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Lenovo Yoga S940 Premium Ultrabook Launched In India
On the 31st of July, Lenovo India held a launch event in New Delhi where it unveiled the premium grade Yoga S940 which is Windows 10 based laptop. The newly launched device is made out of aluminium, has a minimalist design, weighs just 1.2 kg and measures 12.2 mm at its thinnest.

Lenovo Yoga S940 Design and Features

The Lenovo Yoga S940 has an elegant design owing to a 14-inch LED display that is surrounded by thin bezels on all sides. The users have an option to choose between two different display panels that either has 1080p or UHD 4K resolution.

Staple to Lenovo laptops, the Yoga S940 also has a well-spaced keyboard that is comprised of tactile keys. It features a large glass touchpad that can be used to navigate the mouse pointer. Moreover, it also supports multi-finger gestures like pinch to zoom and swipe to change workspace.

The Lenovo Yoga S940 also features audio speakers which are vented via loudspeaker grilles found on either side of the keyboard. Noteworthy, it also supports Dolby Atmos which provides for an immersive audio experience.

In order to achieve the thin form factor, the Yoga S940 only has a 3.5 mm audio jack and triple USB Type C ports. Nevertheless, the Type C ports also support thunderbolt connection, hence they can be used to connect additional peripherals like a card reader, RJ45 ethernet port or even an external display with the help of adapters which are sold separately.

Under the hood, the Yoga S940 can be configured with either an Intel Core i5 or i7, 8th Gen processor. It also features Intel HD 640 graphics which can be used for running lightweight graphics tasks.

The Lenovo Yoga S940 is powered by a 52wh battery which is claimed to provide a battery backup of upto 15 hours, depending on the kind of tasks that are being run on it. It also has a built-in webcam which can be used for video conferencing or even clicking pictures. Wireless connectivity options on the device include Bluetooth 5.0 and 802.11 ac Wi-Fi.

Lenovo Yoga S940 Price and Variants

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The Lenovo Yoga S940 is offered in two different variants for which the price is as follows:
- intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD: Rs 1,25,133
- intel Core i7, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB GB HD: Rs 144,990
Users who want to customise the laptop as per their own liking can also do so, however, the delivery of those units take about two weeks.

Interested readers can check the official webpage by clicking here.
July 31, 2019
Sony Launches Master Series A9G Premium OLED TVs In India

Further expanding its portfolio of premium LED TVs, Sony has launched the Master Series A9G 4K television in India which succeeds the A9F series from the year 2018. The company has currently launched two different sized TVs which have a screen size of 55 inch and 65 inch.

Features Of Sony Master Bravia A9G Lineup

The TVs in the Bravia Master A9G series run on Android 8.0 Oreo and have 16 GB of built-in storage. Right out of the box, they have multiple pre-installed video streaming services which include Netflix, Amazon Vidoe, Hotstar, Alt Balaji, Zee 5 and Sony Liv.

As the Bravia Master TVs run on Android OS, users also have the option to download a wide range of applications which are available on the Google Play store. Additionally, the TVs also support hands-free voice operation via the built Google assistant.

Furthermore, they are also compatible with Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit which can be used to directly stream content from iOS or macOS devices wirelessly.

In terms of design, both the 55 inch and 65 inch A9G TVs from Sony have an elegant design due to narrow bezels on all sides of the display.

The TVs are equipped with Acoustic Surface Audio+ that consists of 2.2 channel speakers along with two actuators and two subwoofers. Moreover, they support Dolby Atmos and DTS digital sound which provides for a clear and immersive audio experience.

The Sony Master Bravia A9G TVs are kitted with X1 Ultimate 4K HDR processors which Sony claims are best in industry. The processor supports Pixel Contrast Booster Technology which can individually control each pixel to offer the best possible live contrast ratio. They also have Bluetooth compatibility to pair wireless earphones to enjoy digital media without disturbances or interruptions.

