Google updates its Developer Policy to restrict apps that can request Call log and SMS permissions
Ever installed an app from Google Play Store that has asked for multiple permissions? And have you felt that the apps that you have installed may not require as much information as they ask for? We all have been there and felt this at some point in time. And Google seems to have taken a note of this too.
The technology giant is updating the Google Play Developer Policy to protect user information. Apps are only supposed to ask for information that helps in making them function. But that doesn’t always happen. A number of apps request for far more information than required and this often includes user’s call log and SMS application.
It is worth noticing that the dialer and SMS application in your smartphone often carries a lot of sensitive information like your phone number, your call history and also the personal information of people you have contacted. When we allow apps to access our call logs and SMS app, we basically allow them to access all this information as well.
The new change in Google Play Developer Policy will let only default phone and SMS apps to access this information.
This is being done to restrict access to one or two apps at a given time. So even a widely used app like Facebook Messenger — which currently can access users’ SMS conversations — would not be able to do it anymore. Unless, of course, the user sets it as the default app on their phone.
So even if you have given permissions to a number of apps without investing much thought into it, the only app you actually use will be able to access your information.
Developers have been given 90 days from day of policy update to issue updates to their respective apps. Post that, the updated Developer Policy will get enforced on its own.
Google has also posted an article on its Help Center for developers in order to help them find alternatives to these permissions.
This move by Google is a welcome one, as most users give permissions to apps that they install nonchalantly. However, this may cause some inconvenience to users. For instance, till now, various apps used SMS permissions to read OTPs that the user received via text message. But, with the new policy coming in, the users will have to put in this information themselves. It’s not too much pain, but it’s always difficult to let go of an easy way to do things when you are used to it.
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Google Pixel 3 XL is being sold in Hong Kong ahead of official launch
The world is waiting for the launch of Google Pixel 3 smartphones which is scheduled for Tuesday, October 9. But according to reports, in Hong Kong a retailer has been selling Google Pixel 3 XL already for a few days.
A few days ago, a review of Google Pixel 3 from Hong Kong had surfaced online. In fact, a few months back, reviews and hands-on videos of the upcoming smartphone also went up online when it was reported from Eastern Europe that some units of Google Pixel 3 XL were stolen. The report also said that in order to buy one Pixel 3 XL unit, one had to pay $2,000 on the black market. And that’s exactly the same amount one has to pay to buy a unit in Hong Kong right now.
According to a report in Engadget, which had borrowed a unit from the website that had reviewed the smartphone, a mobile retailer in Hong Kong has been selling the Google Pixel 3 XL HK$15,880. When converted, that becomes $2,030 — which is almost double of what the Google Pixel XL 3 will cost if reports about the device are correct.
An image shared by Engadget shows the Pixel XL 3 retail box. The image has a pair of Pixel USB-C earphones, USB-C to 3.5mm and USB-C to USB-A, a USB-C cable to charge the smartphone and a couple of dongles.
As of now, there is no clarity on why a store in Hong Kong started selling the smartphone a few days prior to its launch. But Google seems unable to control the stores that are supposed to sell its devices this year.
A report surfaced online a few days back that claimed that Best Buy sold a third-generation Chromecast unit — which, like Google Pixel 3 XL, has not officially been launched yet.
A number of reports about Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL have surfaced online. The devices are expected to feature larger screens and according to leaks, Pixel 3 XL will sport a notch on its display. Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL will also reportedly have wireless charging and sport dual selfie cameras. Other than this, Google is expected to give some clever software features to its smartphones.
Image courtesy: Engadget
An image shared by Engadget shows the Pixel XL 3 retail box. The image has a pair of Pixel USB-C earphones, USB-C to 3.5mm and USB-C to USB-A, a USB-C cable to charge the smartphone and a couple of dongles.
As of now, there is no clarity on why a store in Hong Kong started selling the smartphone a few days prior to its launch. But Google seems unable to control the stores that are supposed to sell its devices this year.
A report surfaced online a few days back that claimed that Best Buy sold a third-generation Chromecast unit — which, like Google Pixel 3 XL, has not officially been launched yet.
