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  • Lenovo India Introduces “Made To Order” Customisable Laptops

    Lenovo India Introduces “Made To Order” Customisable Laptops

    One of the key benefit desktop PCs have had over laptops is choice in the configuration. Apart from pre-built computers, most users or even enthusiasts have always chosen which parts they needed for their desktops. Laptops have generally almost always sold with set internal hardware as specified by various electronic companies. However, Lenovo has now started a new ‘Make Your Own’ initiative that offers users the ability to customise their laptops before purchase.

    Lenovo

    How It Works

    The new ‘Made To Order’ service for ThinkPad laptops is currently available in India and will soon expand to other laptop lineups within 90 days. Options for customising laptops is available on Lenovo’s official website. The company is claiming to offer over 100,000 configurations. Lenovo has stated that the custom ordered laptop will be made in its automated facilities which promise to deliver in two weeks time.

    Lenovo

    According to the company, users with varying needs are being taken into account. Growth has been observed in the demand for personalised laptops and Lenovo plans on delivering. The launch of the service will mark a pro-consumer focused business model being adopted by the tech giant. 

    Configurations Offered

    Lenovo

    • CPU: Intel and AMD options will be available although only the former is currently listed with options between Core i3, i5, and i7.
    • Storage: Standard hard disk drives can be swapped out for the much faster solid state drives.
    • Graphics: Customers can choose between the integrated graphics provided or the dedicated graphics card from AMD and NVIDIA.
    • Screen: Options vary from Full HD displays panels to the vibrant 4K displays with a touch screen option.
    • Pre-Installed Software: Users can opt for certain softwares such as the MS Office, Abode Suite, Anti-Virus applications and much more.
    • Accessories: Additional items such as an upgraded extra battery, Ethernet Dongles, Expansion Docks and External monitors are being provided on the side.
    • Premier Support: Lenovo is offering extended warranty and Accidental Damage Protection service to those interested.

    Lenovo

    Also Read: Oppo Showcases A Smartphone With Invisible Selfie Camera

    All-in-all, Lenovo has offered a great option for its potential customers. Currently, there are very few options for customising laptops to cater to users specific needs. For example, users may need a powerful CPU but not the expensive GPU that ships with it. Hence, the option of opting out is a good deal. Lenovo’s pro-choice move is a welcomed change to the formula that is prevalent in the mobile computer industry.

  • Apple Watch Could Soon Receive A Camera

    Apple Watch Could Soon Receive A Camera

    Apple introduced its line up of smart wearables with the original Apple Watch back in the year 2015. Since then the gadget has become one of the worlds most popular smartwatch. Reports reveal that the Apple Watch is one of its best selling products that the company has produced till date. Multiple iterations of the device have been released in the past 4 years and now a new report points towards a camera being added to the smart wearable.

    Apple Watch with its latest watchOS 6 update, has made the device capable of providing a proper standalone experience. The one feature that the company has restrained to bring to the Apple Watch is an actual camera. A freshly filed patent at the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) suggests that Apple plans on putting a camera on the wearable. The tech giant is reportedly building a unique camera system which is placed on the strap rather than the main body of the watch.

    Apple Watch

    The design would have logically been put in the body of the device, as Apple had previously mentioned. According to the schematics, a camera is going to be placed on the end of the Apple Watch strap. Various designs showcase different methods of the camera being mounted on the flexible surface. One of the design simply adds a third smaller strap to exclusively house the sensor that can be laid when not in use. Most designs have shown that the camera can be made to stand in an upright manner. Apple Watch’s strap will likely include some form of connection between the main body and the sensor. It can be achieved by using malleable cores that can give the camera free motion alongside metal wire, magnetorheological fluid, or metal links.

    Apple Watcg 

    There are also indications that a hidden button might be employed for taking selfie shots without need the help of the smartwatch. More than one camera sensor is suggested in the design, as two sensors can potentially be housed on either side. Users can possibly switch between the front and back cameras during a video call or taking a picture. Apple may also seek to employ just one sensor that is placed on a rotary design, allowing for dual functionality. 

    Apple Watch

    Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A90 Leaked, To Feature Snapdragon 855, 5G Support

    Camera in the Apple Watch has been rumoured before by the company itself in 2018. Apple might soon add a major game-changing addition on its popular lineup of wearable devices. A camera will also seek to further the gap between the smartwatches reliance on the iPhone. The new camera feature will be a great new addition to the future iterations of the products line up. 

  • Samsung Galaxy Watch Active And Galaxy Fit Bands Launched In India

    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active And Galaxy Fit Bands Launched In India

    In the month of February, Samsung held the Galaxy Unpacked event where it unveiled the Galaxy S10 lineup (1,2,3) of flagship smartphones. Besides, the company also unveiled a wide variety of accessories which include the Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Fit, Galaxy Fit e and the Galaxy Watch Active. The Galaxy Buds were made available in the country alongside the flagship smartphones, but the three previously mentioned smart wearables were not. 

