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  • Apple iPhone Front Panels Leaked Images Reveal Thin Bezels

    Apple iPhone Front Panels Leaked Images Reveal Thin Bezels

    Launched on the 3rd of November 2017, the iPhone X has definitely brought some nifty features to the table. To name one, FaceID is by far the most secure unlocking mechanism in a smartphone. Which is why Apple was confident enough to skip out on the fingerprint sensor on the iPhone X. The decision to do away with the fingerprint sensor has probably set another trend after the notch-display. The Oppo Find X is among the first Android smartphones to embrace this concept. The 2018 Apple iPhone lineup has been hit with leaks and speculations for quite a while now. The recent leak shows three front panels, which we assume are for the three variants of the device.

    Apple iPhone
    2018 iPhone Front Panels via Slash Leaks

    A Tipster by the name Ben Geskin revealed the screen-size of each of the iPhones. The image of the front panels reveals there will be three variants of Apple’s 2018 smartphones. One with a 5.8-inch display, another with a 6.1-inch display, and the third with a gigantic 6.5-inch display.

    Apple iPhone
    iPhone Screen Size Leak

    Taking the image as a reference, it is safe to say that Apple will release the three Apple iPhone variants this year. This keeps up with the rumour of there being two flagship devices, a 2018 iPhone X and an iPhone X Plus. The third device could be the “cheaper” iPhone.

    The 2017 iPhone X had a 5.8-inch 2436 x 1125 px OLED True Tone Super Retina display with minimal bezels around it. Out of the box, the device ran on iOS 11. The iPhone X was powered by a 3,000 mAh battery which charges Apple’s lightning port. We suspect that the new iPhones will have a similar setup, with the exception of the “cheaper” iPhone.

    Must Read: Apple Will Release All 3 2019 iPhones With OLED Displays

    Since Apple was big on AI last year, we think that the trend will continue in 2018 as well. The last year’s device featured the Apple A11 Bionic chipset with a neural engine. The camera setup may also see improved specifications.

    The massive event in September will definitely be one of the most exciting updates for Apple fans this year. If the rumours turn out to be true, then it will be interesting to see what segment the cheaper 2018 iPhone variant will be priced at. We will keep an eye out for all the necessary updates, so stay tuned to iGyaan and comment below and let us know what you think about this latest leak.

     

     

  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Press Renders And Live Images Leaked

    Back in October 2011 when Samsung launched the first Galaxy Note, it took the market completely by surprise. The Galaxy Note 9 was the first smartphone with such a large (by 2011 standards)  5.29-inch display. Since then, along with the display size, the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy Note series has seen a major overhaul. The latest smartphone in the series is the Samsung Galaxy Note 9. And, it seems like the leaks for the device just keep on coming. The latest leak is by Evan Blass, showing a press render of the smartphone with the all-new S Pen. The leak was posted on Twitter in a reply to a tweet by Marques Brownlee, otherwise known as MKBHD.

    The other leak was posted by the Twitter user Ice universe showcasing what is potentially the live images of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9. In recent years, Samsung has stopped making major design changes to their smartphones and the Galaxy Note 9 may be following the same trend. Except for the placement of the fingerprint sensor below the secondary camera, there isn’t much of a difference between the Galaxy Note 8 and Note 9. This puts the previous rumours of a screen embedded fingerprint sensor to rest.

    The Galaxy Note 9 may come with a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with a 2960 x 1440 px resolution and an aspect ratio of 18.5:9. The pixel density for the Note 9 could peak at about 514 ppi. Samsung has been using Corning Gorilla Glass for most of its smartphones and the Note 9 may also feature Corning Gorilla Glass 5.

    There may be more than one SoC variant for the Samsung Galaxy Note 9. There could be a US variant with a Snapdragon 845 SoC as well.  The other could be an EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Asia) variant with an Exynos 9810 octa-core chipset.

    If the leaked images are anything to go by, then the camera setup for the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 may feature dual rear-mounted sensors. This flagship could also feature an 8MP front-facing camera. This is similar to the camera setup found on the Galaxy Note 8.

