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  • Lenovo Z5 Pro GT With Snapdragon 855 Announced In China

    Lenovo Z5 Pro GT With Snapdragon 855 Announced In China

    Lenovo launched the Z5 Pro smartphone earlier this year in China. Now the company has announced the Z5 Pro GT which is a higher-specced variant of the former.

    Design

    The Lenovo Z5 Pro GT has an all-glass front and rear with a sliding screen which conceals the dual front camera setup and the speakerphone. The smartphone has 6 double helix springs to drive its sliding mechanism. According to the company, the slider has a life cycle of up to 3,00,000 slides. The smartphone measures 155.12 x 73.04 x 9.3 mm and weighs in at 210 grams. The power button is placed on the right side of the handset while the volume rockers are placed on the left. For securely unlocking the device it has an in-display fingerprint sensor and it also supports facial unlocking technology. The Lenovo Z5 Pro GT gets as all new back with carbon fiber like design. Like the regular variant, it also has dual rear cameras along with an LED flash.

    Specifications

    The Lenovo Z5 Pro GT has a 6.39-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a resolution of  2340 x 1080 px. It features the Octa Core Snapdragon 855 SoC. It will be one of the first smartphones to feature this chipset. For photography, the device has dual 16 MP + 24 MP rear cameras which can capture 2160p videos @ 30fps. The front of the device also has dual 16 MP + 8 MP cameras which can record 1080p videos.

    The Lenovo Z5 Pro GT runs on the ZUI 10.0 which based on Android 9 Pie. For connectivity, the device has dual 4G VoLTE support, 802.11 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer. It also has a proximity sensor, a gravity sensor, and an ambient light sensor. The smartphone is powered by a 3,350 mAh non-removable lithium-ion battery. It also has Dolby Atmos support which provides a better and immersive sound experience. Most noteworthy, the device has a hardware-level security chip. The hardware chip stores sensitive user data like fingerprint information and banking details of the user.

    Price And Availability

    Also Read: Microsoft Launches Surface Go 2-in-1 PC In India

    The Lenovo Z5 Pro GT is currently available for pre-order in China while the deliveries will commence from 24th January 2019. The price for the different variants of the smartphone is as follows:

    • 6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM – 2698 CNY (around Rs 27,700)
    • 8 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM – 2998 CNY (around Rs 30,800)
    • 8 GB RAM + 256 GB ROM – 3398 CNY (around Rs 41,200)
    • 12 GB RAM + 512 GB ROM – 4398 CNY (around Rs 45,200)

     

  • Microsoft Launches Surface Go 2-in-1 PC In India

    Microsoft Launches Surface Go 2-in-1 PC In India

    Microsoft offers a wide range of laptops and touchscreen PC’s which carry the Microsoft Surface branding. These devices have a premium build with high-end features and are intended to set a benchmark for other Windows PC OEMs. Earlier this year, the company launched their cheapest 2-in-1 detachable notebook, the Surface Go in the US. The budget-oriented Surface Go has now been launched in India. As the name suggests, it is a 2-in-1 PC with a detachable keyboard that is sold separately. Like a lot of other companies, Microsoft has also chosen the online sales model for the Surface Go. The PC will be exclusively available on Flipkart and will be offered in two RAM + ROM configurations.

    Click Here To Buy The Microsoft Surface Go

    Design

    The Microsoft Go has a rectangular tile-like shape with an adjustable kickstand. It measures 245 x 176 x 8.3 mm and weighs in at 522 grams. The top side of the device houses the power button and the volume rockers while the bottom side houses the magnetic keyboard connector. The left side of the Surface Go houses the microSD expansion slot and the right side houses the 3.5 mm jack, USB Type-C port, and side firing dual speakers. The rear of the device has a 5 MP camera and a microphone pinhole. The PC also has an 8 MP autofocus camera for taking pictures and video conferencing.

    Specifications

    The Microsoft Go has a 10-inch LED display with a resolution of 1800 x 1200 px. For protection against scratches, the display also gets Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The Microsoft Surface Go has dual 2 Watt stereo speakers with Dolby audio support. The touchscreen PC features the dual-core Intel 4415Y Pentium Gold processor that has a clock speed of 1.6 GHz. The Intel SoC also has integrated HD 615 graphics.

