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HTC Launches U19e And Desire 19+ In Taiwan
Taiwanese smartphone manufacturer HTC has unveiled two new Android smartphones in its home country, which are the U19e and the Desire 19+. As reported previously, the company has been trying to make a comeback into the smartphone market for a long time now. It was not surprising at all to see why HTC chose its home market to launch the devices. Both devices look towards targeting the mid-range smartphone segment.

HTC U19e Specifications And Price

The HTC U19e features a 6 inch LCD Full HD+ display with a 2160 x 1080 px resolution. The display has an aspect ratio of 18:9. Under the hood, it runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, which consists of the octa-core Kryo 360 CPU and the Adreno 616 GPU. It is paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, with microSD expansion support.

Regarding the camera, the HTC U19e sports a dual camera setup, comprising of 12MP (f/1.8) primary camera and a 20MP secondary sensor. It supports 4K video recording with AI add-on features. For selfies, the U19e boasts of a 24MP (f/2.0) front facing camera. It is powered by a 3930 mAh battery with Qualcomm Quick Charge 4.0 support. Also, the smartphone features HTC BoomSound Hi-Fi. The device has been priced at TWD 14,900 (~INR 32,900)

HTC Desire 19+ Specifications And Price

HTC U19e

Alongside the HTC U19e, the company unveiled the Desire 19+. It features a slightly larger 6.2 inch HD+ screen than the U19e. The smartphone packs a MediaTek Helio P35 SoC, which consists of an octa-core Cortex A53 CPU clocked at 2.3 GHz and the IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU. It is bundled with 4GB/6GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB ROM.

Also Read: Xiaomi Mi Band 4 With Colour Display Launched

In terms of optics, it features the first triple camera setup ever seen in an HTC smartphone. It can be broken down into a 13MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 5MP depth sensor. For selfies, it has a 16MP front-facing camera which has support for facial recognition-based unlock and AI-enabled beauty modes. Both the smartphones will run Android 9.0 Pie out of the box. The pricing of the two variants is as follows:
- 4GB + 64GB: TWD 9,990 (~INR 22,000)
- 6GB + 128GB: TWD 10,990 (~INR 24,200)
June 11, 2019
Xiaomi Mi Band 4 With Colour Display Launched

After much speculations and leaks, Chinese smartphone OEM Xiaomi has launched the Mi Band 4 fitness tracker. It is the successor to the Mi Band 3 introduced last year and boasts of notable improvements over its predecessor. The wearable has been launched initially in China with global availability to be announced soon.

Mi Band 4

As mentioned above, the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 is the latest fitness band from the company. The most distinguishable change of the device over its predecessor is the presence of a colour display. It has a 0.95 inch AMOLED touchscreen display with a resolution of 240 x 120 px which is significantly larger than the 0.78-inch monochrome OLED found in the Mi Band 3. In terms of design, the wearable is reminiscent to the previous generations, with a pill like a form factor and interchangeable silicone bands available in five different colours, Orange, Purple, Black, Burgundy and Beige. As it is a fitness band, there are also features like a step counter, heart rate sensor on board.

In terms of connectivity, the Mi Band 4 is available in two variants, one with Bluetooth and the other with support for NFC (Near Field Communications). The latter is required for seamless payments with supported gateways. Notably, the latest wearable also has support for voice commands via the digital assistant present in the device. Like its predecessor, it is also rated for 5ATM water resistance. The Mi Band 4 has a 135mAh battery, which is again a notable improvement over the last generation’s 110 mAh capacity. Xiaomi claims a battery life of 20 days on a single charge with the device.

Pricing

Also read: Honor 20 And Honor 20 Pro Launched In India

The Mi Band 4 standard Bluetooth variant has been priced at CNY 169 (Rs. 1,700) while the version with NFC will cost CNY 229 (Rs. 2,300) for prospective buyers. The device is expected to launch in other countries including India soon.

