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  • Huawei P30 Pro Smartphone With Periscope Camera Launched In India

    Huawei P30 Pro Smartphone With Periscope Camera Launched In India

    At an event today, the second largest smartphone operator in the world, Huawei launched its flagship device, the P30 Pro in the Indian market. The handset was launched last month in Paris and has some industry-first features. The newly launched device succeeds the Huawei P20 Pro which was launched last year. Notably, the P series by the company is targeted towards photography enthusiasts.

    Pricing & Availability

    The Huawei P30 Pro is the most expensive smartphone from the company to be launched in India. It has 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of inbuilt storage and is priced at Rs 71,990. Remarkably, the company is offering the Huawei Watch GT along with it for an extra Rs 2,000. Noteworthy, the aforementioned smart watch usually retails for a price of Rs 15,990. The smartphone will be available for purchase from the 15th of April via Amazon India online store and select offline retail outlets.

    Huawei P30 Pro

    To recall, the Huawei P30 Pro features a similar design to the Huawei P20 Pro. It has a significantly large 6.47 inch OLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. Unlike the regular P30, the display edges are tapered to the sides, similar to the ones seen in the Mate 20 Pro. For safely and rapidly unlocking the handset, it has an in-display fingerprint scanner and support for face unlock technology.

    The Huawei P30 Pro runs on the 7nm Kirin 980 chipset, which has an Octa-core CPU and the Mali G76 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has a quad rear camera module comprising of an f/1.6 aperture equipped 40MP primary sensor, an f/2.2 aperture equipped 20MP ultra-wide sensor, a third f/3.4 aperture equipped 8MP periscopic telephoto lens with an f/3.4 aperture and a fourth ToF (Time of flight) sensor. The periscopic lens provides lossless 5x zoom capability, which is the highest amongst any smartphones right now. For selfies, it has a 32MP front camera housed in the notch up front. 

    Also read: Samsung May Launch Four Galaxy Note 10 Variants This Year

    The P30 Pro is powered by a large 4,200 mAh battery, which supports Huawei’s 40W SuperCharge Wired Charging. The device also supports Reverse wireless charging. Moreover, it is IP68 dust and water resistant. 

  • Snapchat Releases A Rebuilt Android App Promising Faster Performance

    Snapchat Releases A Rebuilt Android App Promising Faster Performance

    Snapchat, a popular multimedia messaging platform has faced its fair share of problems previously. The Android version of its application has always been complained about not being on par with the performance of its iOS counterpart. While the app was fairly stable and easy to work with on the latter, the former faced a lot of lags and continuous slowdowns which resulted in a sub-par experience. The company has freshly announced a new, rebuilt version of its Android application which promises a more refined, lag-free user experience. 

    Snapchat’s New Android App

    The new Snapchat app for Android OS is a complete overhaul of the platform. However, it doesn’t bring any drastic visual changes to the table but instead relies on fixing the problems it faced on the inside. Notably, the Android and iOS versions of the messaging platform were identical visually and feature little to no differences in terms of controls and usability. The issues that users faced, as mentioned above were mainly performance related, which Snapchat claims will be fixed with the new update, and bring it on par with the iOS version. Interestingly, previous issues with fixing the Android app according to the company was the diverse range of devices that the platform boasted of, with each running on different internals and sporting differently sized displays. This made optimisation difficult for each device.

    Also Read: Best Fitness Trackers Available In India Under Rs. 3,000

    Another issue that the users faced previously was the disparity between feature distributions. While the iOS app received new features including filters and menu options right as they were announced, it took weeks and sometimes even months until the said feature made its way to the green side. The company has said that in future, the Android version may even get features faster than its iOS counterpart. Previously, due to the aforementioned issues, users of Snapchat on Android were reported to switch to rival platforms like Instagram, which caused a substantial dent in the company’s revenue last year.