    In terms of connectivity, the Surface Go has Bluetooth 4.1 and Wi-Fi 802.11 ac. It also has a variety of built-in sensors which include an ambient light sensor, an accelerometer, a gyroscope, and a magnetometer. The PC runs latest Windows 10 Home in S Mode and is powered by a 2 cell battery. According to Microsoft, the Surface Go can offer up to 9 hours of battery backup, depending on the usage pattern.

    Price, Colours, And Availability

    The Microsoft Surface Go is available in a single Grey colour variant. It is available for pre-order on Flipkart and the deliveries will commence on 27th December. It is offered in two RAM + ROM configurations for which the price is as follows:

    • 4 GB + 64 GB – Rs 37,999
    • 8 GB + 128 GB – Rs 49,999

    Also Read: Huawei Nova 4 With In-display Camera Launched

    Another point worth mentioning is that the 64 GB variant has eMMC storage whereas the 128 GB variant gets an SSD. Both eMMC and SSD are types of NAND flash storage but the latter has higher read and write speeds.

    Click Here To Buy The Microsoft Surface Go

  • Huawei Nova 4 With In-display Camera Launched

    Huawei Nova 4 With In-display Camera Launched

    Huawei has launched the highly anticipated Nova 4 smartphone in China. It is the successor to the Huawei Nova 3 which was launched earlier. The key highlighting feature of the smartphone is its in-display camera cutout for the front-facing camera. It is the second smartphone after Samsung Galaxy A8s to have this feature.

    Design And Specs

    The Huawei Nova 4 has an all-front and rear glass build with a metal chassis. It measures 157 × 75.10 × 7.77 mm weighs in at 172 grams. On the front of the smartphone sits a 6.4-inch LCD display with a resolution of 2310 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 398 ppi. Under the hood, the smartphone features the Octa-Core Snapdragon Kirin 970 CPU along with the Mali G72 MP12 GPU.

    For photography, the Huawei Nova 4 has a 25 MP front camera and triple rear cameras. The smartphone is available in two different rear camera setups which are as follows:

    • 48 MP + 16 MP + 2 MP
    • 20 MP + 16 MP + 2 MP

    It is powered by a 3750 mAh battery and runs on EMUI 9.0.1 which is built on top of latest Android 9.0 Pie. In terms of connectivity, it has Bluetooth 4.2, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, GPS, and a USB Type C-Port for charging and data syncing.

    The Huawei Nova 4 also has a bunch of sensors which include a gravity sensor, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, gyroscope, and a compass. For safely and securely unlocking the device it also has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.

    Price, Colours And Storage Variants

     Also Read: Xiaomi Redmi 7 Listed On TENAA

    The Huawei Nova 4 is available in four different colour options which are Bright Black, Honey Red, Blue, and White. The device is available in single 8 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM configuration. The price of the two variants of the smartphone with different rear camera setup is as follows:

    • 48 MP + 16 MP + 2 MP- 3099 Yuan (around Rs 32,150)
    • 20 MP + 16 MP + 2 MP- 3399 Yuan (around Rs 35,200)

     

  • Xiaomi Redmi 7 Listed On TENAA

    Xiaomi Redmi 7 Listed On TENAA

    A mystery smartphone from Xiaomi has been spotted on TENAA. The smartphone carries the model number M1901F9T. Although the name of the device is not yet confirmed, this could be a Redmi 7-series smartphone. Like the Redmi 6, it also has a display with a notch up top. The listing also reveals some specifications about the upcoming device.

    Specifications

    The Xiaomi smartphone which is codenamed  M1901F9T has a 5.84-inch display with a high screen-to-body ratio. The front of the device also seems to have a tiny waterdrop notch that houses the front-facing selfie camera. The right side of the smartphone harbors the power button and volume rockers while the left side is free from any switches. The rear of the smartphone has a glass back which houses the fingerprint sensor and a dual camera setup with an LED flash.

