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LG Working On A Cryptocurrency Wallet Suggests Patent

With the rise in the popularity of cryptocurrencies since the last few years; many major smartphone OEMs have also tried to take advantage of the trend. Taiwanese electronics giant HTC launched its Exodus handset which is based on the blockchain technology for trading and buying cryptocurrencies. Samsung also launched a wallet supporting the currencies with its Galaxy S10 lineup of devices. Now, reports of another major smartphone manufacturer getting into the cryptocurrency market have surfaced online. Latest patent filings by LG reveals it is working on a cryptocurrency wallet for use in its devices. It will be called the ThinQ Wallet and may be introduced soon.

LG ThinQ Wallet

As mentioned above, LG has filed for a patent for a cryptocurrency wallet called the ThinQ Wallet. The patent was filed at the USPTO (The United States Patent and Trademark Office). The description of the listing mentions it is a software for smartphones that specialises in payments. It will use blockchain technology, which is what all the cryptocurrencies are based on. Using it, the company is working on a digital wallet for the currencies, so they will work as a traditional wallet application which specialises in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

LG G7 ThiNQ

Also read: Galaxy Note 10 Will Allegedly Support 20 W Wireless Charging, First On A Samsung Device

The name ThinQ is used by LG in products that boast of some form of Artificial Intelligence technology; so it may be the case that the wallet when launched will feature AI as one of its features. It is speculated that the company may introduce the ThinQ Wallet alongside a flagship smartphone in the following weeks. Unfortunately, more details about the upcoming device or the cryptocurrency wallet are unknown at the moment. However, the patent listing suggests that we may not have to wait too long to hear about them.

July 8, 2019
Google Pixel 4 Design Leaked In All Its Glory

Google’s long-awaited Pixel 4 smartphone is just around the corner. The device is set to launch in October this year and will mark the fourth iteration of the company’s flagship handsets. Following initial leaks, the American company had unveiled the rear design of the device which showcased the new camera module. Now, the latest report reveals the complete design of the Pixel 4 in great detail.

According to the source, the front of the Google Pixel 4 XL features minimal bezels on all sides except for a noticeable forehead on top which houses the selfie camera alongside the essential sensors. The power button and volume rockers are housed on the right of the device, while the left is devoid of any seams. Its square rear camera module is seen at the top left on the back panel with the ‘G’ logo on the bottom.

While most OEMs are moving towards a full-screen front panel, Google Pixel 4 XL is seen here still sporting the traditional design philosophy. However, the design has a function and meaning behind its existence. The forehead houses two front-facing cameras, primary and wide angle lens, and a specialized sensor for Air Gestures. It has no visible fingerprint sensor at the back which implies that Google will probably include an in display fingerprint sensor.

Also Read: Indian Teenager Commits Suicide After Not Being Allowed To Play PUBG Mobile

Google Pixel 4 will compete with other giant flagship releasing around the time of its release, namely iPhone 11 and Samsung’s Galaxy Note 10. The upcoming device has to bring either great functionality with the Air Gestures or a unique feature to stay relevant amidst the releases. More information is expected to be available in the arriving week with updates being provided soon.

July 8, 2019
Galaxy Note 10 Will Allegedly Support 20 W Wireless Charging, First On A Samsung Device

With each passing day, more details about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 lineup surface online. This time details related to the smartphones charging wattage has been revealed by notable tipster @Rquandt.

The source alleged that the upcoming Galaxy Note 10 will support 20 W fast charging which was reassured by a Japanese user. A picture shared by the latter shows a wireless charger which can charge a Samsung smartphone or wearable device with 20 W of maximum power. Surprisingly, not only will upcoming smartphones from the Korean manufacturer be able to take charge at this high wattage but it will also be able to reverse charge other devices at the same rate. Until now, only the Mi Mix 3 can wirelessly charge at 20W but it cannot reverse charge at this high rate.

Besides, the 20 W fast wireless charging, the upcoming flagship grade smartphone will also reportedly support 45 W wired charging which will be fastest on any Samsung smartphone till date. The current leak does not provide any other details about the upcoming Note 10 but they can be derived from past leaks.

Unlike previous generations, the Galaxy Note 10 will be offered in four different variants which include the standard Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10+ and Galaxy Note 10 5G. Out of the four devices, the ‘e’ variant will be the most affordable while the ‘5G’ variant will be most expensive.