Sony Master Bravia A9G TV Price

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The Sony Master Bravia A9G with the 55 inch display is priced at Rs 2,69,990 while the variant with the 65 inch display costs Rs 3,69,990. The TV sets will soon be available for purchase across all Sony Centers, major electronic stores and e-commerce portals in India.

Even though the price of the TVs seems quite steep, the quality that these Sony devices deliver is second to none. Therefore, the price of the feature-packed TV offerings from the company can be justified to a greater extent.

Interested readers can check company page by clicking here.

July 30, 2019

MediaTek Announces G90 and G90T Chipsets For Mid Range Gaming Smartphones

On the 29th of July, Taiwanese chip maker, MediaTek held a launch event in India where it unveiled two new SoCs. The newly launched chipsets include the Helio G90 and the Helio G90T, both of which are geared towards mid-range gaming smartphones.

As the name suggests, the G90T is beefed up variant of the standard G90. Nevertheless, both the Helio chipsets are manufactured using 12 nm fabrication and consist of an Octa-Core CPU. The specifications of the two Helio chipsets are listed below in a tabular format:

	Helio G90	Helio G90T
Fabrication Process	TSMC 12nm
CPU	2x Cortex-A76 @ 2 GHz 6x Cortex-A55 @ 2GHz	2x Cortex-A76 @ 2.05 GHz 6x Cortex-A55 @ 2GHz
Memory	2X LPDDR4x Up to 2133MHz up to 8GB, eMMC 5.1 / UFS 2.1	2X LPDDR4x Up to 2133MHz up to 10GB, eMMC 5.1 / UFS 2.1
Camera	24MP+16MP, 48MP / Triple camera 3X ISP; AI Face Detection; HW depth engine; AINR; Single-Cam/Dual-Cam Bokeh; Hardware Warping Engine (EIS); Rolling Shutter Compensation (RSC) engine; MEMA 3DNR; Multi-Frame Noise reduction;	24MP+16MP, 64MP / Quad camera 3X ISP; AI Face Detection; HW depth engine; AINR; Single-Cam/Dual-Cam Bokeh; Hardware Warping Engine (EIS); Rolling Shutter Compensation (RSC) engine; MEMA 3DNR; Multi-Frame Noise reduction;
Display	2520 x 1080 (Full HD+) at 21:9 60Hz	2520 x 1080 (Full HD+) at 21:9 90Hz
Video Decode / Video Encode	2160p (2160 x 1080), h.264, h.265 / HEVC 4K 30fps, FHD 120fps, HD 240fps	2160p (2160 x 1080), h.264, h.265 / HEVC 4K 30fps, FHD 120fps, HD 240fps
Graphics	ARM Mali G76 3EEMC4 @ 720MHz	ARM Mali G76 3EEMC4 @ 800MHz
Modem	Cat-12 DL / Cat-13 UL, 4X4 MIMO, 3XCA, 256QAM, TAS 2.0, HPUE, IMS (VoLTE\ViLTE\WoWi-Fi), eMBMS, Dual 4G VoLTE (DSDS), Band 71
Connectivity	Integrated Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 (a/b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS + Glonass + Beidou + Galileo, FM radio
Others	Intelligent Dual Mic Wake-up/ Single Wake-up word	Intelligent Dual Mic Wake-up/ Dual Wake-up word

[Note: The specs listed above are the highest that the chipsets are capable of supporting and not the specs of any particular smartphonee incorportating them.]
In addition, MediaTek also introduced HyperEngine technology which helps in boosting game performance on the smartphones. The key benefits of the technology are as follows:

Intelligent Network Prediction: The chipset is able to track any sort of degradation in the Wi-Fi signal. As soon as, it identifies such a scenario, the data connection is rapidly switched to LTE network. According to the company, Helio chipsets can switch networks in milliseconds that provides for a smooth gaming experience without any hiccups.
Dual Wi-Fi Connections: Smartphones incorporating the Helio G90 or Helio G90T chipset can simultaneously connect to two different Wi-Fi bands (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) or two entirely different routers to provide faster download speeds and low latency while playing games.
Call & Data Concurrency: As the name suggests, mobile data can continuously be used even while making or receiving a phone call. Therefore, if a user gets a phone call while playing an online game, the game will continue running interrupted without any difference in the server.
Intelligent Resource Management: With the help of AI, devices can smartly manage resources like CPU, GPU and battery to churn out maximum performance or battery backup depending on the needs of the user.

