Samsung Galaxy A22 5G price in India revealed

Samsung's affordable 5G phone, the Galaxy A22 5G, is about to make its debut on Indian soil after its 4G sibling has already been released in the country. In fact, the A22 5G has is already on the shelves in most European retailers too. But what about India? Well, thanks to inside sources related to 91mobiles, we now know what to expect from the 5G model in terms of pricing and it should arrive sometime in August giving you enough time to decide whether or not the Galaxy A22 5G is a good fit for you. The 6GB/128GB memory variant will reportedly go for INR 19,999 (€225) while the 8GB...

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Samsung Galaxy Watch4 to come with twice the storage of Watch3

А recent report from SamMobile claims that the Galaxy Watch4 and Watch4 Classic will boast a brand new Exynos W920 chipset for wearables offering greater raw performance and better energy efficiency. And now the same source says that Samsung's new watches will offer double the storage too. Since the Galaxy Watch3 series had 8GB of internal storage, the Watch4 should come with 16GB and the reason behind the change is the shift to Google's Wear OS. This opens up the Google Play Store for wearable apps so users will likely have to store more apps in addition to their saved audio tracks,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch4_to_come_with_twice_the_storage_of_watch3-news-50099.php

Realme Buds Q2 Neo launching in India on July 23, to be rebranded Buds Q2 available in other markets

Realme announced the Buds Q2 TWS earphones in April, but the ones that came to India last month are rebadged Buds Air 2 Neo, launched in Pakistan in April. Now the company has announced it will introduce the Buds Q2 Neo in India on July 23, which aren't entirely new but rebranded Buds Q2 available in Pakistan. Get ready to welcome The Entry Level TWS Earbuds!Introducing the Quite Clear, Long-Lasting #realmeBudsQ2Neo.Launching at 12:30 PM, 23rd July on our official channels.Know more: https://t.co/qaHfWMXvId pic.twitter.com/kDBCL9iIKL— realme TechLife (@realmeTechLife) July 17, 2021...

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Honor Magic3 and 3 Pro pricing revealed along with some key features

Honor has already confirmed the announcement date for its upcoming flagship duo - the Magic3 and 3 Pro and it's going to be on August 12. We also have a pretty good idea of some of the hardware the two phones would offer thanks to previous leaks and rumors but this one seems to be the most comprehensive yet. This one is coming straight from China and gives us an idea of what the pricing of both handsets is supposed to be. The vanilla model would start at around CNY 4,000 ($620) while the beefier Pro variant will ask CNY 5,000 ($770). Additionally, the Pro will use an under-display...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic3_and_3_pro_pricing_revealed_along_with_some_key_features-news-50097.php

Oppo A16 goes official with Helio G35 and 5,000 mAh battery

The Oppo A16 we've been hearing about since May has been officially unveiled. It is built around a 6.52" HD+ LCD with a notch for the 8MP selfie camera. Around the back, the Oppo A16 has a triple camera setup consisting of 13MP primary, 2MP macro, and 2MP monochrome units. The smartphone is 8.4mm thick, weighs 190 grams, and its back cover flaunts a shiny, metallic finish. Under the hood, the Oppo A16 has a Helio G35 SoC with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. The smartphone runs Android 11-based ColorOS 11.1 out of the box and has a microSD card slot for storage expansion. Fueling the...

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OnePlus Nord 2 5G's design confirmed in latest teaser

The OnePlus Nord 2 5G's renders that leaked last month revealed the smartphone's design, which is now officially confirmed by the phone maker as it posted a teaser of the Nord 2 5G on its social media accounts. The image shows us the Nord 2 5G's rear side, which is similar to the OnePlus 9's. It has a OnePlus logo, and a camera island in the top-left corner housing three cameras, with the primary already confirmed to use a 50MP Sony IMX7666 sensor with OIS. The poster doesn't show us the Nord 2 5G's front side, but from previous leaks, we know it will pack a screen with a punch hole...

