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  • Redmi Note 7, Note 7 Pro Key Specs Leaked; India Launch On February 28

    Redmi Note 7, Note 7 Pro Key Specs Leaked; India Launch On February 28

    Xiaomi has been teasing what could be one of the most anticipated budget devices in India, the Redmi Note 7 and the Redmi Note 7 Pro. The Redmi Note 7 was the first device by the brand after it separated to become an independent brand. Xiaomi has since then, released teasers and has confirmed that the smartphone will be launched in India on February 28. Fresh reports suggest that the elder sibling, the Redmi Note 7 Pro will also make an appearance at the event. 

    Redmi Note 7 

    Redmi Note 7 will be the new budget offering by the Chinese manufacturer. The device is expected to have an identical design to its namesake launched in China in January. It will have a glass sandwich design with a polycarbonate frame. The smartphone will feature a 6.4 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. With an edge to edge display, it will have minimal bezels and a waterdrop notch up top. There is also a fingerprint sensor and an attractive gradient colour scheme on the back of the device.

    The Redmi Note 7, unlike the one released in China, will reportedly run on the Snapdragon 636 SoC which is manufactured using a 14nm fabrication process. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and an Adreno 509 GPU. Interestingly, this processor has been present in the last year’s Redmi Note 5 Pro and the Redmi Note 6 Pro. The device will also differ in the optics department from its Chinese counterpart. The dual rear camera setup consists of a 12MP f/2.2 sensor and a 5MP f/2.4 depth sensor for portrait mode. For selfies, the smartphone will have a 13MP camera placed in the notch on the top of the display.

    The Redmi Note 7 will be powered by a 4000mAh battery with support for fast charging. It will be available in Black, Blue and Red colour options in India. In terms of memory and storage, it will be available in two variants which are as follows:

    • 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM
    • 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
    Redmi Note 7 Pro

    As the name suggests, the Redmi Note 7 Pro will be an upgraded version of the Redmi Note 7, with significant improvements in the performance and optics department. Notably, this device will be the rebranded version of the Chinese Redmi Note 7. It will feature the same design as the device, complete with glass on the front and the back and a gradient pattern on the rear panel. It will have a 6.3 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. The device will also feature a waterdrop notch on the front. 

    Like the Redmi Note 7 in China, the Indian version of the Note 7 Pro will run on the Snapdragon 660 SoC which is manufactured using a 14nm fabrication process. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and an Adreno 512 GPU. In terms of the optics, the smartphone will feature a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 48MP f/1.8 Samsung ISOCELL GM-1 sensor combined with a 5MP f/2.4 depth sensor for portrait mode shots. Like the Indian version of the Redmi Note 7, the elder sibling will also have a 13MP selfie camera housed in the notch on the top of the display.

    The Redmi Note 7 Pro, like the regular variant, will be powered by a 4000mAh battery with support for fast charging via the bottom mounted USB Type-C port. It will be available in Black, Gradient Blue and Gradient Red colour options in India. For memory and storage, the smartphone will be available in two variants:

    • 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
    • 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    Pricing & Availability

    Also read: Samsung Announces The Galaxy A30 And A50 At MWC 2019

    The Redmi Note 7 and the Redmi Note 7 Pro will be launched in India on February 28 and are expected to go on sale soon afterwards. The reported prices of both devices are mentioned below:

      Redmi Note 7 Redmi Note 7 Pro
    3GB + 32GB   Rs. 9,999  –
    4GB + 64GB  Rs. 11,999  Rs. 13,999
    6GB + 128GB  –  Rs. 16,999
  • Sony Xperia 10 & Xperia 10 Plus With Unconventionally Tall Display Leak

    Sony Xperia 10 & Xperia 10 Plus With Unconventionally Tall Display Leak

    Sony is all set to showcase its newest range of smartphones at the MWC (Mobile World Congress) 2019. Amidst all this, the specifications of the upcoming Sony Xperia 10 and Xperia 10 Plus were leaked via the Google Play Console. The leaked specs confirm prior rumours surrounding the devices.

    Xperia 10 Leaks

    As per the leaked specs list revealed by sources, the Xperia 10 will run on the 14nm Qualcomm Snapdragon SDM630, which consists of the 64 bit 8x ARM Cortex A53 CPU clocked at 2.2 GHz.  It is paired with the Qualcomm Adreno 508 GPU. The list also shows that the display of the smartphone will have a screen density of 480 DPI and exhibit a resolution of 2520 x 1080 px with a 21:9 aspect ratio.

    Leaks also show that the Xperia 10 will run on the Android 9 (SDK 28). No information is available regarding the storage yet, but the leaked specs inform that the device will have 3 GB of RAM. The handset is expected to feature a dual primary camera setup with a combination of 13MP+5MP sensors. It may also be equipped with an 8MP front facing camera. The device will reportedly be powered by a 2870 mAh battery with fast charging support.