    Samsung Galaxy Note 9
    Samsung Galaxy Note8

    Samsung will have to make sure that the Note 9 packs a punch. Especially since the company’s market performance has been a little underwhelming despite the Galaxy S9 and S9+ doing well. The launch of the device is right around the corner on August 9.

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  • Honor 9N To Launch On 24th July

    Honor 9N To Launch On 24th July

    Huawei is a Chinese smartphone manufacturer which has been giving the likes of Samsung a tough competition. The company took to Twitter on 15th July to announce that it will be bringing the Huawei Honor 9N to India. As confirmed by the company, the phone will launch on the 24th of July. Previous speculations suggested that the phone would launch under the name of Honor 9i. This name could have created a little confusion in the market. There is already a Huawei phone with the name Honor 9i which launched back in October 2017. Here is the tweet by the company.

    Amidst speculation, not much about the Honor 9N is confirmed. The only confirmation we got was for the design. The smartphone follows the same design pattern as its predecessor, the Honor 9 Lite.

    Honor 9 Lite

    Huawei has been focussing on integrating AI in its smartphones and we could expect the trend to continue with the 9N as well. The Honor 9N may feature the company’s latest GPU Turbo update. This update, as the company claims, improves the gaming performance by 60% while reducing battery consumption by 30%. Unlike the Honor 9 Lite, this smartphone may feature a notch-display. This could mean that Huawei might go with a 19:9 aspect ratio for the Honor 9N. The smartphone may not compromise with its bezels and have a similar almost bezel-less display as the Honor 9 Lite or the Honor 9.

    Must Read: Meizu 16 Benchmark Leak Overtakes OnePlus 6

    Several tweets by the company show that the Honor 9N will feature a dual rear-camera mounted horizontally. Below the camera setup, sits the fingerprint sensor.

    The Chinese manufacturer uses its own chipsets for its smartphones named, Kirin. Such may be the case for the Huawei Honor 9N as well. The Honor 9 Lite had a Kirin 659 chipset, so we can expect similar if not better chipset for the Honor 9N.

    Huawei has not confirmed the price segment at which this smartphone is aimed. Regardless, we speculate that it will be a budget-friendly smartphone. We are closely monitoring the Honor 9N news and will keep you updated with the same. So stay tuned to iGyaan.

  • Xiaomi Mi A2 Confirmed To Launch On July 24 With Android One

    Xiaomi Mi A2 Confirmed To Launch On July 24 With Android One

    The Chinese smartphone manufacturing company, Xiaomi has made a name for itself in the Indian market. Fans love the company mostly for its budget-friendly devices. The Xiaomi Mi A2 will be an Android One device which would launch on July 24 in Madrid, Spain. We can expect the Xiaomi Mi A2 to be another of those budget-friendly devices. The Xiaomi Mi A2 has been subject to a lot of speculations over the past few weeks. The new tweet by the company revealed the launch details.

    Xiaomi Mi A2 will be available in four variants. The most affordable one will have 4GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage, the second on the list will have 64GB storage and the same RAM. The third variant on the list will have 6GB of RAM and 64GB storage while the most premium variant will have 6GB RAM and 128GB of onboard storage.

    Another aspect of the Xiaomi Mi A2 revealed in the leak is the colour options. The smartphone will be available in Gold, Blue and Black colour variants in India. However, looking at the marketing strategy of many smartphone makers, Xiaomi could launch a special red colour edition a couple of months after the Mi A2 launch. Much like the OnePlus 6.

    Xiaomi Mi A2
    Mi 6X Pink Variant

    The smartphone is expected to have a 5.99-inch FHD+ 2160 x 1080 px IPS LCD display with a 16:9 ratio aspect ratio. The screen to body ratio could be around 70.1%. The smartphone might run on the Snapdragon 626/660 Octa-core chipset. The beloved 3.5mm headphone jack could also make a reappearance on the Mi A2.

