Honor 8C to be launched in India on November 29, gets listed on Amazon
Huawei’s sub-brand Honor launched its 8X smartphone in India last month. And now, the company is set to launch its Honor 8C smartphone on November 29 in India.
Since Amazon India has a dedicated page for the device with the ‘Notify Me’ button, it is safe to assume that the smartphone will be exclusively available on the e-commerce website. Amazon India’ website also states that Honor 8C is the first ever smartphone to come with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 632 processor. Other specifications that we found on the page were a 4,000mAh battery, AI-enabled dual rear cameras and a 6.26-inch display panel that will come with an aspect ratio of 19:9.
It was earlier reported by IANS that Honor 8C will be priced at Rs 15,000 in India. The same report also said that the smartphone will be available in two variants — one with 4GB of RAM and the other with 6GB of RAM. Both the variants will have 64GB of storage onboard. The Honor 8C mobile was also launched by the company in China last month.
In China, the 4GB RAM/32 GB storage variant of Honor 8C smartphone is priced at CNY 1,099 and the 4GB RAM/64GB storage model costs CNY 1,399.
Coming to the specifications of the device, Honor 8C runs Android 8.1 Oreo skinned with EMUI 8.2 and comes with dual SIM functionality. The smartphone features a 6.26-inch HD+ (720×1520 pixels) TFT LCD IPS display that has an aspect ratio of 19:9, a pixel density of 269ppi and a screen-to-body ratio of 86.6%.
The Chinese version of the smartphone does not only differ in terms of storage, but processor too. In China, the Honor 8C smartphone comes with an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 SoC that is clubbed with Adreno 506 GPU. The smartphone is available with 4GB of RAM and has two storage models — one with 32GB storage and the other with 64GB storage. In case users need more storage, they can install a microSD card of up to 256GB.
For imaging duties, Honor 8C sports a dual rear camera setup with a 13MP primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture and a 2MP secondary monochrome sensor with f/2.4 aperture. The smartphone comes with an 8MP selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture and fixed focus. Honor 8C smartphone houses a 4,000mAh battery that has support for 5V/2A (10W) charging. Both the primary and selfie cameras of the smartphone are clubbed with an LED flash and come with AI-based features — just like we saw in Honor 8X (review).
On connectivity front, Honor 8C comes with 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2 LE with aptX, GPS/ A-GPS, a Micro-USB port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The sensors of the smartphone include an accelerometer, an ambient light sensor, an electronic compass, a fingerprint sensor, and a proximity sensor.
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DreamHack’s first eSport festival in Asia will be held in Mumbai
Swedish production company DreamHack, which is known for hosting the biggest eSports tournaments and other gaming conventions across the world, had announced earlier this year in September that it will be holding its first ever gaming in Asia in Mumbai. And now, the company has revealed the dates for the same. The event is scheduled to be held in Mumbai starting December 21 and it will go on till December 23.
DreamHack has previously hosted tournaments in cities like Atlanta, Valencia, Marseilles and Stockholm, and with its event in Mumbai, it aims to bring gamers together so that they can participate in various competitions over the three days. And so that maximum people are able to make it to the event, the company has chosen to keep it on a weekend.
Gamers who would be present at the event will have access to DreamHack’s hugely popular 24-hour Local Area Network, Bring Your Own Computer section, catering and sleeping amenities. There will be a number of eSport tournaments at the event that they can be a part of.
Are you interested in being a part of the event and are wondering what the awards will be like? You would be happy to know that DreamHack has announced that it will be giving away prizes of up to Rs 1 crore across tournaments spread over three days.
If you are a gaming enthusiast, you will also get a hands-on experience with the latest gadgets that are meant for gaming at DreamExpo, which is said to be one among the largest gaming exhibitions in the country.
It is the inaugural edition of DreamHack in India and it will come with games like DotA, CSGO, KO Fight Nights and Mobile Cricket. Those who will participate in these will get a chance to meet international teams and gamers, compete with other gamers in streamer zones and participate in a cosplay competition.
The event will also come with a ‘Retro Zone’ that will have arcade machines with classic games such as Pinball, Tetris and Super Mario Brothers, and more. In addition to this, traditional card and board games will also be featured.
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Here’s why Apple had to resume sales of iPhone X
Cupertino-based technology giant Apple has reportedly resumed the production of its iPhone X smartphone because the demand for its latest iPhone XS and iPhone XS proved to be weaker than expected.
According to a report in The Wall Street Journal, Apple had an agreement with South Korean technology giant Samsung to purchase a particular quantity of OLED displays. And if the demand for the new iPhones is weak, it doesn’t make much sense for Apple to produce more of those. Considering that Apple is facing such a problem, it only seems logical on its part to sell resume the production of the iPhone X.
When it first launched the iPhone XS mobile, Apple had ceased selling the iPhone X in stores. But now, with the production resumed, we can expect that to reverse too.
Since iPhone X is an older model of the smartphone, it is reportedly cheaper to produce than the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. According to The Wall Street Journal, the components as well as the manufacturing equipment used for the production of iPhone X is cheaper than the one used in iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max.
But this is not the first time when this is happening. Even in the past, legacy models have been produced provided there is enough demand for them in certain markets.
It is worth noticing that a few weeks back, it was reported that Apple has cut the production orders for its entire 2018 lineup of smartphones including iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR. The iPhone XR, which is supposed to be the ‘affordable’ option among the three, is struggling the most because people who are budget conscious are instead opting for iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. For them, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus seem to fall under the ‘affordable’ category and not iPhone XR (review).
But again, even this is not happening for the first time. To recall, Apple previous ‘budget’ smartphone, iPhone 5C, also saw its sales go up a year after its main release. Mainstream consumers only seemed to be interested in it once the successor to the lineup was unveiled.
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PUBG Mobile Season 4: Ten things you should know
The newest season of popular smartphone game PUBG Mobile has been released this week. If you are a fan, there are chances you may have downloaded it on your smartphone already. And if you have been intrigued by the game because your friends can stop talking about it, then we should tell you that there can be no better time to join the game.
For those unaware, PUBG or PlayerUnknown Battlegrounds, is a free survival shooter in which you get dropped on an island with 99 other players and the goal is to survive till the end. It is available for PC as well as for mobile. And the game’s season four has just begun. Here’s all that you should know about it:
The first change that you should know about the Season 4 of PUBG Mobile is the fact that it makes all the players start from the beginning. So, it doesn’t matter if you are a newbie or a pro, you would have to start achieving your ranks from the start.
A new Royale Pass has been introduced in the game. On purchasing it, players can get additional benefits like firearm finishes, character faces, hairstyles and some rare outfit rewards.
The season 4 has added a new rifle called M762. It is the first ever rifle to use 7.62mm rounds and can be found in all maps of the game.
The maps of PUBG Mobile have been upgraded for season 4 of the game. They now come with dynamic weather, so they’ll randomly shift between sunny, foggy and rainy. The developers have also added a new scooter which can be found in the Sanhok map.
