First OnePlus 9 CAD renders surface

The upcoming OnePlus 9-series are said to launch earlier next year in March and the first batch of rumors started flying in this month. At first, wе heard that OnePlus is planning to launch three OnePlus 9 phones but then the rumor was quickly dismissed. Now we have CAD-based renders of what seems to be the vanilla OnePlus 9. The renders aren't very detailed, but there are a few things to consider here. For instance, the triple-camera module on the back looks just like the OnePlus 8T's while the front retains the off-centered punch-hole design for the selfie camera. The current...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/first_oneplus_9_cad_renders_surface-news-46284.php

MIUI 12 based on Android 11 hits Redmi K30 Pro Zoom

The Chinese version of the Redmi K30 Pro Zoom has started receiving an OTA update containing not only MIUI 12 but also Android 11 too. This could mean that a global rollout of the software is just around the corner. The software version is V12.1.3.0.RJKCNXM stable and weighs 3.3 GB. However, some users who have already installed the update report issues with battery life and sound. Of course, Google's latest security patch for November is also baked in. Source (in Chinese)

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/miui_12_based_on_android_11_hits_redmi_k30_pro_zoom-news-46283.php

Qualcomm confirms that it can now supply Huawei with chips

Earlier this week, news broke that Qualcomm has finally been granted a license to supply Huawei with some products. It was just a report from China, however, and no actual evidence to back these claims. Until now, of course. In a public statement, Qualcomm has confirmed the rumors and some of the products are 4G-enabled. This is in line with an earlier report saying Qualcomm not being able to deliver 5G chips to the Chinese tech giant for now. There's no word on when Qualcomm will be able to export its 5G chips to Huawei but the latter has repeatedly stated that it's willing to work...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_confirms_that_it_can_now_supply_huawei-news-46282.php

MediaTek MT6893's single-core performance higher than Dimensity 1000+

MediaTek's rumored MT6893 chipset that's been doing rounds these past few days in the media shapes up to be quite the performer. The latest report comes once again from the famous Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station and claims that the SoC is faster than MediaTek's current top-end Dimensity 1000+ chipset. At least that's what the single-core score suggests from the Geekbench listing. The tipster also adds that the main Cortex-A78 core is clocked at 2.8 GHz, but that might change before launch, or there will be two separate versions. The most powerful core will likely be tuned to 3.0...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mediatek_mt6893s_singlecore_performance_higher_than_dimensity_1000-news-46281.php

Report: Apple to launch AirPods 3 and mini LED iPad in H1 2021

Ming Chi-Kuo is a long-time Apple analyst who reports on Apple products throughout the year, including the iPhone. According to his latest research report, Kuo predicts that Apple’s revenue is expected to rise up to 100% year-on-year in 2021 due to a change in the iPhone 13’s battery components. The report states that Taiwan Career Technology will be coming back into the picture as a key supplier for Apple’s entire lineup of products in 2021 including the iPhone 13 in H2 of 2021, the new AirPods expected in the first half of next year, and a new mini LED iPad (where new display technology...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/report_apple_to_launch_airpods_3_and_mini_led_ipad_in_h1_2021-news-46280.php

Google Camera 8.1 brings new UI and video stabilization modes to older Pixel phones

With the launch of the Google Pixel 5 and the Pixel 4a 5G, the camera app has been revamped with a new UI and some new video stabilization shooting modes. With Google Camera version 8.1, which is now rolling out to some users on the Play Store, the new UI and stabilization modes are making their way to older Pixel phones. Google Pixel 5 Twitter user @KaKito_24 posted a screenshot of the update on their Pixel 4 XL, which added the new video stabilization modes and the updated UI. Google Camera just updated for me via Play Store version 8.1.008.341125824On Pixel 4 XL. Looks like...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_camera_81_brings_new_ui_and_video_stabilization_modes_to_older_pixel_phones-news-46279.php

