Realme Narzo 30 officially confirmed to feature 48MP triple camera, company shares camera sample

The Realme Narzo 30 will arrive on May 18, and the company has already revealed a few specs of the smartphone and design, telling us the Narzo 30 will feature a triple camera setup, which is now officially confirmed to include a 48MP primary camera. In addition to confirming the main camera's resolution, Realme also shared a picture taken with the 48MP unit. You can check it out below. Previously confirmed Narzo 30 features include a Helio G95 SoC, 90Hz punch hole display, side-mounted fingerprint reader, 3.5mm headphone jack, and 5,000 mAh battery with 30W charging. We also know...

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Honor 50 and 50 Pro receive 3C certification confirming 66W and 100W charging

The Honor brand is expected to announce its next flagship lineup following Huawei’s selling of the brand. The Honor 50 lineup is expected to be announced by the brand as early as this month. The latest news comes from China’s 3C where two of the Honor 50 models were certified with their bundled power adapters. As MyFixGuide reports, there are two models certified in this listing. The NTH-AN00 is the vanilla variant of the Honor 50, meanwhile, the NRA-AN00 represents the Pro variant. According to the certification, these devices will be bundled with 66W and 100W power...

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Google Assistant’s new colorful UI previewed

Google Assistant last received a visual refresh of its UI in the later part of 2019 with general rollout taking place in the initial part of 2020. This updated Google Assistant UI is simpler, more compact, and will adapt to the phone’s dark theme setting while it’s active or disabled. A new report shows that a new update to Google Assistant’s UI may be coming in the form of a more colorful appearance. XDA-Developer tipster Matthew Pirszel was able to uncover a new change to Google Assistant’s appearance, making it more colorful. Google Assistant had both blue and green shades applied to...

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Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro renders leak showing shocking new design

Google has been playing it safe with the Pixel line for the past couple of generations or so, but it looks like this year it's finally ready to shake things up in the mobile world again. A new leak purports to show us renders depicting the upcoming Pixel models. Yes, models plural, and that's the first change compared to last year when the 'flagship' line consisted of only one phone, the Pixel 5. Not so this time around: we're getting both a Pixel 6 and a Pixel 6 Pro. And... just look at them. Google Pixel 6 (left) and Pixel 6 Pro (right) The Pixel 6 seems smaller and has only two...

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Sony Xperia 10 III goes on pre-order in the UK with free noise cancelling headphones

Sony's Xperia 10 III mid-range smartphone is slowly making its way through Europe. After having gone on pre-order in Germany yesterday, today it's reached the UK. You can pre-order the phone from Amazon and a bunch of other places (here's the full list provided by Sony) for £399 unlocked and SIM-free. Not just that, but you'll receive a pre-order gift too: a free pair of Sony WH-CH710N noise cancelling headphones. The Xperia 10 III will be released in the UK on June 11, the same day as in Germany actually. The phone was announced in mid-April, so it's definitely taking its sweet...

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Google faces €100 million fine in Italy for “abuse of dominant position” of Android Auto

A new release published by Italy’s Antitrust Authority calls out Google for its “abuse of dominant position” and fined Google for €100 million on the grounds that Google excluded Enel X’s app JuicePass, an app that helps drivers find and reserve spots at charging stations. The case against Google is that the Authority’s investigation found Google excluded the JuicePass app from the Android Auto Platform for more than two years. “According to the Authority’s findings, Google did not allow Enel X Italia to develop a version of its JuicePass app compatible with Android Auto. Android...

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Nokia announces 2720 V Flip for Verizon with LTE and Google Assistant

HMD Global announces the arrival of the Nokia 2720 V Flip feature phone. After launching less than two years ago to some international markets, the phone is arriving to the US in the form of a Verizon-branded variant marketed to its older customers. The 2720 V Flip will support Verizon’s LTE network, HD calls, and the phone runs Kai OS. Kai OS lets the 2720 V Flip boast smart phone features like Google Assistant, Google Maps, messaging and social apps that can be downloaded from Kai’s app catalog. The international version of the Nokia 2720 Flip has a 1,500 mAh battery, 4GB of...

