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The MIUI 12.5 rollout begins with the Mi 10 series. (Source: Xiaomi)

Alleged MIUI 12.5 update roadmap revealed as Xiaomi temporarily suspends development for the Mi 10 series

After unveiling MIUI 12.5 yesterday, Xiaomi has now supposedly revealed its plans for sending out the update to its devices. Phones like the Mi 10 lead the line, while devices like the Redmi Note 8 Pro and Redmi Note 9 are expected to get it later alongside Android 11.
Ricci Rox, 29 Dec 2020 20:44
MediaTek Dimensity 800 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

MediaTek Dimensity 800 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Cortex-A76 / A55 ARM 8 cores @ 2000 MHz 7nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the MediaTek Dimensity 800 processor
ARM Mali-G57 MP4 GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

ARM Mali-G57 MP4 GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

4 Bifrost cores
Specifications and benchmarks of the ARM Mali-G57 MP4 graphics card for Smartphones.
The ZenFone 6. (Source: Asus)

Asus upgrades the ZenFone 6 to Android 11

The ZenFone 6 is Asus’ first-gen flip-up camera flagship phone. However, despite this, it is only just receiving the latest stable Android update. This version of ZenUI involves new features and the removal of some bloatware.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Dec 2020 19:44
Older GPU-Z versions have been reporting incorrect Tiger Lake Iris Xe values (Image source: TechPowerUp)

Older GPU-Z versions have been reporting incorrect Tiger Lake Iris Xe values

Version 2.36.0 fixes the issue, but it wasn't released until weeks after we had our hands on the first Tiger Lake retail laptops. Be sure to update to the latest version or else the number of EUs and potentially fillrate speeds may not be reported correctly.
Allen Ngo, 29 Dec 2020 19:24
Motorola's "Capri" may have leaked out again. (Ssurce: TechnikNews)

A new leak points to the Snapdragon 662 SoC for the "Motorola Capri Plus"

Motorola is said to be working on upcoming affordable phones with the code-name Capri. This moniker has just popped up again, on Geekbench this time. It hints that this line's Plus variant will be powered by the Snapdragon 662 processor and 4GB of RAM. However, it may have Android 11 out of the box, at least.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Dec 2020 17:43
The X60 Pro is now official. (Source: Weibo)

Vivo launches the X60 and X60 Pro, the brand's first Exynos- and Zeiss-powered flagship series

Vivo has made the X60 series official. They are the first phones to rock the Exynos 1080 SoC, and also have up to quad rear cameras with Zeiss branding. They start at ~US$536 for an 8GB RAM/128GB internal storage SKU. However, the OEM has also complicated things with the announcement of an additional Pro+ to debut in 2021.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Dec 2020 17:13
Microsoft Surface Go 2 Review: Compact Convertible gets a bigger screen

85% Microsoft Surface Go 2 Review: Compact Convertible gets a bigger screen

More pixels and shorter battery runtime. Microsoft equips its compact convertible with a slightly larger screen and more pixels, but keeps the regular x86 processor compared to the Surface Pro X. But is the Surface Go 2 still competitive, and does the new screen affect the battery runtime?
Intel Core m3-8100Y, UHD Graphics 615, 10.5", 790 g
Andreas Osthoff, 29 Dec 2020 13:01
Asus VivoBook Flip 14 TP470 is among the first Intel Xe Max-powered laptops. (Image Source: Asus)

Intel Iris Xe Max-powered Asus VivoBook Flip 14 TP470 in review: Good gains over Xe Graphics G7 96 EUs, MX350, and GTX 1050 in synthetic GPU tests

We ran several synthetic GPU benchmarks in our Asus VivoBook Flip 14 TP470 review unit and found that Intel's new Xe Max dGPU offers perceivable gains over the similar Xe Graphics G7 with 96 EUs and the GeForce GTX 1050 while being significantly faster than a GeForce MX350. Xe Max also seems to offer large gains compared to the Radeon RX Vega 8 in Renoir APUs. However, Intel looks to be playing catch-up with the pre-sample MX450 numbers in our database.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Dec 2020 12:46
Test Samsung Galaxy M11

