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  • Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air With Intel Core i5 Launched

    Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air With Intel Core i5 Launched

    Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi has launched yet another product, adding to its arsenal. The Mi Notebook 12.5 inch has been launched and it runs on the 7th generation Intel i5 processor. It is the latest in the impressive Mi Notebook series. The laptop has been launched at a price of RMB 3,999 which translates to about Rs 40,000. As of now, nothing is known about the Indian launch of the Mi Notebook Air.

    Specifications

    The Mi Notebook Air has a 12.5 inch Full HD display. The laptop is 12.9 mm thick and weighs 1.07 Kg, justifying its Air’ title. It runs on the seventh generation i5 processor. It has 4 GB of RAM along with 256 GB of storage. Xiaomi has not revealed much about the Mi Notebook Air’s battery, but claims that it has a 11.5 hour backup on a single charge. The laptop is based on Windows 10 and also features a USB Type-C port. This is used for connectivity and charging as well. The laptop also supports fast charging.

    The company is not offering any higher configuration options on the Mi Notebook Air. Which is disappointing as buyers would not even get the option to opt for a better processor. But, the existing 7th generation i5 processor is still quite a jump compared to the m3 processor on the previous model. The laptop has been launched in China as of now and though the company has not mentioned anything about the Indian launch, we can expect it sometimes not year.

    Also Read : POCO Will Launch A New Smartphone On 25 December

    Now that the chinese smartphone giant has gained a strong foothold in India, it is looking forward to launch more and more products here as well. Earlier, top company brass had announced that they will bring more products to India and the Mi Notebook Air will surely be one of the best choices for the same.

  • POCO Will Launch A New Smartphone On 25 December

    POCO Will Launch A New Smartphone On 25 December

    Xiaomi launched the Poco F1 smartphone earlier this year in India which, was later followed by a lot of other markets. The smartphone shook the world due to its stellar features and killer pricing. It is the world’s first sub $ 300 smartphone to feature the Octa-Core Snapdragon 845 SoC. In comparison, other phones that feature the Snapdragon 845 chipset cost 2 – 3x the price of the Poco F1. As of now, the smartphone has received both positive and negative reviews. But, there is not much to complain because of its price. The company has posted a tweet which talks of a NewPOCO smartphone.

    The Poco F2?

    The tweet was posted on the company’s official Twitter account, therefore the piece of information is trustworthy. It indicates that POCO will soon launch a new smartphone in India. However, the tweet does not provide any information about which device the company will launch. Allegedly it could be the POCO F2 or even a revised variant of the currently available POCO F1.

    A famous leaker, Ishan Agarwal claims that the upcoming device is in fact just a Gradient colour Edition of the POCO F1. Additionally, the company will now offer the 6 GB + 64 GB and 6 GB + 128 GB variants with Kevlar back at a premium of Rs 1000.

    Poco F1 Specifications

    • Display: 6.18-inch LCD Full HD+ 2246 × 1080 pixels, 18.7:9 aspect ratio
    • Operating System: MIUI 10 Android 8.1 Oreo
    • Processor: Snapdragon 845
    • RAM: 6 GB/8 GB
    • Storage: 64 GB/128GB/256GB
    • Rear Cameras: 12 MP + 5 MP, Dual-LED Flash
    • Selfie Camera: 20 MP
    • Security: Rear Mounted Fingerprint Sensor, Infrared Face Unlock
    • Connectivity: Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5 .0 , GPS, USB Type-C
    • Battery: 4000mAh
    • Dimensions: 155.5 x 75.3 x 8.8 mm
    • Weight: 182 grams
    Launch Date And Pricing

    Also Read: Xiaomi Launches Mi Play With Deca Core MediaTek Processor

    The upcoming POCO smartphone is set to launch on 25th December. The company will officially lift the covers off the device then, which will clear up whether it is a brand new device or just a new variant of the current smartphone.

  • Top Tech : Best Wired Headphones Under Rs 2000

    Top Tech : Best Wired Headphones Under Rs 2000

    Whether you are an audiophile or a just a music enthusiast, you need to have a pair of great headphones. For all the avid iGyaan readers, we have combed the internet to find the best pair of headphones in the Rs 1000 to Rs 2000 price bracket.

