Author: Sahil Kapoor

MediaTek Helio P65 Chipset Launched, Supports 21:9 Display

While the premium smartphone segment is dominated by chipsets from Qualcomm and Samsung, Taiwan based MediaTek with its affordable SoCs mainly targets the budget and mid range handset segment.

The company has unveiled a new chipset called the Helio P65 which features a handful of improvements over the Helio P60 and the Helio P70. The latest SoC consists of the Mali G52 GPU and 64 bit Octa Core CPU which is divided into two separate clusters.

The Octa Core CPU on the Helio P65 is comprised of 2x Cortex A75 cores which are clocked at 2 GHz and 6x Cortex A55 cores that have an unspecified clock speed. This combination of two CPU core groups with different architecture and clock frequency helps in providing the best of both worlds i.e battery life and performance on smartphones that employ the chip.

When the user is running resource hungry tasks like games on their device with the Helio P65 chipset, the two Cortex A75 cores come into play. Inversely, when the device is put to sleep or is being used to run lightweight tasks like making phone calls or messaging, the 6 core Cortex A55 will be put to the use which will help in prolonging the battery backup. Do note that this is not a proprietary technology as most chipsets in the modern era have this type of architecture.

Smartphones kitted with the Helio P65 chipset are capable of supporting upto 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM (fastest memory standard available as of now). However, unlike the Helio P70 which supports dual memory modules, the new chipset only supports a single RAM module, therefore, limiting the full potential highest capacity of supported memory.

In terms of memory, the Helio P65 only supports eMMC 5.1 (embedded multimedia card) storage and lacks support for faster UFS. However, most devices that feature chipsets from MediaTek’s affordable lineup would rarely incorporate this fast storage standard. Usually, flagship grade devices including OnePlus 7 Pro and Galaxy Fold use UFS which is considerably more expensive than eMMC.

Redmi Note 7 With 48 MP Camera

Xiaomi with its Redmi Note 7 Pro that features a 48 MP camera turned a lot of heads around the globe. However, in order for a smartphone to be able to process images of this high resolution, the chipset should be developed with this feature. Taking into consideration the demand for budget smartphones high res cameras, MediaTek has added support for such sensors in the new Helio P65.

Moto One Vision With 21:9 Display

Another notable feature that the Helio P65 brings to the table is support for 21:9 display. An aspect ratio which is slowly gaining popularity as seen with the Moto One Vision and Sony Xperia 1.

All in all, MediaTek has designed and developed the Helio P65 chipset after thoroughly researching the budget smartphone market while also studying the features that consumers like to see in such devices.

Also Read: Xiaomi Mi CC9 Design Revealed In Official Images

As of now, no details about a smartphone launching with the chipset has been revealed. Though, going by past experiences, companies like Realme and Oppo will be one of the first ones to launch a handset that employ the Helio P65

June 26, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active And Galaxy Fit Bands Launched In India
In the month of February, Samsung held the Galaxy Unpacked event where it unveiled the Galaxy S10 lineup (1,2,3) of flagship smartphones. Besides, the company also unveiled a wide variety of accessories which include the Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Fit, Galaxy Fit e and the Galaxy Watch Active. The Galaxy Buds were made available in the country alongside the flagship smartphones, but the three previously mentioned smart wearables were not.

On the 25th of June, Samsung India sent out a press release where it officially announced the three fitness oriented smart wearable devices for the country. To recap the features and specs of the devices are as follows:

Samsung Galaxy Fit and Galaxy Fit e

Both the Samsung Galaxy Fit and Galaxy Fit e have a similar design but they have significantly different features. In terms of looks, both the devices have an appealing design with a tall display and thin silicon straps. Notably, the display on the feature laden Galaxy Fit is surrounded by metal casing while the affordable Galaxy Fit e gets plastic edges.

The difference in the choice of material also translates to disparate weight. The former weighs 23 grams with strap while the latter weighs just 15 grams with strap. The two devices also have different size and type of display. The Galaxy Fit has 0.95 inch colour AMOLED display with a pixel density of 282 ppi while the Galaxy Fit e incorporates a 0.74 inch PMOLED display that has a pixel density of 193 ppi.

The Galaxy Fit is powered by a 120 mAh battery whereas the Fit e is powered by a 70 mAh battery. Both the fitness bands from Samsung support Activity tracking, Sleep tracking and continuous HRM (Heart Rate Monitor). Noteworthy, the expensive out of the two, the Galaxy Fit supports additional features including Stress Tracking and Roaming Clock (Updates with the location of user, requires smartphone connectivity).