  • Best Fitness Trackers Available In India Under Rs. 3,000

    Best Fitness Trackers Available In India Under Rs. 3,000

    Fitness has become an important factor for most people in today’s day and age. Because of this, the trend of fitness trackers has increased drastically over the past few years. If you’re in the market to buy a good smart wearable for tracking your fitness needs, the existing options can be daunting, to say the least. To make the choice easier, we have compiled a list of best fitness trackers that are available in India under the Rs. 3,000 price bracket.

    Mi Band 3

    Xiaomi is undoubtedly one of the most well-known brands when it is about affordable electronics. The Mi Band 3 is one of the best fitness trackers for the price. It has an 0.78-inch OLED touchscreen, a heart rate sensor and pedometer on board. Furthermore, the smart band has 5ATM water resistance, support notifications from a smartphone and has a claimed battery life of up to 20 days. With all the above features, the Mi Band 3 is available at a very competitive price, which makes it a very viable option.

    Lenovo HW01

    The Lenovo HW01 smart band is a great option for anyone looking for a good fitness wearable under Rs. 3,000. It has a heart rate sensor, step counter and an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance. The smart band is for people who are looking for bare essentials and has a claimed battery life of 10 days on a single charge. 

    Noise ColorFit Pro

    The ColorFit Pro is one of the best looking smart wearables in the price range. Retailing for just under Rs, 3,000, it has a 1.22 inch LCD display and the body is built out of metal. While having the looks of a traditional smartwatch, it has the features of a smart band too. These include a heart rate sensor, blood oxygen levels and a sleep tracker. The company claims a battery life of 3 days with normal usage. Furthermore, there is support for notifications and a remote camera button. With a plethora of features and bigger than usual display, the Noise Colorfit Pro is one of the best fitness trackers for the price.

    Honor Band 4

    Honor Band 4 is another great option for people looking to buy a fitness band under Rs. 3,000. It has a 0.95 inch AMOLED display which also supports touch input. Like many traditional wearables, it has a heart rate monitor, a sleep tracker and 5ATM rating for water resistance. The smart band also supports intense sports activity tracking. These include running, cycling, pool swim and training. With the swarm of features, Honor Band 4 is a great option for people who take fitness seriously.

    Fastrack Reflex 2.0

    Also read: Apple Watch Saves Another 23-Year Old’s Life

    Fastrack is a known brand in making affordable products for the younger generation. The Reflex 2.0 is an example of the company’s efforts in the smart wearable segment. It features a display with a touch button which allows you to scroll between the different menus. For fitness tracking, there is support for step tracking and the band measures the calories burned. What’s more, the wearable has a battery life of up to 10 days on a single charge. The Fastrack Reflex 2.0 is thus one of the best options for people looking for a good smart band under Rs. 3,000.

  • Samsung Galaxy A70

    Samsung Galaxy A70

    Samsung Galaxy A70 is the latest entrant in the company’s ever-growing lineup of smartphones in the Galaxy A series. It features a massive 6.7 inch AMOLED display and a gradient ‘Glasstic’ back panel. Also, present on the device is an in display fingerprint scanner and triple rear cameras. It is targeted towards mid-range buyers with a focus on photography and design.

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  • Samsung Launches New Range Of Smart TVs In India, Price Starts At Rs. 24,900

    Samsung Launches New Range Of Smart TVs In India, Price Starts At Rs. 24,900

    Samsung on Monday launched a range of smart televisions for the Indian market. These new devices are manufactured locally and vary in sizes from 32 inches to 82 inches. While these are not the first range of smart TVs by the company to be available in India, they are claimed to have some industry-first features. All the new products have been launched in a new range called ‘Unbox Magic Series’.

    Samsung Smart TVs

    The newest members of Samsung’s smart TV lineup are claimed to offer superior colours, details and contrast levels. Among the plethora of features these devices share, the first one is a personal computer mode. This lets the user utilise the televisions as a computer, using popular services such as making word or powerpoint files through the cloud. An option of mirroring one’s laptop with the TV without any internet connection is also provided. The second feature utilizes several visual elements which are highlighted while playing music from certain applications.

