Xiaomi Mi 9 SE global starts receiving Android 11/MIUI 12.5 stable update

Xiaomi's Mi 9 SE has originally launched with Android 9 a little over two years ago so it's nice to see that the OEM is keeping tabs on its older devices too. The new update doesn't bump the MIUI version of the software but it delivers the newer version of Android 11. The MIUI 12.5 update based on Android 11 has already been distributed to the Chinese users back in March so the global variant is due as well. Also, keep in mind that this is a staged rollout so some markets may have to wait a couple of days before they get the chance to update to V12.5.1.0.RFBMIXM., which is the global...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_9_se_global_starts_receiving_android_11_miui_125_stable_update-news-49476.php

OnePlus 9R receives a hotfix for battery drain

Just a few days ago, OnePlus pushed a rather big update to the OnePlus 9 series addressing some software, camera and battery issues. However, it seems that the update to OxygenOS 11.2.6.6 didn't go so well for the OnePlus 9R and caused some battery drain problems. The hotfix to OxygenOS 11.2.3.3 seems to address just that. The changelog is pretty short but it also vaguely mentions that the patch solves a known issue. Sounds like a minor bug has been squashed. Anyway, OnePlus says that the rollout is incremental and it would take some time to reach all OnePlus 9R units. The file...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_9r_receives_a_hotfix_for_battery_drain-news-49475.php

vivo Y73 with triple camera teased ahead of launch

vivo unveiled the Y73s last October, and it will soon follow up with the vanilla Y73 as the Indian division's Director of Brand Strategy, Mr. Nipun Marya, posted the phone's teaser on Twitter. Guess who? Coming soon. #Itsmystyle #vivoY73 pic.twitter.com/DCOKRMWMAf— Nipun Marya (@nipunmarya) June 5, 2021 The image reveals the design of the Y73's rear panel, which is different than the Y73s'. The camera island, which includes three shooters, also has a different shape. It looks similar to the camera modules on the vivo X60 and X60 Pro. Neither Mr. Marya nor vivo tell us anything...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_y73_design_teaser-news-49478.php

Samsung Galaxy M21 Prime Edition to be released in India soon

The Galaxy M21 has been released a little over a year ago in India and according to a couple of certification websites, the Prime Edition of the handset is about to make its debut too. The model number and marketing name have been spotted on Google Play Supported Devices list, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and Samsung's Indian support page. Having said that, it's probably safe to assume that the M21 Prime Edition is intended for the Indian market. The Prime Edition status gives the user access to Amazon's subscription service Prime for some short period of time and the device itself...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_m21_prime_edition_to_be_released_in_india_soon-news-49474.php

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE appears in colorful renders

Leaked renders gave us our first look at the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE back in April, revealing the smartphone's design, which is similar to the Galaxy S21's. Now a new set of S21 FE's renders have surfaced, showing us the smartphone in four colors. You can check them out below. Samsung Galaxy S21 FE leaked renders The Galaxy S21 FE (SM-G990B) was spotted on Geekbench last month with Snapdragon 888 SoC, 6GB RAM, and Android 11. The S21 FE is also rumored to feature a 6.41" flat screen (likely AMOLED) with the punch hole accommodating a 32MP selfie camera. The smartphone will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s21_fe_colors_press_renders-news-49473.php

Black Shark 4 gets a new memory variant

The Black Shark 4 gaming smartphone unveiled in March now comes in a new memory configuration in China - 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. It's priced at CNY2,999 ($470/€385) and is up for purchase through Black Shark's official website and JD.com. At CNY2,999, the new 8GB/256GB model costs the same as the 12GB/128GB version, so the purchase decision depends on whether you want more RAM or storage. The other variants come in 6GB/128GB, 8GB/128GB, and 12GB/256GB configurations, priced at CNY2,499 ($390/€320), CNY2,699 ($420/€345), and CNY3,299 ($515/€425), respectively. The Black Shark 4 is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/black_shark_4_8gb_256gb_model_price_sale_date-news-49472.php

iQOO Z3 price in India rumored

We already know that vivo sub-brand iQOO is going to make the Z3 smartphone official for the Indian market on June 8, with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 768G SoC on board. You may however have been wondering about its price. According to a new leak, the phone will start at INR 19,990 for the version with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, although this could also be INR 1,000 more. The 8/128GB version is said to be priced at INR 21,990, while the top of the line variant with 8/256GB is rumored to go for INR 23,990. That's some pretty competitive pricing right there from iQOO, provided of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_z3_price_in_india_rumored-news-49471.php

