Oppo Reno3 Pro dummy unit reveals key specs

Oppo is set to launch the Reno3 Pro in India on March 2, but it will be different from the Reno3 Pro announced in China last December. This new variant will sport a dual camera setup on the front, which is a combination of a 44MP snapper joined by a depth sensor unit. Oppo is yet to reveal any other details about the Indian Reno3 Pro, but a couple of images of dummy units that have surfaced reveal the smartphone will sport a quad camera on the back with a 64MP main module as opposed to the 48MP unit on its Chinese counterpart. The leaked image also reveals the Reno3 Pro in India...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno3_pro_specs_leak-news-41557.php

You want dark mode for your Facebook app? Get the Lite

Smartphone UIs have been getting increasing darker over the past couple of years, culminating with the arrival of a system-wide dark mode with Android 10 and iOS 13. A lot of the major apps had the option for a dark theme before that, but even afterwards a couple of the most used apps don't offer the capability just yet - Google Maps (outside of the navigation mode) and Facebook. Well, it seems that at least Facebook's dark mode is on the way, judging by a recent development in that direction in Facebook Lite for Android - a toggle has appeared in the hamburger menu, letting you make the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/dark_mode_facebook_lite_app_android-news-41558.php

iQOO 3 5G achieves the highest ever score on AnTuTu, company reveals battery specs

The iQOO 3 5G arriving on February 25 passed through Geekbench last week, confirming key specs in the process. Now, this 5G smartphone has appeared on AnTuTu scoring 597,583 points, which is the highest score a smartphone has achieved to date on this benchmark platform. iQOO previously confirmed a few specs of the iQOO 3 5G, which include Snapdragon 865 SoC, quad rear cameras with a 48MP main unit and UFS 3.1 storage. Now one of the recent posters shared by the company reveals the smartphone will come with LPDDR5 RAM and Wi-Fi 6. The company's Indian branch also posted a video...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_3_5g_battery_specs_antutu_score-news-41555.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip teardown suggests reasonable repairability

The Galaxy Z Flip is the second iteration of a commercial foldable smartphone from Samsung following the Galaxy Fold, and it's been available in stores since yesterday. It didn't take long for someone to get a unit on an operating table and take it apart and we're now looking at a teardown video, courtesy of PBKreviews. In the video, we get to witness the usual process of prying off the glass backs (two in the Flip's case) after liberal application of heat. This gives access to the PCBs revealing a stacked design on the mainboard. Two separate batteries are to be found - smaller one on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip_teardown_reasonable_repairability-news-41556.php

Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra India price revealed

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra earlier this week and announced their prices for the US, UK and European markets. Today, the Korean conglomerate revealed the prices of its 2020 Galaxy S flagships for India. The Galaxy S20 is priced at INR66,999 ($935/€865) whereas the S20+ costs INR73,999 ($1035/€955). And if you choose to go for the S20 Ultra, you'll have to shell out INR92,999 ($1300/€1200). These prices are for the 128GB storage variant and the trio will come in three color options - Cloud Blue, Cosmic Gray, and Cosmic Black. The three...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s20_galaxy_s20_plus_galaxy_s20_ultra_india_price-news-41554.php

Report: Apple will design its own 5G antennas for upcoming 5G iPhone

Although it isn't available everywhere, 5G is undoubtedly going to be one of the biggest selling points for major smartphone makers this year. Apple is one of those companies, with reports that the company will release more than one 5G-supported smartphone. According to a report by Fast Company, Apple may not opt to use Qualcomm's own QTM 525 mmWave antenna module and instead design its own 5G antenna. Cited by the source "with knowledge of Apple's plans", Apple will be using the Qualcomm X55 modem on its 5G iPhones and it will design its own antenna for it. Apple is apparently working...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/report_apple_will_design_its_own_5g_antennas_for_upcoming_5g_iphone-news-41553.php