A number of reports about Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL have surfaced online. The devices are expected to feature larger screens and according to leaks, Pixel 3 XL will sport a notch on its display. Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL will also reportedly have wireless charging and sport dual selfie cameras. Other than this, Google is expected to give some clever software features to its smartphones.
Image courtesy: Engadget
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Flipkart Big Billion Days sale: Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro to be available at Rs 12,999
If you are planning to buy a smartphone, now is a very good time for you. With festive season sales beginning on Amazon and Flipkart, there are a number of smartphones that can be bought at reduced prices for a few days. And the latest smartphone to join the discount bandwagon is Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro.
Prior to this, Xiaomi also announced a discount of Rs 7,000 on its bezel-less smartphone Mi Mix 2 during Flipkart’s Big Billion Days sale. Smartphones from other companies which will be available on a discount are Samsung Galaxy S8, Infinix Note 5, Nokia 5.1 and 6.1, and more.
Speaking of Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro, the smartphone is receiving a price cut of Rs 2,000 during the Flipkart Big Billion Days sale. Launched at Rs 14,999, Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro will be available for Rs 12,999 during the sale. Other than this, buyers will be able to avail an additional discount of 10% if they pay for their purchase via HDFC Bank credit cards and debit cards.
Xiaomi’s budget smartphone is considered to be one among the best smartphones in the segment. The reduced price only makes it a more attractive buy for interested customers.
To recall, Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro features a 5.99-inch FHD+ display that has an aspect ratio of 18:9. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor paired with 4GB RAM, the smartphone has 64GB of onboard storage. For more storage, users can install a microSD card off up to 128GB.
For imaging duties, the smartphone comes with a dual rear camera setup that has a 12MP primary sensor and a 5MP secondary sensor. There is also a 20MP front facing snapper for selfies and video calls.
When it was launched, Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro mobile came with Android Oreo skinned with MIUI 9. But now, it has been updated to MIUI 10.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro comes with the Face Unlock as well as a fingerprint sensor and houses a 4,000mAh battery. Connectivity options of the smartphone include dual SIM card slots, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
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BlackBerry KEY2 LE launched in India: Price, specs and more
Optiemus Infracom, the manufacturer and distributer of BlackBerry smartphones, has announced that the newly BlackBerry launched KEY2 LE smartphone will be available exclusively on Amazon India’s website starting October 12.
The smartphone was launched globally by TCL back in August during the IFA 2018. BlackBerry KEY2 LE smartphone comes with the company’s signature QWERTY keyboard and is said to be made for ‘physical keyboard enthusiasts’.
Other than this, the BlackBerry KEY2 LE comes with Snapdragon 636 processor and 4GB RAM, sports dual rear cameras and runs Android 8.1 Oreo. Here’s a look at the price, availability and detailed specifications of the smartphone:
Specifications
The BlackBerry KEY2 LE features a 4.5-inch full-HD+ IPS LCD display that has an aspect ratio of 3:2 and a pixel density of 434ppi. Powered by a 1.8GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor clubbed with 4GB RAM, the smartphone packs 64GB of internal storage and can hold a microSD card of up to 256GB. The dual SIM smartphone runs Android 8.1 Oreo and houses a 3,000mAh battery that comes with 18W Quick Charge 3.0 support.
For imaging duties, the BlackBerry KEY2 LE sports a dual rear camera setup with 13MP primary sensor with f/2.2 aperture and a 5MP secondary sensor with f/2.4 aperture. On the front panel, there is an 8MP fixed focus camera that comes with LCD selfie flash and full-HD recording.
The smartphone includes 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS/ A-GPS, GLONASS, FM radio, and USB Type-C with OTG for connectivity.
Price and availability
BlackBerry KEY2 LE is priced at Rs 29,990 in India and will exclusively be available at Amazon India’s website starting October 12. While the smartphone was initially launched in Atomic, Champagne and Slate colour options, now, it is also being shipped in a Space Blue variant.
Speaking on the launch of the smartphone, Optiemus Infracom’s Executive Director, Hardip Singh said, “Security and privacy are becoming priorities in our data-dependent world and at Optiemus, we are committed to offering our customers a trustworthy mobile experience. We are delighted to launch the BlackBerry KEY2 LE, further strengthening our portfolio of the most secure smartphones in the country.”
