HTC to launch TWS earphones with 480 mAh battery

The National Certification Corporation (NCC) is the organization that oversees devices getting imported in the United States and from time to time its website gives us a bit of info on upcoming products. The latest finding is TWS earphones from HTC with a 480 mAh battery and USB-C charging port. HTC TWS1 The wireless earbuds might be called HTC TWS1, according to the listing. It also revealed that the whole set will include a charging case with a 400mAh power cell with 40 mAh battery in each bud. Looking at the actual images, we can only guesstimate the outside part will sport...

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OnePlus 8 series gets November patch and tons of bug fixes with the latest OxygenOS update

OnePlus released the OxygenOS Open Beta 4 update for the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro last week, and now it is rolling out a new software update (OxygenOS 11.0.2.2) for non-beta users of the Snapdragon 865-powered smartphones. The new build brings November 2020 Android security patch to the OnePlus 8 duo while improving the stability of communication functions and optimizing the split-screen app experience. Additionally, OxygenOS 11.0.2.2 brings optimizations for improved battery life and includes tons of bug fixes. You can check out the complete changelog below for all the...

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vivo V20 Pro 5G officially launches in India on December 2

vivo announced and released the V20 Pro in late September, but not in India. This shortcoming of the phone is due to be rectified very soon. We've already known that the V20 Pro would hit the subcontinent sometime in early December, and today the Chinese company has decided to announce the actual date of the unveiling: December 2. Sleek is fast too! #vivoV20Pro #Slimmest5G coming your way to #DelightEveryMoment. Launching on 2nd December. #StayTuned pic.twitter.com/M5JDXGUUQE— Vivo India (@Vivo_India) November 26, 2020 The official confirmation is good to have, of course. If you're...

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Nokia 9.3 PureView 5G reportedly delayed until next year

The successor to the Nokia 9 PureView from last year, namely the Nokia 9.3 PureView, has definitely been a very long time in the making, and now a new rumor claims its launch has been delayed yet again. We were expecting it to finally be made official any day now, but apparently the wait just got longer. If you're interested in the next Nokia flagship device, then you'll have to wait until sometime in the first half of 2021. Unfortunately, we don't have a more specific timeline for its release at this point, not even an exact month of the unveiling. Some bad news. The Nokia 9.3 PureView...

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Samsung Galaxy A32 5G leaks in case renders

Case makers usually plan and produce their products way ahead of phone launches which often leads to leaks on unreleased devices. This is the case (pun intended) with the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A32 5G which comes to us via an unnamed accessory maker. It’s expected to launch as Samsung’s most affordable 5G phone. Keep in mind that this dimensions-based design is may slighly differ from the final one. Samsung Galaxy A32 5G case renders We can observe an Infinity-U display upfront with an unspecified diagonal. There’s a side-mounted fingerprint scanner on the right alongside the...

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OnePlus Nord goes through DxOMark's testing, gets an average score

The OnePlus Nord aims to deliver premium camera features and a flagship-like overall camera experience and DxOMark says that for the most part, the phone does very well. The overall score that reviewers gave is 108 points, which is just 1 point fewer than what DxOMark gave to the Huawei P20 Pro a few years back. It goes a long way to say how far smartphone photography has gone. As far as photo and video performance goes, the OnePlus Nord seems to be doing great during the day offering good sharpness and detail, fast and dependable autofocus and accurate exposure. However, at night,...

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OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 teardown video shows how the sandstone back was created

Cyberpunk 2077 game still hasn’t come out, but the OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 limited edition launched in early November. A few units are still available if you want the phone, though if you’re just looking for something to pass the time while waiting for the game, check out this teardown video. The back is unique. It has the trademark OnePlus “sandstone” look, but it’s just that – a look. It’s actually vinyl applied to the glass and it’s on the inside, so the back of the phone still feels smooth. Also, the characteristic camera bump is a piece of glass that is attached to the back....

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Redmi Watch announced with 1.4" display, enticing pricetag

Alongside the newly announced Redmi Note 9 series in China the brand unveiled its first smartwatch entry, aptly named Redmi Watch. It’s a rectangular smartwatch with the usual set of fitness, heart-rate and sleep tracking paired with a super affordable price tag. The Redmi Watch packs a 1.4-inch color display with 320 x 320-pixel resolution and 2.5D glass. You can choose between black, white and navy blue colors for the watch itself with a matching silicone watch strap which is also available in pink and green options. Redmi Watch There are over 120+ watch faces which...

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Xiaomi unveils new Redmi Note 9 trio: Pro has a 108MP cam, 120 Hz screen

The Redmi Note 9 series wasn’t available in China until now, but the series arrives with a bang. The new Pro model costs the same as last year, CNY 1,600, but the difference in hardware is massive. While that’s a very affordable price, Xiaomi also unveiled the Redmi Note 9 with 5G for CNY 1,300 and one with 4G for a flat CNY 1,000. The Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G and Note 9 5G will be available in China from December 1. We’ll have a closer look in a second, but first here’s how the phones compare to their predecessors. Old vs. new: Redmi Note 8 Pro vs. 9 Pro • Redmi Note 8 vs. 9 Redmi...