Noteworthy, following the unveiling of the chipsets, Xiaomi India CEO, Manu Kumar Jain stepped on the stage and affirmed that the company is already developing a smartphone that incorporates the chipset. Also, Xiaomi had previously announced that it will soon launch a smartphone with a 64 MP camera and looking at the MediaTek Helio G90T’s spec sheet, we believe it is the same handset that Xiaomi had previously referred to.

Even though not many details about the Xiaomi smartphone are currently available but it is assumed that the device will be priced in the Rs 15,000 and Rs 20,000 price bracket or maybe slightly higher.

Also Read: Xiaomi Launches Redmi K20 Pro In Summer Honey White Colour In China

We believe this could be the second-gen Poco i.e the highly anticipated Poco F2 or a handset in an entirely different lineup that could possibly be called Redmi G1 or Xiaomi G1.

All in all, nothing has been set in the stone as of now. In order to get, more details about smartphones incorporating the chipset, we will have to wait patiently until either MediaTek or smartphone OEMs provide concrete information.

July 30, 2019

Motorola Launches The Moto E6 With Snapdragon 435 & 2GB RAM

Through a blog post on the 25th of July, Motorola has launched its latest budget smartphone, the Moto E6. The device is the successor of the Moto E5 series launched last year and unlike its predecessors which were launched in a pack of four, the latest handset arrives as a solo announcement. It has been launched only in the United States as of now, with global availability expected to be announced soon by the company.

Moto E6

The new Moto E6 smartphone by Motorola as mentioned above is the company’s latest budget offering. The device features an all polycarbonate design which looks similar to its predecessors. It has a 5.5 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1440 × 720 px. As it is a budget handset, there are significant bezels on the top and bottom of the display. There is also no physical fingerprint scanner on the Moto E6, which means users will have to rely on traditional unlocking methods; such as patterns, numerical pins and passwords to access the smartphone.

The Moto E6 runs on the slightly dated Snapdragon 435 SoC which has an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 505 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone from Motorola has a single, f/2.0 aperture equipped 13MP sensor with LED flash. For selfies, an f/2.0 aperture equipped 5MP sensor is placed above the display on the front. Memory options on the device are limited to 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage; the latter of which is expandable via microSD of up to 256GB in capacity.

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The Moto E6 is powered by a 3000mAh battery which supports 5W charging via the bundled adapter in the box. The device runs on the latest Android 9 Pie with little customisation from the company. It will be available in two colour variants, namely Starry Black and Navy Blue. The Motorola Moto E6 will be available for sale in the US in the following weeks at a price of US$ 149 (Rs. 10,300). Unfortunately, there is no word from the company yet about the international availability of the handset.

July 26, 2019
Honor Launches MagicBook Pro 16 Premium Laptop
On the 23rd of July, Honor held a launch event in its home country, China where it unveiled the long-anticipated Honor 9X duo of smartphones. Besides it also unveiled a premium-grade notebook computer called the MagicBook Pro that touts a 16-inch display with an elegant design and high-end specifications.

MagicBook Pro 16 Specs and Features

Right off the bat, the Honor MagicBook Pro draws a lot of inspiration from Apple’s MacBook lineup of computers. It has an aluminium body with a sleek design that incorporates a 16.1-inch Full HD display. In terms of dimensions and weight, the laptop measures 369 X 234 X 16.9mm and it tips the scale at 1.7 kg.

