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Flashback: remembering the best Tegra-powered phones, tablets and "others"

Nvidia is in the process of acquiring ARM, which made us think of the time when the company, which is best known for its GPUs, was actually a major player in the smartphone market. Here are Tegra chipsets' greatest hits. Two of the first Tegra-powered phones were the Microsoft Kin One and Two, which we've covered in a previous Flashback. Unfortunately, that chipset proved quite under-powered for the kind of UI that Microsoft wanted to run. But that was an early single-core chip. Microsoft Kin One • Microsoft Kin Two The Tegra 2 brought us the first dual core smartphone, the LG... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3oNp7a3 via

Huawei P Smart 2021 in for review

The latest arrival to our office is the Huawei P Smart 2021 smartphone, also sold at some markets as Huawei Y7a. It is an entry-level smartphone that lacks Google services, but brings other promising features like a 48MP camera, a massive battery with fast charging support, and a 6.67” screen with Full HD+ resolution. The retail box of the phone consists of a Huawei SuperCharger that lets you top the phone at up to 22.5W. The technology was initially introduced with the company flagships and it is good to see it trickle to the lower echelons. We have to go through our usual battery... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2TEdpQy via

Google Meet Rolling Out Custom Background Feature for Desktop Users: How to Use

Google Meet has started rolling out a new feature that allows desktop users to change their backgrounds during a video call. The platform has introduced a set of default images that video callers can use to change the background. It includes office spaces, landscapes, and abstract backdrops. Google also offer the option to upload your own image as a background. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2HURrpG via

Apple iPhone 12 Pro in for review

Our review of the iPhone 12 is already up, but we've also been spending some quality time with the more premium iPhone 12 Pro. But while the review team is still doing its thing here go a few early thoughts. The iPhone 12 Pro certainly makes a better first impression than the iPhone 12. For starters the frame isn't aluminum but stainless steel. It feels better too and it's shinier. The rear glass is nicer to touch too, thanks to its matte finish (the regular 12 gets a shiny one). Finally the iPhone 12 Pro gains 25 grams on the regular 12, making it feel denser and more... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3mGKwjo via

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Render Show Penta Rear Camera Setup, Production Tipped to Have Begun

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leaks have been abundant, and the latest round comprise details on possible production commencement and an updated render that shows rear camera tweaks to the most premium model in the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S21 series. Samsung is expected to introduce the next generation S series flagship sometime in January next year. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3oIltOC via

AirPods Pro Earbuds With Sound Issues to Be Replaced by Apple for Free

AirPods Pro earbuds will be replaced by Apple for free following sound issues. The tech giant has confirmed that a small percentage of AirPods Pro units may be faulty and could be experiencing audio problems. Apple has introduced a specific service programme for these affected users, wherein it will offer free replacement of the earbuds or fix it, whichever is applica... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/35WlWUW via

Russian Hackers Said to Have Targeted California, Indiana Democratic Parties

The group of Russian hackers accused of meddling in the 2016 US presidential election earlier this year targeted the email accounts of Democratic state parties in California and Indiana, and influential think tanks in Washington and New York, according to people with knowledge of the matter. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3oFZGXL via

OnePlus 8T gets minor OxygenOS 11.0.2.3 update

The OnePlus 8T is getting its second software update since launch. The company is now rolling out OxygenOS 11.0.2.3 for all three regions (US, EU, and India). If you haven't received the update yet, it should be available in the next week or so. The 11.0.2.3 update is largely for fixing some of the issues reported in the previous version. It optimizes the system power consumption and reduces heat generation. There also seemed to have been an issue with icons not displaying correctly on the homescreen that have been fixed. There are also some fixes to Bluetooth and the Gallery app and... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2GdiOLh via

T-Mobile announces LG Wing is coming to the carrier, launched BOGO deal

Today, T-Mobile is announcing the arrival of the LG Wing 5G directly from the carrier. The phone will be available in both Aurora Gray and Illusion Sky – the latter is not available from Verizon. The Wing 5G is coming with support for T-Mobile's low-band (600MHz) and mid-band (2.5GHz) 5G networks. To boost sales of the LG Wing, T-Mobile is offering a BOGO (buy one, get one free) promotion for anyone who purchases two LG Wing 5G smartphones from the carrier. Although promotions from US carriers usually require customers to add a line or trade in an eligible device, T-Mobile really... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3jHtaks via

Disney+ Hotstar November 2020: Laxmii, IPL Final, Lego Star Wars, and More

Laxmmi Bomb / Laxmii, The Mandalorian season 2, IPL 2020 final, Lego Star Wars Holiday Special, The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse, Marvel’s 616, Inside Pixar, Grey’s Anatomy season 17, His Dark Materials season 2, A Teacher, Big Sky, Industry HBO — the biggest movies, TV series, and sporting events on Disney+ Hotstar in November 2020. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3oHG8lH via

iPhone 12 cameras can only be replaced by official Apple technicians, 12 Pro is unaffected

