Samsung’s co-CEO DJ Koh has admitted that the company made a mistake by unveiling the Galaxy Fold “before it was ready”. He said that it was him who pushed the Samsung Galaxy Fold to the market so early and because the device was not ready till now, it had to be delayed right before it was meant to ship for customers.
Speaking to a small group of reporters including The Independent, Koh said that “it was embarrassing.”
We should mention that Samsung Galaxy Fold was supposed to hit the shelves in April this year. Had everything gone well, it would have been the first major release of a foldable handset. Prior to launching the device for the customers, the company sent a few units to some reviewers and YouTubers in the US. However, when they started testing the handset, they discovered that the screen of the Galaxy Fold could be destroyed easily and that the device had hinge issues.
Following this, Samsung delayed the launch of its smartphone. Although the company has promised that the handset will be launched for the masses, it has not given a specific release date. The latest update that the company gave was that the device will not be releasing this month.
A number of reports have suggested that Samsung may relaunch the Galaxy Fold at its Galaxy Unpacked event that is scheduled for August 7. The company will be launching its Galaxy Note 10 phablet at the event and is also expected to finally announce the availability of its Galaxy Home speaker.
Coming back to Samsung Galaxy Fold, Koh told The Independent that the South Korean technology giant has “defined all of the issues and all of the problems.” He also added that the company has also tested 2,000 units of the Galaxy Fold. But then, it seems like this time he isn’t ready to take a chance. He said that the handset is not ready yet and that the company would need “a bit more time” before the launch.
He concluded by saying, “I do admit I missed something on the foldable phone, but we are in the process of recovery.”
Samsung Galaxy Fold specifications
To recall the specifications of the Galaxy Fold, the handset sports a 4.6-inch (860x1960p) external display that is visible when it is folded. When the device is unfolded, it reveals a 7.3-inch Flex Dynamic AMOLED panel. Samsung Galaxy Fold comes with 12GB of RAM and has 512GB of internal storage.
The company has not announced what processor it has used in the handset. The batteries in the smartphone have a combined capacity of 4,380mAh. Samsung Galaxy Fold has a triple rear camera setup that consists of a 16MP ultra-wide sensor, a 12MP wide-angle sensor and a 12MP telephoto lens.
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South Korean technology giant Samsung has opened a new app store for its digital assistant Bixby. This will help users discover new shortcuts that they can use with the assistant. The app store has been named as Bixby marketplace and users can go to browse for ‘Bixby capsules’.
Before you assume this to be some kind of a medically prescribed drug, we should tell you that these are basically tools that are similar to Amazon‘s Alexa skills and they let you access certain functions of the app by just using your voice.
It is worth pointing out that Samsung’s Bixby offers quick commands that integrate well with third-party apps. However, the marketplace makes it easier for the user to browse through various categories of apps including games, productivity, travel and music. Users will also be able to customize their capsule to need that is very specific in nature. For instance, if you like to travel by Uber over other can-hailing services, you can adjust the settings in a way that whenever you request a ride, Bixy makes an Uber come and pick you up.
Similarly, you can adjust settings for other apps like Spotify, Yelp, YouTube, Google Maps and more.
According to Samsung, the Bixby marketplace and capsules would not come with visual ads. However, there isn’t much clarity about any audio-based advertisements on the app store.
With the launch of the new platform, Samsung is trying to get more developers to create for its marketplace. The company has even said that it has plans of unveiling more at its developer conference that will be held in fall this year in San Jose, California.
Bixby marketplace is now available for users in the United States and Korea and it is expected to be rolled out to other important markets for Samsung soon.
In an unrelated piece of news, Samsung has also announced that it is all set to launch its Galaxy Note 10 handset at its Galaxy Unpacked event that will be scheduled for August 7 this year. We should mention that the event will be hosted at Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, New York City.
Although the company has not confirmed this yet, reports suggest that it will be launching two devices with different screen sizes instead of one this time. Other than this, Samsung is also expected to unveil its Galaxy Fold and its much awaited Galaxy Home speaker at the event.
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Chinese technology company Xiaomi has today launched its Mi CC9 series in China today. Two new smartphones have been launched in Xiaomi‘s home country in the range – Mi CC9 and Mi CC9e. A number of leaks about the two handsets were circulating online even prior to their launch.
Among the key features of Mi CC9 and Mi CC9e are their gradient finish design, their triple rear cameras and the in-display fingerprint scanners. Both the smartphones have 3D glass bodies, their displays sport a waterdrop-shaped notch and they are powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. Here’s a look at the key specifications and price details of the two newly launched handsets:
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Mi CC9, Mi CC9e price
Xiaomi has launched the Mi CC9 smartphone in two storage variants – one with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage and the other with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. While the former is priced at CNY 1,799 (approximately Rs 18,000), the latter costs CNY 1,999 (approximately Rs 20,000).
Coming to Mi CC9e, it is available in three storage variants – one with 4GB RAM and 64GB of storage, a higher-variant with 6GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage and the most high-end model with 6GB of RAM and 128GB storage. While the base variant costs CNY 1,299 (approximately Rs 13,000), the 6GB RAM/64GB storage model and the 6GB RAM/128GB storage variants are priced at CNY 1,399 (approximately Rs 14,000) and CNY 1,599 (approximately Rs 16,000) respectively.
As of now, there is no word on when the two smartphones will launch in India.
Xiaomi Mi CC9 specifications
Mi CC9 features a 6.39-inch AMOLED display and it is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 710 processor. We should mention that this is the same SoC that is housed in Realme X in China and Realme 3 Pro in India.
For imaging duties, the handset comes with a triple rear camera setup that comprises of a 48MP primary sensor, an 8MP secondary sensor and a 2MP sensor. On the front, there is a 32MP selfie camera. The Mi CC9 houses a 4,030mAh battery and it also has a fingerprint scanner embedded in its screen.
Xiaomi Mi CC9e specifications
The company’s Mi CC9e sports a 6.08-inch AMOLED display and is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 665 SoC. The device comes with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It has the same cameras and battery as Mi CC9 and it also comes with an in-display fingerprint scanner.
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Chinese technology company Huawei’s sub-brand Honor will be launching its Honor 9X on July 23. The company has announced on its official Weibo account that the smartphone will be launched in China on the abovementioned date. Honor has also shared a poster on the website, however, that obviously does not mention the price, specifications, and the availability of the device. The handset is the successor of Honor 8X smartphone that was launched in September 2018 in China and came to India a month later.
Recently, the Honor 9X was leaked on the web and some of its specifications and details were leaked. According to the leaked details, the smartphone will be launched in the mid-range segment. Here’s a look at all that we know about the smartphone till now:
Honor 9X specifications and details (expected)
According to the leaks, the Honor 9X is expected to be powered by the 7nm Huawei Kirin 810 SoC and will pack 3,750mAh battery that will have support for 10W charging. The handset will reportedly come with a triple camera set up on its rear panel that will comprise of a 24MP primary sensor, a 2MP super wide lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. The device is expected to come with a 20MP selfie snapper. It is speculated that the device will either have a 6.5- or 6.7-inch LCD display.
Honor 9X Pro rumoured specifications and details (expected)
According to a recent report, the company will also be launching Honor 9X Pro along with the regular variant of the handset. Recently, a Chinese leakster @RODENT950 has revealed on his Twitter account that says that the device will feature s 6.5 inches or 6.7-inch LED display with a hole punch camera. The device is expected to be powered by 7nm HiSilicon Kirin 810 SoC and it will house a 4,000mAh battery that will have support for 20W fast charging. The back panel of the Honor 9X Pro will have a 3D glass design. According to the leaks, the device comes with a quad camera setup that will consist of a 48MP Sony IMX582 main sensor, an 8MP wide-angle lens, a 2MP macro lens and a 2MP sensor for bokeh effect. The device is reported to have an integrated NPU, that would also power the Huawei Nova 5 smartphone.
Currently, there is only news about the China launch of the smartphone. So, Indian buyers will have to wait a bit more to get their hands on their smartphones.
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Samsung has officially announced that its Galaxy Note 10 handset will be launched on August 7. The company has sent formal invites for its Galaxy Unpacked event that will take place in New York City. The South Korean technology giant has also released a teaser video that shows an all-new S-Pen stylus moving around a single camera lens. This also hints at the Infinity-O display of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.
Samsung has scheduled the Galaxy Unpacked event for 4 pm ET on August 7, which converts to 1:30 am IST on August 8. The event will be hosted at Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, New York City.
The launch of the smartphone is still more than a month away, but reports about it started pouring in months back. Here, we have made a list of everything that we know about the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 so far. Take a look:
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Two models are expected to be launched
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This year, Samsung is expected to launch two Galaxy Note models instead of one. If reports are to be believed, then apart from the regular variant of Samsung Galaxy Note 10, the company will also be launching Galaxy Note 10 Pro/Galaxy Note 10+. While the former will reported come with a 6.28-inch display, the latter will sport a 6.75-inch screen. The battery sizes of the two devices are expected to be different too.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 will also have a 5G variant
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While a number of reports claim that Samsung Galaxy Note 10 will be available in two variants, a report in ETNews claims that there will instead be four. It confirms to the report that says that the handset will be launched in two different screen sizes, it also says that both of these will also have 5G variants – making it a total of four.
No Bixby button
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Last month, some cases surfaced online that were claimed to be made for Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Pro. Among other details that they gave away, one thing was very surprising: The handset may not house a Bixby button. This is rather shocking because since Samsung unveiled its digital assistant Bixby, all its premium smartphones have sported a dedicated button for it.
The selfie camera will be placed very differently
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A very key difference between Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and the company’s other flagship Galaxy S10, will be the way their selfie camera is placed. While Galaxy Note 10 devices will also come with an Infinity-O display like Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10 Plus and Galaxy S10e, its selfie camera will be placed in the centre of the top of the display. The Galaxy S10 handsets, on the other hand, had their selfie cameras placed at the side of the top of their screens.
Will ditch the headphone jack
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Another thing that the cases of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Pro revealed that the handset is all set to ditch the 3.5mm headphone jack this time. This may not exactly be good news for many. While one can always wirelessly connect earphones to a smartphone, many agree that the sound quality is better with wired headsets.