June 11, 2019
Honor 20i Launched In India

At an event held in India, Honor launched its latest trio of smartphones which include the Honor 20, Honor 20 Pro and the Honor 20i. All three smartphones were originally launched in the UK and they mainly focus on photography. The Honor 20 and the Honor 20 Pro are top of the line devices while the Honor 20i is a mid range offering with a sub 15k price tag. This article discusses about the more affordable handset while the details for the Honor 20 and Honor 20 Pro can be found here.

The Honor 20i features a 6.21 inch LCD display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. The screen has a pixel density of 415 ppi. The device has a U-shaped waterdrop notch up top, which houses a 32MP (f/2.0) camera for capturing selfies. Moreover, the Honor 20i sports a triple rear camera module, which consists of a 24MP (f/1.8) primary camera, a second 8MP ultra-wide camera sensor and a third 2MP depth sensor.

Under the hood, the smartphone packs the Kirin 710 Octa-core chipset, which is developed inhouse by the company. It is fabricated using a 12nm process and comprises of four cores operating at 2.2 GHz and the rest of the cores clocking at 1.7 GHz. The Honor 20i is available in a single 4GB+128GB variant. Expansion up to 512GB is supported via the hybrid microSD card slot.

Also Read: Moto One Vision With Punch Hole Display To Land In India On June 20

Connectivity options on the Honor 20i include Bluetooth v4.2, dual-band Wi-Fi Support and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The smartphone packs a 3,400 mAh battery, which can be charged via the bottom mounted micro USB port. It runs on the latest Android 9.0 Pie, with Huawei’s custom EMUI on top. The smartphone weighs in at 164 grams and has a thickness of 7.95mm. It is available in three colour options, Gradient Blue, Gradient Red, and Magic Night Black. The 4GB+128GB variant of the device is priced at INR 14,999.

June 11, 2019
Honor 20 And Honor 20 Pro Launched In India
Huawei’s subsidiary, Honor has launched its latest smartphones, the Honor 20 and Honor 20 Pro in India. The devices were first unveiled at an event held in London in the month of May. The devices are aimed towards the flagship smartphone segment. Both the devices resemble each other in terms of design factor.

Honor 20 and Honor 20 Pro Design

The Honor 20 and the Honor 20 Pro have an elegant design owing to the large screen display on the front. Both smartphones have a punch-hole display which houses the front facing selfie camera. The rear panel of the smartphones is made out of glass which harbours the company branding and the quad rear camera setup which is aligned vertically.The right side of both devices accommodates the volume rocker and the power button which also doubles up as a fingerprint scanner. The bottom of the devices houses the USB Type-C port which is flanked by the loudspeaker grille on both sides.

Honor 20 and Honor 20 Pro Specifications

Both the Honor 20 and the Honor 20 Pro feature a 6.26 inch LCD display. The smartphone duo has a 32 MP front facing camera which is housed in the punch hole in the display. Under the hood, they pack the Kirin 980 SoC which is also present on the previously launched Honor View 20 and the Huawei P30 smartphones. The chipset consists of an Octa Core CPU and the Mali G76 GPU.

In terms of battery, the Honor 20 is powered by a 3750 mAh battery whereas the Honor 20 Pro is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery. Both devices support 22.5 W fast charging. Connectivity options on the two smartphones include 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, Dual 4G VoLTE and the bottom mounted USB Type C port. Both handsets pack a host of sensors including an accelerometer, proximity sensor, gyroscope and a compass.

The key highlight of the devices is the rear facing quad camera setup. Both smartphones have a 48 MP Sony IMX586 sensor, 16 MP wide angle sensor and 2 MP macro sensor in a vertical arrangement. The fourth sensor on the Honor 20 is a 2 MP depth sensor whereas the Honor 20 Pro has an 8MP telephoto lens. The devices can also capture 2160p videos @ 60 fps via the rear camera setup.

