Verizon's Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.4 (2020) is getting Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.4 (2020) locked to Verizon's network is receiving the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update. A detailed changelog of the update is currently unavailable, but you can expect refreshed design along with the usual Android 11 and One UI 3.1 goodies. That said, Verizon, in the official post, has confirmed that the new build comes with enhanced Quick Share and improvements to user interaction for Quick Panel, Toolbars, Notifications, and Settings. The update also bumps up the Android security patch level on the tablet to June 2021. The new firmware comes with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a_8_4_2020_android_11_one_ui_3_1_update-news-49877.php

Samsung will unveil the Z Fold3, Z Flip3, Buds2 and Watch4 on August 11

After what was a distinctly software and experience-focused 2021 MWC event, Samsung is now due for some device announcements. The next UNPACKED will be held on August 11, at 10am EST and it is shaping-up as a big one. Going by the hashtags on the official event poster, pretty-much everything we have been anticipating from the Korean giant, as of late, will be unveiled. Of course, at the helm, we have the Galaxy Z Fold3. In lieu of a proper Galaxy Note this year, Samsung seem to be going big and trying to refocus the Fold line to cater to the Note demographic, through what is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_will_unveil_the_z_fold3_z_flip3_buds2_and_watch4_on_august_11-news-49876.php

Realme C15 Qualcomm Edition gets Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 stable update

The Realme C15 Qualcomm Edition announced last October with Android 10-based Realme UI 1.0 is now receiving the stable build of Realme UI 2.0, which is based on Android 11. The new build brings the usual Android 11 and Realme UI 2.0 goodies to the C15 Qualcomm Edition, including notification history, chat bubbles, one-time permissions, refreshed UI, and three Dark Mode styles. You can head over to the source link at the end of this article for the complete changelog. The Realme UI 2.0 update comes with firmware version RMX2195PU_11.A.05. It is currently rolling out to a limited...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_c15_qualcomm_edition_realme_ui_2_android_11_update-news-49875.php

New ZTE phone with 55W charging certified by 3C - likely the Axon 30

Last year ZTE managed to make quite the splash on the mobile scene with the Axon 20 - the first commercially-available phone with an under-display camera. Said camera wasn't particularly mind-blowing, though and did leave a lot to be desired in terms of photo quality as well as display quality for the portion covering the snapper. So, unsurprisingly, the industry quickly moved on. Seemingly, so did ZTE, releasing both the Axon 30 Pro and Axon 30 Ultra with normal punch hole selfie cams. At least that's what we though until rumors started coming in of another Axon in the works with an...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_zte_phone_with_55w_charging_certified_by_3c__likely_the_axon_30-news-49874.php

4G Huawei phone with 66W charging certified by 3C - possibly the Huawei P50

The Huawei P50 series is expected to drop on July 29. Initially, the lineup will likely consist of a vanilla P50, a P50 Pro and a P50 Pro+. As far as we currently know, most of the units in the P50 family will still be LTE-only - a story further corroborated by the fact that the Chinese company is currently only allowed to use 4G chips from Qualcomm and the latter is said to already be working on a 4G variant of the Snapdragon 888 part. This is likely the setup on the Huawei JAD-AL50, which was spotted on the Chinese 3C Certification authority's website. It is probably the vanilla...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/4g_huawei_phone_with_66w_charging_certified_by_3c__possibly_the_huawei_p50-news-49873.php

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is now available in a new Navy color

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G unveiled earlier this year in Phantom Black, Phantom Silver, Phantom Titanium, Phantom Navy, and Phantom Brown shades now comes in a new color - Navy. The Navy color variant is currently only available through Best Buy in a single memory configuration - 8GB RAM + 128GB storage. The unit locked to Verizon's network is priced at $1,100 (this color version isn't available with other carriers), while the unlocked model can be yours for $1,200. Although you do get a discount of $200 on the latter if you activate your device today. Aside from the new paint...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s21_ultra_5g_navy_color_price-news-49872.php

Samsung Galaxy A22 4G silently goes official in India, available to order already