Google follows Apple in letting users opt-out of ad tracking on Android

Apple made a significant change with iOS 14.5, requiring app developers to explicitly ask for the app’s permission to track the user’s information for personalized ads. Apple’s change was meant to give its customers more privacy and transparency when it comes to data collection. Apple's App Tracking Transparency prompt on iOS Google has confirmed that it too will make the change for Android users to opt out of ad tracking, but not in the same explicit manner that Apple has done. Starting with Android 12, developers will no longer have access to the user’s Advertising ID and if...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_follows_apple_in_letting_users_optout_of_ad_tracking_on_android-news-49470.php

Realme GT 5G in for review

The latest device we have at the office is the Realme GT 5G. Though it launched in China back in March, it has been announced for India and has been confirmed to come to European markets as well. The Realme GT 5G is positioned in the midrange category but it’s powered by the Snapdragon 888, so it will be getting a lot of attention throughout the year. The phone has a 6.43-inch Super AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution. The design is conventional: glass on the back with shiny edges around the frame. These edges and the back glass attract fingerprints like...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt_5g_in_for_review-news-49469.php

Walmart buys 740,000 Samsung Galaxy XCover Pros for use in its stores in the US

With the stroke of a pen the Galaxy XCover Pro becomes a success for Samsung – the company has reached an agreement with retail giant Walmart to sell 740,000 units that will be used by Walmart associates. This is Samsung’s biggest mobile enterprise deal in the US ever. Walmart Global Tech, an in-house software development team, was working on an app that will help employees simplify their daily tasks and assist customers. Features include mobile clock-in and checking schedules. Then Walmart approached Samsung for the hardware side of things and the XCover Pro was chosen for the job. It...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/walmart_buys_740000_samsung_galaxy_xcover_pros_for_use_in_its_stores_in_the_us-news-49468.php

Sony Xperia 10 III review

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2022 iPad Pro to bring wireless charging, redesigned iPad mini coming in 2021

Apple is looking to bring wireless charging to the iPad Pro in 2022, according to industry sources. The next iPad Pro is said to adopt a glass back in order to achieve wireless charging capabilities and would reportedly use the MagSafe magnetic accessory system. As part of the same report, sources claim that Apple is testing a redesigned iPad mini with narrower screen bezels and no home button. This would mark the first redesign of the iPad mini in its six year history. Previous reports have claimed that Apple would make some iPad's OLED in 2022, possibly the smaller iPad Pro,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/2022_ipad_pro_to_bring_glass_back_and_wireless_charging_redesigned_ipad_mini_coming_soon-news-49466.php

What could have been: the LG Velvet 2 Pro had an S888 chip and a keyless design

The LG Velvet didn’t revitalize the company’s smartphone business as it had hoped. It was one pricey mid-ranger with a neat design, though nothing jaw dropping. The company is no longer making phones, but here’s a look at what could have been if it had stuck around long enough to introduce the second generation of Velvet. Marketing materials were tweeted out by leakster @FrontTron, who also added helpful translations. This would have been a proper flagship with a Snapdragon 888 chipset, instead of puttering along with a 765G like the Velvet 5G did (or dusting off the old 845 chip like the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/what_could_have_been_the_lg_velvet_2_pro_had_an_s888_chip_and_a_keyless_design-news-49465.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3’s under-display camera to offer improved light transmittance

