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  • Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 & Max M2 Specs Leaked

    Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 & Max M2 Specs Leaked

    Asus launched the ZenFone Max Pro M1 phone earlier this year. The device was able to rake in good sales for the company because of its excellent specs & competitive pricing. Recently, specifications of two upcoming successors of the smartphone have leaked online. The phones will reportedly be called ZenFone Max Pro M2 & ZenFone Max M2. The source additionally mentioned that the devices will be launched in the Indian market.

    The specifications have been leaked by Roland Quandt. The leaker goes by the username of @rquandt on twitter & is a trustworthy source. As he has previously leaked specifications of multiple devices that have turned out to be true. He states that ZB632KL (non-Pro) & ZB634KL (Pro) are likely to be India specific model numbers of the smartphones.

    Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 Specs:Zenfone Max Pro M1

    The Zenfone Max Pro M2 is reported to feature a 6-inch full HD+ display. The device will have a triple camera set up on the back out of which the main telephoto lens is a 13 MP sensor. The device will be available in two storage capacities which will be 64 GB & 128 GB. However, no information about storage expandability is known.

    In terms of memory, the ZenFone Max Pro M2 will have 4 GB of RAM. The upcoming smartphone will have the Octa-Core Snapdragon 660 SoC. The massive 5,000 mAh battery was the highly admired feature of the ZenFone Max Pro M1 and the successor is expected to have at least the same capacity if not more.

    Asus ZenFone Max M2 Specs:
    Zenfone Max Pro M1

    Also Read: Apple iPad Pro Up For Pre-Order In India

    The ZenFone Max M2 will be a more affordable phone than the ZenFone Max Pro M2.  Hence, it will be a scaled down variant of the pro version. It has a Snapdragon 636 SoC and dual rear cameras. Like the elder Max Pro M2, it also gets a main 13 MP telephoto sensor. The handset will also have 4 GB of RAM and will be available in two storage variants which are 32 GB & 64 GB. It is reported to have a 6-inch Full HD+ display.

    Finally, both the devices seem promising and will be a serious contender in the budget segment if Asus is able to carry forward the excellent pricing from their earlier phones.

  • Nokia Unveils Nokia 106 & Nokia 230 Feature Phones

    Nokia Unveils Nokia 106 & Nokia 230 Feature Phones

    Smartphones might have taken over the world, but the need for simple feature phones still exists. Nokia is definitely is one of the first companies that come to our mind when we think of feature phones. Additionally, this is the segment where Nokia still reigns. Recently, the company has unveiled refreshed versions of two of their classic phones, the Nokia 106 & Nokia 230. The Nokia 106 has received several improvements whereas the Nokia 230 gets two new colors.

    Nokia 106

    The news Nokia 106 gets a completely new design and the company has also bumped the storage of the phones. The Nokia 106 has a non-symmetrical top-heavy design, small display, and a rubberised alphanumeric keypad. The phone weighs only 70 grams and measures 111.15 x 49.5 x 14.4 mm. It has a 1.8-inch QVGA display with 160 x 120 px resolution. The device has 4 MB of internal memory which allows it to save up t0 2000 contacts.

    The Nokia 106 supports dual 2G SIM cards and has an 800 mAh user replaceable battery that can provide upt0 15 hours of talk time. Nokia claims that the tiny phone has a standby time of up to 21 days as the device consumes very less energy in this mode. The device can be charged from an inbuilt Micro USB port. It does not have a built-in camera but it does get the ever -popular snake xenzia game.

    Nokia 230

    The Nokia 230 is now available in two new colors which are Light Gray and Dark Blue. It is a much more feature rich device when compared to the lightweight Nokia 106. The feature phone runs on Series 30 Operating system and does support user-installable applications. It has a 2.8-inch QVGA display and an alphanumeric keypad. The handset measures 124.66 x 53.4 x 10.9 mm and weighs in at 91 grams. The handset geta a 2 MP rear camera with LED flash and a 2 MP front facing camera which can also record 480p videos.