Alleged render of the Google Pixel 5 XL leaks with a unique triple-camera setup

In the last month or so, we've seen a couple (1 • 2)of leaks that revealed what we might expect from Google's upcoming mid-range Pixel phone: the Pixel 4a. Although it seems far too early to be talking about the Google Pixel 5, welp. here we are. We are getting a first look at what one of the Google Pixel 5 phones may look like. According to YouTuber Jon Prosser on his channel Front Page Tech, we are getting a look at the first alleged render of the upcoming Google Pixel 5 XL. The report cited a CAD (Computer assisted drawing) that was imagined into a 3D render. Prior to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_5_xl_alleged_render-news-41551.php

T-Mobile's OnePlus 6T finally receives Android 10 update

The OnePlus 6T has been running Android 10 for a few months now, but not so on T-Mobile. Units bought from the magenta carrier have been stuck on Android 9 Pie, for what seemed like forever. Not anymore, though. The carrier has finally started rolling out the update to Android 10 for its OnePlus 6T units today. As usual, this is a staged affair, so it may take a few days before your TMo 6T pops up that update notification, but it is on the way nevertheless. Once you install the ~1.6GB new software, you will have Android 10 on board, as well as the December 2019 security patch level....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/t_mobile_s_oneplus_6t_finally_receives_android_10_update-news-41552.php

OnePlus 7, 7 Pro, and 7T Pro receive updates with January security patch

OnePlus is now busy sending out new software updates to three of its four 2019 phones (four if we ignore the 5G versions, that is). We're talking about the OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro, and OnePlus 7T Pro. Your eyes are not deceiving you, the OnePlus 7T is missing for some reason. Anyway, the updates all bring the same changes. The new release is labeled OxygenOS 10.0.4 (for the EU and Global models), and 10.3.1 (for India), respectively, if your phone is either the OnePlus 7 or the 7 Pro. If you have the 7T Pro, then it's going to be OxygenOS 10.0.7 (EU and Global), and 10.3.1...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_7_7_pro_and_7t_pro_receive_updates_with_january_security_patch-news-41550.php

Deal: OnePlus 7T for just $499, with free pair of Bullets Wireless 2 earbuds

The OnePlus 7T offers what is probably the best Android software experience right now, and it usually does that at a starting price that is nowhere near some of its competitors'. We're talking $599 for a phone that ticks a lot of boxes. But today you can grab one for even cheaper than that. OnePlus is currently holding a flash sale of sorts, which offers the 7T for only $499. What's more, you even get a pair of the company's Bullets Wireless 2 Bluetooth earbuds for free (that's a $99 value on top of the $100 price reduction). Needless to say, you should run, not walk towards the OnePlus...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deal_oneplus_7t_for_just_499_with_free_pair_of_bullets_wireless_2_earbuds-news-41549.php

Our Samsung Galaxy Note10 Lite video review is out

For the first time in a long while, Samsung brought a budget version of its heavy-hitting Galaxy Note. As is to be expected, corners had to be cut in order to bring the pricing down but the Galaxy Note10 Lite definitely has a lot going for it like a gorgeous AMOLED screen with slim bezels, a potent triple camera setup and, of course, the S Pen. The phone has been residing in our office for a while now and we are all set up with our full video review. Starting off with the build, Samsung ditched the glass back construction of its flagship line and replaced it with a plastic...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_samsung_galaxy_note10_lite_video_review_is_out-news-41548.php

Samsung Galaxy A71 review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a71-review-2065.php

Samsung board chairman resigns following labor laws violation sentence

Samsung board chairman Lee Sang-hoon has resigned almost two months after he was found guilty on charges of union sabotage. Lee Sang-hoon was appointed as board chairman of Samsung Electronics two years ago in a move aimed to increase transparency at the company by splitting the CEO and chairman roles. Lee Sang-hoon was sentenced to a year and a half in prison last December on charges that he violated labor laws. Samsung's high-level execs have found themselves in hot water with the authorities lately. Jay Y. Lee, Samsung's de-facto head, was found guilty of perjury, embezzlement...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_board_chairman_steps_down_amid_jail_sentence_-news-41546.php