The two smart bands from Samsung are also 5ATM water resistant and Military Grade (MIL-STD-810G) certified. The Galaxy Fit and Galaxy Fit e use Bluetooth for connection and are compatible with both Android (version 5.0 or greater having 1.5 GB of RAM) and iOS (iPhone 5 or above running iOS 9 ). In terms of sensors, both support HRM and accelerometer while the high end Galaxy Fit also gets a Gyroscope. The two devices will be available for purchase starting 1st of July via Flipkart.com and traditional brick and mortar stores. The price of the two devices are as follows:
- Galaxy Fit e: Rs 2,490
- Galaxy Fit: Rs 8,990
Galaxy Watch Active

The Galaxy Watch Active runs on Tizen based wearable OS 4.0 which can be navigated via gestures and the two side-mounted buttons. The smartwatch packs the Exynos 9110 SoC which consists of a dual-core processor. It has a 1.1 inch AMOLED display that has a resolution of 360×360 px.

The Galaxy Watch Active is capable of automatically recognizing and tracking the activity being performed by the user. Apart from that, it also has a continuous heart rate tracking feature which can provide users with real-time information regarding their cardiac health.

The Galaxy Watch Active has 768 MB of RAM and 4 GB of internal storage. The smartwatch is IP68 water and dust resistant and is MIL-STD-810G certified. Connectivity options on the device include GPS, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0. As far as the sensors go, the Galaxy Watch Active has an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope and a pedometer. Furthermore, the smartwatch also has a sleep monitoring feature. The watch is powered by a 230 mAh battery which can be charged via WPC-based wireless charging (Wireless Power Consortium).

The Galaxy Watch Active is available for purchase starting today (25th on June) on Amazon.in, Samsung’s e shop and multi brand retail store brands.

Also Read: Samsung Could Be Working On A New Galaxy Fold With Curved Display

Samsung with its updated smart wearables has tried to break into different price brackets. However, the Mi Band 4 from Xiaomi which will soon launch in the country will surely give the Samsung offering’s a run for their money, especially the Galaxy Fit e.

What are your thoughts on the Galaxy Fit range for smart wearables? Do let us know in the comments below
June 25, 2019
OPPO Smartphone With Invisible Punch Hole To Launch At MWC Shanghai

In order to maximise the screen-to-body ratio on a smartphone, OEMs started embracing design changes like a notch. Even though Apple was not first company to launch the a smartphone with a notch, iPhone X from 2017 made this design change much more acceptable to the general public. As it seemed, displays with notch on top were here to stay, companies including Samsung and Huawei launched devices with punch hole (1,2). Surprisingly, users quickly got accustomed to handsets with this type of display as well.

iPhone X With Notch

Although the punch hole is widely accepted, there is no doubt that this cutout in the display acts as an intrusion while playing games or consuming media. In order to overcome this obstacle, smartphone manufacturer, OPPO is resorting to a unique and impressive technological advancement. In the latest teaser, OPPO is boasting of a smartphone with a punch hole which can be concealed or covered with the display on top.

A brand new solution for full-screen display.
OPPO Innovation Event @GSMA MWC Shanghai, June 26. Stay tuned. #MoreThanTheSeen #MWC19 pic.twitter.com/MWQH8m7bo7
— OPPO (@oppo) June 24, 2019

In simpler words, the OPPO smartphone will have a punch hole camera which whenever not in use will be invisible as the pixels on top will function like any other region on the display. Korean electronics giant, Samsung was previously granted a patent for a device with a similar feature which is yet to make its way to final production.

For those seeking the perfect, notchless smartphone screen experience – prepare to be amazed. ?

You are taking a very first look at our under-display selfie camera technology. RT! ? pic.twitter.com/FrqB6RiJaY
— OPPO (@oppo) June 3, 2019

The sleek, unified smartphone design you've been waiting for is unveiled at the OPPO Innovation Event at MWC Shanghai tomorrow.

Are you excited for Under-Screen Camera Technology? #MoreThanTheSeen pic.twitter.com/Irke8Yx35j
— OPPO (@oppo) June 25, 2019

Speaking of its launch, OPPO will unveil the said smartphone with an invisible punch hole at MWC Shangai which is scheduled for 26th to 28th June. User’s who are shocked and want to question that MWC for the year has already been held in the month of February. China gets its very own MWC due to a massive number of OEMs and consumers based in the country.

Other than the revolutionary display tech, no other details about the device have been revealed. Though the device is assumed to be a flagship handset which will be kitted with likewise specifications. In terms of SoC, it is safe to say that the upcoming handset is likely to have the Snapdragon 855 chipset.

Snapdragon 855

To gain more information about the OPPO smartphone we won’t have to wait for long as MWC Shangai is about to start. Besides, it seems that amidst fierce competition, OPPO plans to launch high end devices with distinguishing features which will make them stand out of the crowd.

Also Read: Xiaomi Introduces 3D Air Gestures To Toggle Apps With One Hand

All in all, smartphones without bezels around display are no longer a farfetched dream. Rather it is about to become mainstream, at least in the flagship segment device.

