Microsoft Surface Duo to have an 'app group' feature to help with multitasking

The Microsoft Surface Duo was announced all the way back in last Fall with a time frame for release around this year's holiday season. Recent rumors point to Microsoft shooting to beat that deadline by as much as several months and judging by how often we're hearing the Surface Duo mentioned in the past weeks this could indeed be the case. The latest bit of info concerns a software feature of the Surface Duo and it's one to do with making better use of the two displays - that's what the Duo is all about after all. It'll be called something along the lines of 'app groups' (why not 'duet',...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_surface_duo_app_group_multitasking-news-43986.php

OnePlus confirms its upcoming TV series will have three models, pricing teased

OnePlus entered the smart TV segment last September with its Q1 series which includes two models - Q1 and Q1 Pro. These TVs are a bit on the higher end of the price spectrum but the company is set to bring more affordable TVs on July 2. OnePlus has confirmed a few features of its new TV series and today the company revealed the lineup will include three models. OnePlus didn't reveal the screen sizes of these models but earlier this month two TVs with a diagonal of 32" and 43" got certified, and we assume the third one might pack a 55" screen - the same size as the Q1 series. The 32"...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_oneplus_tv_prices-news-43987.php

Huawei P20 is receiving Android 10 and EMUI 10 in Canada

The Huawei P20 is receiving Android 10 with EMUI 10 in Canada, as reported by a customer on local carrier Fido. The second major OS update for the phone that launched on Android 8.1 Oreo was promised at the start of the year. The P20 Pro and the Mate 10 from 2017 started getting the update about a month ago, and the P20 has now followed. The hefty 4.6GB release for the EML-L09 variant of the handset comes with GPU Turbo, UI tweaks and new security features. That is, of course, on top of the Android 10's native system-wide dark mode, one-time location permissions, and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_p20_is_receiving_android_10_and_emui_10_in_canada-news-43984.php

Samsung Galaxy M01s certified by TUV Rheinland with a 3,900 mAh battery

The Galaxy M01 was unveiled earlier this month but Samsung is also working on a M01s. It has been certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) already and now it has bagged TUV Rheinland certification as well, which reveals the smartphone will pack a 3,900 mAh battery. The listing on TUV Rheinland's website doesn't reveal any other specs of the Galaxy M01s, but the smartphone passed through Geekbench back in May, revealing its key specs in the process - Helio P22 SoC, 3GB RAM, and surprisingly, Android Pie. We are hopeful the retail version of the Galaxy...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_m01s_specs_battery_size-news-43983.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 gets Android 10 with One UI 2.1 in the US and Canada

Samsung rolled out the Android 10 update for the Galaxy Tab S4 a few days ago that brought along One UI 2.1 to the tablet with June 1, 2020 Android security patch. The update was only rolling for the LTE version (SM-T835) in Europe but now it's seeding for the Wi-Fi version (SM-T830) as well, albeit in the US and Canada only at the time of writing this. The new update sports build number T830XXU4CTF5 and has the same changelog as the firmware for the LTE version. It comes with Dark Mode, improved layout for titles and buttons, clearer app icons, and new full-screen navigation...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s4_wifi_android_10_one_ui_2_1_update-news-43982.php

Realme X3 gets a new software update with optimizations and bug fixes

The Realme X3 unveiled a couple of days ago is yet to go on sale but it's already receiving its second software update, which brings a fix for phone lag and improves the system stability. Additionally, the new build optimizes the screen brightness as well as the picture quality and fixes the issue of fingerprint reader heating. The changelog also mentions June 2020 Android security patch along with Realme PaySa (India only) and Realme Link apps, but after installation of the update, we didn't find the apps on our unit. It's worth noting, however, that these apps were a part of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x3_software_update-news-43981.php