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Moto G7 leaked render, video show waterdrop display notch, dual rear cameras
Last week, tipster Evan Blass tweeted that Lenovo-owned Motorola is planning to launch a bigger smartphone lineup in its Moto G series next year. While we saw the company launching three smartphones this year, namely Moto G6, Moto G6 Play and Moto G6 Plus, next year’s Moto G7 lineup will come with four smartphones. Right after this news came out, an image of Moto G7 has surfaced online through CAD-based renders and a video.
The renders and the video that have been leaked by OnLeaks in collaboration with MySmartPrice, show a display that sports a waterdrop style notch on the top. There is also a dual rear camera setup and a bump on the back panel that has enough space for an LED flash module.
The back panel also seems to have the Motorola logo that is likely to house a fingerprint sensor. The fingerprint scanner looks similar to the one we saw on Motorola One Power.
As seen in the leaked images, the design of the Moto G7 seems very different from company’s this year’s flagship — Moto G6. The presence of the waterdrop style notch on the display will offer a higher screen-to-body ratio than the one we saw in Moto G6. Motorola branding can also be seen on the chin at the bottom of the display.
The back panel of the device has a glossy finish and sports dual rear cameras that reportedly come with 16MP and 5MP sensors. There is also an LED flash module at the back of the smartphone. The leaked renders also show a 3.5mm headphone jack, a USB Type C port and a speaker grill.
According to recent reports, Moto G7 will sport a 6.4-inch full-HD+ display and will be powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 660 processor clubbed with 4GB RAM and 64GB on internal storage. For imaging duties, the smartphone is said to offer a 12MP selfie camera and it will house a 3,500mAh battery.
However, it is worth mentioning that the renders have only revealed the design of Moto G7 and we can expect to see a change in other three smartphones that are being launched with it. Moto G7 is reportedly scheduled to launch next year along with Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7 Play and Moto G7 Power.
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OnePlus 6T goes on pre-orders via Amazon India
We still are a few days away from the launch of OnePlus 6T, but if you are a fan, you’ll be happy to know that the device has already gone on pre-orders on Amazon India. First spotted by MySmartPrice and Android Pure, the smartphone is available for pre-booking till October 30.
Buyers also get additional benefits like free Type C earphones and Rs 500 Amazon Pay balance.
OnePlus India had tweeted yesterday that the company has an ‘exciting announcement’ to make regarding their next flagship device. Following this, a Twitter user replied with a screenshot of the page of Amazon India’s app that shows the phone listed for pre-orders.
OnePlus India had tweeted yesterday that the company has an ‘exciting announcement’ to make regarding their next flagship device. Following this, a Twitter user replied with a screenshot of the page of Amazon India’s app that shows the phone listed for pre-orders.
Reports have also suggested that OnePlus 6T on Amazon India’s All Deals segment under its Today’s Deals section. On booking the smartphone via Amazon India’s website, users will get a cashback worth Rs 500 in the form of Amazon Pay balance. Other than this, there are reports that claim that buyers will get the Type C earphones by the company. OnePlus’s upcoming flagship device, OnePlus 6T, is scheduled to launch globally on October 17. The ‘Notify Me’ page for OnePlus 6T has been live on Amazon India since last month. The smartphone is expected to sport a 6.4-inch AMOLED display with an aspect ratio of 19:9 protected by Corning Gorilla Glass. The display of the smartphone will come with a waterdrop style notch and an in-display fingerprint sensor — much like the Vivo Nex and Vivo V11 Pro. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, OnePlus 6T will run Android 9.0 Pie. The smartphone reportedly houses a 3,700mAh battery. Reports also suggest that the smartphone will come without a 3.5mm headphone jack. The upcoming flagship by OnePlus is said to come with a dual rear camera setup, but as of now there are no details available about the sensors that are used. There has been no word on the sensor of the front facing snapper too, but we do know that it will support the Face Unlock feature. The company has confirmed that OnePlus 6T is not going to be water/dust resistant as it would not receive any IP certification. Update: The company has officially announced the pre-orders of OnePlus 6T smartphone. Pre-bookings of the smartphone begin on October 9 at 12 noon on Amazon.in, Croma outlets and OnePlus offline stores. OnePlus 6T is set to launch in India on October 30 and will go on open sale starting November 2. Customers who pre-book the smartphone will get a pair OnePlus’ new Type C Bullet earphones that cost Rs 1,490 and they would also receive Rs 500 as Amazon Pay balance once they complete their purchase of OnePlus 6T. Customers can also buy an Amazon.in e-Gift Card worth Rs 1,000 that they can redeem to buy the OnePlus 6T during its open sale. Image Courtesy: MySmartPrice For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.Check back in 24 hours for an exciting announcement. #OnePlus6T pic.twitter.com/mIeveZ0n6H
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Flipkart Big Billion Days sale: Deals available on Nokia 5.1 Plus, Nokia 6.1 Plus
Last week saw the launch of Nokia 7.1 by HMD Global in London. Prior to that, the company had rolled out its Nokia 5.1 Plus and Nokia 6.1 Plus smartphones in India. Both the smartphones have a glass back panel, come with a notch on their displays and are a part of Google’s Android One Program. This basically means that both the smartphones will get timely Android updates and security patches for two years since the date of their launch.
