Apple releases iOS 12.3 and tvOS 12.3 with new TV app, watchOS 5.2.1 and macOS 10.14.5 too

Today Apple is rolling out updates to all of its operating systems. iOS 12.3 and tvOS 12.3 are now going out to supported devices, packing in the new TV app that was announced at the company's March event. The app is available in over 100 countries, all you need is a device with iOS 12.3 or tvOS 12.3 installed. You can also find the app on select Samsung smart TVs starting today. It will come to macOS "this fall". The app lets you subscribe to Apple TV channels, paying only for those you want, and watch directly in the app, on demand. In the US, options include HBO, Starz, Showtime,...

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S855-powered Redmi K20 Pro may be the Pocophone F2

Xiaomi's Redmi sub-brand is preparing to launch its first two flagships - the Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro. The differences between vanilla and Pro are so far pretty murky. However, one of these devices can be rebranded as the Pocophone F2. The Redmi K20 Pro has leaked several times with fairly detailed specs. It will feature a 6.39" AMOLED display with an in-display fingerprint reader and Gorilla Glass 6 protection. The phone will sport a triple camera with a 48MP main, 8MP ultra-wide and 16MP telephoto cameras. In lieu of a notch, there will be a 20MP pop-up selfie camera. Finally, a...

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OnePlus 7 event is coming: what to expect

OnePlus will switch to a two-tier strategy tomorrow - its new phone will also have a Pro version. With more advanced features, it will be better-equipped to fight competing flagships, while the vanilla OnePlus 7 will be available for those who seek a similar experience on a tighter budget. The top-specced model will be a 5G-connected version of the Pro. Here's what to expect from the event tomorrow. OnePlus 7 Pro The co-founders have essentially confirmed that the OnePlus 7 Pro will feature an HDR10+ screen with 90Hz refresh rate. DisplayMate already tested it and gave it a glowing...

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Xperia 1 goes on pre-order in Scandinavia, bundled with Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones

The Sony Xperia 1 will come bundled with Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones, which many regard as the noise canceling king. However, at €300 or so, many may also regard them as pricey. The bundle will sell for €1,000 on Finnish carrier Elisa. We also found them on Danish store Bilka for SEK 8,000 and Norway's Elkjop for NOK 10,000. Both Elisa and Bilka list the delivery date as June 3, which is just a few days after the UK release. Sony Xperia 1 + Sony WH-1000XM3 bundle Note that the headphones bundle is available only if you pre-order. If you can't shell out that kind of cash at...

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Oppo Reno Z renders and pricing leak

Oppo's first Reno series launched last month with the Oppo Reno, Reno 10x zoom and Reno 5G and it looks like the company will soon offer a cheaper alternative. China Telecom briefly listed a new Reno Z phone on its website. We have the renders and specs alongside the pricing info. Oppo Reno Z in Star Purple The phone will feature a 6.4-inch FHD+ display with a waterdrop notch for the front 32MP selfie cam and a built-in fingerprint reader. Around the back, the phone will offer a dual camera setup with a 48MP main sensor and a 5MP depth helper. Powering the insides is the...

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Xperia 1 goes on pre-order in Scandinavia, bundled with Sony WH-100XM3 headphones

The Sony Xperia 1 will come bundled with Sony WH-100XM3 headphones, which many regard as the noise canceling king. However, at €300 or so, many may also regard them as pricey. The bundle will sell for €1,000 on Finnish carrier Elisa. We also found them on Danish store Bilka for SEK 8,000 and Norway's Elkjop for NOK 10,000. Both Elisa and Bilka list the delivery date as June 3, which is just a few days after the UK release. Sony Xperia 1 + Sony WH-100XM3 bundle Note that the headphones bundle is available only if you pre-order. If you can't shell out that kind of cash at...

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Redmi Note 7 series sales pass 2 million mark in India

The Redmi Note 7 and Note 7 Pro have proven themselves as fan favorites in India and today the brand announced that the two phones reached 2 million sales just two months after their launch. 2+ MILLION in 2 MONTHS! #MissionAccomplished! 🥊Thank you Mi fans for the love you've shown to #RedmiNote7 and #RedmiNote7Pro! Now it's time to gear up for a new #48MP! 💥Are you ready for #48MPForEveryone? RT if you wanna know more. pic.twitter.com/hk0KFsAPNo— Redmi India (@RedmiIndia) May 13, 2019 Last month Redmi announced the Note 7 series topped 1 million sales so for now the...