June 25, 2019
Xiaomi Launches The Mi Beard Trimmer In India
Xiaomi will complete 5 successful years in India next month. To commemorate its 5th year anniversary, the company will launch 5 new products in the country over the next 5 weeks. On the 25th of June, the first product in the aforementioned launch cue has been unveiled which is the Mi Beard Trimmer. As the product name suggests, it is a grooming product which is targeted towards male consumers. The segment is currently lead by the offerings from Philips and Syska, which Xioami plans to disrupt with its latest addition.

Mi Trimmer Quick specs
- Self-sharpening blades with 0.5mm precision
- 40 length setting with two combs
- 90 minutes of battery life on one charge
- IPX7 waterproof quad-edge design
- Travel lock
- Cordless and corded usage (supports most power banks)
- 10min use on a 5min charge
Mi Trimmer Build, Design and Features

The Mi Beard trimmer has an ergonomic design which Xiaomi is referring to as the ‘Quad Edge’. It is made out of hard plastic which feels sturdy and comfortable to hold. For readers interested in dimensions, the beard trimmer measures 154 x 48 x 38 mm.

The front of the Mi Beard trimmer accommodates a length adjustment circular dial, power button and three LED charge indicators. The said circular dial can be used to adjust the comb height which supports 40 different beard length settings. The device’s inbuilt battery is claimed to provide a backup of 90 minutes which is on par with its competitors.

The battery on the Mi Beard trimmer can be charged via the bottom mounted figure 8 type port. Noteworthy, the other end of the charging cable has a conventional USB Type A port, therefore, the Mi Beard Trimmer can even be charged via a power bank or regular smartphone chargers. The men’s grooming product is IPX7 rated which means that it can be submerged in upto 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.

The Mi Beard Trimmer is shipped with a bunch of accessories which are as follows:
- Travel Pouch
- Cleaning Brush
- 2 Trimming Comb
- Power Cord
In addition, the package also includes a user manual which details all the controls and functions the product supports.

Also Read: Samsung Has Sold 1 Million Units Of Galaxy S10 5G In South Korea

The Mi Beard Trimmer costs Rs 1,199, which in our opinion is an aggressive price, considering the features it brings to the table. The men’s grooming product will be available for order from mi.com starting today, June 25th. It will also be available from Amazon.in and Mi Home Stores starting from June 27th.

Conclusively, Xiaomi has added yet another praiseworthy product in its ever expanding portfolio with several product launches which will follow soon.
June 25, 2019
Samsung Has Sold 1 Million Units Of Galaxy S10 5G In South Korea

In the month of February, Samsung launched its first 5G compatible smartphone which is called the Galaxy S10 5G. Due to inadequate adoption of the 5th Generation of telecommunication, the device was commercially available in limited regions including South Korea.

A report shared by Yonhap News Agency states that the Galaxy S10 5G has seen phenomenal success in the home country. According to Samsung, the sales of the flagship smartphone have exceeded 1 million since its 5th of April availability date. This is a praiseworthy feat for the South Korean Giant, Samsung that has managed to take a headstart in the expected 5G telecom revolution. The report also states that Samsung’s competitor, LG’s V50 ThinQ with 5G compatibility has also recorded notable sales in the country which have topped 2,80,000 units.

To recall, the features and specifications of the Galaxy S10 5G are as follows:

The Galaxy S10 5G measures 162.6 x 77.1 x 7.94mm and tips the scale at 198 grams. The design of the smartphone is reminiscent of the Galaxy S10+. To safeguard the device, it sports Corning Gorilla Glass 6 on the front and Gorilla Glass 5 on the back. The Infinity-O display on the device measures 6.7-inch and is a Dynamic AMOLED panel with a resolution of 3040 x 1440 px. It has a pixel density of 505PPI and a 19:9 aspect ratio. Like the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+, it features an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner and has IP68 certification for water and dust resistance.

The Galaxy S10 5G features quad rear cameras, unlike the triple rear camera setup found in the Galaxy S10 and the Galaxy S10+. This camera setup consists of a 12MP f/1.5-f/2.4 sensor, 12MP f/2.4 Telephoto sensor, 16MP f/2.2 Ultra-wide angle sensor; and a Time Of Flight(TOF) camera for 3D depth recording. The device has a dual camera setup on the front, which is comprised of a 10MP f/1.9 sensor and a secondary TOF sensor to assist with background blur in photos and videos.

The Galaxy S10 5G runs on the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC which is manufactured using 7nm fabrication process. It has an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU. The device features the Qualcomm X50 modem for 5G support. In terms of storage, it features 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. There is no support for memory expansion via MicroSD.

