Author: Yashonil Gupta

Samsung Teases The Launch Of Its Foldable Phone

Samsung will launch a plethora of devices at the Unpacked event on February 20 in San Fransisco. There were many leaks and rumors that the foldable Galaxy device might make an appearance at the event but we now finally have official confirmation. Samsung Mobile’s official twitter handle has shared a video confirming that the Galaxy F, as it’s rumored to be called, will be announced alongside the Galaxy S10 series.

The future of mobile will unfold on February 20, 2019. #SamsungEvent pic.twitter.com/MHvwrt7Rf4
— Samsung Mobile (@SamsungMobile) February 11, 2019

The Foldable Galaxy smartphone has been long rumored to have the name Galaxy F. The F might stand for ‘Fold’ here. The device was last shown off at the Samsung Developer Conference in November last year. And while Samsung didn’t show how the device looks, we saw that it bent inwards. This is unlike the Royole FlexPai, which has an outward bend.

The video shows Korean text on the screen and then the words “The Future Unfolds” appear, followed by the date. This doesn’t need much explanation that the choice of words and the animations used, prove that it is indeed about a foldable smartphone. We got a glimpse of how the device is going to look like in a teaser video shared by Samsung a few days ago.

Samsung Galaxy F Specifications

The Galaxy F, as it’s rumored to be called, will be an alternate flagship device for Samsung. It will reportedly feature two displays. One will be a 7.3 inches Super AMOLED one with a 2152 x 1536 px resolution. The second display may be a 4.5-inch Super AMOLED one. The device will run on the Snapdragon 855 combined with 8GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It may have dual cameras on the front and the back, details of which are unknown.

Also read: OnePlus Will Showcase A 5G Smartphone At MWC 2019

Due to its thin profile and foldable nature, the device will reporedly be powered by two 3100mAh batteries. The device will run on a version of Android Pie optimized for foldable devices. The device will also be the most expensive Samsung has ever made, expected to be available the $1700 price tag. Samsung is expected to make this device available for sale later this year.

February 12, 2019
OnePlus Will Showcase A 5G Smartphone At MWC 2019

The Mobile World Congress or MWC will kick off on the 25th of February 2019. This years show is primarily focused on 5G. 5G has also been the focus of the tech industry since mid 2018. This year however, there may finally be devices that will support the fifth generation of mobile networks aka 5G.

OnePlus, a Chinese smartphone manufacturer, had promised to release a 5G enabled device in 2019. And OnePlus has confirmed that a prototype will be available to try and experience the future of mobile networks.

OnePlus’s statement reads:

OnePlus, at Qualcomm’s booth (Hall 3 Stand 3E10), invites all to connect and communicate with our community over a 5G network. Attendees will also be able to experience the capabilities of 5G gaming on a OnePlus 5G prototype. Keep an eye out for the limited-edition Qualcomm x OnePlus pin badge, only available at the OnePlus stand

OnePlus 5G Device, What We Know?

This OnePlus 5G device will not just be a prototype, OnePlus plans on releasing the device in a few months. The device will have some flagship level specifications. It would feature the Snapdragon 855 and the Qualcomm X50 chip to support 5G networks. The device may also be a little thick, as the 5G modem requires more space inside. OnePlus said last year that this device will not be the OnePlus 7, but rather a separate series altogether, so it may not be available in high volumes, and ,ay just end up being a limited edition device.

Also read: Nokia 9 Leaked Through Android Enterprise Listing

The OnePlus 5G prototype that will be showcased. may not end up being the final product that will launch later this year. The device will also be considerably more expensive. The cost of equipping a smartphone with 5G capable chips is expensive at this point so expect a US $200 to US $300 ( roughly Rs. 14000 to Rs. 20,000) difference in the price. This would mean the Indian price of the OnePlus 5G smartphone may be around Rs. 60,000.

February 12, 2019
Nokia 9 Leaked Through Android Enterprise Listing

The next Nokia flagship, the Nokia 9 has been leaked into oblivion. The smartphone has been much anticipated, mostly due to its Penta-camera setup. It was earlier leaked then announced that the smartphone will make an appearance at the Mobile World Congress or MWC 2019 in Barcelona this month. But more details about the device hadn’t been confirmed. That was until now. The official Android Enterprise listing has seemingly confirmed the existence of the Nokia 9.

The Android Enterprise listing also confirmed some of the specifications of the device and how the device is going to look like, at least from the front. The listing seems to have been taken down now. This is the first time an official listing has been found. This confirms the fact that the launch of the device is imminent.

