vivo V19 India launch reportedly pushed to April 3, live images surface

vivo introduced the Indian V17 as V19 in Indonesia last week and it was set to unveil a different version of the V19 in India on March 26. But, a new report claims the launch has been postponed and the V19 will now arrive in the country on April 3. vivo hasn't officially confirmed the new launch date at the time of writing this, but it deleted the old tweet about the March 26 announcement. vivo already revealed that Indian V19 will feature six cameras - two on the front and four at the back. The rear cameras are said to be the same as the ones on the Indonesian V19, but the 32MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v19_india_launch_postponed-news-42162.php

Watch the unreleased Redmi K30 Pro get disassembled on camera

The Redmi K30 Pro has been frequenting the rumor mill for a good two months now. Xiaomi has definitely been doing its best to fuel the hype as well, constantly putting-out teasers , with bits and pieces of information on the device. In the latest such development, Redmi product director, Wang Teng Thomas now offers a really up-close look at the impressive internal design of the K30 Pro in a disassembly video. The clip is intriguing for quite a few reasons. As you have probably already heard, the Redmi K30 Pro will pack a high-end Snapdragon 865 chipset, complete with a 5G setup and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/watch_the_unreleased_redmi_k30_pro_get_disassembled_on_camera-news-42161.php

OnePlus 7T, 7T Pro get Instant Translation feature with the latest beta updates

OnePlus rolled out the first OxygenOS Open Beta update for the 7T and 7T Pro last week, which came with the February patch and Live Caption feature. Now, the Chinese phone maker has released the second beta update that bumps up the Android security patch level on the 7T duo to March 2020. OnePlus 7T (left) and OnePlus 7T Pro (right) The Open Beta 2 update also brings in the Instant Translation feature, which provides real-time subtitles during video calls. It currently supports English, French, German, Hindi, and Chinese languages. You can check out the complete changelog of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_7t_7t_pro_open_beta_2_update-news-42160.php

ZTE Axon 11 5G specs tipped ahead of March 23 unveiling

The ZTE Axon 11 5G coming on March 23 was expected to pack the flagship Snapdragon 865 SoC. However, the smartphone passed through Geekbench yesterday, suggesting it will have a mid-range chipset at the helm. And if Chinese tipster Digital chat station is to be believed, it will be the Snapdragon 765G SoC. The source further claims that Axon 11 5G will sport a 6.6" FullHD+ 60Hz display, which from a previously leaked image we know will have a waterdrop notch. The image also revealed a quad camera on the back with a 64MP main unit, but it was unclear if it was a Samsung or Sony...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_axon_11_5g_specs-news-42159.php

Smartphone shipments drop by 37 million units in February YoY due to COVID-19

Research firm Strategy Analytics released a report with the number of smartphone shipments for the month of February 2020, representing a sharp decline in the overall number of smartphones sold compared to February 2019. This February, global shipments reached 61.8 million units, representing a 38% drop YoY. February 2019 saw 99.2 million units shipped by comparison. The majority of smartphone production happens in China, and with the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus, manufacturing in China slowed to a halt in January which disrupted supply chains to many industries around the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/smartphone_shipments_drop_by_37_million_units_in_february_yoy_due_to_covid19-news-42158.php

Google refines new programmable double-tap gesture for Android 11 in second Developer Preview

With the release of the Android 11 developer preview, Google was discovered to be testing a software feature called "Colombus" gestures, which allows users to input a double-tap through the back of a smartphone, triggered by the accelerometers in the device. With the second release of the Developer Preview, more hints arrive regarding the Colombus gesture. These hints reveal that Colombus is being tested on the Google Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 4, and Pixel 4 XL. Two new actions were added as well: screenshot, and recent apps. In addition, Google has refined the feature to prevent false inputs -...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_refines_new_programmable_doubletap_gesture_for_android_11_in_second_developer_preview-news-42157.php

Huawei P40 and P40 Pro press renders leak, P40 Premium to have two telephoto cams

