triple cameras, and a 5,000 mAh battery

The vivo U3 that was teased yesterday and slated to be unveiled on October 21 is already official. It's built around a 6.53" FHD+ display that has a notch up top for the 16MP selfie camera. Around back, you get a fingerprint reader, accompanied by a triple camera setup which consists of 16MP main, 8MP ultrawide and 2MP macro units. On the inside, the vivo U3 has a Snapdragon 675 SoC, coupled with up to 6GB RAM. The smartphone has 64GB of onboard storage and boots Android Pie-based Funtouch OS 9. It also comes with features like Multi-Turbo, Game Space, and the company's AI-based...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_u3_specs_price-news-39714.php

OnePlus 6 and 6T get Android 10 with an Open Beta update

Last week OnePlus confirmed that it will update the OnePlus 5 and 6 series with Android 10. Today, the company announced the rollout of Open Beta 1 which brings Android 10 to OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T. OnePlus 6T The Android 10-based Open Beta 1 update includes new UI design and location permissions for the OnePlus 6 and 6T. Additionally, it comes with full-screen gestures that allow inward swipes from the left or right edge of the screen to go back. The beta update also includes a new feature called Game Space which offers quick access to all your games and options like Fnatic Mode...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_6_6t_android_10_open_beta_1_update-news-39712.php

Samsung is discontinuing Linux support on Dex

Full-featured desktop productivity out of a docked mobile device has been kind of the holy grail for quite a few years now. Within the right dedicated and tech-savvy communities, of course. And while major players on the smartphone market have various desktop interfaces and workflows up on offer today, Samsung was one of the few keeping the true dream alive in its no-compromise entirety with the Linux on Dex program. Well, sadly, that is all coming to an end, at least for now. The Korean giant recently sent out an email to participants in the Linux on DeX Beta program, explaining...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_is_discontinuing_linux_support_on_dex-news-39713.php

Huawei nova 5z appears in an official image with key specs

Huawei has launched five smartphones already under its nova 5 series, and the company today announced it will soon launch the sixth one, dubbed nova 5z. Huawei posted an image on Chinese social network Weibo to make the announcement and reveal the phone's design and a few specs. As you can see, the Huawei nova 5z looks similar to the nova 5i Pro. It has a punch-hole display on the front and on the back is a fingerprint reader keeping company to the quad camera setup placed in the center in a square formation. Huawei nova 5z The image reveals that this camera setup is a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_nova_5z_specs_design-news-39711.php

Google Voice now works with Hey Siri on iPhones and iPads

Not only does Google Voice still exist, but it's also adding new features. The service lets you call and text internationally for what should be cheaper rates than what your carrier charges. And starting today, if you have an iPhone or iPad, using Google Voice just became a lot simpler, and hands-free-er. Google has added support for Siri, which means that you can simply say Hey Siri, call John on Google Voice or something similar to, well, start a voice call. Or Hey Siri, send a message using Google Voice, if that's what you're after. To make this work you first have to go to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_voice_now_works_with_hey_siri_on_iphones_and_ipads-news-39709.php

Samsung issues statement following reports of fingerprint vulnerability on S10/ Note10

Last week, a report surfaced that British Galaxy S10 user, Lisa Neilson discovered a fingerprint scanner vulnerability that would let anyone access her device through a vulnerability with the ultra-sonic fingerprint sensor. Cheap silicone screen protectors have dot matrices so the clear protector wouldn't stick to the smooth glass. This caused a malfunction with the ultra-sonic in-display fingerprint sensor. In practice, enrolling your fingerprint doesn't work through such a case, except it did. It was enrolling the pattern on the silicone cover and not from a user's finger, so when...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_issues_statement_following_reports_of_fingerprint_vulnerability_on_s10__note10-news-39708.php

List of Sony Xperia phones getting Android 10 published by DoCoMo

Japanese carrier DoCoMo has posted a list of phones that will get updated to Android 10. Note that Sony's plans for the global models may be different, but it seems that flagships from early 2018 and later are safe. Sony Xperia XZ2 • Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact • Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium Sony Xperia XZ3 • Sony Xperia 1 • Sony Xperia 5 Also on the list is the Sony Xperia Ace, a DoCoMo-exclusive phone that is an Xperia XZ4 Compact in all but name. This phone never got a wide release, however. Anyway, the Xperia XZ1 and XZ1 Compact from late 2017 are not on the list. They...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/list_of_sony_xperia_phones_waiting_for_the_android_10_update_published_by_docomo-news-39705.php

vivo Y11 (2019) unveiled with 6.35-inch display, Snapdragon 439 and 5,000 mAh battery

