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  • Best Wired Headphones In India Under Rs. 1,000 For April 2019

    Best Wired Headphones In India Under Rs. 1,000 For April 2019

    Apple removed the 3.5mm headphone jack from the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus models in the year 2017. Since then, many more smartphone OEMs like Huawei, HTC and Sony have expelled the ill-fated headphone jack from their devices. But, the option of listening to music from wired headphones still remains very popular today. Buying the perfect pair can be a daunting task because of the sheer number of options available today. To make the choice easier, we have combined the five best headphones available in the market today for under Rs 1,000. 

    Boat Rockers 900

    Boat is a well-known brand when it is about audio products and the Rockers 900 are no different. Featuring a lightweight and compact design, the headphones are very comfortable to wear and easy to carry which make them an ideal choice for frequent travellers. The in-line microphone and controls are intuitive and provide easy command over the music and calls over the headset. In terms of sound quality, the headphones have a punchy bass, which is common for the company’s products and have decent mids and lows. 

    Sony MDR-ZX110A Wired Headphones

    Sony products are generally known for their great audio performance and the MDR-ZX110A continue the legacy. The ridiculous name aside, the fit and finish of the headphones are comfortable and snug. A major downside of them is the lack of any microphone or any inline control of any sort. The sound output of the headphones is typical Sony, with balanced audio with a focus on trebles and the lack of any overpowering bass. Their association with a renowned brand, along with a good audio output make them one of the best choices under Rs. 1,000.

    Phillips SHP1900/10

    The Phillips wired headphones are a big set of headsets. They feature unusually large earcups, which make sure they provide good noise isolation. The headsets also have a comfortable fit, which makes them easy to wear for a longer period of time. The sound quality of the headphones is great for the price, with a punchy treble and lows. All the above points make them one of the best choices for people looking to buy a headset under Rs. 1,000.

    Leaf Rock Wired Headphones

    Leaf has quickly become a brand to watch out for in quality audio products. The Leaf Rock wired headphones are arguably one of the best looking ones in the price range. Along with the looks, they have a comfortable fit which lets them be worn for a longer period of time. The sound quality is great for the price, with great bass, quality treble and lows. 

    Panasonic RP-HF100M-K 

    Available in four eye-popping colours, the wired headphones by Panasonic are also a great looking pair of headsets. They feature a comfortable fit, which can be folded for easy portability. The sound quality of the headphones is good for the price, with great clarity, good midrange and trebles. Although the bass is not as punchy as some people would like, the more balanced approach should be fine for most users. The plethora of features offered by the headphones makes it one of the best deals under Rs. 1,000.

    Check out Panasonic RP-HF100M-K on Amazon

  • Everything We Know About The OnePlus 7 And 7 Pro

    Everything We Know About The OnePlus 7 And 7 Pro

    The hype surrounding the launch of the OnePlus 7 series is at an all-time high, with the company gearing up to launch the highly-awaited smartphones on May 14, 2019. Riding high on the success of the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T, the Chinese technology organization is expected to unveil 3 different variants, which may include the OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro and a 5G version of the OnePlus 7 Pro.    

    OnePlus 7
    OnePlus6T McLaren Edition

    Since the company has not made an official announcement regarding the specifications of the OnePlus 7, most of the information has been derived from leaks. Previous claims reveal it will have a similar design to the OnePlus 6T. As per tipsters, it will feature a 6.4-inch Optic AMOLED display with a 2340 x 1080 px resolution. Like its predecessor, the upcoming smartphone will sport a waterdrop notch and is expected to be equipped with an in display fingerprint scanner for biometric security.

    OnePlus 6T

    Further leaks suggest the presence of a dual rear camera comprised of an f/1.7 aperture equipped 48 MP sensor and a 5 MP depth sensor. For selfies, the handset may feature a 16 MP front-facing camera housed in the aforementioned notch on top of the display. Under the hood, the OnePlus 7 will run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which consists of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of memory and storage, the upcoming smartphone will be available in the following storage variants.

    • 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM
    OnePlus 6T

    The smartphone is expected to pack a 3700 mAh battery with support for 20W fast charging. Exactly like its predecessor, it will probably not have a headphone jack. As mentioned before, the company is also planning to release a “Pro” version of the OnePlus 7, which is covered below.

