Author: Sahil Kapoor

Freshly Leaked Huawei Smartphone Could Be The Mate 30 Pro

Huawei which was once predicted to take over the title of the world’s number one smartphone sometime in 2020, had to face a major setback in the month of May after the US government designated it to an entity list. The US sanction barred all American companies from having any sort of trade relations with the Chinese corporation.

As it seemed everything was going against Huawei, a meeting that took place at the G20 summit between the leaders of two nations, America and China, turned out to be a big sigh of relief for the Chinese company. The US administration led by Donald Trump has allowed American companies to continue selling hardware and software offerings to Huawei until further notice is released.

Freshly, an upcoming flagship grade smartphone from Huawei has been spotted on the micro-blogging website, Twitter. According to the source, the upcoming handset is the Mate 30 Pro which will succeed the praiseworthy Huawei Mate 20 Pro from last year.

The images shared by the tipster present the alleged render of the Huawei Mate 30 Pro and a plastic case, which correspond with each other.

The alleged renders reveal that the rear of the Huawei Mate 30 Pro has a minimalist design that house the company branding and a quad camera setup. The quad rear camera setup is housed in a circular arrangement which also features the Leica branding in the middle. Visual inspection suggests that the topmost camera in the Mate 30 Pro will be a zoom lens as seen on the previously launched Huawei P30 Pro.

Other camera sensors are also assumed to match the ones found on the P30 Pro. Going by past experiences, the ‘Mate’ and ‘P’ series of smartphones have had hetergenous camera setup.

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In order to verify the renders and speculations of the Mate 30 Pro, we will have to patiently wait until its launch which is expected to happen in the month of October.

July 1, 2019
US$ 500 Ryzen 9 Beats US$ 2000 Intel i9 Processor

At the Computex 2019, AMD unveiled the 3rd Gen Ryzen desktop processors which are based on the “Zen 2” architecture. The newly introduced CPUs are manufactured using 7 nm process which is a world first for desktop-grade processors. The 3rd Gen Ryzen lineup currently consists of five offerings which start from US $ 199 and go all the way up to $ 499.

When the 3rd Gen Ryzen CPUs were first unveiled, AMD made clear that the company is going ruthlessly after Intel, not only in terms of price but also performance. Surprisingly, the top of the line Ryzen 9 3900X has been spotted on Geekbench and the results registered by the CPU have managed to surpass Intel’s high-end Intel Core i9 9980XE which costs about 4x the former.

The Ryzen 9 3900X will retail for a price of US $ 499 once it goes on sale later this year, on the other hand, the Intel Core i9 9980XE is currently available for purchase and it costs US $ 1979.

In terms of Geekbench performance, the Ryzen 9 3900X registers a single core score of 5904 and a multi core score of 44849 points. Inversely, team Blue’s i9 9980XE registers a single core score for 5379 points and a multi core score of 46371 points. Clearly, the AMD processor has a higher single core score out of the two, with slightly lower multi core score.

Although higher benchmarks on the AMD Ryzen 3900X won’t necessarily translate to better performance in real life. As the optimisation of software for a certain architecture is also equally important. Nevertheless, with the price that the high-end Ryzen processor is being offered, users can’t really go wrong if they choose this over Intel’s offering.

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To sum it up, AMD with its advanced technology and aggressive pricing has made Intel rethink its strategies which will now have to go back to the drawing board.

Till the time Intel is able to justify its offering by either significantly reducing their price or unveiling new lineup of updated processors, AMD can reap the benefits that it has earned by heavily investing in research.

June 29, 2019
The US Clears Huawei Off Its Entity List, Can Restore Relations With American Firms

In the month of May, the US Commerce Department designated the Chinese tech titan, Huawei to an entity list. This move revoked all American companies from having any sort of trade relations with the Chinese corporation.

Subsequently, Huawei had to deal with a significant setback as major companies including Google and Microsoft had to withdraw their software support for the former’s hardware offerings. As it seemed things could not get worse, ARM, the British semiconductor and software design company also pulled off the plug. Hence, Huawei could no longer manufacture its Kirin chipsets as they incorporated Cortex architecture which is developed by ARM.

Nevertheless, the reason that induced the ban on Huawei in the first place is that the US government accused the company of installing backdoors on its 5G equipment which was considered as a threat to the national security.

