OnePlus 7, 7T series gets August patch and user assistance feature with latest beta updates

OnePlus has released new OxygenOS Open Beta updates for its 2019 smartphones - 7, 7 Pro, 7T, and 7T Pro. OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro get OxygenOS Open Beta 17, while their T variants get Open Beta 7. Both updates come with the same changelog and bump up the Android security patch level on the smartphones to August 2020. These updates also bring along a new user assistance feature, that can be found under the Settings > OnePlus Tips & Help menu. Besides, the new beta builds come with a few bug fixes as well as improved Wi-Fi transfers. You can check out the changelog of Open Beta 7 and 17...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_7_7_pro_7t_7t_pro_oxygenos_open_beta_17_7_update-news-44668.php

Huawei Enjoy 20 case renders suggest there will also be a Plus version of the handset, with a pop-up camera

The Huawei Enjoy 20 family could be a bit bigger than we originally thought. So far, only the Enjoy 20 Pro has been officially announced, with rumors and designs of a vanilla Enjoy 20, making the rounds. A couple of new phone case listings on Alibaba might just offer a bit more clarity. These suggest that a Huawei Enjoy 20 Plus variant is also coming to market. All the clues hint that it will feature the Huawei Mate 30-esque circular main camera design, we have been seeing in leaks lately, along with a periscope selfie camera. Huawei Enjoy 20 Plus case renders Naturally,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_enjoy_20_case_renders_suggest_there_will_also_be_a_plus_version_of_the_handset_with_a_popup_c-news-44667.php

Microsoft Surface Duo for AT&T appears in leaked renders

The Microsoft Surface Duo announced last October has appeared in a new set of renders shared by reliable leakster Evan Blass. The images show the smartphone closed and opened. The front panel has a clean Microsoft logo, and when opened, you can see a flash next to the camera in the top-right corner, which is a new addition. Microsoft Surface Duo The pictures also show the Google Search widget on the first screen along with the date and time widget, with the dock at the bottom holding three apps - Microsoft Edge, OneNote and Outlook. The dock on the second screen has...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_surface_duo_at_t_renders-news-44666.php

Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra banners and box art showcase 120x zoom camera and color options

Xiaomi is turning 10 next week – a major milestone that the company will be celebrating on August 11 with the release of commemorative editions of the Redmi K30 Pro and the Mi 10 Pro. We are still a little short on details, regarding the Redmi, but the Mi 10 Pro variant has been popping-up online, along with specs and different names – Extreme Commemorative Edition, Supreme Edition, Pro Plus or simply Ultra. Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra At least a couple of these names could end-up in actual use. Some for the Chinese, while others for the global market. It is possible to see a special...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_10_ultra_banners_and_box_art_showcase_120x_zoom_camera_and_color_options-news-44665.php

Realme C12 pops-up on GeekBench with a Helio P35 chipset and 3GB of RAM

A couple of days ago, we heard about a new addition to the Realme C line – the C12. The RMX2189, as its official name goes, has already been through major certification authorities in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and China. In a new development, the unannounced handset was also spotted on GeekBench. That listing includes info on a MediaTek Helio P35 chipset, along with 3GB of RAM and an Android 10 OS. Realme C12: GeekBench • BIS The EMX2189 identifier is also mentioned on the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) website, which means that we can add India to the aforementioned...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_c12_popsup_on_geekbench_with_a_helio_p35_chipset_and_3gb_of_ram-news-44664.php

Samsung Galaxy Watch3 gets VO2 Max and blood oxygen monitoring activated with first software update

The Samsung Galaxy Watch3 announced three days ago is receiving its first software update, which enables a couple of features that aren't activated out of the box - VO2 Max and blood oxygen monitoring. The last one isn't available in nine countries, though, which include Algeria, Angola, Canada, France, Iran, Japan, Libya, South Africa and Thailand. The new firmware, that weighs 80MB in size, also brings in Advanced Running Analysis that provides insights to improve your running, as well as Sleep Score to help you understand your sleep patterns. The Galaxy Watch3 also features...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch3_vo2_max_blood_oxygen_software_update-news-44663.php

