Weekly poll results: when it comes to zoom, more is better

While they are exceedingly rare, it's the telephoto cameras with 5x optical zoom that people want. That option was the clear favorite in last week's poll. 2x optical zoom was declared nearly useless as 48MP cameras are pretty common in the mid-range and up, plus there are already a number of phones with 64MP cams. These high resolution sensors can do 2x digital zoom (usually the fancier "hybrid zoom") while maintaining decent quality. Keep in mind that zoom cams typically have narrow apertures and small sensors, so "optical" zoom isn't always a mark of quality - especially in the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_when_it_comes_to_zoom_more_is_better-news-39913.php

Realme X2 in for review

Realme has been grabbing headlines with its X2 Pro flagship which seems to be overshadowing another great new option in its portofio - the Realme X2. We happen to have both at the office and now it gets its turn to stand in the limelight. Visually, the X2 and its Pro sibling have a lot in common. In fact, you'd have to turn them around to notice the altered camera placement and Realme branding before you could say which is which. While we're there, it's important to note that the X2 retains the main 64MP shooter from the Pro as well as the 8MP ultrawide and 2MP depth units....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_x2_in_for_review-news-39901.php

Microsoft launches a new app combining all Office tools in one place for Android

Microsoft just released a new Office beta app for Android that combines all the essential office tools. This includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. In fact, the app itself is called Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint & more. As you'd expect, the app will let you create, edit documents and manage documents on your Android phone or tablet. You can even collaborate on certain documents with friends and colleagues through the app. Something like Google's Sheets, Docs, etc. One standout feature is the ability to create PDF files from a photo or convert Word, Excel and PowerPoint...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_launches_a_new_app_combining_all_office_tools_in_one_place_for_android-news-39936.php

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite will pack a 4,370 mAh battery

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S10 series in March, and it's said to further expand the lineup with the launch of S10 Lite. The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite recently passed through Geekbench confirming its key specs - Snapdragon 855 SoC, 8GB RAM and Android 10. And now, it has received certification from Brazil's Anatel and its listing reveals the phone will pack a 4,370 mAh battery. Well, that could be the minimal capacity of the battery, with the typical capacity likely being around 4,500 mAh. Something that previous rumors have also pointed at, with support for 45W fast...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s10_lite_specs_battery-news-39935.php

Motorola One Hyper launch imminent as it bags NBTC certification

We've been hearing about Motorola's first pop-up selfie camera smartphone since early September, which will be called One Hyper. There's no word from Motorola about the One Hyper yet, but it seems the smartphone will go official soon since it has been NBTC certified in Thailand. The NBTC listing doesn't reveal anything about the One Hyper other than its model number, which is XT2027-3. But, thanks to previous leaks, we know what the smartphone will come with. The One Hyper will sport a 6.39" notch-less IPS LCD display having FHD+ resolution. Under the hood, it will have a Snapdragon...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_one_hyper_nbtc_certified-news-39934.php

LG G8X ThinQ now available in the US

LG's latest flagship - the G8X ThinQ has officially made its debut and is now available for purchase in US. The phone is up for grabs through AT&T and will soon make its way to more network providers and retailers across the country. The full retail is currently listed at $779.99 off-contract but those who've pre-ordered the device get the Dual Screen accessory for free. LG will also include the G8X ThinQ and secondary display case in varying bundles depending on the retailer/carrier. The G8X packs flagship specs which include a 6.4-inch OLED display with an FHD+ resolution and UD...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lg_g8x_thinq_now_available_in_the_us-news-39927.php