    Xperia 10 Plus Leaks

    The leaked list also reveals some key specifications about the Xperia 10’s elder sibling, the Xperia 10 Plus. As per sources, it will run on the 14nm Qualcomm Snapdragon SDM 636 chipset. The chipset comprises of the Kryo 260 octa-core CPU, with four cores clocked at 1.8 GHz and the rest of the cores clocked at 1.6 GHz. The SoC also packs the Adreno 509 GPU. The smartphone’s screen will have the same resolution and aspect ratio as the Xperia 10. 

    As per the leaks, the Xperia 10 Plus will also run on the Android 9. The device will reportedly have 4 GB of RAM, with no details regarding the storage options. It may be equipped with a dual (12MP+8MP) camera module on the back, with an 8MP selfie camera. A 3,000 mAh battery may power the device.

    Availability

    Also Read: Notchless OnePlus 7 Leaks In The Wild

    Sony hasn’t made an official announcement regarding the release date of the Xperia 10 and 10 Plus. Previously, it was speculated that Sony might release these devices at the MWC 2019. But reports say that the launch date has been postponed to somewhere in the near future. Either way, the devices may make an entry in the sub-25k segment.

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  • Apple Will Use 5nm Processors For iPhones Starting 2020

    Apple Will Use 5nm Processors For iPhones Starting 2020

    Apple is best known for making premium smartphones which offer top of the charts performance. Though many other OEM’s have taken a lead in the design and optics department, none of them has even come close to the processing power Apple’s A-series of SoC’s have. Its latest chipset, the Apple A12 is reported to be a full generation ahead of Qualcomm and Huawei’s offering, the Snapdragon 855 and the Kirin 980 respectively. Fresh reports state that Apple is planning to use 5nm processors in iPhones starting the year 2020.

    Apple’s 5nm Processors

    Reports state that Apple’s chipset supplier, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company(TSMC) will announce its 5nm fabrication process in a few days. The event will take place on February 25 at the Mobile World Congress(MWC) in Barcelona. Apple will reportedly soon place an order for the manufacturing of 5nm chipsets which will be used in the 2020 iPhones. This chipset is expected to be called the A14 Bionic and would support 5G and enhanced machine learning capabilities.

    Apple’s new 5nm chipsets will be made using a new technology called Extreme Ultraviolet Lithography, developed by TSMC. This technology would allow the company to pack more transistors in a confined space, making the chip smaller. This would then result in increased performance and efficiency of the new smartphones. TSMC claims that it will be able to mass produce these chipsets by 2020, confirming the reports. There were also reports claiming Apple would release a 5G iPhone next year. This device is expected to have an Intel modem to support the new communication standard.

    Also read: Huawei’s Foldable Phone, The ‘Mate X’ Leaks

    Apple was one of the first company’s to unveil a 7nm chipset, the A12 Bionic in 2018; when they announced the current generation of iPhones . Other chipset manufacturers, like Qualcomm and Huawei also started manufacturing SoC’s using the 7nm fabrication process; but their products weren’t at par with Apple’s offering. In almost all the benchmarks, the Apple A12 Bionic has the Kirin 980 and the Snapdragon 855 beat. Unlike Apple, the competition isn’t likely to switch to 5nm chipsets as soon as next year, so they may release devices with 5nm chips in or after the year 2021.

  • Huawei’s Foldable Phone, The ‘Mate X’ Leaks

    Huawei’s Foldable Phone, The ‘Mate X’ Leaks

    Samsung surprised the world on February 20 when it unveiled the Galaxy Fold, its first foldable smartphone. Some other OEM’s like Huawei and Nubia, have already promised to show off a foldable device at the Mobile World Congress(MWC) 2019 in Barcelona. The foldable phone from Huawei has been teased for a while but no official details about the device were available. A fresh leak has revealed the design and the name of the device. The foldable smartphone from Huawei will be called the Mate X.

    Huawei Mate X

    The Mate X will be the first foldable smartphone from the Chinese electronics giant Huawei. The leaked image shows workers setting up an outdoor advertisement of the device which reveals it in its entirety and affirms it will be the ‘World’s first foldable 5G phone’. The image also exposes the design of the device, which looks futuristic with a large screen that has an outward fold. The fold will split the screen into two, disabling the second screen and making the first screen work as a regular smartphone. Interestingly, this approach will be unlike Samsung’s, which put two screens in its foldable smartphone the Galaxy Fold, and has an inward fold. 

    The Mate X from the image looks similar to the Royole FlexPai, which was the world’s first commercially available foldable smartphone. The Huawei device will also have a triple camera setup and a side mounted fingerprint scanner. The display housing will be present on the left side of the device, where the screen will rest when folded completely. The smartphone will reportedly run on the Kirin 980 SoC which is manufactured using the 7nm fabrication process, has an Octa-core CPU and a Mali-G76 GPU. 

