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Jio GigaFiber Commercial Launch Date Tipped, May Cost Rs 600 Per Month

Following the sensational reception of Jio 4G, Reliance Industries had announced Jio GigaFiber at the 2018 AGM (Annual General Meeting). At the time of kick-off, the ultra-high-speed internet service was limited to 1,100 cities and users could enrol via a registration process.

Although the beta trials of the Jio GigaFiber service has undergone successfully in most regions, its commercial launch is yet to take place.

According to a fresh report, the highly anticipated Jio GigaFiber service will be commercially rolled out on the 12th of August which is the designated date for company’s this year’s AGM.

Besides announcing the commercial avialbliliy of high-speed broadband Jio GigaFiber, Reliance is also expected to unveil products and services in the entertainment and IoT domain(internet of thing).

When the Jio GigaFiber service was announced last year, users had to pay a sum of Rs 4500 as a security deposit to acquire the necessary networking equipment. However, the company had later introduced an affordable version of ONT (optical network terminal) that has brought down the security deposit to just Rs 2,500.

In terms of the monthly subscription fee, Reliance is expected to retain the price of Rs 600 which was originally announced. Subscribing to the said plan provides a combo of three services which include GigaFiber broadband, Jio Home TV (DTH service) and Jio Apps including Jio Music and Jio Movies (both of which are on-demand streaming services).

Also Read: Huawei Launches The Honor 9X & Honor 9X Pro In China

Conclusively, as Jio 4G took over the telecom sector due to competent prices and widespread reach, the Jio GigaFiber is expected to replicate that in the broadband and DTH industry.

What are your thoughts on Jio GigaFiber? What do you think should be the right pricing for the service and equipment? Let us know in the comments below.

July 23, 2019
Huawei Launches The Honor 9X & Honor 9X Pro In China
At an event in China, Huawei’s sub-brand Honor launched its latest mid-range smartphones, the Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro. The devices are the successor to the Honor 8X series launched last year and features notable improvements in the design and performance department. The handsets have been launched in the Chinese market for now, with global availability expected to be announced soon.

Honor 9X Series

As mentioned above, the Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro are the latest mid-range offering from the company. The smartphones feature a glass sandwich design on the front and back with a metal chassis for reinforcement. Both the devices measure 163.1mm x 77.2mm x 8.8mm and weigh 206g. The handsets have a 6.59 inch OLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080px. To maximise the screen to body ratio, they use a pop-up mechanism to house the front-facing camera. This makes them the first smartphones from Honor to have a pop-up camera. For biometric authentication and unlocking the handsets, they have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner with support for face unlock.

Under the hood, the Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro are kitted with the latest chipset from Huawei, the 7nm Kirin 810 SoC. It consists of an Octa-core CPU and the Mali G52 GPU. In terms of optics, the Honor 9X has a dual-camera setup, which is comprised of a 48MP primary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. The Pro variant, on the other hand, has a triple camera layout which adds in an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens to the mix. Both smartphones have an f/2.2 aperture equipped 16MP front-facing camera housed in the pop-up mechanism.

Both the devices in the Honor 9X series are powered by a 4000mAh battery with support for fast charging. For efficiently cooling the smartphones under heavy load, they are equipped with liquid cooling technology. The Honor 9X will be available in three colours, namely Phantom Blue, Phantom Red and Magic Night Black; while the Honor 9X Pro will be available in the Phantom Purple and Magic Night Black colour.

Pricing & Storage Variants

Also read: Another Day, Apple Watch Saves Yet Another Man’s Life

The pricing of the Honor 9X series, along with their corresponding storage variants are listed below.

Honor 9X-
- 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM: CNY 1399 (INR 14,000)
- 6GB RAM + 64GB ROM: CNY 1599 (INR 16,000)
- 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM: CNY 1899 (INR 19,000)
Honor 9X Pro-
- 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM: CNY 2199 (INR 22,000)
- 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM: CNY 2399 (INR 24,000)
July 23, 2019
Another Day, Apple Watch Saves Yet Another Man’s Life

Apple Watch which was originally intended as an extended accessory to the iPhone has turned into a lot more. The smartwatch with built-in health-related sensors like a heart rate monitor (HRM) has saved a significant number of lives in the past.