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Huawei to announce MateBook 16, FreeBuds 4 and other devices on May 19

With Huawei's troubles with the US government hampering its smartphone efforts, the company is focusing more of its efforts on the host of other devices it makes. The tech giant is now about to unveil a MateBook 16 and new flagship FreeBuds 4 TWS earphones on May 19. This was confirmed by teaser on the company's Weibo page. The announcement is taking place in China and we expect to see a MateBook 16, which is different from the MateBook D 16, which is already available, as well as the new FreeBuds 4. Perhaps those two will be the highlight of the event but other devices will join the...

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vivo to unveil its first noise-canceling TWS earphones on May 20

vivo published a teaser video for its first noise-canceling TWS buds called vivo TWS 2. The video is mostly about the design of the buds and confirms the announcement date - May 20. The TWS 2 will adopt an in-ear design, quite similar to the AirPods Pro but with shorter stems. There's also a dedicated button for the active noise cancellation and the case looks a bit bigger than before suggesting longer overall battery life too. As we already mentioned, the pair will be announced on May 20 but the actual sales will begin on June 1. Source (in Chinese)

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ZTE Axon 30 Ultra global pricing confirmed ahead of May 27 pre-orders

After launching in China earlier this month, ZTE’s Axon 30 Ultra is set to go global with pre-orders starting on May 27. The latest flagship from ZTE will be available from the official ZTE devices website. Pricing is set at $749/€749/£649 for the 8/128GB trim while the 12/256GB version will go for $849/€849/£739. For comparison prices in China start at CNY 4,700 which converts to $720/€600. Those who pre-order their Axon 30 Ultra will be treated to a pair of LiveBuds TWS for free. Open sales of the Axon 30 Ultra are set to begin on June 4. Source

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Sony adds new black and red color options for the PS5 DualSense controller

The PlayStation DualSense controller is getting two new color options. Called Midnight Black and Cosmic Red, they will be available starting next month. The new colors are designed around the theme of 'galaxy'. The Midnight Black version features two subtly different shades of black with light gray detailing to "reflect how we view space through the night sky". The Cosmic Red version features a more distinct two-tone appearance, and is "inspired by the unique vivid shades of red found throughout the cosmos". Both controllers feature matching button designs, with blacked out keys...

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Galaxy A11 is the latest Samsung smartphone to get Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update

A few days ago, Samsung released Android 11 for the Galaxy A02s and Galaxy A12. Now it's the Galaxy A11 that's getting a taste of the latest version of Android with One UI 3.1. The new build sports version number A115MUBU2BUE1, and while a detailed changelog is currently unavailable, you can expect it to include the usual Android 11 goodies, such as notification history, chat bubbles, and one-time permissions, in addition to One UI 3.1 features and new Android security patch. The update is currently rolling in Panama, but the rollout should expand to other markets soon. If you live...

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Realme 7i starts receiving stable Realme UI 2.0 update

The Indian Realme 7i joined the Early Access program for Realme UI 2.0 in February, and three months later the final update is seeding. Reports from the brand’s community forums revealed the user interface, based on Android 11, is 801 MB in size under the name RMX2103_11_C.05. Realme UI 2.0 for Realme 7i There are a lot of new features and plenty of improvements, but key optimizations include a better Dark Mode and Optimized Night Charging that uses an AI algorithm to control charging speed at night to extend the 5,000 mAh battery’s life. In terms of security and privacy,...

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vivo V21 5G in for review

The Oxford Dictionary named “selfie” the word of the year way back in 2013, yet many phones still suck at taking a selfie eight years later. If a terrible front-facing camera has been the bane of your social network existence, you may be interested in what we just received in the mail. The vivo V21 5G brings some serious hardware. The front-facing module houses a high resolution 44MP sensor, which could make pricey phones like the Galaxy S21+ (10MP), iPhone 12 (12MP) and Xperia 1 III (8MP) feel bad. And it has Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), which none of the aforementioned flagships...

