Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G gets January patch and camera optimization with latest update

The Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G that was announced for global markets earlier this week and went on sale in India yesterday is receiving its second software update. The first update (CPH2201_11_A.03) was released last month before the launch, which optimized the camera quality and system performance. The new update bumps up the Android security patch level on the Reno5 Pro 5G to January 2021 and improves the system stability and performance. It also optimizes fingerprint unlocking and smoothness of the videos shot with the camera. Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G software update The new build comes...

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Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.4 (2021) surfaces in rough CAD-based renders

Aside from the Galaxy Tab S7 Lite, Samsung is also busy working on another, even more low-end tablet. We're talking about the Galaxy Tab A 8.4 (2021), the successor to the Galaxy Tab A 8.4 (2020), unsurprisingly. That model launched in March of last year, so expect to see its successor around the same time. As we wait for the official introduction, we now get to gawk at some very rough-looking CAD-based renders of the upcoming tablet. These reveal rounded corners, thin-ish bezels for this price point, a single camera on the back, and no physical buttons on the front. There...

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Samsung allegedly wants to invest $10 billion in a 3nm chip manufacturing plant in Texas

According to a new report from China, Samsung's semiconductor manufacturing arm is looking to invest around $10 billion in a fab in Texas, which would presumably churn out 3nm chips. This would be its most advanced chip making plant globally, and the location is meant to help Samsung reach more US customers in its battle with Taiwanese chip making giant TSMC. Samsung's plans are apparently just preliminary at this point, with the goal being to start construction this year, then install the major equipment from 2022 onwards. As for the debut of operations, that's scheduled for 2023....

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LG K42 makes it to India with military-grade durability and low price

While LG may or may not leave the smartphone market soon (there's a lot of conflicting information on that right now), at the moment the company is definitely still in the game. And so it has launched a new device in India today, the K42. This rugged-looking handset was initially announced back in September of last year, but now it's finally made it to the subcontinent. It's priced over there at INR 10,990 (about $150 or €123 at the current exchange rates). It will become available from Flipkart on January 26 in green and gray. If you buy a K42, you will get a two-year warranty as...

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Realme Buds Q2 pass FCC certification

The next addition in Realme’s TWS earbud range will be the Buds Q2, a successor to last year’s Buds Q. A new FCC listing for the Buds Q2 reveals their design, key features and two colorways. Realme Buds Q2 listing Bearing the RMA2010 model number, the Buds Q2 feature a design similar to their predecessor with an oval carrying case. Apart from stealthy black, the new model also comes in a bright volt green colorway. The ear tips themselves seem nearly identical in size to the original Buds Q but the outward shell appears to have a larger touch area this time...

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Samsung working on a Galaxy Tab S7 Lite, coming in three variants

Inside sources have revealed to SamMobile that the company is working on a sequel to the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite from last year, which will come in three variants - Wi-Fi only, LTE and 5G. The model numbers are SM-T730, SM-T735, and SM-T736B / SM-T736N, respectively. The exact name of the device is still unclear though, as some speculate it could be Galaxy Tab S7 Lite while others believe it would be Tab S8e. Additionally, we should look forward to a plus-sized version of this lite model, although there are even fewer specifics there. Source

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The next MacBook Air will be thinner and lighter, with smaller bezels too

According to a recent report from Bloomberg, Apple is working on an upgraded MacBook Air which will have a revamped design and new hardware. It's supposed to come around towards the end of this year and now the author of the report has revealed some more details on the design changes. The next gen Air will sport a thinner and lighter chassis while the screen would have trimmed bezels further reducing the footprint. We will also see the return of the MagSafe charging system. Moreover, it will carry a more distinctive design making it stand out from the MacBook Pros. In addition to...

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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G receives Bluetooth and Wi-Fi certification

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G has been certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance and Bluetooth SIG, inching a couple of steps closer to its announcement. The phone will support dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. The devices in the certifications are the SM-A526B (and its Dual-SIM counterpart) and the SM-A526N (the Korean model). Samsung will release both a Galaxy A52 5G and a 4G model. The main difference between them is expected to be the chipset - Snapdragon 750G on the 5G model and Snapdragon 720G on the LTE one. We know the device will have a Prism-like finish on the rear, a new Teal color...

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Poco X2 gets stable Android 11 update

The latest smartphone in Poco’s lineup to get Android 11 is the Poco X2. The device got the MIUI 12 beta way back in August and now after a lengthy testing period, the Android 11 build has finally graduated to stable. According to early reports, the update is currently exclusive to India though it should make its way to more regions in the coming weeks. Android 11 update for Poco X2 The new update is specified as MIUI 12.1.2.0 RGHINXM and comes in at 2.4GB in size. It brings the January security patch and standard Android 11 features like chat bubbles, overhauled notifications...

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Google threatens to exit Australia over news content law disputes

Google has announced it is considering pulling out its search engine from Australia, following a law dispute with the country's government. The projected law says that Google has to share royalties with news outlets since Australian users find articles through the search engine. Australia might say goodbye to news in Google Search According to Google Australia managing director Mel Silva, the laws are “unworkable,” and the company will be pushed to stop making Google Search available in the country. Lawmakers accused Google of “blackmail,” and senators went even further, saying if...