Likewise, a 48 year old Brit named, Paul Hutton received a life-saving surgery after his Apple Watch notified him of irregular heartbeat pattern which would frequently drop below 40 bpm (beats per minute). For reference, the heart rate of a healthy human ranges between 60 bpm and 100 bpm.

When the Apple Watch notified him for the first time, the man visited a general practitioner who apparently diagnosed him with low heart rate. In order to resolve the issue, he cut down on caffeine. Nevertheless, his Apple Watch which was upgraded in 2017 continued to send notifications.

Following continuous warnings from the wearable device, he has referred him to a consultant who diagnosed him of a potentially life-threatening condition called, ventricular bigeminy. Readers who are unaware, this condition is referred to as a problematic heart rhythm in which there are repeated rhythmic heartbeats, one long and one shorter. This irregular heart-pumping action can lead to the improper blood supply to vital organs of the body.

The sufferer has since undergone a complex surgery that has supposedly fixed the underlying health issue. Though he continues to use his Apple Watch and perhaps will use it even in the future.

Also Read: Galaxy Note 10 Will Support Zoom Audio, Display & Battery Details Also Revealed

To sum it up, technology has actually come a long way and devices like Apple Watch are of great use in saving precious lives.

What is your take on health-related technology and gadgets? If you use any such gadgets yourself, do let us know in the comments below.

July 23, 2019
Galaxy Note 10 Will Support Zoom Audio, Display & Battery Details Also Revealed

Samsung will soon announce the 10th generation of its Galaxy Note smartphones which will be carrying the “Note 10” branding. Reports in the past claimed that like the Galaxy S10 lineup, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 lineup will have four variants including the “e” variant, “+” variant, “5G” variant and a standard variant. However, a technology blog based out of Greek suggests that the device will only be offered in two variant.

Besides, the source has also revealed key details of the two Galaxy Note 10 variants which are as follows:In term of display, the economical Samsung Galaxy Note 10 variant will have a 6.3 inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution while the second variant will have a 6.8 inch AMOLED display with QHD+ resolution. The former will weigh 168 grams while the latter will weigh 198 grams.

Notably, both the smartphones will skip on a 3.5 mm jack which reportedly allows adding 100 mAh of their respective batteries. Speaking of battery, the smaller Galaxy Note 10 will pack a 3500 mAh battery whereas the high-end variant will have 4,300 mAh battery.

Although both variants of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 will support fast charging the affordable variant will support 25 W charging whereas the top-of-the-line handset will support 45 W fast charging. Noteworthy, Samsung will not supply a 45 W charger within the box and it will be sold separately as an accessory.

The S-Pen that is a staple to Galaxy Note lineup of smartphones will also be present on the Note 10. However, the new stylus pen will boast of new features including support of touchless gestures. Also, while taking notes, the new S-Pen will produce an artificial sound which will replicate the sound of writing on paper with a highlight marker.

A distinguishing photography feature that the Galaxy Note 10 is bound to get is “zoom audio”. The feature is similar to what LG had showcased a couple of years ago. As the name suggests, the zoom audio feature increases the levels of volume captured as a user zooms into a video. To help better understand the following is an example. If a user is capturing video of a running tap and he zooms into the frame, the volume of the audio recording will also increase which mimics an immersive experience.

Finally, with the Galaxy Note 10, Samsung has reportedly done away with the dedicated Bixby button. Instead, the toggle switch to the Voice Assistant will be incorporated into the power button as observed with the Huawei P30 Pro.

Although the current leak does not reveal any details about like the chipset or camera resolution of the upcoming Galaxy Note 10, interested readers can review them here.

Also Read: Asus ROG Phone 2 Launched, Features 120 Hz AMOLED Display And 6000 mAh Battery

In order to confirm all the claims and obtain the official pricing of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 smartphones, we won’t have to wait for long as their launch is scheduled for the 7th of August at the Unpacked event which will take place in New York.

July 23, 2019
Huawei’s First 5G Smartphone Will Soon Be Commercially Available
In the month of October 2018, Huawei unveiled four different smartphones in the Mate 20 flagship lineup which include the Mate 20 Pro, 20 Lite, 20 X and the standard variant. As the name suggests, the Mate 20 Pro is top of the line handset while the three other devices were targetted towards mid-range and affordable flagship segment.

