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Made In India iPhones Now Being Exported To Europe

Following the initiation of “Make In India” movement several electronic companies setup their assembly plants in India. Wistron, which is contract manufacturer for Apple started assembling iPhones in the country in the year 2016.

Surprisingly, a report states that India made iPhones which are manufactured by Wistron are now being exported to the European markets as well. According to a senior executive at Counterpoint research, Apple is currently exporting the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 7. Speaking of numbers, close to 1,00,000 units are exported each month.

The iPhone’s that are being exported to Europe are put together at the Wistron facility which is located in Bengaluru. The facility has been manufacturing the iPhone 6S since the year 2018, while the iPhone 7 production began earlier this year(1).

Analysts believe that the move to use India a centre of export would turn out fruitious for both Apple and the country. Besides, it will bolster India’s position as an attaractive destination from foreign investors. Moreover, it will allow Apple to elevate its high dependence on China which is where most of the iPhones are made as of now.

Amidst the rising trade tensions between US and China, Apple had asked its suppliers which include Pegatron, Wistron and Foxconn to move 30 percent assembly lines to locations outside China. Therefore, India holds the potential to becoming one of the biggest Export hub for Apple.

Also Read: Mi Superbass Wireless Headphones To Launch In India Soon

In addition to Wistron, Apple’s another supplier, Foxconn will soon begin manufacturing high end iPhones including iPhone X in the country. It is estimated that out of the total production capacity of 2,50,00 units, 70 percent of the devices will be exported.

Conclusively, if trade tensions between US and China continue to rise, and concurrently Indian government provides lucrative incentives, India could become the second biggest hub for iPhone production and other Apple products.

July 11, 2019
Mi Superbass Wireless Headphones To Launch In India Soon

Except of smartphones and TVs, Chinese conglomerate, Xiaomi has been gradually diverging into new product categories. A couple of weeks the company launched the Mi Beard Trimmer which has been warmly received by the Indian consumers. To meet the rapidly booming demand of wireless audio devices, Xiaomi will soon launch a pair of on-ear type headphones which willl be called Mi Superbass.

Prepare to #BreakTheWire. Because the #MiSuperbassWirelessHeadphones are almost here. Launches on 15th July, midnight, on https://t.co/D3b3QtmvaT & @amazonIN.
Learn more: https://t.co/zc9hEuDWW9 pic.twitter.com/ZbY4vZKlv7
— Xiaomi India (@XiaomiIndia) July 11, 2019

As the name suggests, the upcoming headphones will have a focus on bass. Besides, as the per the image shared by the company, the pair of headphones seem to have an elegant design with the well liked Red and Black colour scheme as seen on most Beats products.

The Mi Superbass headphones seem to have a soft cushioning on the headband which will provide for comfortable wearing experience. Although it is not confirmed, the headphones may have foldable hinges on either side which will allow for easily carrying and storing them. Talking about features, Xiaomi claims that the Mi Superbass Wireless headphones will have 20 hour long battery life which will vary on the volume and type of music.

Noteworthy, the Mi Superbass Wireless headphones have 40 mm Dynamic Driver which are assumed to output powerful and rich audio.

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Even though the official price of the Mi Superbass wireless headphones is not revealed, we assume that the audio accesory will range in the price bracket of Rs 1500 and Rs 3000. Conclusively, precise details including the specs and price will be revealed at the official launch date which is scheduled for the 15th of July. Notably, the upcoming Xiaomi Huami Amzfit Bip Lite smartwatch is also set to launch on the same day.

What are your thoughts on the upcoming Mi Superbass Wireless earphones. What do you feel should these be priced at? Let us know in the comments below!

July 11, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Official Images Leaked

Samsung’s highly awaited Galaxy Note series’ latest iteration, the alleged Galaxy Note 10 has made many rounds on the internet. Various leaks, rumours and renders have already given us an idea as to what it would look like. The South Korean company is all set to unveil its latest flagship series next month during its Galaxy Unpacked 2019 event on August 7th. Now, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ has it’s colour variants and official press renders leaked.