OxygenOS 11.0.4.5 for the OnePlus 8T rolls out with 11 different fixes

Today OnePlus has released the latest software update for the 8T, its current-gen flagship killer device. The new software is OxygenOS 11.0.4.5, which is starting to roll out in India today, and will make it to Europe and North America sometime soon. As usual with OnePlus releases, the over-the-air update will reach a small percentage of users today, with a broader rollout expected to follow within a few days. OxygenOS 11.0.4.5 for the OnePlus 8T brings with it no less than 11 different fixes for the phone's software experience. Call stability, system power consumption, mis-touch...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oxygenos_11045_for_the_oneplus_8t_rolls_out_with_11_different_fixes-news-46278.php

All four iPhone 12 models are Buy One, Get One free at Verizon

Huge deals on Apple smartphones are always few and far between, and that's especially true when we're talking about the latest models that were just launched by the company. Verizon is thinking differently than usual, though. At the moment, over at Big Red, you can buy an iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, or iPhone 12 Pro Max, and get another one for free. iPhone 12 You need to add a new line of service, and you need to switch to an unlimited plan too, but otherwise - this is clearly the cheapest way to upgrade multiple iPhones in your family. We've already reviewed both...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/all_four_iphone_12_models_are_buy_one_get_one_free_at_verizon-news-46277.php

Upgrader's guide: Which iPhone 12 to get

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/upgrading_which_iphone_12_to_get_buyers_guide-review-2195.php

DxOMark tests iPhone 12 Pro, gives it slightly higher score than last year's model

DxOMark published its iPhone 12 Pro camera review and the verdict is in. The new model offers marginal improvements over last year’s iPhone 11 Pro at just the right places which resulted in a 4 point improvement over the 11 Pro. iPhone 12 Pro scorecard The test concluded with an overall score of 128 points, which puts the 12 Pro in fourth place overall rankings matching Xiaomi’s Mi 10 Pro and falling a single point behind Huawei’s P40 Pro. Hardware-wise all three sensors output 12MP shots. There’s a main 26mm equivalent lens with F/1.6 aperture and OIS. It’s aided by a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/dxomark_tests_iphone_12_pro_results_are_slightly_better_than_last_years_model-news-46274.php

Apple iPhone 12 mini in for review

Big phones have ruled the world for the past years and understandably so. The screen is arguably the most important aspect of a smartphone and having more space for content is always a bonus. But some users still value one handed-usability and having a phone they can actually fit into their pant pockets. Apple heard those cries and released a miniature version of the iPhone 12 last month and it has now made its way to our office. Well, it would only make sense to start with the dimension, they come in at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.4mm. That’s noticeably shorter and narrower than any current...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_12_mini_in_for_review-news-46272.php

Facebook and Instagram are getting Vanish Mode in chats

Ten days ago WhatsApp got Disappearing Messages and now the other two apps with messaging abilities in the Facebook family are adopting it. Both Messenger and Instagram will get Vanish Mode which will delete messages upon closing the conversation window. Vanish Mode is activated with a swipe from the bottom of the chat. Once a message is sent, it will stay on the screen until it is turned off or the app is switched. Of course, you can always screenshot the message before it disappears. The new feature will work both in group chats and personal conversations. While they are instantly...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/facebook_and_instagram_are_getting_vanish_mode_in_chats-news-46270.php

Apple iPhone 12 mini taken apart, it’s a tiny iPhone 12

We already got an inside look of the iPhone 12 Pro Max and now we have the smaller iPhone 12 mini on hand just as both models are making their way to consumers. One of Chinese bloggers who already managed to scoop up a unit decided to open up the small iPhone and shows us whats inside. The teardown starts by raking off the screws at the bottom and removing the screen. There’s plenty of glue around the panel which requires steady hands and a pry tool. Once the screen is lifted, we see the internals headlined by the 2,227mAh battery cell. The battery is also the potential biggest...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_12_mini_gets_gutted_its_a_tiny_iphone_12-news-46269.php