    OnePlus 7 Pro And OnePlus 7 Pro 5G
    OnePlus 7 Pro Render

    The OnePlus 7 Pro is speculated to be the specced up variant of the regular variant. Featuring a glass-sandwich design, the smartphone will sport a metal chassis. Sources say that the device will have a large 6.7-inch Optic AMOLED display with a resolution of 3120 x 1440 px. The company is expected to feature a 90Hz refresh rate in the smartphone panel. The highlighting feature of the Pro variant will be the pop-up camera mechanism similar to the one seen in the Vivo V15 Pro. It will also have an in display fingerprint scanner and will support face unlock technology for security detail.

    OnePlus 7 Pro Case Render

    The OnePlus 7 Pro will also run on the same 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC, which is one of the most powerful SoCs in the market. In terms of optics, the smartphone will have a triple rear camera setup as opposed to the dual camera setup on the base variant. It will comprise of an f/1.7 aperture equipped 48 MP sensor, an f/2.2 aperture equipped 16 MP ultra wide sensor and a thrid f/ 2.4 aperture equipped 8 MP sensor. Furthermore, it will have an f/2.0 aperture equipped 16 MP pop-up camera. The OnePlus 7 Pro will be available in the following memory variants.

    • 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 256GB ROM
    • 12GB RAM and 256GB ROM
    OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition

    Also read: Lenovo Launches The Z6 Pro Flagship Smartphone With Quad Rear Cameras

    Sources also suggest that the smartphone will pack a 4000 mAh battery with 30W Warp charging support. The smartphone will also be available in a 5G variant. It is expected to be available in three colour variants, namely Blue, Grey and Brown.

  • This Foldable iPhone Concept Has Us Excited

    This Foldable iPhone Concept Has Us Excited

    The year 2019 in technology will be remembered for many things. From the popularisation of the punch hole display to the introduction of ultrasonic fingerprint scanners in the Galaxy S10 series, there has been a lot to this year. But perhaps the most innovative advancement has been the advent of folding smartphones. Samsung, the largest smartphone OEM in the world, released its foldable device, the Galaxy Fold back in February. Even Huawei, the manufacturer holding the second place, has announced its handset that can be folded into half, the Mate X will launch soon. Many other mainstream OEMs like Xiaomi and Oppo have confirmed that they are working on a foldable smartphone. 

    With all the aforementioned manufacturers announcing a foldable smartphone; it was expected that Apple, a renowned OEM in itself will announce a similar device soon. What the device will look like is anyone’s guess. But in a recently designed render by a reputed media house in collaboration with the Concept Creator, it is imagined how a foldable handset by the company may look like based on previously filed patents. While the actual smartphone, whenever it launches, may be different from what is shown below; the very idea of a foldable handset from a company like Apple has us excited.

    Foldable iPhone Concept

    The renders designed by Concept Creator give an insight into how Apple may choose to design its folding smartphone. From a first glance, it looks oddly similar to the Samsung Galaxy Fold, albeit with a few enhancements to the design. While the concept doesn’t expose all the visual elements of the device, it implies the handset will use a large tablet-like display with an option of folding it into half. It is not clear from the video if this smartphone, called the iPhone Flex will use a secondary outer display like the Galaxy Fold. But unlike the latter, it is devoid of any notches on the inside display. For optics, Apple may opt-in for a vertical triple camera setup as shown in the images.

    But, with a similar design like the Galaxy Fold, a question arises if the alleged iPhone Flex will also face display malfunctions like the former. From the looks of the concept, it seems highly unlikely. This is due to the design of the hinge, which features a closed off design, not letting foreign particles like dust get into the device. Another question is if the upcoming iPhone Flex does not feature a secondary display or camera on the outside, if this turns out true, the users won’t be able to take selfies from the smartphone. 

    Foldable iPhone: What About The Price?

    Okay, now let’s get real here. Foldable smartphones are a unique and cool piece of technology, but there is no denying they are known to be priced at a premium. Samsung’s offering costs close to US$ 2,000 (Rs 1,40,000) and the Huawei Mate X is also rumoured to cost around US$ 2,600 (Rs 1,80,000) at the time of launch. And considering Apple products are generally more expensive than the competition, its foldable smartphone may also end up being more expensive than its rivals. However, the company is also known for one more thing. That is perfecting a technology before bringing it to the mass market.

    Also read: Apple To Soon Launch A Paintbrush For iPad, Reveals Patent

    This might suggest the wait, and the extra money for the technology may very well be worth it. Regarding the launch date of the foldable smartphone from Apple, it is rumoured the company may release one next year. The timing seems right as the technology will have been matured enough for the company to implement it. Maybe the company will not even release a foldable iPhone, or it may take a long time to do so. Whatever may be the case, if the company decides to release a smartphone like the one shown above, colour us excited.