At the beginning of June, Samsung made the Galaxy A22 5G official, and ever since then we've heard multiple times that a 4G model was on its way to India. This has now been officially added to Samsung India's website, and not just that but you can already order one. The Galaxy A22 4G is priced at INR 18,499 ($248, €209 at the current exchange rates) before any bank offers. For this amount of cash, you're getting the device in the only memory/storage combo that it has, namely 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Color-wise, you can pick between black and Mint. The handset comes with a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a22_4g_silently_goes_official_in_india_available_to_order_already-news-49870.php

OnePlus extends software support for its smartphones

Earlier today, OnePlus confirmed its new update policy for its device portfolio. Flagship devices starting with the OnePlus 8 series will now get three major Android OS updates and four years of security updates. This includes T-series and R models too. OnePlus Nord and Nord CE devices will get two major OS updates alongside three years of security patches. Nord N series devices are in for one Android OS update and three years of security updates. OnePlus flagships released prior to the OnePlus 8 series will follow the old update policy of two Android OS updates and three years of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_extends_software_support_for_its_smartphones-news-49868.php

Our video review of the Realme X7 Max 5G / GT Neo is now up

A short while back we reviewed Realme's current top of the line smartphone, the GT, but the company has also created a spinoff of sorts in the GT Neo. At least that's the name in China, for Realme has launched the exact same device in India as the X7 Max 5G. It shares most of the features with the GT, save for the chipset, which in this case is MediaTek's Dimensity 1200, incidentally that chip maker's top of the line offering right now. We were excited to put the X7 Max 5G through the paces of our review process at the office since this is the first smartphone powered by this chipset that...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_video_review_of_the_realme_x7_max_5g___gt_neo_is_now_up-news-49869.php

LG Tone Free DFP8W bring ANC and up to 24 hours of battery life

While LG will not be making phones anymore, it's still in the headphones business and its latest offering is the Tone Free DFP8W. These TWS earbuds bring active noise cancelation, up to 24 hours of playback and a UVnano charging case that cleans the silicone tips and speaker mesh. The earbuds come with 8mm dynamic drivers developed with Meridian Audio and feature three microphones, two of which are dedicated for calls while the remaining one is for ANC. They pair over Bluetooth 5.2 with support multi pairing with up to five devices and the Google Fast Pairing and Windows Swift Pair...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lg_tone_free_dfp8w_bring_anc_and_up_to_24_hours_of_battery_life-news-49864.php

The Sony Xperia 1 III will launch in Europe in August, the Xperia 5 III gets delayed to September

Sony announced pre-orders for its Mark III flagships in Europe last week, but it was a false start and pre-orders were taken down a few days later. Now, they are back on again and we have some bad news. Some good news first. The Sony Xperia 1 III will become available for pre-order in Germany on July 15 and should start shipping on August 31. At least that’s when the pre-order bonus ends, the press release doesn’t actually name a shipping date (originally, the 1 III was planned to ship on August 6). The phone will cost €1,300 and you’ll get a free pair of WH-1000XM3 noise canceling...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_sony_xperia_1_iii_will_launch_in_europe_in_august_the_xperia_5_iii_gets_delayed_to_september-news-49865.php

Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Watch4 Classic prices leak

The Samsung Galaxy Watch4 series will feature a Classic variant, which will have a rotating bezel (as seen in these renders) and a higher price tag – at least according to the leaked pricing info for this and the vanilla models. The Samsung Galaxy Watch4 (renders here, no bezel to be seen) will come in two sizes, 40 mm and 44 mm, the smaller one will cost €350-370, while the larger watch will be €380-400. These two will be available in Black, Silver, Green and Gold. The Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic will also offer two sizes to choose from, 42 mm and 46 mm. The former will go for...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch4_and_watch4_classic_prices_leak-news-49862.php

