Black Shark 3 with Qualcomm  Snapdragon 865 processor and 5G connectivity to launch on March 3

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Black Shark 3 with Qualcomm  Snapdragon 865 processor and 5G connectivity to launch on March 3

Chinese smartphone maker Black Shark is soon going to arrive with a new gaming smartphone in the market. The company will be launching its next-gen gaming device Black Shark 3 in China on March 3 that is tomorrow. The company has also collaborated with Tencent Games, the developer of the popular game PUBG. 

Tomorrow Black Shark will launch its new gaming handset in China. Black Shark 3 will be the company phone to offer 5G connectivity. Ahead of the official launch, the device has been tipped on the web which shows the smartphone is going to have a  triple camera setup on the rear panel. A famous tipster Xiaomishka has shared an image via its Twitter account that shows the handset’s rear panel. As per the leaked render the phone will have a symmetrical design along with a triple camera system, the camera set up will be placed inside a triangular frame. Facing it there is another similar triangular frame on the bottom half which carries the Tencent Games logo. In between both the triangular frames you will notice a green ‘S’ logo. The first triangular frame features triple camera sensors two above and one below them while the flash is seen just below the camera set up inside the frame. 

It is confirmed that the Black Shark 3 will be housing a 4,720mAh battery that will be supported by a 65W fast charging tech. Besides this, the upcoming smartphone will be featuring a display supporting 90Hz display along with a 270Hz touch sampling rate. Under the hood, there will be Qualcomm’s  Snapdragon 865 processor with a 5G modem coupled with LPDDR5 RAM as well as UFS 3.0 storage.

Black Shark 3
Image Courtesy: Weibo

According to a previous Weibo post by Xiaomi’s CEO, Lei Jun, Black Shark 3 will have a dual battery. He explained that the motherboard will be in the middle while the battery is placed on either side. He also claims that the 65W charger can charge up to 2780mAh battery in just 15 minutes. He also revealed that the number of battery charging cycles has also been increased and the device can also be charged with the help of a magnet on the back while playing games. 

In his post, he also confirmed that the company will also be launching the Pro variant of the Black Shark 3. This variant will pack a bigger battery that is 5000mAh. As per leaked Antutu benchmark, Black Shark 3 which comes with codename MBU-AO scored  612651 on its benchmarking app. It will run on Android 10 and will come with 12GB of RAM and 512GB storage.  

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Apple hiked the price of iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus in India

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Apple hiked the price of iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus in India

The Cupertino based company Apple has increased the price of some of its smartphones in India. The list includes the newly launched iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. To recall the iPhone 11 series was launched last year while the 8 series was launched two years back. The hike in the pricing is due to the increase in basic customs duty (BCD) rate that was announced by the Indian Government during the presentation of  Union Budget 2020 also the withdrawal of earlier exemption from basic customs duty under the Social Welfare Surcharge. However, the pricing of its other products remains the same until now. The changes in the pricing will effect from today onwards. 

iPhone 11 Series models share user’s location information with Apple even when disabled

The premium smartphone manufacturer Apple has reviewed the pricing of iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus in India. Now, iPhoen11 Pro Max can be purchased at Rs 1,11,200 for the 64GB storage variant while the  256GB variant will be available at Rs 1,25,200. The 512GB model has now been priced at Rs 1,43,200. Rs 1300 has been increased on all the variants of the iPhone 11 Pro Max. Earlier the 64GB variant was available at Rs 1,09,900 whereas the 256GB and the 512Gb storage option cost Rs 1,23,900 and Rs 1,41,900 respectively.

Similarly from now onwards iPhone 11 Pro will also show an increase of Rs 1300 on all its variants. The 64GB variant can now be purchased at Rs 1,01,200 whereas the 256GB storage option will be available at Rs  1,15,200 and the 512GB model now comes at Rs Rs 1,33,200. At the time of launch, the base model was priced at Rs 99,900 while the 256GB and 512GB storage models came with a price tag of Rs 1,13,900 and Rs 1,31,900, respectively.

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Then as well the company has also hiked the price of iPhone 8 models also. The 64Gb variant will now be available at Rs 40,500 while the 128Gb storage options now come at Rs 45,500. Earlier both the variants were priced at Rs 39,900 and Rs 44,900 for the base as well as 128GB model. Furthermore, the iPhone 8 Plus also shows an increase of Rs 700. The base model that is the 64GB storage will now be available at Rs 50,600 whereas the 128GB model now costs Rs 55,600. Earlier both the 64GB and the 128GB storage models were priced at Rs 49,900 and Rs 54,900 respectively.

The Official Apple Online Store in India reflects the revised pricing of the above-mentioned models whereas its online partners such as Flipkart and Amazon are yet to update the new pricing. However, the pricing of the iPhone 11, iPad tablets, Apple Watch and MacBook devices have not seen any changes.

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Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10 with 7,500mAh battery launched in India

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Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10 with 7,500mAh battery launched in India

The Chinese electronics brand has recently announced the launch of Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10 in India. The key highlights of the newly launched Huawei tablet include an in-built Harman Kardon quad speakers and ClariVu 5.0 Display. It comes with a Huawei M-Pen stylus supporting 2,048 levels of pressure sensitivity. Read on to know more about its pricing as well as availability.

Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10 pricing and availability

Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10 has been launched in India with a price tag of Rs 22,990 for the 4GB RAM with 64GB of storage. According to the company, the tablet will go on presale on March 6th via e-commerce websites Flipkart and Croma along with several retail outlets across India. The Notify Me button has gone live and those who are interested can register themselves at the official website. The device will be available with exclusive offers for the customers purchasing the phone during this period. 

The launch offers include 10 percent off to the buyers making the payment using Axis Bank Buzz Credit Card whereas those using Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card will be offered 5 percent cashback. The tablet will be available in a single colour option of Space Grey.

Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10

Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10 specifications

The newly launched Huawei tablet comes with a ClariVu 5.0 10.1-inch full-HD IPS multi-touch display with 1,920×1,200 pixels resolution. Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10 packs inbuilt Harman Kardon quad speakers that offer Omni-directional sound technology. The device has a smooth metallic unibody with a 2.5D curved glass edge which gives it a premium look. It is powered by HiSilicon Kirin 659 Octa-Core processor coupled with GB RAM with 64GB of storage. The internal storage is expandable and can be expanded up to 256GB using a microSD card. It runs on Android 8 and houses a 7,500mAH battery that claims to support 13 hours of video playback and is augmented with HUAWEI QuickCharge technology and comes with a 9V / 2A 18W charger. 

In terms of imaging, the tablet features an 8-megapixel rear camera and an 8-megapixel front camera for taking selfies and video calling. The Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10 is shipped with an M-Pen lite stylus that is supported by 2,048 layers of pressure sensitivity for all your work and creative needs & LTE/4G for high-speed internet connectivity. 

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Oppo Reno 3 Pro with 64MP rear camera all set to launch in India today: How to watch the live stream

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Oppo Reno 3 Pro with 64MP rear camera all set to launch in India today: How to watch the live stream

The Chinese smartphone brand Oppo is all set to launch a new smartphone in India today. The company is going to launch Oppo Reno 3 Pro in the country. To recall, prior to its Indian launch the smartphone made its debut in the Chinese market last year in December. However, the Indian variant will have some slight changes to its design as well as specifications when compared to the Chinese version. 