New Redmi smartphone with a 6,000 mAh battery shines on TENAA

Rumors about two phones called Redmi Note 9 5G and Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G have been circulating the internet but now a new Redmi device popped on TENAA with an entirely different specs sheet and overhauled design. The new smartphone, likely to adopt the name Redmi 10 or Redmi Note 10, will have a 6,000 mAh battery, four cameras on the back and huge Redmi writing just like the Honor 30 Pro+ or the Realme X7 Pro. Xiaomi Redmi M2010J19SC The TENAA listing reveals a 2.0GHz CPU which might be part of a Helio G85 chipset, spotted in the Redmi Note 9. The main camera is listed as...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_redmi_smartphone_with_a_6000_mah_battery_shines_on_tenaa-news-46267.php

Realme X7 phones to hit India in 2021

Realme India already teased the X7 series arrival in the country, but now we learn there's still some waiting to do. The CEO Madhav Sheth, CEO revealed on they will be hitting India in 2021, with more devices to follow after that. We were the first to introduce 5G smartphones in India with #realmeX50Pro. Now our plan is to democratize 5G technology in 2021 starting with the launch of #realmeX7 series & then bring it to more devices. #DareToLeap with us as #realme gets ready to be the 5G leader.— Madhav Faster7 (@MadhavSheth1) November 13, 2020 Last month Mr Sheth asked his followers...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x7_phones_to_hit_india_in_2021-news-46266.php

HMD Global announces Nokia 6300 4G and Nokia 8000 4G

HMD has revived two more Nokia classics with the Nokia 6300 4G and the Nokia 8000 4G. The handsets run KaiOS which comes with plenty of useful apps like WhatsApp, Google Maps and Assistant. In the case of the 6300 4G the design is nearly identical to the old 2006 version, but the Nokia 8000 4G does not come with the slide-out keypad found on previous 8000-series devices. Nokia 6300 4G and Nokia 8000 4G Nokia 6300 4G The 6300 4G brings a 2.4-inch LCD with 320 x 240 pixel resolution. The body is made from plastic and there’s a single VGA camera around the back. It packs a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/hmd_global_announces_nokia_6300_4g_and_nokia_8000_4g_-news-46265.php

Harmony OS alleged eligible devices list appears - 42 phones make the cut

Huawei is planning to launch the first Harmony OS developers' beta on December 18 and is expecting to have a public beta out by April. Executives said 90% of the Huawei and Honor phones will be able to move to the new OS and today we spotted a list, courtesy of Huawei Central, with over 40 devices eligible for the switch. Interestingly enough, the list includes the Honor V40, Huawei nova 8 and Huawei nova 8 Pro phones despite these now even being officially announced yet. HarmonyOS eligible Huawei devices: - Huawei Mate 40 - Huawei Mate 40 Pro - Huawei Mate 40 Pro+ - Huawei Mate 40...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/harmony_os_eligible_devices_list_confirm_honor_v40_huawei_nova_8_nova_8_pro-news-46264.php

Apple iPhone 12 mini and 12 Pro Max now on sale

Exactly three weeks after the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro went on sale, their smaller and larger companions are also now officially available in over 35 countries around the globe. As usual, eager buyers in Australia and New Zealand were first in line to receive their new iPhones due to time zone differences. Next in line are countries in the APAC region, Middle East, Europe, and North America. The 12 mini is the smallest, thinnest and lightest 5G phone on the market while the 12 Pro Max is Apple’s biggest iPhone ever with its 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED. Buyers in Brazil, South Korea...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_12_mini_and_12_pro_max_now_on_sale-news-46263.php

Honor to launch a new midranger with 66W fast charging, looks suspiciously familiar