    The Nokia 230 is powered by a user replaceable 1200 mAh battery which can be charged with the inbuilt Micro USB connector. The device has 16 MB of RAM and supports memory expandability up to 32 GB via a microSD card. The phone supports GPRS & uses Opera mini as its default browser. It supports single SIM & accepts Mini-SIM. The Nokia 230 also has 3.5 mm audio jack and Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity. It has some built-in apps like clock, calendar, recorder and reminders app.

    Also Read: Apple iPad Pro Up For Pre-order In India

    Nokia is yet to announce the price and availability of both the feature phones. Both the pieces of information are expected to announced soon.

  • Apple iPad Pro Up For Pre-Order In India

    Apple iPad Pro Up For Pre-Order In India

    The iPad Pro 11 inch and iPad Pro 12.9 inch with an edge-to-edge display was launched last month in the US. And now the devices are available for pre-order in India. The new devices are significantly more powerful than the previous generation and now have Face ID support like the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max.

    Click here to pre-order the iPad Pro

    Design & Specifications

    The new iPad Pro has thin bezels on all four sides & is available in two screen sizes which are 11-inch and 12.9-inch. Both the variants have similar specifications except for a few differences. The iPad Pro has a LED-backlit display with a pixel density of 265  ppi. Its displays have a scratch resistant glass and an oleophobic coating which reduces the number of fingerprint smudges left behind after using it. The iPad Pro runs on iOS 12.1 and has the 7 nm A12X Bionic chipset. The chipset is integrated with an Octa-Core CPU and 7 Core GPU. In terms of memory, the larger 12.1-inch variant has 6 GB of RAM while the 11-inch variant gets 4 GB of RAM. With the new iPad Pro, Apple has also bumped up the storage capacities.

    The new device is available in 4 storage capacities which are as follows:

    • 64 GB
    • 256 GB
    • 512 GB
    • 1 TB

    For photography, the iPad Pro has an f/1.8 aperture equipped 12 MP rear sensor & an f/2.2 aperture equipped front-facing cameras. The tablet can shoot 2160p videos at 60fps with the rear camera while the front camera can shoot 1080p videos @ 30fps. The iPad Pro also has a Quad LED dual-tone flash for the rear camera. The 12.9-inch variant has a 36 Wh battery while the 11-inch variant has a smaller 29 Wh battery.

    In terms of connectivity, the iPad Pro has 802.11 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS and a Type-C USB port for charging and data transfer. The device is available in Wi-FI and Wi-Fi + Cellular options. The tablet also has a host of sensors which are Face ID, accelerometer, gyroscope, barometer and a proximity sensor.

    Accessories

    With the iPad Pro, Apple also introduced a folio style detachable smart keyboard for it. The keyboard magnetically attaches to the tablet and can be set to two different viewing angles. It is sold separately as an accessory for the iPad Pro & it definitely boosts productivity on the powerful device. The tablet with the smart keyboard is pretty capable of replacing your everyday laptop. Additionally, it offers support for a wide variety of applications which range from casual games to professional video editing software like Luma Fusion.

    Apple pencil is an accessory that opens a whole new world of possibilities with the iPad Pro. It is developed for design professionals who are on the go and want a portable workstation. The Apple pencil charges wirelessly from the iPad Pro which it connects to magnetically. To change tools, the user can double-tap on the side of the pencil.

    The iPad has always been a class-leading product and with the new keyboard attachment and a more powerful processor, it also intends to challenge the ultrabook segment.