    One more feature of the new Samsung smart televisions is the ability to create local cloud storage. With the USB drive attached to the TV, users can back up their media wirelessly, without an internet connection. This is expected to save storage space in the smartphone as the data is automatically backed up whenever the mobile device is in close proximity to the TV. Other features of the smart TV include a live casting feature, which will help share media over the internet in real time; and a simultaneous two way syncing between the TV and the mobile device. Also included is the company’s Smart Hub, which curates content across different sources and displays them on the screen.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Nubia Alpha Foldable Smartwatch Launched In China

    While Samsung has announced smart televisions with the aforementioned features, more details about the devices are still awaited. It is expected to be made available starting April 11 via the major online and offline retailers. The 32 inch TV will be available at a price of Rs 24,900 and the prices of other models will be announced soon.

  • Nubia Alpha Foldable Smartwatch Launched In China

    Nubia Alpha Foldable Smartwatch Launched In China

    Chinese smartphone maker Nubia announced its Alpha wearable at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona in the month of February. It is the world’s first foldable smart wearable and was first shown off at the IFA last year. The company has freshly made the Nubia Alpha official in its home country, China.

    Nubia Alpha

    In terms of specifications, the Nubia Alpha has a 4 inch flexible OLED display which is produced in collaboration with Visionox; a known maker of OLED displays. The screen has a resolution of 960 x 192 px and a pixel density of 245 ppi. According to the company, the display has been tested for durability and should be good for at least 1,00,000 bends. The device is made out of stainless steel and has two buttons on the right side and the sensors housed up front. Unlike most smartwatches, it has a camera built-in. There is a 5MP f/2.2 sensor for taking selfies and making video calls from the device. 

    Under the hood, the Nubia Alpha has been kitted with a 28nm Snapdragon Wear 2100 SoC. The chipset has a Quad-core CPU and Adreno 304 GPU. Notably, the processor was released in 2016 and since has been succeeded by the new Snapdragon Wear 3100. The device features 1GB of RAM and 8GB of onboard storage. It also has an IP67 rating for protection against water and dust.

    The Nubia Alpha is powered by a 500mAh battery, which the company claims can last up to two days depending on its usage. It has features like fitness tracking, mobile payments, and voice calls either through its built-in speaker or a connected Bluetooth headset. The smartwatch also has gesture controls. These will allow the user to scroll the content on the display in all four directions by waving a finger over the front-facing camera.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Lenovo Z6 Pro To Be Launched With The Snapdragon 855 Chipset

    The Nubia Alpha will be exclusive to the Chinese market for the time being. While it will be announced in certain other European and Asian markets, the Chinese market will be the only one which will get the eSIM variant. The version with eSIM support is priced at CNY 3499  (Rs. 36,300). There is also a variant with 18K Gold with a price of CNY 4499 (Rs. 46,600). It will be available starting the 10th of April in China. 

  • Honor 20 Pro Specifications Leaked, To Have A Triple Camera Setup

    Honor 20 Pro Specifications Leaked, To Have A Triple Camera Setup

    Honor, a subsidiary of Huawei launched its current flagship smartphone, the Honor 10 last year. The device offered top tier specifications at a lower price than the competition. Fresh leaks suggest the company is planning to launch a new flagship smartphone reportedly called the Honor 20 Pro which might launch soon. In addition to the Pro variant, the company is also assumed to launch a standard variant of the Honor 20 which was leaked previously. 

    Honor 20 Pro

    The Honor 20 Pro will be the newest flagship smartphone by the company. It is expected to have the same design language as its predecessor, complete with glass on the front and back with a metal chassis. The leak reveals it will have a 6.1 inch OLED display with a FullHD+ resolution. To keep the screen to body ratio as high as possible, the device will have a waterdrop notch on the top of the display. For biometrics and security, the handset will have an in-display fingerprint sensor with support for face unlock technology.

