Google Photos' Colour Pop editing feature put behind a paywall for photos without depth info

The Google Photos app is not just a photo management app, but also a photo editing app with some nice editing features. One of them is Colour Pop, which allows you to keep the subject in color and turn the background black and white. It is free to use with photos having depth information (such as Portrait Mode), but if you want to use it with photos lacking the depth information, you'll have to purchase the Google One subscription. Buying Google One subscription unlocks editing features on Google Photos It's unclear what other editing features Google will put behind the paywall in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_photos_colour_pop_premium_editing_feature-news-46183.php

Deal: Get the Apple Watch SE for $50 off from Target

The Apple Watch SE is $50 off at Target right now in the US, which brings down the 40mm variant's price to $230 and the 44mm model to $260. The deal ends on November 8, so you might want to be quick if you want the Watch SE at a discounted price. The Watch SE is a more affordable alternative to the Watch Series 6 and skips ECG and blood oxygen level monitoring present on it. But you do get heart rate monitoring, 50-meter water resistance, fall detection, and 1.78" retina display (sans the always-on feature). The Watch SE is powered by the dual-core S5 chip and runs watchOS 7 out...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_watch_se_40mm_44mm_us_price_discount-news-46184.php

Unknown Realme smartphone visits Geekbench with Snapdragon 460

An unknown Realme smartphone sporting model code RMX2194 has popped up on Geekbench with key specs. It runs Android 10, has 4GB RAM onboard, and is powered by a Qualcomm chipset. The motherboard section in the listing mentions "bengal", which is associated with the Snapdragon 460 SoC. Realme RMX2194 on Geekbench The benchmark database doesn't reveal any other information about the RMX2194. However, Realme currently has two smartphones powered by the Snapdragon 460 chipset - the C17 (RMX2101) and the C15 Qualcomm Edition (RMX2195). So the RMX2194 could be the next C-series...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_rmx2194_specs_geekbench-news-46182.php

Deal: Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones are currently down to $278

The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones with active noise cancelation were launched in August for $350 in the US, but you can buy them right now at a discounted price of $278 from Amazon.com or B&H Photo. They are also available on Target for $2 more. If you are interested in the WH-1000XM4, you might want to hurry up as the offer ends on November 8 on Target and B&H Photo. Amazon doesn't mention how long the noise-canceling headphones will be available at a discounted price. Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones come in two colors The WH-1000XM4 headphones succeed the WH-1000XM3 and come with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_wh_1000xm4_us_price_discount-news-46181.php

Xiaomi flagship with Snapdragon 875 passes through Geekbench

An unknown Xiaomi device with model designation M2012K11C has appeared on Geekbench. It runs Android 11, has 6GB RAM onboard, and is powered by a Qualcomm chip, which is likely the yet-to-be-announced Snapdragon 875 SoC. More so because the source code of the listing mentions Adreno 660 GPU, which is rumored to be a part of the Snapdragon 875 and isn't available on the current Snapdragon chips. JRGRAPH_EXPANDABLE_VERSION = false; The M2012K11C - which is said to be the Mi 11 - achieved a score of 1,105 and 3,512 in Geekbench 5's single and multi-core tests, respectively. Since...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_11_m2012k11c_specs_geekbench-news-46180.php

OnePlus Watch Cyberpunk 2077 Edition coming, wrist strap leaks

This week, OnePlus announced that the 8T was going to get a special edition to promote the new Cyberpunk 2077 video game set to be released before the end of the year, following several delays. A new report from leaker @DigitalChatStation brings us evidence that OnePlus is planning to launch a Cyberpunk 2077 Edition of the yet-to-be unveiled OnePlus Watch. The image shared via Chinese micro-blogging platform Weibo shows a black silicone wrist strap with yellow accents. The strap has both OnePlus and Cyberpunk branding, though we still don’t know what the Watch itself is going to look...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_watch_cyberpunk_2077_edition_coming_wrist_strap_leaks-news-46179.php

