Nokia 3.4 renders and specs leak

HMD Global’s participation in IFA 2020 is already quite certain, along with info that the company will be unveiling a slew of new budget to mid-range devices at the show. The Nokia 3.4, codenamed “Doctor Strange”, will likely be among these, alongside the Nokia 2.4, known as “Wolverine”. Having stopped by GeekBench already, the Nokia 3.4 is clearly out there, in industry-insider circles. That’s how today’s leak came into existence, with a tipster claiming to have the unit or, at least, actual pictures of it, which can not be released. Enter what is essentially a “fan made” render of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_34_renders_and_specs_leak-news-44991.php

Realme 7 also spotted in live unboxing shots, complete with basic specs

Realme really isn’t making it easy to follow its upcoming announcements. Thus far, we know for a fact that a September 1 event will be held in China, to unveil the Realme X7, Realme X7 Pro and likely a third “Special Version”, expected to depute the Snapdragon 860 chipset. Following that, an India event, set for September 3, is expected to launch the Realme 7 and Realme 7 Pro. Two devices, that were originally thought to be simple re-brands on the X7 series, but are increasingly shaping-up as their own thing. Realme 7 hands-on In a new set of shots, taken from a now...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_7_also_spotted_in_live_unboxing_shots_complete_with_basic_specs-news-44994.php

Live Realme X7 Pro box shots surface, price and specs in toll

Realme is expected to drop its new X7 family of phones on September 1. Leaks and rumors have been flying all over the place, but as far as we currently know, there are a total of three handsets to expect. A vanilla Realme X7, allegedly sporting a big bold “DARE TO LEAP” text on the back, a Realme X7 Pro and potentially a third “Special Version”, expected to depute the Snapdragon 860 chipset. Realme X7 Pro retail box and price The middle-child “Pro” variant has definitely been the most widely-leaked of the three and this new development is no exception. We now have a few...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/live_realme_x7_pro_box_shots_surface_price_and_specs_in_toll-news-44993.php

Asus might be working on four budget smartphones

After Asus CEO Jerry Shen resigned back at the end of 2018, the company started to slightly shift focus away from the budget smartphone segment, focusing squarely on flagships and the gaming ROG lineup. While cheaper models, like the ZenFone Live (L2), have been trickling-out onto the market, until as late as April last year, these don’t come anywhere near the popularity of the company’s last budget hit – The ZenFone Max Pro (M2). According to a new leak, things might change soon, as Asus is currently working on four devices, with chipsets codenamed “Lito”, “Lagoon”, “Bengal”, and “Scuba”....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_might_be_working_on_four_budget_smartphones-news-44990.php

Alleged pricing for Galaxy S20 FE 5G in Canada leaks

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE leaked in a 360-degree video last week. The Galaxy S20 FE isn’t exactly a rebranded S20, it’s meant to be a successor to the Galaxy S10 Lite. It was previously reported that the Galaxy S20 FE would arrive in six different color options and in both 4G and 5G variants. The latest report from DealNTech shows leaked pricing for the S20 FE 5G in Canadian Dollars. A database revealed a price of CAD 1,148.65 for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE. This converts to roughly USD 876 but we might see an even lower price, should this device make it to the US market. The listed...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/alleged_pricing_for_galaxy_s20_fe_5g_in_canada_leaks-news-44988.php

AT&T Moto Razr 2020 diagram leaks

The 2020 Moto Razr is coming and the latest leak comes from none other than @evleaks. We’ve already seen the Moto Razr 2020 leak a few times and the latest leak doesn’t reveal any new information. A labeled diagram of the phone has surfaced, likely from the AT&T branded phone’s user manual. The power key is shown on the upper left side of the phone with the volume buttons on the upper right side. The fingerprint sensor remains roughly in the same place – though this time the Moto batwing logo will be the scanner. The first images of the 2020 Razr came in late July when we saw...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/at_t_moto_razr_2020_diagram_leaks-news-44989.php

LG's crazy Wing dual rotating screen smartphone to cost around $1,000, new video out