    The leak further insinuates Honor 20 Pro will be kitted with the 7nm Kirin 980 SoC. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and Mali G76 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone will have a triple rear camera setup. It will consist of a 48MP sensor, combined with a 20MP ultra-wide angle sensor and an 8MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, the device will have a 32MP camera housed in the notch on the top of the display. In terms of memory and storage, the Honor 20 Pro will be available in the following variants.

    • 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 256GB ROM

    The Honor 20 Pro will be powered by a 3650mAh battery with support for 22.5W fast charging. For enhanced gaming and CPU performance, the smartphone will support the company’s CPU/GPU Turbo technology. 

    Pricing & Availability
    Honor View 20

    Also read: Xiaomi To Soon Launch An Affordable 4K 50 Inch TV In India

    The latest leak of the Honor 20 Pro claims it may be launched on the 25th of April. Pricing of the smartphone will start at CNY 2999 (Rs. 31,000) for the version with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The variant with 8GB of RAM and 128GB onboard memory will cost CNY 3399 (Rs. 35,200). Top end variant of the device with 8GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage will retail at CNY 3799 (Rs. 39,400).

  • Galaxy S10 Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor Hacked Using 3D Printing

    Galaxy S10 Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor Hacked Using 3D Printing

    Samsung launched the Galaxy S10 lineup of smartphones at an event in February. The devices that were announced include the Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10 5G and Galaxy S10e. While the latter used a physical, side mounted fingerprint sensor for unlocking the device, the former three have a new technology onboard. They use an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner made by chipmaker Qualcomm and are the first devices in the world to do so. While Samsung claimed the technology is secure than most fingerprint sensors in the market, fresh reports say otherwise. A user who goes by the name ‘darkshark’ on multimedia sharing website Imgur revealed the ultrasonic fingerprint scanners can be fooled using 3D printing.

    How Does It Work?
    I attempted to fool the new Samsung Galaxy S10’s ultrasonic fingerprint scanner by using 3d printing. I succeeded.

    The video shared by the user shows a Galaxy S10+ being unlocked using the aforementioned method. A 3D printed fingerprint is kept in front of the smartphone with the user pressing down on it while wearing gloves unlocks the device with ease. In an explanation of how he achieved that, the post read that the user took a photograph of his fingerprint on the side of a glass using a smartphone. Then he increased certain aspects of the image like increasing the contrast and creating an alpha mask using Photoshop software. Using another software, 3Ds Max he then created a 3D model of the fingerprint and then printed it using a 3D printer.

    Also read: Ten Legendary Games That Changed Gaming Forever

    According to the user, 3D printing the fingerprint took them around 13 minutes. The video was shared as a warning for users of the Galaxy S10. The post also reads that it is possible to imitate a fingerprint from across a room using a DSLR camera with a long focal length. This process is claimed to take only 3 minutes, which can be hazardous for users, as most of their account details and personal information can be accessed as a result. It is also not the very first-time biometric security has been fooled on a smartphone. A similar case occurred with the iPhone X when a 3D face was used to unlock the device via the FaceID technology. 

  • Interesting Facts About PUBG That You Probably Did Not Know

    Interesting Facts About PUBG That You Probably Did Not Know

    PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds or PUBG has become a worldwide sensation since its launch in the year 2017. The game has seen an exponential amount of exposure which further increased when it was announced for smartphones. PUBG Mobile was launched last year for iOS and Android devices and has since transcended into a pop culture icon. But despite being so popular, some interesting facts about the game are still a mystery. So here are interesting facts about PUBG that even most hardcore fans don’t know.

    Creator of PUBG
    Brendan Greene

    We all know the game, but do we know the man behind it? Brendan Greene is credited as the creator of PUBG. The Irish born game developer got the idea of the game after reading the Hunger Games books. It is said Greene did not know anything about programming and learning it in order to develop the game. In recent news, Greene has said that the sequel to the game, purportedly PUBG 2 is not in the schedule and might never get released as he is done with Battle Royale as a whole.

    The Reason Behind The Name

    The full form of PUBG is PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds as mentioned above. The name is pretty weird and not exactly relevant, and there is a good reason behind it. It is because the creator of the game Brendan Greene was also an avid gamer, and the name he used for his player in the games he played was Player Unknown. All of it makes so much more sense now.