Deal: Motorola Edge drops to just $399.99 unlocked

Motorola made its comeback into the flagship smartphone space this year with the Edge+, but many may have forgotten that there's a companion device to that one - we're talking about the vanilla Edge. This upper-midrange device was launched alongside the Edge+, for a pretty penny. Its recommended retail price is $699.99, and while it was around $200 off for pre-orders, today's deal tops that. Amazon is now offering the Edge for just $399.99 unlocked, and this is the US model too, so you won't have to worry about missing bands or not getting a warranty or any such shenanigans. You're getting...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deal_motorola_edge_drops_to_just_39999_unlocked-news-46178.php

New Google app could help providers block phone functions if you miss installment payments

A strange app has surfaced on the Google Play Store, an app from Google called “Device Lock Controller”. The app was quietly released back in June and has around 10 downloads as of this reporting. Basically, the app is designed to let creditors, banks, carriers (whoever you owe money to) limit function on the device if you fall behind on payments. The app’s function is described on the Play Store as follows: Device Lock Controller enables device management for credit providers. Your provider can remotely restrict access to your device if you do not many payments. If your device is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_google_app_could_help_providers_block_phone_functions_if_you_miss_installment_payments-news-46177.php

Realme Narzo 20 hands-on review

Introduction It really wasn't that long ago that the Narzo 10 family saw the light of day and yet here we are testing the new Narzo 20 lineup. For better or worse, this kind of turnover is the norm in the modern highly-competitive budget Android realm. Realme knows too well that these are the kind of devices that are really going to move volume. Hence, the constant iterative updates to bring better value on a shoestring budget. The Narzo 20 is the middle-child in the Narzo 20 trio, unveiled on September 21. Both in name and features, it is clearly an iteration on the vanilla Narzo...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_narzo_20_handson_review-news-46130.php

Nokia C1 Plus specs leak ahead of imminent launch

Last year HMD unveiled the Nokia C1 – a budget Android Go phone with a compact 5.45-inch display. Today, we have a leak for its supposed successor – the C1 Plus. The phone was previously seen in an EEC listing bearing the TA-1312 model number. Nokia C1 in Red and Charcoal The C1 Plus will retain the 5.45-inch screen size from its predecessor with an HD+ resolution and 5MP selfie cam. The main cam should also come in at 5MP. We’re also expecting an octa-core CPU clocked at 1.4GHz alongside 1GB RAM and 16GB storage. The battery is said to come in at 2,500 mAh. The expected...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_c1_plus_specs_leak_ahead_of_imminent_launch-news-46175.php

PlayStation 5's expandable storage will not be enabled at launch

Both PlayStation 5 models feature a custom 825 GB SSD of which 667 GB are available for game installation. At first that will have to be enough as storage expansion will not be enabled at launch – instead this feature is “reserved for a future update”. The PS5 has a standard M.2 slot for SSDs, however only the latest PCIe 4.0 drives will be fast enough to match the console’s internal SSD (they need to hit 5.5 GB/s, which is faster than a PCIe 3.0 x4 bus can manage). And that’s not the only requirement either. Mark Cerny, the lead designer of the console, told The Verge that drives need...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/playstation_5s_expandable_storage_will_not_be_enabled_at_launch-news-46174.php

Google Pixel 4a passes durability test with flying colors

The last phone to go through the JerryRigEverything's durability test is the Google Pixel 4a. Google's mostly plastic phone did fine, despite losing chunks of its rear panel and sides to a razer. The screen scratches at the same level 6 on Mohs' scale of hardness as any other screen, Ceramic Shield and Victus alike, and the phone doesn't bend, despite being made of a weaker material than metal. And there's a moral victory in the test for Google as its phone survived a test that the OnePlus Nord, one of its main rivals, didn't.