AnTuTu releases top 10 list of domestic SoCs for H1 2020

Earlier this week, AuTuTu released its top 10 list of the highest performing smartphones tested in July. On Friday, AnTuTu released a new list, ranking the top 10 SoCs (System on a chip) for the first half of 2020. The top chipsets range from a score of 249151 all the way to 401108. The top three rankes on the list were the Snapdragon 865, the MediaTek Dimensity 1000+, and the Snapdragon 855+. MediaTek is a new contender in high-end chipsets, and the Dimensity 1000+ has its 5G integrated into the SoC’s modem. The Snapdragon 865 must use a separate X55 Modem for 5G support. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/antutu_releases_top_10_list_of_domestic_socs_for_h1_2020-news-44661.php

TikTok issues statement following US Administration’s executive order

On Thursday, the White House issued an executive order that bans TikTok from doing business with US companies. The order claimed that “the spread in the United States of mobile applications developed and owned by companies in the People’s Republic of China continues to threaten the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States.” This is the reason given by the US government, without evidence, that “action must be taken to address the threat posed by one mobile application n particular, TikTok.” Following the executive order, TikTok issued a public statement in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tiktok_issues_statement_following_us_administrations_executive_order-news-44662.php

Poco X2 starts receiving MIUI 12 update in India

Xiaomi sub-brand Poco has started rolling out its first ever update to MIUI 12 for Indian users. The update to MIUI 12 is now going out to Poco X2 units sold in the subcontinent, with a bunch of reports on Twitter confirming the receipt of the new software. The new build number is MIUI 12.0.1.0,QGHINXM, and it arrives over-the-air as a 813 MB download. The changelog says it's "stable", but it's unclear if this is just a soak test or a more general rollout. Whatever the case, at least some people received it, so it's clearly on the way for all Poco X2 units, even if it might take a while...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_x2_starts_receiving_miui_12_update_in_india-news-44660.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 hands-on video leaks, showing more angles

Samsung has sort of semi-announced the Galaxy Z Fold2 at its big Unpacked event on August 5, with the company promising a proper unveiling, with all details, to come on September 1. We got a few official press renders of the upcoming device, but sometimes nothing beats an honest-to-God hands-on video. And today that's exactly what has surfaced, courtesy of Ben Geskin on Twitter. It's a short 16-second affair, but does portray more angles of the device than the official images. You can see the weird placement of the internal hole-punch selfie camera, the display crease (which is obviously...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold2_handson_video_leaks_showing_more_angles-news-44658.php

The Huawei Mate 40 will get Kirin chipset, but may be the last Kirin-powered flagship

Huawei CEO Richard Yu spoke at the China Information Technology Summit 2020, talking about the upcoming Mate 40 phones, the next flagship chipset and the supply issues his company is facing due to the trade war. The Kirin 1000 chipset is expected to be announced at IFA in early September before making its debut on the Huawei Mate 40 lineup. It will be a 5 nm chip fabbed at TSMC and will be based on the Cortex-A78 CPU core. However, the Mate 40s may be the last phones to use a Kirin chipset. The US will block TSMC from manufacturing chips for Huawei starting in mid-September. Before then...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_huawei_mate_40_will_get_kirin_chipset_but_may_be_the_last_kirinpowered_flagship-news-44657.php

Apple says game streaming services like Microsoft's xCloud violate App Store policies

Samsung made a big deal out of its partnership with Microsoft, which includes special enhancements for the xCloud game streaming service for the new Galaxy Note20 phones, plus a 3-moth pass for those who pre-order them. But xCloud’s beta test on iOS ended early, well before the September 15 launch of the service. As suspected, this was due to Apple App Store policies. Nvidia’s GeForce Now and Google’s Stadia are not available on iPhone and iPad for the same reason. Here a statement from Apple sent to Business Insider: “The App Store was created to be a safe and trusted place for...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_says_game_streaming_services_like_microsofts_xcloud_violate_app_store_policies-news-44656.php