    The Rarest Item In The Game

    The Virtual Red Bandana is one of the rarest items in PUBG. When the game was launched in 2017, the pre-orders were bundled with the item and was available in loot boxes. After a while, the boxes stopped or rarely featured the bandana so its rarity increased manifolds. Kotaku reported the same year that a user bought the in-game item for as high as US$ 1000 (Rs. 69,000). 

    Most Simultaneously Played Game

    PUBG holds the world record for the most simultaneously played game of all time. In December 2017, the game hit 3,106,358 people playing the game simultaneously. Interestingly, the game broke its own record it made in September the same year. Even today, PUBG is in the top five most played game by current count.

    Winner Winner Chicken Dinner

    We all crave for the phrase “Winner Winner Chicken Dinner’ to appear on our screens, announcing our triumph in PUBG. But the phrase wasn’t invented by the game or its creator. It is said during the great depression, a period in the 1930s of economic crisis when people used to gamble. If they played with money and won, they could afford a chicken for dinner. With time, the phrase caught on and became what it is today. Fortunately, we don’t have to gamble to get the chicken dinner for ourselves.

    How Erangel Got Its Name

    Erangel is the most recognised and the primary map in PUBG. But does the name mean anything or is it just fictionary? The name Erangel was inspired by the creator Brendan Greene’s daughter Eryn. So combining ‘Eryn’ with ‘Angel’ gives us one of the most recognisable places by any gamer who has played PUBG.

    Bots In PUBG Mobile

    If you’ve been playing PUBG Mobile for a while now, you would know that the game has bots in places. They are AI generated players that are purposely bad at shooting. But why introduce them in the first place when there is no lack of players in the game? It is said to ease new players to the game, they are made to play in a game with mostly or all bots. This is said to be done until level 10. It is subjective, but many people still think bots ruin the intense, action-packed gaming experience that it so promises.

    PUBG Advertisements

    The parent company of PUBG for PC and consoles, Bluehole corporation didn’t spend any money on advertising the game. It is claimed to be because the word of mouth was so strong that they didn’t need to. On the other hand, PUBG Mobile is one of the first mobile games to have its advertisements broadcasted on television in India. This should give you an idea of how popular the game really is.

    Pochinki Is Real!
    Real Life Pochinki In Russia

    If you’ve played the Erangel map in PUBG enough, there is no need to introduce what Pochinki is. The location on the map has become famous due to it being in the middle and having good hiding spots. But did you know there are several rural localities in Russia named Pochinki? And that Yasnaya Polyana, another famous spot on the map is a writer’s house museum, and also the former house of famous author Leo Tolstoy. Guess there is more to reality than is to fiction in PUBG.

    PUBG Can Ban You For 100 Years!

    Also read: Top Five Free Photo Editing Apps For Android Smartphones

    Cheating is never tolerated anywhere in the world. PUBG is the same, as many people, who allegedly cheated in the game have been banned for as much as a 100 years! According to the company, cheating is defined as using inappropriate programs, bug abuse, etc and can result in a permanent ban. So if you get banned for 100 years, make sure your grandchild takes home the chicken dinner for you.

  • Top Five Free Photo Editing Apps For Android Smartphones

    Top Five Free Photo Editing Apps For Android Smartphones

    Smartphone cameras have developed drastically over the past few years. What was once a secondary, optional camera option for most, has now become the primary shooter for many people. But even the best images can need a bit of touching up to make them look better. If you’re using an Android smartphone, the choices of which Photo editor to choose can be overwhelming, with so many options around. We have compiled a list of the five best photo editing applications available on Android.

    Snapseed

    Google’s photo editing app for Google’s Operating System. There are many reasons why Snapseed is a great and powerful editing tool. The application is simple to use, the UI is minimalistic and good looking. What’s more, the AI capabilities of the app is unmatched, with options like changing perspective and adding background blur. Snapseed is completely free to download and use and does not offer any in-app purchases or annoying ads. You can download Snapseed from here.