Huawei is all set to introduce its latest flagship smartphones to the world on March 26, and as we're getting closer to that date more and more leaks are starting to pop up. Yesterday we saw the P40 and P40 Pro in full frontal shots, and today famed leakster Evan Blass (a.k.a. @evleaks) is back with press renders that show two colorways for these phones, and their rears too. We've got the black and silver versions here to gawk at, and once again the P40 Pro stands out with its excessively curvy display (looks like even the top and bottom edges are curved). It also has an extra camera on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_p40_and_p40_pro_press_renders_leak_p40_premium_to_have_two_telephoto_cams-news-42156.php

Google I/O 2020 is fully canceled, won't even take place online

A couple of weeks ago, Google decided to cancel its annual developer conference, I/O, which was supposed to take place in California in May, because of concerns regarding the spread of the novel coronavirus. That cancellation referred to the physical event. The search giant wanted to hold it online instead. Now though, that's not happening either. The company has announced that the online version of Google I/O 2020 is canceled too. Google I/O 2020 is thus fully dead at this point. The company remains committed to sharing ongoing Android updates through its developer blogs and community...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_i_o_2020_is_fully_canceled_wont_even_take_place_online-news-42155.php

Microsoft teases the upcoming Windows 10 UI changes

Microsoft is expected to host an online event revealing its consumer-oriented, subscription-based Microsoft 365 service and perhaps, there will be more to talk about as the Chief Product Officer has published a teaser video showcasing the upcoming UI design changes to Windows 10. View this post on Instagram The team made this video to celebrate making it to 1 billion MAD on Windows 10 and I wanted to share it with all of you. Now at a time when so much of our work and communication is taking place through our devices, it's especially humbling to know that Windows can...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_teases_the_upcoming_windows_10_ui_changes-news-42148.php

Former Essential Phone designer shows unreleased PH-2 and PH-3 concepts

While Essential exited the smartphone race earlier this year with only one phone under its belt, former designer Kevin Hoffman revealed a set of concepts for the planned Essential PH-2 which was close to launch and the PH-3 which was still in its early development phase in a blog post (currently locked). Design-wise, the PH-2 was going to be fairly similar to the Essential PH-1 with a waterdrop notch screen, flat glass back with dual cameras and a fingerprint scanner alongside the proprietary pogo pin connectors for modular accessories. The sides and top, however, look to be curved...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/former_essential_phone_designer_shows_unreleased_ph2_and_ph3_concepts-news-42154.php

Text WHO's WhatsApp bot and it will spew information about COVID-19

Along with the novel coronavirus outbreak, the World Health Organization is also battling misinformation and it's doing so in a very cool way - with a WhatsApp bot. You can ask pretty much everything coronavirus-related question and it will spew up to date authoritative information. To receive updates on #COVID19 from WHO add this number— +41 79 893 18 92 to your contacts and send a @WhatsApp message. You'll automatically be registered to receive updates and also have an option to ask for more information as shown below. pic.twitter.com/WXaGd88AGf— WHO Uganda (@WHOUganda) March 20, 2020...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/text_whos_whatsapp_bot_and_it_will_spew_information_about_covid19-news-42153.php

Honor Play 9A specs and design leak

Noted tipster Ishan Agarwal obtained the preliminary specs and designs of an upcoming entry-level device called the Honor Play 9A. The successor of last year's Play 8A will offer an improved rear camera setup and much larger 5,000 battery. The Honor Play 9A will be built around a 6.3-inch IPS display with HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch for the 8MP selfie cam. The back houses a 13MP main shooter paired with a 2MP depth helper and LED flash in a rectangular frame. There's also a capacitive fingerprint reader here. The Helio P35 chipset sits at the helm paired with 4GB RAM...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_play_9a_specs_and_design_leak-news-42147.php

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro long-term review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_8_pro_long_term-review-2086.php

Google releases Camera Go app as Android Go reaches 100 million active users

Android Go Edition has reached 100 million active users around the world since it debuted in late 2017. They are spread across 180+ countries and had a vast selection of phones to choose from (the OS powers over 1,600 different models). And Google keeps releasing new apps for the platform, which are optimized for phones that are low CPU and RAM resources. The latest addition is Camera Go. It has a simple to use interface and features Google-developed portrait mode (which works even on phones costing $50-60). The first phone to get it is the Nokia 1.3, which is launching in 28...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/android_go_reaches_100_million_active_users_google_celebrates_by_releasing_camera_go_app-news-42145.php