OnePlus Nord tear-up: watch Carl Pei assemble the phone by hand

Carl Pei, co-founder of OnePlus, rolled his sleeves up and assembled a OnePlus Nord piece by piece. Many of these tasks are performed by machines at the factory, but the exec demonstrated the assembly process by hand and showed great familiarity with every component in the process. Watch the video below. Pei points out interesting details, like the copper heat pipe, which wicks heat away from the chipset, and explains the functions of the three ribbon cables that connect the motherboard with the secondary board at the bottom. He makes it seem easy, but the final design is the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_tearup_watch_carl_pei_assemble_the_phone_by_hand-news-44655.php

Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra leak points to ceramic and transparent backs

Xiaomi is turning 10 this year and will celebrate with special editions of two of its best phones at the moment – the company is expected to announce commemorative editions of the Mi 10 Pro and Redmi K30 Pro on August 11. Previously, rumors dubbed them “Pro Plus”, but CEO Lei Jun posted on Weibo that in English the phones will bear the “Ultra” name and “Extreme Commemorative Edition” in China (or maybe “Supreme”). Leaked info suggests that there will be two versions of the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra – one with a ceramic back and one with a transparent back. The ceramic model will come in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_10_ultra_leak_points_to_ceramic_and_transparent_backs-news-44653.php

vivo iQOO 5 battery with 120W fast-charging certified, live-tested on video

The first commercially available phone with charging speeds over 100W, vivo iQOO 5, is coming on August 17. The company revealed it will have 120W fast-charging and posted a video, revealing the process of certification at TUV Rheinland while answering some of the questions about such charging rates. During charging, the iQOO 5 smartphone will reach “normal temperatures” in a test environment of room temperature of about 25 degrees. The plug will be able to withstand 10,000 plug-ins and plug-outs of a cable, while the battery can take up to 600 charge and discharge cycles...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_iqoo_5_battery_with_120w_fastcharging_certified_livetested_on_video-news-44650.php

Xiaomi to release MIUI version in India without banned apps

Earlier this year the Indian Government banned 59 mobile applications, including TikTok and WeChat as well as some Xiaomi ecosystem apps. Today the smartphone manufacturer posted a message on Twitter, revealing a MIUI update is scheduled to hit all devices, removing all blocked apps and clarifying that MIUI Cleaner isn't among them. The company also promised 100% of data by Indian users is stored on servers in India and none of the information is shared with anyone outside of India. The new MIUI update will be built without any of the blocked apps being pre-installed, which is a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_to_release_miui_version_in_india_without_banned_apps-news-44652.php

Kuo: iPhone 12 production runs into camera supply issues, launch may be unaffected

Back in April analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that the 5.4” and 6.1” iPhones will start mass production in September, a month after the originally planned start in August. Now he says that problems with the lens for the ultra wide camera may lead to delayed shipments of the component. All four iPhone 12 models will be using 7P lenses (7 element assembly) for their ultra wide-angle cameras. The issue lies with the lenses for the two non-Pro iPhones as their coating is prone to cracking during the high temperature, high humidity test. This problem affects components coming from Genius...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/kuo_iphone_12_nonpro_production_runs_into_camera_supply_issues_launch_may_be_unaffected-news-44651.php

Microsoft is now looking to acquire TikTok's global operations

Earlier this week Microsoft officially confirmed that it is negotiating the acquisition of TikTok’s operations in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Now insiders report that the software giant is looking to expand the scope and include Europe and India in the deal, perhaps even buying TikTok’s global operations. The Financial Times writes that Microsoft and ByteDance (which owns TikTok) were in negotiations to add India to the deal, but that reportedly fell through. A source told Reuters that Microsoft is yet to approach ByteDance with the offer to fully acquire the social...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_is_now_looking_to_acquire_tiktoks_global_operations-news-44649.php