    Also read: DxOMark Ranks Xiaomi Mi 9 As The Best Video Shooter, Samsung Galaxy S10+ Best For Selfies

    Unfortunately, details about the pricing of the Mate X foldable smartphone aren’t known yet. Huawei will reveal the device on February 24 at MWC in Barcelona. Reports suggest that the smartphone will be priced at US $1500(around Rs 1,06,000).

  • Vivo Roadmap Reveals New Smartphone Models

    Vivo Roadmap Reveals New Smartphone Models

    After introducing the V15 Pro, Vivo has registered trademark applications which indicate that the company is prepping for the launch of new smartphone models. A total of 14 applications were submitted to the EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office) under the description ‘smartphones; mobile phones’. Although there is no official information regarding the devices, we might see the new range of Vivo handsets being unveiled in the not-so-distant future.

    Vivo X Series Smartphones

    The X series will include high-end smartphones from Vivo. Last year, Vivo X21 became the world’s first device with an in-display fingerprint scanner. The device will probably be followed by the X31 by March 2019. Trademark requests for the Vivo X35 and the X37 were also filed, but it is too soon to expect their launch.

    Given below are the trademark requests for the devices

    Vivo V Series Smartphones

    The mid-budget segment of the market will be targeted by the V series of Vivo smartphones. The latest device from this series was the Vivo V15 Pro, which was launched on February 20 and sports a pop-up selfie camera. As of now, there are speculations that all the smartphones may not launch in this year itself. In fact, the lineup looks like a roadmap for the next year.

    The trademark requests for the handsets can be checked out below

    Vivo Y Series Smartphones

    Also Read: Vivo V15 Pro Unboxing And Hands-On

    The most budget-aggressive smartphones from Vivo will be placed in the Y series. The Chinese smartphone manufacturer released the Vivo Y93 in November 2018, but the new series info released shows that the names of the devices will be changed. They will be priced inexpensively as compared to their counterparts.

    Find out more about the trademark requests below

  • Notchless OnePlus 7 Leaks In The Wild

    Notchless OnePlus 7 Leaks In The Wild

    OnePlus is a Shenzhen based smartphone manufacturer that came into existence in the year 2013. Albeit it is a budding company in contrast to competitors like Apple and Samsung, it has made its mark in the heavily crowded smartphone industry. Late last year the company launched the OnePlus 6T smartphone which has received a warm welcome globally. For the past three years, the company has been launching two smartphones each year. Accordingly, the company will launch the OnePlus 7 smartphone before the Q2 of 2019 ends. The first renders of the upcoming smartphone were leaked weeks after the launch of OnePlus 6T. Freshly leaked live images suggest that the future smartphone will be a big leap forward from the current device.

    OnePlus 7 Leak

    https://twitter.com/Steven_Sbw/status/1097856863620583425

    The live images of OnePlus 7 were leaked on Twitter which reveals a smartphone with a notch less display and minimal bezels. Certainly, the device posing in the image is a OnePlus smartphone as the signature OnePlus icons are clearly visible on its screen. Noteworthy, the alleged OnePlus 7 smartphone does not have a notch display to accommodate the front facing selfie camera. The images shared on Twitter were captured in an improperly lit environment. Therefore, it is hard to make out what the device exactly looks like. Past leaks have claimed that the OnePlus 7 smartphone will have a sliding display like the Mi Mix 3 which has concealed selfie camera and ambient light sensor. 

    Expectations and Launch Date 

    • Upgraded Chipset- The OnePlus 7 is expected to feature the latest chipset from Qualcomm which is the Snapdragon 855. The SoC consists of an Octa-Core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU. 
    • Larger Display- Although the OnePlus 6T sports a 6.41 inch display which is one of the largest on flagship smartphones, its successor the OnePlus 7 is plausible to have an even larger display.
    • Larger Battery- The OnePlus 6T is powered by a 3700 mAh battery which was bumped by 400 mAh from the OnePlus 6‘s 3300 mAh. The upcoming OnePlus 7 is likely to pack a larger size battery as its competitors like Huawei Mate 20 Pro and Galaxy S10 Plus have a battery larger than 4,000 mAh.
    • Faster Charging Support- The regular variant of the OnePlus 6T supports 20 watts Dash charge. While the limited McLaren edition OnePlus 6T supports 30 watt Warp charge. Accordingly, OnePlus 7 is also expected to feature faster charging Warp charge. 

    Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+ India Price Revealed

    OnePlus has not announced the launch date of the OnePlus 7 smartphone. Going by the past OnePlus launch cycles, the upcoming device will launch sometime in the month of May or June this year.

  • Samsung Galaxy A10, A30 and A50 Images Leak Online

    Samsung Galaxy A10, A30 and A50 Images Leak Online

    Samsung is expected to launch new members in its Galaxy A lineup of smartphones in India. As reported previously, the specifications of the three devices in the lineup were leaked online. Images of what looks like the retail packaging of the A10, A30 and A50 have been shared on Twitter before their official launch. While the image in itself is not very clear, they surely confirm some speculations about the much-awaited devices. 