    Price, Colors & Availability

    Click here to pre-order the iPad Pro

    The iPad Pro is available in two colors which are Silver & Space Gray. The device is up for pre-order in India and the deliveries will commence soon. The price for different variants of the device is as follows:

    Variant Apple iPad Pro 11-inch Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch
    Wi-Fi only
    64GB

    Rs. 71,900

    Rs. 89,900
    256GB

    Rs. 85,900

    Rs. 1,03,900
    512GB

    Rs. 1,03,990

    Rs. 1,21,900
    1TB

    Rs. 1,39,900

    Rs. 1,57,900
    Wi-Fi + Cellular
    64GB

    Rs. 85,900

    Rs. 1,03,900
    256GB

    Rs. 99,900

    Rs. 1,17,900
    512GB

    Rs. 1,17,900

    Rs. 1,35,900
    1TB

    Rs. 1,53,900

    Rs. 1,71,900
  • Nokia 2.1 Plus Specs Revealed Through Listing

    Nokia 2.1 Plus Specs Revealed Through Listing

    Sometime back, a Nokia device with the model number TA-1136 was spotted at Bluetooth SIG. At that time, the device was believed to be the Nokia 8.1, which is the international version of the Nokia X7, owing to its Bluetooth 5.0 support. However, the TA-1136 model has now received approval from the FCC in the US and the listing has revealed some of the specifications of the device. The specifications reveal that this is not the Nokia 8.1, but the possibly the Nokia 2.1 Plus.

    The Nokia 2.1 was launched earlier this year and offered really attractive features at a low price. The company also claims that the device offers a 2-day battery life. 

    The addition of the Plus to its name indicates that the phone will sport a larger display. The Nokia 2.1 has a 5.5 inch display, so we can expect something bigger than that. Additionally, the RAM and storage variants listed on the site reveal that it is indeed a successor to the Nokia 2.1. The listing has a phone with 1 GB of RAM and 16 GB of storage. While the Nokia 2.1 had only 8 GB of storage, the larger storage capacity might owe itself to the Plus moniker. 

    However, the listing also reveals that the device will not be available in the US. The phone does not have 5 GHz Wi-Fi support, which means that HMD Global will be disabling some of the network bands on the device, causing it to be unavailable in the US.

    While the display size and storage options might be different from the Nokia 2.1, as mentioned above, the rest of the specifications on the Nokia 2.1 Plus might remain the same.

    Nokia 2.1 Specs

    The Nokia 2.1 has a 5.5 inch IPS LCD display with a 1280 x 720 resolution. The display and a 16:9 aspect ratio with a 267 ppi pixel density, along with Gorilla  Glass for protection. The phone has an aluminium frame along with a plastic back.

    Also Read: Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 With Triple Cameras To Launch Soon

    Running on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, it has 1 GB of RAM along with 8 GB of internal storage. The storage can be expanded up to 128 GB using a microSD card. The device has an 8 MP rear camera and a 5 MP front facing camera. It runs Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box and is a part of Google’s Android One Program. Android Go is a custom version of Android built for phones with lower processing abilities. Under the hood, it has a 4,000 mAh battery which gives the device a 2 day battery life claim.

  • Samsung Files Patent For Foldable Device With Three Screens

    Samsung Files Patent For Foldable Device With Three Screens

    The market for foldable smartphones will soon get pretty heated up. The long-awaited devices are on the brink of commercial availability. Samsung has previously showcased a foldable smartphone & is very optimistic about it. The company expects to sell 1 million units of foldable smartphones within the first year of their launch. The company seems to fall short in the field of smartphones against Chinese OEM’s. But, the foldable technology devices might help Samsung maintain their supremacy. Recently, Samsung has filed yet another intriguing patent of a device with double fold screen.

    Foldable Frenzy!

    The biggest highlight of the patent is the S-shaped foldable triple screens. The three screens unfold into to seamless tablet display. The patent reveals two hinges on either side of the middle screen that connect it with the left and right screen. The device when folded looks like a thick stack of cards. Additionally, the folded edge looks very thin unlike the previously showcased Galaxy F.

    The flexible mobile/ tablet device has rounded corners and a rectangular cutout at the back. The cutout will most probably house the rear camera and a fingerprint sensor if Samsung opts for one. The patent also shows a few slots at the bottom of the middle screen. The ports include a speakerphone grill, 3.5mm audio jack and what appears to be a USB Type-C port. As this is just a patent no certain specifications are currently available. But, the device will surely be a significant technological achievement which will open gates for a lot of other industries as well.