Enhanced Sound-on-Display technology
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A recent report has suggested that Samsung is planning to offer an enhanced version of its ‘Sound on Display’ technology on its Galaxy Note 10 phablets. The technology will work in the same way as Samsung Galaxy M40’s did and will produce audio vibrations via the display of the smartphone. This can be true as Samsung always tries its new technologies in mid-range devices before launching them in its premium flagships.
What about the cameras?
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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 phablets are expected to come with triple rear cameras on their back panels. These cameras will be vertically stacked on the devices’ rear panels. While information about the sensors of the cameras is not available, some rumours have suggested that Galaxy Note 10 Pro will come with a ToF sensor too.
Expected price
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Although the actual price of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 will be announced at the Galaxy Unpacked event only, speculations suggest that it will cost $1,100-1,200 (approximately Rs 76,000-82,700).
Samsung Galaxy Fold may launch at the event too
We all know that the Samsung Galaxy Fold, the company’s foldable smartphone, has been delayed indefinitely. A number of issues were found with the hinge design and the screen of the smartphone when some units were sent to members of the tech press for review prior to the launch. It will make complete sense for the company to relaunch the device at the launch of Galaxy Note 10. As of now, it is said to be working on fixing the issues.
Asus has launched a flurry of new gaming laptops in India. Out of its premium range, the Asus Zephyrus GU502 Gaming Laptop has the works. It has a neat design, packs a lot of power and is very luggable. At just 1.9 Kg it is a portable 15.6-inch gaming machine.
Under the hood, Asus Zephyrus GU502 Gaming Laptop has Intel Core i7 9th Gen CPU with a base clock speed of 2.6 GHz. 16GB of RAM comes on board with 512GB PCIe SSD. Over that, Asus ROG is not giving its users the option to upgrade/add more RAM or one more hard drive within the enclosure. All this without voiding the warranty. What you need to do is take it to the nearest Asus centre with an additional RAM or SSD and they will install it for you.
Remember do not do this on your own, or you will end up voiding the warranty. Our first impressions of the laptop are between good to great. This laptop offers latest specs, but looking at its price bracket, some might shy away from it. If bought, this laptop will easily last you half a decade.
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro was launched in two storage variants in India – 4GB RAM/64GB storage and 6GB RAM/128GB storage. But now the company is set to launch another variant of the handset. Xiaomi announced on its social media platform that the series will get a 6GB RAM and 64GB storage variant.
Redmi Note 7 Pro 6GB/64GB storage pricing and availabilityXiaomi has priced Redmi Note 7 Pro 6GB RAM and 64 GB storage variant at Rs 15,999. The company on its official Twitter account revealed the price of the new variant of Redmi Note 7 Pro that it can be purchased through the Online store of the company or through e-commerce website Flipkart. The first sale of the new variant will start from tomorrow 12 noon onwards. To promote the launch of the smartphone, Airtel is offering 4G data up to 1,120 GB to its customers with the device. On the other hand, Reliance customers can avail double data benefits on prepaid recharges of above Rs 198.
To recall Xiaomi launched Redmi Note 7 Pro earlier in February this year. It was released in two storage variants in India 4GB RAM/64GB storage was priced Rs 13,999 and 6GB RAM/128GB storage was priced Rs 16,999. The smartphones come in three colour variants – Neptune Blue, Nebula Red, and Space Black colours.
Redmi Note 7 pro specifications and features:
The rest of the features and specification of the newly launched Redmi Note 7 Pro 6GB RAM and 64 GB are similar to the devices the company launched before.
Redmi Note 7 Pro features a 6.3-inch full-HD+ (1,080×2,340 pixels) display. This comes with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and waterdrop shaped notch. The device runs Android 9 Pie with MIUI 10. The smartphone is powered by octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 SoC and is available in 4GB/ 6GB RAM options paired with 64GB/ 128GB of internal storage. This is expandable by up to 256GB through microSD card. The device houses a 4,000mAh battery that supports Quick Charge 4.0.
On the imaging front, it sports a dual rear camera setup that comes with a 48MP primary sensor with f/1.79 lens and a 5MP secondary sensor. On the front, it has a 13MP sensor that can be used for selfies and video chats. Redmi note 7 Pro camera app comes with features like Artificial Scene Detection, Artificial Intelligence portrait 2.0 with Night mode options.
For connectivity, the device comes with 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
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Vivo is all set to launch its new smartphone – Z1 Pro – in the Indian market today. Prior to its launch, some details and the images of Vivo Z1 Pro have surfaced on the web. Even the company has teased the upcoming smartphone on its social media accounts and Flipkart. Vivo has also set up a dedicated microsite prior to the launch of the smartphone.
Reports with the entire list of specifications of Vivo Z1 Pro have also surfaced online. The company has confirmed that the handset will be powered by the Snapdragon 712 SoC and will sport a 32MP selfie camera. According to the leaks, the smartphone will have a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and will house a 5,000mAh battery. Let’s have a look at the price and specification of the smartphone.
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Vivo Z1 Pro launch: How to watch the live stream
The Chinese smartphone brand will be launching the Vivo Z1 Pro at 11:30 am IST today. Vivo will be live streaming the event on its official YouTube channel. You can head there to watch the launch event of the smartphone. We have also embedded the live-stream video of the Vivo Z1 Pro on this page as well, so you can watch the launch here too.
Vivo Z1 Pro expected specifications and features
Vivo Z1 Pro will sport slim bezels on its edges but will come with a slightly thicker chin at the bottom. The device will reportedly feature a 6.53-inch Full-HD+ LCD display and will run Android 9 Pie skinned with FunTouch OS 9.0. The smartphone will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 712 SoC and will be available in three storage variants – 4GB RAM/ 64GB storage, 6GB RAM/ 64GB storage and 6GB RAM/ 128GB storage. The smartphone will sport a microSD card and will house a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. The device will have a micro-USB port instead of a USB Type-C port.
The handset is rumoured to come with a triple rear camera setup clubbed with an LED flash module. The triple rear camera set up will consist of a 16MP primary sensor, an 8MP secondary lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. Other than this, Vivo Z1 Pro will sport a 32MP selfie camera.
Vivo Z1 Pro expected price
Vivo Z1 Pro is said to be the rebranded version of the Vivo Z5X Pro that was launched in China last month. So, it is expected that the smartphone will be launched at a similar price in India.
Vivo Z5X was priced at CNY 1,398 (approximately Rs. 14,400) for the 4GB RAM/ 64GB storage variant in China. The 6GB RAM/64GB storage model costs CNY 1,498 (approximately Rs 15,400), the 6GB RAM/128GB storage version sells at CNY 1,698 (approximately Rs. 17,400), and the 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant is priced at CNY 1,998 (approximately Rs. 20,500).
Earlier Vivo confirmed that Z1 Pro will be exclusively available on Flipkart.
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Photo messaging app Snapchat launched its own gaming platform called Snap Games in April this year. Now the company has rolled out Bitmoji Tennis Game on Snap Games to celebrate Wimbledon 2019. The game can be found within a personal chat or group chat.
As the name suggests, the newly launched game lets you play tennis with your friends on the app. Bitmojis are basically avatars that Snapchat users can create for themselves. They can choose their clothes, the colour of their skin, hairstyle and more. In addition to this, Bitmoji avatar can also be customized by the user whenever he wants. With the new game, the Bitmojis of players will be able to play tennis.
To access the game, one only has to open the chat of the person they want to play Bitmoji Tennis with or a group chat in case they want more than one participants. After that, they can press on the rocket-shaped icon to access games and then select Bitmoji Tennis.
In the game, you have to tap the screen to serve the ball and run left and right. When you go closer to the ball, the racket will swing automatically. To aim your shot, you can tilt your smartphone. The user can play the new game solo or they can challenge their friends to play a match or hit the courts with a group of friends.
Snapchat users can view their win count by tapping on Stats in the main menu. The user can also view their best streak, longest rally and more. You can also upgrade your Bitmoji’s Tennis racket by viewing ads between games.
On the launch of its new game, Snapchat said in a statement, “All Snap Games are designed for synchronous, high-fidelity mobile gameplay between friends, built on the powerful PlayCanvas game engine. Launched this past April, Snap Games features a curated selection of both first and third-party titles, such as Bitmoji Party and Zynga’s Tiny Royale. Bitmoji Tennis is Snap’s second original title following Bitmoji party and was created in house by Snap Games Studio.”
Since the game is new, it may not be available to everyone. You can check whether you have got it or not by clicking on the Rocket icon. If not, updating the app may get you the new game.
For those unaware, the photo-sharing app launched Snap Games with six new titles that were rolled out all over the world. Bitmoji Party, Tiny Royale, Snake Squad, C.A.T.S. Drift Race, Zombie Rescue Squad and Alphabear Hustle are the games that can be played with your friends on Snapchat. Apart from that, the app also allows its users to live chat with their friends while playing the games.
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Motorola recently launched its One Vision smartphone in India that is priced at Rs 19,999. The Motorola One Vision comes with a 48MP primary camera and is a part of Google’s Android One program. The company has also worked to make its design different from its other devices. But, is the handset worth a buy? Read the rest of our Motorola One Vision review to find out:
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Motorola One Vision design and display
Motorola One Vision is as different from other Motorola smartphones as it can get. It has a curved glass body and comes with rounded corners. It also has a gradient finish and is available in two colours: Bronze Gradient and Sapphire Gradient. Clubbed together, all these factors make it look extremely premium. The smartphone that we got for review was dressed in Sapphire and interestingly, we noticed some very thin lines on the back panel of the smartphone. The device’s colours are darker in the middle of the rear panel and they gradually grow lighter towards the borders. This is something that actually sets Motorola One Vision apart from other smartphones.
The back panel of the Motorola One Vision also comes with an Android One logo, a Motorola batwing logo, a dual rear camera setup module and an LED flash. Since it is made up of glass, the back panel of the handset is prone to catching those pesky fingerprint smudges. However, if you use the smartphone case that ships with the device, you would not face this problem. But then, we should mention that this would hide the good looks of the Motorola One Vision.
Another good aspect of the handset is that it is mostly nice to use with one hand. It was easy to reach all the keys on the smartphone. But it is the top of the display that is a little hard to access with just one hand, since it is a longer than usual phone.
While the body of the smartphone is made up of glass, the edges that outline it are plastic. The power and volume buttons are placed on the right edge and the SIM tray is placed on the left. The bottom edge has a USB Type C port, speaker grilles and a microphone. The top edge houses the 3.5mm headphone jack and the secondary microphone.