    The Xiaomi smartphone measures 147.76 × 71.89 × 7.8 mm and is powered by a 2,900 mAh battery. In terms of connectivity, the smartphone supports dual 4G VoLTE while it is also expected to have other standard options like Wi-Fi 802.11 and Bluetooth. Other specifications like the CPU, GPU, and camera resolution is unavailable. If it is the successor to the Redmi 6 Pro, the former is expected to have better specifications than the latter.

    Redmi 6 Specifications

    Also Read: PUBG Reveals Vikendi Map Release Date

    • Display: 5.45-inch IPS LCD display with Full HD+ resolution.
    • Operating System: MIUI 9 on Android 8.1 (Oreo)
    • Processor: 2.0 GHz octa-core Helio P22.
    • RAM: 3/4 GB RAM.
    • Storage: 32/64GB internal storage, expandable via microSD card up to 256GB.
    • Rear Cameras: 12 MP and 5 MP rear cameras, 5 MP front-facing camera.
    • Selfie Camera: 8 MP
    • Security: In-display fingerprint scanner
    • Connectivity: 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
    • Battery: 3,500mAh battery.
    • Dimensions: 147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm
    • Weight: 146 g

     

  • Samsung Granted Patent For 3D Hologram Display

    Samsung Granted Patent For 3D Hologram Display

    Earlier this year, Samsung had filed a patent for a Hologram reproducing display which has now been granted. The patents were submitted to WIPO (World Intellectual Property Office) and USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office). The patent was published on 29th November and it explains how a 3D image can be projected on the screen.

    How Does It Work?

    The display has a relay lens which contains a series of microlenses. The relay lens has a spatial light modulator (SLM) with a filter which ensures the hologram pattern is correctly reproduced. By using the intervention of light, a high-quality holographic image can be projected. The patent is well comprehended and it explains in detail how various lenses are used to project the image.

    Will We See It?

    It is hard to predict when a Samsung smartphone with this display technology will be officially released. Although the patent shows concrete evidence that Samsung can make the technology work, packing this technology into a fully functional smartphone will take some time.

    3D Displays From Other Companies

    A lot of companies in the past have experimented with 3D Hologram displays but nobody has been successful to make it mainstream. Earlier this year, Red showcased their Hydrogen One smartphone which can produce a 3D image without having to use a pair of 3D glasses. The 3D images are just displayed on the screen and not projected in the air.

    Also Read: iPhone Ban In China To Be Lifted Due To iOS Update

    Additionally, Microsoft had showcased a pair of mixed reality glasses which is called HoloLens. The HoloLens is a fully untethered VR headset with which the users can experience 3D holographic images. The level of immersion enables new forms of computing in which the user’s desktop could be the living room.

  • iPhone Ban In China To Be Lifted Due To iOS Update

    iPhone Ban In China To Be Lifted Due To iOS Update

    Apple and Qualcomm have been engaged in a patent war. Earlier this month, Qualcomm won a legal battle against Apple in China. A Chinese court found Apple guilty of violating two patents which are held by Qualcomm. The court’s ruling will restrict Apple from importing and selling certain iPhone models in the country. The restricted devices include smartphones ranging between the iPhone 6S and the iPhone X models.  The patents are related to navigating apps on a touch screen and resizing photos. But according to Apple, they can easily resolve the issue and comply with the court’s ruling.

    Apple’s Solution

    Both the patents restricting Apple from importing and selling iPhones in China are software related. Therefore, the company can easily seed a software update for the affected iPhone models. Post the update, the smartphone will comply with Qualcomm’s patents resulting in the ban being lifted. The software update from Apple will start rolling out, starting this week.

    Also Read: Top Free Android Games For The Month Of December

    Furthermore, Apple has already filed for a reconsideration request. The company also said that a ban on iPhones would impact its Chinese suppliers and consumers as well as the tax revenue it pays to the authorities. If the ban is not lifted, the plummeting sales of the iPhone would take another jab. Most notably, China is a very crucial market for Apple. They are Apple’s third largest market after the US and Europe. China accounted for 19% of Apple’s total revenue in the last quarter.