The Galaxy S10 5G is powered by a 4,500mAh battery, larger than the 4100mAh present on the Galaxy S10+. The device supports 25W fast charging via the bottom mounted USB Type-C Port. Noteworthy, the premium smartphone also supports wireless charging. Like its siblings, it also has a reverse wireless charging feature.

Also Read: Mysterious Samsung Tablet With Snapdragon 710, 4GB RAM Leaked Via Geekbench

All in all, with the new Galaxy S10 5G, Samsung seems geared up to take on the 5th gen cellular network technology.

June 25, 2019
Apple Watch Saves A Heart Patient’s Life In US Restaurant
When Apple launched the Apple Watch Series 4 with the ECG functionality, it could have not been foretold that even medical practitioners would use it to diagnose patients. In an astonishing report, a US doctor used his Apple Watch Series 4 to diagnose a patient with a heart condition at a restaurant.

As a physician, it’s much faster to put my #applewatch4 on someone else’s wrist to detect ?? disease (A. fib) than finding a ECG machine at a public restaurant! ? (Indeed, a true #mhealth guardian) pic.twitter.com/JLVD4JUYI9
— Tommy Korn MD (@TommyKornMD) June 21, 2019

The Tweet shared by the doctor exhibits the patient who is getting his ECG performed with the help of the Apple Watch. In a short span of just seconds, the device measures the ECG and also pinpoints a cardiac condition called Atrial Fibrillation. The said medical condition may not have any symptoms but when they appear they include palpitations, shortness of breath and fatigue.

Even though Atrial Fibrillation is not life-threatening, it is a serious medical condition that sometimes requires emergency treatment. A major concern with this cardiac disorder is the potential to develop blood clots within the upper chambers of the heart that can be followed by strokes which can be fatal.

Also Read: Realme India To Launch A 64 MP Camera Smartphone

Besides, this is not the first time that Apple watch has saved precious lives. Some of the cases that have made their way to the internet include:
- Apple Watch Series 4 Saves A 67-Year Old Man’s Life
- Apple Watch Series 4 Notifies A Man Of Heartbeat Anomaly Saving His Life
All in all, Apple’s smartwatch has been a great tool for users who are unaware of an underlying health condition. Furthermore, future Apple Watch is reported to have a sensor which will be able to track blood sugar on the go. This would help in saving countless lives, as diabetes one of the most common fatal disease known to mankind.
June 24, 2019
Galaxy Note 10 & Note 10 5G: What We Know So Far

Samsung is bracing for the launch of its 10th generation Galaxy Note smartphone which is expected to happen in the month of August. Similar to what was seen with the Galaxy S10 lineup, the Galaxy Note 10 is also reported to be launched in four variants. The four different models of the flagship handset will allegedly be called Galaxy Note 10e, Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10 Pro and Note 10 5G.

Similar to the Galaxy S10e, the Note 10e will be the most affordable device while the 5G variant of Note 10 will be the most expensive and spec laden handset out of the bunch. Even though the expected launch date of the upcoming devices is still far, several details about them have been revealed via unofficial sources.

Galaxy Note 10 Display and Design

The Note 10e is reported to sport a 6.28 inch display while the standard Note 10 is reported to sport a 6.7 or 6.75 inch display. In terms of design, the upcoming devices are speculated to be significantly different than its predecessor, the Galaxy Note 9. Leaked renders and screen protector images exhibit that the future Note 10 smartphones will have negligible bezels around the display and high screen to body ratio. Like the OnePlus 7 Pro, the Note 10 5G and Note 10 Pro are reported to have a display that tapers towards the side.

The key distinguishing feature of the Note 10 smartphones is told to have is a centre-mounted punch hole for the front facing selfie camera. Similar to what was observed with the S10 lineup, all smartphones in the 10th Gen Note range are assumed to have an in-display fingerprint scanner except for the Galaxy Note 10e. The latter is expected to have a side mounted fingerprint scanner which will be built into power button.

Galaxy Note 10 Camera, Chipset and Battery

In terms of optics, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 lineup is reported to have multiple rear cameras(1). One highlighting aspect of the camera which was leaked on Twitter is the presence of variable aperture camera sensor. Speaking of the chipset, all variants in the upcoming lineup are assumed to be kitted Snapdragon 855 or Exynos 9820, depending on the region.

Galaxy Note 10 Rear

Past leaks claim that the standard Galaxy Note 10 will have a 4,500 mAh battery which is a worthy upgrade over its predecessor that features a 4,000 mAh pack. All the smartphones in the lineup are also expected to support fast charging which may range from 15 W to 25 W.

Galaxy Note 10 Renders

To provide the devices with a supreme usability experience, they might feature UFS 3.1 ultra fast storage. This features was first seen on the OnePlus 7 Pro which is an obvious contender to Samsung’s offerings. Staple to Note series of handsets, the upcoming devices will also have a stylus which will provide for several nifty features like wirelessly clicking selfies or drawing on the display.