74% Samsung Galaxy M11 Review - Very affordable Samsung smartphone with terrible cameras

Mass instead of class? The price of the Galaxy M11 was just 99 Euros (~$122) during the Black Friday week a few weeks ago. However, some compromises have to be made when buying the entry-level phone due to the very low price. You can find out which ones in our review of the Galaxy smartphone.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 450, Adreno 506, 6.4", 197 g
Marcus Herbrich, 29 Dec 2020 12:40
Shooting the moon without artifacts is apparently impossible with the Mi 10T Pro (Source: Own)

Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro camera faces serious problems and looks like a hardware issue

Although in many scenarios the main camera of the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro delivers at least good results, disaster often strikes when facing various light sources such as the sun and the moon, but not limited to them. In these cases, the results include reflections and artifacts that simply ruin the photos or videos.
Codrut Nistor, 29 Dec 2020 11:02
The hypothetical 64-core Apple silicon part would be an order of magnitude faster than the original M1 (Image source: Apple)

Apple tipster hints at 64-core ARM monster chip after the M1

Tipster @LeaksApplePro hinted that Cupertino’s working on a massive 64-core ARM-based chip, possibly for future iterations of the Mac Pro. Details are thin on the ground, but the silicon could pose a threat to both Intel and AMD if it materialises.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 29 Dec 2020 10:25
Several users report failure of the DualSense controller's adaptive trigger mechanism. (Image Source: Sony)

Game-changing PlayStation 5 DualSense controller's adaptive triggers reportedly suffering from malfunctioning springs

Several players have reported on ResetEra and Reddit about faulty adaptive triggers on their PlayStation 5 DualSense controllers. The cause, which is being attributed to a dislodged or broken spring in the mechanism, can be temporarily fixed, but the best resort is to opt for a warranty claim.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Dec 2020 08:55
Lepow 15.6-inch QLED portable monitor down to less than $170 USD for this week only (Source: Lepow)

Deal | Lepow 15.6-inch QLED portable monitor down to less than $170 USD for this week only

Lepow is slashing $25 to $30 off almost all of its portable monitors on Amazon. If you're in the market for a handy secondary monitor, then these might be worth a look.
Allen Ngo, 29 Dec 2020 07:34
Samsung has opened pre-order reservations in the US for its Galaxy S21 line up. (Image: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S21 range goes up for reservations in the US, includes special incentives

Samsung’s Galaxy S21 can now be reserved in the US ahead of its official unveiling. With the words “Get ready to jump to the next Galaxy”, Samsung invites customers to put their name down on the reservation list with some added incentives thrown in to encourage sign ups.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 29 Dec 2020 06:23
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 can be configured with up to 16 GB RAM. (Image source: Microsoft)

Base variant of the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 to come with Intel Core i3 processor and welcome RAM bump

Microsoft could be planning on offering a much-needed minor but vital spec bump with the base variant of the upcoming Surface Pro 8. The entry level device in the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 series comes with i3 processor and 4 GB RAM. However, it’s believed the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 will come with an 8 GB RAM option for the basic model.
Daniel R Deakin, 29 Dec 2020 04:14
The Sony Xperia 1 II smartphone was priced at US$1,199 at launch time. (Image source: Sony/Amazon)

Sony Xperia 1 III alleged specs and price leaked: 5G smartphone with Snapdragon 888 and 6.5-inch 4K OLED for US$1,199

Supposed specifications and the price for the Sony Xperia 1 III have leaked online. Unsurprisingly, a Snapdragon 888 processor is onboard and the 6.5-inch 5G smartphone allegedly boasts a 4K OLED panel and 120 Hz refresh rate. The reported price tag is US$1,199, which is the same as the Sony Xperia 1 II’s launch price.
Daniel R Deakin, 29 Dec 2020 02:28
Intel has struggled to keep up with AMD recently. (Image source: PCGamesN - edited)

Intel Core i7-11700K records blistering single-core performance on Geekbench, 28% over the i9-10900K, but don't toss your AMD Ryzen 9 5950X away just yet