  • Apple To Soon Launch A Paintbrush For iPad, Reveals Patent

    Apple To Soon Launch A Paintbrush For iPad, Reveals Patent

    Apple first launched the Apple Pencil in the year 2015 alongside the first generation iPad Pro. Doodling and drawing were the main implications of the Apple pencil. It communicated with the iPad using Bluetooth and featured a removable cap that concealed a Lightning connector. As per reports, the company is working on another peripheral which will have similar features to the Apple pencil but will be used for painting on the iPad instead of drawing. 

    Apple “Paintbrush” Patent Details

    The speculated “Apple Paintbrush” was patented recently by the company, and the patent represents the “paintbrush” as a “Stylus with multiple inputs”. As per the patent, the “electronic paintbrush” has multiple flexible contact points. Apple’s patent further stated that all the flexible contacts can flex independently of each other, and a feedback response is generated depending upon the change in bending/flexing of the contact members. 

    Apple Pencil

    Even though the Apple Pencil is very versatile regarding its compatibility with the iPad, the company believes that the paintbrush-style-stylus can incorporate a huge change in the way artists paint on Apple’s iPads. The patent granted to the American multinational technology company states that despite a multitude of advancements in order to render the inputs and data from the Apple Pencil, the stylus has still a lot of hurdles to overcome when it comes to modern art. Introducing flexible multiple contact members to a traditional stylus can fix a majority of the aforementioned issues. 

    iPad Pro with the Apple Pencil

    Also Read: Xiaomi Launches The Redmi 7 Budget Smartphone In India

    Such an electronic stylus may have a lot of possibilities in the hands of artists who regularly use iPads for creating content. Previously, the South Korean company, Samsung also published a patent which showcased a stylus with an inbuilt optical camera, indicating towards the advancements regarding styluses and similar peripherals. However, fans should take the news of the Apple Paintbrush with a grain of salt, as there is no official announcement regarding the launch of such an “electronic paintbrush”. 

  • Redmi 7 Unboxing And Hands-On

    Redmi 7 Unboxing And Hands-On

    The Redmi 7 is the latest entrant in the Redmi sub-brand of the known Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi. It was launched alongside the Redmi Y3 in India on the 24th of April and is a budget smartphone from the company. The handset is targeted towards first-time buyers who don’t want to break the bank while purchasing a new smartphone.

    What’s In The Box?

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    • Redmi 7
    • Power Adapter
    • USB Cable
    • SIM Eject Tool
    • User Guide
    • Warranty Card
    • Clear Soft Case
    Design & Display

    The Redmi 7 has a polycarbonate body with an attractive “Aura Smoke Design” on the back. The front of the smartphone is dominated by a 6.26-inch LCD display with a resolution of 1520 x 720 px. It is shielded by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 to protect it from scratches and drops. Back of the device has the dual rear cameras placed vertically on the top left corner with the LED flash beneath the module. The rest of the back panel is clean except the fingerprint sensor in the middle and the Redmi branding on the bottom of the handset. The right side of the Redmi 7 houses the volume rockers and the power button while the left side is devoid of any buttons, but has the hybrid SIM card tray. On top of the device is the 3.5mm headphone jack and the IR blaster and the bottom of the handset has the micro USB port.

    Processor & Memory

    Under the hood, the Redmi 7 is kitted with the Snapdragon 632 SoC which is manufactured using the 14nm fabrication process. The chipset consists of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 506 GPU. The CPU consists of eight Kryo 250 cores clocked at up to 1.8 GHz. In terms of memory, the Redmi 7 is available in two storage variants. While the base model of the smartphone features 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage; Another variant of the device with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of onboard memory is also available. The smartphone also supports memory expansion up to 256GB via a microSD card

    Battery & OS

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    The Redmi 7 is powered by a 4000mAh battery with support for 10W fast charging via the bottom mounted micro USB port. The smartphone runs on the company’s latest MIUI 10 out of the box which is skinned on top of the current Android 9 Pie OS.

    Camera

    In terms of optics, the Redmi 7 has a dual rear camera setup comprising of an f/2.2 aperture equipped 12 MP sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor. For selfies, an 8 MP camera is housed in the waterdrop notch on top of the display. The smartphone is capable of recording videos in 1080p resolution at 60fps.