Galaxy Note 10 Leaked Battery

Unlike past claims, the devices were reported to retain a 3.5 mm sensor which is a big sigh of relief for music lovers who enjoy their music on high end headphones.

Even though the price of the smartphones is currently unannounced, the Note 10e is expected to retail for € 800 while the flagship Note 10 5G may cost € 1,300 for the base variant.

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Taking all the leaks into account, Note 10 smartphones seem to be worthy flagship devices. The launch date is currently not revealed but a Cnet report hints of a 7th August US launch which will be followed by the global launch on 23rd August.

June 24, 2019
Xiaomi Sold One Million Mi Band 4 Units In Just 8 Days
On the 11th of June, Xiaomi launched the long anticipated Mi Band 4 which succeeds the Mi Band 3 from 2018. The newly launched fitness band is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, however, Xiaomi has managed to retain an aggressive price with the device. Some key features that the Mi Band 4 has brought to the table include the introduction of a colour OLED display, NFC support and a heart rate sensor.

Accrediting to its value for money and utilitarian features, Xiaomi has managed to grasp commendable sales figures with the Mi Band 4. According to a post shared on Chinese social media website, Weibo, the company has sold 1 million units of the device within just 8 days of its commercial availability. The post also reveals that the company shipped over 5000 units of the fitness band each hour which has set a new sales record for any generation of Mi Band. To recap following are the features of the newly launched device.

The Mi Band 4 features a 0.95 inch AMOLED touchscreen display with a resolution of 240 x 120 px. The display on the latest device considerably larger than the 0.78-inch monochrome OLED found in its predecessor. In terms of design and looks, the smart wearable is reminiscent of previous generations, with a capsule like a form factor that allows interchangeable silicone bands. The said bands are offered in five different colours which include Orange, Purple, Black, Burgundy and Beige.

Staple to any fitness band, the Mi Band 4 supports step counter. As previously mentioned, the updated device also has a heart rate sensor which is a worthwhile addition. It is available in two different configurations, one that supports Bluetooth while the expensive variant also supports NFC (Near Field Communication) which is required for seamless payments with supported gateways.

Pleasingly, the Mi Band 4 also supports voice guided commands via the built in digital assistant. Similar to its preceding device, the Mi Band 4 is also rated for 5 ATM water resistance. It is powered by a 135 mAh battery which is claimed to provide 20 day backup on a single charge. The price for two different variants of the device are as follows:
- Wi-Fi: CNY 169 (Rs. 1,700)
- Wi-Fi + NFC: CNY 229 (Rs. 2,300)
All in all, Xiaomi has hit a home run with the new Mi Band 4 and it is expected to shatter even more sale records in the coming future.

Also Read: Full Specs And Price Of Xiaomi CC9 And CC9e Leak

Although Xiaomi has not yet revealed the launch date of device in India, it is expected to be announced soon.
June 24, 2019
Full Specs And Price Of Xiaomi CC9 And CC9e Leak
Xiaomi will soon launch a new lineup of smartphones called CC, which is developed in collaboration with Meitu, a luxury smartphone maker that the former acquired in the year 2018. According to senior Xiaomi executive, the new range of handsets is targeted towards young consumers, and they will have worthy photography capabilities and an appealing design. The smartphones are set to launch early next month, however, before the official unveiling, the price and features of two upcoming handsets have been leaked on Twitter. Althoug the details are in Chinese, the magic of Google translate allows deriving most of the specifications.

Xiaomi CC9e Full Specs and Price

According to the source, the Xiaomi CC9e sports a 5.97 inch AMOLED display with a water drop notch and a pixel density of 2340 x 1080 px. Like several mid range and premium smartphones, it features an in-display fingerprint scanner. Under the hood, it is kitted with the Snapdragon 710 Soc which consists of an Octa Core CPU and Adreno 616 GPU.

For photography, the Xiaomi CC9e will have 32 MP front camera and a triple rear camera setup which consists of the 48 MP Sony IMX582 sensor, an 8 MP sensor and a 5 MP sensor. The handset will be powered by either a 3500 mAh battery or 4,000 mAh battery which supports 18 w fast charging. To provide durability to the device, it has Corning Gorilla 5 on both the front and back.

For charging and data syncing, the Xiaomi CC9e will incorporate a USB 2.0 Type C port. The smartphone will run MIUI 10 which is based on Android 9 Pie. In terms of memory and storage, it will be offered in three variants which are listed below along with their leaked price:
- 6 GB + 64 GB- CNY 1599 (Rs 16,200)
- 6 GB + 128 GB- CNY 1899 (Rs 19,200)
- 8 GB + 128 GB- CNY 2199 (Rs 22,200)
Xiaomi CC9 Full Specs and Price

The leaked spec sheet reveals that the Xiaomi CC9 is beefed up variant of CC9e, which is similar to Samsung’s branding with the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10e. The source reveals that the Xiaomi CC9 will sport a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with water drop notch and a pixel density of 2340 x 1080 px. Similar to the younger, CC9e, it will also have an in-display fingerprint scanner.