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Sony Xperia 1 III will only get one major Android update

If you were wondering what kind of software support to expect from Sony's latest flagship smartphone, the Xperia 1 III, we have the answer for you and you may not like it. According to Sony Netherlands, the Xperia 1 III is getting one major Android update and two years of monthly security updates. That's it. We really hope this is a mistake - that someone in Sony's team in the Netherlands was misinformed or something, because otherwise this is pretty ridiculous. We've seen a bunch of Android device manufacturers left and right increase their software support windows at least for the...

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Pocket Casts is acquired by Automattic, parent company of WordPress

On Friday, Automattic announces that Pocket Casts, a fully-featured podcast listening app that’s been around for years, will be joining WordPress’ parent company. As part of Automattic, Pocket Casts will continue to provide you with the features needed to enjoy your favorite podcasts (or find something new). We will explore building deep integrations with WordPress.com and Pocket Casts, making it easier to distribute and listen to podcasts. We’re thrilled that we can continue to give our users a multitude of ways to tell and engage with stories that matter. It seems...

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Mophie releases 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger stand for Apple devices

Mophie has announced a new wireless charger that will let you charge three devices at the same time. Designed for Apple devices, users can charge their iPhone 12, Apple Watch, and AirPods at the same time. This accessory is primarily a stand for the MagSafe charger. It does not itself include a MagSafe charger but if a user already has one then they can place the charger on the back of the stand and then place the iPhone 12 on the front. The magnets in the charger will hold the phone in place at a convenient angle and you can even place the phone sideways in landscape...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mophie_releases_3in1_magsafe_charger_stand_for_apple_devices-news-50092.php

The Amazon Appstore will support Android App Bundles soon

Starting in August, Google will require new apps submitted to the Play Store to come in the Android App Bundle (AAB) format instead of the APKs that were used until now. Amazon is not going to be left behind, the company announced that it is working on AAB support for its Appstore (which will also be the default source of Android apps on Windows 11). The Amazon Appstore will continue to accept APK submissions from developers, in fact the submission process will not change. Bundles have several advantages over APKs as they make for smaller app downloads and enable dynamic features such as...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_amazon_appstore_will_support_android_app_bundles_soon-news-50091.php

Xiaomi has sold 1 million Redmi-branded power banks (10,000 and 20,000 mAh)

In February last year Xiaomi introduced two Redmi-branded power banks, one with 10,000 mAh capacity and one with 20,000 mAh. Now the company announced that it has sold 1 million units in total of these two. In India the two power banks are selling at a discount at the moment, down to INR 800 (20% off) for the 10,000 mAh model and INR 1,400 (30% off) for the 20,000 mAh one. In Europe only the 10,000 model seems to be available, currently down to €10. The larger model outputs 18W, the smaller one is limited to 10W. Both can be charged back up using a USB-C or microUSB cables. The 1...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_has_sold_1_million_redmibranded_power_banks_10000_and_20000_mah-news-50086.php

Zepp Z launched in India for INR25,999, sales begin July 20

Amazfit completed three years in India, and to celebrate the milestone, Zepp Health - which owns the Zepp and Amazfit brands - today announced the Zepp Z in the Indian market. The Zepp Z is priced at INR25,999 ($350/€295) and it will be up for purchase in the country starting July 20 from Amazon.in. The Zepp Z sports a 1.39" AMOLED color touchscreen having 454x454-pixel resolution and a pixel density of 326ppi. The display is covered with 2.5D Gorilla Glass 3, has a peak brightness of 550 nits, and supports over 50 watchfaces. The smartwatch has 5ATM water resistance and comes with...