    Connectivity and Other Features

    Connectivity options on the Redmi 7 include dual 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi 802.11, GPS, and a Micro-USB port for charging and data syncing. The device also has a 3.5mm audio jack on the top. For biometrics and securely unlocking the handset, a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner is present on the smartphone along with support for face unlock technology.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Redmi Y3 Unboxing And Hands On Video

    The Redmi 7 is available at a starting price of Rs 7,999 for the base model with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard memory. The version with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage has been priced at Rs. 8,999. It will be available online starting April 29 on Amazon.in and Mi.com and offline in the official Mi Home stores and certain retail outlets across the country.

    Click here to buy the Redmi 7

  • Xiaomi Launches The Redmi 7 Budget Smartphone In India

    Xiaomi Launches The Redmi 7 Budget Smartphone In India

    In a bid to expand the products under its Redmi brand, Xiaomi has launched the Redmi 7 budget smartphone in India. The device was announced alongside the Redmi Y3 at an event today. The Redmi 7 features a modern design with competitive specifications at a lucrative price tag. It was first launched last month in China.

    Redmi 7: Design & Features

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    The newly launched Redmi 7 is the successor to last year’s Redmi 6 smartphone from the company. It measures 158.65 x 76.43 x 8.47mm and weighs 180g. The device features a polycarbonate body with an attractive “Aura Smoke Design” at the back. The smartphone has a 6.26 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of  1520 x 720 px. To maintain the maximum screen real estate, a waterdrop notch is present on top of the display. Gorilla Glass 5 protection on the front ensures the display stays protected against scratches and accidental drops. For biometrics and securely unlocking the handset, a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner is present on the device along with support for face unlock technology.

    Under the hood, the Redmi 7 is kitted with the Snapdragon 632 SoC which is manufactured using the 14nm fabrication process. The chipset consists of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 506 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has a dual rear camera setup comprising of an f/2.2 aperture equipped 12 MP sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor. For selfies, an 8 MP camera is housed in the notch on top of the display. The smartphone will be available in the following memory variants.

    • 2GB RAM and 32GB ROM
    • 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM

    The Redmi 7 is powered by a 4000mAh battery with support for 10W fast charging. The smartphone also supports memory expansion up to 256GB via a microSD card. It also has a P2i coating for protection against accidental liquid splashes. The handset is available in three colour variants, namely Eclipse Black, Lunar Red and Comet Blue.

    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Selfie Centric Redmi Y3 With 32 MP Front Camera Launched In India

    The Redmi 7 has been launched at a starting price of Rs 7,999 for the base model with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard memory. The version with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage has been priced at Rs. 8,999. It will be available online starting April 29 on Amazon.in and Mi.com and offline in the official Mi Home stores and certain retail outlets across the country.

    Click here to buy the Redmi 7

  • Intel Announces New Laptop Processors, Capable Of Hitting 5GHz Clock Speeds

    Intel Announces New Laptop Processors, Capable Of Hitting 5GHz Clock Speeds

    Intel’s mobile processors are widely regarded as some of the best processors in terms of power consumption and clock speeds. On April 23, Intel Announced its latest lineup of mobile CPUs with a host of new features, including the support of 5GHz clock frequency. Previously, such a clock speed was unattainable in mobile devices, such as laptops. 

    Intel Gen-H Series Features and Specifications

    Intel’s new Gen H-series claim to provide faster operating speeds and improved connectivity support than its predecessors. Compared to the 15W power draw of the previous processors, the Gen H-series processors have a wattage label of 45W. Moreover, the processor lineup is unlocked, implying that the CPUs can be overclocked to even higher speeds. The primary target of the Intel Gen-H processor chips would be gamers and content creators.

    The new CPUs from Intel are fabricated using a 14nm process, and the top variant in the lineup, which is the Core i9-9980HK features 8 cores and 16 threads. The processor has 16MB of cache memory and has support for Wi-Fi 6 networking. Intel claims that the new processors can top speeds of 2.4 Gbps. Additionally, the new lineup provides 54% faster 4K video editing and 56% improved gameplay performance, the company says. To top it all off, Intel has announced that the new series of processors will be incorporated in newer ASUS, Dell, HP, Razer, MSI and Lenovo laptops with immediate effect.

