Samsung Galaxy Note20 series is already getting its first software update

The Samsung Galaxy Note20 and Galaxy Note20 Ultra unveiled just two days ago and yet to go on sale are already receiving their first software updates. The new updates require a download of around 500MB. It's unclear what exactly the new firmwares bring to the 2020 Note flagships since the changelog only mentions the August 2020 Android security patch, but they likely come with performance improvements and bug fixes. Most early adopters will likely receive this the moment they take the phone out of the box. The Note20 and Note20 Ultra are both powered by the Exynos 990 or Snapdragon...

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OnePlus phones get first dibs on PUBG Mobile at 90fps

The popular battle royale mobile game PUBG Mobile is getting a new 90fps mode and it is debuting only for select OnePlus devices. The exclusivity starts now and will last through September 6 before making its way to other devices. The OnePlus 7 Pro, 7T, 8, and 8 Pro all support PUBG Mobile at the new frame rate. The OnePlus Nord is obviously missing from this list, despite having a 90Hz display. It’s understandable since the Nord has the lower-tier Snapdragon 765G. OnePlus is very close with our community of tech enthusiasts, so we know that mobile gamers are looking for a more...

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HTC Wildfire E2 goes on sale sans announcement, with entry-level specs

After having been spotted in the Google Play Console last month, the HTC Wildfire E2 is now available to purchase in at least one market - Russia. The phone didn't have a formal announcement, and maybe we won't ever get one anyway, considering the fact that it's a low-end offering. It may or may not make it to other countries soon, that remains to be seen. The HTC Wildfire E2 comes with a 6.22" 720x1560 IPS touchscreen, and is powered by MediaTek's Helio P22 chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage (with a hybrid dual-SIM slot). On the rear there's a 16 MP...

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Google discontinues Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL in US and other regions

Google has discontinued sales of the Pixel 4 and the Pixel 4 XL in the US and some other regions. The phone may still be available through some other retailers and in other regions but only till stock lasts. According to The Verge, a Google spokesperson said that the company has sold through its inventory of the two devices. The company assured that the phones will continue to receive the claimed three years of software updates from when they first became available in the US. The decision to end sales for the Pixel 4 series came only ten months since they went on sale in the US back...

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Leaked document suggests Pixel 5a is coming next year, a foldable phone is in the works

An internal document escaped from Google’s grasp and it hints at a possible folding Pixel. The document details every phone since the Pixel 2 and features four yet to be announced devices: Barbette, Raven, Oriole and Passport. Barbette is possibly the rumored Pixel 5a - Google has so far officially confirmed only the Pixel 5 5G and 4a 5G. The Raven and Oriole should be the next generation Pixel 6 duo. Note that Google phones typically have code names based on fish species, but this document uses other code names, making it tough to crack. This leaves the Passport, which is explicitly...

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Sony WH-1000XM4 launched with improved active noise cancelation

Sony has finally launched the WH-1000XM4, the latest in the company's flagship range of noise-canceling headphones. The WH-1000XM4 is a more iterative update with a 'if it ain't broke' attitude but features enough noteworthy improvements across the board. For starters, Sony has improved upon the already excellent active noise canceling on the previous model. The WH-1000XM4 features the same dual microphones and QN1 noise-canceling chipset as before but also adds a new SoC that samples music and ambient noise 700 times per second. This data, along with a new algorithm, is then used...

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Instagram officially launches Reels in attempt to take on TikTok

Instagram has announced that it is bringing a feature called Reels that allows you to record and edit 15-second multi-clip videos with audio, effects, and new creative tools. It is obviously an attempt to compete with TikTok, the widely popular (and controversial) social media platform, and is already arriving in 50 countries. Instagram Reels is now found in the Instagram Camera (the button in the top left corner) where the whole interface was redesigned. There is a variety of tools for editing, including adding Audio, AR Effects, Timer and Countdown for all the fun dances you want...

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Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra hands-on review

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Realme X3 Pro pops up on Geekbench with Snapdragon 855+

We’ve been hearing speculations about an incoming Realme X3 Pro but the company is still staying silent on the topic. Earlier this year a device with the model number RMX2121 was spotted on TENAA and leaksters suggested this is the phone; today a different device codenamed RMX2083 shined on Geekbench with Snapdragon 855+, raising the question which one is the real X3 Pro. Alleged Realme X3 Pro on Geekbench The Realme X3 and the Realme X3 Superzoom both arrived with the Snapdragon 855+, so why wouldn’t the company keep it consistent? However, a third model number RMX2170 was also...