Nokia 9 Specifications

The Nokia 9 is the newest flagship by the legendary brand. According to Android Enterprise listing, It will feature a 6-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2960 x 1440 px. There will be no notch or punch hole in sight, due to the bezels on the top and bottom. Under the hood, the device will have a Snapdragon 845 SoC, which is a year old at this point. What is surprising is the existence of 4GB of RAM with 128GB of Storage. This refutes the earlier leaks claiming the device will have more RAM. However, there is a possibility that there will be a variant with more RAM and storage. The device will have Android 9 Pie with Android One certification on board.

The highlight of the phone will be the five cameras at the back. It was reported last year that Light and Nokia are working on a multiple camera setup for smartphones. This seems to be it, with the Nokia 9 having the advantage of Light’s computational photography. The lenses and their specs are unknown at this point, but there is a 41MP or higher sensor expected in the device. One interesting feature will be the introduction of the In-Display Fingerprint scanner in the Nokia 9. The phone will also support NFC for mobile payments.

Also read: Google Pixel 3A Spotted On Geekbench

The Nokia 9 is expected to be followed by a 5G equipped, Snapdragon 855 featuring model later this year. The pricing is not known yet, but expect the device to have a high price tag. The smartphone is expected to arrive in India a few weeks after the official launch at MWC.

February 12, 2019
Nubia Might Show Off Its Foldable Smartphone At MWC 2019

The Mobile World Congress is one of the biggest technology events that happen all year. Many companies get a chance to show off their next revolutionary idea or concept. This year too at MWC 2019 in Barcelona, it is expected that the focus will all be on two things. One is 5G and the other is Foldable smartphones. It is all but confirmed that Samsung and Huawei will showcase their foldable phones at the event. But there is another company that is now confirmed to make an entry as well. Nubia, the Chinese smartphone maker is all set to showcase a foldable smartphone.

The future is here.
Flex your life.#nubiaMWC19 pic.twitter.com/U22mLEDbxk
— nubia Smartphone (@nubiasmartphone) February 11, 2019

Nubia started as a ZTE subsidiary, became an independent company a while ago. The official account of Nubia Smartphones sent out a tweet saying “Flex Your Life”. It is not clear what the brand will showcase at the event, but it may be the Nubia Alpha shown off at IFA last year. It may be that the device is an entirely new product altogether which we currently don’t know much about. There hasn’t really been a leak for a foldable smartphone Nubia is working on, so it may be only the Alpha at the event.

Nubia Foldable Smartphone Specifications

Nubia Showcased the Nubia Alpha last year at the IFA. The Alpha may or may not make it to the MWC this year. But the foldable smartphone is expected to be a flagship level device. The device is expected to have a Flexible-OLED display, which can fold into half at will. The smartphone may also run on the latest Snapdragon 855 coupled with 6GB or 8GB of RAM.

Also read: Limited Edition Galaxy S10+ With 12GB RAM To Be Available On March 15th

In terms of optics, Nubia could use a dual camera set-up on one side to function as a main and selfie camera. The Nubia foldable smartphone is also expected to be expensive. Rumors say that it can reach up to a price of $1000. Manufacturing of foldable smartphones is expensive and may have a high cost for the early adopters. The device may launch later this year with all the bugs ironed out.

February 12, 2019
Limited Edition Galaxy S10+ With 12GB RAM To Be Available On March 15th

The Samsung Galaxy Unpacked events is just days away. The event is expected to be marked by the launch of the Galaxy S10 lineup. All the devices of the series have been leaked in their entirety. The device which we didn’t know much about was the Limited Edition Galaxy S10+. The device is expected to arrive with features like 12GB of RAM and 1TB of Internal Storage. But now, we finally have some more news. Samsung Philippines has started taking in pre-orders for the Limited Edition Galaxy S10+.

The website doesn’t mention anything in detail, but just gives a silhouette of what the device will be like and also when it will be available. The phone has the words ‘Limited Edition’ written on it, so its not even a guess at this point. Samsung recently announced they’re making 1TB UFS chips for mobile devices, so we expect to see this new chip in the Limited Edition model. The device is said to be available on March 15.