According to the images, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ will arrive in two colours. The first is a Silver Prism with a Blue S Pen accessory and the second is black with a black coloured S Pen. It will sport the Dynamic AMOLED screen with negligible bezels on every corner of the front panel. On the back, no physical fingerprint scanner can be discerned which means an in display scanners like the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ is to be expected. The Galaxy Note 10+ has a quad camera setup with a 3D ToF sensor and an LED flash flanking the right of the main camera module. Samsung’s logo is present on the gradient back and the company might finally be skipping the button dedicated for the Bixby digital voice assistant.

The leaked specifications of the Samsung’s Galaxy Note 10+ reveal that it will feature a 6.75 inch QHD+ display with support for HDR10+ playback. Its front facing camera will reportedly be a 10MP sensor with dual pixel PDAF, similar to the one found on the Galaxy S10 lineup; the rear cameras will feature S10’s 12MP primary camera or a 48MP sensor accompanied by a telephoto and wide angles lens.

The Galaxy Note 10 is likely to run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 or Exynos 9825 SoC depending on the country the device will be available to purchase in. The smartphone will run on the latest Android 9 Pie with the company’s OneUI on top. It is expected to have up to 12GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage as well. Similar to the Galaxy S10 series, stereo speakers can be assumed along with the usual connectivity options, but the headphone jack’ presence is unclear. Samsung’s upcoming device would presumably also ship with IP68 water and dust resistance rating. The Galaxy Note 10 is claimed to be powered by a 4500mAh battery with 25W fast charging capabilities.

Also Read: Full Specs Of Honor 9X Duo Revealed Ahead Of Launch

The competition is heating up with major OEMs are readying with their respective launches. Apple, Google and Samsung are one of the most renowned brands out there and the next couple of months is expected to be dominated by their launches. The latter with its Galaxy Note 10 series will have to pull an amazing feature or trick to arrive out on top of this arms race. More updates will be provided in the arriving week, stay tuned.

July 11, 2019
Apple Will Soon Launch Multiple New iPad Models

Earlier this year, Apple quitely refreshed the iPad Air and the iPad Mini with updated innards. In addition to previously launched devices, it seems that the company has a number of other tablets in the pipeline.

The company has freshly gained certification for five upcoming devices which are filed under the “tablet computer” category. Clearly, the upcoming devices will be iPads and they carry the following model numbers “A2068, A2198, A2230, A2197, and A2228”.

The certification was granted by Eurasian Economics Commission or EEC which is based Russia. The listings are critical as every device that can be sold in the region is needs to have the clearance certification from the supervising authority. Companies usually tend to get the devices registered with such bodies just before their launch when the device is ready for mass production. Therefore, the previously mentioned iPads could very well be finalided and they can launch in the near future.

Moreover, the EEC filing also reveals that the future iPad models will run on iPadOS 13 which was revealed at the WWDC 2019 event. The new OS is intended to bridge the gap between a full fledged PC OS and a mobile OS. The newly unveiled OS allows iPad owners to control their devices with a mouse and keyboard with native support. Hence, the device can work as a mobile workstation, possibly replacing a laptop. The iPad OS is currently in the Beta testing stage and will roll out for the general public later this year.

Unfortunately, the EEC listing certification does not reveal any other details about future iPads. However, they are expected to either succed the iPad Pro duo from 2018 or they could be the rumoured 10.2 inch iPad. Though less likely, they could by the foldable iPad which was previously leaked.

Also Read: Full Specs Of Honor 9X Duo Revealed Ahead Of Launch

As of now, nothing can be confirmed about the future tablets from Apple. Therefore, we will have to wait for the company to officially shine some light on the launch of the devices.

July 11, 2019

Full Specs Of Honor 9X Duo Revealed Ahead Of Launch

Honor has been long anticipated to launch a couple of mid-range smartphones which will succeed the sensational Honor 8X from 2018. As per reports, the new handsets will be dubbed the Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro. The design of the upcoming smartphones has previously leaked online which states that the handsets will feature a pop-up camera like the OnePlus 7 Pro and the Vivo V15 Pro.