Samsung activates ECG on Galaxy Watch Active2 in Korea

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 was announced last August with the hardware to measure electrocardiogram (ECG) readings, but the feature wasn't enabled due to pending approvals from regulatory agencies in different countries, and it was only in May this year that Galaxy Watch Active2 got ECG certification in South Korea. Samsung said it will activate ECG on the Galaxy Watch Active2 in Q3 2020, and the company has kept its promise as the feature is now enabled on the smartwatch, albeit in South Korea only. To use the ECG feature, Galaxy Watch Active2 users need to download the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch_active2_ecg_activated-news-44648.php

Samsung Galaxy Note20 gets a Mystic Red version in South Korea

Samsung's Galaxy Note20 officially comes in Mystic Green, and Mystic Gray color options in addition to the Mystic Bronze hero paint job. Well it appears that the company's home market is getting a bit of a special treatment and an exclusive-for-now Mystic Red Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G. The vanilla version of the phone has a bright red back panel and a similarly glowing S Pen as is the norm these days. There is also a custom wallpaper for this phone, which is exclusive to the local carrier KT, although we would expect it to make it to the global scene eventually. On the inside...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_is_selling_mystic_red_galaxy_note20_in_south_korea-news-44647.php

Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro Plus is going to be called Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra

Next week Xiaomi will celebrate its first decade in the smartphone business by announcing two new phones - previously believed to be named the Mi 10 Pro Plus and the Redmi K30 Extreme Commemorative Edition. Today Lei Jun, co-founder and chairman of the company, slightly lifted the curtain on the first phone, revealing that it will actually be called Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra outside of China, while the working (machine-translated) name for the home market is Mi 10 Supreme Edition. The executive also revealed more details about the incoming phone like availability and versions. From what...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_10_pro_plus_is_going_to_be_called_xiaomi_mi_10_ultra-news-44646.php

Realme C3 and 5 Pro get new color options

Realme has announced new color options for the Realme C3 and Realme 5 Pro in India. The entry-level C3 now comes in Volcano Grey shade, while the 5 Pro is now offered in Chroma White. Realme 5 Pro in Chroma White The Volcano Grey C3 is already up for purchase through Flipkart, but it will also be sold through the company's official Indian site. The Chrome White 5 Pro, on the other hand, will be available for purchase from August 8 noon local time through Flipkart and Realme's online store. Realme C3 in Volcano Grey In addition to announcing new color options for C3 and 5...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_c3_5_pro_new_color_variants-news-44645.php

Samsung Galaxy Note20 series is already getting its first software update

The Samsung Galaxy Note20 and Galaxy Note20 Ultra unveiled just two days ago and yet to go on sale are already receiving their first software updates. The new updates require a download of around 500MB. It's unclear what exactly the new firmwares bring to the 2020 Note flagships since the changelog only mentions the August 2020 Android security patch, but they likely come with performance improvements and bug fixes. Most early adopters will likely receive this the moment they take the phone out of the box. The Note20 and Note20 Ultra are both powered by the Exynos 990 or Snapdragon...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note20_note20_ultra_software_update-news-44644.php

OnePlus phones get first dibs on PUBG Mobile at 90fps

The popular battle royale mobile game PUBG Mobile is getting a new 90fps mode and it is debuting only for select OnePlus devices. The exclusivity starts now and will last through September 6 before making its way to other devices. The OnePlus 7 Pro, 7T, 8, and 8 Pro all support PUBG Mobile at the new frame rate. The OnePlus Nord is obviously missing from this list, despite having a 90Hz display. It’s understandable since the Nord has the lower-tier Snapdragon 765G. OnePlus is very close with our community of tech enthusiasts, so we know that mobile gamers are looking for a more...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_phones_get_first_dibs_on_pubg_mobile_at_90fps_-news-44643.php