Back when Apple added a fingerprint reader to the iPhone 5s, it made it impossible to replace by anyone other than an authorized technician. That makes some sense – a bogus reader may circumvent security. But over the years more and more components have become difficult to replace. During its teardown and testing of the iPhone 12, iFixit found that taking the camera out and replacing it with an identical module from another phone causes issues. And not just the error report you get when you swap screens (“Unable to verify that this iPhone has a genuine Apple display”). No, this looks... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3eeeN68 via

Steam Halloween Sale Underway, Discounts on Control, Doom Eternal, Death Stranding, and More

Steam Halloween Sale is currently underway and brings attractive discounts on several games. The sale started on October 29 and will run through November 2 with discounts on not only horror titles but also a variety of other genres. Control, Devil May Cry 5, Doom Eternal, Dead Island, Resident Evil 2, and Outlast are some of the games that get price cuts for the Hallo... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2HQaZvZ via

Netflix announces price hikes for US customers

As reported by The Verge, Netflix is announcing new rates for US-based subscribers. Currently, the streaming service offers three-tiered plans. The entry-level Basic $9 plan only allows for a single stream at up to 480p resolution and remains unchanged. The next tier - Standard, which is Netflix’s most popular, is being increased from $13/month to $14 – this plan allows for up to two simultaneous streams at up to 1080p resolution. Finally, the Premium tier is going from $16/month to $18. This tier allows for up to four simultaneous streams at up to 4K resolution. Netflix... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3kC0lXM via

Deal: get a Galaxy S20 FE for just $350 or a Pixel 5 for $600

Best Buy got impatient and stopped waiting around for Black Friday. The retailer has ousted some outstanding deals on smartphones, but these, as far as we can tell, are all very short-term. Like, one day only. That means if you like what you read about here, you need to jump straight up to one of the Source links below and make your purchase quickly. First up, we have Samsung's very own 'flagship killer', the Galaxy S20 FE. Its normal retail price is $700, we've seen it offered for $600 a bunch of times, but now you can pick it up for only $350. That's an insane deal, but there are... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3jHe6TC via

OnePlus 9 is headed to Verizon and T-Mobile, apparently

If you're in the US and are wondering which carriers are going to offer the upcoming OnePlus 9, that may be coming sooner than expected, then wonder no more. The enterprising folks over at XDA Developers have discovered, through a deep dive into the OxygenOS code, that the OnePlus 9 is in fact headed to both Verizon and T-Mobile. On the other hand, the OnePlus 9 Pro seems to only be on the way to T-Mobile, with Verizon seemingly foregoing the more expensive option. The OnePlus 8 was also offered by Verizon There are very good hints about all of this in the OxygenOS code, but... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/386sgfh via

FBI warning played a role in Facebook downplaying NY Post report: Mark Zuckerberg

Facebook Inc Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg said on Wednesday that a warning from the FBI on hack-and-leak operations before the Nov. 3 presidential election played a role in its decision to limit the reach of stories from the New York Post that made claims about Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden's son. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2HJbLuF

Deal: grab a Google Pixel 4a for just $119.99

Even the Pixel 5 is a mid-ranger this year, but Google's most affordable phone is the Pixel 4a. The phone sells for around $349.99 usually, and for some reason Verizon marked that up to $379.99. No need to worry, though, for Big Red currently has a very nice deal going for the phone. If you are okay to use its installment plan to purchase the device, you can get the Pixel 4a for just $5 per month, adding up (with Verizon math) to just $119.99 over the entirety of the two-year monthly payment period. Those are some huge savings you're getting for a phone that wasn't very expensive to... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2TvIkP4 via

PlayStation Plus Collection Details Announced: All You Need to Know

PlayStation Plus Collection details have been announced by Sony just ahead of the launch of PlayStation 5. The service will offer PS5 owners access to a curated library of iconic PlayStation 4 titles. The new service will be added as a benefit to existing PlayStation Plus members at no extra membership fee. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2TvIGFr via

Counterpoint: Samsung Takes Lead in Indian Smartphone Market Amid 9 Percent YoY Growth in Q3 2020

Indian smartphone market records highest ever single quarter shipments in Q3 2020, as per the latest research by Counterpoint’s Market Monitor service, with Samsung regaining the top spot. The research agency notes that the pent up demand of smartphones due to the lockdown and preference of online markets over physical stores is responsible for over 53 million units... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2HGHT1M via

PlayStation Plus Free Games Announced for November, Includes Bugsnax as PS5 Exclusive

PlayStation 5 (PS5) launch is just around the corner and Sony’s list of free PlayStation Plus games for the month of November has a surprise addition for PS5 users. The list includes Middle-earth: Shadow of War, Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition, and Bugsnax as a PS5 exclusive. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/34Ht4Fj via

Samsung Germany offers up to 200€ off via Samsung Pay rebate when you buy a flagship

Samsung Germany is currently running a “Payday” promotion starting on October 28 through November 18 for any customers who purchase a new Samsung Galaxy flagship phone and register the purchase through the Samsung Members app. Customers can get €200 off when they purchase a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, or Z Fold 2, €150 off when they purchase a Galaxy Note20 Ultra or S20 Ultra, or €100 off when they get a Note20, S20, S20+, or S20 FE. The discount will be honored as a Samsung Pay rebate, so customers would need to pay the regular retail price and then register for the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3kFbjf4 via