  • Google Files Patent To Make Foldable Displays Durable

    Google Files Patent To Make Foldable Displays Durable

    Google is a company that is not limited to one particular field or industry. Being in the hardware space for a long time with devices like Nexus and Pixel phones, Pixel tablets and such the company has recently filed for a patent that intends to improve the durability of foldable displays. It seems that the patent is not meant for just one single device but it rethinks how foldable displays are made and operate. The patent details three different types of solutions which can improve the durability of a foldable display panel.

    Limitations Of Foldable Displays

    The currently showcased displays by major companies like Samsung and LG make use of flexible material that is engineered to have high tensile and compressive strength. Every flexible display is rated to bend to a certain degree without experiencing permanent damage. If the display is bent beyond that degree it loses its capability to retract to its original state. Google, however has filed patents for three mechanisms that approach this issue from a completely different perspective.

    Google’s Patents

    The patent filed by Google includes three different approaches to making a highly durable foldable display.

    • Low Stretch Fibres- The first type of display has an additional layer of stretchable fibres. The stretchable fibres prevent it from bending after a certain degree. It involves arranging the low stretch fibres in such a manner that ensure that they reach their limit of elasticity before the display is bent beyond its minimum bend radius.
    • Memory Metal Display- This patent has thin wires of a memory metal which is arranged in a grid layout behind the actual display panel. Memory metal is a metal alloy which when bent has the ability to restore back to its original state when one exposes it to a certain temperature. In simple words, attaching such a metal mesh to a foldable display will allow it to spring back to its unfolded state.

    • Non-Newtonian Fluid Display- A non-newtonian fluid is a fluid that does not follow Newton’s law of viscosity. That is constant viscosity independent of stress. Such gel or fluid can be infused with electro-active materials like polymer-metal composites. Electric current and voltage can be used to limit the bending radius of screens having this fluid. Therefore allowing companies to make foldable displays that have a high durability.

    The patents are just a concept as of now. But the ideas look promising and can be shaped into real life future technologies.

  • Here Is Why The Galaxy F Will Cost Over $1800

    Here Is Why The Galaxy F Will Cost Over $1800

    Samsung had previously showcased their foldable phone which will reportedly be called the Galaxy F. The smartphone with a foldable display is set to launch in the first half of 2019. Previously analysts claimed that the smartphone will carry a price tag of upwards 1500$ and the latest BOM (Bill Of Materials) strengthens that claim.

    BOM Revelations

    The BOM report is sourced from a Korean research agency, CGS-CIMB. It reveals that the display or the touch module of the Galaxy F will be its priciest component. In comparison to the iPhone XS Max, the display of the Galaxy F will cost 218 USD while the screen on the former costs only 120 USD. Other significantly expensive components include the application processor (SoC) and the memory. The Galaxy F is expected to have the latest Qualcomm 855 processor and 8/10 GB of RAM.

    On the other hand, iPhone XS Max only has 4 GB of RAM. The price of both the processor and memory on the Galaxy F is about two times as that of the iPhone XS Max. The costs of all these components add up to a total BOM cost of 636 USD which in itself is quite high compared to the Galaxy S9+ and the iPhone XS Max.

    Why 1800 USD Retail Price?

    Also Read: Samsung Files Patents For New Notch Designs

    The question is obvious that why does a smartphone that costs 636 USD in parts is sold for 1800 USD. As the 636 USD, BOM does not include other costs like advertisements, assembly, and shipping. Gross margins on smartphones from the past reveal that companies need to maintain a profit margin of 55% to 65%. And a 65% gross margin on the Galaxy F comes out to 1800 USD justifying the claims of analysts.

  • New Electric Car Chargers Will Add 100 KM Range In 3 minutes of Charge

    New Electric Car Chargers Will Add 100 KM Range In 3 minutes of Charge

    It is apparent that EVs (Electric Vehicles) are the future means of transportation. Not only are electric cars better for the environment but they are also powerful enough to compete with an IC (Internal Combustion) engine powered vehicle. The only limiting factor in their adoption is their limited range and the time they take to charge. America based Tesla is a pioneer in the personal electric car industry but German automobile manufacturers are also catching up fast. BMW and Porsche as a part of their “FastCharge” consortium showcased a super fast EV charger.

