Huawei P30 is the latest smartphone from the Chinese electronics giant. It features a modern design, complete with an all-glass body and a waterdrop notch. The device features an attractive gradient design on the back which gives it a unique look. In terms of specifications, the Huawei P30 has competitive hardware as it features the 7nm Kirin 980 SoC and 6GB of RAM.
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With the increasing cases of privacy breaches and password leaks, it is important to stay secure in today’s day and age. However, with different usernames and passwords required on major web services, it can often get confusing to remember them all. In a bid to make that easier, Mozilla Corporation, best known for its popular Firefox web browser has launched Firefox Lockbox password manager for Android devices.
The Firefox Lockbox is a password managing application that was launched for iOS devices last year. Like the Firefox Send launched a while ago, it is also based on the company’s Test Pilot system. It was an initiative to test a feature or an add-on to the Firefox browser before the tangible release. The latest application claims to be different than traditional password managers in a way that Firefox Lockbox uses the passwords already saved in the desktop Firefox browser. The app syncs the said usernames and passwords with the help of a Firefox account. Unlike the said password managers though, it does not give the option to generate a secure password.
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Unfortunately, the Firefox Lockbox application does not allow manual entries of the account details. To save new account information, users will need to login to the web service from the desktop browser, save the details there and then it will automatically sync to their devices. For filling in the details easier, the autofill option can be enabled in the settings. The app uses 256 Bit encryption method to safely secure the details and supports the device’s fingerprint scanners and FaceID system for secure access to the software. The software is completely free to download and use on Android and iOS and the application weighs around 41Mb on Android. Interested users can visit the link here to download.
After countless speculations and leaks, popular instant messaging application WhatsApp has started testing out the highly anticipated dark mode for Android. This feature has limited availability and was spotted in the Beta build of the software. Leaked screenshots reveal how the alleged dark mode will look like in WhatsApp.
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NOTE: The Dark Mode is not available yet and it will be available in future.
The leaked screenshot of the WhatsApp dark mode feature has been claimed to be of the version 2.19.82 of the software. Even though the feature is live, many Beta users have claimed that the feature is not available on their devices. A few weeks ago, it was reported WhatsApp is redesigning the settings page of the Android app. It has since been insinuated it was done to ensure compatibility with the new feature.
The dark mode feature that has been leaked on WhatsApp for Android is currently only available in the settings menu. There have been reports that the chat window will retain its signature green accent colour for the foreseeable future. It is been speculated that the developers are trying to incorporate a better, darker version of the already existing chat window. The dark mode feature is expected to be rolled out in the following weeks in the stable version of the software.
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The dark mode feature has been included by many developers and manufacturers in their software lately. This is because it supposedly helps in saving battery life on OLED displays because the darker areas of the screen require little to no pixels to light up. It also helps in reducing the strain on the user’s eyes in dark environments. However, instead of a solid black colour, the dark mode of WhatsApp on Android is more of greyscale in nature. This will help in reducing the eye strain but might not be of much help in increasing the battery life of the smartphone.
Samsung has changed its strategy for smartphones drastically in the year 2019. It was earlier known for launching devices with humble specifications at a ludicrous price tag. The latest Galaxy M and Galaxy A series showcase this change perfectly. The company, in a bid to compete with the increasing stronghold of Chinese smartphone OEMs in countries like India, has been very aggressive lately with their handsets. A few days ago, a leaked image revealed that it is working on an Android Go smartphone, purportedly the Galaxy A2 Core. Fresh leak reveals that it has been granted Bluetooth certification which suggests the launch of the device is imminent.
Smartphones under the Android Go initiative generally offer low-end specifications and usually have 1GB or less of RAM. A lighter version of the Android Operating System is installed on the devices which ensures that they last longer and run smoother for a longer period of time.
The Samsung Galaxy A2 Core will be the second Android Go device from the company, the first one being the Galaxy J2 Core. A few days ago, a known tipster leaked the images of the device. The Bluetooth certification listing reveals a few model numbers of the smartphone on the official website of the Bluetooth certification organization. Model numbers mentioned in the listing were SM-A260F, SM-A260F_DS, SM-A260G, and SM-A260G_DS; which insinuates different variants of the upcoming Galaxy A2 Core in global markets. The listing confirms the smartphone will support Bluetooth 4.2 Low Energy (LE).
While the leak doesn’t mention any specifications of the Galaxy A2 Core, a recent listing on CPU benchmarking website Geekbench revealed key specifications of the Galaxy A2 Core. The device runs Android 8.1 Oreo Go edition out of the box and is expected to feature Samsung’s Experience UI on top.
