Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 leaks in live images, shows off its dual rear cameras

Samsung is working on a new flagship tablet, and up until very recently we thought this would be called Galaxy Tab S5, since its predecessor is the Tab S4. But for some reason Samsung is choosing to skip the number 5 and go straight to 6. And thus we have the upcoming Galaxy Tab S6, which has just been leaked in some live images. Here it is in all its blurry prototype glory: Galaxy Tab S6 live images The name is confirmed by the boot logo so at this point there should be little doubt in your mind that the lower-end Galaxy Tab S5e will not get a higher-end non-e S5 companion. The...

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T-Mobile announces Revvlry and Revvlry+ own-brand smartphones

T-Mobile has just unveiled the newest members in its Revvl family of own-brand Android smartphones, the Revvlry and Revvlry+. Both handsets will go on sale on July 19. The Revvlry has a wide notch and a huge chin as you can see, and it comes with a 5.7-inch 720x1520 touchscreen with 19:9 aspect ratio, a 13 MP rear camera with LED flash, an 8 MP selfie shooter, the Snapdragon 632 chipset, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of expandable storage, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a fingerprint scanner on the rear, and a 3,000 mAh battery. It runs Android 9 Pie and is "water repellent". T-Mobile Revvlry This...

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Camera night mode on Galaxy S9 and Note9 crashes for some users

Samsung has recently brought its dedicated camera night mode to the Galaxy S9 family and the Note9, but for these devices unfortunately it's not all smooth sailing. Some frustrated owners have taken to online forums such as XDA-Developers to vent about the camera app crashing and not saving pictures taken in this mode. The app just throws a "camera failed" warning at the user and calls it a day (or night, as would be more fitting in this case). To be perfectly clear, this doesn't seem to affect every S9 or Note9 owner, and not all people are affected in the same way. Some report the camera...

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Realme C2 celebrates 1 million sold units with online deals

Realme is a relatively new smartphone brand, but thanks to its aggressive pricing and nicely quickly expanding portfolio it's quickly gaining ground. Today the company announced it pushed over 1 million units of the Realme C2, and to celebrate the accomplishment, it is launching an open sale with 2-year extended warranty. The phone was recently called the #DeshKaRealChoice, or People's Real Choice in an attempted flame war on Twitter between Realme India's CEO Madhav Sheth and Redmi, Xiaomi's affordable brand. The executive mocked the newly launched Redmi 7A, highlighting some...

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Samsung Galaxy M60 hands-on video may have leaked, shows 48+16MP dual camera

A excerpt from an unboxing video of the Samsung Galaxy M60 has inadvertently found its way to YouTube. The video suggests that this phone will have the best camera in the M-series, but it is clearly incomplete so it's light on details. The camera is listed as 48MP (IMX 586) + 16MP. The purpose of the second module is not clarified, but given the resolution it has to be either a telephoto or an ultra wide-angle cam. The arrangement with the LED flash between the two camera modules is different from Samsung's current designs. The back seems strange, but that's just a case. You can see the...

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Nokia introduces Beacon 1 WiFi mesh router

Nokia has quietly launched its latest WiFi mesh router - the Beacon 1 which aims to offer an experience similar to the Beacon 3 at a lower price. The unit supports 802.11 k/v Dual-Band Wi-Fi with AC1200 speeds and has 2-gigabit Ethernet ports. A single Beacon 1 router can cover an estimated 140 square meters (1500 sq. feet) but undoubtedly its key feature is its mesh support where you can hook three of them to seamlessly cover even larger areas up to 420 square meters (4500 sq. feet). Nokia Beacon 1 The router can also combine 2.4GHz, 5GHz Wi-Fi with Ethernet for optimal...

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Entry-level iPad to get a 10.2" display as new iPhones ditch 3D touch

According to new reports coming from supply chain insiders, Apple is planning an overhaul of its most affordable tablet with a new design and larger 10.2-inch screen. The new entry-level iPad will reportedly enter mass production later this month and could be introduced this Fall. Apple's current 9.7-inch iPad was introduced back in 2018 with support for the first gen Apple pencil and a $329 starting price. It was a minor refresh over the 2017 version so to say the line is need of an upgrade is an understatement. In other news, reports from DigiTimes claim that 3D touch won't be...