While the Nokia 5.1 Plus is priced ta Rs 10,999, the Nokia 6.1 Plus costs Rs 15,999. If you have been planning to buy either of the two smartphones, now is definitely a good time. With the upcoming Big Billion Days sale on Flipkart, both the smartphones will be getting a price cut of up to Rs 1,000.
Flipkart’s Big Billion Days sale is scheduled to begin on October 10 and will go on till October 14. During this time, a number of smartphones will be available at discounted prices including Samsung Galaxy S8, Infinix Smart 2, Xiaomi Mi Mix 2, Asus Zenfone 5Z and more. And now, Nokia devices have joined the bandwagon too.
The Nokia 5.1 Plus — which is priced at Rs 10,999 — will be available at a discount of Rs 500. This means that you can buy the device for Rs 10,499. Speaking of Nokia 6.1 Plus, it is available at a discounted price of Rs 14,999 — Rs 1000 less from its launch price.
Other than this, HDFC bank credit and debit card users will be able to avail an instant discount of 10% and buyers can also get a mobile protection plan starting at Rs 99.
To recall, Nokia 5.1 Plus sports a 5.8-inch HD+ display that has an aspect ratio of 19:9. Powered by MediaTek Helio P60 processor, the smartphone comes with 3GB RAM and has 32GB of internal storage. Nokia 5.1 Plus comes with a dual rear camera setup with 13MP and 5MP sensors coupled with an 8MP front facing snapper for selfies and video calls. The smartphone houses a 3,060mAh battery.
Coming to Nokia 6.1 Plus, it features a 5.8-inch full HD+ display with an aspect ratio of 19:9. It is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 636 processor and comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. Much like Nokia 5.1 Plus, the smartphone houses a 3,060mAh battery and for imaging duties it comes with 16MP+5MP dual rear cameras. For selfies, there is a 16MP front facing snapper.
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7 things to expect from the Google Pixel 3 event
Google is all set to roll out its new Pixel smartphones tomorrow. Besides the new Pixel line-up, we’ll also get to see new products from its Home and Chromecast segments. Needless to say, there have been a number of leaks that revolve around what the technology giant has up its sleeve for its October 9 event. Here, we have made a list of everything one can expect to see at the Google Pixel 3 event:
One thing we can be sure of is that Google will be launching its new flagship smartphones at its upcoming event. The technology giant has always chosen to unveil its new smartphones at its October event, so one doesn’t have to be an insider to expect Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL at Google’s October 9 event. A number of rumours and leaks about the two smartphones have surfaced online. On the hardware front, we are expecting the devices to sport larger screens and Pixel 3 XL may come with a notch on its display. The smartphones are also said to come with wireless charging and dual selfie cameras. The second front camera will have the ability to click wider selfies. Other than this, the technology giant is expected to give a software upgrade to its phone like it did last year.
Leaks suggest that Google is adding wireless charging to its Pixel smartphones this year, and the company is also expected to roll out a new wireless charging stand for it. The stand is likely to keep the smartphone erect as it charges, so that it’s easier for the user to see the screen. The smartphone can then display important updates while being on the charging stand.