In terms of looks, the Galaxy Note 10 smartphones will have a punch hole in the display to accommodate the selfie camera. Even though this type of display is also present on the Galaxy S10 lineup, the punch hole on the future smartphones will be considerably smaller. Staple to flagship handsets from Samsung, the upcoming devices will also have AMOLED display.

Under the hood, all four variants of the Galaxy Note 10 lineup will be kitted with the Snapdragon 855 or Exynos 9820 SoC which will be dependent on the region the smartphone is sold in. Usually, Samsung devices sold in North America and China have Snapdragon chipset and devices sold in the rest of the regions have Exynos which is likely to happen with the Note 10 lineup as well.

Also Read: You Can Pre Book The Redmi K20 Pro Before Launch, Here’s How

Other details including the price and camera resolution of Galaxy Note 10 lineup will be revealed at the official launch event which is set to take place on the 7th of July in New York.

July 8, 2019
You Can Pre Book The Redmi K20 Pro Before Launch, Here’s How

Xiaomi had unveiled its new flagship Redmi K20 series in May to its Chinese audiences; which was followed by the European release. Xiaomi is one of the most popular brands in India and has been one of the leading smartphone OEM in the country. It is particularly famous for its budget to mid-range smartphones that the Indian market adores due to their competitive pricing and specs. Hence, Indians have long awaited for the launch of this device in the country.

Xiaomi’s Redmi K20 has already received a release date of 17th July. But for those who plan to buy and want to skip the predicted cue, here is how to reserve the device a bit earlier.

How To Pre-Book The Redmi K20

Xiaomi has announced the new “Alpha Sale” for the upcoming Redmi K20 series of smartphones. It will be the first time this method is being opted by the company. The original sale starts on the 17th of July but the Redmi K20 series flagship will be available from the July 12th for the devout Mi Fans. Prospective buyers that cannot risk having the device being sold out have the opportunity of pre-booking and reserving a unit for themselves. The offer can be availed via Flipkart and the Mi website.

Users have to pay an initial fee of INR 855 to reserve a Redmi K20 unit and the offer goes live on 12th July at 12 pm. Through this, the users get to directly reach the final check out portal for the purchase on 17th July. If users do not get to avail the pre-booking purchase, the amount will be automatically refunded to their Mi Account or via a coupon in their Flipkart account.

Redmi K20 Series

The Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro have glass on both the front and rear which is held together with a metal chassis. The handsets have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. To maximise the screen real estate, they both have a pop-up mechanism on top which houses the front-facing selfie camera. For biometric security and rapidly getting through the lock screen, the Redmi K20 series has an in display fingerprint scanner along with support for face unlock. Both devices are powered by a 4,000mAh battery which is capable of 27W fast charging.

Also Read: Sony To Launch A Rollable Smartphone To Compete Against Galaxy Fold

Under the hood, the economical Redmi K20 is kitted with the 8nm Snapdragon 730 SoC. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 618 GPU. On the other hand, the flagship grade Redmi K20 Pro runs on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which has an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, both smartphones have a triple rear camera setup consisting of an f/1.75 aperture equipped 48MP 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/2.0 aperture equipped 32MP sensor is housed in the pop-up mechanism on top of the handsets.

July 8, 2019
Sony To Launch A Rollable Smartphone To Compete Against Galaxy Fold

After a decade of smartphones with a rigid form factor, Samsung launched the Galaxy Fold that packs a large screen display in a compact form factor. Likewise, Huawei had also unveiled the Mate X which goes in line with the same philosophy, however, it implements a different design. Amidst display issues, the launch of both smartphones (1,2) has been pushed to a later date. By the time they go sale, Sony might unveil an unconventional smartphone which will join the pack of visionary smartphones.

As per a fresh claim, Japanese electronics Titan, Sony is also working on a unique smartphone which will pack a large screen display in a much smaller and portable form factor. Noteworthy, instead of a foldable display, Sony’s offering will employ a rollable display.

According to the source, the current prototype that Sony has in the works features a 10x zoom camera and is kitted with the SM7250 SoC. Though, the retail model will reportedly feature a Snapdragon 855 SoC along with the Qualcomm X50 modem. Therefore, the Sony smartphone will be 5G capable. In terms of battery, the device will be powered by a 3220 mAh cell which is most likely to support fast charging.