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The Samsung Galaxy A2 Core runs on the 14nm Exynos 7870 SoC. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and Mali-T830 MP1 GPU. The smartphone will have 1GB of RAM and 8GB of onboard storage. The leaked listing suggests that the smartphone may be on its way to the retail market soon. Given Samsung’s aggressive stance on pricing lately, the expected price of the smartphone is Rs. 5,990.
Redmi separated from its parent company Xiaomi to exist as an independent brand back in the month of January. It also announced a while ago that a flagship smartphone from the Redmi brand will release this year. Fresh leaks on Chinese social networking website Weibo have revealed what the specifications of the aforementioned device may be and when it will launch. Unfortunately, it does not mention what the smartphone will be called.
According to the leak, the smartphone will be the most powerful Redmi has ever made. It will have an all-glass design similar to the Redmi Note 7 Pro, complete with a gradient back and Gorilla Glass 6 protection. It will have a 6.4 inch AMOLED display with a FullHD+ resolution and is expected to have minimal bezels on all sides with a waterdrop notch on the top. For biometrics and security, the device will have an in-display fingerprint scanner with support for face unlock technology.
The leak claims that the flagship smartphone from Redmi will run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, the device will have a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor like the Note 7 Pro; combined with an 8MP and a 13MP sensor. For selfies, it will have a 32MP sensor housed in the notch on top of the display. The smartphone will feature 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage for the base model.
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Reports further insinuate that the Redmi flagship will be powered by a 4000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging. It is expected to run on the latest MIUI 10 based on top of current Android 9 Pie. The leak reveals the device will be priced starting CNY 2499 (Rs. 25,600). It may be available starting the month of May in China with an India launch expected soon after.
Xiaomi has launched the updated Mi Notebook Air at an event in China today. The new notebook boasts of a lightweight design and updated specifications. It is the successor to the original Mi Notebook Air which was launched in December last year. Notably, the latest device weighs 1.07Kg, which is significantly lighter than the Apple MacBook Air from the yesteryear, which weighs 1.25Kg. The device has been launched in two different models.
The update to the Mi Notebook Air has been only on the hardware side. The device has been renewed to the latest Intel 8th Generation Processors. Both the models have a 12.5-inch display with a 1920 x 1080 px resolution. The design is similar to its predecessor, complete with a metal body and slim bezels around the display. There are speakers tuned Harman, which is a reputed brand in the audio department. Xiaomi claims that the battery backup on the device is better than the last generation and it can charge from 0 to 50 percent in 35 minutes.
The first model of the Mi Notebook Air runs on the Intel Core M3 processor which is coupled with 4GB of RAM and an option of either 128GB or 256GB of SATA SSD storage. The second variant has an 8th gen Intel Core i5 processor combined with 4GB of RAM and 256GB of SATA SSD storage. In terms of ports, the device features a USB Type-C port; combined with two USB Type-A ports and a headphone jack.
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The updated Mi Notebook Air for the year 2019 will be available in two colour options, namely Gold and Silver. The base variant with Intel Core M3, 4GB RAM and 128GB storage has been priced at CNY 3599 (Rs. 36,960). The model with Intel Core M3 processor, 4GB RAM and 256GB storage will cost CNY 3999 (Rs. 41,068). The top end variant with Intel Core i5 processor, 4GB RAM and 256GB storage has been priced at CNY 4299 (Rs. 44,149).
In a bid to launch a competitor to the highly successful GoPro action cameras, Sony launched the RX0 in 2017. Despite offering good features at a lucrative price, the device wasn’t very successful. The company has announced the successor to the camera. Called the RX0 II, it has new tricks up its sleeve and offers few innovative features.
According to Sony, the RX0 II is the world’s smallest 4K video camera. The action camera measure 59 x 40.5 x 35mm and weighs 132g. It has a rugged design and boasts of superior durability. It is certified to be waterproof up to 10 meters, is dustproof, shockproof and crush resistant up to 200kg of force. In terms of optics, there is a 15.3MP CMOS sensor combined with the company’s BIONZ X image processor which measures 1 inch. There is also a ZEISS Tessar T 24mm fixed wide angle lens with an aperture of f/4.0. The lens has a minimum focussing distance of 20cm.