There’s plenty of talk that Samsung will announce its first under-display camera on a smartphone with the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold3. Now, tipster IceUniverse is adding some clarity on the matter by addressing a key factor in image quality for such sensors - light transmittance. Based on his tip, the Galaxy Z Fold3’s UD camera will bring over 40% better light transmittance than any other camera of this type thus far. Fold3's UPC transmittance is as high as 40%+, which is much higher than any other brand UPC solutions you have ever seen.— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) June 4, 2021 For...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold3s_underdisplay_camera_to_offer_improved_light_transmittance-news-49463.php

Apple finds a new mini-LED supplier for the MacBook 14 and 16 to help with the H2 launch

A couple of weeks ago DigiTimes reported that Apple’s plans to introduce MacBook Pro laptops with mini-LED displays will be hampered by limited supply. In fact, Cupertino is struggling to keep even its first and so far only mini-LED product in stock – orders for the iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) in the US have estimated delivery times around mid to late July. Now the publication brings a spot of good news – Osram Opto Semiconductors has reportedly signed on as a mini-LED supplier that will help with the push to release the new MacBook Pros in the second half of 2021. These are expected in 14”...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_iphone_13_series_will_have_larger_batteries_likely_to_offset_the_extra_power_draw_of_the_120_hz_-news-49461.php

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 successor detailed, 4nm process and X65 modem

Exactly one week ago we got the first details about Qualcomm’s next flagship chipset – the Snapdragon 888+ thanks to a Geekbench listing. Today, we get our first set of info on the actual next-gen successor to the SD 888 via well-known leaker Evan Blass who shared a preliminary spec sheet of the next-gen flagship SoC on his Twitter. "SM8450 is Qualcomm's next-gen premium system-on-chip (SoC). It has an integrated Snapdragon X65 5G Modem-RF system. It is fabricated on a 4nm process." pic.twitter.com/u1GXMhOWBf— Evan Blass (@evleaks) June 3, 2021 The SM8450 or Waipio as its known...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomms_snapdragon_888_successor_detailed_4nm_process_and_x65_modem-news-49459.php

Dimensity 900-powered Oppo runs Geekbench, tops Snapdragon 750G/765G results

Currently we know of only one phone that uses MediaTek’s new Dimensity 900 chipset and that is the Oppo Reno6 5G. That particular chip (MT6877V/ZA) was spotted running Geekbench inside the Oppo CPH2251. Is that the Reno6 5G? Perhaps, but it could be a related Reno device. Geekbench 5 scores: Oppo CPH2251 with Dimensity 900 The score is pretty interesting as the Dimensity 900 is one of the most promising mid-range chipsets to be announced recently. It is a 6nm chip with two Cortex-A78 cores (2.4 GHz), a Mali-G68 MC4 GPU and a 5G modem. Unfortunately we don’t have score results for...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/dimensity_900powered_oppo_runs_geekbench_tops_snapdragon_750g_765g_results-news-49460.php

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888+ detailed, 4nm process and X65 modem

Exactly one week ago we got the first details about Qualcomm’s next flagship chipset – the Snapdragon 888+ thanks to a Geekbench listing. Today, we get our first set of details via well-known leaker Evan Blass who shared a preliminary spec sheet of the upcoming flagship SoC on his Twitter. "SM8450 is Qualcomm's next-gen premium system-on-chip (SoC). It has an integrated Snapdragon X65 5G Modem-RF system. It is fabricated on a 4nm process." pic.twitter.com/u1GXMhOWBf— Evan Blass (@evleaks) June 3, 2021 The SM8450 or Waipio as its known internally will be fabricated on a 4nm process and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomms_snapdragon_888_detailed_4nm_process_and_x65_modem-news-49459.php

ZTE Axon 30 Ultra 5G open sales begin in multiple regions, prices start at $750/€750/£650

When we reviewed the ZTE Axon 30 Ultra 5G we found that it undercuts the ultimate flagships in terms of price and then uses its superior camera hardware to stand above the phones in its price range. It’s not perfect, but it does offer great value for the money. ZTE Axon 30 Ultra 5G Specifically, $750/€750/£650 for the base model with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB storage. If you want more memory, the 12/256 GB version is $850/€850/£740. The phone is available in multiple countries around the world starting today, June 4. You can find it on the official store. ZTE officially ships...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_axon_30_ultra_5g_open_sales_begin_in_multiple_regions_prices_start_at_750_750_650-news-49458.php

