Author: Sahil Kapoor

Xiaomi Launches Mi Rabbit Children Phone Watch 3C

On the 2nd of August, the Chinese conglomerate, Xiaomi launched the Mi Rabbit Children Phone Watch 3C in its home country. As the name suggests, it is a phone that is made while keeping children in mind. However, instead of resembling a conventional smartphone, it looks like a smartwatch.

Mi Rabbit Children Phone Watch 3C Design and Features

In terms of looks, the Mi phone watch has a minimalist yet elegant design. The front of the device features a 1.3 inch colour display that has a resolution of 240 x 240 px. To prevent the 2.5d display against scratches, it has Corning Gorilla Glass protection. Also, the display has an oleophobic AF coating that keeps fingerprints at bay.

Besides, the front of the Mi Rabbit Children Phone Watch 3C has an f/2.4 aperture equipped 2 MP camera which can be used for making video calls.

The wrist strap of the Xiaomi phone watch is made out of soft silicone which is similar to what is found on the company’s Mi Band lineup.

The device is powered by a 780 mah battery which can be charged with the help of a proprietary connector cable. In terms of connectivity, the Mi Rabbit Children Phone Watch 3C has Wi-Fi, GPS, 4G VoLTE and NFC.

With the help of NFC connectivity and builtin E-wallet, kids can also make wireless payments at more than 4000 locations which include rail stations, airports and shopping malls.

Other notable features of the phone watch include an alarm clock functionality, chat application, music playback and an audio assistant. Also, the parents can remotely monitor the location of their children with a combination of GPS and 4G connectivity.

Mi Rabbit Children Phone Watch 3C Price And Availability

The Xiaomi made watch phone is offered in multiple vivid colours which include Cherry Red and Dark Blue. The device is currently limited to China and is priced at CNY 398 (around Rs 4,000).

Also Read: India Bound Storage And Colour Variants Of The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Leak

All in all, the Mi Rabbit Children Phone Watch 3C is a good alternative to providing kids with a smartphone. Also, we feel, this is more of a utilitarian gadget rather than being built for entertainment purpose.

What are your thoughts on the device? Do you think such a product could flourish in India? Let us know in the comments below.

August 3, 2019

India Bound Storage And Colour Variants Of The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Leak

South Korean smartphone maker, Samsung will soon launch the Galaxy Note 10 and the Galaxy Note 10 Plus which are high-end smartphones. Key specs of both the handsets have leaked via several reliable sources.

Freshly, another piece of news about the Note 10 lineup has been revealed which discloses the colour and storage variants of the smartphone in India.

According to the source, both the Galaxy smartphones will be available in two storage variants. However, in terms of colours, the former will be available in four options while the latter will be available in three options. For easier reference, the different variants are listed below:

Device Name

Variant

Samsung Galaxy Note 10

Aura Black: 256 GB

Aura Red: 256 GB

Aura Glow: 256 GB

Aura White: 512 GB

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus

Aura Black: 512 GB/ 1 TB

Aura Glow: 512 GB/ 1 TB

Aura White: 1 TB

To recall some of its features, both the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10 Plus will have an edge-to-edge display with a centre-mounted punch hole camera. In terms of display size, the former will have a 6.3 inch AMOLED display while the latter will have a 6.5 inch display.

Under the hood, the device will either be kitted with the Snapdragon 855 or the Exynos 9825 which will vary depending upon the region those units they are sold in.

For photography, the Galaxy Note 10 will have a triple rear camera setup while the Note 10 Plus will have a quad camera setup.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 — Galaxy Note 10 Green Colour

Moreover, the upcoming smartphones are reported to support 45 W fast charging and will be powered by a 3600 mAh ad 4300 mAh battery in respective order.

Also Read: Realme To Showcase A Smartphone With 64MP Quad Camera On 8th August

Also new with the Galaxy Note 10, Samsung will introduce an upgraded S-Pen which will support air gestures as seen on the newly launched Galaxy Tab S6. Readers who want to see detailed specs of the upcoming smartphones can do so by clicking here.

To sum it up, all the leaks and claims about the flagship Samsung devices will be cleared on the 7th of August, which is their official launch date.

August 2, 2019

Intel Announces 10th Gen Ice Lake Core CPUs

On the 1st of August, American chipmaker, Intel unveiled it’s latest and greatest of CPUs in the form of 10th Generation Core processors which carry the ” Ice Lake ” branding. The company has currently launched 11 models which are part of (U-Series and Y-Series) and they are targeted towards ultrabooks, 2-in-1 computing devices and other mobile form factors.