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_4a_passes_durability_test_-news-46173.php

LG announces W11, W31 and W31+ for India

The latest budget offerings from LG for the Indian market are here. We have the successors to last year’s W10 and W30 with the W11 and W31 as well as the W31+ which is identical specs to the W30 but doubles the onboard storage to 128GB. The three share plenty of hardware similarities like 6.52-inch IPS LCDs, Helio P22 chipsets and 4,000 mAh batteries. The 6.52-inch LCD on all three phones packs HD+ resolution and waterdrop notch up top for the 8MP selfie cam. The back of the W11 houses a 13MP primary shooter alongside a 2MP depth sensor while the W31 and its plus counterpart also get a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lg_announces_w11_w31_and_w31_in_india-news-46172.php

nubia Z20 gets Android 11 beta

While some Android makers are already shipping their phones with Android 11, nubia is only now offering its first public beta. The company’s nubia Z20 is getting the latest Android has to offer. The new update bears version number V3.09 and weighs in at 3.2GB. It brings all the standard Android 11 features like improved permissions and notifications management alongside some nubia exclusive UI tweaks like picture in picture mode, app cloning and new avatars for the back panel. Game space has gotten a design refresh too. Weirdly enough the security patch is only on September 2020...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_z20_gets_android_11_beta-news-46169.php

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G, Note 9 Pro 5G appear on TENAA with full specs and photos

Earlier today we saw a leak, suggesting a vanilla Redmi Note 9 5G is incoming, as well as a Pro variant. Both phones have now popped up on TENAA with their specs, confirming the leak was correct. Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G The Xiaomi M2007J22C is the vanilla Redmi Note 9 5G and it comes with a CPU that goes up to 2.4GHz, matching the reported Dimensity 800U chipset. There are three RAM and three more storage options - 4/6/8 GB and 64/128/256 GB, opening the door for plenty of combinations to match every price range. On the outside we see a 6.53” LCD with 1080p resolution, while...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_9_5g_note_9_pro_5g_appear_on_tenaa_with_full_specs_and_photos-news-46167.php

Samsung Galaxy M21s arrives with an Exynos 9611, 64MP camera, and 6,000 mAh battery

Samsung introduced the Galaxy M21 back in March, and now the company has announced the Galaxy M21s with upgraded cameras. The Galaxy M21 came with a 20MP selfie camera, and a triple setup on the back consisted of 48MP primary, 8MP ultrawide and 5MP depth units. The M21s, on the other hand, features a 32MP selfie shooter, while the 48MP main camera is replaced with a 64MP unit. The M21s retains the rest of the specs of the M21, meaning you get an Exynos 9611 SoC, 6.4" FullHD+ Super AMOLED screen, 6,000 mAh battery with 15W charging, and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_m21s_specs_price-news-46168.php

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra to have an updated 108MP camera, laser autofocus

Samsung is rumored to launch the Galaxy S21 Ultra on January 14 and according to one leakster, the phone’s camera will be updated over the one of its predecessor. Just like the Galaxy S20 Ultra, we’ll have a 108MP sensor, but this time Samsung is skipping on the ToF camera. Galaxy S21 Ultra is a small improved version of S20 Ultra. Using HM3 sensor, single pixel is still 0.8um, 108MP, laser focus, no ToF.— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) November 6, 2020 The leakster, known on Twitter and Weibo as Ice Universe, said the while the sensor will keep the same amount of pixels, it will be...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s21_ultra_to_have_an_updated_108_mp_camera_with_laser_focus-news-46164.php

Ming-Chi Kuo: iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max will debut F/1.8 ultrawide lens with 6P and autofocus

While the iPhone 12 series announcement was less than a month ago, noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is now focusing his attention on the next generation of iPhones. In his latest note, he says the iPhone 13 series will once again come in 4 varieties. The Pro models in particular are in for a camera upgrade with an F/1.8 6P ultrawide lens with autofocus. This should translate to noticeable improvements in quality compared to the 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max which use F/2.4, 5P fixed focus ultrawide modules. There’s still no word what camera upgrades we'll see on the more affordable iPhone...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mingchi_kuo_iphone_13_pro_and_pro_max_will_debut_f_18_ultrawide_lens_with_6p_and_autofocus-news-46163.php

Huawei Y7a / P smart 2021 review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_y7a_p_smart_2021-review-2190.php

Apple iPhone 12 mini and iPro Max available for pre-order, HomePod mini tags along