In terms of optics, the Xiaomi CC9 features a 32 MP front camera like its younger sibling, while its triple rear camera setup consists of 48 MP Sony IMX 586 sensors, 16 MP wide angle sensor and a 12 MP sensor. The smartphone is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery which will support 27 w fast charging. The front of the smartphones is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 6 while the rear is protected with Gorilla Glass 5.

Qualcomm Snapdragon

The device will be kitted with the Snapdragon 730 SoC which Qualcomm’s latest offering for mid range to premium smartphones. Indifferent to the more affordable offering, the Xiaomi CC9 will also support NFC. It also sports a USB 2.0 Type C which will be used for charging and transferring data. The smartphone will be offered in three variants which are listed below along with their leaked price:
- 6 GB + 128 GB- CNY 2599 (Rs 26,300)
- 8 GB + 128 GB- CNY 2799 (Rs 28,200)
- 8 GB + 256 GB- CNY 3099 (Rs 31,300)
Also Read: Samsung Galaxy M30s Colour Variants Leaked, To Launch In India Soon

In order to verify the leaked details, we won’t have to wait for long as the Xiaomi’s CC lineup of smartphones is set to be unveiled on 2nd of July.
June 24, 2019

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e & Galaxy Tab A 10.1 Launched In India

Samsung has silently launched two new Android tablets in India, both of which cater to an entirely different audience. The two newly launched devices include the Galaxy Tab A 10.1 and the Galaxy Tab S5e, out of which, the former is targeted to the mid range segment while the latter is targeted to premium segment.

Galaxy Tab S5e Design and Features

The Galaxy Tab S5e has an attractive design with thin bezels around the display and a sleek side profile. The tablet measures 245 x 160 x 5.5 mm and tips the scale at 400 grams. It features a 10.5 inch Super AMOLED display that has a 16:10 aspect ratio. The display panel has a resolution of 2560 x 1600 px and a pixel density of 287 ppi. The bezel above the display houses an f/2.0 aperture equipped 8 MP selfie camera that has a pixel size of 1.12 ultra micron.

The right side of the Galaxy Tab S5e houses the SIM card slot, volume rockers, and the power button which doubles as a fingerprint scanner. The device has a total of four speakers, out of which two sit on top and two on the bottom. The rear of the tablet is occupied by a 13 MP camera, Samsung branding and AKG logo. AKG is an Austrian company that is famous for its headphones and microphones. The company is now owned by Samsung and the logo behind the Galaxy Tab S5e conveys that the device has an admirable audio output. The tablet can also capture 2160p videos at 30fps from the rear camera and 1080p videos at 30fps from the front shooter.

Galaxy Tab S5e is kitted with the Snapdragon 670 SoC which is comprised of Adreno 612 GPU and an Octa-Core CPU. In terms of connectivity, the tablet supports 4G VoLTE, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 and a bottom mounted USB Type-C port for charging and data syncing. The device is powered by a mammoth 7,040 mAh battery that also supports fast charging. It runs on Android 9.0 pie which is skinned with Samsung’s One UI. In terms of memory and storage, the tablet has 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM. Besides, it also supports memory expansion up to 512 GB via a microSD card.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 Design and Feature

Similar to the Galaxy Tab S5e, the Galaxy Tab 10.1 also features a large screen display on the front and a metal unibody which provides an elegant look. Speaking of dimensions, the tablet measures 245 x 149 x 7.5 mm and weighs 470 g. The Galaxy Tab 10.1 a 10.1 inch LCD display that has a resolution of 1920 x 1200 px and a pixel density of 224 ppi.

For photography, it features a 5 MP front facing selfie camera and an 8 MP rear camera. Both the front and rear camera can also shoot 1080p videos @ 30fps. Connectivity options on the Galaxy Tab A 10.1 include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, 3.5 mm audio jack and a bottom mounted USB Type C port. The tablet is powered by a large 6150 mAh battery which is claimed to provide a battery backup of 13 hours.

Under the hoods, the Galaxy Tab A 10.1 packs the Exynos 7904 SoC which is also featured on the Samsung Galaxy M30 and Galaxy A30. The chipset consists of an Octa Core CPU and Mali G71 MP2 GPU. The tablet has 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of inbuilt storage which is further expandable upto 512 GB via a microSD card.