Andhra CM Wants to Block EA.com and 131 More Sites in AP to Combat 'Online Gambling'

Online gaming websites could be banned by the government next, including EA.com, MiniClip, and Zapak. Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has asked Union Minister RS Prasad to ban 132 websites owing to the dangers posed by online gambling. However, in the letter sent by the CM to the IT minister, which Gadgets 360 has accessed, there are several sites that have no... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/37OMYQz via

T-Mobile expands its mid-band 5G coverage, totaling 410 cities and towns in the US

With T-Mobile’s recent acquisition of Spring, the carrier has been working all year to strengthen its mid-band 5G reach. The 2.5GHz spectrum is what T-Mobile calls its “goldilocks” band – which strikes a balance between reach and speeds (low-band 5G doesn’t have the best speeds and mmWave has pretty bad reach). T-Mobile’s mid-band 5G spectrum (2.5GHz) came from Sprint. T-Mobile is announcing its mid-band 5G network has been expanded to reach “nearly” 410 cities and towns all over the US (up from 210 US locations one month ago). The carrier hopes to cover 100 million Americans by the end of... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/37Pnen3 via

AMD announces Radeon RX 6000 series gaming graphics cards

AMD today announced the Radeon RX RX 6000 series of gaming graphics cards. Built on the new 7nm RDNA 2 architecture, these cards provide up to 2x improvement in performance over the previous generation AMD flagship while also including support for the new Microsoft DirectX 12 Ultimate API and will be available starting November. The most important card in this series will likely be the $649 Radeon RX 6800 XT. It features 72 compute units and 16GB of 16Gbps GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit wide memory bus. The 6800 XT can clock up to 2015MHz under load (or Game Clock as AMD likes to call it)... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3e2LwLu via

iPhone 12 Series’ MagSafe Fast Charging Seems Limited to Apple’s Adapter; Reverse Wireless Charging Suggested

Apple’s MagSafe Charger for the iPhone 12 series seems to restrict 15W fast charging specifically to the company’s 20W USB-C adapter. This means that you aren’t likely to get the same fast charging experience when using a third-party adapter or even a heavier capacity MacBook adapter. Separately, a filing with the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has b... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/31QAzYp via

New Oppo phone might arrive with Snapdragon 870 chipset

Qualcomm is about to launch the Snapdragon 875 chipset in December, and we expect a “lite” version of the flagship platform to tag along. It would be the logical successor of the Snapdragon 765 series and would act as a more affordable chip that can offer pretty similar performance. The leakster that goes by the (machine-translated) name Digital Chat Station revealed Oppo is developing a smartphone that will have that new chip with a working name Snapdragon 870. The new chipset by Qualcomm will be able to reach 3.2 GHz speed of the CPU, and we assume this will be only one... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/31Ovz6M via

Cyperpunk 2077 Delayed to December 10 to Allow Optimisations for Nine Platforms Across PC, Consoles

Cyperpunk 2077 has been delayed once again, this time by 21 days with the new release date being December 10. This time, the developers have cited optimising the game for nine platforms as the reason behind the delay. The CD Projekt Red team took to Twitter to share the news, apologising to the fans that have been eagerly waiting for the game. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/31NJUAl via

OnePlus Watch Launch Postponed Indefinitely, Tipster Claims

OnePlus’ first wearable was expected to be announced sometime this month but now a noted tipster says that the OnePlus Watch launch is delayed with no new date known for now. The reason for this postponement is not clear but complications with the production or software development are speculated to be the cause. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kBOKIm via

TikTok Partners With Shopify to Move Into E-Commerce Space

TikTok, still under US government scrutiny for its Chinese ownership, is moving closer to becoming a marketplace for buying stuff. Canadian e-commerce platform Shopify said Tuesday it's made a deal with TikTok enabling merchants to create “shoppable” video ads that drive customers to online stores. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3e6KiPs via

EMUI 11 could be Huawei’s last version of EMUI before Harmony/HongMeng OS

Ever since reports surfaced that Huawei was working on its own operating system called Harmony OS (also known as HongMeng OS), rumors swirled that the company would eventually replace Android with it. Huawei eventually refuted that the OS wasn't intended for smartphones. Of course, this was before the Huawei ban was issued by the Trump Administration. Huawei officially announced it last August. A new report from MyDrivers cited an interview with Wang Chenglu, Head of Software Development at Huawei Consumer Business Group. In this interview, the question of how EMUI 11 and HongMeng OS was... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3mrn8WQ via

LG Wing lands at AT&T on November 6

Today AT&T has finally announced some launch details for the LG Wing on its 5G network. The phone was unveiled in mid-September, and in the US it went to Verizon first, but AT&T and T-Mobile were always meant to follow. Now we have the skinny on AT&T's plans. The LG Wing will be available from the carrier starting on November 6, for a full retail price of $1,050. You can split that over 30 months, resulting in a monthly installment of $35. Or, if you have a qualifying device to trade-in, you can purchase the Wing for as low as $11.67 per month, which adds up to a total of just... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/325IBgr via