An Intel Core i7-11700K has been blasting its way through Geekbench and recording mighty single-core scores that go beyond the i9-10900K, AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, and even the Ryzen 9 5950X. The 8-core, 16-thread i7-11700K was supported by 32 GB RAM in a Gigabyte Z490 Aorus Master motherboard. Its clock speed reached 5.0 GHz.
Daniel R Deakin, 28 Dec 2020 23:44
NVIDIA Lovelace AD102 GPU will launch before Hopper. (Image Source: NVIDIA)

Rumor | NVIDIA 5 nm Lovelace AD102 (RTX 4080/4090?) specs leak, looks to be a monster GPU with 18,432 CUDA cores and nearly 66 TFLOPs of FP32 performance

Specs of NVIDIA's Ampere successor codenamed Lovelace seem to be already available and all signs point to a monster of a GPU. Going by initial rumors, it seems that the AD102 GPU will have 2x the number of GPCs compared to Turing and a 71% higher CUDA core count compared to Ampere, which seemingly yields nearly 66 TFLOPs of FP32 horsepower.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 28 Dec 2020 20:00
The iQOO 5 series. (Source: iQOO)

A new live-image leak hints at a Snapdragon 888 flagship for iQOO

iQOO is a premium sub-brand of the smartphone OEM Vivo. It launched the Snapdragon 865-powered 5 series in 2020. Now, there is an indication that these devices will get successors called the 7s. They may reprise iQOO's 120 watt (W) FlashCharge technology.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Dec 2020 18:36
DFI GHF51 Single-Board Computer Hands-On

DFI GHF51 Single-Board Computer Hands-On

The DFI GHF51 is a well-built single-board computer for enterprise use that offers a decent amount of features. The cornerstone of the board is the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1000 SoC, a capable little chip that is stable and powerful enough for long-term industrial use. However, some shortcomings should be noted as it may be too limited for some applications.
AMD Ryzen Embedded R1505G, Vega 3, 290 g
Sam Medley, 28 Dec 2020 18:24
The OnePlus flagships will have multiple charging types again. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 9: new OxygenOS leak points to premium charging specs

OnePlus is expected to launch its Snapdragon 888-powered smartphones in March 2021. A new leak indicates that the OEM will bring its 65 watt (W) charging and 30W wireless charging standards from previous flagships back. However, it will also apparently be included in the vanilla 9 this time.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Dec 2020 18:00
TCL is increasingly well-known in the US. (Source: TCL)

TCL faces accusations of spying through its TVs in the US

The display-maker TCL is now the focus of allegations that it has included "backdoor" software in TVs intended for the American market. These suspicions allegedly come from the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Then again, the OEM denies the claims, and that the administration in question has yet to bring these accusations to it directly.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Dec 2020 17:10
The Xiaomi Mi 11. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches the Mi 11 flagship: Snapdragon 888-powered phone with a QHD+ display for just over US$600

The Xiaomi Mi 11 is here, and it comes equipped with Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 888, a QHD+ 120 Hz AMOLED made by Samsung, and all-around impressive hardware. Better still, it's a hell of a bargain at a starting price point of just over US$600.
Ricci Rox, 28 Dec 2020 14:17
The Xiaomi Mi 11 is the first smartphone to be launched with the Snapdragon 888 processor. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Updated | Xiaomi Mi 11 success practically guaranteed after over 226,000 people sign up for preorders

The Xiaomi Mi 11 smartphone hasn’t even been officially launched yet and it already seems like it will be a great sales success for the company. Over 226,000 people have already signed up for Mi 11 preorders via a single platform. There is some speculation that sales for the Xiaomi Mi 11 series will start in China on January 1, 2021.
Update: The bookings figure has now reached over 400,000.