TikTok videos are becoming longer

TikTok is currently the major social media platform for sharing short 60-second videos, but from the start of Q2 2021 creators will have even more time for their videos. In an official message, Drew Kirchhoff, Product Manager at TikTok, has revealed the service will be rolling out the option to create longer videos of up to three minutes. Creators have been talking to TikTok, revealing they need a bit more extra time to bring their content to life without splitting it into videos like “like and follow for part 2”. The feature has already been tested with some users, but it is now...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tiktok_videos_are_becoming_even_longer-news-49861.php

Next year's iPhone will use a 4nm chipset, the iPad Pros will get more advanced 3nm chips

The current Apple A14 and M1 chipsets are both fabbed on the same 5nm TSMC node, but the two product lines are set to diverge next year – the iPhone 14 chipset will be manufactured on a 4nm node, while the next major M-series chip release will be based on the more advanced 3 nm node, according to Nikkei Asia. For context, let’s look at what is coming later this year. The A15 chipset for the iPhone 13 is being manufactured on the revamped N5P node at TSMC, which offers a 5% increase in clock speed or a 10% reduction in power compared to N5. The M1X is also expected to use N5P. Apple will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/next_years_iphone_will_use_a_4_nm_chipset_the_ipad_pros_will_get_more_advanced_3_nm_chips-news-49860.php

vivo V21 5G released in the UK

After launching back in April, vivo’s V21 5G is now on sale in the UK. The suggested retail price for the 8/128GB trim is set at £399 though select retailers like Clove are offering it for slightly less. The big deal with the V21 5G is its 44MP front-facing camera which boasts OIS and EIS for shake-free images and videos at up to 4K resolution. The phone is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 800U chipset and also features a 4,000 mAh battery with 33W charging. The back houses a 64MP main cam alongside an 8MP ultrawide module and a 2MP macro cam. The software front is covered by...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v21_5g_released_in_the_uk-news-49859.php

Samsung offers $125 discount on the Galaxy Z Flip 5G for trading in an old flip phone

We know that there’s a new Galaxy Flip model on the way and we also know that it will be pricey. If you want to save some cash, you can get the Galaxy Z Flip 5G with a trade-in offer – with the new Flip Your Flip promo, you don’t even have to trade-in a good phone. Samsung will knock $125 off the price for that old flip phone you have at the bottom of the drawer (subject to some requirements, of course). For comparison, a still-functioning Galaxy S9 Plus gets you the same $125, while an iPhone X is worth $175 discount. A quick peek at eBay shows that these are worth more than...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_offers_125_discount_on_the_galaxy_z_flip_5g_for_trading_in_an_old_flip_phone-news-49858.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 pops up on Geekbench with Snapdragon 888 and 12GB RAM

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is expected to launch in August, and while Samsung hasn't divulged anything about it yet, the foldable smartphone has popped up on Geekbench with its key specs. The Galaxy Z Fold3 that passed through Geekbench is the US variant and sports model code SM-F926U. It runs Android 11, has 12GB RAM onboard, and is powered by the Snapdragon 888 SoC. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 on Geekbench The benchmark database doesn't include any other specs of the Galaxy Z Fold3, but this particular model recently bagged FCC certification, revealing S-Pen support and 5G...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold3_specs_geekbench-news-49857.php

Tecno Phantom X review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_phantom_x-review-2285.php

Realme to partner with Kodak on its next flagship

Last week, we heard about a Realme GT Master Edition being in the works and now more info is starting to emerge. Realme VP Xu Qi Chase posted an image on his Weibo profile hinting it was taken from the unreleased device. We can see the name of the device is blurred out intentionally at the bottom of the image sample. Realme VP Xu Qi Chase post on Weibo Noted tipster Digital Chat Station also chimed in that Realme is preparing a collaboration with an established photography brand and the GT Master Edition will be the first phone to come out of it. Digital Chat Station...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_to_partner_with_kodak_on_its_next_flagship-news-49856.php

Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 now seeding to Realme 7

The Realme 7 is the latest smartphone to get a final stable update of the Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0. Reports from the company’s community forums reveal first in line are Open Beta testers, but regular users should get the update soon as well. The package has a version number RMX2151_11_C.08 and is 640 MB in size. Major new features that Realme 7 users will get are more personalization options, optimized visuals and sounds in the system and improved security and privacy. The update also brings also one-time app permissions and the June 2021 security patch. Source