    Also Read: OnePlus Announces The Launch Date Of The Upcoming OnePlus 7 And 7 Pro

    Alongside, Intel also brought its new 9th Gen chips to light, which are specifically designed for desktops. The 9th series expansion covers over 25  Intel CPU variants, which includes the latest Celeron and Pentium Gold models. Moreover, the company is also expected to release a new processor lineup based on a smaller fabrication process in 2019, which will probably include 10nm chips.   

  • OnePlus Announces The Launch Date Of The Upcoming OnePlus 7 And 7 Pro

    OnePlus Announces The Launch Date Of The Upcoming OnePlus 7 And 7 Pro

    OnePlus, since its inception in the year 2013 has become a well-known smartphone OEM all over the world. Its last device, the OnePlus 6T received positive reviews for its affordability compared to similarly specced handsets. Now, after much leaks and speculations, the company has announced the launch date of its upcoming smartphones, reported to be the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro. It will release the two new handsets next month.

    OnePlus 7, 7 Pro Launch Date

    The upcoming smartphones from the company will be announced on the 14th of May. Notably, it will the first time a global and Indian launch by the company coincides on the same day. The OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro will be launched at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, Bengaluru on the aforementioned date. The entry tickets to the event will be available on the company’s official website starting at 10 am on the 25th of April.

    OnePlus 7, 7 Pro
    OnePlus 7 Pro

    As mentioned above, OnePlus is expected to launch two new devices at the event. While the regular variant and the successor to the OnePlus 6T will be called the OnePlus 7, another variant with slightly bumped up specifications and possible support for 5G will be called the OnePlus 7 Pro. Apart from a few differences, key features of both the smartphones are expected to be similar. The leaks claim the former will have a 6.4-inch display while the latter is reported to sport a 6.67-inch display. While the regular variant will use a waterdrop notch, the Pro variant will employ a pop-up camera to house the front-facing snapper to maximise the screen real estate. Like the Samsung Galaxy S10 and Huawei P30 Pro, the Pro version will have a display that tapers towards the edges. Like their predecessor, the handsets will feature an in-display fingerprint scanner with support for face unlock technology.

    OnePlus 6T

    Sources claim both the OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro will run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC. The chipset consists of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, the former will have a 48 MP sensor, combined with 5 MP sensor; The latter will feature a 48 MP main sensor, combined with a 16 MP telephoto and an 8 MP sensor. Both devices will have a 16 MP selfie camera. In terms of memory and storage, the handsets may feature up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

    Also read: Samsung Galaxy View 2 With 18 Inch Display And Android OS Surfaces Online

    The previous leak further claims the OnePlus 7 will be powered by a 3700 mAh battery with support for 20W fast charging. The 7 Pro, on the other hand, will be fueled by a 4000 mAh cell with support for 30W Warp charge. Unfortunately, the pricing of the smartphones isn’t confirmed yet, but it speculated they will be priced significantly higher than their predecessor.

  • OnePlus 7 & 7 Pro Specifications Leak Before Official Launch

    OnePlus 7 & 7 Pro Specifications Leak Before Official Launch

    OnePlus is expected to launch two new smartphones next month on the rumoured launch date, 14th of May. The devices that are reported to launch include the standard OnePlus 7 and its beefed-up siblings which may be called the OnePlus 7 Pro. In a fresh tweet shared by a known tipster, the specifications of the upcoming handsets have been leaked.

    OnePlus 7
    OnePlus 6T

    The OnePlus 7 will be the successor to the OnePlus 6T launched last year. Previous leaks reveal it will have a similar design to the latter. The tipster claims it will have a 6.4-inch Optic AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. Like its predecessor, the smartphone will have a waterdrop notch on top of the display and employ an optical in display fingerprint scanner with face unlock technology to securely unlock the handset.

    The leak claims OnePlus 7 will run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone will have a dual rear camera setup comprised of an f/1.7 aperture equipped 48 MP sensor and a 5 MP depth sensor. This refutes earlier claims of a 24 MP secondary sensor. For selfies, the handset may have a 16 MP front-facing camera housed in the notch on top of the display. In terms of memory and storage, the device will be available in the following storage variants.

    • 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM

    The leak further claims the OnePlus 7 will be powered by a 3700 mAh battery with support for 20W fast charging. Like the 6T, it will not have a headphone jack and the company might release the Bullets Wireless 2 earphones alongside the smartphone. Unfortunately, more details about the headset are not available yet.