Earlier this year, it was confirmed that Huawei will introduce its first 5G compatible smartphone which has been delayed due to several reasons including the US ban. However, as per multiple reports, Huawei’s first 5G smartphone will the Mate 20 X phablet and it will be available for purchase soon.

According to a Chinese news agency, Global Times, the handset will be commercially available in its home country starting the 26th of July. While another foreign new agency, VentureBeat claims that the Mate 20 X 5G is currently available for pre-order on Amazon Italy and shipping will commence soon.

In terms of features, the 5G variant will have slightly upgraded features which include Balong 5000 modem, 5000 mAh battery instead of 4200 mAh, 8 GB RAM instead of 6 GB and 256 GB ROM instead of 128 GB. Besides, all other features of the upcoming Mate 20 X 5G are as-is, which are as follows:
- Display: 7.2 inch OLED
- Front Camera: 24 MP
- Rear Camera: 40 MP, 20 MP, 8 MP
- Chipset: Kirin 980 SoC
- CPU: Octa-Core
- GPU: Mali G76
- Memory Expandability: Upto 256 GB, NM card
- Operating System: EMUI, Android 9 Pie
- Security: Rear Mounted Fingerprint Sensor
Also Read: Asus ROG Phone 2 Launched, Features 120 Hz AMOLED Display And 6000 mAh Battery

Although Huawei is not the first company to launch the 5G compatible smartphone (already achieved by Xiaomi and Samsung), it is one of the first which is a praiseworthy feat. Besides, the Balong 5000 5G modem incorporated in the handset is developed in-house unlike the previously launched devices which feature X50 modem which is developed by Qualcomm.

In addition to the Mate 20 X 5G, Huawei’s Mate X 5G which is the world’s first 5G foldable phone will also be commercially available soon.
July 22, 2019
Asus ROG Phone 2 Launched, Features 120 Hz AMOLED Display And 6000 mAh Battery

Following the success of its original gaming smartphone, Asus has launched the ROG Phone 2. Like its predecessor, the newly launched device has unique features that make it stand out of the bunch. Few of those features include an enormous 6,000 mAh battery, UFS 3.0 storage and the Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC.

Asus ROG Phone 2 Specs and Features

The front of the Asus ROG Phone 2 is dominated by a 6.59 inch AMOLED display that has Full HD+ resolution. The display panel has a refresh rate of 120 Hz and a response time of just 1 ms (millisecond). Noteworthy, it is the world’s first handset to feature an AMOLED display of this high refresh rate.

Under the hood, the Asus Rog Phone 2 is kitted with the Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC which has 4 percent higher CPU speed and 15 percent high GPU speeds than the standard variant that is found on devices like the Redmi K20 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S10 (US and China Variant). The chipset consists of an Octa-Core CPU with the prime core being clocked at 2.96 GHz and the Adreno 640 GPU which is clocked at 675 MHz.

The Asus Rog Phone 2 has a single 24 MP camera on the front and dual rear setup which is comprised of a 48 MP Sony IMX586 sensor and a 13 MP sensor with an ultra-wide viewing angle of 125 degrees. The device can also capture 2160p videos from the rear setup and 1080p videos from the selfie sensor.

As previously mentioned, the Asus Rog Phone 2 is powered by a mammoth 6,000 mAh battery which supports 30-watt fast charging. In terms of memory and storage, it has 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of UFS 3.0 memory. Besides the Asus Rog Phone 2, the OnePlus 7 Pro is the only commercially available to pack this super high-speed storage chip.

Other notable features of the Asus Rog Phone 2 include an In-display fingerprint sensor, 3.5 mm audio jack, dual front-firing audio speakers, quad microphones with noise cancellation support and LED-lit logo on the rear. Connectivity options on the smartphone include Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ad, Bluetooth 5.0, 4G VoLTE, GPS, NFC and dual USB Type C ports for charging, data syncing and connecting accessories.

Speaking of accessories, Asus offers a whole host of these. Some of the accessories purpose-built of the ROG Phone 2 include an Active Cooler with inbuilt fan, TwinView dock, attachable gamepad and mobile desktop dock.

The smartphone runs on the latest Android OS which is 9 Pie. For the first time, Asus allows the user to select between two different UI which include the customised ROG UI and bloatware-free ZenUI which was last seen on the ZenFone 6. Talking about ROG UI, one noteworthy feature of the ROG Phone 2 includes “X mode” which is Asus marketing term for a gaming mode.