Surprisingly, ahead of the official launch, full specs of both the smartphones have been leaked on Twitter which are listed below:

	Honor 9X	Honor 9 Pro
Dimensions and Weight	163 x 77 x 8.6 mm, 190 grams	163 x 77 x 8.6 mm, 190 grams
Display	6.59 inch 2340 x 1080 px 391 ppi	6.59 inch 2340 x 1080 px 391 ppi
Chipset	Kirin 810 (7 nm) Octa-Core Mali G52 GPU	Kirin 810 (7 nm) Octa-Core Mali G52 GPU
OS	Android 9 Pie, EMUI	Android 9 Pie, MIUI
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
Rear/Front Camera	24 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP 20 MP (Pop Up)	48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP 20 MP (Pop Up)
Battery	4000 mAh 10 W	4000 mAh 22.5 W

The specifications of the Honor 9X and 9X Pro exhibit worthy mid-range devices. Besides, if the company is able to price them aggressive as seen on their predecessor, the devices have the potential to become one of the best selling handsets in the mid-range segment. It is assumed that the smartphones will be priced between the US $ 200 and US $ 300 price bracket which will make them a lucrative option.

Though the current leak does not provide any details about the design of the smartphones, they can be derived from the previously mentioned leaks.

Both the Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro will have an attractive design accrediting to an edge-to-edge display on the front. The rear of the handsets will house the company branding and the triple cameras which will be vertically aligned on the top left side.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A50s May Launch Soon, Gains Wi-Fi Certification

To sum it up, all the leaks and claims about the Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro can only be verified once the company officially announces them. Even though the launch date of the smartphone is not yet revealed, the sheer number of leaks suggest they will launch soon.

July 10, 2019

Samsung Galaxy A50s May Launch Soon, Gains Wi-Fi Certification

Samsung had launched its mid range A series smartphones back in 2014. the series was made to fill the gap between its flagship S series and its other affordable devices. The company has had its newest lineup of A series handsets receive a commendations. Now, a new report has surfaced that reveal Samsung’s plan of soon unveiling two new Galaxy A smartphones; their model numbers had been spotted in the WiFi Alliance today.

The two models are SM-A562N and SM-A561F which bear a sequential resemblance to Samsung Galaxy A50. The South Korean company had initially launched the Galaxy A50 earlier this year in February alongside the Galaxy A20 and Galaxy A10e (US exclusive). It is unclear if it is the Galaxy A50s as another unknown Samsung device was spotted on Geekbench with specs similar to the ones found in the Galaxy A50; carrying the model number SM-A507FN. The aforementioned device was also reportedly sporting the Exynos 9610 SoC alongside 4GB of RAM identical to A50’s configuration.

According to the certification, both the models will run on Android 9 Pie with support for dual band WiFi (2.4GHz and 5GHz). Unfortunately, finer details regarding the two mysterious Samsung devices are currently unknown. Only speculations regarding the device can be offered as of right now. The upcoming devices can be various different versions of the pre existing A series line up as well. It includes the Samsung Galaxy A70s, the A90, or even the A30s.

Also Read: Apple To Increase The Screen Size Of The Base Model iPads In The Future

Samsung is going strong in every segment of the market, ranging from its flagship to even mid range handsets. The upcoming devices can be expected to be in the mid range and will offer specs similar to its predecessors. However, since no information is currently available these speculations can be taken with a grain of salt. More updates regarding the twin Samsung Galaxy devices is expected to arrive in the coming weeks, which will soon be followed by updates.

July 10, 2019
LG Launches AI ThinQ TV Lineup With Built-In Amazon Alexa

LG has been one of the most prevalent TV brands in India. To meet the rising demands of smart televisions, the company has launched the AI ThinQ TVs lineup in the country which starts from Rs 24,990 and goes all the way upto Rs 10,99,990. Distinguishingly, all the smart TVs in the lineup have built-in Alexa and Google Assistant support.

The newly launched AI ThinQ TVs from LG are fitted with second-generation Alpha 9 processors. The processors combined with deep learning and AI (Artificial Intelligence) can automatically calibrate the TVs for optimised audio and video output. The TVs in the lineup are available from screen sizes of 32-inch to 77-inch. Moreover, they also have support for Dolby Vision, HDR10 Pro, HLG Pro HDR and Dolby Atmos.