In PUBG Mobile Season 4, you will also find a new Hadcore Mode. In order to go to this mode, you can head to the Arcade Mode. There, the new Hardcore Mode is made available periodically in the form of ‘Hardcore Week’. The mode takes the difficulty of the game to a different level by removing all the audio cues for footsteps.
In order to access the season four of PUBG Mobile, you will have to download a new update of the game that is available. Look for the version 0.9.5 update of PlayerUnknowns’ Battlegrounds if you want to play the new season of the game.
A good thing about the update of the game is that it has reached both Android and iOS devices at the same time. So no one would feel like they are lagging behind.
If you wish to download the update to PUBG Mobile, visit Google Play Store or Apple App store. There, search for PUBG Mobile and then click for the game’s listing. On clicking it, you will be taken to the page that has been dedicated for the game. After reaching there, you should click ‘Install’ and the game will be downloaded on your device.
It is worth noticing that PUBG’s 0.9.5 update is 138MB in size. So you should make sure that you download it on Wi-Fi, or else you will end up losing a lot of mobile data.
Heavy discounts are available for players during Black Friday. In fact, if you are an Elite Pass holder, you can pay for the discounted items using BP or RP points.
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All players to start from scratch
The first change that you should know about the Season 4 of PUBG Mobile is the fact that it makes all the players start from the beginning. So, it doesn’t matter if you are a newbie or a pro, you would have to start achieving your ranks from the start.
The Royale Pass
A new Royale Pass has been introduced in the game. On purchasing it, players can get additional benefits like firearm finishes, character faces, hairstyles and some rare outfit rewards.
The M762 rifle
The season 4 has added a new rifle called M762. It is the first ever rifle to use 7.62mm rounds and can be found in all maps of the game.
Additions in the map
The maps of PUBG Mobile have been upgraded for season 4 of the game. They now come with dynamic weather, so they’ll randomly shift between sunny, foggy and rainy. The developers have also added a new scooter which can be found in the Sanhok map.
The Hardcore Mode
In PUBG Mobile Season 4, you will also find a new Hadcore Mode. In order to go to this mode, you can head to the Arcade Mode. There, the new Hardcore Mode is made available periodically in the form of ‘Hardcore Week’. The mode takes the difficulty of the game to a different level by removing all the audio cues for footsteps.
Is a part of PUBG’s 0.9.5 update
In order to access the season four of PUBG Mobile, you will have to download a new update of the game that is available. Look for the version 0.9.5 update of PlayerUnknowns’ Battlegrounds if you want to play the new season of the game.
Available for both Android and iOS
A good thing about the update of the game is that it has reached both Android and iOS devices at the same time. So no one would feel like they are lagging behind.
How to download
If you wish to download the update to PUBG Mobile, visit Google Play Store or Apple App store. There, search for PUBG Mobile and then click for the game’s listing. On clicking it, you will be taken to the page that has been dedicated for the game. After reaching there, you should click ‘Install’ and the game will be downloaded on your device.
Recommended to download on Wi-Fi
It is worth noticing that PUBG’s 0.9.5 update is 138MB in size. So you should make sure that you download it on Wi-Fi, or else you will end up losing a lot of mobile data.
Discount available on purchases
Heavy discounts are available for players during Black Friday. In fact, if you are an Elite Pass holder, you can pay for the discounted items using BP or RP points.
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[td_smart_list_end] Infinix Note 5 Stylus to launch in India next week: Report
Hong Kong based smartphone manufacturer Infinix is all set to launch its new smartphone in the Indian market next week. If reports are to be believed, then the company is expected to launch its upcoming smartphone in India on November 26. Infinix has also sent out media invites for the event which carries an animated image of a smartphone along with a stylus.
If we take a hint from the invite sent by the company, it seems like the company is planning to launch the Infinix Note 5 Stylus in the Indian smartphone market. It is worth noticing that the Infinix Note 5 Stylus has already been launched in markets outside India.
The smartphone maker has also posted a six-second teaser video on its official Twitter handle which further hints towards the upcoming launch of the device. The caption beneath the video reads “Take note people, something unique is coming your way. Be the creator and guess what it is.” It further adds, “Stay tuned till the 26th to find out more.” According to the video, the smartphone will enable users to take down notes while they are on the move.
According to a report in 91mobiles, since the focus of the device is on taking down notes and sketching, we wouldn’t be wrong to assume that it will be accompanied by a Stylus.
Speaking about the specifications of the smartphone, Infinix Note 5 Stylus mobile will feature a 6-inch display that will come with an FHD+ resolution, and have an aspect ratio of 18:9. Reports have suggested that the new smartphone by Infinix will be powered by an octa-core processor clubbed with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage.
For imaging duties, the Infinix Note 5 Stylus smartphone comes with a 16MP camera on the back panel as well as a 16MP selfie camera.
Reports have also indicated that the upcoming smartphone would run Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. It is expected to be a part of Google’s Android One program, which means that the smartphone will have a stock Android experience. Devices that fall under the Android One program get timely Android updates for two years and security patches for three years from the date of launch.
Furthermore, the device will reportedly house a 4,000mAh battery and sport a fingerprint sensor on its back panel.
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro starts receiving MIUI 10.0.4.0 update in India: Report
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro has started receiving the latest software update that brings MIUI 10.0.4.0 to the smartphone. According to reports, the update is being rolled out in India as well as other global markets. The MIUI 10.0.4.0.OEIMFH brings optimizations for the lock screen, status bar, camera app, and notification bar to Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro.
In addition to this, it also gets the October 2018 Android security patch along with some system fixes to Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro. It is worth noticing that the update started rolling out to the device a week before Xiaomi launched its Redmi Note 6 Pro in India.
Although there is no official word from Xiaomi regarding this, a number of users have reported getting the latest update on the MIUI forum.
Post the update, the smartphone is said to have more optimized UBS connections, and the issue wherein the lock screen didn’t light up on receiving notifications has been fixed. Changes have also been made to the notification bar of the smartphone and issues with system memory leaks have also been rectified. The update has also reportedly restored the colour rendering issues in the smartphone’s camera app. As of now, there is no clarity on the size of the update.
To recall, Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro features a 5.99-inch full-HD+ display that has an aspect ratio of 18:9 and runs MIUI 10 on top of Android 8.1 Oreo. Powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor, the smartphone comes with 4GB or 6GB of RAM and has 64GB of storage onboard. For more storage, users can add a microSD card.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro mobile comes with a dual rear camera setup that has a 12MP primary sensor with an f/2.2 aperture and a 5MP secondary sensor with an f/2.0 aperture. For selfies and video calls, there is a 20MP front facing snapper coupled with an LED flash. The newly smartphone by Xiaomi houses a 4,000mAh battery and comes with support for 10W charging. The connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a Micro-USB port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
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Samsung Electronics issues an apology for cancer cases at its semiconductor factories
Samsung Electronics has issued an apology to workers who had developed cancer because of working at its semiconductor factories. This puts an end to a decade-long dispute at the world’s biggest chipmaker.
Samsung Electronics co-president Kim Ki-nam said in a statement, “We sincerely apologize to the workers who suffered from illness and their families. We have failed to properly manage health risks at our semiconductor and LCD factories.”