    On the 25th of June, Samsung India sent out a press release where it officially announced the three fitness oriented smart wearable devices for the country. To recap the features and specs of the devices are as follows:

    Samsung Galaxy Fit and Galaxy Fit e

    Both the Samsung Galaxy Fit and Galaxy Fit e have a similar design but they have significantly different features. In terms of looks, both the devices have an appealing design with a tall display and thin silicon straps. Notably, the display on the feature laden Galaxy Fit is surrounded by metal casing while the affordable Galaxy Fit e gets plastic edges.

    The difference in the choice of material also translates to disparate weight. The former weighs 23 grams with strap while the latter weighs just 15 grams with strap. The two devices also have different size and type of display. The Galaxy Fit has 0.95 inch colour AMOLED display with a pixel density of 282 ppi while the Galaxy Fit e incorporates a 0.74 inch PMOLED display that has a pixel density of 193 ppi.

    The Galaxy Fit is powered by a 120 mAh battery whereas the Fit e is powered by a 70 mAh battery. Both the fitness bands from Samsung support Activity tracking, Sleep tracking and continuous HRM (Heart Rate Monitor). Noteworthy, the expensive out of the two, the Galaxy Fit supports additional features including Stress Tracking and Roaming Clock (Updates with the location of user, requires smartphone connectivity).

    The two smart bands from Samsung are also 5ATM water resistant and Military Grade (MIL-STD-810G) certified. The Galaxy Fit and Galaxy Fit e use Bluetooth for connection and are compatible with both Android (version 5.0 or greater having 1.5 GB of RAM) and iOS (iPhone 5 or above running iOS 9 ). In terms of sensors, both support HRM and accelerometer while the high end Galaxy Fit also gets a Gyroscope. The two devices will be available for purchase starting 1st of July via Flipkart.com and traditional brick and mortar stores. The price of the two devices are as follows:

    • Galaxy Fit e: Rs 2,490
    • Galaxy Fit: Rs 8,990
    Galaxy Watch Active

    The Galaxy Watch Active runs on Tizen based wearable OS 4.0 which can be navigated via gestures and the two side-mounted buttons. The smartwatch packs the Exynos 9110 SoC which consists of a dual-core processor. It has a 1.1 inch AMOLED display that has a resolution of 360×360 px.

    The Galaxy Watch Active is capable of automatically recognizing and tracking the activity being performed by the user. Apart from that, it also has a continuous heart rate tracking feature which can provide users with real-time information regarding their cardiac health.

    The Galaxy Watch Active has 768 MB of RAM and 4 GB of internal storage. The smartwatch is IP68 water and dust resistant and is MIL-STD-810G certified. Connectivity options on the device include GPS, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0. As far as the sensors go, the Galaxy Watch Active has an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope and a pedometer. Furthermore, the smartwatch also has a sleep monitoring feature. The watch is powered by a 230 mAh battery which can be charged via WPC-based wireless charging (Wireless Power Consortium).

    The Galaxy Watch Active is available for purchase starting today (25th on June) on Amazon.in, Samsung’s e shop and multi brand retail store brands. 

    Also Read: Samsung Could Be Working On A New Galaxy Fold With Curved Display

    Samsung with its updated smart wearables has tried to break into different price brackets. However, the Mi Band 4 from Xiaomi which will soon launch in the country will surely give the Samsung offering’s a run for their money, especially the Galaxy Fit e.

    What are your thoughts on the Galaxy Fit range for smart wearables? Do let us know in the comments below

  • OPPO Smartphone With Invisible Punch Hole To Launch At MWC Shanghai

    OPPO Smartphone With Invisible Punch Hole To Launch At MWC Shanghai

    In order to maximise the screen-to-body ratio on a smartphone, OEMs started embracing design changes like a notch. Even though Apple was not first company to launch the a smartphone with a notch, iPhone X from 2017 made this design change much more acceptable to the general public. As it seemed, displays with notch on top were here to stay, companies including Samsung and Huawei launched devices with punch hole (1,2). Surprisingly, users quickly got accustomed to handsets with this type of display as well.

    iPhone X With Notch

    Although the punch hole is widely accepted, there is no doubt that this cutout in the display acts as an intrusion while playing games or consuming media. In order to overcome this obstacle, smartphone manufacturer, OPPO is resorting to a unique and impressive technological advancement. In the latest teaser, OPPO is boasting of a smartphone with a punch hole which can be concealed or covered with the display on top.  

    In simpler words, the OPPO smartphone will have a punch hole camera which whenever not in use will be invisible as the pixels on top will function like any other region on the display. Korean electronics giant, Samsung was previously granted a patent for a device with a similar feature which is yet to make its way to final production.

    Speaking of its launch, OPPO will unveil the said smartphone with an invisible punch hole at MWC Shangai which is scheduled for 26th to 28th June. User’s who are shocked and want to question that MWC for the year has already been held in the month of February. China gets its very own MWC due to a massive number of OEMs and consumers based in the country.