Oppo Watch passes through FCC, appears in live images

On Friday, a few live images of the Oppo Watch have surfaced thanks to the FCC. The Oppo Watch appears here with model number OW19W12. We also get a look at the Watch's charging cable and wrist strap. There is no doubt that the Oppo Watch bears striking resemblance to the Apple Watch. Heck, it even sounds a lot like "Apple Watch". Anyway, the Oppo Watch is expected to arrive to the European market sometime in the second half of this year. However, language in the FCC's description suggests that the Oppo Watch will be sold on Amazon's US website. "Purchase on Amazon: OPPO Watch"....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_watch_passes_through_fcc_appears_in_live_images-news-43980.php

DxOMark gives iPhone SE (2020) 101 overall, 84 for selfies

DxOMark has just released its review of the iPhone SE's main and selfie cameras. The iPhone SE has camera hardware identical to that of the iPhone XR. It's a 12MP sensor with f/1.8 aperture, phase-detection autofocus, OIS, and up to 5X digital zoom. In today's standards, it's a very basic setup. Meanwhile, the selfie camera is a 7MP sensor with f/2.2 aperture and fixed focus lens. Overall, the iPhone SE does a very good job in metering exposure and contrast. Apple's automatic HDR is to thank for that. It works well for both indoor and outdoor images, and managed to expose darks and shadows...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/dxomark_gives_iphone_se_2020_101_overall_84_for_selfies-news-43979.php

Samsung Galaxy S20 in Korea updated with July OTA, brings camera improvements

A new update has just begun rolling out on the Samsung Galaxy S20 in Korea. The update arrives with the July 1 security patch from Google - which is quite a surprise considering Samsung is normally one of the worst when it comes to getting updates delivered on time. The update has a build number G988*KSU1ATFD and weighs in over 381MB. It brings new updates to the camera, and the changelog mentions updated image quality in digitally zoomed images, as well as improved video stabilization. The voice recording app will now be able to record audio from a Bluetooth device's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s20_in_korea_updated_with_july_ota_brings_camera_improvements-news-43978.php

Asus ROG Phone 3 gets Bluetooth certified ahead of its July release

Asus' upcoming gaming beast, the ROG Phone 3, has received its Bluetooth certification today. This is just the latest in a number of such official certifications that are required for launch - which, by the way, should happen next month. Before this, the ROG Phone 3 was also certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance and EEC. It's also been spotted in benchmark databases. Some rumors claim it will arrive sporting the yet-unannounced Snapdragon 865+ chipset, but that remains to be seen. What's clear is that there will be a version with 8GB of RAM, and one with 12GB. According to the Bluetooth SIG's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_rog_phone_3_gets_bluetooth_certified_ahead_of_its_july_release-news-43977.php

Samsung Galaxy A51s 5G spotted in multiple listings

Back in May, we came across a listing for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A71s 5G UW - a Verizon exclusive which as the name suggests will support mmWave 5G. That phone was spotted with the SM-A716V model number and now a device bearing the SM-A516V tag, believed to be the A51s 5G was spotted on Geekbench as well as the Wi-Fi Alliance and NFC Forum. Galaxy A51s 5G Geekbench listing The phone's Geekbench listing shows it will be powered by the Snapdragon 765G chipset with 6GB RAM. It cranked out 622 points in the single-core test and 1,928 in the multi-core department and was running on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a51s_5g_spotted_in_multiple_listings-news-43976.php

OnePlus Nord to pack dual front-facing cameras

The OnePlus Nord, also referred to as OnePlus Z, is coming next month and the company has started building hype on social media by dropping teasers. OnePlus hasn't revealed any specs of the OnePlus Nord yet but if the latest report by Android Central is to be believed, we'll see the smartphone pack a dual camera setup on the front. According to the publication, the OnePlus Nord will have a Huawei P40 series-like cut-out in the top-left corner of the screen for the 32MP selfie camera which will be joined by an 8MP ultrawide angle unit. This information was corroborated by usually reliable...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_z_nord_dual_selfie_camera-news-43973.php