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Foxconn moving some iPad and MacBook assembly lines outside of China

Apple has always tried to diversify its production across different contractors but Foxconn has remained its key partner throughout the years. And for the first time ever Foxconn is planning to fulfill some of the iPad and MacBook orders outside China. According to an inside source, the manufacturer wants to build a new assembly line in Vietnam to build iPads and MacBooks. The assembly line will start production in the first half of 2021 and will be located in Vietnam's northeastern Bac Giang province. Supposedly, Apple has requested from Foxconn to reduce its reliance on China amid...

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Nokia 2.4 hands-on

Nokia 2.4 is one of the company's latest Android smartphones. As with most of HMD Global's releases, this one is a budget smartphone sitting just one step above some the most affordable models in the company's lineup. The Nokia 2.4 will compete against the Redmi 9 Prime and the Realme C15, both of which are priced similarly. The Nokia 2.4 has a 6.5-inch 1600x720 IPS LCD. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio P22, with 3GB of memory and 16 or 32GB of expandable storage. There's a 13MP camera on the back alongside a depth sensor and a 5MP camera on the front. The phone is powered by...

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Amazfit GTS 2 mini to be announced on December 1

Huami’s Amazfit is teasing a new product launch for December 1. The latest Weibo post by the warbles giant is hyping up a compact version of their Amazfit GTS 2 aptly called Amazfit GTS 2 mini. According to the accompanying message on the teaser post, the GTS 2 mini will feature a smaller screen alongside a lighter design and thinner profile compared to the original GTS 2, which was announced back in September. Amazfit GTS 2 mini teaser Earlier this month we came across two FCC listings for the Amazfit GTS 2e and GTR 2e which could potentially be more affordable alternatives to the...

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Samsung Galaxy S21+ gets certified at BIS

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S21 series in January and the phones already started popping up on certification websites. The latest entry is at BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards), where a phone with the model number SMG996B/DS was spotted - that’s the Galaxy S21+. This listing comes as a confirmation that the Samsung Galaxy S21 series is right around the corner. A few days ago its vanilla sibling also appeared in the BIS database. It will have a 6.2" screen, rather than 6.7" on the Plus, but both are expected to bring 120Hz OLEDs with 1080p resolution. We expect three...

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India obstructs import of iPhones, Xiaomi and Oppo devices built in China

Xiaomi and Apple become the latest victims of the recent tensions between India and China. According to Reuters, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has been hindering the import of smartphones since August. Some of the blocked imported goods are the latest Apple iPhone 12 devices, as well as smart wearables by Oppo and Xiaomi. The BIS typically processes imports within 15 days, but reports are the paperwork is now taking up to two months to complete. Several Apple India executives affirmed the BIS the company will expand its assembly operations in India, but so far nothing has...

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Motorola Moto G 5G is coming to India on November 30

Motorola unveiled the Moto G 5G and Moto G9 Power earlier this month, which were rumored to launch in India soon. Today the company confirmed that Moto G 5G will debut in India on November 30 at noon local time and will be sold exclusively through Flipkart. However, there's no word from Motorola about the launch of Moto G9 Power in the South Asian country. Get ready to experience the new level of speed with India’s most affordable 5G smartphone #motog5G on 30th November, 12 PM on @Flipkart! Stay tuned. https://t.co/3HD1jvKWYo pic.twitter.com/kCcjDepMDr— Motorola India (@motorolaindia)...

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Realme Black Friday Sale announced in India: Smartphones and AIoT products get discounts

Realme's Black Friday deals went live in the UK last week, and today, the company's Indian branch also announced the Black Friday Sale, which will be live for 24 hours in the country starting November 27 at midnight. As a part of the promo, Realme is offering discounts on its smartphones, accessories, and AIoT products. The prices of the discounted smartphones during the Black Friday sale will be the same as Realme Days Sale, which ends on November 30, but the AIoT devices and accessories will be sold at an even lower price. You can check out the table below for all the offers on...

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Report: Microsoft to bring support for Android apps in Windows 10 next year, x86 emulation for ARM processors

A new report from Windows Central outlines what we might expect from Microsoft in 2021. Windows 10 has been Microsoft’s primary OS since mid-2015, and the operating system is due for a major update. Windows 10X is will bring a bunch of optimizations for dual-screen laptops and low-end PCs. Windows 10X is expected to arrive sometime in the first half of next year. The OS will initially arrive for ARM-based computers, meant to compete with ChromeOS and iPad OS. Windows 10X will also support Win32 applications eventually, with a future update. Source: Windows Central Microsoft...

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