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Realme 5 four-cam setup revealed online

Posted: 07 Aug 2019 07:45 AM PDT

The CEO of Realme India changed his Twitter name yesterday, revealing the new name of the incoming four-camera smartphone - it will be Realme 5. Today the company announced on Weibo more details about the 64 MP main shooter. Screenshots from the camera presentation The Realme 5 will have the Samsung ISOCELL Bright GW1 sensor and it appears it will be the first phone to do so, even before the Redmi flagship. The size of it is 1/1.72", with a pixel size of 0.8µm, making it even bigger than the 48 MP ISOCELL Bright GM1 platform, used in other phones from the same price...

Smartwatch market grows, Apple maintains a massive lead

Posted: 07 Aug 2019 07:00 AM PDT

As the smartphone market is cooling off, the smartwatch market is growing at an accelerating pace. 12 million units were shipped during Q2 this year, a growth of 44% compared to the same period last year. The Apple Watch maintains its massive lead - Cupertino shipped an impressive 5.7 million units, meaning it controls nearly half of the market. Samsung is in pursuit with 2 million shipments in Q2. That's more than double the number from the same period last year. It still has a way to go, but Strategy Analytics believes the Galaxy Watch Active2 and other new models will help it expand...

Sony challenged filmmaking students to shoot short films on Xperia 1

Posted: 07 Aug 2019 06:20 AM PDT

Sony partnered with San Francisco's Academy of Arts University for the Sony Xperia Summer Film Fest. Using the Cinema Pro app and Creator mode on the Sony Xperia 1, students had to shoot a short film (under 5 minutes) based on the words "kando", "joy" or "wonder". The top 25 entries were selected and now it's up to you to vote for the winner - head over to XperiaFilmFest to watch the films and vote for your favorite. The winner will receive $10,000 to help fund their future projects. Entries in the Sony Xperia Summer Film Fest As you can...

Xiaomi Mi 9 5G coming with QHD screen, OIS and larger battery

Posted: 07 Aug 2019 05:35 AM PDT

We've been hearing rumors lately of an upcoming 5G phone from Xiaomi which bagged certifications in China. Up until now, it was believed that the device bearing the M1908F1XE model number was the next Mi Mix phone but now a new report clarifies that it's actually be a 5G version of the Xiaomi Mi 9. #Xiaomi #5G #XiaomiMi95G My chinese colleague said that new Xiaomi Mi 9 5G (model M1908F1XE) should have some new features: 1) screen becomes bigger 2k 2) main shot for new plus OIS 3) battery increase— Xiaomishka (@xiaomishka) August 7, 2019 Xiaomi tipster Xiaomishka says a trustworthy...

Google Pixel 4 XL case renders give us a closer look at the triple camera

Posted: 07 Aug 2019 04:30 AM PDT

We get another set of Google Pixel 4 XL images, confirming the unsightly camera cutout at the back. This time around they come from a Chinese case maker. The pictures offer a closer look at the back camera design and picture three lenses - main, telephoto and an ultra wide-angle one. The top camera seems a little bigger than on the previous renders, but since case makers only get info about the size of cutouts required we wouldn't read anything into the actual elements pictured inside. There's still plenty of time before the October release. Historically, Pixel phones have been...

LG K20 with Android Go makes its way to Europe

Posted: 07 Aug 2019 04:23 AM PDT

LG has just quietly updated its entry-level K20 which originally came out in 2017. The new version is actually running the lightweight Android Go Pie edition and will be available across Europe. Upfront, we have a 5.45-inch 18:9 FullVision display with a resolution of 480 x 960. The selfie cam comes in at 5MP and features a flash for better portraits in low light scenarios. Going around the back we have a single 8MP F/2.2 shooter, an LED flash and the single loudspeaker. There isn't a physical fingerprint reader on this one though. The LG K20 packs a Snapdragon 425 chipset...

Blue Samsung Galaxy Note10+ pops up hours before launch

Posted: 07 Aug 2019 04:21 AM PDT

We're just several hours removed from Samsung's big Galaxy Note10 announcement and the leaks keep on coming. The latest news comes courtesy of Evan Blass who managed to get hold of an official-looking image of the Galaxy Note10+ in a blue paint job. Yesterday we got to see the Rose color of the Note10 and we've already seen the Aura Glow, Black and White colorways so we know what colors to look forward to. If you want a brief rundown of what to expect from today's announcement check out our rumor roundup and stay tuned for full coverage of the Galaxy Unpacked event...