Following a month of turmoil, things may get back on track for Huawei. At the G20 summit which is currently being held in Osaka, leaders of both the countries sat together to discuss trade tensions which has now been de-escalated to some extent. According to reports American president, Donald Trump, for the time being, has allowed US-based companies to restore trade relations with Huawei. Therefore, the Chinese corporation can once again buy products and services from American businesses until further notice.

Intriguingly, the US government stated that it will hold the tariffs on China which were previously expected to see a significant rise. In return, China will be purchasing huge quantities of agricultural products produced by US locals.

Despite the fact, circumstances have gotten much better for Huawei, at least for now, the company might take some severe steps to ensure it never has to go through such hardships in the future.

Though the company can again register new smartphones with Android OS, it may still decide to launch a handful of devices with Ark OS or HongMeng Os, the companies in house developed operating system. This will allow Huawei to break free from the monopoly that has been created by the American companies.

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All in all, not much can be said about the plans that Huawei might have formed during the short yet difficult period it had to endure. Only the future will unravel what lies in store for Huawei.

Though this is definitely a positive report for all Huawei and Honor device owners which are now likely to get extended software support on their smartphones or tablets.

June 29, 2019
Apple Shifts Mac Pro Production From US To China

At the Apple WWDC 19 event, which was held in the month of June, the company announced its latest Mac Pro computer which is designed for pro consumers, professionals and movie makers. Before the launch of the current gen computer, all Mac Pro machines completed their final assembly in the USA at the Austin, Texas assembly line.

But with the new Mac Pro, Apple is shifting the last stage of assembly of these high-end computers from the United States to China. Noteworthy, even if the last generation Mac Pro was assembled in its home country, components used in it were manufactured in several countries.

According to reports, this effort could help reduce costs related to shipping components to the United States for the last production step. Nevertheless, Apple has partnered with Quanta Computer in China which will be held responsible for finalising assembly of the 2019 Mac Pro future onwards. Users who are unaware can read about the new Mac Pro below:

Apple Mac Pro

The Apple Mac Pro is a considerably larger machine in comparison to its predecessor, it measures 529 X 450 x 218 mm and tip the scale at 18 KG. It has two steel handles on top which can be used to easily relocate the computer. The case can also be fitted with optional wheels to enable mobility of the system.

According to the company, the new computer offers state-of-the-art cooling with three large fans which can disperse 300 cubics of feet per minute. This will allow the processor and other components to run at maximum power without thermal throttling.

The latest Apple Mac Pro can be configured with the 28 core Intel Xeon processor with 300W of power. In terms of memory, the Mac Pro supports up to 1.5TB of RAM, which can be divided between six-channel memory across 12 DIMM slots (Dual In-Line Memory Module). The machine has eight built-in PCI Express slots which can be used to install upgrades as the need of the user.

The Mac Pro includes 2 USB-C which can also double up as Thunderbolt 3 ports and two USB-A ports that are present on the front of the case. For wireless connectivity, it also has 802.11 ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0

The components of the Mac Pro are powered by a 1400W power supply unit (PSU) which can even compensate for additional components that the user may add in the future. The computer starts at a price of US $ 6000 and it will start shipping later this year.

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All in all, the new Mac Pro is an absolute beast of a computer. However, Apple needs to make sure that the product sells at a profit rather than burning a hole in its pocket. Therefore the move of shifting its production to China from the US that has significantly higher labour costs can be justified.

June 29, 2019
Xiaomi Huami Amazfit Bip Lite Smartwatch Launched In India
In the month of July last year, Huami, a company backed by Xiaomi launched its two wearable devices in India which include the Amazfit Bip and Amazfit Stratos.

Two weeks ahead of the Amazon India prime day sale, the company has silently listed the Amazfit Bip Lite smartwatch on the e-commerce website. As the name suggests, the newly launched device is an affordable variant of the previously announced Amazfit Bip. However, don’t let the ‘Lite’ suffix mislead you to taking the Amazfit Bip Lite as a substandard product. Even though it has an economical price, it still packs loads of fitness-oriented features in addition to the conventional watch.

Huami Amazfit Bip Lite Quick Specs:
- 1.28-inch colour Always-on reflective touch display
- Gorilla Glass 3
- Optical heart rate sensor
- Bluetooth 4.0
- IP68 Resistant to dust, rain and splashing
- 190mah Battery with up to 45 days of battery life
Amazfit Bip Lite Design And Features

The Amazfit Bip Lite has an elegant design with a square watch dial and soft silicome straps. The smartwatch sports a 1.28 inch colour display which has a resolution of 176 x 176 ppi. To protect the device against scratches it uses a 2.5d Corning Gorilla Glass.