    1.) Energy Sistem DJ2 

    Number one on the top headphones list is the Energy Sistem DJ2. The headphones have an MRP of Rs 2,499 but are actually available at a much lower price. They have a very robust build quality with rotatable ear cups. The headphones have 40 mm audio drivers which produce a high quality audio output. Most notably, the Energy Sistem DJ2 has a detachable cord which makes for easy storage. The auxiliary cable provided with the package also has an inline microphone and a dedicated button to accept or reject calls.

    2.) Sony MDR-XB450

    The XB suffix in Sony headphones stands for Xtra Bass and the MDR-XB450 are no exception. The Sony MDR-XB450 have a very premium looking design with a flat noodle style cable. The headphones have plush earpads which feel very comfortable.  They have 30 mm driver units and a gold plated 3.5 male audio jack.

    3.) Audio-Technica Street 

    The Audio-Technica Street headphones might not the best-looking ones out of this list but they surely cover lost ground with good audio output. They are available in black and blue color with a 1.2-meter long cable. They tip the scale at 140 grams and feel very lightweight. The headphones have an adjustable headphone to fit different users.

    4.) Audio-Technica Sonic Fuel

    The Sonic Fuel is the second Audio-Technica headphone in this list which is due to their additional features and solid audio performance. The earcups of the Audio Technica Sonic Fuel have a swivel hinge which allows them to lay flat on a surface. Additionally, they have an in-line volume controller and a dedicated button to receive or reject phone calls.

    5.) JBL Tune 500

    Also Read: Xiaomi Launches Mi Play With Deca Core MediaTek Processor

    The JBL Tune 500 have a very neat looking design with an immersive audio experience. They have a durable flat style cable which prevents them from tangling up when not in use. The JBL Tune 500 has an inline microphone and a small control button. The small control button can be used to activate Siri or Google Voice assistants on iPhone or Android smartphones. The headband of the JBL Tune 500 also has soft cushioning which makes them very comfortable.

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  • ASUS May Launch Zenfone With Pop Up Camera And Punch Hole Camera

    ASUS May Launch Zenfone With Pop Up Camera And Punch Hole Camera

    The Asus Zenfone series has been one of the most popular smartphones in the budget segment for quite a while now. With the latest device, Asus carries forward the tradition of big batteries, good camera performance and a great performance. However, here is some news that can make the upcoming series of Asus Zenfone smartphones even more appealing. A patent from the smartphone company shows that it is working on two new possible Zenfone designs. These include one with a pop up camera and one with a punch hole camera.

    The patent was filed with the EUIPO earlier this year and have just recently been published. They show many smartphone designs, all of them without bezels or a notch. The first design shows a smartphone with  a pop up camera. This means that the screen will be totally bezel-less and will have a sliding compartment on the top. This will house the single or even dual front cameras. It is still not clear as to whether this will be a manual slider or will be mechanised like on the Vivo Nex. 

    Additionally, the patent also talks about a second design with a punch hole camera or a camera cut out. This patent was submitted in Germany while the previous one was submitted in France. This design shows an Asus smartphone with a hole in the top left of its display. And it houses a single front facing camera. This technology is already seen in the Samsung Galaxy A8s, which was launched recently.

    Also Read : Xiaomi Launches Mi Play With Deca Core MediaTek Processor

    With the advent of mobile technology, every manufacturer is looking to beat the competition with something unique. This includes unique and sometimes even quirky design elements such as the camera cut out or the pop up camera to grab attention. Whether a smartphone will really make a mark in the market ultimately depends on the features it packs and its price.

  • Xiaomi Launches Mi Play With Deca Core MediaTek Processor

    Xiaomi Launches Mi Play With Deca Core MediaTek Processor

    Xiaomi held a launch event in China where they launched the Mi Play smartphone. The Mi Play is a budget smartphone with solid features and an attractive design that make it stand out of the crowd. To boost sales, the company has bundled the smartphone with 10 GB of monthly data.

