Huawei nova 8 Pro 4G goes official with 120Hz screen, 64MP camera, and 66W charging

Huawei announced the nova 8 Pro 5G last December, and now the company has followed it up with a 4G version, which is actually a nova 8 Pro 5G without 5G support. That means the nova 8 Pro 4G comes with a Kirin 985 SoC, Android 10-based EMUI 11.0, and two memory options - 8GB/128GB and 8GB/256GB. The Huawei nova 8 Pro 4G is built around a 6.72" FullHD+ 120Hz OLED screen of 2,676 x 1,236-pixel resolution with a fingerprint reader for biometric authentication and a pill-shaped hole in the top-left corner for the 16MP wide and 32MP ultrawide cameras. Around the back, we get a quad...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_nova_8_pro_4g_specs_price_sale_date-news-48826.php

Samsung Galaxy A01 receives Android 11 and One UI 3.0

According to users in Russia, Samsung has started rolling out One UI 3.0 update based on Android 11 for its budget Galaxy A01 smartphone, which was originally released back in late 2019 with Android 10. The firmware version is A015FXXU4BUD8 and it also carries April's security patch too. And although we don't have the changelog, it's not hard to assume what's new. The key Android 11 and One UI 3.0 changes and features should be at hand - new UI design courtesy of One UI along with Android 11-intrinsic features such as one-time permissions, chat bubbles, conversation grouping in the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a01_receives_android_11_and_one_ui_30-news-48827.php

Google accidentally reveals Pixel 5a camera details and samples

Google recently confirmed the existence of the Pixel 5a to clear the confusion and rumors that suggested otherwise. In a more recent blog post related to camera features and the capabilities of the HDR+ algorithm, the company linked a Google Photos gallery full of camera samples taken with already existing Pixel phones. Two of the images, however, stand out. The first image that you see below has since been taken down, but the EXIF data has already revealed what we needed and it clearly says Google Pixel 5a. This, in turn, suggests that there would only be one variant with Snapdragon 765G...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_accidentally_reveals_pixel_5a_camera_details_and_samples-news-48825.php

Xiaomi's Mi Mix Fold goes through an extensive 400,000 bending test

Xiaomi announced its own vision of a foldable smartphone, the Mi Mix Fold, almost a month ago and, of course, questions about the durability of the moving parts arise, as it's usually the case with foldable smartphones. To prove the rigidness of the Mi Mix Fold, Xiaomi put it to vigorous testing. The device withstood more than 400,000 bendings, which roughly translates to about 10 years of normal usage. One would argue that by that time, you'd have other more pressing issues with the phone. The test itself was carried out in the span of 7 days and the Mi Mix Fold was "violently"...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomis_mi_mix_fold_goes_through_an_extensive_400000_bending_test-news-48824.php

Verizon's Motorola One 5G UW gets Android 11 update

The Motorola One 5G UW for Verizon announced last October with Android 10 is receiving the Android 11 update. The new build comes with version number RPN31.Q1-51-30-1 and March 2021 Android security patch. It also brings new UI and features to the One 5G UW, such as Chat Bubbles and One-time Permissions. The Android 11 update is rolling out over the air, and if you haven't received a notification yet, you can check for the update manually by navigating to your One 5G UW's Settings > About phone > System updates menu. Source | Via

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YouTube's mobile apps get new video resolution settings

YouTube has started rolling out new video resolution settings for its Android and iOS apps. Until now, YouTube presented a list of resolutions for video playback along with an Auto option, which allowed the app to automatically adjust the video quality depending on the speed of your Internet connection. Old video quality settings But now, under the Quality menu of the video, you see a total of only four options - Auto, Higher picture quality, Data saver, and Advanced. Auto continues to work like before, while the Higher picture quality setting uses more data for a better quality...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/youtube_android_ios_mobile_app_new_video_resolution_settings-news-48821.php

Asus Zenfone 8 will become official on May 12, promised to be "compact in size"