    How Fast: 450kW fast!

    The new charger that was showcased by the company is set up in Jettingen-Scheppach, Bavaria in Germany. It can pump out current at 900 volts and 500 amps which is equivalent to 450 kW. Most notably, this charger is compatible with Europe’s standard Combined Charging System (CCS) that Tesla has also agreed to support. BMW showcased a research i3 electric car which was able to charge with 350 kW of power. Porsche also demonstrated their Panamera based electric car which charged with a record 400 kW. In comparison to the current industry standard, the Tesla Supercharger can charge a car at 120 kW. However, Tesla had previously announced that their next generation Superchargers will be able to output double the charge as their current models. The next-gen Tesla Superchargers will start rolling out in 2019.

    Also Read: Samsung Files Patents For New Notch Designs

    The Porsche test vehicle was equipped with a 90 kWh battery pack and it also had a special cooling system. The 400kW charger was able to add a range of 100 Kms to the car in a mere three minutes. While the BMW i3 was able to charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in 15 minutes. These results are definitely surprising but are currently in their testing phase. Though Porsche’s upcoming Taycan will be able to support 350 kW of charge which will be up for grabs from the coming year.

     

  • Top Free Android Games For The Month Of December

    Top Free Android Games For The Month Of December

    The Google Play store is packed with an insane amount of mobile games. These games range across a wide variety of genres and categories. Finding the best games out of the bunch is hard but we have scoured the Play Store to give our readers our pick for the top Android games which are free to download and play. Following are the top free Android games for December.

    Run Rabbit Run:

    The game is about a hungry rabbit who tries to collect the maximum number of carrots possible in a perilous environment. The player needs to control the speed and jumps of the bunny to save it from killer saws and spikes. The game requires a lot of concentration and instant reactions. Run Rabbit Run has onscreen left/right buttons to control the direction of the rabbit and a jump button which is placed on the right. Holding either of the direction control buttons make the rabbit dash which is necessary to take longer jumps.

    Tiny Jack:

    Tiny Jack is an adventure style game that seems to draw inspiration from the classic Mario game. The game revolves around the escape journey of a young boy named Jack who is kidnapped by a wizard. The wizard takes the boy to his dungeon that is located in the middle of a jungle. One day when the wizard is not around, Jack manages to escape. But he must face all the hardships that come up on his journey back to his home. He must use his skills to kill monsters and avoid obstacles. Finally, he must kill the final boss to safely get out of the jungle.

    Crash Of Cars:

    If you are a gamer who likes cars, drifting and shooting then this is a game you will definitely enjoy. The game has tiny animated cars which battle with each other for survival. The game has over 70 different cars and 8 different maps which the user can enjoy. It can be played both online and offline. In online mode, users can challenge other combatants and show off their skills. The cars in the game accelerate by themselves and the user needs to control the steering via the onscreen left or right buttons. Players can also pick up mystery boxes which contain different weapons like cannons and flamethrowers. These weapons can be used to kill the enemy cars.

    Football Strike:

    At number four in the list is the game called Football Strike. The game is a lot of fun, especially if you’re a football fan. The user needs to shoot footballs by dragging their finger across the screen. The speed of the finger drag and curve also affect the speed and swing of the ball. It has multiple modes which include Shooting Race, Free Kicks, and Career mode. As the name suggests, in Shooting Race mode the user needs to score maximum number of goals in a limited time period. In the Free Kicks mode, the user needs to defend against other players who are shooting towards your net. And in Career Mode, the user advances through various levels of difficulties as he progresses through the gameplay.

    The Catapult:

    The main character of this game is a stickman that guards a castle against enemies. The stickman operates a catapult that he uses to destroy the catapult of the enemy. During the initial stages the castle is easy to defend but as the game advances, it gets very difficult. Multiple enemies start firing from all directions and castle gets hard to defend. Upon killing enemies the user earns reward points which they can redeem to upgrade their catapult or purchase different helmets. Most notably, if you have played angry birds then your understanding of physics will come in handy.