HTC Wildfire E2 goes on sale sans announcement, with entry-level specs

After having been spotted in the Google Play Console last month, the HTC Wildfire E2 is now available to purchase in at least one market - Russia. The phone didn't have a formal announcement, and maybe we won't ever get one anyway, considering the fact that it's a low-end offering. It may or may not make it to other countries soon, that remains to be seen. The HTC Wildfire E2 comes with a 6.22" 720x1560 IPS touchscreen, and is powered by MediaTek's Helio P22 chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage (with a hybrid dual-SIM slot). On the rear there's a 16 MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/htc_wildfire_e2_goes_on_sale_sans_announcement_with_entrylevel_specs-news-44642.php

Google discontinues Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL in US and other regions

Google has discontinued sales of the Pixel 4 and the Pixel 4 XL in the US and some other regions. The phone may still be available through some other retailers and in other regions but only till stock lasts. According to The Verge, a Google spokesperson said that the company has sold through its inventory of the two devices. The company assured that the phones will continue to receive the claimed three years of software updates from when they first became available in the US. The decision to end sales for the Pixel 4 series came only ten months since they went on sale in the US back...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_discontinues_pixel_4_and_pixel_4_xl_in_us_and_other_regions-news-44641.php

Sony WH-1000XM4 launched with improved active noise cancelation

Sony has finally launched the WH-1000XM4, the latest in the company's flagship range of noise-canceling headphones. The WH-1000XM4 is a more iterative update with a 'if it ain't broke' attitude but features enough noteworthy improvements across the board. For starters, Sony has improved upon the already excellent active noise canceling on the previous model. The WH-1000XM4 features the same dual microphones and QN1 noise-canceling chipset as before but also adds a new SoC that samples music and ambient noise 700 times per second. This data, along with a new algorithm, is then used...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_wh1000xm4_launched_with_improved_active_noise_cancelation-news-44640.php

Leaked document suggests Pixel 5a is coming next year, a foldable phone is in the works

An internal document escaped from Google’s grasp and it hints at a possible folding Pixel. The document details every phone since the Pixel 2 and features four yet to be announced devices: Barbette, Raven, Oriole and Passport. Barbette is possibly the rumored Pixel 5a - Google has so far officially confirmed only the Pixel 5 5G and 4a 5G. The Raven and Oriole should be the next generation Pixel 6 duo. Note that Google phones typically have code names based on fish species, but this document uses other code names, making it tough to crack. This leaves the Passport, which is explicitly...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/leaked_document_suggests_pixel_5a_is_coming_next_year_a_foldable_phone_is_in_the_works-news-44634.php

Instagram officially launches Reels in attempt to take on TikTok

Instagram has announced that it is bringing a feature called Reels that allows you to record and edit 15-second multi-clip videos with audio, effects, and new creative tools. It is obviously an attempt to compete with TikTok, the widely popular (and controversial) social media platform, and is already arriving in 50 countries. Instagram Reels is now found in the Instagram Camera (the button in the top left corner) where the whole interface was redesigned. There is a variety of tools for editing, including adding Audio, AR Effects, Timer and Countdown for all the fun dances you want...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/instagram_officially_launches_reels_in_attempt_to_take_down_tiktok-news-44637.php

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra hands-on review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note20_ultra_hands_on-review-2145.php

Realme X3 Pro pops up on Geekbench with Snapdragon 855+

We’ve been hearing speculations about an incoming Realme X3 Pro but the company is still staying silent on the topic. Earlier this year a device with the model number RMX2121 was spotted on TENAA and leaksters suggested this is the phone; today a different device codenamed RMX2083 shined on Geekbench with Snapdragon 855+, raising the question which one is the real X3 Pro. Alleged Realme X3 Pro on Geekbench The Realme X3 and the Realme X3 Superzoom both arrived with the Snapdragon 855+, so why wouldn’t the company keep it consistent? However, a third model number RMX2170 was also...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x3_pro_shines_on_geekbench_with_snapdragon_855_plus-news-44635.php

Leaked document suggests Pixel 5a is coming next year, a foldabe phone is in the works