Asus has announced when it's going to make the Zenfone 8 family of smartphones official. The unveiling event will take place on May 12 at 1 PM Eastern / 7 PM CET. We are thus less than 19 days away from that point, as the counter on the special event website helpfully informs us, with a handy countdown that perhaps unnecessarily includes seconds. The Taiwanese company says we should expect something that's "big on performance", and "compact in size". Regarding the former, the implication is obvious - expect a Snapdragon 888 chipset at the helm. As for the latter claim, we have seen a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_zenfone_8_will_become_official_on_may_12_promised_to_be_compact_in_size-news-48820.php

See if the Black Shark 4 bends like the Asus ROG Phone 5 and the Lenovo Legion Duel 2

2021 gaming phones have so far turned out to be suffering on the durability front, especially when we're talking bend tests. Recently we've seen both the Asus ROG Phone 5 and the Lenovo Legion Duel 2 snapping in two (or even three) when subjected to some bending pressure, and now it's another gaming phone's turn. The Black Shark 4 is the cheapest of the bunch, so does that mean it will fare even worse? There's only one way to tell, and that's to watch the JerryRigEverything video embedded below, in which Zack takes the phone through the usual 'durability test' procedures: scratching,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/see_for_yourself_if_the_black_shark_4_bends_like_the_asus_rog_phone_5_and_the_lenovo_legion_duel_2-news-48819.php

Our Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite (4G) video review is out

After our Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G video review, it’s time to turn our attention to the 4G Mi 11 Lite in our latest video breakdown. It’s €100 cheaper here in Europe compared to the 5G model so are the tradeoffs worth the saved cash? Join us as Will breaks down the Mi 11 Lite’s pros and cons. Xiaomi went for a dual glass design with the Mi 11 Lite 4G, though this model brings a glossy back instead of the matte we saw on the 5G model. As the “Lite” name suggests, the phone is really slim and tips the scale at just 157 grams. Mi 11 Lite 5G (right) next to Mi 11 Lite 4G...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_xiaomi_mi_11_lite_4g_video_review_is_out-news-48817.php

Realme 8 5G in for review

We’re in a transitional period – 5G is becoming more common, but is not yet the prevalent option. This is why we often get both a 4G and a 5G version of phones and, sometimes, the difference between them goes beyond the modem. That is the case for the Realme 8 5G and its 4G sibling. Part of it is unavoidable, most chipsets these days have built-in modems, so if you want a 5G modem, you need to switch to a 5G chipset. The Realme 8 5G arrives at the office - an affordable phone that loves 5G above all else Realme picked the Dimensity 700, MediaTek’s most basic 5G chip. The modem...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_8_5g_in_for_review-news-48818.php

Realme 8 Pro in Illuminating Yellow to arrive for sale on April 26

The Realme 8 Pro smartphone was unveiled a month ago in two colors - Black or Blue - and the brand promised a third option called Illuminating Yellow to come “soon”. The wait is finally over and the new color is finally hitting India on April 26. The new color is not just another paint job, it is an entirely new concept with some elements that glow in the dark. That’s right, the rim around the camera island and the “Dare To Leap” logo are coated with a fluorescent material that glows in the dark. Aside from that, the phone is impressive on the inside as well. It is the first Realme...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_8_pro_in_illuminating_yellow_to_arrive_for_sale_on_april_26-news-48815.php

Analysts: iPhone 12 series makes up 61% of Apple sales in the US, iPhone 11 still on top individually

The four iPhone 12 models made up 61% of the total iPhone sales in the US during the three month period ending in March, according to data by Consumer Intelligence Research Partners. The quartet is lead by the vanilla iPhone 12 as is the norm of Apple. The iPhone 11 dominated in March last year, making up a third of sales (it was as best seller even before that). Its predecessor, the iPhone XR, was once king of the hill as well. But we’ll get back to the 11. Moving on to the other members of the 12-series, the 12 Pro Max comes in second, then it’s the 12 Pro and, finally, the unpopular...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/analysts_iphone_12_series_makes_up_61_of_apple_sales_in_the_us_iphone_11_still_on_top_individually-news-48814.php