In the country, the handset is going to come with a dual hole-punch camera set up rather than a single cut out. Besides this, the smartphone will have a 64-megapixel primary camera. The company has been teasing the phone for a long time now. Read on to know how to watch the event live and its expected specifications as well as it’s pricing.

Oppo Reno 3 Pro expected pricing and how to watch the live stream

As said, Oppo Reno 3 is going to make its debut in India today. The company will be hosting a launch event in New Delhi, which is going to begin at 12.30 noon IST. The Oppo Reno 3 Pro launch event will be webcasted across all its social media channels as well as on YouTube. 

The price of the upcoming smartphone is still unknown, but the device will go on sale in the country via e-commerce websites Amazon, as well as Flipkart along with all the offline retailers across the country. The pricing is expected to be similar to the Chinese variant. In China, the company launched Oppo Reno 3 at CYN 3,999 that translates to Rs 40,000 for the 8GB RAM with a 128GB storage variant. Whereas the 12GB RAM with 256GB storage model is expected to be priced at CYN 4,499 that translates to Rs 45,000. It is confirmed that Oppo will be offering the phone in three colour options Aura Blue, Midnight Black and Sky White.

Oppo Reno 3 Pro expected specifications

The official specifications of Oppo Reno 3 Pro are still unknown. But according to the teasers, the device is going to flaunt a dual punch-hole selfie camera set up that will be including a 44-megapixel ultra-clear main along with a 2-megapixel depth of field lens. The set up will be supporting a dual bokeh lens for a binocular bokeh effect that will be producing sharper edges and background gradients. Additionally, it will be supporting an ultra night selfie mode with AI noise reduction, face protection feature.

On the rear, there will be a vertically aligned quad camera set up that will be consisting of a 64-megapixel ultra-clear main camera. The camera set up is aided by a 13-megapixel telephoto lens, a 2-megapixel mono lens and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens. It will come with an in-display fingerprint sensor for biometrics.

Until now the information related to the processor, battery and display is still unknown we will soon update you in our full story after Oppo Reno 3 gets officially launched.

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Samsung Galaxy A11 specification leaked on the web, to come with a 13-megapixel main camera and a 4000mAh battery

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Samsung Galaxy A11 specification leaked on the web, to come with a 13-megapixel main camera and a 4000mAh battery

The South Korean smartphone brand is still struggling to regain its number one position in the Indian handset market. The company is trying to beat its rival Chinese counterparts such as Xiaomi, Vivo and Oppo by launching new budget smartphones and by bringing new offers and deals for the buyers. The company is again gearing up to launch another new budget smartphone under its A series of smartphones. Samsung Galaxy A11 has been part of the rumour mills since last year. Since last November we came across lots of rumours and leaks related to the upcoming handset. 

The company is preparing to launch Galaxy A11 very soon in the market. The device is the successor of Galaxy A10. We came across a couple of leaks with regard to the smartphone. In a new development, a report by online publisher 91Mobiles surfaced on the internet which claims that the phone is going to feature a  6.4-inch LCD and a punch-hole display to house a selfie camera. The online publisher collaborated with a leakster Ishan Agarwal to reveal few details about the smartphone. 

Samsung Galaxy A11 rear camera set up

As per the report, Samsung Galaxy A11 is going to run on One UI based on Android 10. In terms of camera capabilities, the smartphone will be sporting a triple rear camera set up that will include a 13-megapixel primary camera. The information on the other two camera sensors is still unknown. However the device will be sporting an 8-megapixel selfie camera inside the punch-hole display, Galaxy A11 is expected to be housing a 4,000mAh battery. 

In the past, the design details of the forthcoming smartphone were also leaked on the web. It is stated that the handset is going to have a polycarbonate body. On the rear, there will be a triple rear camera set up vertically placed on the top left corner of the phone. A rear-mounted fingerprint sensor was not visible which clearly indicated that there will be an in-display fingerprint sensor. The information related to the processor and RAM is still unknown but it is stated that the smartphone will be offered in 128GB storage variant.

As we already mentioned that Samsung Galaxy A11 is the successor of Galaxy A10 which was launched in the year 2019 the pricing of the upcoming smartphone will also be similar to its predecessor. It is expected to arrive under Rs 10,000 price segment in the Indian market.

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Instagram rolled out direct messaging featuring on Windows 10

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Instagram rolled out direct messaging featuring on Windows 10

The popular photo-sharing app Instagram barely offers any features on its  Web or desktop platforms. Unlike the mobile app, you are restricted to a lot of things such as you cannot upload stories nor you are allowed to direct message to anyone you follow. The Facebook-owned social media app now allows you to send direct messages via desktop. 

Instagram recently released its progressive web app (PWA) on the Microsoft Store. However, it does look like a real desktop app but it gives a feel of native Windows 10 app. The  Instagram progressive web app (PWA) is now available on the Microsoft Store as an update with version number 42.0.2.0. With the update, the company has added the direct message feature to its app that has been missing on its desktop platform for the last couple of years. The users can now finally keep up with their conversation from the web browser also.

The company last month revealed via a tweet that the Direct messaging feature to its desktop site has been under testing so that the users can read as well as reply to their messages.

As the feature is finally out the users Windows 10 will be able to find  progressive web apps on the Microsoft Store. Now the users will be able to create chats with the newly added message button. 

To recall earlier this month Instagram also released a new tool for its app in which the users will be able to know who among their following list they least interact with and whose feed is shown the most on their news feeds. This feature allows them to manage their followers on Instagram. The Facebook-owned app rolled out a new tool called “Least Interacted With” and “Most Seen in Feed.” With this tool, you can get rid of those accounts that might be spamming your feed. Also, the company now allows you to send GIFs from Giphy as stickers in your Stories. You can use the features to reply to their friends’ stories using GIFs from Giphy. 

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Realme 6 Pro spotted on Geekbench listing, Pricing of Realme 6 series revealed ahead of the official launch

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Realme 6 Pro spotted on Geekbench listing, Pricing of Realme 6 series revealed ahead of the official launch

Realme is gearing up to launch the Realme 6 series in India next week on March 5th. The coming is going to bring two smartphones under the series Realme 6 and Realme 6 Pro.  Alongside the smartphone, the company will also be entering into the smart wearables business. The company will be unveiling its first fitness band at the same event. Ahead of the official launch, the top-notch variant that is Realme 6 Pro has been spotted on Geekbench. The listing revealed some of the key details of the upcoming smartphone.

According to a Geekbench listing Realme, 6 Pro has been spotted with model number RMX2061. As per the listing, it is believed that the device is going to employ 1.8Ghz Qualcomm octa-core processor clubbed with 8GB of RAM however the listings did not mention the name of the processor. But some of the reports claim that it will be powered by a Snapdragon 720G processor. The listing also revealed that the handset is going to run on Android 10 and its single-core test is 571 while the in multi-core test it scored 1676.