The Sony RX0 II also has an LCD panel which can be tilted up to 180 degrees. The camera can record videos in 4K resolution and has an Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) for smoother footage which can also be used in handheld mode. There is slow motion recording support of up to 1,000fps. The action camera has a microphone jack for vlogging. Unlike most of its competitors, the RX0 II can capture still photos as well. Sony claims that the new update improves colour reproduction and adds an optional ‘Soft Skin Effect’ to refine the images. With the camera, there is an option for accessories like the VCT-SGR1 Shooting Grip for better grip and a bracket for mounting the camera.
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The Sony RX0 II will be available to purchase in the US and Australia starting the month of April. The camera has been priced at US$ 698 (Rs. 48,057). The additional kit comprising of the shooting grip and bracket will be sold separately from June this year with pricing to be announced soon.
Samsung launched the newest smartphones in its Galaxy A lineup, including the Galaxy A10, Galaxy A30 and Galaxy A50 last month. These devices showcased a new strategy by the company to regain the market share lost to the advent of Chinese smartphone OEMs. In a fresh announcement, the company has launched the latest member to the family, the Galaxy A70 with innovative features and modern design.
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is the elder sibling to the Galaxy A50. It features a similar design, complete with a ‘3D Glasstic’ gradient at the back. The front is dominated by a massive 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 px. There are minimal bezels all around the display and an Infinity-U style notch on the top. For biometrics and security, the smartphone has an in-display fingerprint scanner and support for face unlock technology.
The Samsung Galaxy A70 runs on a chipset which consists of an Octa-core CPU, out of which two cores have a clock speed of 2.0GHz and six are clocked at 1.7GHz. While the company hasn’t specified the details of the chipset, it is speculated to be the 10nm Snapdragon 670 which Samsung manufactures for Qualcomm. For optics, the smartphone has a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 32MP sensor with an f/1.7 aperture; combined with an 8MP ultra-wide angle sensor with an aperture of f/2.2; and a 5MP f/2.2 depth sensor. For selfies, there is a 32MP camera with an aperture of f/2.0 housed in the Infinity-U notch on top of the display. In terms of memory and storage, the device will be available in the following variants.
The Galaxy A70 is powered by a hefty 4500mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging via the bottom mounted USB Type-C port. There is also a dedicated microSD card slot for memory expansion up to 512GB. The smartphone runs on the latest OneUI on top of current Android 9 Pie. It will be available in four colours, namely Black, Blue, Coral and White.
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The Samsung Galaxy A70 is expected to be formally announced at an event on the 10th of April. Unfortunately, the company has not given any information on the pricing and availability of the smartphone but it is expected to be priced below Rs 30,000 in India.
Apple announced its newest subscription based services called Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade at an event on Monday at the Steve Jobs theatre in Cupertino, USA. The former is a video subscription service aimed at competing with rivals like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video and the latter is a game subscription service. The company also announced a new Apple TV app for iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac, smart TVs and various streaming devices. At the same event, the company also launched the Apple News+, a news and magazine subscription service and the Apple Card, an all-new payment service.
Apple TV+ is the company’s venture into the streaming service market. It is a subscription-based video service that has a host of features to differentiate it from the competitors. Unlike Netflix and Prime Video, it has a host of channels available on TV which the users can subscribe on an individual basis. These channels include HBO, Starz, SHOWTIME, CBS All Access, Smithsonian Channel, EPIX, Tastemade, Noggin and MTV Hits. Apple has alleged that more channels from around the world will be added in the due course of time.
At the launch of Apple TV+ celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Octavia Spencer, J.J. Abrams, Jason Momoa made an appearance to announce their shows on the platform. The new Apple TV app, on the other hand, will be a host to all the new shows and channels by the company and will also offer suggestions for shows and movies from over 150 streaming applications, including Amazon Prime, Hulu, Canal+ and more. Apart from the aforementioned media, the app will also house the movies and TV shows available to purchase and/or rent from the Apple iTunes store.
The Apple TV+ video streaming service will be announced later in fall this year, which suggests a release in the fourth quarter of 2019. The company will also announce the pricing of the service at the same time. The new Apple TV app will be available to download on iOS devices, Apple TV and Mac starting this May. In a surprising move, Apple has also partnered with brands like Samsung, VIZIO, LG and Roku to bring the Apple TV app on their respective smart TV and streaming devices.
