Oppo Watch 2 will be unveiled on July 27

Oppo launched its first smartwatch called Oppo Watch last year, and the company will introduce its successor dubbed Oppo Watch 2 next week - on July 27. Oppo is yet to divulge anything about the Watch 2, but the smartwatch is already listed on Chinese online retailer JD.com's website, revealing the Watch 2's design and color options. It also tells us that the wearable will come with an Apollo 4s chip, camera control, and gaming mode. Although it's unclear what exactly a gaming mode on a smartwatch will do. Previously leaked specs tell us that the Oppo Watch 2 will have a...

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Maimang 10 SE 5G is official, arrives without Huawei branding

Huawei has dropped Honor from its roster to save the team its troubles with US companies, and now another brand has separated - the China-only Maimang. The now-independent entity did not wait one bit and has already launched its new midranger, called Maimang 10 SE 5G, with a Snapdragon 480 5G chipset. The phone comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage and a trio of cameras on the back, lined up on a square island. The setup brings 13MP f/1.8 main + 2 MP f/2.4 + 2 MP f/2.4 shooters, while the selfie snapper is 8MP with an f/2.0 aperture in front. The front-facing camera is mounted on...

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Twitter Beta lets you log in with Google account

Android users will soon receive the benefit of signing in with a Google account when accessing the app via an Android device. As reported by 9to5Google, the Twitter Beta build for Android now allows you to sign into your Twitter account using Google’s sign-in feature. This feels like it is long overdue. Source: 9to5Google If you don’t have a Twitter account already, you can use the Google sign-in option to create a new account, though the handle will be randomly assigned, after which you can change it. If you currently have a Twitter handle that is already linked to a Google...

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Apple releases iOS 14.7 with support for the MagSafe battery pack

Today Apple has released iOS 14.7 to all supported iPhones, although as of yet it hasn't also sent out the corresponding iPadOS 14.7 update to its tablets, which is weird, because these usually go out together. Anyway, by the time you read this the iPadOS 14.7 update may already be on its way, but it wasn't at the time of writing. iOS 14.7 brings support for the MagSafe battery pack that the company quietly released a few days ago. This is compatible with the iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, and 12 Pro Max. The new software also introduces an Apple Card Family feature which lets you...

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Xiaomi Mi 9 is now receiving the MIUI 12.5 update based on Android 11

Xiaomi is moving on ahead with its updates to MIUI 12.5, and the latest phone to be graced with this version of the skin is the Mi 9 in Europe. It's actually a double celebration for Mi 9 owners, because not only is the phone getting MIUI 12.5, but the underlying Android version has changed too, jumping from Android 10 to Android 11. It's a big one, then, both figuratively and literally - the download is 2.4GB, so if you're on a capped data plan make sure you use Wi-Fi to grab it. The new build is labeled MIUI V12.5.1.0.RFAEUXM, and as we mentioned already (and that "EU" in the name...

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CIRP: Apple and Android are tied at 50% new activations in the US in Q2

Apple accounted for half of US phone activations in the months April through June, per a report from the Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP). This is the first time in a long while where Apple is able to match Android in the second quarter, with the Google OS normally accounting for around 60% of new activations in the period. Mike Levin, co-founder of CIRP, says this is due to loyalty and switching - iPhone users have a higher 93% loyalty, compared to 88% for Android users. And iPhone users are more likely to buy another iPhone than to switch over to Android. Image...

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Realme Band 2 renders show 1.4-inch screen, refined design

Smartbands are slowly creeping up to smartwatches in terms of size and the upcoming Realme Band 2 is yet another example. The successor to last year’s Realme Band appeared in a new set of renders courtesy of @OnLeaks revealing a large 1.4-inch display and compelling rectangular design. Realme Band 2 renders (source) Band 2 will bring a button-less design and traditional belt and buckle silicone watch strap. The listed dimensions are 45.9 x 24.6 x 12.1mm. Looking at the backside of the tracker we can see the usual array of sensors expected with a heart rate and SpO2 monitor....