    Fold Mania

    Also Read: Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite To Launch Soon

    To conclude, the patent is just a representation which indicates the possibilities of a foldable screen & what foldable devices from Samsung might look like in the future.

  • Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 With Triple Cameras To Launch Soon

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 With Triple Cameras To Launch Soon

    The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 was launched earlier this year and was a hit in the budget segment. The phone got everything right and put Asus back on track again. It packs a massive 5,000 mAh battery, along with a solid build quality and some stellar features. All this combined, it is a great deal. Naturally, the successor to this phone would be highly anticipated and the latest leak has just added to the excitement. According to sources, the Zenfone Max Pro M2 will sport a triple camera setup on the back.

    The feature was made public by Roland Quandt, who is one of the most trustworthy leakers. So we can be sure that this feature will be seen on the upcoming smartphone. He detailed a phone by the name of Asus Zenfone ZB634KL which is set to launch ‘soon’. However, the source did not detail a specific date or time frame, so we do not know when we can expect this device. However, the fact that it will have triple cameras is really interesting. This would make it the first device in the sub-20K category to have triple rear cameras.

    While no other specifications regarding the device are available as of now, we can expect it to have similar features to the Zenfone Max Pro M1, if not better. Here are the specifications of the Max Pro M1 for reference.

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1Zenfone Max Pro

    The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 has a 5.99 inch IPS LCD display with a 2160 x 1080 px resolution and an 18:9 aspect ratio. The phone has an aluminium unibody design. Running on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 SoC, it has 3 GB, 4 GB and 6 GB RAM options. The phone has 32 GB, 64 GB and 128 GB storage options which is also expandable up to 256 GB using a microSD card.

    Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S9 Gets A New Ice Blue Gradient Colour

    On the rear, it sports a dual 13 MP + 5 MP camera setup. It has an 8 MP front facing camera with flash and bokeh effect. The Zenfone Max Pro M1 packs a massive 5,000 mAh battery and has a fingerprint sensor for securely unlocking the phone.

  • Honor 10 Lite Specs Revealed In Pre-Order Listing

    Honor 10 Lite Specs Revealed In Pre-Order Listing

    The Honor 10 Lite is an upcoming smartphone by the Chinese smartphone manufacturer. While the company has announced that the device will be launching on the 21st of November, a listing has revealed some the specifications of the device.

    The Honor 10 Lite is a cheaper alternative to the Honor 10. As the name suggests, the device will be lighter on your pocket and will also have some toned down specs when compared to the Honor 10. Some earlier reports that speculated it is just another rebranded Huawei device. However, it is not so and we will see the launch of a brand new device.

    Honor 10 Lite Specs

    Listed on Huawei’s on online store and Vmall, some of the specifications of the device have been leaked. These include  the fact that it will run on the Kirin 710 chipset. It will also have GPU Turbo pre-installed. GPU Turbo is a technology used by the Chinese manufacturer to ensure that the gaming performance of its devices are boosted, even if it does not have a well performing GPU. Other features include a 5.84 inch LCD display with a 19:9 aspect ratio.

    The phone is said to have a dual rear camera setup, which is vertically aligned, as seen in most of the Honor phones these days. No details about the camera specifications are available as of now. The back will also sport a physical fingerprint sensor for securely unlocking the device. It is also expected to have a gradient finish like most of the Honor devices these days.

    Also Read : Netflix Updates Its iOS App To Support The New iPad Pro’s Resolution

    The device is expected to have a battery with Huawei SuperCharge compatibility. It will run EMUI 9.0 based on Android 9 Pie out of the box, according to reports. The Honor 10 Lite is available for pre-order until its launch date, which is November 21st.