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/stable_realme_ui_20_starts_arriving_to_realme_7-news-49855.php

Ultra-cheap Realme C21Y with Unisoc T610 chipset goes on sale

The Realme C21Y has been on the Vietnamese company website in Vietnam for a few weeks, and the phone is now finally available for sale. It is an ultra-affordable phone with an Unisoc Tiger T610 chipset, three cameras on the back and a big 5,000mAh battery. Realme C21Y key specs The chipset brings an octa-core CPU with two Cortex-A75 units running at 1.8 GHz. The Realme C21Y has 4GB RAM and 64GB storage and can take up to 256GB more thanks to a dedicated micro SD slot. The front of the phone holds a 6.5” HD+ LCD with a waterdrop notch for the 5MP f/2.2 selfie camera. On the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ultracheap_realme_c21y_with_unisoc_t610_chipset_arrives_for_sale-news-49854.php

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G's leaked poster shows the phone in multiple colors

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G's renders that leaked last month showed us the smartphone in four colors. Now an official poster of the S21 FE 5G has surfaced, corroborating the color options and giving us a better look at the smartphone in those shades. The Galaxy S21 FE 5G was spotted on Geekbench with Android 11, 6GB/8GB RAM, and Snapdragon 888 SoC, but we've heard rumors of Samsung opting for an Exynos chip in some markets. The S21 FE 5G will pack a screen with a punch hole in the center, which is said to house a 32MP selfie unit. The display is rumored to measure 6.41" diagonally...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s21_fe_5g_poster_color_options-news-49853.php

Sony Xperia 1 III goes on pre-order in the US with a free pair of WF-1000XM3 earbuds

Right on schedule, the Sony Xperia 1 III finally went up for pre-order in the US, more than two months after its announcement in April. But if you thought that was a long wait, get ready for even more waiting, as the release date is August 19! If you do dare to pre-order and wait all that long for the delivery, you are getting some perks. First, a free pair of Sony's WF-1000XM3 true wireless earbuds, in silver or black (your choice). These may not be the company's latest and greatest noise cancelling earbuds (supplanted by the recently launched WF-1000XM4), but they are still...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_1_iii_goes_on_preorder_in_the_us_with_a_free_pair_of_wf1000xm3_earbuds-news-49852.php

Insider reports Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3 and E3 will receive unified Wear OS update

There’s been much uncertainty surrounding Wear OS-powered smartwatches and whether they’d be upgraded to the newly announced “unified platform” that Google co-developed with Samsung, and is expected to arrive later this year. Wareable reports that two of Mobvoi’s TicWatch models, the Pro 3 and E3, are slated to receive the “Unified OS” update, which has also been referred to as “Wear OS 3.0”. The report is cited to come from a source close to the matter. Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3 Wareable’s source also reported there will be a waiting period before the TicWatch models will be...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/insider_reports_mobvoi_ticwatch_pro_3_and_e3_will_receive_unified_wear_os_update-news-49849.php

ZTE readying another Axon phone with under-display camera

While last year's ZTE Axon 20 was the industry's first commercially available phone with an under-display camera, this year's Axon 30 Pro and Axon 30 Ultra featured standard punch-hole designs for their selfie cams. But according to a new leak, ZTE is planning to release another Axon 30 family member, this time with an improved UD camera. The new leak seems to be in line with earlier rumors too. ZTE Axon 20 5G The leak itself doesn't go into much detail but it does mention a couple of interesting insights. For starters, the handset will be announced as soon as this month. Secondly,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_readying_another_axon_phone_with_underdisplay_camera-news-49848.php