Huawei launches AppSearch app for users running HMS-powered devices

Huawei is determined to sell its devices outside of China even without GMS on board and it's rapidly expanding the portfolio of apps in its AppGallery store. But there are still a large number of popular apps that can't be found on Huawei's store and owners of the latest Huawei devices outside of China are forced to look for alternatives (we've summed them up for you here). Now there's another solution dubbed AppSearch. The new app has been introduced on Huawei's German website and it's still in its testing phase. It helps you find the desired apps for your Huawei/Honor HMS-powered...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_launches_appsearch_app_for_users_running_hmspowered_devices-news-42143.php

2020 Fall iPhones still on schedule despite the COVID-19 outbreak

Like all tech companies, Apple is greatly affected by the COVID-19 outbreak which disturbed global supply chains. But that doesn't mean there will be a delay in the 2020 flagship iPhones expected this Fall, insiders said to Bloomberg. Each year, the Fall iPhone lineup enter mass production around May, which in turn means that this year's 5G-enabled iPhones production is still on schedule. The epidemic in China is under control and factories are nearing their full capacity. The damage, however, is already done. The rumored iPhone 9 that was supposed to be announced this month, but...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apples_2020_iphones_still_on_schedule_despite_the_covid19_outbreak-news-42140.php

ZTE Axon 11 5G pops up on Geekbench

An unknown ZTE device, bearing model code A2021 and believed to be the upcoming Axon 11 5G, has popped up on Geekbench revealing a few specs. The Axon 11 5G runs Android 10 and has 6GB RAM in tow. The motherboard is listed as "dice" and it's unclear what chipset the phone has under the hood. The benchmark results don't align with Snapdragon 865 chipset, which means the Axon 11 5G might come with a mid-range SoC. However, it's also worth noting that this is not a pre-production unit that ran the benchmark test, so there's a chance it has the Snapdragon 865 at the helm. We don't...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_axon_11_5g_specs_geekbench-news-42139.php

Honor officially confirms the Honor 30S will use the Kirin 820 chipset, talks about its 5G modem

Huawei officially confirmed that the Honor 30S will use the new Kirin 820 5G chipset and offered some details on the next generation connectivity that will improve user experience when using 5G networks. First off, the modem will use less power while transmitting more data thanks to AI scheduling algorithms. Huawei also boasts about "industry-leading" interference suppression tech that will ensure a stable, high-bandwidth connection even in densely populated areas. The stability of the connection will be further enhanced by the modem's ability to quickly find and switch over to new base...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_officially_confirms_the_honor_30s_will_use_the_kirin_820_chipset_talks_about_its_5g_modem-news-42142.php

Stadia Premiere Edition is $100 today only, as DOOM Eternal launches

It's Friday, but you'll probably be staying home this evening - this means it's a great time to play the new DOOM Eternal, which comes out today. If you don't have a gaming PC or a console, you can use Google Stadia instead. Just for today Google has cut the price of the Premiere Edition to $100 (so you save $30). The package includes the Stadia Controller, a Chromecast Ultra and a 3-month subscription to the service. This is a US-only promo, however, prices on the old continent are still €130/£120. You also need to buy DOOM itself, of course, Stadia only works with games you own. That...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/stadia_premiere_edition_is_100_today_only_coincidentally_doom_eternal_comes_out_today-news-42144.php

Narzo 10 spotted in retail store, price segment revealed

Mistakes happen - this Realme Narzo 10, for example, was not supposed to be on the shelves of a retail store for another week or so. But it is and someone even ran an AnTuTu benchmark on it for good measure. This is the RMX2040, which launched as the Realme 6i earlier this week in Myanmar - it seems that we're looking at a case of local rebranding. The Narzo 10 specs that Realme has officially unveiled had already sparked rumors that the Narzo 10 will be a rebranded 6i while the Narzo 10A will be based on the Realme C3 (triple camera). So, the MediaTek Helio G80 chipset should come...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/narzo_10_spotted_in_retail_store_price_segment_revealed-news-42135.php