Apple is opening the pre-orders for iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max. Just like three weeks ago with the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro, the online store will open simultaneously around the world at 1 PM UTC. That's 9PM in China, 6:30PM in India, 2PM for those in continental Europe and 1PM in the UK. Those most eager in the US have to get up at 8AM Eastern/5AM Pacific. The first wave includes over 35 countries and regions. Shipping is scheduled for next Friday, November 13, when the devices will also be available at physical stores - the few remaining open in this unusual...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_12_mini_and_iphone_12_pro_max_are_now_up_for_preorder_homepod_mini_joins_the_party-news-46160.php

iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2 out with new emoji, wallpapers and bug fixes

Apple has officially begun seeding its iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2 updates for compatible iPhones and iPads. The update aims to iron out bugs from the previous releases while also adding over 100 new emoji, 8 new wallpapers and support for Intercom on HomePod. New emoji in iOS and iPadOS 14.2 HomePod’s Intercom feature allows households to send out voice messages recorded on their iPhone or iPad to connected HomePod speakers. You can also send out voice messages from your Apple Watch, AirPods and even from CarPlay. Apple is also bringing plenty of bug fixes across the Camera,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ios_142_and_ipados_142_out_with_new_emoji_wallpapers_and_plenty_of_bug_fixes_-news-46162.php

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G gets 256GB memory variant in the US

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G was available in a single 128GB storage option in the US, which is now joined by a 256GB variant. It's priced at $769.99 and comes in a Cloud Navy color only. You can buy it unlocked from Samsung.com and online retailers, or get one from the carriers. The Galaxy S20 FE 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 865 SoC and runs Android 10-based One UI 2.5 out of the box. It sports a 6.5" FullHD+ 120Hz Super AMOLED display and packs a 4,500 mAh battery with 25W wired and 15W wireless charging. The Galaxy S20 FE 5G comes with a total of four cameras - a 32MP shooter...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s20_fe_256gb_variant_us_price-news-46161.php

Xiaomi prepares two Redmi Note 9 phones with 5G, leakster reveals key specs

Xiaomi launched a number of Redmi Note 9 phones in the first half of the year, but the company is yet to introduce the lineup at home and it appears this is finally happening. According to prolific Chinese leakster Digital Chat Station, there are two phones in the pipelines - Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G Standard Edition and Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G High Edition. The former will be smaller in size and with modest specs, while the latter is likely to bring a mighty camera, chipset, and fast charging. The vanilla Redmi Note 9 5G is going to have a 6.53” LCD with 1080p resolution with a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_prepares_two_redmi_note_9_phones_with_5g-news-46159.php

Huawei nova 8 SE announced with 64MP quad camera, 66W fast charging, and 5G support

Huawei introduced the nova 7 SE back in April, and after more than six months, the company has announced its successor, dubbed nova 8 SE. The nova 8 SE is just 7.46mm thick, weighs 178 grams, and has a design largely reminiscent of the iPhone 12 with flat frames and squircle-shaped island on the back. The latter hosts a 64MP primary camera, 8MP ultrawide unit and two 2MP modules for macro and depth information. The nova 8 SE is built around a 6.53" FHD+ OLED display that has a waterdrop notch for the 16MP selfie camera. It also has a fingerprint scanner underneath for biometric...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_nova_8_se_specs_price-news-46158.php

Plot thickens: LG's rollable smartphone might actually be called Slide

LG is working on a smartphone with a rollable OLED screen, and this is now expected to launch in March. What it will end up being called, though, seems less clear. Yesterday we told you about a trademark application the Korean company filed for the name LG Rollable, and that seemed to settle this discussion. However, here's a plot twist. LG has also filed a similar trademark application with the same European Union Intellectual Property Office for the name LG Slide. You could make an argument that one would have to 'slide' the rollable screen in and out when using the phone, so with that...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/plot_thickens_lgs_rollable_smartphone_might_actually_be_called_slide-news-46156.php

Better Business Bureau finds T-Mobile to be misleading Americans about 5G in ads

A new release from The National Advertising Division (NAD) of BBB (Better Business Bureau) National Programs is calling out T-Mobile for its most recent marketing ads that could mislead customers about its 5G network. The ad in question may lead customers to believe that T-Mobile and Sprint’s networks have combined and resulted in immediate benefits to T-Mobile customers. T-Mobile has made clear its ambition to “build American’s largest 5G network” and that “T-Mobile’s 5G network will have “more towers, more engineers, and more coverage” than 5G networks of competitors. These would...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/better_business_bureau_finds_tmobile_to_be_misleading_americans_about_5g-news-46157.php