Daniel R Deakin, 28 Dec 2020 10:40
Rocket Lake-S may help regain Intel's lost single-core performance crown. (Image Source: Intel)

Short-lived happiness for Zen 3? Intel Rocket Lake-S Core i9-11900 QS: up to 7% lead over the Ryzen 7 5800X and up to 33% over the Core i9-10900K; Core i9-11900 ES2 similar to 9900K/10700K

Initial single-core performance numbers from an Intel Rocket Lake-S Core i9-11900K QS indicate up to 33% higher scores than a Core i9-10900K and up to 7% more performance than an AMD Ryzen 7 5800X despite sub-optimal cooling. Also being leaked are clocks and power info of several ES variants including the Core i7-11700 ES1, Core i7-11700K ES2, and the Core i9-11900 ES2.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 28 Dec 2020 08:32
MIUI 12.5 is rumored to feature a tile layout interface. (Image source: Xiaomiui)

MIUI 12.5 beta registration opens up for 21 Xiaomi and Redmi devices: Room for the Redmi Note 7, Mi 9, and Mi 10 but the Redmi Note 8 has to wait

Xiaomi has opened up registration for MIUI 12.5 beta testing in China and the list of qualifying smartphones has been shared online. While it seems owners of the China ROM variants of the Redmi Note 7, Xiaomi Mi 9, Xiaomi Mi 10, and Redmi K30 can sign up, it seems there will be a wait ahead for Redmi Note 8 and Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite users.
Daniel R Deakin, 28 Dec 2020 02:37
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 keeps getting price cuts, is now down to $800 USD with 16 GB of RAM (Source: B&H)

Deal | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 keeps getting price cuts, is now down to $800 USD with 16 GB of RAM

The Intel version of the IdeaPad Slim 7 may not be as fast as the AMD version, but it makes up for this with Thunderbolt 3 support should users want to connect GPU docking stations. Users on the lookout for an upper mid-range Ultrabook will find a lot to like about this Lenovo.
Allen Ngo, 28 Dec 2020 00:40
Huawei already has the MateBook laptop series with Intel Core and AMD Ryzen processors. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei ARM-based laptop key specs leaked: Qingyun L410 with 8-core HiSilicon Kirin 990 SoC suggests potential 5G support

Details and key specifications for Huawei’s upcoming ARM-based laptop have been leaked on social media. It appears the notebook, which currently has the name Qingyun L410, is powered by the 8-core 5G-capable HiSilicon Kirin 990 chipset. It’s not known if the Huawei laptop will be launched outside of China.
Daniel R Deakin, 27 Dec 2020 23:05
This may be the Galaxy A72. (Source: Voice)

Samsung Galaxy A72: new leaks point to quad rear cameras and a 4G/LTE variant

The Galaxy A71 is a Samsung phone with 4G/LTE and 5G variants. Recent rumors suggest that its successor will get the same. The tipster OnLeaks has also posted renders for at least one of them that hint at 4 rear cameras and a 6.7-inch display.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Dec 2020 18:05
The Mate 40E leaks out. (Source: Wireless Power Consortium)

The Huawei Mate 40E is confirmed by the Wireless Power Consortium

A new leak indicates Huawei will add a new variant to the Mate 40 series. Despite looking like its higher-end siblings, it may be a more affordable version of the same. For example, it is rumored to have an older chipset. Then again, it also clearly has wireless charging.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Dec 2020 17:22
The Vivo X60 Pro may look like this. (Source: Weibo)

An alleged Vivo X60 Pro leaks onto TENAA ahead of its launch

The Vivo X60 series of smartphones will launch on December 28, 2020 - also known as tomorrow. However, its specs may have been spilled ahead of this event. The leaker Digital Chat Station claims to have dug them up on the TENAA website.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Dec 2020 16:40
The Mi 10T Pro will likely be one of the first phones to get MIUI 12.5. (Source: NextPit)

MIUI 12.5 officially confirmed to launch tomorrow as video showing improved UI leaks

Xiaomi has officially confirmed the release date of the next version of its mobile software, MIUI. While one would expect MIUI 13 to succeed MIUI 12, the company appears to be making a brief stopover at MIUI 12.5—a skin that should be an incremental upgrade on MIUI 12.
Ricci Rox, 27 Dec 2020 11:21
The Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 comes with built-in S Pen. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Book Flex 5G laptop becomes Galaxy Book Flex2 5G and stars in official unboxing video

