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Samsung unveils Odyssey Neo G9 240Hz gaming monitor with mini-LED backlight

Posted: 27 Jul 2021 08:11 AM PDT

Samsung has upgraded its Odyssey G9 ultra wide gaming monitor with the same Neo QLED tech used in its latest TVs that feature mini-LED backlights. The new model is dubbed the Odyssey Neo G9. Samsung bills it as the world's first mini-LED curved gaming monitor with Quantum Matrix tech, but note that it is not the first mini-LED monitor on the market. The Odyssey Neo G9 is a 49" monitor with 32:9 aspect ratio – basically, it is two 16:9 monitors side by side. The resolution is the same as on the original, 5,120 x 1,440 px. And it has the same 1000R curvature. However, the new Quantum...

ZTE Axon 30 5G brings second-gen UD camera, Snapdragon 870 and 55W charging

Posted: 27 Jul 2021 07:25 AM PDT

Continuing its pioneering efforts set with last year's Axon 20 5G, ZTE has just announced its second-gen under-display camera smartphone – the Axon 30 5G. A year's worth of change brings upgrades across the board and most importantly in the UD camera and display. The 10bit AMOLED panel on the Axon 30 comes in at a sizeable 6.92-inches, packing a 120Hz refresh rate and FHD+ resolution. The 16MP UD camera and display area above it have been completely reworked featuring rearranged pixels with higher transparency cathodes. ZTE doubled the ppi count above the camera module to 400ppi up...

Nothing ear (1) officially launched, available July 31

Posted: 27 Jul 2021 06:41 AM PDT

UK-based Nothing today launched its first product. The ear (1) are a pair of truly wireless earbuds with features such as active noise cancelation, wireless charging, and water-resistance. The Nothing ear (1) feature a unique transparent design, with both the charging case and earbuds being made from clear plastic. The clear plastic allows one to see through part of the case and also peek at the internals of the wireless earbuds. The earbuds weigh just 4.7g per earbud. The 0.34cc chamber has a single 11.6mm dynamic driver. The ear (1) support Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity with SBC and...

Samsung exec reveals what to expect on Aug 11: S Pen for foldables, better multitasking

Posted: 27 Jul 2021 05:59 AM PDT

Samsung has confirmed the August 11 date for the Unpacked event, and today the president of the Mobile business TM Roh has shared some details on what to expect in two weeks. In a feature article on the official website, the executive revealed the first-ever S Pen for foldables will arrive, and we are definitely not getting a Galaxy Note. Samsung proudly announced partnerships with fellow tech giants Google and Microsoft. In today's world of online meetings and long-distance conversations, the new foldable devices will offer a better hands-free video calling experience with Google Duo...

Watch the Nothing ear (1) launch event

Posted: 27 Jul 2021 05:09 AM PDT

The day has come for Carl Pei's Nothing brand to introduce its first product – a pair of TWS earbuds called ear (1). The launch will be live-streamed in collaboration with UnboxTherapy and you can tune in via the video below starting at 2PM BST (1PM UTC/6:30PM IST) time. YouTuber Casey Neistat who was among the first wave of investors will also join in on the launch and we can also expect other investors like Tony Fadell (inventor of the iPod) and Carl Pei himself to be present. As for the earbuds, the most up-to-date rumors suggest a transparent design, active noise cancelation...

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra rumored to launch alongside Galaxy S22 series

Posted: 27 Jul 2021 04:19 AM PDT

While most eyes are turned towards Samsung's August 11 Galaxy Unpacked event where we should see the debut of the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 phones, tipster Ice Universe is sharing more details about the upcoming tablet flagship series - Galaxy Tab S8. The big takeaway is that we will see an Ultra model in Samsung's flagship tablet line as well, bearing the SM-X906x model number. Tab S8+ SM-X806x 10090mAhTab S8 Ultra SM-X906x 11500mAh— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) July 27, 2021 The new leak suggests the Tab S8 Ultra will carry a 11,550 mAh battery and will boot One UI 4.0 running on...