Galaxy S20 Ultra's 5,000mAh battery charges in 58min with the 45W charger

Samsung has been pushing its fast charging speeds lately - getting from 15W on the Galaxy S10 line to 25W and 45W on the Galaxy Note10 and Note10+, respectively. Now the Galaxy S20 Ultra has retained the 45W charging power but is apparently able to use it better. Reportedly, the Galaxy S20 Ultra's built-in 5,000mAh battery goes from 0% to 100% in just 58min with the optional 45W charger. That's quite the impressive feat, given that the Galaxy Note10+' 4,300mAh battery takes a few minutes over an hour with a 25W charger and a few under an hour with a 45W charger. Batteries can use...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_s20_ultras_5000mah_battery_charges_in_58min_with_the_brick_in_the_box-news-41544.php

Samsung: Galaxy Z Flip's design story is one of fashion and hinge design innovation

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is the company's second foldable phone and it's quite different from the first (the Galaxy Fold). This made it necessary for Samsung to completely rethink the design - here's the abridged story of how the Z Flip came to be the way it is. The core design principle of the Galaxy Fold was to bring a larger screen than was previously possible. The Flip went in the exact opposite direction, making a compact, stylish design the priority. Samsung went through many design iterations, trying to find the perfect size that allows for comfortable grip - the phone had...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flips_design_story_is_one_of_fashion_and_innovation_in_hinge_design-news-41542.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip stock quickly depleting in the US

Interest for Samsung's second foldable phone - the Galaxy Z Flip is unsurprisingly high. So much so that both the unlocked and AT&T versions of the device managed to sell out as soon as it was available online. Potential customers are now left with a choice between the Sprint units or having to wait until the next batch arrives. And if the demand stays this high only one of those options will be available come tomorrow. According to South Korean media, Samsung is expecting a ten-fold increase in sales for the Z Flip during its first week compared to the same period for the Galaxy...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip_selling_out_in_the_us-news-41541.php

Realme confirms the X50 Pro will have 90Hz Super AMOLED screen

Realme is going to introduce the X50 Pro flagship with 5G in ten days, switching to an online event due to the cancellation of MWC 2020. Which means that the teaser campaign is in full swing and today it brought us another bit of the specs sheet. Realme Europe confirmed we are getting a 90Hz Super AMOLED display for smooth browsing and "enjoying the details on the screen". Realme X50 Pro is expected to arrive with Snapdragon 865 and to be the first 5G device of the company that is selling globally. As confirmed earlier today, it will also come with 65W SuperDart...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x50_pro_will_have_90_hz_super_amoled_screen-news-41539.php

Lenovo teases gaming phone that scores over 600,000 on AnTuTu

There were rumors about Lenovo joining the gaming smartphones craze and today some teasers revealed we might be close to its release. Featured in a series of posts on Weibo, the new phone will reach over 600,000 in a AnTuTu, which would be a new record. Teasers by Lenovo We think this is a gaming smartphone and not a regular flagship due to the slogan "Game On" - we also expect a lot of boosters for the hardware so the device performs well under pressure, hence the high AnTuTu result. Yesterday, Lenovo confirmed the phone will have Snapdragon 865 chipset with 5G modem. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_lenovo_gaming_phone_reaches_over_600000_on_antutu-news-41537.php

Oppo A31 launched with 6.5" display, Helio P35 and 4,230 mAh battery

Oppo introduced its brand new A31 to the Indonesian market. The latest member of the brand's midrange series brings a 6.5-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch for the 8MP selfie cam and 20:9 aspect ratio. The back houses a triple camera array with a 12MP main shooter, 2MP portrait shooter and a 2MP macro snapper. There's also a capacitive fingerprint scanner in the middle of the back. The MediaTek Helio P35 sits at the helm with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage which is expandable via the microSD slot. The software front is covered by Android 9 Pie with Oppo's custom ColorOS 6.1 on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a31_launched_with_65_display_helio_p35_and_4230_mah_battery-news-41538.php