To navigate across various menus and features of the Huami Amazfit Bip Lite, the user can either use the touch button placed below the display or the right side mounted circular crown. The rear side of the fitness watch houses a heart rate monitor which can measure the user’s heart rate on the go.

Besides, the Amazfit Bip Lite also has a pedometer (step counter), sleep monitor and a sedentary reminder. The fitness watch prompts the user with a reminder when they have remained seated for an extended period of time.

The Amazfit Bip Lite is powered by a 190 mAh battery which is claimed to provide a battery backup of 45 days depending on the usage. The battery is charged via a proprietary connector and it takes about 2.5 to fully replenish it.

Talking about features, the Huami Amazfit Bip Lite has a built-in vibration motor which sends haptic feedback when the user receives a message or phone call. The fitness device is compatible with both iOS and Android, also the users can save data for later which can be transferred to an app on the smartphone. Other sensors on the device include a Barometer and GPS.

In addition to the Amazfit Bip Lite smartwatch, the box includes a charging cable and a user manual. The smartwatch is available in a black colour option and is priced at Rs 3,999. As previously mentioned it will be available for purchase with the Amazon Prime day which begins 15th of July.

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The Huami Amazfit Bip Lite seems like a worthy buy not only for a fitness enthusiast but for anyone who is looking an affordable smart wearable.
June 29, 2019
First Live Images Of The Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Surface

Earlier this year, Samsung launched the tenth iteration of the Galaxy S series of smartphones which carry the “Galaxy S10” branding. Following the successful launch of S10 lineup, Samsung is bracing for the launch of another flagship lineup of handsets, the Galaxy Note 10.

Samsung Galaxy S10+

Unlike past years, the company will launch multiple variants of the 10th Gen Galaxy Note. The upcoming devices will allegedly be called the Galaxy Note 10e, Galaxy Note 10+, Galaxy Note 10 5G and the standard Galaxy Note 10.

Renders of the upcoming smartphones based on rumours and claims have previously surfaced on the internet. But with the latest leak, the actual images of Galaxy Note 10+ have been revealed by a user on the micro-blogging website, Twitter.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Punch Hole Camera

The leaked images of the Galaxy Note 10+ exhibit a smartphone with large screen display which is surrounded by insignificant bezels. Noteworthy, it also presents a punch hole selfie camera in the display which goes in line with the previously leaked screen protectors.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Front

The Tweet consists of three images, out of which the first one clearly shows that the high end Galaxy Note 10 will be called Galaxy Note 10+ and not Galaxy Note 10 Pro which some reports in the past claimed.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Rear

The third image shared by the leakster reveals the rear of the Galaxy Note 10+. Although the image is very blurred, it can be derived that the smartphone will have a quad rear camera setup which past renders have shown.

The current leak does not provide any specifications of the Galaxy Note 10+ but they can be extracted from past leaks which were previously mentioned.

The Galaxy Note 10+ is reported to sport a 6.6 inch display which will house an under display fingerprint sensor. Also, it is claimed to have a piezoelectric sensor built in, therefore, the whole display can be used as an earpiece for listening to phone calls.

In terms of chipset, the Galaxy Note 10+ is destined to feature the Snapdragon 855 or the Exynos 9820 SoC which will depend on the region. The device is reported to feature a 4500 mAh battery which will support fast charging of 25 W or upwards.

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All in all, the Galaxy Note 10+ looks like unique handset with visionary design and top notch features. In order to get precise details of the smartphone including price and features, we will have to wait for Samsung to officially publicise them at the launch event which is expected to happen in the second week of August.

June 29, 2019
Jony Ive Is Quitting Apple
Apple’s Chief Design Officer Sir Jonathan Paul Ive aka Jony Ive has announced his departure from the world’s most valuable company. The senior executive is leaving Apple to start his own design firm which will be called ‘LoveForm’.

Jony Ive joined Apple in the year 1992 and since then has been a crucial contributor in the company’s remarkable growth. The executive was appointed the head of Apple’s design studio in the year 1996 when the company was facing poor financial health and was cutting jobs.

In the year 1998, Apple launched the highly successful iMac G3 desktop computer which was designed by none other than Jony Ive. The success that Apple had acquired with the desktop computer was carried forward to the original iPod in the year 2001 which revolutionised the music industry forever.