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ZTE Blade V30 series launches with 64MP cameras and 5,000 mAh batteries

The latest devices in ZTE’s portfolio are two affordable 4G midrangers dubbed Blade V30 and Blade V30 Vita. They launched in Mexico and bring large IPS LCDs, 48MP/64MP primary cameras and 5,000 mAh batteries. The Blade V30 packs a 6.67-inch FHD+ panel with a punch-hole cutout for the 16MP selfie cam while the Vita goes up to 6.8-inches but brings down the resolution to 720 x 1640-pixels. There is a solid chin on the Vita as well as a waterdrop notch for the 8MP selfie cam. Going around the back we find a 64MP primary shooter on the Blade V30 accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide snapper,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_blade_v30_series_launches_with_64mp_cameras_and_5000_mah_batteries-news-50085.php

Poco F3 GT is launching on July 23 in India

Poco India has been teasing the launch of its F3 GT for some time now and we finally have a date to look forward to. We’ll see the latest Poco phone launch a week from now on July 23 as confirmed by the brand’s official Twitter handle. POCO.... F3... GT.. Nuff Said1 Week to go. #SwitchItUp pic.twitter.com/1MWCMcqF6p— POCO India - The God Of Madness (@IndiaPOCO) July 16, 2021 The Poco F3 GT is expected to be a rebranded Redmi K40 Gaming Edition meaning we should be getting a 120Hz OLED, a Dimensity 1200 chipset and a 5,000 mAh battery with 67W wired charging. The device should also...

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TSMC revenue goes up amid chip shortage

TSMC is responsible for about 28% of the world's chip manufacturing and its portfolio of hardware ranges from consoles and smartphones to PCs and cars. Despite the ongoing chip shortage the company manages to report an impressive growth year-over-year. The latest financial report reads $13.3 billion in sales, which is a hefty 20% jump compared to the same quarter last year. The company's CEO, however, warns that the chip shortage will continue throughout the whole year, though car manufacturers will feel the pressure being gradually released. With TSMC leading the market, the...

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Realme GT Explorer Master Edition coming with Snapdragon 870, vanilla model passes by Geekbench

As evident by several leaks, Realme is planning to introduce a Master Edition of its GT 5G model on July 21. It seems however that there will be more than one Master Edition phone at launch with an “Explorer Master Edition” joining the vanilla variant. The news is now clarified by Steve Hemmerstoffer (@OnLeaks) who shared an image of the RMX3366 aka Explorer Master Edition. Because there seems to be some confusion ahead of the #RealmeGTMasterEdition launch, the variant pictured below (RMX3366) will be marketed as the "Explorer Master Edition", along with the "Master Edition" (RMX3361) I've...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt_explorer_master_edition_coming_with_snapdragon_870_vanilla_model_passes_by_geekbench-news-50079.php

Realme working on a MagSafe alternative of its own, it's called MagDart

A recent EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office) filing reveals that Realme is readying an alternative to Apple's MagSafe of its own and unsurprisingly, which will be called MagDart. The documents are filed by Realme's chief company, Oppo. The document doesn't reveal much but it does confirm that the MagDart product includes wireless charging pads for smartphones. It just doesn't get more obvious than this. The MagDart charger itself is still undergoing a certification process, though. In addition, it's probably safe to assume that other companies under the BBK...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_working_on_a_magsafe_alternative_of_its_own_its_called_magdart-news-50080.php

OnePlus Buds Pro will be unveiled on July 22 with adaptive noise cancellation and Warp Charge

OnePlus is set to introduce the Nord 2 5G on July 22, and alongside that, the company will also unveil its new TWS earphones, dubbed OnePlus Buds Pro. This revelation comes from OnePlus' R&D Head Kinder Liu, who said the Buds Pro will feature adaptive noise cancellation and use three microphones to monitor exterior noises and then "intelligently produce noise-canceling counter frequencies" to automatically reduce the noise levels between 15 to 40 decibels. The OnePlus Buds Pro look similar to Apple's Airpods Pro, and their design will be a combination of matte and glossy finishes. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_buds_pro_tws_earphones_launch_date_features-news-50078.php

Realme Explorer Master Edition coming with Snapdragon 870, vanilla model passes by Geekbench

As evident by several leaks, Realme is planning to introduce a Master Edition of its GT 5G model on July 21. It seems however that there will be more than one Master Edition phone at launch with an “Explorer Master Edition” joining the vanilla variant. The news is now clarified by Steve Hemmerstoffer (@OnLeaks) who shared an image of the RMX3366 aka Explorer Master Edition. Because there seems to be some confusion ahead of the #RealmeGTMasterEdition launch, the variant pictured below (RMX3366) will be marketed as the "Explorer Master Edition", along with the "Master Edition" (RMX3361) I've...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_explorer_master_edition_coming_with_snapdragon_870_vanilla_model_passes_by_geekbench-news-50079.php

Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 Edition is arriving on July 21, design and specs revealed

Samsung announced the Galaxy M21 last March and it will introduce the 2021 edition called the Galaxy M21 2021 Edition on July 21. This revelation comes from Amazon.in, which tells us that the Galaxy M21 2021 Edition - previously rumored to be called the Galaxy M21 Prime Edition - will be announced in India next Wednesday as a part of Amazon's Prime Day launches. The e-commerce giant has also set up a promo page on its website, revealing the Galaxy M21 2021 Edition's design and key specs. The smartphone is built around a 6.4" FullHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-U display and packs a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_m21_2021_edition_specs_india_launch_date-news-50077.php

Apple’s iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 11 were top sellers last quarter

A research report from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners analyzed how iPhones were selling during Apple’s third fiscal quarter. This report convers all iPhones thar were sold during the months of April through June. A part of this research was surveying 500 Apple customers who purchased an Apple product during the April-June period. This includes an iPhone, iPad, Mac computer, or Apple Watch. From left to right: Apple iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro As the pandemic restrictions eased, Apple saw iPhone sales shift towards more expensive models. At...

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Honor confirms Magic3 series launch event for August 12

Yesterday a rumor started doing the rounds claiming Honor is holding a global launch event on August 12, and today the company itself has confirmed this to us through an invite. As you can see, the invite specifically mentions the Honor Magic3 series, and it also gives us a nice close-up view of one of the upcoming phones' cameras, pitted against the horizon. Whether or not this implies a huge camera bump remains to be seen, but we'd vote on "yes". No other details have been provided, but since the word "series" is used it's clear that there won't just be one Magic3 device, but...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_confirms_magic3_series_launch_event_for_august_12-news-50075.php

Xiaomi is now the world's second biggest smartphone maker, neck and neck with Samsung

All of the other Chinese smartphone brands have benefited from Huawei's international demise (except Honor), but none more than Xiaomi, and today's news comes to confirm this fact yet again. According to Canalys, in the second quarter of 2021, Xiaomi was the second biggest smartphone maker globally in terms of sales. As you can see, Samsung is still No.1 with 19% market share, although Xiaomi is really breathing down its neck at this point with its 17% cut. Xiaomi's shipments increased more than 300% in Latin America, 150% in Africa, and 50% in Western Europe. That said, its...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_is_now_the_worlds_second_biggest_smartphone_maker_neck_and_neck_with_samsung-news-50074.php

Valve Steam Deck is a handheld gaming PC that runs SteamOS

Valve has announced its own handheld gaming console. The Steam Deck is a compact gaming PC running a custom version of SteamOS and can play all of your Steam games while also functioning as a computer. The Steam Deck has a formfactor similar to other portable gaming consoles like Nintendo Switch or the PlayStation Vita. On either side of the display are analog sticks with the d-pad on the left and ABXY keys on the right. Unlike most other controllers, the Steam Deck places its keys in a unique arrangement, where the keys are on the same plane as the analog keys. This has...

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Helio G96 chipset unveiled with 108MP camera and 120 Hz display support, G88 follows

While the future is 5G, the sun has not yet set on the Helio line of chipsets – in fact, MediaTek just refreshed the upper echelons with the reveal of the Helio G96 and Helio G88. Note that, despite their names, these are not strict upgrades over the G95 and G85. The Helio G96 features are pair of Cortex-A76 cores clocked at 2.05 GHz and six A55 cores, same as the G95. However, its GPU is only a Mali-G57 MC2, a clear downgrade from the G76 MC4 that came before. MediaTek unveils the Helio G95 and G88 chipsets The chip is not without upgrades, however. For one, it supports 120 Hz...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/helio_g96_chipset_unveiled_with_108mp_camera_and_120_hz_display_support_g88_follows-news-50072.php

