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Nubia Will Soon Treat The Red Magic 3 With Snapdragon 855 Plus

The race to put out the fastest Android smartphones in the market has started again. Mere hours after Qualcomm unveiled its latest Snapdragon 855, multiple OEMs either welcomed or announced its introduction in their respective upcoming devices. To name a few, Asus ROG Phone 2 and the upcoming flagship from Realme is also rumoured will feature the new chipset. Now, nubia’s official page on Weibo has confirmed the incorporation of the high end SoC on its upcoming Red Magic 3 variant.

Previously, nubia had unveiled the Red Magic Mars variant for its first iteration of gaming smartphone. Both smartphones launched in 2018 but only the higher variant sported the Snapdragon 845 while the standard featured the Snapdragon 835. Hence, it can be speculated that the upcoming Red Magic 3 variant will be named similarly. The Red Magic account Weibo stated its willingness to adapt to changes quickly and that its gaming smartphone will soon be upgraded to Snapdragon 855 Plus.

It is yet to be seen if the older Red Magic 3 will see a price cut or discontinuation after the newer version arrives. Furthermore, the expected arrival of the upcoming gaming smartphone from nubia is a mystery. According to the image, an image of the Snapdragon 855 Plus is seen alongside the logo. We will have to wait for a more elaborate official statement from nubia for finer details on the new Red Magic 3 variant.

Also Read: Realme X Vs Redmi K20 : Which One Should You Pick?

The inclusion of the latest and most powerful mobile chipset from Qualcomm would provide a noticeable boost in performance to nubia gaming smartphones. However, OEM based optimisation and customisation is a major factor in real life performance rather than just better raw power. The new chipset boasts 15% boost in overall performance over the standard SD855 version; notably, it is also a 5G ready chipset. More information is expected to be available in the arriving weeks and updates will be provided soon.

July 17, 2019

Realme X Vs Redmi K20 : Which One Should You Pick?

Earlier this month, Realme launched the Realme X mid-range handset which due to its value for money was able to turn a lot of heads. Now, India’s number one smartphone manufacturer, Xiaomi has launched its mid-ranger which is dubbed the Redmi K20. Due to similar pricing and features of the two handset, a confusing situation for the end-user has manifested. In this article, we will look into each and every aspect of both devices which will subsequently help the reader in selecting the best choice based on their needs and requirements.

Design and Build

Due to the highly subjective point of view of different human beings, it is hard to state which smartphone out of the two has a better design. Nevertheless, we can still place the Realme X and Redmi K20 head to head, on behalf of aspects like the type of notch and materials used.

In terms of build, the Redmi K20 has glass on both the front and back which is held together with an aluminium alloy chassis. On the other hand, the Realme X has front glass but both the rear panel and chassis of the smartphone are made of hard plastic. Besides both devices have a motorised module on top which houses the front-facing selfie camera.

Due to a glass back which is extremely hard to scratch and an ultra-durable aluminium chassis, the winner of this round we feel is the Redmi K20.

Display

The display of any smartphone is definitely one of its most crucial feature and the contenders in this face-off are no exception. The Redmi K20 features a 6.39 inch display whereas the Realme X has a 6.53 inch display which is a tad better larger. Both smartphones are equipped with a Super AMOLED display which provides for adequately bright illumination and great viewing angles.

Moreover, display on both the Realme X and Redmi K20 is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 5. In terms of the pixel density, the display on the former has a ppi of 394 ppi while the latter has a display with 403 ppi. Even though Redmi K20’s display has slightly higher pixel density, the difference is inconsiderable. Besides human eye can only different pixels if the density is below 326 ppi.

Therefore, due to a larger sized display, the winner of this round, according to us is the Realme X.

Battery

Another important factor that buyers consider while choosing a smartphone is battery capacity. The Realme X has a 3765 mAh battery while the Redmi K20 has a 4,000 mAh battery. Both handsets also support fast charging, the former supports 18 W Qualcomm Quick charge technology whereas the latter supports 20 W VOOC 3.0 proprietary charging technology.

Even though there is negligible difference between the battery capacities on the Realme X and the Redmi K20, Xiaomi’s offering is able to steer ahead due to the Snapdragon 730 SoC which is manufactured using 8 nm technology. In comparison, the Snapdragon 710 on the Realme smartphone is manufactured using 10 nm process.

Though, not by a huge margin, the Redmi K20 is able to regain its lead in the battery department.

Camera

For photography, the Redmi K20 has a total of four cameras out of which three are placed on the rear and one selfie sensor is housed in the motorised pop-up camera module. On the contrary, the Realme X only has a total of 3 cameras, out of which two are present on the back and one sensor is placed in the popup module on top.