Here's our first look at the Samsung Galaxy A01 Core

While the Galaxy A01 is already the most affordable member in Samsung's A-series to date, the company is preparing a model with an even lower price tag dubbed the A01 Core. We've already seen it pass several certifications earlier this week and now we have our first look thanks to a leaked image from Evan Blass. The A01 Core is expected to launch with a 5.14-inch TFT display and 720p resolution with symmetrical top and bottom bezels. The phone will rely on the Mediatek MT6739WW chipset with 1GB RAM. It will run Android 10 and will likely come with Samsung's One UI Core on top. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/heres_our_first_look_at_the_samsung_galaxy_a01_core_-news-43972.php

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra's 108MP camera reconfirmed by another tipster

The Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra rumored to be unveiled on August 5 will feature a 108MP main camera, says popular tipster Roland Quandt. This isn't the first time we are hearing about the Note20 Ultra packing a 108MP camera, but Quandt says he's "seen hard evidence" of the presence of a 108MP camera on the smartphone and given his track record, the Note20 Ultra will likely sport a 108MP sensor. Samsung Galaxy Note 20 "Ultra" ("Canvas2") has a 108MP main cam. I know we knew, but I've seen hard evidence now, so consider it confirmed from my end.— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) June 25, 2020...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note20_ultra_108mp_camera_reconfirmed-news-43970.php

Realme C11 listed on Indonesian retailer complete with specs and images

The Realme C11 is scheduled to go official on June 30 and while there's still some time left before the event, most questions have been answered thanks to a listing on Indonesian retailer Lazada. The phone's official page is live and details its key specs alongside official images and a July 1 flash sale date. Realme C11 in grey and green As expected the C11 will be the first phone to utilize MediaTek's upcoming Helio G35 chipset coupled with 2/3GB RAM and 32GB storage. Upfront we have a 6.5-inch IPS LCD with an HD+ resolution waterdrop notch. The back features a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_c11_listed_on_indonesian_retailer_complete_with_specs_and_images-news-43968.php

Realme X3 hands-on review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x3_hands_on-review-2126.php

Honor Play 4e image and specs surface

Honor unveiled the Play 4 and Play 4 Pro earlier this month but it appears the company will soon add a new member to the Play 4 lineup, dubbed Play 4e. An official-looking poster of the Honor Play 4e has surfaced on Chinese social network Weibo, which reveals the design and a few specs of the smartphone. The Honor Play 4e sports a 6.39" display with a punch-hole in the top-left corner for the selfie camera. The back of the phone is home to a triple camera setup which includes a 13MP main camera, but the resolution and purpose of the other two shooters is currently unknown. Honor...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_play_4e_specs_design_poster-news-43967.php

Xiaomi Philippines catalog reveals Redmi 9A key specs

Xiaomi is much more than just a smartphone manufacturer and its latest product catalog shows us a lot of upcoming smart gadgets intended for the Philipines market. The July-August brochure also revealed the anticipated Redmi 9A complete with its key specs and a placeholder image. The phone will be powered by the yet to be announced MediaTek Helio G25 chipset with a CPU clocked at 2.0Ghz. It will boast a 6.53-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch for its 5MP selfie cam. The back will feature a 13MP primary camera while the battery is expected to remain at 5,000 mAh. In addition...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_philippines_catalog_reveals_redmi_9a_key_specs-news-43966.php

Google Pixel 4a inches closer to launch as it gets FCC certified

The Google Pixel 4a was supposed to arrive in May but the launch got delayed to June, then July and a recent report claimed the 2020 Pixel isn't coming before October. There's no official word from Google yet, but a Google smartphone which is likely the Pixel 4a has been certified by the USA's FCC, meaning it's closer to launch than ever. FCC lists a Google phone with three different model numbers - G025N, G025M, and G025J - with the last one likely being the US model. The documents shared by FCC also reveal Google will opt for an e-label to keep the back of the smartphone devoid of any...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_4a_fcc_certification-news-43965.php