    Pixlr

    Another great option if looking for powerful photo editors on Android. While it is free to download, users looking for more options can buy certain elements like frames and effects for a fee. However, most of the tools are free and do a great job of giving users the results they might be looking for. The biggest selling point of the app is the crazy 25 photos in one collage feature; with a variety of layouts, backgrounds and spacing between the images. You can check out the app on Google Play by clicking here.

    Adobe Photoshop Express

    Adobe Photoshop is already a well-known name when it is about photo editing softwares on PC. The Photoshop Express app for smartphones might not be as powerful as its PC counterpart but is still useful in its own might. It is completely free to download and use and does not have any advertisements inside the application. The application has many worthy tools to edit images and can sync with other apps like Lightroom on the platform. Furthermore, users can sync with the cloud account and save their progress. Interested users can check out the app here.

    Fotor Photo Editor

    The clever wordplay in the name aside, Fotor is a great photo editing application in its own might. Also an image licensing platform on the side, the app features a scrollable feed, quite like Instagram where the artists can showcase their work. They also can license their work through Pxbee, a stock photo licensing platform and use it to make money. This doesn’t mean the photo editing tools doesn’t have many tools inside. Offering more than 300 photo effects and some professional grade editing tools, Fotor is one of the best free to download apps available for smartphones. Interested users can check Fotor by going on the link here.

    PicsArt Photo Studio

    Also read: Google Store Accidentally Leaks The Upcoming Pixel 3a Smartphone Duo

    Another popular application when looking in the market for great photo editors is PicsArt Photo Studio. Claimed to be installed over 500 million times on smartphones, it is one of the most popular softwares around. The app features over 3000 tools to edit images according to one’s needs. While it is completely free to download, there are certain in-app purchases and advertisements inside the app itself. If you want to check out PicsArt on Google Play, you can do that by going on the link here.

  • Five Best Free Android Games For The Month Of April

    Five Best Free Android Games For The Month Of April

    Google Play Store on the Android OS is filled with an enormous amount of games. All these games are divided into different genres and most of them are free to download. But for a casual gamer, searching the vast collection for the right game is hard. We have compiled a list from different genres to help make this choice easier. Here are the top five Android games that are free to download for the month of April.

    Soul Knight

    Play in randomly generated dungeons in which the character has to cut down an army of monstrous minions. The game boasts of an over the top gameplay along with some unique heroes, each with their own ability. It is completely free to download and play, but some items in the game require real money to purchase. The game is also completely offline, so it can be played without any internet connectivity whatsoever. You can check out the app on Google Play by clicking here.

    Snail Ride

    The main protagonist of the game is a snail, which moves across a twisting stem. The player needs to tap on either side to switch the direction of the snail while avoiding obstacles such as angry ladybugs and thorns. While the speed of the game increases increasingly, it becomes difficult to play. Snail Ride is a new endless runner which aims at appealing to kids with its colourful graphics. The game is free to download and play, however, some items require real money to purchase. You can check out the app on Google Play by clicking here.

    Zombs Royale

    If PUBG style Battle Royale games are your thing, and you are looking for a new game to play in the genre, Zombs Royale may be perfect for you. Featuring a 2D, 100 player Battle Royale, the game offers a Solo, Duo or a Squad mode to play. Some weekend only events in the game offer challenges such as a 50-person team and zombie hordes. The game is completely free to download and play but has items that can be bought for real money. You can check out the app on Google Play by clicking here.

    Space Marshals 2

    Space Marshals 2 offers players tactical combat and stealth action in outer space. The game is a sequel to Space Marshals and continues the Sci-fi wild west adventure in outer space. Various features of the game include HD graphics, over 70 different weapons and a dual stick control option. The game is free to play and all the levels are available for free but there is an option for in-app purchases for certain aspects of the game. Although the game is heavy in size, weighing in around 689MB, it can completely be played offline. Interested users can check out the app on Google Play by clicking here.