    Must Read: Xiaomi Mi 8 Could Launch In India In July

    The dual rear-camera on the Mi A2 could feature a 12 MP sensor with a f/2.2 aperture and another 12 MP sensor with a f/2.6 aperture. The front-facing camera of the device might have a 5 MP sensor capable of shooting 1080p videos.

     

    Stay tuned to iGyaan for further updates on the Xiaomi A2 story.

  • WhatsApp Beta Update To Enable WhatsApp Stickers

    WhatsApp Beta Update To Enable WhatsApp Stickers

    Facebook, the social network which bought the messaging service, WhatsApp back in February 2014, has been updating the platform. The new beta update for the app brings stickers to its users. Though the WhatsApp beta version has been around for a while, Facebook has never tested this feature for the app before. There are many other messaging platforms which have already embraced this concept. It will be the first time that WhatsApp will introduce stickers to its users.

    The new WhatsApp beta update will bring a lot of interesting sticker packs. A Twitter post shows two sticker packs, Unchi & Rollie and Bibimbap Friends.

    Must Read: OnePlus 3 Gets Beta Android Oreo Update

    Previously, WhatsApp gave its users the option to send GIFs and emojis. The addition of stickers will probably help the app gain more traction. There are several other rumours which claim that the beta update will also provide a sticker store. Whether the store will have region-specific stickers like those found on Hike messenger is unclear.

    The WhatsApp beta update was announced at the F8 conference in May 2018. The beta version with the sticker will be available in the version 2.18.218. The current beta update provides group voice chat and video call features.

    Stickers will have separate categories depending on the type of emotion they depict. Some of the categories are Lol, Wow, Love, and Sad. The developers haven’t confirmed the official release date for this update yet. We are certain, however, that the WhatsApp Beta Stickers update is just around the corner. So if you haven’t already, now will a good time to signup for the Beta release of the app.

    WhatsApp is one of the most downloaded messenger apps of all time. It is natural for Facebook to keep the users engaged with new features.

  • Meizu 16 Benchmark Leak Overtakes OnePlus 6

    Meizu 16 Benchmark Leak Overtakes OnePlus 6

    Meizu is a Chinese electronics manufacturing company, has made its name in the smartphone industry. Its latest upcoming smartphone is expected to be the Meizu 16.  The first leak for the device was the front panel glass leak. Posted on Weibo, the panel features thin Samsung-like bezels. This may be the first phone from the company to feature an almost bezel-less display. The latest leaks reveal the benchmark score of the smartphone.

    Meizu 16

    The leaks reveal that the Maize 16 scored a whopping 291,866 while OnePlus scored 284,642 on AnTuTu. Similarly, a smartphone marketed for gaming, the Mi Black Shark also scored 288,222. This score is far less than that of Meizu’s new device. The company launched the Meizu 15 in April of 2018, to which this smartphone will be a successor.

    Meizu 16
    Meizu 16 Benchmark Score

    Although not much is known about the device, we speculate that Meizu 16 could feature a 6.1-inch display. The display resolution of the device could be 2960 x 1440 px with an aspect ratio of 18.5:9. The company might use an OLED panel for the smartphone. This smartphone could be the company’s 2018 flagship.

    Must Read: OnePlus Will Only Launch Flagship Smartphones Till 2021

    The smartphone might run on the latest Snapdragon 845 SoC paired with the Adreno 630 GPU. Powering the smartphone could be a 3,600 mAh Li-Ion battery. There is no word on the types of storage or colour variants of the device. However, the leaked photos suggest the device may launch with some form of black and white colour variants.

     

  • Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i To Be Launched On 26th July In India

    Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i To Be Launched On 26th July In India

    The company has been teasing the Huawei Nova series for a while. Now Huawei has made an official announcement for the India launch of the devices on Twitter. The phone will be launching in India on 26th July. The rumours around the phone suggest that these phones could feature the new GPU Turbo. The smartphone is expected to go on sale via Amazon for pre-order. The company did not make any announcements about the price. However, several leaks suggest the smartphone could go on sale for roughly Rs. 35,500.