Honor 20 and Honor 20 Price, Colours and Storage Variants

Also Read: Battery Capacity Of The Upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Series Revealed

The Honor 20 Pro is available in two colour options which include Phantom Blue and Phantom Black. The younger sibling, however, is available in three colour options which include Blue, Black and White. The devices are offered in a single storage variant for which the price is as follows:
- Honor 20: INR 32,999
- Honor 20 Pro : INR 39,999
The company further claims that customers can return the smartphones with a 90% buyback guarantee within a duration of 90 days if they don’t like it upon purchase.
June 11, 2019
Sony Working On Smartphone With Six Rear Cameras

In the past few years, the race to put an extravagant number of cameras in a smartphone has increased significantly. From installing triple rear cameras in the P20 Pro to having a quad camera set up at the back as seen in the P30 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S10 5G; the competition seems to be just heating up. HMD Global’s Nokia upped the ante by providing Penta rear cameras in the Nokia 9 PureView earlier this year. Now, according to a reliable gadget tipster, Japanese electronics giant Sony is working on an Xperia smartphone with six cameras at the back.

Sony Xperia Hexa Camera Smartphone

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According to the tipster, who goes by the name Max J. on microblogging website Twitter; Sony is working on a new Xperia smartphone which will feature six camera lenses at its back. To enhance the front facing videos and photos, the device will also have a dual camera set up on the front taking the total number of cameras in the handset to eight. This will make the rumoured smartphone first in the world to sport a total of eight cameras; taking the mantle from the aforementioned Nokia 9 PureView with a combined six cameras on the device.

Sony Xperia 1

Also read: Battery Capacity Of The Upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Series Revealed

While the idea of six cameras in a smartphone sounds exciting, the tipster claims the device from Sony is still in development. This means it may take a while before any details about the specifications or how the camera sensors on the handset would work are revealed. Currently, the highest number of sensors in any Sony Xperia smartphone belongs to the Xperia 1 flagship launched back in the month of February. The device has a total of three cameras at the back and a single lens on the front.

June 11, 2019
Square Enix Roundup At E3

Square Enix has a lot to prove at E3, the largest gaming expo in the world. The Japanese video game developer has kept its loyal fans waiting for its Final Fantasy VII Remake and Avengers titles. Square Enix has announced the release date for both the games. Announcements were made for further titles in Final Fantasy series to also receive remakes and remasters (namely Final Fantasy VIII). Additionally, the franchise’s iconic music is now available for streaming online.

The Avengers

Reports had already confirmed Crystal Dynamics studio collaborating with Eidos Montreal for an upcoming Avengers game. A first look was given to the world through a trailer after years going by since the announcement of its development. Actual gameplay can be seen in the trailer with the heroes in all their glory, capes, and superpowers. The Avengers game is scheduled for a May 2020 launch.

Final Fantasy VII

One of the most critically acclaimed game in the Final Fantasy series, the 7th title still holds a special appeal to RPG (Role Playing Game) lovers. Loyal fans have asked for the remake of the 22-year-old game for a while now. Square Enix has dropped trailers and teasers since the announcement of the remake at E3 2015. The game now features a robust action-oriented combat system with the return of fan favourite characters like Cloud, Tifa and Sephiroth.

Outriders

A new co-op action game has been announced by Square Enix. The creators of the popular shooter Bulletstorm are working on the new title. Outriders is “set in an original dark and desperate sci-fi universe,” with drop-in an and drop-out co-op feature similar to many live always online game services like Destiny 2 from Blizzard and The Divison 2 by Ubisoft. The game will launch in summer of 2020.

Final Fantasy VIII

The 8th instalment in the Final Fantasy series that came after the extremely popular 7th game finally gets the attention it deserves. Final Fantasy VIII will be available on Steam later on this year alongside its PS4, Nintendo Switch, And Xbox One release later this year.

Oninaki

Tokyo RPG factory, famous for its Japanese styled RPGs or JRPGs, has announced its third title release at Square Enix E3 stage. The studio behind I Am Setsuna and Lost Sphear takes a slightly different approach with its latest game in the same genre. Oninaki is an action RPG with the players controlling a character “whose duty is to usher souls into the next world.” The trailer showcases some gorgeous art styles similar to most JRPGs. The game will be released on Steam, Switch, PS4 on 22nd August 2019.