Instagram is no longer a photo-sharing app, says company head

Head of Instagram Adam Mosseri recently took to Twitter to talk about the company's plans for the second half of 2021. In the video, Mosseri outlined some of the changes coming to Instagram over the next few months and what the company will be focusing on going forward. One of the key takeaways from the video is Mosseri's admission regarding the nature of the service, one that many have speculated for a while now. "We're no longer a photo-sharing app." says Mosseri, halfway through the video. Changes are coming to video on Instagram 📺At Instagram we’re always trying to build new...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/instagram_is_no_longer_a_photosharing_app_says_company_head-news-49851.php

Opera becomes the first proper third-party browser for Chromebooks

Opera has announced that it will be the first alternative browser optimized for use on Chromebooks. Opera for Chromebooks comes with all the usual features that you would find in Opera on other platforms, including a built-in unlimited VPN, ad blocker, cookie dialog blocker, built-in messengers, crypto wallet, and themes. The version of Opera for Chromebooks is based on the Android version of the app. However, unlike other browsers like Firefox that are also available on Chromebooks in their mobile form, Opera has been optimized to work properly within the desktop environment of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/opera_becomes_the_first_proper_thirdparty_browser_for_chromebooks-news-49850.php

Samsung and NatGeo use a Galaxy S21 Ultra to record 8K underwater video of tiger sharks

Last year Samsung published an 8K video from the Arctic Circle shot on a Galaxy S20+. However, the phone stayed above the freezing waters. This year the company partnered with National Geographic Traveller India to do the opposite – capture 8K footage beneath the warm waters of the Maldives. The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra was in the hands of NatGeo Explorer Malaika Vaz, who traveled to Fuvahmulah Island, aka Shark Island. The phone was used to shoot 8K footage and photos, which were used in the video below. A few things to know before you attempt such a dive. First, Vaz is a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_and_natgeo_use_a_galaxy_s21_ultra_to_record_8k_underwater_video_of_tiger_sharks-news-49844.php

Apple secures more mini-LED suppliers, 14" and 16" MacBook Pros are on track to launch in September

It seems that Apple has gotten its ducks in a row and has secured two more suppliers for mini-LED panels that will be used in the upcoming 14” and 16” MacBook Pros. Earlier this month, DigiTimes reported that Osram Opto Semiconductors has been signed, now the publication adds that Zhen Ding Technology and Tripod Technology have joined the supply chain. Or rather they expanded their roles in it. Zhen Ding is already supplying Apple with mini-LED backlight boards for the iPad Pro 12.9 (2021), the company’s first device to use a mini-LED display. Zhen Ding is reportedly in the process of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_secures_more_miniled_suppliers_14_and_16_macbook_pros_are_on_track_to_launch_in_september-news-49838.php

Samsung promises five years of security updates for some enterprise devices

Samsung has enterprise variants of some of its devices that get special treatment. They usually have some additional features to protect enterprise data and only software approved by the said company can be installed on the device. And more importantly, Samsung provides longer support compared to its consumer devices. Most of Samsung's business-oriented phones and tablets get 4 years of security updates from the date of release but the tech giant just announced that it's extending that period with another year for some of its enterprise devices. This includes the Galaxy S20, S20+, S20...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_ensures_five_years_of_security_patches_to_some_of_its_enterprise_devices-news-49843.php

Oppo Find X2 gets virtual RAM expansion with new update

The Oppo Find X2 launched last year is receiving a new software update which comes with the June 2021 Android security patch and a new feature called RAM expansion. As evident from the name, RAM expansion lets you expand the smartphone's RAM - albeit virtually - by using the phone's internal storage. On the Find X2, you can choose to expand up to 3GB, 5GB, or 7GB of RAM virtually by heading to your phone's Settings > About phone > RAM menu. The new settings will take effect after you restart your device. Oppo Find X2 gets June 2021 security patch and RAM expansion feature with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x2_ram_expansion_june_2021_android_security_patch_update-news-49839.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3's ultrawide camera will get autofocus

We've heard Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold3 won't bring a major update in the camera department, but now we get some more specific details on its hardware. The leak suggests that the back will once more feature a trio of 12MP shooters, but unlike the Fold2's setup the ultrawide unit will offer PDAF (Phase detection autofocus). The internal selfie camera, which will reside under the panel will sport a 16MP Sony IMX471 sensor with 1.0µm pixels and will be 1/3.09" in size. The front panel (when folded) selfie cam will use the same 10MP IMX374 sensor as the Fold2. Source