    Samsung Galaxy A10

    The Samsung Galaxy A10 will have a plastic body, and will feature a 6.2 inch Infinity-V display with HD+ resolution. The smartphone will pack the Exynos 7884B SoC with an octa-core CPU clocked at 1.6 GHz. It has a 13 MP primary camera and a 5 MP selfie camera. In terms of memory, the handset will launch with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage, with expandable memory up to 512 GB.

    As per the leaked image, the Samsung Galaxy A10 has no visible fingerprint scanner whereas the ‘more feature-loaded’ Galaxy A30 has a rear mounted fingerprint scanner. This makes it highly probable that the Galaxy A10 will not have any biometric security options. Instead, it will rely on Face unlock and older unlocking mechanisms like pattern unlocking and PIN. The smartphone will feature dual SIM card slots, with a dedicated microSD card slot. It will be powered by a 4,000 mAh battery, which can be charged via the bottom mounted micro USB port. The handset will be launched in two colour options, Black and Gold.

    Samsung Galaxy A30

    The Samsung Galaxy A30 will have a glossy plastic body. The smartphone will feature a 6.4 inch Super AMOLED, Infinity-U display with a full HD+ resolution. Apart from that, the screen of the Galaxy A30 will also have the ‘Always-On’ feature. As the name suggests, this feature keeps the screen awake for displaying notifications like messages and missed call alerts. The smartphone will run on the 14nm Exynos 7904 chipset with a 1.8 GHz octa-core processor and the Mali-G71 MP2 GPU. The Galaxy A30 will be equipped with a 16 MP (f/1.9) primary sensor with a secondary 5 MP (f/2.2) ultra wide sensor. It will also have a front facing 16 MP (f/1.9) camera. Furthermore, the Galaxy A30 will have a plethora of other features such as AR Stickers, Background Blur and Pro Lighting.

    The Samsung Galaxy A30 will feature a similar dual SIM card slot to the Galaxy A10. It will pack a 4,000 mAh battery with 15 W fast charging support. Unlike the Galaxy A10, the A30 will have a USB Type C port. The leaked image exhibits a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner on the device. The Galaxy A30 will be launched in two variants, a 3GB + 32GB variant and a 4GB + 64GB variant. The smartphone will support expandable memory up to 512 GB via microSD card. The Samsung Galaxy A30 will be available in 3 colours options which are as follows:

    • Black
    • Blue
    • White
    Samsung Galaxy A50

    The Samsung Galaxy A50 will be the most feature laden smartphone out of the three upcoming devices. The smartphone’s highlighting feature is an in-display fingerprint scanner which is slowly becoming the industry standard for premium smartphones. The device will run on the Exynos 9610 chipset which consists of an octa-core CPU and the Mali-G72 MP3 GPU.

    Also Read: Xiaomi Launches The Mi 9 In China

    The A50 will sport a triple camera module at the back with a front facing 25 MP (f/2.0) camera. The rear camera module will include a 25MP main sensor with f/1.7 aperture, a 5MP depth sensor, and an 8MP fixed-focus ultra-wide camera with f/2.4 aperture. The smartphone will be available in two different configurations, a 4GB+64GB version and a 6GB+128GB variant.

  • Huawei P30 Pro Confirmed To Have Quad Camera Setup, Specs & Launch Date

    Huawei P30 Pro Confirmed To Have Quad Camera Setup, Specs & Launch Date

     

    Huawei launched the Mate 20 Pro last year, and the triple rear camera of the smartphone was highly commended by its users. Huawei is stepping up their camera performance with their next flagship, the Huawei P30. Leaked camera samples from the smartphone have confirmed that the device will have a Quad Camera setup with extraordinary zooming capabilities.

    Huawei P30 Specifications

    The P30 will help Huawei to establish a foothold in the premium smartphone segment this year. For the same reason, the handset is expected to offer top-of-the-line specifications in the market. Leaked renders suggest that the P30 will feature a glass-sandwich design. The smartphone will reportedly have a waterdrop-style notch and have a high screen-to-body ratio. Renders also show the presence of a 3.5 mm headphone jack on the device, which is an appreciable add-on from the Huawei P20. Like its predecessor, the device may have a similar gradient pattern on the back.
    The Huawei P30 will supposedly run on the latest 7 nm HiSillicon Kirin 980 SoC, which features an octa-core processor and the Mali G76 GPU. Furthermore, a ‘pro’ version of the smartphone is also expected to be launched at the same event. The Huawei devices will reportedly have up to 8GB RAM and up to 256 GB of Internal storage.