Right of the bat, the key difference between the 10th Gen and 9th Gen Intel processors is the fabrication process. The newly launched CPUs are manufactured using 10 nm fabrication process which is a considerable bump from 14 nm process that the last-gen CPUs were made with.

According to Intel, besides performance improvements, the 10th Gen Core CPUs also have optimised AI processing, better graphics performance and an extended I/O support. In terms of graphics, the CPUs feature Intel Iris Plus graphics.

All the newly launched Intel U-Series and Y-Series processors have 4 physical cores or 8 logical cores. For readers who do not know, Logical cores have the ability to execute 2 or more task simultaneously, therefore, they help in boosting productivity.

The 10th Gen Intel core CPUs can support upto 32 GB of LP4/x RAM 3733 MHz or up to 64GB of DDR4 3200 MHz RAM. They also support Intel Optane memory SSDs/Memory, PCIe 3.0, SATA, SD 3.0 and eMMC 5.1 storage.

Intel CPUs in both the U-Series and Y-Series have 16 lane PCI-E 3.0 support, Integrated Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+) and support for Thunderbolt 3. Following is the list of CPUs along with their specifications:

Also Read: Specs And Images Of The Upcoming Osmo Mobile 3 Revealed Via FCC

In terms of availability, the 10th Gen Intel Core processors will be seen in devices manufactured by different OEMs from the month of November.

In order to gain, real-life performance samples of the CPUs we will have to wait until we get our hands on some commercially available products.

August 2, 2019
Specs And Images Of The Upcoming Osmo Mobile 3 Revealed Via FCC

When it comes to drones and handheld camera stabilisation gimbals, DJI is one of the first companies that cross our mind. In the year 2018, the company launched the DJI Osmo Mobile 2 gimbal which is about the get a successor suggests FCC (Federal Communications Commission) listing.

The upcoming mobile stabilisation device will follow the chronological name scheming and will be dubbed the DJI Osmo Mobile 3. As previously mentioned, it was spotted on the FCC website, which every electronic product is mandatory to gain certification before it can be sold in the US.

To begin with, the design of the upcoming gimbal is reminiscent of its predecessor that features a stout handle and dual stabilisation motors. The controls are placed on the side that faces the user, therefore, the device can be operated easily via the thumb.

Noteworthy, the upcoming DJI Osmo Mobile 3 gets a key design update. The stem that holds the smartphone has a collapsible joint which provides for a compact and easy to carry form factor.

Talking about its dimensions and weight, the mobile stabilisation gimbal tips the scale at 405 gram, measures 286 x 126 x 98 mm in unfolded state and 157 x 130 x 46 mm in the folded state. The DJI Osmo Mobile 3 can handle a payload of 200±30 g i.e the weight of a smartphone that is being used to capture videos or photos.

The device is powered by a 2600 mAh 18650 Lithium battery. For connectivity, it is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 Low energy. Like most other DJI products, the Osmo Mobile 3 will also support the DJI Mimo app that provides a well rounded digital control panel and viewfinder.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A90 5G Gains Wi-Fi Certification, Expected To Launch Soon

Even though the FCC listing has detailed all the specs and features of the device, we will have to wait until the company officially lifts the curtain from it. Also, the price and availability details will be revealed at the official launch event.

August 2, 2019
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G Gains Wi-Fi Certification, Expected To Launch Soon

Reports in the past have claimed the Samsung is working on a 5G smartphone that will carry the SM-A908 model number. As the name suggests, it will be a part of the Galaxy A lineup and it will most likely be referred to as the Galaxy A90.

On the 1st of August, a smartphone with a similar model number was spotted on the Wi-Fi.org website which further strengthens the claims of Galaxy A90’s existence. Intriguingly, the model found in the listing also has a ‘b’ suffix which suggests that the device will be launched in both a 5G and a 4G variant.

The listing also reveals that SM-A908b aka the Galaxy A90 5G runs on the Android 9.0 Pie which is destined to be skinned with Samsung’s OneUI interface. Even though the Wi-Fi.org listing does not reveal any other features of the device, they can be derived from past leaks.

Correspondingly, the smartphone is reported to be equipped with the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is a flagship-grade chipset. It is manufactured using a 7 nm fabrication process and consists of an Octa-Core CPU along with the Adreno 640 GPU.

Samsung Galaxy A70

Besides, a Samsung made smartphone battery was previously leaked with model number “EB-BA908ABY” which is believed to power the Galaxy A90. The battery has a capacity of 4,500 mAh and is heterogenous to one found on the 5G variant of the Galaxy S10.