Flip over, and you will see the screen of the smartphone that has 21:9 aspect ratio and a hole-punch design. According to the company, the aspect ratio of the device is called the CinemaVision Display. And said that, it is perfect when it comes to watching videos on YouTube and Netflix. On the downside, the company has added an outline around the hole-punch design. This makes it look much bigger than it actually is and this, in a way, may hinder the video-watching experience.
But overall, we are really impressed with the design, the look and feel of the Motorola One Vision smartphone. It really stands out and the company has done something very different this time.
Coming to the 6.3-inch full-HD+ (1,080 x 2,520 pixels) IPS display, as we mentioned earlier, it comes with an aspect ratio of 21:9. With this aspect ratio, you will certainly enjoy watching videos in the landscape mode. Even though there is an outline around the punch-hole design that makes it look even bigger, it did not hinder our viewing experience. However, there will be those who will not agree with us. We really enjoyed watching movies and other videos on the handset.
Considering that a lot of content on Netflix is now in 21:9 format, someone who uses their smartphone to watch it would not regret buying it. However, the same cannot be said for gaming as a lot of games still do not support the said aspect ratio. One may take a while to get used to playing games like this and certain adjustments may have to be made.
But if we specifically speak about the display of the device, the full HD+ screen is good in quality. The sunlight readability is not a problem and the viewing angles are consistent. However, the colours seem to be a little saturated. However, the images are strident and clear, and the video sharpness seems good on the display, too.
Overall, we would say that the display of the Motorola One Vision is another good aspect of the handset. You would not be disappointed if you like watching a lot of videos on your smartphone.
Motorola One Vision performance and cameras
Before we speak about the device’s performance, let’s talk about its specifications. Motorola One Vision runs Android 9.0 Pie and is a part of Google’s Android One program. This means that it will be receiving timely Android and security updates. Over that, it will offer a bloatware-free experience.
Powered by 2.2GHz octa-core Samsung Exynos 9609 SoC, the handset comes with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Users can install a microSD card of up to 512GB, if they feel that they need more storage.
For imaging duties, Motorola One Vision houses a dual rear camera setup that consists of a 48MP primary sensor with OIS and a 5MP secondary lens. The device has a 25MP front-facing snapper that can be used to click selfies and make video calls.
Motorola One Vision houses a 3,500mAh battery that has support for TurboPower fast charging.
As we just mentioned, Motorola One Vision runs stock Android and it a part of the Android One program. This means that the device is guaranteed to receive the Android Q and Android R updates. The handset did not have any bloatware and during our time with it, we did not receive any spam-like notifications. It had a clean user interface and only had some basic apps installed. Motorola’s own Moto app lets users access Moto Actions and Moto Display. The Moto help app is also present on the device.
Motorola One Vision has support for some gestures. For instance, you can do a double chop gesture to turn on the flashlight and tap on the screen with your three fingers to take a screenshot. The device also has a ‘One Button Nav’ feature. Using this, you can go to the home screen with one single tap on the Home button. If you swipe upwards, it will open the multitasking interface. Swiping left will take you back and swiping right takes you to the app you were using earlier. Android Pie’s Digital Wellbeing feature is also present on the device.
Coming to the performance of the smartphone, Samsung’s Exynos 9609 in the handset proves to be very capable of handling most tasks. We did not face any lag or stutter in basic day-to-day work. We even multi-tasked with our smartphone by using it for navigation and watching videos at the same time. But then, it survived it all. We played some very graphic-hungry games like Asphalt 9: Legends on the Motorola One Vision and the device handled it with ease. Even after prolonged usage, the handset did not heat up, which is a big plus considering that it has a glass body.
We even used the device for watching videos. As we mentioned in the Display section, the images were sharp and clear and the quality was great. Even the audio output matched up to it and made the video-watching experience really good.
The call quality of the Motorola One Vision was perfect. We had no trouble even making and receiving calls in areas like basements and elevators.
Coming to the cameras of the Motorola One Vision, the 48Mp primary sensor of the handset captures some really beautiful shots. The images showcased vibrant colours and came with a great number of details. Even when we transferred them to our laptop, they continued to look great.
Like all other handsets with 48MP primary cameras, Motorola One Vision combines four pixels into one to give a 12MP resolution picture. There is no option of taking 48MP resolution images using the camera.
The shots taken in daylight turned out to be very vibrant. If you are someone who likes to see realistic colours, you may find them to be a little saturated, but then, it’s not very noticeable if you aren’t too picky about it.
The macro shots taken using the handset were great too. The colours popped out really well and the image quality did not deteriorate. It also did not have any problem focusing on objects.
The low-light photography using the Night Vision mode was another big plus. We clicked images using the smartphone in areas that were hardly lit. But even then, its performance remained intact. The colours were still bright and the images still had details. We did not notice much noise even in such conditions.
The 25MP selfie camera of the Motorola One Vision also did a very good job during our time with it. The performance of the sensor remains reliable regardless of the lighting conditions. Shots taken with the Portrait mode also turned out to be good and doesn’t overdo the bokeh mode.
The 3,500mAh battery of the smartphone can last an entire day with usage involving social media, web browsing, watching videos and navigation. However, we should mention that most of the handset’s rivals offer a bigger cell. The battery of Motorola One Vision runs out quickly while playing games and doing some heavy-duty tasks.
Verdict
There are a number of things that make Motorola One Vision a good buy at Rs 19,999. It’s 21:9 display, the great camera performance and Stock Android experience are the major highlights of the device. It offers one of the best night photography in the sub-Rs 20,000 segment. The smartphone even proved itself to be capable with most day to day tasks.
Some downsides include battery draining quickly while doing some heavy-duty tasks like gaming and the rather too big hole-punch design on the screen. Samsung Galaxy A50, which directly competes with the smartphone, offers more sensors, a bigger battery and an in-display fingerprint scanner at the same price. But then, if these don’t make too much of a difference to you, you will be happy with the Motorola One Vision.
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Microblogging website Twitter has just rolled out an update for its Android app. With the latest update, Twitter users who access the Android app of the platform will now be able to add up to three people to their live broadcast. The new feature is a part of update version 8.2.0-release.69 and is 17.38MB in size.
Twitter has been pushing the live-streaming feature on its platform for a very long time now. With the latest feature of the app, people would not only be able to live stream various events but will also have the option of adding others to their live broadcast.
With live streams, Twitter wants people to bring out all the sides of a story. So, you can use it for anything that you like. You can live broadcast events, shows, or just use it to show people something that is happening in real time. While until now, one could only give their own opinions in a live stream, by adding up to three people, more point of views about the same event can be shared.
Last year, the microblogging website announced via its own platform that it will now be putting live streams and broadcasts started by accounts that users follow at the top of their timeline. The company said that this would make it easier for people to see events happen in real time. Twitter further added that these would include breaking news, personalities and sports.
The feature was made available for Android as well as iOS. If you don’t know how to begin a live broadcast on Twitter, here are the steps that the company has mentioned on its website:
Swipe left from the home timeline or tap on the camera icon from the composer.
Tap the live mode at the bottom selector.
To go live with audio but not video, tap the microphone at the top right. This will turn off the camera, and you’ll be heard by viewers, but not seen.
Fill in an optional description that will appear as a Tweet, and a location if desired. Then press Go live.
Your live broadcast, with description and location (if added), will appear in a Tweet in your follower’s timeline and on your profile.
South Korean technology giant Samsung had announced on its official Twitter handle its Galaxy M10 smartphone has received a price cut in India. Samsung Galaxy M10 price has been dropped by Rs 1,000 and the device is available at its revised price at Amazon India and the company’s own website. Samsung has announced a price cut on Galaxy M10 as it has sold more than two million units of its M series smartphones. To recall, the device was launched in January this year along with Samsung Galaxy M20.
As we mentioned earlier, Samsung Galaxy M10 has received a price cut of Rs 1,000 as a part of a limited period offer. Samsung Galaxy M10 was launched in two storage device variants. The 2GB/16GB option was launched at Rs 7,990 and after the price drop, the smartphone can be purchased for Rs 6,990. The 3GB/32GB storage model was launched at Rs 8,990 and it can now be purchased at Rs 7,990.
Both the models of the Samsung Galaxy M10 handset are available in two colour options – Ocean Blue and Charcoal Black. As of now, there is no word from the company about how long this new offer is valid till. So we suggest that you act quickly in case you have been planning to buy a budget smartphone that comes with a good set of specifications.
Samsung Galaxy M10 specifications and details
Coming to the specifications of the smartphone, Samsung Galaxy M10 was launched with Android 8.1 Oreo, but currently, the device has started receiving the Android Pie software update in India. The smartphone features a 6.2-inch HD+ (720×1520 pixels) Infinity-V Display panel along with a 19:9 aspect ratio. The smartphone is powered by Samsung’s own Exynos 7870 processor and is available in two variants – one with 2GB of RAM and 16GB storage and the other with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage.
On the camera front, the Samsung Galaxy M10 handset comes with a dual rear camera setup that consists of a 13MP sensor with f/1.9 aperture and a 5MP ultra-wide sensor. For selfies and video calls, there is a 5MP camera with a f/2.0 aperture that is housed on the front panel of the device. The handset has support for face unlock and it houses a 3,400mAh battery. The smartphone from Samsung comes with a micro USB port and can hold a microSD card of up to 512GB.
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Chinese electronics brand Huawei has today launched its new MediaPad T5 tablet in India. Huawei MediaPad T5 comes with a 10.1-inch screen, is powered by 8 core high speed and can hold a microSD card of up to 256GB. Here’s a look at its other key highlights:
Huawei MediaPad T5 specifications
The newly launched tablet by Huawei comes with a 10.1-inch full-HD (1920×1200 pixels) display that has an aspect ratio of 16:10. At the bottom, the device houses a dual speaker layout. According to the company, the high-quality power amplifier system of the tablet brings louder and clearer sound with more flexible low-frequency, and at the same time, it also reduced distortion.
