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Vivo Smartphones Might Soon Get A New Name

Earlier this month, Chinese smartphone maker, Vivo applied for a trademark with the title name ‘VivoX’. It was assumed that the company might launch a flagship device which will carry the moniker. However, a new report suggests that this is not the case.

Instead, the company wants to make a larger change with the newly filed trademark. Vivox will not be the name of a new smartphone, rather, it will be the new company name.

Vivo has filed eight trademark applications with EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office) which include Vivox APEX, Vivox NEX, Vivox S, Vivox U, Vivox V, Vivox Y, Vivox Z and Vivox IQOO.

All the applications are categorised as Class 9 with a description text containing ‘smartphone or mobile phone’. The suffix added to different smartphone lineup clearly indicates that the previously mentioned renaming of the brand is likely to happen.

Besides, the applications have also made another interesting revelation. Out of the eight lineups, five are already publicised while the remaining three are unreleased lineups which include the ‘V’, ‘X’ and ‘Y’ branding.

According to a German technology blog, the company has already registered the VivoX name in almost every country. Consequently, the official renaming can happen anytime soon.

In addition, another theory is being derived, that VivoX branded smartphones will be limited to Europe where the company will soon start selling its offerings. Whereas, other countries will continue to get devices with Vivo brand name.

The company has scheduled a press conference in India on the 7th of August which will see the unveiling of the first S-series smartphone from Vivo. Additionally, more details about the renaming of the company are also expected to be revealed at the same event.

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Conclusively, in order to verify all the claims, we won’t have to wait for long as the launch event is scheduled to happen soon.

July 31, 2019

Redmi K20 Lineup Will Receive A Price Cut From 1st August

Chinese smartphone maker, Xiaomi is recognised for selling smartphones at an aggressive price and wafer-thin profit margins. Surprisingly, the company has further reduced the price of its several offerings which includes the freshly launched Redmi K20 lineup, 2.

The price cut will be implemented from the 1st of August and is currently limited to the Chinese market. Though it is assumed that similar price cuts may also be implemented in India in the near future.

Following is the list of Redmi smartphones that will receive a price cut:

Model	Storage Variant 1	Storage Variant 2
Redmi K20 Pro	6 GB + 128 GB Before: CNY 2599 (around Rs 25,990) After: CNY 2299 (around Rs 22,990)	8 GB + 128 GB Before: CNY 2799 (around Rs 27,990) After: CNY 2499 (around Rs 24,990)
Redmi K20	6 GB + 128 GB Before: CNY 2099 (around Rs 20,990) After: CNY 1999 (around Rs 19,990)
Redmi Note 7 Pro	6 GB + 64 GB Before: CNY 1399 (around Rs 13,990) After: CNY 1199 (around Rs 11,990)
Redmi Note 7	3 GB + 32 GB Before: CNY 799 (around Rs 7,990) After: CNY 699 (around Rs 6,990)	4 GB + 64 GB Before: CNY 999 (around Rs 9,990) After: CNY 899 (around Rs 8,990)
Redmi 7A	2 GB + 16 GB Before: CNY 549 (around Rs 5,490) After: CNY 499 (around Rs 4,990)

The reason for the price cut is unknown, however, this could be due to a reduction in the cost of components which are generally observed with all companies, not just Xiaomi. Nevertheless, this is a praiseworthy step which reflects that the company is sticking to its belief of ‘honest pricing’.

As previously mentioned, Xiaomi is yet to confirm whether such a price cut will be implemented in India.

Also Read: The Samsung Galaxy M20s Will Feature a Massive 5830 mAh Battery

Though, taking the fact into consideration, that about 5,000 Indian netizens have signed a petition on Change.org to reduce the price of the Redmi K20 by Rs 2,000. Xiaomi could pass on such benefits to its Indian audience.

To sum it up, the unforeseen price cut is sweet move from Xiaomi which will undoubtedly boost sales to a great extent.

Interested readers can check the source here.