For photography, the Galaxy A90 is reported to feature a 32 MP front camera and a multi rear camera setup out of which the primary sensor will have 48 MP resolution.

Also Read: Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 Launched In India, Costs Rs 15,990

Like the Samsung Galaxy A80 and the Galaxy A70, it is expected to have a 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display.

To sum it up, we will have to wait for an official announcement, in order to receive concrete information about the Galaxy A90 with 5G connectivity.

August 1, 2019
Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 Launched In India, Costs Rs 15,990
On the 1st of August, Huawei launched the Y9 Prime (2019) in India which is a mid-range handset. Going by its price and features, the device competes against the likes of Redmi Note 7 Pro and the Realme 3 Pro. However, one feature that makes the smartphone stand out of the pack is a motorised pop-up camera.

Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 Features And Design

Both the front and the back of the Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 is made out of glass which is held together with a metal chassis. The front of the smartphone accommodates a 6.59 inch LCD display that has a pixel density of 391 ppi and 19.5:9 aspect ratio.

Under the hood, the smartphone packs the Kirin 710F chipset which consists of an octa-core chipset and the Mali G51 MP4 GPU. It runs on a Huawei’s EMUI 9 which is built on top of the latest Android 9 Pie.

The Huawei smartphone is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery which is on par with its competitors. In terms of optics, the smartphone has a triple rear-facing camera which is divided into two separate modules. The setup consists of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 16 MP sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide sensor and an f/2.4 aperture equipped depth sensor that has a resolution of 2 MP.

Besides, the Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 also has a 16 MP motorised pop-up selfie camera which was mentioned previously. Connectivity options on the device include Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, GPS and bottom-mounted 3.5 mm audio jack and USB Type C port which can be used for both charging and data syncing.

For securely logging into the UI, the smartphone also features a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.

Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 Price, Colour, Availability and Storage Variants

The Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 is available in two colour options which include Emerald Green and Sapphire Blue. It will be available for purchase both via online and online platforms. It is offered in a single storage variant for which the price is as follows:
- 4 GB + 128 GB: Rs 15,990
In addition to the built-in memory, it also supports memory expansion upto 512 GB via a microSD card.

All in all, the latest mid-ranger from Huawei is a capable mid-range smartphone. Although the Kirin 710F is not the most powerful chipset in the segment, we feel the pop-up selfie camera can compensate for that.
August 1, 2019
700 MPH Hyperloop Project Inches Closer To Becoming A Reality In India

Due to fast-paced modernisation and mass migration from rural to urban areas, it has become a huge challenge for the Indian government to provide reliable means of transportation in metro cities.

The government has been looking for alternative means of transportation and the answer could be the ‘HyperLoop’ which theoretically can reach speeds of upto 700 mph or about 1100 km/h.

Hyperloop illustration

According to the latest development shared by VirginHyperloop One, which is one of the companies working on the development of this technology believes that the decision of building Mumbai to Pune Hyperloop project will soon be finalised.

Officials in the state of Maharashtra have named Virgin Hyperloop One and its partner, DP World as originators of multi-billion dollar project. The government is soon expected to launch an official bidding process to accept offers from potential builders and contractors. And clearly, Virgin Hyperloop expects to turn out the winner.

Noteworthy, once the project is finished, the travel time between two cities i.e Pune to Mumbai will drop down to just 35 minutes which is significantly lower than 3.5 hours, it usually takes to commute via car.

Hyperloop Pod

The Hyperloop project in India will not be constructed from the taxpayer money. Instead, DP world will spend about 500 million to complete the initial phase of the project. While the remaining amount of money will be garnered in from other investors.

Also Read: Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop 3 Specs Leaked Ahead Of Launch

Equally important is the fact that Hyperloop is still in the development stages and it has not been commercially implemented in any other part of the world until now. Hence, Indian government officials will thoroughly study the project before it is actually sanctioned.

To sum it up, there are still several hurdles that are preventing the Hyperloop One project from turning into a reality in India. Nonetheless, the indications given by Virgin Hyperloop One states that the project will kick off soon.

What are your thoughts on the introduction of the superfast Hyperloop One in India? Let us know in the comments below.

August 1, 2019

Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop 3 Specs Leaked Ahead Of Launch

Late last month, the Chinese conglomerate, Xiaomi announced that it will soon launch the successor to the ‘Mi Gaming Laptop 2’ which was released in the year 2018. Surprisingly enough, key specs of the upcoming Mi Gaming Laptop 3 lineup have already been leaked on Twitter.