Speaking of resolution, the Realme X has a 16 MP sensor while the Redmi K20 is equipped with a 20 MP shooter. Nevertheless, a lot is dependent on the image processing and both the companies load their handsets with tons of artificial photo and video enhancing capabilities. Hence, we cannot pick an outright winner in the front camera department. Though the things are a bit different when it comes to the rear camera setup.

The triple camera setup on the Redmi K20 is comprised of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 48 MP Sony IMX 582 sensor, 8 MP telephoto sensor and a 13 MP ultrawide sensor. The Realme X, on the other hand, has a 48 MP Sony IMX 586 sensor and a 5 MP depth sensor. On paper, the Sony IMX 586 on the latter is better than the IMX 582 on the Redmi K20. The additional ultrawide and telephoto sensor provide the Xiaomi’s offering with a clear advantage.

The winner in the photography domain, according to us is the Redmi K20. For users who are interested in knowing the video capturing capability, both devices can capture 2160p videos from the rear camera setup and 1080p videos at 30 fps from the single selfie camera.

Chipset

The Realme X features the Snapdragon 710 SoC while the Redmi K20 features the Snapdragon 730 SoC. Both the chipsets are manufactured by Qualcomm and have Octa-Core CPU. As previously mentioned, the Snapdragon 730 is fabricated using 8 nm process whereas the Snapdragon 710 is manufactured using 10 nm process.

Besides being more power-efficient, the Snapdragon 730 also incorporates the superior 618 GPU. Hence, with the better overall chipset, the Redmi K20 steer far ahead from the Realme X.

Other Notable Features

Connectivity options on both the Redmi K20 and the Realme X are similar. The two devices support 802.11 ac Wi-fi, Bluetooth 5.0, Dual 4G VoLTE and USB Type C ports. But, the offering from Xiaomi additionally supports NFC which is used for wireless payments and instantly connecting or sharing data between compatible handsets.

Moreover, the Redmi K20 has a USB C 2.0 port which offers faster data transfer speed than USB C 1.0 which is present on its contender. For biometric security, both smartphones also have an indisplay fingerprint scanner, in addition to face unlock and the conventional screen lock. The two devices also support 3.5 mm audio jack which is slowly becoming a novelty.

Due to built-in NFC support and faster USB C technology, the Redmi K20 once manages to defeat the Realme X.

Price

Both the Redmi K20 and Realme X are offered in two storage options for which the price is as follows:

Realme X	Redmi K20
4 GB + 128 GB: 15,999	6 GB + 64 GB: 21,999
8 GB + 128 GB: 19,999	6 GB + 128 GB: 23,999

Neither of the smartphones supports memory expansion.

Conclusion

Specifications	Redmi K20	Realme X
Price	6 GB + 64 GB: 21,999 6 GB + 128 GB: 23,999	4 GB + 128 GB: 15,999 8 GB + 128 GB: 19,999
Display	6.39 inch Super AMOLED 2340 x 1080 FHD+ 19.5:9 Aspect Ratio 403 ppi Corning Gorilla Glass 5	6.53 inch Super AMOLED 2340 x 1080 FHD+ 19.5:9 Aspect Ratio 394 ppi Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Chipset	Snapdragon 730 8 nm Fabrication Process Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Kryo 470 Gold & 6×1.8 GHz Kryo 470 Silver) Adreno 618 GPU	Snapdragon 710 10 nm Fabrication Process Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Kryo 360 Gold & 6×1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver) Adreno 616 GPU
RAM	6 GB 6 GB	4 GB 8 GB
Storage	64 GB 128 GB	128 GB
Primary Camera	48 MP, f/1.8, Sony IMX582 (PDAF) 8 MP, f2.4 (telephoto) 12 MP, f/2.4 (ultrawide) 2160p video@30fps	48 MP, f/1.8, Sony IMX 586 (PDAF) 5 MP, f/2.4, depth sensor 2160p video@30fps
Front Facing Camera	20 MP 1080p@30fps	16 MP 1080p@30fps
Battery	Non-removable Li-Ion 4000 mAh battery 18 Watt Fast Charge Support Ships With 18 W charger	Non-removable Li-Ion 3765 mAh battery 20 Watt Fast Charge Support Ships With 20 W charger
Other Features	3.5 mm Headphone Jack Indisplay Fingerprint scanner Face unlock	3.5 mm Headphone Jack Indisplay Fingerprint scanner Face unlock

To conclude, both the Realme X and the Redmi K20 are very comprehensive smartphones that are offered lucrative price. However, if your budget is limited to sub 20k you have to pick the Realme regardless of storage capacity. But, if budget is not a concern and you are looking for a better-built handset with a superior chipset, you have to pick the Redmi K20.

What are your thoughts on the two new mid-rangers? Which one according to you is a better device, let us know in the comments below.