The Apple Arcade is the world’s first mobile, desktop and TV game subscription service. It will make use of over 3,00,000 games available on the App store to bring a streamlined gaming experience. The service aims at introducing a new way to give users access to exclusive games, handpicked by Apple on the platform. A new tab named ‘Arcade’ will exist inside the App store and will allow a subscription option which in turn enable the users to try out a game in the service. Notably, all the games available in the subscription will be free to play, with no additional purchases required.
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Another innovative feature Apple is introducing with the Arcade service is an option for offline playability and the game controller support for compatible games. As the subscription is extended to various Apple devices, users can leave a game on an iPhone and start where they left it off on another device like an iPad, Mac or an Apple TV. Over time, more new games will be available on the service. The service will launch in fall, like the Apple TV+ and the pricing of the service, will also be announced then. In the meanwhile, interested developers can apply to be a part of Apple Arcade by visiting the link here.
With the ever-increasing advancement in technology, smartphones have evolved in a lot of ways over the years. But despite all of that innovation, one function of it hasn’t always been up to the mark. That feature is the sound or to be more precise, their inbuilt speakers. While devices like the Apple iPhone XS, XS Max, XR, Samsung Galaxy S10 series and the Pixel 3/3XL offer stereo sound, there may always be a need for a more powerful, dedicated sound system. In selecting a good, portable wireless speaker, the options present in the market can be overwhelming. To make the choice easier, we have combined the best options under Rs. 2,000 available in the market currently.
While talking about an affordable electronic device, it is quite inevitable to talk about Xiaomi. The Mi Basic 2 Bluetooth speaker is made out of aluminium frame and weighs 237g. Rated output of the drivers is 5W and the claimed battery life is 10 hours. With a great sound quality for the price, minimalistic looks and a portable design, the speakers are one of the best choices in the market currently.
The JBL GO is one of the most popular speakers under Rs. 2,000. It is also bolstered by the fact that it is available in eight different eye-popping colours and weighs a nimble 132g. The maximum output power of the speaker is 3W. While this is lower than what the competition offers, the JBL GO is more portable and has the brand name of an audio equipment giant to back them up. Due to the sheer portability and looks alone, the speakers are one of the best options in the price range.
The Phillips BT50B is one of the most portable wireless speakers available in the market. Offered in four different colour variants, the sound output of the mono speaker is rated at 2W. While it doesn’t seem much on paper, it is a great sounding speaker when compared to its size. The rated battery life is 6 hours on a single charge and the weight of the speakers is a measly 90g. Also, the portability and a good sound output make it a great option in wireless speakers under the price of Rs. 2,000.
The company Boat is known to make quality audio accessories at an affordable price. The Stone 650 is no different. While not the most compact options, the Bluetooth speakers offer a rugged build and an IPX5 rating for water resistance. Sound output is rated at 10W with the help of a dual driver setup inside. Battery life is also good, as the speakers are rated to last 7 hours on a single charge. Despite its size, the speakers weigh 653g which makes them fairly portable. The mix of a great sound and a competitive price makes it one of the best options in the market.
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The Bluetooth speakers justify its naming perfectly, with a rugged and cylindrical design. The Zook Rocker M2 have a barrage of ports and slots to play music and charge the device. It has a shoulder strap that is included in the box, which makes them fairly portable and easy o carry around. The rated sound output of 10W and a claimed battery life of 6 hours on a single charge make it one of the best sounding and the best options available under the price of Rs. 2,000.
Motorola has launched two new smartphones, the Moto G7 and Motorola One in the Indian market today. The Moto G7 is the latest device in the company’s hugely popular Moto G lineup while the Moto One is the second Android One smartphone from the company and is the specced down variant of the Motorola One Power, which was launched in the country last year. While the G7 was launched in Brazil on February 7, the Motorola One was launched in the US last year.
The Moto G7 measures 157 × 75.3 × 7.92mm and weighs in at 174 grams. Design-wise, it has glass on both the front and back of the handset. The smartphone has a 6.2-inch IPS LCD display with 2270 x 1080 px resolution and a waterdrop notch up top. The device has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and supports face unlock technology.
Under the hood, the Moto G7 runs on the 14nm Snapdragon 632 SoC which consists of an Octa-Core CPU and Adreno 506 GPU. The rear of the smartphone has the dual rear camera setup which is comprised of a 12 MP sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and 5 MP secondary sensor. For selfies, the handset has an 8MP camera housed in the notch on the top of the display. In terms of memory and storage, there is 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage.