US Government bans investment in Huawei and 58 other Chinese companies

In the latest episode of the US-China geopolitical showdown, President Joe Biden is enforcing a new executive order that bans investment in 59 Chinese companies including Huawei effective from August 2. The new decision prevents US investments in Chinese companies with suspected ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Joining Huawei on the list is chip maker SMIC, telecom operator China Mobile, video surveillance company Hikvision, and a plethora of Chinese defense sector companies. A senior US official confirmed that more Chinese companies will likely be added to the list in the months...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/us_government_bans_investment_in_huawei_and_58_other_chinese_companies_-news-49457.php

Realme Watch S gets a new color variant

The Realme Watch S was unveiled last November in Black color, and today it is joined by a new Silver variant. At INR4,999 ($70/€55), it's priced the same as the Black model, and it will go on sale in India starting June 7 through Flipkart and Realme's official website. Except for the color, everything remains the same on the new Silver model, meaning you get a 1.3" screen with Gorilla Glass protection, a 390 mAh battery advertised to offer up to 15 days of endurance, and IP68 water resistance. Realme Watch S Silver variant The Realme Watch S also comes with the camera and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_watch_s_silver_model_price_sale_date-news-49456.php

Sirin's V3 is a $2,650 Galaxy S21 with a focus on security

Sirin Labs, a mobile cybersecurity company that launched Finney - a blockchain smartphone with an embedded cold storage crypto wallet in 2018 - has announced a new smartphone, dubbed Sirin V3. The Sirin V3 is a Samsung Galaxy S21 with an extra focus on information security, with the security platform based on Samsung Knox. Samsung Galaxy S21 The V3 comes with what Sirin calls a Dual-Persona solution having two separate spaces you can switch between easily - a Personal mode that provides "complete user autonomy and strong baseline security", and a Confidential Work Space mode...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sirin_v3_specs_price_sale_date-news-49455.php

Google Pixel’s Astrophotography may get a timelapse feature soon

An update to Google’s Pixel Tips app shows hints that the Pixel camera app is gaining a new feature. This is specifically for the Astrophotography camera feature that lets Pixel owners take breathtaking long-exposure photos of the night skies or moon-lit landscapes. As 9to5Google reports, the Pixel Tips App has been recently updated and it’s noted that this update routinely arrives prior to Google’s periodic Feature Drop update. Code within the Pixel Tips App contains a hint that there may be a new “Astrotimelapse” feature coming to the Google Camera. That’s...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_astrophotography_to_get_timelapse_mode-news-49453.php

Apple hints at Android app for AirTags, new update discourages unwanted tracking

Apple’s AirTag trackers have been on the market for about a month and a new firmware update is now rolling out to Apple’s pretty, round trackers as CNET reports. The new update changes the way that the AirTag alerts passersby of a lost tracker in the vicinity. It is also changing the time window for when it will make a sound to alert others of a lost tracker. Prior to the update, AirTag trackers would only emit a noise after three days of being lost. As a way to prevent users from using AirTags to track people without their knowledge, the lost AirTag will now play a sound within a time...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_hints_at_android_app_for_airtags_new_update_discourages_unwanted_tracking-news-49454.php

Poco X3 GT will be the Chinese Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G for the rest of the world, rumor says

Poco's lineup keeps on growing this year, and we were already expecting the next addition to be the Poco F3 GT, coming in the third quarter (July-September) as the global incarnation of the Chinese Redmi K40 Gaming edition. But now it looks like that's not the only product line that will get a GT model. In fact, rumor has it, there will also be a Poco X3 GT, to complement the Poco X3 Pro in the roster. The Poco X3 GT is said to be the global version of the Chinese Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G, which became official last month. Confirmed.Redmi Note 10 Pro CN = #POCOX3GT....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_x3_gt_will_be_the_chinese_redmi_note_10_pro_5g_for_the_rest_of_the_world_rumor_says-news-49452.php