CIRP: US buyers bought more expensive iPhones, traded in their old ones earlier last quarter

CIRP surveyed 500 US customers who bought an iPhone, iPad, Mac or an Apple Watch in the April-June quarter of this year. And what the researchers found is that Apple customers are spending more money than in previous quarters. While the general trend in the industry (and for iPhones too, until now) is for the upgrade cycle to grow, US buyers were trading in newer iPhones than before. CIRP notes that the number older models (3 years and older) was smaller and that they were being replaced by more expensive models, for the first time in many quarters. During the 12 month period ending in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/cirp_us_buyers_bought_more_expensive_iphones_traded_in_their_old_ones_earlier_last_quarter-news-50071.php

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra long-term review

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vivo S10 and S10 Pro arrive with 44MP selfie cameras and Dimensity 1100 chipsets

Right on cue, vivo launched its S10 series in China. The two midrangers come with impressive specs and slim and flat designs measuring at just 7.29mm and weighing 173 grams. The pair also bring photochromic backs that react to changes in light offering a unique-looking appearance. Both models come with 6.44-inch 90Hz Super AMOLEDs, 44MP selfie cams, Dimensity 1100 chipsets and 4,000 mAh batteries with 44W wired charging. The S10 Pro has the upper hand in the camera department with its 1/1.52-inch 108MP ISOCELL HM2 sensor with 9:1-pixel binning. The vanilla model opts for a 64MP main...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_s10_and_s10_pro_arrive_with_44mp_selfie_cameras_and_dimensity_1100_chipsets-news-50070.php

Yamaha YH-L700A unveiled: over ear headphones with ANC and spatial audio

Yamaha unveiled the YH-L700A, a pair of over-ear, noise-canceling headphones with spatial audio support. This feature uses head tracking to provide a more immersive listening experience. The headphones have 40 mm drivers with a frequency response spanning the 8 Hz to 40 kHz range. These have a closed-back design and when connected through the 3.5 mm jack they support Hi-Res audio. Yamaha YH-L700A If you want to use them wire-free, they offer Bluetooth 5.0 with AAC and aptX Adaptive support. Dolby Atmos (or an alternative multi-channel format) doesn’t seem to be supported,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/yamaha_yhl700a_unveiled_over_ear_headphones_with_anc_and_spatial_audio-news-50069.php

Netflix might launch a game streaming service like Stadia and Xbox Cloud

We've heard the rumors before and now a Bloomberg report confirms that Netflix is working on a game streaming service of its own. But it won't be competing the the likes of YouTube and Twitch, no. It will instead go against Google's Stadia and Xbox Cloud services that are actual gaming services. Just like the aforementioned services above, Netflix will let you play games on the cloud without having to own powerful hardware to do so. Then again, given the most recent Netflix hiring, Mike Verdu from EA, the company might be looking to develop in-house games. And it would make sense to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/netflix_might_launch_a_gaming_service_just_like_stadia_and_xbox_cloud-news-50061.php

Samsung Galaxy Watch4 series to feature all-new Exynos W920 chipset

After a faulty early listing on Amazon Canada yesterday, more details surrounding Samsung’s Galaxy Watch4 series have emerged. SamMobile reports that the wearables will be powered by the all-new Exynos W920 chipset which should offer significant performance gains over its predecessors. For reference, all Samsung Watches dating back to 2018’s Galaxy Watch have utilized the 10nm Exynos 9110. The new report specifies the W920 SoC will offer “1.25x faster processing times compared to the Exynos 9110” and “8.8x smoother graphics performance”. The new chipset will be paired with 1.5GB RAM...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch4_series_to_feature_allnew_exynos_w920_chipset-news-50068.php

The base OnePlus 9 Pro is not coming to North America, 12/256 GB model is $100 off