Adding to its ever growing list of entry-level devices, vivo just unveiled the Y11 (2019) in Vietnam. Design-wise the phone is quite similar to the vivo Y12 but comes with one camera fewer on the back and swaps the Helio P22 chipset for the Snapdragon 439. Upfront the Y11 (2019) packs a 6.35-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch for the 8MP front cam. Around the back, we have a 13MP F/2.2 main shooter paired with a 2MP F/2.4 depth helper flanked by a fingerprint reader. Under the hood, we have the Snapdragon 439 paired with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage which can be expanded via the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_y11_2019_unveiled_with_635inch_display_snapdragon_439_and_5000_mah_battery-news-39707.php

Upcoming noise-canceling AirPods Pro to cost $250

At the begging of the month, we saw a hint of the upcoming noise-canceling AirPods Pro in the iOS 13.2 beta. The firmware showcased a render of the new AirPods which look like a mashup between the original AirPod design and the old school iPod in-ear headphones. AirPods Pro glyph Now a new report from the China Economic Daily, gives some more details such as a possible launch date in time for the Holiday season alongside estimated retail price of $250. Apple will still offer the regular AirPods while the new Pro version will be positioned as a premium alternative similar to the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/upcoming_noisecanceling_airpods_pro_to_cost_250-news-39702.php

Samsung Galaxy Note10+ 5G gets an update, likely a fingerprint issue fix

It was recently discovered that all smartphones from Samsung with the ultrasonic fingerprint reader, meaning the Galaxy S10, S10+, S10 5G, Note10, Note10+ and Note10+ 5G have a security flaw that lets unregistered fingerprint to unlock the device if you use some third party screen protectors. Samsung promised to fix it and here's the first phone to get the patch - the Galaxy Note10+ 5G. Or at least we think so. This is the second update for the series this month and this version is N976BXXU1ASJ2 for users in the UK. The patch is just 18MB big and the changelog says that it improves the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/a_software_update_probably_fixes_the_fingerprint_issue_with_the_galaxy_note10_5g-news-39701.php

vivo V17 Pro review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v17_pro-review-2006.php

Huawei nova 6 will have a 5G model

The Huawei nova 5 has been around since June this year along with other nova 5 alterations but it appears that Huawei is already working on a successor called nova 6. Not only that but according to a reputable source, the handset is expected to get a 5G-enabled version. Unfortunately at this point, this is the only piece of info we got. We suspect that the phone is due to be released early next year as it won't make sense for Huawei to launch a successor so soon after the nova 5. And we are more than certain that we'll get more details about it in the coming weeks. Source

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_nova_6_will_have_a_5g_model-news-39699.php

Realme X2 Pro goes on sale in China, 5 Pro now available in Europe

The freshly announced Realme X2 Pro is now available for purchase in China. It's priced at CNY2,699 ($380/€340) for the 6GB/64GB version, while the 8GB/128GB variant costs CNY2,899 ($410/€370). There's also a third model going for CNY3,299 ($465/€420), which comes with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. You can buy the X2 Pro from Realme's official China site, and for a limited time, the company's offering a discount of CNY100 ($15/€13) on all the models. Realme X2 Pro The Realme X2 Pro is also coming to the European market, but you will have to wait until November to buy one. However,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x2_pro_china_sale_5_pro_europe_sale-news-39697.php

The OnePlus 7T series is now available in Europe and the US

The OnePlus 7T and 7T Pro are now available in markets around the world. Let's start with Europe. On the mainland, the 7T costs €600 and you can have it Glacier Blue or Frosted Silver. 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is the only option. The Pro model is €760 and your choices are even more limited - you can have it in any color as long as it's Haze Blue and 8/256GB is the memory configuartion. The McLaren Edition (12/256GB) is coming on November 5. In the UK, the prices are £550 for the 7T and £700 for the Pro. Note that you can trade in an old device, e.g. a OnePlus 6T is good for €170...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_oneplus_7t_series_is_now_available_in_europe_and_the_us-news-39698.php