July 17, 2019

Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Unboxing And Hands On Video
Xiaomi has launched its first flagship handset on its Redmi range of smartphones. The Redmi K20 Pro is a premium grade device which is offered at a lucrative price. It was launched alongside the Redmi K20 which is mid-range device. The high end smartphone is touted of being the most affordable handset with a Snapdragon 855 SoC.

Video

What’s In The Box?
- Redmi K20 Pro
- Power Adapter (18 W)
- Type-C Cable
- Quick Start Guide
- Safety Information and Warranty Card
- Case
- SIM Tray Ejector
Design

Xiaomi introduced numerous new design features to the Redmi K20 Pro. It features a new triple camera setup at the back with carbon fibre textures or gradient design underneath its polished glass finish for an attractive look. The front features an edge to edge display with metallic sides that holds the entire chassis of the smartphone. Due to its new pop up camera, the front has negligible bezels on all sides.

The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro houses its power button and volume rockers on the right side, while the left is devoid of any seams. Notably, the power button on the Carbon Black variant is red in colour giving it a unique dual colour aesthetic. On the bottom, the USB-C charging port is flanked by a SIM card slot on the left and a lone speaker grill on the right. The top features 3.5mm headphone jack along with the secondary microphone pinhole.

Display

The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro has 6.39 inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080px. The display has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 with a pixel density of 403 pixels per inch. Notably, the display panel can produce upto 640 nits of brightness which can easily be seen even in bright sunlight. Like most modern mid range and flagship devices, the Redmi K20 Pro also features an in display fingerprint scanner.

Processor

One of the key features of the device at its price range is its top end SoC. The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 which is also present on devices like the Asus 6Z and OnePlus 7. The chipset is manufactured using a 7nm fabrication process which enables it to provide high performance at greater power efficiency in comparison to the 10nm Snapdragon 845. It is an Octa-Core Kryo mobile processor with Adreno 640 GPU.

Memory & Storage

The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro offers multiple storage variants that offer 64GB and 256GB for internal storage; while RAM offerings vary from 6GB to 8GB. Unfortunately, the device does not have memory expandability options via a microSD card reader.

Camera

The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro features a triple camera setup at the rear that consists of an f/1.8 48MP Sony IMX586 primary shooter alongside a 13MP ultra-wide lens and a 9MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, the smartphone features a 20MP pop up camera with an aperture size of f/2.2; which is housed inside motorised popup module.

In terms of video recording, the rear shooter is capable of capturing 2160p video at 60fps. The video from the selfie camera is restricted to 1080p at 30fps. Besides, the cameras also support other notable features such as HDR, Portrait mode and ultra-wide shots.

Battery and Other Features

The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro is powered by a non-removable 4000mAh battery. It is capable of fast charging up to 27W via the separately sold adapter, the bundled charger provided is an 18W quick charger. The device runs the latest MIUI 10 which is based on Android 9 Pie.

Connectivity and Colour Options

Connectivity options on the Redmi K20 Pro include dual 4G LTE with Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct and hotspot. The bottom houses the USB Type-C port that can be used for both charging and data transfer. The device is available in three colour options which are as follows:
- Carbon Black
- Flame Red
- Glacier Blue
Price and Availability

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The Redmi K20 Pro has been priced at Rs. 24,999 for the variant with 6GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. The top tier storage variant with 8GB of RAM and 256GB onboard memory will cost Rs. 27,999 for prospective buyers. It will be available to purchase starting 25th July on Flipkart and select offline stores across the country.
July 17, 2019
Xiaomi Redmi K20 With Snapdragon 730 Launched In India
At an event in New Delhi, India, Xiaomi has launched its latest mid-range smartphone, the Redmi K20 in the country. The device was announced alongside the Redmi K20 Pro which is a flagship-grade handset. Both the handsets were originally announced in China in the month of May and have just made their way across the shore. The more affordable out of the two, the Redmi K20 boasts of a modern design with competitive specifications offered at a lucrative price tag.

Xiaomi Redmi K20

As mentioned above, the Redmi K20 is the latest mid-range smartphone from the company. It has a glass design on the front and back with a metal chassis for reinforcement. The smartphone has an attractive gradient coloured design on the back. It features a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 403 ppi. The handset sports a motorised pop-up selfie camera on the front which provides with an obstruction-free thin bezelled display. For safely and securely logging into the user interface, the Redmi K20 features an in-display fingerprint scanner along with support for face unlock technology.

Under the hood, the Redmi K20 is kitted with the 8nm Snapdragon 730 SoC which is comprised of an octa-core CPU and the Adreno 618 GPU. For photography, the smartphone has a triple rear camera setup consisting of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 48MP Sony IMX 582 sensor, an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide-angle sensor; and a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, an f/2.2 aperture equipped 20MP sensor is housed in the previously mentioned pop-up mechanism.