Honor is going to launch a new smartphone, latest listing from TENAA reveals. The device has a model number HJC-AN00 and some specs like the 6.53” screen diagonal and the footprint of the phone were revealed. At the same time, the highly reputable leakster Digital Chat Station revealed on Weibo some more specs of an incoming Honor phone that looks to match the one from the certification. The Honor phone will come with a Dimensity 800U chipset, 66W fast charging, and a 3,800 mAh battery. The specs match the Huawei nova 8 SE smartphone, so it's very likely Honor is just borrowing a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_to_launch_a_new_midranger_with_66w_fast_charging_looks_suspiciously_familiar-news-46262.php

macOS Big Sur is now available

As expected, today Apple has officially released the latest version of macOS, called Big Sur. This is the first iteration of the OS that is optimized for Apple's new M1 chip, which is powering the new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro 13, and Mac mini. Big Sur also works on Intel-based machines as well, of course. It brings with it a fresh new design, as well as multiple enhancements to Safari, Messages, Maps, and privacy. Design-wise, it still looks familiar, but employs more use of white space for easier navigation. It also makes dark icons more consistent with the rest of the Apple ecosystem,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/macos_big_sur_is_now_available-news-46261.php

Instagram wants more people to watch more Reels with their latest update

Today, Instagram is announcing new changes to its app that put Reels and its Shop features right in users’ faces. The company announced “big changes” to its app. The Reels and Shop tabs are now going to be featured right at the front and center of the home page, on the navigation bar. The Post and Likes buttons are being moved to the upper right corner, next to the Facebook Messenger DMs button. Reels is the company's answer to TikTok. It's a sub-platform within Instagram where people can creative short vertical videos. The video camera recorder is similar to that of TikTok. Now...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/instagram_wants_more_people_to_watch_more_reels_with_their_latest_update-news-46260.php

Canalys: Chromebook and tablet sales soar as desktop PC sales drop in Q3

Without a doubt, 2020 has been a year when many had to adjust to a new normal. This new normal translated to kids getting Chromebooks and iPads so they could continue going to school, while adults needed machines that could keep them working from home. Lenovo Chromebook Duet A new report from Canalys shows how much the PC market landscape has changed this year. Chromebooks saw the biggest growth in sales this year, selling an estimated 9.4 million units in Q3 with 122% growth compared to Q3 of 2019. Detachables, referring to notebooks with removable keyboards, also saw 88% growth...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/canalys_chromebook_and_tablet_sales_soar_as_desktop_pc_sales_drop_in_q3-news-46259.php

Camera test: iPhone 12 vs. 12 Pro vs. 11 Pro

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_12_vs_12_pro_vs_11_pro_camera-review-2194.php

Amazfit GTR 2e & GTS 2e appear in FCC listings

Amazfit announced its GTR 2 and GTS 2 just last month and now an FCC listing is revealing the first set of details on another set of Huami devices - the GTR 2e and GTS 2e. Going by the names, we figure these could be versions of the regular models for the Indian market as the GTR 2 and GTS 2 are currently exclusive to Europe and the US. The listings show the GTS 2e with model number A2021 while the GTR 2e is A2023. Both watches are stated to get onboard Wi-Fi connectivity and similar designs to their regular counterparts. Amazfit GTSe (left) and GTRe (right) FCC listings The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/amazfit_gtr_2e___gts_2e_appear_in_fcc_listings-news-46258.php

Red Magic Cyberpods TWS announced for global markets

Back in July, nubia announced its Red Magic TWS earbuds in China alongside the Nubia Watch. Now the earphones have made their way to global markets as the Red Magic Cyberpods. The Cyberpods come with an in-ear design and adjustable hooks for better fit. You get 8mm drivers on each bud with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and touch controls on the buds themselves. There's a special low-latency mode, one-touch connect with nubia phones as well as a rated 20-hour rate combined battery life with the charging case which charges over USB-C. It wouldn’t be a gamer product without RGB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/red_magic_cyberpods_tws_announced_for_global_markets-news-46257.php

The new 2.5x telephoto camera on iPhone 12 Pro Max still not used in the dark

This year Apple made Night Mode available for the selfie and ultrawide cameras on the new iPhone 12 series - up until now it was only available for the main camera. But Apple also announced a new longer 2.5x telephoto camera on the iPhone 12 Pro Max, which many expected would be able to shoot Night Mode shots, despite Apple's deliberate silence on the matter. Well, it doesn't. Just like the iPhone 11 Pro series and the iPhone 12 Pro, the iPhone 12 Pro Max prefers to digitally zoom to 2.5x from its main camera, than use its true 2.5x imager in the dark. This isn't new. In our...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/dont_expect_the_new_25x_iphone_12_pro_max_camera_to_be_good_in_the_dark-news-46256.php