A couple of days ago a leaked hands-on video showed the upcoming LG Wing in action for a few seconds, with its weird T shape and rotating form factor. Today, a new video is out, this time showing us what gaming will be like on this unique device. The Wing has a main screen that rotates into landscape mode to reveal a smaller secondary panel under it and create that T shape. The main display is rumored to be 6.8", while the smaller one is around 4". According to an unnamed source, the Wing will be priced at around $1,000 when it launches in the US this fall. Verizon may be one of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lgs_crazy_wing_dual_rotating_screen_smartphone_to_cost_around_1000_new_video_out-news-44987.php

Cheaper Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Lite is headed to India

Samsung has long been rumored to expand its foldable smartphone line even more, with a more affordable device to complement the Z Fold2 in a similar form factor. We'll call this Galaxy Z Fold Lite for now, although that name is just an assumption on our part. This phone has so far been rumored to sport the model number SM-F415F, which makes sense because in Samsung's naming scheme, the first "F" stands for "foldable", while the low number implies this will be lower-end (and lower priced) than the original Galaxy Fold and the Galaxy Z Fold 2. This model number has now been spotted among...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/cheaper_samsung_galaxy_z_fold_lite_is_headed_to_india-news-44986.php

New Huawei Mate 30 Pro variant passes by TENAA

The Huawei Mate 30 Pro has been around for nearly a year now but it seems we’re in for a refreshed version. A new listing on Chinese regulatory body TENAA reveals the alleged Mate 30 Pro “New Variant” bearing the LIO-AN00m model number. The phone event boasts the same dimensions as the Mate 30 Pro, coming in at 158.1 x 73.1 x 8.8 mm. There’s a 6.53-inch OLED display with FHD+ resolution just like on the normal Mate 30 Pro as well as the Kirin 990 chipset alongside 6/8/12 GB RAM and 128/256/512GB storage. Huawei Mate 30 Pro "New Edition" Then we get to the cameras where the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_huawei_mate_30_pro_variant_passes_by_tenaa-news-44981.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020) surfaces on Dutch retailer, will cost €235

Android tablets rarely draw huge crowds, but you might find a use for well-priced and capable slate. If that is the case, you may be interested in the new Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020). It’s not official yet, but Dutch retailer CentralPoint jumped the gun and published the product page, complete with specs and prices. The base model starts at €235. This gets you 32 GB of built in storage and Wi-Fi only connectivity. If you want 64 GB storage, add €35, the premium for LTE connectivity is just under €60. This means that the fully-loaded version costs €323. The tablet has a 10.4” LCD...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a7_104_2020_surfaces_on_dutch_retailer_will_cost_235-news-44978.php

The Asus Zenfone 7 and 7 Pro feature Nokia OZO Audio processing

The new Asus Zenfone 7 and 7 Pro have three microphones to capture sound and advanced features in the camera app – but this isn’t just any audio, it’s Nokia’s OZO Audio. The simplest use case is to turn on the Wind Filter, which suppresses wind noise thus clearing up the audio. Mic Focus allows the microphones to follow the camera’s zoom and home in on a particular sound source. Zenfone 7 audio features powered by Nokia OZO: Wind Filter and Mic Focus You can also use Acoustic Focus if you want to control the directionality of the microphones separately from the zoom (this is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_asus_zenfone_7_and_7_pro_feature_nokia_ozo_audio_processing-news-44984.php

Sony Xperia 5 II leaked promo video reveals the device in full

Just a day after the massive Sony Xperia 5 II leak yesterday, Android Headlines managed to snatch a promo video of the upcoming device and it looks quite legitimate. The promo video shows the Xperia 5 II from all angles solidifying the renders we've already seen. And, of course, it looks more like its predecessor than the Xperia 1 II due to the rounded edges. We can once again see the mysterious button positioned right next to the power button and the volume rocker and the return of the 3.5mm audio jack.