The Redmi K20 packs a 4000mAh battery, which supports 18W fast charging. The device runs on MIUI 10 which is based on top of the latest Android 9 Pie. In terms of connectivity, the smartphone has 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC, 3.5 mm audio jack and USB Type C port which can be used for charging and data transfer.

Pricing & Availability

The Redmi K20 is offered in three colour options which include Glacier Blue, Flame Red and Carbon Black. Like prior Xiaomi smartphones, it can be purchased from both online and offline channels. It will go on sale starting 22nd of July via Flipkart.com and major offline retail store chains. The prices for different storage variants of the smartphone are as follow:
- 6 GB + 64 GB: Rs 21,999
- 6 GB + 128 GB: Rs 23,999
To sum it up, we feel the Redmi K20 holds the potential to become one of the best selling smartphones in its segment.

What are your thoughts on the device? make sure to leave a comment down below.
July 17, 2019
Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Flagship Smartphone Launched In India
After much speculations and leaks, the Chinese electronics giant has finally launched its latest flagship smartphone, the Redmi K20 Pro at an event in India. The device was launched alongside the mid-range Redmi K20 and as is evident from the name, features slightly bumped up specifications. It boasts of being the most affordable handset available in the country with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset and also features top tier hardware at a lower price than competitors.

Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro

The Redmi K20 Pro is the latest flagship offering from the company. It has a glass design on the front and back with a metal chassis for reinforcement. Noteworthy, the smartphone has an attractive gradient coloured design on the back. It features a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 403 ppi. To maximise the screen real estate, it incorporates a pop-up mechanism on top which houses the front-facing selfie camera. For biometric security and rapidly unlocking the smartphone, the Redmi K20 Pro uses an in-display fingerprint scanner along with support for face unlock technology.

Under the hood, the Redmi K20 Pro is kitted with the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which is comprised of an octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has a triple rear camera setup consisting of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 48MP Sony IMX 586 sensor, an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide-angle sensor; and a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. Noteworthy, the primary camera sensor is different from the Redmi K20; which allows the K20 Pro to capture 4K videos at 60fps while the former is restricted to 4K video capture at 30fps. For selfies, an f/2.2 aperture equipped 20MP sensor is housed in the previously mentioned pop-up mechanism on top of the handset.

The Redmi K20 Pro is powered by a 4000mAh battery, which supports 27W fast charging (note: ships with 18W charger). The runs on MIUI 10 which is based on top of the latest Android 9 Pie. Connectivity options on the smartphone include 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC and bottom-mounted USB Type C port and 3.5 mm audio jack.

Pricing & Availability

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The Redmi K20 Pro is offered in three colour variants namely Glacier Blue, Flame Red and Carbon Black. The device will be available for purchase both via online and offline platforms. It will go on sale starting 22nd of July on Flipkart.com, MI.com and Mi Home stores. It is offered in two storage variants for which the price is as follows:
- 6 GB + 128 GB: Rs. 27,999
- 8 GB + 256 GB: Rs. 30,999
Besides, the company has launched a Signature Edition K20 Pro which is made out of luxurious materials like Diamond and Gold and is priced at an astounding 4.8 Lakhs INR.

All in all, the Redmi K20 Pro is one of the most value for money smartphone currently available in the country.

What are your thoughts on the newly launched flagship device? Do let us know in the comments
July 17, 2019
To Take On Google Stadia, Nintendo Will Launch Switch Do Game Streaming Service

Nintendo is one of the big names in the gaming industry. The company has been shelling out iconic gaming franchises and popular consoles for decades. Now, the hot word in the gaming world is online game streaming. The service has existed for a while now but Google’s announcement of Stadia has started a new arms race. Many giants in the electronics industry, namely Microsoft and Sony, have already started their own respective services while Nintendo previously mentioning no immediate shift towards online gaming.

According to a new report, however, Nintendo just might finally enter the online realm of gaming with Nintendo Switch Do.

Just a couple of days ago, the Nintendo Switch Lite was unveiled to the world; it was an affordable version of the original Switch minus the modularity and TV support. Now, a new trademark application hints at Nintendo planning to introduce some form of online game streaming on its Switch platforms. The report arrives after the company was seen branching out its business to Israel, where they had filed the application.

The company was seen introducing a new name, Nintendo Switch Do, on the trademark application; what it exactly is and how it works is still uncertain. What can be gathered from the description provided is that it could possibly be an “entertainment service, provide downloadable games, a portable game with LCD screen and handheld games.”