An internal document escaped from Google’s grasp and it hints at a possible folding Pixel. The document details every phone since the Pixel 2 and features four yet to be announced devices: Barbette, Raven, Oriole and Passport. Barbette is possibly the rumored Pixel 5a - Google has so far officially confirmed only the Pixel 5 5G and 4a 5G. The Raven and Oriole should be the next generation Pixel 6 duo. Note that Google phones typically have code names based on fish species, but this document uses other code names, making it tough to crack. This leaves the Passport, which is explicitly...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/leaked_document_suggests_pixel_5a_is_coming_next_year_a_foldabe_phone_is_in_the_works-news-44634.php

Samsung Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra India pricing revealed as pre-orders open

Samsung announced the Galaxy Note20 and Galaxy Note20 Ultra yesterday through a virtual event along with their US and European prices, and today we learn about the Note20 duo's Indian pricing. The Galaxy Note20 is priced at INR77,999 ($1,040/€880) in India, while the Note20 Ultra will set you back by INR104,999 ($1,400/€1,180). Both smartphones come with 256GB of internal storage, but the regular Note20 has 8GB RAM while the Note20 Ultra comes with 12GB RAM onboard and supports 5G networks. The Note20 and Note20 Ultra are already up for pre-orders in India through Samsung's online...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note20_note20_ultra_india_price-news-44632.php

Honor sets IFA event for September 4

The IFA exhibition in Berlin is scheduled to take place in a new format this year between September 3 and September 5, and several companies are embracing the idea of having physical events once again. We already have a confirmation that Realme will attend, and today we received an invite that Honor is also having a press conference which will be on September 4. The theme of the presentation will be “Expand Your Smart Life”, where Honor will introduce a wide portfolio of products, including smart bands, personal computers, and tablets, while the image also contains a phone. Other...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_to_attend_ifa_global_press_conference_scheduled_for_september_4-news-44630.php

Samsung Galaxy Note20 duo, Z Fold2, the Watch3 and Buds Live detailed in promo videos

Samsung’s mobile ecosystem took a large step forward yesterday. The company unveiled the Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra, which merge productivity, entertainment and photography while also upgrading the trademark feature of the series, the S Pen. The playlist below starts with a gentle introduction of the Note20 Ultra and moves on to show how the phone balances its new objectives. Microsoft was deeply involved with both work and play. The third video focuses on how the Notes interact with the two new wearables – the Galaxy Buds Live and Galaxy Watch3. More on the wearables themselves...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note20_duo_z_fold2_the_watch3_and_buds_live_detailed_in_promo_videos-news-44633.php

OnePlus shows Always On Display designs in teaser videos

CEO Pete Lau posted a video that gives the backstory of the design for the new Always On Display functionality that is coming to OxygenOS 11. OnePlus partnered with the Parsons School of Design to come up with a selection of looks and elements that will adorn the display while the phone sleeps. The featured design is called “Time”, but it’s really a timeline. As the day rolls on, the clock will move across the line, leaving markings every time you used the phone. In the evening, you’ll see an account of how often and when you used your phone. Oxygen OS 11 interface will be revamped...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_shows_always_on_display_designs_in_teaser_videos-news-44631.php

Oppo Reno4 Pro gets camera improvements in second software update

The global version of the Oppo Reno4 Pro that went on sale yesterday is receiving its second software update. The first update (CPH2109_11_A.13) was rolled out before its July 31 unveiling with July 5, 2020 Android security patch. Now the second update released by Oppo bumps up the security patch level on the smartphone to August 5, 2020. Additionally, the new update, that sports build number CPH2109_11_A.15, comes with improved camera effects and system stability as well as optimized network and phone call performance. Oppo Reno4 Pro software update The new firmware is only...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno4_pro_global_august_2020_update-news-44628.php