  • Samsung Galaxy S9 Gets A New Ice Blue Gradient Colour

    Samsung Galaxy S9 Gets A New Ice Blue Gradient Colour

    Samsung has been experimenting with gradient colours on its mid-range devices. The gradient finish was most recently seen on the quad-camera Galaxy A9. The company, however, did not extend this to its flagship phones. A launch in China, has changed that. The Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ are now available in an Ice Blue gradient finish. The colour option has only been introduced in China as of now, but might make its global debut soon.

    The new colour option for the Galaxy S9 and S9+ might be to warm up the market to introduce the upcoming flagship from Samsung. This move from Samsung reflects their latest findings. According to Samsung’s design labs, gradient colours are a major market trend for this year. This might have prompted the company to adapt this strategy with its mid-range phones as well. And might now spill over to its flagship devices.

    Galaxy S9 Specifications

    The Samsung Galaxy S9 has a 5.8 inch Super AMOLED display while the Galaxy S9+ has a 6.2 inch Super AMOLED display. Both the phones have a 2960 x 1440 px display resolution. While the S9 has a 570 ppi pixel density, the S9+ has a 529 ppi pixel density. Both the phones have Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for protection.

    Running on the Exynos 9810, the S9 has 4 GB of RAM and and the S9+ has 6 GB of RAM. The devices have 64 GB and 256 GB memory options, which can be expanded up to 400 GB via a microSD card. The phones run on Android 8.1 Oreo and will soon receive the Android 9 Pie update. The devices have a 12 MP dual camera setup and an 8 MP front facing camera.

    Also Read: Galaxy S10 Lite Pricing & Specs Leaked

    Customers in China will be able to purchase the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ in the Ice Blue colour variant starting 14 November in China. The Ice Blue S9 costs $790 and the S9+ costs $930.

  • Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite To Launch Soon

    Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite To Launch Soon

    China-based Xiaomi announced three variants of their Mi 8 Lite smartphone back in the month of September. Now just before the launch of the smartphone, the company has announced that the smartphone will be available in one more storage variant. The new variant will have 128 GB of ROM and 4 GB of RAM. The variant would be best suited for users who don’t usually run RAM intensive tasks but have a priority for higher storage. Above all, 4 GB of RAM is sufficient for running day-to-day tasks like browsing or watching YouTube videos.

    Mi8 Lite Design & Specifications

    The Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite has a 6.26-inch LCD display with a notch up top. The speakerphone,  ambient light sensor, and the 26 MP front selfie camera are housed in the notch. The MI 8 has a glass-finish rear back which houses a fingerprint sensor and the dual rear cameras with an LED flash. Talking about the rear cameras, the device has a f/1.9 aperture equipped 12 MP sensor and a f/2.0 aperture equipped 5 MP sensor. The rear cameras can capture 2160p videos @ 30fps while the front camera can shoot 1080p videos @ 30fps .

    The Mi 8 Lite has an Octa-Core Snapdragon 660 CPU along with the Adreno 512 GPU. The smartphone is powered by a 3,350 mAh Li-ion battery that supports Quick Charge 3.0. In terms of connectivity, the device has dual 4G VoLTE support, 802.11 Wi-Fi and a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer. At the time of launch, the smartphone will be available in 4 different variants which are as follows:

    • 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM
    • 4 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM
    • 6 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM
    • 6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM
    Price & Availability

    Also Read: Apple Confirms T2 Chip Limits 3rd-Party Repairs On New Macs

    Xiaomi has recently shared pictures of a Beijing train with posters of the Mi 8 Lite. It indicates that the launch date is very close and the company might launch it before this week ends. The smartphone will be available in 2 gradient colors and one solid color which are Twilight gold, Dream blue, Deep space gray. The company is yet to announce the price of 4 GB RAM/128 GB ROM variant. The price for previously announced variants as follows:

    • 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM- 1,399 CNY (around Rs. 14,600)
    • 6 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM- 1,699 CNY (around Rs. 17,700)
    • 6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM- 1,999 CNY (around Rs. 20,900)
  • Apple Confirms T2 Chip Limits 3rd-Party Repairs On New Macs