PUBG Mobile confirmed to make a comeback in India with new version

While PUBG Mobile pulled out of India after it was banned by The Ministry of Electronics & IT, there seems to be light at the end of the tunnel. PUBG Corporation confirmed it's planning a return to India with the aptly named PUBG Mobile India. The new app will feature altered in-game content and customizations said to reflect local user preferences. More notably, the game will focus on handling user data more transparently with accordance to local regulations. More details on PUBG Mobile’s India return here. #PUBGMOBILE #pubgmobileindia pic.twitter.com/vGD5r0KhPk— rishi ‘#SirPS5When’...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/pubg_mobile_confirmed_to_make_a_comeback_in_india-news-46254.php

Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max first teardown confirms battery capacity

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max will be available tomorrow for pickup and shipments but today a teardown surfaced, giving us us a look into the internals of the flagship. The biggest change since the iPhone 11 Pro Max is the position of the motherboard that also is affecting the shape of the battery - now all the crucial components are on the right side and the power cell has an L shape. Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max teardown Thanks to the images we can also confirm the battery capacity of 3,687 mAh which is about 10% less than the one in the predecessor - so far we only knew that from...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_12_pro_max_first_teardown_confirms_battery_capacity-news-46253.php

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra to support S Pen, tipster claims

Noted tipster Ice Universe who has one of the most accurate track records on Samsung devices is confirming that the upcoming Galaxy S21 Ultra will pack an S Pen stylus. There were previous reports that the S Pen would make its way to the upcoming S21 Ultra and that the Galaxy Note series would eventually be replaced by the Z Fold lineup as soon as the next-gen foldable screens are durable enough to work with Samsung’s styluses. Yes, I can 100% confirm that S21 Ultra supports S Pen— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) November 12, 2020 We’ve been seeing more and more similarities between the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s21_ultra_to_support_s_pen_tipster_claims-news-46252.php

Samsung announces the Exynos 1080, its first 5nm chipset

Samsung’s next-generation midrange chipset is finally here - meet the Exynos 1080. It is officially the first platform by the Korean company built on the 5nm EUV FinFET technology and comes as a successor to the Exynos 980 with its integrated 5G modem. Photos from the Exynos 1080 unveiling Samsung has decided to go with an octa-core CPU with triple cluster design featuring four Cortex-A78 cores and four Cortex-A55 units. The most powerful Cortex-A78 core runs at 2.8GHz, while the other cluster of three Cortex-A78s reaches 2.6GHz. The A55 quartet is clocked at 2.0GHz. The GPU is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_announces_the_exynos_1080_its_first_5nm_chipset-news-46251.php

Oppo Inno Day 2020 scheduled for November 17, 125W charging phone incoming

Oppo is set to continue its consumer innovations showcase events dubbed Inno Day and the 2020 edition is scheduled to take place on November 17 in Shenzhen, China. Oppo uses this event to demo its latest developments in the mobile sphere. Last year the maker demonstrated its under-display camera, AR headset as well as a 5G router. According to rumors provided by Chines tipster Digital Chat Station, this year we’ll see an inward folding phone prototype, second-gen in-display selfie cam alongside new camera and charging developments. Oppo will reportedly showcase its latest 32MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_inno_day_2020_scheduled_for_november_17-news-46250.php

Huawei nova 8 and Honor V40 to have similar camera design

There might be uncertainties around the future of Honor, with Huawei offloading the brand to Digital China, but for now the phone maker has no plans to step on the brakes, on the contrary - a leakster claims we are going to see both the Huawei nova 8 lineup and the Honor V40 family arrive in December. In a separate leak, one Twitter user revealed that provisional camera design of both series and they look strikingly similar. The Huawei nova 8 lineup technically is already here with an SE smartphone that is a rebranded Huawei nova 7 SE but with a Mediatek chipset rather than a Kirin...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_nova_8_and_honor_v40_to_share_similar_camera_design-news-46249.php