LG Smartphone Patent With Rollable Display

Talking more about the looks, the Sony smartphone is reported to have a nautilus design. In simpler words, it will have a spiral design which uncurls to present the rollable large screen display which is similar to a patent which was granted to LG in the past.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Fit E Launched In India

Even though Sony is yet to confirm the existence or possible launch of a smartphone with this type of form factor. Taking the fact into consideration that Sony has previously launched numerous unconventional smartphones in the Xperia lineup (1,2), this imaginary device has high feasibility of turning in to reality.

Besides, this would allow the company to steer ahead of the fiercely competent mass market and enter a niche segment where the margins are much higher.

Conclusively, we will have to wait patiently as reports claim the unique Sony smartphone will launch in Q4 of 2019 or early 2020.

July 8, 2019
Indian Teenager Commits Suicide After Not Being Allowed To Play PUBG Mobile

PUBG Mobile, the portable free version of the massively popular PC game, took India by storm. The game currently has one of its major demographics stem from the southeastern nation. It has become so popular among the youth that it’s its bad effects have started to show. A 17 year old boy in Jind, Haryana, has reportedly committed suicide after his mother prevented him from playing the game by taking away his phone.

India is not one of the major markets that video game studios target, however, PUBG Mobile’s success certainly did entice the industry. Major names like Activision are also seeking to focus more on the mobile gaming market to capture its broader potential audiences. Gaming has always existed in India, however, not having the same impact as the ones in countries like the US. But as India emerges in the gaming industry, so does its harmful effects. Issues like gaming addiction are bound to arise from popular games like PUBG Mobile.

According to a new report, the mother of the victim found the 17 year old hanging in his room the next morning after snatching away his phone. The deceased had reportedly dropped from school after the 10th grade a year prior to the incident and spent most of his time on PUBG Mobile. The boy’s father and mother had often scolded him for playing the game for hours on end. Such incidents are becoming a more common occurrence as last week a person was killed by his younger brother over the same game.

Also Read: Microsoft Is Developing An xCloud Console To Take On Google Stadia

On the 6th of July, Jordan banned PUBG Mobile due to its reportedly negative effects on its citizens. The move was similarly reciprocated in Iraq, Nepal, and even the Indonesian province of Aceh and India’s Gujarat. Game addiction is now officially listed under mental disability category by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

July 8, 2019
Samsung Galaxy M30s Live Images Leaked

Samsung is expected to launch a new smartphone in its online-only Galaxy M lineup. This device, purported to be the Galaxy M30s, will be an upgraded variant of the Galaxy M30 launched in the month of February. While a few key details of the handset, including some of its specifications, were previously leaked online; its design remained shrouded in mystery. Now, the images of the exterior casing of the Samsung Galaxy M30s has been leaked online, revealing how the smartphone will look like.

Samsung Galaxy M30s

The Samsung Galaxy M30s will be a mid-range offering from the company. Latest images of the exterior casing of the smartphone reveal it will have a plastic build similar to the Galaxy M30. The upcoming device will have a wider camera cutout than its predecessor and will have a similar fingerprint scanner placement. The right side of the handset will house the volume rockers; while the left is expected to have the power button. The bottom of the smartphone will have a single loudspeaker grille, USB Type C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Also read: Microsoft Is Developing An xCloud Console To Take On Google Stadia

Past leaks of the Samsung Galaxy M30s reveal it will run on an octa-core processor with a clock speed of 1.74GHz. It is acknowledged to be the 10nm Exynos 9610 SoC; which is also present in the Samsung Galaxy A50. The chipset consists of an Octa-core CPU and the Mali G72 MP3 GPU. Also present in the handset is 4GB of RAM which is the same as the regular variant. The device runs on the current Android 9 Pie which is likely to be skinned with the company’s OneUI. Unfortunately, more details like the pricing of the handset are unknown at the moment but the sources claim that it may be closer to launch than ever.

July 8, 2019
Microsoft Is Developing An xCloud Console To Take On Google Stadia

Initial rumours had claimed that Microsoft will take a new direction with its Xbox gaming consoles. Its latest generation of the console was speculated to arrive in two variants with one being beefier and higher spec than the other. That fell through after Microsoft’s E3 2019 keynote that did not feature a separate tag for a second console. A brand new report now claims that the weaker console was scrapped for an xCloud based console.

The new report may give both Sony and Google a run for their money. Sony’s PlayStation Now and PlayStation 5 and Google’s Stadia might have to rethink strategies and prices after the launch of both Microsoft consoles. Project Scarlett will be the flagship console of this generation from the company while an xCloud exclusive gaming console will be sold separately. The concept is similar to Stadia controllers which directly connects to users routers.