Google makes the Pixel Buds A-Series official with $99 price tag

Following quite a few leaks, today Google has unceremoniously made the Pixel Buds A-Series official. These are true wireless earbuds, like the Pixel Buds, but they're cheaper, at $99. You can pre-order a pair from the Google Store right now. The Pixel Buds A-Series have IPx4 rating for resistance to splashing of water, and a design that will supposedly give you a snug and secure fit while working out. The battery life is 5 hours of music or 2.5 hours of talking on a single charge, with up to 24 hours of total music listening or 12 hours of total talk time with the included charging case. A...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_makes_the_pixel_buds_aseries_official_with_99_price_tag-news-49451.php

Poco M3 Pro 5G review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_m3_pro_5g-review-2275.php

Exclusive: leaked renders reveal Honor 50 and 50 Pro camera specs

A couple of months ago we showed you a leaked invite that teased a large ring around the main camera of the Honor 50. Today we received something else in our tip box – high resolution renders showing the backs of what we assume are the Honor 50 and Honor 50 Pro. You can zoom in close enough to read the camera label, which was absent from the previous leaked render. The Honor 50 Pro will have a 108MP camera with an f/1.8 lens. The second ring is home to two cameras and while their specs aren’t indicated, neither looks like it has a periscope lens. The previous render showed a periscope...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/exclusive_leaked_renders_reveal_honor_50_and_50_pro_camera_specs-news-49441.php

vivo Y70t announced with Exynos 880 and 4,500 mAh battery

A third member of vivo’s Y70 series was announced in China today, say hello to the Y70t. Despite the Y70 branding, then new phone features identical specs to last year’s Y51s which itself was quite similar to the Y70s from earlier that year save for some different auxiliary cameras. You get a 6.53-inch IPS LCD with a punch hole cutout for the 8MP selfie cam. There’s a side-mounted fingerprint on the power button and a headphone jack next to the USB-C port. The camera setup includes a 48MP main cam backed by a 2MP macro cam and 2MP depth helper. Samsung’s Exynos 880 SoC sits at the helm...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_y70t_announced_in_china_with_exynos_880_and_4500_mah_battery-news-49449.php

Galaxy A22 5G goes official with €230 price tag, LTE-only Galaxy A22 also unveiled

Move over Galaxy A32 5G, Samsung has a new cheapest 5G phone – the Galaxy A22 5G will become available in July starting at €230. For comparison, the A32 5G started at €280 and the weird thing is that the A22 5G is the better phone. Not that we’re complaining. Also, there’s a 4G model of the A22 that differs in several key aspects beyond the connectivity. Before we dive into the details, check out these infographics that focus the top features of each model and help highlight the differences: Infographics: Galaxy A22 5G • Galaxy A22 Samsung Galaxy A22 5G Samsung doesn’t like...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_a22_5g_goes_official_with_230_price_tag_lteonly_galaxy_a22_also_unveiled-news-49450.php

Realme to offer over twenty 5G phones by the end of 2022

On the verge of its three-year anniversary, Realme held a 5G summit in partnership with the GSM Association, Qualcomm and Counterpoint Research where it outlined its ambitions to make 5G connectivity accessible to millions of users around the world. During the keynote, Realme announced its goal of reaching 100 million active 5G smartphone users by 2024 and also plans to expand its 5G offerings by 70% across 50 markets as early as next year. We believe that in the 5G era, helping to accelerate the adoption of this new technology is a crucial mission for Realme. We will work hard to help...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_to_offer_over_twenty_5g_phones_by_the_end_of_2022-news-49447.php

OnePlus is working on a smart tag of its own

After Apple and Samsung released their smart tag offerings, it looks as if other OEMs want to join the party. And according to a trademark filing on May 18, OnePlus might be the next in line. It has reportedly filed for the name "OnePlusTag". Of course, this might not mean what we think it means but odds are it's about a competitor to Apple's AirTag and Samsung's SmartTag. This might also be taken as a hint that OnePlus' future devices would support Ultra Wideband (UWB) because the future smart tag won't work with current OnePlus devices. Via 1 • Via 2