Due to the presence of Amazon Alexa and Google voice assistant, users can wirelessly interact with their TV sets and control its different functionalities. Furthermore, the voice assistants built into the TVs can even be used to control other smart devices like lights and fans.

The NanoCell TVs in the AI ThinQ lineup also supports direct wireless streaming from Apple devices via AirPlay 2. Other features of TVs in this range include Nano Color Full Array Dimming and HomeKit. The latter enables the ability to control the television through Siri or Apple Home app.

Besides, all TVs in the AI ThinQ lineup have a wide variety of media streaming apps which include Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Hotstar, YouTube, Eros Now, Zee5, AltBalaji, Hungama Play, Sun NXT and Yupp TV. The TVs also have a 2-way Bluetooth feature that allows users to wirelessly stream music from their smartphone, tablet or any other Bluetooth compatible device.

Surprisingly, TVs in AI ThinQ lineup have a unique feature called “Mobile Connection Overlay” that allows users to view both the mobile and television screens simultaneously.

Also Read: Nokia 9 PureView With 5 Rear Cameras Launched In India

All in all, LG has populated the new AI ThinQ TV lineup with well thought out features which will make them stand out of the crowd. Especially, the wireless voice assistant functionality will be a crowd favourite.

July 10, 2019
Huawei Launches MediaPad T5 Tablet In India

Update: 10th July 2019

The Huawei MediaPad T5 is now available for purchase on Amazon.in. To sweeten up the deal, the company is providing Huawei Earphone AM 12 headphones Worth INR 2,998 and flip cover absolutely free. Interested users can purchase the tablet from the links provided below:

Original Story

Huawei had faced many hardships with the start of Q2 2019. The company was facing critical crippling of its business caused by the US Trade ban. The ban did not seek to deter the company as operations continued as normal, and devices like Nova 5 was launched with Android OS. Now, US has lifted the restrictions on Huawei and business is again in full swing with the officially launch of MediaPad T5 tablet in India.

Specification & Features

Huawei’s MediaPad T5 is a 10.1-inch tablet which sports a 1920 x 1200 resolution. Tablets generally do not feature minimal bezels and this also applies for the T5. The screen-to-body ratio of the device is still a respectable 76.4%. The tablet places emphasis on multi-media consumption owing to its large footprint. This is further bolstered by its dual stereo speakers.

HiSilicon Kirin 659 SoC drives the MediaPad T5 with RAM offerings varying from 2GB and 3GB. Huawei offers 2 storage options, namely 16GB and 32GB. The internal storage can be supplemented through its expandable storage solution via microSD card that supports up to 256GB. A massive 5,100mAh battery powers the entire device and should, at least on paper, deliver exceptional up time.

MediaPad T5 runs the EMUI 8.0 that is based on the dated Android 8.0 Oreo. The tablet features a dedicated Children’s Corner that allows separation and locking of certain apps when in the hands of kids. The feature also has a reminder that informs children to maintain a proper posture while using the tablet. A timer can be enabled that restricts over usage of the device.

Price and Availability

Huawei is shipping the MediaPad T5 in two configurations carrying different prices. The first is the 2GB RAM+16GB ROM variant which is priced at INR 14,999, while the beefier version that offers 3GB RAM+32GB ROM will be sold for 16,999. The Chinese company will start taking pre-orders for the tablet on Amazon alongside a complimentary bundle worth INR 2,999 which includes a flip cover and earphones.

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Huawei’s sub-brand Honor had promised further Android support for its concerned Indian audience in a recent tweet.. The aforementioned ban had Huawei stuck in a no-mans land with US based firms that had the hardware and software it required. The tech giant is now well on its way to regain its grounds lost over the past couple of months, starting with the MediaPad T5.

July 10, 2019
Nokia 9 PureView With 5 Rear Cameras Launched In India
After missing several rumoured launch dates, the photography centric Nokia 9 PureView has finally been launched in India. The handset has a premium build with a Quad HD display and five rear cameras which are placed in an elegant constellation shaped layout. The handset carries a hefty price tag of Rs 49,999. However, the camera capabilities that Nokia proposes are valid enough to lure in customers.