Galaxy Note20 and Galaxy Fold2 will use the S865 chipset, info found in kernel source code

Samsung published the kernel code for the Exynos-powered Galaxy S20 phones which allowed the team at XDA-Developers to snoop around. They found clues about the Galaxy Note20, Galaxy Fold 2 and a phone related to the Z Flip. The Galaxy Note20 reportedly goes under the code name "Canvas", which means that the C2 is a Note model. Will there be C0 and C1? Not clear yet. But notice the reference to Kona. That's the name for the Snapdragon 865 chipset that constantly pops up in benchmarks. If there's going to be an 865+ chip from Qualcomm later this year, Samsung is not going to use it (it...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_note20_and_galaxy_fold2will_use_the_s865_chipset_info_found_in_kernel_source_code-news-42138.php

Redmi K30 Pro to have two IMX686 64MP cameras, dual-OIS, 8K video

Redmi has uploaded a series of new teasers on its Weibo account, pertaining to the Redmi K30 Pro and its cameras. Judging by the slides the Redmi K30 Pro will have not one, but two 64MP Sony IMX686 sensors on board - one used as the main camera and the other tasked with telephoto shots. The specs claim 3x of optical zoom and up to 30x of digital zoom, quite similar to the Samsung Galaxy S20/S20+. The 64MP sensor is big at 1/1.7-inch and uses 4-in-1 binning for 16M 1.6μm-sized pixels. It's also capable of 8K video capture. Redmi K30 Pro camera details Below is a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k30_pro_to_have_two_imx686_64mp_cameras_dualois_8k_video-news-42137.php

Samsung One UI 2.1 coming to Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note10 in three weeks

Samsung Galaxy S20 phones arrived with an updated variant of the company's user interface - One UI 2.1. Older flagships are still on One UI 2.0, but this might change very soon. One Samsung community moderator revealed in an answer to a user that the UI team is aiming to distribute the UI in three weeks. Even with the A/B process of pushing the update, it might reach the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note10 lineups by mid-April, and eventually the Galaxy S9 and the Galaxy Note9 as well. Community moderators revealed the company is working on One UI 2.5, but this is likely to arrive in the fall...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_one_ui_21_might_arrive_to_galaxy_s10_and_galaxy_note10_in_three_weeks-news-42141.php

Apple imposes iPhone purchasing limit - you can only get two at a time

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, Apple has enforced a new rule for those interested in purchasing an iPhone. Buyers are now only allowed to scoop up two iPhones at a time which is the first time the maker has gone to these measures since the first iPhone launched in 2007. 2 unit limit on Apple US page The limit is already in effect across the US, Europe and several markets in Asia including China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Singapore. Apple is still keeping its physical retail stores outside China closed. In addition, the company is still trying to get back to its normal production cycle...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_imposes_online_iphone_purchasing_quota__you_can_only_get_two_at_a_time-news-42136.php

Netflix, YouTube will limit streaming quality in Europe for 30 days

Netflix and YouTube will reduce their streaming quality in the European Union to avoid clogging its servers and hiking up the electricity bill, following a request from European officials. The demand for online services has spiked to unprecedented levels, following the isolation and self-quarantine imposed across Europe. Netflix was quoted that it will reduce its data consumption by 25% and viewers will still find the picture quality good enough. Usually, one hour of video streaming in standard definition (480p) uses about 1 GB data, while HD can get up to 3 GB/h. YouTube...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/netflix_youtube_will_limit_streaming_quality_in_europe_for_30_days-news-42134.php

OnePlus shares unreleased marble 7T, more 6 color options

The OnePlus 7T launched last September came in two colors - Glacier Blue and Frosted Silver. Later in November, we learned there a gold-colored variant was considered but it didn't make the cut. Now we know there was one more version of the 7T which wasn't released. OnePlus CEO Pete Lau took to Twitter to share pictures of the OnePlus 7T with a marble finish, which looks pretty cool and we really wish it came to the market. Alongside the 7T, Lau gave us a look at three unreleased versions of the OnePlus 6. One of them has a blue-white gradient while the other has a white finish and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_7t_marble_edition_pictures-news-42133.php