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_is_working_on_a_smart_tag_of_its_own-news-49442.php

Samsung’s new Galaxy Book Go laptops bring Snapdragon chipsets and LTE/5G connectivity

There’s a new pair of affordable Arm-based laptops from Samsung powered by the second-gen Snapdragon 7c and 8cx platforms. The regular Galaxy Book Go comes in both Wi-Fi only and LTE variants while the 5G model gets you next-gen connectivity on the Go. Both feature 14-inch TFT display with 1920 x 1080-pixel resolution and 720p webcams. The Go model runs on the second-gen Snapdragon 7c chipset while the 5G variant makes do with the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G platform. You can get either with 4 or 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 64/128GB eUFS storage. The software front is covered by Windows 10...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsungs_new_galaxy_book_go_laptops_bring_snapdragon_chipsets_and_lte_5g_connectivity_-news-49443.php

You can now watch HBO Max for $10 a month on the ad-supported plan

As promised, HBO Max has rolled out its lower-tier subscription plan that will set you back $10 a month as opposed to the standard $15 plan. However, this with a couple of catches, the more notable of which is the inclusion of ads. HBO promises that the ads would be "elegant and respectful" and will feature great storytelling. In other words, they are supposed to be engaging and fun. They will be far in-between too. Beyond that the new tier offers the same TV shows and movies as the $15 plan with the exception of the same-day movie releases from Warner Bros. such as The Suicide...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/you_can_now_watch_hbo_max_for_10_a_month_but_theres_a_catch-news-49439.php

Samsung Galaxy A22 5G said to have a 90Hz 1080p

The Samsung Galaxy A22 5G will have a 90Hz display, an IPS LCD panel whose dimensions aren’t quite certain – we’ve heard 6.4” before, but this latest rumor claims a larger 6.6” diagonal. This could be a case of the 4G and 5G versions getting mixed up (they will differ by more than just the screen). What’s more interesting is that the rumor suggests a 1080p+ resolution for the display and the Google Play Console agrees. This is unexpected as the Galaxy A32 5G has a basic 720p+ 60Hz display. Samsung Galaxy A22 5G renders What makes it strange is that the A22 5G will cost less –...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_samsung_galaxy_a22_5g_will_allegedly_have_a_90_hz_1080p_ips_lcd-news-49440.php

All iPhone 13 members to have LiDAR, the Pro models might go up to 1TB

In an investor's note, Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives predicted some details about the upcoming iPhone 13 generation. This note aligns with what we've heard about the storage options this year but it also sheds some light onto the LiDAR system. According to the Ives, all models of the iPhone 13 lineup will feature LiDAR on their backs, including even the non-Pro models. The 1TB storage rumor is also backed up but it is said to be reserved to the Pro models only. Apple's plans for wider adoption of LiDAR sensors might be signaling a development in the field and perhaps the company is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/all_iphone_13_members_to_have_lidar_the_pro_models_might_go_up_to_1tb-news-49438.php

Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G specs leak, Snapdragon 480 and 5,000 mAh battery

We recently heard about a new Moto G Stylus 5G headed to the US market and now we have some more specs about it. The device has been spotted in several certification listings bearing the XT2131 model number. The Bluetooth SIG revealed the phone will pack Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity. A separate listing on UL Demko revealed the device will pack a 5,000 mAh battery with 10W charging. Bluetooth SIG and UL Demko listings The latest addition is a Geekbench test run which revealed the device is powered by the Snapdragon 480 5G chipset paired with 6GB RAM. It managed 502 points in the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g_stylus_5g_specs_leak_snapdragon_480_and_5000_mah_battery-news-49437.php

Honor X20's design revealed in leaked live image

Honor is hosting an event in Shanghai, China on June 16 to introduce its Honor 50 series smartphones. At some point after that, the company is expected to announce the X20 series. Word comes from reliable tipster Digital Chat Station, who also posted a live image of the Honor X20, which reveals the smartphone will sport three cameras on its back cover like last year's X10 5G. However, the camera island has a different shape now, and the primary shooter uses a 64MP sensor. The other two cameras aren't detailed, but those could be ultrawide and depth sensor units. There's no word...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_x20_design_leaked_image-news-49436.php