    The camera will undoubtedly be the highlight of the Huawei P30, because the Chinese company has already proved its capabilities with the Mate 20 Pro. The leaked images suggest that the Huawei P30 Pro will boast of a quad camera set up at the back, whereas the P30 will have a triple camera module. Although the specifications of the camera sensors are not available yet, both the devices are expected to feature a 40MP primary camera sensor. As reported previously, the second and the third camera will be the 3x optical zoom sensor and the ultra wide angle sensor respectively. The announcement video of the smartphone shows that the P30 will support 5x lossless zoom. As of now, the purpose of the fourth camera sensor in the P30 Pro is not clear, but it may be either a monochrome sensor or a depth sensor. Both the P30 and P30 pro will reportedly have a single 24MP front camera sensor.

    Also Read: Vivo V15 Pro With Pop-Up Selfie Camera Launched In India

    Huawei has already announced the venue and the launch date for the highly-anticipated P30. Any new developments regarding the smartphones will be updated as they arrive in the upcoming weeks.

  • Android To Replace The Back Navigation Button With Gestures In Android Q

    Android To Replace The Back Navigation Button With Gestures In Android Q

    The latest version of Google’s mobile operating system, Android 9 Pie was launched in August last year. The version included many changes in UI and introduced the long-awaited navigation gestures. The navigation gestures saw the removal of the multitasking navigation button from Android OS and instead it relied on just the ‘pill’ style navigation.

    Android One Android Go Stock AndroidThe back navigation button was still present on the OS and made an appearance whenever in an application. This half-baked approach turned out to be polarising with many people ending up liking the change; and many people straight-up hating it. Recent reports suggest Android will let go of the back navigation button completely and instead rely upon gestures in the upcoming Android Q.

    Android Q Gestures

    A device running a leaked version of Android Q revealed that Google may be planning to forego the back navigation button entirely in favour of one pill navigation. This would allow the users to go back with a single left swipe on the home ‘pill style’ button. This is expected to make Android easier to navigate and more intuitive. Notably, Google was inspired by Apple when it introduced gestures with the latest generation of Android. 

    Android Pie Android 9 Google

    Going by the release schedule Google follows while releasing the developer preview of the devices, the first developer preview of Android Q is expected to be out in a few weeks. It is, however not expected to introduce new gestures with the initial release. Google may wait for the second developer preview to reveal them, which will see the light of the day at the Google I/O 2019, a developer conference scheduled for the month of May. The new version of Android is also expected to bring in changes like a native dark mode, smoother transition animations, revamped app permissions and a new desktop mode. Earlier reports also claimed that Android Q may also support FaceID like face authentication.

    Also read: Sony Teases The Launch Of Xperia XZ4 In The New Teaser Video

    The new gestures that are speculated to arrive with the new version of Android, seem like a step in the positive direction for the operating system. The final, stable build of Android Q is expected to be out in August. It will be when Google also uncovers what desert this generation will be called.

  • Huawei Confirms It Will Launch The P30 On March 26

    Huawei Confirms It Will Launch The P30 On March 26

    Huawei launched its current flagship device, the Mate 20 Pro late last year. The smartphone received raving reviews for its commendable performance and innovative camera capabilities. Seems like Huawei is looking to step up their game with their new flagship, the Huawei P30. Reports and leaks of which have been widespread for a few weeks. In a freshly shared Tweet, the company has announced the launch date and venue of the anticipated device.

    The tweet reads “Rules were made to be rewritten. Paris, 26.03.2019”. The hashtag used in the tweet confirms that the device the company is planning to launch at the event is indeed the P30. The video shared also shows off what seems like the lossless zoom feature of the device. The device will be unveiled in Paris on March 26.

    Huawei P30 Specifications

    The P30 will be Huawei’s next flagship for most of 2019, so it is expected to offer top-tier specifications. According to the leaked images of the device, it will feature a glass-sandwich design with high screen-to-body ratio display that has a waterdrop style notch up top. The smartphone may feature a gradient back similar to the Mate 20 Pro. A surprising addition to the smartphone in the renders is the revival of the headphone jack as Huawei previously removed the headphone jack from the P20. The smartphone is expected to pack the latest HiSillicon Kirin 980 SoC which is also present on the Mate 20 Pro. The chipset is based on 7 nm architecture and comprises of an Octa-Core CPU and Mali G76 GPU.  A Pro variant of the smartphone is also assumed which will feature better optics. Both the smartphones may have up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of Internal Storage.

    The notable feature of the smartphone will be its camera performance. The P series by Huawei is known for its innovative features in the cameras. According to the leaked images, the P30 will feature three rear cameras while the elder P30 Pro will have a quad rear camera setup. Unfortunately, details about the camera sensors aren’t known yet. However, both the devices are reported to feature a 40MP main camera sensor. While the second and third camera will make use of a sensor capable of 3x optical zoom and an ultra wide angle sensor. As shown in the announcement video, the smartphone will support 5x lossless zoom. The fourth lens on the Pro variant may either be a monochrome sensor as found on the P20 Pro or a depth sensor like the one present on the Samsung Galaxy A9. Both the smartphones are reported to have a 24MP selfie camera.

