Google prepares face unlock fix for Pixel 4 that would require users' eyes to be open

Recently spotted by Android Police, a new setting for the Google Pixel 4's face unlock has appeared in the settings, but you can only see it by searching for it. The setting is called "Require eyes to be open" and would only authorize face unlock with the user's eyes open, y'know - as intended. The option is only accessibly by searching for it in the Settings, but the actual toggle is currently disabled. Google must be preparing to release an update that will finally fix the Pixel 4's face unlock to only unlock when it detects the user's eyes are open. "Require eyes to...

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Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 gets global stable Android 10 update

Today Xiaomi has started rolling out the update to Android 10, with MIUI 11 on top, for the Mi Mix 3 from 2018. We're talking about a global stable version, no "beta stable" shenanigans here, and no Chinese-only stuff. The update is currently out for "other global regions", that is, ones that are not India, Indonesia, Russia, or the EU - as these have their own firmware codes. Still, it's a start, and hopefully we'll see the update make it to all "global" regions (in Xiaomi parlance) soon. If you're lucky enough to have the "other global" ROM on your Mix 3, then expect to see a...

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vivo shares revised Android 10 update timeline for its devices

It's pretty established that one doesn't buy a vivo smartphone in order to get quick Android OS updates. The company has traditionally been among the slowest to deliver these, and the situation is no different with Android 10. vivo unveiled Funtouch OS 10, the latest iteration of its skin that is based on Android 10, back in December, months after Google initially released the finalized version of the OS. And updates? They've been missing in action so far. Thankfully, that's going to change real soon. After some delays that have been attributed to the coronavirus, the company has...

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Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro disassembly video shows the phone is surprisingly easy to repair

The Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro is a rugged Android smartphone, does that mean it should be easy to repair as well? If you think the answer should be "yes", then check out the disassembly video below. The good news is that the phone has a removable back cover, which allows you to access the battery. There's a rubber gasket covering it to ensure the phone meets the IP68 requirements for water resistance, but the battery can be swapped out without any tools. You'll need a heat gun and a pry tool to get the screen out, everything after that is held down by standard Phillips head...

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Huawei's AppGallery will pay developers up to 100% of revenue for the first two years

As Huawei is cut off from the Google Play Store for the foreseeable future, the company is heavily dependent on its Huawei AppGallery (this applies to new Honor phones too). The only way to make this viable is to attract app and game developers and the company has a plan - give them all or almost all of the earnings from their software. This is described in the Preferential Policy of the AppGallery Service Agreement. The policy applies for the first 24 months and developers need to join no later than June of this year if they want to participate. The policy is split into two periods....

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Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra breezes through durability test

The latest phone to get the JerryRig durability test is the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and it unsurprisingly lives up to Samsung's usual high standard. Its Gorilla Glass 6 front and rear get scratched from the usual Mohs pick level 6. The Galaxy S20 Ultra also doesn't flex too much and doesn't bend. Here's the full video. We do different tests here at GSMArena and we've done a few with the Galaxy S20 Ultra by now. Here's a closer look at the Ultra's three new cameras. And here's our full review.

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New nubia Red Magic 5G teaser shows off interesting "Slow Door Video" capture mode

nubia and its CEO Ni Fei, in particular, have really been going the extra mile to hype-up the upcoming Red Magic 5G phone. Earlier teasersfocused on 5G connectivity, 144Hz display refresh rate, raw performance and active cooling, but now attention shifts a bit as we draw ever closer to the phone's March 12 announcement date. nubia Red Magic 5G Transparent Edition Clearly, Ni Fei wants fans to know that beyond a hardcore gaming experience, the Red Magic 5G will also deliver a capable camera. The latest teaser video shows off a cool feature called Slow Door Video, which we are...

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Xiaomi Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro will make their global debut on March 27

After Xiaomi cancelled its MWC appearance, the schedule for the global launch of the Xiaomi Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro was up in the air. Well, it has finally settled - the full details will be revealed at an online even on March 27. That's a month after the originally-planned event, so we think that sales of the two 5G-connected flagships will be on or very soon after March 27. Of course, we're talking about the global market, the Mi 10 Pro already sold out in its first sale in China, moving between 33,000 and 40,000 units. The non-Pro model moved 42,000-50,000 units, which matches the...

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Oppo Find X2, Find X2 Pro pricing and availability details

Oppo introduced today the Find X2 and Find X2 Pro flagships with respective price tags of €999 and €1,199. Michael Tran, Head of Strategy & Product Marketing of Oppo Western Europe hosted the online event, where he said the phones will be globally available in "early May". However it turns out we won't need to wait that long. After the launch we had a Q&A session with Bingo Luo, Product Manager of Oppo Find X2 series, who confirmed the phone will arrive on March 13 in several countries and will be available both with retailers and through carriers, and he specifically mentioned telecoms...

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Oppo Find X2 Pro tops DxOMark chart for camera performance

DxoMark has just finished its evaluation of the newly-announced Oppo Find X2 Pro and loved it so much, it gave it joint-first place with the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro. In its testing DxOMark found the Find X2 Pro to have exemplary autofocus, accurate and yet nicely-saturated colors, well-controlled noise levels and good detail. As cons DxOMark notes that HDR isn't always effective in portrait mode shots and a drop off in edge detail in 5x zoom shots. The Oppo Find X2 Pro covers the perfect flagship camera setup nicely with a 48MP f/1.7 main camera with a huge 1/1.4-inch sensor, a 48MP...