Samsung Galaxy Note10 and Note10+ gets One UI 3.0 beta

Yesterday Samsung announced the expansion of the One UI 3.0 beta program for eight devices, which also include the Galaxy Note10 and Galaxy Note10+. Well, the beta program for the Note10 duo is now live in South Korea, and the Plus model is already receiving the One UI 3.0 beta update in Samsung's home country. The beta build has version number N976NKSU1ZTK6 and brings along November 2020 Android security patch in addition to new UI and features. You can head over here to learn more about One UI 3.0 beta. If you live in South Korea, you can give One UI 3.0 beta a try by...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note10_plus_android_11_one_ui_3_beta_south_korea-news-46248.php

Oppo phone shines on Geekbench with Dimensity 1000+, looks like the Reno5 Pro 5G

Oppo is preparing a phone called Reno5 5G for the market but usually, the midrange lineup has a Pro variant as well. While we’ve never heard any rumors about the phone whatsoever, a device with the model number PDSM00 appeared on Geekbench and it sure looks like a Pro version of the Reno5 - Dimensity 1000+ chipset, 8 GB RAM, Android 11. The single-core result of 2392 and the multi-core score of 5836 are nothing extraordinary, although we rarely see anymore a device tested on Geekbench 4.1, given there is a new version to test the performance of the CPU. We are leaning towards a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_phone_shines_on_geekbench_with_d1000_chipset_looks_like_the_reno5_pro_5g-news-46247.php

Realme 7 5G is coming on November 19

The Realme 7 5G that was spotted on Thailand's NBTC yesterday will be unveiled on November 19. This information comes from Realme's UK branch, which took to Twitter to announce that the Realme 7 5G launch event will start at 10AM GMT and will be live-streamed on the company's official Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube accounts. Realme also posted an image of the Realme 7 5G, which confirms the smartphone will pack a punch hole display and feature a side-mounted fingerprint reader. Realme hasn't divulged any other specifications of the Realme 7 5G yet, but NBTC revealed the smartphone...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_7_5g_launch_date-news-46246.php

Moto E7 official-looking renders leak showing two colors

Motorola sure is taking its sweet time bringing the E7 to the market, if we go by how long it has been leaking - and the fact that its relative, the E7 Plus, has been official since September. Today we get a new expose of the Moto E7, which is the star of two separate sets of official-looking press renders, showing it in two color versions. Accompanying the renders are also some of the E7's purported specs. The phone is said to come with a 6.5-inch HD+ display, a 48 MP main rear camera aided by a 2 MP depth sensor, a 5 MP selfie snapper buried inside that waterdrop notch up front, and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_e7_officiallooking_renders_leak_showing_two_colors-news-46245.php

OnePlus’ newest Nord phones won’t be updated past Android 11

The new OnePlus Nord phones, the N10 5G and the N100, are questionable choices by the company. It’s not to say they are terrible phones, but they aren’t exactly the stand-out devices that OnePlus has been pumping out over the last couple of years. The latest development on these devices is OnePlus has confirmed to Android Central that the N10 and N100 will only be upgraded through Android 11. These two Nord devices come with Android 10 out of the box, so it was assumed that OnePlus – with its excellent history record of updating devices – would eventually push an update to Android 11. As...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_newest_nord_phones_wont_be_updated_past_android_11-news-46243.php

Deal: buy two OnePlus 8T units, pay only $1,123.50 and get two free pairs of OnePlus Buds

When it comes to deals from its online store, OnePlus has those more than Apple does, but way less than other Android makers. Today is one of those special days, though. If you were looking into OnePlus' latest flagship-ish phone, the 8T, but thought its $749 price off putting, maybe this is a chance for you, but you need to buy two of them. Instead of paying around $1,500 for that privilege, your bill will only amount to $1,123.50, thanks to a special promo OnePlus is running right now. Not just that, but you're also receiving not one, but two pairs of OnePlus Buds for free. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deal_buy_two_oneplus_8t_units_pay_only_112350_and_receive_two_free_pairs_of_oneplus_buds-news-46244.php