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold3s_to_offer_small_upgrade_ultrawide_gets_af-news-49842.php

MWC Barcelona 2021 Overview

Another Mobile World Congress in Barcelona came and went and we've gathered the more memorable developments from this year’s edition. The two biggest announcements from the event came from Samsung and Qualcomm. The South Koreans detailed their One UI Watch interface which is now based on Google’s Wear OS and will debut on the Galaxy Watch4 series sometime next month. It brings a seamless experience for Galaxy phone users with simultaneous app downloads sync with your phone, a larger app portfolio and improved watch face designs. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 Plus is the latest flagship...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mwc_barcelona_2021_overview-news-49845.php

vivo S10 spotted on Geekbench, confirms Dimensity 1100 SoC

vivo S10 first leaked a couple of days ago and now the phone can also be found in Geekbench's database with a model number V2121A confirming the Dimensity 1100 SoC. The listing also confirms the 12GB RAM variant. The previous leak also mentioned an 8GB version. vivo S10 Geekbench listing The listing doesn't reveal much aside from the already known and mentioned specs but it's certainly be signaling a nearing launch or announcement. Source | Via

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_s10_spotted_on_geekbench_confirms_dimensity_1100_soc-news-49837.php

Realme's Dizo brings two TWS earphones, Beard Trimmer and Hair Dryer

Realme has introduced the Dizo GoPods D and Dizo Wireless earphones during the first product launch of its new sub-brand. The event also saw the announcement of a Beard Trimmer, Hair Dryer and a pair of wired earphones under the Buds brand. The Realme Dizo GoPods D are TWS earphones with 10mm driver and 110ms latency in the dedicated game mode. They weigh just 4.1 grams per bud and if it all sounds familiar, that is because they were previously available as the Realme Buds Q. The company has decided to keep the overall design and shape, but the touch sensor now has a different...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_dizo_brings_two_audio_beard_trimmer_and_hair_dryer_tag_along-news-49840.php

Google will require new apps on the Play Store to use App Bundles instead of APKs

Lines are being drawn in the sand – starting in August, Google will require that new apps listed on its Play Store are published in the Android App Bundle (AAB) format, instead of the APK format that has been a part of the OS since its inception. Why does that matter? Well, right now only the Google Play Store supports App Bundles. That’s right, the Amazon Appstore, which will be the default Android app store on Windows 11 does not. And neither do the third-party app stores that will be natively supported in the upcoming Android 12 update. Google, of course, touts App Bundles as an...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_will_require_new_apps_on_the_play_store_to_use_app_bundles_instead_of_apks-news-49836.php

Oppo Reno6 5G and Reno6 Pro 5G launching in India on July 14

The Oppo Reno6 5G and Reno6 Pro 5G introduced in May in China will begin their global rollout this month, starting with India, on July 14. Oppo had also announced the Reno6 Pro+ 5G in May, but there's no word yet on whether it will be launched in India alongside the vanilla and Pro models. The Oppo Reno6 5G is powered by the Dimensity 900 SoC and sports a 6.43" FullHD+ 90Hz AMOLED screen with a punch hole for the 32MP selfie camera and a fingerprint reader underneath for biometric security. Around the back, the Reno6 5G has a 64MP primary camera joined by 8MP ultrawide and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno6_5g_reno6_pro_5g_india_launch_date-news-49834.php

Samsung planning to launch Galaxy S21 FE with Exynos chipset

Samsung has reportedly postponed the Galaxy S21 FE launch for the last quarter of the year due to the shortage of chips. The phone was expected to arrive with Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chips with limited supply, but according to sources from South Korea, there might be a change of plan. Mae-il Business reports the Galaxy S21 FE will ship with the in-house Exynos chipsets at overseas markets such as Europe and North America. Samsung has been struggling to launch new phones with flagship chips due to production shortage. The 2021 Galaxy Note series was altogether cancelled because of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_planning_to_launch_galaxy_s21_fe_with_exynos_chipset-news-49835.php