Other notable devices that were designed under Jony Ive’s leadership include:
- 2004 – iPod Mini
- 2007 – iPhone
- 2008 – MacBook Air
- 2010 – iPad
- 2015 – Apple Watch
- 2016 – AirPods
Another noteworthy project that was the brainchild of Jony Ive is Apple’s new corporate headquarters, Apple Park. The said establishment is an ultra-modern complex designed in partnership with British architects Foster + Partners.

Even though it won’t be feasible to replace the vision of the legendary industrial designer, Apple has already announced Jony Ive’s successors. Yes, you read that right, after Jony Ive departs from Apple later this year, the company will split the hardware and software design into two separate domains. Since the year 2012, both the departments were supervised by Jonathan Ive.

In the future, Evan Hankey will be taking over as industrial design domain (hardware) and Alan Dye will become the vice-president of human interface design (software).

Although there are hardly any details known about LoveForm, it is reported that the new company will focus on Product design. Noteworthy, Apple will be the first client of the product that LoveForm designs. Besides, another contributor at Apple, Marc Newson will join the newly incorporated firm.

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As previously mentioned, it won’t be easy to substitute the legacy left behind by Jony Ive. However, thinking of the bright side, after a very long period, products coming out of Apple’s stable may see a complete redesign.
June 28, 2019
Flipkart Sale: Top Deals On Best Selling Smartphones
The Flipkart Sale is currently live and numerous smartphones from companies including Samsung, Asus, Xiaomi, Realme among others are being offered on huge discounts. Therefore if you re planning on buying a new smartphone, you can do that right now while saving some cash.

The Flipkart Sale which is currently ongoing will last until the 30th of June 2019. Out of all the products listed, we have shortlisted the devices that offer the best value for money. Mentioned below is the list compiled by us:

Poco F1

The Poco F1 was launched last year by Xiaomi as a ‘flagship killer’ which it did live up to an extent. The smartphone boasts of the Snapdragon 845 SoC with an Octa Core CPU. It has a robust build and sports a 6.18 inch display with FHD+ resolution.
- 6 GB RAM and 64 GB ROM
- 6 GB RAM and 128 GB ROM
- 8 GB RAM and 256 GB ROM
- 8 GB and 256 GB ROM (Armoured Edition)
Chipset Snapdragon 845 SoC

OS Android 9 Pie

Display 6.18-inch Full HD+

Rear Camera 12MP + 5MP

Front Camera 20MP

Battery 4,000mAh

Click here to buy the Poco F1

Google Pixel 3a

Pixel 3a is the first mid-range offering from Google’s line up of smartphones. The device design strikes a resemblance to its beefier siblings. The Pixel 3a sports the Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 octa-core processor on a 6.0 inch FHD+ OLED display.

Chipset Snapdragon 670 SoC

OS Android 9 Pie

Display 6.00-inch Full HD+

Rear Camera 12MP

Front Camera 8MP

Battery 3,000mAh

Click here to buy the Pixel 3a on Flipkart

iPhone X

Apple’s 2017 flagship that marked the 10th anniversary to the original iPhone which was one of the best selling smartphones of its time.
- 3GB RAM and 64GB ROM
- 3GB RAM and 256GB ROM
Chipset A11 Bionic + Neural Engine

OS iOS 12

Display 5.80-inch

Rear Camera 12MP + 12MP

Front Camera 7MP

Battery 2,716mAh

Click here to buy the iPhone X on Flipkart

Realme 3 Pro

The Realme 3 Pro is the latest entry in the company’s flagship lineup with the Snapdragon 710 SoC. The smartphone offers competitive specifications at a lucrative price tag. On the latest sale, it is now more affordable and offers a better value for money proposition.
- 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
- 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
Chipset Snapdragon 710 SoC

OS Android 9 Pie

Display 6.00-inch Full HD+

Rear Camera 16MP + 5MP

Front Camera 25MP

Battery 4,045mAh

Click here to buy the Realme 3 Pro on Flipkart

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7S

Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 7S is the latest smartphone that features minor upgrades over the Note 7. It is also the most affordable device in the country with a 48MP primary camera. The handset features an attractive design, which is complemented by powerful hardware inside it.
- 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM
- 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
Chipset Snapdragon 660 SoC

OS Android 9 Pie

Display 6.40-inch Full HD+

Rear Camera 48MP + 5MP

Front Camera 13MP

Battery 4,000mAh

Click here to buy the Redmi Note 7S On Flipkart

Xiaomi Black Shark 2

The Xiaomi Black Shark 2 is a smartphone built specifically for gaming with aesthetics and software and enhancements alongside top-notch specs. It is one of the first devices in India to feature the latest 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC.
- 6 GB and 128 GB – Rs 32,600
- 8 GB and 128 GB – Rs 35,700
- 12 GB and 256 GB – Rs 42,800
Chipset Snapdragon 855 SoC

OS Android 9 Pie

Display 6.39-inch Full HD+

Rear Camera 48MP

Front Camera 20MP

Battery 4,000mAh

Click here to buy the Black Shark 2 on Flipkart

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1

Asus launched the mid-range budget smartphone in April 2018 with the stock Android interface and a massive 5,000mAh battery. While the second generation of the device is already out, the handset is still a very popular budget offering that promises great value for money.