    OnePlus 7 Pro

    As mentioned above, the OnePlus 7 Pro will be the specced up variant of the regular OnePlus 7. It will have a similar all glass design on the front and rear, complete with a metal chassis to provide reinforcement. According to the source, the smartphone will have a massive 6.7-inch Optic AMOLED display with a resolution 3120 x 1440 px and a refresh rate of 90Hz. Unlike the regular variant, the Pro variant will use an elevating pop-up camera mechanism like the Vivo V15 Pro. It will also have an in display fingerprint scanner and will support face unlock technology.

    The leak claims, like the regular variant, the OnePlus 7 Pro will also run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC. In terms of optics, the smartphone will have a triple rear camera setup, comprised of an f/1.7 aperture equipped 48 MP sensor, an f/2.2 aperture equipped 16 MP ultra wide sensor and an f/ 2.4 aperture equipped 8 MP sensor. For selfies, it will have an f/2.0 aperture equipped 16 MP camera hidden in the aforementioned pop-up mechanism. Reportedly, the device will have Ultra Fast Storage (UFS) 3.0 standard and will be available in the following memory variants.

    • 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 256GB ROM
    • 12GB RAM and 256GB ROM

    Also read: Lenovo Launches The Z6 Pro Flagship Smartphone With Quad Rear Cameras

    The leak also states the OnePlus 7 Pro will be powered by a 4000 mAh battery with support for 30W Warp charging. The smartphone will also be available in a 5G variant which will support the next generation of mobile connectivity standard. It will be available in three colour variants, namely Blue, Grey and Brown.

  • Lenovo Launches The Z6 Pro Flagship Smartphone With Quad Rear Cameras

    Lenovo Launches The Z6 Pro Flagship Smartphone With Quad Rear Cameras

    After much speculations and leaks, Lenovo has launched its latest flagship smartphone, the Z6 Pro. The device was launched at an event in the company’s home country of China. It is the successor to the Lenovo Z5 Pro GT launched last year. The latest device boasts of modern design and top tier specifications, combined with a lucrative price tag. It is also one of the first smartphones in the world to support 5G networks, the upcoming standard in mobile technology.

    Lenovo Z6 Pro

    The Lenovo Z6 Pro is the company’s first flagship smartphone of the year. It has a glass design on the front and back with an attractive gradient rear panel. The handset has a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px and support for HDR10 standard of video technology. To maximise the screen real estate, it has a waterdrop notch on top of the display. For biometrics and security, the Z6 Pro has the sixth generation optical in display fingerprint scanner and support for face unlock technology.

    Under the hood, the Lenovo Z6 Pro runs on the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is manufactured using the 7nm fabrication process. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. For efficiently cooling the internals of the smartphone, the company has employed an advanced liquid cooling system. In terms of optics, the device has a quad rear camera setup comprising of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 48 MP sensor; combined with an f/1.9 aperture equipped 16 MP ultra-wide sensor; an f/2.4 aperture equipped 8 MP telephoto sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor. For selfies, a 32 MP selfie camera is housed in the waterdrop notch on top of the display. The Z6 Pro will be available in the following storage variants.

    • 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 256GB ROM
    • 12GB RAM and 512GB ROM

    The Lenovo Z6 Pro is powered by a 4000 mAh battery with support for 27W fast charging. It runs on the company’s current ZUI 11 on top of latest Android 9 Pie and supports Dolby audio to ensure better sound output from the smartphone. The device is available in two colours, namely Red and Blue

    Pricing and Availability

    Also read: Samsung Galaxy View 2 With 18 Inch Display And Android OS Surfaces Online

    The Lenovo Z6 Pro will be available in the Chinese market initially, with global availability expected to be announced soon. Pricing of the smartphone starts from CNY 2899 (Rs. 30,000) for the variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The version with 8GB RAM and 128GB onboard memory has been priced at CNY 2999 (Rs. 31,100). For the variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage, the pricing will be CNY 3799 (Rs. 39,400). The top end model, with 12GB RAM and 512GB internal storage, will cost CNY 4999 (Rs. 51,900).

  • Samsung Confirms It Is Delaying Release Of The Galaxy Fold Owing To Display Issues

    Samsung Confirms It Is Delaying Release Of The Galaxy Fold Owing To Display Issues

    Samsung, the world’s largest smartphone OEM released its first foldable smartphone at the Galaxy Unpacked event in the month of February. Called the Galaxy Fold, the device boasts of breakthrough hardware, which allowed the handset to be folded into half. While the company claimed the smartphone will be released on April 26, reports of it not being durable enough surfaced online a few days ago.