Sony Xperia 1 II to get night mode, eye AF in ultrawide camera in first update

Sony is reportedly working overtime to bring a few features to the Xperia 1 II's cameras in an update to be seeded right after its launch. It will bring the eye autofocus that makes sure human eyes are always in focus to the 16mm ultrawide camera. Additionally the update will enable 1080p at 120fps slow-motion video recording and 4K video at 60fps. Finally and likely the most important bit is the night mode for the main 24mm camera. These new features should arrive via a firmware update to the Xperia 1 II sometime after it launches in April in Japan and will likely be applied to the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_1_ii_will_get_eye_af_in_ultrawide_night_mode_for_regular_cam_after_launch-news-42132.php

Realme Narzo 10 and Narzo 10A coming on March 26, specs confirmed

Realme teased the new Narzo series a couple of days ago and today the company announced that it will launch the Narzo 10 and Narzo 10A on March 26 in India. The event will start at 12:30 PM IST (7 AM UTC) and will be streamed live via Realme India's official channels. Besides announcing the launch date, Realme also confirmed a few details about the Narzo 10 duo on its official site to build the hype. For starters, the Narzo 10 will sport a 48MP quad camera on the back while the 10A will feature triple cameras with the main unit having F/1.8 aperture. Other specs revealed...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_narzo_10_10a_launch_date-news-42131.php

Our Samsung Galaxy S20 video review is up

The Samsung Galaxy S20 is the cheapest and most compact member of the new flagship series by the Korean giant, but it has few compromises compared to the plus version. We already published its detailed written review, where you can learn all about its triple camera setup and gorgeous 120Hz screen. And now we have something for those in a hurry - Will is done with the video review that will give you the rundown in just over 7 minutes. The Samsung Galaxy S20 might actually be one of most sensible choices in the new lineup because of its lower asking price and few compromises compared...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_samsung_galaxy_s20_video_review_is_up-news-42102.php

Oppo Reno Ace2 live image surfaces with quad cameras

The Oppo Reno Ace announced last October with a Snapdragon 855+ SoC and 65W fast charging might soon get a successor, as a live image of what's allegedly the Reno Ace2 has surfaced. The picture shows the smartphone in blue color. It has four cameras on the back inside a circular setup, which is reminiscent of the OnePlus 7T. We don't see the flash in the photo, but it's likely placed on the left side of the cameras. Other details we can glean from the photo are the volume rocker and SIM card slot on the left side of the phone, and the USB-C port placed at the bottom flanked by two...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno_ace2_leaked_image-news-42129.php

The Xbox Series X won't have an optical audio port

If you are not entirely in the loop, regarding the upcoming generation of top-dog gaming consoles, here is a very rough and quick recap of recent events. A few days ago, Microsoft detailed its Xbox Series X hardware and yesterday Sony streamed a presentation of its own, detailing the upcoming PlayStation 5. This, naturally, re-ignited interest and discussions around both consoles and initiated a wave of comparisons, using the early, incomplete specs and info on both. A little detail that garnered some interest recently has to do with optical audio output (S/PDIF) interface. Some of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_xbox_series_x_wont_have_an_optical_audio_port-news-42122.php

Redmi Note 9S to launch on March 23, likely a rebranded Note 9 Pro

Last week Redmi introduced its Note 9 series phones in India. As has been the case with past Redmi Note models, the company is planning to bring the line with an altered name for international users. Enter the Redmi Note 9s - a rebranded version of the Note 9 Pro which will launch in Malaysia and Pakistan on March 23. Xiaomi Malaysia and Xiaomi Pakistan's official Facebook pages confirmed the Redmi Note 9S arrival, while a Geekbench listing gave us confirmation that the device is indeed identical to the Note 9 Pro. The device is running on the Snapdragon 720G chipset paired with 6GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_note_9s_to_launch_on_march_23_likely_a_rebranded_note_9_pro-news-42123.php