It seems that Microsoft is renewing its intent for a sister console according to the fresh report. An xCloud console is apparently in the works. Project xCloud is Microsoft’s proprietary take on the cloud game streaming service. The new service blew up on social media after Google had announced Stadia for the first time. It brought the existing cloud gaming service to mainstream media. The upcoming console will be a low powered machine as most of the computing hassles are taken care of by Microsoft’s own servers. It will be designed to give a low power and low latency experience designed specifically for a better gaming experience on the xCloud.

Also Read: Xiaomi Develops A Periscope Camera Module, May Debut With Mi Mix 4

The new xCloud console could possibly sell for anywhere between the bracket of $60 to $100, not including the monthly subscription. It is a step away from the reduced graphics and performance variant of Project Scarlett. The console will be a bit more than a basic set-top box like Apple TV but will connect to an Xbox controller directly to xCloud for gaming. Finer details are still unavailable but more updates are expected to arrive soon.

July 8, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Fit E Launched In India

In the Q1 of 2019, Samsung announced the Galaxy Fit e smartwatch which is now available for purchase in India. The new fitness tracker is budget offering from the company and it competes with the likes of the Mi Band 3 and the upcoming Mi Band 4. The key distinguishing features of the fitness tracker include a heart rate monitor (HRM) and upto week-long battery life.

Galaxy Fit e Features and Design

The Galaxy Fit e has an elegant design with a rectangle shaped plastic dial and soft rubber straps. The smart band features a 0.74-inch PMOLED display that has a resolution of 128 x 64 px and 193 ppi. It features a 70 mAh inbuilt battery which can be charged via proprietory Pogo Charging dock.

In terms of storage, the Galaxy Fit e packs 128KB of RAM and 4MB of ROM. The device has built-in Bluetooth which can be used to pair with supported devices. Noteworthy, the fitness band is compatible with both iOS and Android devices and users can download Samsung’s application from the respective application stores on either platform.

Click here to buy the Samsung Galaxy Fit e

As previously mentioned the Galaxy Fit e features a HRM (Heart Rate Monitor) which can be used to track the cardiac health of the pattern. Staple to every fitness tracker, it also supports daily step counter, distance covered, calories burned and sleep, monitor. All the information recorded by the device can be synchronised on the application for reviewing at a later date.

The Galaxy Fit e is powered by a 70 mAh battery which can be charged via the rear mounted pogo pins. The device is shipped with a proprietary charger which can be used to top up the battery. Furthermore, it is waterproof upto 50 metres, therefore, users can continue wearing the device while swimming or during rainfalls.

Also Read: Xiaomi Develops A Periscope Camera Module, May Debut With Mi Mix 4

The Galaxy Fit e is available in three colour options which include Black, White and Yellow. It is available for purchase via both online and offline platforms. The Galaxy Fit e costs Rs 2,490

Click here to buy the Samsung Galaxy Fit e

July 8, 2019
Xiaomi Develops A Periscope Camera Module, May Debut With Mi Mix 4

Smartphone manufacturers have set the norm of having at least two cameras at the rear in most devices now. The nature of the secondary lens was, in most cases, merely to supplement the primary camera. It was most commonly seen in the form of depth sensors to reproduce popular Bokeh effects on ‘Portrait’ modes. The sensor that lately started gaining popularity is the periscope lens that gives a stand-alone functionality. Xiaomi is now reportedly equipping the Mi Mix 4 with such a lens.

It is common for premium grade smartphones to feature a wide angle lens and telephoto camera, like in the OnePlus 7 Pro. But OEMs like Huawei and Oppo in their latest flagships have introduced a new form of secondary lenses. Huawei’s P30 Pro and Oppo Reno 10X Zoom feature a periscope lens that offers a much deeper optical zoom than the telephoto counterpart. In a new report, Xiaomi has patented designs for a similar in-house developed module. The new technology will reportedly be incorporated in the upcoming Mi Mix 4.

Huawei P30 Pro

The report arrives after Xiaomi filed a patent titled, “Camera Components and Electronic Devices.” It details that the camera setup will feature an auxiliary lens alongside the primary shooter. Like an actual periscope, the secondary lens will be set one optical axis perpendicular to the main lens light axis. It enables the befitting of a periscope assist lens directly on the main sensor. In simpler words, the new periscope lens can be incorporated within the main camera without having to increase the lens thickness. Thus, Xiaomi fans can soon expect to see a 5x optical to 10x hybrid zoom on the Mi Mix 4.