Nokia 9 PureView Design And Specs

The Nokia 9 PureView has an attractive design with glass on both front and rear which is reinforced using an aluminium chassis. The handset measures 155 x 75 x 8 mm and tips the scale at 172 grams. It sports a 5.99 inch Plastic OLED display that has a QHD resolution of 2880 x 1440 px and a pixel density of 538 ppi.

The left and right bezels around the display of the Nokia 9 PureView are negligible while the top and bottom bezels are considerably thick. The bezel above the display houses the Nokia branding, earpiece grille for receiving phone calls and a 20 MP front-facing selfie camera which can also capture 1080p videos @ 30fps. For rapidly and securely getting through the lock screen, it features an in-display fingerprint sensor which has become common sighting on most flagship smartphones.

For added protection, both the front and rear panel of the Nokia 9 PureView is covered with Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The rear panel of the device carries the Nokia branding, Android One logo and its key highlighting feature, the Penta camera setup. The rear camera setup consists of five 12 MP sensor and an LED flash. Out of the five cameras, two are RGB sensors while the remaining three are mono sensors.

The Nokia 9 PureView runs on latest Android 9 Pie and the Android One logo at its rear assures the device is guaranteed to receive at least 2 major Android updates for. The handset is powered by a generous 3,320 mAh battery which can be charged via the bottom-mounted USB Type-C port. In addition to the wired charging it also supports Qi wireless charging. Connectivity options on the smartphone include 4G VoLTE, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS and GLONASS.

Nokia 9 PureView Price, Storage, Colours and Availability

The Nokia 9 PureView is available in just one colour variant which is Blue. The handset is available for purchase online from Flipkart.com starting 10th of July. It will also be sold via offline stores starting the 17th of July. The device is offered in a single storage variant for which the price is as follows:
- 6 GB + 128 GB – Rs 49,999
Even though the Nokia 9 PureView not equipped with the latest flagship processor or does not support high-speed charging, the device is aimed towards an entirely different set of audience which ranges from professional photographers to budding enthusiasts.

Also Read: MacBook Air and 13 Inch MacBook Pro With Touch Bar Launched In India

All in all, the Nokia 9 PureView is a worthwhile smartphone that has its own advantages which are backed by company’s strong affinity.
July 10, 2019

Apple Quietly Updates The Macbook Air And 13 Inch Macbook Pro With Touch Bar

In the year 2019, Apple has already upgraded a number of existing Mac computers which include the 15 inch MacBook notebook computer and the iMac desktop computer. On the 10th of July, the company silently refreshed the 13 inch MacBook Pro and the MacBook Air with an upgraded display and 8th Gen Intel CPUs. Also, the company has reduced the price of the device to rake in more customers and boost sales. Besides, the 12 inch MacBook which was first unveiled in 2015 has been discontinued.

2019 MacBook Air

In terms of design, the MacBook Air retains the thin and light design which has been a staple to this lineup of ultra-portable notebook computers. The laptop measures 304.1 x 212.4 x 4.1/15.6 mm and weighs only 1.25 kg. It sports a 13.3-inch Retina display which supports Apple’s proprietary True Tone technology that can automatically adjust the colour temperature for a comfortable viewing experience.

In addition, the 2019 MacBook Air gets a TouchID sensor for biometric verification. The compact notebook computer is kitted with an 8th gen Intel Core i5 processor which has a base frequency of 1.6 GHz and a turbo boost upto 3.6 GHz. The MacBook Air is offered with 8 GB of 2133 MHz LPDDR3 RAM which can be kitted with upto 128 GB of 256 GB of PCIe based SSD.

The 2019 MacBook Air features a 49.9 watt-hour lithium battery which can provide a battery backup of upto 13 hours dependent on the usage. It features a full-sized keyboard with 78 keys and a Force Touch Trackpad which features multi-touch gestures like pinch and zoom, two-finger scrolling.