Redmi with 64MP camera coming in Q4, Mi Mix 4 to get a 108MP sensor

Posted: 07 Aug 2019 02:50 AM PDT

Realme formally announced its partnership with Samsung to bring a smartphone with its new 64MP ISOCELL sensor to market in Q4 of this year. Xiaomi claims Redmi will be one of the first brands in the world to feature the new sensor. It should come to India first and will likely be the Redmi Note 8. #Redmi will be one of the 1st brands in the world to launch a mind-blowing, powerful and class-leading #64MP camera.The #FutureOfCamera is in unprecedented details.RT to spread the word. pic.twitter.com/nS15G3YH0I— Redmi India for #MiFans (@RedmiIndia) August 7, 2019 The Samsung-made...

OnePlus 7 Pro 5G launch in China is right around the corner

Posted: 07 Aug 2019 02:00 AM PDT

The OnePlus 7 Pro 5G is already selling in some markets, but it is yet to arrive in its maker's homeland. The phone appeared on TENAA now though, meaning its Chinese launch is imminent. The device with model number GM1925 revealed itself in images, showcasing its Nebula Blue back with a "OnePlus 5G" moniker. The phone is virtually identical to the regular OnePlus 7 Pro, aside from the presence of the Snapdragon X50 modem on the SD855 chipset. It is a sleek device with a 6.67" screen with QHD+ resolution and 90 Hz refresh rate. On the inside it sports up to 12 GB RAM and up to 256 GB...

Samsung Galaxy Note10 to launch in India on August 20

Posted: 07 Aug 2019 01:10 AM PDT

Today is Galaxy Note10 day, as you may know. Samsung is busy with the finishing touches readying its big event where it will unveil the Note10 and Note10+ and their 5G versions. The phones have so far been said to get a release date of August 23. Now a new rumor from India comes to tell us that the Note10 will make its official appearance in the subcontinent on August 20. That's when the family should launch over there, although it's unclear whether you'll find them in stores on August 23 like elsewhere, or later. Hopefully they will be available at the same time everywhere, including...

Samsung introduces 7nm Exynos 9825 right ahead of Galaxy Note10 launch

Posted: 06 Aug 2019 11:30 PM PDT

Samsung has just released the Exynos 9825 chipset, hours before the Unpacked event where the Galaxy Note10 will be announced. The new SoC is built on the 7nm EUV process node and is an upgrade over the 8nm Exynos 9820 with a faster Mali-G76 MP12 GPU. The platform is first in the industry with the EUV processing technology, albeit not being the first on the 7 nm process - the Exynos 9820 was built on the 8 nm LPP process. Samsung said the 9825 will bring improved gaming experience and graphics performance in a power-efficient package, meaning the upgraded chip is more about...

Redmi 7A is now available from offline stores in India, more expensive than online

Posted: 06 Aug 2019 10:30 PM PDT

Xiaomi's Redmi 7A has so far been available through online sales, but that is changing today. The entry-level smartphone is now also available through offline retail channels, but there is a catch. Buying the device from a physical store instead of online will command an INR 200 price premium. So while the base model with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage costs INR 5,999 online, to buy this one from a brick-and-mortar store you'll pay INR 6,199. Similarly, the version with 32GB of storage is priced at INR 6,199 online, and INR 6,399 offline. So you'll be eating some of the costs of...

Samsung has a change of heart regarding security updates for the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge

Posted: 06 Aug 2019 09:30 PM PDT

Back in June Samsung decided that the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge are old enough that they don't warrant receiving quarterly security updates anymore, so the company bumped them into a category that gets "other" (read: less frequent) updates. That wasn't a huge surprise considering the phones were launched more than three years ago, but now Samsung has changed its mind. Both the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge are back on the quarterly security updates train, and this is great news for owners of these devices, regardless of what the reasoning for such a move may be. Even Google only promises three years...

Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 4G starts working on Verizon on August 8

Posted: 06 Aug 2019 08:30 PM PDT

Mobvoi announced the new TicWatch Pro last month, and one of its main additions is 4G LTE connectivity. At the unveiling, the company mentioned that it had partnered with Verizon in the US to let the users connect their wearables to its network. Except this hasn't been possible so far. That will all change in a couple of days. Starting on August 8, Verizon will let you activate a TicWatch Pro 4G on its network. You can do that via the My Verizon app or the website. Wearable plans at the carrier start at $10 per month, and you'll also need to pay a one-time activation fee. The...

HTC Desire 19+ is coming to Germany for €329

Posted: 06 Aug 2019 07:30 PM PDT

HTC may have its fair share of troubles in general, and in the UK in particular, but it's still operating as before in continental Europe. And it's now getting ready to release a new smartphone in Germany. We're talking about the Desire 19+, which got announced for the Taiwanese market back in June. The phone is expected to become available in Germany in the next couple of weeks. It will cost €329, unlocked and SIM-free. That may not seem like much, but the specs the phone brings to the table aren't anything to write home about either. It's got a 6.2-inch 720x1520 19:9 LCD...

OnePlus 6T is $50 off until the end of the month, comes with free case and headphones

Posted: 06 Aug 2019 06:30 PM PDT

The OnePlus 6T launched last year is still for sale in the US from the company's website, because for some reason it decided not to launch the OnePlus 7 over there (which is, for all intents and purposes, an evolution of the 6T unlike the 7 Pro which is an entirely new beast in the lineup). From now and up until the end of this month, OnePlus is holding a Back to School promo, cutting the 6T's price by $50 and giving you a couple of free accessories too. With the price cut, the OnePlus 6T now starts at $469, with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. If you want 8GB of RAM, you'll pay $499,...

AT&T launches 5G in New York City for business customers

Posted: 06 Aug 2019 05:30 PM PDT

AT&T's 5G network is finally up and running in one of the largest cities in the world - New York City. The catch is that even if you want to, you can't use it right now because it's only available for business customers. Of course, the network is far from ready. It's only available in small spots throughout the city and uses the millimeter wave, which is quite fast but has limited range. Moreover, indoor connections pose a challenge. A more practical implementation of the 5G will come in the following months on the sub-6GHz frequencies while nation-wide coverage should be expected...

Fossil announces Gen 5 smartwatch with Wear OS, Snapdragon 3100 chipset and Smart Battery modes

Posted: 06 Aug 2019 04:30 PM PDT

The latest addition in Fossil's portfolio is the Gen 5 smartwatch. It packs an updated spec sheet and new battery modes which promise increased autonomy. The casing now comes with a dedicated speaker alongside a microphone allowing you to make and take calls. Interacting with the watch is done via the 1.28-inch round OLED display. The casing features three buttons including a rotating crown for seamless navigation through the OS and two separate customizable buttons. The Gen 5 is available in a 44 mm size with Carlyle and Julianna variants both of which feature stainless steel builds....

Xiaomi cuts Poco F1 prices in India even further

Posted: 06 Aug 2019 03:30 PM PDT

One of the main selling points of the Poco F1 was that it launched with an affordable price tag, but that hasn't stopped Xiaomi from slashing the price several times. After the latest round of discounts, the 6/128GB model costs INR 19,000. This not much more than the base 6/64GB model, which is INR 18,000. The price difference is just enough to buy a microSD card, so you can get 64GB now and add more storage later, but keep in mind that internal memory is usually faster and play nicer with some apps. The price of the 8/256GB model fell the steepest - a whopping INR 5,000 discount since...

Amazon leaks Motorola One Action, reveals price and launch date

Posted: 06 Aug 2019 02:30 PM PDT

The Motorola One Action has leaked before, but thanks to a blunder by Amazon Germany, we now have early pricing and availability info. A product page was briefly available (now pulled down), which also revealed specifications and images. Motorola One Action in two colors The phone will go on sale on September 7 (according to Amazon), following a reveal at IFA. The top-specced model will cost €300. It comes with 4GB of RAM and 128GB storage, but leaked specs suggest that there will be cheaper configurations - 3/32GB and 4/64GB. Motorola One Action The Motorola...

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