Nokia 6.2 and Nokia 7.2 get an exclusive 007-branded Kevlar case

HMD Global may have announced a few new devices today (we're talking Nokia 8.3 5G, Nokia 5.3, Nokia 1.3, and Nokia 5310), but the company hasn't forgotten about its older phones. Case in point: the Nokia 6.2 and 7.2. Both of these models will get an exclusive 007-branded kevlar case. This has been quickly shown on the live stream video, which wasn't exactly the highest-quality ever, hence why these screengrabs aren't the best. Anyway, the case will make it to global markets at the end of this month, and can be yours for €19.99, regardless of which phone you have - the 7.2 or...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_62_and_nokia_72_get_an_exclusive_007branded_kevlar_case-news-42128.php

HMD Connect SIM gets you data roaming in 120 countries

The Nokia 8.3 5G, 5.3, 1.3, and 5310 weren't the only things HMD Global announced at its online event today. The company has also unveiled HMD Connect, which is a global roaming data SIM card, with associated plans. This works in 120 countries. The price for a bundle is the same no matter the country you plan to use it in - €9.95, but you get varying amounts of data for that money. The aforementioned 120 countries are divided into 3 zones. So, for €9.95 you get 1GB of data in Zone 1, 500MB in Zone 2, and 250MB in Zone 3. Each bundle of data is valid for 14 days since activation, and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/hmd_connect_sim_gets_you_data_roaming_in_120_countries-news-42127.php

Nokia announces the Nokia 5.3 and Nokia 1.3

Alongside the Nokia 8.3, Juho Sarvikas also announced the Nokia 5.3 and the Nokia 1.3. The mid-ranger 5.3 runs full Android 10, whereas the entry-level 1.3 boots its lightweight Android Go Edition. Nokia 5.3 The Nokia 5.3 is built around a notched 6.55-inch HD+ IPS display and has a Snapdragon 665 chipset to power it. There are three RAM options - 3GB, 4GB and 6GB, while storage is set at 64GB but is expandable via the microSD card slot. On the back we find a circular camera module with four sensors. The main one is 13MP with f/1.8 aperture and you also get a 5MP ultrawide...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_announces_the_nokia_53_and_13-news-42125.php

HMD unveils Nokia 8.3 5G with Snapdragon 765G, ZEISS quad camera

HMD took a gamble that didn't quite pay off with the 9 PureView, but now it's looking to return to form with a formula it knows well - meet the new Nokia 8.3 5G. Positioned in the "flagship killer" segment its claims to fame are a great big display, a quad camera with ZEISS certification and unrivaled 5G support. HMD says the Nokia 8.3 5G is all about futureproofing - it supports more 5G bands than even the priciest flagship out there, which will make it compatible with all of the existing and upcoming 5G networks around the globe. The phone is built around a 6.81" Puredisplay of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/hmd_unveils_nokia_83_5g_with_snapdragon_765g_zeiss_quad_camera-news-42124.php

Samsung is temporarily closing its US and Canada shops as a COVID-19 measure

YH Eom, CEO of Samsung Electronics America, just announced that the company will temporarily be closing all of its US stores, effective immediately. The Company's Canadian branch put out a similar statement. While it is sad to witness another major business succumb to the COVID-19 crisis, it is also really encouraging to see proactive reactions to the situation all-round. Samsung is far from the only company to take drastic steps and temporarily close brick and mortar locations. Even within the industry, such moves have been fairly common, with Apple notably recently doing the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_is_temporarily_closing_its_us_and_canada_shops_as_a_covid19_measure-news-42108.php

Watch the Nokia phones announcement live here

This is the first of several livestreams promised by HMD as a replacement for the MWC event that never was. It starts at 4:30pm UTC and can be viewed on YouTube below: So, what's coming? The Nokia C2 is already official, but the leaks show that there are several models eager to launch. Given the James Bond-themed announcement of the event, we expect to see the Nokia 8.2 5G - HMD's first 5G phone that starred in the trailer for the new movie (rumored specs include a S765G chipset and triple camera on the back). Also expect some accessory tie-ins like the Nokia 6.2 rugged case...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/watch_the_nokia_phones_announcement_live_here-news-42086.php