Huawei MediaPad T5 is powered by an octa-core HiSilicon Kirin 659 processor that is clocked at 2.36 GHz. The comes with up to 3GB of RAM and up to 32GB of internal storage. It can also hold a microSD card of up to 256GB. The tablet runs Android 8.0 and comes with an intelligent file management system that helps the user get rid of system cache and debris. Apart from that, the tablet can be connected to Huawei smartphones, Windows PC as well as Mac. This enables users to share their data wirelessly.
For imaging duties, the tablet has a 5MP auto-focus rear camera that has an f/2.4 lens and a 2MP fixed focus selfie camera with an f/2.4 lens. The tablet houses a 5,100mAh battery and in terms of connectivity, it has Wi-Fi, 4G LTE support, GPS, and Micro-USB port.
The tablet comes with a curvature arc on its sides of the tablet and Huawei has touted its anti-fall design too.
In addition to this, the device comes with the parental control feature that lets users set usage limits and customize the content available on the tablet for their kids. Huawei MediaPad T5 also comes with an enhanced eyes comfort mode so that the tablet’s screen does not strain users’ eyes. It also has Blue Ray Filter and Usage Time control.
Huawei MediaPad T5 price and availability
Huawei MediaPad T5 will be available for purchase on Amazon India starting July 10. The tablet comes in two variants- 2GB RAM/16GB storage & 3GB RAM/32GB storage. While the base model is priced at Rs 14,990, the higher-end model costs Rs 16,990. The company is offering a free flip cover and Huawei Earphones AM 12 worth Rs 2,998 along with the tablet as a part of an introductory offer.
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Huawei’s next flagship device – Mate 30 – is expected to launch in the second half of the year. Till now, many had doubts if Huawei would be able to launch the smartphone at all considering the ongoing trade ban from the US. But recently at G20, US President announced a concession for the company in the trade ban. While the exact terms for the concession are not clear as yet, reports suggest that the Chinese smartphone brand is working to introduce its Huawei Mate 30 5G in December this year.
According to a slide that the company officials shared at a conference in Russia, Huawei Mate 30 would also be launched in a 5G variant. This will be the third 5G smartphone by Huawei after Mate X and Mate 20 X 5G.
A report in technology website GSMArena says, “Take that timeline to apply primarily to the Russian market, but it could also be a good indicator of when we can expect the entire Mate 30 family to show up in stores worldwide.”
The renders of the upcoming handset have also surfaced online a few days back. According to the leaks, the front panel of the Huawei Mate 30 Pro would sport thin bezels and come with a hole-punch design. The display of the smartphone will have a dual-lens front facing snapper embedded in it.
Reports also suggest that the smartphone would be available in Red, Black and Blue colours.
According to Chinese website IThome, the upcoming Mate 30 Pro will be powered by a Kirin 985 SoC, a HiSilicon Balong 5000 5G modem and its display will have a refresh rate of 90Hz.
The report also says that the handset will come with 5x optical zoom and 50x digital zoom support, just like Huawei’s current flagship – P30 Pro. The device is said to house a 4,200mAh battery that will have support for a 55W Super Charge fast charging feature.
Huawei Mate 30 Pro will also reportedly feature a 6.71-inch curved OLED display and it is expected to come with a QHD+ resolution.
A few months back, the company also launched its Huawei P30 Pro smartphone that comes with a quad-camera setup. The device made headlines because it comes with up to 50x digital zoom – a capability that is not present in any other smartphone till now.
It would be interesting to see how the company makes its upcoming Huawei Mate 30 Pro different from its current flagship device.
Ever wondered why your number of followers never escalated to the desired digits on Instagram? Well, you are not the only one pondering upon it. Instagram is one of the most influential platforms, especially in 2019. By introducing new fads and queer tasks, it remained to be in the hot topics of media, today. But that’s not the topic we are here to discuss. It’s how to get more followers on Instagram in 2019. To attain that, below are some of the tips you should consider while operating your Instagram account.
Discover your interest:
Only if you know what you are good at and what you want to do, you can come up with some creative and exclusive posts. Let’s take the example of a fashion blogger. There are a plethora of fashion bloggers on Instagram, but not all get the recognition they long for. Only those who creatively and persistently post on the same topic become an authority. Your interest could be anything, be it dancing, singing, painting, drama, etcetera. You should always work upon it and make your post speak of your talent/skills.
Tag…Tag…Tag:
There are myriads of users who might find your work/profile interesting yet are unaware of it. Always use appropriate tags for your posts. You can also tag celebrities and official accounts on Instagram whom you find relevant to your post. If they like your post/profile, chances are you might get a free shout out.
Maintain Consistency:
Even if people like your profile and follow you for your work, there are chances that they may soon unfollow you if they find the account inactive. A passive user has never been cheered and thus been followed by a few.
Style your Stories:
Style your stories in a way that makes them more interactive on Instagram. Ask questions such as about the latest trends, big news, of your interest, etc. You can also seek suggestions for your coming posts. This may help you to know the taste of your followers and their interests as well. Polling is also a good option to get active participation of your followers. Stories in 2019 will be the biggest factor to get more followers, so use them well. Also, do not forget to use a hashtag in each of your stories. That will get you extra views and followers.
Switched to Public account yet?
We have seen many making this mistake and then they wonder why isn’t their count going up. Keeping your Instagram Account private often restricts people’s visit to your profile. Also, if you are tagging pages and other accounts there are equal chances that they might view your post but would not be able to repost or share it with their respective followers. You surely don’t want that? A public account is a must to get more active followers.
In nutshell, Instagram has brought multitudes of opportunities for you to unveil your hidden talent and let the world know who you are. All it requires you to be consistent in updating your posts and know your target audience. Appropriate use of hashtags and a mix of above points. This will surely get the ball rolling.
Chinese smartphone brand Xiaomi is all set to launch its Mi CC9 and Mi CC9e handsets at an event in China today. According to official teasers and some leaks that have surfaced online, the Mi C99 will sport a gradient design and sport a triple rear camera setup. A few of the colour options of the smartphone have also been revealed. Another edition of the device – Mi CC9 Meitu Custom Edition – is also expected to be launched by Xiaomi today. Here’s a look at the launch details of the Mi C99 series of smartphones:
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Xiaomi Mi C99 series launch detail, how to watch the live stream
Xiaomi Mi C99’s launch event will begin at 7:00 pm CST, which is 4:30 pm IST. The event will be live streamed on the company’s Weibo channel as well as Xiaomi’s official website. You can also stay tuned with us to get all the updates of the launch of the smartphones.
Xiaomi Mi CC9, Mi CC9e price (expected)
Mi CC9 is expected to be launched in three storage variants – 6GB RAM/128GB storage, 8GB RAM/128GB storage, and 8GB RAM/256GB storage. While the former is said to be priced at CNY 2,599 (approximately Rs 26,200), the 8GB RAM/128GB storage and 8GB RAM/256GB storage variants will reported cost CNY 2,799 (approximately Rs 28,200) and CNY 3,099 (approximately Rs 31,300).
Coming to the Mi CC9e, it will also be available in three storage variants – 6GB RAM/64GB storage, 6GB RAM/128GB storage, and 8GB RAM/128GB storage. The base model is said to cost CNY 1,599 (approximately Rs 16,100), the 6GB RAM/128GB storage version will reportedly be priced at CNY 1,899 (approximately Rs 19,200) and the most high-end model will be priced at CNY 2,199 (approximately Rs 22,200).
As of now, no information about the price of Mi CC9e Meitu Custom Edition is available.
Xiaomi Mi CC9, Mi CC9e, Mi CC9 Meitu Custom Edition specifications (expected)
The company has already confirmed that Mi CC9 will come with a 48MP primary sensor and a 32MP selfie camera. It has been reported that the device will come up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Xiaomi has also confirmed that the device will come with a Super Night Scene mode for better low-light photography.
According to Mi CC9’s listing on TENAA, the handset will feature a 6.39-inch (1080×2340 pixels) AMOLED display and will be powered by an octa-core processor. The device will house a 3,940mAh battery that will support 27W fast charging.
Coming to the Mi CC 9e, it will come with a design similar to that of Mi CC9 and will sport a gradient back panel and a waterdrop-shaped notch. According to TENNA, the device will feature a 6.08-inch display and house triple rear cameras. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 SoC, the smartphone will pack a 3,940mAh battery.
Lastly, Mi CC9 Meitu Custom Edition, the smartphone will come with a gradient finish too, but it will be different as compared to Mi CC9. However, it will also have a triple rear camera setup. According to its listing on TENAA, the handset will sport a 6.39-inch (1080×2340 pixels) display and will house up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB storage.
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Last month, registrations for PUBG Lite finally opened in India and the company promised a number of freebies for the participants. In case you have already registered for PUBG Lite and are only waiting to try the watered down version of the game, you would be happy to know that you don’t have to wait too long now. PUBG Corp. has today announced that the beta version of PUBG Lite will begin on July 4 in India and a few other countries.
Starting July 4, PUBG Lite servers in India will be going live and this means that everybody who has registered for the beta version of the game will be able to begin playing it. Besides India, the Beta version will be going live in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
It is worth noticing that PUBG Lite beta in India will also have support for Hindi language.
Speaking about the upcoming update, Brady Choi, VP and Head of PUBG LITE at PUBG Corporation said, “We are very pleased to be able to introduce PUBG LITE to users all over the world. We have a lot of passionate PUBG players in South Asia, so it represents an important area of focus for us.”
To recall, PUBG Lite pre-registrations went live in India last month and the event codes will arrive on email on July 11. A number of in-game items that will be given away as freebies to the people who have pre-registered for PUBG Lite in India have also been announced by the company. We should mention that the pre-registration for PUBG Lite beta testing is still open in India. So, in case you have not registered yet, you still have time to do it. As of now, there is no clarity on how long PUBG Lite’s beta testing will go on. There is also no word about when will the game release for those who do not want to test the beta version.
Coming to the freebies that are being offered by the company, Tiger M416 and the Cheetah parachute skins will be given away to people as event rewards. The company has also added that is the number of people who pre-register reach 1,00,000, the participants will also get punk glasses, a black scarf, and bloody combat pants. Furthermore, if the pre-registration number crosses 2,00,000, then participants will get a gold PUBG scarf, a red sports top and a yellow-black striped long-sleeved shirt.
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Samsung Galaxy A80 made quite a stir world over with its flip cameras. The latest innovation in the A-series of Galaxy smartphones, Samsung might have a sure-shot winner in its hands. Due to some unknown reasons, the launch of the Samsung Galaxy A80 was delayed last month. Now reports have come in that the smartphone has started selling in some parts of the world.
