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Xiaomi MIUI 12.5 closed beta is slated to hit 28 Mi and Redmi devices. (Image Source: Gadgets 360)

Xiaomi enlists 27 Mi and Redmi devices eligible for MIUI 12.5 closed beta, Redmi Note 7 included but Redmi Note 8 Pro, Note 8T, and Note 9S fail to make the cut

Xiaomi has taken to its official Weibo account to enlist about 27 devices that are eligible to receive a closed beta rollout of the MIUI 12.5 update. The list of devices includes the upcoming Mi 11 flagship and goes as far back as...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, Mon, 18 Jan 2021 09:16:00 +0100
Is this the Huawei P50? (Source: LetsGoDigital)

The Huawei P50's rear panel allegedly surfaces in a new leak

Huawei is slated to launch its flagship P50 smartphone series in early 2021. According to a new leak, its vanilla model will have 5 rather different rear cameras, arranged in a new slim housing. It has been worked up into high-end...
Deirdre O'Donnell, Mon, 18 Jan 2021 00:42:00 +0100
The Galaxy Watch Active 2's new SKU. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung updates the Galaxy Watch Active 2 with SmartThings Find and Group Walking challenge support

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 has a new firmware update that brings part of the OEM's virtual group-workout initative to the wearable. It also now supports SmartThings Find, which might help an owner recover a missing unit, as...
Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 23:56:00 +0100
Xiaomi Poco M3 Smartphone Review: The 150-Euro smartphone
Xiaomi Poco M3 Smartphone Review: The 150-Euro smartphone
Cubot King Kong CS
Cubot King Kong CS smartphone Review - waterproof phone for under 100 euros
GPD Win 3 Review: The Unofficial Microsoft Switch
GPD Win 3 Review: The Unofficial Microsoft Switch
Gigaset GS4 Review - No great cinema, but a good everyday smartphone
Gigaset GS4 Review - No great cinema, but a good everyday smartphone
A shot from an alleged hands-on Honor V40 leak. (Source: Weibo)

Honor announces the postponement of the V40 launch, again

Honor had set the date of its event to unveil its upcoming flagship phones, the V40 series, on January 18, 2021. However, this has now been pushed back until January 22. In the meantime, it has released posters confirming the appe...
Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 23:28:00 +0100
Smartwatch health-sensors are getting more powerful. (Source: Apple)

Smartwatches may be able to help diagnose Covid-19, research finds

Can smartwatches help to diagnose cases of Covid-19? According to a couple of new studies, they can. The research applies to the Apple Watch and other wearables associated with heart-rate monitoring, as they might record the varia...
Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 22:55:00 +0100
Few retailers have posted price lists for the entire 11th gen Rocket Lake-S lineup. (Image Source: Intel)

Intel Rocket Lake-S price leak indicates Core i9-11900K to be 10% cheaper than Core i9-10900K and close to Ryzen 7 5800X, but lack of MSRP info makes pricing comparisons difficult

Pricing information for Intel's upcoming 11th gen Rocket Lake-S chips has leaked on Belgian retailer 2compuite's site. According to prices listed by 2compute, the Core i9-11900K looks to be about 10% cheaper than the Core i9-10900...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 22:45:00 +0100
The Mate 20 X is no longer an update priority for Huawei. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

Huawei delists the Mate 20 X and Mate 20 Pro from its security update schedule

Embattled smartphone makers Huawei has now removed the Mate 20 series from its security update schedule, in a move that mirrors what happened with the Mate 10 series a year ago. The phones include the Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro, Mate 20...
Ricci Rox, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 20:48:00 +0100
The Sony Xperia 1 (L) and Xperia 5 (R) both feature 21:9 OLED screens. (Image source: Sony - edited)

Xperia 1 and Xperia 5 start receiving Android 11 a month early as Sony sets an example other OEMs should follow

There are reports that Sony Xperia 1 and Xperia 5 smartphones have started receiving an Android 11 update earlier than scheduled. The Android 11 rollout has apparently already begun in Russia and Southeast Asia, even though the Xp...
Daniel R Deakin, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 20:14:00 +0100
Intel Tiger Lake H-35 Core i7-11375H seems to offer much-improved single-core performance. (Image Source: Intel)