     

  • Samsung Files Patents For New Notch Designs

    Samsung Files Patents For New Notch Designs

    Samsung held a developers conference last month where they showcased a variety of display notch designs. The designs included an Infinity-O, Infinity-U, and Infinity-V display notch designs. On December 10, Samsung launched the Galaxy A8s smartphone which has an Infinity-O display. The smartphone has a lateral cutout in the display for the front-facing selfie camera. Samsung has also filed patents for six other notch designs. The new patents seem to be a combination of the Infinity-O and the Infinity-U display notch designs.

    New Notch Designs 

    Samsung filed the patents for six new notch designs to the KIPO (Korean Intellectual Property Office) which were granted on 10 December 2018. According to the patents, the height of the notch varies as per different models. Out of the six designs, the notch in four patents is placed below the bezel. While two patents reveal notches that are partly integrated into the bezel. The patent number 3 in this list has a “U” shaped cutout above the top bezel. Although its purpose is unclear as of now, it might be used to attach an accessor or this could be the earpiece of the phone. Certainly, these patents are of less importance to the end customer, it provides vital insight into the design language what future smartphones will look like.

    Also Read: MediaTek launches Helio P90 SoC With APU 2.0

    The first Samsung smartphones with the Infinity-U and the Infinity-V display will launch in 2019. In the future, the notch can evolve into something like the ones on these patents. According to the source manufacturing smartphones with these types of notch designs are comparatively cheaper. Therefore, these notch designs are likely to be seen on midrange and budget smartphones. Samsung is not only gearing up to adopt the notch but they are also planning to bring them to the mass market.

  • MediaTek launches Helio P90 SoC With APU 2.0

    MediaTek launches Helio P90 SoC With APU 2.0

    MediaTek is a Taiwanese company that designs chipsets for mobile phones, navigation systems, and other electronic devices. A short while ago, the company announced their Helio P70 chipset which is featured on the Realme U1. In a recent launch event, the company has announced their Helio P90 SoC. The Helio P90 is the company’s flagship mobile chipset that is currently on offer. Like the Helio P70, it is an Octa-Core processor and is manufactured using 12 nm technology. The biggest highlight of the new chipset is its AI capabilities.

    Features And Support:

    The Helio P90 accommodates the PowerVR GM 9946 GPU and an Octa-Core CPU. The CPU consists of two ARM A75 cores and six Cortex A55 cores. The ARM A75 cores are clocked at 2.2 GHz while the  Cortex A55 cores are clocked at 2.0 GHz. This ARM 75 and ARM A55 duo provides best of both performance and efficiency. The Helio P90 can support up to 8 GB of LPDDRX RAM and UFS 2.1 storage. It supports a maximum display resolution of 2520 x 1080 px and an aspect ratio of 21:9.

     

    In terms of camera, the SoC can support single camera sensor of 48 MP resolution and dual 24 MP + 16 MP sensors. However, it is dependent on the smartphone manufacturer how they incorporate it on their device. The Helio P90 also has a built-in APU (AI Processing Unit) 2.0. With the help of AI, a smartphone can optimise both, power and performance depending on usage patterns of different users. According to benchmarks, the Helio P90 has better AI performance than the Snapdragon 845 which is 10 nm chipset. Most notably, its AI benchmark is slightly lower than the Snapdragon 855 which is a 7 nm chipset.

    Also Read: OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition Launched In India

    For connectivity, the Helio P90 supports dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo and FM Radio. The company announced that smartphones featuring the chipset are already being developed. The first smartphone packing the P90 SoC is expected to launch in Q1 of 2019.

  • OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition Launched In India

    OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition Launched In India

    The OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition smartphone was recently launched in the UK. Now the company has also announced it for the Indian market. It is a limited edition variant of the OnePlus 6T which the company has developed in collaboration with British supercar manufacturer, McLaren. Although the new variant borrows a lot of specifications from the regular variant, the new features make it stand out. The OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition not only has a beautiful rear design it also gets Warp Charge 30 and 10 GB of RAM. It is the first global smartphone to offer this high capacity of RAM.