Nokia C20 Plus is coming on June 11

HMD Global unveiled the Nokia C20 in April, and today it announced it will introduce the C20 Plus on June 11. The company also shared a poster on Weibo revealing the C20 Plus' design - the phone has a textured back housing two cameras inside a circular island. There's no fingerprint reader here, and the phone likely won't have one under the screen either, so you'll have to rely on password/pattern/PIN to unlock the C20 Plus. Upon closer inspection, you can see the top side of the C20 Plus has a 3.5mm headphone jack, with the left-side frame home to the SIM card slot. The power key and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_c20_plus_launch_date-news-49435.php

Here are all the video promos for all products Huawei announced at HarmonyOS event

There was a lot to unpack at Huawei’s recent launch event so if you missed it, the highlights video below sums it all up in less than three minutes. It mentions Haromony OS, Huawei Watch 3, Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6, M-Pencil updates, new Huawei MateView monitors, and Huawei FreeBuds 4. Next up are a couple of videos for the Huawei Watch 3. One that shows features and the other focuses more on the design. The Huawei MatePad Pro is shown with the folio keyboard, M-Pencil, and demonstrates connectivity with Huawei’s Windows 10 machines. There’s also a video dedicated solely to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_all_the_video_promos_for_all_products_huawei_announced_at_harmonyos_event-news-49434.php

Realme GT is officially confirmed to be on its way to Europe, shocking price rumored

A few days ago, a certification revealed that the Realme GT is headed to Europe, and today the company has confirmed this information to XDA Developers, without giving any sort of launch timeframe. Realme is holding a "Making 5G global" online event on June 3, which may or may not be where the GT gets its European launch details, we'll have to wait and see. In the meantime, the images you can see above and below this paragraph have been leaked, showing the European version of the GT (note the obligatory regulatory text spoiling the design of the back, and the RMX2202 model number in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt_is_officially_confirmed_to_be_on_its_way_to_europe_shocking_price_rumored-news-49433.php

OnePlus Nord CE 5G full specs leaked

OnePlus' next mid-range device is the Nord CE 5G, and the company has already teased it a bit and let us know that the full unveiling is coming on June 10. No need to wait that long, though, for today the upcoming phone's full spec list has been outed. It looks like the Nord CE ("CE" for "Core Edition") is based heavily on the original Nord, with a few cuts here and there to presumably give it a lower launch price. The original Nord The Nord CE 5G is said to feature a 6.43-inch 90Hz AMOLED touchscreen with an in-display fingerprint sensor, the Snapdragon 750G chipset at the helm,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_ce_5g_full_specs_leaked-news-49432.php

Firefox 89 for desktop brings a brand new design

Mozilla has rolled out version 89 of its Firefox browser for Windows, macOS, and Linux. The new update brings with it a brand new interface that changes practically every visible aspect of the venerable desktop browser. The primary change can be seen right away with the new tab bar. Firefox 89 features a new floating tab design that has a more fresh and modern look. Mozilla says they detached the tab to "invite you to move, rearrange and pull out tabs into a new window to suit your flow, and organize them so they’re easier for you to find." The UI chrome or the general...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/firefox_89_for_desktop_brings_a_brand_new_design-news-49431.php

Riot Games to bring Valorant to the mobile platform

Riot Games, makers of League of Legends, have announced that they are currently working on a mobile version of their other popular title, Valorant. The company provided no further information on the nature of the game as well as any timeline on when it will be released. "One of our top goals this first year was to earn the trust and respect of the global FPS community, and to prove to them that Valorant will always uphold the fundamentals of a truly worthwhile competitive tac-shooter," said Valorant executive producer Anna Donlon. "To see our growing player community recognise...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/riot_games_to_bring_valorant_to_the_mobile_platform-news-49430.php