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Leaked document suggests Pixel 5a is coming next year, a foldabe phone is in the works

An internal document escaped from Google’s grasp and it hints at a possible folding Pixel. The document details every phone since the Pixel 2 and features four yet to be announced devices: Barbette, Raven, Oriole and Passport. Barbette is possibly the rumored Pixel 5a - Google has so far officially confirmed only the Pixel 5 5G and 4a 5G. The Raven and Oriole should be the next generation Pixel 6 duo. Note that Google phones typically have code names based on fish species, but this document uses other code names, making it tough to crack. This leaves the Passport, which is explicitly...

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Samsung Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra India pricing revealed as pre-orders open

Samsung announced the Galaxy Note20 and Galaxy Note20 Ultra yesterday through a virtual event along with their US and European prices, and today we learn about the Note20 duo's Indian pricing. The Galaxy Note20 is priced at INR77,999 ($1,040/€880) in India, while the Note20 Ultra will set you back by INR104,999 ($1,400/€1,180). Both smartphones come with 256GB of internal storage, but the regular Note20 has 8GB RAM while the Note20 Ultra comes with 12GB RAM onboard and supports 5G networks. The Note20 and Note20 Ultra are already up for pre-orders in India through Samsung's online...

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Honor sets IFA event for September 4

The IFA exhibition in Berlin is scheduled to take place in a new format this year between September 3 and September 5, and several companies are embracing the idea of having physical events once again. We already have a confirmation that Realme will attend, and today we received an invite that Honor is also having a press conference which will be on September 4. The theme of the presentation will be “Expand Your Smart Life”, where Honor will introduce a wide portfolio of products, including smart bands, personal computers, and tablets, while the image also contains a phone. Other...

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Samsung Galaxy Note20 duo, Z Fold2, the Watch3 and Buds Live detailed in promo videos

Samsung’s mobile ecosystem took a large step forward yesterday. The company unveiled the Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra, which merge productivity, entertainment and photography while also upgrading the trademark feature of the series, the S Pen. The playlist below starts with a gentle introduction of the Note20 Ultra and moves on to show how the phone balances its new objectives. Microsoft was deeply involved with both work and play. The third video focuses on how the Notes interact with the two new wearables – the Galaxy Buds Live and Galaxy Watch3. More on the wearables themselves...

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OnePlus shows Always On Display designs in teaser videos

CEO Pete Lau posted a video that gives the backstory of the design for the new Always On Display functionality that is coming to OxygenOS 11. OnePlus partnered with the Parsons School of Design to come up with a selection of looks and elements that will adorn the display while the phone sleeps. The featured design is called “Time”, but it’s really a timeline. As the day rolls on, the clock will move across the line, leaving markings every time you used the phone. In the evening, you’ll see an account of how often and when you used your phone. Oxygen OS 11 interface will be revamped...

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Oppo Reno4 Pro camera improvements in second software update

The global version of the Oppo Reno4 Pro that went on sale yesterday is receiving its second software update. The first update (CPH2109_11_A.13) was rolled out before its July 31 unveiling with July 5, 2020 Android security patch. Now the second update released by Oppo bumps up the security patch level on the smartphone to August 5, 2020. Additionally, the new update, that sports build number CPH2109_11_A.15, comes with improved camera effects and system stability as well as optimized network and phone call performance. Oppo Reno4 Pro software update The new firmware is only...

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Commemorative Redmi K30 to officially arrive on August 11

Xiaomi got a phone approved by TENAA last week, and we suspect it is the Redmi K30 Ultra. Later the company confirmed a new device is scheduled to arrive this month, celebrating its first decade in the world of smartphones. The new Redmi K30 was initially expected on August 14, but today Xiaomi revealed the launch will be on Tuesday, August 11. The machine-translated name of the phone is K30 Extreme Commemorative Edition, but it will likely go with the much simpler Ultra when/if it escapes China. The big difference from the Redmi K30 Pro and Redmi K30 Pro Zoom appears to be the...

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Our Oppo Reno4 Pro video review is out

The Oppo Reno4 Pro announced for the global markets last week went on sale in India yesterday. The international version is different from its Chinese counterpart - it comes with a less powerful chipset, no 5G connectivity, downgraded cameras, and plastic build. However, it also comes with an aggressive price and it ends up a properly competitive package. Oppo Reno4 Pro global variant The Snapdragon 720G SoC performs well in daily usage, and the cameras have a decent image and video quality overall. The plastic build makes the global Reno4 Pro one of the lightest smartphones we...

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