Leaked Intel Core i7-11375H single-core figures look promising — 19% higher than Core i7-10750H and nearly 27% faster than AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS

Single-core performance figures of the new Intel Core i7-11375H Special Edition from a purported Asus TUF Dash F15 laptop have leaked. The scores seem to indicate perceivable improvements over the Core i7-10750H and a significant...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 20:13:00 +0100
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Cortex-A76 / A55 (Kryo 495) ARM 8 cores @ 3150 MHz 7nm
Android 11 on Xiaomi Mi A1 via POSP ROM (Source: Own)

Android 11 on the Xiaomi Mi A1 via POSP: Not perfect, but good enough

Although it seems like a long shot, Android 11 works fine on the Xiaomi Mi A1. The POSP ROM might not be perfect but looks very good and seems stable enough for daily use. The version that I installed on my handset comes with the ...
Codrut Nistor, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 17:43:00 +0100
Xiaomi Poco M3 Smartphone Review: The 150-Euro smartphone

78% Xiaomi Poco M3 Smartphone Review: The 150-Euro smartphone

A good deal for a low budget. A smartphone for 150 Euros (~$181), can this work? In the case of the Xiaomi Poco M3, it works quite well. For this amount, you get a 6.53-inch Android 10 smartphone with an IPS display, a triple-camera setup, Snapdragon 662, and stereo sound. As a special bonus, you also get a huge 6000-mAh battery. The purchase price even includes a protective case and screen protector.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 | Qualcomm Adreno 610 | 6.53" | 198 g
Manuel Masiero, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 16:48:00 +0100
Cubot King Kong CS

69% Cubot King Kong CS smartphone Review - waterproof phone for under 100 euros

3G? Oh dear, oh dear! Cubot wants to prove that outdoor smartphones can be even cheaper and launches the King Kong CS, a phone for less than 80 Euros (~$80) that barely has any memory, an outdated SoC without 4G capability, and a weak camera. But it is water- and dust-proof according to IP68...
Mediatek MT6580M | ARM Mali-400 MP | 5.00" | 236.5 g
Florian Schmitt, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 14:39:00 +0100
The Galaxy S21 Ultra uses the same sensor on its two telephoto shooters. (Source: Samsung)

Details of Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra camera hardware revealed

Following the release of the Samsung Galaxy S21 release, information about the phones' hardware has now been revealed, detailing camera models and other important bits, with one notable takeaway being the incremental nature of the...
Ricci Rox, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 11:38:00 +0100
Pre-orders for Asus ROG Strix G17 with GeForce RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7 5800H now live at $1499 USD (Source: ExcaliberPC.com)

Deal | Pre-orders for Asus ROG Strix G17 with GeForce RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7 5800H now live at $1499 USD

Units are expected to ship as early as January 22 while the $1800 GeForce RTX 3070 configuration will come a bit later. Asus is betting big on both AMD and liquid metal to pull itself ahead of the competition this year.
Allen Ngo, Sun, 17 Jan 2021 01:38:00 +0100
AV1 might become much more of a standard in the near future. (Source: AOMedia)

Google is pushing Android TV hardware-makers to adopt the AV1 codec in 2021

AV1 is a video codec rated to enhance file compression compared to its current alternatives. Google has become its a major proponent, to the extent that it is now reportedly insisting that manufacturers need to have it enabled in ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 23:54:00 +0100
HP Sure View in the ZBook Firefly 14 - As you can see, you don't see anything....

HP Sure View in the ZBook Firefly 14 - As you can see, you don't see anything...