Oppo Watch 2 unveiled with Wear 4100 chipset, 42mm and 46mm sizes available with eSIM

Posted: 27 Jul 2021 03:29 AM PDT

The Oppo Watch 2 arrives with a Wear 4100 chipset alongside a custom Apollo 4s co-processor by Ambiq. The Ultra Dynamic Dual Engine promises to extend battery life – the 46mm model should last up to 4 days on a charge, growing to 16 days in Power Saver mode. With VOOC 2.0 fast charging just 10 minutes are enough for a full day of use. This watch has an optional eSIM, which will be available in both 42mm and 46mm sizes. There will be a Bluetooth-only version as well, though only in 42 mm. The Oppo Watch 2 has a curved AMOLED display with 326 ppi pixel density and 60Hz refresh...

Realme Flash teased as world's first Android phone with Magnetic Wireless Charging

Posted: 27 Jul 2021 02:34 AM PDT

Yesterday we exclusively reported that Realme will soon launch the Realme Flash as the world's first Android smartphone with magnetic wireless charging, and that bit was officially confirmed today by the company itself. The company also shared a poster having a silhouette of the Realme Flash, showing us the rear side of the phone housing a triple camera setup, and corroborating the design we saw yesterday from our exclusive report. In our quest to be the pioneers of technology, we created #realmeFlash. It's the world's first Android Phone with Magnetic Wireless Charging! RT if you...

Intel and Qualcomm strike chip manufacturing deal

Posted: 27 Jul 2021 01:47 AM PDT

Qualcomm and Amazon will be the first customers for Intel's new Foundry Services business. The company behind the Snapdragon chipsets will source its SoCs from Intel on its 20A process technology which uses new RibbonFET transistor architecture and promises improved power management. The node is scheduled to be released by 2024. Amazon's Web Services division (AWS) will rely on Intel's new IFS packaging solutions though no specific chipsets will actually be produced for Amazon. Making chipsets and packaging solutions for third-party companies signals a major shift in Intel's business...

LG adds two more Tone Free earbuds with ANC, UV self-cleaning

Posted: 27 Jul 2021 12:58 AM PDT

LG might be done with the smartphone business but the company has no intentions to stop developing accessories for them. The latest proof is the launch of two additions to its new Tone Free TWS lineup - the FP9 and FP5 join the already announced FP8. The new earbuds have shorter stems, promote an active lifestyle with IPX4 protection and Active Noise Cancellation with three different modes. All three pairs have Spatial Processing from Meridian Audio which helps deliver more immersive audio experience simulating sound coming from all directions. There is also a software enhancement...

MediaTek Kompanio 1300T chipset unveiled: a Dimensity 1200 for tablets

Posted: 26 Jul 2021 11:31 PM PDT

MediaTek unveiled the Kompanio 1300T chipset, its latest and greatest offering for tablets and ARM-powered laptops. It is similar in hardware to the Dimensity 1200 chipset and is an upgrade over the Kompanio 1200 (MT8195) that was announced in November last year. The Kompanio 1300T is fabbed on TSMC's 6nm node and features an octa-core processor with Cortex-A78 cores and A55 cores. The major upgrade is in the GPU department, which now features a nine-core Mali-G77 MC9 (the 1200 chip has a mid-range G57 MC5). The 1300T comes with an integrated 5G modem that works in the sub-6 GHz bands...

Realme X9 Pro's full specs and images revealed by TENAA

Posted: 26 Jul 2021 10:00 PM PDT

The RMX3881, believed to be the Realme X9 Pro, was spotted on MIIT recently with a 6.5" screen, 4,880 mAh battery, Android 11, and 5G support. Now the smartphone has appeared on China's TENAA with full specs and images as it inches closer to the launch. TENAA corroborates the specs revealed by MIIT while also telling us that the panel is an LCD type with FullHD+ resolution. Under the hood, the X9 Pro has a 2.4GHz octa-core processor with 4/6/8GB RAM and 64/128/256GB of internal storage. It will also come with a memory card slot for storage expansion. The X9 Pro will feature a 16MP...

Samsung leaks: Z Fold3’s S Pen case, Z Flip3 renders, and water resistance leaks

Posted: 26 Jul 2021 09:04 PM PDT

Another day, another load of Samsung leaks pertaining to Samsung's upcoming foldables. There are a few leaks that we're covering in a single post. Let's start with the Water resistance news. According to a poster leaked by @evleaks, both of Samsung's foldable phones will feature a water-resistance rating. Along with this, the well-known leaker also offered some specs for the upcoming foldables. We've seen reports of the IPX8 water resistance before, but now we have a visual. Few upcoming foldable details.Z Flip3- 6.7" internal / 1.9" cover displays- 12MP x2 (rear) / 10MP (selfie)Z...