Final Fantasy Chronicles

Square Enix announced a remastered edition of Crystal Chronicles, which originally released on the Nintendo Gamecube. Apart from the fresh new aesthetical changes, the game will now feature an online multiplayer. The remaster will ship to platforms such as the PS4, Switch, iOS, and Android. The title will arrive this winter.

Square Enix has been reeling from a disappointing E3 event and lacklustre performance in 2018. On stage, this year the company has a lot on its roaster for its loyal fans with the hope to recapture the glory of its past days with the new remasters and remakes of its most popular tiles.

June 11, 2019
Moto One Vision With Punch Hole Display To Land In India On June 20

Earlier this month, Motorola Mobility LLP sent out press invites for a launch event in India which is scheduled for the 20th of June. At the time the press invites were sent, it was a mystery what device the company will unveil in the country. However, the newly shared teaser on the company’s official Twitter account reveals it is none other than the Moto One Vision with a punch hole display. The said device was originally launched in the month of May in countries including Saudi Arabia, Thailand and Brazil.

Moto One Vision Features

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The Motorola One Vision has an elegant design accrediting to the 6.3 inch punch hole display that dominates its front. The display panel has a resolution of 2520 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 432 ppi. To protect the display against scratches, the Moto One Vision has Corning Gorilla glass protection (unspecified version). Intriguingly, it is kitted with the Exynos 9609 SoC which is manufactured and supplied by Samsung. This is the first time that a handset except for Samsung features an Exynos chipset. The SoC consists of the Mali G72 MP3 GPU and Octa Core CPU which is clocked at 2.2 GHz. In term of memory and storage, the smartphone is offered in a single variant that has 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of ROM. It also supports memory expansion upto 1 TB via the shared SIM slot.

In terms of optics, the Moto One Vision has a dual rear camera setup which is comprised of an f/1.7 aperture equipped 48 MP sensor, a 5 MP depth sensor and a Dual LED flash. The smartphone also has 25 MP selfie camera which is present in the previously launched punch hole in the display. It is powered by a 3,500 mAh battery which supports fast charging upto 15 W. The device on the latest version of Android 9 Pie which is bundled with Android One certification. The certification assures guaranteed Android updates for at least two years. Connectivity options on the Moto One Vision include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS and a bottom mounted USB Type C port. Like most modern premium smartphones, Motorola’s offering has also done away with the 3.5 mm audio jack. For safely and rapidly logging into to UI, it features a rear mounted fingerprint sensor. The smartphone is offered in two colour options which include Bronze gradient and Sapphire gradient.

Also Read: Battery Capacity Of The Upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Series Revealed

The exact price of the Moto One Vision will be revealed at the time of the official announcement. Though it is expected to be priced similar to the Brazilian variant which costs € 299 (approximately Rs. 23,500).

June 11, 2019
Battery Capacity Of The Upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Series Revealed

Samsung is known for launching its Galaxy Note series smartphones at the end of summer every year. Going by the same launch cycle, the South Korean company’s upcoming flagship, the Galaxy Note 10 is expected to be unveiled in the month of August 2019. Ahead of its official announcement, rumours regarding the device have started to surface. For instance, the company is planning to introduce at least two Note models this year, which are the Note 10 and the Note 10 Pro. Leaks suggest that both the devices will pack a 4,170 mAh battery.

Galaxy Note 10 Pro Renders

As per sources, the model numbers for the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10 Pro will be SM-N975 and SM-N976 respectively. Reports further state that the model numbers were attributed to a single model with 4G and 5G support respectively. In terms of specifications, the Galaxy Note 10 is expected to feature a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED screen. In terms of storage, the device packs 128 GB ROM for the base variant. It is most likely to be powered by a 4,170 mAh battery with support for 45W fast charging, although rumours regarding 25W fast charging have also surfaced.