DJI Mini 2 is official with 4K video recording and OcuSync

DJI's small but popular Mavic Mini gets an upgrade and the new Mini 2 (no Mavic in the name) offers quite a few new features. It can now record better videos and also fly further than ever before. DJI Mini 2 However, the chassis stays almost the same. It's still lightweight, small and with foldable wings. Tipping the scale at just 249 grams - just like the original Mini - it can now record 4K videos at 30fps at 100Mbps bitrate. Additionally, the drone supports OcuSync 2 wireless tech that allows the drone to fly 2.5 times further than before while still keeping the connection...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/dji_mini_2_is_official_with_4k_video_recording_and_ocusync-news-46155.php

Samsung Galaxy M31 updated to One UI 2.5

Back in September, Samsung updated its Galaxy M31 to One UI 2.1 and now the maker is pushing yet another update with its One UI 2.5 build for the popular midranger. The new firmware bears the M315FXXU2ATJ9 build number in India and is expected to make its way to more markets soon. The new release brings the November security patch as well as the usual One UI 2.5 enhancements. These include the overhauled Samsung Keyboard, SOS messages with location sharing, improved camera performance and gesture controls in third-party launchers. Via

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_m31_updated_to_one_ui_25-news-46148.php

Honor 10X Lite is going global on November 10, will promote creative students through partnerships

Honor’s November 10 event will bring more than just the Honor 10X Lite – it will be live streamed on Twitter (and likely other platforms, it starts at 1:00 PM UTC) and will highlight the brand’s new partnerships. Red Bull Basement is a program that allows student innovators worldwide to pitch an idea, get mentoring and help during the development process. Honor will focus on apps that “embody the tech-for-good spirit”, the winning app will be featured on the Huawei AppGallery (there will be other prizes as well). You can learn more about the competition here. A partnership with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_10x_lite_is_going_global_on_november_10_will_promote_creative_students_through_partnerships-news-46150.php

Xiaomi announces the Mi Box 4S Pro with 8K video decoding

Xiaomi announced a successor to its Mi Box 4 Pro called Mi Box 4S Pro and even though it looks identical to the old one and the name implies a rather incremental update, this is definitely not the case here. In addition to its long feature list, the Mi Box 4S Pro gains 8K video decoding, which is probably the most notable addition. Mi Box 4S Pro The HDMI standard has been bumped up to 2.1 to accommodate the 8K video playback above 30fps. There are also 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage - the latter has been doubled compared to the 4 Pro. The device ships with MIUI for TV...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_announces_the_mi_box_4s_pro_with_8k_video_decoding-news-46154.php

Realme Narzo 20A hands-on review

Introduction It's admittedly easy to sometimes get lost in the ever-growing sea of Realme phones, but great bargains can be obtained by those that manage it. Despite getting its first members in May, the new Narzo lineup is already in its second generation. The Narzo 20 trio was unveiled on September 21 and consists of a vanilla Narzo 20, as well as a Narzo 20A and a Narzo 20 Pro. Realme Narzo 20A specs at a glance: Body: 164.4x75.4x8.9mm, 195g; Colors: Glory Silver, Victory Blue. Display: 6.50" IPS LCD, 720x1600px resolution, 20:9 aspect ratio, 270ppi. Chipset: Qualcomm SDM665...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_narzo_20a_handson_review-news-46104.php

WhatsApp disappearing messages make their way to iOS

Earlier this week, Android users got disappearing messages on WhatsApp and now iOS users are also joining in. This lets you send texts and media that will automatically vanish after 7 days in both personal and group chats. The update is a gradual one so some will get it sooner than others. You’ll also have to enable diapering messages for every chat individually. The step by step listed on WhatsApp’s FAQ page instructs users to tap the contact’s name within the chat and then enable the disappearing messages prompt. Turning the option off follows the same procedure but you select...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/whatsapp_disappearing_messages_make_their_way_to_ios-news-46153.php