Chipset Snapdragon 636 SoC

OS Android 9 Pie

Display 5.99-inch Full HD+

Rear Camera 13MP + 5MP

Front Camera 8MP

Battery 5,000mAh

Click here to buy the Zenfone Max Pro M1 on Flipkart

Motorola One Power

Motorola One Power was an Indian exclusive mid-range device with a notched display and a large 5,000mAh battery. It is an Android One certified device, which means that it runs on stock, bloatware free software with guaranteed updates for two years and security patches for up to three years.

Chipset Snapdragon 636 SoC

OS Android 9 Pie

Display 6.20-inch Full HD+

Rear Camera 16MP + 5MP

Front Camera 12MP

Battery 5,000mAh

Click here to buy the Motorola One Power on Flipkart

LG G7+ ThinQ

The LG flagship from 2018 that after receiving numerous price slashes became a premium top-notch smartphone on a budget. The device features a modern design with an ultra-bright display, boomsound speakers and an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.

Chipset Snapdragon 845 SoC

OS Android 9 Pie

Display 6.10-inch Full HD+

Rear Camera 16MP + 16MP

Front Camera 8MP

Battery 3,000mAh

Click here to buy the LG G7+ ThinQ on Flipkart

Nokia 6.1 Plus

The Nokia 6.1 Plus was a mid-range smartphone that sported a dual camera setup with an aluminium frame body. It offers a clean and stock build of Android which is topped by the Android One certification. This means that it will receive major software updates for two years and security patches for at least three years.

Chipset Snapdragon 636 SoC

OS Android 9 Pie

Display 5.80-inch Full HD+

Rear Camera 16MP + 5MP

Front Camera 16MP

Battery 3,060mAh

Click here to buy the Nokia 6.1 Plus on Flipkart

Nokia 5.1 Plus

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The Nokia 5.1 Plus was unveiled in 2018 as a budget smartphone under 11k that sported a dual camera set up. It offers a clean and stock build of Android which is topped by the Android One certification. This means that it will receive major software updates for two years and security patches for at least three years.

Chipset MediaTek Helio P60

OS Android 9 Pie

Display 5.80-inch HD+

Rear Camera 13MP + 5MP

Front Camera 8MP

Battery 3,060mAh

Click here to buy the Nokia 5.1 Plus on Flipkart
June 28, 2019
Amazon Mi Days Sale, Top Deals On Best Selling Xiaomi Smartphones And Accessories

Xiaomi and Amazon are back with the ‘Mi Days Sale’ which is currently ongoing and will continue until June 30. During the sale, several smartphones and accessories from Xiaomi are being offered at discount. Therefore, the consumers who looking to buy any of the Mi devices mentioned below, this might be the best time to do so.

The users who are willing to replace their old devices with a brand new one can also exchange their existing smartphone. The company is offering an additional exchange bonus of upto Rs 3000 which varies depending on the user’s old handset.

Furthermore, Yes Bank credit card holders get an additional 10% discount, if they opt for this mode of payment during checkout. Following is the list of Xiaomi smartphones offered on discount during Mi Days Sale:

Redmi 6 Pro

The Redmi 6 Pro was launched last year as Xiaomi’s budget smartphone in the sub 15k price bracket. It has been discounted by up to Rs. 3,500 from its MRP. During the Mi Days Sale, the smartphone will be available at a price of Rs. 9,999 for the variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB internal storage.

To recall, the Redmi 6 Pro features a 5.8-inch display with a notch. In terms of performance, the smartphone is kitted with the Snapdragon 625 Octa-core processor. A 4000mAh battery powers the device and the handset runs on Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. In terms of optics, the Redmi 6 Pro has a 12MP + 5MP dual rear camera setup and a 5MP camera for selfies.