High demand for Xiaomi Mi 10 sees the phone sell out in seconds

Xiaomi Mi 10 arrived yesterday alongside the Mi 10 Pro. The phones went on sale earlier today, but that only lasted a few seconds as all available stock was gone. Xiaomi Mi 10 in Peach Gold, Green, Black According to Xiaomi, the flash sale generated over CNY200 million, which means there were between 42,000 and 50,000 units available . The Mi 10 duo obviously resonated well with the local market and it might enjoy strong sales if Xiaomi is able to keep up with supply. With the corona virus causing all sorts of trouble in China, manufacturing enough units will certainly be...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/high_demand_for_xiaomi_mi_10_sees_the_phone_sell_out_in_seconds-news-41535.php

Huawei Freebuds 3 Valentines Red Edition hands-on

Truly wireless earbuds are all the rage these days and we already found that Huawei's Freebuds 3 are among the more exciting offers around. These are one of the best truly wireless earbuds to buy for an Android phone and now they come in a vivid new Red color. The new color is called Red but Huawei advertises it as a Valentines Red Edition, made just in time for the popular holiday. The color is slick thanks to a process that includes a double coat of paint with advanced UV coating. Huawei Freebuds 3 in Red The new Red covers both the wireless charge case and the earbuds...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_freebuds_3_valentines_red_edition_handson_earson-news-41481.php

Samsung brings discounts to Galaxy S10 series in India

With the announcement of the new Galaxy S20 series this week, Samsung is slashing the prices of its S10 series in India. All three phones are still up for grabs on Samsung's official web store with significantly lower asking prices compared to their launch. The S10e is now going for INR47,900 down from INR55,000. The vanilla S10 is INR54,900 which is a solid INR 16,100 discount on the original price. The S10+ got the biggest discount with INR 17,100 off and is now going for INR 61,900. Samsung's previous-gen flagships still offer a balanced mix of great displays, solid camera...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_brings_discounts_to_galaxy_s10_series_in_india-news-41536.php

iQOO 3 is also coming to India on February 25

The iQOO 3 phone is coming with a Snapdragon 865 chipset and a 48MP main camera. Today the iQOO India branch scheduled a launch for February 25, noon local time, at exactly the same time as the Chinese launch. Once introduced, the phone will be available for purchase on Flipkart and iqoo.com. The gaming brand of vivo was teased multiple times, and we expect it to have 5G connectivity in China. However, with the lack of proper network in India, the local version of the iQOO 3 is likely to have the latest Qualcomm chipset without a Snapdragon X55 modem that is for the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_3_is_coming_to_india_on_february_25-news-41534.php

Realme X50 Pro 5G will have 65W SuperDart fast wired charging

Because MWC was canceled, Realme is holding an online launch event for the X50 Pro 5G on February 24, when it was initially supposed to take the wraps off it in Barcelona at the trade show. The phone has now been confirmed by its maker to sport 65W fast charging, which uses the SuperDart brand we saw it trademark last year. That is going to be impressively fast. While the Realme X2 Pro was at one point rumored to pack 65W charging abilities, in the end it launched with support for 'just' 50W. We could think of a million situations in which having no battery could ruin your day. But...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x50_pro_5g_will_have_65w_superdart_fast_wired_charging-news-41533.php

Motorola Razr teardown finds it practically impossible to repair

The new Razr is Motorola's first foldable smartphone, so it's intriguing from the get-go. Add to that the high price paired to mid-range specs, and it gets even more so. But what about the insides? How easy is it to get to all the different bits and parts? That's exactly what the teardown experts at iFixit set to find out. And, to put it bluntly: this phone is definitely not going to be one for those who are DIY repair enthusiasts. In fact, it got a 1 out of 10 repairability score (where 10 would be easiest to repair). That pretty much means it's almost impossible to repair on your...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_razr_teardown_finds_it_practically_impossible_to_repair-news-41532.php

Gboard introduces Emoji Kitchen feature to combine multiple emojis stickers

Google is rolling out a new feature in Gboard called Emoji Kitchen. The feature is essentially a sticker pack that is made using a combination of different emoji. The way this works is you type an emoji and Gboard then shows you stickers, which use the emoji you typed and combines them with others to create interesting and fun new combinations. So, for example, you typed the cowboy emoji, you will be suggested stickers that combine the cowboy emoji with the kissing emoji, the laughing emoji, the heart eyes emoji and even the monkey emoji. If you are familiar with the Emoji...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/gboard_introduces_emoji_kitchen_feature_to_combine_multiple_emojis_stickers-news-41531.php