    Design

    The Mi Play has a completely different design when compared to any Xiaomi smartphone. The Mi Play has an all-glass front and rear build with a plastic chassis. The front of the smartphone has a high screen-to-body ratio display with a small U shaped notch up top. The volume rockers and the power button are situated on the right side of the smartphone while the dual SIM card tray is situated on the left. The bottom of the Mi Play is occupied by the USB Type-C slot and the speaker grille while the top is occupied by the 3.5 mm audio jack. The rear of the Mi Play has a clear back with a gradient design which houses the dual camera setup, the fingerprint sensor, and Xiaomi branding.

    Specifications

    The Mi Play tips the scale at 150 grams and measures 147.76×71.89×7.8 mm. It has a Full HD 5.84-inch display with a pixel density of 2280 x 1080 px. Under the hood, the smartphone features the Deca-Core P35 SoC which is clocked at 2.3 GHz. For photography, the smartphone has an 8 MP front facing camera and dual 12 MP + 2 MP  rear cameras with an LED flash. Most notably, the 12 MP rear sensor has a 1.25 ultra micron size pixel which helps in capturing better pictures. Additionally, both the rear and front cameras support AI functionality.

    The Mi Play is powered by a 3,00o mAh Lithium-Ion battery and it runs on latest Android 9.0 Pie. In terms of connectivity, it supports Dual 4G VoLTE, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS.

    Price

    Also Read: Huawei Will Soon Launch 10,000 mAh Power Bank With SuperCharge 40

    The Mi Play is available in three colour variants which are Blue, Black and Red. The smartphone is available in single RAM + ROM configuration for which the price is as follows:

    • 4 GB + 64 GB- 1099 Yuan (around Rs. 11,100)
  • Samsung Galaxy A10 Might Be The First Samsung Phone With An In-Display Fingerprint Sensor

    Samsung Galaxy A10 Might Be The First Samsung Phone With An In-Display Fingerprint Sensor

    With a looming threat from Chinese smartphone manufacturers, Samsung has started taking drastic measures to ensure that it stays on top. With competition from Huawei in the global market and players such as Xiaomi beating it in strategic markets such as India, Samsung really needs to step up its game. Earlier reports had suggested that Samsung will be reshuffling its entire smartphone lineup. And also be integrating more features into its budget and mid-range lineup. This might be turning out to be true. As the upcoming Galaxy A10 is said to be the first Samsung device to sport an in-display fingerprint sensor.

    The Galaxy A10

    The Galaxy A series is the mid-range series from Samsung. Usually, these devices are not as feature loaded as the flagship phones, but lately, Samsung has been changing that. With the Galaxy A7, Samsung rough the concept of triple cameras to its smartphones. It then scaled that concept up by introducing the quad camera Galaxy A9. Additionally,the A9 features  gradient back panel, which is a first in Samsung devices. According to a Chinese leaker, the Galaxy A10 will be the first Samsung phone to launch with an in-display fingerprint sensor. Additionally, reports also suggests that an A series phone will run on the Snapdragon 845 SoC from Qualcomm.

    While every leak must be taken with a pinch of salt, this one is no different. Firstly, Samsung is said to be using the Ultrasonic fingerprint scanning technology by Qualcomm for its phones. This technology is 3x more expensive than the Optical in display fingerprint sensors. This leak is hard to believe. As using an ultrasonic in display fingerprint reader will make the cost of the smartphone to shoot up drastically.

    Also Read : Apple To Launch iPad Mini 5 And Entry Level iPad Next Year

    Additionally, Samsung might just save the technology for its upcoming flagship Galaxy S10 series. Being the 10th anniversary of the Galaxy S series, they will ensure that they put the best of every technology that they have, into this phone. Not doing so and putting it into an A series phone before that, might just take away the spotlight from the Galaxy S10.

  • Apple To Launch iPad Mini 5 And Entry Level iPad Next Year

    Apple To Launch iPad Mini 5 And Entry Level iPad Next Year

    After launching the new iPad Pro this year, it seems like Apple might also launch a new iPad Mini. This will be the fifth-generation of the iPad Mini. That is not all, the tech giant will also reportedly launch a 10-inch entry level iPad as well. What’s more, the report also claims that this will all happen in the first half of 2019. The entry level iPad is also said to be available in two versions.