Nvidia is working on new Shield TV and TV Pro smart media players

Nvidia has two new Shield TV players in the works - one appeared on Amazon, another on NewEgg. Those pages were pulled down, but not before people grabbed images and screenshots. The two players are powered by the Tegra X1+ chipset, which according to Nvidia is 25% faster than the X1 chipset of the original Shield TV. This is the same chipset that the Nintendo Switch uses, by the way, and while you can't play Switch games on the Shield, it should handle Android games and emulation with ease. But multimedia is the main focus. Dolby Vision HDR uses per-scene metadata for finer control...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nvidia_is_working_on_new_shield_tv_and_tv_pro_smart_media_players-news-39696.php

Upcoming vivo U3 teased, will debut on October 21

An upcoming entry-level phone from vivo was just teased through by the company on Weibo. The first image of the vivo U3 shows us that the phone will pack the Snapdragon 675 chipset and also gives us a look at the back. There is a triple camera setup and a fingerprint reader on the back. Apart from the logo placement, the U3 looks identical to vivo U3x which is a rebranded version of he vivo U10. A while back a Snapdragon 675 powered vivo phone appeared on TENAA with the V1934A/T model number. That listing showed the phone will come with a 6.53-inch FHD+ screen with a 16MP selfie cam...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/upcoming_vivo_u3_teased_will_debut_on_october_21-news-39694.php

ZTE Blade 20 boasts a 5,000mAh battery and Helio P60 chipset, entry-level price

The ZTE Blade 20 is an entry-level smartphone you can give to your parents or to your kids. It will go on pre-order soon and shipments will start on the 28th. JD.com will be selling it for CNY 1,000 - that's around $140/€125. The phone has a 6.49" LCD on the front with 720p+ resolution and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. ZTE claims 91.1% screen to body ratio, partly due to the teardrop notch. The phone is powered by a MediaTek Helio P60 chipset - the four A73 CPU cores (+ four A53) and a Mali-G72 MP3 GPU are more than fast enough for casual gaming. The phone comes with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_blade_20_boasts_a_5000mah_battery_and_helio_p60_chipset_entrylevel_price-news-39695.php

Huawei Enjoy 10 goes official with Kirin 710F SoC and 6.39" punch-hole display

Huawei unveiled the Enjoy 10 Plus with a Kirin 710F SoC and a notch-less display earlier last month, and today the company followed it up with a slightly toned down vanilla Enjoy 10. The Huawei Enjoy 10 is built around a 6.39" display that has HD+ resolution and a punch hole in the upper-left corner for the 8MP selfie camera. Around the back, the smartphone sports a dual camera setup aligned vertically in the top-left corner which is a combination of a 48MP main and 2MP depth sensor units. The fingerprint reader that accompanied the rear cameras on the Plus variant is missing from the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_enjoy_10_specs_price-news-39693.php

Samsung Galaxy A90 5G now available in China

The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is the fourth phone in the brand's lineup to support the next-gen networks. It was unveiled back in September and has now made its way to China. Along with the 5G capabilities, the phone comes with some high-end specs like the Snapdragon 855 chipset, a 48MP main camera and a large 6.7-inch SuperAMOLED display. The display features a small U-shaped notch fort the 32MP selfie cam and also comes with an optical UD fingerprint scanner. The battery comes in at 4,500 mAh with 25W fast charging. The Galaxy A90 5G is currently offered only in the 8GB RAM and 128GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a90_5g_now_available_in_china-news-39692.php

After OnePlus 8, the OnePlus 8 Pro breaks cover with a punch-hole display and quad cameras

It's not even been a month since OnePlus unveiled the 7T and 7T Pro. But we already got our first look at the OnePlus 8, and today we get to see the Pro variant. As you can see from the renders below, the OnePlus 8 Pro will come with a punch-hole display instead of a notch-less screen that we have on the OnePlus 7 Pro and 7T Pro. The OnePlus 8 Pro doesn't look all that different from the vanilla 8, but upon closer inspection you can notice the added 3D ToF sensor and supporting camera sensors at the back, as well as a larger earpiece. The top bezel on the OnePlus 8 Pro also appears to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_8_pro_leaked_renders-news-39691.php

