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Realme X With Pop Up Selfie Camera Launched In India
Chinese smartphone maker, Realme launched its latest smartphone in China, in the month of May which is dubbed the Realme X. Three months later its Chinese debut, the handset has also been launched in India. The newly launched device will compete against the likes of the Redmi K20 which is set to launch on the 17th of July in the country. The key highlighting features of the Realme X include a pop up selfie camera and an edge-to-edge AMOLED display with a built in fingerprint sensor.

Realme X Features and Build

The front of the Realme X accommodates a 6.53 inch AMOLED display that has a pixel density of 394 ppi. To prevent the display against scratches and accidental drops, it is safeguarded with Corning Gorilla Glass 5. To safely and rapidly log in to user interface it has an inbuilt fingerprint sensor. The handset runs on ColorOS 6 which is built on top of Android 9 Pie.

Click here to pre-book the Realme X

The Realme X is kitted with the Snapdragon 710 SoC which consists of an Octa Core CPU along with Adreno 616 GPU. The 8 cores on the chipset are divided in two different clusters which provide the best of both worlds i.e is performance and battery backup. The clocks speed and architecture of the 8 cores are as follows:
- 2×2.2 GHz Kryo 360 Gold
- 6×1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver
The rear of the Realme X has an attractive gradient panel which is made out of plastic and it houses a dual camera setup and company branding. The rear camera setup of the smartphone is comprised of an f/1.7 aperture equipped 48 MP PDAF sensor, a f/2.4 aperture equipped depth sensor that has a resolution of 5 MP and an LED flash. Noteworthy the 48 MP camera is the Sony IMX586 sensor which is also found of the Honor View 20 and Redmi Note 7 Pro.

The Realme X also features a motorised pop up on top which houses the 16 MP selfie camera. The device can also capture 2160p videos from the rear camera setup while the front sensor can capture 1080p videos. It is powered by a 3,500 mAh battery which supports 20 W VOOC 3.0 fast charging.

Realme X Price, Colours, Storage Variants and Availability

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The Realme X is offered in a total of 5 colour variants which include Polar White, Space Blue, Spider Man Edition, Garlic Edition and Onion Edition. The handset will be available for purchase starting the 23rd of July from Flipkart.com and Reliance digital offline stores. It is available in two storage variants for which the prices are as follows:
- 4 GB + 128 GB- Rs 16,999
- 8 GB + 128 GB- Rs 19,999
- 8 GB + 128 GB- Rs 20,999 (Spider Man Edition)
Click here to pre-book the Realme X
July 15, 2019
LG Launches AI ThinQ TV Lineup With Built-In Amazon Alexa

LG has been one of the most prevalent TV brands in India. To meet the rising demands of smart televisions, the company has launched the AI ThinQ TVs lineup in the country which starts from Rs 24,990 and goes all the way upto Rs 10,99,990. Distinguishingly, all the smart TVs in the lineup have built-in Alexa and Google Assistant support.

The newly launched AI ThinQ TVs from LG are fitted with second-generation Alpha 9 processors. The processors combined with deep learning and AI (Artificial Intelligence) can automatically calibrate the TVs for optimised audio and video output. The TVs in the lineup are available from screen sizes of 32-inch to 77-inch. Moreover, they also have support for Dolby Vision, HDR10 Pro, HLG Pro HDR and Dolby Atmos.

Due to the presence of Amazon Alexa and Google voice assistant, users can wirelessly interact with their TV sets and control its different functionalities. Furthermore, the voice assistants built into the TVs can even be used to control other smart devices like lights and fans.

The NanoCell TVs in the AI ThinQ lineup also supports direct wireless streaming from Apple devices via AirPlay 2. Other features of TVs in this range include Nano Color Full Array Dimming and HomeKit. The latter enables the ability to control the television through Siri or Apple Home app.

Besides, all TVs in the AI ThinQ lineup have a wide variety of media streaming apps which include Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Hotstar, YouTube, Eros Now, Zee5, AltBalaji, Hungama Play, Sun NXT and Yupp TV. The TVs also have a 2-way Bluetooth feature that allows users to wirelessly stream music from their smartphone, tablet or any other Bluetooth compatible device.