It was initially supposed to sell in China, Australia, Hong Kong, Middle East, New Zealand, Russia, India and some parts of Europe. This was supposed to take place in May or early June, but because of unforeseen reasons, the launch got delayed. Now Samsung has announced that the sale has started in a handful of European markets like Spain and Switzerland. This will be followed by other markets in Asia. And India will be one of them. Industry insiders have told Gadget Bridge that the smartphone is likely to come to India by mid-end of July.
For the unknown, the Samsung Galaxy A80 comes with a rotating camera module, which has three cameras on it. These include a 48MP sensor with aperture f/2.0, next is an 8MP sensor with aperture f/2.2 (this is the wide-angle sensor) and third tertiary sensor that manages depth in the image. Since it is a rotating camera, the top part of the smartphone raises and the cameras flip to become the selfie cameras. Hence, there is no need for a selfie camera on this device.
Inside, it has Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G octa-core chipset that is accoiled with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The Samsung Galaxy A80 comes with a 6.7-inch vertical display. This is an FHD+ touchscreen with 20:9 aspect ratio and 1,080×2,400 pixels resolution. Since there is no separate selfie camera on this mobile phone, the AMOLED screen is edge to edge without any camera cut-outs or punch-holes.
The Samsung Galaxy A80 gets its electronic juice from a 3,700 mAh battery and it is said that a 25W super-fast charger comes within the box. Yes, before we forget the storage is expandable using a microSD card up to 512 GB.
The price of the Samsung galaxy a80 in the European markets has been kept at EUR 649 that is roughly Rs 50,700. Our sources tell us that the price in India is going to be sub-Rs 50K. Which could be something that can make this smartphone a good seller. Our only apprehension is that it will go up against its own sibling – the Samsung Galaxy S10E.
If we ask you what your favourite smartphone of all time is, what would you say? Asking this question can get a variety of answers. But then, some handsets are such that they will be on everyone’s list of favourites. Here, we have compiled a list of iconic smartphones that are definitely going to make you nostalgic. Take a look:
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Nokia 3310
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Whenever we think of iconic smartphones, the first name that pops-up in our head is Nokia. And when we think of Nokia, the first phone that comes to our mind is the Nokia 3310 because of the kind of popularity it enjoyed. The iconic smartphone was launched in the 2000s and it introduced the world to the Snake II mobile game. The company has also relaunched the device in 2017 with 3G connectivity and a revamped version of the Snake game.
Nokia 8110
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The next on our list is the Banana phone by Nokia that we all remember from the Matrix. The most highlighted feature of the device was a mechanical slider that hid the keyboard behind it. The slider also came with an integrated microphone. The company has also launched a revamped version of Nokia 8110 last year at MWC 2018.
Moto RAZR V3
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Moto RAZR V3 was not only a smartphone. It was a style statement. The clamshell phone had a beautiful design and was launched by Motorola in 2003. As the name suggests, the device was extremely thin and came with an aluminium body.
Apple iPhone
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This is where it all began. Steve Jobs launched the first ever Apple iPhone in 2007 and it changed the smartphone industry forever. It was the first time that the saw a handset that came without a physical keypad. iPhone was a revolutionary device and all other companies started building smartphones only after it was launched. It simply cannot be not present in any list of iconic smartphones.
Nokia N-Gage
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Our list of iconic smartphones is full of devices from Nokia. But then, it cannot possibly be complete without Nokia N-Gage. The smartphone comes with a portable gaming console and interestingly, its earpiece and microphone were not laced on the top and bottom. Instead, they were placed on the sides. We haven’t ever seen a smartphone like this one again.
Sony Ericsson K750
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Sony Ericsson smartphones were very popular at a time for their audio quality and cameras. Sony Ericsson’s K750 was also not an exception to this. The candy bar phone had a joystick for navigation and was immensely popular with the masses for its imaging and audio capabilities.
BlackBerry Pearl 8100
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We can’t make a list of iconic handsets without including some names from BlackBerry in it. The company’s Pearl 8100 was a device that was aimed at business executives. It came with a SureType keyboard and came with a 1.3MP camera. The handset had a colour screen and BlackBerry had touted its security features.
Nokia 6600
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The Nokia 6600 was launched in 2003, and it became an instant hit with the masses. It was one among the earliest smartphones from Nokia and it was powered by Symbian OS and sport a VGA rear camera. But then, it has support for voice-calling. An interesting feature on the smartphone was its joystick that would move in five directions.
Samsung Galaxy Note
Image courtesy: WikipediaSamsung is one among the first names that pops up in our minds when we think of Android handsets. The first ever Galaxy Note was launched by the company in 2011. Samsung Galaxy Note came with a 5.3-inch touchscreen display and it led the way for other devices that come with big-screens. It had to be present on our list of iconic smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy S II
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Samsung Galaxy S II as another revolutionary smartphone by Samsung. The device had a slim body and came with powerful internals. It was one among the few handsets that could compete well with the iPhone. It was a bit hit with the masses and made Samsung the company that it is today.
Nokia 9210 Communicator
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Nokia 9201 Communicator is one among the most iconic devices from the company and it catered to those who were involved in the business. The device opened up like a laptop to show its keyboard. The handset had a coloured display and it could be used to send and receive fax. Other useful features of the Nokia 9210 Communicator included emails and a unit converter.
Nokia N95
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Nokia N95 phone was launched in 2007 and it was powered by Symbian S60. the unique feature of Nokia N95 was its two-way sliding mechanism using which one could access the keypad and some media keys. The device housed a 5MP primary camera and even had support for Wi-Fi connectivity.
Motorola Moto G
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While Motorola’s RAZR V3 was a style statement, the Moto G was an entry-level handset. The smartphone came with removable covers and offered a nearly stock Android experience to its users. It was refreshing to see a smartphone like this at a time when most others were full of bloatware.
Sony Ericsson W880
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Another device by Sony on our list of iconic smartphones, the Ericsson W880 was launched when people had only started using smartphones to store and listen to music. The smartphone was touted to hold up to 900 songs in its 1GB memory and other than this, it came with a 2MP camera.
BlackBerry Bold
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Last on the list of iconic smartphones, but definitely not the least, is BlackBerry Bold. The smartphone had a leather-like back and a rolling ball to move around various icons. But probably the most iconic feature on the device is its QWERTY keypad.
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Japanese technology company Sony’s exit from the smartphone business in India means that the company has completely started focussing on its popular TV and entertainment ranges as well as sound products. The latest among these that the company has launched in India is Sony HT-Z9F premium 3.1 channel soundbar, that has a dedicated sub-woofer and an optional rear surround speaker. The speakers can help in upgrading the setup to a 5.1 channel.
The newly launched Sony HT Z9F is priced at Rs 59,990 in the country and can now be bought at pre-orders at Sony stores, major multi-brand electronic retailers and even e-commerce portals. The sound bar comes with a three-channel bar speaker that has a dedicated wireless sub-woofer included in it. Besides this, buyers also get an option to add Sony’s SA-Z9R wireless rear-channel speakers that are worth Rs 9,990. These speakers have been specifically designed to use with HT-Z9F soundbar.
As a part of an introductory offer, buyers who pre-book the Sony HT-Z9F will be able to get the SA-ZPR speakers without any additional cost. The soundbar is compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X and comes with the company’s own Vertical Surround Engine, that is supposed to enhance the surround sound quality of the device. It does so by virtually simulating overhead and surround channels of the soundbar. We should mention that Sony has claimed that the soundbar has a virtual 7.1.2-channel surround sound experience.
In addition to this, the Sony HT-Z9F has support for 4K, HDR and Dolby Vision passthrough that comes with HDMI ARC for connectivity. The soundbar also comes with Bluetooth, LAN, USB, and Optical-In connectivity. The soundbar also has support for Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. Other than this, the new soundbar from Sony also comes with Wi-Fi and has a built-in Chromecast. So, you can use it along with compatible devices to cast it on televisions.
The Sony HT-Z9F soundbar also has a remote control. While the device has already gone on pre-orders in the country, it will only go on sale on July 8. As compared to Sony HT-X8500 soundbar, the newly launched device is an upgrade in terms of capabilities and features. But then, while Sony HT Z95F soundbar is priced at Rs 59,990, the HT-X8500 cost Rs 30,990. If you opt for the Sony HT-X8500, you will get features like Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Vertical Surround Engine compatibility, but not the support for Chromecast or Dolby Vision.
PUBG Mobile India Tour 2019, that is sponsored by Oppo, is all set to kick off today. Tencent Games, the company behind PUBG Mobile has said that with the tour, they attempt to discover PUBG Mobile talent from all over India. The tournament will go on for four months and it is the biggest e-sports endeavour that has ever been attempted in the country.
As a part of the tournament, online events with regional finals in four parts of India will be held. India Tour 2019 is said to be the country’s first multi-tiered tournament and the regional finals will be held in Jaipur, Guwahati, Pune and Vizag. The grand finale of the tournament will be held in Kolkata in the month of October 2019. Here’s a look at the calendar:
Phase
No. of Teams Qualifying
Dates
Registration
No Limits
Group A: Jaipur– 1st July-14th July
Group B: Guwahati– 1st July-28th July
Group C: Pune– 1st July- 11th August
Group D: Vizag– 1st July- 25th August
In-Game Qualifier
No Limits
Group A: Jaipur– 15th July-21st July
Group B: Guwahati– 29th July-4th August
Group C: Pune– 12th August – 18th August
Group D: Vizag– 26th August- 1st September
Online Playoffs
2000
Group A: Jaipur– 29th July-10th August
Group B: Guwahati– 12th August – 24th August
Group C: Pune– 26th August – 7th September
Group D: Vizag– 9th September – 21st September
Group Finals
4 from each group
Group A: Jaipur– 25th August
Group B: Guwahati– 8th September
Group C: Pune– 22nd September
Group D: Vizag– 6th October
Wild Card
64
8th October-11th October
Grand Finals
20
20th October
The tour is being held in partnership with Oppo F11 Pro. In fact, the tag line of the event is also ‘Be The Pro With The F11 Pro’. The device comes with a 6.5-inch display screen that has a screen to body ratio of 90.9% and it delivers larger images and more visual space that provides a more eye-catching entertainment and gaming experiences. In addition to this, the VOOC 3.0 fast charging capabilities will also help in elevating the experience of the playing games on the smartphone. The company has also said that the Helio P70 processor of the device that comes with Hyperboost will optimize the memory in a way that the game will be able to make the most of the RAM that is available. This, in turn, will be able to enhance the loading speeds and touch sensitivity. This basically means more chances of winning the chicken dinner.