MacBook Pro 13 With Touch Bar

Like the MacBook Air 2019, the MacBook Pro 13 features a 13.3-inch Retina display with a pixel density of 227 ppi. The laptop can be configured with two different Intel Core i5 chipsets. Both options have a quad-core CPU that features 128 MB of eDRAM. For further enhancing the security on the laptop, it features Apple’s in-house developed T2 security chip. The secondary chip is used for safely securing sensitive user data like passwords and fingerprint information. According to Apple, this chip combines an additional level of security which is virtually unable to be cracked via brute-forcing.

The highlighting feature of the 2019 MacBook Pro 13 is the addition of the Touch Bar with integrated Touch ID which was first seen on the 2015 MacBook Pro in 2016. The laptop is equipped with a large force touch trackpad which also supports multi-touch gestures.

As the name suggests, the Touch Bar is an elongated touchscreen display placed right above the keyboard keys. The feature is aimed towards replacing the conventional control buttons with a more interactive and modern approach. The Touch Bar can be used to regulate several functionalities like volume and brightness controls on the MacBook. In addition, it can also be used to toggle the most used or favourite apps with a simple tap.

The MacBook 2013 is offered with 8 GB of RAM which can be paired with either 128 GB or 256 GB of PCIe based SSD. The storage is non-user-replaceable, therefore, it cannot be replaced or upgraded at a later stage. Therefore, users must carefully select storage capacity at the time of purchasing the laptop.

Price And Availability

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Both, the MacBook Air Retina and the 13 inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar are available for purchase via both online and offline platforms. Price of both the laptops are as follows:

	Price In US	Price In India
MacBook Air Retina	US $ 1099	Rs 99,000
MacBook Pro 13	US $ 1299	Rs 1,19,000

Quick Specs

	MacBook Air	MacBook Pro
Screen	13.3-inch, LED-backlit 2560×1600 px 227 ppi	13.3-inch, LED-backlit 2560×1600 px 227 ppi
Camera	720p	720p
Battery	49.9 watt-hour	58.2 watt-hour
Processor	intel i5, 8th Gen dual-core base 1.6 GHz, turbo boost 3.6 GHz	intel i5, 8th Gen quad-core base 1.4 GHz, turbo boost 3.9 GHz intel i5, 8th Gen quad-core base 2.4 GHz, turbo boost 4.1 GHz
Storage	PCIe SSD 128 GB 256 GB	PCIe SSD 128 GB 256 GB
Connectivity	Bluetooth 4.2 802.11ac Wi-Fi	Bluetooth 4.2 802.11ac Wi-Fi
Ports	2x USB-C 3.1, Gen 2 (Charging + Data Transfer + DisplayPort)	2x USB-C 3.1, Gen 2 (Charging + Data Transfer + DisplayPort) 3.5 mm audio jack
Graphics	Intel UHD 617	Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645 Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655
Colours	Gold Space Grey Silver	Space Grey Silver
Weight	1.25 kg	1.37 kg

July 10, 2019

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Leaked In Images, Reveals Dual Rear Cameras

It was earlier revealed that Korean electronics giant Samsung will launch its flagship tablet this year. This device will purportedly know the Galaxy Tab S5 as the last iteration in the series was the Galaxy Tab S4. Now, contradicting earlier claims, fresh reports reveal the upcoming tablet from Samsung will be called the Galaxy Tab S6 and expected to launch soon. Along with the new name, a few images of the device have also been leaked.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 will be a flagship tablet offering from the company this year. It will be a successor to the Galaxy Tab S4 launched last year and is expected to feature top tier specifications. Leaked images of the tablet reveal the device will have a large display with thin bezels on all sides. Because of the poor quality of the images, other details about the front are not properly visible. However, the tablet is shown to be in its boot screen which reveals its name and that it will be secured by the company’s Knox software.

Over at the back, the Galaxy Tab S6 from Samsung has been revealed to sport a metal back with a ridge to store the S-Pen. The housing is expected to be magnetic to secure the accessory in place. In a surprising move, the device will have dual rear cameras, which are unheard of in the segment. While details about these cameras are not known yet, tablets are not generally known for their optical quality, so it may be nothing to be too excited about.