We have some good news and some bad news for North American fans of OnePlus – the more affordable configuration of the OnePlus 9 Pro, the one with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB storage, will not be available in the US or Canada. It was part of the original launch plan, but supply issues made it a no-go. Here’s a statement from the company issued to Android Police: “The OnePlus 9 Pro 8x128 GB variant was originally set to be sold in North America for $969. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen supply constraints specific to North American devices, we recently concluded it is no longer possible to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_base_oneplus_9_pro_is_not_coming_to_north_america_12_256_gb_model_gets_temporary_discount-news-50066.php

Tecno Camon 17, Camon 17 Pro are officially in India

Tecno India promised to bring the Camon 17 and Camon 17 Pro smartphones to its fans, and the day has finally come. Both devices are up for pre-order on Amazon, with first sale scheduled for next Monday, July 26. The vanilla Camon 17 comes with a Helio G85 chipset, four cameras, and Android 11. It has a big 5,000 mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging, and Tecno has priced the handset at INR12,999 or about $175. Currently, there’s only one memory choice - 6/128 GB. The Camon 17 Pro, which we already reviewed, has a slightly more powerful Helio G95 chip, better cameras with a 64...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_camon_17_camon_17_pro_are_officially_in_india-news-50063.php

Nokia XR20 image leaks, looks like a ruggedized midranger

Two days ago Nokia teased an upcoming rugged phone due to launch on July 27. Now, we get our first look at the device (expected to launch as the XR20) courtesy of a Nokia community forum post that was published prematurely. The image shows a dark blue colored phone covered in water droplets presumably hinting at an IP68 rating. The camera cutout appears slightly different to the previous teaser. The bottom of the device features a speaker cutout, Type-C port and headphone jack while the left side houses the power button. The XR20 is rumored bring the Snapdragon 480 5G chipset...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_xr20_image_leaks_looks_like_a_ruggedized_midranger-news-50064.php

Counterpoint: half of mid-rangers sold in Europe support 5G, but Huawei's departure increased prices

In the first quarter of last year there were no mid-range 5G phones available on the European market. Then in Q3 they made up 20% of the segment. In the first quarter of this year 5G mid-rangers account for half of devices sold in Europe in the $250-$500 range, according to Counterpoint Research. Support for the next-gen networks is only part of the story – the mid-tier ($250-$500) and “affordable premium” tier ($500-$700) are what drove the growth of smartphone sales on the Old Continent last year. And this came at the expense of Huawei. Huawei is now all but gone from the Western...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/counterpoint_half_of_midrangers_sold_in_europe_support_5g_but_huaweis_departure_increased_prices-news-50062.php

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 gets FCC certification, 22.5W charging and MIUI 12.5 confirmed

Plenty of recent evidence points to a new Xiaomi tablet in the works and now an FCC listing has yet again confirmed its existence. The new info about a Xiaomi tablet with the 21051182G model number brings a few more spec details including MIUI 12.5 on the software side, 22.5W charging speeds and dual-band Wi-Fi capabilities. Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 FCC certification Last week we saw an MIIT certification for the alleged Mi Pad 5 Pro which confirmed 5G connectivity and a Snapdragon 870 chipset at the helm. This version should come with an 11-inch LCD with 120Hz refresh rate and 2,560...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_pad_5_gets_fcc_certification_225w_charging_and_miui_125_confrimed-news-50060.php

Huawei may resort to using Qualcomm chips for its P50 series, due to Kirin SoCs shortages

According to a new report, Huawei is going to do some mix and match when it comes to chipsets and its P50 series of smartphones. The rumor appears to be perfectly in line with a similar report in June too. Due to the US trade ban, the company has a limited supply of Kirin 9000 SoCs and they just won't be enough for all P50 units. So Qualcomm chips are the obvious substitution here. Since the US government has to explicitly allow each US company to do business with Huawei, there are some obstacles that arise. For instance, Huawei can't produce more of its Kirin 9000 chipsets and the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_may_resort_to_using_qualcomm_chips_for_its_p50_series_due_to_kirin_shortages-news-50059.php

vivo Y72 5G launched in India with Snapdragon 480, 90Hz refresh rate

The first 5G handset in vivo’s Y-series in India is now official with the launch of the Y72 5G. The handset is powered by the Snapdragon 480 chipset instead of MediaTek’s Dimensity 700 on the global model. The rear cameras are slightly different here as well with a 48MP main shooter in place of the 64MP one on the international variant and a 2MP auxiliary snapper instead of the 8MP ultrawide. Another change comes in the screen which now sports a 90Hz refresh rate but gets a downgraded 8MP selfie cam. vivo Y72 5G in Slate Gray and Prism Magic The rest of the specs are matching...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_y72_5g_launched_in_india_with_snapdragon_480_90hz_refresh_rate-news-50058.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 specs revealed on Geekbench