New report suggests LTE iPhone 12 will cost 549

A report from @omegaleaks via Twitter claims that Apple will launch a sub-$600 iPhone this year. According to the report, Apple is going to offer a 4G-variant of the entry-level 5.4-inch iPhone 12 for $549. If previous rumors are also true, this could mean that Apple is going to set the iPhone 12 in five different price brackets. my first iphone rumor is the 4g version of the 12 and 12 maxiphone 12(4g) if it happens will be 549$4g 12 max will be 649$ and there 5g prices are 649 and 749 just like jon prosser said.— Omega LEAKS and RUMORS (@omegaleaks) June 25, 2020 The report...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_report_suggests_lte_iphone_12_will_cost_549-news-43964.php

New Google ARCore Depth API lets AR objects hide behind real-world obstacles

A new API is now available for developers to take advantage of for brand-new AR experiences on Android and Unity. First announced late-last year, the new API lets developers blend digital objects in the physical world. This is all done with a single RGB camera - boy, AR sure has come a long way. The way that Google puts it, occlusion is the ability for digital objects to accurately appear behind real world objects. This makes it so that objects accurately hide behind things like walls, tables, couches, or anything that would "obstruct" it relative to the surface that you place the digital...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_google_arcore_depth_api_lets_ar_objects_hide_behind_realworld_obstacles-news-43963.php

LG's new TONE Free TWS earbuds have a self-cleaning case, available next month

LG's latest duo of TWS earbuds arrive with model numbers HBS-FN4 and HBS-FN6. The latter features an industry-first self-cleaning charging case that uses LG's UVnano to kill bacteria as the earbuds recharge. The UVnano works by emitting UV light onto the silicone tip and inner mesh. LG claims this is kills 99.9% of E. coli and S. aureus 2. These earbuds feature an improved design over the company's first-generation of TWS earbuds called TONE+ Free. The new earbuds are powered by Meridian Audio for what LG claims will offer realistic-sounding audio straight into your ear canals...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lgs_new_tone_free_tws_earbuds_have_a_selfcleaning_case_available_next_month-news-43962.php

Google Photos major redesign rolling out with new icon, photo map search, and simplified UI

Starting today, Google will begin rolling out a new update to its Google Photos app. The photo-keeping app is five years old and has gradually changed the way we keep and review memories over the years. Google says more people are using Google Photos to see memories, after all, a there's a stories-like feed that shows you what your week looked like in past years. Anyway, there's a new design coming to the UI, including a brand-new icon. The icon is still the colorful pinwheel, but it's more circle-y and totally flattened, which we've seen Google do with many of its redesigned stock...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_photos_major_redesign_rolling_out_with_new_icon_photo_map_search_and_simplified_ui-news-43961.php

ARM-based Macs will not support Boot Camp for booting into Windows

Apple has revealed that its ARM-based Macs, coming out later this year, will not support Boot Camp for booting into alternate operating systems such as Windows 10. There are two issues at play here. First of all, Apple seems to be deprecating Boot Camp entirely for its ARM-based Macs. Instead, the company expects users to run all alternate operating systems under virtualization. Apple demonstrated this during its WWDC keynote by running Debian 10 inside Parallels Desktop. The second issue is with regards to Windows 10 itself. Although Microsoft makes an ARM-based version of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/armbased_macs_will_not_support_boot_camp_for_booting_into_windows-news-43960.php

Panasonic Toughbook A3 is a rugged 10-inch Android tablet with swappable batteries

Panasonic's signature Toughbook line just got its newest member with the Toughbook A3 Android tablet. It brings a 10.1-inch LCD with 1920x1200 pixel resolution which can crank up to 800 nits of brightness. There's also a set of 5 configurable physical buttons around the bezel as well as volume controls and a power button. It features dual swappable batteries, a built-in stylus, full-sized USB-A and type-C ports as well dual SIM support. The tablet is tailored to first responders, emergency service personnel and field service agents. Keeping true to the Toughbook heritage, the A3 brings...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/panasonic_toughbook_a3_is_a_rugged_10inch_android_tablet_with_swappable_batteries_-news-43958.php

OnePlus made a documentary about the design of the OnePlus Z/Nord, here's the trailer