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The Mi Mix 4 is reported to feature this new technology as it is one at it will be the latest addition to flagship MIX smartphone lineup from Xiaomi. Its new camera lens feature will be a great new feature added to its devices. Users can soon expect to see this type of lens becoming a more common occurrence in upcoming/future smartphones from the company. More information is expected to be available in the arriving week with updates following soon.

July 8, 2019
OnePlus 7 Debuts In Mirror Blue Colour
OnePlus’ latest smartphones, the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro made their global debut on the 14th of May. At the time of launch, the former was announced in two colour options while the latter was announced in three colour options.

Today, the company has announced another colour option for the OnePlus 7 which is Mirror Blue. Except for the new colour, the specifications and price of the device are heterogeneous to other colour variants which are Mirror Grey and Red. To recall

The OnePlus 7 measures 157.7 x 74.8 x 8.2 mm and weighs 182 g. It has an all-glass design on the front and back which is held together by a metal chassis. The device features a 6.41 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px which gives it a pixel density of 402 ppi.

Like the OnePlus 6T, the display of the OnePlus 7 features a water drop notch and an under display fingerprint sensor. Noteworthy, the biometric sensor on the new device is 50 percent larger than its predecessor which provides for even faster unlock times.

Under the hood, the OnePlus 7 features the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is manufactured using 7 nm fabrication process and is highly power efficient. The chipset consists of an Octa-Core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU.

The OnePlus 7 is powered by a 3700 mAh battery which supports 20 W fast charging via the provided Dash Charger. Connectivity options on the smartphone include 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Dual 4G VoLTE, NFC, GPS and a bottom mounted USB Type C port for charging and data transfer.

In terms of optics, the OnePlus 7 Pro features a 16 MP front-facing selfie camera which is present in the waterdrop notch and a dual rear setup. The rear camera setup is aligned in a vertical manner which consists of an f/1.7 aperture equipped 48 MP sensor and a 5 MP depth sensor along with an LED flash.

OnePlus 7 Mirror Blue Storage Options And Price

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The OnePlus 7 Mirror Blue colour will be available for purchase online via Amazon.in and in offline OnePlus stores starting 15th of July. The Mirror Blue OnePlus 7 will be offered in a single storage variant for which the price is as follows:
- 6 GB + 128 GB: Rs 32,999
OnePlus 7 Unboxing
July 8, 2019
Indian Pricing Of AMD Ryzen 3000 CPUs Revealed

AMD has finally released its much awaited third generation Ryzen CPUs. The company on the 7/7 (7th of July) launched eight new 7nm Ryzen 3000 series desktop processors. They are the first to incorporate AMD’s latest Zen 2 architecture built on a 7nm manufacturing process. The CPUs will go on sale globally alongside the new NAVI Radeon GPUs and motherboards from the company. AMD has currently only announced the pricing of CPUs for the Indian market.

Price

The top end Ryzen 9 3950X with 16 cores will only be available from September. The Ryzen 9 3900X, with 12 cores an 24 threads, will go on sale today for INR 35,990 in India (approx Rs. 42,470 after 18% tax). AMD’s 8 core CPUs like the Ryzen 7 3800X and 3700X are priced at INR 28,490 and INR 24990 (excluding tax) respectively; while the mid range affordable yet powerful cores such as the Ryzen 5 3600X and 3600 will sell for INR 17,690 and INR 14,490 (excluding tax) respectively. The aforementioned cards are all fabricated on a 7nm architecture and will replace the second generation of Ryzen processors.

AMD also launched two new APUs, namely, the Ryzen 5 3400G and Ryzen 3200G; they are based on the previous gen Zen+ architecture that features Radeon Vega graphics processors. The prices for the CPUs are INR 10,990 and INR 7,190 (excluding tax) respectively and are aimed at casual or budget gamers. The new launches are AMD’s move on upgrading their single-threaded and multi-threaded performance to outclass the 9th generation Intel Core processors.