    Also read: Leaks Show Official Cases Arriving With The Galaxy S10 Series Of Devices

    More details about the P30 and the P30 Pro is expected to arrive in the coming weeks.

  • Qualcomm Is Designing Chipsets For Android Go Devices

    Qualcomm Is Designing Chipsets For Android Go Devices

    Qualcomm is an American chipmaker that is renowned for its Snapdragon chipsets which are mostly featured on Android smartphones. The company makes chipsets which are suited for devices in a varied price range. The company is reported to be working on a budget chipset which will be targetted towards the affordable Android GO devices. 

    What Is Android Go?

    Android Go can also be referred to as Android Lite as the applications developed for this platform are tailored for entry-level devices. More often than not, the devices that fall under this category have 512 MB to 1 GB of RAM. In terms of storage, Android Go smartphones usually have 8 GB or 16 GB of inbuilt storage. 

    Benefits  and Need Of Android Go 
    • Faster App Loading Time- The applications for Android Go platform are designed in a manner that they look up quickly on less feature rich smartphones.
    • Data Saver- Another important aspect that is kept in mind while developing apps for this platform is Data saving. Android Go smartphone users usually don’t have access to reliable high speed internet. Therefore, Android Go applications are designed to work stutter free even on a low speed internet connection.   
    • Storage Preservation- Android Go smartphones usually have 8 GB or 16 GB of inbuilt storage. Therefore the Applications developed for this platform are more or less half the size of its regular version.
    • Minimum Pre-Installed Apps- Android Go smartphones only have nine pre-installed applications some of which include Google Go, YouTube Go and Google Maps Go. Notably the applications are optimised so they work smoothly on the entry level hardware. 

    The need for Android Go arises as the penetration of smartphones in rural regions and countries booms. Civilian of these areas do not buy high end smartphones which are either due to limited income or individual choice. 

    Qualcomm QM215 Chipset

    An unreleased Qualcomm chipset, QM215 has been appearing on the company’s developer platform database for several weeks. Noteworthy, the chipset does not carry the ‘S’ prefix. Therefore, it is unlikely to be a member of the Snapdragon lineup. Not many details about the unreleased chipset are known as of now. However, reports suggest it will be comprised of a quad-core Cortex A53 CPU which has a clock frequency of 1.3 GHz. In addition to four Cortex A53 cores, it is reported to pack a GPU with 650 MHz clock frequency.

    Also Read: Leaks Show Official Cases Arriving With The Galaxy S10 Series Of Devices

    It is hard to classify the chipset due to limited information. But it could ultimately be released carrying the Qualcomm Mobil 215 platform moniker. It is also reported that smartphones featuring this chipset will compete in markets such as India, Africa and South America. 

  • Leaks Show Official Cases Arriving With The Galaxy S10 Series Of Devices

    Leaks Show Official Cases Arriving With The Galaxy S10 Series Of Devices

    Samsung is all set to launch its next generation of flagship smartphones on February 20 at the Galaxy Unpacked 2019 event. The upcoming smartphones are of significant importance for the company. As they will mark the tenth year anniversary of Galaxy S smartphones which were first launched in the year 2010. Details about the upcoming Galaxy S10 lineup have leaked so much so that Samsung only needs to confirm their price and availability. Fresh leaks state that alongside the flagship smartphones, Samsung will also unveil several cases. 

    Samsung Galaxy S10 Cases

    The Galaxy S10 lineup of accessories includes a variety of cases.  These include a flip cover that Samsung releases with its flagship smartphones every year and will have the functionality to view important information like the time and notifications. The company is also expected to release silicone cases for the devices that will be available in different colours. The images also reveal some unusual cases for the devices. This includes a case for the S10e that is riddled with holes. The case does not provide any functionality and will just be used as a cosmetic accessory for the device.

    Also read: Samsung Galaxy S10 Lineup: What To Expect On February 20?

    One notable accessory that Samsung will launch is the LED Cover for the Galaxy S10 lineup. This unconventional case will feature LED lights on the back which light up for notifications and can be used to form patterns or to set up widgets like a clock. Samsung is expected to call this an ‘Emotional LED Lighting’ which suggests that the LED might glow in different colours depending on the time of day or mood of the user. Reports suggest that the S10 series will support reverse wireless charging, so the case may take advantage of the feature to draw power. The cases are expected to debut alongside at the Galaxy Unpacked event on February 20 in San Fransisco. The price of the cases are currently unavailable and will be made public once Samsung officially announces them.

  • Samsung Galaxy S10 Lineup: What To Expect On February 20?

    Samsung Galaxy S10 Lineup: What To Expect On February 20?

    Samsung is bracing up for the launch of its 2019 flagship smartphones which will carry the Galaxy S10 branding. The upcoming devices are of significant importance for Samsung as they will mark the tenth year anniversary of the Galaxy S smartphones which were first launched in the year 2010. The company is expected to announce three smartphones in the upcoming lineup which includes the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and the Galaxy S10e.