Galaxy Tab S4

Also read: Apple To Increase The Screen Size Of The Base Model iPads In The Future

Regarding the specifications, the reports claim the Galaxy Tab S6 will have a 10.5-inch display. The device will run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of memory and storage, it will have 6GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. The Galaxy Tab S6 will run on Android 9 Pie which is expected to be skinned with the company’s OneUI on top. Unfortunately, the rest of the details and pricing of the device is unknown at the moment. However, the tablet is expected to be announced soon, which will confirm all suspicions.

July 10, 2019
Apple To Increase The Screen Size Of The Base Model iPads In The Future

Apple is one of the market leaders in the tablet industry. Its iPad offerings are popular in many markets across the globe. The company’s tablets are one of the best in their category alongside the likes of brands like Samsung and Lenovo. Now, Chinese sources have claimed that the upcoming 2019 iPad will start mass production from July alongside details regarding other Apple products, such as the 16 inch MacBook Pro.

According to the report, the base model of the iPads will now see a bump in their standard size to 10.2 inches. It will mark a major design overhaul in a long time, a much-needed improvement. To achieve the new screen size, Apple may reduce the bezels on the devices. This further suggests that the company may also get rid of the TouchID still present on lower end iPads and replace it with FaceID like the iPad Pro.

The tech giants announcement of iPadOS at WWDC 2019 has sought to make its tablet a more viable productive device. It means that with a bigger screen and better OS, the Apple iPad can be more viable for portable work machine similar to the Microsoft Surface.

The company currently offers the iPad 9.7 inches which was introduced back in 2018. It supported the first generation of Apple pencil with price starting from $329; marking a minor refresh over the 2017 iteration. The design upgrade to the base iPad lineup was long overdue and can potentially reignite tablet sales in the global market. Apple has yet to provide any statement regarding the matter.

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The new iPad will start production from the Q3 of 2019 and will replace the entry-level Apple tablets. Its new and improved screen will be a welcomed update for its loyal fans and customers. Finer details like specifications are still unknown. However, more information is expected to be available in the arriving weeks. Updates regarding this will be available soon.

July 10, 2019
Honor Play 8 Ultra Budget Smartphone Launched
Huawei’s sub-brand, Honor has launched the Honor Play 8 smartphone which is targeted towards the budget segment. Nevertheless, the device features a contemporary design with glass on the front and plastic on the rear. Going by its price and specs, it competes against the likes of the Realme C2 and the Redmi 7a.

Honor Play 8 Quick Specs
- Screen- 5.71 inch LCD, 1520 x 720 px, 294 ppi
- Rear Camera- 13 MP, f/1.8
- Front Camera- 5 MP, f/2.2
- Battery- 3020 mAh
- Chipset- Helio A22
- CPU- Quad Core, 2.0 GHz
- GPU- IMG GE8300
- OS- Android 9, EMUI
- Connectivity Options- 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, 3.5 mm jack, GPS, Dual 4G, Micro USB port
- Storage- 2 GB + 32 GB, expandable upto 512 GB
Honor Play 8 Features and Design

The front of the Honor Play 8 is dominated by a 5.71 inch LCD display that has a resolution of 1520 x 720 px and a pixel density of 294 ppi. The display also features a water drop notch on top which houses the 5 MP selfie camera.

The rear of the Honor Play 8 has an attractive dual tone rear panel which houses the company branding and 13 MP camera along with an LED flash. The smartphone is kitted with the Helio A22 chipset which consists of a quad core CPU clocked at 2.0 GHz and the IMG GE8300 GPU.

The Honor 8 Play is powered by a 3020 mAh battery which supports 10 W charging. Connectivity options on the smartphone include GPS, Dual 4G, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2 and bottom mounted 3.5 mm jack audio jack, micro USB port which can be used for charging and data transfer. The device is offered in a single storage variant for which the price is as follows:
- 2 GB + 32 GB- CNY 599 (around Rs 5990)
Besides, the inbuilt storage it also supports memory expansion upto 512 GB via a dedicated MicroSD card slot.