OnePlus 8 with Snapdragon 865 runs Geekbench

A month ago we saw the OnePlus 8 Pro - model number IN2023 - go through Geekbench. Now a second device, IN2025, has done the same and this may be the vanilla OnePlus 8. OnePlus 8 (IN2025) running Geekbench 4 It's powered by the same Snapdragon 865 chipset ("kona") and the score it posted is essentially the same. But notice the RAM - it's 8GB while the Pro model packed 12GB. That's not to say that the vanilla model won't have an option for 12GB, maybe we just haven't seen it yet. OnePlus 8 renders The real question is whether OnePlus will reserve the 120Hz screen for...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_8_with_snapdragon_865_runs_geekbench-news-41530.php

LG brings Android 10 for V50 on Sprint

In a rather surprising move, LG started rolling out a stable build of Android 10 for V50 users last month. According to multiple reports, the firmware update is now live for V50 owners in the US on Sprint's network complete with LG's custom UX 9.0. LG's Android 10 update brings all the standard array of Android 10 features including the system-wide dark mode, improved privacy controls, digital wellbeing and Google's new gesture navigation implementation. The new update also brings the January security update. Another nifty feature that went under the radar is the new Desktop mode which...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lg__brings_stable_android_10_for_v50_users_on_sprint-news-41529.php

Samsung sells a limited number of Galaxy Z Flip units ahead of official launch

Samsung held an exclusive sale of a limited number of Galaxy Z Flip phones in its Digital Plaza stores in Seoul, prior to the official release of the phone (in Korea, pre-orders are supposed to start shipping tomorrow). Only 900 units were available, but they were all sold before the end of the day, despite the relatively high price of KRW 1.65 million. Sales started at 10:30 local time. The Mirror Purple units were the first to run out, around 16:00. The other color option that was available, Mirror Black, lasted until around 18:00, clearly showing which is the hotter of the two...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_sells_a_limited_number_of_galaxy_z_flip_at_samsung_digital_plaza_ahead_of_official_launch-news-41528.php

Rumor: Sony Xperia 1.1 to shoot 8K HDR video, Xperia 9 leaked

While Sony was originally about to announce a few Xperia smartphones at the Mobile World Congress (that event was cancelled), we barely know anything about them. We expect a new flagship phone called the Xperia 5 Plus, a new midrange device, which could be the Xperia 9, with a Snapdragon 765 chipset and, possibly, the Xperia 1.1. Well we've stumbled upon a couple of leaks pertaining to the situation. Before we go on, be mindful that all of this is unverifiable so consider it highly suspect information. According to insider Zachbucks the Sony Xperia 1.1 could have the same camera setup...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_11_to_match_galaxy_s20_camera_specs_xperia_9_leaked-news-41526.php

Oppo Find X2 Pro shines on Geekbench with Snapdragon 865 and 12 GB RAM

Oppo Find X2 Pro appeared on Geekbench ahead of its official announcement that has been postponed due to MWC 2020 being canceled. We know this is the exact device because the codenamed phone CPH2025 was already certified to be the Pro variant of the upcoming model. The listing revealed the phone will have Snapdragon 865 and a 12 GB RAM option, as well as Android 10 out of the box, which is hardly a surprise. The single-core result of 913 and multi-core score of 3,308 are the highest numbers we've ever seen from an Android phone on Geekbench 5. The Oppo Find X2 Pro performance is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x2_pro_shines_on_geekbench_with_snapdragon_865_and_12_gb_ram-news-41525.php