    Design:

    The OnePlus 6T Mclaren Edition, like its regular variant, has a high screen-to-body ratio with a waterdrop notch at the front. The right side of the device makes room for the power button and the sound profile slider while the left side houses the volume rockers. Over at bottom, the device has a USB Type-C port, the loudspeaker grille, and the microphone grille. The rear of the device gets a newly designed back panel which houses the dual camera setup with LED flash. The glass panel has a carbon fiber like design and the signature McLaren Orange Papaya coloured accent runs along its bottom and sides.

    Display:

    The OnePlus 6T Mclaren Edition has a 6.41-inch Optic AMOLED display with a small waterdrop notch. The display panel has a Full HD resolution of 2340 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 402 ppi. The display has a screen to body ratio of 85.6% and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. Additionally, the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition’s display has Corning Gorilla Glass 6 to protect it against scratches and accidental drops.

    Processor:

    The McLaren Edition OnePlus 6T runs on the 10 nm, Snapdragon 845 SoC. The Snapdragon 845 consists of an Octa-Core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU. The CPU consists four Kryo 385 Gold cores and four 385 Silver Cores. For high performance, the Kryo 385 Gold cores have a clock frequency of 2.8 GHz and for better battery backup the Kryo 385 Silver cores have a clock frequency of 1.7 GHz.

    Memory & Storage:

    The new limited McLaren Edition variant of the OnePlus 6T gets 10 GB of LPDDR4X RAM. In terms of internal storage, the device has 256 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. Both, LPDDR4X RAM andUFS 2.1 contribute in making the smartphone extremely fast. Like other OnePlus smartphones, it does not support memory expandability.

    Camera:

    The OnePlus 6T Mclaren Edition has a 16 MP (Sony IMX 371), f 2.0 aperture equipped front-facing camera sensor which is housed in the notch. Over at the rear, the device gets dual 16 MP (Sony IMX 519) + 20 MP (Sony IMX 376K) camera sensors. Both the 16 MP and the 20 MP sensor are equipped with a f/1.7 aperture. Most notably, the 16 MP camera has a 1.22-micron size pixel which allows for better light absorption. Therefore, the device can capture well-lit pictures even in low light conditions. The smartphone can also capture 2160p videos at 60fps from the rear cameras and 1080p videos at 30 fps from the front camera.

    Battery:

    Like the regular variant, the McLaren Edition OnePlus 6T packs a 3,700 mAh Lithium-Ion battery. However, the new device now supports Warp Charge which charges the device with 30 watts of power. In comparison, the dash charge on the regular variant charges the handset at only 20 watts. Therefore this is a 50% boost from the old technology. According to OnePlus, the limited edition variant can be charged up to 50% in under 20 minutes.

    To support this rapid charge, both the phone and the charger now have an integrated circuit chip. OnePlus also ships the device with a Papaya Orange coloured braided cable which is essential to support the Warp charge. Furthermore, the McLaren Edition variant does not thermal throttle. It means that the device will continue to charge at a rapid pace even if the device gets hot or is being used to run CPU intensive tasks.

    Connectivity & Other Features:

    The OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition variant, like the regular variant, also supports dual 4G VoLTE, dual-band 802.11 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 Low Energy, NFC, and GPS. The device also has a host of sensors which include an accelerometer, a gyroscope, a proximity sensor, and a compass. For securely and safely unlocking the handset, the device gets an in-display fingerprint sensor. Additionally, the device also supports Face Unlock Technology.

    The OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition smartphone with 10 GB of RAM and 256 GB of ROM is priced in India at Rs 50,999. It will be available via both online and offline channels. The phone will be available from tomorrow at Delhi’s newly launched store and will be available on other channels from 15th December.

    You can also watch our unboxing video of the device:

  • OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition Launched With 10 GB RAM

    OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition Launched With 10 GB RAM

    Chinese smartphone manufacturer, OnePlus had launched the OnePlus 6T smartphone on 30th October in India. To celebrate their 5 year anniversary the company has now launched a limited edition variant of the OnePlus 6T in the UK. It is scheduled for launch in India on September 12. The company has collaborated with British car maker, McLaren which is renowned for making racing and sports cars. The OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition borrows a lot of specifications from the regular variant. Additionally, it gets an all-new rear design, higher memory capacity and faster Warp charge 30.