Xiaomi Mi A2

The Xiaomi Mi A2 is the second Android One certified smartphone from the company and is the successor to the Mi A1. During the Mi Days Sale, it will be available at a discounted price of Rs. 10,999 for the variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The version with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage is priced at Rs 15,999.

Talking about the specifications, the Mi A2 has a 5.99-inch display with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 px. The smartphone runs on the Snapdragon 660 Octa-core SoC. It is powered by a 3010mAh battery which supports fast charging. As mentioned before, the Mi A2 is Android One certified which implies that it has a clean, stock UI with Android 9 Pie. For photography, it has a dual rear camera setup comprised of a 12MP and a 20MP sensor. The front facing camera is a 20MP sensor.

Redmi Y2

he second gen selfie focussed smartphone from Xiaomi, the Redmi Y2 will also be available at a reduced price during the Mi Days Sale. It will start at Rs 7,999 for the version with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. The variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB onboard memory has been priced at Rs. 9,719.

The Redmi Y2 is the successor to the Redmi Y1 and features a 5.99-inch display with HD+ resolution. It runs on the Snapdragon 625 Octa-core chipset and is powered by a 3080mAh battery. The smartphone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. In terms of optics, there is a dual 12MP + 5MP camera set up at the back while a 16MP sensor is responsible for selfies.

Redmi Note 5 Pro

The Redmi Note 5 Pro was launched in the Q1 of last year and it was one of the first budget device with such thin bezels and dual rear cameras. During the Mi Days Sale, it will be discounted up to Rs. 6,000 from its MRP. The version with 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage has been priced at Rs. 11,600. The variant with 6GB RAM and 64GB onboard memory will be available for Rs. 11,999 for a limited time.

In terms of specifications, the Redmi Note 5 Pro has a 5.99-inch display with an FHD+ resolution. The smartphone runs on the Snapdragon 636 SoC and is powered by a 4000mAh battery. At the time of launch, it has Android 7.1.1 Nougat out of the box but has since been updated to Android 8 Oreo. The device has a dual rear camera setup comprising of a 12MP and a 5MP sensor. For selfies, there is a 20MP front camera housed above the display.

Mi Sports Bluetooth Wireless Earphones

The Mi Sports Bluetooth Wireless earphones were launched on the 28th of February in the country. They have an ergonomic design which provides for a comfortable fit. The earphones also have an in line controller which has three buttons volume up, volume down and play/pause.

The Mi Sports Bluetooth Wireless earphones have and an IPX4 rating that makes them sweat proof, making them a good companion for users who work out regularly. The Bluetooth earphones have an MRP of Rs 1,799 but during the Mi Days Sale they are available for a price of Rs 1,499.

Mi Power Bank 2i

Taking the price into consideration, Xiaomi offers one of the best power banks that have a solid build quality. It has an outer metal casing which gives it a premium look and feel. The Mi Power Bank 2i has a 10,000 mAh battery which can be charged via the top mounted USB type C port.

The Mi Power Bank 2i has dual USB A ports on the top which can simultaneously charge devices. For convenience, it also has a 4 LED indicator which denotes the amount of remaining charge. It has an MRP of Rs 1,199, however, during the Mi Days Sale it is available for Rs 899.

June 28, 2019
Motorola One Pro Flagship Grade Smartphone Leaks

Apart from the G series of handsets, Motorola is also populating the One series which is targeted towards the mid range and premium segment. Earlier this month, the company unveiled the Moto One Vision that has a bunch of unique features. The said features include an unconventionally tall display that has a 21:9 aspect ratio and a punch hole selfie camera.

Motorola One Vision

Another smartphone that Motorola has been rumoured to introduce in this lineup is the Motorola One Pro which will be a flagship-grade device. Although the launch date of the device is still unknown, it has been spotted in the wild previously. To reiterate the past claims, a Twitter user has shared the case images of Motorola One Pro which has revealed its design from all angles.

Motorola One Pro Design and Features

As per the source, the Motorola One Pro seems to have a metal rear panel that tapers towards the edges. The rear of the device houses a fingerprint scanner and quad camera set up along with an LED flash. Surprisingly, the loudspeaker on the device is mounted on the top which is unlike any past offering from Motorola.

The right side of the Motorola One Pro is occupied by the power button and volume rockers while its left side is devoid of any controls. The cutouts in its case reveal that the bottom of the smartphone harbours the USB Type C charging port and a 3.5 mm jack which is a welcome addition.