Latest ZTE Axon 11 5G leak shows out front design, will come with 64MP main camera

Yesterday gave us our first look at the upcoming ZTE Axon 11 5G flagship and now we have another poster which gives us a much better idea of the phone. The new image comes from Chinese tipster DigitalChatStation and shows out the Axon 11 and its waterdrop notch screen which follows in the footsteps of its predecessor - the Axon 10s Pro. We can also spot another new silver colorway of the phone alongside the black one from yesterday's leak. The new image of the Axon 11's back reveals the main camera will have a 64MP sensor and we can also spot a dual-LED flash module below the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/latest_zte_axon_11_5g_shows_out_front_design_will_come_with_64mp_main_camera-news-42110.php

Samsung One UI 2.5 will enable gesture navigation for third party launchers

One UI 2.0 has been a major milestone in Samsung's ongoing UI development. It brought many tweaks to the interface, as well as usability improvements. It was quickly followed by the minor refresh One UI 2.1 that powers the likes of Galaxy S20 Ultra and Galaxy S20. Now we are hearing the a more major update is around the corner - One UI 2.5. As per the new report, the 2.5 release will extend support for the extensive set of gesture controls to third party launchers. Currently, Samsung offers users impressive freedom of choice to either use a traditional navigation bar, with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_one_ui_25_will_enable_gesture_navigation_for_third_party_launchers-news-42112.php

Poco X2 open sale begins

Fliparkt's Big Shopping Days sale is under way and one of the high-profile offers is that of the Poco X2. The phone starts at INR 16,000 for the 6/64GB model, but for just a bit more you can double the storage - the 6/128GB option is INR 17,000 (and the top 8/256GB one is INR 20,000). Previously, the phone was available in limited quantities for short periods of time - users were mostly met with "out of stock" warnings. This particular sale will last from today through March 22. By the way, Flipkart advertises 10% discount on the 6GB models (less for the 8/256GB one), but the prices...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_x2_is_back_on_flipkart_for_the_big_shopping_days_sale_march_1922-news-42109.php

iPad Pro's new Magic Keyboard trackpad brings some macOS gestures

Apple brought the iPad closer to the laptop form factor with the introduction of the Magic Keyboard with an integrated trackpad. Is the iPad even ready for cursor support? It is and this is one of the reasons why Apple split the tablet OS from the iOS found on iPhones. You can see a quick demo of the trackpad and cursor below (we've cued the video up). The cursor isn't the usual arrow you know from desktop PCs, instead it's a circle (since the iPad UI doesn't require pixel-perfect precision). In fact, when you move it over a button, it expands to highlight the whole button. One...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_trackpad_on_ipad_pros_new_magic_keyboard_will_bring_in_some_macos_gestures-news-42113.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Mirror Gold version goes on sale in India on March 20

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip launched in India last month in Mirror Black and Mirror Purple colors. Now the company has confirmed that starting March 20, it will be available for purchase in Mirror Gold as well. The Galaxy Z Flip is priced at INR109,999 ($1,465/€1,355) in India and can be purchased through the company's official Indian site and retail stores across the country. The Galaxy Z Flip has a Snapdragon 855+ SoC at the helm paired with 8GB RAM. It has 256GB of storage onboard and boasts two AMOLED displays - a 6.7" FHD+ foldable primary screen, and a 1.1" secondary cover...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip_mirror_gold_india-news-42111.php

Apple supply normalizing as China production restored

Apple supply is slowly improving as production in China is getting back to normal, according to a report by LoupVentures. The report interprets the lead times for some of Apple's most sought-after products to gauge improved supply. The lead times (the time from the start to the finish of an order) for the iPhone 11 64GB, iPhone 11 Pro 64GB, AirPods Pro and AirPods 2nd-gen have improved from their worst on March 4. The lead time for an iPhone 11 64GB and iPhone 1 Pro 64GB is an average of 2 days (6.7 days at its worst on March 4), the lead time for AirPods Pro and AirPods 2nd-gen is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_stock_normalizing_in_harmony_with_china_production-news-42107.php