Surprisingly, TVs in AI ThinQ lineup have a unique feature called “Mobile Connection Overlay” that allows users to view both the mobile and television screens simultaneously.

Also Read: Nokia 9 PureView With 5 Rear Cameras Launched In India

All in all, LG has populated the new AI ThinQ TV lineup with well thought out features which will make them stand out of the crowd. Especially, the wireless voice assistant functionality will be a crowd favourite.

July 10, 2019
Huawei Launches MediaPad T5 Tablet In India

Update: 10th July 2019

The Huawei MediaPad T5 is now available for purchase on Amazon.in. To sweeten up the deal, the company is providing Huawei Earphone AM 12 headphones Worth INR 2,998 and flip cover absolutely free. Interested users can purchase the tablet from the links provided below:

Original Story

Huawei had faced many hardships with the start of Q2 2019. The company was facing critical crippling of its business caused by the US Trade ban. The ban did not seek to deter the company as operations continued as normal, and devices like Nova 5 was launched with Android OS. Now, US has lifted the restrictions on Huawei and business is again in full swing with the officially launch of MediaPad T5 tablet in India.

Specification & Features

Huawei’s MediaPad T5 is a 10.1-inch tablet which sports a 1920 x 1200 resolution. Tablets generally do not feature minimal bezels and this also applies for the T5. The screen-to-body ratio of the device is still a respectable 76.4%. The tablet places emphasis on multi-media consumption owing to its large footprint. This is further bolstered by its dual stereo speakers.

HiSilicon Kirin 659 SoC drives the MediaPad T5 with RAM offerings varying from 2GB and 3GB. Huawei offers 2 storage options, namely 16GB and 32GB. The internal storage can be supplemented through its expandable storage solution via microSD card that supports up to 256GB. A massive 5,100mAh battery powers the entire device and should, at least on paper, deliver exceptional up time.

MediaPad T5 runs the EMUI 8.0 that is based on the dated Android 8.0 Oreo. The tablet features a dedicated Children’s Corner that allows separation and locking of certain apps when in the hands of kids. The feature also has a reminder that informs children to maintain a proper posture while using the tablet. A timer can be enabled that restricts over usage of the device.

Price and Availability

Huawei is shipping the MediaPad T5 in two configurations carrying different prices. The first is the 2GB RAM+16GB ROM variant which is priced at INR 14,999, while the beefier version that offers 3GB RAM+32GB ROM will be sold for 16,999. The Chinese company will start taking pre-orders for the tablet on Amazon alongside a complimentary bundle worth INR 2,999 which includes a flip cover and earphones.

Also Read: NVIDIA Unveils The RTX 2060 SUPER, 2070 SUPER, 2080 SUPER GPUs

Huawei’s sub-brand Honor had promised further Android support for its concerned Indian audience in a recent tweet.. The aforementioned ban had Huawei stuck in a no-mans land with US based firms that had the hardware and software it required. The tech giant is now well on its way to regain its grounds lost over the past couple of months, starting with the MediaPad T5.

July 10, 2019
AMD Radeon RX 5700 & 5700 XT GPU Prices Revealed In India

AMD had announced its latest Radeon RX 5700 & 5700 XT graphics card offerings in its keynote at Computex 2019. It marks the company’s entry into the mid to high tier ranges of GPUs. The video cards were made in response to NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 20 series GPUs with a better price to performance value. AMD officially launched the cards on 7th July and finally released the official Indian pricing after the surprise price slash.

Team green’s Ray Tracing enabled cards featured flagship (from the 2080Ti and 2080) to the upper mid range (2070 and 2060) GPUs; unfortunately, the aforementioned PC components also carried a hefty price for the new technology offered. AMD is seeking to fill the premium and mid range gap with its RX 5700 series of powerful cards and lucrative prices. NVIDIA is launching its refreshed, beefed up version of the original, RTX SUPER cards today to be better compete with AMD.