Under the hood, the MagicBook Pro 16 can be configured with either an i5 or i7 8th Generation Intel processor. It also packs an Nvidia GeForce MX250 GPU that has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory.

The laptop computer from Honor also has a bunch of nifty features which include a power button that doubles up as a fingerprint sensor, a 1 MP web camera that is concealed inside the function lane of the keyboard and dual speakers with Dolby Atmos support.

To keep the temperatures on the Honor MagicBook Pro 16 under check, the laptop is kitted with dual high-speed fans. The laptop also has a variety of input and output ports which are as follows:
- 1x USB Type-C Port
- 3x USB 3.0 (Type A) Port
- 1x HDMI Port
- 3.5 mm audio jack, headphone and mic combo
Connectivity options on the Honor MagicBook Pro 16 include 802.11 ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. The laptop is powered by a 57 WHr battery which is claimed to provide a battery backup of upto 14 hours.

In term of memory and storage the Honor MagicBook Pro is offered in several configurations for which the prices are as follows:
- Core i5, 8GB RAM and 512GB storage: 5,499 yuan (around Rs 55,000)
- Core i7, 8GB RAM and 512GB storage: 6,199 Yuan (around Rs 62,000)
- Core i7, 16GB RAM and 1TB storage: 7,999 Yuan (around Rs 80,000)
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The laptop is currently available for purchase only in China but if the demand for its rises, the company may launch it in other regions as well

To sum it up, the Honor MagicBook Pro 16 sums to a be a laptop that not only looks good but offers worthy specs for the price it is being offered at.

Which according to you is the best feature on teh newly launched laptop from Honor? Do let us know in the comments below.
July 23, 2019
Asus ROG Phone 2 Launched, Features 120 Hz AMOLED Display And 6000 mAh Battery

Following the success of its original gaming smartphone, Asus has launched the ROG Phone 2. Like its predecessor, the newly launched device has unique features that make it stand out of the bunch. Few of those features include an enormous 6,000 mAh battery, UFS 3.0 storage and the Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC.

Asus ROG Phone 2 Specs and Features

The front of the Asus ROG Phone 2 is dominated by a 6.59 inch AMOLED display that has Full HD+ resolution. The display panel has a refresh rate of 120 Hz and a response time of just 1 ms (millisecond). Noteworthy, it is the world’s first handset to feature an AMOLED display of this high refresh rate.

Under the hood, the Asus Rog Phone 2 is kitted with the Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC which has 4 percent higher CPU speed and 15 percent high GPU speeds than the standard variant that is found on devices like the Redmi K20 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S10 (US and China Variant). The chipset consists of an Octa-Core CPU with the prime core being clocked at 2.96 GHz and the Adreno 640 GPU which is clocked at 675 MHz.

The Asus Rog Phone 2 has a single 24 MP camera on the front and dual rear setup which is comprised of a 48 MP Sony IMX586 sensor and a 13 MP sensor with an ultra-wide viewing angle of 125 degrees. The device can also capture 2160p videos from the rear setup and 1080p videos from the selfie sensor.

As previously mentioned, the Asus Rog Phone 2 is powered by a mammoth 6,000 mAh battery which supports 30-watt fast charging. In terms of memory and storage, it has 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of UFS 3.0 memory. Besides the Asus Rog Phone 2, the OnePlus 7 Pro is the only commercially available to pack this super high-speed storage chip.

Other notable features of the Asus Rog Phone 2 include an In-display fingerprint sensor, 3.5 mm audio jack, dual front-firing audio speakers, quad microphones with noise cancellation support and LED-lit logo on the rear. Connectivity options on the smartphone include Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ad, Bluetooth 5.0, 4G VoLTE, GPS, NFC and dual USB Type C ports for charging, data syncing and connecting accessories.