Our Samsung Galaxy Z Flip video review is up

The Galaxy Z Flip is Samsung's second foldable phone, but it takes a completely different take on the formula. Much like the Motorola Razr it goes for the compact-to-regular transition, instead of the regular-to-tablet of the Galaxy Fold. It's also cheaper and more widely available, which might make it the most popular foldable phone to date. We already published our full-text review, but now Ricky managed to wrap all the major pros and cons into a nice 15-minute video. During the process of reviewing the Galaxy Z Flip, Ricky managed to crack the glass behind the cameras, which led...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_samsung_galaxy_z_flip_video_review_is_up-news-42105.php

Apple iPad Pro 11 2020 AnTuTu benchmark shows 6GB RAM, 9% GPU boost

Yesterday Apple unveiled the latest generation iPad Pros - both 11-inch and 12.9-inch models - with a new custom A12Z chipset. And today the 11-inch variant of the iPad Pro for 2020 has been tested on AnTuTu. Now before we explore the scores, let's get a few technicalities out of the way. Apple's naming scheme might suggest that the iPhone 11 series have a more powerful chipset than the iPad Pro's, because A13 should beat an A12Z (or A12X, for that matter). However, that's clearly not the case. The iPhone 11's A13 has a six-core CPU and a four-core GPU. The A12X, found in last year's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_pro_11_2020_shows_9_faster_gpu_on_antutu-news-42104.php

Xiaomi Mi 10 lands in India on March 31

The Xiaomi Mi 10 that was launched in China last month, and set to make a global debut on March 27, will arrive in India on March 31. The Mi 10 will be announced for the Indian market through an online event that will start at 12:30 PM local time (7 AM UTC). It will be streamed live across Xiaomi India's social media channels. Xiaomi also launched a Pro variant in China but it appears that one won't be making it to India for the time being. Either Xiaomi will have another event for it later on or it will miss that market altogether. The Mi 10 is powered by the Snapdragon 865 SoC,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_10_india_launch_date-news-42103.php

Samsung Galaxy A41 announced with 6.1" OLED, vastly improved triple camera

The Samsung Galaxy A41 was seen in multiple leaks earlier this year and now makes its official debut in Japan. It's a preliminary announcement rather since the Galaxy A41 is only scheduled to hit the shelves in June 2020. The Galaxy A41 brings notable improvements over the Galaxy A40 starting with the larger 6.1" FHD+ Super AMOLED display. It still has a water waterdrop notch with a 25MP selfie camera, but there's now a fingerprint sensor underneath as opposed to around the back. The main camera setup uses a single vertical roll as opposed to the rectangular plates of most recent...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a41_coming_in_june_gets_partially_revealed_in_japan-news-42101.php

Redmi K30 Pro will sport a 60Hz notchless OLED display, new color confirmed

The Redmi K30 Pro is coming on March 24 and the company has started drip-feeding us its specifications. We already know the K30 Pro will be powered by the Snapdragon 865 SoC, support 5G networks, and sport a 64MP quad camera. Now the Chinese phone maker has released a new image of the flagship, which once again confirms it will sport a notchless display. However, unlike the vanilla K30, the Pro model won't offer a 120Hz screen refresh rate. Not even 90Hz, since the company decided to settle with a 60Hz panel. But, this will be an AMOLED panel from Samsung and Redmi promises remarkable...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k30_pro_notchless_display_color_options-news-42100.php

Samsung announces Galaxy S20+ Olympic Edition, will actually sell one to you

Samsung is an official partner of the Olympic Games, and as such has been issuing special editions of its current flagships to be gifted to all the participating athletes. The Games in Tokyo are scheduled to take place this summer, and Samsung has just unveiled the Galaxy S20+ 5G Olympic Edition in Matte Gold in partnership with the local carrier NTT Docomo. The big difference now - the phone will be available for sale for end customers. The version of the Galaxy S20+ 5G comes with 12GB RAM and 128 gigs of storage. The quad-cam smartphone will be selling at JPY114,840, which is just...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_announces_galaxy_s20_olympic_edition_in_japan_will_sell_the_phone-news-42099.php