OnePlus 8T gets OxygenOS 11.0.3.4 update with system and camera improvements

After rolling out OxygenOS 11.0.2.3 for the OnePlus 8T last week, OnePlus has now released the OxygenOS 11.0.3.4 update for the Snapdragon 865-powered smartphone. The new update improves the camera stability and optimizes the imaging effects for a better shooting experience. It also improves the system power consumption to reduce heating, and mistouch prevention for a better gaming experience. OnePlus 8T Additionally, OxygenOS 11.0.3.4 fixes issues related to the Play Store and Status Bar. You can check out the full changelog of the update below for more details: ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_8t_oxygenos_11_0_3_4_update-news-46138.php

Xiaomi announces the Mi Notebook 14 e-learning edition

Xiaomi's latest notebook is aimed at people studying or working from home in these pandemic times. It's a stripped-down version of the vanilla Mi Notebook 14 called Mi Notebook 14 e-learning edition. It's still an all-aluminum laptop tipping the scale at 1.5kg and measuring about 18mm in thickness. The device is powered by Intel's 10th Generation Core i3-10110U (2.1 GHz dual-core, boost up to 4.1 GHz) CPU and no discrete GPU, you'd have to rely on the built-in UHD Graphics 620. There are no other configurations at this time. On the memory front, we have 8GB of DDR4 RAM and 256GB of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_announces_the_mi_notebook_14_elearning_edition-news-46141.php

The iPhone 12 mini and Pro Max pre-orders open tomorrow in more than 30 countries

Tomorrow Apple starts accepting pre-orders for the iPhone 12 mini and Pro Max in Australia, China, Germany, India, Japan, the UK, the US and 30+ other countries. Pre-ordered phones will start shipping on November 13 (Friday next week), which is also when the first units will be available in stores. Would be buyers in Brazill, South Korea and 25 other countries will have to wait a bit longer, pre-orders for them begin on November 20 and sales start a week after that, November 27. Keep in mind that stores – both virtual and real ones – will be pretty crowded. If you’re ordering online,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_iphone_12_mini_and_pro_max_preorders_open_tomorrow_in_more_than_30_countries-news-46149.php

Alleged Meizu 18 Max specs sheet reveals SD875, 120W fast charging

The Meizu 17 family arrived back in May, but we haven't heard much from the Chinese manufacturer since. Yet today a leakster on Weibo claims to have the first renders and specs sheet of the Meizu 18 Max 5G. The upcoming flagship is said to have a Snapdragon 875 chipset, paired with UFS 3.1 storage and LPDDR5 RAM. The screen is said to be 3K OLED with unnamed exact resolution and the image reveals no punch holes, notches, or bezels for the 32 MP selfie camera. On the back, we should expect a 64MP main cam with ZEISS optics. And here’s where it gets interesting - according to this...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/leaked_meizu_18_max_specs_sheet_reveals_sd875_120w_fast_charging-news-46145.php

Xiaomi's new telephoto lens promises smooth zoom, better light sensitivity

During today's Xiaomi Developer Conference in Beijing, the company introduced a new telescopic lens technology that could potentially change smartphone photography in the not so distant future. And by saying not so distant future, we really mean it because the Chinese tech giant said that the tech is ready for implementation in real products. The benefits of having a telescopic lens are numerous. For starters, Xiaomi says its lens can collect 300% more light than traditional ones, which would greatly improve the camera performance, particularly in low-light scenarios. Advanced...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_showcases_a_telescopic_camera_providing_numerous_benefits-news-46143.php

Nokia 6300 4G and 8000 4G detailed: KaiOS-powered takes on the classics

The Nokia 6300 and 8000 are coming back and rumor has it that they will be KaiOS phones that bridge the gap between old featurephones that inspired them and modern smartphones. Both will be 4G LTE phones with dual SIM versions. The original Nokia 6300 The Nokia 8000 4G is expected to be based on the Nokia 8800 and will have a Gold option (a throwback to the Gold Arte), in addition to Black, Blue and White. It’s not clear if it will use more premium materials in the style of the original 8000-series (we’re certainly not expecting titanium, but at least some aluminum), but this...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_6300_4g_and_8000_4g_detailed_kaios_powered_takes_on_the_classics-news-46146.php