    Hello Yogurt

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    In the game, the players need to travel throughout the human digestive system in order to deliver the lactobacillus bacteria to the intestine. This wacky concept is explored fully in the game. There are 35 different levels to choose where to play. The game is completely free to download and play but real money can be spent in order to buy a ‘skip ticket’. You can check out the app on Google Play by clicking here.

  • Google Store Accidentally Leaks The Upcoming Pixel 3a Smartphone Duo

    Google Store Accidentally Leaks The Upcoming Pixel 3a Smartphone Duo

    It has been leaked time and again that Google will release a watered down version of its Pixel 3 smartphones this year. The devices were allegedly called Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL. While there was no official confirmation from the company about the same, that changes now. Fresh listing on Google’s website lists the Pixel 3a lineup. This suggests the handsets are closer to launch than ever.

    Pixel 3a/3a XL

    The Pixel 3a lineup will be Googles mid-range offering. The smartphones have been previously leaked to sport a design that is reminiscent of their elder siblings. However, the material of choice is expected to be polycarbonate instead of metal and glass on the Pixel 3 & 3 XL. The front is expected to sport a 5.6-inch OLED display on the Pixel 3a while the Pixel 3a XL will have a 6 inch OLED display. For biometrics and security, the devices will have a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.

    Google Pixel 3XL

    Under the hood, the Pixel 3a and 3a XL are expected to be kitted with the 10nm Snapdragon 670 SoC. The chipset has an Octa-core processor and Adreno 612 GPU. For optics, a 12 MP rear camera is expected in both the smartphones, while the front snapper will be of 8MP resolution. In terms of memory and storage, the devices are expected to have 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of onboard storage.

    Past leaks suggest that the Pixel 3a smartphone duo will be powered by a 3000mAh battery with support for fast charging. Being Pixel devices, they are expected to run on the current Android 9 Pie with a stock interface and receive fast software updates. The leaked images also confirm the presence of a 3.5mm headphone jack on at least one of the two devices.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Xiaomi Cuts Off Support For Older Redmi Smartphones

    It was earlier rumoured the company will launch the Pixel 3a smartphone duo at Google I/O next month. However, their listing on the official Google store suggests their launch is imminent. Reportedly the Pixel 3a will start at Rs. 35,000 while the Pixel 3a XL will start at Rs. 40,000

  • Samsung Launches The Galaxy A20 In India

    Samsung Launches The Galaxy A20 In India

    Samsung has launched a new member in the Galaxy A series of smartphones, the Galaxy A20 in India. The device joins the previously launched Galaxy A10, Galaxy A30 and Galaxy A50 in the country. Interestingly, while the latter three handsets have already been launched in India in February, the Galaxy A20 was first launched last month in Russia.

    Galaxy A20: Design & Features

    The Galaxy A20 features a polycarbonate body with a similar design language to the Galaxy A10 and the Galaxy A30. While the front of the smartphone resembles the former handset, the back is similar to the latter. The device measures 158.4 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm and has a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1560 x 720 px. The front has minimal bezels all around the display with a small Infinity-V style waterdrop notch on top. The rear of the smartphone houses a fingerprint sensor which allows it to securely unlocked. Additionally, it also supports face unlock technology.

    Under the hood, the Galaxy A20 is kitted with the Exynos 7884 SoC which consists of an Octa-core CPU. The device has a dual rear camera setup comprised of an f/1.9 aperture equipped 13MP sensor and an f/2.2 aperture equipped 5MP sensor. For selfies, it has an f/2.0 aperture equipped 8MP camera housed in the notch on top of the display. The smartphone is available with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage which is further expandable by up to 512GB with microSD support.

    The Galaxy A20 is powered by a 4000mAh battery, which is an upgrade over the 3400mAh found on the Galaxy A10. It supports 15W fast charging via the bottom mounted USB Type-C port. The smartphone runs on the latest OneUI on top of the current Android 9 Pie. It will be available in three colours namely Black, Blue and Red.