The Moto G7 is powered by a 3,000 mAh battery which supports fast charging up to 15W with the bottom mounted USB Type-C port and runs on the latest Android 9.0 Pie. The handset also has P2i nano-coating which is certified to protect against liquid spills. Connectivity options include 4G VoLTE, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2. The device is available in two colour options namely Clear White and Ceramic Black.
The Motorola One measures 150×72×7.97 mm and weighs 162g. The front is dominated by a 5.9-inch IPS LCD display with 1520 x 720 px resolution and minimal bezels on the sides. There is a substantially wide notch on the top and a chin on the bottom. For biometrics and security, the smartphone has a rear mounted fingerprint sensor and support for face recognition technology.
Under the hood, the Motorola One is kitted with a 14nm Snapdragon 625 SoC. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 506 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has a dual rear camera setup which is comprised of a 13 MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture and 2 MP secondary depth sensor. For selfies, the handset has an 8MP camera with an f/2.2 aperture housed in the notch on the top of the display. Like the Moto G7, the device has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage.
The newly announced Motorola One is powered by 3000mAh battery with support for 15W fast charging via USB Type-C port. The smartphone is Android One certified and runs on the latest Android 9 Pie. The certification means that the device will get guaranteed two years of regular software updates. Like the Moto G7, it has also has a P2i nano-coating which is certified to protect against liquid spills. The device is available in two colour options namely White and Black.
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The Moto G7 and Motorola One will be available starting today, 25th March across leading offline stores and online on Flipkart for the price of Rs. 16,999. The Motorola One is priced at Rs. 13,999. Initial buyers of the devices will also get a cashback from Jio as a part of a special launch offer.
Xiaomi launched the Poco F1 smartphone last year in India. The device was an instant success owing to its competitive, flagship specifications at a lucrative price. In a recent software update to the handset, the company has added the Game Turbo mode. This should enable better performance on the smartphone for gaming or similar resource-intensive tasks.
In the latest update to the MIUI 10 operating system on the Poco F1, the company has added a Game Turbo Mode for the smartphone. The feature is responsible for optimizing the CPU power and the RAM of the device according to the game running on it. The performance is also balanced according to a particular game scene. So, for example, if a game has an area that has a lot of textures and layers, which usually is graphically intensive, then the CPU and GPU load will be increased. In the case of a graphically challenged environment, the load on the performance will be reduced.
To recall, Poco F1 was launched as the most affordable smartphone in the market with the 10nm Snapdragon 845 SoC. The chipset was seen in many Android flagship devices last year and has an Octa-core CPU with Adreno 630 for graphics. The frame of the handset is made from polycarbonate. The front is dominated by a 6.18 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2246 x 1080 px. There are minimal bezels on all sides, barring a significant chin and wide notch on the front. For biometrics and security, there is a rear mounted fingerprint sensor with support for face unlock technology.
The Poco F1 is powered by a 4000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support via the bottom mounted USB Type-C port. In terms of optics, the smartphone has a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 12MP sensor with f/1.9 aperture and a secondary 5MP sensor for depth effects. For selfies, there is a 20MP camera with f/2.0 aperture housed in the notch up front. For memory and storage, it is available in up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
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As far as pricing is concerned, Poco F1 has received a temporary price slash which makes the prices of the smartphone start from Rs 19,999 for the version with 6GB RAM and 64GB ROM. The variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB onboard storage starts at Rs. 20,999. The model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB internal storage will be available for Rs. 27,999.
A few days ago, reports were rife that PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds or PUBG Mobile, an immensely popular game in India is imposing a new rule. This allowed the users to play the game for a period of six hours before being banned for the entire day. Many of the players were furious because of the decision and vented it out on various social media channels. In a tweet by the official Twitter account of PUBG Mobile India, the developers of the game have apologised, claiming the restriction was a bug, which has since been fixed, along with a few other bugs that were causing a hindrance in the gameplay.
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The latest in-app update to PUBG Mobile, the official tweet claims to fix a few of the bugs that were reported in the game. The Birthday Crate, which was put in place to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the game has been changed. A bug which let misuse of the coupons to get free in-game currency has also been fixed. Because of it, the payment service is functioning again after a brief hiatus.
The biggest change and perhaps the most anticipated in PUBG Mobile is the removal of the Healthy Gameplay System error. As mentioned above, this restricted the users to play for more than six hours in a day. The official account claims the players will supposedly get to play the game without any interruptions. Despite the claimed fix, some users have reported the bug still persists. It is expected that the issue will be fixed for all users in the following days.