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The move could arrive to make the Nintendo Switch series all the more attractive and approachable for prospective buyers. For example, Nintendo Switch Online was introduced last year as an online multiplayer gaming subscription service. It is clear the company is going to continue its Switch series for the foreseeable future and is probably introducing the Switch Do to compliment its handheld gaming console. Unfortunately, finer details are currently unavailable and only an official announcement from the company can shed some light on the matter. Stay tuned for updates.

July 17, 2019

Specs And Images Of Four Upcoming HTC Wildfire Smartphones Leak

Following the deluge caused by the arrival of Chinese OEMs that sell smartphones at wafer-thin margins, long-settled companies like Sony and Nokia had to fall back. However, with passing time such companies have devised new strategies and are once again repopulating their smartphone lineups. Correspondingly, Taiwanese smartphone maker, HTC that has barely launched any devices in the last couple of years is expected to launch four new handsets.

To instantly grab the attention of the users, the upcoming smartphones from HTC will be launched under the Wildfire lineup which was once very popular. The new devices will be called the HTC Wildfire, Wildfire E, Wildfire E Plus and Wildfire E1 whose specifications and images have both leaked ahead of their official announcement. The Wildfire E and E Plus will have an identical design language with similar specifications while the Wildfire E1 and Wildfire will be a completely different device altogether.

HTC Wildfire

Specification	Wildfire
Display	6.21 inch, 1560 × 720 (19:9)
Chipset	MediaTek Helio P23, Octa Core CPU, Mali G71 GPU
RAM + ROM	3 GB + 32 GB
Rear Camera	16 MP + 5 MP
Front Camera	16 MP
Battery	3500 mAh
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, LTE, headphone jack, Dual SIM
Security	Fingerprint Scanner

HTC Wildfire E1

Specification	Wildfire E1
Display	6.08 inch, 1560 × 720 (19.5:9)
Chipset	MediaTek Helio A22, Quad Core CPU, PowerVR GE8320 GPU
RAM + ROM	3 GB + 32 GB
Rear Camera	16 MP
Front Camera	8 MP
Battery	3000 mAh
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, LTE, headphone jack, Dual SIM
Security	Fingerprint Scanner

HTC Wildfire E and E Plus

Specification	Wildfire E	Wildfire E Plus
Display	5.945 inch, 1440 x 720 px, 18:9	5.99 inch, 1440 x 720 px, 18:9
Chipset	Spreadtrum SC9863, Quad Core CPU,	MediaTek Helio A22, Quad Core CPU, PowerVR GE8320 GPU
RAM + ROM	2 GB + 32 GB	2 GB + 32 GB
Rear Camera	13 MP + 2 MP	13 MP + 2 MP
Front Camera	5 MP	5 MP
Battery	3000 mAh	3000 mAh
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, LTE, headphone jack, Dual SIM	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, LTE, headphone jack, Dual SIM
Security	Fingerprint Scanner

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To sum it up, the upcoming HTC smartphones seem to have an elegant design which is backed by modest specifications. Though the key deciding factor in their sales performance will largely depend on their pricing which is yet to be revealed. Nevertheless, the leaked specs and HD images suggest they will launch soon.

What are your thoughts on the upcoming Wildfire smartphones from HTC? Do you think the company can once again ride to success on the back of these upcoming devices?

July 17, 2019

Realme Teases A Flagship Smartphone With Snapdragon 855 Plus

Realme, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer, was established back in the year 2018. Initially, Realme was introduced as a subsidiary of OPPO Electronics Corporations but is now an independent company altogether. The company had its focus set on the newer generation or youth, striving to provide strong performance with stylish and pleasing designs. The Realme brand has been warmly received in the Indian market and have seen growth since its initial approach in the country. Now, the company is reportedly making a bold new step towards more premium high end smartphones

In a fresh post on shared on Chines social media website,Weibo, Realme has teased a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus powered smartphone. The post arrives after a mere couple of hours past the official announcement of the mobile chipset. Realme addressed the launch of the latest mobile chipset with a simple welcoming online. It means that a future Realme smartphone might be planned for release which would carry the most powerful SoC made by Qualcomm till date. The move would be a major step as it would mark the first time that the company shifts away from its affordable range of smartphone offerings.

The newly launched Realme X is a great example as it is the latest launch which features the Snapdragon 710 mid range processor. In comparison, the Snapdragon 855 Plus boasts various improvements across the board on both its CPU and GPU; making it faster than the standard SD855 which is seen on devices like the Samsung Galaxy S10 (US and China variant) and Xiaomi BlackShark 2. The implications are massive as this implies that the upcoming Realme handset could potentially be a flagship or gaming smartphone. It is plausible as the gaming centric shift is popular within its targeted demographic.

