Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro and Redmi Note 5 Pro both get stable Android 9 Pie updates

Back in March, Xiaomi started sending out beta builds of the Android 9 Pie update for both the Redmi 6 Pro and the Redmi Note 5 Pro to interested testers in India. And now it looks like all the bugs have been ironed out, because the stable update is rolling out for both devices. It's arriving over-the-air in India, as MIUI 10.3.2.0.PDMMIXM for the Redmi 6 Pro, weighing in at 1.6GB. This release includes the May 2019 security patch level. You also get face unlock support for App lock, the ability to stay on the lock screen after using face unlock, and to restrict the opening of the...

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Samsung Galaxy A80 could launch in India next week

Samsung made the Galaxy A70 official in March and the Galaxy A80 in April, but while the former has already gone on sale in some markets, including India, the A80 with the unique rotating pop-up camera is still nowhere to be found in stores. That may change very soon. The Korean company is apparently going to hold some exclusive preview events of the Galaxy A80 for interested customers in India next week. Samsung fans in Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad will be able to see and experience it on Saturday, June 8, while people in Bangalore and Kolkata will have the same opportunity on Sunday,...

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Samsung Galaxy M40 full specs leak reveals smaller battery than previously rumored

Samsung is launching the Galaxy M40 in India on June 11. To build up the hype it's already released some teasers, and an official has even outed some information about the handset. Thus, we found out it would be priced around INR 20,000 ($287 or €257 according to the current exchange rates), that its main rear camera would be a 32 MP snapper, and on the front the selfie shooter would have 16 MP resolution. Today more specs of the highest-end Samsung M-series smartphone have been leaked, and despite what past rumors claimed, it looks like it's not getting a 5,000 battery (like the M30),...

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Sony infographic brags about its mobile innovations, records and world firsts

Sony's smartphone business is anything but a beacon of hope and huge sales and profitability. Still, the company is in it for the long haul and doesn't plan on exiting this market, even if it is retreating from certain areas. While its sales numbers might not be great, Sony wants to remain relevant, and its latest effort to do that is an infographic. This was shared today on the official blog of its mobile arm, and it's all about the various innovations, records, and world firsts that can be attributed to its past in the mobile business. From the first 4K display in a smartphone (the...

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Samsung makes Marvel superhero cases for the Galaxy A40, A50, and A70

Samsung already launched Marvel superhero-themed cases for the Galaxy S10 family earlier this year, to coincide with the release of Avengers: Endgame. Now though the Korean company has decided to expand its Marvel cooperation further. We're still talking about superhero themed cases, but now you can find these for the Galaxy A40, A50, and A70 as well. Despite the fact that Samsung websites aren't listing them yet, these are official Samsung cases, created with Marvel's blessing. Samsung x Marvel Galaxy A series cases The cases are now on sale at multiple third-party online...

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There won't be a Moto Z4 Force or Moto Z4 Play

Motorola has officially confirmed that the Moto Z4 is the only Moto Z device that will be available this year. That means there won't be a Z4 Play, or a Z4 Force. The former is more surprising, because last year we did get a Moto Z3 Play alongside the Z3, but the latter was pretty much expected, since there was no Z3 Force in 2018 either. The last Force-branded Moto was the Z2 from 2017. Motorola is thus simplifying its lineup, which is probably a good thing overall, despite how it might make die-hard fans of the Force or Play editions feel. For now, it looks like Motorola is content to...

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OnePlus 7 hands-on review

After a staggered start, the OnePlus 7 is finally off the marks and available alongside its more expensive sibling, the OnePlus 7 Pro. The easiest way to think of the OnePlus 7 is to imagine the OnePlus 6T but supercharged with a few bits and pieces from the 7 Pro. The design is largely unchanged from the OnePlus 6T. From the front, the only noticeable difference is the speaker grille for the earpiece, which is almost three times as wide on the OnePlus 7 since it now houses a more powerful speaker for the stereo setup. The more noticeable difference is on the back. The camera module...

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EMUI 9.1 second public beta adds 14 more Huawei devices

Huawei is extending its EMUI public beta program to 14 new devices, including the Mate 10 and P20 series. Starting today, Chinese users will be able to upgrade their phones to the latest build while the international audience will have to wait for several more days. EMUI 9.1 brings new colorful wallpapers alongside the EROFS file system for faster system performance, OneHop file sharing and more subtle tweaks. Check out all the new features here. In order to become an EMUI beta tester, you'll have to install Huawei's custom Beta Club app and sign in with your Huawei account. Then...

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Xiaomi Mi 9T retail box leaks, confirms it's a rebadged Redmi K20

The Redmi K20 will launch as the "Xiaomi Mi 9T" in some markets - that's no secret, Xiaomi's tweet confirmed it. What's more interesting is where this photo of the retail box comes from - the image below was shared by a tech reviewer from Dubai. Xiaomi Mi 9T retail box (a rebadged Redmi K20) See, the K20 will be known as either the "Redmi K20", "Mi 9T" or "Pocophone F2" depending on where it's sold. In China, it's K20. In Dubai - and perhaps the rest of the EMEA regions - it's Mi 9T. Naturally, the Redmi K20 Pro will follow suit and launch as the "Mi 9T Pro" and "Pocophone F2...