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HarmonyOS 2.0 beta now available for Huawei P30 and Mate 30 Pro 5G

Beta versions of HarmonyOS 2.0 have started rolling out to more devices, including the Huawei P30 and Mate 30 Pro 5G. You can see it running on real hardware in the videos below. Finally... A video of #HarmonyOS Beta 1 on #Huawei Mate 30 with #EMUI11 on top.There is not so much to see. Apart from how Android apps are fluid. I doubt that they are native apps.However, what could make Harmony OS so fast to running android apps? Can't wait to discover :) pic.twitter.com/yyiVbHztza— Marco Improda (@marcoimproda90) January 21, 2021 If the interface looks familiar, this is because it’s EMUI...

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Honor CEO confirms partnerships with Intel and Qualcomm

Honor just unveiled the V40 5G smartphone, marking its new beginning as a properly independent company. Following the announcement, the CEO George Zhao announced his team has signed partnerships with major chip suppliers MediaTek and Qualcomm. On top of that, it has also struck deals with AMD, Intel, Micron, Microsoft, Samsung, SK Hynix, and Sony, Reuters reports. Honor V40 5G is already selling in stores George Zhao commented the last five months have been “an extremely difficult but meaningful time for Honor”. The company felt expectations from partners and consumers as it is...

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LG Rollable's fate still undecided, may be canceled even if LG keeps its mobile division

LG wowed the virtual crowds at CES 2021 with a short demo of its Rollable phone and the days after brought news of a September launch target. However, there is now rising uncertainty as to whether the prototype will be converted to a mass market device. The Korea Herald reports that detailed launch plans for the Rollable have not actually been decided (despite previous reports). LG issued the nebulous statement that it is “open to every possibility”. And right now the possibilities aren’t looking great. LG’s CEO is considering leaving the mobile business and there is talk that...

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Red Magic 6 design leaks, Tencent Games edition coming

The Red Magic 6 series will be nubia’s next entry in the gaming phone world and we’ve already seen official teasers as well as certification listings detailing at least two phones. Today we have an actual look at what appears to be a Tencent Games edition Red Magic 6. nubia Red Magic 6 Tencent Games edition The design is a big departure from the Red Magic 5S with a horizontally placed quad-camera setup and X-shaped element where we presume the built-in cooling fan will reside. There’s also a visible Red Magic logo below and Tencent Games branding in the middle. Speaking of...

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Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G and Enco X TWS earphones go on sale in India

The Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G announced in India earlier this week is now available for purchase in the country through Flipkart and offline retail stores. It comes in a single 8GB/128GB variant priced at INR35,990 ($495/€405) and has two color options - Starry Black and Astral Blue. The Reno5 Pro 5G is powered by the Dimensity 1000+ SoC and runs Android 11-based ColorOS 11.1. It's built around a 6.55" 90Hz FullHD+ Super AMOLED screen having a fingerprint reader underneath and a punch hole in the upper-left corner for the 32MP selfie camera. The back of the smartphone houses a quad...

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Ultra-affordable Realme C20 is official with Helio G35, big 5,000 mAh battery

Realme has introduced a new phone from its affordable C lineup, and the first market to see the phone is Vietnam. The Realme C20 comes with a Helio G35 chipset, a big battery and a single camera on the back. The C20 comes with a 6.5” LCD of HD+ resolution, which is a usual affair for the Realme C phones. It has a waterdrop notch on the top for a pretty basic 5MP selfie camera. On the back, there is a big square island that hosts a lonely 8MP shooter, accompanied only by the LED flash. The speaker is also on the back, while the bottom sports a 3.5mm audio jack, a microphone, and a...

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Ultra-affordable Realme C20 is official with Helio G35, big 5,000 mAh battery

Realme has introduced a new phone from its affordable C lineup, and the first market to see the phone is Vietnam. The Realme C20 comes with a Helio G35 chipset, a big battery and a single camera on the back. The C20 comes with a 6.5” LCD of HD+ resolution, which is a usual affair for the Realme C phones. It has a waterdrop notch on the top for a pretty basic 5MP selfie camera. On the back, there is a big square island that hosts a lonely 8MP shooter, accompanied only by the LED flash. The speaker is also on the back, while the bottom sports a 3.5mm audio jack, a microphone, and a...

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Fossil’s first LTE smartwatch is now available from Verizon

Fossil’s LTE-enabled smartwatch is now available exclusively from Verizon. The company has previously seen much success making stylish Wear OS-powered smartwatches across its family of Fossil watch brands. The smartwatch packs the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 platform and comes with 8GB of storage. There’s a 1.3-inch screen in the 44mm body and the watch comes in either black or pink color schemes. There’s a 400 mAh battery that promises 20 hours of use or up to 3 days of standby time when connected to Verizon’s LTE network. The Gen 5 LTE can make or receive calls without a tethered...

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