Commemorative Redmi K30 to officially arrive on August 11

Xiaomi got a phone approved by TENAA last week, and we suspect it is the Redmi K30 Ultra. Later the company confirmed a new device is scheduled to arrive this month, celebrating its first decade in the world of smartphones. The new Redmi K30 was initially expected on August 14, but today Xiaomi revealed the launch will be on Tuesday, August 11. The machine-translated name of the phone is K30 Extreme Commemorative Edition, but it will likely go with the much simpler Ultra when/if it escapes China. The big difference from the Redmi K30 Pro and Redmi K30 Pro Zoom appears to be the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/commemorative_redmi_k30_to_officially_arrive_on_august_11-news-44629.php

Our Oppo Reno4 Pro video review is out

The Oppo Reno4 Pro announced for the global markets last week went on sale in India yesterday. The international version is different from its Chinese counterpart - it comes with a less powerful chipset, no 5G connectivity, downgraded cameras, and plastic build. However, it also comes with an aggressive price and it ends up a properly competitive package. Oppo Reno4 Pro global variant The Snapdragon 720G SoC performs well in daily usage, and the cameras have a decent image and video quality overall. The plastic build makes the global Reno4 Pro one of the lightest smartphones we...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno4_pro_video_review-news-44626.php

New phone called Realme C12 with a 6,000 mAh battery gets multiple certifications

Realme C11 and Realme C15 are the latest affordable devices by the young smartphone brand, and now there will be a third addition to the C lineup, called Realme C12. It appeared on multiple certifications along with the model number RMX2189, revealing Realme is planning to make it widely available and not limited to a single market. Realme RMX2189 certifications The Realme C12 is certified in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and China - all four of them being major markets for the company. Some of the listings also revealed a 6,000 mAh battery, although it will support charging...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_phone_called_realme_c12_with_a_6000_mah_battery_gets_multiple_certifications-news-44627.php

AnTuTu releases Top 10 list of Android performers for July

Although most of all high-end Android smartphones are powered by the Snapdragon 865, some are faster than others in terms of raw performance scores. Although scores aren’t everything, here we are reporting AnTuTu list of the top 10 performing Android smartphones for the month of July. The list consists of the highest-scoring devices tested on AnTuTu benchmarking app between July 1-31 and the scores listed are averages of all the scores given on AnTuTu version 8. If the phone has multiple variants, it takes the variant with the highest scores. Every smartphone in this list runs...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/antutu_releases_top_10_list_of_android_performers_for_july-news-44625.php

Galaxy Note20 is getting a gaming bundle and a special Xbox Game Pass app

As rumored before, Samsung and Microsoft have been working on some special Xbox-related features for Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra buyers. There's a special gaming bundle on the way, which includes three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PowerA's MOGA XP5-X Plus, a controller made with xCloud in mind (which is Microsoft's game streaming service). The Note20 owners will also have a special Xbox Game Pass app in the Galaxy Store, allowing Xbox players to redeem tokens and make in-app purchases like buying skins or DLC items in the Xbox Store. The Xbox Game Pass app in the Google...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_note20_is_getting_a_gaming_bundle_and_a_special_xbox_game_pass_app-news-44624.php

Google Pixel 4a in for review

The Pixel 4a comes soon before Google will announce the Pixel 5, and a 5G variant of the Pixel 4a. We don't know the pricing of those two phones yet, but we know that they will cost more than the Pixel 4a, which starts at $350 and offers a bunch of storage, ample RAM, and solid Google Pixel-fied software with updates directly from Google. The Pixel 4a is not drastically different from the 3a released over a year ago. The 4a gets updated silicon, more screen space, and a slight bump in battery capacity. With the Pixel 4a, Google is no longer including Active Edge hardware in the frame -...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_4a_in_for_review-news-44623.php

Samsung Unpacked coverage wrap-up

Samsung used to unveil new Galaxy Note models at IFA, but in recent years it moved that unveiling to its own Unpacked event. That event has since grown with no less than 7 new devices debuting at it this year. You can (re)watch the livestream from the event or just jump to the good stuff. Below we’ve included various useful links covering the new devices, so you can use this page as a jumping off point. To summarize quickly, the Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra build on the camera advancements of the S20 phones with new S Pen features. Battery life should be better than the Note10...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_unpacked_coverage_wrapup-news-44617.php