Huawei P Smart 2020 certified by Chinese TENAA revealing triple cameras

The latest Huawei device to pass through the Chinese TENAA is reportedly the Huawei P Smart 2020. The 2019 P Smart had a 6.21-inch screen, dual camera with 13MP main sensor, 3GB of RAM paired with the Kirin 710 and a 3,400 mAh battery. Huawei P Smart (2019) Should the AQM-AL00 be associated with a new P Smart, it'll be updated in most categories of hardware. There's a slightly larger 6.3-inch OLED display with Full HD+ resolution with 20:8 aspect ratio. There's even word of an in-display fingerprint scanner and it'll have a larger 3,900 mAh battery. It measures 157.4 x 73.2 x 7.75...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_p_smart_2020_certified_by_chinese_tenaa_revealing_triple_cameras-news-39690.php

Motorola teases November 13 unveiling of the foldable RAZR 2019

We've been hearing about the Motorola RAZR 2019 with a foldable display for a long time now, and it seems the phone will be finally unveiled on November 13. Motorola has started sending out invites to the media for an event on November 13 which will be held in downtown Los Angeles. The invite sent by the Lenovo subsidiary includes a GIF that shows the old RAZR's hinge followed by what could be the hinge of the foldable RAZR. The invite also includes the phrase "You're going to flip" and says that the November 13 event will feature the "highly anticipated unveiling of a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_foldable_razr_2019_launch_date-news-39689.php

Chinese retailer lists IQOO Neo 855 ahead of launch event

Over the last couple of days, an IQOO device appeared on Antutu before IQOO itself confirmed the device's existence and announcement set for next week on October 24. Shortly after, a Chinese retailer has listed the gaming handset complete with color finishes and memory configurations. IQOO Neo 855 in Carbon Black and Electro-Optic Purple The listing still doesn't reveal the phone's other specifications like the camera setup or the battery size. Instead, there are teasers wondering about the phone's features, hinting some kind of advanced thermal cooling, a large battery and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/chinese_retailer_lists_iqoo_neo_855_ahead_of_launch_event-news-39688.php

Moto G8 Play leaks in live hands-on images

The Moto G8 Play leaked in some official-looking renders less than 24 hours ago, but what if you want an even better idea of what it looks like? For that, there are now a couple of leaked hands-on images of the yet-unannounced device to keep your interest level peaked. Here they are for your viewing pleasure. Moto G8 Play The G8 Play should become official in Brazil (where these pictures originate) very soon, apparently as soon as next week. But obviously someone in the country has already obtained a unit, and decided to share its looks with the world. As the previously leaked...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_g8_play_leaks_in_live_images-news-39687.php

Google Pixel 4 face unlock worryingly works even when your eyes aren't open

Google's Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL have no fingerprint sensor anywhere, instead relying only on face unlock for biometric authentication. Thanks to the advanced hardware housed in the big top screen bezel, this should theoretically be as secure as Apple's Face ID, but there's one key area in which the two technologies differ. It turns out that the Pixel 4 will unlock even when your eyes are closed. This can become an obvious issue as people around you (a nosy spouse or child or friend) could unlock your phone just by pointing it at your face while you're sleeping. It's unclear why Google has...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_4_face_unlock_worryingly_works_even_when_your_eyes_arent_open-news-39686.php

Asus ROG Phone ll teardown reveals rear vent is just for looks

The Asus ROG Phone ll is almost certainly the best gaming phone currently on the market (and as we found out that's a viable niche to be explored). With its gamer aesthetic and active cooling features the phone certainly stands out and Zack from JerryRigEverything did his signature teardown to show us what's on the inside. The phone was harder to take apart given its distinctly shaped glass panel which is separated by the metal air vent. It turns out that the vent is hollow and is not connected with any components on the motherboard. It does offer a small copper opening but that's pretty...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_rog_phone_ll_teardown_reveals_rear_vent_is_just_for_looks-news-39685.php

O2 launches its 5G network in six UK cities, plan costs are unchanged

UK carrier O2 has activated its 5G network and announced a number of new plans if you want to try the next generation of wireless connectivity - the good news is that you won't have to pay any premium, the 5G plans cost exactly the same as the 4G plans. An Unlimited plan is available if you plan to download massive amounts of data quickly. O2's 5G network is available in six cities: Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, Slough and Leeds. The first cells are concentrated in busy locations like city centers, football stadiums, metro stations and so on. Here are the 5G custom plans you can...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/o2_launches_its_5g_network_in_six_uk_cities_5g_plans_cost_the_same_as_4g_plans-news-39684.php

The Google Stadia controller will require a wired connection if playing on your phone