Oppo PUBG Mobile India Tour 2019 is open to all Indian residents who have crossed the Tier Platinum 5 or level 20 in the game. The registrations for the same are open to all. As we mentioned earlier, it is a nation-wide tournament with regional finals in four cities. The company has also announced a prize pool of Rs 1.5 crore.
Category
Award
Prize
Awarded To
Individual
The Chosen One
₹50,000
Player with maximum MVPs
Individual
The Annihilator
₹50,000
Player with highest damage score
Individual
The Wanderer
₹50,000
Player with maximum foot travel
Individual
Headshot Expert
₹50,000
Player with most headshots
Squad
The Exterminators
₹1,00,000
Squad with most kills
Squad
The Grenadiers
₹1,00,000
Squad with most grenade kills
Users from all over the country will be able to select any one of the four cities when they register for the tournament. While there is no restriction in the number of players who will register in a group, however, the number of registrations by a participant is limited to one. The company has also said that the squad members of a particular team are not restricted by geographical region. Different squad members of one team can hail from any city in India.
The matches in the game will be played across all four maps that are spread over various rounds. The rounds will be a mix of First-Person as well as Third-Person perspective modes and will accommodate a comprehensive experience for the players.
According to Tencent Games, the top 500 teams from each group will be selected for ‘Online Playoffs’. For group finals, 20 of the best teams will be shortlisted to compete and then, top four teams from each group will receive direct promotions to the grand finale.
In addition to this, top 64 teams (16 teams from each group final) eliminated during the online playoffs will receive another opportunity to prove their might via the newly introduced wild card rounds, out of which 4 squads will make it to the grand finale.
Commenting on the announcement of the PUBG MOBILE India Tour 2019, Aneesh Aravind, General Manager, Tencent Games India said, “We are focusing on developing e-sports to be accessible to millions of PUBG MOBILE players in India, to participate and watch, no matter where they are in India. The open-for-all large-scale tournament format of PMIT enables any player to participate and experience the thrill of the competition. We are collaborating with popular content creators to cast and live stream the matches on YouTube & Facebook in multiple languages to improve the viewing experience. By bringing the finals to 5 cities we are hoping to engage and excite our player base across India and make PMIT, uniquely Indian.”
Speaking on the announcement, Mr Charles Wong, CEO OPPO India, President OPPO South Asia, said, “As the gaming trend is continuously increasing amongst the youth, OPPO’s centre of attention is to meet the growing needs of the youth and provide them with a smartphone that ensures a flawless gaming experience. Our innovative and disruptive technology coupled with gripping features ensures a smooth gaming experience to enjoy games such as PUBG MOBILE. OPPO has been an advocate of youth participating in gaming through their partnerships with Tencent Games. The new OPPO F11 Pro’s powerful hardware provides consumers with an immersive experience with upgraded graphics, better sound and an overall smooth performance. This partnership is another exciting chance for us to formulate a community of gamers who can have the best gaming experience.”
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Xiaomi’s Redmi 7A smartphone is all set to launch in India on July 4. The launch date of the handset has been confirmed via a dedicated microsite on Flipkart. Since the handset’s microsite has popped-up on Flipkart, we can safely assume that the device will be exclusively available on the website. But then, the Redmi 7A will obviously also be available on Mi.com and Mi Home stores too.
The smartphone was launched in China in May this year and it is basically a watered down version of the Redmi 7. The handset is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 439 SoC and it houses a 4,000mAh battery. To recall, last week, Xiaomi India’s managing director Manu Kumar Jain teased the India launch of the Redmi 7A, but then, he did not give a specific release date. He also added that the Redmi 7A smartphone in India will come with an upgrade that the China variant does not have.
Coming to the Flipkart microsite, it has called the Redmi 7A as “Smart Desh Ka Smartphone.” While the website has not confirmed any details around the price and availability of the Redmi 7A, the listing does say that it will be launched on July 4. It also says that the smartphone will come with a “fast processor”, a “Facebook-ready camera” and a “long lasting battery.”
Earlier, Xiaomi’s Redmi 7A smartphone was launched in China in May this year in 16GB and 32GB storage variants. And as we mentioned earlier, Jain teased the launch of the Redmi 7A in India last week. The handset comes as a watered-down variant of the Redmi 7 that was launched in India in April this year. The India variant of Redmi 7A will be a little different from the model that was launched in China. Jain also specified in his tweet that Xiaomi will be upgrading a “massive” feature in the smartphone for its launch in India. However, he has not specified which feature he is talking about.
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Redmi 7A price in India (expected)
In China, the Redmi 7A smartphone is priced at CNY 549 (approximately Rs 5,500) for its 16GB storage variant, and its 32GB storage model will cost CNY 599 (approximately Rs 6,000). The handset is available in Matte Black and Blue colours. In India too, the smartphone is expected to be priced on similar lines.
Redmi 7A specifications
As of now, we only know about the specifications of the China variant of the Redmi 7A smartphone. The device comes with support for dual SIM card and runs Android 9.0 Pie skinned with MIUI 10. The handset features a 5.45-inch HD (720×1440 pixels) display that has an aspect ratio of 18:9. Powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 processor, the Redmi 7A comes with 2GB of RAM.
On the imaging front, the device comes with a 13MP rear camera with an LED flash. For selfies and video calls, there is a 5MP front-facing snapper with AI Face Unlock.
As we mentioned earlier, the smartphone is available in 16GB and 32GB storage options and can also hold a microSD card. The handset houses a 4,000mAh battery.
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Cupertino-based technology giant Apple’s head of services and programming has said that the company is focussing on quality rather than quantity when it comes to its upcoming Apple TV+ service. This weekend, a report surfaced online that quotes Apple‘s senior vice president of Internet Software and Services, Eddy Cue. He has reportedly spoken about what people can expect from the service that is all set to launch later this fall.
According to the report in The Sunday Times, Apple will not be following the Netflix model and will instead be releasing as much original content as possible in order to attract viewers. Cue has also said that the company will not be “creating the most” original content for users, but then, it will definitely be “creating the best.”
When he was quizzed about Netflix’s model, Cue said that there is “nothing wrong with that model, but it’s not our model.”
We should mention that Apple is a latecomer to the video streaming industry, that is currently being led by Netflix, Amazon and Hulu. These services already have their loyalists and all of them have their own library of original content too. Other companies that are joining in include Disney, NBCUniversal, and Warner Bros. All of them have announced their own platforms that will launch either this year or in 2020.
Cue has also said that Apple has never tried to be the first when it comes to any product or service, but it has always focussed on being the best. He said, “We try to be the best, and we don’t have to be the first to be the best.” He also added that Apple doesn’t “know a lot about television other than we are big consumers of it.” However, he said that the company is finding the best people to do the job for them.
It is worth adding that Apple has brought some high-profile Hollywood executives like Jamie Erlicht, Zack Van Amburg and Jay Hunt for the job. Other than this, the company has also signed up a number of celebrities like J.J. Abrams, Steven Spielberg, Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston for Apple TV+.
The company unveiled its Apple TV+ service at an event earlier this year. There, a number of celebrities were present and they announced what shows they would be working on for Apple’s upcoming TV service.
Apple is not planning to produce the same amount of content as its competitors are, but its promising to have the best quality of shows. We will have to wait till fall to see whether it lives up to that or not.
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Taiwanese technology company Asus launched its 6Z smartphone in India last month. While the 6GB RAM/64GB storage variant of the Asus 6Z smartphone went on sale in India last week, the 6GB RAM/128GB storage model and 8GB RAM/256GB storage variant will be made available for purchase today.
A number of launch offers will be available on the smartphone too. We should mention that Asus 6Z is the India variant of the Zenfone 6, which is the current flagship handset of the company. The device comes with features like a 6.4-inch full HD+ display, a massive 5,000mAh battery, a rotating camera module and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 855 processor. Here’s everything you need to know about the sale details and launch offers available with the Asus 6Z smartphone:
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Asus 6Z price in India, sale details and launch offers
The Asus 6Z smartphone’s 6GB RAM/128GB storage variant and 8GB RAM/256GB storage model are priced in India at Rs 34,999 and Rs 39,999 respectively. Both the models of the handset will be available via Flipkart in the country and the sale will begin at 12 pm IST. Other than this, you can also pick up a 6GB RAM/64GB storage model from Flipkart that is priced at Rs 31,999. Asus 6Z handset is available in Midnight Black and Twilight Silver colour options.
As a part of the launch offers, Flipkart’s Complete Mobile Protection can be bought at Rs 99. Otherwise, this is available for Rs 3,999 on the website. An instant 5% discount is also offered to those who make the purchase via Axis Bank Buzz credit cards.
Asus 6Z specifications
Asus 6Z smartphone has support for dual SIM cards and runs Android 9.0 Pie skinned with Zen UI 6. The handset features a 6.4-inch full HD+ IPS screen and is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor clubbed with Adreno 640 GPU. It offers up to 8GB of RAM and comes with up to 256GB of internal storage. It can also hold a microSD card of up to 2TB.
Asus 6Z smartphone houses a 5,000mAh battery that has support for Quick Charge 4.0 and for imaging duties, it comes with dual rear cameras that are placed in a flip module. The setup comprises of a 48MP primary sensor that has an f/1.79 aperture and a 13MP ultra-wide-angle sensor. They can be used for regular shots as well as for taking selfies.
In terms of connectivity, Asus 6Z comes with 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5,0, GPS, NFC, FM radio, USB Type C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
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Samsung Galaxy A50 has started receiving the June Security update in India. The new update carries version number A505FDDU2ASF2. Apart from regular security improvements, the new update gets a few extra features in Samsung Galaxy A50 like Night mode and slow-mo video recording.
Apart from this, the new update also brings a new feature to the handset that has already been included in a few devices by the company that allows you to scan QR codes through the camera app without the need of Bixby Vision.