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Samsung Galaxy Note10's new teaser doubles down on productivity

Samsung has added a new teaser for the Galaxy Note10, praising its unmatched productivity prowess. This is the second productivity-themed teaser for the upcoming flagship and it makes it abundantly clear that Samsung is doubling-down on that angle. S Pen meets huge screen and huge performance equal power user's dream. Be efficient, be productive. Time to wing it. Register today to stay updated with the latest news: https://t.co/VWlw3AXgk8 pic.twitter.com/YQqqjGw7Sc— Samsung Malaysia (@SamsungMalaysia) July 9, 2019 A few days ago the company's Malaysian account posted a...

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MacBook Pro 13" upgraded with Touch Bar and new CPU, MacBook Air gets a discount

After upgrading the premium MacBook Pros a couple of months ago, Apple is preparing for the "back to school" season with a refreshed entry-level Pro and a small upgrade to the Air. The base 13" MacBook Pro now has a touch bar (originally, it launched with F keys) and Touch ID. The old dual-core CPU is gone, swapped out for an 8th generation quad-core Intel Core i5 (Coffee Lake). This model starts at $1,300 (128GB SSD), but there's a Core i7 version for $300 more and you can add more RAM (starts at 8GB, 16GB is $200 extra) and more storage too. Note that this MacBook Pro still uses...

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Texas Hold'em for iOS gets updated to mark 11 years of App store

Apple's App Store is nearing its eleventh anniversary and the first games on the platform - Texas Hold'em is getting updated to support modern iOS devices. The changelog actually says it's coming back to celebrate 10 years of App store, but it's a bit more than fashionably late to that party. The refresh brings a completely re-designed visual experience with higher resolution graphics and new characters as well as Wi-Fi multiplayer with up to 8 friends. Texas Hold'em was initially launched back in 2006 for the iPod and was later added to the App Store in 2008 as the first...

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vivo expands to UAE, launching Y17 this week

Chinese smartphone maker vivo is expanding its market reach lately with the latest country to get its products becoming the UAE. The company has already started selling the Y15, and this week, it will bring another model to the country - Y17. The vivo Y17 is powered by the Helio P35 SoC paired with 4GB RAM. It runs Android Pie-based Funtouch OS 9 and has 128GB of storage onboard which can be further expanded up to 256GB with a microSD card. vivo Y17 in Mineral Blue and Mystic Purple The Y17 flaunts a 6.35" HD+ notched display and boasts a triple camera setup at the back...

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The Realme 3i will pack MediaTek Helio P60 and 4GB of RAM, benchmark confirms

Just today, Realme teased that it will premiere the "Champion of Smartphones" Realme 3i as a side-kick to the Realme X in India on July 15 but it didn't give out specific details about the new phone. Well, thanks to Geekbench we can fill in some of the blanks. The Realme 3i will be powered by an octa-core Helio P60 chipset with 4GB of RAM and run Android 9 Pie. The teaser for the Realme 3i revealed that it will have a water drop notch like the Realme 3. It also promised the most stylish design, big battery as well as great display and camera. Source | Via

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S5 not coming as company moves straight to Tab S6

Aside from a possible release date and some rumors about the hardware, there's not much we can talk about the upcoming flagship tablet from Samsung. But according to a renown leakster, Evan Blass, the tablet lineup will skip the S5 name and will go straight to Tab S6. This is rather unexpected especially when you weigh in the fact that the budget variant Galaxy Tab S5e is already on the market. Sadly, @evleaks didn't go into details, so only time will tell why Samsung is skipping the Tab S5 name. Source

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Snapdragon 215 unveiled: faster 64-bit CPU, dual camera support, still 28nm

Qualcomm introduced a new chipset for entry-level smartphones - the Snapdragon 215. It's a tangible upgrade over the Snapdragon 212 with a 64-bit CPU, a faster GPU and support for dual cameras. However, the chip is still built on the old 28nm node. The new CPU features four Cortex-A53 cores at 1.3GHz, which ARM claims are 50% faster than the four A7 cores inside the old chipset. Being 64-bit is the bigger upgrade, however, as it should massively improve compatibility with new versions of Android - the Nokia 2, for example, is stick on Oreo. Anyway, the GPU is an Adreno 308, which...

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Huami Amazfit GTR smartwatch to be unveiled on July 16

Xiaomi's smart wearable sub-brand Huami is gearing up to launch a new smartwatch called the Amazfit GTR on July 16. The device in question was teased on the brand's Weibo profile revealing the launch date alongside hints of a 24-day battery life as well as three different casing materials - stainless steel, aluminum and titanium. Amazfit GTR posters Rumors point to an AMOLED screen and Snapdragon Wear 3100 chipset, although it's unclear how the former will coexist with the promised battery endurance. The GTR smartwatch is also expected to feature water resistance, a heart...