According to the leakster, the Mi Gaming Laptop 3 will be launched in three variants, all of which will feature a ‘9th Gen Intel Core i’ processor and will also have a dedicated GPU which will aid tasks like gaming or video editing.

The top end and the mid-range variant of the Mi Gaming Laptop 3 will be equipped with the Intel Core i7 9th gen CPU. On the other hand, the base variant will be equipped with a 9th Gen Core i5 chipset.

The top-end variant will feature the Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 GPU whereas the mid-range and the base variant will have the GTX 1660 Ti GPU.

In terms of storage, all three variants will feature a 512 GB SSD which will allow data transfer and application load time to happen at a much faster pace in comparison to conventional HDDs that have moving parts.

Although the source has not revealed the display size on either model of the Mi Gaming Laptop 3 lineup, cheerfully, all three models will be equipped with a display panel that 144 Hz refresh rate. Clearly, this high refresh rate display will provide for an immersive viewing experience. Besides, we believe they will feature a 15.6 inch display as seen on their predecessor.

For easier reference, we have also listed the key specs in tabular form which are as follows:

Specification	Mi Gaming Laptop 3 (Top End Variant)	Mi Gaming Laptop 3 (Mid Variant)	Mi Gaming Laptop 3 (Base Variant)
Processor	9th Gen intel i7	9th Gen intel i7	9th Gen intel i5
GPU	Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060	Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti	Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
RAM	16GB DDR4 DRAM 2666MHz	16GB DDR4 DRAM 2666MHz	8GB DDR4 DRAM 2666MHz
ROM	512 GB SSD	512 GB SSD	512 GB SSD
Display Refresh Rate	144 Hz	144 Hz	144 Hz

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Launched, Snapdragon 855 and Super AMOLED Display In Tow

In terms of build, the upcoming Mi Gaming Laptop 3 laptops are expected to have a design similar to what was seen on its predecessor. Accordingly, the laptops will have a sturdy construction and they will be made of premium materials like Aluminium.

To sum it up, the upcoming gaming laptops from Xioami seem to be well equipped. However, in order to get the exact price and specifications, we will have to wait until they are officially launched.

Are you excited about the upcoming gaming laptops from Xiaomi? Let us know in the comments below.

August 1, 2019

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Launched, Snapdragon 855 and Super AMOLED Display In Tow
After much anticipation and numerous leaks, Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy Tab S6 in the US. Unlike what the chronology suggests, it is a true successor to the Galaxy Tab S4 which was launched in the year 2018. Even though Samsung had also launched the Galaxy Tab S5e earlier this year, it cannot be deemed the predecessor to the Tab S6, as the former is a mid-range device, whereas the latter packs flagship-grade specifications.

Moving ahead, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is a significant upgrade over its predecessor both in terms of build materials and features. It is shipped with an all new S Pen and the company has also introduced a new detachable two-piece keyboard (sold separately) that has a trackpad built-in which provides for a laptop-like experience.

It is aimed towards people who consume a lot of digital media, play mobile games and are looking for a device that can handle productivity apps like Office Suite and email with ease.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Design and Features

To begin with, the Galaxy Tab S6 draws a lot of inspiration from the iPad Pro as it features slim bezels on all sides of the display and it also has an aluminium back which is unlike its predecessor that has a glass back. Nonetheless, it is a tried and tested design that is both functional and looks pleasing to the eye.

On the front of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 sits a 10.5 inch Super AMOLED display that has a pixel density of 2560 x 1600 px. Besides, the display also features an in-display fingerprint sensor. However, unlike the Galaxy S10 lineup, the tablet has an optical fingerprint sensor and not an ultrasonic sensor.

As previously mentioned, the rear of the Galaxy Tab S6 has an aluminium back which houses a dual-camera setup, company branding, AKG logo and an indentation that holds the S-Pen firmly with the help of magnets. While in a resting position, the built-in battery of the S-Pen gets topped up and stays ready for use.

Under the hood, it features the Snapdragon 855 SoC which features an Octa-Core chipset and the Adreno 640 GPU. To provide the best of battery backup and performance, the eight cores are device into three separate clusters which are listed below:
- 1x 2.8 GHz Kryo 485
- 3x 2.4 GHz Kryo 485
- 4x 1.7 GHz Kryo 485
For photography, the Galaxy Tab S6 features a dual rear camera setup which consists of a 13 MP + 5 MP camera. In addition, it also has an 8 MP front-facing selfie camera which is placed in the bezel above the display. Noteworthy, it can also record 4K video at 30fps from the rear camera. While the details about video capturing capability from the front camera are currently unavailable.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is powered by a 7,040 mAh battery which is a slight downgrade from the powerhouse found on the Galaxy Tab S4 that had a 7,300 mAh battery. Samsung claims a battery backup of upto 15 hours which will depend upon the kind of usage.