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_5_ii_leaked_promo_video_reveals_the_device_in_full-news-44985.php

64 MP camera on the Poco X3 officially confirmed, a full battery charge will take 65 min

Poco’s Product Marketing Manager and Global Spokesperson is doling out details for the Poco X3. The phone will indeed have a 64 MP camera, the manager confirmed, and shared the first camera sample from the phone. First official Poco X3 camera sample (down-scaled) Unfortunately, it’s downscaled – the phone should be taking 16 MP photos with pixel binning. You can also catch a glimpse of the camera UI below. It’s similar but not identical to what we saw on the F2 Pro, for example. Poco X3 taking a photo That wasn’t the only teaser for today, Poco X3’s battery can be charged...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/64_mp_camera_on_the_poco_x3_officially_confirmed_a_full_battery_charge_will_take_65_min-news-44980.php

Apple settles over Powerbeats 2 design defect, will pay $9.75 million

Apple just agreed to settle the dispute over a design flaw plaguing the Powerbeats 2 headphones outside of court. The company didn't admit that there was indeed an issue with the 2014 Powerbeats 2 but it said it's easier and cheaper to settle without having to go to court. As a result, Apple has agreed to pay out $9.75 million. Apple marketed the headphones as sweat and water-resistant and built to "endure". Customers claim that this isn't exactly the case and the buds would stop holding a charge after "minimal use". So if you bought a pair of Powerbeats 2 before August 7 and you...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_settles_over_powerbeats_2_design_defect_will_pay_975_million-news-44979.php

Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra in for review

This is how tech companies flex in front of their peers – the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra is outstanding in several categories, it feels designed to impress. Unfortunately, this commemorative edition phone (which celebrates Xiaomi turning 10 years old) will not be available outside of China, meaning that for most of the world it’s something to gawk at but never touch. We did receive a review unit, so (if you don’t mind) we'll now tell you what you’re missing out on. We’ll start with the charging as this is the first 100+ Watt phone that we’ve handled – indeed, it is the first on the market (beating...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_10_ultra_in_for_review-news-44974.php

Samsung announces record-breaking Galaxy Note20 pre-orders in the UK

The Samsung Galaxy Note20 duo is now on open sale and it's time for some numbers. The Korean tech giant's UK arm has summed up the pre-order campaign and the numbers look great. Compared to the Galaxy Note10, the Note20 lineup sold 49% more units during the pre-order phase with the hero Mystic Bronze color accounting for about 46% of those. However, Samsung doesn't say how these sales are distributed between the Note20 and the Note20 Ultra 5G. Numbers from China indicated that the more premium offering is outselling the vanilla model 10:1, although those were based on a very small...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_announces_recordbreaking_galaxy_note20_preorders_in_the_uk-news-44977.php

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 receives MIUI 12 Global Stable ROM

The global units of the almost-two-year-old Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 has started receiving the final version of the MIUI 12 software. The software version is V12.0.1.0.QEEMIXM and brings a lot of novelties, as the detailed changelog below shows. For instance, there are two new swipe down gestures. Swiping from the upper-right corner of the screen will open up the so-called Control center and swipe down from the left corner to open up the Notification shade. Screenshot of the changelog The list also mentions something about brightness and color improvements for wallpapers in Dark...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_mix_3_receives_miui_12_global_stable_rom-news-44975.php

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and S20 FE 5G mentioned on Samsung.com

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE will receive four months of YouTube Premium – but that’s not the important part, the interesting bit is that this info comes from the official Samsung.com site. Better yet, it mentions both the Galaxy S20 FE and Galaxy S20 FE 5G. This means that there will be an LTE version in some markets – it’s not clear if it will overlap with the markets that get the 5G model, but if it does, the 4G version will cost less. Also note that Samsung officially calls this phone the “FE” rather than “Fan Edition” (even though that’s what the letters stand for). Anyway,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s20_fe_and_s20_fe_5g_mentioned_on_samsungcom-news-44976.php