Asus ZenFone 8 with Snapdragon 888 and 8GB RAM spotted on Geekbench

We’ve seen several rumors surrounding Asus’ upcoming Zenfone 8 series and now the Zenfone 8 proper has made its way to Geekbench listing. The device was spotted with the ASUS_I004D model number which should correspond to the Zenfone 8 based on a kernel source code breakdown from the folks over at XDA Developers. The new listing reveals the Zenfone 8 packs a Snapdragon 888 chipset with 8 GB RAM and boots Android 11. The phone managed 1,124 single-core points and 3,669 points in the multi-core department. These scores are on par with other SD 888-powered phones and match up closely with the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_zenfone_8_with_snapdragon_888_and_8gb_ram_spotted_on_geekbench-news-48813.php

Pre-orders for the purple iPhone 12 and 12 mini, as well as the AirTags are now live

The Purple colorways of the iPhone 12 and 12 mini are going up on pre-order around the world, as are the much-awaited AirTags. The first units of both the smartphones and the tags will be available a week from now on April 30. It looks like Apple is coordinating the launch globally, the start is set for 12 noon UTC time, which is early in the morning for the US and Canada, the afternoon for the UK and Europe or the evening for Australia and New Zealand. The purple iPhone 12/12 mini cost the same as the other four colors, namely USD 750/650, GBP 800/700, EUR 900/800, INR...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/preorders_for_the_purple_iphone_12_and_12_mini_as_well_as_the_airtags_are_now_live-news-48812.php

Garmin unveils Venu 2 smartwatch in two sizes with double the battery life

Garmin unveiled the second generation of the Venu smartwatch, which was its first with an AMOLED display. The new models come in two sizes, the Garmin Venu 2 measures 45mm in diameter and packs a 1.3” display, the Venu 2S is 40mm with a 1.1” display. They have 416 x 416 px or 360 x 360 px resolution, respectively, and an optional Always On Mode. The displays are protected by Gorilla Glass 3, the bezel around the glass is stainless steel and the body of the watch is fiber-reinforced polymer. As before, the Venu watches are rated at 5 ATM water resistance (pool swimming is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/garmin_unveils_venu_2_smartwatch_in_two_sizes_with_double_the_battery_life-news-48810.php

Oppo A53s 5G with Dimensity 700 coming to India on April 27 for under INR15,000

A few days ago, Oppo launched the A74 5G in India for INR17,990 ($240/€200), and today, the company announced it will introduce yet another 5G smartphone in the country on April 27 - the Oppo A53s 5G. In a press note, Oppo confirmed the A53s 5G will be powered by the Dimensity 700 SoC and cost less than INR15,000 ($200/€165) in India. Oppo also shared an image, which reveals the smartphone will feature a side-mounted fingerprint reader and sport a triple camera setup on the back. The A53s 5G will be sold exclusively through Flipkart in India. The rest of its specs are currently...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a53s_5g_india_launch_date_price-news-48809.php

Redmi K40 Gaming to have an OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate

The Redmi K40 gaming phone will be the first handset of the Xiaomi brand, dedicated to mobile gamers. While being part of the K40 series, it is an entirely new phone with completely different specs from the currently available ones, and the latest feature we have learned is the top-notch display. Redmi will equip its new phone with an OLED with a 120Hz refresh rate and all the other latest bells and whistles that suit a flagship-tier phone. The new panel is 10-bit, meaning it will have 1.067 billion colors in theory, not like the 8-bit screens with 16 million colors, used only by...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k40_gaming_to_have_trendy_oled_with_120_hz_refresh_rate-news-48806.php

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11X Series and Mi QLED TV 75 debut in India

Xiaomi India capped off another big event earlier today where we saw the local launch of the brand’s most capable flagship – the Mi 11 Ultra alongside the Mi 11X series. The latter consists of two phones – the Mi 11X and Mi 11X Pro which are known internationally as the Redmi K40 and K40 Pro+. Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra The Mi 11 Ultra is arguably the best-equipped camera flagship of 2021 headlined by Samsung’s massive GN2 sensor which measures in at 1/1.12 inches. The 50MP module packs OIS and shoots up to 8K video. It’s joined by a 48MP periscope module which brings 5x optical zoom and OIS....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_11_ultra_mi_11x_series_and_mi_qled_tv_75_debut_in_india-news-48807.php