The Competition

Intel has infamously struggled with the transition to the 10nm fabrication process and will only incorporate it in its upcoming 10th gen CPUs. The company has stayed competitive by tweaking its 14nm chipsets to give better performance but team red is taking the lead now. The company’s 10th gen Intel Core processors will have to bring great new improvements or features to stay relevant against AMD. Intel and AMD have always been neck-in-neck with their PC components arms race, with Intel always having an edge. Now, AMD is seemingly ahead of the curve and already a step ahead of Intel. Only time will tell how Intel responds to the new threat it faces in the computing industry.

Also Read: Top Upcoming Smartphones To Look Out For In Second Half Of 2019

AMD has also launched its new motherboards and NAVI based Radeon GPUs; however, the pricing of the later is yet to be announced for the Indian market. The company will partner with other brands like Asus, Gigabyte, MSI and more to introduce its X570 chipset based motherboards. Its prices range from INR 13,805 for Asus Prime X570-p/CSM to INR 38,150 for Asus ROG Crosshair VIII Formula. The second being a flagship motherboard and both exclude GST taxes.

July 8, 2019
Fake Update App Fools 10 Million Samsung Galaxy Owners
The Google Play Store has been subjected to multiple incidents for unknowingly circulating applications that are ridden with malware or adware. In the lookout for the latest firmware updates, 10 Million Samsung Galaxy smartphone owners downloaded a fake app from the Play Store.

The “Updates For Samsung” application which has now been taken down from the Play Store is not affiliated with Samsung (yet distributing their firmware). Shockingly, the application offered an annual subscription of US $ 34.99 in exchange for allowing users to download the latest software updates in exchange for high-speed downloads which are freely available in fact (explained later).

Besides, the “Updates For Samsung” app did provide free updates but the downloads were capped to 56 kbps. Therefore, it would take days or even weeks to download an update package which would not weigh more than 2 GB. Hence, a large number of users fell for the trap and ended up paying for the subscription.

Adding further to the list of concerns is the fact that payments made to purchase a subscription on “Updates For Samsung” were processed through the companies own website and not Google Play which is usually a case.

Furthermore, the “Updates For Samsung” application was loaded with adware and some users complained that it was extremely resource hungry. One user wrote that it could bring the flagship grade Galaxy S10 to a grinding halt which would require a reboot to return to a functional stage.

In case you did not know, every Samsung smartphone has a built-in update checker which can be used to install the latest firmware update without any additional cost. Following is the method that will allow you to check and update your Samsung Galaxy smartphone:
Find the Settings app among your listed apps and open it.

Look for Software Update in the search tab.

Click Check For Updates

Scroll through Settings and click on Software Update.

If an update is available, click Download.

Once downloaded, press install.

Installing an OTA (Over The Air) update can usually take anywhere between 10 minutes to an hour. Even longer in an rare case.

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Make sure your device is charged enough to run through the complete installation process or keep it connected to a wall charger.

Never press any buttons while the software update is in progress as this can lead to a bricked device.
July 8, 2019
Top Upcoming Smartphones To Look Out For In Second Half Of 2019

The year 2019 is half over and we have already witnessed an excessive number of smartphone launches. However, a whole array of high-end flagship smartphones still await to be unveiled. In this story, we will cover the most notable upcoming smartphones that will surely get you excited. Following is the list of smartphones that will launch soon:

Galaxy Note 10

The Galaxy Note 10 is one of the most anticipated smartphones that Samsung will launch this year. Surprisingly, the company is reported to launch multiple variants of the Galaxy Note 10 which will cater to the needs of different consumer types. According to past leaks, the lineup will consist of four smartphones including Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10e, Galaxy Note 10+ and Galaxy Note 10 5G.

The key features that the smartphones in this lineup will have are punch hole camera, edge to edge display, Snapdragon 855 or Exynos 9820 SoC which will be dependent on the region the device is sold in. Staple to Galaxy Note lineup, the upcoming smartphones will have a multi-feature stylus which is reported to have an inbuilt camera.

Precise details of the Note 10 smartphones including price and specifications will be revealed at the Galaxy Unpacked event which is set for the 7th of August in the USA. Additionally, the re-engineered Galaxy Fold is also expected to make a reappearance at the event.

iPhone XI Lineup

Following the legacy of the iPhone, Apple will also soon launch its latest smartphones for 2019. Like yesteryear, Apple will launch three iPhone models which will allegedly be called iPhone XI, iPhone XI Max and iPhone XI R. According to leaks and reports, the 2019 iPhone trio will carry forward the same design layout as last year’s model.