Other notable features of the Samsung tablet include side-firing quad speakers that support Dolby Atmos which provides for an immersive audio experience. The device also has dual microphones for making video calls or recording audio.

Talking more about the two-piece cover of the Galaxy Tab S6, the rear piece snugly fits on the back which also has a kickstand that can be adjusted to the angle of user’s choice. The keyboard also gets a couple of new additions and it now includes the previously mentioned multi-touch trackpad and dedicated function key to launch different applications or toggling DeX Mode.

Speaking of DeX mode, it offers what it is actually the acronym for, “Desktop Experience”. With the help of built-in USB C port, the screen can be mirrored to an external display or the device itself that mimics a conventional notebook computer experience with a mouse pointer.

To further enhance the Gaming prowess on the Galaxy Tab S6, Samsung has equipped the OS with Game Booster which as the name suggests provides the best possible gaming experience. The feature functions by minimising background process and smartly allocating the available resources to run the game. Also, this mode can be used to block any incoming calls while playing a game. Unfortunately, Samsung has done away with the 3.5 mm audio jack on the tablet and users either need to rely on a pair of Bluetooth headphones or use a USB C to 3.5 mm adapter.

Last but not least, the S Pen on the Galaxy Tab S6, except for taking notes can also be used to controlling the camera shutter. Also, it now supports air gestures which allow the user to toggle different applications by drawing gestures in the air, like drawing “O” to turn on the camera or swiping sideways with the button pressed to switch applications.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Price, Storage and Colour Variants

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The Samsung Tab S6 is offered in three colour options which include Mountain Grey, Cloud Blue and Rose Blush. In terms of memory and storage, it is available in two variants for which the price is as follows:
- 6 GB + 128 GB: US $ 649 (around Rs 44,700)
- 8 GB + 256 GB: US $ 729 (around Rs 50,200)
Besides, it also supports memory expansion upto 1 TB via a microSD card. The keyboard accessory costs US $ 179 (around Rs 12,300).

Also Read: How To Build A Gaming PC Under Rs. 25,000 For PUBG, GTA V And More

To sum it up, the latest offering from Samsung is packed with top tier specs along with a sturdy build and is a praiseworthy tablet, overall. Also it can single-handedly carry the Android tablet bandwagon against the greatest from Apple.

What are your thoughts on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6? Do let us know in the comments below.
July 31, 2019
Vivo Smartphones Might Soon Get A New Name

Earlier this month, Chinese smartphone maker, Vivo applied for a trademark with the title name ‘VivoX’. It was assumed that the company might launch a flagship device which will carry the moniker. However, a new report suggests that this is not the case.

Instead, the company wants to make a larger change with the newly filed trademark. Vivox will not be the name of a new smartphone, rather, it will be the new company name.

Vivo has filed eight trademark applications with EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office) which include Vivox APEX, Vivox NEX, Vivox S, Vivox U, Vivox V, Vivox Y, Vivox Z and Vivox IQOO.

All the applications are categorised as Class 9 with a description text containing ‘smartphone or mobile phone’. The suffix added to different smartphone lineup clearly indicates that the previously mentioned renaming of the brand is likely to happen.

Besides, the applications have also made another interesting revelation. Out of the eight lineups, five are already publicised while the remaining three are unreleased lineups which include the ‘V’, ‘X’ and ‘Y’ branding.

According to a German technology blog, the company has already registered the VivoX name in almost every country. Consequently, the official renaming can happen anytime soon.

In addition, another theory is being derived, that VivoX branded smartphones will be limited to Europe where the company will soon start selling its offerings. Whereas, other countries will continue to get devices with Vivo brand name.

The company has scheduled a press conference in India on the 7th of August which will see the unveiling of the first S-series smartphone from Vivo. Additionally, more details about the renaming of the company are also expected to be revealed at the same event.

Also Read: How To Build A Gaming PC Under Rs. 25,000 For PUBG, GTA V And More

Conclusively, in order to verify all the claims, we won’t have to wait for long as the launch event is scheduled to happen soon.

July 31, 2019
Lenovo Yoga S940 Premium Ultrabook Launched In India
On the 31st of July, Lenovo India held a launch event in New Delhi where it unveiled the premium grade Yoga S940 which is Windows 10 based laptop. The newly launched device is made out of aluminium, has a minimalist design, weighs just 1.2 kg and measures 12.2 mm at its thinnest.