On the other hand, the specced-up variant of the Note 10, the Note 10 Pro will feature a larger 6.8 inch AMOLED display and the same 4,170 mAh battery present in its younger sibling. The Pro version would pack 256GB of internal storage for the base variant, with an option to expand to 1TB of ROM. Since a larger display will consume more battery, the battery life of the Note 10 Pro will definitely undercut that of the Galaxy Note 10.

Also Read: Microsoft Xbox 2020 Leaked To Arrive In Two Variants

Under the hood, the Note 10 series smartphones are expected to run on the 7nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset or the Exynos 9825, depending on the region. As previously reported, the devices will feature quad rear cameras, out of which three would be accommodated in a vertical module. In terms of the front camera, a camera sensor housed in the centre-mounted hole-punch would be used to click selfies. Moreover, the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10 Pro will most likely be Samsung’s first flagship (except the Galaxy Fold) to not include the 3.5mm audio jack. The devices are expected to be unveiled in the month of August 2019.

June 11, 2019
Google Pixel 4 Renders Leaked On Twitter

Google’s flagship smartphone, the Pixel series, are now caught amidst various rumours. Leaks across the internet showcase entirely different form factors and design. One of the most reliable sources from which information can be gathered is from a leakster OnLeaks on Twitter. Google had recently launched its mid-range handsets, the Pixel 3a and 3a XL. Anticipation regarding its upcoming flagship smartphones lineup has been building up nearing its announcement in October. The famous leakster OnLeaks (on Twitter) leaked out planned schematics of the Pixel 4. The 5K renders of the latest Pixel flagship are claimed to be based on prototypes and might undergo slight changes before its actual launch.

And here comes your very first glimpse at the #Google #Pixel4 in form of gorgeous 5K renders based upon early prototyping schematics, on behalf of my Friends over @Pricebaba -> https://t.co/gjbtMlybdg (Please read the full story before reacting in order to make educated comments) pic.twitter.com/ZZAiseB9WP
— Steve H.McFly (@OnLeaks) June 10, 2019

The most notable aspect of the renders points at the square camera module, similar to the leaked Apple iPhone XI renders. Google Pixel smartphones are known for their class-leading camera capabilities with its single camera sensor setup. The new leaks have pointed to a dual and, quite possibly, a triple camera module at the rear. This will be the first multi-camera function utilized on the Google Pixel. Renders also highlight the lack of a fingerprint sensor, that is traditionally placed on the back of the company’s smartphones.

The American company might be going for 3D face recognition tech in addition to in-display fingerprint sensor with the Google Pixel 4. Due to an earpiece being seen in the renders, it is safe to assume a notch will be present this year as well. Two speaker grills are seen on the sides of the USB Type-C port, ditching its front-facing speakers seen in previous iterations. Physical buttons for volume and power can be found on the right side of the device with the left being devoid of any seams. Similar to its predecessors, the Google Pixel skips out on the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Also Read: Microsoft Xbox 2020 Leaked To Arrive In Two Variants

Specifications

Finer details regarding the Google Pixel 4 and any of its variants are yet to be discerned. Being a flagship grade device, it is most likely to be equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC which is one of the few options for high end SoCs. The device from the search engine giant might finally cross the 4GB RAM threshold with alleged benchmarks of 6GB variants being seen. Since it is a Google flagship handset, it is destined to ship with the latest version of Android OS which will be Android Q at the time of launch.

June 11, 2019
LG’s Budget Smartphone Lineup To Be Called The W Series

It was reported a few days ago that Korean smartphone OEM LG is looking forward to introducing an exclusive, online-only handset series in India. This was seen as a move to regain the market share lost to Chinese rivals such as Xiaomi, Realme and Honor. Unfortunately, no other details about the devices were known at the moment. Now, a known gadget tipster has revealed; that the upcoming lineup of smartphones from LG will fall under the W series and will be exclusively sold via Amazon.