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Poco F3 GT gets landing page on Flipkart that covers all the key features

The Poco F3 GT will arrive in India this Friday (July 23) and it already has a landing page on Flipkart. The page covers the unique details that confirm this phone’s identity as a rebadged Redmi K40 Gaming Edition. You can even see the switch on the side that pops up a hardware shoulder key used for gaming (sliding the switch also toggles gaming mode). Other details are covered too, like the 8.3 mm thick aluminum alloy frame, painted in “Gunmetal Silver”. The phone will be powered by a 6 nm Dimensity 1200 chipset with vapor chamber cooling and a white graphite heat sink. We're...

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OnePlus Nord 2 leaks in red

The OnePlus Nord 2 will be unveiled on July 22 and it will be available in several colorways – so far we had only heard of Gray Sierra and Blue Haze, plus a vegan leather “Green Woods” special edition. There could be a third option, red, as seen in this render shared by Evan Blass: OnePlus Nord 2 in red (leak) You can see the Gray Sierra and Blue Haze in these images by Ishan Agarwal: OnePlus Nord 2 in Gray Sierra and Blue Haze (leak) It’s not clear whether the red colorway will be a special edition or not. OnePlus used the Blue Haze version for the teaser that confirmed...

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An iPhone SE successor to arrive in early 2022

The latest report from industry sources related to Apple's supply chain is all about iPhone SE's successor. Going by the rumor, Apple is already gearing up for an early 2022 announcement of the "iPhone SE 3" as the source is calling it. Reportedly, the Cupertino-based company has created new openings for chip probing specialists via its partner Xintec. Xintec is responsible for the quality testing process and it's a subsidiary of TSMC. It's also a long-time partner of Apple as it's supplier for components to the first iPhone SE as well as the SE (2020). The new intel is in...

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Samsung Galaxy Buds2 and Watch4 leak through a Galaxy Wearable app update

Samsung is rolling out an update for the Galaxy Wearable app with an empty changelog – or rather a redacted one. This version of the app adds support for the Galaxy Watch4 and Watch4 Classic, as well as the Galaxy Buds2. Of course, Samsung doesn’t want you to know that yet. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 in all five colors As part of the update, the app can now display images of the Buds2 in all five colors. The app confirms that Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) will be supported, though it seems to be a more basic version compared to the Galaxy Buds Pro since the ANC levels (low and...

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iQOO teasing a new phone launch

After successfully launching its Z3 5G globally last month, iQOO is looking forward to its next device launch and brand President Feng Yufei teased the alleged date. The Weibo post shows a corner pocket pool shot with an eight ball hitting a four ball signaling a potential launch date for August 4. There’s not much more we can cover in terms of specs here but according to speculation, we’ll see the launch of iQOO 8. The successor to iQOO 7 will likely be the first Snapdragon 888 Plus phone on the market, edging out Honor Magic 3 which will debut on August 12. There’s a chance the...

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OnePlus Day promo will drop the Nord N10 price to €200, Nord N100 to €100

Tomorrow OnePlus will hold a “limited flash sale” for the Nord N series in Europe. It will be a short one, lasting only 30 minutes from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM CEST. On offer will be the OnePlus Nord N100 at half price, €100, and the Nord N10 with a significant discount of its own – down to €200 (its MSRP is €350). OnePlus Nord N100 will be half off tomorrow, Nord N10 will be discounted by €150 You can sort of get a similar deal at Amazon Germany even today as the N10 is available at €200. This seems to be the T-Mobile version, though there’s no contract involved. Amazon has...

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Bose QC35 II successors pass through FCC, reveal design

When Bose introduced its Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, we thought that this is the end of the QC lineup and marks the start of a new era. Yet the company is planning to release a direct successor to the QuietComfort 35 II as an FCC filing reveals. The listing doesn't reveal much except that the new headphones will be called Bose QuietComfort 45 and that they would look almost identically to their predecessors. The only change to the exterior is the USB-C port instead of the aged microUSB. Otherwise, some of you will probably be delighted to see that the hardware controls are...