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Meizu Note 9 now available in Starlight Blue color

When the Meizu Note 9 was released at the beginning of March, it was only available in black and white. A third blue color was also announced at launch but unavailable for purchase. Today, Meizu officially released the Starlight Blue Note 9 and the phone is already available for purchase on Meizu's site. The phone features a 6.2-inch IPS screen of FHD+ resolution and a water drop notch for the 20MP selfie cam. The rear camera department is composed of a 48MP main and 5MP depth sensor. The internals are powered by the Snapdragon 675 paired with 4GB or 6 GB RAM and 64GB or 128GB...

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Huawei Mate 20 Pro is back on the Android Q Beta program

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro joined the Android Q Beta program in early May, just to be dropped two weeks later following the trade ban that the US imposed on the maker. Now the flagship was reinstated by Google, leaving a bit of hope for Huawei owners that they might receive the major software update in time. Screenshot from Android Q Beta website Last Friday Google erased all traces of Huawei phones on its database - Android, Android Enterprise, and Android Q Beta. We are yet to see any of them return to the first of two platforms. When Huawei began recruiting participants, it was...

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Huawei nova 5i visits Antutu

After appearing on Geekbench yesterday, the upcoming Huawei nova 5i made its way over to Antutu. The phone is expected to be announced in June and is expected to arrive alongside the Huawei nova 5, which will allegedly feature 40W fast charging support. The Antutu scorecard confirms the Kirin 710 chipset and 4GB RAM for the 5i, along with 64GB storage. It managed to push out 131,715 points which is in line with other midrange offerings. We also got confirmation of the screen resolution which will be 2310 x 1080. The nova 5i will also feature a punch hole in its LCD for the selfie...

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Samsung Galaxy S10 Cardinal Red variant coming next month

The Cardinal Red variant of the Samsung Galaxy S10 that surfaced last week is coming next month, starting with Switzerland. Samsung Galaxy S10 in Cardinal Red This new color model has been listed on a Swiss retailer's website with a price tag of CHF899 ($895/€803). The listing also reveals that this new version will be only available with 128GB storage. And, apart from the new paint job, the hardware will remain the same as other color variants of this smartphone. Samsung Galaxy S10+ in Cardinal Red The Galaxy S10+ will also be arriving in Cardinal Red, and it...

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Realme 2 Pro Android Pie update rolling out with Chroma Boost and HAL3 support

As promised, Oppo spin-off Realme has started rolling out the stable build of Android Pie for the Realme 2 Pro. The new firmware carries build number RMX1801EX_11.A.20 and weighs 2.71GB in size. It comes with ColorOS 6 and bumps up the Android security patch level to May 5, 2019. The update also brings in Chroma Boost and HAL3 support for the camera, while adding an app drawer to ColorOS launcher. You can check out the full change-log of the update below: System Updated to ColorOS 6 based on Android Pie Added notification icons in status bar Added...

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Flyme OS 7.3 hits 14 Meizu phones

Following yesterday's Meizu 16Xs announcement, the Chinese manufacturer is officially bringing the latest rendition of its Flyme OS to 14 of its existing phones. Flyme OS 7.3 brings an improved system-wide optimization algorithm, camera night mode alongside visual and security improvements. The update will be the last in the Flyme 7 series before Flyme 8 comes out. One Mind 3.0 is the highlight of the new firmware. It brings a system-wide background management process and will optimize device performance based on the usage patterns. Meizu said the reworked AI enhancements should...

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Redmi Note 7S goes on open sale in India

The Redmi Note 7S that debuted in India last week is now on open sale in the country, meaning you can now buy it anytime from Mi.com, Flipkart, and Mi Home stores without having to wait for the flash sales. The Redmi Note 7S is offered in Ruby Red, Onyx Black, and Sapphire Blue colors. It's priced at INR10,999 ($157) for the 3GB/32GB variant and INR12,999 ($186) for the 4GB/64GB model. The Note 7S is powered by Snapdragon 660 SoC and comes with a 6.3-inch FHD+ LCD. It's actually a re-branded version of the Chinese Redmi Note 7, and it will replace the Indian variant of the Note 7...

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TCL starts flexible OLED production in Q4 2019

TCL promised back in February to introduce phones with foldable displays and is already making the first crucial step. The company purchased LTPS equipment from Japan and South Korea for its plant in Wuhan, China, where it is expected to start producing AMOLED panels by Q4 2019 through its display division called Huaxing Optoelectronics. The TCL management said it is confident in Huaxing reaching double-digit growth both in annual sales and profit. The LTPS-LCD production for Q1 2019 reached $27.2 million, ranking third in the world among companies with a single plant. The...

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