The Google Stadia service will go live in a month and (at least at first) you will need a USB cable if you want to play on your phone, Chromebook or computer. That means that switching between devices during gameplay will not be as smooth as some imagined. But it's not as bad as it sounds. Here's how it works - the smart thing about the Stadia controller is that it has on-board Wi-Fi so it can connect directly to Google's servers and minimize lag. And that is indeed how it will work when you use the controller with the Chromecast Ultra. However, if you want to use your phone, tablet,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_google_stadia_controller_will_require_a_wired_connection_if_playing_on_your_phone-news-39677.php

iOS 13 runs on 50% of all iPhones, Apple reveals

Apple just came out with an interesting insight on how iOS 13 adoption is going. The article is aimed mostly at iOS app developers so they can be in touch with the trends. So according to the pie chart in at the source link down below, Apple's latest version of iOS has reached 50% of all existing iPhones, a month after its release. For the iPhone models that came out in the last four years, the adoption is even more impressive - 55% with iOS 12 taking second place with 38% share. iPadOS, on the other hand, is having some hard time with adoption partially due to being a rather new...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apples_ios_13_runs_on_50_of_all_iphones-news-39681.php

OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren Edition hands-on review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_7t_pro_mclaren_edition_hands_on-review-2007.php

Oppo Reno Ace sells out instantly during Chinese launch

Oppo's Reno Ace was announced last week and was subsequently made available for purchase earlier today selling out in a matter of minutes. The exact number of units that found their new owners was not revealed, though. The base version of the Reno Ace with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage starts at CNY 2,999 ($422) while the top spec'd 12/256GB model goes for CNY 3,799 ($535). Oppo Reno Ace in Starry Blue and Psychedelic Purple For that price, you're getting a flagship experience with a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 855+ and a quad-camera setup with a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno_ace_sells_out_instantly_during_chinese_launch-news-39676.php

Insiders are predicting that Pixel 4 shipments will top the Pixel 3 numbers

Sources from Taiwan's supply chain are predicting that the Pixel 4 duo will ship in higher numbers than its predecessors. The first two generations, Pixel and Pixel 2, were in the region of 2-3 million shipments. The Pixel 3 pair had a more significant presence with 12 million. The Pixel 4 and 4 XL is predicted to ship 12-14 million units globally. Google will be relying on carriers to help sell the phone, e.g. O2 in the UK, SoftBank in Japan and Taiwan Mobile in Taiwan. But the search giant doesn't have a strong relationship with retailers (both online and brick and mortar), which will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/insiders_are_predicting_that_pixel_4_shipments_will_top_the_pixel_3_numbers-news-39680.php

Samsung will fix the bug that lets unregistered fingerprints unlock the Galaxy S10

A major security flaw on the Samsung Galaxy S10 recently came to light when a British user, Lisa Neilson, discovered that her phone could be unlocked with unregistered fingerprints. This happened because she installed a third-party, £2.70 ($4/€3) gel-based screen protector on her Galaxy S10, which doesn't work well with ultra-sonic in-display fingerprint scanners. Samsung responded by saying that it's investigating the issue and advised customers to only use official Samsung screen protectors. Now, the Korean giant has said it will soon release a software update to fix the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s10_fingerprint_bug_update-news-39678.php

Samsung phone with under-display camera coming next year

As per recent report, Samsung's efforts of bringing the under-display camera technology to the market are finally bearing fruit and will start mass production as early as this month. If all goes well with the production, Samsung is planning to build 30,000 units per month for a phone that should launch with UDC next year. With that kind of yields this clearly won't be the Galaxy S11 nor the successor of this year's Galaxy Fold. Samsung is still facing some technological challenges with the under-screen selfie cameras, though. Despite being transparent, the OLED panel still distorts...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsungs_underdisplay_camera_panels_entering_production_this_month-news-39679.php

Renders of alleged Motorola Moto E6 Play surface

Following the renders of the Moto G8 Plus and the images of the Moto G8 Play, we now get to look at one more upcoming Motorola smartphone, which is believed to be the Moto E6 Play. These renders confirm that Moto E6 Play will come in at least two colors - Blue and Black. And as you can see, the phone has a fingerprint reader on the back keeping company to a single camera and flash. However, from a distance or certain angles, one might easily mistake it for a dual camera setup. Alleged Moto E6 Play On the front, we have what might be a 16:9 or 18:9 display, surrounded by small...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_e6_play_design_leaked_renders-news-39675.php