    Other than the revolutionary display tech, no other details about the device have been revealed. Though the device is assumed to be a flagship handset which will be kitted with likewise specifications. In terms of SoC, it is safe to say that the upcoming handset is likely to have the Snapdragon 855 chipset.

    Qualcomm 865
    Snapdragon 855

    To gain more information about the OPPO smartphone we won’t have to wait for long as MWC Shangai is about to start. Besides, it seems that amidst fierce competition, OPPO plans to launch high end devices with distinguishing features which will make them stand out of the crowd. 

    Also Read: Xiaomi Introduces 3D Air Gestures To Toggle Apps With One Hand

    All in all, smartphones without bezels around display are no longer a farfetched dream. Rather it is about to become mainstream, at least in the flagship segment device.  

  • Xiaomi Launches The Mi Beard Trimmer In India

    Xiaomi Launches The Mi Beard Trimmer In India

    Xiaomi will complete 5 successful years in India next month. To commemorate its 5th year anniversary, the company will launch 5 new products in the country over the next 5 weeks. On the 25th of June, the first product in the aforementioned launch cue has been unveiled which is the Mi Beard Trimmer. As the product name suggests, it is a grooming product which is targeted towards male consumers. The segment is currently lead by the offerings from Philips and Syska, which Xioami plans to disrupt with its latest addition. 

    Mi Trimmer Quick specs
    • Self-sharpening blades with 0.5mm precision
    • 40 length setting with two combs
    • 90 minutes of battery life on one charge
    • IPX7 waterproof quad-edge design
    • Travel lock
    • Cordless and corded usage (supports most power banks)
    • 10min use on a 5min charge
    Mi Trimmer Build, Design and Features
     

    The Mi Beard trimmer has an ergonomic design which Xiaomi is referring to as the ‘Quad Edge’. It is made out of hard plastic which feels sturdy and comfortable to hold. For readers interested in dimensions, the beard trimmer measures 154 x 48 x 38 mm.

    The front of the Mi Beard trimmer accommodates a length adjustment circular dial, power button and three LED charge indicators. The said circular dial can be used to adjust the comb height which supports 40 different beard length settings. The device’s inbuilt battery is claimed to provide a backup of 90 minutes which is on par with its competitors.

    The battery on the Mi Beard trimmer can be charged via the bottom mounted figure 8 type port. Noteworthy, the other end of the charging cable has a conventional USB Type A port, therefore, the Mi Beard Trimmer can even be charged via a power bank or regular smartphone chargers. The men’s grooming product is IPX7 rated which means that it can be submerged in upto 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.

    The Mi Beard Trimmer is shipped with a bunch of accessories which are as follows:

    • Travel Pouch
    • Cleaning Brush
    • 2 Trimming Comb
    • Power Cord

    In addition, the package also includes a user manual which details all the controls and functions the product supports. 

    Also Read: Samsung Has Sold 1 Million Units Of Galaxy S10 5G In South Korea

    The Mi Beard Trimmer costs Rs 1,199, which in our opinion is an aggressive price, considering the features it brings to the table. The men’s grooming product will be available for order from mi.com starting today, June 25th. It will also be available from Amazon.in and Mi Home Stores starting from June 27th.

    Conclusively, Xiaomi has added yet another praiseworthy product in its ever expanding portfolio with several product launches which will follow soon. 

  • iOS 13 and iPadOS Public Beta Released: How To Install

    iOS 13 and iPadOS Public Beta Released: How To Install

    Apple announced new versions of its operating systems for all of its devices earlier this month at the World Wide Developer’s Conference (WWDC). These include the new version of the iPhone operating system, iOS 13; a brand new OS for iPads, iPadOS and an upgraded MacOS called MacOS Catalina.

    While the aforementioned software were available to download in developers beta; it was only possible if the user was signed up to the Apple’s developer program. On 24th of June however, the company has released the first public betas for all the operating systems. This means they can be download by anyone owning a compatible device. Here is a step by step guide on how to download the beta software of the iOS 13, iPadOS and MacOS.

    iOS 13 Public Beta

    The iOS 13 as mentioned above, will be the latest software available for the Apple iPhone starting the iPhone 6s series. It promises many noticeable improvements over its predecessor, iOS 12. The latest software has a system-wide dark mode, which as the name suggests turns many areas of the User Interface dark. This is aimed at preserving battery life in OLED iPhones and will look more pleasing at night. It also supports multiple AirPods pairing to share music between iPhones.

    iOS 13

    More improvements on the iOS 13 include a new swipe gesture for keyboard, overhauled Reminders and Maps apps and performance improvements over iOS 12. Apple claims a 30 percent speed increase for FaceID in supported iPhones and smaller app update size. Overall, iOS 13 is a significant update for the software, however, if you plan on installing it; please be wary that it is still in beta and there may be some bugs that will be needed to iron out. Here is how you can install the iOS 13 Public Beta.