Speaking of accessories, Asus offers a whole host of these. Some of the accessories purpose-built of the ROG Phone 2 include an Active Cooler with inbuilt fan, TwinView dock, attachable gamepad and mobile desktop dock.

The smartphone runs on the latest Android OS which is 9 Pie. For the first time, Asus allows the user to select between two different UI which include the customised ROG UI and bloatware-free ZenUI which was last seen on the ZenFone 6. Talking about ROG UI, one noteworthy feature of the ROG Phone 2 includes “X mode” which is Asus marketing term for a gaming mode.

Like the Google Pixel 3, the ROG Phone 2 also supports toggling apps by simply squeezing its sides. However, unlike former, Asus’ offering does allow to manually configure apps based on the user’s wish.

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To sum it up, Asus ROG Phone 2 is an absolute beast of a smartphone which is targetted towards gaming enthusiasts. While the mass consumers may find it a bit bulky and heavy as per their liking.

The price of the smartphone is not yet revealed and will be publicised on the 23rd of July at a joint event held by Asus and Tencent, developer of PUBG.

July 22, 2019
Redmi Launches Two Elegantly Designed Affordable Power Banks
In the Q1 of 2019, Xiaomi turned the Redmi lineup of smartphones into a separate sub-brand. Since then, the company has been populating the newly formed Redmi brand with a variety of smartphones and accessories. On the 18th of July, it launched two high capacity Redmi power banks for the Chinese market that have a minimalist design and are priced aggressively.

Redmi Power Bank Design and Features

Right of the bat, the Redmi power banks are offered in two battery capacities which include 10,000 mAh and 20,000 mAh. In terms of build and design, both the devices are made out of hard white plastic and have rounded corners which will allow them to easily slide into the user’s pocket if need be.

The front of both the Redmi power banks is marked with the company branding which looks very neat yet elegant. The rear of the device carries the regulatory information, disposal guide, battery capacity and other vital details. The placement of ports and buttons on both variants is also heterogeneous.

The right side of the Redmi power banks houses a power button which can be used to the turn on or turn off charging on connected devices. Besides, it can also be used to display the amount of charge left via the four LED indicators mounted on top. Speaking of the top side, it is occupied by dual USB A output ports, a micro USB port and USB Type C port. Surprisingly, the power banks feature two different types of charging ports which makes it a versatile option for users who already own smartphones with either a micro USB port or USB Type C port.

In term of charging speed, the two USB output ports support different charging speed which is listed below:
- 5.1V, 2.4 A: 12.5 W
- 5.1V, 2.6 A: 13.5 W
While the built-in battery can be charged at a maximum rate of 5V,2.1A or 10 W. Therefore, the Redmi power bank with 10,000 mAh battery will take upto 4 hours to fully replenish, while, the variant with 20000 mAh battery will take close to 8 hours.

Redmi Power Bank Price And Availability

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The Redmi Power banks are currently limited to the Chinese market but they are soon expected to be launched in India as well. The price of two different variants are as follows:
- 10,000 mAh: 59 CNY (around Rs 599)
- 20,000 mAh: 99 CNY (around Rs 990)
What are your thoughts on the two newly launched accessories from Redmi? Let us know in the comments below.
July 19, 2019
Samsung Galaxy A80 With A Fancy Rotating Camera Launched In India
In the month of April, Korean electronics giant, Samsung launched the apex predator in its Galaxy A lineup. Dubbed the Galaxy A80, it has now been launched in India as well. The key highlighting features of the smartphone include an immersive edge-to-edge display and a fancy flip camera system that caters the needs of capturing both photos and videos from the front and back.

Galaxy A80 Specs and Features

The front of the Galaxy A80 features a massive 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display that is devoid of any notch. Samsung is calling this obstruction-free display as the “New Infinity”. The display panel has a resolution of 2400 x 1080 px and an aspect ratio of 20:9. For rapidly and securely logging into the UI, the handset features an indisplay fingerprint sensor, which is also present on the Galaxy A70 and the Galaxy A50.