The smart-looking Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G has appeared in a couple of official videos from the South Korean OEM, including an unboxing video. The Galaxy Book Flex2 5G is the new name for the Galaxy Book Flex 5G, which was actually launched in September. The convertible features an Intel Core i5-1130G7, i5-1135G7, or i7-1165G7 chip.
Daniel R Deakin, 27 Dec 2020 04:58
Redmi Note 8 Pro users with the EU ROM should be wary of the latest MIUI 12 update. (Image source: Amazon/Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 8 Pro owners report serious boot loop issues caused by latest MIUI 12 update

Owners of the popular Redmi Note 8 Pro smartphone from Xiaomi have started reporting serious problems with the latest MIUI 12 update, which has caused a boot loop issue for some. The glitch is currently associated with Europe models of the Redmi Note 8 Pro and software update V12.0.3.0.QGGEUXM.
Daniel R Deakin, 27 Dec 2020 01:07
The Lenovo Legion 7 is equipped with a breathtaking 240-Hz display

The Lenovo Legion 7 is equipped with a breathtaking 240-Hz display

The Lenovo Legion 7 is an extremely powerful gaming laptop with a 240-Hz display, an Intel Core i9-10980HK, and a GeForce RTX 2080 Super Max-Q.
Marius Schell, 26 Dec 2020 22:14
New Watch SEs are experiencing set-up difficulties. (Source: Apple)

New Apple Watch SE and HomePod Mini owners report a Christmas Day 2020 set-up failure in their new devices

Some users with brand-new affordable Apple Watch and HomePod variants have encountered difficulty in their set-up or configuration while trying to connect them to their personal or home systems. This is thought (somewhat understandably) to a seasonal overload of the OEM's servers, although the timing is still a bit unfortunate.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Dec 2020 18:52
The S21 and S21+. (Source: WinFuture)

The European Galaxy S21 and S21 Plus prices are potentially leaked

The reliable leaks site Winfuture.de has published a new post which apparently contains every last detail on the Galaxy S21 offerings for the European market. This includes the pricing structure for these sub-Ultra variants, starting at about US$1040 for the base model.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Dec 2020 17:51
Silicon Motion AZW 256GB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD SSD Benchmarks

Silicon Motion AZW 256GB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD SSD Benchmarks

M.2 2280
Silicon Motion AZW 256GB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD drive specs and benchmarks
UNISOC Tiger T618 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

UNISOC Tiger T618 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Cortex-A75 / A55 ARM 8 cores @ 2000 - 2000 MHz 12nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the UNISOC Tiger T618 processor
The MSI MAG B550M Mortar is among the first B550 boards to receive Resizable BAR support (Image source: MSI)

MSI AGESA 1.1.9.0 update brings Resizable BAR support to X570 and B550 motherboards

MSI has started rolling out a new AGESA update for its B550 and X570 motherboards, enabling Resizable BAR support for older Ryzen systems, as well as NVIDIA Ampere GPUs.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 26 Dec 2020 09:31
Xiaomi might follow Apple and stop including in-box chargers with its smartphones. (Image source: ChargerLab - edited)

Updated | Speculation mounts that Xiaomi has "done an Apple" and not included a charger in the Mi 11 box

A leaked image of an alleged Xiaomi Mi 11 box being compared to the iPhone 12 packaging has led to mounting speculation that Xiaomi has “done an Apple” and decided to not include a charger in the box for the Mi 11. Additionally, it is believed the Chinese OEM might offer a “with charger” option – at an extra cost, of course.
Update: Xiaomi has confirmed there will be no in-box charger.