Oppo to launch Qualcomm-powered dual-mode 5G phone this year

Qualcomm held its 5G Summit conference in Barcelona recently where the chipmaker confirmed it will be partnering with Oppo to deliver a dual-mode 5G phone. Oppo's Henry Tang elaborated that his company is ready to take the next leap in 5G deployment and will introduce the Qualcomm powered dual-mode 5G phone on the market before the end of 2019. Dual-mode 5G means the phone supports both SA (Standalone mode) and NSA (non-standalone) network modes. The SA mode uses 5G cells for both signaling and data transfer without the need of the existing LTE network. The NSA mode on the other hand...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_to_launch_qualcomm_powered_dualmode_5g_phone_before_the_end_of_2019-news-39674.php

nubia Red Magic 3s reaches India, sales begin October 21

The nubia Red Magic 3s has arrived in India. It comes in two memory versions - 8GB/128GB priced at INR35,999 ($505/€455) and 12GB/256GB priced at INR47,999 ($675/€610). However, the 8GB RAM variant will only come in Mecha Silver color, while the 12GB RAM version will be available in Cyber Shade hue. Both models will go on sale in India starting October 21 through Flipkart. The nubia Red Magic 3s is a gaming smartphone having a Snapdragon 855+ SoC at the helm. It's built around a 6.65" FHD+ 90Hz AMOLED display and runs Android Pie-based RedMagic OS 2.1 out of the box. The Red...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_red_magic_3s_india_price_sale_date-news-39673.php

Motorola Moto G8 Play renders surface

After we got our first look at the upcoming Moto G8 Plus two days ago, we are now treated to a set of renders for the Moto G8 Play. From a quick glance, the Moto G8 Play looks quite similar to the G8 Plus but upon closer inspection, you do notice the larger waterdrop notch and one less camera on the back. Moto G8 Play (left) and Moto G8 Plus (right) There is a 16-megapixel 117-degree ultra-wide sensor which will likely be accompanied by a 48 MP main shooter and a depth sensor. Next to them, we have the classic Moto dimple which houses the fingerprint scanner. The power and volume...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorolla_moto_g8_play_renders_surface-news-39672.php

Meizu VP shares an official image of the 16T

An official image of the Meizu 16T that's arriving on October 23 has been shared by the company's Vice President. This image shows us the backside of the 16T and confirms the presence of a triple camera setup aligned vertically in the upper-left corner. Below the cameras is the flash module, and slightly below on the right side in the center is the Meizu moniker. We don't see a fingerprint reader here, meaning it's likely placed under the screen on the front. Meizu hasn't revealed any specifications of the 16T yet, but from AnTuTu and TENAA listings we know it will pack a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/meizu_16t_design_official_image-news-39671.php

vivo iQOO Neo 855 is coming on October 24

Yesterday we reported about an unknown smartphone that appeared on AnTuTu, believed to be the iQOO Neo Pro. Well, iQOO has confirmed it will be called the iQOO Neo 855 and will be unveiled on October 24 at an event in Beijing, China. iQOO hasn't revealed any specs of the Neo 855, but as evident from its name, it will pack a Snapdragon 855 SoC. And thanks to AnTuTu, we know it will come with 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, and a 1080p display. The gamer-centric smartphone brand also posted a couple of images of the iQOO Neo 855 on Chinese social network Weibo, which confirm the phone will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_iqoo_neo_855_launch_date-news-39670.php

Nokia 7.2 and 6.2 are now available in the UK

Nokia's 7.2 and 6.2, unveiled back in early September at IFA, are now finally available to buy in the UK. The Nokia 7.2 can be yours for a recommended retail price of £250 SIM-free, and you can find it at Amazon, as well as any other big retailer you might prefer. Nokia 7.2 On the other hand, the Nokia 6.2 is only available at Carphone Warehouse, as that company has an exclusive on it for the UK market until December 3. After that, other retailers will sell it too, but only in the Ice colorway - the Ceramic Black variant will only ever be on offer at Carphone Warehouse. Anyway, you...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_72_and_62_are_now_available_in_the_uk-news-39669.php

Oppo Reno2 and Reno2 Z land in the UK for £449 and £329, respectively

Oppo is bringing its latest smartphones to the UK. Both the Reno2 and the Reno2 Z will be available tomorrow. The Reno2 will be offered in Luminous Black and Ocean Blue for £449, while the Reno2 Z can be yours in Luminous Black and Sky White for £329. Obviously these prices are for the unlocked, SIM-free models. Oppo Reno2 The Reno2 and Reno2 Z were initially unveiled in China at the end of August, and they both sport four cameras on the rear, although the exact setups differ. The Reno2, which we've reviewed both in writing and in video form, has a 48 MP primary sensor with OIS, a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno2_and_reno2_z_land_in_the_uk_for__pound449_and__pound329_respectively-news-39668.php