In the past, we also came across some of the renders of the Realme 6 Pro that hints that the smartphone is going to feature a side-mounted fingerprint sensor that we have seen on the just-launched Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. The device will come with a gradient finish on the rear panel and the company is expected to offer the phone in three colour variants.

Separately, The pricing of both Realme 6 and Realme 6 Pro have been leaked on the web ahead of the launch. As per a report by The Unbiased Blog, Realme 6 Pro price is going to start at Rs 13999 for the 4GB of RAM and 64GB storage variant whereas Realme 6 price will start from Rs 9,999. The pricing is much similar to its predecessor at the time of launch which os Realme 5 and Realme 5 Pro. 

There are rumours that Realme 6 Pro will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G processor whereas the standard model is expected to come equipped with MediaTek Helio G90 chipset. However, all these leaked renders and specifications are rumoured so you should wait until the smartphones get unveiled in the country. 

Realme 6 series pricing

As per official listing the Both smartphones will come with a punch-hole display. Realme 6 Pro is going to have a dual-hole punch to the house to cameras for selfies whereas Realme 6 will have a single hole punch to house a selfie camera. Moreover, both the handsets will come with a quad-camera set with a 64-megapixel primary camera, an ultra-wide lens a telephoto lens along with an ultra macro lens and the camera system will be supporting 20X zoom. The company teased that the upcoming will be featuring a Full HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate. 

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip pre-orders sold out within less than an hour in India for the second time

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip pre-orders sold out within less than an hour in India for the second time

The South Korean smartphone company launched its second generation of foldable smartphone Samsung Galaxy Z Flip globally earlier this month. After a few days, the smartphone made its way to the Indian market. The device was put on its first pre-bookings from February 20 but within minutes the smartphone went out of stock. The company then promised to open the pre-booking soon.

Now again when the device went for the pre-bookings the phones were stocked out and the company had to put a sold out message on its online store in less than an hour. Also, the leading retail outlets, who were accepting the pre-bookings for Galaxy Z Flip, have also run out of stock. The foldable phone was put on pre-order today at 11 AM.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip has earlier announced that the pre-booking will open today at 11 AM which can be done via Samsung online store and leading retail outlets against full payment for Galaxy Z Flip. In India, the company has priced the smartphone at Rs 1,09,999 for the single RAM and storage option of 8GB RAM with 256GB storage.

Those who have pre-booked the handset can avail 1-year Samsung Care+ Protection that covers 1-time screen damage protection service for inner screen and external screen at a discounted fee. The buyers also get 4 Month free YouTube premium Subscription. In addition to this, the company will also be offering free cover along with AKG headphones inside the retail box.

The company has also promised to begin delivering the pre-booked devices on March 2. Those who have pre-booked the handset via Samsung online store will be offered premium white glove delivery. The company has also started delivering the first batch of Galaxy Z Flip to those who have booked on February 20th.

In India Samsung, Galaxy Z Flip comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ chipset combined with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It features a 6.7-inch full-HD Dynamic AMOLED (Infinity Flex) display that opens and shuts horizontally. The second display comes with a 1.1-inch Super AMOLED display with 303ppi pixel density and 300×112 pixels of resolution that is on the other panel. The fingerprint sensor is provided on the side of the foldable phone. The smartphone houses a 3,300mAh battery with fast charging support and wireless PowerShare. 

In terms of camera capabilities, the handset sports a dual rear camera set up that includes a 2-megapixel wide-angle camera and a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle. On the front, the Z Flip features a 10-megapixel selfie camera.

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Vivo Z6 5G with 5,000mAh battery launched in India

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Vivo Z6 5G with 5,000mAh battery launched in India

The Chinese smartphone company has launched its 5G phone today. The company launched Vivo Z6 5G that comes with the liquid cooling technology that maintains the device’s temperature during long gaming sessions. The 5G smartphone also includes a Snapdragon 765G, quad-camera set up and a 5,000mAh battery supported by 44W charging.

Vivo Z6 5G specifications

Vivo Z6 5G has been powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor that supports 5G connectivity coupled with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 128GB UFS 2.1 storage. The device runs on  FunTouch OS 10 based on the top of Android 10. It comes with PC grade liquid cooling tech. The 5G smartphone features a 6.57-inch full-HD+ display with 1,080×2,400 pixel resolution along with a 20:9 aspect ratio and a 90.74 percent screen-to-body ratio. 

Vivo Z6 5G launched

In terms of photos and videos Vivo Z6 5G sports a quad rear camera setup that includes a 48-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.79 aperture and 6P lens. The camera set up further assists an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens with a 112-degree field of view and f/2.2 aperture, a 2-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The camera system is supported by various modes such as Super Night Scene 2.0, Hyper HDR, video stabilization, 4K video recording among others. On the front, it flaunts a punch hone that houses a 16-megapixel  selfie camera with f/2.48 aperture.

The handset features a rear-facing fingerprint sensor and face unlock feature for authentication. In terms of connectivity, there is dual-mode 5G support, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.1, Beidu, GLONASS, GPS, Galileo, a 3.5mm headphone jack as well as a USB Type-C port. The sensors on the phone include an accelerometer, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, compass, and gyroscope. The phone weighs 201 grams and it measures  163.99 x 75.71 x 9.16mm. 

Vivo Z6 5G pricing details

The company launched Vivo Z6 5G  at CNY 2,298 that translates to Rs 24,000 for the 6GB RAM with 128GB of storage option while the 8GB RAM with 128GB storage model comes with a price tag of CNY 2598 that translates to Rs 26,000. The device will be available in three colour variants: Ice Age, Interstellar Silver and Aurora Black. Right now the company has not revealed yet the when the smartphone is going to make its debut in India when it sub-brand iQOO and Realme have already launched their 5G phones.

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Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite 512GB variant launched in India 

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Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite 512GB variant launched in India 

Today Samsung announced the launch of another variant of Galaxy S10 Lite in India. The company launched the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite 512GB model in India. To recall in January the company launched 8GB RAM with 128GB storage variant of the smartphone. Now the company added the 512GB storage option with 8GB of RAM. The device comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, an Infinity-O Display and a 4,500mAh battery. The smartphone comes integrated with Game Booster and Performance monitor for a better gaming experience.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite pricing and details

Today Samsung launched Galaxy S10 Lite with 8GB of RAM with 512GB at Rs 44,999 in India. The buyers can avail of an additional upgrade bonus of up to Rs 5000 in exchange for their old smartphones. The device will be available in three colour variants: Prism White, Prism Black and Prism Blue. The new variant will go on sale via leading online retailers along with Samsung Opera House and Samsung e-shop from March 1st onwards. 

To recall the company also offers another storage variant of Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite in 8GB RAM and 128GB storage at Rs 39,999. This variant also comes in similar colour options.

Galaxy S10 Lite 512GB launched

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite Specifications

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite comes with a 6.7-inch full-HD+  Super AMOLED Plus Infinity-O display with 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution. The smartphone runs on One UI 2.0  based on Android 10. Under the hood, there is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor clubbed with 8GB RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. You also get an option to expand the storage via microSD card up to 1TB. It draws its power from a 4,500mAh battery supported by a 25W charger that comes inside the retail box. 