OnePlus was founded in mid-December 2013 and had its first phone out in April 2014. The company is trying to pull off something similar for its "new beginnings" project - the OnePlus Z/Nord. Pete Lau, Carl Pei and company are working on a side project too, a documentary on how they built the new phone. A trailer for the documentary was published today, the premiere is set for June 30, just before the July launch of the phone (whose name is kept under wraps but hinted at with various teasers and puns). The trailer has a hook - the team working on the project had only 6 months to get it...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_made_a_documentary_about_the_design_of_the_oneplus_z_nord_heres_the_trailer-news-43957.php

Samsung Galaxy S20 Lite tipped to launch in October

Two weeks ago we came across a report which speculated that Samsung is planning a Galaxy S20 Lite. Now, South Korean news outlet ETNews suggests the affordable member of the S20 line will be released in October. The actual naming of the device is still not confirmed with the new report referring to it as the "Galaxy S20 Pen Edition" which would suggest an S-Pen stylus and closer ties to the Galaxy Note series. Other speculations suggest the phone might be called the "S20 Fan Edition" or simply the S20 Lite. According to previous information, the phone will come with Samsung's One UI 2.5...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s20_lite_tipped_to_launch_in_october-news-43956.php

Amazfit GTR and GTS get daytime nap tracking with the latest update

A new update has just arrived to some Amazfit GTR and GTS units. The software version for the GTR is 1.3.5.77 while the GTS gets 0.0.9.12. Both versions of the software, however, carry the same new feature - support for naps over 20 minutes. This shouldn't be mistaken for the regular sleep tracking - that's something these watches were capable before the update. But some people like to take naps during the day and sometimes they are more than 20 minutes. That's why Amazfit wanted to give you a little bit more insight into how you sleep during the day. There's nothing new according...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/amazfit_gtr_and_gts_get_daytime_nap_tracking_feature_with_the_latest_update-news-43955.php

OnePlus 8 Pro sale in India ends in minutes after stock runs out

Blink and you miss it - Amazon India and OnePlus made the OnePlus 8 Pro briefly available online, but all units were gone minutes later. The phone was available on both sites, which have since hung up "out of stock" signs. The Pro was available at INR 55,000 for the 8/128 GB model and INR 60,000 for 12/256 GB. The new Ultramarine Blue color is exclusive to the pricier tier while the other two hues (Onyx Black and Glacial Green) can be had with either storage capacity. There were some incentives to buy, including an instant discount of INR 3,000 if you pay with an SBI card or use an...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_8_pro_sale_in_india_ends_in_minutes_after_stock_runs_out-news-43953.php

Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 render shows punch-hole design

Another spicy leak from the famous Ice Universe reveals the unfolded design of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Fold 2. The image below is what Samsung's future foldable phone should look like from the front and it departs from the Galaxy Fold's original design. The notch cutout has been replaced by a less obtrusive punch-hole near the upper-right corner of the display. And even though the cutout on the current Galaxy Fold is off center, this camera hole may trigger some OCD for someone looking for symmetry. Then again, this could have been a practical-related decision rather than a design...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_fold_2_render_shows_punchhole_design-news-43954.php

Here's our best look yet at the Samsung Galaxy Watch3

Images of the Samsung Galaxy Watch3 rumored to arrive next month leaked earlier this week revealing the smartwatch's design, but a new picture that surfaced today gives us our best look yet at the upcoming smartwatch. This image was shared by reliable leakster Evan Blass and it corroborates the previous design leaks. The Galaxy Watch3 has a stainless steel casing but the image doesn't confirm whether it has a rotating bezel. However, previous leaks suggest the smartwatch will have one. The straps of the Galaxy Watch3 are made out of leather and this is the 45mm model we are looking at...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch3_design_specs_image-news-43952.php