Under the hood, the Galaxy A80 features the Snapdragon 730G SoC which is manufactured using 8 nm fabrication process. The chipset consists of an Octa-core CPU along with Adreno 618 GPU. To provide the best both worlds i.e power and efficiency, the eight core CPU is divided into two seprate clusters which are as follows:
- 2x 2.2 GHz
- 6x 1.8GHz
For capturing photos and videos, the Galaxy A80 has a rotating triple camera system that consists of an f/2.0 aperture equipped 48MP sensor, f/2.2 aperture equipped 8MP sensor and a 3D Time of Flight (ToF) along with an LED flash. As previously mentioned the same camera module can be used for photography from both the front and rear. As soon as the user taps the front camera button in the UI, the inbuilt motors come into play which with the help of a complex mechanism makes the camera setup rise and manifest itself for clicking selfies or making video calls.

The Galaxy A80 is powered by a 3700 mAh battery which supports 25W fast charging. The device runs on Samsung’s OneUI which is built on top of the latest Android 9 Pie. Connectivity options on the smartphone include Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, 4G VoLTE, GPS and USB Type C port for charging and data transfer.

Galaxy A80 Price, Storage Options, Colours and Availability

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The Samsung Galaxy A80 is offered in three colour options which include Angel Gold, Ghost White and Phantom Black. It is offered in a single storage variant for which the price is as follows:
- 8 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM: Rs 47,990
Similar to various other flagship smartphones, the Galaxy A80 also lacks support for memory expansion. It will be available for pre-booking from July 22 to July 31 and will go on sale from 1st of August across all retail stores, e-Shop, Samsung Opera House and all major leading online channels.

To conclude, the Galaxy A80 seems like a fantastic handset which looks appealing and is packed with worthy features. However, we feel the price that it is being offered is a bit steep and will be the only factor that keeps customers away from it. Nevertheless, the unique camera system may be able to justify its price tag and is one features that makes it stand apart from the crowd.

What do you think about the newly launched Galaxy A80? Let us know in the comments below
July 18, 2019
Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphone Launched For Rs 1599
On the 17th of July, Xiaomi India held a launch event in New Delhi where it unveiled the Redmi K20 and the Redmi K20 Pro smartphones. Besides, the company also launched a pair of wireless earphones which are dubbed the “Mi Neckband Bluetooth”. As the name suggests, the newly launched accessory is a pair of wireless earphones with a thick band that sits around the user’s neck.

Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphone Features

The newly launched Bluetooth accessory from Xiaomi has a stylish design with flat noodle type neckband that has wires on either side that lead to the left and right earbud. The Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones measure 445 x 80 x 26 mm and weigh only 13.6 g. Noteworthy, the earbuds have a magnetic back which can be used to lock them together when not in use.

The Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones have 120 mAh battery which is claimed to provide a battery backup of upto 8 hours with 80 percent volume. The built-in battery can be fully replenished in two hours via the built-in USB port. To attain wireless capabilities, the earphones are equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 technology. As the audio accessories are compatible with Bluetooth the can be used with a wide variety of devices including smartphones, tablets, computers, laptops and many more. Another notable feature of the wireless earphones is the support for voice assistant which can be used to take phone calls or even play music via verbal commands.

Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphone Quick Specs
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0
- Dimensions: 445 x 80 x 26 mm
- Weight: 13.6 g
- Battery Capacity: 120 mAh
- Charge Time: 2 hours
- Battery Life: Upto 8 hours on 80 percent volume
- Standby Time: Upto 260 hours
Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphone Price And Availability

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The Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphone is offered in a single colour option which is black. The wireless headphones are priced at Rs 1599 and will go on sale on MI.com starting from July 23rd.