Zoom Now Rolling Out End-to-End Encryption, Except on iOS; Android Users Also Get YouTube Live Streaming Support

End-to-end encryption is available on Zoom desktop client version 5.4.0 for Mac and PC, the Zoom Android app, and Zoom Rooms. The Zoom iOS app is still pending Apple App Store approval. When this feature is enabled, the meeting is secured and not even Zoom servers are able to access the encryption keys used to secure the meeting. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/34xCxPc via

All hopes of Apple’s AirPower charging mat are lost, yet again

If you haven’t heard of the AirPower charging mat, it was a product that Apple announced in 2017 along with the drastically redesigned iPhone X which would let you wirelessly charge AirPods, an Apple Watch, and the iPhone, wherever you placed them on the mat. Apple eventually announced it was abandoning the project, reportedly due to complications with overlapping charger coils overheating. Apple shows off the AirPower charger during its September 2017 keynote Some time passed after the initial cancellation and new reports from reliable Apple leaker @JonProsser claimed that the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2G060I2 via

Forget about the Nord, grab a OnePlus 7T for $399 instead

The original OnePlus Nord was the company's return to the mid-range, but that phone hasn't been and won't be sold in the US. The just unveiled Nord N10 will take its place in North America, but it's still unclear when and for what price. So, if you want a OnePlus phone that's cheaper than the 8T and 8 Pro, and you don't care about 5G, here's something for you. B&H is currently holding a very limited time sale on the OnePlus 7T from last year, bringing its price down to just $399. That's probably what the Nord would've been sold for had it been launched in the US. The OnePlus 7T has... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3kAHCfo via

Doogee S96 Pro rugged smartphone launches with infrared night vision

Rugged phone specialist Doogee has launched its latest device today, the S96 Pro. This pairs an incredibly rugged-looking construction with a 20 MP night vision camera, sitting alongside the 48 MP f/1.8 main camera sensor on the back. The Doogee S96 Pro comes with the MediaTek Helio G90 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of expandable storage (with a triple slot that can house two SIM cards and a microSD at the same time). It has a 6.22" 720x1520 LCD touchscreen with a waterdrop notch that houses a 16 MP selfie camera. On the back there's a quad shooter setup, the standout of the bunch... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/34wpz49 via

LG Q52 is official with a Helio P35 chipset and $290 price tag

LG Q52 leaked last week in multiple hands-on photos and today its official debut comes. It is a midranger with a Helio P35 chipset for the Korean market that has four cameras and two LED flashes on the back and a basic LCD panel with HD+ resolution on the front. The LG Q52 is better known outside South Korea as LG K52 - they are effectively the same phone with the same specs sheet from top to bottom. The company coupled the Mediatek chip with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, and there is a microSD slot for more internal memory, if needed. The camera setup on the back has 48MP main and ... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2HrMxB3 via

Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Wraps Production

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings has finished filming. Over the weekend, star Simu Liu and director Destin Daniel Cretton revealed on their respective social media accounts that production has wrapped on the first Marvel Cinematic Universe chapter with an Asian origin superhero in the lead. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3juElwz via

Huawei nova 8 SE specs leak, reveal 66W fast charging

Huawei’s latest nova series phone was the nova 7 SE 5G Youth (yes, that’s the real full name) with a Mediatek chipset and now the company is preparing a successor. Logically called Huawei nova 8 SE, it will come in two variants and will have slight improvements with the battery technology and the screen. Huawei nova 7 SE 5G Youth is already getting a successor A well-trusted Chinese leakster revealed the nova 8 SE will have a 6.53” OLED screen with Full HD+ resolution. It will support 66W fast charging that was introduced earlier this month with the Huawei Mate 40 Pro... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/35O2j1h via

Google Removes Three Popular Apps for Children Over Privacy Violations

Google has removed three children’s apps from the Play Store after International Digital Accountability Council (IDAC) pointed out data collection violations. The three apps that were axed are – Princess Salon, Number Coloring, and Cats & Cosplay. Together, these apps saw more than 20 million downloads. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3kpzI8p via

Pakistani PM asks Facebook CEO to ban Islamophobic content

Pakistan's prime minister has appealed to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to ban Islamophobic content on the site, warning of an increase in radicalisation amongst Muslims, the government said. In a letter, which the Pakistani government posted on Twitter, Khan said that "growing Islamophobia" was encouraging extremism. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/37Im2Sq

Amazfit Neo Review

Huami launched many smartwatches this year under its Amazfit brand, but the Amazfit Neo stands out from the rest because of its design. The wearable comes with retro looks, but has a few features up its sleeve which make it quite modern. It's also the cheapest smartwatch the company has launched this year, but is it a worthy addition to your wrist or has Huami cut one too many corners? Read on to find out. Amazfit Neo specifications Display: 1.2", STN monochrome screen, Always-On Display Straps: Polyurethane (PUR) straps, 20mm width Features: Real-time heart rate monitor,... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/37FzKFC via

Google Pixel 5 review

This year, Google has taken a drastically different approach with the Pixel lineup. Rather than pack a new Pixel phone with a high-end chipset and QHD screen, Google has instead gone the route of focusing on the overall experience. The Google Pixel 5 is this year’s Pixel flagship and there are some major changes for 2020. from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/35AJYEN via