Specifications

AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT features 40 compute units or 2560 streaming processors that deliver 9.75 TFLOPs of FP32 performance. The 7nm GPU will sport 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM with a core clock of 1606MHz and a boost clock of 1905 MHz. This is by far the highest clockspeed seen in any AMD GPU, all thanks to its new RDNA architecture and 7nm process. It will compete with the new RTX 2070 SUPER while outperforming the now discontinued vanilla RTX 2070 from NVIDIA.

On the other hand, the Radeon RX 5700 features 36 compute units or 2304 streaming processors that deliver 7.95 TFLOPs of FP32 performance. The 7nm GPU will sport 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM with a core clock of 1465MHz and a boost clock of 1725 MHz. It will compete with the new RTX 2060 SUPER while outperforming vanilla RTX 2060 from NVIDIA.

Price & Availability

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is officially priced at INR 30,990 (INR 36,570, after tax), while the Radeon RX 5700 will sell for INR 26,990 (INR 31,850, after tax). However, AMD is not launching the higher end RX 5700 XT Anniversary Edition in India. The two GPUs will be under AMD’s current flagship the Radeon VII and will also be available from other brands. Variations of the graphics card will be sold by Gigabyte, MSI, Sapphire, ASUS, and more with single digit percentage difference in performance.

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It is a great time to be a gamer or build a gaming PC. Prices for viable PC components are now available. The sub $500 market has never been so competitive. Both team green and red offer are offering some great deals that give more choice to consumers which is always a plus point. One can essentially buy from either the RTX SUPER or RX 5700 Series and not regret it. The tech giants have offered great value for money with the new affordable graphics card. The new launches bring a positive impact for the Indian gaming community and culture as a whole.

July 9, 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
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
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.

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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
Samsung Announces Galaxy Tab A 8.0 With 5100 mAh Battery
Following the launch of Galaxy Tab S5e and Galaxy Tab 10.1, Samsung has announced another tablet. The new tablet computer is dubbed the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 and is targeted towards the budget consumers.

Galaxy Tab A 8.0 Design and Specs

The front of the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 accommodates an 8 inch TFT display which is surrounded by thick bezels on all four sides. The display panel on the Galaxy Tab 8.0 has a resolution of 1280 x 800 px and 16:10 aspect ratio. The rear of the smartphone has an aluminium construction which houses the company branding and rear-facing camera.

In terms of weight and dimensions, the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 measures 210 x 124.4 x 8 mm and tips the scale at 345 g (Wi-Fi variant). The variant with 4G VoLTE support weighs a tad bit more at 347 g. For photography, the tablet computer features and 8 MP camera on the rear and a 2 MP camera on the front which is placed in the bezel above the display.

The Galaxy Tab A 8.0 is offered in a single storage variant which packs 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of ROM. Besides, it also supports memory expansion upto 512 GB via a microSD card. To compliment media consumption on a large screen display, the tablet computer also features dual speakers.

The Galaxy Tab A 8.0 is powered by a 5,100 mAh battery which supports 10 w charging. Connectivity options on the device include 802.11 Wi-Fi a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2 and micro USB 2.0. The Galaxy Tab A 8.0 is equipped with an Octa Core CPU which has a clock speed of 2.0 GHz.

Samsung has not revealed the exact details of the chipset on the tablet, however, past leaks claim that it is a Snapdragon 430 SoC. The price of the Galaxy Tab 8.0 is not yet revealed but is expected to be announced shortly. Going by the specs and features it will be a sub US $ 200 tablet.

Galaxy Tab A 8.0 Quick Specs
- 8-inch (1280×800) 16:10 WXGA TFT display
- Wi-Fi/LTE models
- 2.0 GHz Quad-Core Snapdragon 429 processor with Adreno 504 GPU
- 2GB RAM, 32GB internal storage, expandable up to 512GB with microSD
- Android 9.0(Pie)
- 8MP autofocus rear camera
- 2MP front-facing camera
- Accelerometer, Light Sensor
- Dimensions: 210 x 124.4 x 8mm; Weight: 345g(Wi-Fi), 347g(LTE)
- 4G ,WiFi a/b/g/n (2.4 + 5 GHz), Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.2 and GPS + GLONASS / Beidou, Micro USB
- 5100mAh battery
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All in all, the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 has a solid construction with modest specifications. Even though the device is not made purposely for gaming, the segment that it is targeted towards would mostly use it for light media consumption and web browsing. Performing day to day tasks on the tablet won’t be a fuss and if Samsung is able to price it aggressively, it could be a big hit amongst users who are looking for a budget offering or a secondary tablet.
July 6, 2019
Lenovo Cardio 2 Affordable Fitness Band Launched In India