    Apple Confirms T2 Chip Limits 3rd-Party Repairs On New Macs

    Apple is pretty ruthless when it comes to their business strategies. The company is said to overprice many products accessories. It is also reported that they charge hefty sums of money for simple jobs like a screen or battery replacement. In the past, Apple has tried to limit users from purchasing non-authentic charging cables for the iPhones. Such charging cables would prompt as not supported when plugged in. Recently, Apple launched a new series of Macs with a built-in T2 security chip. The company claims it increases the security of devices but 3rd party repairers like iFixit profess otherwise. 3rd party repairers suggest that this is a move to limit the repair of Apple devices by non-certified technicians.

    What Is The T2 Chip?

    The T2 Chip is an IC (Integrated Circuit) which acts as a co-processor to the main CPU on Macs. According to Apple, the chip stores sensitive user data like the Touch ID details and cryptographic key which are essential for a device to boot. But, the T2 chip is not only limited to this and it is much more capable than basic security features. It can even leave a Mac device inoperable if the user opts for 3rd party components or repairs.

    What’s Noteworthy

    Also Read: Galaxy S10 Lite Pricing & Specs Leaked

    Recently, TheVerge asked Apple to comment on these allegations, which the company did reply to. The company agreed that the T2 Chip would lock down a Mac device if non-Apple certified service provider fixed a device. It is for the first time that Apple has openly acknowledged the fact. The company added that the T2 chip is critical for features like responding to ‘Hey Siri’ commands. It also prevents the microphones to be taken over by remote hackers when the lid of the device is closed. Conclusively, the chip can communicate with other parts on Mac devices, and Apple can control these devices however they wish. Whether in a positive manner like tightening the security or in a negative way by overcharging customers for repairs.

  • Social Media Use Increases Depression And Loneliness, According To Study

    Social Media Use Increases Depression And Loneliness, According To Study

    Around a month back, the World Mental Health Day was celebrated. It laid emphasis on the importance of mental health, especially in today’s world. The emphasis in today’s world is due to the fact that increasing exposure to certain technology has in fact resulted in people becoming more distant from each other. While these were just speculations until now, a study now backs up this claim. The study proves that a relation exists between social media use and increased depression and loneliness.

    The Study

    The study was conducted by the University of Pennsylvania and for the first time, did not place the users in unrealistic situations. Earlier studies were done in laboratory conditions, were data was collected during short spans of time. Which were sometimes even within a duration of one hour. During these studies, users were sometimes not even using social media platforms like Facebook and mostly relied on self-reported data.

    The study conducted now, aimed at a more comprehensive and rigorous approach towards the issue. The study included three of the most used social media platforms, Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram. The participants of the survey, which were around 140, recorded their mood. This was done both before and after using these social media platforms. They also share screenshots of their iPhone battery information to see how many hours a day they used the social media apps. They were then split into two groups. One group was allowed to consume the same amount of social media every day, while the other group had their share reduced to 10 minutes, per platform, per day.

    The Findings

    Based on the data received from the above, they identified seven major problems among the participants. These include the fear of missing out, anxiety, depression and loneliness, among others. The result of the survey was as stated, the fact that more social media exposure led to more mental health issues. The researchers even went further to say that they believe anyone between the age of 18-22 should stop using social media altogether.

    Also Read: A Brain-Like SuperComputer With 1 Million Processors Is Here

    The researches suggest that one stays away from social media as much as possible. And should spend more time with people in their lives. The awareness about the same is on the rise. Google has introduced its Digital Wellness program which ensures that you spend more quality time with those around you. This program is big in all google devices and some features are present in almost all Android smartphones. Apple also introduced certain parameters to limit the time you use a certain app in a day, with its latest updates.