Flashback: Huawei Mate 9 series upgraded the Leica camera, partnered with Porsche Design

Previously, we’ve explored how Huawei’s relationship with Leica began with the P9 and P9 Plus. This week’s introduction of the new Mate 40 series had us thinking of Huawei again, so it’s time to cover the company’s other 2016 flagships – the Mate 9 trio. Huawei Mate 9 Pro (left) and Huawei Mate 9 (right) This was the generation that drafted the blueprint for Huawei’s current releases: one vanilla phone, one Pro and one “out there” Porsche Design model. This game plan was only changed earlier this year when the company added another tier, the Pro+. The Huawei Mate 9 Pro had a... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/37IaL4u via

Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Kun-hee Dies at 78

Samsung Electronics chairman Lee Kun-hee, who transformed the South Korean firm into a global tech titan, died at the age of 78 on Sunday, the company said. Under Lee's leadership, Samsung rose to become the world's largest producer of smartphones and memory chips, and the firm's overall turnover today is equivalent to a fifth of South Korea's GDP. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2FXu7Hv via

Weekly poll results: iPhone 12 mini wins big, followed by Pro Max, 12 Pro at the bottom

There are two reasons why Apple released the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro first. One, they share most of their components, simplifying the build process. Two, Cupertino must have thought they are the two most interesting models out of the four. And analysts think the same – Ming-Chi Kuo estimates 7-9 million units were ordered on day 1 and predicts that the mini and Pro Max will not be as popular. Last week’s poll shows the opposite, however, as the two models scheduled for a November launch can’t come soon enough. As usual, there’s a large contingent of people not interested in buying an... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3dSSYc3 via

What you will pay for iPhone 12, 12 Pro in these countries

The iPhone 12 Pro range, at least in India, starts at Rs 1.19 lakh whereas the iPhone 12 (not the mini) is close to Rs 80,000. Apple has to pay customs and taxes in India which does make the iPhone expensive than most other countries. Buying an iPhone from other countries — if possible — has always been a cheaper option. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/2TnatYv

Amazfit Bip S Lite Review

Huami launched the original Amazfit Bip a couple of years ago and it immediately got a somewhat large and loyal following with its spectacular battery life. It's no surprise then that the company followed it up with the Bip S this year that we already reviewed and now yet another version. A toned-down model of the Bip S, dubbed Amazfit Bip S Lite is with us today and while it misses out on some features of the Bip S it manages to bring down the cost too, so does it offer more bang for your buck? Let's try to answer that with this review. Amazfit Bip S Lite specifications ... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2IVuT8S via

Samsung Galaxy S20 with Android 11 gets Wi-Fi certified, stable build might roll out soon

Samsung has released the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 beta for the Galaxy S20 in some countries, and it seems the company might soon release the stable build of its custom Android skin for the vanilla S20 as the smartphone with Android 11 has been certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi Alliance has certified the 4G and 5G variants of the Galaxy S20, and the certificates in its database also include models for the US and international markets. Galaxy S20 with Android 11 gets certified by Wi-Fi Alliance The S20+ and S20 Ultra have also received the One UI 3.0 beta update,... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/34qUkYi via

OnePlus 7 Series, OnePlus 7T Receiving Second Update in October With September's Security Patch

OnePlus 7 series and OnePlus 7T are getting another update that majorly fixes some bugs and keeps the same September security patch. The OnePlus 7 series includes the OnePlus 7 and the OnePlus 7 Pro while the OnePlus 7T series includes, you guessed it, the OnePlus 7T and the OnePlus 7T Pro. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3mhtQ1t via

OnePlus 8T goes on sale in the US

The OnePlus 8T announced last week is now available for purchase in the US through OnePlus' online store with two color options - Lunar Silver and Aquamarine Green. It's priced at $749 and comes with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. There's also an 8T+ 5G for T-Mobile priced the same, which comes with an IP68 rating while sharing the rest of the specs with the regular 8T. The OnePlus 8T is built around a 6.55" FullHD+ 120Hz Always-on AMOLED display that has a fingerprint reader underneath for biometric authentication. It's powered by the Snapdragon 865 SoC and runs Android 11-based OxygenOS 11... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2TlhF7l via

Flipkart Big Diwali Sale Starts October 29, Brings Discounts on Smartphones, TVs, and More

Flipkart Big Diwali Sale is starting from October 29 and will last till November 4. The ecommerce platform recently ended its Big Billion Days sale that lasted from October 17 to October 21. And, the Flipkart Dussehra Specials sale is currently underway, will October 28. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/34pB5yr via

Walmart sues US in pre-emptive strike in opioid abuse battle

Walmart is suing the U.S. government in a pre-emptive strike in the battle over its responsibility in the opioid abuse crisis. The government is expected to take civil action against the world's largest retailer, seeking big financial penalties, for the role its pharmacies may have played in the crisis by filling opioid prescriptions. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/31BGNeJ