Samsung Galaxy S10+ Limited Edition

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ will be the biggest and the most expensive variant of the Galaxy S10 series. The device will see a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2960 x 1440 px. The device will have an Infinity-O display at the front, featuring two selfie cameras in the display. Under the hood, the device will pack a Snapdragon 855/ Exynos 9820 depending on the region. The Limited Edition Galaxy S10+ has 12GB of RAM and 1TB of Storage. The storage can further be expanded by up to 512GB. This would give the S10+ an effective capacity of 1.5TB.

In terms of optics, the Galaxy S10+ will have a triple rear camera setup. It will comprise of a 16 MP (f/2.2) + 12 MP (f/1.5) + 12 MP (f/2.4) combination. The device will have two selfie cameras which will be a combination of 10 MP (f/1.9) + 8 MP (f/2.2) sensors. Also, The device will also have a 4100mAh battery and will have a ceramic back.

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These specs are unlike anything that has existed before and looks like Samsung is also planning on playing the specification game this time around. The device will be the most expensive model of the series and will cost around $1700. India pricing could be almost Rs. 1,00,000. Samsung will obviously make a few of these so availability will be only for a limited time.

February 11, 2019
Coconics, Kerala’s Own Laptop Project, Announces 3 Laptops

Coconics, Kerala’s own laptop server project, has seen a big leap with the logo of the project being rolled out in PPP mode released by state Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. Industries Minister E P Jayarajan handed over the first Coconics laptop to the Chief Minister. Now, Coconics has announced three new models today on the sidelines of the Electronics Manufacturing Summit in New Delhi.

The three laptop models introduced by Coconics include CC11B, CC11A, and C314A. The CC11B is an 11 inch 2-in-1 and the other two are normal notebooks. These laptops boast of a metal casing and also a long battery life of up to 8 hours.

Kerala – India’s First Laptop Manufacturing State

Coconics is a joint venture of the state-run Keltron, a US-based technology firm UST Global, KSIDC and Acceleron. It is pitched as a unique public-private laptop and server manufacturing company from Kerala. Also, Intel is providing the guidance and technical assistance to manufacture laptops in India under the ambitious ‘Make in India’ initiative.

The laptops feature some good specifications. The CC11B is an 11 inch 2-in-1 having a FullHD resolution. It has an Intel Celeron N3350 inside coupled with 4GB RAM and a 64GB eMMC storage. It features a Type-C port and has Windows 10 on board. The CC11A has a 11 inch HD display with an Intel Celeron N4000 inside. It has 2GB of RAM and 64GB of eMMC storage. The laptops will arrive with Windows 10 pre-installed.

The C314A is a little more powerful than the rest. It has a 14 inch HD Display. It has a Intel i3 7I00U inside with 4GB of RAM and 500GB HDD. The laptop also has Windows 10 pre-installed. It is drop resistant and has also been tested for water and spill resistance.

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The laptops will be manufactured at the plant in Monvilla, Thiruvananthapuram. It also has a capacity to produce 2,50,000 laptops annually. The manufacturing plant is ready and an official plant inauguration will happen this month. That’s when the manufacturing of the laptops will also begin. With this, Kerala becomes the first state in India to design and manufacture laptops. The pricing and the availablity of the laptops hasn’t been announced yet.

February 11, 2019
Samsung Galaxy S10e

The Samsung Galaxy S10e is the smallest sibling in the Galaxy S10 lineup of devices. Galaxy S10e is made to offer flagship specs at a more affordable price than its bigger siblings. The device is the cheapest one of the lineup and comes in 5 colors. It has the same edge-to-edge screen, housing the Infinity-O display. Unlike the S10+, the Galaxy S10e has a single selfie camera and a dual camera at the back.

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February 11, 2019
Apple AirPods 2, AirPower Leaked, Launching Soon

When Apple launched the iPhone 8, 8 Plus and the iPhone X with wireless charging, they introduced another device with it, the Apple AirPower. The wireless charging mat by Apple was seen as an integral part of the Apple ecosystem. Now that most Apple products charge wirelessly, a product like AirPower could prove very useful. But it had been more than a year and we didn’t hear about the AirPower since. That is until now. It is reported that the AirPower has been leaked and will launch this spring.

The report seems official as it also claims that the advertisement shoot for Apple AirPower has already begun. This gives weight to the rumors that the AirPower was supposed to be launched in the first half of 2019. Along with that, it is also claimed that AirPods 2 are also making their debut this year. They will have deeper bass and look similar to the last model. It was reported that the AirPods 2 will arrive with great new upgrades over its predecessor. They will support hands-free ‘Hey Siri’ command and will have some more sensors to track health features.