    Some early review units of the Galaxy Fold were found to have display issues which drew in negative sentiments toward the device. Due to the aforementioned problems, the company was speculated to delay the pre-announced release date. In a press release, Samsung has confirmed it is postponing the release of the much-anticipated smartphone to fix the display malfunctions.

    Samsung’s Statement

    Samsung in a press release has confirmed the reports floating online since yesterday. The company claims in its initial findings from the inspection of the Galaxy Fold, the display issue was found to be associated with an impact on top and bottom areas of the exposed part of the hinge. Notably, the hinge in the centre of the folding smartphone provides it with the said folding functionality. The company also notes that it found an instance where some substance was found inside the device, eventually leading the display to malfunction.

    Also read: Redmi Note 7 Pro Vs Realme 3 Pro Vs Galaxy M30 : Specs Comparison

    While the above findings were fundamental, Samsung claims it will need more time to fully evaluate the feedbacks noted by early reviewers. The company will run internal tests and find measures to further strengthen the display protection. As many problems were faced due to lack of guidance on the care of the display, it will also issue proper instructions so that the customers don’t inflict damage on their smartphone. For the users who have pre-booked the device, their spot and claim to the handset will be reserved. 

  • Realme 3 Pro Launched In India With Snapdragon 710 SoC

    Realme 3 Pro Launched In India With Snapdragon 710 SoC

    Realme at an event in New Delhi on April 22 has launched the Realme 3 Pro smartphone. The device is the successor of the Realme 2 Pro which was launched last year. It boasts of upgrades in the performance and optics of the handset over its predecessor. The smartphone was launched alongside the Realme C2 in the country.

    Design & Features

    The Realme 3 Pro is the latest entrant in the company’s flagship lineup. The smartphone has a polycarbonate body with a 3D gradient design at the back and minimal bezels on the front. It has a 6.3 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 px. To ensure maximum screen real estate on the handset, a waterdrop notch housing the front camera and the earpiece is placed on the top of the display. For biometrics and security, it has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor with support for face unlock technology.

    Under the hood, the Realme 3 Pro is kitted with the Snapdragon 710 SoC which is manufactured using 10nm fabrication process. The chipset is comprised of an octa-core CPU and the Adreno 616 GPU. For optics, the smartphone features dual-rear cameras consisting of an f/1.7 aperture equipped 16 MP sensor combined with a 5 MP depth sensor. Notably, an ultra HD mode on the device is capable of capturing images up to 64 MP in resolution. For selfies, there is an f/2.0 aperture equipped 25 MP sensor housed in the waterdrop notch on top of the display. As far as memory and storage are concerned, the Realme 3 Pro will be available in the following variants:

    • 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
    • 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM

    The Realme 3 Pro will be powered by a 4045 mAh battery with support for Oppo’s VOOC 3.0 20W fast charging. The smartphone has a dedicated microSD storage of support up to 512GB. It runs on the latest ColorOS 6 based on top of the current Android 9 Pie. According to the company, the device will be splashproof/dustproof as it has a P2i coating on it and will support the Camera2 API. It also will have an unlocked bootloader out of the box to allow more customisation of the smartphone. The Realme 3 Pro will be available in three colours, namely Nitro Blue, Lightning Purple and Carbon Grey.

    Pricing & Availability

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    The Realme 3 Pro will start at Rs 13,999 for the base variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of Internal Storage. The top end variant with 6GB of RAM and  128GB of onboard storage is priced at Rs 16,999. The smartphone will be available in select stores offline and online exclusively on Flipkart and will go on sale starting April 29.

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 735 Leaks Before Official Announcement

    Qualcomm Snapdragon 735 Leaks Before Official Announcement

    Earlier this month Qualcomm launched three smartphone chipsets which include the Snapdragon 665, the Snapdragon 730 and the Snapdragon 730G. Another chipset from the company, the Snapdragon 735 has surfaced before its official announcement. 

    Snapdragon 735 Innards

    According to the source, the Snapdragon 735 SoC is manufactured using 7 nm fabrication process which makes it highly power efficient. The chipset consists of Octa-Core Kryo CPU and the Adreno 620 GPU. Out of its eight cores, one core is clocked at 2.9 GHz, another core is clocked at 2.4 GHz while the remaining 6 cores are clocked at a frequency of 1.8 GHz. This combination of cores clocked at different frequency provides for an optimised power and performance output. 