    • Head over to the Apple Beta Software Program by clicking here from Safari on your iPhone. (It doesn’t work with any other browser)
    • Sign in to your Apple account if you have not done it already.
    • Click on “Enroll Your Devices” on the top of the webpage.
    • Click on the “iOS” tab, this will make a reminder pop up on your screen to ensure your phone backup is complete. This will be needed if you plan on downgrading later.
    • Select the option “Download Profile” on the next page, this will bring another pop-up saying the website wants to download the file. Click on Allow.
    • Open the Settings app on your iPhone, select the section “Profile Downloaded” and then you can install the iOS 13 Beta.
    iPadOS Public Beta

    The iPadOS is an overhauled version of iOS 13 that is designed while keeping the iPad in mind. The iPadOS targets the iPad Pro and takes it one step closer to making it a full fledged computer. Many new features have been taken from the iOS 13 like the Dark Mode and new Reminders and Maps applications. It adds a redesigned home screen with widget support, new multi tasking features. The latency in the Apple Pencil has also been greatly reduced and there are new gestures for screenshots, editing text etc.

    Apple iPadOS

    The biggest overhaul in the iPadOS that separates itself from iOS 13 is the new files app and external storage support. Both have been added to make the iPad more productive than before. There is also a new feature that is in sync with MacOS Catalina called Sidecar. It lets you use the iPad Pro as a secondary display to your Mac with minimal latency over wired or wireless connections. If you plan on installing the iPadOS beta, once again be wary of the bugs that will exist; until the stable update later this year. Here is how you can install the iPadOS public beta on your device.

    • Head over to the Apple Beta Software Program by clicking here from Safari on your iPad.
    • Sign in to your Apple account if you have not done it already.
    • Click on “Enroll Your Devices” on the top of the webpage.
    • Click on the “iPadOS” tab, this will make a reminder pop up on your screen to ensure your phone backup is complete. This will be needed if you plan on downgrading later.
    • Select the option “Download Profile” on the next page, this will bring another pop-up saying the website wants to download the file. Click on Allow.
    • Open the Settings app on your iPhone, select the section “Profile Downloaded” and you are all set to install the iPadOS Beta.
    MacOS Catalina Public Beta

    MacOS

    The MacOS Catalina is the latest version of the operating system for various computing devices from Apple. It features considerable changes over the last generation, MacOS Mojave. The latest OS boasts of the Catalyst feature, which was codenamed Marzipan and allows iPad developers to port applications over to MacOS. The sidecar feature as mentioned in the iPadOS above is also making its debut in the newest generation MacOS.

    Apple MacOS

    A major feature that MacOS Catalina is bringing about is the introduction of Voice Control. It is an accessibility feature that will allow users with limited motor skills to control their Mac enabled device with their voice. Again, the MacOS public beta, like the iOS 13 and iPadOS is still in beta stage; so there may be some bugs that may need squashing in the stable update due later this year.

    • Visit the Apple Beta Software Program by clicking here.
    • Sign in to your Apple account. (Ignore if already done)
    • Click on the MacOS option, this will make a reminder pop up saying to ensure you have a time machine backup; in case you want to downgrade to a previous version.
    • Click on the option “Download the MacOS Public Beta Access Utility”; which will download a .dmg file enrolling your computer in the beta program.
    • Open System Preferences and click on Software Update option to install the MacOS Catalina beta. One thing to note is that it might not be available to download instantly in some cases. Users will need to wait if that is the case.

    Also read: Mysterious Samsung Tablet With Snapdragon 710, 4GB RAM Leaked Via Geekbench

    The new iOS 13, iPadOS and MacOS are major software releases by Apple this year. It is also seen as a step by the company to combine some functionalities of all the three different products for the future; as demonstrated by the Catalyst feature in MacOS. What do you think about Apple’s latest releases? Tell us in the comments below.

  • Samsung Has Sold 1 Million Units Of Galaxy S10 5G In South Korea

    Samsung Has Sold 1 Million Units Of Galaxy S10 5G In South Korea

    In the month of February, Samsung launched its first 5G compatible smartphone which is called the Galaxy S10 5G. Due to inadequate adoption of the 5th Generation of telecommunication, the device was commercially available in limited regions including South Korea.

    A report shared by Yonhap News Agency states that the Galaxy S10 5G has seen phenomenal success in the home country. According to Samsung, the sales of the flagship smartphone have exceeded 1 million since its 5th of April availability date. This is a praiseworthy feat for the South Korean Giant, Samsung that has managed to take a headstart in the expected 5G telecom revolution. The report also states that Samsung’s competitor, LG’s V50 ThinQ with 5G compatibility has also recorded notable sales in the country which have topped 2,80,000 units.

     

    To recall, the features and specifications of the Galaxy S10 5G are as follows:

    The Galaxy S10 5G measures 162.6 x 77.1 x 7.94mm and tips the scale at 198 grams. The design of the smartphone is reminiscent of the Galaxy S10+. To safeguard the device, it sports Corning Gorilla Glass 6 on the front and Gorilla Glass 5 on the back. The  Infinity-O display on the device measures 6.7-inch and is a Dynamic AMOLED panel with a resolution of 3040 x 1440 px. It has a pixel density of 505PPI and a 19:9 aspect ratio. Like the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+, it features an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner and has IP68 certification for water and dust resistance.