HP offers a privacy filter for its ultra-thin workstation that is supposed to protect the screen content from curious eyes. However, the HP Sure View technology is more of a curse than a blessing.
Christian Hintze, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 23:23:00 +0100
The NVIDIA GeForce GT 1010 is official but not yet available. (Image: GT 1030)

NVIDIA quietly introduces the GeForce GT 1010 — A Pascal GP108 GPU with 256 CUDA cores, 2 GB GDDR5 VRAM, and 55 W TDP

NVIDIA appears to have silently announced a GeForce GT 1010 GPU earlier this week. The GT 1010 is a Pascal card featuring the 14 nm GP108 GPU similar to the GT 1030. The GT 1010 has only 256 CUDA cores enabled, supports 2 GB GDDR5...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 22:07:00 +0100
WhatsApp has been losing users to Signal and Telegram because of privacy concerns. (Image source: CatalystIndependent/Stick - edited)

WhatsApp scrambles to stem the flow of users moving to rivals Signal and Telegram as millions protest against controversial privacy policy

WhatsApp has taken to social media channels to try to allay deep concerns that users have been voicing about data sharing and privacy. The company has decided to extend the deadline for its terms update acceptance from February 8 ...
Daniel R Deakin, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 20:32:00 +0100
A Realme Buds Wireless 2 Neo schematic. (Source: FCC)

Realme gets a start on debuting its 2021 budget phones and accessories

Realme is a brand that has built its appeal on affordable mobile and personal audio devices. Initial leaks suggest it is going to keep this going in 2021 with the launch of the C21 smartphone and the Buds Wireless 2 Neo. They are ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 20:30:00 +0100
The leak that led to the "Galaxy Tab M62" rumor. (Source: 91Mobiles)

Samsung Galaxy M62: not a new tablet after all, according to the FCC

A recent leak may have generated confusion, if also some potential enthusiasm, at the prospect of the first in a new line of Samsung Galaxy M-series tablets. However, the device in question has now undergone testing at the Federal...
Deirdre O'Donnell, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 19:33:00 +0100
Glare is the biggest enemy of the Asus ScreenPad at the moment

Asus' unique ZenBook Duo ScreenPad is getting better, but it's not quite there just yet

The ZenBook Duo series is aching for a panel provider who can mass produce OLED displays in the form factor that Asus needs. The IPS ScreenPad for the UX482 wor...
Intel Core i7-1165G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 14.00" | 1.6 kg
Allen Ngo, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 19:00:00 +0100
GPD Win 3 Review: The Unofficial Microsoft Switch

GPD Win 3 Review: The Unofficial Microsoft Switch

Tiger Lake impresses in portable mode. 1080p gaming with integrated Intel Iris Xe is a hard sell to most gamers. On a portable 5.5-inch 720p screen, however, it becomes a whole different story.
Intel Core i5-1135G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 5.50" | 553 g
Allen Ngo, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 18:40:00 +0100
OPPO launches the A93 5G. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO hints at a March 2021 launch for the Find X3 flagship series; intros Snapdragon 480-based A93 5G

OPPO may have set a rough date for the launch of its 2021 premium smartphone series, likely to be called the Find X3 and X3 Pro. At the opposite end of its mobile-device spectrum, the A93 5G has debuted with Qualcomm's latest 5G-f...
Deirdre O'Donnell, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 18:35:00 +0100
AMD Radeon RX 6600M GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

AMD Radeon RX 6600M GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

1792 Navi / RDNA cores
Strong software releases have helped push hardware sales for the Nintendo Switch devices. (Image source: Nintendo - edited)

Nintendo Switch reigns supreme in overall console sales for 2020 in the USA, Japan, UK, and Australia

The Nintendo Switch was the best-selling game console in the USA, Japan, UK, and Australia in 2020. With the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only arriving at the end of the year and then suffering from severe supply issues, sales of the N...
Daniel R Deakin, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 16:36:00 +0100
AMD Radeon RX 6700M GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

AMD Radeon RX 6700M GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

2304 Navi / RDNA cores
Comparison of Laptop Graphics Cards

Comparison of Laptop Graphics Cards

Inclusive list of all graphics cards currently available for notebooks. Approximate 3DMark benchmarks results are provided in italic.
Notebookcheck, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 11:13:41 +0100
Mobile Graphics Cards - Benchmark List

Mobile Graphics Cards - Benchmark List

Sort and filter through all currently available mobile graphics cards by performance or specification.
Klaus Hinum, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 11:13:41 +0100
Computer Games on Laptop Graphics Cards

Computer Games on Laptop Graphics Cards

Benchmark list of all laptop graphics cards and their performance in real games. The list is divided in different settings and can be searched and restricted.
Klaus Hinum, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 11:13:41 +0100
Gigaset GS4 Review - No great cinema, but a good everyday smartphone