LG W Series

As mentioned above, the W series from LG will fall under a new, budget lineup of smartphones that will be exclusively available online. The leaked images of the device reveal that it will have an all-glass design on the front and back; with an attractive gradient coloured rear panel. To maximise the screen real estate, a waterdrop style notch like one found on the Samsung Galaxy M20 will also be present on the handset. For biometric security and quickly accessing the smartphone, a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor will also make an appearance.

The tipster further claims the LG W series or the top tier smartphone in the lineup to be precise will run on the 12nm MediaTek Helio P60 SoC. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Mali-G72 MP3 GPU. In terms of optics, the device has been revealed to have a triple rear camera setup, details of which are unknown at the moment. A single front-facing camera can also be seen in the waterdrop notch on top of the display.

Also read: Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s With A Rugged Build & IP68 Certification Launched

The LG W series will be powered by a 4000mAh battery as confirmed by the leaked promotional images of the smartphone. It also has been revealed to sport the company’s Boombox speaker technology first seen with the LG G7 launched last year. It is expected that the company will announce more than one device in the lineup; however, details about the top end handset only seem to have been leaked. Unfortunately, it is not known when LG will launch the W series in the Indian market, but the increasing intensity of the leaks suggest its launch is imminent. The aforementioned smartphone is rumoured to be priced at Rs. 12,999 at the time of launch.

June 11, 2019
Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s With A Rugged Build & IP68 Certification Launched

Catering to the need of consumers who need a tough and rugged smartphone, Samsung has launched the Galaxy XCover 4s. The newly launched device has a robust build with a design reminiscent of its predecessor, the Galaxy XCover 4 from the year 2017.

Galaxy XCover 4s Features

The front of the Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s accommodates a 5.0 inch display with HD plus resolution. The display of the smartphone is surrounded by chunky bezels on both the top and bottom while the left and right bezels are comparatively thinner. The bezel above the display houses the Samsung branding, earpiece grille and the 5 MP front facing camera. The bezel below the display houses three physical Android navigation buttons which will allow the device to be operated even if the user has wet or dirty hands.

Carrying forward the rugged design language to the back, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s has a sturdy plastic panel which is user removable. The rear plastic panel houses the company branding and 16 MP camera along with an LED flash. Under the hood, the device features the Exynos 7885 chipset which consists of an Octa Core CPU and the Mali G71 MP2 GPU.

In terms of memory and storage, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s has 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. Besides the inbuilt storage, it also supports memory expansion upto 512 GB via a microSD card. The smartphone is powered by a 2800 mAh battery. It runs on the latest Android 9 Pie which is skinned with Samsung’s custom UI. Talking about the ruggedness and durability of the device, it is IP68 dust and water resistant. To further strengthen the durability aspect it is MIL-STD 810G compliant as well.

Galaxy XCover 4s Price And Availability

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The Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s is currently launched in Italy with commercial availability beginning in the month of July. The smartphone is priced at €299.99 (around Rs 23,500) for the single 3 GB RAM + 32 GB ROM variant. Samsung is yet to provide a statement whether the device will make its way to the Indian shores or not.

June 11, 2019
Microsoft Xbox 2020 Leaked To Arrive In Two Variants

Shortly after Project Scarlett was announced at the E3 Gaming Convention 2019, leaks and rumours have shrouded Microsoft’s upcoming gaming console in mystery. The next iteration of the Xbox is expected to define a new era in console gaming. For instance, it is speculated that the upcoming Xbox will support 8K gaming, 120 fps and ray tracing technology. Microsoft has named it Project Scarlett, and more information regarding the gaming console is expected to be available soon. However, a user on social media website Reddit has revealed some key information regarding the upcoming Xbox.

The leaks state that the next generation gaming console will officially be named the Xbox V. Furthermore, the company will announce not one, but two consoles and the specced-up variant of the Xbox V will be called the Xbox VX. Where the toned down variant of Microsoft’s gaming console is speculated to be priced at US$ 400 (~INR 27,800), the Xbox VX will most likely be priced at US$ 500 (~INR 34,800).