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The launch of a Realme device with the best Qualcomm chipset will heat up the competition at the low priced premium smartphone segments. Xiaomi’s latest K20 series are one such example with great price to specification value offerings. It means that the soon to be unveiled device could be priced lower than most OEMs with their premium handsets. However, no concrete details are available and only speculations can be made. We await an official announcement from the company and more updates will be provided soon.

July 16, 2019
MediaTek To Launch The Helio G90 SoC For Gaming Smartphones Soon

With the rise in popularity of mobile gaming, many smartphone manufacturers have launched a specialised gaming handset of its own. Brands like Xiaomi, Nubia and Asus have already unveiled multiple devices that are focused towards gaming. To cater to the high potential market, Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC earlier this week. The chipset is designed to be used in gaming smartphones and boasts of a performance jump over the standard Snapdragon 855. Now, Taiwanese chipset giant MediaTek has also announced that its first gaming-focused SoC, the Helio G90 will launch later this month.

MediaTek Helio G90

As mentioned above, the MediaTek Helio G90 will be a gaming-focused mobile chipset from the company. In the official teaser image of the processor, It has been revealed that the G in the name of the SoC stands for gaming. Unfortunately, the teaser does not reveal any other details about the chipset. Notably, it will be a part of a different series of processors and will coexist beside the company’s Helio A, Helio P and Helio X series of SoCs. The Helio G90, while remains shrouded in mystery may share many specs with the Helio P90; which is MediaTek’s latest chipset because of the shared number. It is speculated that the upcoming processor will have the same, 12nm Octa-core CPU as the Helio P90; albeit with a more powerful GPU.

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MediaTek mobile chipsets have not been the first choice of manufacturers making gaming smartphones until now. With the upcoming Helio G90, the company may be planning on shedding the image and establish itself as a strong contender in the ever-increasing gaming handset market. The launch for the MediaTek Helio G90 SoC is scheduled in Shanghai, China for the 30th of July. While which smartphones will debut with the chipset is not known yet, an official announcement is expected at the unveiling.

July 16, 2019
Xiaomi Amazfit GTR Smartwatch With AMOLED Display Launched
On the 16th of July, Xiaomi backed wearable company Huami launched three variants of the Amazfit GTR smartwatch in China. The suffix “GTR” is derived from the Japanese supercar Nissan GTR. Like conventional smartwatches, the newly launched smartwatch trio supports primary fitness tracking functionalities including sleep tracking, sedentary reminder and activity monitoring.

Additionally, the Amazfit GTR smartwatches also have a hear rate monitor which can automatically track heart beat at regular intervals without requiring intevention from the user.

Amazfit GTR Features

Amazfit GTR Front

The Amazfit GTR smartwatch is offered in three different case options namely Stainless Steel, Aluminium and Titanium. Besides the users can opt for two different case sizes which include 43 mm that has a 1.2 inch AMOLED display and 47 mm that has a 1.39 inch AMOLED display.

Regardless of the case size the AMOLED display on all three Amafit GTR variants have a pixel density of 326 ppi. To protect the display against scratches, they also have Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.

In terms of weight, the Aluminium, Stainless steel and Titanium variants tip the scale at 36 g, 48 g and 40 g respectively. The Amazfit GTR has Bluetooth 5.0 built in and is compatible with devices running Android 5.0 or above and iOS 10.0 or above. All variants of the smartwatch are also water resistant upto 50 metre.

Amazfit GTR Front

The Amazfit GTR with 47 mm case is powered by a 410 mAh battery which is claimed to provide a battery backup of 24 days with smart functionalities turned on. On the other hand, the variant with 42 mm case is powered by a 195 mAh battery which can provide a backup of upto 12 days.

The prices for different variants of the smartwatch are as follows:
- 42 mm Standard version [with black, pink or white strap]- CNY 799 (around Rs 7990)
- 42 mm Special version [with white leather strap]- CNY 999 (around Rs 9990)
- 47mm [aluminum and stainless steel]- CNY 999 (around Rs 9990)
- 47mm [titanium version with fluoro rubber strap]- CNY 1399 (around Rs 13990)
Amazfit GTR Quick Specs

Amazfit GTR Spiderman
- Display: 47mm- 1.39-inch (454 x 454 pixels), 42mm- 1.2-inch ( 390 x 390 pixels)
- Display Type: AMOLED
- Display Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3
- Compatabile Devices: Android 5.0 or above and iOS S10.0 or above
- Battery: 47 mm- 410 mAh, 42 mm- 195 mAh
- Water Resistant 50 metre
- Dust Resistant
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All in all, the Amazfit GTR smartwatch looks like an enticining option for the price they are being sold at. Unfortunately, they are only available in China for the time being but the company might launch it in India as well, taking the fact into consideration that the Amazfit Bip and Bip Lite are also available in the country.
July 16, 2019
Xiaomi Mi A3 Pricing & Storage Variants Leaked

It is known for a while now that Chinese electronics giant Xiaomi is working on the third iteration of its Mi A series of smartphones, called the Mi A3. Like the Mi A1 and Mi A2 launched in the year 2017 and 2018 respectively, the upcoming device will also be Android One certified. This means that it is guaranteed to receive major software updates for two years and security updates for three years. The Mi A3, which goes official in Spain on the 17th of July has been previously leaked in detail confirming its design and specifications. Now, a popular gadget tipster has revealed the smartphone’s European pricing and storage variants.