July 31, 2019

LG Is Working On A Flexible Smartphone With Rollable Display

The year 2019 has seen many new innovations and trends popularised in the mainstream mobile industry. One of such innovative buzzwords surrounded flexible or foldable smartphones. Samsung with the Galaxy Fold was one of the first to reveal a functioning smartphone with a flexible display despite all its flaws. Now, LG is also reportedly jumping on the bandwagon to introduce its own flexible smartphone which may have a rollable display.

Samsung Galaxy Fold

LG has trademarked the name ‘LG Rolling’ with the South Korean Intellectual Property Office. Earlier this year, the South Korean company had also trademarked names such as ‘Roll Canvas’, ‘Rotolo’, ‘The Roll’, ‘E Roll’, ‘Dual Roll’, ‘Signature R’, ‘R Screen’, ‘R Canvas’, and ‘Bi Roll’ with the European Union Intellectual Property Office. Hence, it is speculated that an LG smartphone with a flexible rollable display is currently under development.

Foldable LG Phone Concept

Notably, LG has already used rollable displays in the past. The technology is currently employed on its Signature OLED TV R. As the name suggests, it is an OLED TV that was showcased at CES 2019. The Signature TV features a 65 inch OLED display that can roll back into the base when not in use. Previously, LG had confirmed that they were planning to work on a rollable and foldable smartphone after various reports and rumours surfaced.

The freshly granted patent suggests that LG’s rollable handset is currently in-development stages whiles its name is still undecided.

LG Signature OLED TV R

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Conclusively, LG may probably not end up calling the device ‘Rolling’ but use the moniker to represent its key feature. Furthermore, the inclusion of the Signature TV technology in smartphones is a great step in innovation for the mobile industry. Foldable smartphones have already been made and seen but a rolling device could be the next big trend for the arriving year. Unfortunately, concrete information is still lacking but more news is expected to arrive soon, so stay tuned.

July 31, 2019
The Samsung Galaxy M20s Will Feature a Massive 5830 mAh Battery
In the Q1 of 2019, Samsung unveiled the all new Galaxy M lineup of smartphones which are targeted towards ‘millenials’. At the time of debut, the company introduced two smartphones that include the Galaxy M10 and the Galaxy M20. The former was targeted towards the entry level segment whereas the latter was targetted towards mid range segment.

Samsung Galaxy M20 (for reference)

Accrediting to value for money, both the smartphones have turned out to be one of the best selling devices in their segment. Clearly, the company would want to further continue the success it has attained with these handsets.

Falling in to the foot steps of the original devices, Samsung is reportedly developing successors or upgraded variants of the smartphones. While there are hardly any details about the successor to the Galaxy M10, a crucial piece of information about the Galaxy M20’s successor has been revealed.

Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1

According to the a notable Dutch Blog, the Galaxy M20’s replacement device will be called the Galaxy M20s and it will pack a massive ‘5,830 mAh’ battery. In comparison to the original handset, this is considerable bump which packs a 5,000 mAh battery.

Noteworthy, the Asus Max Pro M1 from the year 2018 was one of the first smarpthones to incoporate a huge 5,000 mAh battery and that feature alone became its USP (Unique Selling Point). Therfore, we believe such a huge capacity battery can be a vital feature and can make the upcoming Galaxy M20s stand out of the crowd.

Besides, no other details like the specs or design of the smartphone are currently available. However, it is assumed that, like its predecessor, the Galaxy M20s will have a modern design with an edge-to-edge waterdrop notch display on the front.
Moreover, RAM and ROM capacities on the Galaxy M20s will be similar to its competitors like the Redmi Note 7 Pro and Realme 3 Pro. Therfore, it is likely to be offered in two storage variants which include the following:
- 4 GB + 64 GB
- 6 GB + 128 GB
Also Read: Xiaomi Launches Redmi K20 Pro In Summer Honey White Colour In China

To sum it up, the Galaxy M20s is expected to be a worthy smarpthone in the mid range segment. However, in order to gain more details about it, we will have to wait until Samsung publically addresses it.