Samsung Electronics happens to be the world’s biggest smartphone manufacturer and chipmaker. It is the flagship subsidiary of the Samsung Group, and the biggest of the family-controlled conglomerates that dominate the economy in South Korea.
In spite of playing a key role in the economy of its home-country, Samsung has also been accused of murky political connections.
Samsung Electronics’ de facto leader Lee Jae-yong was found guilty of bribing the former president Park Geun-hye as a part of the corruption scandal that brought her down. He eventually had to spend almost a year in prison before an appeal was made where most of his convictions were overturned. He was thereafter released.
According to campaign groups, 320 people employed by Samsung Electronics suffered from work-related illnesses, and among them 118 died.
Samsung Electronics has agreed to a deal earlier this month under which it will pay a compensation of up to 150 million won ($133,000) per case.
The deal covers 16 types of cancer, rare illnesses, miscarriages and congenital diseases suffered by the workers’ children. Workers who have worked at Samsung’s plants as far back as 1984 qualify to be claimants.
The scandal had first emerged in 2007 when former workers from Samsung’s semiconductor and display factories in Suwon and their families had said that staff had diagnosed or died of various kinds of cancer.
What followed for the next 10 years were a series of rulings and decisions by courts, Seoul’s state labor welfare agency and a mediation committee. This finally ended today when Samsung Electronics apologized to all those who suffered.
Relatives’ leader Hwang Sang-gi, who lost his 22-year old daughter to leukaemia in 2007, told reporters that he was happy that he could keep the promise he made to her.
However, he added, “The apology honestly was not enough for the families of the victims but we will accept it. No amount of apology will be enough to heal all the insults, the pain of industrial injuries and the suffering of losing one’s family. I cannot forget the pain she and our family went through. Too many people have suffered the same fate.”
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BSNL has launched a Rs 78 prepaid plan that offers 20GB data with unlimited calling
The war of the telcos continues to get more aggressive. The latest to introduce a prepaid calling plan in India is BSNL. Just when we thought the state-run telecom operator was down and out of the race, they have sprung back into actions with a good prepaid plan. For Rs 78 its users can get 10 days of unlimited talk time.
Over that, the users will also get 2GB of data each day, totaling it to 20GB. Now a point worth noticing here is that the government owned operator does not have 4G services in the country. So, the users will get 20GB of data on the 2G or 3G network available on it. Well, many have told us that in tier 2 and tier 3 cities in India where BSNL works, the data network on BSNL 3G is very good. Some get constant speed of 4-7 MBPS. Which is much better than some of the 4G state networks where Airtel and Vodafone operate.
Coming back to the calling plan, the unlimited calling feature is not limited to just the states where BSNL runs. Users of BSNL can now make unlimited calls to MTNL circles like Delhi and Mumbai too. As for the data usage, once the users run out of 2GB of data on a particular day the unlimited download usage stipulation still stays in effect, but the speed will be reduced to 80KBPS. Consumers can also avail unlimited video calling option on this plan. For which they would need to send an SMS to 123 with the following code: ‘STV COMBO78’.
The Rs 78 STV plan is competing directly with Airtel’s Rs 65 and 95 prepaid calling plans. Where users get similar benefits, however daily data limits are much lower than what BSNL is providing (at 200MB and 500MB). Overall, the Rs 78 STV prepaid calling plan by BSNL seems to be a concrete option to go for if you are in a BSNL run sector in India.
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Oppo R17 Pro with in-display fingerprint sensor, triple rear cameras to launch in India next month
Chinese smartphone maker Oppo is all set to showcase its flagship smartphone, R17 Pro in India next month. The company has sent out media invites for a launch event scheduled for December 4 in Mumbai and is expected to launch the Oppo R17 Pro smartphone there. According to a report in Gadgets 360, Oppo has confirmed that it will not be launching the R17 smartphone at its launch event next month.
Among the key features of Oppo R17 Pro mobile are a waterdrop-shaped notch, an in-display fingerprint sensor and Super VOOC charging technology. Here’s a look at the specifications and the expected pricing of the smartphone in India:
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Oppo R17 Pro specifications
Oppo R17 Pro smartphone comes with dual SIM functionality and features a 6.4-inch full-HD+ (1080×2340 pixels) display with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The smartphone runs Android 8.1 Oreo skinned with ColorOS 5.2 and is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 processor. Oppo’s flagship smartphone comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. For imaging duties, there is a triple rear camera setup that comes with a 12MP sensor with an f/1.5-2.4 variable aperture, a 20MP sensor with an f/2.6 aperture, and a TOF 3D stereo camera. Oppo R17 Pro houses a 25MP front facing snapper that can be used for selfies and video calls. The smartphone packs a 3,700mAh battery that comes with Oppo’s proprietary Super VOOC fast charging technology. For connectivity, the device offers support for 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. Sensors on the Oppo R17 Pro smartphone include an accelerometer, an ambient light sensor, a gyroscope, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and a proximity sensor.Oppo R17 Pro expected price
There is no official word on the pricing of Oppo R17 Pro smartphone. The smartphone has already been launched in China where it is priced at CNY 4,299. On conversion, this becomes approximately Rs 44,100. If it does retain that price tag in Indian market, it will be directly competing with the likes of OnePlus 6T. As of now, there is no information on the availability of the smartphone but we do know that it will come in Condensed Green and Fog gradient colour options. It is also worth noticing that a few weeks back, the rebranded version of the smartphone was launched in Europe. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.USA has asked its allies to not take any equipment from Huawei: Reports
The reports keep on coming. Huawei is one of the largest manufacturers of electrical goods including smartphones that have become increasingly popular in USA and India. Reports have again surfaced stating that Huawei’s equipment might be used to for ill factors in large economies.
Amidst these reports, USA is trying to persuade its allies from not using electronics made by the Chinese company. The report first appeared in Wall Street Journal that all allies of USA should stop taking or using telecommunication devices and services from Huawei.
The country sees Huawei as a cyber security threat and some reports have stated that the company might be using these devices for espionage purposes. Though no names have been put out in the open, they all point to the Chinese government using these devices to collect intelligence over other countries. This could be a serious threat to the US and other large world economies.
In the recent past the Trump government has been pushing companies in USA to make electronic and telecommunication goods within their country, much because of these reasons. The state is also looking at units of manufacturing, other than China, where they can build electrical devices to be used for communication and storage purposes.
USA considers hosting and usage of Chinese equipment on their military bases around the world a threat. They have bases in countries like German, Italy and Japan. If the orders go through, it will be a big blow for Huawei and they will lose much of its business in these and other countries.
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Nokia smartphones in India to now come with insurance, damage protection and extended warranty plans
One reason we have always liked Nokia smartphones from HMD Global’s lineup is because they are a part of the Android One program, meaning that they have the potential to last longer. And now, there is another reason to buy them if you are someone who uses their smartphone for at least a year or more.
HMD Global has announced that it has partnered with Servify to offer insurance for its range of Nokia smartphones in India. The company says that it will be offering ‘affordable and comprehensive insurance plans’ starting at Rs 399.