Here’s how ZTE Axon 20 5G's under-display camera works

ZTE is going to launch the Axon 20 5G on September 1 as the first commercially available smartphone with an under-display selfie camera. The company went on Weibo and explained how the device will manage to take photos with no glare or fogging despite having the OLED stretch over the lens. ZTE has implemented a special film with anti-reflective coating that maximizes the transparency of the screen without ruining the quality of the image. The screen of the Axon 20 5G consists of seven layers - the protective glass, a polarizer, touch panel, an encapsulation glass, the OLED panel,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/heres_how_zte_axon_20_5g_will_take_photos_with_its_underdisplay_camera-news-44972.php

Samsung Galaxy Buds+ latest update brings improved stability

Samsung's Galaxy Buds+ are well loved for their amazing audio quality and great feature set, but some adopters have experienced issues that the company is now addressing. Owners of the wearables have reported that there is a software update, hitting the Buds+, bringing “improved system stability and reliability”. Screenshots of the incoming update for the Samsung Galaxy Buds+ The update’s firmware version is R175XXU0ATH7 and is just 1.38 MB in size. The changelog doesn't say what has been done in particular. A quick test of our unit reveals the minor connectivity issues that...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_buds_latest_update_brings_improved_stability-news-44953.php

nubia Red Magic 5S review

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OnePlus working on an entry-level phone powered by the Snapdragon 460

When OnePlus unveiled its Nord it left plenty of fans disappointed with its limited international availability. One big market to lose out was the US though we did get a promise that there will be more affordable OnePlus phones in the coming months. According to a new report from Android Central the next budget OnePlus device will bear the Clover code name and is expected to retail in the $200 range. More importantly, it will be available globally. OnePlus Nord The report specifies the phone’s key specs which include a 6.52-inch HD+ display, Snapdragon 460 SoC with 4GB RAM and 64GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_working_on_an_entrylevel_phone_powered_by_the_snapdragon_460-news-44973.php

Realme CEO tests Realme 7 gaming capabilities in new teaser

Realme 7 and Realme 7 Pro are arriving on September 3 and at least one of the phones will pioneer a new chipset. Madhav Sheth, CEO of Realme India and Europe, posted on his Twitter page a confirmation the all-new handset will be launched in India, and he is using it in a short 10-second video. I am happy to bring another World’s First Processor & yes, we are launching it first in India with the #realme7series. We will continue to introduce #TechTrendsetter products to mid-range too and raise the bar for a smoother experience. Watch the launch at 12:30PM, 3rd Sep....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_ceo_demoes_gaming_capabilities_of_a_realme_7-news-44971.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 goes on pre-order, Thom Browne edition in tow

Samsung is all set to officially announce its Galaxy Z Fold2 on September 1 this time with its full specs and pricing. Ahead of next week’s event, Samsung UK has listed the Z Fold2 in Mystic Bronze and Black colors with a retail price of £1,799 and September 17 shipping date. Open sales are expected to start a day later on September 18. Galaxy Z Fold 2 will cost £1,799.00 in the UK. Samsung's pre-order page is already live. Confirms September 17th shipping date and September 18th release. https://t.co/HpkErtigWJ— Max Weinbach (@MaxWinebach) August 27, 2020 A quick comparison reveals...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold2_listed_for_preorder_thom_browne_edition_as_well_-news-44970.php

Xiaomi demoes its third-generation solution for under-display front camera

Selfie cameras have always been the biggest hurdle in the pursuit of the all-screen-front of smartphones. Bezels got thinner and thinner until they transformed into notches that eventually evolved into punch holes. The logical next step is an under-display front-facing snapper and ZTE is expected to introduce a working smartphone with the technology next Tuesday, September 1. This is a huge motivator for other companies, and Xiaomi has revealed it is also joining the race. A company VP shared on his Weibo profile that their third-generation solution is finally ready for mass production, as...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_demoes_its_thirdgeneration_solution_for_underdisplay_front_camera-news-44969.php