Huawei Mate 40 Pro 4G and Mate X2 4G coming to China

Huawei will soon start selling 4G-only versions of the Mate 40 Pro and Mate X2 in China. The two devices are listed on Huawei's official website with full specs, but no details about price or date of availability. The two phones are identical to their 5G-enabled counterparts in all other aspects, but naturally should cost less when they go on sale. The Huawei Mate 40 Pro is still cutting edge with a 5nm Kirin 9000 chipset, a potent 50MP 1/1.28-inch main camera, 12MP 5x periscope tele and 20MP ultrawide with PDAF. There's a single 6.76-inch 90Hz OLED of 1344x2772px...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate40_pro_4g_and_mate_x2_4g_coming_to_china-news-48805.php

Samsung Galaxy A22 5G appears on Geekbench with Dimensity 700

Yesterday we saw some detailed images of Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy A22 5G and now the device was spotted on Geekbench. Samsung Galaxy A22 5G listing on Geekbench The SM-A226B as it's known internally sports a Mediatek Dimensitty 700 chipset (MT6833V/NZA model number) and 6GB RAM while booting Android 11. The phone managed 562-points in the single-core test and 1,765-points in the multi-core department. Samsung Galaxy A22 5G (renders by OnLeaks) According to previous details, the Galaxy A22 5G will also bring a 48MP primary camera, 8MP ultrawide and two 2MP helpers. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a22_5g_appears_on_geekbench_with_dimensity_700-news-48804.php

New Realme pops up on TENAA with 65W fast charging

Realme introduced its Q3 series yesterday, but a new phone is already in the works. A device with the model number RMX3142 (also RMX3143 with different bands) appeared on TENAA, and while it looks like the Realme Q3 Pro or the Realme GT Neo, it is actually a new handset with different dimensions and faster charging speed. Realme RMX3142/3 This mysterious Realme has a 6.43” AMOLED with Full HD+ resolution and 4,400 mAh minimal charge of the battery with 65W fast charging. It does have similar specs to the Realme GT 5G flagship, but the footprint is different - RMX3142 measures...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_realme_pops_up_on_tenaa_with_65w_fast_charging-news-48803.php

Oppo K9 5G confirmed to come with Snapdragon 768G SoC

Oppo is hosting an event on May 6 to unveil the K9 5G along with a new fitness band and TWS earphones. The phone maker already confirmed that K9 5G will feature a 64MP triple camera and support 65W charging. Now Oppo has revealed the smartphone will be powered by the Snapdragon 768G SoC. The K9 5G will be 7.9mm thin, weigh 172 grams, and come with vapor chamber liquid cooling for sustained performance. Oppo K9 5G will come with Snapdragon 768G SoC and will be 7.9mm thin Oppo hasn't detailed the K9 5G's specs sheet yet, but the smartphone's listing on Chinese retailer JD.com's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_k9_5g_specs_chipset-news-48802.php

Samsung Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Watch3 receive new updates improving Wi-Fi

Samsung has started sending out a new update for two of its wearables - the original Galaxy Watch from 2018, as well as the Galaxy Watch3 from last year. It's nice to see the older model receiving the new software at exactly the same time as its successor. The new build is R80xXXU1FUD1 for the Galaxy Watch, and R84xXXU1BUD1 for the Galaxy Watch3. In both cases the lowercase "x" changes depending on your specific model and region. The older watch is currently only being graced with the update in Korea, while the newer model is getting it in the US, Canada, India, and Korea at the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch_and_galaxy_watch3_receive_new_updates_improving_wifi-news-48801.php

iOS 15 is rumored to revamp notifications, iPadOS 15 to change the home screen

Apple is holding its annual developer conference starting on June 7, and it's there where the company is expected to unveil the next iterations of its mobile operating systems: iOS 15 and iPadOS 15. The changes to these are always presented in early summer so that developers have time to update their apps until the new iteration officially drops alongside new iPhones in the fall. With iOS 15, Apple is rumored to debut a new feature that will allow you to set different notification preferences depending on your current status, and update said status easily from the lock screen or the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ios_15_is_rumored_to_revamp_notifications_ipados_15_to_change_the_home_screen-news-48800.php