    Little Insight

    Huawei Nova 3 is the successor of the Nova 2 which the company announced back in May 2017. The smartphone sports the same colour options as seen on the Huawei P20 Pro. The Nova 3 features the notch on its display and a dual front-facing camera setup.

    Specs

    The Huawei Nova 3 features a 6.3-inch 2340 x 1080 pixels display with the aspect ratio of 19:9. This makes the pixel density of the device peak at 409 ppi. The screen to body ratio of the display is somewhere around 84%.

    The Nova 3 could  be launched with the 970 chipset. This SoC will be paired with a 6GB RAM and have two storage variants, 64GB and 128GB.

    The Huawei Nova 3 camera setup is comprised of a 16MP sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and a 24MP Black and White sensor with an f/1.8 aperture. Furthermore, the front camera setup is a dual setup with one 24MP sensor and the other, a 2MP sensor.

    Must Read: Samsung Galaxy Note9 Renders Reveal Rear-Facing Fingerprint Sensor And Thin Bezels

    Conclusion

    Companies like Oppo and Vivo are bringing a notch-less and an almost bezel-less experience. This toughens the competition in the smartphone market. For Huawei Nova series to do well, the company will have to price its smartphones carefully.

    The Indian launch date of the Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i is right around the corner. We will soon get to know how it fairs against other devices in its price segment. Stay tuned to iGyaan for further updates.

     

     

     

  • Huawei GPU Turbo Update Pushing Out To Select Devices

    Huawei GPU Turbo Update Pushing Out To Select Devices

    The new update which Huawei is calling GPU Turbo will release in August. The company plans to roll out the update only for a few of its smartphones. The Huwaei GPU Turbo will significantly improve the graphical performance of the device without compromising on its battery life.

    The Huawei GPU Turbo is similar to overclocking the CPU of a computer. The update will improve the overall performance of the device by optimizing its resource utilization. This would result in almost 60% improved graphical performance while reducing close to 30% of battery consumption. Which means, not only will you be able to game better, but the battery life of your device will also improve.

    Huawei is closely working with developers to make sure the update is a bug-free experience by the time it releases. The company has placed its bets on software optimization at a time when the competition is focussed on hardware. This is a refreshing change as having the latest GPU does not necessarily mean better performance. A well-optimized smartphone can use the GPU to its full potential.

    Huawei GPU Turbo will provide noticeable improvements in games like PUBG. PUBG is a resource hungry game which eats away at the battery life of a smartphone. With GPU Turbo, the battery life will improve quite significantly.

    Huawei GPU Turbo
    PUBG

    Following is a list of devices, release date, and regions which will receive the Huawei GPU Turbo update.

    Device Release Date Region
    Huawei Mate 10, Mate 10 Pro, Mate RS August 2018 Europe, Russia, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa
    Huawei P20 and P20 Pro August 2018 Europe, Russia, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa
    Huawei P20 Lite September 2018 Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa
    Huawei Nova 2i September 2018 All Markets
    Huawei P Smart September 2018 All Markets
    Huawei Mate 10 Lite September 2018 All Markets
    Huawei Y9 (2018) September 2018 All Markets
    Huawei Mate 9 and Mate 9 Pro November 2018 All Markets
    Huawei Mate 9 and Mate 9 Pro November 2018  All Markets

    Must Read: Huawei P20, P20 Pro To Launch In India On April 24th

    As the list suggests, the Huawei Mate 10, Mate 10 Pro, and Mate RS will be the first devices to receive this update. These devices will be followed by the likes of Huawei P20 and P20 Pro. Although the list isn’t big it contains a list of mostly the high-end device of Huawei.

     

  • Ferrari’s Design Company Working On A $2M Electric Hypercar

    Ferrari’s Design Company Working On A $2M Electric Hypercar

    The company which designed the Ferrari F40, Pininfarina, is planning to launch a $2 million electric hypercar according to reports. Pininfarina has designed Maserati cars as well. Now the company is planning to launch its own hypercar in hopes to set a benchmark in the history of car making. The company is calling this the PF0 or the PF Zero.