    The iPad Mini has been long due for an upgrade with the last variant coming out in 2015. After the launch of that model, the only changes the iPad Mini received was a few price cuts. However, things were looking up as few reports had detailed that Apple would launch an iPad Mini this year, along with the iPad Pro and the new MacBook Air. Unfortunately, we did not see that happen. But things might change with the introduction of this so called, ‘low-cost’ iPad Mini. 

    The New iPad Pro

    The iPad Mini 5 is said to have an upgraded processor and a lower cost display panel. The new entry-level iPad will replace the 6th generation 9.7 inch iPad. The new iPad is said to have a 10 inch display with a much narrower frame. The entry level tablet is expected to carry on some design elements from the 2018 iPad Pro, but won’t be as sleek as the same. It is, however, expected to have Apple Pencil support, just like its predecessor.

    Also Read : Huawei P30 To Feature A 40 MP Triple Rear Camera

    With a decline in iPad sales over the years, Apple is looking for avenues to ensure that its popular tablet is back in the spotlight. It will also look to cut costs, to ensure a cheaper price for the new iPads. One such example is the reported plan to shift to Korean made LED displays from the current Japanese LED displays.

  • Huawei P30 To Feature A 40 MP Triple Rear Camera

    Huawei P30 To Feature A 40 MP Triple Rear Camera

    The Huawei P20 Pro had made a mark in the smartphone industry with its unique triple rear camera setup. It consisted of a primary 40 MP lens and had great camera performance. Huawei is expected to keep up this camera performance with the upcoming P30. Earlier leaks had suggested the presence of a quad rear camera on the P30 Pro. But nothing much was known about the non-pro version. Now, a leaker has revealed that the P30 will have a triple rear camera and will be a camera-centric phone.

    The Leak

    According to a popular leaker, the Huawei P30 has a triple rear camera. This includes a 40 MP sensor and also, 5x lossless zoom. Along with this, it is said to have a 24 MP front facing camera. The source also mentions that he go this information from someone who has seen the device in person, making the leak credible. At least, that is what he claims.

    Considering the fact that the P20 Pro had a 40 MP , 20 MP and 8 MP triple camera setup, we can expect the P30 to have something similar to this. The 40 MP sensor had an f/1.8 aperture while the 20 MP sensor had an f/1.6 aperture. The 8 MP depth sensor had 3x optical zoom. Considering that the P30 is said to have 5x zoom, we can expect a better depth sensor on the phone. Additionally, the 24 MP front facing camera and the rear camera, might both have great AI capabilities, just like the recently launched Mate 20 Pro.

    Also Read : Our First Taste Of 5G Might Not Even Be 5G

    While Huawei’s camera prowess is always appreciated, their phones always fall behind competition due to slower processors or hard-to-use UI’s. However, the company is now working on the issue and has already made the world’s first 7nm Android chipset, beating most of its competition. With a little more focus on its UI and some more tweaks here and there, Huawei’s upcoming phones can surely cause a stir in the smartphone market.

  • Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Gets MIUI 10 Stable Update In India

    Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Gets MIUI 10 Stable Update In India

    MIUI 10, the latest version of Xiaomi’s UI was introduced back in June this year. Earlier, the update was only being rolled out to a few models manufactured by the company, but now the update has become more widespread. Now, the Redmi Note 3 is the latest Xiaomi device to receive the MIUI 10 stable update in India.

    Redmi Note 3 users have announced that they are receiving the MIUI Stable Update, on the Mi Forum and have shared screenshots of the same. This is the MIUI 10.1.1.0.MHOMIFI update and is based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. It also has the July security patch update and is 261 MB in size. The stable version of an update is rolled out by Xiaomi after comprehensive testing. It is free from bugs and errors. This is different from beta versions which might have multiple bugs and issues.

    Update Features 

    The change log mentions the features and updates brought by MIUI 10. The update brings with it better camera optimisation. This includes a new XXXL text size option. There are also a few fixes for the camera. This include the issue where the previews didn’t match the photos in some cases and issues with gridlines in the fullscreen mode. With the new update, these issues will be fixed.