TSMC's 4nm process coming ahead of schedule

TSMC unveiled its latest innovations - N5A, N6RF and 3DFabric. More excitingly insider information says the company is ahead of schedule with its 4nm manufacturing process and right on time with the 3nm development. The trial production of the 4nm process would start in Q3 2021, which is a quarter earlier than expected while the 3nm process will be ready for mass production likely in 2022. Now onto the official news from TSMC. The tech giant talked about its newest N5A tech that is based on the 5nm node. It aims to deliver more efficient and powerful solution for the automotive...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tsmcs_4nm_process_ahead_of_schedule_announces_n6rf_n5a_and_3d_fabric_technologies-news-49425.php

Huawei FreeBuds 4 arriving in the UK from June 21

Just two weeks after their debut in China, Huawei’s FreeBuds 4 have now detailed pricing and availability details for the UK. There’s a £130 price tag for the FreeBuds 4 with wired charging case which are set to release on June 21. The wireless charging version will sell for £150 instead and should arrive in mid-July. Both will be sold through the official Huawei Store and select third-party retailers. FreeBuds 4 bring a similar look to last year’s FreeBuds 3 and offer ANC, Bluetooth 5.2 with simultaneous connection to two devices and 22 hours of playback with their charging case....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_freebuds_4_arriving_in_the_uk_from_june_21-news-49427.php

Tecno Pova 2 announced: 1080p display and a huge 7,000 mAh battery

The Tecno Pova 2 was unveiled in the Philippines today – a self-proclaimed budget gaming phone with a PHP 8,000 price tag ($167/€137) and a massive 7,000 mAh battery. That’s 1,000 mAh more than the original Pova, but the upgrades don't end there. For starters, the large 6.9” screen has 1080p+ resolution (20.5:9), a major upgrade over the 6.8” 720p+ screen of its predecessor. Also, the touch sampling rate is increased to 180Hz for faster response times (refresh rate is still 60Hz). Tecno Pova 2 The Pova 2 comes with a slightly more powerful chipset, a Helio G85. This 12nm chip...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_pova_2_announced_with_helio_g85_1080p_display_and_a_large_7000_mah_battery-news-49424.php

Huawei will update around 100 Android devices to HarmonyOS, the first batch gets it today

Huawei unveiled the second major version of HarmonyOS and several new devices that have it pre-installed – but those are two watches and two tablets, no phones. And yet as of today there are phones that can run the new OS. It’s a massive migration, the company plans to switch around 100 devices (phones and tablets) from Android over to HarmonyOS 2.0. Note that this will initially only be happening only in China, so Huawei owners in the West will have to wait – in fact, the company made no mention of when devices abroad will switch to the new OS. At least doing a China-only rollout...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_will_update_around_100_android_devices_to_harmonyos_the_first_batch_gets_it_today-news-49429.php

Huawei officially teases P50 series at HarmonyOS event

Huawei held a huge event today to unveil its Harmony OS 2.0 and show off a couple of tablets, a new smartwatch, and even some gaming monitors. And it took the opportunity to air a 45 second promo of the Huawei P50 series. The promo is a slow pan, showing the quad camera system of the Huawei P50 Pro, concluding with a wide view of the phone on a sunset horizon, seen below. Adding a few words to the promo, Huawei shares that the P50 series have a beautiful, thin and light design and that they raise the bar in terms of phone photography. However, there was no official word on when the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_teases_p50_series_in_official_video-news-49428.php

The Galaxy Z Flip3 to feature thinner bezels and frame

According to a renowned Samsung tipster the company's upcoming Galaxy Z Flip3 will bring some significant design changes to make it look more futuristic and refined. There are even some renders based on exclusive information gathered by IceUniverse. The images depict a device with thin side bezels that are just 3.8mm wide. The front-facing camera will still sit inside a small cutout, though. The leak also mentions the side frame, which would not "look or feel" like metal but that doesn't mean it won't be metal. It could be down to the finish or some special coating applied. One...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_galaxy_z_flip3_to_feature_thinner_bezels_and_frame-news-49426.php