    Small History

    Pininfarina was responsible for designing the classic Ferrari F40. The company showcased its capabilities in the 2016 Geneva Automobile Convention. With their H2 Speed 2018, the company introduced the world to its first hydrogen-powered hypercar. The car could go from 0 to 100km/h in just 3.4 seconds. The new PF0 plans to blow that record out of the water by supposedly going from 0 to 100 miles/hr in less than two seconds.

    Pininfarina
    Pininfarina H2 Speed via Pininfarina
    Press Release

    In the press release, Michael Perschke, the CEO of Automobili Pininfarina said:

    Automobili Pininfarina is a pioneering new business created to service the most discerning clients in the world. Our product portfolio will launch with an innovative, zero-emissions hypercar that represents the progression we aim to make at the pinnacle of the luxury and sports car market.

    With PF0 the company aims to deliver speed and luxury in a single package. The car could do well in Silicon Valley where the electric car is the new buzzwords.

    Must Read: Google Could Be Fined US$ 11 Billion In EU’s Antitrust Case

    Top Speed

    PF0 will feature a charging time from 0 to 80 percent in a mere 15 minutes. This puts Tesla’s Supercharging stations to shame which take up to 20 minutes for a 0 to 50 percent charge.

    Pininfarina Ferrari
    Pininfarina PF0 Design via Pininfarina NYC Press Release
    Final Verdict

    Pininfarina designed the Ferrari F40 to run on gasoline, with their PF0 the company wants to enter the electric hypercar market. To face the competition the company has to keep up with the market standards of an electric car. Whether or not Pininfarina can set itself apart from the competition will be seen when the concept is unveiled at the 2019 Geneva convention.

     

     

     

  • Top Tech and Gadgets List Under Rs. 500

    Top Tech and Gadgets List Under Rs. 500

    The top tech and gadgets is a list of cool gadgets which won’t hurt your pocket. Apart from being useful, all the items in the list are below the Rs. 500 mark. We will provide you with a link to buy the items on the list.

     

    1. Bluetooth Receiver
    Top Tech and Gadgets
    Bluetooth Receiver

    Starting the top tech and gadgets list strong, is the Bluetooth Receiver, it  allows you to enjoy wireless music anytime and anywhere. With a slightly primitive Bluetooth 4.1 connection, you may face a little trouble if the connected device is far away from the receiver. However, at the cost of Rs. 299, it is worth checking out. The Built-in rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 4 hours of backup and takes about 50 minutes to fully charge. The Bluetooth receiver supports both Android and iOS device. 

    Must Read: OnePlus Will Only Launch Flagship Smartphones Till 2021

    2. Solar LED
    Top Tech and Gadgets
    Solar LED

    Second on the top tech and gadgets list is the Agni Solar Mini Light. At a price of Rs. 419, this solar LED lamp provides you with 4 hours of backup when used at the high-intensity setting and up to 8 hours when at the low-intensity setting. The light source is a 0.5W LED and the product comes with one year manufacturer’s warranty.

    3. Cable Desk Clips
    Top Tech and Gadgets
    Cable Clips

    The Baseus TPU Cable Clip is a fairly cheap cable organizer for Rs. 499. The clip allows you to manage your data lines and charger cables. The rounded shape of the clip allows you to fit the product in almost any tight space. The manufacturer claims that the clip is made with high-quality materials ensuring that the clip sticks to the surface. The clip has a total of three pieces which can either be used together or separately.

    4. Magnetic Pick-Up Tool
    Top Tech and Gadgets
    Lazy Wand

    The Gadget Hero’s Telescopic Magnetic Pick-Up Tool or the Lazy Wand is a cheap tool for Rs. 499. The tool allows you to pick up metallic items which would otherwise be hard to see or pick up. The telescopic stainless steel extends up to 7.7 inches in length. The tool has a comfortable double-decker grip to keep it from slipping away. The added LED light makes it useful for use in poorly lit areas.

    5. USB Volt Meter
    Top Tech and Gadgets
    Voltmeter

    The USB Charger Doctor is priced at Rs. 470 and will allow you to measure the battery health of any of your devices. The reading on the device is measured in mAh unit. The voltmeter will especially be useful for those who want to know if their device is heating up while charging. The tool will also allow you to see if your device is charging properly.