Like the Google Pixel 3, the ROG Phone 2 also supports toggling apps by simply squeezing its sides. However, unlike former, Asus’ offering does allow to manually configure apps based on the user’s wish.

Also Read: This Is What The Upcoming Huawei Nova 5i Pro Looks Like, Live Images

To sum it up, Asus ROG Phone 2 is an absolute beast of a smartphone which is targetted towards gaming enthusiasts. While the mass consumers may find it a bit bulky and heavy as per their liking.

The price of the smartphone is not yet revealed and will be publicised on the 23rd of July at a joint event held by Asus and Tencent, developer of PUBG.

July 22, 2019
This Is What The Upcoming Huawei Nova 5i Pro Looks Like, Live Images
Chinese tech titan, Huawei has been through tough times in the recent past, after the US government designated it to an entity list. Fortunately, the ban has now been lifted and the company is bracing for the launch of new products. Soon it will announce the Huawei Nova 5i Pro. However, before the official launch, live images of the smartphone have already been posted on the Chinese social media website, Weibo.

Huawei Nova 5i Pro Features and Design

According to leaked images, the Nova 5i Pro has a modern design with a punch-hole display on the front and an attractive gradient glass panel. Notably, the rear panel of the smartphone is reminiscent of the flagship-grade Mate 20 X which was launched last year.

The front of the Nova 5i Pro like most mid-range and premium smartphones has negligible bezels on all four sides. The rear of the smartphone houses the company branding, a fingerprint sensor and quad-camera setup which is housed in a square module that protrudes slightly from the surface.

As per to the specs revealed by the previously leaked official pamphlets, the Nova 5i Pro will be a mid-range smartphone and it will compete against the likes of the Redmi K20 that has set a new standard in this segment. Although the official price of the device is yet to be publicised, it is expected to be priced between Rs 20,000 and Rs 25,000 price bracket.

Reader’s who are planning to buy a smartphone in this segment must go through our previously published article “Huawei Nova 5i Pro Vs Redmi K20: Which One Should You Pick?“

To recall, following are the specs of the Huawei Nova 5i Pro:

Huawei Nova 5i Pro Specs
- Display: 6.26 inch, 2340 x 1080 px
- Front Camera: 32 MP
- Rear Camera: 48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP
- Battery: 4000 mAh, 20 W Fast Charging Support
- Chipset: Kirin 810, Octa-Core, 7 nm
- Security: Rear Mounted Fingerprint Sensor
- Colours: Blue, Black, Green
Also Read: Google Pixel 4 Will Have Radar Technology For Touch Less Operation

To sum it up, if Huawei is able to price the Nova 5i Pro at the assumed price i.e Rs 20,000 to Rs 25,000, it has the potential to become a leading contender in the mid-range segment. Nevertheless, we will have to wait for the official launch to verify the leaks and assumptions.
July 22, 2019
Google Pixel 4 Will Have Radar Technology For Touch Less Operation
Google is bracing for the launch of its 2019 flagship smartphones which will be dubbed the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL. In comparison to their predecessors, the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL; the future smartphones will be a big departure both in terms of design and features. The company had already shared the rear design of the smartphone that reveals a dual-camera setup. Interestingly, it is the first time that a Pixel handset will feature more than one camera sensor on the rear.

Although the images of Pixel 4’s front are yet to publicised, unofficial sources have revealed interesting findings of the smartphone. According to leaked screen protectors and unofficial renders, both devices in the lineup will have minimal bezels on all sides except for a lip on top of the display which is comparatively thicker.

Noteworthy, the thicker forehead (as seen in the images) on the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL is not just a design choice instead it features important components that will provide the smartphones with unique functionality. Moving from left to right, the tempered glass exhibits two holes which are likely to feature dual front cameras, an oval-shaped cutout that may house ambient light sensor, an earpiece cutout and finally a capsule-shaped slit which reportedly will hold the secret weapon on the future handsets.

It is alleged that the Google Pixel 4 smartphone duo will have a complex motion-detecting sensor which allows users to operate them without physically touching them. Perhaps, Google will make use of technologies and sensors that it had developed while working on Project Soli.