The Xbox V will not include a disk drive, which explains the lower pricing of the same. Additionally, the console will also compromise on some other hardware specifications, implying that Microsoft wants to take on the cheaper variant of Sony’s PlayStation 5 when it will be announced. On the other hand, the more powerful Xbox VX will feature an inbuilt disk drive, 4K support, and a Blu-Ray reader. Both variants of the Xbox will have 1TB of internal storage by default. The 2TB variant of both consoles will be priced at US$ 100 more than the price of the base variants.

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The leak source further states that Microsoft has some exclusive game titles that are lined up for a later release. However, the American company may not unveil any information regarding the games anytime soon since it is more focused on strengthening its current lineup of games. Lastly, the speculated Xbox V and Xbox VX are expected to be released in the month of November 2020. Going by the leaks, the project was named Scarlet but infact the code names of both the consoles are “Lockhart” and “Anaconda”. Note that the information mentioned above is solely based on a leak, so it’s wise that it should be taken with a grain of salt. Nonetheless, a clash of the consoles is apparent in 2020, so interested fans might just have to wait.

June 11, 2019
5 Features That We Want In The iPhone 11
As we draw closer to the launch date of the iPhone 11 (iPhone XI), Apple fans are expecting a host of new features in the upcoming smartphone. The next generation iPhone is expected to be launched in the month of September 2019, alongside a new iteration of the Apple Watch. Triple rear camera set up in the device has already been revealed, thanks to countless leaks and rumours across the web. However, here are some upgrades that we are really looking forward to in the Apple iPhone 11.

More Internal Storage

iPhone XS

The memory requirements of smartphones are increasing with each new iteration since an upgraded camera and additional features imply that images will occupy a bigger chunk in the memory block. As mentioned before, the iPhone 11 will likely sport triple rear cameras, which is bound to result in larger-sized images. Moreover, with the introduction of native video editing in the iOS 13, users will tend to save videos on their device rather than the cloud. For the aforementioned reasons, it would be great if the company’s flagship smartphones feature 1 Terabyte of ROM. South Korean company Samsung was the first one to incorporate 1TB of internal storage in the Galaxy S10+ when it was launched in the month of February 2019.

Primary USB Type-C Port

iPhone X

It is expected that Apple will ship the iPhone 11 with a USB Type-C port instead of the Lightning port, which will improve the charging capabilities and unify connectivity across various devices. Apple’s MacBook Pro and iPad Pro both support charging via USB Type-C ports. As reported previously, the company may be planning a complete shift over to the USB Type-C environment. However, such a move may disrupt the sales of one of the highest selling Apple accessories, the USB-C to lighting cable adapter. Nonetheless, a Type-C port will be a nice and welcome addition to the new iPhones.

Faster Face ID

The announcement of iOS 13 brought forth a lot of exciting features, one of the prominent ones being a faster unlock speed via Face ID. The company claimed that Face ID authentication on the upcoming iPhone 11 will operate 30 percent faster than older devices. Apple is known for focusing on the performance statistics in all new iterations of operating systems. Hopefully, a combination of improved hardware (in the iPhone 11) and iOS 13 may result in even faster-unlocking speeds, which will be a delight for iPhone users.

Reverse Wireless Charging

iPhone XS Max

The presence of Reverse Wireless Charging (similar to the Galaxy S10+) in the iPhone 11 would be an added bonus for users. The feature will help users in charging their accessories with the help of their iPhones. For instance, the Apple Watch and the updated AirPods (with wireless charging) will be chargeable via Reverse Wireless Charging on the iPhone 11. Since the feature is hardware dependent, it will be exclusive to the new iPhones when they will be launched.