More phones are getting MIUI 12.5

Xiaomi announced the newest iteration of its Android skin, MIUI 12.5 at an event in China in December, and has since shared its plans for expanding it to global markets. Back in China, the stable update has already been rolling out to Mi 11 units since earlier this month, and today the official MIUI Weibo account brought some more good news. Aside from the Mi 11, the update to MIUI 12.5 is now also rolling out to the Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11 Pro, Mi 10 Ultra, Mi 10 Pro, Mi 10, and Mi 9 SE. For all of these models, users in China should be able to receive the update after manually checking...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/more_phones_are_getting_miui_125-news-48799.php

Our full Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G video review is out

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite was launched in 4G and 5G variants, and having completed the text reviews, we are also ready with the full video review of the 5G option. Will goes through the key specs and highlight most of the differences with the LTE variant. The Mi 11 Lite 5G get its name not only because of its standing in the lineup but also its weight - it is just 160 grams, and is flat and thin as well, something we haven’t seen recently. It is equally impressive on the front - 6.55” AMOLED with 510 measured nits of brightness in Auto mode or 840 nits in bright sun. Xiaomi decided to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_full_xiaomi_mi_11_lite_5g_video_review_is_out-news-48791.php

You’ll soon be able to color calibrate your Apple TV from your iPhone

One of the more under-the-radar announcements from Apple’s Spring loaded event was the new Apple TV screen calibration feature on the new Apple TV 4K. The premise is that you can tweak your connected TV’s color profile by simply pointing your iPhone’s True Depth sensors and if any inaccuracies are picked up the connected Apple TV will receive the correct color profiling and adjust the picture on the TV. Now, 9to5Mac is reporting that the screen calibration feature is also compatible with older Apple TV units daring back to 2015’s Apple TV HD. You’ll need the latest tvOS 14.5 (which...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/youll_soon_be_able_to_color_calibrate_your_apple_tv_from_your_iphone-news-48798.php

Realme RMX3333 leaks on TENAA with 6.43-inch AMOLED, 4,220mAh battery

Today has been a big day for Realme. It brought the Realme 8 5G to India and then the 8 and 8 5G to Europe and finally the Realme Q3, Q3i and Q3 Pro to China. Now an unofficial Realme, wearing the model number RMX3333 has appeared on TENAA along with very comprehensive specs. It has a 6.43-inch AMOLED of 1080x2400px resolution, an octa-core processor that ramps up to 2.4GHz, 6GB or 8GB of RAM, 64GB, 128GB or 256GB of storage (expandable through microSD) and a 4,220mAh battery. The phone has a 16MP selfie camera, nestled inside a left-corner punch-hole in the screen. On the rear there...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_rmx3333_leaks_on_tenaa_with_643inch_amoled_4220mah_battery-news-48796.php

ZTE nubia NX666J with Red Magic logo shows up on TENAA

A new nubia Red Magic smartphone has appeared on the TENAA website with preliminary specs that include a Snapdragon 888 chipset, 6GB, 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 128GB, 256GB and 512GB of storage. The phone, model name NX666J measures 163.04x75.34x8.20mm and weighs 186g. It's powered by a 4,100mAh battery and has five cameras with at least one 64MP shooter. ZTE nubia NX666J nubia announced the Snapdragon 888-powered Red Magic 6/6 Pro and the Axon 30 Pro/Ultra. It has yet to announce the rumored Nubia Z series devices, but seeing the Red Magic logo on the NX666J, it likely...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_nubia_nx666j_with_red_magic_logo_shows_up_on_tenaa-news-48792.php

Realme launches global wallpaper design contest, lets you win up to $10,000

The Realme brand is known not only for its affordable handsets but also for its massive engagement with fans and users around the world. We have just received a press release from the company, announcing the launch of the second global wallpaper design contest. Users, designers and design students from all over the world will be able to compete and create wallpapers for the Realme 8 5G smartphone, and the best ones will grab cash rewards of up to $10,000, as well as internships at the Realme offices. The global contest has already opened, and we’ve provided a link in the Source...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_launches_global_wallpaper_design_contest_with_prizes_of_up_to_10000-news-48789.php

Renders of the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G show the phone from all angles