What are your thoughts on the Galaxy M20s that is reported to have a 5,830 mAh battery? Let us know in the comments below.
July 31, 2019
Xiaomi Launches Redmi K20 Pro In Summer Honey White Colour In China
After much hype, Xiaomi’s sub-brand, Redmi had launched the K20 Pro which is a flagship-grade smartphone. Despite having high-end features, the company has managed to put an aggressive price tag on the device. The key highlighting feature of the smartphone includes a pop-up selfie camera and a high screen-to-body ratio AMOLED display which features an in-display fingerprint scanner.

At the time of original launch, the Redmi K20 Pro was available in three colour options namely Glacier Blue, Flame Red and Carbon Black. However, the company has launched colour another variant of the smartphone in China, called the ‘Summer Honey’ has a simplistic yet elegant look. Besides the difference in the colour, the features and specification of this variant are the same as the previously launched variants.

In addition, the price of the newly launched colour variant of the Redmi K20 Pro is also the same which are as follows:
- 6 GB + 64 GB: N/A
- 6 GB + 128 GB: 2599 Yuan (around Rs 26,000)
- 8 GB + 128 GB: 2799 Yuan (around Rs 28,000)
- 8 GB + 256 GB: 2999 Yuan (around Rs 30,000)
Although no information about its India launch has been revealed yet, we assume it will soon be launched in the country and will carry the same price tag as the existing storage variants.

For reference, the specification of the Redmi K20 Pro are as follows:
- Display: 6.39 inch, Super AMOLED
- Front Camera: 20 MP, Motorised Popup
- Rear Camera: 48 MP + 8 MP + 13 MP
- Battery: 4,000 mAh, upto 27W fast charging, (shipped with 18 W charger)
- Chipset: Snapdragon 855
- CPU: Octa-Core
- GPU: Adreno 640
- Connectivity: Dual 4G VoLTE, 3.5 mm audio jack, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, USB Type C port, NFC, GPS
- Security: In-display Fingerprint Sensor, Face Unlock
Also Read: Oppo Treats The Flagship Reno Smartphone With 5G Connectivity

What do you think of the new launched Summer Honey colour variant of the Redmi K20 Pro? Let us know in the comments below.

Readers who to check the official listing can do so by clicking here.
July 30, 2019
Oppo Treats The Flagship Reno Smartphone With 5G Connectivity

Earlier this year, Oppo launched the Reno smartphone lineup that consists of the ‘standard variant’ and the ’10x zoom variant’. The distinctive feature of both the handsets is a ‘shark fin’ style selfie camera which is operated via an electronic mechanism. In addition, both devices have an edge-to-edge display and sturdy construction.

According to a fresh report, the company has also developed a 5G variant of the smartphone which will first make its way to the Netherlands. The device will be commercially available in the year 2020 and will be offered in partnership T-Mobile telecom provider which will be the first 5G provider in the country.

Oppo Reno Features

Besides, the addition of a Qualcomm X50 5G modem, the upcoming Oppo Reno 5G is reported to have the same design and features as the previously launched ’10x zoom variant’. For reference, following are the features of the smartphone

The front of the Oppo Reno is dominated by a 6.6 inch AMOLED display that is surrounded by negligible bezels on all sides. The device does not feature any obstruction causing notch to house the selfie camera, instead, it has a shark fin style camera that has a resolution of 16 MP.

Under the hood, the Oppo Reno features the Snapdragon 855 SoC which features an Octa-Core chipset along with the Adreno 640 GPU. The smartphone also sports a triple rear camera setup which consists of a 48 MP, 8 MP and a 13 MP sensor that supports 10x lossless zoom.

The Oppo Reno is powered by a 4065 mAh battery which also supports fast charging. For securely logging into the UI, it also has an in-display fingerprint sensor along with the support for the conventional screen lock.

Also Read: Upcoming Xiaomi Smartphones To Feature An In Display Camera

To sum it up, Oppo has geared itself with worthy smartphones to take on the 5G wave. Although details about its availability in India are currently unavailable, we believe it will also be launched in the country. Taking the fact into consideration, the X50 modem will be compatible with 5G networks whenever an Indian telecom provider starts offering the service.