    The settings menu has also been optimised and now has a new design. A new, HomeScreen shortcut option has also been added with the update. The update also fixed an issue where the recording status wasn’t being updated int eh notification panel when a user paused the recording.

    Also Read : Google Increases Storage Limit To 20,000 Photos And Videos For Google Photos Albums

    The update is being rolled out over-the-air and therefore will take some time to reach all devices. However, you can keep checking for the update by accessing the ‘system updates’ option under ‘about phone’ in your settings menu.

  • Our First Taste Of 5G Might Not Even Be 5G

    Our First Taste Of 5G Might Not Even Be 5G

    With 2018 coming to a close, 2019 will usher in a new era of mobile technology. 5G is one of the most anticipated technologies. Multiple network operators, smartphone manufacturers and even chipset makers around the world testing and readying their 5G technology. The launch of the next big thing in mobile connectivity is just around the corner. However, according to the latest reports, the first layer of 5G which reaches consumers, might not even be 5G.

    American telecom giant AT&T has already launched its 5G network in the US. It did so on the 21st of December. And has made the network available to users in select cities in the US. But, there is a twist to this tale. While the company is advertising this as its first 5G network, it is just a faster 4G network, under the guise of a 5G network. How and why are they doing this?

    With the rollout, the company will be upgrading a few LTE enabled handsets with a “5G E” indicator. The 5G E indicator is nothing but a 4G network. This now offers 4 x 4 MIMO and 256 QAM technologies, along with other advanced LTE technologies. So now, a lot of users will see the 5G E icon pop-up on their screens, and AT&T will roll this feature out to many more LTE devices by spring 2019. Additionally, the ‘5G Evolution’ will be available in more than 400 markets in the near future, according to the company.

    Also Read : Facebook Developing Cryptocurrency To be Used In WhatsApp

    The exact reason for this step according to the company is that the 5G E technology will allow for the company to make the gradual shift into 5G technology. In short, this is the stepping stone to the much faster 5G netwrok. However, a lot of experts point out that this 5G Evolution plan might just confuse consumers even more, rather than aiding in the rollout of 5G.

  • Samsung Galaxy A8s Price Revealed

    Samsung Galaxy A8s Price Revealed

    Samsung had launched the Galaxy A8s smartphone earlier this month. The key highlighting feature of the smartphone is its in-display cutout for the front camera. It is the first smartphone in the world to have this.  Although the smartphone was launched earlier, Samsung did not reveal its official price. The Galaxy A8s is now listed on JD.com, which is a Chinese retailer and reveals its price.

    Design And Features

    The Samsung Galaxy A8s has a striking design with a 6.4-inch edge-to-edge screen. The display of the smartphone has a punch-hole, which houses the 24 MP front-facing selfie camera. The earpiece for listening to phone calls is built into the top edge the smartphone. The right side of the Galaxy A8s is occupied by the power button and the volume rocker while a dedicated Bixby button is placed on the left.

    The rear of the Galaxy A8s has a triple rear camera setup, fingerprint sensor, and Samsung branding. The rear camera setup consists of triple 24 MP + 10 MP + 5 MP cameras along with an LED flash. The smartphone is powered by a 3,400 mAh battery and it runs on the latest Android 9.0 Pie operating system. Under the hood, the handset features the Octa-Core Snapdragon CPU and Adreno 616 GPU.

    For connectivity, the Galaxy A8s supports dual 4G VoLTE, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer. The Galaxy A8s also has a bunch of sensors which include an accelerometer, a gyroscope, proximity sensor, and a compass.

    Storage, Price, And Colours

    Also Read: Meitu V7 And V7 Tonino Lamborghini Officially Launched

    The Samsung Galaxy A8s is available in three color options which are Blue, Green and Gray. The smartphone is available in single RAM + ROM configuration for which the price is as follows:

    • 6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM – 2999 Yuan (around Rs. 30,500)
  • Meitu V7 And V7 Tonino Lamborghini Officially Launched

    Meitu V7 And V7 Tonino Lamborghini Officially Launched

    Meitu is a Chinese smartphone company which makes luxury smartphones. The company has launched two variants of the Meitu V7 smartphone. The two variants include the standard edition and a special Tonino Lamborghini edition. The latter has been designed in collaboration with Italian supercar maker, Lamborghini.