Qualcomm posts impressive quarterly results, boosted by Apple 5G chip orders

Qualcomm has been investing heavily into 5G chips and it's now reaping the benefits. The San Diego chip company posted its fiscal results for the three months ending on Sept 27 and its full fiscal year, revealing an increase in profit and sales both on a quarterly and yearly basis. The company didn't name specific reasons, but Reuters revealed Apple’s 5G phones were the key driver behind Qualcomm's success. (all numbers in million except %) Fiscal Q4 2020 Fiscal Q4 2019 Change Fiscal year 2020 Fiscal year 2019 Change Revenue ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_posts_impressive_fiscal_results_following_shipments_of_5g_chips_to_apple-news-46140.php

Motorola announces Moto G9 Power and Moto G 5G

The latest midrangers in the moto family are here with the Moto G9 Power and Moto G 5G. The G9 Power gets its name from its 6,000 mAh battery while the Moto G 5G is the brand’s most affordable 5G phone in Europe at €300. Moto G9 power In addition to its massive battery, the Moto G9 Power comes with a 6.8-inch HD+ LCD and punch hole cutout for its 16MP selfie cam. The back houses a 64MP main shooter alongside a 2MP macro cam and 2MP depth helper. You’ll also find the usual moto dimple with an embedded fingerprint scanner. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 662 sits at the helm hooked to 4GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_announces_moto_g9_power_and_moto_g_5g-news-46147.php

Samsung Galaxy S21 case images confirm polarizing new design

Samsung is expected to announce its latest Galaxy S-line on January 14 and we’ve already seen several renders that gave us an idea of what the Galaxy S21+ and S21 Ultra might look like. Now, we have some protective cases for both models which further confirm the new camera island which wraps around the side frame of both models. pic.twitter.com/jiqy2V41L4— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) November 5, 2020 These images show a four-cam setup on the S21 Ultra though previous images showed a fifth sensor which is speculated to be a 3D ToF sensor. According to the most recent rumors the S21...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s21_cases_confirm_polarizing_new_design_-news-46144.php

Motorola Moto G9 Power specs and images surface in massive leak

Motorola's Moto G9 lineup currently consists of two smartphones - Moto G9 Plus, and Moto G9 Play, that is known as Moto G9 in India. Now a WinFuture leak reveals that a Moto G9 Power is about to join them and gave us most of the details on it. The Moto G9 Power will feature an IPS display that measures 6.78" diagonally and have a resolution of 1640x720 pixels. It will also have a punch hole in the upper-left corner for the 16MP selfie camera. The textured back of the Moto G9 Power will see a fingerprint reader keeping company to the squircle-shaped island in the top-left corner,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g9_power_specs_price_images-news-46142.php

vivo sets November 19 event for Origin OS debut

vivo already confirmed it's replacing FuntouchOS with a new user interface called Origin OS. Today the company revealed its slogan will be “Brand New World” and the new UI will arrive on November 19. Origin OS posters The unveiling will be during the VDC 2020 - vivo’s developers' conference. The name of the operating system is also an abbreviature of Origin Studio - the team behind the new user interface. More Origin OS posters Early FuntouchOS versions were heavily customized with barely a trace of the stock Android looks or operation logic, while the latest...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_confirms_originos_debut_is_taking_place_on_november_19-news-46137.php

New Oppo phone with 64MP camera, 65W charging leaks

Oppo is already working on its early 2021 mid-range lineup, supposedly called Reno5. A specs sheet of one of the upcoming phones leaked on Weibo at the same time it also appeared on TENAA. Apparently the next Oppo Reno5 will have a 64MP camera and offer support for 65W fast charging. It will also run Android 11 with the latest ColorOS on top. Oppo PEGM00 certification at TENAA Two models (PEGM00 and PEGT00) have been certified, but they have the exact same specifications so it's likely two versions of the same phone. The papers confirm 6.43” screen, 4,200mAh battery, and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_oppo_phone_leaks_with_64_mp_main_camera_65w_fast_charging-news-46136.php