Deal: Sony Xperia 1 drops to $549 unlocked

If you're after a high-end Sony smartphone but don't want to splurge for this year's flagship, the Xperia 1 II, perhaps you'd be better served by its predecessor, the Xperia 1 from 2019. It's still a very capable handset, and now you can grab one for the lowest price ever - but you need to act fast. Until October 25 at 11:59 PM EDT, B&H will sell you a brand new, unlocked Xperia 1 for just $549. That's $400 less than its introductory price, and around $150 less than it was going for before this deal went live. This is also the cheapest that the Xperia 1 has ever been. The version... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3jq4zQX via

Samsung Galaxy F12 (or F12s) is on the way to India, new leak shows

Earlier this month, Samsung made the Galaxy F41 official for the Indian market. This is the first smartphone in the F series, and weirdly enough it's just a rebranded Galaxy M31. So much for Samsung's strive to simplify its midrange offering stables, then. We have Galaxy A, M, and now F, and we're wondering why J had to die way back when. Anyway, the F line is only getting started, and a new phone is soon going to join the F41 in India. This will have the model number SM-F127G, and based on Samsung's naming conventions this means it will launch as either the Galaxy F12 or F12s. Also... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3mnEOml via

Xiaomi Leads Smartphones Sales in India, Apple Hits Double Digit Growth in Strong Q3 Recovery: Report

Xiaomi has retained the top spot in the Indian smartphone market, according to a report by market researchers Canalys. Samsung also showed strong gains, which was likely helped by a strong roster of budget-premium handsets. In its report, the analysts said that the Indian smartphone market seems to be on its way to a swift recovery. Production disruptions and import d... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3dQRYoF via

Huawei FreeBuds Studio With Active Noise Cancellation and Up to 24 Hours Battery Launched

Huawei FreeBuds Studio headphones with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and an omnidirectional 8-microphone system have been launched. The over-ear wireless headphones have up to 24 hours of battery life, a 40mm dynamic driver, and are offered in black and gold colour variants. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/37tgsmS via

Xiaomi to launch Redmi K30S on October 27

The Xiaomi Redmi K30S appeared several times, revealing itself as a rebranded Mi 10T. We still don’t have any official confirmation when the device is launched, but according to several leaks, a date has already been set - October 27. The phone will bring all the neat specs like 5,000 mAh battery life, a 64 MP main camera, with the main difference from the non-Pro Mi 10T likely to be the branding on the back. Leaked Xiaomi Redmi K30S promo images If Redmi doesn’t pull a rabbit out of a hat, we’re likely to see the very same specs as the Xiaomi Mi 10T, including a Snapdragon 865... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/34kM7on via

Tesla’s 'Full Self-Driving' Software Doesn’t Make Cars Drive Themselves, Disclaimer Says

Earlier this week, Tesla sent out its “full self-driving” software to a small group of owners who will test it on public roads. But buried on its website is a disclaimer that the $8,000 (roughly Rs. 5.9 lakhs) system doesn't make the vehicles autonomous and drivers still have to supervise it. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/37zGBjU via

LG Wing India Launch Set for October 28: Expected Price, Specifications

LG Wing, one of the most uniquely designed smartphones of 2020, is set to launch in India on October 28, the South Korean company revealed through a media invite. The new smartphone is the first under the company’s Explorer Project that aims to bring new usability concepts to the market. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/34kEfTW via

Huawei Mate 40 Pro tops DxOMark charts for both front and rear cameras

Huawei unveiled the Mate 40, Mate 40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro+, and Porsche Design Mate 40 RS today, but it seems like every media outlet was only sent the Mate 40 Pro, just like what initially happened with the P40 family. So we have our Mate 40 Pro review out already, but so does DxOMark, and the new device has entered its charts at No.1 both for its rear camera system as well as its selfie prowess. For the rear cams, the Mate 40 Pro takes the crown from the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra, while for selfies it's a family affair, with the previous record holder being the Huawei P40 Pro. If you're... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3offJvs via

Huawei Mate 30E Pro makes quiet debut with Kirin 990E chipset

Huawei had a big day today, announcing the Mate 40, Mate 40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro+, and Porsche Design Mate 40 RS. As it turns out, however, those four just weren't enough, and so the company quietly unveiled a fifth phone in its home market, China. This is the Huawei Mate 30E Pro, which is now up for reservation in the country. It's basically identical to the Mate 30 Pro from last year, save for one difference: the new model is powered by a new chipset, the Kirin 990E. This is itself an improved version of the Kirin 990 that made its debut in the Mate 30 Pro. The Kirin 990E in the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3oj50QI via

Google Workspace is Introducing Add-ons for Google Docs, Sheets, Slides

Google Workplace add-ons will be rolling out for Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. These add-ons will let users make use of third-party applications within Google Workspace itself, without having to switch from one app to another. Add-ons are customised applications that integrate with Google Workspace productivity apps. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3jjm996 via

Redmi K30S May Have Been Teased by the Company, Tipped to Be Cheaper Than Redmi K30 Ultra