    6. Lazy Neck Holder
    Top Tech and Gadgets
    Neck Holder

    At a price of Rs. 329 the Hanumex Neck phone holder is a device for both the laid-back and physically active people. The tool allows you to view your phone without having to use your hands. The band has a retractable mount and the entire necklace is about 24 inches long.

    7. Solar DIY Kit
    Top Tech and Gadgets
    DIY Kit

    At a price of Rs. 249 the solar DIY kit comes very handy in encouraging your children to engage in creative activities. The kit provides 6 different systems like a boat, windmill, car, plane and chopper propeller. This means you can put the kit to use not only for your kids to play with but also for your own DIY projects. The best part is, it does not require batteries or screwdrivers.

    8. Multi-Hand Tool
    Top Tech and Gadgets
    Multi-Hand Tool

    The Generic Multi-Hand has multiple tools mounted on a Swiss Knife-like holder. You can find anything from a hammer, an ax, to a bottle opener on this portable Hand tool. For the price of Rs. 395, this is a must-have accessory on our list of top tech and gadgets.

    9. Motorised knife and Scissor Sharpener
    Top Tech and Gadgets
    Motorised Sharpener

    This awesome gadget will surely be an important addition to any household. The Motorized Knife Sharpener increases the shelf life of your cutting knives and scissors. Running on double-A batteries, this gadget on our list can help you sharpen all your cutting tools.

    10. Paracord Survival Bracelet
    Top Tech and Gadgets
    Paracord Bracelet

    Paracord is one of the most durable rope materials. The Paracord survival bracelet is a multi-functional gadget for those who like the wilderness and adventure. The bracelet is equipped with a scraper and a flint to start your own fire. In case of an emergency situation, the bracelet also has a whistle which can be used to call for help or alert other people.  The Paracord Survival Bracelet is available at Amazon for approximately Rs. 231.

    For a fairly cheap price, these gadgets can help you with your daily chores. Make sure to keep following this iGyaan thread for more top tech and gadgets.

  • OnePlus Dash Charge Likely To Be Rebranded “Warp Charge”

    OnePlus Dash Charge Likely To Be Rebranded “Warp Charge”

    OnePlus introduced Dash Charge with their smartphone line back in 2016. However, OnePlus is now planning to start from the scratch and rebrand “Dash Charge”. The new name for OnePlus’ fast charging feature could be “Warp Charge”.

    OnePlus decided to rebrand the name after it faced a trademark rejection in the EU. There were two main reasons why OnePlus could not own the Dash Charge trademark in the EU. The OnePlus Dash Charge clashed with the name of Bragi’s wireless earphones, “The Dash Pro”. The name also clashed with Amazon’s “Dash Replenishment”.

    The trademark for Warp Charge was filed at the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). The filing comes under the Nice Class 9, which covers:

    • Data cables
    • power adapters
    • cell phone battery chargers
    • electrical adapters
    • electric batteries
    • chargers for electric batteries
    • wireless chargers

    And since the OnePlus Dash Charge is a name for the company’s charging feature, the trademark falls under the Nice Class 9.

    Must Read: Tesla iPhone X Has A Solar Battery And Costs US$ 4590

    OnePlus has made a logo for the new “Warp Charge” brand name. The look has the words “Warp Charge” in black colour seemingly warping and getting distorted due to high speeds.

    OnePlus Dash Charge
    OnePlus Dash Charge Rebranded to Warp Charge

    OnePlus already started doing away with the Dash Charge brand by renaming “Dash Charge” to “rapidly charging” when you plug in a OnePlus 6. So it’s evident that there will be a rebranding at some point in time. However, There is no word from the EUIPO on whether the organization will accept the trademark. We will keep an eye out for further updates to see what would be the new name for Dash Charge so stay tuned to iGyaan.