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Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017) and J5 Pro (2017) getting Android 9 update soon

The Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017) and J5 Pro (2017) should start receiving Android 9 Pie soon as they've been certified with the Wi-Fi alliance with the newer software. The models in question are the SM-J530F/DS (global version), SM-J530FM/DS (UAE version) and the SM-J530Y/G/GM/YM/DS (Malaysian version). The Galaxy J5 (2017) and J5 Pro (2017) received Android 8.1 Oreo last August. Android Pie is a substantial upgrade on any phone but even more so on Samsung Galaxy phones as it brings the new One UI with a complete UI design overhaul and a bevy of features. Thanks for the...

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Apple to launch four iPhones in 2020 in an attempt to return to growth

A report from JPMorgan revealed Apple will try to boost its iPhone sales in 2020 by launching four models. An analyst expects Cupertino to bring three new OLED phones with 5G modems and at least two of them will also have ToF camera. Apple usually releases its phones in September right in time for the holiday season, but we already know 2019 will see only three new devices with an unusual camera setup, but improved shooters overall. The analysis from JPMorgan also revealed that Apple is going for the "value" market, meaning a phone with the size of the iPhone 8, but without the...

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Google Stadia FAQ updated with details about device and controller support, Founder's edition fulfillment

The launch of Google Stadia is slowly approaching, and Google's FAQ has been updated with a few new details surrounding the Founder's Edition controller, device support, and general information about how the controller connects to Stadia. It even addresses what would happen if a game is no longer supported by its own developer. If you pre-ordered a Stadia Founder's Edition, you will receive a redemption code to the email you used to sign up. You don't necessarily need to redeem the code from the same account. It's not a problem if it's a personal Gmail account, either. Remember, the...

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Instagram starts rolling out AI-powered anti-bullying features

Instagram has started rolling out new features on the platform to combat the harrassment and bullying, especially among teenage users. The first feature uses AI to automatically recognize if someone is posting unfriendly or harassing comments. After the user posts such a comment under a photo, the app will automatically ask them if they really want to go ahead and post this comment or if they want to reconsider and delete it. This puts the ball in their court and lets them reflect upon their actions. If, however, you need something a bit more effective then there's another...

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Realme X Spider-Man Edition goes on sale in China

The Realme X Spider-Man Edition is now available for purchase in China through the company's official site. It comes in 8GB/128GB configuration and costs CNY1,799 ($260/€235). This special edition comes with a Spider-Man-themed UI and arrives in a red-colored retail box which includes a cool phone case with a Spider-Man logo. There's also a white-colored gift box which likely includes some goodies. Realme X Spider-Man Edition The Realme X Spider-Man Edition will be making its way to India next Monday alongside the regular model. These phones will be likely joined by the...

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Spotify Lite app launches on Google Play for those with modest data plans

Spotify now has its own Lite app for people with stringent data plans and limited phone storage. The Spotify Lite app takes just 10MB (compared to the 100MB of the regular app) and allows you to monitor and limit the amount of mobile data it consumes. Spotify Lite supports both free and premium accounts and comes with the standard features like searching for artists, discovering new music and support for playlists. The light app is meant for developing markets and will launch in 36 countries across Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa. Europe and the US won't get the app...

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Honor Play 8 unveiled with entry-level specs, super aggressive price

Honor unveiled a new ultra-affordable phone called Play 8 today. Powered by the Helio A22 chipset, it has one camera on the back and a basic tall panel, but comes with a very aggressive CNY599 ($120) price tag. The display is a 5.71" LCD with somewhat thick bezels and a waterdrop notch on the top. The resolution is HD+ and the exact ratio is 19:9. The camera on the back has a 13 MP sensor and an f/1.8 lens and brings some neat features like HDR. The front-facing snapper does 5 MP stills and has an f/2.2 lens. Honor uses the latter with the Android face-unlocking tech to...

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Realme 3i teased, likely coming on July 15

The Realme X, which is launching in India on July 15, will be accompanied by the Realme 3i. Indian e-commerce giant Flipkart has set up a page on its website promoting the 3i as "Smartphones Ka Champion" (translation: Champion Of Smartphones). Realme hasn't divulged much about this smartphone yet, but its name makes it clear that it's a new version of the Realme 3 powered by the Helio P60/P70 SoC. Realme 3i will be a toned down Realme 3 The landing page also confirms that the 3i will sport a waterdrop notch display while teasing stylish design and a big battery. More details...

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