In terms of camera capabilities, Galaxy S10 Lite comes with a triple rear camera setup that consists of a 48-megapixel primary sensor with f/2.0 aperture. The camera setup is further assisted by a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera with f/2.2 aperture and a 5-megapixel macro camera with f/2.4 aperture. The smartphone includes a 32-megapixel front camera with f/2.2 aperture for taking selfies and video calls. The device also comes with Bixby (Vision, Lens Mode, Routines), Samsung Pay and Samsung Health and protected with Samsung Knox.

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Reddit CEO called TikTok a “Fundamental Parasitic App” recommends people not to install the app on their phones

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Reddit CEO called TikTok a “Fundamental Parasitic App” recommends people not to install the app on their phones

The popular video-sharing app TikTok is not only presently trending in India but it has gained equal popularity in other regions across the world. Owned by Byte-dance company, which also owned a similar app named Musical.ly have seen a phenomenal rise by gaining over 5.4 Crore users in India and globally but a new comment by an American website Reddit’s CEO has evoked a new controversy by calling the popular video app “fundamentally parasitic”.

Reddit’s CEO and co-founder Steve Huffman has passed some harsh comments on the popular video-sharing app TikTok at an event. During a panel discussion with former public policy exec Elliot Schrage and former Facebook VP of Product Sam Lessin Huffman has urged Silicon Valley startups to learn something from the app and calling it fundamentally parasitic. 

Huffman commented, “Maybe I’m going to regret this, but I can’t even get to that level of thinking with them, because I look at that app as so fundamentally parasitic, that it’s always listening, the fingerprinting technology they use is truly terrifying, and I could not bring myself to install an app like that on my phone.” According to him, the app snoops on the user’s data and he said, “I actively tell people, ‘Don’t install that spyware on your phone.”

According to a report, the CEO made the controversial statement in front of a large group of Silicon Valley investors and entrepreneurs gathered for a one-day conference called “Social 2030”. 

During the panel discussion, the Video Sharing app TikTok was the prime focus of discussion right from the beginning to the end. TikTok spokesperson said to USA Today, “These are baseless accusations made without a shred of evidence.”

TikTok has finally managed to turn up as the most-downloaded app in January 2020 leaving behind social media app WhatsApp that is owned by Facebook. The video-sharing app last year also hit 1.5 billion app downloads mark on App Store and Google Play Store and most of the downloads were made from India alone.

In January the app was to installed 7.7 million times in the US to emerge as the most-downloaded non-game app followed by Disney+ as the second most-downloaded non-game app in the US during January 2020. In India, TikTok has gained so much popularity with 277.6 million downloads in November 2019 itself as per a report.

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Oppo A31 with MediaTek Helio P35 processor launched in India: Specifications and pricing

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Oppo A31 with MediaTek Helio P35 processor launched in India: Specifications and pricing

The Chinese smartphone brand has announced the launch of its new smartphone in India. The company launched Oppo A31 in the country under the budget segment. Prior to its launch in India, the smartphone made its debut in the Indonesian market first (a few weeks back). Also, the company has relaunched the device with a fresh new design and specification that first appeared in the market in the year 2015. The Oppo A31 2020 model comes with a triple rear camera setup along with a sleek and lightweight design. Read on to know more about the newly launched device.

Oppo A31 Pricing and availability

Oppo A31 has been launched in two storage variants in India. The device has been launched here at Rs 11,490 for the 4GB RAM with a 64GB storage option, whereas the 6GB RAM with a 128GB storage model will be available at Rs 13,990. According to the company, the base model that is the 4GB RAM with 64GB storage will go on sale in the country from February 29 and the 6GB RAM with 128GB storage option will be available in the second week of March. Users can choose from two colour options: Mystery Black and Fantasy White. 

Oppo A31 launched in India

This smartphone can be purchased via Amazon, Flipkart, Tatacliq, Snapdeal, Paytm starting from February 29. The company will also be offering 5% Instant Cashback to those buyers using their YES Bank and ICICI Bank Credit Card for EMI and Non-EMI options from the onset of sale till March 31st. The EMI options will be available from Bajaj Finserv, IDFC First Bank, Home Credit, HDB Financial Services, Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank. Additionally, Jio subscribers can avail benefits worth Rs 7,050 on the purchase of Oppo A31.

Specifications

Oppo A31 comes with a 6.5-inch HD+ display with 1,600x 720 pixels of resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio along with an 83 percent screen-to-body ratio. There will be a  waterdrop notch display to house a selfie camera along with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. The smartphone will run on ColorOS 6.1.2 on top of Android 9. The device will be powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio P35 processor clubbed with up to 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage. The internal storage can be expanded by 256GB using a microSD card. It packs a 4,230mAh battery, which delivers a long battery life as claimed by the company.

For imaging, there will be a triple rear camera setup on the Oppo A31 that will consist of a 12-megapixel primary camera sensor. Further aided by a 2-megapixel depth sensor and a 2-megapixel macro lens. The smartphone has an 8-megapixel front-facing camera to capture selfies with the AI Beautification feature. 

According to the company, in order to create social media content and vlogs, the smartphone comes with the Soloop Intelligent video feature. This function identifies the video type and then gives editing and music option suggestions.

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Over 60 smartphones will come with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset soon, including Asus Zenfone 7 and ROG Phone 3

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Over 60 smartphones will come with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset soon, including Asus Zenfone 7 and ROG Phone 3

Qualcomm mobile chipsets are leaps and bounds ahead of its competition. While the largest chipmaker (Intel) struggles in the mobile arena, Mediatek is somewhat surviving in the market. In December of 2019, Qualcomm had announced the 5G ready Snapdragon 865 chipsets for mid to high-end smartphones. Many including Vivo’s iQoo and Samsung have already brought smartphones with the flagship mobile CPU by Qualcomm.

The latest news by Qualcomm is that there are over 60 smartphones getting ready to be shipped with SD 865 SoC. As said, this is the firm’s flagship processor for mobiles and is best known to easily play graphic hungry games as well as manage heavy tasks on mobiles. Out of the 60 smartphones, various companies have already decided names of at least 17 of them. Qualcomm has confirmed this and has revealed the names of some of them as well.

These range from gaming smartphones from Asus and Lenovo to high-end mobiles from Vivo and Oppo. Below is the list of unannounced Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 mobile phones that will come to a store (online or offline) near you:

  • Black Shark 3
  • Oppo Find X2
  • Lenovo Legion Gaming Phone
  • Nubia Red Magic 5G
  • Redmi K30 Pro
  • Asus ROG Phone 3
  • Vivo APEX 2020 Concept Phone
  • Asus ZenFone 7

Qualcomm has also said that over 1,700 designs in the works or in the prelim stages that are being researched on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 platform. This is good news indeed as many mobile players have picked up the latest SoC for their flagship offerings. Also, with iQoo launching it at an affordable price, we for one are waiting for OnePlus. as to see at what price will they bring the 8 series of its smartphone.