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Benchmark reveals that the Samsung Galaxy Note10 will have a 19:9 screen

The Samsung Galaxy Note10 screen will match the Galaxy S10 phones with a 19:9 aspect ratio (the Galaxy Note9 has an 18.5:9 screen). This is most likely due to the switch to punch hole selfie camera(s). The new flagship will be available in two sizes - Galaxy Note10 and Note10 Pro, both of which will come in 4G and 5G versions. One of these models, Verizon's Note10 Pro 5G judging by the model number (SM-N976V), was spotted in the HTML5test database. Based on the rumors, the vanilla Note10 will have a 6.28" screen and the Pro will go up to 6.75". Assuming a 1440p+ class display, the...

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Honor launches Honor Days sale via Amazon India

Honor is launching a four-day sales event for its best selling devices in India. The Honor Days sale will offer plenty of discounts via Amazon so if you've been waiting for a good offer on an Honor phone or a band now might be your chance. Between today and May 17, you can get some limited offers like an Honor Play for INR 13,999 or an Honor View 20 for INR 37,999. The most affordable offering from the list is the 3/32GB Honor 7C which comes at INR 7,999. Other offers include the 4/32GB Honor 8C for INR 9,999, the 4/64GB Honor 9 Lite for INR 9,999 as well as the 4/64GB Honor 9N for yet...

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Mi Fit 4.0 app update comes with new card-based UI

Mi Fit is the hub of the Xiaomi health tracking hardware - from the simple Mi Band smart running shoes. The app received an update with a new card-based interface as well as additional workout types (at least that's what the changelog claims). The main screen now shows the status card, which offers at a glance info of steps taken, calories burned, sleep and weight data, as well as the latest heart rate measurement (where available). You can tap the card for a detailed view, again card-based, with the option to re-order cards so you can focus on the metric that's most important to...

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vivo V15 Aqua Blue variant and V15 Pro with 8GB RAM launched in India

vivo was India's fastest growing smartphone brand for the past year, far outpacing the standard market growth. A large part of that was down to the V15 Pro, which was crowned as the fastest growing V-series phone. The company is trying to build up on that success by introducing an updated 8GB RAM version of the V15 Pro alongside a new Aqua Blue vivo V15. Apart from the added 2GB RAM, the upgraded V15 Pro is identical to the regular version in every aspect. It still boats a 6.39-inch FHD+ screen with an in-display fingerprint reader and narrow bezels thanks to the 32MP elevating selfie...

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OnePlus 7 Pro available for reservation in China

Just a day before its official launch, the OnePlus 7 Pro has made its way to Chinese online retailer JD.com, which is accepting reservation. Those who are interested in purchasing the phone can sign up and will be notified when the phone is officially available for purchase. OnePlus 7 Pro reservation page OnePlus is betting high on the success of its upcoming flagship as CEO Pete Lau claims the phone will "lead the industry to a new era of fluent experience". The phone will feature the latest and greatest components such as the Snapdragon 855 with UFS 3.0 flash memory, which should...

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Xiaomi will soon sell its products through vending machines in India

Xiaomi has announced its plans to set up Mi Express Kiosks in India. These are vending machines that customers can use to buy Xiaomi products directly, without having to deal with any middlemen. These vending machines will be present across metro cities in public areas with greater footfall such as tech parks, metro stations, airports, and shopping malls. Consumers will be able to purchase products using credit cards, debit cards, cash and UPI. The company plans to set up these kiosks over the coming months and eventually also expand to more cities across the country. The...

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Redmi Pro 2 specs appear online

Redmi is looking to spice up its porfolio with a flagship offering powered by the Snapdragon 855. The phone in question might be called the Redmi Pro 2 and we have its supposed spec sheet thanks to a Chinese leakster. Redmi Pro 2 spec sheet The phone features a similar design to the Redmi Note 7 but without a display cutout thanks to its 20MP pop-up camera. The screen appears to have a rather large chin and some top bezel but it is forgivable as it is expected to be priced well below other flagship offerings. The display comes in at 6.39-inches and with FHD+ resolution. It's...

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Apple iPhone XR's successor to bring two new colors

One of the key features of the iPhone XR is the wide range of bright colors and Apple is reportedly working on further improving that in its successor. Two new paint jobs will be coming to replace two of the current ones. According to a reliable source, the colors in question are coral and blue - they will make way for new green and lavender-like shade. Interestingly, the renders that surfaced the other day show the handset in blue, yellow, white and red. It's cool to see Apple departing from its boring black and white scheme even if it's only for its "budget" handset. We will see...

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Realme X official images appear

Realme is looking to bring a full-screen phone with the Realme X on Wednesday. Thanks to the abundance of leaks we've already seen the phone's design and even the retail box and now Realme provided official renders of the device for the first time via their Weibo account. The phone will come in white and a blue/purple gradient colors. Up front, we see the 6.5-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with its minimal bezels and built-in fingerprint sensor. Above it is the front pop-up camera which will feature a 16MP sensor. Around the back, we see the double camera setup with a 48MP main and 5MP depth...

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