According to a report by SamMobile, some of the owners of the Galaxy A50 are unable to use the slow-mo feature after updating to the June Security update. Earlier, when Samsung Galaxy A30 and Galaxy A40 received a regular update, users could not access the slow-mo camera mode. It was required to reset some camera settings in order to access it. Other Samsung devices that have received the slow-mo feature include Galaxy S9, Galaxy Note 9 and the Galaxy S10.
If you own a Samsung Galaxy A50 and are facing a similar problem, then resetting camera settings would help you. Just open the camera settings and then scroll down to the bottom and tap on ‘Reset’.
The new update also gets the ability to scan QR Codes without Bixby Vision. The new feature uses the Camera app to scan the codes. Recently, the company rolled out the same feature to Samsung’s Galaxy S9, Galaxy Note 9 and the Galaxy S10.
As we mentioned earlier, the new June security update also comes with a few improvements and fixes for problems that were affecting the device’s software and performance. Users of Samsung Galaxy A50 who have not yet received the June security patch on their devices can try updating their handset manually.
For getting the latest update to your smartphone manually, one can go to the Settings app and then tap on the option of ‘Software update’ in the menu. After that, they would have to press on the ‘Download and Install’ option. Other than this, users can also try updating their smartphone from the company’s database. Another option to update the device is by accessing the Samsung Smart Switch on their desktops.
We should mention that Samsung Galaxy A50 has been launched by the company this year and its key highlight is its triple rear camera setup.
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Coming back to Samsung Galaxy Fold, Koh told The Independent that the South Korean technology giant has “defined all of the issues and all of the problems.” He also added that the company has also tested 2,000 units of the Galaxy Fold. But then, it seems like this time he isn’t ready to take a chance. He said that the handset is not ready yet and that the company would need “a bit more time” before the launch.
He concluded by saying, “I do admit I missed something on the foldable phone, but we are in the process of recovery.”
Coming back to Samsung Galaxy Fold, Koh told The Independent that the South Korean technology giant has “defined all of the issues and all of the problems.” He also added that the company has also tested 2,000 units of the Galaxy Fold. But then, it seems like this time he isn’t ready to take a chance. He said that the handset is not ready yet and that the company would need “a bit more time” before the launch.
He concluded by saying, “I do admit I missed something on the foldable phone, but we are in the process of recovery.”
With the launch of the new platform, Samsung is trying to get more developers to create for its marketplace. The company has even said that it has plans of unveiling more at its developer conference that will be held in fall this year in San Jose, California.
Bixby marketplace is now available for users in the United States and Korea and it is expected to be rolled out to other important markets for Samsung soon.
In an unrelated piece of news, Samsung has also announced that it is all set to launch its Galaxy Note 10 handset at its Galaxy Unpacked event that will be scheduled for August 7 this year. We should mention that the event will be hosted at Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, New York City.
Although the company has not confirmed this yet, reports suggest that it will be launching two devices with different screen sizes instead of one this time. Other than this, Samsung is also expected to unveil its Galaxy Fold and its much awaited Galaxy Home speaker at the event.
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With the launch of the new platform, Samsung is trying to get more developers to create for its marketplace. The company has even said that it has plans of unveiling more at its developer conference that will be held in fall this year in San Jose, California.
Bixby marketplace is now available for users in the United States and Korea and it is expected to be rolled out to other important markets for Samsung soon.
In an unrelated piece of news, Samsung has also announced that it is all set to launch its Galaxy Note 10 handset at its Galaxy Unpacked event that will be scheduled for August 7 this year. We should mention that the event will be hosted at Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, New York City.
Although the company has not confirmed this yet, reports suggest that it will be launching two devices with different screen sizes instead of one this time. Other than this, Samsung is also expected to unveil its Galaxy Fold and its much awaited Galaxy Home speaker at the event.
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For imaging duties, the handset comes with a triple rear camera setup that comprises of a 48MP primary sensor, an 8MP secondary sensor and a 2MP sensor. On the front, there is a 32MP selfie camera. The Mi CC9 houses a 4,030mAh battery and it also has a fingerprint scanner embedded in its screen.
For imaging duties, the handset comes with a triple rear camera setup that comprises of a 48MP primary sensor, an 8MP secondary sensor and a 2MP sensor. On the front, there is a 32MP selfie camera. The Mi CC9 houses a 4,030mAh battery and it also has a fingerprint scanner embedded in its screen.
We all know that the Samsung Galaxy Fold, the company’s foldable smartphone, has been delayed indefinitely. A number of issues were found with the hinge design and the screen of the smartphone when some units were sent to members of the tech press for review prior to the launch. It will make complete sense for the company to relaunch the device at the launch of Galaxy Note 10. As of now, it is said to be working on fixing the issues.
Samsung unveiled its Galaxy Home speaker at the launch of its Galaxy Note 9. However, until now, the company has not launched the device yet. Samsung recently said that it will be shipping the speaker sometime in Q3 2019. So, the Galaxy Note 10 launch seems to be the event when Samsung will launch the device finally.
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Samsung unveiled its Galaxy Home speaker at the launch of its Galaxy Note 9. However, until now, the company has not launched the device yet. Samsung recently said that it will be shipping the speaker sometime in Q3 2019. So, the Galaxy Note 10 launch seems to be the event when Samsung will launch the device finally.
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On the launch of its new game, Snapchat said in a statement, “All Snap Games are designed for synchronous, high-fidelity mobile gameplay between friends, built on the powerful PlayCanvas game engine. Launched this past April, Snap Games features a curated selection of both first and third-party titles, such as Bitmoji Party and Zynga’s Tiny Royale. Bitmoji Tennis is Snap’s second original title following Bitmoji party and was created in house by Snap Games Studio.”
Since the game is new, it may not be available to everyone. You can check whether you have got it or not by clicking on the Rocket icon. If not, updating the app may get you the new game.
For those unaware, the photo-sharing app launched Snap Games with six new titles that were rolled out all over the world. Bitmoji Party, Tiny Royale, Snake Squad, C.A.T.S. Drift Race, Zombie Rescue Squad and Alphabear Hustle are the games that can be played with your friends on Snapchat. Apart from that, the app also allows its users to live chat with their friends while playing the games.
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On the launch of its new game, Snapchat said in a statement, “All Snap Games are designed for synchronous, high-fidelity mobile gameplay between friends, built on the powerful PlayCanvas game engine. Launched this past April, Snap Games features a curated selection of both first and third-party titles, such as Bitmoji Party and Zynga’s Tiny Royale. Bitmoji Tennis is Snap’s second original title following Bitmoji party and was created in house by Snap Games Studio.”
Since the game is new, it may not be available to everyone. You can check whether you have got it or not by clicking on the Rocket icon. If not, updating the app may get you the new game.
For those unaware, the photo-sharing app launched Snap Games with six new titles that were rolled out all over the world. Bitmoji Party, Tiny Royale, Snake Squad, C.A.T.S. Drift Race, Zombie Rescue Squad and Alphabear Hustle are the games that can be played with your friends on Snapchat. Apart from that, the app also allows its users to live chat with their friends while playing the games.
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Considering that a lot of content on Netflix is now in 21:9 format, someone who uses their smartphone to watch it would not regret buying it. However, the same cannot be said for gaming as a lot of games still do not support the said aspect ratio. One may take a while to get used to playing games like this and certain adjustments may have to be made.
But if we specifically speak about the display of the device, the full HD+ screen is good in quality. The sunlight readability is not a problem and the viewing angles are consistent. However, the colours seem to be a little saturated. However, the images are strident and clear, and the video sharpness seems good on the display, too.
Overall, we would say that the display of the Motorola One Vision is another good aspect of the handset. You would not be disappointed if you like watching a lot of videos on your smartphone.
For imaging duties, Motorola One Vision houses a dual rear camera setup that consists of a 48MP primary sensor with OIS and a 5MP secondary lens. The device has a 25MP front-facing snapper that can be used to click selfies and make video calls.
Motorola One Vision houses a 3,500mAh battery that has support for TurboPower fast charging.
As we just mentioned, Motorola One Vision runs stock Android and it a part of the Android One program. This means that the device is guaranteed to receive the Android Q and Android R updates. The handset did not have any bloatware and during our time with it, we did not receive any spam-like notifications. It had a clean user interface and only had some basic apps installed. Motorola’s own Moto app lets users access Moto Actions and Moto Display. The Moto help app is also present on the device.
Motorola One Vision has support for some gestures. For instance, you can do a double chop gesture to turn on the flashlight and tap on the screen with your three fingers to take a screenshot. The device also has a ‘One Button Nav’ feature. Using this, you can go to the home screen with one single tap on the Home button. If you swipe upwards, it will open the multitasking interface. Swiping left will take you back and swiping right takes you to the app you were using earlier. Android Pie’s Digital Wellbeing feature is also present on the device.
Coming to the performance of the smartphone, Samsung’s Exynos 9609 in the handset proves to be very capable of handling most tasks. We did not face any lag or stutter in basic day-to-day work. We even multi-tasked with our smartphone by using it for navigation and watching videos at the same time. But then, it survived it all. We played some very graphic-hungry games like Asphalt 9: Legends on the Motorola One Vision and the device handled it with ease. Even after prolonged usage, the handset did not heat up, which is a big plus considering that it has a glass body.
We even used the device for watching videos. As we mentioned in the Display section, the images were sharp and clear and the quality was great. Even the audio output matched up to it and made the video-watching experience really good.
The call quality of the Motorola One Vision was perfect. We had no trouble even making and receiving calls in areas like basements and elevators.
Coming to the cameras of the Motorola One Vision, the 48Mp primary sensor of the handset captures some really beautiful shots. The images showcased vibrant colours and came with a great number of details. Even when we transferred them to our laptop, they continued to look great.
Like all other handsets with 48MP primary cameras, Motorola One Vision combines four pixels into one to give a 12MP resolution picture. There is no option of taking 48MP resolution images using the camera.
The shots taken in daylight turned out to be very vibrant. If you are someone who likes to see realistic colours, you may find them to be a little saturated, but then, it’s not very noticeable if you aren’t too picky about it.
The macro shots taken using the handset were great too. The colours popped out really well and the image quality did not deteriorate. It also did not have any problem focusing on objects.