A few days ago we saw renders of cases for the Samsung Galaxy A22, but today OnLeaks published cleaner renders (without a case getting in the way). And there is a video too. Note that this is specifically the 5G version of the phone – not that the 4G one will look any different, but this should be the new “cheapest 5G Samsung” once it goes official. Currently, that title is held by the A32 5G, which was the first 5G Galaxy to go under €300. Samsung Galaxy A22 5G (renders by OnLeaks) From the front, the phone looks the same as the A32 5G, down to the teardrop notch (13 MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/renders_of_the_samsung_galaxy_a22_5g_show_the_phone_from_all_angles-news-48797.php

Oppo F19 Pro+ 5G hands-on review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_f19_pro_plus_5g-review-2257.php

RedMagic Watch now available globally

The nubia RedMagic Watch was announced back in March for its home market of China. Now the gaming smartwatch has made its way to the global stage and is available in black or white colors for $99/ €99/ £89 from the RedMagic store. RedMagic Watch in black and white RedMagic Watch brings a round 1.39-inch AMOLED display with 15-day battery life and tracking for 16 sports. You also get heart rate and blood oxygen tracking alongside sleep and stress metrics. Other specs include onboard GPS and 5ATM water resistance. Source

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmagic_watch_now_available_globally-news-48794.php

Realme Q3 Pro with Dimensity 1100 unveiled, joined by Q3 (Snapdragon 750G) and Q3i (Dimensity 700)

It has been a busy day for Realme – after events in India and Europe, the company moved its attention to launching the Q3 series in China. These are brand new, affordable 5G phones starting at just CNY 1,000 ($155) and there is three of them. The top two phones will be available for pre-order starting today, but only in China for now. Pre-orders for the Q3i model start later today. You will find all three on realme.com, as well as JD and other retailers. Realme Q3 Pro The Realme Q3 Pro is the leader of the pack yet its launch price is that much higher, CNY 1,600 ($245/€205). That...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_q3_pro_with_dimensity_1100_unveiled_joined_by_q3_snapdragon_750g_and_q3i_dimensity_700-news-48795.php

Oppo Smart Tag tracker leaks

With Apple’s AirTag official and Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag already on sale for a while, we see the Tile’s tracking dominance challenged. It seems more competition is coming soon as Oppo’s Smart Tag was spotted by leakster Digital Chat Station who shared two images of the device on Weibo. Oppo Smart Tag tracker design We can see Oppo’s tracker sports a round puck shape and features a USB-C port for charging which is not that common with other makers. For reference, Tile, Samsung and Apple’s trackers rely on CR2032 batteries which give you battery life ranging from several months to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_smart_tag_tracker_leaks_-news-48790.php

iPhone 13 mini prototype photographed, the two cameras are now laid out diagonally

Last week we saw renders of the iPhone 13 mini, which showed a slightly redesigned camera with the two lenses in a diagonal arrangement instead of one over the other. The latest leak, a hands-on photo of a prototype mini, shows just that same design and lends credibility to the renders. Note that this is just a prototype – Apple is months away from starting mass production of the 13-series, so the design is not set in stone. If Cupertino does settle on this design, it will most likely be carried over to the larger iPhone 13 as well. Hands-on photo of an iPhone 13 mini...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_13_mini_prototype_photographed_the_two_cameras_are_laid_out_diagonally-news-48793.php

Realme 8 and Realme 8 5G are coming to Europe in May, both priced at €200

When Realme launched the 8-series a month ago, only the 8 Pro was promised for Europe, the 8 wasn’t coming. Well, it is now and it won’t be traveling alone – the Realme 8 5G is headed to the Old Continent as well. The Realme 8 will be available in May and it will start at €200. That is a fair bit lower than the Pro model, which goes for €300. Comparing the two, they share the same 6.4” Super AMOLED display (1080p+, 60 Hz), but have different cameras, chipsets and batteries. The vanilla 8 has a 64MP main cam (vs. 108MP on the Pro), the 8MP ultrawide module is the same. It is powered...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_8_and_realme_8_5g_are_coming_to_europe_in_may_both_priced_at_200-news-48788.php