Realme X3 SuperZoom comes to India alongside Buds Q TWS

Alongside the announcement of the vanilla X3, Realme also brought the SuperZoom variant as well as its recently launched Buds Q TWS earphones to the Indian market. Realme X3 SuperZoom The X3 SuperZoom brings a more sophisticated camera setup compared to the vanilla version with an 8MP periscope module, capable of 5x optical and up to 60x hybrid zoom. The rest of the cameras on the back are a 64MP main shooter, an 8MP ultrawide snapper and a 2MP macro module. The phone is built around a 6.6-inch IPS LCD with 120Hz refresh rate and dual selfie camera setup with a 32MP main cam and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x3_superzoom_comes_to_india_alongside_buds_q_tws_-news-43951.php

New Samsung Galaxy Note20+ case confirms design rumors

The Galaxy Note20 duo has already seen its fair share of leaks for the past few months and we already have a pretty good idea of what they will look like. Now Ice Universe has shared another case, which reconfirms the design and gives us a few more details about the functional elements' location. Alleged Galaxy Note20+ case The images show a case for the still unreleased Galaxy Note20+ with five holes. This isn't new, however, as we already know that the phone will feature three cameras leaving the other two cutouts for the 3D ToF sensor and the LED flash. More shots...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note20_case_confirm_the_already_leaked_design-news-43943.php

Realme X3 goes official with 12MP telephoto camera, Snapdragon 855+ chipset

After introducing the X3 SuperZoom last month, Realme now follow it up with the vanilla Realme X3. As the name suggests, the X3 lacks the periscope module found on the SuperZoom and opts for a conventional 12MP telephoto camera instead. Another difference comes in the selfie camera department where the X3 packs a 16MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide snapper in a similar-looking a pill-shaped cutout. Apart from the camera differences and storage configurations, the X3 is identical to the SuperZoom. Upfront we have a 6.6-inch FHD+ IPS LCD with a 120Hz refresh rate and the dual...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x3_goes_official_with_12mp_telephoto_camera_snapdragon_855_chipset_-news-43950.php

Watch the Realme X3 announcement live here

Realme announced the X3 SuperZoom last month and today the company will unveil the regular X3 through an online event in India which will start at 12:30PM local time (9AM UTC). It will be streamed on the company's official YouTube channel and you can follow it by tuning to the stream below. Alongside the regular X3, Realme will also launch the X3 SuperZoom in India today, which is powered by the Snapdragon 855+ SoC and packs a 6.6" 120Hz LCD of FullHD+ resolution. The Realme X3 SuperZoom features a 64MP quad camera which includes an 8MP unit with a periscope lens. You can read our...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x3_buds_q_launch_event_live_stream-news-43949.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G gets TENAA certified with dual batteries, support page goes live

The support page for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G rumored to arrive on August 5 has gone live on the company's official South Korean site. It's listed on the website with model code SM-F707N, which from a previous report we know is the South Korean version of the clamshell foldable smartphone. The support page doesn't include any specs of the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, but the smartphone has been certified by TENAA, which clears its way for launch in China. Support page machine translated from Korean The Galaxy Z Flip 5G will have a total of six model numbers and the one that's bagged TENAA...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip_5g_support_page_tenaa-news-43948.php

Hot take: iOS 14

Yesterday, Apple held its annual World Wide Developer Conference, where it announced new versions of all its major operating systems. Chief among these was the iOS 14 announcement, where Apple discussed a ton of new features that are going to find their way onto millions of iPhones come September. After having watched the keynote and going through everything new in this update, it's hard not to think of iOS 14 as one of the most influential updates that the platform has received in recent years and one that will matter to a lot of people going forward, especially those on the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/hot_take_ios_14-news-43928.php

vivo X50 Pro with gimbal OIS arrives in global markets next month

At the beginning of this month, vivo unveiled its latest smartphone innovation: a gimbal optical image stabilization system, which the vivo X50 Pro uses for its main camera sensor instead of a traditional OIS system. The X50 Pro was joined in the spotlight by the vanilla X50 and the X50 Pro+ (although confusingly the latter drops the gimbal-like stabilization despite its name implying it's a step up in all areas compared to the Pro). That announcement was in China, for the Chinese market, but if you were patiently waiting to hear about a global release, here's some good news for you....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x50_pro_with_gimbal_ois_is_headed_to_global_markets_next_month-news-43946.php