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip3 has just recently passed through China’s TENNA which revealed details about the battery capacity and dimensions of the upcoming foldable phone. Now, the American variant of the Z Flip3 has appeared in Geekbench. The benchmark run reveals that the SM-F7110U is running the Snapdragon 888 chipset and at least 8GB of RAM. The Geekbench 5 score came in at 1,015 for the single-score and 3,161 for multi-core. Unsurprisingly, the Z Flip3 tested is running Android 11 with Samsung’s One Ui layered on top. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 renders Samsung’s...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip3_specs_revealed_on_geekbench-news-50055.php

Realme GT Master design reveals two versions incoming

The Realme GT Master Edition leaked multiple times earlier this month, and at the same time, another unknown phone with model number RMX3366 also claimed to be a part of the Realme portfolio of upcoming devices. Today, the Chief Marketing Officer posted a photo of the phone, while at the same time the official company page on Weibo uploaded a video - both phones claim to be the Realme GT Master Edition, but they come with a different design of the camera island. Realme GT Master front; back in two different versions The common thing between those two phones is the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt_master_design_revealed_there_are_two_versions_incoming-news-50057.php

Realme Watch 2 Pro and Buds Wireless 2 Neo launching in India on July 23

The Realme Watch 2 Pro announced in May will launch in India on July 23. This revelation comes from Amazon.in, which set up a promo page on its website to reveal the launch date. In addition to the Watch 2 Pro, Realme will introduce the Buds Wireless 2 Neo wireless earphones in India next Friday. The Buds Wireless 2 Neo pack 11.2mm Bass Boost Drivers and have a low latency of 88ms. They are also IPX4 water-resistant and come with the magnetic instant connection feature we've seen on Realme's previous neckband-style wireless earphones. Realme hasn't specified the exact size of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_watch_2_pro_buds_wireless_2_neo_india_launch_date-news-50056.php

Microsoft’s new Windows 365 subscription lets you stream Windows 11 from anywhere

On Wednesday, Microsoft announced Windows 365 during its Inspire conference. Dubbed the “Cloud PC” during the presentation, Windows 365 is the first subscription-based Windows license. A subscription will let users log into a virtual machine running Windows 11 from any device, anywhere you have an internet connection. Ultimately, this kind of setup makes it easier for large companies to assign its employees with enterprise-level security and organizational policies pertaining the operating system. Using this kind of solution would makes management easier without needing to manually...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/microsofts_new_windows_365_subscription_lets_you_stream_windows_11_from_anywhere-news-50054.php

Twitter kills Fleets, its version of Stories

Remember when Snapchat created the Stories format and then every company under the sun copied it? Well, as it turns out, some were more successful than others at that. Facebook's Instagram, for example, overtook Snapchat a long time ago and it's not looking back. Twitter, on the other hand? It just announced that it's killing Fleets. What do you mean you don't know what Fleets are? They're Twitter's Stories. Or, rather, were. Not anymore. In an interesting twist, it turns out that some social networks may be more fitting for the Stories format than others, and Twitter ain't it, as they...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/twitter_kills_fleets_its_version_of_stories-news-50053.php

Facebook announces limited public beta for WhatsApp's phone-less multi device capability

The Holy Grail WhatsApp users have been waiting for is almost here. Almost. Today Facebook announced a limited public beta of WhatsApp's new phone-less multi device functionality, and you can enroll by following the procedure described on this page. You need to be on the latest beta version of WhatsApp for Android or iOS. The new beta seems to be limited to only some markets, but the company hasn't mentioned exactly which, so if you're interested try and see if it works for you. It may not because you're not in an eligible country. There are a bunch of things that aren't going to be...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/facebook_announces_limited_public_beta_for_whatsapps_phoneless_multi_device_capability-news-50052.php