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Dec 2020 07:50
New Mi Notebook Pros with Intel Tiger Lake 35 W and AMD Cezanne APUs are on the anvil. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Mi Notebook Pro Geekbench listings with Intel Tiger Lake-H 35 W and AMD Cezanne Ryzen 5 5600H indicate a renewed focus on single-core performance

Several Mi Notebook Pro listings have popped-up on Geekbench sporting both Tiger Lake-H and AMD Cezanne processors. Alongside the Intel Core i7-11370H and Core i5-11300H variants, which are 35 W Tiger Lake-H CPUs, a few listings of the Mi Notebook Pro powered by AMD Cezanne Ryzen 5 5600H APUs are also seen. These leaked results indicate that single-core performance seems to be a prime focus for both Intel and AMD.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 26 Dec 2020 06:34
The Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite (L) and Mi 10 Lite (R) are both affordable powerhouses. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite vs Mi 10 Lite: Larger battery, 120 Hz screen, 64 MP main camera sensor, and lower price may not make up for the AWOL AMOLED

Both the Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite and Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite bring a lot of phone to the table for very reasonable prices, but it can be a tricky process choosing between the two. While the Mi 10T Lite delivers a 120 Hz refresh rate and 64 MP main camera sensor, the Mi 10 Lite has a beautiful AMOLED panel that helps justify its higher price tag.
Daniel R Deakin, 26 Dec 2020 03:34
GMK KD1 14-inch 4K portable monitor is pricey, but it gets a lot of things right

GMK KD1 14-inch 4K portable monitor is pricey, but it gets a lot of things right

For $300 USD, you can buy a really good 24-inch or 27-inch display these days with fast refresh rates or accurate colors. However, GMK thinks it can persuade you to spend $300 on a 14-inch monitor instead. Let's find out what makes it so special.
Allen Ngo, 26 Dec 2020 02:39
Smartphones and tablets powered by the Kirin 980 are included in the latest EMUI 11 open test. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei starts EMUI 11 and Magic UI 4.0 open public testing phase for 14 Kirin 980-based devices including the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and Honor 20 Pro

The EMUI 11 and Magic UI 4.0 open public testing phase for 14 smartphones and tablets based on the HiSilicon Kirin 980 SoC has started for users in China. Owners of different-region models of devices such as the Huawei Mate 20 Pro, Huawei Mate X, Honor 20 Pro, and Huawei MediaPad M6 can expect the software update by early 2021.
Daniel R Deakin, 26 Dec 2020 00:22
HP Spectre x360 14 renders the Spectre x360 13 almost obsolete, paves the way for potential 3:2 EliteBooks (Image source: HP)

HP Spectre x360 14 renders the Spectre x360 13 almost obsolete, paves the way for potential 3:2 EliteBooks

The Spectre x360 14 can be considered an early look at what's to come for future Spectre and EliteBook models should HP decide to continue investing in 3:2 laptops.
Allen Ngo, 25 Dec 2020 20:54
The Xiaomi Mi 11 should come in a choice of colors. (Image source: Weibo - edited)

Xiaomi Mi 11 revealed in all its glory in leaked live images and promo renders

The Xiaomi Mi 11 has been portrayed in a series of marketing renders that reveal the upcoming flagship smartphone in four colors. Leaked live images of the Mi 11 confirm the 108 MP camera and a few other specs. Xiaomi has started teasing additional details ahead of launch, including the use of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.
Daniel R Deakin, 25 Dec 2020 20:50
Test Medion LifeTab E10802 - The Aldi tablet including keyboard cover and LTE

78% Test Medion LifeTab E10802 - The Aldi tablet including keyboard cover and LTE

Productive miracle? The Medion LifeTab E10802 offers a 10-inch tablet including a keyboard cover and the possibility to access the Internet on the go. Aldi's offer also includes a SIM card with a starting credit of 10 Euros (~$12). All that for less than 200 Euros (~$246). Our test shows where savings were made.
Mediatek MT8768, PowerVR GE8320, 10", 503 g
Daniel Schmidt, 25 Dec 2020 04:06
Apple iPhone 12 mini Review - Small smartphone with small display

90% Apple iPhone 12 mini Review - Small smartphone with small display

So cute! Smartphones are getting bigger and bigger, but Apple offers a real alternative with the iPhone 12 mini, which is unique in the high-end segment with its 5.4-inch screen. However, the small form factor also poses problems. Find out whether Apple's mini mix works out in this review.
Apple A14 Bionic, A14 Bionic GPU, 5.4", 133 g
Daniel Schmidt, 25 Dec 2020 04:01
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