    Build & Features

    The OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition measures 157.5 x 74.8 x8.2 mm and weighs in at 185 grams. On the front of the device sits a 2.5D, 6.41-inch Optic AMOLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection. The display has a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 402 ppi. The front of the device also has a small waterdrop notch which houses the 16 MP selfie camera that can also capture 1080p videos at 30 fps. For securely and swiftly unlocking the device, it also has an in-display fingerprint sensor which is also present in the regular variant of the 6T. Additionally, the device also supports Face Unlock technology.

    In comparison to the regular variant, the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition gets an all-new back panel. The rear glass panel has a Carbon-Fiber like design which carries the McLaren logo and a Papaya Orange accent runs along its bottom and side edges keeping to McLaren’s livery colours. Like the regular variant, it also has dual 16 MP + 20 MP camera sensors with Dual LED flash on the back. For connectivity, the OnePlus 6T McLaren edition supports dual 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11 Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC and the USB Type-C port for charging and data syncing which are carried forward from the 6T as well.

    In terms of storage, the McLaren Edition variant has 10 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. Under the hood, it features the Octa-Core Snapdragon 845 CPU along with Adreno 630 GPU. The smartphone packs a 3700 mAh lithium-ion battery which supports Warp 30 charge. As the name suggests, Warp 30 charges the smartphone with 30 watts of power. In comparison to the dash charge which supports only 20 watts, which is present in the regular version.

    According to OnePlus, Warp 30 can charge the device up to 50% in 20 minutes. To attain such rapid charging speed both the handset and the charger get an integrated circuit chip and a finely tuned power management system. To sweeten up the deal, the company ships the smartphone with a Papaya Orange braided cable. Furthermore, the device does not thermal throttle while charging. In simpler words, the user can charge the smartphone at full pace and simultaneously enjoy their favourite games.

    Price and Availablity

    The new limited edition OnePlus 6T McLaren smartphone is available at 649 € (around Rs 53,000) in the UK. However, the India specific pricing will be revealed only after its official launch which is set for December 12.

  • Samsung Launches Galaxy A8s With Infinity-O Notch

    Samsung Launches Galaxy A8s With Infinity-O Notch

    After a lot of leaks and teasers, the Samsung Galaxy A8s with the Infinity-O notch has officially been launched. The phone was launched at an event that was held in China. It is the world’s first smartphone to feature an in-screen cutout for the front selfie camera.

    Design & Features

    The Samsung Galaxy A8s measures 158.4×74.9×7.4 mm weighs in at 173 grams. The front of the device accommodates a 6.39-inch Full HD+ display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. The power button and the volume rockers sit on the right side of the device while the SIM card slot and the dedicated Bixby button are placed on the left.

    The rear of the Samsung Galaxy A8s has a gradient coloured glass panel which tapers toward the edges. The rear of the device also houses a fingerprint sensor and triple camera set up along with an LED flash. Talking about the camera sensors, the phone has a 24 MP front-facing sensor which is housed in the infinity-O notch and the rear camera setup consists of triple 24 MP + 5 MP + 10 MP sensors.

    The Samsung Galaxy A8s is kitted with the Octa-Core Snapdragon 710 CPU and the Adreno 616 GPU. The device is powered by a 3,300 mAh battery and it runs on Android 8.1 Oreo. In terms of connectivity, the device supports dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer. The smartphone also gets a bunch of sensors which include a gravity sensor, a distance sensor, and a light sensor.

    Colours & Variants

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    The Samsung Galaxy A8s is available in three colors which are Silver, Green, and Blue. It is available in a two RAM & ROM storage variant which are as follows:

    • 6 GB + 128 GB
    • 8 GB + 128 GB

    It also supports memory expansion up to 256 GB via a microSD card. The device is currently available on pre-order on Samsung’s Chinese website.

    To summarise, the Samsung Galaxy A8s looks like a solid offering from the company and is expected to perform well in terms of sales.

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