    The Galaxy S10 5G features quad rear cameras, unlike the triple rear camera setup found in the Galaxy S10 and the Galaxy S10+. This camera setup consists of a 12MP f/1.5-f/2.4 sensor, 12MP f/2.4 Telephoto sensor, 16MP f/2.2 Ultra-wide angle sensor; and a Time Of Flight(TOF) camera for 3D depth recording. The device has a dual camera setup on the front, which is comprised of a 10MP f/1.9 sensor and a secondary TOF sensor to assist with background blur in photos and videos.

    The Galaxy S10 5G runs on the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC which is manufactured using 7nm fabrication process. It has an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU. The device features the Qualcomm X50 modem for 5G support. In terms of storage, it features 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. There is no support for memory expansion via MicroSD.

    The Galaxy S10 5G is powered by a 4,500mAh battery, larger than the 4100mAh present on the Galaxy S10+. The device supports 25W fast charging via the bottom mounted USB Type-C Port. Noteworthy, the premium smartphone also supports wireless charging. Like its siblings, it also has a reverse wireless charging feature.

    Also Read: Mysterious Samsung Tablet With Snapdragon 710, 4GB RAM Leaked Via Geekbench

    All in all, with the new Galaxy S10 5G, Samsung seems geared up to take on the 5th gen cellular network technology.

  • Over 2,000 Dangerous Apps Found On The Google Play Store

    Over 2,000 Dangerous Apps Found On The Google Play Store

    Google’s Android is by far one of the most accessible OS (operating system) available in the market. It is estimated that about 75% of all smartphone users are using the software. This implies that 3 out of every 4th person has an Android enabled device. Hence, there are bound to be shortcomings and problems related to such a high user base. Notably, a brand new report has claimed that over 2,040 of Google Play Store apps are harmful to the users, some of which are famous.

    Google Play

    Research by the University of Sydney and Data6161 or CSIRO has administered over 1 million apps on the Google Play store. The two-year long study had found a large number of fake apps which weren’t malware but still required an unnecessary amount of permissions. These apps had no need for the data access that they were asking the users to provide. Certain software available on the Play store were famous, such as Hill Climb Racing and Temple Run. However, a few of these applications were downright malware.

    Machine learning and Neural networking are being heavily implemented in the processing of all the 1 million applications. An algorithm was specifically developed to look for similar text description and icon designs in Google Play’s top 10,000 most popular apps. A massive number of 49,608 were seen as potential threats to users or their device’s integrity. VirusTotal flagged about 7,246 of the apps as outright malicious while the remaining 2,040 were fake and high-risk apps. Furthermore, 1,565 of such apps made at least 5 sensitive permissions request and 1,407 were embedded with 3rd party ad libraries.

    Also Read: Honor 9X To Feature A Triple Camera Set Up And Kirin 810

    The aforementioned dangerous applications have since been removed. Google has reported that the number of rejected app submissions has jumped by more than 55% over the previous year while app suspension has increased by up to 66%. Users should be wary of such applications and should ensure to always download only the official and recognised corporations applications from the Google Play store. If unavoidable, one should pay attention as to what permissions the apps are demanding. A game should have no right to making calls and sending messages or have access to customers contact details.

  • Realme India To Launch A 64 MP Camera Smartphone

    Realme India To Launch A 64 MP Camera Smartphone

    Realme has just unveiled its plans on launching the worlds first smartphone with a 64MP camera. This new device will have its debut in India before being launched to the global market, as promised by Realme. The Shenzhen-based Chinese company was once a subsidiary of OPPO. Notably, in the past, Xiaomi had also claimed to launch worlds first smartphone with a 64MP camera sensor which is yet to happen.Realme

    Realme is developing the smartphone which will utilize Samsung’s GW1 camera sensor to achieve the 64MP title. The handset which will premiere in India has the largest sensor that can be found in a smartphone at 1/1.72 inch. This enables a large 1.6µm pixel size that is capable of better and clearer shots in various low light scenarios.

    Realme

    Realme India’s CEO went on Twitter to share the first ever shot (as seen below) taken by the yet unnamed upcoming smartphone. Notably, the device will be equipped with a Tetracell type sensor which is based similar to the Quad Bayer technology (a colour reproduction method used in a multi-camera device). This allows for the camera sensor to output 16MP images natively. 

    According to the image, the upcoming Realme device will sport three additional camera sensors alongside its 64MP primary shooter. The watermark in the image proves that the smartphone will have an AI-assisted quad camera module at the back. The tweet also ensures that a lot more of such camera samples would soon be teased by the smartphone manufacturing company.