    Pricing & Availability

     

    Also read: Apple iPhone XI Middle Frame Leaks, Shows Triple Camera Cutout

    The Galaxy A20 has been launched in India for the price of Rs. 12,490 and will go on sale starting April 10. The smartphone will be available from all the major online and offline carriers.

  • Galaxy A90 Specifications Leak Online, Reveals Triple Camera Setup

    Galaxy A90 Specifications Leak Online, Reveals Triple Camera Setup

    Samsung is expected to launch three new smartphones under the Galaxy A lineup on April 10. The highlight of the event will be the alleged Galaxy A90. According to previous leaks and speculations, it will have a bezel less screen with no notch or hole punch in sight. In a fresh leak on Chinese social networking website Weibo, a user has listed what could be the specifications of the upcoming Galaxy A90. The leak claims the smartphone will be launched as the A80 in China.

    Galaxy A90

    The leak claims the design of the Galaxy A90 will provide users with a refreshing feeling when held. According to the post, it will measure 76.5 x 165.0 x 9.0mm and will weigh 219g. The smartphone features a 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 px. As mentioned above, there will be minimal to no bezels around the display. Samsung is expected to use a New Infinity display for the device. For biometrics and security, the handset will have an in-display fingerprint sensor.

    The leak alleges Galaxy A90 runs on the Snapdragon 7150 Octa-core SoC. This chipset is unannounced as of yet and is speculated to be an upgrade over the Snapdragon 710/712. The highlight of the smartphone is expected to be its camera mechanism. It will feature a triple camera setup, consisting of an f/2.0 aperture equipped 48MP sensor; combined with an f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP sensor and a tertiary Time of Flight (ToF) sensor. The camera adopts a pop-up, rotary design which will let it capture images from the front and the back.

    Also read: Lenovo Launches The K6 Enjoy With Triple Rear Cameras

    In terms of battery, the Galaxy A90 is expected to be powered by a 3700mAh cell with support for 25W fast charging. Furthermore, the smartphone will also feature a new technology for the company. It will forego the traditional earpiece and rely on bone conduction to produce sound from the handset’s screen. While the pricing of the device is not known, it is expected to be priced below Rs. 30,000.

  • Lenovo Launches The K6 Enjoy With Triple Rear Cameras

    Lenovo Launches The K6 Enjoy With Triple Rear Cameras

    Chinese smartphone maker, Lenovo has launched its latest smartphone, the K6 Enjoy in China. The device is a part of the company’s K6 lineup which was launched back in the year 2016. It has been targeted towards the budget segment and promises to offer competitive specifications at an affordable price.

    Lenovo K6 Enjoy

    The K6 Enjoy has a design similar to the Z5s launched last year, complete with glass on the front and back. It measures 156.4 x 75 x 7.99mm and weighs 161g. The front of the smartphone is dominated by a 6.22 inch IPS display with a resolution of 1520 x 720. To ensure the device has a high screen to body ratio, there is a waterdrop notch on the top of the display. For biometrics and security, the handset has a rear mounted fingerprint sensor with support for face unlock technology.

    Under the hood, the Lenovo K6 Enjoy is kitted with a MediaTek Helio P22 Octa-core SoC. For optics, the smartphone has a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 12MP main sensor and an 8MP and a 5MP secondary and tertiary sensor respectively. For selfies, there is an 8MP camera housed in the notch on top of the display. In terms of memory and storage, the handset will be available in the following variants.

    • 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
    • 4GB RAM and 128GB ROM

    The Lenovo K6 Enjoy is powered by a 3300mAh battery with support for 10W charging via a USB Type-C port. Furthermore, the smartphone supports memory expansion of up to 256GB via microSD. The device will be available in two colours, namely Blue and Black.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Samsung Starts Manufacturing Its 5G Modem For Smartphones

    The Lenovo K6 Enjoy has been priced starting CNY 1398 (INR 14,400) for the base variant. It will be available via flash sales starting April 5. Unfortunately, the company hasn’t announced when it will be available in the Indian market.

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