The low-light photography using the Night Vision mode was another big plus. We clicked images using the smartphone in areas that were hardly lit. But even then, its performance remained intact. The colours were still bright and the images still had details. We did not notice much noise even in such conditions.
The 25MP selfie camera of the Motorola One Vision also did a very good job during our time with it. The performance of the sensor remains reliable regardless of the lighting conditions. Shots taken with the Portrait mode also turned out to be good and doesn’t overdo the bokeh mode.
The 3,500mAh battery of the smartphone can last an entire day with usage involving social media, web browsing, watching videos and navigation. However, we should mention that most of the handset’s rivals offer a bigger cell. The battery of Motorola One Vision runs out quickly while playing games and doing some heavy-duty tasks.
Verdict
There are a number of things that make Motorola One Vision a good buy at Rs 19,999. It’s 21:9 display, the great camera performance and Stock Android experience are the major highlights of the device. It offers one of the best night photography in the sub-Rs 20,000 segment. The smartphone even proved itself to be capable with most day to day tasks.
Some downsides include battery draining quickly while doing some heavy-duty tasks like gaming and the rather too big hole-punch design on the screen. Samsung Galaxy A50, which directly competes with the smartphone, offers more sensors, a bigger battery and an in-display fingerprint scanner at the same price. But then, if these don’t make too much of a difference to you, you will be happy with the Motorola One Vision.
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Pros
Considering that a lot of content on Netflix is now in 21:9 format, someone who uses their smartphone to watch it would not regret buying it. However, the same cannot be said for gaming as a lot of games still do not support the said aspect ratio. One may take a while to get used to playing games like this and certain adjustments may have to be made.
But if we specifically speak about the display of the device, the full HD+ screen is good in quality. The sunlight readability is not a problem and the viewing angles are consistent. However, the colours seem to be a little saturated. However, the images are strident and clear, and the video sharpness seems good on the display, too.
Overall, we would say that the display of the Motorola One Vision is another good aspect of the handset. You would not be disappointed if you like watching a lot of videos on your smartphone.
For imaging duties, Motorola One Vision houses a dual rear camera setup that consists of a 48MP primary sensor with OIS and a 5MP secondary lens. The device has a 25MP front-facing snapper that can be used to click selfies and make video calls.
Motorola One Vision houses a 3,500mAh battery that has support for TurboPower fast charging.
As we just mentioned, Motorola One Vision runs stock Android and it a part of the Android One program. This means that the device is guaranteed to receive the Android Q and Android R updates. The handset did not have any bloatware and during our time with it, we did not receive any spam-like notifications. It had a clean user interface and only had some basic apps installed. Motorola’s own Moto app lets users access Moto Actions and Moto Display. The Moto help app is also present on the device.
Motorola One Vision has support for some gestures. For instance, you can do a double chop gesture to turn on the flashlight and tap on the screen with your three fingers to take a screenshot. The device also has a ‘One Button Nav’ feature. Using this, you can go to the home screen with one single tap on the Home button. If you swipe upwards, it will open the multitasking interface. Swiping left will take you back and swiping right takes you to the app you were using earlier. Android Pie’s Digital Wellbeing feature is also present on the device.
Coming to the performance of the smartphone, Samsung’s Exynos 9609 in the handset proves to be very capable of handling most tasks. We did not face any lag or stutter in basic day-to-day work. We even multi-tasked with our smartphone by using it for navigation and watching videos at the same time. But then, it survived it all. We played some very graphic-hungry games like Asphalt 9: Legends on the Motorola One Vision and the device handled it with ease. Even after prolonged usage, the handset did not heat up, which is a big plus considering that it has a glass body.
We even used the device for watching videos. As we mentioned in the Display section, the images were sharp and clear and the quality was great. Even the audio output matched up to it and made the video-watching experience really good.
The call quality of the Motorola One Vision was perfect. We had no trouble even making and receiving calls in areas like basements and elevators.
Coming to the cameras of the Motorola One Vision, the 48Mp primary sensor of the handset captures some really beautiful shots. The images showcased vibrant colours and came with a great number of details. Even when we transferred them to our laptop, they continued to look great.
Like all other handsets with 48MP primary cameras, Motorola One Vision combines four pixels into one to give a 12MP resolution picture. There is no option of taking 48MP resolution images using the camera.
The shots taken in daylight turned out to be very vibrant. If you are someone who likes to see realistic colours, you may find them to be a little saturated, but then, it’s not very noticeable if you aren’t too picky about it.
The macro shots taken using the handset were great too. The colours popped out really well and the image quality did not deteriorate. It also did not have any problem focusing on objects.
The low-light photography using the Night Vision mode was another big plus. We clicked images using the smartphone in areas that were hardly lit. But even then, its performance remained intact. The colours were still bright and the images still had details. We did not notice much noise even in such conditions.
The 25MP selfie camera of the Motorola One Vision also did a very good job during our time with it. The performance of the sensor remains reliable regardless of the lighting conditions. Shots taken with the Portrait mode also turned out to be good and doesn’t overdo the bokeh mode.
The 3,500mAh battery of the smartphone can last an entire day with usage involving social media, web browsing, watching videos and navigation. However, we should mention that most of the handset’s rivals offer a bigger cell. The battery of Motorola One Vision runs out quickly while playing games and doing some heavy-duty tasks.
Verdict
There are a number of things that make Motorola One Vision a good buy at Rs 19,999. It’s 21:9 display, the great camera performance and Stock Android experience are the major highlights of the device. It offers one of the best night photography in the sub-Rs 20,000 segment. The smartphone even proved itself to be capable with most day to day tasks.
Some downsides include battery draining quickly while doing some heavy-duty tasks like gaming and the rather too big hole-punch design on the screen. Samsung Galaxy A50, which directly competes with the smartphone, offers more sensors, a bigger battery and an in-display fingerprint scanner at the same price. But then, if these don’t make too much of a difference to you, you will be happy with the Motorola One Vision.
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Pros
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The tablet comes with a curvature arc on its sides of the tablet and Huawei has touted its anti-fall design too.
In addition to this, the device comes with the parental control feature that lets users set usage limits and customize the content available on the tablet for their kids. Huawei MediaPad T5 also comes with an enhanced eyes comfort mode so that the tablet’s screen does not strain users’ eyes. It also has Blue Ray Filter and Usage Time control.
Huawei MediaPad T5 price and availability
Huawei MediaPad T5 will be available for purchase on Amazon India starting July 10. The tablet comes in two variants- 2GB RAM/16GB storage & 3GB RAM/32GB storage. While the base model is priced at Rs 14,990, the higher-end model costs Rs 16,990. The company is offering a free flip cover and Huawei Earphones AM 12 worth Rs 2,998 along with the tablet as a part of an introductory offer.
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The tablet comes with a curvature arc on its sides of the tablet and Huawei has touted its anti-fall design too.
In addition to this, the device comes with the parental control feature that lets users set usage limits and customize the content available on the tablet for their kids. Huawei MediaPad T5 also comes with an enhanced eyes comfort mode so that the tablet’s screen does not strain users’ eyes. It also has Blue Ray Filter and Usage Time control.
Huawei MediaPad T5 price and availability
Huawei MediaPad T5 will be available for purchase on Amazon India starting July 10. The tablet comes in two variants- 2GB RAM/16GB storage & 3GB RAM/32GB storage. While the base model is priced at Rs 14,990, the higher-end model costs Rs 16,990. The company is offering a free flip cover and Huawei Earphones AM 12 worth Rs 2,998 along with the tablet as a part of an introductory offer.
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A few months back, the company also launched its Huawei P30 Pro smartphone that comes with a quad-camera setup. The device made headlines because it comes with up to 50x digital zoom – a capability that is not present in any other smartphone till now.
It would be interesting to see how the company makes its upcoming Huawei Mate 30 Pro different from its current flagship device.
For the unknown, the Samsung Galaxy A80 comes with a rotating camera module, which has three cameras on it. These include a 48MP sensor with aperture f/2.0, next is an 8MP sensor with aperture f/2.2 (this is the wide-angle sensor) and third tertiary sensor that manages depth in the image. Since it is a rotating camera, the top part of the smartphone raises and the cameras flip to become the selfie cameras. Hence, there is no need for a selfie camera on this device.
Inside, it has Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G octa-core chipset that is accoiled with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The Samsung Galaxy A80 comes with a 6.7-inch vertical display. This is an FHD+ touchscreen with 20:9 aspect ratio and 1,080×2,400 pixels resolution. Since there is no separate selfie camera on this mobile phone, the AMOLED screen is edge to edge without any camera cut-outs or punch-holes.
The Samsung Galaxy A80 gets its electronic juice from a 3,700 mAh battery and it is said that a 25W super-fast charger comes within the box. Yes, before we forget the storage is expandable using a microSD card up to 512 GB.
The price of the Samsung galaxy a80 in the European markets has been kept at EUR 649 that is roughly Rs 50,700. Our sources tell us that the price in India is going to be sub-Rs 50K. Which could be something that can make this smartphone a good seller. Our only apprehension is that it will go up against its own sibling – the Samsung Galaxy S10E.
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For the unknown, the Samsung Galaxy A80 comes with a rotating camera module, which has three cameras on it. These include a 48MP sensor with aperture f/2.0, next is an 8MP sensor with aperture f/2.2 (this is the wide-angle sensor) and third tertiary sensor that manages depth in the image. Since it is a rotating camera, the top part of the smartphone raises and the cameras flip to become the selfie cameras. Hence, there is no need for a selfie camera on this device.
Inside, it has Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G octa-core chipset that is accoiled with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The Samsung Galaxy A80 comes with a 6.7-inch vertical display. This is an FHD+ touchscreen with 20:9 aspect ratio and 1,080×2,400 pixels resolution. Since there is no separate selfie camera on this mobile phone, the AMOLED screen is edge to edge without any camera cut-outs or punch-holes.
The Samsung Galaxy A80 gets its electronic juice from a 3,700 mAh battery and it is said that a 25W super-fast charger comes within the box. Yes, before we forget the storage is expandable using a microSD card up to 512 GB.
The price of the Samsung galaxy a80 in the European markets has been kept at EUR 649 that is roughly Rs 50,700. Our sources tell us that the price in India is going to be sub-Rs 50K. Which could be something that can make this smartphone a good seller. Our only apprehension is that it will go up against its own sibling – the Samsung Galaxy S10E.
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