    Realme

    Also Read: Huawei Nova 5i Pro Leaked Renders Reveal Quad Rear Cameras, Punch Hole Display

    Unfortunately, no ETA (estimated time of arrival) has been provided regarding the devices release date which is promised to launch in India before anywhere else. Furthermore, the implications of the image shared means that the device is almost ready or is in the final stages of development. Unfortunately, internal specifications and hardware regarding the handset are still at large as well. The upcoming Realme smartphone is expected that the device may launch before year-end or failing that early 2020. 

  • Galaxy Note 10 & Note 10 5G: What We Know So Far

    Galaxy Note 10 & Note 10 5G: What We Know So Far

    Samsung is bracing for the launch of its 10th generation Galaxy Note smartphone which is expected to happen in the month of August. Similar to what was seen with the Galaxy S10 lineup, the Galaxy Note 10 is also reported to be launched in four variants. The four different models of the flagship handset will allegedly be called Galaxy Note 10e, Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10 Pro and Note 10 5G.

    Similar to the Galaxy S10e, the Note 10e will be the most affordable device while the 5G variant of Note 10 will be the most expensive and spec laden handset out of the bunch. Even though the expected launch date of the upcoming devices is still far, several details about them have been revealed via unofficial sources. 

    Galaxy Note 10 Display and DesignGalaxy Note 10 Quad Rear Camera

    The Note 10e is reported to sport a 6.28 inch display while the standard Note 10  is reported to sport a 6.7 or 6.75 inch display. In terms of design, the upcoming devices are speculated to be significantly different than its predecessor, the Galaxy Note 9. Leaked renders and screen protector images exhibit that the future Note 10 smartphones will have negligible bezels around the display and high screen to body ratio. Like the OnePlus 7 Pro, the Note 10 5G and Note 10 Pro are reported to have a display that tapers towards the side.

    The key distinguishing feature of the Note 10 smartphones is told to have is a centre-mounted punch hole for the front facing selfie camera. Similar to what was observed with the S10 lineup, all smartphones in the 10th Gen Note range are assumed to have an in-display fingerprint scanner except for the Galaxy Note 10e. The latter is expected to have a side mounted fingerprint scanner which will be built into power button.

    Galaxy Note 10 Camera, Chipset and Battery
    Galaxy Note 10 Punch Hole Camera

    In terms of optics, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 lineup is reported to have multiple rear cameras(1). One highlighting aspect of the camera which was leaked on Twitter is the presence of variable aperture camera sensor. Speaking of the chipset, all variants in the upcoming lineup are assumed to be kitted Snapdragon 855 or Exynos 9820, depending on the region.

     

    Galaxy Note 10 Rear
    Galaxy Note 10 Rear

    Past leaks claim that the standard Galaxy Note 10 will have a 4,500 mAh battery which is a worthy upgrade over its predecessor that features a 4,000 mAh pack. All the smartphones in the lineup are also expected to support fast charging which may range from 15 W to 25 W.

    Galaxy Note 10 Renders

    To provide the devices with a supreme usability experience, they might feature UFS 3.1 ultra fast storage. This features was first seen on the OnePlus 7 Pro which is an obvious contender to Samsung’s offerings. Staple to Note series of handsets, the upcoming devices will also have a stylus which will provide for several nifty features like wirelessly clicking selfies or drawing on the display.

    Galaxy Note 10 Leaked Battery
    Galaxy Note 10 Leaked Battery

    Unlike past claims, the devices were reported to retain a 3.5 mm sensor which is a big sigh of relief for music lovers who enjoy their music on high end headphones.

    Even though the price of the smartphones is currently unannounced, the Note 10e is expected to retail for  € 800 while the flagship Note 10 5G may cost € 1,300 for the base variant.

    Also Read: Raspberry Pi 4 Launched With 4GB RAM, 4K Video Output

    Taking all the leaks into account, Note 10 smartphones seem to be worthy flagship devices. The launch date is currently not revealed but a Cnet report hints of a 7th August US launch which will be followed by the global launch on 23rd August.

  • Huawei Will Soon Enter The Indian Tablet Market

    Huawei Will Soon Enter The Indian Tablet Market

    Huawei had just gone on stage to unveil its new Nova 5, Nova 5 Pro and MediaPad M6 among its other products. The Chinese company, regardless of the restrictions by the US, still plans on expanding its business horizons on multiple fronts. A fresh report has uncovered that the tech giant will soon enter the tablet market in India.

    Huawei

    Huawei will compete with the likes of Samsung, Apple and Lenovo. These companies currently have a hold over the Indian tablet market, with Samsung in a dominating lead. The South Korean manufacturer has freshly unveiled the Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e and Galaxy Tab A10.1 which will seek to boost tablet sales in India.

    According to the source, the tablet will feature an estimated 10-inch screen size with considerable bezels at the front. Back of the device features the lone camera minus a flash at the top right corner alongside Huawei’s branding in the centre. Regulatory information can also be seen on the bottom of the back panel. Two speaker grills are found at the bottom of the tablet while the right side features the volume rockers and power button.