Google testing SMS scheduling on Messages app

Google has started testing the SMS scheduling feature on its Messages app, which allows you to send an SMS automatically later. The way it works is, you draft a message and long-press the 'Send' button in a chat, which gives you four options - three of them are predefined timings, and the fourth one lets you choose a date and time of your preference. You can choose a predefined time or select a date and time of your preference A preview of the scheduled message appears in the chat, and you can tap on it to make any changes to the message, send it immediately, or delete...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_messages_sms_scheduling-news-46135.php

Honor 10X Lite starts global rollout, Russia gets it first

Already launched in Saudi Arabia, the Honor 10X Lite is now starting its global rollout, the company announced today. It will hit select markets with Russia being the first one - pre-orders there open tomorrow. The handset bears more than a passing resemblance to Huawei’s P Smart 2021 and Y7a with the three being essentially the same phone under different names. It packs a 6.67-inch IPS LCD with FHD+ resolution and a punch-hole cutout for its 8MP selfie cam. Around the back, we have a 48MP primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture alongside an 8MP ultrawide lens with a 120-degree field...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_10x_lite_makes_its_way_to_russia_-news-46139.php

Xperia 10 II Plus with Snapdragon 720 reportedly canceled as Sony focuses on 5G

Way back in February Sony announced its Xperia 10 II - a follow-up to 2019’s Xperia 10. Last year also brought us the Xperia 10 Plus which naturally raises the question: where is the Xperia 10 II Plus? Well, it seems there won’t be such a device as Sony has canceled the phone. According to a Chinese tipster, Sony has decided to go all-in on 5G and has thus scrapped the Xperia 10 II Plus which was being developed with the Snapdragon 720. The phone was already spotted on the EEC database bearing the XQ-AQ52/53 model number. Sony Xperia 10 II Plus listing on EEC It remains to be...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_10_ii_plus_with_snapdragon_720_reportedly_canceled-news-46132.php

Samsung's new Vizion 33D ToF sensor can track objects at 120 fps at up to 5m distance

Samsung’s new ISOCELL Vizion 33D is a Time of Flight (ToF) 3D sensor that can provide accurate distance data and track fast-moving objects for the purposes of faster autofocus and video bokeh. The sensor produces depth maps with 640 x 480 px resolution. It can measure distances as between 0.2m and all the way to 5m (16 ft) with 10 or 12-bit resolution. It can go up to 120 fps for low-latency tracking. When used as an autofocus assist, it requires 200 mW of power (for both sensor and IR illumination). For continuous tracking as needed by, say, AR games and video bokeh rendering,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsungs_new_vizion_33d_tof_sensor_can_track_objects_at_120_fps_at_up_to_5m_distance-news-46131.php

LG's rollable smartphone could be called LG Rollable

LG's experimental division that so far brought you the Wing is working on a smartphone with a rollable OLED display, which is going to launch next year. The company has teased it at the end of its Wing announcement, and the latest rumors state the new device would be arriving in March. If you were wondering what LG is going to call this unique handset, wonder no more, for the company has chosen to be as descriptive as possible. Hence, it's filed a trademark application with the EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office) for the name... LG Rollable. It's simple and to the point -...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lgs_rollable_smartphone_could_be_called_lg_rollable-news-46134.php

Nokia 8 V 5G UW is likely going to be unveiled for Verizon on November 9

Nokia's first 5G phone, the 8.3, has already been released in some places, following its announcement way back in March, and now it looks like it may be headed to Verizon as well. The official Nokia YouTube account posted, then promptly took down, a countdown timer to a livestream that would take place on November 9, when the Nokia 8 V 5G UW would become official. "5G UW" being Verizon suffix speak for "supports our mmWave network". The carrier has plastered that onto a bunch of phones already, so it's not surprising to see here. Nokia 8.3 We aren't quite sure whether the Nokia 8 V...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_8_v_5g_uw_is_likely_going_to_be_unveiled_for_verizon_on_november_9-news-46133.php