AirPods 2: New Features

The Apple AirPods 2 are reported to sport an identical size as the last one. They would also look very similar to the original AirPods. They will have an improved internal design to provide more bass, something which was lacking in the first generation. Airpods 2 will also have wireless charging and have new sensors which will track some key health features. This may include heart monitoring and step count. The battery life will be identical to the first one. The texture will be similar to Google Pixel 3 to improve grip. This grip may also be used in the next generation of iPhones.

The AirPods 2 and the AirPower are not expected to debut together, which is unfortunate. Apple will reportedly also release a wireless charging case for the first-gen AirPods. The AirPods 2 are expected to arrive later this year. As far as pricing is concerned, the AirPower is expected to cost around $150 (Rs. 10,674) and the AirPods 2 are expected to retail at $200 (Rs. 14,233).

Also read: Apple Working On A Secret 5G Chip, Claims Patent

Apple devices are known for their top-notch quality and seamless connectivity across the Apple ecosystem. The AirPower and the AirPods 2 are just expected to add on that experience and make it more convenient. We will have more details about the devices in the coming months.

February 11, 2019
Apple Working On A Secret 5G Chip, Claims Patent

The MWC 2019 will kick off soon in Barcelona in a few days. It is expected that a lot of new and unique technologies will make an appearance. The technology that most people are excited about, is the introduction of 5G. It is expected to enable faster mobile data and improved connections over mobile. Most smartphone manufacturers also have promised a device that will support 5G. One company that hasn’t is Apple. It is expected that Apple is not attending the MWC 2019 nor will it launch a 5G device in 2019. But rumors have started to rise up again as a 5G technology patent by Apple has been leaked.

Apple has been silent about its stance on 5G and iPhones that will eventually support it. Apple has been known to patiently wait until a technology achieves near perfection to implement it. But this patent leak proves that Apple is working on some 5G technology secretly and has named it ‘Apple Bald Eagle 5G’. The patent was filed earlier this month at the Benelux Office for Intellectual Property or BOIP.

iPhones With 5G in 2019?

Apple was earlier reported to skip the 5G hype bandwagon and wait until 2020 to implement it. It was attested to the fact that it would use Intel’s 5G modem in the 5G compatible iPhone. However, as Intel will not be able to supply the large number of Chips required by Apple, The implementation was expected to be pushed to 2020. This patent leak suggests that Apple has been trying to make one on their own. This would also mean that Apple may be able to launch a 5G compatible iPhone in September 2019.

The description offered with the patent said ‘Mobile telecommunication network services’. Apple has used the logo of the American Flag and its national symbol, the Bald Eagle combined with Apple Logo. This may be due to the fact that Apple is an American company and may name its modem after the national symbol.

Also read: Xiaomi Mi 9 Confirmed, Certified By The IMDA In Singapore

Apple doesn’t implement a piece of technology until it has been perfected for use to the general audience. So even if Apple decides to wait out till 2020 for 5G, it may be for the best.

February 11, 2019
The Google Pixel 4 To Have Improved Dual SIM Support

The Pixel series has been known for their stellar camera performance and stock Android. The Pixel series also has been called the iPhone of the Android world because of their simplicity. But last year, when the Apple iPhones were announced with Dual SIM connectivity in certain markets, Google had nothing similar to offer. Looks like this is all going to change as the Pixel 4 is reported to have improved Dual SIM functionality.

The Pixel devices theoretically support Dual-SIM, when the Pixel 2 launched with eSIM in 2017. The phones have an in-built SIM and can take an additional SIM card separately. The problem with that was, that only one SIM could function at the same time. This made the feature rather useless.

The Need For Dual SIM Devices

Dual SIM has been one of the staple features of budgets smartphones in developing countries. It also has recently been making it to some flagships like the Huawei, Samsung and LG devices. The feature has recently made its way to the newest iPhones that were launched last year. It was available for users in countries like China and India. The feature used one eSIM and one nano-SIM card to function.

Dual SIM is a great feature for people who travel a lot, which makes great use for keeping one number for the place you’re traveling to. The feature has been already present for the longest time in almost every budget smartphone in India and China. It is great that companies like Apple and Google have finally started to give this feature their much needed importance. The feature saves a lot of hassle and saves the headache of carrying two devices.

Also read: Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 May Launch At Rs. 9,999 In India

The Pixel devices are expected to launch in October, and with Android Q and Dual SIM on board, this already looks like a good upgrade over the Pixel 3. The new feature may also increase the price of the devices, making them more expensive.