Screen	10.1 inch, LCD 1920 x 1200 px 224 ppi
Front Camera	5 MP f/2.2
Rear camera	8 MP f/2.0
Battery	6150 mAh
SoC	Exynos 7904 Octa Core Mali-G71 MP2
Connectivity	802.11 Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0 GPS USB Type C 4G VoLTE
OS	Android 9 One UI

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e, Galaxy Tab A 10.1 Price, Availability and Colours

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 To Retain 3.5 MM Jack Claims Report

Both the Galaxy Tab S5e and Galaxy Tab A 10.1 are offered in three colour options which include Black, Gold and Silver. The two tablets are offered in Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi + LTE variant for which the prices are as follows:

Galaxy Tab A 10.1 Wi-Fi- Rs 14,999
Galaxy Tab A 10.1 Wi-Fi + LTE- Rs 19,999
Galaxy Tab S5e Wi-Fi- Rs 35,999
Galaxy Tab S5e Wi-Fi + LTE- Rs 39,999

The high end S5e is now available for purchase on Samsung India website while the Tab A 10.1 is currently listed as ‘notify me’.

June 24, 2019

Kirin 810 Smokes Snapdragon 730 In Antutu Results

Earlier this week, Huawei unveiled a variety of new products at a Chinese event which includes the Nova 5 lineup and MediaPad M6 tablet duo. One significant offering that the company unveiled at the event is the Kirin 810 SoC which is featured in the Nova 5. The newly released chipset is intended towards devices that fall in the mid range and premium segment.

In terms of competition, the chipset that contends against Huawei’s offering is the Snapdragon 730 which is developed by Qualcomm. Antutu, a popular benchmarking platform has shared a comparison table that details the difference between the Kirin 810 and Snapdragon 730 across various aspects including CPU and GPU.

Noteworthy, in the GPU department, the Kirin 810 races far ahead of the Snapdragon 730. The former records a score of 73380 points while the latter only manages 58149. In no regards is the Qualcomm chipset underpowered, but the Kirin 810 trumps it in all departments.

Nova 5 Pro With Kirin 810

To recap, the Kirin 810 SoC is fabricated using 7 nm process and is manufactured by TSMC (Taiwan Semi-Conductor Manufacturing Company). It consists of an Octa Core CPU along with the Mali G52 GPU. The eight core CPU setup is comprised of two different clusters which include 2x Cortex-A76 cores which are clocked at 2.27 GHz and 6x Cortex A55 cores which are clocked at 1.88 GHz. This combination of two different CPU architecture and clock speed clusters allow devices employing the chipset to provide the optimised equilibrium of performance and battery life.

Qualcomm Snapdragon Chipset

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To sum it all, Huawei has done a fantastic job with its latest chipset which will definitely give Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 730 a run for its money. As of now, the Nova 5 is the only device equipped with the SoC but Huawei is expected to unveil a whole array of handsets with this chipset in the coming future.

June 22, 2019
HD Renders Of Xiaomi CC9e Reveal An Elegant Smartphone

Xiaomi is soon set to launch brand new smartphones in partnership with Meitu, which is a luxury handset maker that the former took over last year. Even though handsets in the new lineup are currently unannounced, several details about them have already been leaked. In the latest event, the alleged HD renders of the mid-range Xiaomi CC9 smartphone have been revealed on Chinese social media website, Weibo.

Xiaomi CC9e Design

Xiaomi CC9e Renders

As per alleged renders, the Xiaomi CC9e features a large screen water drop notch display on the front with a contoured back that seems to be made out of plastic. The display of the smartphone is surrounded by thin bezels on all sides which provide the device with a high screen to body ratio. Also, the images reveal that the upcoming smartphone will have an in-display fingerprint standard which is slowly becoming a standard in mid range and premium smartphones.

The rear of the Xiaomi CC9e has a pleasing look that only accommodates a vertically aligned company logo and triple camera setup. Overall, the device has an elegant design and adding to the claim is the pearl white coloured rear panel which looks appealing.

Xiaomi CC9e Features

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The previously leaked poster of the Xiaomi CC9e which was also discovered on Weibo reveals its key specifications. Accordingly, the device will be kitted with the Snapdragon 710 SoC which consists of Octa Core CPU and Adreno 616 GPU. For clicking selfies, the device will feature a 32 MP camera. Talking about the previously mentioned triple rear camera, the main sensor in the arrangement will have 48 MP resolution. In terms of battery, it will be kitted with a 3900 mAh battery which will support 18 W fast charging.

In addition to the CC9e mid-range smartphone, Xiaomi is also expected to unveil a high-end device which will have a flip camera like the newly launched Asus 6z. The alleged render of the said device looks the image shared above.

On the whole, the CC lineup seems like another league of worthy smartphones from Xiaomi’s stable. Although we will have to wait patiently as the launch date of the CC lineup is yet to be announced.