    The Adreno 620 GPU is clocked at 750 MHz which is able to support QHD display panels which have a refresh rate of up to 60 FPS. In terms of storage, the chipset support UFS 2.1 Gear 3, eMMC 5.1 and USB 3.1 Type C. According to the listing, the Snapdragon 735 can support up to 16 GB of LPDDR4X RAM. Noteworthy, it consists of the NPU220 (Neural Processing Unit) which is clocked at a speed of 1 GHz. The NPU in the chipset will be used to execute AI tasks on the smartphone it is featured on. More details about the Snapdragon 735 are expected to follow soon as the company rolls information about it.

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    Even though the official announcement date of the chipset is currently unknown, Qualcomm is expected to launch it soon. 

     

  • LG Patents A Smartphone With Triple Selfie Cameras

    LG Patents A Smartphone With Triple Selfie Cameras

    Korean smartphone manufacturer, LG is known for making smartphones that have uncommon and distinctive features. Earlier this year it showcased the innovative V50 ThinQ that has an attachable second display. Freshly granted patents to the company indicate that it is working on yet another smartphone with unique elements. The patent granted to LG reveals a smartphone that has triple selfie cameras which is a world first except for the swivel camera on the Galaxy A80.

    Patent Disclosures

    The patent for the aforementioned smartphone was granted to LG by WIPO (World Intellectual Property Office) on the 19th of April 2019. The patent exhibits a smartphone which is highly reminiscent of several LG devices from the past. However, as previously mentioned, the freshly patented handset has triple selfie cameras which are housed in a wide notch at the top of the display.

    LG G8 ThinQ

    The rear of the LG smartphone harbours a triple camera setup and a fingerprint sensor. The right side of the device is occupied by the SIM card tray and the power button while its left side is occupied by the volume rockers. The patent exhibits that the top of the device lacks any controls and ports while its bottom houses the loudspeaker griller and a USB port. 

    What Could Three Front Cameras Be Used For?

    Reportedly, the front and rear camera setup of the LG smartphone will utilise a set of similar camera sensors. Like the previously launched LG V50 ThinQ, the upcoming smartphone may have a 12 MP standard sensor, 12 MP telephoto sensor and a 16 MP ultrawide sensor. Furthermore, the company can even opt for a TOF sensor instead of an ultrawide sensor. All in all, precise details about the device will only be publicised once it is addressed by the company. 

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    LG is yet to confirm the development of such a smartphone, therefore, its launch date cannot be determined or speculated. 

  • 5G Compatible: Huawei Mate 20 X Leaks In Video Before Launch

    5G Compatible: Huawei Mate 20 X Leaks In Video Before Launch

    Huawei introduced the Mate 20 smartphone lineup back in the year 2018 which includes the standard Mate 20, the Mate 20 Pro and the Mate 20 X. Even though all three handsets are kitted with top tier specifications, the Mate 20 x accrediting to its massive 7.2-inch OLED display stands out of the bunch. The company had previously been alleged to launch a 5G variant of the former and a video shared by a Chinese Youtuber supports the claim. Called the Mate 20 X 5G, the upcoming smartphone will carry forward most features from the original device with countable distinguishing elements. 

    Features Of The Mate 20 X 5G

    Like the original Mate 20 X, its 5G variant will sport a 7.2 inch OLED display. The display panel will have a pixel density of 346 ppi and will be safeguarded with Corning Gorilla Glass. It will feature a triple camera setup which consists of a 40 MP + 20 MP + 8 MP sensor. 

    Under the hood, the Mate 20 X 5G will be kitted with the Kirin 980 SoC which is manufactured using 7 nm fabrication process. Noteworthy, to implement 5g connectivity, it will feature the Balong 5000 modem which is also present on the foldable Mate X.

    In order to accommodate the new 5G modem, the battery of the Mate 20 X 5G will be reduced to 4,200 mAh from 5,000 mAh on the standard variant. Also, the upcoming smartphone will support 40 W charging which is a worthy step up from 22.5 W on the original device. Other features including placement of ports, connectivity options, storage variants are likely to remain unaltered.

    Also Read: 2019 iPhone Models To Have 12 MP Selfie Camera And Special Black Coating

    The exact specifications and price of the Mate 20 X 5G will be publicised once it is officially launched. Although Huawei has not announced the launch date of the smartphone, it is expected to launch in the second half of this year. 

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