July 30, 2019
Upcoming Xiaomi Smartphones To Feature An In Display Camera

Xiaomi is a renowned brand in the smartphone industry. The company is known to offer multiple devices at every range from entry-level to premium grade flagships. The Chinese OEM has managed to incorporate the latest trends relatively quick with devices such as the Redmi K20 series with its popup camera. Now, Xiaomi is reportedly planning on releasing smartphones with an in-display punch hole selfie camera.

Xiaomi has jumped on many of the trending bandwagons of the year like using in display fingerprint scanner and full body display. However, no punch hole selfie camera has yet been seen from the company. Back in February, Xiaomi was reported to have filed patents for a smartphone with a punch hole camera in different variations. The fresh report now also offers three different form factor of the upcoming Xiaomi device. According to the source, the smartphone is currently patented with 3 different models, namely A, B and C for now.

Model A features a wide punch hole display which houses all of the fundamental front sensors and selfie camera on the top left of the display. On the other hand, Model B features a similar anymore noticeable setup at the top centre. Model C is rather unique with a rather unfamiliar selfie camera and sensor setup spreading from the top centre to the flanking sides. Notably, each variation has a dual camera sensors while Model A’s punch hole recess is slightly higher than the other two. Furthermore, it is also unknown which sensors is housed but the patents mention ‘structured light’ so 3D face sensors might be planned.

Samsung Galaxy S10+

Also Read: Lenovo To Soon Launch A Smartphone With a Slider Front Camera

Punch hole display is one of the solutions to offer a lesser intrusive full front display viewing experience. The camera setup style is popular amongst Samsung’s Galaxy lineup which was one of the first to introduce the feature. Unfortunately, apart from the design, finer details such as specification for the smartphone are still unknown. It is expected that more information will be available in the arriving weeks.

July 30, 2019
Vivo Is Developing Multiple Smartphones With Dual Displays

In the past, Chinese smartphone maker, Vivo had launched a couple of innovative smartphones which include the Vivo NEX and Vivo NEX dual-screen variant. The key highlighting feature of both the smartphones is exceptionally high screen-to-body ratio. However, as the name suggests, the NEX dual-screen variant takes the idea a step further by accommodating dual displays.

According to freshly granted patents, Vivo is developing a couple more smartphones that feature two displays. Out of which, one is placed on the front while a smaller secondary display is present on the rear. The two handsets have a similar design with the key difference being disparate camera arrangement.

Like the original Vivo NEX dual display, both the Model A and Model B in the patens have a large screen edge-to-edge display on the front. The earpiece for receiving phone calls is embedded in the thin bezel right above the display.

In terms of ports and button, the bottom of both the Vivo handsets is occupied by a USB port which is flanked by the loudspeaker and microphone grille. Moving to the sides, the left side of the devices is occupied by a power button and volume controller. Likewise, the right side also houses another set of volume rockers which can be used depending upon whether the front or the rear display is in use.

As previously mentioned the rear of both the Model A and Model B of the Vivo smartphone house a secondary display. But the Model A features a comparatively larger ring light which is accompanied by the camera sensor and a secondary hidden flash. On the other hand, the Model B has a capsule-shaped ring light which surrounds the camera sensor.

Besides, both the Vivo smartphones can also utilise the rear display as a screen light as seen on applications like Snapchat. All in all, these Vivo handsets are just slightly modified variants of the original dual-display smartphone. Therefore, we believe they have a high probability of turning into real-life devices which will be commercially available.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Leaked In Green And Pink Colour

Unfortunately, the specs of smartphones are currently unavailable. Though they will be revealed with the official launch which is assumed to happen soon.

What are your thoughts on smartphones with dual displays? Do you think they offer any additional advantage over a conventional smartphone? Let us know in the comments below.

July 30, 2019
Lenovo To Soon Launch A Smartphone With a Slider Front Camera

In 2019, the smartphone industry saw many new design trends rise in popularity. The buzzwords were terms like popup camera (generally on the front), all-screen display, and an in-display fingerprint scanner to name a few. OEMs have been creating around these aspects and have released many unique smartphones such as the Samsung Galaxy A80 which incorporates all of the aforementioned features. Now, Lenovo may soon introduce another handset with a slider mechanism similar to the Z5 Pro.