Panasonic launches Lumix G100 vlogging camera for $749

Panasonic has launched the new Lumix G100, a compact, interchangeable lens camera designed for vlogging. The G100 features a "smartphone crushing" 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds sensor without Low Pass Filter and with 5-axis hybrid image stabilizer. The camera can record 4K video in 24p or 30p or 1080p video in 60p. The video can be recorded in a multitude of aspect ratios, including Instagram friendly 4:5, 5:4 and 9:16. Video can also be recorded in Panasonic's V-LogL flat color profile for better control over grading. On the back is a field sequential electronic viewfinder...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/panasonic_launches_lumix_g100_vlogging_camera_for_749-news-43947.php

Galaxy M51 will only make it to India in September

Fans of Samsung's Galaxy M series in India will unfortunately have to wait until September to see what's shaping up to be the most powerful device to ever appear with M branding - namely the Galaxy M51. This comes from a new report supposedly based on info from industry sources. The launch in the subcontinent has been delayed to September because of production issues at Samsung's factories. The M51 may surface elsewhere before September, although that's not very likely, seeing as how the M series devices are usually either exclusive to India or launch there first. The handset is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_m51_will_only_make_it_to_india_in_september-news-43945.php

New iOS 14 feature shows just how many apps are snooping on your clipboard

A new feature in iOS 14 developer beta 1 has some users taken by surprise. The feature alerts the user every time an app access the clipboard for whatever reason, and let's just say there are way too many apps today that are accessing your clipboard for seemingly no reason at all. If you are running iOS 14 developer beta 1 and copy an item to your clipboard then the OS will show a pop-up notification at the top of the screen informing you whenever an app has accessed the data in your clipboard. The video below demonstrates this in action. Make sure you watch it in fullscreen so you see the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_ios_14_feature_shows_just_how_many_apps_are_snooping_on_your_clipboard-news-43944.php

Realme C11 gets benchmarked and unboxed before its official announcement

The Realme C11 (model name RMX2185) ran Geekbench, which gives us an opportunity to learn more about the MediaTek Helio G35 chipset. Also, someone from the Realfans Vietnam Facebook group posted an unboxing of the new gaming-oriented phone. Geekbench reports the motherboard as "oppo6765", which isn't very helpful. However, comparing it to the RMX2027, aka Realme C3 with the Helio G70 chipset, makes it clear that the G35 won't be fastest chip around. JRGRAPH_EXPANDABLE_VERSION = false; GeekBench 4.4 (single-core) Higher is better Realme C3 1812 Realme C11 ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_c11_gets_benchmarked_and_unboxed_before_its_official_announcement-news-43942.php

iOS 14 beta users report seeing 4K option in the YouTube app

Multiple iPhone users running the first developer beta of iOS 14 are reporting that they are now seeing their YouTube video resolution going all the way up to 2160p or 4K. YouTube resolution has been limited to all iOS and iPadOS devices due to a codec compatibility issue. YouTube encodes its videos in two codecs, AVC1 (h.264) or Google's own VP9. However, while VP9 encoded videos are available in all resolutions and frame rate options, AVC1 encoded videos are only available up to 1080p60 resolution. First: MKBHD video, maxed out at 1080p, AVC1Second: 4K60 HDR video, maxed out at...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ios_14_beta_users_report_seeing_4k_option_in_the_youtube_app-news-43941.php

Realme 2 Pro gets Android 10 update with Realme UI

Launched back in September of 2018 with Android 8.1 Oreo, the Realme 2 Pro has started receiving its second major Android update with Realme UI based on Android 10. The update is currently seeded to a limited number of users and will be brought to more regions in batches in the coming days as long as no critical bugs are discovered. The new firmware bears the RMX1801EX_11.F.07 build number and Realme recommends those looking to update to the new version to get their phone on version RMX1801EX_11_C.31 before starting the update procedure. In terms of features, users can expect all the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_2_pro_gets_android_10_update_with_realme_ui-news-43939.php