While there is no clarity on whether the company will roll out new Home speakers, Google may unveil a smart display which will showcase information from Assistant. This will be Google’s answer to Amazon’s Echo Show, but it will come with its own set of differences. Firstly, Google Home Hub wouldn’t have a built-in camera for video chatting. And secondly, it would have support for YouTube — which would certainly be a big reason for some users to buy it.
We have come across numerous rumours on the internet that talk about an upcoming Google branded Chrome OS tablet or the Google Pixel Slate. It has been reported that the upcoming device comes with a detachable keyboard, 16GB of RAM and Intel i7 processor. There may be another affordable option that will come with 7th Gen Intel processor. Reports also suggest that Pixel Slate will support USB Type C and a fingerprint sensor — a first for Chromebooks.
An update is reportedly coming to Pixelbook too. Since the number of rumours around this new device have been very limited, all we can expect is an upgrade in specifications, a newer processor and an update in RAM. The Pixelbook 2 is also expected to sport a 4K display — which surely will be among the major updates.
It has been a few years since the last Chromecast was launched, we wouldn’t be wrong to expect an upgraded one at the coming Google event. According to FCC filings, the third generation Chromecast will support improved Wi-Fi. It is also expected to come with Bluetooth, although as of now it isn’t clear how that is supposed to add to the functionalities. A small design update is also expected. Other than this, there hasn’t been any word on the device.
Google may not be best known for its hardware, but the reason its products have managed to make a mark is because of its software features. Although there have been leaks around the software updates, we will most likely see a lot more at the event that we don’t know about yet. We are fully expecting a few features that will make Assistant smarter, for instance. But we will have to wait for the event tomorrow to know exactly what the technology giant has up its sleeve.
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Pixel 3 and 3 XL smartphones
One thing we can be sure of is that Google will be launching its new flagship smartphones at its upcoming event. The technology giant has always chosen to unveil its new smartphones at its October event, so one doesn’t have to be an insider to expect Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL at Google’s October 9 event. A number of rumours and leaks about the two smartphones have surfaced online. On the hardware front, we are expecting the devices to sport larger screens and Pixel 3 XL may come with a notch on its display. The smartphones are also said to come with wireless charging and dual selfie cameras. The second front camera will have the ability to click wider selfies. Other than this, the technology giant is expected to give a software upgrade to its phone like it did last year.
A wireless charging stand
Leaks suggest that Google is adding wireless charging to its Pixel smartphones this year, and the company is also expected to roll out a new wireless charging stand for it. The stand is likely to keep the smartphone erect as it charges, so that it’s easier for the user to see the screen. The smartphone can then display important updates while being on the charging stand.
Google Home Hub
While there is no clarity on whether the company will roll out new Home speakers, Google may unveil a smart display which will showcase information from Assistant. This will be Google’s answer to Amazon’s Echo Show, but it will come with its own set of differences. Firstly, Google Home Hub wouldn’t have a built-in camera for video chatting. And secondly, it would have support for YouTube — which would certainly be a big reason for some users to buy it.
Pixel Slate tablet
We have come across numerous rumours on the internet that talk about an upcoming Google branded Chrome OS tablet or the Google Pixel Slate. It has been reported that the upcoming device comes with a detachable keyboard, 16GB of RAM and Intel i7 processor. There may be another affordable option that will come with 7th Gen Intel processor. Reports also suggest that Pixel Slate will support USB Type C and a fingerprint sensor — a first for Chromebooks.
Pixelbook 2
An update is reportedly coming to Pixelbook too. Since the number of rumours around this new device have been very limited, all we can expect is an upgrade in specifications, a newer processor and an update in RAM. The Pixelbook 2 is also expected to sport a 4K display — which surely will be among the major updates.
An updated Chromecast
It has been a few years since the last Chromecast was launched, we wouldn’t be wrong to expect an upgraded one at the coming Google event. According to FCC filings, the third generation Chromecast will support improved Wi-Fi. It is also expected to come with Bluetooth, although as of now it isn’t clear how that is supposed to add to the functionalities. A small design update is also expected. Other than this, there hasn’t been any word on the device.