Google Photos will stop offering free uploads on June 1, 2021

One of the key features of Google Photos was the free, unlimited photo and video uploads and backups in a compressed format. Google has now announced that this feature will be going away on June 1, 2021. Starting June 1, any files uploaded to Google Photos will be counted towards the 15GB default storage that you get with every new Google account. If you have a Google One subscription, then it will be counted towards that. Previously, only images uploaded in the uncompressed 'Original' quality preset would be counted towards your storage space, while images uploaded in the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_photos_will_stop_offering_free_image_uploads_on_june_1_2021-news-46242.php

vivo X60 and X60 Pro leak in live images

We’re expecting to see vivo’s new OriginOS based on Android 11 debut on November 18 alongside the company’s X60 series phones. So far we’ve heard of 3 devices – the X60, X60 Pro and X60s 5G. Now, leaked shots of the X60 and its Pro counterpart have appeared on Weibo showing their designs and confirming they will indeed debut with vivo’s new OriginOS interface. vivo X60 (left) and X60 Pro (right) The X60 is shown with a flat display and centered punch-hole selfie cam. We can also spot an orange accented power button on the right-hand side. The device is expected to debut with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x60_and_x60_pro_leak_in_live_images-news-46241.php

Apple adds three new colors to Solo Loop and Sport Band Apple Watch bands

Apple has quietly added three new colors to the Solo Loop and Sport Band silicone bands for the Apple Watch. The three new colors are an orangey Kumquat, a light-blue Northern Blue and a dark purplish Plum color. The three new colors are available for these two silicone bands and aren't available for the Braided Loop or the Sport Loop bands. Apple usually adds watch band colors to go with a new season, but Kumquat and Plum aren't very wintery. Guess White and Blue are just about the only two colors of winter anyway.

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_adds_three_new_colors_to_solo_loop_and_sport_band_apple_watch_bands-news-46240.php

Google Pixel 4a does well in DxOMark review but can’t compete with multi-cam setups

Google’s Pixel 4a is the search giant’s most affordable smartphone option at the moment. Pixels are known for their camera prowess and the 4a’s single rear-facing 12.2MP shooter was put to the test by the folks over at DxOMark. The hardware here is identical to last year’s Pixel 4 and 4 XL, namely a 1/2.55-inch sensor with 1.4µm pixels and f/1.7 aperture. There’s OIS and dual pixel PDAF combined with Google’s excellent image processing algorithms. While decent on paper, these specs managed to net the Pixel 4a just 111 overall points which positions it towards the bottom of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_4as_singlecamera_does_well_in_dxomark_review_but_cant_compete_with_multicam_setups-news-46239.php

OnePlus 5 gets EIS with latest OxygenOS 10.0.1, here’s how to download it

OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T got OxygenOS 10 based on Android 10 back in spring but the update was full of issues so the company pulled it back and started working on it all over again after finding an issue with the communication module. Six months later, a stable build is finally available to download through the Source link we’ve put at the end of this article. But before heading there, let’s see what is new. The full changelog for OxygenOS 10.0.1 for OnePlus 5 consists: System - Fixed the abnormal call recording issue; - Fixed the de-activated alarm issue when phone was powered...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_5_gets_eis_back_with_latest_oxygenos_1001_heres_how_to_download_it-news-46237.php

Samsung Galaxy M31s gets One UI 2.5 update

Announced back in July, Samsung’s Galaxy M31s debuted with One UI 2.1 Core and now the midranger is getting the One UI 2.5 update. The new update comes with the M317FXXU2BTK1 build number and weighs in at 748MB in size. It's currently live in India and also brings the latest November security patch. Galaxy M31s One UI 2.5 update changelog Alongside the well-known camera improvements, always-on display and Samsung keyboard enhancements users are also treated to Samsung’s Alt Z Life system-wide private mode which debuted on the Galaxy A51 and A71 earlier in August. Once...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_m31s_gets_one_ui_25_update-news-46236.php