Oppo patents slider phone with extendable display

According to the latest smartphone patent from Oppo, a new smartphone design has come about. This design is reminiscent of the classic slider phone: a mobile device with a display that can be slip up along a track to reveal either a larger display or a set of buttons underneath. The latest patent marries the slider to a modern touchscreen smartphone. Rather than a smartphone that folds closed like the Galaxy Z Flip, the Oppo patent (filed back on February 27 2020) shows a smartphone with a square-size display. Upon pulling the display up, the screen gets longer and taller into an “open”...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_patents_slider_phone_with_extendable_display-news-44968.php

T-Mobile announces new Revvl 5G for $400 along with Revvl 4 and 4+

T-Mobile is announcing its latest lineup of its self-branded smartphones. Three T-Mobile Revvl smartphones are arriving next week including the Revvl 4, the Revvl 4+, and the Revvl 5G. The latter is the most expensive one at $400, and is powered by the Snapdragon 765. The other two are powered by the Snapdragon 665 and the MediaTek Helio A22, respectively. T-Mobile Revvl 5G specs: Dimensions: 6.51" X 3" X 0.37" Camera: 48MP + 8MP (ultra wide) + 5MP (macro) Front facing camera: 16MP Battery: 4,500 mAh Software: Android 10 Display: 6.53-inch FHD+ LCD with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tmobile_announces_new_revvl_5g_for_400_along_with_revvl_4_and_4-news-44967.php

Certification mentioning a OnePlus smartwatch surfaces

Rumors of OnePlus working on a smartwatch aren’t very recent. In fact, OnePlus founder Carl Pei tweeted in June 2016 (over four years ago) sketches of a OnePlus smartwatch that never came into fruition. This watch was intended to be released between the launches of the OnePlus 2 and OnePlus 3. That watch would have features a round form factor with interchangeable bands and bezels. What could have been but never will be. Sketches circa 2015. #throwback pic.twitter.com/5zKuSdDiv0— Carl Pei (@getpeid) June 29, 2016 New evidence of OnePlus’ development for a new smartwatch surfaces...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/certification_mentioning_oneplus_watch_surfaces-news-44966.php

Sony Xperia 5 II specs leak alongside more renders

Sony is expected to announce the Xperia 5 II at an online event on September 17. This will obviously be the successor to the Xperia 5 from last year, and it looks like Sony isn't ready to give up on its insane naming scheme just yet. Recently we saw the first leaked render showing the Xperia 5 II, and today more of these have been outed, alongside a substantial list of its specs. The phone is said to sport a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display with 21:9 aspect ratio, 120 Hz refresh rate, and 240 Hz touch sampling rate. At the helm we find the Snapdragon 865 chipset (the vanilla, non-Plus...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_5_ii_specs_leak_alongside_more_renders-news-44965.php

Redmi 9A tipped to come to India soon rebadged to Redmi 9i

Redmi brought over the Redmi 9C to India as the Redmi 9 earlier today. Before that, we saw the Redmi 9 Prime debut - that one was based on the global Redmi 9. This leaves the Redmi 9A as the only Redmi 9 variant yet to grace India and according to a new tip from Ishan Agarwal, we’ll see it as the Redmi 9i. Redmi 9A Yes, that’s Xiaomi’s increasingly convoluted naming scheme in play but it makes sense given the previous rebadged Redmi 9 models. There’s still no exact word on the launch date and pricing of the device but according to the Redmi 9i might come with a slightly higher price...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_9i_tipped_to_launch_in_india_soon_as_rebadged_redmi_9a-news-44956.php

Future AirPods might drop the force detection sensors for touch sensors

According to a series of filed patents, Apple's future AirPods could come with simple touch sensors instead of force detection for control. The documents reason that this would provide an improved control with a wider variety of gestures. For example, the touch sensors will be able to recognize gestures like swipes for volume control. No more squeezing or strong taps to control your music or answering calls. The simple touch sensors work in a totally different way. The touch sensor will cover the better part of the exterior of the AirPod and it looks for "change in capacitance." ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/future_airpods_might_swap_the_force_detection_sensors_for_simple_touch_sensors-news-44962.php