Customers would be able to choose from three types of insurance plans when they buy a Nokia mobile phone. So besides Nokia’s standard warranty, the smartphones will come with a 12-month plans from Servify.
One choice being offered to Nokia customers is the insurance plan with accident and liquid damage protection. Another one that they can choose is a screen protection plan. Both these plans are available for purchase within 15 days of buying the Nokia smartphone.
The third plan that customers can get will extend the warranty on their smartphone. This plan can be purchased within 365 days of buying a Nokia smartphone.
If you are a Nokia customer, and want to get one among these three plans, you can head to Nokia’s official website, Nokia mobile support app and Servify.in.
Nokia’s one-year accident and liquid damage protection plan comes at a starting price of Rs 549 and covers damages done via accidents, liquid, fire, lighting, riots and ‘other acts of Gods perils’.
On the other hand, the one-year screen protection plan by Nokia is priced between Rs 449 and Rs 1099. Speaking of Nokia‘s one year extended warranty plan, its cost ranges from Rs 399 and Rs 1129 and it covers defects and unexpected mechanical or electrical breakdowns once the smartphone’s original manufacturer’s warranty expires.
Speaking about the partnership, HMD Global’s Vice President and Country Head for India, Ajay Mehta said, “We carry our phones everywhere and it’s difficult to be without them. Which is why it’s essential that we remain worry-free as we go about making the most of our day. Nokia phones stand for reliability and trust and we are taking this promise even further by partnering with Servify to offer affordable and comprehensive insurance and extended warranty plans. We have been speaking to our fans across the country and believe that this initiative will help them care for their Nokia smartphones and protect their investments.”
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Google Pixel 3 XL with Android Q spotted on Geekbench
Last month, Google had shared the latest Android distribution chart which didn’t show Android Pie at all. This indicated that less than 0.1% devices have run on the latest Android version. And now, a new Google Pixel 3 XL listing on GeekBench shows the device running on Android Q.
Considering that Google names its operating system version alphabetically, it is safe to assume that next generation Android version would be called Android Q.
If Android Q has appeared on the GeekBench listing, it means that an Alpha version of the operating system is under development. Although nothing else is known about it yet, we expect to find out more in the months to come.
The technology giant has revealed that the devices that come with Android 9.0 Pie out of the box will get a faster upgrade to the next version. Additionally, the AOSP source code is fixed so that developers can start preparing in advance for future operating system updates.
The listing also underscores the priority that Google gives its models in terms of rolling out new Android updates. The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones were launched last month in October and they run the latest version of Google’s operating system — Android 9.0 Pie. Since devices by Google are usually the first ones to get new Android updates, Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL should be no exception. We wouldn’t be wrong to assume that they will indeed be the first ones to receive the Android Q update.
To recall, Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL mobile phones sport a dual front camera setup with 8MP+8MP sensors and come with a 12.2MP camera on the back panel. Both the smartphones are powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor coupled with Adreno 630 GPU and 4GB of RAM. As we mentioned earlier, Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL run Android 9.0 Pie out of the box and come with Pixel Visual core and Titan M Security Module. The smartphones come with IP68 dust and water resistance and are available in Just Black, Clearly White and Not Pink colour options.
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If Android Q has appeared on the GeekBench listing, it means that an Alpha version of the operating system is under development. Although nothing else is known about it yet, we expect to find out more in the months to come.
The technology giant has revealed that the devices that come with Android 9.0 Pie out of the box will get a faster upgrade to the next version. Additionally, the AOSP source code is fixed so that developers can start preparing in advance for future operating system updates.
The listing also underscores the priority that Google gives its models in terms of rolling out new Android updates. The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones were launched last month in October and they run the latest version of Google’s operating system — Android 9.0 Pie. Since devices by Google are usually the first ones to get new Android updates, Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL should be no exception. We wouldn’t be wrong to assume that they will indeed be the first ones to receive the Android Q update.
To recall, Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL mobile phones sport a dual front camera setup with 8MP+8MP sensors and come with a 12.2MP camera on the back panel. Both the smartphones are powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor coupled with Adreno 630 GPU and 4GB of RAM. As we mentioned earlier, Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL run Android 9.0 Pie out of the box and come with Pixel Visual core and Titan M Security Module. The smartphones come with IP68 dust and water resistance and are available in Just Black, Clearly White and Not Pink colour options.
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Taiwanese smartphone maker Asus has confirmed that it is all set to launch its Zenfone Max Pro M2 smartphone in Indonesia on December 11. The company has also tweeted a render of the upcoming Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 smartphone and says that it is the ‘Real Pro’ smartphone.
The image of the Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 smartphone confirms that the smartphone will sport a notch on its display. The notch on the display of the smartphone houses the selfie camera and other sensors. Above the selfie camera of the smartphone is the earpiece of the device.
The smartphone looks like the low resolution render that had surfaced earlier on its Google Play Console listing. There are indicators for Wi-Fi and battery that suggest that the smartphone will come with a stock Android experience, much like its predecessor Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (review). The smartphone will feature a triple camera setup on its back panel, but then, the third camera sensor cannot be seen clearly in the renders. However, the glossy finish of the Zenfone Max Pro M2 mobile phone can be seen. So, we wouldn’t be wrong to assume that the smartphone will sport a glass back. Asus has also said that a number of smartphones these days come with the ‘Pro’ moniker, and questions if they are really Pro. The Taiwanese smartphone further questions if these ‘Pro’ smartphones have a long-lasting battery, a strong display, a good camera, and a great processor? With this question, the company is obviously claiming that Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 excels in all these departments and hence, is the ‘Real Pro’ smartphone. Tipster Roland Quandt has recently disclosed that the upcoming Asus smartphone will sport a 6-inch Full HD+ display and will be powered by a Snapdragon 660 processor. Although there is no word on the battery of the smartphone, we can expect it to come with a big battery as its predecessor Zenfone Max Pro M1 housed a 5,000mAh battery. The upcoming smartphone is expected to come with 4GB and 6GB RAM variants that will be housed with 64GB and 128GB storage. While there is no word on the sensors used in the triple rear cameras, the selfie camera will sport a 13MP sensor. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.Banyak yang hadir dengan label nama "Pro", namun apa beneran Pro? Bagaimana ketahanan baterainya? Layarnya kuat? Lalu kameranya kece? Dan bagaimana performa prosesornya?
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OnePlus 6T gets improved unlocking experience with OxygenOS 9.0.6 update
OnePlus is today rolling out the latest OxygenOS build for its new flagship device OnePlus 6T. The update is OxygenOS 9.0.6 and it gets a number of improvements to the device with itself. However, it is the unlocking experience of the smartphone which will be impacted the most with the update. Along with that, the update is also said to enhance the optimized camera image processing of OnePlus 6T.
With the latest update, OnePlus 6T smartphone users will also get a more optimized standby power consumption, and some general bug fixes and improvements. Some users had complained about not getting notifications from the Play Store and some other issues that were reported have also been taken care of.