Samsung Pay Card is in the works in partnership with Curve

Samsung and Curve announced a partnership that will bring the Samsung Pay Card later this year. If you haven't heard of Curve, it's a fintech company that created the Curve Card, which pretends to be a normal Mastercard debit card but is more of an all-in-one solution. You don't keep money in a Curve account, instead you add cards from other banks and decide which card you'd like to spend from each time using an app on your phone. The Curve Card is like a gateway to various bank (and loyalty) cards. The reason this is needed is that it's a shortcut for Samsung - instead of partnering...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_pay_card_is_in_the_works_in_partnership_with_curve-news-43940.php

Oppo Reno3 Pro 5G (Find X2 Neo) in for review

Oppo has brought its Reno3 Pro 5G smartphone outside China - it hit Western Europe as the Find X2 Neo, while the Eastern part of the company will get it under its original name. Also you shouldn't confuse the phone with the non-5G Reno3 Pro that we already reviewed - this one has an AMOLED screen with curved sides and a single punch hole for the selfie camera. When you take the Midnight Black Reno3 Pro 5G out of the box, it feels nicely thin and light, but in the same time feels sturdy and reliable. Oppo ships the Reno3 Pro 5G with a 30W fast charger in the box - it is the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno3_pro_5g_in_for_review-news-43918.php

Motorola sets an event for July 7, might unveil the Edge Lite

Motorola has set up an event on July 7 which will begin at 3PM CET. The company didn't provide any clues as what that might be about, but the likely start will be Edge Lite as it recently bagged FCC certification with a 4,700 mAh battery and 5G support. FCC didn't reveal any other details about the Edge Lite but a separate leak claimed the smartphone will have a Snapdragon 765 SoC under the hood with up to 6GB RAM and up to 128GB storage. The Edge Lite will boot Android 10 and pack a 6.7" 90Hz FullHD+ screen with an aspect ratio of 21:9, but this won't be a waterfall display. It...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_july_7_event_edge_lite_launch-news-43938.php

BLU G90 launched with 6.5" LCD, triple cameras and Android 10

The latest entry-level offering from US-based BLU is here - meet the G90. It's built around a 6.5-inch IPS LCD with HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch for the 13MP selfie camera. Around the back, we have a 16MP primary camera alongside an 8MP ultrawide snapper and a 2MP depth sensor. There's also a capacitive fingerprint reader. BLU G90 in black and blue The G90 runs on the MediaTek Helio A25 chipset paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB of storage which is further expandable via the microSD slot. The phone boots Android 10 while the battery comes in at 4,000 mAh and there's also a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/blu_g90_launched_with_65_lcd_triple_cameras_and_android_10-news-43937.php

BLU G90 launched with 6.5" curved display, triple cameras and Android 10

The latest entry-level offering from US-based BLU is here - meet the G90. It's built around a 6.5-inch HD+ curved display with a waterdrop notch for the 13MP selfie camera. Around the back, we have a 16MP primary camera alongside an 8MP ultrawide snapper and a 2MP depth sensor. There's also a capacitive fingerprint reader. BLU G90 in black and blue The G90 runs on the MediaTek Helio A25 chipset paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB of storage which is further expandable via the microSD slot. The phone boots Android 10 while the battery comes in at 4,000 mAh and there's also a bundled 10W...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/blu_g90_launched_with_65_curved_display_triple_cameras_and_android_10-news-43937.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G gets certified by Bluetooth SIG

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G rumored to arrive on August 5 has bagged Bluetooth certification, taking it a step closer to the launch. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4G The listings on Bluetooth Launch Studio don't divulge any specifications of the Galaxy Z Flip 5G other than confirming Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, but they do reveal a total of six model codes of the clamshell foldable smartphone - SM-F707U, SM-F707W, SM-F707U1, SM-F7070, SM-F707U_SPR, and SM-F707B. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G bags Bluetooth certification The last one passed through Geekbench recently with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip_5g_bluetooth_certification-news-43936.php