According to a fresh report, a patent has been spotted on CNIPA (Chinese National Intellectual Property Administration) for a new smartphone with a sliding mechanism. The upcoming Lenovo handset will feature a new slider mechanism and is expected to arrive within a year. The component that slides behind the main display houses all the necessary sensors that the front of any smartphone offers alongside the selfie camera. The patent Lenovo was granted pertains two devices. It means that the sliding model will be offered in two variants.

The lower iteration of the sliding Lenovo smartphone only has a single selfie camera and a round dual camera module at the rear. Since the front sensors hide behind the main display when not in use, the device will offer a full front panel display. The higher variant is similar in appearance but features more cameras. Unlike the former, the latter is equipped with a dual selfie camera and a triple camera setup at the rear. The round camera module seems to be heavily influenced or borrow from Motorola’s design formula.

Lenovo Z5 Pro GT

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Leaked In Green And Pink Colour

Unfortunately, finer details regarding the smartphone such as the price and specifications are currently a mystery. Furthermore, Lenovo generally targets the Chinese market for its extravagant devices so we may not see a global release. The slider smartphone can possibly also be a successor to Lenovo’s Z5 Pro and Z5 Pro GT that also featured a manual slider functionality. More information is expected to arrive soon, stay tuned for more updates.

July 30, 2019
Google Confirms The Pixel 4 Will Support Face Unlock And Motion Gestures

It has been revealed that Google is working on the next generation of its flagship smartphones. Revealed to be the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, the devices will be the successors to last year’s Pixel 3 series. In an unprecedented move, the company showed off the handset’s design months prior to its launch. This made most of the leaks surrounding the Pixel 4 useless and gave Google the upper hand in building the hype around the smartphone. In what can be called another unique step, the company has revealed a few key features of the Pixel 4 in a new blog post.

Pixel 4

Look internet, no hands. #Pixel4 Learn more https://t.co/PYY0AFcnyI pic.twitter.com/f9v51VbXWd
— Made by Google (@madebygoogle) July 29, 2019

In the blog post shared by Google, it has been revealed that its upcoming flagship smartphone Pixel 4 will support face unlock. The device is not expected to feature any form of fingerprint sensors, so facial authentication may be the only way to access the handset. The new feature is speculated to be as secure as FaceID found on newer Apple iPhones like the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. It will also be used for payment authentication inside the Play Store and supported apps.

The teaser by Google also showcases a different type of technology on Pixel 4. According to the video, the upcoming smartphone will support motion sensing via a barrage of sensors present on the forehead bezel above the display. This feature will be called Motion Sense and will use the Soli technology the company showcased a while ago. It will allow users to skip songs, snooze alarms and silence phone calls by waving their hands, according to Google. The feature is claimed to get better over time. At launch, Motion Sense will only be available in a select few countries, names of which are not known yet.

Also read: Xiaomi Is The Number One Smartphone Seller In India For Q2 Of 2019

Unfortunately, more details about the Google Pixel 4 like its price and rest of the specifications are not known yet. However, it is expected that the smartphone, like its predecessors will launch in the month of October. So we do not have to wait too long to find out what the next generation of the device by Google will bring to the table.

July 30, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Leaked In Green And Pink Colour

Samsung will soon launch the tenth iteration of its Note smartphones which will carry the Galaxy Note 10 branding. Detailed information including the features, specs and design of the Note 10 and Note 10+ have already been revealed.

Additionally, a fresh leak claims that Samsung will introduce two new colour options with the upcoming Galaxy Note 10 smartphones which we feel look very attractive. The said colours include Pink and Gradient Green with a hint of blue. Though the official names of the colours variants are yet to be revealed.

In terms of design, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 accommodates a large screen display on the front which is surrounded with minimal bezels on all side. Besides, the display also features an in-display fingerprint sensor and a punch hole that houses the front-facing selfie camera.

The rear of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 harbours the company branding and a triple camera module which is arranged in a vertically manner. Talking about the sides, the left side of the smartphone houses the volume rockers and the power button while the right side is free from any button or ports.