     

  • Galaxy S10 Lite Pricing & Specs Leaked

    Galaxy S10 Lite Pricing & Specs Leaked

    Samsung is expected to release the Galaxy S10 range of smartphones in Q1 of 2019 with major upgrades from the current generation. Recently Ben Geskin, a Concept designer has leaked the specifications and prices for the upcoming Galaxy S10 Lite. As the name suggests, it will be a low spec variant of the upcoming flagship Galaxy S10.

    Galaxy S10 Lite Specifications:

    The Galaxy S10 Lite will feature a flat Infinity-O display which the company recently showcased at their developer’s conference. The Infinity O is Samsung’s effort in creating a high screen-to-body ratio display. It has a circular cutout for the front-facing selfie camera and is surely a new approach when compared to the usual notch. The smartphone will have dual-rear cameras, exact details of which are unavailable at the moment.

    The Galaxy S10 Lite will have a side mounted fingerprint sensor. It might be similar to the side mounted fingerprint sensor on the Galaxy A7 which also doubles as the power button. In terms of storage, the smartphone will be available in 3 RAM/ROM variants which are as follows:

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

    However, the support for a microSD card is unclear as of now. Talking about the chipset, Ben Geskin suggests that the device will either have the Snapdragon 845 or the upcoming Snapdragon 8150. The Snapdragon 845 is an Octa-Core SoC based on 10 nm architecture whereas the Snapdragon 8150 is based on 7 nm architecture. Hence, it is a faster and efficient processor than the Snapdragon 845.

    Galaxy S10 Lite Price:

    Also Read: A ‘Concept Video’ Of The Samsung Galaxy F Surfaces

    The twitter post suggests that the Galaxy S10 Lite will be priced between $ 650-750 (around Rs 47,000- Rs 54,000). The smartphone will most probably be launched during the Mobile World Congress 2019 which is set for 25-29 February.  The company is also likely to showcase the highly anticipated foldable Galaxy F during the same event.

  • Analyst Predicts iPhone XR Shipments To Be 30 % Lower

    Analyst Predicts iPhone XR Shipments To Be 30 % Lower

    iPhone XR is the cheapest iPhone sold by Apple, from its latest lineup. Except for the Liquid Retina display, single camera, 3 GB RAM, IP 67 rating and lack of 3D Touch, it gets almost all the same specs as the more expensive iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. The smartphone definitely catches a lot of attention due to its funky colours and low price, but that is not enough to rake in high sales, claims an analyst. Ming-Chi Kuo is a senior writer at Macrumors and is also an analyst at TF Securities, a financial services group in Asia-Pacific region. The analyst gathers information from Apple’s Asian supply chain to further pass it to his clients.

    The analyst claims that the demand for Apple’s iPhone XR is less than expected and which might result in 30% lower shipments. Previously, it was estimated that Apple will ship 100 million units of the iPhone XR between Q4 of 2018 and Q3 of 2019. But now it is reckoned that the company will only be able to ship out around 70 million units of the handset during the given period.

    Top factors affecting its demand are:

    • Price of iPhone XR
    • Competition from other smartphones

    Additionally, the report points that overall sales of iPhones might also decline by 15-20 % in Q1 of 2019 compared to the this year. The demands might fall short, however, the iPhone XR is definitely a smartphone with solid performance, sturdy build, and top-notch specifications. For reference:

    iPhone XR Tech Specs

    Also Read: A ‘Concept Video’ Of The Samsung Galaxy F Surfaces

    • Display: 6.1-inch LCD, 1792 x 828 pixels, 19.5:9 aspect ratio
    • Operating System: iOS 12
    • RAM: 3 GB
    • Storage: 64GB/128GB/256GB
    • Rear Cameras: 12 MP, Quad-LED Flash
    • Selfie Camera: 7 MP
    • Security: 3D Face Unlock
    • Connectivity: 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5 .0, Lightning Port, NFC, GPS
    • Battery: 2942 mAh
    • Dimensions: 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm
    • Weight: 194 g

    Watch our unboxing video of the iPhone XR

  • Apple’s New Patent Show’s Off An In-Display Camera

    Apple’s New Patent Show’s Off An In-Display Camera

    With the notch being present on two generations of iPhones, everyone was wondering as to what will be Apple’s next step towards a bezel-less display. Well, we might have the answer now. A patent, filed by Apple back in June, has finally been approved. The patent shows a smartphone with just a camera cut-out in the display.