Software upgrades
Google may not be best known for its hardware, but the reason its products have managed to make a mark is because of its software features. Although there have been leaks around the software updates, we will most likely see a lot more at the event that we don’t know about yet. We are fully expecting a few features that will make Assistant smarter, for instance. But we will have to wait for the event tomorrow to know exactly what the technology giant has up its sleeve.
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[td_smart_list_end] Motorola One Power next Flipkart sale to begin on October 11
Last month saw the launch of Motorola One Power in India and yesterday, the smartphone’s first flash sale took place on Flipkart. The company has now announced that Motorola One Power smartphone will be available for purchase in an open sale which is scheduled to begin on October 11 at 12:01am IST. The smartphone will be available on the e-commerce website as a part of Flipkart’s Big Billion Days sale.
The Lenovo-owned smartphone manufacturer has said that for the open sale more stock of the smartphone will be available. At the previously held flash sale, 100 units of the smartphone were sold per second.
Price and availability
Motorola One Power costs Rs 15,999 and at this price, it competes with the likes of Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (review) and Nokia 6.1 Plus. The smartphone is exclusively available for purchase on Flipkart.
Since it is available as a part of Flipkart’s Big Billion Day sale, 10% instant discount is available on purchases done with HDFC debit and credit cards and on EMI transactions. A 50% buy back policy is also available at Rs 149.
Specifications
Motorola One Power smartphone features a 6.2-inch full-HD+ (1080×2280 pixels) LCD Max Vision display that has an aspect ratio of 19:9. The dual SIM smartphone is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor that is backed by the Adreno 509 GPU. Motorola One Power comes with 4GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage and can hold a microSD card of up to 256GB. It runs Android 8.1 Oreo and the company has said in a statement that the smartphone will soon be getting an update to Android 9.0 Pie.
It is also worth mentioning that the smartphone is a part of Google’s Android One program – which promises timely Android updates and security patches for two years from the date of the launch.
For imaging duties, Motorola One Power sports dual rear cameras with 16MP and 5MP sensors which have support for 4K video recording. The smartphone houses a 5,000mAh battery and supports 15W Moto TurboPower charging.
Connectivity options of the smartphone include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, USB Type-C, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
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Moto G7 lineup rumoured to launch with four smartphones next year
The Moto G series have always managed to create a stir. This year, we saw three smartphones in the Moto G6 series, namely Moto G6 (review), Moto G6 Play and Moto G6 Plus. Although we are months away from the launch of Moto G7 lineup, but rumours about the smartphones that are scheduled to launch next year are already creating a buzz.
Renowned tipster Evan Blass, who talks about unannounced developments on his Twitter handle, has revealed that four smartphones will be launched in the Moto G7 series next year including Moto G7, Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7 Play and Moto G7 Power.
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If Blass’ tweet is true, then next year’s Moto G series lineup will have more models than we saw this year. The new Power model in the Moto G7 lineup may boast of a massive battery.
Some specifications of the upcoming Moto G7 have also been leaked. The smartphone is expected to feature a 6.4-inch full HD+ (1080×2340 pixels) display and will be powered by an octa-core processor. Moto G7 will reportedly sport dual rear cameras with 16MP and 5MP sensors and will run Android 9.0 Pie out of the box. The smartphone will come with 4GB RAM and 64GB onboard storage. For selfie lovers, there will be a 12MP front facing snapper. Moto G7 will be backed by a 3,500mAh battery and could possibly support Turbo Charge fast charging technology. The device is also expected to come with a fingerprint sensor.
The hardware details of the other three smartphones is not yet known.
All the four smartphones are expected to launch early next year. A couple of leaked images of the upcoming smartphone have also surfaced online which show a waterdrop notch on top of the phone’s display, dual rear cameras and a fingerprint sensor on the back panel.
To recall, the company launched the Moto G6 and G6 Play in June this year followed by Moto G6 Plus in September. Moto G6 sports a 5.7-inch FHD+ IPS touch screen and is powered by a 1.8GHz octa-core Qualcomm snapdragon 450 processor. The smartphone features a dual rear camera setup with 12MP+5MP sensors and houses a 3,000mAh battery.
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