Lenovo Yoga S940 Design and Features

The Lenovo Yoga S940 has an elegant design owing to a 14-inch LED display that is surrounded by thin bezels on all sides. The users have an option to choose between two different display panels that either has 1080p or UHD 4K resolution.

Staple to Lenovo laptops, the Yoga S940 also has a well-spaced keyboard that is comprised of tactile keys. It features a large glass touchpad that can be used to navigate the mouse pointer. Moreover, it also supports multi-finger gestures like pinch to zoom and swipe to change workspace.

The Lenovo Yoga S940 also features audio speakers which are vented via loudspeaker grilles found on either side of the keyboard. Noteworthy, it also supports Dolby Atmos which provides for an immersive audio experience.

In order to achieve the thin form factor, the Yoga S940 only has a 3.5 mm audio jack and triple USB Type C ports. Nevertheless, the Type C ports also support thunderbolt connection, hence they can be used to connect additional peripherals like a card reader, RJ45 ethernet port or even an external display with the help of adapters which are sold separately.

Under the hood, the Yoga S940 can be configured with either an Intel Core i5 or i7, 8th Gen processor. It also features Intel HD 640 graphics which can be used for running lightweight graphics tasks.

The Lenovo Yoga S940 is powered by a 52wh battery which is claimed to provide a battery backup of upto 15 hours, depending on the kind of tasks that are being run on it. It also has a built-in webcam which can be used for video conferencing or even clicking pictures. Wireless connectivity options on the device include Bluetooth 5.0 and 802.11 ac Wi-Fi.

Lenovo Yoga S940 Price and Variants

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The Lenovo Yoga S940 is offered in two different variants for which the price is as follows:
- intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD: Rs 1,25,133
- intel Core i7, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB GB HD: Rs 144,990
Users who want to customise the laptop as per their own liking can also do so, however, the delivery of those units take about two weeks.

Interested readers can check the official webpage by clicking here.
July 31, 2019

Redmi K20 Lineup Will Receive A Price Cut From 1st August

Chinese smartphone maker, Xiaomi is recognised for selling smartphones at an aggressive price and wafer-thin profit margins. Surprisingly, the company has further reduced the price of its several offerings which includes the freshly launched Redmi K20 lineup, 2.

The price cut will be implemented from the 1st of August and is currently limited to the Chinese market. Though it is assumed that similar price cuts may also be implemented in India in the near future.

Following is the list of Redmi smartphones that will receive a price cut:

Model	Storage Variant 1	Storage Variant 2
Redmi K20 Pro	6 GB + 128 GB Before: CNY 2599 (around Rs 25,990) After: CNY 2299 (around Rs 22,990)	8 GB + 128 GB Before: CNY 2799 (around Rs 27,990) After: CNY 2499 (around Rs 24,990)
Redmi K20	6 GB + 128 GB Before: CNY 2099 (around Rs 20,990) After: CNY 1999 (around Rs 19,990)
Redmi Note 7 Pro	6 GB + 64 GB Before: CNY 1399 (around Rs 13,990) After: CNY 1199 (around Rs 11,990)
Redmi Note 7	3 GB + 32 GB Before: CNY 799 (around Rs 7,990) After: CNY 699 (around Rs 6,990)	4 GB + 64 GB Before: CNY 999 (around Rs 9,990) After: CNY 899 (around Rs 8,990)
Redmi 7A	2 GB + 16 GB Before: CNY 549 (around Rs 5,490) After: CNY 499 (around Rs 4,990)

The reason for the price cut is unknown, however, this could be due to a reduction in the cost of components which are generally observed with all companies, not just Xiaomi. Nevertheless, this is a praiseworthy step which reflects that the company is sticking to its belief of ‘honest pricing’.

As previously mentioned, Xiaomi is yet to confirm whether such a price cut will be implemented in India.

Also Read: The Samsung Galaxy M20s Will Feature a Massive 5830 mAh Battery

Though, taking the fact into consideration, that about 5,000 Indian netizens have signed a petition on Change.org to reduce the price of the Redmi K20 by Rs 2,000. Xiaomi could pass on such benefits to its Indian audience.

To sum it up, the unforeseen price cut is sweet move from Xiaomi which will undoubtedly boost sales to a great extent.

Interested readers can check the source here.

July 31, 2019

The Samsung Galaxy M20s Will Feature a Massive 5830 mAh Battery
In the Q1 of 2019, Samsung unveiled the all new Galaxy M lineup of smartphones which are targeted towards ‘millenials’. At the time of debut, the company introduced two smartphones that include the Galaxy M10 and the Galaxy M20. The former was targeted towards the entry level segment whereas the latter was targetted towards mid range segment.