Redmi K30S seems to have been teased by the Xiaomi sub-brand through a post on Chinese micro-blogging website Weibo. While the post itself does not reveal the name of the phone, or anything for that matter, a known tipster shared on Twitter that the Redmi K30S will be cheaper than the Redmi K30 Ultra and will sport a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2HqjzkA via

Huawei Mate 40 Pro Price, Specifications Briefly Surface on Amazon; Release Apparently Set for November 9

Huawei Mate 40 Pro briefly surfaced on Amazon with price and release date just hours ahead of its official debut. The new revelation comes from the Amazon Germany site. Apart from revealing its pricing and availability details, the listing, which has now been pulled, provided some specifications of the new Huawei phone. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/35sSiGC via

iPhone 12 teardown reveals Qualcomm X55 5G modem and 2,815 mAh battery

The iPhone 12 and 12 Pro are both officially going on sale starting this Friday. Thanks to a teardown video posted by Century Weifeng Technology, we are getting a close look inside the 6.1-inch iPhone 12 model. The teardown video compares the iPhone 12 to the iPhone 11 and although there are some similarities in the overall layout of the phone’s build, there are some key differences in the updated design. The logic board is larger than the 11’s, mostly due to the added 5G capabilities that require an extra chip. This 5G modem has been identified as the Qualcomm X55. We’d heard rumors... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3dMXvfQ via

Google responds to recent anti-competitive lawsuit

Last night, a lawsuit was filed that was drafted by several US State Attorneys General calling out Google for its anti-competitive conduct and dominance in the search service industry. Google replied in a blog post, responding to some of the claims that the lawsuit set forth. Today’s lawsuit by the Department of Justice is deeply flawed. People use Google because they choose to, not because they’re forced to, or because they can’t find alternatives. The lawsuit would do nothing to help consumers. To the contrary, it would artificially prop up lower-quality search alternatives, raise... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3oe3cIx via

Netflix will give users in India free access for a weekend

Netflix's user growth has been slowing down recently, and the company is now looking for ways to make more people interested in subscribing. As part of a test, it is said to be offering free access to users in India for a weekend. This should somehow help expand its reach in the country, according to a top company executive. Netflix recently stopped offering a free one month trial to those interested in subscribing to its online streaming service, so this free weekend in India test would at least in part aim to make up for that. Greg Peters, COO and Chief Product Officer at... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2Hm8kKe via

Asus ZenFone 7, ZenFone 7 Pro Receiving Crucial Updates to Retain Camera Functionality

Asus ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro have started receiving updates, some of which sound crucial. It includes hotfix for camera license expiration at the end of October 2020. Asus will be pushing out the update according to serial numbers, so it may take a few days for your device to get the update. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/34dR3LP via

iOS 14.1, iPadOS 14.1 Released With 10-Bit HDR Video Playback, Edit Support for Earlier Models

Apple has released iOS 14.1 and iPadOS 14.1 as the latest improvement-focussed updates for compatible iPhone and iPad models. The new updates come less than a month after the company rolled out iOS 14.0.1 and iPadOS 14.0.1 as the early bug fix releases post the debut of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2TdLbMw via

Galaxy Buds Live get Mystic Blue variant in Europe during Samsung Week kicking off on October 26

The Galaxy Buds Live TWS earphones are currently available in three colors in Europe - Mystic Bronze, Mystic Black, and Mystic White. These will be joined by a Mystic Blue variant next week as Samsung will bring the blue-colored variant to the Old Continent as a part of the Europe-wide Samsung Week promotions, which kick off on October 26 and end on November 1. The Mystic Blue Galaxy Buds Live will be available through Samsung.com and Samsung's Experience stores across 14 markets in Europe, with prices starting at €189/£179/RON899/ POL849. Galaxy Buds Live in Mystic Blue... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/37sh782 via

US Justice Antitrust Department sues Google over monopolizing search services

Google is in a legal bind with the Unites Stated Antitrust Department for allegedly denying other search service companies a chance to compete with the search engine giant. The lawsuit, published on Tuesday, outlines all the tactics that Google uses to deny other search engines a chance to compete fairly in search. The lawsuit was brought forth by Republican Attorneys General of Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, South Carolina, and Texas to stop Google’s anticompetitive conduct and restore competition. Google Search is... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3mblc4J via

US Justice Department files landmark case against Google, but why it may not hurt the company

The U.S. Department of Justice and 11 states filed their long-awaited competition lawsuit against Google - the most momentous antitrust showdown since Washington took on Microsoft Corp more than two decades ago - but experts warn that anyone expecting a major shake-up of the tech industry is likely to be disappointed. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/3kg0YWY

iOS 14.1 and iPadOS 14.1 now rolling out with bug fixes aplenty

This Friday Apple's newly unveiled iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro are officially becoming available, and ahead of that the company is pushing out a software update to all of its supported phones and tablets. iOS 14.1 and iPadOS 14.1 are now rolling out, and both of these are, as the minor version number incrementation shows, small updates, focused on fixing bugs. And there are a lot of such fixes included, for sure. Here's the full changelog courtesy of Apple itself: - Adds support for 10-bit HDR video playback and edit in ‌Photos‌ for ‌iPhone‌ 8 and later - Addresses an issue... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/31nFWxV via