Huawei Enjoy 20 Plus full specs and live images surface

Yesterday we saw the Huawei Enjoy 20 and Enjoy 20 Plus in the flesh and learned about their key specs. Today a new set of live images of the duo have surfaced, which show the smartphones in new colors. Huawei Enjoy 20 Plus Two of the leaked images also reveal the full specs of the Enjoy 20 Plus, which include a 6.63" FullHD+ notchless LCD, which from yesterday's leak we know has a refresh rate of 90Hz. The smartphone is powered by MediaTek's MT6853 SoC and will have two RAM options - 6GB and 8GB. The Enjoy 20 Plus will run Android 10-based EMUI 10.1 and have 128GB of storage...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_enjoy_20_enjoy_20_plus_full_specs_images-news-44951.php

Poco exec teases four possible designs for the Poco X3

The Product Marketing Manager and Global Spokesperson for the Poco brand has seen the recent Poco X3 leaks and decided to get in the game. He posted four possible designs for the upcoming phone asking his followers on Twitter to guess which one is the real deal. Four possible designs for the Poco X3 The broad strokes of the design are known – we saw the back panel in FCC documentation. However, the camera layout was left blank. All four designs posted posted by the Poco exec show a quad camera setup, but there are two things to note here. First, none of them seems to have...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_exec_teases_four_possible_designs_for_the_poco_x3-news-44954.php

Samsung releases a Galaxy M51 teaser

Samsung India just shared a teaser of its upcoming midranger, the Galaxy M51. The short clip shows the phone as a monster and we are guessing that refers to its battery that previous rumors said will have 7,000 mAh capacity. If you can guess why the all-new #SamsungM51 is the most unpredictable, power-packed #MeanestMonsterEver, you can stand a chance to win one for yourself. A mean reward for one mean monster lover out there. pic.twitter.com/o2YAzwJL6U— Samsung India (@SamsungIndia) August 27, 2020 A Google console listing from earlier today gave us a good idea about the key specs. ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_india_teases_the_galaxy_m51-news-44952.php

Infinix Zero 8 announced with 90Hz display, Helio G90T chipset

Shenzhen-based smartphone maker Infininx announced the latest member of its lineup with the Zero 8 in Indonesia. It brings a few first for the brand with a 90Hz refresh rate display, a unique rhombus-shaped quad camera with a 64M primary shooter and MediaTek Helio G90T chipset. Upfront we have a 6.85-inch IPS LCD with a pill-shaped cutout for the dual 48MP and 8MP selfie cameras. The 90Hz refresh rate is accompanied by 180Hz touch sampling. The back features the aforementioned 64MP Sony IMX 686 main sensor with 4K video recording and EIS alongside an 8MP ultrawide snapper and two...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/infinix_zero_8_announced_with_90hz_display_helio_g90t_chipset_-news-44959.php

Apple's share in the TWS buds market shrinks despite increasing sales

A Counterpoint Research report shows that Apple has lost some market share in the truly wireless earphones market while its AirPods sales are actually going up. From nearly half of all the sales of TWS buds in 2019, Apple's share has dropped down to 35% in 2020. However, the raw numbers still show healthy growth - 61 million sales in 2019 to a forecasted 82 million sales in 2020. The reason for the decreasing share is mostly Chinese brands offering the same, if not better features and sound quality at considerably lower prices. Samsung is gaining traction as well - now standing at 6%...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apples_share_in_the_tws_buds_market_shrinks_airpods_sales_go_up-news-44964.php

Fairphone 3+ hands-on review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/fairphone_3_plus-review-2155.php

Samsung schedules Galaxy Z Fold2 Unpacked event for September 1

Samsung’s August 5 Galaxy Unpacked event wasn’t enough for the Korean tech giant to share all details on its new Galaxy devices so it decided to throw a Part 2 on September 1 at 2 PM UTC. As the accompanying poster shows the event will be centered around the Galaxy Z Fold2 which was introduced at the previous Unpacked event though not with all its details. Since then we’ve seen plenty of leaks including a full-blown review video which gave us a good look at the hardware and software of the new Fold. The last remaining question mark is pricing. Source