Samsung Galaxy M20 (for reference)

Accrediting to value for money, both the smartphones have turned out to be one of the best selling devices in their segment. Clearly, the company would want to further continue the success it has attained with these handsets.

Falling in to the foot steps of the original devices, Samsung is reportedly developing successors or upgraded variants of the smartphones. While there are hardly any details about the successor to the Galaxy M10, a crucial piece of information about the Galaxy M20’s successor has been revealed.

Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1

According to the a notable Dutch Blog, the Galaxy M20’s replacement device will be called the Galaxy M20s and it will pack a massive ‘5,830 mAh’ battery. In comparison to the original handset, this is considerable bump which packs a 5,000 mAh battery.

Noteworthy, the Asus Max Pro M1 from the year 2018 was one of the first smarpthones to incoporate a huge 5,000 mAh battery and that feature alone became its USP (Unique Selling Point). Therfore, we believe such a huge capacity battery can be a vital feature and can make the upcoming Galaxy M20s stand out of the crowd.

Besides, no other details like the specs or design of the smartphone are currently available. However, it is assumed that, like its predecessor, the Galaxy M20s will have a modern design with an edge-to-edge waterdrop notch display on the front.
Moreover, RAM and ROM capacities on the Galaxy M20s will be similar to its competitors like the Redmi Note 7 Pro and Realme 3 Pro. Therfore, it is likely to be offered in two storage variants which include the following:
- 4 GB + 64 GB
- 6 GB + 128 GB
Also Read: Xiaomi Launches Redmi K20 Pro In Summer Honey White Colour In China

To sum it up, the Galaxy M20s is expected to be a worthy smarpthone in the mid range segment. However, in order to gain more details about it, we will have to wait until Samsung publically addresses it.

What are your thoughts on the Galaxy M20s that is reported to have a 5,830 mAh battery? Let us know in the comments below.
July 31, 2019
Sony Launches Master Series A9G Premium OLED TVs In India

Further expanding its portfolio of premium LED TVs, Sony has launched the Master Series A9G 4K television in India which succeeds the A9F series from the year 2018. The company has currently launched two different sized TVs which have a screen size of 55 inch and 65 inch.

Features Of Sony Master Bravia A9G Lineup

The TVs in the Bravia Master A9G series run on Android 8.0 Oreo and have 16 GB of built-in storage. Right out of the box, they have multiple pre-installed video streaming services which include Netflix, Amazon Vidoe, Hotstar, Alt Balaji, Zee 5 and Sony Liv.

As the Bravia Master TVs run on Android OS, users also have the option to download a wide range of applications which are available on the Google Play store. Additionally, the TVs also support hands-free voice operation via the built Google assistant.

Furthermore, they are also compatible with Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit which can be used to directly stream content from iOS or macOS devices wirelessly.

In terms of design, both the 55 inch and 65 inch A9G TVs from Sony have an elegant design due to narrow bezels on all sides of the display.

The TVs are equipped with Acoustic Surface Audio+ that consists of 2.2 channel speakers along with two actuators and two subwoofers. Moreover, they support Dolby Atmos and DTS digital sound which provides for a clear and immersive audio experience.

The Sony Master Bravia A9G TVs are kitted with X1 Ultimate 4K HDR processors which Sony claims are best in industry. The processor supports Pixel Contrast Booster Technology which can individually control each pixel to offer the best possible live contrast ratio. They also have Bluetooth compatibility to pair wireless earphones to enjoy digital media without disturbances or interruptions.

Sony Master Bravia A9G TV Price

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The Sony Master Bravia A9G with the 55 inch display is priced at Rs 2,69,990 while the variant with the 65 inch display costs Rs 3,69,990. The TV sets will soon be available for purchase across all Sony Centers, major electronic stores and e-commerce portals in India.

Even though the price of the TVs seems quite steep, the quality that these Sony devices deliver is second to none. Therefore, the price of the feature-packed TV offerings from the company can be justified to a greater extent.

Interested readers can check company page by clicking here.

July 30, 2019

MediaTek Announces G90 and G90T Chipsets For Mid Range Gaming Smartphones

On the 29th of July, Taiwanese chip maker, MediaTek held a launch event in India where it unveiled two new SoCs. The newly launched chipsets include the Helio G90 and the Helio G90T, both of which are geared towards mid-range gaming smartphones.