As always, the new software update is being rolled out in a phased manner. So, the over-the-air update would reach only a few users today. The update will reach everyone only after the company is cure that there are no critical bugs in it.
OnePlus 6T (review) was launched globally on October 29 and in India on October 30. Speaking about the device’s specifications, it features a 6.41-inch Optic AMOLED display that has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 6. The display of the smartphone has an in-display scanner embedded on it that is claimed to unlock the device in 0.34 seconds.
OnePlus 6T mobile is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor paired with Adreno 630 GPU and 6GB or 8GB of RAM. The smartphone comes in two storage variants — 128GB and 256GB. The latest flagship by OnePlus runs Android 9.0 Pie skinned with Oxygen OS and for imaging duties, OnePlus 6T sports 16MP Sony IMX519 and 20MP Sony IMX376K sensors at the back which come with dual LED flash and optical image stabilization.
There is a 20MP Sony IMX376K sensor housed in the waterdrop-shaped notch on the display that can be used for selfies and video calls. OnePlus 6T’s camera app has features like Face Unlock, HDR, OIS, Panorama mode. The device comes with 3,700mAH battery that supports fast charge (5V 4A). OnePlus 6T also comes with the Face Unlock feature.
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Huawei Mate 20 Pro India launch date revealed, device to be Amazon exclusive
Last month saw the launch of Huawei Mate 20 Pro, Mate 20, Mate 20X and Mate 20 RS smartphones at an event in London. And now, the company is all set to launch the Mate 20 Pro smartphone in India on November 27. As of now, there is no word about Huawei Mate 20, Mate 20X and Mate 20 RS coming to India.
Amazon India’s website already has a ‘Notify Me’ page on its platform for the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and the company has announced that the e-commerce giant is the company’s exclusively online retail partner for Mate 20 Pro.
The ‘Notify Me’ option on Amazon India went live at midnight on November 21 and on pressing it, interested customers can get information about the launch, colour variants, availability, pricing, offers and more.
Huawei Mate 20 Pro is a flagship smartphone and competes directly with the likes of Apple iPhone XS Max, Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and Google Pixel 3 XL. The smartphone is priced at EUR 1049 globally, which when converted, becomes approximately Rs 89,310. So we can fully expect the pricing of the smartphone to surpass the Rs 80,000 mark.
Huawei Mate 20 Pro mobile comes with a triple rear camera setup and is powered by 7nm Kirin 980 processor which, according to the company, is ready for 5G network. It comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. For expandable storage, the company has come up with a new nanoSD card format. The smartphone boasts of a 6.39-inch curved OLED, 2K+ display that has a resolution of 3120×1440 pixel and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. Keeping up with the current trend, Huawei Mate 20 Pro comes with an in-display fingerprint scanner.
The Leica-branded triple cameras of the smartphone are supposed to be their biggest highlight. Huawei Mate 20 Pro comes with a 40MP wide-angle sensor with f/1.8 aperture, 20MP ultra-wide angle sensor with f/2.2 aperture and 8MP 3x telephoto sensor with f/2.4 aperture and Optical Image Stabilization.
Huawei Mate 20 Pro houses 4,200mAh battery that comes with a 40W Huawei SuperCharge charger. Another major highlight of the device is that it comes with a wireless charging pad embedded into the back panel of the Mate 20 Pro. Using this, any device that supports wireless charging can be charged.
Huawei Mate 20 Pro runs Android 9.0 Pie skinned with EMUI 9 and is available in Emerald Green, Midnight Blue, Twilight, Pink Gold, and Black colour options.
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Oppo A7 with 6.2-inch HD+ display publicized in India: Specifications and other details revealed
While most eyes were on Xiaomi today, which launched the not-so-great Xiaomi Note 6 in India, Oppo has gone ahead and unveiled the Oppo A7 here. The Chinese smartphone maker has put the page up on its website that gives out quite a few details about the smartphone. The post on the website does show how the phone will also look like and what all to expect from the device.
The Oppo A7 mobile lies in the budget segment of smartphones. Industry insider have told Gadget Bridge that the smartphone will be officially launched in the next 14 days in India. The device is already available in China as well as Nepal, with the sales already started in China. Next in line to start sales is Nepal followed by India.
Oppo A7 Technical Specifications
Two versions of the Oppo A7 will be available in the Indian market. One will have 3GB RAM and the other will sport 4GB RAM. Both will get 32GB internal storage with the option to expand memory by up to 256GB using a microSD card. As for the display the Oppo A7 will come with a 6.2-inch HD+ touchscreen that will support a resolution of 1,520×720 pixels. The screen support 270 ppi pixel density. The rectangular notch has been replaced by a waterdrop design on the smartphone and it will be available in two colours – Glaze Blue and Glaring Gold.
Inside, the smartphone will come with the entry level Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset with an Octa-core CPU. For graphical duties it will get the Adreno 506 GPU. This will be backed by a fairly large battery of 4,230 mAh. Moving on to the cameras, the Oppo A7 will carry a twin camera setup at the back. These will be powered by a 13MP and 2MP sensors. Features like bokeh effect will be present in the budget smartphone. The front snapper will be powered by a 16MP sensor. Over that, a LED flash is present at back as well front of the mobile phone.
As for the operating system, the Oppo A7 will come with Android Oreo 8.1 out of the box with a layer of Oppo ColorOS 5.2 on it. For connectivity this smartphone will come with 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth version 4.2, GPS, WiFi and a micro USB port. A 3.5mm audio jack is also present on this mobile device. The smartphone is 7.5mm slim and weighs 168grams. The price is still unknown in India, but will be revealed in a few days’ time with its official launch.
Update: Price is tipped to be Rs 16,999 in India.
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5 features of Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro that are the same as Redmi Note 5 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro has finally come to the Indian market. The smartphone comes at a starting price of Rs 13,999 and will be up for grabs tomorrow onwards as a part of the Black Friday Sale. But before you device to buy it, you should know that the newly launched Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro has a number of features that are the same as its predecessor Redmi Note 5 Pro mobile. Here, we have listed down all of them. Read on to decide whether Xiaomi is offering the same internals in a fancy new packing or if Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is actually a worthy buy:
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is powered by the same processor as Redmi Note 5 Pro — Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 Soc. Considering this, it is safe to assume that the smartphone will have similar performance as the one we saw in Redmi Note 5 Pro.
With Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro, the company has not bumped up the battery of the smartphone at all. It is the same at its predecessor — Redmi Note 5 Pro. Both the smartphones house the same 4,000mAh battery.
Believe it or not, but Xiaomi has not changed the cameras in its latest smartphone. Both Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro and Redmi Note 6 Pro come with the same 12MP+5MP dual rear cameras. However, the company did say that it has changed the aperture. While the cameras of Redmi Note 5 Pro had an f/2.2 aperture, Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 6 Pro has an f/1.9 aperture. The new smartphone also comes with AI scene detection. However, we can’t say if it’ll effect the performance of the cameras as the AI enhancements have become more of a marketing gimmick that most smartphone companies use to sell their products better.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro, much like its predecessor, comes in two RAM variants — 4GB and 6GB. And much like its predecessor, both the variants are clubbed with 64GB onboard storage. We personally were expecting an upgrade to 128GB storage, but it seems like customers would have to buy an extra microSD card to get more storage onboard.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro does have an extra camera on its front panel, but the main primary camera remains the same as the one we saw on its predecessor Redmi Note 5 Pro. Both the smartphones come with the same 20MP primary selfie camera, although Xiaomi does claim that Redmi Note 6 Pro has an AI Portrait Selfie mode. We would have to see it to believe that it makes any difference or not.