    Galaxy S10e

    The Galaxy S10e will be the most affordable, entry-level device of the three. According to its leaked specification sheet, The smartphone sports a 5.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED HDR+, Infinity-O display with a resolution of 2280 x 1080 px. Both the front and back of the device will have Gorilla Glass 5 to protect it from scratches and drops. It will feature a side mounted fingerprint sensor that doubles up as a power button. Depending on the region, the device will be either pack the Snapdragon 855 SoC or Samsung’s own Exynos 9820 SoC. In terms of optics, the S10e will have dual cameras on the back. This dual rear camera setup comprises of a 12MP (f/1.5-2.4) sensor and another 16MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide sensor. The selfie camera will be a 10MP (f/1.9) sensor housed in the hole-punch display of the smartphone.

    Galaxy S10

    The regular S10 sits between the S10e and the more premium S10+. The device will feature a 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED HDR+, Infinity-O display with a resolution of 3040 x 1440 px. It will have Gorilla Glass 6 on both the front and rear for protection against scratches and impacts. Depending on the region, the smartphone will either pack the latest Snapdragon 855 SoC or Samsung’s own Exynos 9820 SoC. It will be the world’s first phone to have an ultrasonic In-Display fingerprint scanner and will also feature 3D face scanning technology.

     

    For photography, the Galaxy S10 will have triple rear cameras. This setup comprises of a 12MP (f/1.5-2.4) sensor combined with a 12MP (f/2.4) telephoto sensor and a third 16MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide sensor. For selfies, the device will have a 10MP (f/1.9) front-facing camera housed in the hole-punch display.

    Galaxy S10+

    As the name suggests, the Galaxy S10+ will be the most expensive and feature laden smartphone out of the S10 lineup. According to its leaked specification sheet, the handset will feature a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED HDR+, Infinity-O display that has a resolution of 3040 x 1440 px. Like the Galaxy S10, it also has front and back Gorilla Glass 6 protection. Depending on the region, the device packs the Snapdragon 855 SoC or Samsung’s own Exynos 9820 SoC. Like the S10, it will have an ultrasonic In-Display fingerprint scanner and 3D face recognition technology.

    The device will also have a triple camera set up on the back which will be the same as the Galaxy S10. The front will feature dual cameras, instead of a single one as on the Galaxy S10. These will be a combination of a 10MP (f/1.9) camera, paired with an 8MP (f/2.2) camera sensor placed in the hole-punch display of the smartphone.

    Colour Options, Price & Storage Variants

     

    The expected storage variants, pricing and the colours of the devices are as follows:

      Galaxy S10e Galaxy S10  Galaxy S10+
    Price

    6 GB + 128 GB- € 749

    8 GB +258 GB- € 799

    6 GB + 128 GB- € 899

    8 GB + 512 GB- € 1,149

    6 GB + 128 GB- € 999

    8 GB + 512 GB- € 999

    12 GB + 1 TB- € 999
    Colour Options

    Prism Black

    Prism White

    Prism Green

    Canary Yellow

     

    Prism Black

    Prism White

    Prism Green

     

     

    Prism Black

    Prism White

    Prism Green

    Luxurious Ceramic White

    Luxurious Ceramic Black
    Samsung Galaxy F

    The Galaxy F, as it’s rumoured to be called, will be an alternate flagship device for Samsung. It will reportedly feature two displays, out of which the larger inner screen uses a Super AMOLED display that has a resolution of 2152 x 1536 px. While the smaller second display measures 4.5 inch vertically and makes use of a Super AMOLED panel. It is likely to pack the latest 7nm based chipset from Qualcomm which is the Snapdragon 855 SoC. The chipset will be combined with 8GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Unfortunately, details about the cameras on the device are unknown. To achieve a thin and pocketable form factor, the device is reported to feature dual 3100 mAh batteries. The device will run on a version of Android Pie which will be optimized for foldable devices.

    Launch Date 

    Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A50 Leaks, Features An UnderDisplay Fingerprint Sensor

    The Samsung Galaxy S10 lineup along with Samsung’s first foldable smartphone is set to launch at the Galaxy Unpacked 2019 event which is set for 20 February in San Francisco, USA.

  • Apple’s Device Lineup For 2019 Leaked

    Apple’s Device Lineup For 2019 Leaked

    Each year Apple releases new versions of its devices with significant upgrades over their predecessors. The devices that generally see an update each year include the iPhones, MacBooks and iPads. According to noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is bound to have a busier 2019 than usual, with more devices planned to launch in the year than usual. This would include three iPhones, a new MacBook Pro, new iPads and a 31-inch monitor with 6K resolution.

    Mobile Devices

    According to Kuo, Apple will launch these devices over the course of the year. Like yesteryear, Apple will reportedly launch three iPhone models in the year 2019. These would have the same screen size and display types as the current iPhones. This means that two out of three iPhones will have an OLED display with a screen size of 5.8 inch and 6.5 inch. While the third iPhone will have a 6.1 inch Liquid Retina display.