     

     

     

  • Honor Note 10 Rolls Royce Edition Images Leaked

    Honor Note 10 Rolls Royce Edition Images Leaked

    Smartphone manufacturer, Huawei, has partnered with the British automobile company, Rolls Royce to launch a new device. The latest leaks show a hands-on image of the Honor Note 10 Rolls Royce Edition. The smartphone could launch on 26th July in China.  The image only shows the rear panel which houses the Rolls Royce logo and has a glossy metallic finish.

    Must Read: Nokia X6 With All-Glass Design And A Notch Launched

    Honor Note 10 Rolls Royce Edition
    Honor Note 10 Rolls Royce Edition

    The image also shows what seems like a USB Type-C slot and a single speaker grill at the bottom. Although it would be too early to say anything for sure, from the looks of it, the smartphone may not feature the headphone jack. The rear also houses a fingerprint sensor and a dual-camera setup.

    The Honor Note 10 Rolls Royce Edition might launch at a price of ¥9998 (approx $1495). The smartphone could follow the same limited stock trend of other special edition devices. At this point, we cannot say for certain if this device will launch in India.

    The Honor Note 10 will also come in color variants other than the special edition. While we don’t have the official name of these colors yet, we do have an alleged image showing them.

    Honor Note 10 Rolls Royce Edition
    Honor Note 10 Color Variants 

    The Honor Note 10 Rolls Royce edition could have the same specifications as the other color variants except for maybe the storage size. The smartphone could feature a 6.9-inch Super AMOLED display with 3120 x 1440 px resolution and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. This puts the pixel density at about 498 ppi.

    Huawei is known for using their own Kirin chipset for their smartphones. The Honor Note 10 could feature the flagship Hisilicon Kirin 970. This is an octa-core chipset with 4 cores running at 2.4 GHz and the other four at 1.8 GHz.

    As the live-images showed the smartphone will feature a primary dual-camera setup. The setup consists of a 16 MP sensor with f/1.8 aperture and a 24 MP Black and White sensor with f/1.8 aperture. There is still no word on whether the camera will feature OIS. The secondary camera will be a 16 MP sensor.

    A marketing strategy like releasing a special edition of smartphones could either work wonders for a company or it could be seen as a gimmick. We would keep an eye out to see which way things go for Huawei with the Honor Note 10 Rolls Royce Edition, so stay tuned to iGyaan.

     

     

  • Galaxy Note 9 Accidentally Advertised By Samsung

    Galaxy Note 9 Accidentally Advertised By Samsung

    In the latest leak from the company, Samsung has accidentally released an advertisement for the Galaxy Note 9. The news comes from the tipster twitter handle, Ice universe. The account shared a photo of a full-page ad of the Galaxy Note 9.

    The page advertises the Note 9 as “The new super powerful Note 9”. Not sure where Samsung was going with that but the overall design of the smartphone though not new, still looks impressive. What is expected to be new, is the revamped S-Pen which will now feature Bluetooth capabilities.

    A Galaxy Note 9 design render video was posted on YouTube.  The video shows an elegant design which follows the same design pattern as the Galaxy Note 8. The only noticeable difference is the placement of the fingerprint sensor, which sits right below the rear-camera module.

    Must Read: Samsung Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ Details Leaked

    The color variants suggested by the video are Onyx Black, Navy Blue, Lilac Purple, and Brown Gold. The Galaxy Note 9 might have a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with 1440 x 2960 px resolution and an aspect ratio of 18.5:9. The pixel density for the Note 9 could peak at about 514 ppi. The display will be protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 5.

    The SoC for the Note 9 could vary from region to region. For instance, EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Asia) may see a Galaxy Note 9 with an Exynos 9810 octa-core chipset. Four of these eight cores will run at 2.7 GHz and the other four at 1.8 GHz. The second variant could launch with a Snapdragon 845 SoC, for USA and China.

    The camera setup for the Galaxy Note 9 may feature dual rear-mounted sensors. The rear-camera setup is speculated to have a 12MP sensor with an aperture of f/1.5 and another 12MP sensor with f/2.4 aperture. This flagship may also feature an 8MP front-facing camera. The primary sensor could have OIS capabilities and 2x optical zoom.