Razer made a special heat dissipating case for the Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra

The Razer Arctech is a series of phone cases for the iPhone and Razer Phone 2. The company has now launched two new models for the Galaxy Note20 and the Galaxy Note20 Ultra. Similar to other Arctech cases, the Razer Arctech Pro for the Note20 series features Razer's trademarked Thermaphene cooling technology, which consists of a thermally conductive layer sandwiched between the inner lining and the perforated exterior. The heat is then dissipated through the perforations on the back. Razer Arctech Pro for Note20 Ultra Additionally, Razer claims the case is drop...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/razer_made_a_special_heat_absorbing_case_for_the_galaxy_note20_and_note20_ultra-news-44621.php

Apple iPhone 12 to have wireless charging with magnetic attachment

The last few generations of iPhones have been supporting wireless charging, but the 2020 iPhone 12 lineup might enhance the experience.. Cupertino is planning to introduce the first phone with magnetic positioning - very strong magnets will move the phone automatically to the optimal position on the charging pad. This is how the iPhone 12 magnets will be positioned According to some leaked molds and coils, the first generation with magnetic positioning will be the iPhone 12 family, expected to arrive next month. The magnetic molds appeared on Weibo, where they were shot...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_12_to_have_wireless_charging_with_magnetic_positioning-news-44619.php

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live hands-on review

After months of speculation that the Galaxy Buds+ will be Samsung's first entry into the world of truly wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation, it became clear that Samsung is working on a completely different product to fill that spot. Meet the Galaxy Buds Live - truly wireless earbuds with an innovative design and ANC. Unboxing, design They come in a simple retail box with a single USB-A to USB-C charging cable, silicone wingtips and the case with the buds themselves. The charging case itself is very small - smaller even than the AirPods 2 case. It still holds...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_buds_live_handson_review-news-44505.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 introduced: larger displays inside and out

Samsung didn’t fully unveil the Galaxy Z Fold2 but it did lift the cover a little bit so we can have a peek. Really, it focused on the two displays and even then it held back some details. Larger 7.6" screen inside • 6.2" screen outside The internal screen has grown to 7.6”, up from 7.3” on the original. Also, the display now incorporates Ultra Thing Glass (UTG) for improved image quality. The external screen is much larger too – at 6.2” it covers the entire “front” when the Fold2 is folded. The aspect ratio is taller than most phones out there, but you can successfully use the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold2_specs_teased_larger_displays_inside_and_out-news-44620.php

These infographics are the fastest way to get to know the Galaxy Tab S7, Watch3 and Buds Live

Samsung unveiled several new devices today, it’s a lot to take in. The quickest way to get acquainted with the new tablets, the watch and the TWS buds is to have a look at the infographics below. You can flip between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+ – did you spot the difference? The S7+ gets the upgraded S Pen with decreased latency, just like the Note20 Ultra. The non-plus tablet will miss out on this upgrade. That is even though both tablets have 120 Hz screens. The S7+ has a larger AMOLED (12.4”) while the S7 has an LCD (11”), though that’s for market segmentation rather...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/these_infographics_are_the_fastest_way_to_get_to_know_the_galaxy_tab_s7_watch3_and_buds_live-news-44616.php

Samsung Galaxy Watch3 come with more features, LTE variants in both sizes

The stream of Samsung announcement continues - after the two Galaxy Note20 phones and two Galaxy Tab S7 tablets, there is also a new smartwatch - the Galaxy Watch3. It comes with the ability to measure the blood oxygen levels (SpO2) and will also provide blood pressure and ECG readings. The smartwatch comes in two sizes - 45mm and 41mm, with respective screen diagonals of 1.4” and 1.2”. The panel is Super AMOLED with a resolution of 360 x 360 pixels and has Gorilla Glass DX on top for protection. The bezel will be able to rotate and used for some navigation in the OS. On the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch3_come_with_more_features_lte_variants_in_both_sizes-news-44618.php