June 22, 2019
Features And Layout Of Honor’s MagicBook Pro Laptop Leaked

Even though Huawei is facing a major setback after the US trade ban, its outlook on launching new products seems unaffected. To further improve its penetration in the portable computer market, Huawei’s sub brand, Honor is reportedly working on a premium laptop called Honor MagicBook Pro 16.1. The details about the device were shared on Twitter by the know tipster Evan Blass which exhibits the laptop’s features and design layout.

Honor MagicBook Pro Design and Features

According to the images shared by the source, the Honor MagicBook Pro’s design is highly remisicent of Apple’s 15 inch MacBook Pro. The laptop computer seems to have a chiclet style keyboard which is flanked by loudspeakers on the either side. The power button to turn on the device is placed in the right loudspeaker grille cutout which may double as a fingerprint sensor.

The Honor MagicBook Pro in this context has a 16.1 inch display which is surrounded by thin bezels on all four sides. Another notable feature of the device is a collapsible web camera which resides in the eight key in the top keyboard lane. This collapsible camera allows the company to shrink the bezels around the display while adding an element of security. As web camera’s high jacked by hackers can leak video footage of the user without their knowledge.

MateBook X With Collapsible Webcam: For Reference

Speaking of the processor, the Honor MagicBook Pro 16.1 will reportedly feature the Intel i5-8265U quad core CPU which can be clocked upto 3.9 GHz. Besides, it will also have Nvidia MX250 which is an entry level GPU. In terms of memory and storage, it will have 8 GB of RAM and 512 GB SSD storage.

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For now, these are all the details that are available for the Honor MagicBook Pro 16.1. More information about the laptop is expected to be revealed in the coming future.

June 22, 2019
LG W Series Smartphones India Launch Date Revealed

Korean electronics manufacturer, LG was one of the first OEM that got in the Android smartphone business. Some notable devices launched by the company include the LG Optimus One, LG ThinQ lineup and the LG V lineup. However, due to fierce competition from Chinese companies, LG had to fall back for a while and reiterate its product strategies for the Indian market.

It seems that the company is now ready to make a come back with full force which will happen with a brand new smartphone lineup called the LG ‘W’. Although the company’s upcoming mid range offering, the LG W10 has leaked on several instances (1,2), there were no details about its launch. A tipster on Twitter has shared a leaked launch invitation of the LG W lineup which exhibits that the series will make its global debut on the 26th of June at an event in New Delhi.

In addition, the leaked launch poster also boasts of a triple rear camera module which the device was previously reported to have.

As previously mentioned, one device that is confirmed to launch at the event is the LG W10 which was leaked previously. In terms of looks, the smartphone has a contemporary design with a water drop notch display on the front and a plastic back. The rear of the smartphone houses a triple camera setup, LG branding and a fingerprint sensor.

In terms of battery, the LG W10 will be powered by a 4,000 mAh lithium cell which is likely to support fast charging. The details about the smartphone’s chipset are currently unavailable, however, it is assumed to be kitted with the Snapdragon 660 or Snapdragon 675 SoC which is present on most smartphones in the mid range segment.

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Conclusively, all the details about the LG W series smartphones including price and specifications will be revealed at the launch event which is scheduled for the 26th of June.

June 22, 2019
Huawei Unveils Kirin 810 SoC Based On 7 nm Process

On the 21st of June, Huawei held a launch event in China where it unveiled a variety of new devices including the Huawei Nova 5 smartphone lineup and the MediaPad M6 tablet duo. Another offering from Huawei that debuted at the event is the Kirin 810 SoC which was anticipated for a long time.

The Kirin 810 SoC is the company’s latest chipset which is manufactured using a 7 nm fabrication process. The only other chipset offered by the company that is made using 7 nm technology is the Kirin 980 which is found on flagship devices like the camera centric P30 Pro, Mate 20 Pro and Honor View 20.

The Kirin 810 consists of an Octa Core CPU along with the Mali G52 GPU. The eight core CPU setup is comprised of two different clusters which include 2x Cortex-A76 cores which are clocked at 2.27 GHz and 6x Cortex A55 cores which are clocked at 1.88 GHz. This combination of two different CPU architecture and clock speed clusters allow devices employing the chipset to provide the best of performance and battery life.

Huawei Nova 5 Pro

Noteworthy, the newly launched Kirin 810 SoC is based on DaVinci architecture which is developed in house by Huawei. This is a positive step in the direction of self-reliance. As the previously imposed trade ban on Huawei left the company stranded after architecture developer ‘Arm’ cut cords with it. Besides, the chipset has a powerful NPU (Neural Processing Unit) with HiAi 2.0 which aims at improving the performance of artificial intelligence technology.

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The first smartphone featuring the chipset is the Huawei Nova 5 which was launched earlier today. Conclusively, it seems that Huawei is working rigorously to neutralise the negative impacts that the aforementioned US trade ban had caused. It seems that hurdles faced by the company are just temporary and it will overcome most of them sooner rather than later.

June 21, 2019