Samsung quietly lists Galaxy Tab A Kids Edition in the US

Samsung's latest Kids Edition tablet is now available in the US. The device was spotted on Samsung's website (via SamMobile) and is called the Galaxy Tab A Kids Edition (2019). The hardware itself isn't new, but the kid-friendly packaging and software is. Samsung Galaxy Tab A Kids Edition (2019) This tablet has an 8-inch TFT display with 1280 x 800 px resolution. Its powered by an entry-level Snapdragon 429 chipset and comes with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. It has a 2MP camera at the front and a 8MP one in the back. Samsung advertises 13-hour battery life with its 5,100...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_quietly_lists_galaxy_tab_a_kids_edition_in_the_us-news-39667.php

Our Oppo Reno2 video review is up

The Oppo Reno2 is a well equipped upper-midranger with a unique design. It borrows the shark fin pop-up camera from the Oppo Reno 10X Zoom and embodies the spirit of Oppo's Reno brand. Join Will as he goes through the Reno2's design highlights, camera performance, and nuances of the Oppo Reno2. The phone has a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with 20:9 aspect ratio and Full HD resolution. There is no notch or cut-out thanks to that shark fin pop-up camera, and the main cameras offer a nice, well-rounded camera experience. The Reno2 is powered by a Snapdragon 730G chipset paired with 8GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_oppo_reno2_video_review_is_up-news-39652.php

iOS 13.1.3 and iPadOS 13.1.3 updates aim fix remaining bugs

Apple's been rapidly pushing updates to polish the experience provided by iOS 13 as early adopters found a higher than usual number of bugs. The latest iOS/iPadOS 13.1.3 release aims to iron out the remaining mishaps. iOS 13.1.3 will fix a bug with the Phone app which would prevent devices from ringing during incoming calls and squash minor bugs in the Mail, Voice Memos and Health apps. Several Bluetooth related issues are also addressed now. iPadOS 13.1.3 has a smaller list of issues that mainly concern similar problems with the Mail and Voice Memos apps alongside some iCloud...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ios_1313_and_ipados_1313_updates_aim_fix_remaining_bugs-news-39666.php

Info on Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite launch colors leaks

Samsung is preparing "Lite" additions to both the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note10 lineups. They will bear the model names SM-G770F and SM-N770F, respectively, and while the Note10 Lite is a mystery, a lot more is known about the S-phone. The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite may be another name for the Galaxy A91. It will be available in White, Black and Blue. They will be "Prism" colors like the S10, which create a very slight gradient, as opposed to the "Aura" colors of the Galaxy Note10. Samsung Galaxy S10 in Prism White, Prism Black and Prism Blue The rumored S10 Lite basically...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/info_on_samsung_galaxy_s10_lite_launch_colors_leaks-news-39664.php

TSMC has optimistic predictions of 300 million 5G phones being sold next year

Besides the premium chipsets, orders for 5G modems are keeping TSMC's 7nm fabs running at full capacity. This has lead the company to conclude that the demand for 5G smartphones next year will reach 300 million units. The info comes from a leaked internal report and is much more optimistic than what others are predicting - they say 200 million units or less. Either way, it will be a major increase in demand compared to this year. Strategy Analytics estimates that 5G smartphones will make up only 1% of total sales this year. Next year, the number will be 10 times bigger. Five years from...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tsmc_has_optimistic_predictions_of_300_million_5g_phones_being_sold_next_year-news-39663.php

Beamo is an affordable, compact CO2 laser cutter and engraver

Yes, a laser cutter/engraver. Definitely not our the usual stuff we cover but this one is exciting enough so we felt we should share with any tinkerers or artistic types among you. Flux - the company that originally gathered quite a bit of attention for the sub $1000 Delta personal 3D printer is now trying its best to bring quality laser tech to the masses as well. Much like its existing Beambox workbench, the new Beamo is a CO2 laser cutter and engraver that boast a pretty impressive feature set. It can both carve and cut a large selection of materials, including things like stone...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/beamo_is_an_affordable_compact_co2_laser_cutter_and_engraver-news-39636.php