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Samsung announces new deals and offers on the pre-booking of Samsung Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra

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Samsung announces new deals and offers on the pre-booking of Samsung Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra

Earlier this month the South Korean smartphone brand Samsung launched its new Galaxy S20 series. The series includes three smartphones under the series namely Samsung Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra. The three smartphones are available for pre-registration until March 6th. In order to lure more customers the company has announced exciting new deals and offers on the purchase of any phone from the Galaxy S20 series.

Samsung Galaxy S series pricing and offers:

The company has already started taking pre-bookings for the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20 Ultra. The company will be offering Galaxy S20 in the country at Rs 66,999 whereas Galaxy S20+ will be available at Rs 73,999. The top model from the series that is Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra will come with a price tag of Rs 92,999. To pre-book a smartphone of your choice you can visit the official website of the company. 

When the company opened the pre-registration for the series at that time its launch offers included Galaxy Bud+ at Rs 2,999 on the pre-booking of the standard model. Whereas on the pre-booking of Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra the buyers can get Galaxy Buds+ at Rs 1,999. The launch offer is still available on the pre-registration of the devices. 

Galaxy S20 pre-registration

According to the company, one can get up to Rs 5000 additional discount by exchanging your old mobile phone to a new one.

The company has announced that those who book Samsung Galaxy S20 can avail Samsung Care+ (Accidental & Liquid Damage Protection) at Rs 1,999 against the original price of Rs 3,999. The company will be offering protection for your phone from any kind of accidental physical or liquid damage. This includes the front screen and covers the phone from any liquid damage for a period of one year.

In addition to this, Galaxy S20, S20+ & S20 Ultra buyers will also get a 4-month free subscription for YouTube Premium subscription free. They can also avail No Cost EMI for up to 9 months with leading bank operators. This offer can be combined with an exchange offer.

Besides this, the Reliance Jio customers will get data benefits along with one-year additional unlimited services on recharge of Rs 4,999. They will get 350GB + 350 GB high-speed data without any daily capping along with another year of Unlimited On-Net Voice and 700 GB data. 

The Airtel subscribers can avail double data benefit on recharge of Rs 298 and Rs 398 for the first 10 consecutive recharges. The Vodafone consumers will get double data benefit on the recharge of Rs 399 for the first 6 recharges with 56 days validity.

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Ahead of the launch Oppo Reno 3 Pro’s camera details and colour options revealed

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Ahead of the launch Oppo Reno 3 Pro’s camera details and colour options revealed

The Chinese smartphone company (Oppo) is gearing for the launch of a new smartphone in India next week. The company is going to launch Oppo Reno 3 Pro in the country on March 2. This time the company has chosen to go for a dual selfie camera instead of the fin-shaped pop-up selfie camera that we have already seen on the popular Reno series in the past. For quite a long time the company has been teasing the phone on its official social media channels and via TV commercials. 

Oppo has also shared some official images of the upcoming smartphone in the past. The smartphone is the successor of Oppo Reno 2 and has already been launched in China last year in December. There the company launched 2 devices under the Oppo Reno 3 series out of which the Reno 3 Pro will arrive in India but with a slightly different design.

Oppo Reno 3 Pro

The Oppo Reno 3 Pro is going to feature a dual selfie hole-punch display with a 44-megapixel main selfie camera. And now ahead of the March 2 launch the company has shared some more details of Oppo Reno 3 Pro. The firm has created a dedicated microsite for the upcoming smartphone prior to its official launch. On the microsite, the company has shared information with regards to the smartphone’s camera specifications as well as its features. 

Oppo India has also revealed the new colour variants it will be offering the new phone in. As per the promotional page, the device is going to flaunt a dual selfie camera set up that includes a 44-megapixel ultra-clear main snapper along with a 2-megapixel depth of field lens. The camera set up will come with dual bokeh lens for binocular bokeh effect, producing sharper edges and background gradients. Also, it has an ultra night selfie mode that offers AI noise reduction, face protection feature along with highlighting algorithm.

Oppo Reno 3 Pro

Next, the company has also listed the details of the rear camera set up on the dedicated page. As per the listing, Oppo Reno 3 is going to feature a quad rear camera set up which will include a 64-megapixel ultra-clear main camera. Further assisted by a 13-megapixel telephoto lens, a 2-megapixel mono lens and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens.

As said, Oppo has also shown the colour variants the device that will be made available in the country. Oppo Reno 3 will be offered in three colour options: Auroral Blue, Midnight Black and Sky White. As per the shared image, the device does not have a rear fingerprint sensor that indicated that it is going to feature an in-display sensor for authentication.

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Realme 6 and Realme 6 Pro to launch on March 5 in India, registration for blind order begin

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Realme 6 and Realme 6 Pro to launch on March 5 in India, registration for blind order begin

The Chinese Smartphone manufacturer Realme earlier this week launched its first 5G phone Realme X50 Pro in India. Now the company is all set to launch another new phone in the Indian market that is said to feature a Pro-grade camera and Pro display. The company is bringing the new series of Realme 6 in the country that will include two smartphones that are Realme 6 and Realme 6 Pro. Moreover, the new Realme 6 series is going to be unveiled on March 6th that is next week. 

Interestingly, the company has chosen the famous Bollywood actor Salman Khan to promote its upcoming product. Yes, Salman Khan is the company’s new brand ambassador. The company revealed this by sharing a poster in which the actor is seen flaunting one of the phones from the Realme 6 series. The company gave us the first glimpse of the phone that will be featuring a dual hole-punch display. The device is going to have thin side bezels.

Realme 6 series

Moreover, the company’s CEO has also revealed that the series will also pack a 64-megapixel primary camera. He also teased that the smartphone will come with a Pro Display. 

In another poster image, the company turned the spotlight on the Realme 6 series rear camera set up. It reveals that both Realme 6 and Realme 6 Pro is going to feature quad cameras placed vertically inside a pill-shaped camera module. The camera system will be powered by a 64-megapixel main camera, an ultra-wide lens a telephoto lens along with an ultra macro lens and the camera system will be supporting 20X zoom.

Realme 6 Pro

Another image confirmed that the Realme 6 is going to have a hole punch camera for taking selfies while the Pro variant is going to feature a dual selfie camera setup for ultra-wide selfies. In addition to this, the company also revealed that both the upcoming devices will come with a Full HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Also to make it more powerful the Realme 6 series will be supporting 30W flash charge tech.

Realme 6

Ahead of the launch, the company has also shared blind order details as well offers on the upcoming series. According to the company, interested buyers can book a device from the series by depositing a sum of Rs 1,000 before March 4. The remaining balance can be paid before the first sale on March 15. On the pre-booking of Realme 6, the buyers will receive Realme Buds 2 as a free gift while Realme 6 Pro buyers will receive Rs 1,000 off coupon on Realme Buds Wireless.

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Canon EOS 850D with High-Speed Autofocus and Intelligent Tracking launched in India

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Canon EOS 850D with High-Speed Autofocus and Intelligent Tracking launched in India

Today Canon India has introduced a new digital SLR camera in India. The company expanded its portfolio by launching Canon EOS 850D that comes with Dual Pixel CMOS AF, EOS Intelligent Tracking, high-speed Auto Focus along with many more advanced features. The device is an upgraded variant of EOS 800D that equips the company’s proprietary DIGIC 8 image processor.