79% Gigaset GS4 Review - No great cinema, but a good everyday smartphone

Modern retro. Gigaset's GS4 is another smartphone manufactured in Germany that is positioned in the mid-range but still features wireless charging. The strong battery should enable long runtimes and a triple camera is also offered. The GS4 does many things right, but it also reveals shortcomings in the test.
Mediatek Helio P70 | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 | 6.30" | 206 g
Daniel Schmidt, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 03:52:00 +0100
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 9i Core i7-1165G7 has slower CPU performance than the Yoga 9i Core i5-1135G7

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 9i Core i7-1165G7 has slower CPU performance than the Yoga 9i Core i5-1135G7

The IdeaPad series is marketed as a mid-range offering to contrast to high-end Yoga series. Apparently, this also means that certain Yoga laptops with lesser Co...
Intel Core i7-1165G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 14.00" | 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 03:43:00 +0100
More Ti-branded cards remain in the works, according to a new EEC listing. (Image source: NVIDIA)

Palit registers NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and RTX 3050 Ti SKUs with the EEC

NVIDIA has just unveiled a 12 GB version of the GeForce RTX 3060, which will be available sometime in February. However, a new EEC registration by Palit suggests that even more Ampere cards are on the way. Specifically, the board ...
Alex Alderson, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 01:43:00 +0100
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The current HP Omen 15. (Source: HP)

A Best Buy leak may reveal US pricing for the RTX 3070-powered HP Omen 15

NVIDIA has all but confirmed that the 2021 HP Omen 15 gaming laptop will be powered by RTX 3000-series graphics. According to a clearly premature sales listing on bestbuy.com, they will comprise the RTX 3070 Max-Q hinted at in pre...
Deirdre O'Donnell, Sat, 16 Jan 2021 00:27:00 +0100
The Galaxy S21 Ultra has a new top-end image sensor. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung provides a deep dive for the Galaxy S21 Ultra's new 108MP camera sensor

The Galaxy S21 Ultra launched with a new 108MP main shooter, even though the OEM did not introduce it by name exactly during the show. However, it is apparent that it is called the ISOCELL HM3, the first of its kind to debut with ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 23:38:00 +0100
The Best Notebooks for School-Aged Kids and College Students

The Best Notebooks for School-Aged Kids and College Students

January 2021 Update. When looking for a laptop for school the requirements can be numerous. The following list contains our Notebookcheck laptop recommendations for K12 and college students, whether you’re looking for a laptop that won’t break the bank, a high-performance all-rounder, or a high-end premium luxury device.
Florian Schmitt, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 22:57:00 +0100
best chromebooks

The Best Chromebooks

Q1/2021 update. When it comes to inexpensive notebooks, devices with Google's Chrome OS have carved out a niche in the market. Chromebooks are usually a good choice for people who do not want to spend a lot of money, although they do require a permanent connection to the Internet to get the most out of them. In this article we will introduce the best models.
Florian Wimmer, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 22:51:00 +0100
The Best Notebooks for Photo and Video Editing

The Best Notebooks for Photo and Video Editing

January 2021 Update. The requirements for a laptop that is going to be used primarily for video and photo editing are rather unique. For example, a top-notch display paired with excellent application performance are two absolute must-haves. The following table contains an overview over the best laptops that meet the basic requirements for a portable workstation with a focus on video and photo editing.
Florian Schmitt, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 22:42:00 +0100
The Best Stylus Convertibles

The Best Stylus Convertibles

Q1/2020 update. Here you will find the best convertibles for pen/stylus inputs reviewed by Notebookcheck in the last few months. Our list of top models is regularly updated, maintained and commented on and should assist in purchasing decisions.
Florian Schmitt, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 22:31:00 +0100
Best Outdoor/Rugged Smartphones