Mi A3 Pricing & Storage

The latest leaks reveal that the Xiaomi Mi A3 will be available in two storage variants. While the base variants will have 6GB of RAM and will arrive with 64GB of internal storage; the second variant is expected to feature 6GB of RAM, along with 128GB of onboard memory. As far as pricing is concerned, the tipster has claimed that the base variant will be priced at EUR 295 (Rs. 22,800); while the top tier storage variant may cost EUR 335 (Rs. 25,900). The tipster also notes that these are the prices that retailers in Europe have revealed, so it may not be the final information after all.

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In terms of specifications, past leaks have revealed that the Xiaomi Mi A3 will sport a 6.08-inch display with FHD+ resolution. To maximise the screen real estate, it will have a waterdrop style notch to house the front-facing camera. For biometric security, the smartphone will utilise an in-display fingerprint scanner. Under the hood, the device is expected to be kitted with the 11nm Snapdragon 665 SoC. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 610 GPU. Unfortunately, more details about the Xiaomi Mi A3 are not available yet, but they are expected to be revealed on the 17th of July; when the smartphone makes its official debut.

July 16, 2019
Honor 9X & 9X Pro With Kirin 810 Revealed Before Launch (Exclusive Images)

Honor will soon launch the 9X and 9X Pro mid range smartphone duo. The upcoming devices are the successors to the 8X series that was launched in Q3 of 2018. Here is the first look of the official images for Honor 9X and 9X Pro dug up by researchers on iGyaan.

Honor 9X & 9X Pro Specifications

The Honor 9X and 9X Pro will be equipped with the newly unveiled HiSilicon Kirin 810 SoC and offer up to 8GB of RAM. Internal storage options can be configured up to 256GB and a microSD card slot may be provided as well. The afforadable Honor 9X features a dual 48MP+2MP rear camera setup while the 9X Pro features a triple rear camera setup which consists of 48MP+8MP+2MP resolution sensors.

Both the upcoming handsets will feature a FHD+ display although sizes vary with the Honor 9X having 6.5 inches and 9X Pro sporting a 6.7 inch screen. The aforementioned smartphones will run on EMUI 9.1 which is based on Android 9 Pie. The Honor 9X and 9X Pro will reportedly feature a 3900mAh battery. The former will reportedly support 10 W charging while the latter will support 22.5 W fast charging.

Design

In terms of design, the smartphone duo has a full glass front panel with minimum bezels on all side owing to the popup front facing camera. At the back, a dual and triple camera setup can be observed for the Honor 9X and 9X Pro respectively. Furthermore, the back features a purple coloured gradient back on the 9X Pro while the 9X is seen with a flat black finish. The Honor branding is also present near the bottom of the device.

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The 9X and 9X Pro will directly compete with Xiaomi’s K20 series. Smartphone lineup from both Xiaomi and Honor offer great specifications at a lucrative price range and feature similar camera set ups as well. Conclusively, all the leaks and rumours tend to seem real, however, we will have to wait for the company to officially publicise the details.

July 16, 2019
Oppo To Launch Over 20 Smartphones In Its Mid Range K Series Soon

Chinese smartphone maker Oppo launched the first device under its new K series starting the K1 last year. The handset is a mid-range offering which boasts of competitive specifications at a lucrative price tag. The company then followed up by announcing the K3 smartphone in the month of May. Now, latest patent filings by the company revealed it is working on multiple devices in the K series, as it has filed trademarks for at least 20 devices in the past few days.

Oppo K Series smartphones

The trademark applications were submitted by Guangdong Oppo Mobile Telecommunications, the parent company for Oppo. Over 22 applications were filed at the EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office). All the trademarks belonged to devices under the company’s K series of smartphones. The models submitted under the application are Oppo’s K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, K7, K8, K9, K10, K11, K12 and K13. Moreover, the company has also requested a trademark for handsets number in the K series by the dozen. These include the Oppo K20, K30, K40, K50, K60, K70, K80, K90, K100.