Smaller Notch

iPhone X

Multiple features of the iPhone X were welcomed warmly by users, except the wide notch up front on the display. Although Apple is justified in incorporating a large notch in the device (owing to the sheer number of sensors), it still affects the aesthetics of the handset. The iPhone X notch currently houses the following sensors
- IR Camera
- Flood Illuminator
- Proximity Sensor
- Ambient Light Sensor
- Speaker
- Microphone
- Front Camera
- Dot Projector
For this reason, it would be great if Apple reduces the size of the notch in the iPhone 11 by 10 to 15 percent, which would greatly improve the design factor of the next generation iPhones.

iPhone XR

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The iPhone 11 is one of the most anticipated smartphones of 2019, and it would be really exciting to see if all the features mentioned above make their way to the device.
June 10, 2019
iOS 13 Beta Reveals iPhone 2019 May Ship With USB Type-C To Lightning Cable

Apple iPhones are the major buzz around this time each year, right before the launch of its flagship smartphones. The company is rumoured to ship the upcoming iPhones with an 18W charger with USB Type-C to Lightning cable. Apple has already moved the iPad Pro over to USB-C for its faster-charging capabilities and compatibility with a lot more accessories.

It is unlikely that Apple would shift its entire lineup to USB type-C as it still generates considerable revenue by selling Lightning cables to its third-party accessory makers. The USB-C to Lightning cable adapter is one of the highest selling accessories from Apple. Hence, the complete shift would cause the company to rethink its revenue strategy and might only ship the iPhone XI and XI Max with the port, skipping the XIR. Since the iPhone 5 launched in the year 2012, the American company has used its proprietary connector dubbed the Lightning port.

#IOS13 #iOS13Beta Plus de Lightning et d'iTunes sur l'écran de restauration, de l'USB-C ? et un futur utilitaire pour iPhone sur mac ? @LeoDuffOff pic.twitter.com/iTJj4Tp18O
— Comic Book Guy (@__JeffAlbertson) June 7, 2019

The switch to USB Type-C to Lightning cable will also allow connecting the upcoming iPhones to a MacBook much easier; Negating the need for purchasing a separate cable to make the connection. The latest leak showcases a recovery screen from the iOS 13 Beta that shows a USB-C cable pointing towards a computer. The past iterations of this mode had a Lightning cable pointing at iTunes. However, due to the discontinuation of the iTunes platform, Apple may have decided to change the icon with the latest update.

The company has made fast charging feature available in its smartphone lineups since 2017s iPhone 8. However, the devices were never bundled with the fast charger but had to be separately purchased. Apple has since bundled the 18W fast charger along with the iPad Pro in late 2018, a first for the company. This move might be mirrored in the newer releases in Q3 2019.

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The faster charging rates and better port compatibility in the future iPhones might take away from exclusivity but provide a healthy addition to the lineup. Although considering Apple’s tendency for a smooth and steady transition, it may entirely skip the USB-C to lightning cable for the new iPhones but instead offer the USB Type C port as a standard going forward in future iPhones.

June 10, 2019
Study Explains How Stem Cells Are Activated

The human brain is extremely fragile and equally bad at regenerating damaged cells. Be it an injury or a disease, the effects of brain neuron damage are mostly irreversible. Research led by the University of
Plymouth has uncovered a mechanism that can be used by neural Stem
Cells, or NSCs to activate i.e restore to their original form. This will help
scientists assess the behaviour of the brain in order to develop effective
treatments.

Neural Stem Cells manufacture neurons, which are responsible for
transmitting messages between different sections of the brain.
Furthermore, NSC also produce glial cells in the brain (which provide
insulation), so understanding the working of NSCs could help scientists
figure out a solution to speed up their regeneration. The study was
conducted using Drosophila fruit flies, and it confirmed that certain
molecules which form a complex called STRIPAK (Striatin-interacting
phosphatase and kinase) are essential to promote reactivation in NSCs.

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STRIPAK is commonly found in a variety of organisms ranging from
humans to fungi. When the research team was comparing the genetic messages of dormant and reactivated NSCs in live fly brains, they noticed something unique about STRIPAK. The compound basically acts like a switch that can be flipped on to restore the damaged cell to its restored/reactivated state. The lead author of the study stated that there is a lot more to be researched before such a finding can be implemented in human subjects. Scientists believe that in the future, brain cancer growth can be prevented with the help of Stem-like cells that are capable of regenerating from dilapidated states.

June 10, 2019