Realme teases the first Dimensity 1200-powered smartphone for India

The Realme 8 5G was unveiled in India today and the company had a “one more thing” moment – it will be the first to bring a Dimensity 1200-powered smartphone to India. However, today’s event was focused on the 8-series model, so we’ll have to wait for more details. We have been hearing rumors of a Realme X9 Pro that was teased with the 1200 chip. However, we should note that this name was never confirmed officially. The company did launch a phone with MediaTek’s flagship chipset, the Realme GT Neo. Does X9 Pro = GT Neo? Maybe. Currently, no GT models are available in India. However, the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_teases_the_first_dimensity_1200powered_smartphone_for_india-news-48787.php

Realme 8 5G hits India

After debuting in Thailand yesterday, the Realme 8 5G now arrives in India. Despite some design similarities with the Realme 8, the 5G model is an entirely new device that comes with several key differences starting with the chipset. Realme 8 5G is the first device in India with MediaTek’s Dimensity 700 SoC. The 7nm chip supports sub-6 GHz connectivity with peak speeds of 2.77Gbps. It comes paired with 4/8GB RAM and 128GB storage which is expandable via microSD. There’s a 6.5-inch IPS LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate and FHD+ resolution. The punch hole cutout houses a 16MP selfie...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_8_5g_hits_india-news-48786.php

Xiaomi Redmi K40 Gaming video demoes new shoulder keys

The Redmi K40 Gaming will be powered by the Dimensity 1200, when it launches next week. Despite being part of an already established lineup, it will be essentially a new handset with new cameras, design and other hardware features. One of them are shoulder keys for gaming, which will pop up from the side once a slider is pulled. Here’s a neat video by Redmi, explaining how this works. The brand says the keys are so good for clicking, they can even be used as fidget toys when the user is not gaming. They deliver a crisp sound every time they is pressed and closes with a magnet,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_k40_gaming_video_demoes_new_shoulder_keys-news-48785.php

OnePlus Gaming Triggers go on sale in India

Initially teased during the OnePlus 9 series launch event, the OnePlus Gaming Triggers are now up for sale in India. The clip-on accessory adds two shoulder buttons that attach independently on both Android and iOS devices as long as their thickness does not exceed 11.5 mm. OnePlus touts the new accessory as ideal for multiplayer titles like PUBG, Call of Duty and Free Fire. We designed the OnePlus gaming triggers to be solid, responsive, pleasingly “clicky,” and, yes, beautiful. We also made sure they work with many other phones—because the best product design is one that leaves you free...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_gaming_triggers_go_on_sale_in_india-news-48784.php

Verizon's Samsung Galaxy Note20 series get new camera features

The Samsung Galaxy S10 locked to Verizon's network recently got a new software update which bumped up the Android security patch level on the smartphone to April 2021 and brought new camera features. Those same features have made their way to Verizon's Galaxy Note20 5G and Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G along with the April patch and new background effects for the Portrait Mode. Here's the full changelog of the new update for the Note20 duo: Pro Mode – Ultra Wide Ultra wide lens is now available in Pro and Pro Video camera modes. Portrait – Mono/Backdrop Effects ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note20_note20_ultra_april_2021_security_patch-news-48783.php

Watch the Realme 8 5G India launch live

The Realme 8 5G was introduced yesterday in Thailand, and today it will hit India. The event is scheduled for 12:30 IST (that’s 07:00 UTC) and will be livestreamed for those of you wanting to follow it live. The Realme 8 5G is quite different from the 4G variant of the Realme 8, despite the similar naming. While some specs like the Dimensity 700 and 6.5” screen are definitely an improvement, Realme had to dial back the cameras. The answers we expect from this event concern pricing and availability - will Realme 8 5G stay around $320 (equal to INR24,000) or will the brand introduce...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/watch_the_realme_8_5g_india_launch_live-news-48782.php

Samsung Galaxy M40 gets Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update