    Samsung has been lagging behind the competition for a while. Especially after massive a sales dip last year. All eyes are glued to Samsung as the Galaxy Note 9 release is around the corner. Stay tuned to iGyaan for further updates.

  • Leaks Suggest Android P Could Be Called Android Pistachio

    Leaks Suggest Android P Could Be Called Android Pistachio

    Leaks have revealed the name of Android P and the fans are going nuts (pun intended). The leak was first posted on a Polish website. The website shared screenshots of a conversation between a Huawei representative and a customer. The customer was inquiring about the Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Huawei P9 Lite.

    Android Pistachio
    Huawei Live Chat Screenshot

    Though it is highly unlikely for Google to reveal the official name for its Android P. This news still steers the thought process and speculation to a new direction. Other rumors about the name suggest that the name could be Android Pistachio Ice-cream.

    Android Pistachio
    Android P

    Android usually uses names of sweet treats or desserts. For Google to use a “nutty” name will be quite surprising. In this case, the name Pistachio Ice-cream would make more sense. From Cupcake to the to Oreo the names have always been based on a candy or dessert. One should keep in mind that during its testing phase Android 8.0 was just called Android O.

    There is again a catch to Android Pistachio Ice-cream as the name “Ice-cream Sandwich” has already been used. This naming convention could sound redundant which further creates a doubt about the entire leak.

    Must Read: Only 1% Android Smartphones Are Running Android 8 Oreo

    Android P is the ninth installation of Google’s Android OS. Many devices including the OnePlus 6 have already received a Developer Preview of the Android P. This new version brings subtle UI changes like the redesigned notification panel when triggered by the volume rockers. The new update also brings better battery optimization, dark and light theme modes, and the ability to toggle between multiple wallpapers.

    Pistachio tastes quite good but, whether Google names Android P after “these nuts”, remains to be seen. With the official announcement about a month or so away, we will monitor this thread closely so stay tuned to iGyaan for any further updates.

  • Xiaomi Mi Max 3 Launch Set For 19th July

    Xiaomi Mi Max 3 Launch Set For 19th July

    Xiaomi has confirmed that the Mi Max 3 is going to launch on July 19th in China. Fans speculated that the Mi Max 3 would launch in the month of May alongside the launch of Mi 7. However, the CEO of the Chinese manufacturer, Lei Jun confirmed at that time the launch would happen sometime in July.

    Prior to the launch confirmation, Lei Jun also teased the retail box of the Xiaomi Mi Max 3. The cuboidal box is white and has the “Max 3” embossed on the top in gold colour.

    Xiaomi Mi Max 3
    Mi Max 3 Retail Box

     

    The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 will have a 6.9 inch Full HD+ IPS LCD panel with a 2160 x 1080 px resolution. The aspect ratio for this smartphone is 18:9 and the screen-to-body ratio due to the lack of the notch is 79.8%. The Mi Max 3 will launch with MIUI 10 out of the box, based on Android 8.1 Oreo.

    Xiaomi is likely to go with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor paired with the Adreno 509 GPU. The other likely alternative for the Xiaomi Max 3 is the Snapdragon 710 processor with the Adreno 616 GPU. According to some rumors, is also a possibility that we may see a Pro version with the latter SoC.

    Xiaomi Mi Max3

    The phone is expected to be launched in three storage and RAM variants. The first variant will have 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. The other variant will have a 4GB RAM and a 64GB internal storage. The third variant will have a 6GB RAM and a large 128GB internal storage.

    Also Read: OnePlus 6 Vs Xiaomi Mi 8: Top Notch Flagships

    For the expected price of CNY 1,699 (roughly Rs. 17,400), Xiaomi decided to not put a notch on its 2018 Max smartphone. This is surprising, considering the fact that other manufacturers have adopted the notch, even for their sub Rs. 20K phones. To name one, The Nokia X6, which is yet to be released outside of China, has a notch. Xiaomi also has the Redmi 6 pro with a notch which will be launched in India later in the year.

     

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