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Samsung Galaxy A22 5G appears in Google Play Console listing

We’ve already seen several certification listings for Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy A22 5G and now the device has made its way to the Google Play Console. Тhe listing confirms the device is powered by MediaTek’s MT6833 platform which corresponds to the Dimensity 700 chipset. Samsung Galaxy A22 5G listing on Google Play Console There’s also 4GB RAM and an FHD+ resolution display. The software side is covered by Android 11 presumably with One UI 3.1 on top. Based on past rumors, we’re expecting a 6.4-inch display with V-shapred cutout for the selfie cam. The back should feature a triple...

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Mediatek announces Dimensity 900 - a 6nm chipset for 5G midrangers

Mediatek has just announced its latest 5G chipset, designated for midrange smartphones - the Dimensity 900. It is built on the 6 nm process technology and comes as a logical update over the Dimensity 800 series with a faster CPU and better connectivity options. The new Dimensity 900 chip brings an octa-core CPU with two clusters - one with two Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4GHz for power and six Cortex-A55 units at 2 GHz for efficiency. The chipset supports cameras of up to 108MP resolution and video recording up to 4K@30 fps. Smartphones with the Dimensity 900 chipset can have Full...

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Redmi Note 10S debuts in India as Redmi Watch tags along

Xiaomi sub-brand Redmi today added a fourth member to the Note 10 lineup in India - the Redmi Note 10S. It comes in Deep Sea Blue, Frost White, and Shadow Black colors and has two memory options - 6GB/64GB and 6GB/128GB priced at INR14,999 ($205/€170) and INR15,999 ($220/€180), respectively. You can buy one starting May 18 through Mi.com, Amazon.in, and retail outlets across the country. The Redmi Note 10S is powered by the Helio G95 SoC and runs Android 11-based MIUI 12.5 out of the box. The smartphone sports a 6.43" FullHD+ AMOLED screen with a 180Hz touch sampling rate and packs a...

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Asus Zenfone 8 promo videos highlight flagship specs and size difference

Yesterday Asus unveiled its latest flagship Zenfones with the small but powerful Zenfone 8 and the more traditional (for Asus) Zenfone 8 Flip. And as goes the tradition Asus has uploaded several promo videos detailing the two new devices. The Zenfone 8 Flip introductory video highlights the phone’s key specs which include the flip up camera, Snapdragon 888 chipset and its 5,000 mAh battery. The attention is then placed back on the unique camera setup with its motorized mechanism allowing for precise angle control and one of a kind panorama shots. Zenfone 8 is small in size but big...

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Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro arrive with ANC, dedicated audio chip

Xiaomi just announced its latest TWS earphones called FlipBuds Pro. They are the first audio accessory of the company with actual Active Noise Cancellation, and bring an 11mm driver and a dedicated flagship audio chip by Qualcomm. Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro The ANC can tone down the surrounding noise to 40dB, which Xiaomi compares to the volume of the noise in a library. The FlipBuds Pro have three microphones - one is taking in the voice of the speaker during a call, another is listening for external noise and isolating it, while the third is making sure the user’s voice isn’t...

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vivo V21 SE pops up on Geekbench with Snapdragon 720G

vivo's V21 series currently includes three smartphones - V21, V21 5G, and V21e. But the company is expected to add the V21 SE to the lineup soon, which has popped up on Geekbench with key specs. According to the benchmark database, the V21 SE, bearing model code V2061, runs Android 11 (likely with FuntouchOS on top) and has 8GB RAM onboard. There could be a 6GB RAM option as well, but that's yet to be confirmed. The motherboard section of the listing mentions "atoll", which is a codename for the Snapdragon 720G. Previously, the V21 SE was spotted on Google Play Console with the...

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nubia Z30 Pro stars in official trailer, will borrow Axon 30 Ultra’s cameras

ZTE’s brand nubia has posted an official video teaser of the nubia Z30 Pro smartphone. The four-minute video says the phone will be ideal for photographers of the night sky, and the device has appeared in the clip as well. The cameras look exactly the same as the Axon 30 Ultra setup and only the “nubia” writing confirmed it is indeed a new phone. Since the ZTE Axon 30 Ultra has a 64MP wide + 64MP standard + 64MP ultrawide + 8MP telephoto setup on the back, we are pretty confident the Z30 Pro will have the same combo. We also expect the front to arrive with ZTE’s new under-display...

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