For readers who do not know, Project Soli is a gesture recognition technology that makes use of radio waves to determine the range, angle or velocity of objects nearby. The function of such a sensor is comparable to the mammal bat that uses sound waves for echolocation. Anyways, Google plans to make use of such technology in handheld smartphones which will open a whole new world of boundaries in terms of device interaction besides the conventional touch sensor technology.

Possible Uses Of Project Soli On A Smartphone
- A lot of modern smartphones support the option to play, pause or change the music by drawing certain patterns even when the device is in a locked state. The Pixel 4 incorporating sensors developed with Project soli may be able to control these feature by performing certain motions like snapping fingers or rubbing one finger over the other.
- As seen on smartphones from Motorola and Samsung that show device status by hovering your palm near the top of the display. Similarly, Pixel 4 may support certain motion gestures that will allow achieving the same with better precision and more flexibility.
These are only a handful of uses that we could think of at the time of writing this article. However, as previously mentioned the possibilities with the technology are endless.

Google Pixel 4 Specs

Although detailed specifications of the Pixel 4 lineup will only be publicised at the time of official launch, assumptions, based on its competitors can still be made. The smartphones are expected to pack the following specs:
- Chipset: Snapdragon 855, Octa Core, Adreno 640
- Display: Pixel 4- 5.5 inch, Pixel 4 XL- 6.3 inch
- RAM: upto 6 GB
- ROM: 128 GB, 256 GB
- Memory Expandability: N/A
- Operating System: Android 9
- Biometric Security: Face Unlock, Indisplay Fingerprint Sensor
- Camera: Dual Fron and Rear
Also Read: Indian Air Force Mobile Game Announced, Lead Resembles Wing Commander Abhinandan

To sum it up, the Pixel 4 based on leaks will give a stiff competition to devices including 2019 iPhones and forthcoming Galaxy Note 10. However, in order to verify the leaks and claims, we will have to wait until their official announcement which is expected to take place in the month of September or early October.
July 22, 2019
2020 Apple iPhone Will Feature A 120hz Samsung Made AMOLED Display

In a bid to be ever innovative, OEMs have tinkered with each and every aspect a smartphone has to offer. For example, the display of a handset is one of its fundamental components with which serves the medium of interaction. Now, there are many companies that offer a display refresh rate higher than the standard 60Hz panel on their devices; the simple increase in refresh rate translates to a massive increase in responsiveness and significantly improved user experience. According to a fresh report, Apple is now also seeking to incorporate a ‘faster’ display on its future generation of iPhones.

Apple is considering a switchable 60Hz/120Hz refresh rate screen on the iPhone in 2020, and is discussing with Samsung and LG. pic.twitter.com/4aoU303umu
— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) July 21, 2019

A renowned leakster shared on Twitter, that Apple is possibly looking into a higher refresh rate screen for its 2020 iPhones. The tech giant is reportedly in talks with leading component suppliers including Samsung and LG who specialise in smartphone displays. Hence, the upcoming iPhone of the following year is likely to feature a display that can switch between 60hz and 120Hz. Notably, the new display could be akin to the 120Hz ProMotion display that is featured on the iPad Pro or employ a similar technology.

iPhone 11 Concept Renders

ProMotion was developed to offer a seamless user experience that would enable a responsive ‘feel’ alongside amazing multi media consumption. Furthermore, it can be said that Apple is looking to better its smartphone offerings making them all the more appealing for its customers worldwide. The year 2019 wasn’t as relatively notable for the company with modest sales volume; but the arriving 2019 flagships and 2020 iPhones could potentially place it on the top of another mobile arms race.

iPhone XR

The company introduced its ProMotion display on its iPad Pro back in 2017. It was essentially a smart 120Hz display which adapted its refresh rate according to the content viewed; basically a dynamic refresh rate. The new display on the 2020 iPhone will sport a refresh rate doubling that of any current gen flagships offerings. Implications of Apple’s shift towards a uniform higher refresh panel across its flagship lineup is huge. We may soon see more OEMs adopting better and faster display panels on their flagships by default, meaning it could be a new industry standard soon.

iPad Pro

Also Read: Indian Air Force Mobile Game Announced, Lead Resembles Wing Commander Abhinandan

We have already seen gaming smartphones like the nubia Red Magic 3 and the ROG Gaming Phone offer higher refresh rate panels. Apple, one of the biggest names in the mobile industry hasn’t lagged far behind either. Conclusively, even if the report is unconfirmed offers a first look at what the future iPhone may feature. The company has always been renowned for its crisp display, but a more responsive one just seeks to add another plus point. Unfortunately, additional information is currently unavailable so stay tuned for more updates that will arrive soon.