    Design

    Both the models of the Meitu V7 have the same hardware specifications and a similar design. The Meitu M7 has a symmetrical glass front with triple cameras in the top bezel, and a home button in the bottom bezel which doubles up as a fingerprint sensor. The rear of the smartphone has a very unique design with dual horizontally aligned cameras which are flanked by dual LED flash on either side. The back of the Meitu M7 is wrapped in white and orange/green coloured leather with 4 gold plated rivets.

    The Tonino Lamborghini edition Meitu V7 is wrapped in white leather and has the Lamborghini logo and green, white, red stitching. Additionally, the company ships the Tonino edition smartphone with a premium leather pouch and wireless controller for clicking pictures.

    Specifications

    The Meitu M7 has a 6.21-inch Full HD OLED display with a resolution of 2248 x 1080 px. The smartphone has a 3,400 mAh Lithium-ion battery and it runs on the latest Android 9 Pie. Under the hood, the device features the Octa-Core Snapdragon 845 CPU along with the Adreno 630 GPU. For photography, the smartphone has dual 12 MP + 8 MP rear cameras and triple 12 MP + 20 MP + 8 MP  front cameras. Both variants of the smartphones measure 176.0 × 75.0 × 10.55 mm and weigh in at 207 grams.

    Price And Availability

    Also Read: Apple’s Blackmagic eGPU Pro Now Available For Purchase

    The Meitu V7 standard edition is available in two colours which are Cabernet Orange and Green Dream. Both the variants have 8 GB of RAM and the price for different variants are as follows:

    • Standard Edition 8 GB + 128 GB – 4,799 Yuan (around Rs. 48,900)
    • Tonino Lamborghini Edition 8 GB + 256 GB- 8,888 Yuan (around Rs. 90,500)
    • Tonino Lamborghini Edition 8 GB + 512 GB- 10,888 Yuan (around Rs. 1,10,800 )
  • Apple’s Blackmagic eGPU Pro Now Available For Purchase

    Apple’s Blackmagic eGPU Pro Now Available For Purchase

    Apple announced the Blackmagic eGPU Pro alongside the MacBook Air and Mac Mini in October. The Blackmagic eGPU Pro is an updated variant of the Blackmagic eGPU which was previously launched. Although the eGPU Pro was launched a few months ago, it was not available for purchase till now. The consumers can now place orders for the eGPU and Apple will commence deliveries from 15 January 2019.

    What Is The Blackmagic eGPU Pro?

    The Blackmagic eGPU is an external Graphics Processing Unit for Apple computers. It can be connected to any compatible Apple machine using a Thunderbolt-3 cable. The Blackmagic eGPU Pro when connected to an Apple laptop or desktop computer will provide it with sufficient horsepower to run graphics-intensive tasks, like playing video games and rendering video content. Apple claims that the eGPU is powerful enough to run intensive tasks that were previously possible only on the high-end iMac Pro.

    Design And Specifications

    The Blackmagic eGPU Pro looks like a tower PC cabinet with an aluminum build and plastic base plate. The eGPU has cold air inlet vents at the bottom and hot air outlet vents at the top which allow it to stay cool even during intensive data processing tasks. It measures 2944 x 1768 x 1768 mm and weighs in at 4.5 kilograms. The rear side of the unit has various input and output ports which are as follows:

    • 2 x Thunderbolt 3 ports
    • 4 x USB 3 ports
    • 1 x HDMI 2.0 port
    • 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 port
    • 85W power delivery port

    The Blackmagic eGPU Pro features an AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 graphics card with 8 GB of HBM2 memory. The RX Vega 56 has 56 computing cores that have a base frequency of 1156 MHz and a boost frequency of up to 1471 MHz. The device supports Apple desktop and laptop computers which run on macOS 10.14.1 Mojave or later.