    Huawei

    Huawei’s upcoming tablet is reportedly compatible with cellular networking, which will most likely include 4G LTE bandwidth. Unfortunately, finer details regarding the upcoming tablet are still unknown as the company has yet to make any official announcements. It is unclear if Huawei is planning a single tablet with multiple configurations or different tablet models altogether for the Indian Market.

    Huawei

    Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 To Retain 3.5 MM Jack Claims Report

    The reception of this device by the Indian audience will be based on its pricing and offerings in regards to other companies. Huawei can make a great impact in the southeast Asian country if it can find the correct formula of value for money in the market. Furthermore, India has not had a fresh new contender in the tablet market for a while. This will make the new entry a welcomed addition, as more choice is always better for the consumers.

  • Full Specs And Price Of Xiaomi CC9 And CC9e Leak

    Full Specs And Price Of Xiaomi CC9 And CC9e Leak

    Xiaomi will soon launch a new lineup of smartphones called CC, which is developed in collaboration with Meitu, a luxury smartphone maker that the former acquired in the year 2018. According to senior Xiaomi executive, the new range of handsets is targeted towards young consumers, and they will have worthy photography capabilities and an appealing design. The smartphones are set to launch early next month, however, before the official unveiling, the price and features of two upcoming handsets have been leaked on Twitter. Althoug the details are in Chinese, the magic of Google translate allows deriving most of the specifications.

    Xiaomi CC9e Full Specs and Price

    According to the source, the Xiaomi CC9e sports a 5.97 inch AMOLED display with a water drop notch and a pixel density of 2340 x 1080 px. Like several mid range and premium smartphones, it features an in-display fingerprint scanner. Under the hood, it is kitted with the Snapdragon 710 Soc which consists of an Octa Core CPU and Adreno 616 GPU.

    For photography, the Xiaomi CC9e will have 32 MP front camera and a triple rear camera setup which consists of the 48 MP Sony IMX582 sensor, an 8 MP sensor and a 5 MP sensor. The handset will be powered by either a 3500 mAh battery or 4,000 mAh battery which supports 18 w fast charging. To provide durability to the device, it has Corning Gorilla 5 on both the front and back.

    For charging and data syncing, the Xiaomi CC9e will incorporate a USB 2.0 Type C port. The smartphone will run MIUI 10 which is based on Android 9 Pie. In terms of memory and storage, it will be offered in three variants which are listed below along with their leaked price:

    • 6 GB + 64 GB- CNY 1599 (Rs 16,200)
    • 6 GB + 128 GB- CNY 1899 (Rs 19,200)
    • 8 GB + 128 GB- CNY 2199 (Rs 22,200)
    Xiaomi CC9 Full Specs and Price
     

    The leaked spec sheet reveals that the Xiaomi CC9 is beefed up variant of CC9e, which is similar to Samsung’s branding with the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10e. The source reveals that the Xiaomi CC9 will sport a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with water drop notch and a pixel density of 2340 x 1080 px. Similar to the younger, CC9e, it will also have an in-display fingerprint scanner.

    In terms of optics, the Xiaomi CC9 features a 32 MP front camera like its younger sibling, while its triple rear camera setup consists of 48 MP Sony IMX 586 sensors, 16 MP wide angle sensor and a 12 MP sensor. The smartphone is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery which will support 27 w fast charging. The front of the smartphones is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 6 while the rear is protected with Gorilla Glass 5.

    Qualcomm Snapdragon
    Qualcomm Snapdragon

    The device will be kitted with the Snapdragon 730 SoC which Qualcomm’s latest offering for mid range to premium smartphones. Indifferent to the more affordable offering, the Xiaomi CC9 will also support NFC. It also sports a USB 2.0 Type C which will be used for charging and transferring data. The smartphone will be offered in three variants which are listed below along with their leaked price:

    • 6 GB + 128 GB- CNY 2599 (Rs 26,300)
    • 8 GB + 128 GB- CNY 2799 (Rs 28,200)
    • 8 GB + 256 GB- CNY 3099 (Rs 31,300)

    Also Read: Samsung Galaxy M30s Colour Variants Leaked, To Launch In India Soon

    In order to verify the leaked details, we won’t have to wait for long as the Xiaomi’s CC lineup of smartphones is set to be unveiled on 2nd of July. 

  • Microsoft Working On A Foldable Surface Device That Runs Android Apps

    Microsoft Working On A Foldable Surface Device That Runs Android Apps

    American technology behemoth Microsoft launched devices under its Surface brand starting the year 2012. The company has launched a slew of laptops, tablets under the brand and has been long rumoured to be working on a foldable Surface device. While the device has been confirmed to be in development, no other details about it were known. Now, a report claims that Microsoft is planning to launch a compact foldable Surface mobile device in the first half of next year.