Chinese smartphone maker, Lenovo has launched the Cardio 2 HX06H Smart Band in India expanding its wearable lineup. The key distinguishing features of the newly launch fitness band is a Heart Rate Monitor (HRM), 20-day battery backup and waterproof rating upto 50 metres.

Lenovo Cardio 2 Features and Design

The Lenovo Cardio 2 HX06H fitness band has a plastic construction with removable silicon straps. It measures 230 x 230 x 73 mm and tips the scale at 18.1 gram. The fitness band sports a 0.87 inch OLED display that has an HD ready resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels.

The Lenovo Cardio 2 HX06H is kitted with the Nordic 52832 processor which is highly power efficient. The device is powered by a 100 mAh battery which the company claims can provide a battery backup of upto 20 days. Unlike the Mi Band 3, the fitness band from Lenovo does not need a proprietary charging connector. Instead, it can be charged via the male USB A port which is concealed by the silicon strap.

The Lenovo Cardio 2 has a built in pedometer which can be used to track the number of steps taken by the wearer. It also supports sleep tracking which can be recorded and transferred to a mobile application which available for both Android and iOS platforms. Surprisingly, it also has a Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) which is a welcoming feature in its price segment.

As previously mentioned the Lenovo Cardio 2 is water resistant upto 50 metres, the user can continue wearing with while bathing or swimming. Due to its water resistance capabilities, it can even be used during sweaty workout sessions. It also has a Multi Sports Mode which allows setting different goals while performing various activities like running, cycling, walking and climbing.

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For connectivity, Lenovo Cardio 2 is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 which can be used to pair with either an Android or iOS device. The fitness tracker can also be used to display call alerts and SMS that the user would receive on their connected device. It carries a price tag of Rs 1499 and is available for purchase on Amazon.in.

July 5, 2019
Asus ROG Phone 2 Gaming Smartphone Launch Date Revealed

Its been a while since Asus was confirmed to have been working on the second iteration of ROG Phone (Republic Of Gaming). Asus ROG Phone 2 is going to be the latest device in the gaming smartphone lineup from the company. Previously, many leaks showed an uncertain launch date, but the official release has finally been revealed for the date of 23rd July.

The Taiwanese company teased an image on the Chinese social media platform Weibo. According to the teaser, date, time and venue location of the ASUS’ press conference has been officially revealed. Notably, Tencent Games will be in collaboration, known for its massively popular multiplayer title, PUBG Mobile. It is expected that the company will showcase other gaming related peripherals which will also be available alongside the Asus ROG Phone 2.

Asus will probably be seen flaunting its smooth 120Hz display on its upcoming gaming flagship; a noticeable jump over last gens 90Hz screen. ROG Phone 2 is expected to run an optimized version of PUBG Mobile to fully utilize the 120Hz panel, which is twice the refresh rate found on traditional smartphones. The device was recently reported to have received the 3C Certification in China which also revealed a 30W charger being planned for the device. It will be the second brand after Razer and its Razer Phone lineup to feature such a high refresh rate display panel on its smartphone.

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Asus ROG Phone 2 is expected to feature top-end specs similar to its predecessor. It will likely sport at least 6GB of RAM alongside 128GB of ROM run by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 855 SoC. The upcoming smartphone will be unveiled in China on 23rd July, however, its pricing is still unknown. It will be a great addition to the gaming lineup of smartphones from the company and in the market for gaming enthusiasts.

July 5, 2019
PUBG Lite PC Released In India
PlayerUnknown’s Battleground or PUBG is a popular game that brought the battle royale genre to mainstream media. Unfortunately, many players were barred by the cost of entry of a AAA title which also required a capable PC to run it on. Hence, PUBG Corp has now introduced PUBG Lite, a toned down free to play version of the game for PC.