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Interestingly, PUBG Mobile has been all over the news the past few weeks, and all for infamous reasons. A few days ago, it was reported that two cities in Gujarat have banned the game and also arrested a few people for playing it in public. Another report claimed a person died because of playing the game for 45 days. It was expected that the six-hour ban was put in place to prevent more incidents like these from happening. Now that the developers have alleged that was not the case, it should pacify most players of the game. The new fixes can be download by starting the game and downloading an in-app update.
Xiaomi launched its most affordable smartphone, Redmi Go at an event in India on the 19th of March. It is the first device from the company to run on the Android Go initiative of the Android Operating System. The handsets under the program have low-end hardware so the lighter version of the OS ensures they run smoothly and last longer. The Xiaomi Redmi Go will have its first sale in the Indian market and will be available online.
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The Redmi Go has been priced at Rs. 4,499 and will be available at 2 PM today on Flipkart and Xiaomi’s online store. The smartphone will be sold in flash sales and will also be available to purchase from offline retail stores soon.
The Redmi Go, as mentioned above, is the most affordable smartphone from Xiaomi yet. The device has a similar design language to the Redmi 5A which was launched back in the year 2017. The Redmi Go has a polycarbonate body with significant bezels on the front. It has a 5 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1280 x 720. The display has a pixel density of 296 ppi and a maximum brightness of 380 nits. For biometrics and security, the Redmi Go relies on standard Android security options including numerical pin and pattern lock as it lacks a physical fingerprint scanner.
Under the hood, the Redmi Go runs on the 28nm Snapdragon 425 SoC. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 308 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has an 8MP primary camera at the back with an aperture of f/2.0. For selfies, there is a 5MP camera with an f/2.2 aperture on the front. For memory and storage, the Redmi Go has 1GB of RAM and 8GB of onboard storage.
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The Redmi Go has a 3000mAh battery with 5W charging support via the bottom mounted micro-USB port. The smartphone supports dedicated microSD cards of up to 256GB in capacity and runs on the Android 8.1 Oreo Go edition. Xiaomi claims the device supports major languages spoken in the country and the Google voice assistant has native Hindi and Hinglish support.
Samsung is expected to launch three new smartphones under its Galaxy A lineup on April 10. The expected smartphones include the Galaxy A90, Galaxy A60 and Galaxy A70. A fresh listing form Chinese regulatory website, TENNA reveals how the latter two devices will look like and has also unveiled their key specifications.
The upcoming Galaxy A60 will be the elder sibling to the Galaxy A50 which was launched last month. Notably, it will feature the same design language that Samsung introduced to the table with the new Galaxy A smartphones. Which means a gradient back with ‘Glasstic’ design is expected. According to the leaks, the front will be dominated by a 6.3 inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2280 x 1080 px. It sports an Infinity-O display which means the screen has a punch hole camera on its top left corner like the Galaxy A8s launched last year. For biometrics and security, leaked images reveal the Galaxy A60 will have a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and support for face unlock technology.
The Galaxy A60 is expected to run on the 11nm Snapdragon 675 SoC. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 612 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone will have a triple rear camera, details of which are unknown as of now. The front camera will be housed in the Infinity-O style punch hole display on the front. Refuting previous reports, the Galaxy A60 has been listed to be powered by a 3410mAh battery. Notably, it will have a lower capacity than the Galaxy A50 which has a 4000mAh battery.
The Galaxy A70, as the name suggests, will be the specced up sibling of the aforementioned Galaxy A60. Like other smartphones in the lineup, it will also feature the same ‘Glasstic’ gradient design on the back. The listing reveals it will have a 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display with FullHD+ resolution. Unlike its sibling, it will have an Infinity-U display which is also present in the Galaxy A50 and Galaxy A30. For biometrics and security, the device will have an in-display fingerprint sensor with support for face unlock technology.
Previous reports cited that the Galaxy A70 may also run on the Snapdragon 675 SoC like its sibling. Unfortunately, no leaks regarding the optics of the smartphone have surfaced online. But like the Galaxy A50, it may have a triple rear camera setup and a single selfie camera housed in the Infinity-U notch. The device will be powered by a massive 4400mAh battery and may support fast charging.
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Both the Galaxy A60 and Galaxy A70 have been leaked to support dual sim cards with support for dual standby. Like their siblings, it is expected that the smartphones will run on the latest Samsung OneUI on top of the current Android 9 Pie. The device may be announced on the 10th of April and are reported to be priced at Rs. 24,990 for the Galaxy A60 and Rs 27,990 for the Galaxy A70.