February 11, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9 Confirmed, Certified By The IMDA In Singapore

Xiaomi is expected to release the Mi 9 soon. The Chinese manufacturer launches its flagship in the first quarter of the year, so the next flagship can come anytime soon. The Mi 9 rumors have been doing the rounds on the internet for quite some time. Leaks confirm that the Mi 9 exists and has been certified by the IMDA in Singapore.

The Mi 9 was earlier reported to be designed by the same person who designed the Mi 6, Mi Liu. The smartphone is expected to be cutting edge and the best Xiaomi has ever made. The Mi series has always been about been about being value for money and offer top specs.

Mi 9 Specifications

The Xiaomi Mi 9 is expected to be a powerful flagship for 2019. The Mi 9 will have a 6.4 inch AMOLED display with a notch on the front. The display will have a FullHD+ resolution. It will feature the Snapdragon 855 coupled with the Adreno 640 GPU. The smartphone may come in two versions, one with 6GB of RAM with 128GB storage and another with 8GB of RAM and 256GB storage.

It will feature fingerprint scanner under the display. The device is expected to have 3 cameras at the back, the specs of which are unknown at the moment. But there likely will be a 48MP sensor among them. The device will support fast wired charging, up to 27W.

Also read: Schematic Layout Of Samsung Galaxy M30 Leaks

There is no official announcement from the company regarding a launch date as of now, but expect the Mi 9 to release in a few months. The pricing, though not confirmed, could be around the $500 tag. The Mi 9 will go head to head with the next OnePlus flagship, reportedly called the OnePlus 7. Xiaomi may unveil the Mi 9 at MWC 2019 in Barcelona.

February 9, 2019
Moto G7 Power

Moto G7 Power is another budget member of the G7 lineup. The phone sits between the basic Moto G7 Play and the regular G7 in terms of pricing. The device’s highlight feature is the massive 5000 mAh battery inside which according to Motorola, would last 3 days. The device offers a good mix of specifications and price and is for people who want a phone which is fine for casual use and can last for days on a single charge.

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February 8, 2019
Moto G7 Plus

The Moto G7 Plus is the bigger sibling to the regular G7 and the most expensive device in the G7 lineup. The Moto G7 Plus features a faster processor and a better camera. Moto G7 Plus would be for heavy users and people who like to click pictures on the go. The Moto G7 is a good mid-range device offering modern design and decent specifications for the price.

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February 8, 2019
Moto G7 Play

The Moto G7 Play is the cheapest smartphone in the Moto G7 series of smartphones. The smartphones feature the basic specifications with a modern design. The G7 Play is a good choice for people who are looking for a device for first time Android buyers who don’t want to spend a lot of money on a smartphone. The smartphone also features a stock Android interface for a good software experience.

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February 8, 2019
Xiaomi Working On A Smartphone With A Quad-Edge Display

Xiaomi has been very successful lately. Its philosophy of giving great specs at an affordable price has resonated with the audience. But it is not really known to innovate, but rather is seen as a follower in technologies. But lately, Xiaomi is trying to catch up with some unique ideas of its own. Be it the Mi MIX 3’s manual slider and also the 48MP camera in the budget Redmi Note 7, Xiaomi is trying to differentiate itself. Patents filed by Xiaomi for a smartphone with a Quad-Edge display have been found.

The patent was filed on February 5, at the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO). The patent shows a full screen smartphone with a dual camera on the back. The idea of edge screens was started by Samsung with its Note Edge. Today, the Galaxy S and the Note series is available with a Dual edge display.

This patent shows a Quad-edge display, meaning display curved on all sides. This could mean that Xiaomi is working on a smartphone with this feature and also has figured out the technology.

Xiaomi Smartphone With A Quad-Edge Display

The patent images filed by Xiaomi show an all screen smartphone, without any buttons and just a Type-C port. There is no headphone jack, speaker or even an earpiece in sight. The smartphone could also be using the technology used in Meizu Zero or the Vivo Apex 2. The phone shows a dual camera at the back and no camera or fingerprint sensor in sight at the front. The fingerprint sensor can be embedded in the display. About the selfie camera, maybe Xiaomi has figured out how to put one inside the screen.

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This patent looks great and if Xiaomi releases a smartphone like this one before anyone else, they would blow everyone’s mind. Xiaomi just needs to keep the price tag right.

February 8, 2019