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Amazon unveils Halo band and service can 3D scan your body, listen to the tone of your voice

Amazon is entering the wearable market with its health-tracking Halo band. Note that the focus here is on health rather than exercise. Also, this isn’t really a smart band, it’s more of a wrist-worn collection of sensors. Specifically, there’s an accelerometer, a temperature sensor, a heart rate monitor and two microphones. There’s no display here, in fact the fabric and silicone bands also cover the front of the device. You won’t get notifications on your Halo band and you can’t use the mics to ask Alexa a question. Actually, this band is very much disconnected from other Amazon...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/amazon_unveils_halo_band_and_service_which_can_3d_scan_your_body_listen_to_the_tone_of_your_voice-news-44963.php

Madhav Sheth appointed CEO of Realme Europe

Madhav Sheth has been known in the smartphone world as a Vice President at Realme and the CEO of Realme India. The brand is doubling down on its push in Europe and now Sheth has also been appointed CEO of Realme Europe. With the change, Realme hopes to become one of Top 5 smartphone brands in Europe. Madhav Sheth, CEO of Realme India & Europe Starting with the countries of Spain, France, Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic, Realme is aiming to introduce “cutting-edge technology, innovative products, and superior servicing”, per the official press release. European consumers can...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/madhav_sheth_is_now_ceo_of_realme_europe_as_well-news-44955.php

Huawei Mate 40 and 40 Pro cases show a round camera bump, vanilla model has a 3.5 mm jack

Basic transparent cases that allegedly belong to the Huawei Mate 40 and Mate 40 Pro have surfaced, courtesy of leakster Digital Chat Station. They have a circular opening for the camera bump on the back, rather than square. There’s no extra hole for the LED flash, which suggests that it has been incorporated into the circle. Which makes sense as the circular hump is now larger than on the Mate 30 series. Now let’s have a closer look at the differences between the Pro and the vanilla model. Huawei Mate 40 Pro case: note the volume rocker and the extra grille The Huawei Mate 40...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_40_and_40_pro_cases_show_a_round_camera_bump_the_vanilla_model_has_a_35_mm_jack-news-44948.php

Apple iPad Air manual leaks to reveal side-mounted Touch ID

A leaked user manual for the upcoming iPad Air reveals a couple of features and bits about the design. The manual itself is in Spanish and comes from the Eurasian Economic Commission as part of the registration process. Shots of the user manual Judging by some of the images from the user manual, we can say that the new iPad Air will feel and look a lot like the 11-inch iPad Pro from 2018 with super-thin bezels but instead of Face ID, the device will adopt Touch ID. The fingerprint reader is said to be integrated into the power button on the right side, making this the first...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_air_manual_leaks_reveals_sidemounted_touch_id_and_ipad_prolike_looks-news-44950.php

Sony Xperia 5 II official announcement set for September 17

Sony scheduled a “new product announcement” for September 17 and the #SonyXperia hashtag leaves little doubt that there’s a new phone on the way. The company wouldn’t be making so much noise unless it was about to launch the Sony Xperia 5 II, right? We saw the first renders of the phone yesterday, showing a triple cam with ZEISS T* lenses as well as a classic top and bottom bezel design on the front. There isn’t much info on the hardware, however. It should be very close to the Xperia 1 II, save for some changes (e.g. the 3D ToF sensor seems to have gone missing). The screen size is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_will_announce_a_new_xperia_phone_on_september_17_the_xperia_5_ii_perhaps-news-44957.php

Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro hands-on photos leak, show huge 108 MP cam

A cache of images and info on the Xiaomi Mi 10T has leaked from a couple of sources. They all paint a picture of a supercharged flagship that will be available globally (unlike the Mi 10 Ultra). There are at least two models, Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro, and there could be more. Hands on photos with the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro show a massive lens for the 108 MP sensor. The layout is similar to the vivo X50 Pro, so this might feature an advanced stabilization system of some sort. Alleged Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro hands-on photos A config file shows that the Mi 10T Pro (code name Apollo Pro)...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_10t_pro_handson_photos_leak_show_huge_108_mp_cam_the_phone_is_set_to_go_global-news-44949.php