Besides, all three smartphones will get one more camera on the rear which will be a 3D ToF sensor for gathering depth information. Therefore, the flagship grade iPhone XI and iPhone XI Max will have triple rear cameras while the economical iPhone XI R will have dual rear cameras.

In terms of specifications, the iPhone XI, iPhone XI Max and the iPhone XI R will be kitted with the Apple A13 chipset which will be fabricated using 7 nm process and will be manufactured by TSMC. Also new for 2019, Apple may equip the future iPhones with USB Type C port and will ship the devices with an 18 W fast charger which was previously sold separately.

Pixel 4 And Pixel 4 XL

The Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL will be Google’s 2019 flagship devices which will succeed the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL from 2018. The notable change that the new smartphones are confirmed to have is a multi-camera setup on the rear. Therefore the company will step up its camera performance to another level. As the existing Google Pixel smartphones with a single camera are well recognised for their camera performance, both in under and overexposed lighting conditions.

Talking about hardware, the Pixel 4 lineup is reported to be kitted with the Snapdragon 855 SoC which consists of an Octa-Core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU. The front of the devices may have a punch hole camera along with an under display fingerprint scanner for rapidly logging into the user interface.

Google’s flagship smartphones for 2019 are expected to launch in the month of October which falls in line with the launch of current-gen handsets.

Mate 30 Pro

The Mate 30 Pro will be Huawei’s second flagship lineup of the year after the P30 lineup which has a focus on photography. The upcoming handset will succeed the Mate 20 Pro which was launched in the month of October last year. Under the hood, the Mate 30 Pro will feature the Kirin 985 SoC which will debut with the flagship smartphone.

The Mate 30 Pro is claimed to have a punch hole camera on the front which is becoming a common sighting on premium and mid-range Android smartphones. Speaking of rear camera setup, the device may have a quad rear camera which was exhibited by freshly leaked case and renders.

Noteworthy, the company may unveil the Mate 30 Pro along with HongMeng OS which it has been developing covertly for years. According to a senior executive, the upcoming OS is 60 percent faster than Android OS which seems like an astounding claim. Till the time the company shows real-world demonstrations of the OS, it is recommended to take them with a grain of salt.

The exact launch date of the Mate 30 Pro is not yet revealed but it is assumed to be announced in the month of October this year.

Also Read: Nintendo Gears Up To Dip Toes In Cloud Gaming

To sum it up, nothing has been set in the stone as of now, and leaks referred to in this story may change before the official unveiling of respective smartphones. Nevertheless, the companies will try their best to offer feature loaded smartphones and rake in the maximum number of customers.

July 6, 2019
HongMeng OS Is Upto 60 Percent Faster Than Android OS And MacOS

It was revealed a while back that Huawei’s proprietary HongMeng OS has been planned in secrecy years ago. The top officials of the Chinese company had decided on the development of a native OS after fearing US based software dominance. Skip a few years forward and that is all but true. Android and Apple are the most popular OS out there that belong from the US with which China has always had unstable trade relations.

Now, a report claims that the recently announced HongMeng OS is reportedly 60% faster than its main competitor Android.

HongMeng OS turned out to be Huawei’s trump card against US monopoly. It was finally unveiled from secrecy and had sought to ensure Huawei’s long term market security regardless of international trade relations. In a new report from, Chairman of Huawei had claimed that its HongMeng OS outperforms Android by a massive 60% lead. The aforementioned OS will complete development; regardless of Huawei being able to continue business with US companies. This arrives after the US ban that prohibited the company to have unrestricted operations in the western nation.

In terms of speed, Huawei has claimed that the OS is much faster than Google’s as well as Apple’s MacOS. HongMeng OS will also be introduced to the company’s laptop computer offerings too and are reportedly faster than MacOS. Huawei’s OS is designed to be versatile with a broad range of compatibility across different electronic devices which will interact with one another. A move that is similar to Apple’s iCloud based electronic economy and family connectivity. The company’s top officials have acknowledged its two giant competitors which have a sizeable application ecosystem; true with Apple’s App Store and Google’s Play Store apps which contain millions of apps.

Also Read: Redmi K20 Pro Indian Price Leaks, Starts At Rs 24,999

The implications of the new report are massive. An OS that is both flexible and more powerful than what is currently offered in the market; it can possibly even disrupt the westward focused technology power structure. The claims can currently not be disproved since the HongMeng OS hasn’t been released yet. However, even exaggerated it may still hold some truth regarding performance and speed.

July 6, 2019