    Microsoft Foldable Surface

    As mentioned above, Microsoft may be planning to launch a foldable Surface device next year. While it is not confirmed precisely when the announcement will take place; the source claims it may be as early as the first quarter of the year 2020 or by the first half of the year. It has been revealed that the device will have two 9 inch displays with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Interestingly, other Microsoft Surface products such as the Surface Laptops or the Surface Book use a 3:2 aspect ratio on their displays.

    Microsoft Foldable Surface

    Other details about the upcoming foldable Microsoft Surface as claimed in the report; are that it will use a new version of the Windows 10 operating system. This has been rumoured to be called the Windows Core OS (WCOS) and will be able to natively support the dual display user interface. It may also adopt the 10nm SoC by Intel which will be called Lakefield.

    Also read: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 To Retain 3.5 MM Jack Claims Report

    In a surprising move, it has also been claimed that the Microsoft Surface foldable will also be able to run Android apps and Apple’s iCloud service. As it is a mobile device, it may feature LTE or 5G for always-on connectivity to the internet. Unfortunately, more information like the pricing is not available as of now but is expected to be revealed as we move closer to the launch date.

  • HD Renders Of Xiaomi CC9e Reveal An Elegant Smartphone

    HD Renders Of Xiaomi CC9e Reveal An Elegant Smartphone

    Xiaomi is soon set to launch brand new smartphones in partnership with Meitu, which is a luxury handset maker that the former took over last year. Even though handsets in the new lineup are currently unannounced, several details about them have already been leaked. In the latest event, the alleged HD renders of the mid-range Xiaomi CC9 smartphone have been revealed on Chinese social media website, Weibo. 

    Xiaomi CC9e Design
    Xiaomi CC9e
    Xiaomi CC9e Renders

    As per alleged renders, the Xiaomi CC9e features a large screen water drop notch display on the front with a contoured back that seems to be made out of plastic. The display of the smartphone is surrounded by thin bezels on all sides which provide the device with a high screen to body ratio. Also, the images reveal that the upcoming smartphone will have an in-display fingerprint standard which is slowly becoming a standard in mid range and premium smartphones.

    The rear of the Xiaomi CC9e has a pleasing look that only accommodates a vertically aligned company logo and triple camera setup. Overall, the device has an elegant design and adding to the claim is the pearl white coloured rear panel which looks appealing. 

    Xiaomi CC9e Features

    Also Read: Features And Layout Of Honor’s MagicBook Pro Laptop Leaked

    The previously leaked poster of the Xiaomi CC9e which was also discovered on Weibo reveals its key specifications. Accordingly, the device will be kitted with the Snapdragon 710 SoC which consists of Octa Core CPU and Adreno 616 GPU. For clicking selfies, the device will feature a 32 MP camera. Talking about the previously mentioned triple rear camera, the main sensor in the arrangement will have 48 MP resolution. In terms of battery, it will be kitted with a 3900 mAh battery which will support 18 W fast charging.Xiaomi CC9

    In addition to the CC9e mid-range smartphone, Xiaomi is also expected to unveil a high-end device which will have a flip camera like the newly launched Asus 6z. The alleged render of the said device looks the image shared above. 

    On the whole, the CC lineup seems like another league of worthy smartphones from Xiaomi’s stable. Although we will have to wait patiently as the launch date of the CC lineup is yet to be announced. 

  • Features And Layout Of Honor’s MagicBook Pro Laptop Leaked

    Features And Layout Of Honor’s MagicBook Pro Laptop Leaked

    Even though Huawei is facing a major setback after the US trade ban, its outlook on launching new products seems unaffected. To further improve its penetration in the portable computer market, Huawei’s sub brand, Honor is reportedly working on a premium laptop called Honor MagicBook Pro 16.1. The details about the device were shared on Twitter by the know tipster Evan Blass which exhibits the laptop’s features and design layout.

    Honor MagicBook Pro Design and Features

    According to the images shared by the source, the Honor MagicBook Pro’s design is highly remisicent of Apple’s 15 inch MacBook Pro. The laptop computer seems to have a chiclet style keyboard which is flanked by loudspeakers on the either side. The power button to turn on the device is placed in the right loudspeaker grille cutout which may double as a fingerprint sensor.

    The Honor MagicBook Pro in this context has a 16.1 inch display which is surrounded by thin bezels on all four sides. Another notable feature of the device is a collapsible web camera which resides in the eight key in the top keyboard lane. This collapsible camera allows the company to shrink the bezels around the display while adding an element of security. As web camera’s high jacked by hackers can leak video footage of the user without their knowledge.

    MateBook X With Collapsible Webcam: For Reference

    Speaking of the processor, the Honor MagicBook Pro 16.1 will reportedly feature the Intel i5-8265U quad core CPU which can be clocked upto 3.9 GHz. Besides, it will also have Nvidia MX250 which is an entry level GPU. In terms of memory and storage, it will have 8 GB of RAM and 512 GB SSD storage.

    Also Read: Future MacBook And iPad Models Reported To Feature OLED Display

    For now, these are all the details that are available for the Honor MagicBook Pro 16.1. More information about the laptop is expected to be revealed in the coming future.

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