All in all, the newly launched earphone seem like a worthwhile pair of aggressively priced wireless earphones and they are a significant step up over the previously launched Mi Bluetooth Headset Wireless.
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
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
Qualcomm Announces Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC For Gaming Smartphones

American chipmaker Qualcomm launched its latest flagship mobile processor, the Snapdragon 855 SoC; last year in the month of December. The chipset has since been seen in most Android flagship smartphones this year including the OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro, Asus 6Z, Nubia Red Magic 3 and the Redmi K20 Pro. Now, in a bid to capture the ever increasing gaming trend in mobile devices, the company has announced the Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC. It offers slight upgrades in the CPU and GPU of the chipset which should offer a better gaming experience.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus as the name suggests, is a slightly tuned version of the Snapdragon 855 SoC. While not a successor, the newest chipset is specifically designed for gaming smartphones to offer better performance. In terms of the difference between the chipsets, the major change in the latest mobile processor is that is bumps up the Prime CPU core clock speed up to 2.96GHz. This is a significant increase from the 2.84GHz clock speed on the Prime core of the previous version. Apart from the CPU, the Adreno 640 GPU on the new Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC boasts of a 15 percent performance increase over the GPU in the Snapdragon 855. Other than the aforementioned differences, other specifications of the two chipsets remain the same.

Snapdragon 855

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While the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus is the newest offering by the company; it isn’t expected to totally replace the Snapdragon 855 in most of the flagship smartphones launching this year. This is because of the performance increase in the newest chipset will mean that it will generate more heat. Other than gaming handsets, the cooling solutions on most flagship devices may not be suited to handle the amount of heat generated on the peak load of the processor. Furthermore, Taiwanese electronics giant Asus has already announced that its next gaming smartphone, the ROG Phone 2, will be the first in the world to feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC. The device will launch on the 23rd of July, so we don’t have to wait long to see the newest chipset in action.

July 16, 2019
Realme 3i Launched In India
On the 15th of July, Realme held a launch event in India which saw the unveiling of the Realme X and the Realme 3i. The former is a mid range handset while the latter is a budget focused offering. The Realme 3i is a watered down variant of the Realme 3 which was launched in the month of March.

Realme 3i Specs and Design

The front of the Realme 3i accommodates a 6.22 inch display that has an HD+ resolution. It also features a waterdrop notch up top which houses the selfie camera. The rear unibody shell of the handset is made out of composite plastic that has a Diaomond finish.

The rear panel of the Realme 3i accommodates the dual rear camera setuep, Realme branding and a slightly recessed Fingerprint sensor. The rear camera setup consists of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 13 MP sensor and a 2 MP sensor. The smartphone also supports Nightscape mode which allows in capturing well lit images even in places which are dark or have poor lighting conditions

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The right side of the Realme 3i is occupied by the volume rockers and SIM card+ microSD triple slot tray while the right side is occupied by the power button. The bottom of the smartphone houses the Micro USB port, loudspeaker grille, 3.5 mm audio jack and a microphone pinhole.

The Redmi 3i is kitted with the Helio P60 SoC which consists of a Mali-G72 MP3 GPU and an Octa-Core CPU. The device is powered by a large 4,230 mAh battery which can be charged with 10 watts of maximum power. It runs on Color OS 6.0 which is built on top of the latest Android 9.0 Pie.

Connectivity options on the Realme 3i include Dual 4G VoLTE, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, 3.5 mm audio jack and Micro USB port for charging and data transfer.

Price, Availablity and Colours

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The Realme 3i Pro is available in three colour options which include Diamond Black, Diamond Blue and Diamond Red. It is offered in two storage variants for which the price is as follows:
- 3 GB RAM + 32 GB ROM – Rs 7,999
- 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM – Rs 9,999
In addition to the inbuilt storage, it also accepts memory cards upto 256 GB via the dedicated microSD slot. The device will be available for purchase from Flipkart.com and Reliance Digital stores from the 23rd of July.

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July 15, 2019