The company launched the Canon EOS 850D to target the new photographers on the block who are planning to upgrade from the entry-level models to mid-segment models. The new DSLR will allow the users to capture clear, sharp and precise images and record 4K videos.

The newly launched Canon EOS 850D camera weighs 515g. It features a 24.1-megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor and is powered by a DIGIC 8 imaging processor that delivers crisp and clear images. It comes with a maximum ISO range of 25,600 which can be expanded up to 51,200 for a distinct low-light capability that allows the user to capture high-quality photos under low light situations at a restaurant or a party venue.

Canon EOS 850D

The Canon camera equips an optical viewfinder great for shooting and controls. With the viewfinder, the users can continuously shoot with a recording speed of up to 7 fps with fixed AF and up to 4.5 fps during Live View shooting with AF tracking. 

The company says, “During viewfinder shooting of up to 7 fps, users will not experience any time lag, and with all cross-type 45 points AF, a wider area can be covered to allow flexibility in composing and tracking, Ideal for capturing unpredicted subjects movements”

With EOS iTR – Intelligent Tracking and Recognition in Optical ViewFinder the subject tracking becomes easier with the help of face detection function. This feature allows you to identify faces even when the skin colour disappears against the background. Moreover, the Canon camera has a maximum shutter speed of 1/4000 second. With the  Eye Detection AF the camera automatically focuses on the eyes of the human subject that ensures the camera clicks sharp images even when the subject is moving.

With the addition of a new quick control dial on the EOS 850D, you can easily set the camera as well as search images. The dial is located on the camera body to make it more accessible while shooting to set changes by simply turning the dials. In addition to this, the camera comes integrated with a new  AF-ON button on the back to act on autofocus separately. This function allows you to keep tracking the moving subject with the help of AI Servo AF. Whereas the shutter release button permits the user to consider closely on timing timings their shots perfectly so that they do not miss out on high priority moments.

Besides still photography,  EOS 850D allows you to record 4K UHD video in 23.98p/25p format and full HD video in 59.94p/50p format. It comes integrated with an in-body electronic image stabilization that Movie digital IS that makes it a perfect choice for the recording steady vlog and handheld movies.

The Canon camera features a 3-inch touchscreen LCD monitor with a resolution of 1.04 million dots. The camera also comes with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE connectivity option to connect it with your smartphone or laptop via the Canon Camera Connect app. 

The Canon EOS 850D will be available for purchase in India in April. So at the moment, the company has not announced the pricing of the camera but this might cost you between Rs 76,000 to Rs 90,000.

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Fujifilm unveiled the latest variant of instant camera, Instax Mini 11 in India 

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Fujifilm unveiled the latest variant of instant camera, Instax Mini 11 in India 

Fujifilm has today announced the launch of Instax Mini 11 in India. The camera will let you capture moments instantly with the help of Automatic Exposure and Selfie Mode function. The company launched two new stylish mini-format Instax films namely Blue Marble and White Marble that comes with marble patterns on the frames.

The new camera is for those who love capturing and sharing moments at the same time. The company introduced Instax Mini 11 in India and also the world that is quite portable. Design-wise Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 comes with a rounded body design and will be available in five colour variants. These include Blush Pink, Sky Blue, Charcoal Gray, Ice White and Lilac Purple. The company has not revealed the pricing of the camera, but it will go on sale in India from April onwards. Insiders have told us that it will be kept somewhere around Rs 5,000 in India. 

Instax Mini 11

The Instax Mini 11 features Automatic Exposure functions that automatically senses the level of ambient light when the shutter button is pressed and optimises the shutter speed, and flash output according to the condition. This feature allows the user to capture under bright sunlight as well as low light conditions while producing high-quality photo prints instantly. 

The selfie mode in the camera lets you take close up shots and selfies, which can be activated by pulling out the front end of the lens after you switch the camera on. The company provides interchangeable accessories with the Fujifilm instant camera, too. These include two replaceable shutter buttons to customize the look of the camera as per your liking. Over that, the company has also introduced two new mini-format Instax films Blue and White Marble (as said).

Instax Mini 11

The Blue Marble film can be used with any Instax mini-series of cameras that feature blue marble pattern frames highlighted with glossy gold. One pack of the mini-format Instax films contains 10 snaps.

White Marble features a square format and it can only be used with the Instax Square series of cameras that only support square format films. Each film features a white marble pattern that has been highlighted with glossy silver. 

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Lenovo launched 4 new audio products with EQ mode in India

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Lenovo launched 4 new audio products with EQ mode in India

Lenovo has announced the arrival of its 4 new audio products in India. The company introduced two pairs of the truly wireless earbuds, earphones and headphones that are HT10 Pro, HT20, HE18, and HD116. All four products come with EQ tech that enables the user to experience different frequencies of music on the same device.

Those who are unaware of the EQ technology allow two preset equalizer frequencies in the same device. According to the company, this was only possible in very high-end devices. This allows the user to enjoy different frequencies of music in the same device such as for light music the clarity of sound is important but for dance numbers, heavy beats music requires heavy bass for the thumping sound. To experience both types of music one can change the mode between Pure Music and Extra Bass which is possible by pressing a single button.

All the newly launched audio devices come with sleek designs and IPX5 water and sweatproof.

The HT10 Pro TWS features dual EQ mode which supports extra bass as well as standard model. It delivers 48 hours of playtime that also includes battery backup of charging case along with 200 hours of standby time. The earbuds can be connected to your device via Bluetooth v5 support with a 20-meter range. It is powered by a Qualcomm 3020 chipset, supports aptX Audio for improved audio quality. The HT10 Pro TWS earbuds have been priced at Rs 4,499.

HT10 Pro TWS

HT20 TWS earbuds also come with dual EQ mode that supports extra bass mode and standard mode. It offers 25 hours of playtime along with 200 hours of standby time. It can be paired with two different devices simultaneously with the help of Bluetooth. The earbuds also come with a magnetic charging case. Both HT10 Pro and HT20 TWS have an inbuilt Dual Microphone for hand-free calls. These can be used comfortably during the workout. HT20 TWS comes with a price tag of Rs 3,799.

Lenovo HE 18 on Flipkart at INR 1,999

The company also launched a set of wired earphones. The earphones carry model number HE18. Like we mentioned earlier all the devices support dual EQ mode. It delivers 12 hours of playtime and 240 hours of standby time. The earphones can also be paired with two different devices at the same time. The Lenovo earphones can be purchased at Rs 1,999.

Lenovo HD 116 Headphones at INR 2,499 on Amazon (2) (1)

HD116 headphones come with almost similar features as of the other three Lenovo audio devices. The headphones can be connected to your device with the help of Bluetooth. It also supports HSP/HFP/AVRCP/A2DP. The Lenovo headphones offer 24 hours of playtime along with 240 hours of standby time. These are available with a price tag of Rs 2,499.

The newly launched Lenovo audio products can be purchased via the e-commerce website Flipkart. All the devices will be available at a special discount for the next 2 days. The headphones will be available at Rs 2,199 while the earphones can be purchased at Rs 1,899. While on the other hand HT 10 Pro TWS are available at a discounted price of Rs 4,199 whereas  HT 20 TWS can be bought at Rs 3,399.