Also new with the Samsung Galaxy Note 10, Samsung has done away with the dedicated Bixby button, which is now built into the power button which can be toggled with double-tap. Staple to Note series of smartphones, the Note 10 also packs an S-Pen which also gets new features. The updated S-Pen will reportedly support ‘air gestures’ which will allow controlling the handset without actually touching the display. In addition, while in typing mode, the smartphone will mimic the sound of a marker pen for providing a life-like experience.

Readers who want to check the detailed specifications of the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+ can do so by clicking here.

Also Read: The Entire 2020 Apple iPhone Lineup Will Support 5G

Conclusively, to attain official features, specs and price of the Galaxy Note 10 we will not have to wait for long as its launch is set to happen on the 7th of August at an event in New York.

What do you think of the new colour options of the Galaxy Note 10? Let us know in the comments section below.

July 30, 2019
The Entire 2020 Apple iPhone Lineup Will Support 5G

5G networking is one of the popular buzzwords that rose in the year 2019. The latest bandwidth is credited to be faster than its previous generation, namely 4G, and has already been introduced in certain markets. Unfortunately, a lot of issues are still plaguing the advancements with slow adoption and spotty coverage overall. Since 2019 saw the mainstream introduction, 2020 may see a complete integration of the newer networking bandwidth. Now, according to a renowned analyst, Apple is reportedly also jumping on the 5G bandwagon with its 2020 iPhone.

iPhone XR

Despite being a year away from release, the 2020 iPhone is already garnering hype and gaining traction. It is caused by news surfacing that report of the upcoming Apple lineup sporting exciting new features. Additionally, the 2019 iPhones will arrive in September and are unlikely to have 5G networking capabilities. Apple’s direct competitors, the Android OEMs have already shifted to the latest bandwidth generation in certain flagships and entry-level 5G devices are expected to arrive in early 2020.

Samsung S10 5G

Previously, we covered news regarding 2020 iPhones featuring 5G, however, it was speculated that only the expensive versions would make the cut. Now, reports suggest that the entire 2020 lineup of Apple smartphones will be supported. The move might be caused by the ever-increasing competition with its Android competitors; especially Chinese manufacturers that price their handsets aggressively.

Also Read: Xiaomi Is The Number One Smartphone Seller In India For Q2 Of 2019

Furthermore, Apple is planning to include sub-6GHz and mmWave on all 2020 iPhone models. mmWave band refers to the ultra-high frequency which 5G uses for its extremely quick speeds with low latency. A few OEMs have only introduced sub-6GHz in smartphones for borderline 5G capabilities and at a lower price. Apple to save additional cost will employ both wavebands for overall clarity and efficiency during development. Conclusively, the reports are still rather unconfirmed but are promising nonetheless, stay tuned for more updates.

July 29, 2019
Xiaomi Is The Number One Smartphone Seller In India For Q2 Of 2019

India being one of the most populated country in world, also has a massive smartphone user base. The research firm, Canalys has shared an India bound sales report that exhibits the sales performance of different smartphone OEMs in the country.

According to a report published by Canalys, Chinese smartphone maker, Xiaomi has once again come out on top as the most selling smartphone maker in India for the Q2 of 2019 (April to June). Noteworthy, the position has been held by Xiaomi since 2017 after it surpassed Samsung that held the postition for an extended period of time.

In terms of sales figures, Xiaomi sold 10.3 million (1.03 crore) smartphones in the Q2 of 2019 which is 4 percent higher in contrast to its yesteryear’s comparable quarter.

On the other hand, the Korean giant, Samsung secured the number two position as it sold 7.3 million smartphones in the same time period. However, in comparison to Q2 of 2018, overall shipments have slumed by 27 percent which is sharp downfall.

The third postion in list is held by Vivo which surprisingly has registered extraordinary growth due to its strong offline penetration. The company sold 5.8 million smartphones in Q2 of 2019 which is 63 percent higher in comparison to previous years corresponding quarter, in which, it sold 3.6 million units.

Vivo’s sister company’s Oppo and Realme also showed notable growth which hold the number fifth and sixth spot in the list. Oppo saw a growth of 25 percent YoY for Q2, while the newly incorporated, Realme saw exceptional growth of 303 percent YoY.