We feel that Xiaomi has not made any relevant changes to the smartphone. Most of the internals remain the same and come with only minor upgrades. The company claims of AI functionalities, but as we mentioned earlier, AI has become more of a marketing tool of most smartphone brands. We would say, if you have the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro, you don’t need to upgrade. In the budget range too, you can consider some Nokia devices that fall under the Android One program because they will surely last longer, or you go for a smartphone in the Realme series as they are available at a better price.
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The processor
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is powered by the same processor as Redmi Note 5 Pro — Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 Soc. Considering this, it is safe to assume that the smartphone will have similar performance as the one we saw in Redmi Note 5 Pro.
The battery capacity
With Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro, the company has not bumped up the battery of the smartphone at all. It is the same at its predecessor — Redmi Note 5 Pro. Both the smartphones house the same 4,000mAh battery.
The dual rear cameras
Believe it or not, but Xiaomi has not changed the cameras in its latest smartphone. Both Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro and Redmi Note 6 Pro come with the same 12MP+5MP dual rear cameras. However, the company did say that it has changed the aperture. While the cameras of Redmi Note 5 Pro had an f/2.2 aperture, Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 6 Pro has an f/1.9 aperture. The new smartphone also comes with AI scene detection. However, we can’t say if it’ll effect the performance of the cameras as the AI enhancements have become more of a marketing gimmick that most smartphone companies use to sell their products better.
The RAM and storage
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro, much like its predecessor, comes in two RAM variants — 4GB and 6GB. And much like its predecessor, both the variants are clubbed with 64GB onboard storage. We personally were expecting an upgrade to 128GB storage, but it seems like customers would have to buy an extra microSD card to get more storage onboard.
The primary selfie camera
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro does have an extra camera on its front panel, but the main primary camera remains the same as the one we saw on its predecessor Redmi Note 5 Pro. Both the smartphones come with the same 20MP primary selfie camera, although Xiaomi does claim that Redmi Note 6 Pro has an AI Portrait Selfie mode. We would have to see it to believe that it makes any difference or not.
Our take
We feel that Xiaomi has not made any relevant changes to the smartphone. Most of the internals remain the same and come with only minor upgrades. The company claims of AI functionalities, but as we mentioned earlier, AI has become more of a marketing tool of most smartphone brands. We would say, if you have the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro, you don’t need to upgrade. In the budget range too, you can consider some Nokia devices that fall under the Android One program because they will surely last longer, or you go for a smartphone in the Realme series as they are available at a better price.
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Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi today launched its Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone in India. Prior to this, the smartphone has been launched in Hong Kong and Indonesia. The key features of Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone include a bigger display and a quad-camera setup. The smartphone is the successor of Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro smartphone that was launched earlier this year and saw a lot of success in the Indian market. Here are all the specifications and pricing details of the newly launched Xiaomi smartphone:
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro price in India
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone comes in two variants – one with 4GB RAM and the other with 6GB RAM. While the 4GB RAM variant is priced at Rs 13,999, the 6GB RAM model costs Rs 15,999. The smartphone is available in four colour options including Black, Blue, Rose Gold and Red. The smartphone will be going on sale during the Black Friday Sale at Flipkart, Mi.com and Mi Home. As a part of the introductory offer, Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro will be available at a discount of Rs 1,000 during the Black Friday sale on November 23. The company has also tied up with Reliance Jio and is offering an instant cashback of Rs 2,400 and up to 6TB of 4G data. A discount of Rs 500 can also be availed on paying for the smartphone using an HDFC Bank credit or debit card.Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro specifications
One thing that you should know about the specifications of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is the fact that a number of them are the same as the smartphone’s predecessor, Redmi Note 5 Pro. The specifications that are common between the two devices include the dual rear camera setup, the battery capacity and the processor. Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro mobile sports a 6.26-inch Full HD+ display that has an aspect ratio of 19:9, 86% screen-to-body ratio, comes with 2.5D curved glass and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 14nm processor paired with 4GB or 6GB of RAM. Both the variants are clubbed with 64GB of onboard storage. For imaging duties, the smartphone comes with four cameras in total — two at the back panel and two on the front for selfies. The back panel of Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro houses 12MP+5MP dual rear cameras that come with dual pixel autofocus, a low-light photpgraphy mode and AI enhancements. The 20MP+2MP dual selfie cameras of the smartphone come with AI Portrait Selfie mode and AI scene detection. According to the company, Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro’s selfie camera can detect up to 12 categories. Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro has been touted to come with a feature called Wi-Fi passthrough, which will enable users to connect multiple devices to one Wi-Fi device under the same log in. The smartphone houses a 4,000mAh battery that supports Quick Charge 3.0 technology and promises a standby time of 12 days. Redmi Note 6 Pro runs Android 8.1 Oreo skinned with MIUI 10 and comes with dual 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5, Wi-Fi, and GPS + GLONASS for connectivity. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.Here’s how you can win a free trip to the UK on OnePlus’ fifth anniversary
Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus will soon be celebrating its fifth anniversary. And as a part of the festivities, the company will be awarding lucky users with a chance to travel to the United Kingdom for a ‘mystery event’. OnePlus will be sponsoring their flight tickets and the users will get a complimentary stay in a hotel for one evening. And of course, they will get to be a part of OnePlus’ 5th-year-anniversary celebrations.
OnePlus will be giving this offer to six lucky winners. In order to be a part of the contest, you would have to upload a video that explaining why ‘speed’ is an important factor in your life.
The company has been focussing entirely on speed since it launched its previous flagship smartphone,OnePlus 6 (review). So it’s not surprising that OnePlus expects users to upload videos about their passion for speed on YouTube in order to participate. The company has stated that the videos must be creative and original. And participants are free to talk about speed of anything around them like cars, technology, life, and more.
The 5th-anniversary event of OnePlus will take place between early and mid-December and the smartphone maker has instructed the participants of the contest to make sure that they are free during this time. If you are keen on participating, the first step would be to fill out a form which OnePlus has shared in its thread on November 30, 2018. It is worth noticing that in order to be a part of the contest you must be at least 18 years old.
Although it has been recommended to make the videos in English, participants can talk in their native languages too. However, it must be shot in landscape mode in at least Full HD format.
OnePlus will then be choosing six lucky winners who would have the chance of flying with the company to the United Kingdom. As we mentioned earlier, the smartphone maker will sponsor flight tickets as well as one night stay in a hotel. The company will be announcing the winners on December 4. The company has assured that the event will definitely be fun and is worth being a part of.