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Apple iPhone 13 series to gain always-on display functionality

Always-on display (AOD) tech has been around for well over a decade yet Apple has been reluctant to bring this functionality to its smartphones until now. According to a fresh scoop from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman Apple will bring AOD functionality to its next generation of iPhones. The AOD on iPhone is described as “Apple Watch-like always-on mode” that shows useful info like time, date and notifications even when the screen is turned off. Gurman also clarifies the next-gen iPhones will bring smaller notches, 120Hz refresh rate (likely reserved for the Pro models), A15 chipsets and...

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Samsung confirms August 11 date for the Unpacked event, quickly hides it

For some reason Samsung is reluctant to officially commit to a date for the Unpacked event that will bring the next generation foldables, new watches and TWS earbuds. We’ve seen evidence that this will happen on August 11 and now there’s more. This one comes from Samsung itself, the Russian sub-site, specifically. It says “The future will unfold in a new way. Very soon” and pins the time at August 11, 17:00 Moscow time (that’s 14:00 UTC). The abstract-looking shapes represent the large Galaxy Z Fold3 and the smaller Galaxy Z Flip3. Of course, this teaser was pulled down. The event...

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Realme Pad renders show out the tablet from all angles

There’s ample evidence that Realme is gearing up to release its first Android tablet soon. Now, tipster @OnLeaks is bringing us our best look at the upcoming tablet from all angles alongside some preliminary specs. Realme Pad renders (source) The Realme Pad will pack a 10.4-inch display with slim uniform bezels. The tablet’s measurements are 246.1mm x 155.8mm x 6.8mm and there appears to be a slot in the bottom left corner which is said to house a stylus. We can also spot a USB-C port and four two speaker cutouts at the bottom alongside the power button and two more speakers up...

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Poco X3 GT will be unveiled on July 28, less than a week after the F3 GT

There are two GT phones coming from Xiaomi later this month – the Poco F3 GT will launch in India on July 23 and today we learn that the Poco X3 GT will be unveiled in Malaysia on July 28. The event will be live streamed through the brand’s official Facebook page at 20:00 local time. This hasn’t been officially confirmed, but what we know so far suggests that the X3 GT will be the global name for China’s Redmi Note 10 Pro). This is not to be confused with the Indian or global Note 10 Pro (though it’s already more than a little confusing). The Poco X3 GT unveiling will be live...

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Honor gives first Magic3 sneak peek, will have dual selfie cameras

Honor will launch the Magic3 smartphone on August `1, as confirmed earlier. The device is going to be among the first smartphones with a Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset, and thanks to a new video on Weibo, we also know it will have a dual selfie camera in a pill-shaped punch hole. The short 20-second clip is an ad playing on one of the state TV channels CCTV5, supporting the Chinese athletes, going to Tokyo for the Olympics. We can only see the phone from the front and we can make out a power key and the volume rocker on the right-hand side, as well as a 2.5D curved glass on top of the...

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Realme GT Master Explorer Edition will bring IMX766 main sensor and up to 19GB RAM

There’s a Realme event scheduled for July 21 where we’ll see the debut of the GT Master series. Two phones are expected to appear with a Master Edition and Master Explorer Edition and we now get a few more specs for the latter. The device will be equipped with Sony’s 50MP IMX766 sensor and OIS. This is the same sensor found in Oppo’s Find X3 Pro and OnePlus 9 Pro phones. IMX 766 and 19GB RAM posters In addition, the Master Explorer Edition will bring up to 19GB RAM (7GB of which will be virtual). We also get a hint on pricing at CNY 3,000 ($462) from Realme VP Xu Qi Chase. A...

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ZTE Axon 30 officially ariving on July 27, teasers and leaked specs in line

ZTE has officially confirmed the Axon 30 launch for July 27 with a post on Weibo. The company also posted first official images of the phone, revealing a quad-cam setup in two big circles, similar to the Honor 50 and the upcoming Huawei P50. At the same time a ZTE A2322 phone appeared on TENAA and looking at the specs, it is likely the very same Axon 30 with its 64MP main camera. The official images reveal at least four colors - two glossy, one that is likely to mimic leather, and an edition with some fancy rainbow stripes. We can also see the 64MP writing next to the single LED...

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