    Price And Availability

    Also Read: Xiaomi Launches Mi Pay Mobile Payment Service In India

    The Blackmagic eGPU Pro is available at a price of $ 1,119 from Apple’s US website and the company will deliver the first batch between 15-23 January 2019.

  • After China, Apple iPhones Now Face Ban In Germany

    After China, Apple iPhones Now Face Ban In Germany

    Apple and Qualcomm’s patent war has gotten uglier, as some iPhone models have been banned from sale in Germany as well. Earlier, a few iPhone models had been banned in China, following a lawsuit filed by Qualcomm. Allegedly, Apple is using technology patented by Qualcomm. These were related to photo editing and arranging apps on a touchscreen. Apple seems to have found a fix for the China problem by rolling out a software update. But the German issue seem to be more complex.

    The German Ban

    In Germany, Qualcomm has asked for a ban on some iPhones which are using chips made by Intel. The Judge involved in the hearing ruled that some of the phones contain a combination of chips from an Apple supplier and Intel. This violated one of Qualcomm’s patents regarding envelope tracking. This feature helps mobile phones save battery while sending and receiving wireless signals. 

    Earlier this week, Apple had released a software update for its iPhones in Germany, hoping to avoid the ban by using a software update. However, the update was regarding the spotlight feature in the contacts menu. It had nothing to do with the modems in question. The intel modems came into use in iPhones starting from the iPhone 7. While the latest lineup of iPhones use Intel modems, exclusively. While Apple is already working on designing and manufacturing its own chips, that won’t be a possibility for some time now.

    The ban in Germany has led to the stop of iPhone 7 and iPhone 8 models in Germany. While Apple has appealed against the decision, there is nothing it can do as of now. However, the ban is only limited to Apple retail stores and the models will still be available with third party resellers. The latest lineup including the iPhone XR and the iPhone XS remain unaffected. 

    Also Read : iPhone Ban In China To Be Lifted Due To iOS Update

    Apple’s China Issue

    In China, Apple hopes to reverse the ban using the latest software update. But until then, some models of the iPhone are banned there as well. If the ban wasn’t enough to hurt sales of the iPhone in Apple’s third largest market, a new movement is now troubling the tech giant as well. The recent arrest of the CFO of Huawei in Canada has led to outrage in China. More people are shunning their Apple devices. And switching to Huawei and other ‘home-made’ devices to protest against the ‘unfair arrest’.

  • Complete Motorola G7 Series Renders Leak Online

    Complete Motorola G7 Series Renders Leak Online

    Motorola Mobility launched the Moto G6 Series of smartphones earlier this year. In terms of design, the Moto G6 smartphones were a big leap from its previous generations. The smartphones got all-new glass backs and an 18:9 aspect ratio screen. The company is gearing up for the launch of the Moto G7 smartphones, of which the renders have leaked online. The leaked renders extensively showcase the design of each G7 smartphone. The upcoming series of smartphones include the Moto G7, Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7 Power and the Moto G7 Play. The renders reveal that the devices will have an all-new front and back design.

     Design

    Going by the previous generation Motorola G smartphones, the Moto G7, and Moto G7 will be the pricier and feature-rich devices out of the four. While the Moto G7 Power and the Moto G7 Play will be low specced, more affordable options. The G7/G7 Plus duo and the G7 Power/G7 Play duo have similar designs. The front of Moto G7 and G7 Plus smartphones have thin bezels around the display and a small waterdrop notch. Similarly, the Moto G7 Power and G7 Play have thin bezels around the display but these devices have a wide notch instead of dewdrop notch on their elder siblings.

    Another differentiating feature is the rear camera setup, the Moto G7/G7 Plus have dual rear cameras whereas the Moto G7 Power/G7 Play have single rear cameras.  Most notably, all members of the Moto G7 family now have a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, unlike the previous generation smartphones which had front fingerprint sensors.

    Launch Date

    Also Read: Meitu M7 Tonino Lamborghini Edition To Launch Soon

    All four Moto G7 series smartphones are expected to launch in the first quarter of 2019. Motorola might launch the smartphones in April as the current Moto G6 smartphones were also unveiled in the month of April.

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