ZTE Axon 20 5G camera sample teased by company exec

ZTE’s next flagship, the Axon 20 5G, is coming on September 1. Before then, the company has already teased the phone’s under display selfie camera, some renders, and on Thursday, the company’s Head of Consumer Experiences and Strategy, Qianhao Lv, has shared a sample image shot with the new Axon phone. The image captured shows the sun setting over a lake with some clouds and reflections of buildings. Of course, the image was compressed once it was posted online, but we can still tell some of the aspects of this 64MP camera that show promising performance. Camera sample from ZTE...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_axon_20_5g_camera_sample_teased_by_company_exec-news-44945.php

TikTok CEO quits following backlash from US president

Former Disney executive Kevin Mayer was hired as a CEO of TikTok back in mid-May, and he is already stepping down. In a memo to employees, quoted by CNN Business, he details the reasoning behind the move less than four months after being appointed into the position. The message said that following the “sharp change” of the political environment, Mayer has done “significant reflection on what the corporate structural changes will require”, and in the end decided to leave the company. The TikTok app A TikTok spokesperson’s statement said the platform appreciates the political...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tiktok_ceo_quits_following_backlash_from_us_president-news-44944.php

Fairphone 3+ comes with improved cameras and NFC, same ethical commitment

In a tech world obsessed with short upgrade cycles and the race for the ultimate spec’d phone we tend to put aside some moral topics like e-waste, material sources and working conditions for the people who assemble the devices. Fairphone has positioned itself as the ethical smartphone choice and today it’s announcing its latest entry - the Fairphone 3+. In most aspects its similar to its predecessor though the big upgrade this time is in the camera department with a 48MP main shooter and 16MP selfie cam. Fairphone 3+ Existing Fairphone 3 users can also upgrade their phone’s...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/fairphone_3_comes_with_improved_cameras_and_nfc_in_same_ethical_package-news-44946.php

Indian Redmi 9 unveiled with two cameras, Helio G35

Xiaomi's increasingly confusing Redmi lineup got a new addition today as the company announced the Redmi 9 in India. It's not what global markets get as Redmi 9, since that one is known as Redmi 9 Prime in India. Instead, the newly unveiled Indian Redmi 9 is very similar to the Redmi 9C from earlier this summer, save for the downgraded main camera. The Redmi 9 for India has the same looks, including the squircle (square circle, as the Xiaomi rep, joyfully revealed) island with four holes. One is for the 13 MP main shooter, next to it is the 2 MP depth sensor, on the bottom row is the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_9_hits_india_it_is_the_redmi_9c_with_dual_cameras-news-44947.php

Samsung Galaxy M51 specs confirmed by Google Play Console listing

Samsung is preparing to launch a smartphone called Galaxy M51 and there are plenty of rumors going around but only a few leaks from trustworthy sources. Finally, we have something more substantial as the phone appeared on Google Play Console with some key specs. The new midranger will have a Snapdragon 730 chipset and there’s an accompanying image, confirming the selfie camera is going to be in a centrally-placed punch hole. Samsung Galaxy M51 on Google Play Console The Google Play Console listing of the Galaxy M51 also shows that the launch is fast approaching, as the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_m51_specs_confirmed_on_google_play_console-news-44942.php

It's official: Realme 7 and 7 Pro are coming on September 3

Realme is holding an event on September 1 in China for its new X7 series smartphones, and two days later, it will unveil the Realme 7 and Realme 7 Pro. Realme's Indian branch has announced that the launch event will begin at 12:30PM IST (7AM UTC) and will be streamed on the company's official YouTube channel as well as on Facebook and Twitter accounts. Realme is promoting the Realme 7 series with the tagline "Capture Sharper. Charge Faster", which is a reference to the second-gen 64MP camera and 65W SuperDart charging on the lineup. The Realme 7 and 7 Pro are both likely to pack...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_7_7_pro_launch_date-news-44943.php