IDC: Realme Watch most shipped wearable in last two quarters in India, company tops segment in September 2020

Oppo offshoot Realme has emerged as the No. 1 brand in the wearables category in IDC India's Monthly Wearable Device Report of September 2020, gaining a share of 22.1% in India's wearables market. Additionally, IDC also revealed that Realme Watch was the most shipped device in India in the last two quarters, with a market share of 21.3% and 24.1% in Q2' 20 and Q3' 20, respectively. The Realme Watch was unveiled back in May and is the company's first smartwatch. It sports a 1.4" color display and comes with heart rate monitoring as well as an SpO2 sensor for blood oxygen level...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_watch_most_shipped_wearable_q2_q3_2020-news-46234.php

Samsung highlights the key features of Galaxy Buds+ and Galaxy Buds Live in new infographic

Samsung launched the bean-shaped Galaxy Buds Live earbuds in August alongside the Galaxy Note20 smartphones. Now, the company posted an infographic, showing how its new hearables stack up to the already existing Galaxy Buds+. Samsung Galaxy Buds+ vs Samsung Galaxy Buds Live The Samsung Galaxy Buds were decent and when the Galaxy Buds+ arrived with major boost in audio quality, we were really impressed. The Korean company says they provide “superior sound quality for an immersive listening experience”. It's not the Galaxy Buds Live sound terrible, but due to “comfortable...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_highlights_the_key_features_that_differentiate_galaxy_buds_and_galaxy_buds_live-news-46235.php

Samsung phones and tablets are now part of the Android Enterprise Recommended Program

Google launched its Enterprise Recommended program back in 2018 to help business clients select, manage and deploy devices to their employees. The biggest advantage of the program is that it tells businesses which devices are enterprise-ready and meet all security requirements. Samsung is the latest make jumping on board the Android Enterprise Recommended Program which already includes most established Android manufacturers. Businesses will now be able to choose between Google’s zero-touch enrollment (available on all devices running Android 9 and above) or Samsung’s own Knox Mobile...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_phones_and_tablets_are_now_part_of_the_android_enterprise_recommended_program-news-46233.php

Kuo: Apple won't release iPhone SE model in H1 2021

Apple fans got really excited when the affordable and compact iPhone SE (2020) was introduced back in April but apparently they are not getting a 2021 version of it. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Cupertino is not planning to launch a new SE smartphone in the first half of 2021. The prediction was part of a bigger analysis on the overall optics market - up to four Apple suppliers are into a fierce battle for providing cameras for the iPhone 13 and that is likely to affect the preparation and production of an eventual iPhone SE (2021). Kuo revealed that 2021 will see intense...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/kuo_apple_will_skip_on_iphone_se_in_h1_2021-news-46232.php

Samsung to expand One UI 3.0 beta program to foldable phones, 2019 falgships

Samsung has released One UI 3.0 beta for the Galaxy S20 and Note20 lineups. Today the company announced it will expand the beta program to eight more devices, which include the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, Galaxy Note10, Galaxy Note10+, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10 5G, Galaxy S10e, and Galaxy S10+. South Korean units will be the first to get a taste of One UI 3.0 beta, but you can expect the beta program to expand to more countries soon. One UI 3.0 beta will soon be available for these devices in South Korea Samsung hasn't revealed the exact date of One UI 3.0 beta's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_one_ui_3_beta_expansion_south_korea-news-46231.php

Reports from China claim Qualcomm has obtained license to sell chips to Huawei

Huawei is currently unable to manufacture its HiSilicon chips and the company has to look to other providers such as Mediatek. Today a report from China claimed Qualcomm has already received a license to supply Huawei, too, increasing its options. According to the report, Qualcomm will manage to match Huawei’s demand only if the Honor brand is off the shoulders of the Chinese company - currently, San Diego does not have the capacity to add the second biggest smartphone manufacturer to its portfolio. However, with Honor’s reported sale to Digital China for CNY100 billion ($15...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/reports_from_china_claim_qualcomm_will_sell_chips_to_huawei-news-46230.php