The Samsung Galaxy M40 announced back in 2019 with Android 9 Pie picked up the Android 10 update last March, and now it's receiving Android 11 with One UI 3.1. The new firmware sports version number M405FDDU2CUC6 and requires a hefty download of around 2GB. It comes with the March 2021 Android security and the usual Android 11 and One UI 3.1 goodies such as redesigned UI, chat bubbles, one-time permissions, and a newer version of the Samsung Keyboard. The update is currently seeding in India, and those who haven't received an update prompt yet can head to the Settings > Software...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_m40_android_11_one_ui_3_1_update-news-48781.php

Instagram introduces new tools to filter abusive DM requests

Instagram’s efforts to block hateful or abusive DM requests will soon be taken another step further. In Instagram’s latest blog post, the app outlines how it will further prevent people from even seeing hateful or abusive DMs in the first place. As Instagram explains, most hateful or unwanted messages come from DM requests. These are direct messages from users that have never messaged you before and/or that you may not even follow. Instagram will begin filtering a list of keywords and emojis that was developed in collaboration with leading anti-discrimination and anti-bullying...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/instagram_introduces_new_tools_to_filter_abusive_dm_requests-news-48780.php

OnePlus Watch will get an always-on display, more features

The OnePlus Watch launched last month to not-very-great reviews, and today the company has come out with a plan for future updates that will rectify some of the pain points reviewers were frustrated with. But first, there's a new firmware update out for the watch today. This is version B.40, and it improves GPS performance, as well as the accuracy of tracking walking and running. The heart rate monitoring and notification syncing algorithms have been optimized, and the raise-to-wake function should be better too. Finally, you get notification app icons for the most frequently used apps....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_watch_will_get_an_alwayson_display_more_features-news-48779.php

Google Pixel 5a 5G will have the Snapdragon 765G at the helm

The Google Pixel 5a is rumored to get official on June 11, and so far a leak has showed us that it will have a design that's practically indistinguishable from that of the Pixel 4a 5G. Its dimensions make it closer to that phone than to the smaller Pixel 4a too. If you were wondering what sort of horsepower to expect under the hood, well - let's cut right to the chase here. The Pixel 5a 5G will have the Snapdragon 765G chipset at the helm, just like the Pixel 4a 5G and the Pixel 5. That SoC is definitely getting a bit old right now, especially with the Snapdragon 780G being official and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_5a_5g_will_have_the_snapdragon_765g_at_the_helm-news-48777.php

Redmi K40 Gaming Edition teased with impressive AnTuTu score

Xiaomi is gearing up to launch yet another phone from the Redmi K40 family but this time it's going to be gaming-centric. A handful of teasers in the past have revealed some of the key specs, including a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset. Now yet another teaser gives us a hint of the performance too. In an AnTuTu 9 benchmark test, the device scored an impressive 724,495 points, which is just above the Snapdragon 870 we tested on the OnePlus 9R and the vivo X60 Pro. The latter achieved 720,352 points overall. In addition to the Dimensity 1200 SoC, the gaming-focused K40 will offer a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k40_gaming_edition_teased_with_impressive_antutu_score-news-48774.php

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G with a Snapdragon 865 chipset is official

We heard it was happening, and now it's official. Samsung is making the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 the chipset across the entire Galaxy S20 FE range - both 4G and 5G models. The evidence comes from Samsung's Swedish website, which has the Galaxy S20 FE, model number SM-G780G, listed with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage - a model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB is reportedly also coming. Up until now there was a Snapdragon 865-powered Galaxy S20 FE with 5G thanks to the Qualcomm X55 modem and an Exynos 990-powered Galaxy S20 that tops out at 4G and was also cheaper. Now that there will be...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_galaxy_s20_fe_4g_with_a_snapdragon_865_chipset_now_selling-news-48776.php

Samsung Galaxy A72 4G in for review

Samsung's Galaxy A line has been a runaway success since it got revamped two years ago. And this year the distance between the premium Galaxy S21+ and the Galaxy A72 is as small as ever. The Galaxy A72 has a high-refresh rate AMOLED screen, stereo speakers, IP68 protection, a quad camera and a big battery - there's an uncompromising package if we ever saw one. We have the Snapdragon 720G-powered Galaxy A72 4G at the office today. It comes with a 25W charger and USB cable. We wish Samsung would bundle a case with its Galaxy A series phones, though, but odds are next year we won't...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a72_4g_in_for_review-news-48729.php