July 22, 2019
Tinder Skips Payments Via Play Store To Save 30 Percent On Commission

When it comes to dating applications, Tinder is one of the first names that cross one’s mind. The application was originally launched in the year 2012 and it has now become a global success. Although the app is free to download and use, a paid membership is also offered that adds several functionalities like an unlimited number of swipes, changing the location information and the ability to see whether a message has been read or not.

According to a latest piece of news, the company is making a massive transition in its default payment process that skips authentication via Google Pay.

Instead, the users will now be prompted to an external web link that will redirect incoming transfers via Tinder’s very own gateway. Noteworthy, once a user enters their credit card details into this gateway, their payment information is automatically stored with the company. Besides, this also removes the choice to switch back to Google Play for making any future purchases.

Nevertheless, a senior company executive who addressed the update has a justifiable reason behind this unforeseen change. Correspondingly, Google, that operates Play Store charges a mandatory 30 percent commission on every transaction that is made via its digital distribution service. Therefore, the platform is a huge moneymaker for the company and it rakes in billions of dollars in terms of revenue each year.

While Tinder going this path won’t affect Google in a radical manner, the profit margins of the former will rise significantly. Besides Tinder, the developer of Fortnite, Epic Games had previously chosen to go the same path as it distributed the game apk aka installer via its own servers and not Google’s.

Also Read: Nova 5i Pro With Kirin 810 Thrashes Redmi K20 In Geekbench

Conclusively, Analysts suggest that this move can have a domino effect and if other huge corporations plan to go down this road, Google will have to devise a mechanism to prevent this from happening and arresting any future loses.

Do you think that Google should wave off its commission on Applications distributed via play store which may help in reducing the price of a given service? Let us know in the comments below.

July 20, 2019
Samsung One UI 2.0 With Fresh Features To Debut With Android Q

Samsung had unveiled the One UI in its developer’s conference back in the year 2018. The first iteration of the new interface was first seen in devices that ran the latest Android version, namely Android 9 Pie. It succeeds the Samsung Experience and TouchWiz UI which have found on devices since the early days. Now, fresh news has reported that Samsung’s One UI 2.0 will be launched alongside the release of Android Q.

According to the report, Samsung’s Android Q release for its Galaxy lineup of smartphones will include One UI 2.0 from the get-go. Furthermore, it is also claimed that Samsung’s Galaxy S11 will debut with One UI 2.1 which seems to be an exclusive variant of the user interface. One UI was made to enhance the user experience for Samsung’s consumers by streamlining design and functionality. The newest version will also include all the Digital Wellbeing improvements that Google announced at its developer’s conference earlier in May.

Galaxy A20

Currently, the latest One UI version is 1.1 which is running on most Android 9 Pie running Galaxy smartphones. It can be expected that Samsung will roll out new and interesting features with One UI 2.0 which will be exclusive to its range of handsets and tablets. The first iteration brought various minor and major new functionality, like Bixby Routines and a refreshed design. However, many of the previous generations of devices such as Galaxy S9 are yet to benefit from them. Hopefully, the incorporation of Android Q brings a lot of the new changes uniformly across every compatible Samsung devices.

OneUI On The Galaxy S10

Also Read: Moto One Action Specs Leaked, Features An Unconventionally Tall Display

It is still unclear as to what exactly the new feature will entail. Details are sketchy and only speculations have surfaced can be made as of right now. We can only hope for an official company statement to reveal more information which should be expected in the arriving weeks. Updates regarding the upcoming Android Q based One UI 2.0 from Samsung will be provided soon, so stay tuned.

July 20, 2019

Nova 5i Pro With Kirin 810 Thrashes Redmi K20 In Geekbench

Earlier this month, Xiaomi launched the Redmi K20 in India whose key highlighting features include the Snapdragon 730 SoC, Indisplay fingerprint scanner and a motorised popup camera. As it seemed, Xiaomi has outperformed all its competitors, the world’s second largest manufacturer, Huawei might have a wild card up its sleeve which holds the potential to steal the K20’s thunder.