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The trademarks in the application by Oppo have also been categorised as Class 9. This is important as it includes smartphones, confirming that these are indeed future handset models from the company. While most applications are still being investigated and have not been granted, the organisation has granted approval for the K70, K80, K90 and K100 names. Unfortunately, more information about the upcoming smartphones by Oppo is not available yet. It is also not known when the company will launch the 22 devices it has registered trademarks for, however considering it has officially discontinued its F series of mid-range devices; Oppo may be planning to launch most of them by the year’s end.

July 16, 2019
Twitter Updated With Pleasing Colour Schemes And Dark Mode
Twitter is one of the most popular social media platforms. The microblogging website/application is an active service that is provided to its large user base. Similar to Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram; Twitter too has a refresh cycle in which it upgrades certain aspects related to its service. The social media giant has now announced a refreshed new look for its desktop version of the official website.

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Previously, Twitter was rumoured to overhaul its aesthetics which has now finally been unveiled. The social network is live with its new skin today (16th of July) and it seeks to offer a more streamlined experience; it goes in line with its mobile application iteration. For a quick look here are all the notable changes that have been made:

Changelog
- Users now have two additional options with dark mode alongside various other themes and colour options.
- The ‘Explore’ tab is now available on desktop for easier navigation to find live videos or location based posts on Twitter.
- Direct Messages now offers a larger view which enables users to respond to multiples messages on the same screen.
- It is now much easier to navigate the side menu as Bookmarks, Lists and Profile as they are now found on the left margin.
- The sidebar menu allows for seamless switching between different user accounts.
According to the company, the changes are built upon a major revamp of Twitter’s back end architecture with Twitter.com being remade from scratch. The new changes were made to offer a clean, intuitive and more faster user interface experience to all. It ensures a more efficient platform that have a more unified experience across multiple platforms like PC and smartphones. For example, tablet users are able to use keyboard shortcuts similar to desktop users. Furthermore, the refreshed website will only load features as and when required to save on data on metered connections.

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Twitter has claimed that its has worked on the aforementioned changes with “hundreds of thousands of responses.” The feedback was received during the testing period which paved the way for the final design. The new look is rolling out gradually and will not be available to everyone immediately. For those who wish to acquire the changes, simply click on your avatar and opt to “Try the new Twitter.” The fresh aesthetics will have its fair share of likes and dislikes, but to us it offers a unique and clean interface. Do let us know what you think of the new changes.
July 16, 2019
Asus ROG 2 Gaming Smartphone Leaks, Features A 120 Hz Display
Asus was one of the first companies to launch a purpose built gaming smartphone which is dubbed the Asus ROG (Repulic Of Gamers) Phone. The handset has a variety of features that make it stand apart from conventional Android smartphones. Some of the said features include a display with a refresh rate of 90 Hz and multiple USB C ports for connecting various accessories simultaneously.

Asus ROG Phone 2 120 Hz Display

Follwing the success of the orignal gaming smartphone, Asus is bracing for the launch of its second handset which will carry the “ROG Phone 2” moniker. The upcoming smartphone is set to be unveiled on the 23rd of July and a week before the official announcement, real life images of the upcoming flagship have surfaced online.

As per the leaked images, the ROG Phone 2 will have a similar design language to its predecessor. Accordingly, the front of the smartphone accomodates a large display which has considerable bezels on the top and bottom. The upcoming device retains dual front firing speakers and a single selfie camera which is housed in the bezel above the display.

Asus ROG Phone 2 Display

Noteworthy, the ROG Phone 2 is the world’s first smartphone to feature a 120 Hz refresh rate which is a significant step up from its preceding device. However, the display technology that the device will incorporate is not yet know. It will either be an OLED panel like the original ROG Phone or a Super AMOLED panel.

Furthermore, the big bulky reviewer box of the Asus ROG Phone 2 has also leaked which is expected to be packed with gaming focused accessories like detachable gamepad controller and rear mountable cooling fan.

Asus ROG Phone 2 Reviewers Box

Beside being the world’s first smartphone with 120 Hz refresh rate display, it will also be the world’s first smartphone to feature the Snapdragonn 855 Plus SoC which is upto 15 percent faster than the standard variant. Other specifications of the device are currently unavailable, nonetheless, assumptions can still be made. The ROG Phone 2 is expected to have the following features:

Asus ROG Phone 2 Expected Features
- Display: 6.6 inch, 120 Hz Refresh Rate
- Display Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 6
- RAM: 8 GB, 10 GB, 12 GB
- ROM: 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
- Front Camera: 16 MP
- Rear Camera: 48 MP Sony IMX586 + Depth Sensor
- Battery: 5,000 mAh, 30 W Fast Charging
- Operating System: Zen UI, Android 9 Pie
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Conclusively, the precise details incluing specifications and price of the ROG Phone 2 will be publicised at the official launch event which is set for the 23rd of July.
July 16, 2019