Prior to PUBG, games such as H1Z1 and ARMA had been in successful in the same genre without widespread media acclaim. The game took the gaming community by storm and had soon become one of the highest played game in the world, especially Steam. Many loyal fans have waited for months since the initial announcement to try out PUBG Lite in India. However, the game was only initially launched in Thailand, soon followed by Brazil, Turkey and Bangladesh, as an open beta.

Steps To Download

The company has announced the inclusion of India in the open beta through its official Facebook page with a 4th July date of release. For those interested follow the steps below to download PUBG Lite:
- Users need to visit the official site of PUBG Lite.
- Download the game launcher from the website.
- Install PUBG Lite launcher and start it. Clicking on the install option will give users access to the beta version of the game.
Minimum PC Requirements
- CPU: Intel Core i3 2.4GHz processor
- Memory: 4GB of RAM
- HDD: 4GB of storage
- GPU: Intel HD Graphics 4000
- OS: Windows 7, 8 and 10 64 Bit
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PUBG Lite was made following the massively successful formula of the free to play mobile port of the PC game named PUBG Mobile. The game holds great potential for the company if it achieves success similar to the aforementioned mobile title. Users that had registered for the game early on will receive extra goodies in the form of in-game cosmetics. These include Tiger-finish M416 skin, and a Cheetah pattern parachute skin. Stay tuned for more updates and hands-on with the game.
July 4, 2019
Xiaomi Redmi 7A Launched In India
In the Q2 of 2019, Xioami launched the budget oriented Redmi 7A smartphone in China. Two months after its Chinese debut, the handset has been announced for the Indian market. The newly launched smartphone competes against the likes of the Samsung Galaxy M10 and the Nokia 2.2 which are one of the best selling devices in this segment.

Redmi 7A

The Redmi 7A is a slightly toned down variant of the Redmi 7 which was launched in the month of March. It is an entry-level handset from Xiaomi and will succeed the Redmi 6A from 2018. The predecessor was well received in India and the latest iteration seeks to capture the same glory. It features a 5.45-inch HD+ display with a resolution of 1440 x 720px with an 18:9 aspect ratio. The left and right bezels around the display are quite thin while the top and bottom bezels are comparatively chunkier.

Under the hood, the Redmi 7A runs on the 12nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SoC. It is an octa-core CPU with Adreno 505 GPU. The latest budget device features a 12MP Sony IMX486 camera sensor on the rear which has a large pixel size of 1.25 ultra micron. The selfie shooter is a modest 5MP sensor presented on the top of the display. The handset will be available in the following configurations.
- 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM
- 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM
Xiaomi Redmi 7A is powered by a large 4,000mAh battery that is charged via a 10W charger. Furthermore, the device has a 2+1 card slot, meaning it can simultaneously support two SIMs alongside a microSD card for expandable storage up to 256GB. The smartphone runs on the MIUI 10 which is based on Android 9 Pie.

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Pricing & Availability

Xiaomi Redmi 7A is offered in two configurations with different prices and in 3 different colours, namely Matte Black, Matte Blue and Matte Gold. The first variant with 2GB+16GB will be sold for INR 5,999 while the later version with 2GB+32GB will be available for INR 6,199. The Chinese manufacturer has also announced an offer that lasts till the end of July where all Redmi 7A purchased will cost INR 200 lower than the actual price. Sale of the device will start from 11th July 2019 and will initially be available on Flipkart, Mi official website and later every affiliated offline store. To sum it up, the latest budget device will be a worthy contender in its price bracket in India.
July 4, 2019
Lenovo Z6 With Snapdragon 730 Launched
Earlier this year, Lenovo launched the high-end Z6 Pro flagship smartphone which is packed with top tier specifications. In order to provide a similar experience to the mid-range segment, the Lenovo has launched the Z6 which is a watered-down variant of the flagship handset. Nevertheless, the device is loaded with features and is offered at a lucrative price.