Some Xiaomi TVs and smartphones in India are now 3-6% more expensive

In some rather unfortunate news for our Indian readers, Xiaomi has confirmed its hiking up the prices for some of its smartphones and TVs by 3-6% starting today July 1. There are two main drivers behind the increased prices with the global chip shortage and increased shipping costs. Due to massive demand-supply mismatch, the majority of components used in smartphones, smart TV, and other electronics gadgets (chipsets, display panels, display drivers, back panels, batteries, etc.) have seen constant upward movement in their prices. While we have tried to absorb the increasing costs,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/some_xiaomi_tvs_and_smartphones_in_india_are_now_36_more_expensive-news-49832.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G 360-degree video gives us an even clearer look

At this point we've seen just about every angle of Samsung's upcoming (in August) Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Z Flip3 5G but we don't mind another, even more detailed, leak. The latest visuals come from Evan Blass and they're the best kind - 360 degree videos of the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G in all four colors - Gold, Olive Green, Black and Purple. The videos showcase the dual-tone front side of the phone, said to house a doubled-in-size 1.9-inch outer display and dual 12MP cameras - regular and ultrawide. There's a USB-C port and loudspeaker on the bottom, capacitive fingerprint scanner and volume...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip3_5g_360_video_renders_show_all-news-49833.php

T-Mobile launches REVVL V+ 5G with Dimensity 700 for $200

T-Mobile is announcing the newest entry to its REVVL family. The US carrier has a lineup of self-branded budget-conscious Android phones and the latest addition is the REVVL V+ 5G. It can be had for $199 with support for T-Mobile’s sub-5 5G networks, but what else does it have? There’s a large 6.82-inch LCD screen with 720p+ resolution. This phone is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 700 chip paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage. There’s also a 5,000 mAh battery with 18W fast charge support (a charging cable and adapter are included in the box). There’s also a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tmobile_launches_revvl_v_5g_with_dimensity_700_for_200-news-49829.php

Ming-Chi Kuo: Apple AirPods Pro 2 are not coming this year

Apple has brought the AirPods Pro in 2019, but a successor is coming in 2022, the analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed. In an investor note, he stated that demand for 2021 is lower than expected, and Apple had to revise its sales forecast to 70-75 million units from 75-85 million. This isn’t the first time we hear about Apple not rushing with the new Pro buds. Bloomberg has already reported the same for 2022, but fans of the Cupertino company should get their fix with regular AirPods coming this fall. As we already reported, the new Apple AirPods 3 will have a shorter stem, new...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mingchi_kuo_apple_airpods_pro_2_are_not_coming_this_year-news-49831.php

Samsung Galaxy F22 is coming on July 6, design and specs revealed

The Samsung Galaxy F22 we've been hearing about for a few months will be officially introduced next week - on July 6. This confirmation comes from Samsung's Indian branch as the company set up the Galaxy F22's promo page on its official website, revealing the phone's design and specs. The Samsung Galaxy F22 is built around a 6.4" 90Hz Super AMOLED screen of HD+ resolution, features a 48MP quad camera on its rear panel, and packs a 6,000 mAh battery. The smartphone will come in black color, but there will likely be other color options as well. While Samsung hasn't confirmed the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_f22_launch_date_specs-news-49830.php

Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic leaks in all its glory, rotating bezel in tow

Earlier today we heard that Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Watch4 family would have a Classic variant, to join the eponymous Watch4 and the Watch4 Active. Turns out that the device previously known as Watch4 Active could simply be called Watch4 - and we've already seen what it looks like courtesy of some leaked renders. And now it's time for the Galaxy Watch4 Classic to get the same treatment. So here it is in all its "Classic" glory, complete with rotating bezel and two huge buttons on the right. Like the other member(s) of the Watch4 family, the Classic watch will also run Samsung's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch4_classic_leaks_in_all_its_glory_rotating_bezel_in_tow-news-49828.php