As the name suggests, the G90T is beefed up variant of the standard G90. Nevertheless, both the Helio chipsets are manufactured using 12 nm fabrication and consist of an Octa-Core CPU. The specifications of the two Helio chipsets are listed below in a tabular format:

	Helio G90	Helio G90T
Fabrication Process	TSMC 12nm
CPU	2x Cortex-A76 @ 2 GHz 6x Cortex-A55 @ 2GHz	2x Cortex-A76 @ 2.05 GHz 6x Cortex-A55 @ 2GHz
Memory	2X LPDDR4x Up to 2133MHz up to 8GB, eMMC 5.1 / UFS 2.1	2X LPDDR4x Up to 2133MHz up to 10GB, eMMC 5.1 / UFS 2.1
Camera	24MP+16MP, 48MP / Triple camera 3X ISP; AI Face Detection; HW depth engine; AINR; Single-Cam/Dual-Cam Bokeh; Hardware Warping Engine (EIS); Rolling Shutter Compensation (RSC) engine; MEMA 3DNR; Multi-Frame Noise reduction;	24MP+16MP, 64MP / Quad camera 3X ISP; AI Face Detection; HW depth engine; AINR; Single-Cam/Dual-Cam Bokeh; Hardware Warping Engine (EIS); Rolling Shutter Compensation (RSC) engine; MEMA 3DNR; Multi-Frame Noise reduction;
Display	2520 x 1080 (Full HD+) at 21:9 60Hz	2520 x 1080 (Full HD+) at 21:9 90Hz
Video Decode / Video Encode	2160p (2160 x 1080), h.264, h.265 / HEVC 4K 30fps, FHD 120fps, HD 240fps	2160p (2160 x 1080), h.264, h.265 / HEVC 4K 30fps, FHD 120fps, HD 240fps
Graphics	ARM Mali G76 3EEMC4 @ 720MHz	ARM Mali G76 3EEMC4 @ 800MHz
Modem	Cat-12 DL / Cat-13 UL, 4X4 MIMO, 3XCA, 256QAM, TAS 2.0, HPUE, IMS (VoLTE\ViLTE\WoWi-Fi), eMBMS, Dual 4G VoLTE (DSDS), Band 71
Connectivity	Integrated Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 (a/b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS + Glonass + Beidou + Galileo, FM radio
Others	Intelligent Dual Mic Wake-up/ Single Wake-up word	Intelligent Dual Mic Wake-up/ Dual Wake-up word

[Note: The specs listed above are the highest that the chipsets are capable of supporting and not the specs of any particular smartphonee incorportating them.]
In addition, MediaTek also introduced HyperEngine technology which helps in boosting game performance on the smartphones. The key benefits of the technology are as follows:

Intelligent Network Prediction: The chipset is able to track any sort of degradation in the Wi-Fi signal. As soon as, it identifies such a scenario, the data connection is rapidly switched to LTE network. According to the company, Helio chipsets can switch networks in milliseconds that provides for a smooth gaming experience without any hiccups.
Dual Wi-Fi Connections: Smartphones incorporating the Helio G90 or Helio G90T chipset can simultaneously connect to two different Wi-Fi bands (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) or two entirely different routers to provide faster download speeds and low latency while playing games.
Call & Data Concurrency: As the name suggests, mobile data can continuously be used even while making or receiving a phone call. Therefore, if a user gets a phone call while playing an online game, the game will continue running interrupted without any difference in the server.
Intelligent Resource Management: With the help of AI, devices can smartly manage resources like CPU, GPU and battery to churn out maximum performance or battery backup depending on the needs of the user.

Noteworthy, following the unveiling of the chipsets, Xiaomi India CEO, Manu Kumar Jain stepped on the stage and affirmed that the company is already developing a smartphone that incorporates the chipset. Also, Xiaomi had previously announced that it will soon launch a smartphone with a 64 MP camera and looking at the MediaTek Helio G90T’s spec sheet, we believe it is the same handset that Xiaomi had previously referred to.

Even though not many details about the Xiaomi smartphone are currently available but it is assumed that the device will be priced in the Rs 15,000 and Rs 20,000 price bracket or maybe slightly higher.

Also Read: Xiaomi Launches Redmi K20 Pro In Summer Honey White Colour In China

We believe this could be the second-gen Poco i.e the highly anticipated Poco F2 or a handset in an entirely different lineup that could possibly be called Redmi G1 or Xiaomi G1.

All in all, nothing has been set in the stone as of now. In order to get, more details about smartphones incorporating the chipset, we will have to wait patiently until either MediaTek or smartphone OEMs provide concrete information.

July 30, 2019

Author: Sahil Kapoor

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