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WhatsApp is working on Dark theme for its Web and Desktop platforms

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WhatsApp is working on Dark theme for its Web and Desktop platforms

Now the dark mode is under the testing mode for the beta version of WhatsApp on both Android and iOS application a new leak has appeared on the web with regard to the new feature. According to a leak, the feature is not limited to the mobile application the company is planning to bring the dark mode feature on the WhatsApp web and desktop as well. 

We already know that the company has been testing the beta version of the dark mode feature on both WhatsApp Android and iOS. These features are currently unavailable for the general public that might be rolled out soon via stable updates for the users. Now a leak by WABetaInfo suggests that the Facebook-owned company WhatsApp is working on the dark mode feature for its desktop version. The feature is under development and is not available yet on both mobile and desktop platforms. 

WhatsApp Dark Emojis Selector

The publisher keeps a track on the WhatsApp development and has also shared some screenshots to prove its point. The screenshot shows how the dark theme will look on the WhatsApp Desktop. The other images show how the new feature will bring a completely new look to the interface. However, the background colour for emojis is still white the company might decide to give it a transparent background by adding a toggle to enable the dark theme once the dark theme is fully functional.

Until now the new theme is only under development and there is no word from the company when the  WhatsApp dark mode for Web and Desktop will be rolled out. However, this might take some time as the company has just started working on the platform to be implemented correctly. 

WhatsApp Dark Bubbles (full chat screen)

To recall, Whatsapp recently released the dark theme for the WhatsApp beta for Android last month and for iOS earlier this month. In order to ensure the bug-free experience for its users, the company is still testing on the feature which will be available soon.

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Mi Dual-Driver In-Ear Earphones launched at Rs 799 in India

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Mi Dual-Driver In-Ear Earphones launched at Rs 799 in India

The Chinese electronics brand Xiaomi has been expanding its line up audio products by launching new audio devices in India. Last month the company brought Mi Outdoor Bluetooth Speaker and now the company has arrived with a new audio product that is Mi Dual-Driver In-Ear Earphones. The new in-ear headphones comes with 10mm and 8mm dynamic drivers to deliver impressive sound quality that offers extra bass and crisp trebles.

Commenting on the launch Raghu Reddy, Chief Business Officer, Xiaomi India said, “Majority of Indians today lead a fast-paced life and consume most of their content on the go. While most earphones come with Single Dynamic Driver, Mi Dual Driver In-Ear Earphones segregate the range of different frequencies and deliver much fuller sound through the dual-diaphragm drivers. This product has been designed to meet the exacting audio requirements of the new age consumer by providing a distinct sound signature with a focus on bass, treble and mids. It also features braided wires for additional durability and passive noise cancellation to make it an incredible value product in this category.”

Xiaomi’s Mi Dual-Driver In-Ear Earphones

Xiaomi’s Mi Dual-Driver In-Ear Earphones comes with a magnetic suction design that sticks together for easier storage and the braided cable keeps tangle keeps it tangle-free and increases the durability of the wire. According to the company the in-ear earphones have been awarded the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2020. The outer shell comes with an elegant carbon-look while the anodized aluminium cavity has been protected with the help of a zircon sandblasting procedure that makes the audio device lightweight, scratch proof and fingerprint resistant. The company also provides soft anti-slip earplugs to fit perfectly into the ears cavity without any discomfort.

Mi Dual Driver In-Ear Earphones feature a 3-button controller for better playback controls. The device also supports voice assistant service which can be activated with the long press of the button. 

Mi Dual Driver In-Ear Earphones can now be purchased via e commerce website Amazon, Mi.Com, Mi homes and Amazon. The audio device will be available with a price tag of Rs 799. The company offers earphones in two colours: Blue and Black.

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Amazon Fab Phones Fest goes live: Sale details and offers 

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Amazon Fab Phones Fest goes live: Sale details and offers 

The e-commerce website Amazon is back with another new sale on its platform. The website will be hosting Amazon Fab Phones Fest to offer huge deals and offers on the smartphone from different brands. The shopping fest will begin from February 26th which is today and go on till February 29. 

During the three days, shopping fest premium brands such as Samsung, Apple, OnePlus, Vivo, Oppo, Huawei, Xiaomi, Honor and more will be offering discounts and offers on their smartphones as well as accessories. Buyers can avail of No-cost EMI options and exciting exchange offers during this period. Customers making transactions using ICICI Bank Credit Cards & EMI and Kotak Mahindra Bank Credit Cards & EMI are eligible to get a 10 percent instant discount that is up to Rs 1500 of on the purchase of the smartphones. The online platform will also be offering the best deals on the latest mobile phones such as Redmi Note 8 and Redmi 8A dual.

The Amazon Fab Phones Fest is live now and the website will be offering up to 40 percent off on the latest and premium smartphones. Xiaomi’s  Redmi Note 8 series will be available with additional exchange offers up to Rs 1,000. The Pro model of the series is now available at Rs 13,999 down from Rs 16,999. Whereas the standard model which was earlier being sold at Rs 15,999 is now available at Rs 12,999. Both the phones come with no cost EMI offer up to 6 months.

Samsung Galaxy M31

Now coming to Samsung which on Tuesday launched a new smartphone Samsung Galaxy M31 will also be available for purchase with a starting price of Rs 14,999. The device comes with a longer battery life as it hoses a massive 6000mAh battery. Also, the company will be offering other phones from its popular M series such as Galaxy M30s, M30 and M20 and many more. During the phone fest, you can now also pre-book the recently launched Samsung Galaxy S20+ and S20 Ultra on the respective website. On the pre-booking, you can now get the newly launched Galaxy Bud+ at Rs 1,999.

The Chinese premium smartphone brand OnePlus will also be offering its latest smartphones from its OnePlus 7 series. During the Amazon Fab Phones Fest, the company will be offering OnePlus 7 Pro at Rs 42,999 down from Rs 52,999. One the purchase of the smartphone there will be an extra  Rs 3000 off on the exchange of your old smartphones. If you are planning to buy a smartphone from this brand you can also check offers available on other devices such as OnePlus 7T and OnePlus 7T Pro.

Another one of the best premium smartphone makers Apple will also be offering the latest deals and discounts on its iPhone 11 series. You can now grab iPhone 11 Pro at Rs 96,900 during the shopping sale period which was launched at Rs 99,900. The buyers will be getting a Rs 3000 discount on the purchase of the smartphone.

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Comparison: Samsung Galaxy M31 VS Samsung Galaxy M30s VS Samsung Galaxy A51

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Comparison: Samsung Galaxy M31 VS Samsung Galaxy M30s VS Samsung Galaxy A51

Samsung Galaxy M31 has been officially launched in India today. The device is an upgraded variant of Galaxy M30s which was launched last year in the country. The newly launched M31 comes with a 6,000mAh battery and a quad-camera set up with a 32-megapixel camera. The device can be compared with its predecessor M30s and Galaxy A51 in terms of specifications. So let us compare Samsung Galaxy M31 with the other two devices to help you decide which is the best buy for you. 