Best Outdoor/Rugged Smartphones

Q1/2021 update. Current smartphones are not just getting bigger and faster, they are also getting more and more fragile with each generation. Besides the display, the case is often made of glass as well and therefore subject to shattering when dropped. However, special-made and certified rugged smartphones are made to withstand massive abuse even without any protective shells. Here are the best outdoor smartphones reviewed by us.
Florian Schmitt, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 22:17:00 +0100
Die besten Smartphones mit 3,5mm-Klinkenanschluss

The Best Smartphones with 3.5-mm Headphone Jack

Q1/2021 update. Most OEMs claim that more and more people are switching to Bluetooth headsets, and that the analog headphone jack is no longer a necessity for many users. Nevertheless, some OEMs are clinging to their beloved headphone jack. Find the best smartphones with 3.5-mm headphone jack in our top 10 list.
Florian Schmitt, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 22:12:00 +0100
The best notebooks for less than 1,000 Euros

The Best Notebooks For Less Than 1,000 Euros

January 2021 update. You can still find great laptops even if on a tight budget. The price range of less than 1,000 Euros is filled with multimedia all-rounders, ultra-portable notebooks, and convertibles. The following table contains an overview over the best notebooks reviewed by us, regardless of manufacturer.
Florian Schmitt, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 22:06:00 +0100
The best notebooks for less than 500 Euros

The Best Notebooks For Less Than 500 Euros

Q1/2021 update. If price is the most important criteria for you when purchasing a new laptop then maybe this list will help you narrow your choices down. The following table contains an overview over the best laptops for less than 500 Euros reviewed by us.
Florian Schmitt, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 20:49:00 +0100
The best notebooks for less than 300 Euros

The Best Notebooks For Less Than 300 Euros

Q1/2021 update. The price bracket of less than 300 Euros is sparsely populated as most devices fail to stay under this threshold. Devices that do make it tend to be limited to the bare essentials requiring a long list of sometimes massive compromises. The following table contains an overview over all devices in this incredibly low price range.
Florian Schmitt, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 20:48:00 +0100
The best notebook displays in review

The Best Notebooks with the Best Displays

January 2021 Update. Is the display the most important part of a notebook, tablet, or convertible for you and does it play a leading role in your purchasing decision? Our overview of the best displays in current notebooks as reviewed by Notebookcheck might be helpful for you.
Staff, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 20:46:00 +0100
The LG UltraWide 40WP95C operates natively at 5,120 x 2,160 pixels. (Image source: LG)

LG presents a 40-inch ultra-wide curved monitor with a 5K resolution and Thunderbolt 4 support

The new LG UltraWide 40WP95C is a monster of a monitor, with a 40-inch curved screen that operates natively at 5K. The nano IPS panel has a 21:9 aspect ratio, covers 98% of the DCI-P3 colour space and offers a peak refresh rate of...
Alex Alderson, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 20:14:00 +0100
The ESCOBAR GOLD 11 PRO was the last smartphone that Escobar Inc sold. (Image source: Escobar Inc)

Escobar Inc goes dark after its flurry of smartphone scams

Escobar Inc has gone dark, just two months after it claimed to be suing Klarna for withholding funds from its smartphone sales. The company may be planning to release another device, but it has removed practically all evidence tha...
Alex Alderson, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 20:10:00 +0100
The AYA NEO will soon be available to order on Indiegogo. (Image source: AYA)

The AYA NEO will be available globally for as little as US$699 from February

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500U-powered AYA NEO is coming to global audiences, and for as little as US$699. The Indiegogo campaign for the handheld console will begin as early as February, with device estimated to start shipping in April. O...
Alex Alderson, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 20:01:00 +0100
Intel is not doing enough to compete against its rivals, according to new CEO Pat Gelsinger. (Image source: Intel)

Intel must deliver better products than 'lifestyle company' Apple can, claims new CEO Pat Gelsinger

With Bob Swan gone, new Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has set out a bold aim for the chipmaker ahead of the beginning of his reign next month. Apparently, he wants Intel to build better chips than the Apple M1, which has impressed with ...
Alex Alderson, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 19:45:00 +0100
Mobile Processors - Benchmark List

Mobile Processors - Benchmark List

This is a benchmark list of mobile processors like Intel Core M, A10, A8, Atom, ... series - sorted by performance.
Redaktion, Fri, 15 Jan 2021 19:27:44 +0100

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