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Oppo Find X2 Pro Lamborghini Edition debuts with lavish styling, eye-watering price

Alongside the regular Find X2 duo, the company also unveiled the Oppo Find X2 Pro Lamborghini Edition. The exclusive exterior is based on the Aventador SVJ Roadster (which has a limited production run of only 800 cars). Unlike with 2018's Find X Lamborghini Edition, this year the hardware is identical. There's no faster charging (not that you'd realistically need more than 65W), even the memory configuration is the same (12GB RAM, 512GB storage). You do get a much fancier bundle with the phone. There's an exclusive case, true wireless earbuds and a car charger on top of the usual...

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Asus ROG Phone II tops AnTuTu February chart, Redmi Note 8 Pro ahead of all midrangers

AnTuTu is the most popular benchmark in China that calculates the synthetic performance of the CPU, GPU, memory and user interface. Today it published its monthly Top 10 chart for flagships and midrangers. The best performing flagship is the Asus ROG Phone II with 12 GB RAM and 512 gigs of storage, while the top midranger is the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro with an Helio G90T chipset. The platform revealed that because of the impressive hardware and software, Asus' gaming device retained the top spot. However, there aren't any Snapdragon 865 smartphones - AnTuTu said there isn't...

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Oppo Find X2 series promo videos highlight design and cameras

Oppo officially took the wraps off its Find X2 duo and now comes time for some promo videos that highlight the main characteristics of the new phones - their sleek design, 120Hz curved displays and potent camera performance. The official introduction video presents all the key features for the Find X2 series starting off with the fluidity of the 120Hz refresh rate display. The 6.7-inch AMOLED panel offers impressive viewing angles and contrast with a sharp 513ppi. We also get a glimpse at the triple camera setup and its large 1/1.4" main sensor, omni-pixel focusing and impressive periscope...

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Samsung Galaxy A41 launch imminent as it bags Bluetooth and Wi-Fi certifications

The Samsung Galaxy A41 that we've been hearing about since last November may go official soon, as it has been certified by Bluetooth SIG and Wi-Fi Alliance. The Galaxy A41 has been spotted on Bluetooth SIG and Wi-Fi Alliance's websites, bearing numbers SM-A415F/DSM and SM-A415F/DSN. The listings confirm that Galaxy A41 will run Android 10 and support Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac for connectivity. Samsung Galaxy A41 bagged Wi-Fi and Bluetooth certifications There's no word from Samsung about the Galaxy A41, but thanks to the CAD renders that leaked last week, we know...

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Samsung Galaxy S20 series goes on sale today

The Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra unveiled last month were up for pre-orders in several markets but starting today, the S20 lineup is available for purchase in many countries around the globe. The S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra come in 4G and 5G versions, depending on the networks available in each market. You can check out the table below for pricing details. Samsung Galaxy S20 US Europe India UK 128GB storage (4G) - €899 INR66,999 ($905/€805) £799 128GB storage (5G) $999 €999 - £899 ...

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New James Bond move trailer shows the Nokia 8.2 5G

A few days ago HMD announced that its first 5G phone will be used in the next Bond movie 'No Time To Die' and today we get a quick glimpse of that phone thanks to a newly published trailer. Seen below is a screengrab from the upcoming second trailer for 'No Time To Die' in which Agent 007 is talking on the yet-to-be announced Nokia smartphone. This is very likely the Nokia 8.2 5G, which will become official on March 19 in London. The movie is also expected to feature the Nokia 7.2 and Nokia 3310 4G, when it premieres in November. The Nokia 8.2 5G will be powered by a...

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Oppo Watch is here: Wear OS and ECG sensor and two sizes

While much of the hype surrounding Oppo in the last month was centered around its hotly anticipated Find X2 flagship smartphones, the company also brought its first smartwatch today. Dubbed Oppo Watch, it has the looks and specs to catch the attention of those looking for a premium Wear OS device on their wrists. Starting off with the display, Oppo is bringing a curved AMOLED panel with 326 ppi, covering 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. It comes in 1.6-inch and 1.9-inch varieties and sports minimal bezels all around. The casing features an aluminum build and features two buttons for...

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Oppo Find X2 Pro hands-on review

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Oppo Find X2 arrives with 120Hz screen and 5G, X2 Pro adds a periscope camera

After a small delay following the MWC cancellation, Oppo Find X2 and Oppo Find X2 Pro are finally official. The duo brings impressive 120Hz screens, Snapdragon 865 chipsets with 5G modems and the fastest charging on the market, with the Pro adding a hugely impressive camera setup to the mix. The two phones phones share the same 10bit 6.7" AMOLED panel of QHD+ resolution that with 120Hz refresh rate. It comes with 240Hz touch sampling to minimize input lag and 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color space. Unsurpisingly they also both come with ColorOS 7.1, based on Android 10. Oppo Find...

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Watch Oppo Find X2 series and Oppo Watch announcement live

Oppo was set to announce the Find X2 series and a watch at MWC 2020, but since the conference got cancelled, the company had to find another date for the launch. Finally, the day has come and there will be two separate events - one for the Chinese market which you can find in the link at the end of the article, and another for the global markets that we embedded below. The event in China begins at 5PM Beijing time, which is 9AM UTC. The second stream that we provided above starts 30 minutes later. In addition to being the first one the Chinese event will be the only one to feature the...

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vivo NEX 3s 5G officially confirmed to pack Snapdragon 865 SoC and triple rear camera

vivo announced the NEX 3 5G last September and the company is now set to unveil an upgraded variant, dubbed NEX 3s 5G, on March 10. The NEX 3s 5G popped up on Geekbench and Google Play Console, revealing a Snapdragon 865 SoC under the hood. And now vivo has officially confirmed that the NEX 3s 5G will indeed have the Snapdragon 865 chipset at the helm. The company also posted a short video clip on Weibo, showing the back of the NEX 3s 5G, which looks similar to the vanilla NEX 3 5G and has three cameras. It also confirms the Blue color option which will join the Orange shade already...

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