Oppo Smart TV S1 With Up to 120Hz Refresh Rate Launched, Oppo Smart TV R1 in 55, 65-Inch Sizes Debuts as Well

Oppo Smart TV S1 and Smart TV R1 have been unveiled as Oppo’s first smart TV models. While the Oppo Smart TV S1 is designed as a premium model with features including up to 120Hz display and floating design, the Oppo Smart TV R1 comes as a new option for the regular smart TV consumers and offers 55- as well as 65-inch screen sizes. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/35dcVGx via

vivo V20 goes on sale in India

The vivo V20 debuted in India last week and is now available for purchase in the country through vivo's online store, Flipkart, and select retail outlets. The V20 comes in Midnight Jazz, Moonlight Sonata and Sunset Melody colors and has two memory options - 8GB/128GB priced at INR24,990 ($340/€290) and 8GB/256GB priced at INR27,990 ($380/€325). The vivo V20 is built around a 6.44" FullHD+ Super AMOLED display, runs Android 11 out of the box, and has a Snapdragon 720G SoC at the helm. vivo V20 in Midnight Jazz, Moonlight Sonata, and Sunset Melody colors The smartphone... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3oaI8CL via

IBM posts double-digit cloud revenue growth; says customers deferring some projects

International Business Machines Corp edged past Wall Street estimates for quarterly revenue, bolstered by higher demand for its cloud services, a business it is staking its future on as it prepares to spin off one of its legacy units. IBM shares, however, fell 3% after the company stayed away from issuing a forecast for the current quarter. from Gadgets Now https://ift.tt/35hBBgT

Samsung Galaxy M02 visits Geekbench

A Samsung device sporting model designation SM-M025F - and believed to be the Galaxy M02 - has appeared on Geekbench with Android 10, 3GB RAM, and a Qualcomm chipset. Last week, SM-M025F and SM-A025F - which is said to be the Galaxy A02 - were spotted on Bluetooth SIG's website. Both phones were listed in the same document, suggesting they could well be the same phone launching under different names in different markets. The SM-A025F also visited Geekbench last month with Android 10, 2GB RAM, and a Qualcomm chipset, which is rumored to be the Snapdragon 450 SoC. The rest of the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3kfYfN0 via

Some Google Pixel 5 owners report gap between the screen and frame

As first reported by Android Police, the Google Pixel 5 seems to be faced with an issue as the first wave of shipments arrive to customers. In some number of units, users have noticed a gap between the display and the frame. This raises concern for the product’s IP68 water resistance rating. The issue seems to be affecting a small number of devices, though the number of reports appear to be steadily increasing over the last couple of days from both the Google Pixel forums as well as forums at XDA-Developers, as per the report. The gap has been spotted at various locations around the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2FJiZOl via

A small number of Apple Watch SE owners in Korea have had them overheat

According to a Reddit thread, six South Korea-based owners of the recently released Apple Watch SE have reported overheating issues with their new Apple wearables. As reported by Apple Insider, the overheating issues stemmed from the same area: above the display connector, between the Taptic Engine and Digital Crown. This deduction was reached by analyzing teardowns of older Apple Watch models. Apparently, a sign of the impending incident is a yellow spot on the screen that affected users have spotted. Luckily for some, the watch overheated while on the charger, while... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3o67ZvG via

Hot Take: iPhone 12 lineup

Seven years since the launch of the iPhone 4s, Apple didn't launch its new iPhones in September. Instead, we got them last week, a whole month later than usual. But this year has been anything but usual, so why should we expect that from the iPhone launch? Regardless, even if it wasn't as scheduled, Apple came out swinging with the new iPhones. We got four new iPhone 12 models this year, including two new Pro models, an update to the standard iPhone, and an honest to goodness small but uncompromised iPhone in the form of the iPhone 12 mini. The new iPhones come with features like... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/3kb64DV via

Samsung Regains Top Spot in Global Smartphone Market in August, Huawei Falls to 16 Percent: Counterpoint

Huawei has reportedly slipped into second position in August with 16 percent market share, a significant decline from April when it enjoyed a market share of 21 percent. Xiaomi is seeing a steady increase and it has 11 percent of the global smartphone market share as of August 2020. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/31lwOdl via

Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Ultra Renders Allegedly Leaked; Show Off Design, Camera Setup

Samsung Galaxy S21 (not the official name) series has been in the news for some time now and it looks like renders of the Galaxy S21 and the Galaxy S21 Ultra have been leaked. While Samsung has not confirmed the names for its upcoming flagship line-up, it is believed that there will be a vanilla Galaxy S21, a ‘Plus’ model, and an ‘Ultra’ model. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/31k92OG via

Alibaba Acquires Majority Stake in Chinese Supermarket Chain Sun Art

The Alibaba Group said it will invest $3.6 billion to boost its stake in hypermarket operator Sun Art Retail Group, gaining further ground in China's retail market. Alibaba, which already owned 21 percent of Sun Art through a unit, will raise its stake to around 72 percent through the acquisition of a similar stake in A-RT Retail Holdings, who owns 51 percent of Sun A... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2Iz0nl1 via