Along with Nova 5 and Nova 5 Pro, which were launched last month, Huawei was also expected to announce the Nova 5i Pro which was nowhere to be found. Earlier this week, the promotional material of the smartphone was leaked and now, its performance estimates have also been revealed in the form of Geekbench benchmark. Surprisinlgy, the Nova 5i Pro with the Kirin 810 has managed to surpass Redmi K20 with a substanial margin.

Following are the single core and multi core Geekbench results of the two smartphones (1,2):

	Redmi K20	Huawei Nova 5i Pro
Single Core	2514	2782
Multi Core	6671	7694

Apparently, the Huawei Nova 5i Pro has much higher multi core score and slightly higher single core score than the Redmi K20. Although benchmarks are not the only factor that determine the performance of a device, but sheer horse power definitely has an upper hand.

Moving ahead, the Nova 5i Pro has been listed on the mandatory certification website TENAA, that has unconvered all its specs allowing for a detailed spec comparison between the two mid range devices.

Huawei Nova 5i Pro vs Redmi K20, Specs Comparison

Specification	Redmi K20	Huawei Nova 5i Pro
DISPLAY	6.39 inch, Super AMOLED, Popup Camera	6.26 inch, Punch Hole Camera
PROCESSOR	Snapdragon 730, 8 nm	Kirin 810, 7 nm
MEMORY	6 GB + 64 GB 6 GB + 128 GB	8 GB + 128 GB 8 GB + 256 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 9 Pie	Android 9 Pie
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5, 4G VoLTE	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5, 4G VoLTE
CAMERA	48 MP 8 MP 12 MP	48 MP 8 MP 2 MP 2 MP
BATTERY	4000 mAh 18 W Charging	4000 mAh 20 W
Security	In Display	Rear Mounted

Although the official price of the Nova 5i Pro is yet to be revealed, the company is expected to sell the handset at an aggressive price point as observed with the Nova 5 and Nova 5 Pro whose prices are as follows:

	Nova 5	Nova 5 Pro
8 GB + 128 GB	CNY 2,799 (approx. Rs.28,300)	(8 GB + 128 GB): CNY 2,999 (approx. Rs. 30,400)
8 GB + 256 GB		(8 GB + 256 GB) CNY 3,399 (approx. Rs. 34,400) – 256GB

Also Read: Moto One Action Specs Leaked, Features An Unconventionally Tall Display

We believe, if the company is able to price the Nova 5i Pro close to the K20 i.e in the range of Rs 20,000 to Rs 25,000, Huawei offering can pose a serious threat to the latter. The launch of the Nova 5i Pro is expected to happen before the end of August.

Which device according is a better buy? Let us know in the comments below.

July 20, 2019

Moto One Action Specs Leaked, Features An Unconventionally Tall Display
Motorola is embracing the Android One program for its Moto One series of smartphone. The series was first launched with the stock Android back in 2018 with Motorola One and One Power. These devices have now been succeeded by the latest iteration in the series with the release of the Motorola One Vision. A report had previously surfaced online showcasing another One series handset which would also feature a 21:9 display and Exynos SoC similar to the One Vision. The device has now been confirmed to be Moto One Action.

A freshly registered listing of the smarpthone on the official Google Play Console and Android Enterprise has revealed its key specs.

Correspondingly, the Moto One Action is equipped with an Exynos 9609 SoC that is also found in the previously launched One Vision. The chipset is manufactured by Samsung and it paired with 4GB of RAM along with 128GB of internal storage. The online listings also reveal that the upcoming smartphone also features an unconventionally tall dispay with an aspect ratio of 21:9.

The Moto One action runs on the Android 9 Pie and is part of the Android One program. Therefore, it is guaranteed to get two major software updates (Android Q and R, in this case) and security updates up to three years. The device is powered by a 3,500mAh battery which is likely to support 15 W turbo charging which is staple on Moto smartphones.

Motorola One Vision

The main defining feature about the smartphone is its camera module. Moto One Action differentiates itself from the One Vision with its triple camera set up unlike the dual camera found in the latter. The additional new sensor on the One Action will be a wide angle lens which is being dubbed as the ‘Action Cam’. The selfie camera of the upcoming device is rumoured to be a 12.6MP sensor.