Lenovo Z6 Quick Specs
- Display: 6.39 inch OLED, 2340 x 1080 px
- Battery: 4,000 mAh, 15W fast
- Front Camera: 16 MP
- Rear Camera: 24 MP, 8 MP, 5 MP
- Connectivity Options: Bluetooth 5, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, USB Type C, 4G VoLTE
- Storage: 6 GB + 64 GB, expandable upto 512 GB
- Security: Under Display Fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock, Pattern Lock
Lenovo Z6 Design and Features

The Lenovo Z6 has an appealing design with a narrow bezel display on the front and a glossy back with a gradient colour. On the front of the device sits a 6.39 inch OLED display that has an impressive screen to body ratio 93.1 per cent. Noteworthy, the display on the device is even capable of playing HDR10 content which is usually observed on flagship devices like the Galaxy S10.

Besides, the display also features an under display fingerprint sensor and a water drop notch up top which houses the 16 MP selfie camera. The rear panel of the Lenovo Z6 is occupied by the company branding and triple camera setup which is comprised of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 24 MP sensor, an 8 MP sensor and a 5 MP sensor along with an LED flash.

The Lenovo Z6 is kitted Snapdragon 730 SoC which is also found on devices like the Redmi K20 aka Mi 9T. The chipset consists of an Octa-Core CPU and the Adreno 618 GPU. The handset is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery which supports 15 W fast charging. It runs on the latest Android 9 Pie which is skinned with ZUI.

Connectivity options on the Lenovo Z6 include Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, GPS, 4G VoLTE and a bottom mounted USB Type C port. Another notable feature of the device is the presence of a ThinkPad Roll Cage. Readers who do not know, ThinkPad is a lineup of business grade laptops manufactured by Lenovo which are recognised for their durability and longevity.

In terms of storage, the device is currently offered in a single storage variant for which the price is as follows:
- 6 GB + 64 GB: CNY 1,899 (around Rs 19,000)
Besides the aforementioned storage variant, the Lenovo Z6 is expected to be launched in high storage capacities as well which may be revealed later.

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To sum it up, the Lenovo Z6 seems like a capable device which has been priced aggressively. The device is currently limited to China only, but the company may launch it in India as well in the coming future. And if this turns out true, the device will undoubtedly give the upcoming K20 a run for its money which is expected to launch on 17th of July in the country.
July 4, 2019
PUBG Lite PC Releases In India On 4th July With Hindi Support
PlayerUnknown’s Battleground or PUBG is currently one of the most popular multiplayer game title. The battle royale genre of shooter had taken the world by storm with PUBG at its forefront. In India, the game took off with its mobile port in the form of the free-to-play PUBG Mobile. However, many players still faced various barriers to the original experience. Some players couldn’t afford the game while others had PCs that couldn’t run it. The successful formula of free cost of entry with easier accessibility (as seen in PUBG Mobile) has now led to the creation of PUBG Lite.

PUBG Lite is a free to play version of the original battle royale shooter from PUBG Corp. The differences do not end there as the Lite version carries toned down graphical fidelity to improve performance in non-gaming/low-end PCs and laptops. The game had initially launched as Open Beta in Thailand and soon spread to other nations like Brazil, Turkey and Bangladesh. Noteworthy, a Lite version of PUBG Mobile is also being worked on, however, an Indian launch is currently unconfirmed.

Minimum Hardware Requirements
- CPU: Intel Core i3 2.4GHz processor
- Memory: 4GB of RAM
- HDD: 4GB of storage
- GPU: Intel HD Graphics 4000
- OS: Windows 7, 8 and 10 64 Bit
Availability & Support

The long-awaited looter shooter has finally received a release date. PUBG Lite can be downloaded and played from the 4th of July. The closed beta registrations had opened in India a month prior. Additionally, the official Indian servers will be released on the aforementioned date. The information arrives after PUBG Lite’s Facebook page shared the information online. One of the noteworthy additions to this game is its inclusion of the Hindi language option for its Indian audiences. Countries including Afghanistan, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka will also receive the same launch date.

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PUBG Lite has great potential to have a positive impact on the Indian gaming community. A good free-to-play title is rare and new additions will always be positively received in the country. It will most likely be a success globally just like its graphically intensive original paid version. Stay tuned for more updates and hands on with the game.
July 3, 2019