Samsung Galaxy A30 receives Android 10 and One UI 2.0 update

Hours after the Galaxy A50s got promoted to Android 10, the Galaxy A30 joins in (despite reports that the update was delayed for next month). Users in India are the first to receive it. As usual, the Android 10 update also brings One UI 2.0. The changelog features the usual suspects - Dark mode (which can dim wallpapers), a new gesture navigation, revamped Digital Wellbeing, plus updates to the Samsung apps. Note that the screen recorder has been left out for some reason. Samsung Galaxy A30 receiving the Android 10 + One UI 2.0 update The update - version A305FDDU4BTB3 -...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a30_receives_android_10_and_one_ui_20_update-news-41520.php

Huawei nova 7i launched in Malaysia with 6.4" FHD+ display, Kirin 810 and 4,200 mAh battery

As expected, Huawei brought its nova 7i in Malaysia just in time for Valentine's Day. While the naming is new, the device is completely identical to the Nova 6 SE which was launched back in December. It has a 6.4-inch FHD+ display with a punch hole for the 16MP selfie cam. The back packs a four-camera array with a 48MP main shooter, 8MP ultrawide snapper and two 2MP shooters for macro and depth sensing, all housed in a square cutout. Under the hood, we have the Kirin 810 alongside 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The software is covered by Android 10 with EMUI 10 on top while the battery...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_nova_7i_launched_in_malaysia_with_64_fhd_display_kirin_810_and_4200_mah_battery_-news-41523.php

Realme X50 Pro 5G still coming on February 23, only in online event

Realme was set on attending the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona for the first time this year, but as you know that isn't happening. The good news is Realme has found a way around the major disruption and is still announcing the X50 Pro 5G. Much like Sony the company will hold an online event instead. You can read the full statement of the company below. Since the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, realme has been concerning about the effects and working on alternatives of all possible situations, including having planned our event undertaken by our European team based in Spain...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_cancels_x50_pro_5g_event_at_mwc_in_favor_of_online_announcement_-news-41522.php

Deal: Honor MagicWatch 2 is £140 for Valentine's Day

The trade US ban and China, hurting the brand's sales in the smartphone department. The MagicWatch2 was introduced in December to the United Kingdom and other markets for the price of £159.99 (only the 46 mm variant). Now, for Valentine's Day, the wearable is discounted to £139.99, and the promo is scheduled to end on Sunday, February 16. The Honor MagicWatch 2 can be purchased at Amazon and John Lewis in the UK, and since the beginning of the week it has been accompanied by the 42mm version that costs £149.99 and isn't discounted for the holiday. The deal is advertised with a funny...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deal_honor_magicwatch_2_is_140_for_valentines_day-news-41521.php

Samsung Galaxy S20 and S20+ get new color options before release

Samsung unveiled only a very limited color selection for its S20 phones, but it looks like people will have more hues to choose from than initially thought. The Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+ are available in Cosmic White. You can see those on the pre-order pages of Samsung's Korean, Italian and Spanish sites, for example. Cosmic White versions of Galaxy S20 and S20+ The S20+ may also have two more colors under wraps - Blue and Red. These are set to be carrier or retail exclusive. For example, in the US the Blue will be available only at Best Buy. Samsung Galaxy S20+ in Blue...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s20_and_s20_get_new_color_options_before_release-news-41518.php

Poco X2 gets first firmware update with camera and bug fixes

After a lengthy absence, Poco is back in the smartphone game with the X2 which was unveiled last week. Now, the phone has officially received its first firmware update which is tasked with providing camera improvements and also brings the January security patch. The new firmware comes with the 11.0.4.0.QGHINXM build number and provides optimization to the image processing and also aims to fix camera app crashes in the pro mode. In addition, there is the usual system optimizations and new device categories in the Mi Link support settings. The new update is following a scheduled...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_x2_gets_first_firmware_update_with_camera_and_bug_fixes-news-41519.php

Samsung Galaxy A50s starts getting Android 10 with One UI 2.0

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71, but it hasn't forgotten about its older smartphones. The Galaxy A50s has started receiving a software update to Android 10 with One UI 2.0. Devices in Vietnam are already receiving notifications about an incoming software version A507FNXXU3BTB2 that brings the latest OS and user interface. The Android 10 update brings clearer looks of the interface, better location and privacy controls, Digital Wellbeing feature and Google's new navigation gestures. If you are an owner of a Samsung Galaxy A50s, head to Settings and select...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a50s_starts_getting_android_10_with_one_ui_20-news-41517.php

Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro tops DxOMark camera chart

Earlier today Xiaomi introduced its flagship Mi 10 series smartphones which among other things boast some of the more impressive camera arrays around. In fact the Mi 10 Pro has the most impressive camera DxOMark has reviewed so far, posting a score of 124 and eclipsing the previous leader Huawei Mate 30 Pro 5G. The Mi 10 Pro has a 108MP main camera which boasts a 1/1.33-inch type sensor and f/1.69 aperture. In addition we have an 8P lens construction, OIS and EIS with shots outputting in 25MP resolution by default. Next up, we find a 12MP short telephoto cam with 2x zoom, a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_10_pro_tops_dxomark_camera_chart_-news-41516.php

Xiaomi Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro arrive with 108MP camera, Snapdragon 865

The Xiaomi Mi 10 and Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro are finally official with four cameras a piece and Snapdragon 865. Both phones support wireless charging and are the first Mi branded devices with a punch hole in the display for the selfie camera. Their headline feature is on the back though - the 108MP sensor as first seen on the Mi Note 10. They also come will great connectivity support - going all the way to SA and NSA 5G and Wi-Fi 6. Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro The more impressive of two is definitely the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro. It comes with a 6.67" AMOLED FullHD+ screen with curved edges. The panel...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_10_and_mi_10_pro_arrive_with_108_mp_cameras_snapdragon_865-news-41515.php

Oppo Reno3 Pro with dual selfie cameras listed by retailers

Earlier this month we saw a photo of an Oppo Reno3 Pro with dual selfie cameras which was expected to be the international 4G version of the smartphone. Today, the company launched promo pages of the upcoming device on both Amazon India and Flipkart's websites, confirming the dual punch hole camera design for the Reno3 Pro. The current Oppo Reno3 Pro comes with a Snapdragon 765G chipset, which has an integrated 5G modem. Since the Indian 5G network is nowhere near as developed as the Chinese, the new device is expected to have a 4G chipset. Our educated guess about the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno3_pro_with_dual_selfie_cameras_gets_listed_online-news-41514.php

Google's Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL are a whopping $400 off at T-Mobile right now

Samsung may have just announced a bunch of flagship smartphones yesterday, but if you don't want to spend a bucket-load of money on them, there are cheaper alternatives out there, including from Google. At this point you may have thought we'd be referring to the Pixel 3a and 3a XL, but actually no. T-Mobile is running a very good promo on the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL right now. The phones are both $400 off, which means the smaller Pixel 4 is half its usual price, retailing for just $399.99. If you want to get it on installments, that's $16.67 per month for two years. The Pixel 4 XL,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/googles_pixel_4_and_pixel_4_xl_are_a_whopping_400_off_at_tmobile_right_now-news-41513.php

Essential is dead, no more updates for the PH-1

Essential was the quintessential one-hit-wonder in the mobile world. And it's now officially dead. The company is shutting down. That means that the February security update is the last one the Essential Phone will ever receive. Of course, the device will keep working, but whatever happens in the future, you're not going to get any more updates. Bugs? Will forever be there. Security scares? No one will fix them. Oh and also, there's no more customer support. At all. This has been a very long time coming, seeing as how the company hasn't made a new phone since 2017. It was working on a very...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/essential_is_dead_no_more_updates_for_the_ph1-news-41512.php

WhatsApp reaches 2 billion users

In 2014, WhatsApp was acquired by Facebook for almost $21.8 billion - huge amount even considering that at the time the messaging app already had 500 million users. Now it looks like a bargain as the number has quadrupled. Today, WhatsApp announced that it has reached the 2 billion users milestone. That's an impressive user base growth given that in 2016, the app had 1 billion and in 2018, it had 1.5 billion users. The blog post then takes the time to remind us that WhatsApp uses end-to-end encryption by default and your messages are stored on your device and not in the cloud. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/whatsapp_reaches_2_billion_users-news-41509.php