Facebook will invest more than $1 billion to creators on Facebook and Instagram

This afternoon, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced in a post that Facebook will create new programs to invest more than $1 billion to incentivize creators to make content for Facebook and Instagram. The company appears to be making efforts to keep creators around and draw users to the platforms. We want to build the best platforms for millions of creators to make a living, so we're creating new programs to invest over $1 billion to reward creators for great content they create on Facebook and Instagram through 2022. Investing in creators isn't new for us, but I'm excited to expand this...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/facebook_will_invest_more_than_1_billion_to_creators_on_facebook_and_instagram-news-50051.php

Video: How the Nokia 808 PureView made camera phone history

Welcome to our new video series, Flashback, where we take a look at the most prominent moments and models in mobile phone history. A lot of you probably already follow the Flashback articles, now we’re bringing small doses of nostalgia to our YouTube audience as well. And what better place to start than with one of the most famous camera phones ever, the Nokia 808 PureView, which we covered in an early installment of the Flashback series. Launched back in 2012, the Nokia 808 sensor wouldn’t be surpassed in resolution for another 7 years and in terms of pure size - until early 2021. It...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_youtube_series_flashback_and_how_the_nokia_808_pureview_made_camera_phone_history-news-50045.php

Samsung Galaxy A03s gets the FCC green light, reveals battery capacity

The Samsung Galaxy A30s has been the subject of several leaks since May and most of the key specs are already known. Including the design. However, the battery has remained unconfirmed up until now. A recently published FCC certification reveals a generous 5,000 mAh battery and also suggests that launch is imminent. This is not the first certification the Galaxy A03s has gained. It has also passed through the Bureau of Indian Standards too. Unfortunately, there's nothing else the FCC listing talks about but as per previous reports and listings, the handset is expected to arrive with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a03s_gets_the_fcc_green_light_reveals_battery_capacity-news-50050.php

OnePlus Watch Cobalt limited edition review

Introduction It's been three months since the OnePlus Watch first went on sale. Unfortunately for OnePlus, the watch was released to widespread critical disapproval; our own review found it to be a poor smartwatch, a mediocre fitness tracker, and a lackluster timepiece for the asking price. Today, the company is launching the Cobalt Limited Edition. This variant features a cobalt alloy body, sapphire glass, and vegan leather strap, all for an even highr price tag than the standard model. However, OnePlus has also been hard at work for the past three months, adding many of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_watch_cobalt_limited_edition_review-news-50042.php

Amazfit PowerBuds Pro bring ANC and health tracking to your ears

Amazfit smartwatches are known for their health and fitness tracking prowess but the brand is now bringing similar features to a pair of TWS earphones. Enter the Amazfit PowerBuds Pro. While they look like your standard pair of wireless in-ear buds, they pack an in-ear PPG heart rate sensor that tracks your heart rate during workouts. Users can tap the buds to get their heart rate readings and also be alerted if they pass a certain threshold. Amazfit PowerBuds Pro Another neat feature is the posture reminder which assesses your cervical spine angle through the built-in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/amazfit_powerbuds_pro_bring_anc_and_health_tracking_to_your_ears-news-50048.php

Xiaomi publishes its Sustainability Report 2020, which covers reducing waste, fighting COVID-19

Xiaomi published its Sustainability Report for 2020, which goes beyond the environmentally-conscious measures undertaken by the company, it also addresses privacy, COVID-19 and earthquakes. The packaging for the Xiaomi Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro series contains 60% less plastic than previous retail packages. The target for the European market is reduce plastic use for packaging even further, which Xiaomi believes it can achieve by the end of the year. Xiaomi has a program in China that allows users to send their old devices for recycling or responsible disposal. Starting in March this...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_publishes_its_sustainability_report_2020_which_covers_reducing_waste_fighting_covid19-news-50049.php