Samsung Galaxy A03s gets Bluetooth certified on its way to the market

Samsung is working on revamping its entry-level model in the A-series, the one that starts with a zero. The Galaxy A03s has already leaked in some detail back in May, and now it's been spotted at the Bluetooth SIG getting the mandatory Bluetooth certification ahead of its launch, which definitely can't be too far off at this point. The phone will have the model number SM-A037F, and a dual-SIM version (ending in "/DS"). It supports Bluetooth 5.0, and that's the extent of the info we get from the Bluetooth SIG about it. The aforementioned leak from May talked about the handset...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a03s_gets_bluetooth_certified_on_its_way_to_the_market-news-49827.php

Realme X2 Pro finally receives update to Android 11 and Realme UI 2.0

The Realme X2 Pro was a revelation in the 'flagship killer' space when it launched back in October 2019, using the traditional formula of pairing killer specs with a jaw-droppingly low price. And Realme hasn't forgotten it. Not completely, at least. Starting today, the phone is finally receiving a stable update to Android 11 with Realme UI 2.0, following some beta testing. The new build is labeled RMX1931_11_F.11, and comes in at 349MB. As usual, the update may be going out in stages, so don't fret if you haven't received the notification yet. It might help to manually check in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x2_pro_finally_receives_update_to_android_11_and_realme_ui_20-news-49826.php

AT&T sets Google Messages as default SMS app for all its Android phones

In a Tweet posted by @Android today, Google and AT&T have agreed to make Google Messages the default messaging app for all Android phones sold by the carrier. While most Android devices already come pre-installed with Google Messages, Samsung phones continued arriving with Samsung’s built-in messaging app that did support RCS, but does not support Google’s recently enabled end-to-end encryption for one-on-one chats. .@Google + @ATT are working together to bring an enhanced messaging experience with RCS for Android customers in the U.S. Share full-resolution picturesSend higher-quality...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/at_t_sets_google_messages_as_default_sms_app_for_all_its_android_phones-news-49825.php

iPhone 12 series reached 100 million sales just seven months after launch

The iPhone 12 series has been the most successful launch of an Apple lineup since the iPhone 6 in 2014, reports Counterpoint Research. Back then it was the refreshed design and larger screens that attracted people to the 6 series, what drove 12 series sales? According to the analysts, it was the adoption of 5G on all models as well as OLED displays, even on the non-Pro phones. Unlike previous generations, this time around people flocked to the higher-end models. The iPhone 12 Pro Max in particular – this was the most popular phone of the four accounting for 29% of total sales, up from...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_12_series_reached_100_million_sales_just_seven_months_after_launch-news-49824.php

HBO Max launches in Latin America and the Caribbean, costs 50% off for early subscribers

Fans in 39 territories in Latin America and the Caribbean can now sign up for HBO Max. And if you do so by July 31, you will get an early bird bonus of a 50% discount of the monthly payment for the entire duration of their subscription. Users in Mexico and Brazil will get to watch the matches of the UEFA Champions League (the quarter finals start on Friday). HBOMax is now available in 39 territories in Latin America and the Caribbean This aside, all HBO Max subscribers will get to enjoy fan-favorite content from the WarnerMedia properties, including Friends, Harry Potter, Game...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/hbo_max_launches_in_latin_america_and_the_caribbean_costs_50_off_for_early_subscribers-news-49819.php

WhatsApp is testing View Once messages, a more restricted version of disappearing messages

WhatsApp introduced disappearing messages in November, those allow you to send texts, images and other media that will automatically be deleted after 7 days. But what if that’s too long? The IM app is testing a new feature called View Once messages. They do what it says on the tin – the recipient can view the photo or video and it will disappear immediately after they close it. These kind of messages get no previews in the notification shade or on the lock screen, of course. View Once messages can be sent in both individual and group chats. The feature is activated by tapping the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/whatsapp_is_testing_view_once_messages_a_more_restricted_version_of_disappearing_messages-news-49820.php