Display

Samsung Galaxy M31:6.4-inch full-HD+  Infinity-U Display 

Samsung Galaxy M30s: 6.4-inch Super AMOLED Infinity-U Display

Samsung Galaxy A51: 6.5-inch Super AMOLED full-HD+Infinity-O Display

Processor

Samsung Galaxy M31: Exynos 9611 processor

Samsung Galaxy M30s: Exynos 9611 processor

Samsung Galaxy A51: Exynos 9611 processor

Rear camera(s)

Samsung Galaxy M31: 64MP + 8MP + 5MP + 5MP

Samsung Galaxy M30s: 48MP + 5MP + 3MP

Samsung Galaxy A51:48MP+12MP+5MP+5MP

Selfie camera

Samsung Galaxy M31: 32MP

Samsung Galaxy M30s: 16MP

Samsung Galaxy A51:32MP

RAM and storage

Samsung Galaxy M31: 6GB RAM + 64GB storage and 6GB RAM + 128GB storage

Samsung Galaxy M30s: 4GB RAM + 64GB storage and 6GB RAM + 128GB storage

Samsung Galaxy A51:  6GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 128GB storage

Battery

Samsung Galaxy M31: 6000mAh battery

Samsung Galaxy M30s: 6000mAh battery

Samsung Galaxy A51:4,500mAh battery

Operating system

Samsung Galaxy M31: One UI 2.0 based on top of Android 10

Samsung Galaxy M30s: Samsung One UI, based on Android 9.0 Pie

Samsung Galaxy A51: Android 10 with One UI 2.0 on top

Price

Samsung Galaxy M31: Rs 14,999

Samsung Galaxy M30s: Rs 13,999

Samsung Galaxy A51: Rs 23,999

Our Take

All the phones come with the same processor that is Exynos 9611. Both Galaxy M31 and A51 offer quad cameras but the newly launched Galaxy M31 comes with a better set up with a 64-megapixel primary sensor whereas its predecessor comes with a triple rear camera. Both M31 and A51 equips a 32megapixel selfie camera whereas M30s has a 16-megapixel selfie camera. Other than that Galaxy M31 and M30s delivers a longer battery life as they pack a 6000mAh battery. In the pricing department, the Samsung M series is an affordable option. To conclude In terms of specifications and pricing the newly launched Samsung Galaxy M31 is a better option for you.

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Samsung Galaxy M31 with 6000mAh battery launched in India: Pricing and Specifications

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Samsung Galaxy M31 with 6000mAh battery launched in India: Pricing and Specifications

Today the South Korean smartphone manufacturer Samsung announced the launch of its new smartphone under the M series. The company launched Samsung Galaxy M31 in the Indian market under the mid-range segment. The key highlights of the mobile phone include  Exynos 9611 processor, Infinity-U Super AMOLED display, quad-camera set up and a massive 6000mAh battery. The smartphone will be available in a gradient finish design along with a waterdrop style notch. It runs on Android 10 out of the box. Read on to know more about the newly launched smartphone and its availability.

Samsung Galaxy M31 pricing and availability details

The company launched Samsung Galaxy M31 in India in two RAM and storage variants. The 6GB of RAM with 64GB storage can be purchased at Rs 14,999 whereas the 6GB of RAM with 128GB storage will come with a price tag of Rs 15,999. The device will be available in two colour options Ocean Blue and Space Black. The smartphone will go on sale via e-commerce website Amazon, Samsung.com along with select retail stores in the country from March 5th at 12 noon onwards. As for the launch offer, there will be Rs 1000 cashback on the purchase of the smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy M31

Samsung Galaxy M31 specifications

Samsung Galaxy M31 runs on new One UI 2.0 based on top of Android 10 out of the box. It features a  6.4-inch full-HD+ Infinity-U Display with a Super AMOLED panel, 1080×2340 pixels of resolution and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The newly launched smartphone is powered by a 2.3GHz octa-core Exynos 9611 processor coupled with 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage. The memory can be expanded up to 512GB using a microSD card. 

In terms of cameras, Samsung Galaxy M31 comes with a quad rear camera setup that houses a 64-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL Bright GW1 sensor with  f/1.8 aperture. Further assisted by an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with 123 degrees of field of view and f/2.2 aperture, a 5-megapixel macro lens with f/2.4 aperture and 5-megapixel depth camera with an f/2.2 aperture for taking portraits. The camera set up supports 4K video recording, hyper-lapse, slow-mo and super-steady modes. There is a dedicated night mode for low light photography. While on the front there is a 32-megapixel selfie camera that supports  4k video recording and slow-mo selfies

The Samsung Galaxy M31 packs a massive 6000mAh battery that is supported by a 15W fast charger that comes inside the retail box. The company claims that on a single charge the battery delivers  26 hours of video playback and 119 hours of music playback. 

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Comparison: iQOO 3 5G VS Realme X50 Pro 5G

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Comparison: iQOO 3 5G VS Realme X50 Pro 5G

This week two 5G smartphones launched in India. Yesterday we saw Realme X50 Pro 5G and today Vivo’s sub-brand launched iQOO 3 5G smartphone in the country. The company launched 4G as well as 5G models of iQOO 3. Both the devices come with the same specifications, but with different configurations and better pricing. If you are planning to buy a 5G ready smartphone then you should read our comparison first to know which is a better buy.

Display

iQOO 3 5G: 6.44-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED display

Realme X50 Pro 5G: 6.44-inch full-HD+ display panel

Processor

iQOO 3 5G: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 

Realme X50 Pro 5G:  Qualcomm Snapdragon 865

Rear camera(s)

iQOO 3 5G: 48MP + 13MP + 13MP + 2MP

Realme X50 Pro 5G: 64MP + 8MP + 12MP + 2MP

Selfie camera

iQOO 3 5G: 16MP

Realme X50 Pro 5G: Dual selfie camera 32MP + 8MP

RAM and storage

iQOO 3 5G: 12GB RAM with 256GB of storage

Realme X50 Pro 5G:6GB RAM with 128GB storage, 8GB RAM  with 128GB storage and 12GB RAM with 256GB storage

Battery

iQOO 3 5G: 4,440mAh battery

Realme X50 Pro 5G:4,200mAh battery

Operating system

iQOO 3 5G: iQoo UI 1.0 on top of Android 10

Realme X50 Pro 5G: Realme UI based on top of Android 10

Price

iQOO 3 5G: Rs 44,990 (Rs 36,990 4G model)

Realme X50 Pro 5G: Rs 37,999 (onwards), Rs 44,999 (12GB variant)

Our Take

Both phones come with almost similar specifications. Here iQOO 3 comes with a larger battery with a 55W fast charging support, while  X50 Pro comes with a smaller battery but offers a 65W SuperDart flash charger. Both come with the latest processors and a quad rear camera set up. But Realme offers a dual selfie camera that includes a 32MP sensor and an 8MP sensor whereas iQOO comes with a 16MP selfie camera. Moreover, both the 5G phones come with similar pricing. But here comes the twist, iQOO 3 has a 4G variant also with a much lower price. iQoo is giving great gaming options and better touch display too. Out pick is definitely the iQoo 3 over the Realme X50 pro.

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