The source does not provide any information about the front of the Motorola One Pro, though they can be derived from the past leak. Accordingly, the Moto One Pro features a 6.2 inch waterdrop notch display on the front that is assumed to have FHD+ resolution. In terms of dimensions, it measures 158.7 x 75 x 8.8mm.

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All in all, the Motorola One Pro looks like a promising premium handset with up to date features. If Motorola is able to launch the handset at an aggressive price while maintaining the build quality it offers on its current devices, the smartphone is likely to see a warm welcome from the consumers.

June 28, 2019
Google Goes Overboard With A Foldable Device That Resembles A Textbook

American multinational company, Google is at the forefront of technology, be it software or hardware. Following the commendable success it has had with Android in the software domain, the company now plans to dip its toes in futuristic hardware as well. At the 2019 Google I/O developers conference, the company announced that it is working on several foldable smartphones or rather foldable devices.

A freshly granted patent to the company goes in line with the previous announcement. Google has been granted a patent for a unique electronic device which surprisingly resembles a textbook. The device is somewhat similar to the Samsung Galaxy Fold but with a couple more displays or should we say pages.

Upon close inspection of the patent, it can be divulged that the multiple screens are held together with the main body by a sort of book spine. Speaking of the body, it may be the place where all the electronic components including chipset, motherboard and battery will be placed.

Although any concrete information about the claim cannot be derived. It is even possible that during its initial prototyping stages, the foldable device from Google may be devoid of any internal components. Instead, it could just be used a multi-fold display which is powered and provided transmission information via an external cord.

The fundamental aim behind any foldable device is to pack a large display in a body which is significantly smaller or compact than its actual dimensions. The foldable smartphone/device from Google may be conceptualised to run multiple apps simultaneously. In order to switch between applications, the user could scroll between different displays instead of swiping back and forth between apps.

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To sum it all, the concept or technology seems visionary and promising but such a device seems a bit farfetched when considering the development that has been achieved in the field of the foldable display.

However, when and if Google is able to successfully develop a device with these aspects and features, it would rather patent the technology and license it to other OEMs than retailing it own devices.

June 27, 2019
Samsung To Launch A Second Foldable Phone Before Huawei Mate X Launch

In the month of February, Samsung held the Galaxy Unpacked 2019 event where it unveiled its first foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Fold alongside the Galaxy S10 lineup, 2. A lot rested on the foldable smartphone’s shoulders as Samsung is the first mainstream company to launch a device with this form factor. However, due to display issues faced by the initial users of pre-sale Galaxy Fold, the company had to push back the launch date of the smartphone to Q2 which was also not met.

Following the issues faced by the Samsung Galaxy Fold, Huawei pushed the launch date of its Mate X which was originally set to launch in June. The Mate X has now been set to launch in the month of September. However, it is unclear whether the step was actually taken to improve 5G integration on the foldable phone, as reported by a senior company executive or due to the trade ban that the US had imposed on Huawei.

Nevertheless, by the time the Huawei Mate X is commercially available, Samsung will reportedly launch its second foldable phone that also has an outward folding mechanism, similar to the former.

According to a report published by the Korea Herald, Samsung had a working prototype of an outward foldable smartphone in the year 2017. Instead, it opted for an inner folding device and rather unveiled the current gen Galaxy Fold. The report further states that Samsung is currently working on a variety of foldable smartphones which include a clamshell-like design, as seen on the Moto Razr renders. Notably, Samsung is planning about bringing these foldable smartphones to the market, as soon as early 2000.

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The outward foldable Samsung phone could be similar to the one that the company patented a few days ago. All in all, Samsung who is currently the world’s number one smartphone maker is working rigorously to defend its top spot. In order to get precise details about the foldable devices, we will have to wait patiently until Samsung makes an official announcement.

June 27, 2019
These Renders Of The Google Pixel 4 Mini Look Amazing

Google is gearing up for the launch of its flagship smartphones, the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL which are expected to launch in the month of September. Besides the two high end devices, the company is also rumoured to launch a smaller handset which might be called the Pixel 4 Mini.

New concept renders of the device have been shared on Twitter by user PhoneDesigner. Although the renders are based on leaks and reports which lack any real evidence, they look enticing enough that Google must draw inspiration from, if it ever plans to build a miniature variant of the Pixel smartphones.

According to the concept renders, the Google Pixel Mini 4 has a compact form factor which will easily fit even in hand of users that have the smallest of hands. The bezels around the display of the device are almost negligible which provide it with an appealing look. The rear of the alleged Pixel 4 Mini seems to made out of glass that houses the company logo and a square camera module. Like the Pixel 4, the smaller device also features dual rear cameras and a dual LED flash. Speaking of ports and buttons, the device has a bottom mounted USB C port and a right side mounted power button.