Breaking: MWC 2020 has been canceled because of the coronavirus

Plot twist: Mobile World Congress is not taking place this year. MWC 2020 was supposed to be from February 24 to February 27 in Barcelona, Spain, but today the organizers decided to cancel the entire thing because of fears regarding the possible spread of the novel coronavirus. Companies have been canceling their MWC or pre-MWC events in Barcelona left and right over the past couple of weeks, so this doesn't come as a huge shock, but it is nevertheless an unprecedented move in the history of the mobile world's biggest annual event. The GSM Association (GSMA), which organizes MWC,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/breaking_mwc_2020_has_been_canceled_because_of_the_coronavirus-news-41511.php

Huawei confirms February 23 event

Huawei confirmed its plans for an event in Barcelona. The Chinese tech giant is holding its presentation on February 23 and the accompanying poster reveals that we'll see at least 8 Huawei devices. You should keep in mind though that the confirmation for the event came a few hours before GSMA announced that it's cancelling MWC 2020 so it's unclear if Huawei will still go through with its own show. Huawei poster and product categories If the event is to go through we should see a laptop, tablet, foldable phone, TWS earbuds, smartwatch, TV, VR headset and a car-related...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_reveals_mwc_plans_event_scheduled_for_february_23-news-41510.php

Samsung debuts new 25W power banks and 45W car charger

With all the commotion surround the release of the new Galaxy S20 series and Galaxy Z Flip, Samsung managed to sneak in several accessories to accompany its new phones. Alongside the usual array of cases, Samsung introduced two 10,000mAh power banks as well as a 45W dual car charger. The first powerbank comes with a Qi wireless charging pad, which can top up devices up to 7.5W speeds alongside two Type-C ports which can output up to 25 watts via USB PD. The second power bank lacks the wireless charging capabilities and comes with a USB-A interface instead of one of the USB-C ports,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_debuts_new_25w_power_banks_and_45w_car_charger-news-41508.php

First TV ad of Xiaomi Mi 10 reveals key features

Xiaomi will release the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro flagships tomorrow in China, and we got to see their first TV ad, posted on YouTube. In the 15-second clip we can see some of the highlights the company is emphasizing - the new MIUI 11, a wide-angle shooter, a big display and the 10W reverse wireless charging. The Xiaomi Mi 10 will obviously have MIUI 11 out of the box, based on Android 10 (anything else would be a massive disappointment). The video showcases a user who easily realigns the media files in his gallery, followed by a video where another person zooms out to the wide-angle camera...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/first_tv_ad_of_xiaomi_mi_10_reveals_key_features-news-41503.php

Recording 8K video with a Galaxy S20 will take a toll on storage, but not as much as you think

Samsung's new flagship trio is capable of recording 8K video at 24fps, an industry first. Naturally, this comes with increased storage requirements, but it's not as bad as you may have thought. According to Samsung's official numbers, 1 minute of 8K video results in a 600MB file (using the HEVC codec). That's less than double the 350MB file you get when you record 1 minute of 4K video with a Galaxy S10+. The Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra will be capped to 5 minutes when shooting 8K (regardless of whether you have the Exynos or Snapdragon version). Of course, the S10 generation...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/recording_8k_video_with_a_galaxy_s20_will_take_a_toll_on_storage_but_not_as_much_as_you_think-news-41506.php

Want to catch up to Samsung's new devices? These infographics will help

Samsung's Unpacked event yesterday was a bit overwhelming. New 108MP sensor is Galaxy S20 Ultra-exclusive? The Galaxy S20 and S20+ have 64MP telephoto cameras while the S20 Ultra has a 48MP one, but periscope zoom? The Galaxy Z Flip has a folding glass screen? How are the Galaxy Buds+ different from the Galaxy Buds? Yeah, some might have questions remaining. So Samsung put the cliff notes onto neat infographics, one for each of its new devices, so that you guys can have a neat look at all that's new. Some questions are left unanswered but that's what detailed reviews are for (stay...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/confused_about_samsungs_new_devices_these_infographics_will_help-news-41505.php