    The Bezel-Less Future

    Apple isn’t the first company to patent such a design, though. This was seen in patents by Samsung, LG and even Asus. Huawei recently patented a design with just a cut-out for the earpiece. While these designs were only limited to smartphones, the patent by Apple seems to have much more.

    The patent describes a method with which a camera window can be integrated with the ‘cover glass’. Obviously the cover glass being referred to here is the display. Additionally it mentions only LCD displays as an example. This may not mean that OLED displays are completely eliminated. But, we can expect that the technology might be restricted to just LCD displays as of now.

    It is possible that Apple may just introduce it in its 6.1 inch LCD iPhone coming next year. Which might be the successor to the iPhone XR. However, there is also a possibility that the tech giant won’t hold back. It might ensure that its flagship devices carry the latest design language as well. Considering the fact that the patent was filed back in June, the company might have figured out a way to integrate it into OLED displays as well.

    Not Just iPhones

    Another interesting bit of information we get from the patent is the fact that it mentions not only mobile phones but also other hand held devices. These include larger devices such as portable computers, tablet commuters, etc. This could mean that Apple might not limit this design to only the iPhones. It might extend it to iPads, MacBooks and iMacs as well. This is quite probable as Apple introduced a totally new design language with the latest iPad Pro.

    Also Read: OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple Variant To Launch In India On November 16

    Whether this patent will be seen through and will give us a device which goes into production is still a huge question. But, considering the pace at which the smartphone industry is moving forward, it is safe to assume that companies will no longer hold back on any innovations they have.

    For those of you interested in reading through each and every detail of the patent, you can do so by clicking here.

  • A ‘Concept Video’ Of The Samsung Galaxy F Surfaces

    A ‘Concept Video’ Of The Samsung Galaxy F Surfaces

    Foldable phones have been rumored for years and finally, Samsung showcased a working prototype of one such device in their developer’s conference. The device will most probably be called the Samsung Galaxy F, owing to its foldable screen. Recently, in an interview with Yonhapnews (a South Korean news agency), Samsung said that the Galaxy F will be commercially available in the first half of 2019.

    The company also claims to sell at least 1 million units of the foldable phone within the first year of its launch. According to sources, the smartphone will have a hefty price tag of $ 1,770 (around 2 million Korean Won). Any technical specification except the screen size of the Galaxy F is currently unavailable. Recently, a YouTube channel with the username ‘Concept Creator’ has shared a concept video of the foldable Galaxy F.

    Galaxy F Concept

    The concept video shows a smartphone that folds out into a sleek looking tablet. The tablet mode has a 4.2:3 aspect ratio, edge-to-edge display with rounded corners and negligible bezels. In the smartphone mode, it has a smaller, 4.3-inch infinity display with thick top and bottom bezels. The front-facing selfie camera is present on the top bezel of the phone. The device has a clamshell style curved hinge that gives it the folding capabilities.

    The power button & volume rockers are placed on the left side when the device is in phone mode. The Galaxy F concept also has a USB Type-C port, 3.5 mm headphone jack & dual bottom firing speakers. Additionally, the device also has dual rear cameras along with an LED flash and unidentified sensor. 

    Also Read: Foldable Samsung Phone Will Launch In First Half of 2019

    Albeit, the video is a fan-made concept. But it does looks amazing & we hope that the final product resembles the same. If Samsung is actually able to pull off something like this, it will help the tech giant further strengthen its roots in the smartphone market. Again, it must be kept in mind that this is just a fan-made concept and the real device may not be the same.

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