Punch Hole On The Motorola One Vision

Design

A lot of the finer details regarding the device are still unknown. The exact dimensions and size are still at large; but looking at the leaked specifications and renders it should be similar to the One Vision in every manner. The device also sports and in display punch hole selfie camera with a tall display on the front. On the rear, the fingerprint scanner is housed with the signature batwing Motorola logo engraved within it. Notably, the difference between the One Action and One Vision will be seen here with its triple camera set up.

Moto One Action Quick Specs
- Samsung Exynos 9609 SoC
- 6.3-inch 21:9 FHD+ Display (2520×1080)
- 4GB RAM
- 128GB Internal Storage
- Android 9 Pie (Android One)
- NFC Ready
Also Read: LG Trademarks A Slew Of Smartphones Including One Called The M10

The Moto One Action being spotted on official sources has confirmed of its imminent launch. Motorola is also reportedly working on two additional One series smartphone that, namely Motorola One Pro and One Macro. The exact details regarding the upcoming smartphone is expected to be available soon, so stay tuned for updates.
July 20, 2019
LG Trademarks A Slew Of Smartphones Including One Called The M10

LG was one of the first companies to launch a smartphone with the Android operating system. In the early years of the decade, the company had delivered praiseworthy handsets like the Optimus One, LG G2, LG Nexus 4 which were highly popular amongst users across the globe. However, as Chinese OEMs like Xiaomi, Oppo and Huawei started selling value for money devices at marginalised profits, long-settled companies like Sony, LG and HTC had to fall back.

Nevertheless, after devising new strategies, LG once again entered the budget and mid-range smartphone arena with the “W” series of smartphones that debuted in India last month.

Subsequently, LG is expected to launch a variety of new devices in its home country which will be a part of a brand new “M” lineup. The company had filed numerous trademarks with KIPRIS (Korean Intellectual Property Rights Information Service) under the category 9 that deals with “mobile phone and smartphones”.

The first handset in the trademark is dubbed the “M10” which coincidentally matches the moniker of a smartphone made by another Korean Giant, Samsung and the device name is Galaxy M10. Therefore, it is possible that the upcoming LG smartphone will be targetted towards the budget segment. Furthermore, the company may even launch smartphones like M20, M30, etc in the distant future.

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Other than that, the company had previously filed trademarks for the V60 and V70 labels which have now been granted. Going by chronological order, these smartphones will succeed the LG V50 ThinQ which was launched earlier this year. Taking into consideration, that Samsung and Apple are yet to reveal flagship devices in the near future which will be the Galaxy Note 10 lineup and 2019 iPhone lineup in respective order. Hence, it is possible that LG launches the V60 or V70 later this year to compete with these devices.

All in all, LG may be planning a proper comeback in the smartphone business. However, in order to verify the claims and theories, we will have to wait until LG officially spreads some light on its future plans.

July 19, 2019
ZTE’s Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Replica Has Dual Displays

ZTE is a multinational telecommunications equipment manufacturer which is based out of Shenzhen, China. Besides making networking equipment, it also manufactures Android smartphones. After receiving worthwhile success with the gaming-oriented Red Magic 3 which is sold under the company’s sub-brand, Nubia; it is developing another flagship-grade smartphone that has a nifty trick up its sleeve.

The said ZTE smartphone surprisingly looks very similar to the leaked renders of the Galaxy Note 10. However, instead of just one display on the latter, the ZTE device features dual display, out of which the primary, high screen to body ratio display is present on the front while a smaller, secondary display is present on the rear.

Noteworthy, the front of the ZTE smartphone is free from any kind of obstruction causing notch as seen on several other smartphones which usually house the front-facing camera. Hence the theory can be derived that the multi-camera setup present on the rear of the device will be used to capture images and videos from both the front and back. Previously, Vivo also launched a similar smartphone which is called the Nex Dual Display. Though the rear display on that device is much larger than ZTE’s upcoming smartphone.

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Unfortunately, the moniker or the specifications of the ZTE smartphone are currently unavailable. In order to gain more details about the handset, we will have to wait until the company addresses it publically. Other than that, with the advancement in technology, implementing this type of display is not very hard. Therefore, such a smartphone can be launched anytime soon.

July 19, 2019