Motorola Edge 20 Pro gets portrayed in official-looking renders

Posted: 26 Jul 2021 06:53 PM PDT

Following a slew of leaked renders showing the Motorola Edge 20 a few days ago, today we have some official-looking renders of the Edge 20 Pro doing the rounds. So far, the Pro model of the family was expected to sport a curved screen like the original Edge and Edge+, but as you can see below, the point of the "Edge" branding is now completely lost, as Motorola chose to go with a flat panel on all three members of the 2021 lineup. The Motorola Edge 20 Pro is expected to have the Snapdragon 870 chipset at the helm, paired with 6/8/12GB of RAM and 128 or 256GB of storage. On the rear...

Nokia C30 and 6310 go official alongside a bunch of true wireless earbuds

Posted: 26 Jul 2021 04:31 PM PDT

Aside from the XR20, HMD Global has announced another two phones, the 6310 and the C30. The former is, as the name implies, yet another reinterpretation of a classic Nokia phone from years past, while the C30 is an interesting Android smartphone with a big battery and low price. Nokia C30 The C-series is Nokia's new entry-level family of devices, and as such you shouldn't expect record-breaking specs on offer here. In fact, the Nokia C30 is the new "king" of the C-series, with the biggest screen and largest battery capacity at 6.82" and 6,000 mAh, respectively. The screen has...

Nokia XR20 is a rugged 5G phone with 4 years of updates

Posted: 26 Jul 2021 04:02 PM PDT

The Nokia XR20 is here and it's what Nokia believes a no-compromises mobile should be - calling it life-proof. It's built to last both in hardware and in software. Starting with the former - the Nokia XR20 has a ruggedized casing, which is MIL-STD810H-certified to withstand drops from 1.8 meters. Coupled with standard IP68 water and dust resistance and Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and the XR20 looks like a phone that won't require cases or screen protectors. The Nokia XR20 Under that heavy-duty exterior is a capable smartphone with very few things missing. The 6.67-inch...

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 leak shows triple camera setup

Posted: 26 Jul 2021 01:42 PM PDT

While distinctly different from most other smartphones on the market, Microsoft's Surface Duo did not really capture the consumer interest that Microsoft hoped it would. Despite its underwhelming sales performance, Surface Duo might be getting a successor as evident by a YouTube video that gives out some details regarding Microsoft's alleged second gen phone. This is the first time we're hearing anything about a Surface Duo 2 so take this info with a few grains of salt. Microsoft Surface Duo 2 (source) Surface Duo 2 brings some design similar to the original model with its two...

Report: Apple to use titanium alloy in iPhone 14 Pro

Posted: 26 Jul 2021 12:23 PM PDT

Apple is planning on using titanium in the iPhone 14 Pro models, as per a note to investors by JP Morgan Chase' China office. The titanium could be used on the outer chassis or the internal frame, or both. Apple already has some experience with titanium, most notably in the Apple Watch and in the Apple Card. Titanium is stronger than most metals (three times as strong as stainless steel), while being lighter. However it is prone to smudges and can be unattractive. Apple would presumably address these issues by binding the titanium to another metal in an alloy. According to the...

Realme Narzo 30 5G hands-on review

Posted: 26 Jul 2021 11:58 AM PDT

Realme X9 Pro (RMX3381) appears on MIIT, vanilla X9 gets detailed by TENAA

Posted: 26 Jul 2021 11:09 AM PDT

The Realme X9 Pro (RMX3381) has appeared on MIIT, a few weeks after the vanilla Realme X9 did so (RMX3361). Note that the X9 Pro was previously identified as the RMX3366, though that turned out to be the GT Master Edition. Basic specs for the Realme X9 Pro (RMX3381) from MIIT According to the certification, the X9 Pro will have a 6.5" display (up from 6.43"). It will measure 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.8 mm (vs. 159.2 x 73.5 x 8.0mm) and will pack a 4,880 mAh battery (up from 4,300 mAh). Considering that the vanilla model got a certification to use 65W fast charging, the Pro model will support...
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