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Samsung Galaxy A8s renders leaked show an Infinity-O punch hole display
A lot of noise has been created about the upcoming Samsung S10 smartphones and the foldable phone the company recently showcased. But that’s not all that the company has in store for 2019. Apart from that, a lot has been spoken about the new displays that Samsung is working on including Infinity-O, Infinity-U and Infinity-V.
In fact, among the three, it is Infinity-O that has garnered a lot of attention because it will house the selfie camera of the smartphone in the ‘punch-hole’ style cut-out on the display. We just got our hands on the renders of Samsung Galaxy A8s smartphone, which the company will reportedly launch in January next year.
The renders first appeared on AllAboutSamsung and they show the alleged Galaxy A8s with a ‘punch hole’ display. It is worth noticing that Samsung calls this kind of display as Infinity-O. It comes without any notch and instead has a circular cut-out at the top where the selfie camera of the smartphone is placed.
In the render that has been provided by AllAboutSamsung, the cut-out and the selfie camera are present on the top left corner, much like what Samsung said it will be like when it announced its Galaxy A6s smartphone. However, it is worth noticing that while notches can be hidden with software, if you don’t like the cut-out, there isn’t anything that you can do to hide it.
It will always be present to the user, so it may be an irritation to some while they are watching videos on the upcoming mobile phone. But then, the hole is too tiny so there may be others who wouldn’t notice.
On the upside, because the selfie camera is housed on the display in a cut-out, there is no need for a broad bezel on the top. The render shows a very thin strip of bezel at the bottom. This means that the device offers more screen space and we can expect it to have a more immersive viewing experience.
Other than this, the renders also show the back panel of the device which house the triple camera setup and also has a fingerprint sensor. The edges of the smartphone in the render have the power, volume rocker and Bixby buttons.
Apart from this, other details that are known about the Samsung Galaxy A8s include a Snapdragon 710 processor and 6GB of RAM. The smartphone is expected to come with Android 9 Pie and we are hoping to see Samsung’s new One UI on top.
It is also worth noticing that Galaxy S10 would not be the first smartphone by Samsung to come with an Infinity-O display, as Galaxy A8s will be launched before the S10 line-up.
Image courtesy: AllAboutSamsung
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In the render that has been provided by AllAboutSamsung, the cut-out and the selfie camera are present on the top left corner, much like what Samsung said it will be like when it announced its Galaxy A6s smartphone. However, it is worth noticing that while notches can be hidden with software, if you don’t like the cut-out, there isn’t anything that you can do to hide it.
It will always be present to the user, so it may be an irritation to some while they are watching videos on the upcoming mobile phone. But then, the hole is too tiny so there may be others who wouldn’t notice.
On the upside, because the selfie camera is housed on the display in a cut-out, there is no need for a broad bezel on the top. The render shows a very thin strip of bezel at the bottom. This means that the device offers more screen space and we can expect it to have a more immersive viewing experience.
Other than this, the renders also show the back panel of the device which house the triple camera setup and also has a fingerprint sensor. The edges of the smartphone in the render have the power, volume rocker and Bixby buttons.
Apart from this, other details that are known about the Samsung Galaxy A8s include a Snapdragon 710 processor and 6GB of RAM. The smartphone is expected to come with Android 9 Pie and we are hoping to see Samsung’s new One UI on top.
It is also worth noticing that Galaxy S10 would not be the first smartphone by Samsung to come with an Infinity-O display, as Galaxy A8s will be launched before the S10 line-up.
Image courtesy: AllAboutSamsung
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Facebook-owned WhatsApp has said announced that it has announced Abhijit Bose as its head of operations in India, which is its biggest market in terms of users.
Bose is the Co-founder and Chief Executive mobile payments firm Ezetap and has now become the first ever country head for WhatsApp, the messaging platform said in a statement.
He is a graduate of Cornell University and Havard Business School and will be taking over operations at WhatsApp in early 2019. His task will be to build WhatsApp’s first full country team outside California. The team will be based in Gurugram, the company has confirmed.
From Bose’s LinkedIn profile, we also got to know that prior to co-founding Ezetap, he was the Head of Product at Intuit GoConnect, served as the Vice President of JiGrahak Mobility Solutions, and has worked with Oracle.
WhatsApp also added that Bose, along with his team will be focussing on helping large and small businesses connect with their customers via the app. To recall, the company rolled out its WhatsApp Business app for small businesses this year, followed by the WhatsApp Business API to serve bigger businesses. With the statement that has been made by the company, it would be safe to assume that Bose and his team will be expected to take more steps in the same direction. WhatsApp’s statement also said that India has over one million users of its existing business products.
Speaking on the new appointment the company has made, Matt Idema, Chief Operating Officer of WhatsApp said, “WhatsApp is deeply committed to India and we are excited to keep building products that help people connect and support India’s fast-growing digital economy. As a successful entrepreneur himself, Abhijit knows what it takes to build meaningful partnerships that can serve businesses across India.”
Abhijit Bose, who would be taking over his role as the head of operations in India, said, “WhatsApp is special and can be a major partner for financial inclusion and economic growth in India. It’s not only how so many families stay in touch, but increasingly it’s how businesses are engaging with their customers. WhatsApp can positively impact the lives of hundreds of millions of Indians, allowing them to actively engage and benefit from the new digital economy.”
Prior to this, numerous reports had surfaced online which spoke about the Facebook-owned platform looking for its Country head for India, but it seemed like the company just couldn’t find the right person for the role. India happens to be one among the most important markets for WhatsApp, and that can be the reason why the company wants an entire dedicated team working for its operations in the country.
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Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) first impressions
South Korean technology giant Samsung has finally launched its Galaxy A9 (2018) smartphone in India. The key feature of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) is the quadruple camera setup that comes with on its back panel.
The much talked-about smartphone was launched globally at an event in Kuala Lampur last month. In India, it comes in two variants – one with 6GB RAM and the other with 8GB RAM. While the 6GB RAM variant is priced at Rs 36,990, the 8GB RAM model costs Rs 39,990. At the said price it competes directly with the likes of OnePlus 6T.
We had the opportunity of spending some time with the smartphone and here are our first impressions of the Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018):
On flipping over, you will see the 6.3-inch AMOLED display of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018), that surprisingly comes without a notch. The edges of the smartphone house the power, volume rocker and a dedicated Bixby button, which do offer a very good tactile feedback when we tried them.
The SIM card slot is placed on the top edge instead of the side and the bottom has a Type-C port, a 3.5mm jack and a speaker grille. The smartphone is definitely a stunner as far as its looks go. However, if you are someone who doesn’t like smartphones whose screen is too big, then Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) may not be the right choice for you.
But for us, it wasn’t really a minus, because of the crisp quality of images we got on the Super AMOLED panel of the device. At 6.3-inches, the display is tall, and everything that is showcased on it is so sharp and clear that we won’t be exaggerating it when we say that it was a visual treat. Although we haven’t spent too long with the smartphone yet, we plan to spend a lot of time playing games and watching videos, because the device’s display does seem very promising. We’ll test more aspects like sunlight readability and let you know about them in our detailed review.