    The smartphones will feature an upgraded frosted glass casing, reverse wireless charging, upgraded FaceID, larger batteries and triple rear cameras. Unfortunately, the feature distribution in the devices isn’t known but reports suggest the triple cameras will only be offered in the 5.8-inch and the 6.5-inch iPhones. Also, contrary to the reports that the new iPhones will have a Type-C port, the devices are expected to retain a lightning port in 2019.

    Computing Devices

    The 2019 iPad models are also expected to receive significant update over their predecessors. The reports suggest Apple will release two new iPad Pro models which will have upgraded processor and thinner bezels around the display. An iPad mini with an upgraded processor is also expected in 2019.

    The new MacBook Pro will be the most notable launch by Apple this year. The report claims that the company will bump the screen size of the 15-inch model to accommodate a display between 16-inches and 16.5-inches. This change suggests a decrease in bezel size around the display. Reportedly, the upcoming 13-inch MacBook Pro is will be offered with up to 32 GB of RAM storage which is an appreciable addition. As the current model maxes out at 16 GB of RAM.  

    The company is also expected to launch a brand new monitor which will feature a 31.6-inch 6K display. It may sport a Mini-LED like backlight design. The company is also expected to announce a new Mac Pro desktop computer which will have the ability to upgrade components as per the need of the user. It is likely to be launched alongside the 31.6 inch monitor with 6k resolution. 

    Wearables & More

    Talking about wearable devices, the report claims that Apple is expected to introduce the ECG function to more countries this year, along with launching a new ceramic casing design. The AirPods 2 will also be significantly different than the first generation, offering features like wireless charging and upgraded Bluetooth connectivity. The company is also expected to ship the AirPower wireless charging mat before the first half of 2019 ends. There is also the new iPod Touch that is expected, arriving this year with an updated processor.

    Also read: Galaxy S10, S10+ Leaked In Video, Prices Tipped

    With a lineup like the one above, seems like Apple has a busy year ahead of it. Unfortunately, the report doesn’t mention the launch date and the prices of the devices. But, they are expected to launch during the course of the year, with first announcements starting in the month of March.

  • Galaxy S10, S10+ Leaked In Video, Prices Tipped

    Galaxy S10, S10+ Leaked In Video, Prices Tipped

    Samsung will release its next generation of flagship smartphones on February 20. The smartphones that will launch at the event include the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and the Galaxy S10+. A freshly leaked video on Chinese social networking website Miaopai, reveals the Galaxy S10 and the S10+ in their entirety. The video also shows the Galaxy Buds that will be announced at the event.

    Galaxy S10, S10+ Leaked Video

     

    The Galaxy S10 and the S10+ video that has been leaked reveals the features and details of the devices. Most of these details were reported earlier. The S10 in the video is shown to have a 6.1-inch display. This will be a Dynamic AMOLED, Infinity-O display with a resolution of 3040 x 1440 px. While other aspects of the display remain the same for the S10+, the display size bumps up to a massive 6.4-inch. The devices have a futuristic design with thin bezels on all four sides. Both devices make use of a hole-punch display to accommodate the front-facing camera. The S10 has a single 10MP f/1.9  camera while the S10+ features dual cameras.

    The S10 and the S10 + are shown to have triple cameras at the back. This setup is comprised of a 12MP (f/1.5-2.4) camera combined with a 12MP (f/2.4) telephoto camera and a third 16MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide camera. Pleasantly, Samsung will retain the headphone jack on both handsets. The video also reveals that the S10 and the S10+ feature an Ultrasonic In-Display fingerprint scanner. The smartphones will support reverse wireless charging feature which will be called Wireless Power Share.

    The video then proceeds to show the upcoming Galaxy Buds that will be announced alongside the Galaxy S10 series. The Buds will support wireless charging and are reported to feature significant upgrades over its predecessor. All the devices in the Galaxy S10 lineup will feature either the latest Snapdragon 855 SoC from Qualcomm or the Exynos 9820 SoC by Samsung. Choice of the chipset will depend on the region the devices will be available. The S10 and the S10+ will arrive in the following storage variants:

    • 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 8GB RAM and 512GB ROM
    • 12GB RAM and 1TB ROM (S10+ exclusive)
    Galaxy S10, S10+: Pricing

    Also read: Apple Is Working On A Foldable Phone, Claims Patent

    The Galaxy S10 and the S10+ leaked pricing suggest that they will be one of the most expensive devices Samsung has ever made. The S10 will reportedly start at Rs 65,000 for the variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The version with 8GB RAM and 512GB internal storage will cost Rs 70,000. The S10+ with the above variants will cost Rs 75,000 and Rs 80,000 respectively. The version with a ceramic back, 12GB RAM and 1TB internal storage is reported to cost almost Rs 1,00,000.

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