Last but not the least, other brands collectively that include Apple, Micromax and many more saw a sales dip of 42 percent in comparison to the year 2018.

Also Read: HTC Wildfire X Listed On Android Enterprise Website, Expected To Launch Soon

Overall, the Indian smartphone industry saw a negative sales growth of 0.1 million smartphones in comparison to Q2 of 2019 and Q2 of 2018. Nevertheless, the all inclusive sales are 33 million or 3.3 crore which is an enormous figure.

July 29, 2019
HTC Wildfire X Listed On Android Enterprise Website, Expected To Launch Soon
Taiwanese smartphone maker, HTC which was once a leader in the mobile phone industry lost its lustre after the arrival of Chinese OEMs that sell feature-packed handsets at competitive pricing. Nevertheless, it seems the company has devised new strategies and will soon be launching numerous smartphones.

HTC Wildfire E Plus

Earlier this month, four unreleased HTC smartphones were leaked online. In addition, another handset with the Wildfire X moniker has been listed on Android Enterprise website. The listing has revealed both the key features and design of the upcoming smartphone. As it has been listed on the Enterprise website, it is assumed that the handset will be targeted towards the commercial sector. In simpler words, the HTC Wildfire X will be oriented towards B2B customers and organisations that buy equipment in bulk to be used by there task force rather than the consumer sector.

HTC Wildfire X

According to the Android Enterprise listing, the HTC Wildfire X has an orthodox design with considerable bezels on both the top and bottom of the display. However, such devices are economical to manufacture and more robust, which is the primary concern of enterprise devices.

The top bezel of the Wildfire X houses a front-facing selfie camera, earpiece for listening to phone calls and necessary sensors like proximity and ambient light sensor. Unfortunately, the listing does not reveal the rear side of the smartphone or the crucial feature like the chipset. Nevertheless, it does provide key specs which are listed below.

HTC Wildfire X Quick Specs
- Display: 6.2 inch
- RAM: 3 GB
- ROM: 32 GB
- OS Version: Android 9
- Security: Fingerprint Sensor
Also Read: Oppo Showcases A Smartphone With Waterfall Display

To conclude, we won’t have to wait for long to get the official price and specs of HTC Wildfire X, as the Android Enterprise listing suggests that its launch is about to happen.

Interested readers can check the listing here.
July 29, 2019
Nokia 8.2 Reported To Feature Snapdragon 735 And 32MP Popup Camera

HMD Global, the parent company of Nokia, had launched the Nokia 8.1 smartphone back in December 2018. The handset carried Qualcomm Snapdragon’s 710 SoC and was a mid-range smartphone. Now, a new leak has revealed key features of its successor, the Nokia 8.2.

Nokia 8.1

Rumoured Specs

Nokia 8.2, similar to its predecessor 8.1, is also expected to be an upper mid-range smartphone. It means that it will be equipped with powerful specs right below flagship models like the Nokia 9 PureView. According to the source, the handset will sport a 32MP sensor at the front which will be housed on a motorized popup mechanism. Furthermore, it will be loaded with Android 10 Q along with Android One certification. For readers who do not know, Android One smartphones are guaranteed to receive two major OS update and 3 years minimum of security updates.

Nokia 9 PureView

Nokia 8.2 will reportedly be equipped with 8GB of RAM alongside 256GB of internal storage. Previously, there had been reports claiming that Nokia is releasing two 5G smartphones. One is likely a to be a flagship-grade device while the other is likely powered by a Snapdragon 700 series chipset. Nokia 8.1 was an upper mid-range smartphone with premium build quality so it can be speculated that Nokia 8.2 features a 5G modem with the unreleased Snapdragon 735 chipset.

Also Read: Oppo Showcases A Smartphone With Waterfall Display

Speculated Pricing

Nokia launched the 8.1 in two storage and RAM variants that started from INR 26,999, hence, Nokia 8.2 might be priced within a similar bracket. It is possible that the latest iteration may touch the INR 30k mark or even cross it. Considering Xiaomi launched Redmi K20 with Snapdragon 730 starting at INR 21,999, Nokia might launch the 8.2 around the original 8.1’s asking price to stay competitive.

July 29, 2019