The primary camera of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) has a 24MP sensor that has an f/1.7 aperture, which us clubbed with a 10MP telephoto lens with f/2.4 aperture that can be used for 2X optical zoom. Besides this, there is an 8MP 120-degrees ultra wide-angle lens and a 5MP depth camera with f/2.2 aperture which can be used for live focus.
We took some shots using the device indoors with good lighting conditions and they turned out to be really good. The images were vibrant, has accuracy in terms of colours and had details. The Android device has a 24MP selfie camera that comes with modes like Selfie Focus, AR Emoji and Wide Selfie. We clicked a few selfies with the device and we were quite happy with their colours and clarity. However, we will have to wait till we use the smartphone more to give you our detailed verdict of the smartphone.
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Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) design
The design of the Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) is simply great. The aesthetics of the smartphone are extremely appealing and the fact that it is available in unusual colours like Lemonade Blue and Bubblegum Pink makes the device stand out. There is a Caviar Black colour variant as well, but that looks common as compared to the other two colour options. Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) has a glass back panel which shows off the beautiful gradient colour scheme.
On flipping over, you will see the 6.3-inch AMOLED display of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018), that surprisingly comes without a notch. The edges of the smartphone house the power, volume rocker and a dedicated Bixby button, which do offer a very good tactile feedback when we tried them.
The SIM card slot is placed on the top edge instead of the side and the bottom has a Type-C port, a 3.5mm jack and a speaker grille. The smartphone is definitely a stunner as far as its looks go. However, if you are someone who doesn’t like smartphones whose screen is too big, then Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) may not be the right choice for you.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) display
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) features Samsung’s Infinity Display and we had a liking for it instantly. To be precise about the specifications, Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) sports a 6.3-inch full-HD+ (1080×2220 pixels) Infinity Display that has an aspect ratio of 18.5:9. If you are someone who likes an all-screen experience on your smartphone, then the lack of notch on Samsung Galaxy may disappoint you a bit. It instead has rather broad bezels on the top and the bottom.
But for us, it wasn’t really a minus, because of the crisp quality of images we got on the Super AMOLED panel of the device. At 6.3-inches, the display is tall, and everything that is showcased on it is so sharp and clear that we won’t be exaggerating it when we say that it was a visual treat. Although we haven’t spent too long with the smartphone yet, we plan to spend a lot of time playing games and watching videos, because the device’s display does seem very promising. We’ll test more aspects like sunlight readability and let you know about them in our detailed review.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) cameras
Now, let’s talk about the cameras of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) mobile. The camera setup of the smartphone includes primary, ultra-wide, telephoto lenses along with a depth sensor. They are all aligned vertically on the back panel of the device.
The primary camera of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) has a 24MP sensor that has an f/1.7 aperture, which us clubbed with a 10MP telephoto lens with f/2.4 aperture that can be used for 2X optical zoom. Besides this, there is an 8MP 120-degrees ultra wide-angle lens and a 5MP depth camera with f/2.2 aperture which can be used for live focus.
We took some shots using the device indoors with good lighting conditions and they turned out to be really good. The images were vibrant, has accuracy in terms of colours and had details. The Android device has a 24MP selfie camera that comes with modes like Selfie Focus, AR Emoji and Wide Selfie. We clicked a few selfies with the device and we were quite happy with their colours and clarity. However, we will have to wait till we use the smartphone more to give you our detailed verdict of the smartphone.
What we think
There are a number of aspects of the Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) that seem very promising. The build quality of the smartphone is absolutely top-notch, the smartphone looks extremely premium and has a great display. And above all, there are four cameras in the smartphone, which managed to click really good photos in the limited time that we had with the phone. However, there are a number of other things that we want to try out before we decide whether it’s a good buy or not. So stay tuned for our detailed review to know about Samsung Galaxy A9’s performance, battery life, and if the cameras are just as good in dimly lit conditions. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.Honor 10 Lite with Android 9 Pie launched: Price and specifications
Just a few days after launching Honor Magic 2 smartphone, Huawei‘s sub-brand has today launched a mid-range smartphone in China called Honor 10 Lite. As seen in leaks earlier, the smartphone comes with a metallic frame and has a curved glass body. The key features of the newly launched Honor smartphone include Android 9.0 Pie and a 24MP selfie camera. Here are all the pricing and specification details that you should know about the Honor 10 Lite smartphone:
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Honor 10 Lite price
The Honor 10 Lite smartphone comes in 4GB and 6GB RAM variants that are clubbed with 64GB and 128GB of onboard storage. While the 4GB RAM/64GB storage version is priced at CNY 1399, the 6GB RAM/64GB internal storage variant costs CNY 1699 and the 6GB RAM/128GB onboard storage model bears a price tag of CNY 1899. The smartphone will be available in Midnight Black, Gradient Blue, and Gradient Red colour variants and will go on sale starting November 22. It is already available for pre-orders in China.Honor 10 Lite specifications
Coming to the specification of the Honor 10 Lite mobile, it comes with a 6.21-inch Full HD+ (2340 x 1080p) pearl display that has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The display comes with a U-shaped notch on the top and has an eye protection mode that can filter out blue light to avoid straining the user’s eyes. Powered by an octa-core Kirin 710 processor paired with Mali-G51 MP4 GPU, the Honor 10 Lite smartphone comes in 4GB and 6GB RAM variants. While the base model comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage, the 6GB RAM model is paired with both 64GB and 128GB storage. For more storage, users can install a microSD card of up to 512GB. Honor 10 Lite runs the latest Android 9.0 Pie out of the box that has EMUI 9.0 skin baked on top. For imaging duties, the smartphone has 12MP+12MP dual rear cameras that come with an f/1.8 aperture, AIS, and auto scene detection. On the front panel, there is a 24MP snapper with f/2.0 aperture that can be used for selfies and video calls. The selfie camera of Honor 10 Lite also comes with an AI beauty mode and portrait lighting. Honor 10 Lite houses a 3,000mAh battery and comes with an Adaptive Battery mode. The smartphone has a fingerprint sensor on the back and its connectivity options include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, 3.5mm audio jack, and MicroUSB 2.0 port. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.[Video] Samsung Galaxy A9: Unboxing, First Look and Camera Samples
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Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A9 with its 4 rear cameras is now available in India at a price of Rs 36,990 for the 6GB RAM variant and Rs 39,990 for the 8GB version. The chipset in this one is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 CPU and comes with 128GB on board storage. A 3,800 mAh battery resides in this smartphone and the front snapper is powered by a 24MP front sensor. We unboxed the device and checked out its new features along with its camera quality in few indoor shots. Check it out!
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PUBG Mobile version 0.9.5 is now live with Royale Pass Season 4
PUBG is undoubtedly one among the most popular games of 2018. And if you are a fan, you have a reason to be happy about. The game is refreshing its mobile version to season four. The latest update of PUBG Mobile is called Royale Pass Season 4, the company confirmed on its Twitter page. The previous season of PUBG — Battle Royale game — ended on November 18. Here’s a look at when the new season of PUBG Mobile is scheduled to begin and what new features we can expect it to have:
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