Pixel 4 Mini Render- From March

Besides, the user had previously shared another set of renders of the Pixel 4 Mini which also has a fascinating design. The key difference between the two render sets is a punch hole camera which was first introduced with the Galaxy A8s. Furthermore, the rear of the device in this render looks more like the Pixel 3 lineup rather than the official Pixel 4 teasers.

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Google is yet to confirm whether the smaller Pixel 4 Mini smartphone will ever see the light of the day or not. Till the time precise details about the device are revealed by the company itself, we recommend taking these reports and renders with a grain of salt.

June 27, 2019
Apple Hires Ex ARM CPU Architect, Could Launch ARM Based Mac By 2020
Claims in the past have suggested that Apple is developing ARM based Mac computers which will replace Intel processors. The company has hired one of ARM’s top CPU architect, Mike Filippo who led the development of several chips at the latter corporation between 2009 and 2019.

With the wealth of chip making the new Apple recruit brings, reports about the aforementioned ARM based Mac computers may soon turn into a reality. Users who are unaware, ARM is the company responsible for developing Cortex cores which are found on most Android mobile chipsets.

As previously mentioned, Apple designing its own ARM-based processors will allow the company to move away from Intel processors which are currently seen on all its offerings. Besides, sources within Intel have confirmed to Axios ( an American News Website) that Apple plans to transition to ARM architecture based Macs starting 2020.

As of now, the A series chipsets found on the iPhone and iPad are developed in house by Apple. Furthermore, the custom T2 security chip present in the latest Mac models is also developed in house. Some benefits that Apple will reap upon switching to self-developed ARM processors are as follows:
- Due to the same underlying hardware architecture, applications designed for iOS i.e iPhone, iPad or iPod will be compatible with Mac computers. Furthermore, Apple in the past has showcased ‘Project Catalyst’ which is intended toward unifying and cross compatibility between MacOS and iOS apps.
- It won’t be wrong to assume that this move will help the company to save up production costs as in house developed components are generally more economical. Besides if the company decides to pass on the benefit to customers by lowering prices of its offerings. This will result in a sales boost for Mac computers.
- Apple iPhones are generally considered more secure than its Android counterparts, because of a closed ecosystem between software and hardware which are both developed by the same company. Likewise, Mac computers which are already regarded for a high level of security will become even more secure with a combination of proprietary software and hardware.
All in all, the idea of a Mac computer with ARM processor doesn’t seem farfetched at all. Aside from the fact, the current gen iPad Pro with A12x Bionic SoC is regarded as powerful as a MacBook Pro with an i7 processor. With the high end tablet computer, Apple has proved that ARM computers can not only provide a better battery backup, they are on par in terms of processing with dektop grade CPUs.

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Even though Apple has not revealed a launch date for an ARM based Mac, as mentioned previously, they could be expected in the year 2020.

What are your thoughts on Apple’s departure from Team Blue’s offering to its own chipsets? Do let us know what is your take on this!
June 27, 2019
Oppo Showcases A Smartphone With Invisible Selfie Camera

Since early June, Oppo has been boasting of a smartphone with an invisible front camera. After much hype and anticipation, the technology has finally been unveiled and a prototype device with the visionary feature is currently on display at MWC Shanghai.

As the name suggests, an under display camera or invisible camera stays hidden from the human eye as it is covered by a display on the top that has operational light pixels above which conceals the photosensor. The technology was previously conceptualised by Samsung suggests this patent. Although, the Korean Giant is yet to reveal details about the technology.

The successful development of an under display camera is a praiseworthy feat for Oppo as it is the first company in the world to pioneer this technology. According to the video shared by Oppo, the concerning light pixels above the front camera become transparent as soon as the camera sensor is toggled. This intern allows light to pass through and the sensor beneath is able to capture images or videos.

Actual Prototype Showcase By Oppo

Not many details about the new technology or the resolution of the underlying camera are currently available. Consequently, it is not feasible to determine whether the image quality on a device with under screen camera will take a hit or not.

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Although Oppo has not provided a specific timeline for the launch of a smartphone with under display camera, it is expected to be launched soon rather than late. This move will provide the company with a headstart for its latest technological breakthrough.

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All in all, the technology looks promising and it will surely be adopted by other OEMs as well who want to develop a premium notchless smartphone.

June 26, 2019