Also Read: Vaio Launches Thin and Light SX12 Laptop With Plenty Of I/O Ports

To sum it up, the Honor 8 Play with an affordable price and modern design is a good option for users looking for a device in this segment. Details about the launch of the smartphone in India are currently unavailable.
July 9, 2019
Vaio Launches Thin and Light SX12 Laptop With Plenty Of I/O Ports
Laptop maker, Vaio which has now perished from the global electronics market is still going strong in its home country, Japan. The company has launched the Vaio SX12, an ultra-compact 12.5-inch laptop which only weighs 897 grams or less depending on the variant. Despite having a thin and light form factor, Vaio has managed to pack the SX12 with a wide variety of input and output ports which were usually present on much chunkier notebook computers from early 2010

The Vaio SX12 is made out of brushed aluminium which not only provides for a robust feel but also a premium design. The lid of the device is ergonomically designed, therefore, when in it is in the open state the base of the laptop slightly rises from the surface which allows for better airflow and convenient typing angle.

Even though Vaio SX12 has a compact footprint, the laptop packs a full-size keyboard which is well spaced. Also, the keys are coated with a special UV coating which prevents them from rubbing off after a period of time. The device features a multi-touch glass trackpad which is accompanied by right and left mouse buttons. For securely and rapidly logging into Windows, the laptop also features a fingerprint sensor.

As previously mentioned, the Vaio SX12 features a 12.5-inch display. It is coated with an anti-glare liquid crystal which reduces eye strain when the laptop is used continuously for long hours. The laptop is kitted with U line of Intel 8th generation processors which offer upto four courses and eight threads.

The Vaio SX12 is equipped with high-speed SSD which helps in drastically reducing boot times and app load times. In terms of I/O ports the laptop is outfitted with the following ports:
- HDMI port
- VGA port
- RJ45 LAN port
- USB C Port
- SD card slot
- 3.5 mm Hybrid Audio in/out jack
- Kensington Lock
- 3x USB A Ports
- Charging Port
In terms of battery, the Vaio SX12 is claimed to offer a backup of upto 14 hours which will vary dependent on the type of usage. It also supports 4G LTE, therefore, users who are always on the go can carry the device with them without fearing availability of an internet connection.

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The Vaio SX12 is priced between 119,800 yen (around Rs 75,500) to 216,800 yen (around Rs 1,36,000) based on storage, colour options, and processor. The device is currently limited to the Japanese market and the company is yet to provide a statement whether it will be launched in India or not.

What your thoughts on the mini yet feature-loaded offering from Vaio? Let us know in the comments below
July 9, 2019
Second Public Beta Of Apple’s iOS 13, iPadOS Released

Apple announced the latest iterations of its operating systems for its devices earlier last month at the World Wide Developer’s Conference (WWDC). These include the new version of the iPhone operating system, iOS 13; a brand new OS for iPads, iPadOS and an upgraded MacOS called MacOS Catalina. The company released the first public betas of the software last month, which can be downloaded by following the guide here. Now, the second public betas of the iOS 13 and iPadOS have been released, which add some features that were seen in the developer’s beta 3 announced last week.

What’s New?

With the second public beta of iOS 13 and iPadOS, Apple has added a few stability improvements. These should improve the performance of the devices running the software and also result in fewer crashes. With the latest update, the FaceTime Attention Correction Feature has also been added to the public beta. Exclusive to the latest iPhones for now, the feature uses Apple’s ARKit to make it seem that the user is maintaining eye contact with other people on a video call via the Facetime application.

On the second public beta of the iPadOS, Apple has added a new animation; which is designed to help the users keep track of the Split View Windows that are active at a time. The animation also works while taking full-page screenshots and in some other elements of the User Interface. All the features seen on the Developer Beta 3 have not made their way into the iOS 13 and iPadOS public beta yet. It may be because they are not stable enough to be used by the majority and should make their way in the next update.

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Users already running the first public beta of either the iOS 13 or the iPadOS should get an Over the Air (OTA) update on their device for the second public beta. If not, going to Settings then About and checking Software Updates should do the trick. If you haven’t installed a beta and want to try it out, know that they are not known to be stable and can experience random crashes; it is thus not recommended on one’s primary device. In that case, waiting for the stable release due later this year is recommended.

July 9, 2019