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The Nord N10 5G and Nord N100 will only receive Android 11. (Image source: OnePlus)

Cheaper OnePlus Nord smartphones will only get one OS update and two years of security updates

OnePlus may now sell three Nord-branded smartphones, but the company will not afford the same software support for all models. Two will receive just one OS update, and they arguably should have been released on Android 11 anyway.
Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 19:38
Do not expect a new iPhone SE to arrive early next year, according to Ming-Chi Kuo. (Image source: AB)

Apple will not unveil a new iPhone SE in 1H 2021

There will be no iPhone SE for 1H 2021, according to Ming-Chi Kuo. A new iPhone SE may arrive in the second half of 2021, but there will be no anniversary upgrade for this year's model. The iPhone 13 series remains on track for release in September 2021, though.
Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 19:17
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 & L13 Yoga Gen 2 combine Intel Tiger Lake with business-design

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 & L13 Yoga Gen 2 combine Intel Tiger Lake with business-design

Without any formal announcement, Lenovo releases two new ThinkPad laptops onto the market: The ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 and the convertible brother ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 are the first business models with Intel Tiger Lake. At the same time, they also are the first L series ThinkPad with Thunderbolt 4.
Benjamin Herzig, 11 Nov 2020 18:59
The latest "Galaxy M12 rear panel" leak. (Source: 91Mobiles)

New leaks point to a future Samsung Galaxy M12 with a 7000mAh battery and eye-catching finishes

A tech blog claims to have learned from "exclusive" sources that Samsung is working on a next-gen budget Galaxy M-series phone with a battery rated for an impressive 7000mAh in capacity. This "M12" is also apparently destined for a 6.7-inch display with a punch-hole selfie camera. These claims may be backed up by new images of a rear panel for this putative device.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Nov 2020 18:26
This is the Vivo X60 series, not the Mi 11 or Mi 11 Pro. (Image source: Weibo)

Vivo X60 and X60 Pro mistaken for the Xiaomi Mi 11 and Mi 11 Pro in hands-on image

A hands-on image of two new flagship smartphones has been posted online, but some people have mistaken them for the Mi 11 and Mi 11 Pro. Sadly for Xiaomi fans, the image is actually of the Vivo X60 series, not Xiaomi's 2021-bound flagships.
Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 18:06
Asus ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 W500G5T Review: Powerful workstation with weaknesses

83% Asus ProArt StudioBook Pro 15 W500G5T Review: Powerful workstation with weaknesses

2-kg (4.4 lbs) workstation. The Asus workstation scores some major points in our review thanks to a very high level of performance, 4K display and 16 GB of VRAM. Moreover, our review device features 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD. However, there is no Thunderbolt 3 port.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 Max-Q, 15.6", 2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 11 Nov 2020 18:03
The OnePlus 5 can now be safely updated to Android 10, apparently. (Image source: AndroidPIT)

The OnePlus 5 receives a fixed Android 10 and OxygenOS 10 update; no luck for the OnePlus 5T yet

The OnePlus 5 has received a fixed OxygenOS 10 update, six months on from the disaster that was OxygenOS 10.0.0. OxygenOS 10.0.1 promises to fix the call recording, de-activated alarm and EIS issues that were present on the original Android 10 update, among other changes. OnePlus states that OxygenOS 10.0.1 will arrive on the OnePlus 5T too, although it has not said when.
Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 18:00
The new Hesh ANC wireless headphones. (Source': Skullcandy)

Skullcandy launches ANC versions of its Indy TWS earbuds and Hesh wireless headphones

Skullcandy has updated its wireless headphones and earbuds with active noise-cancelling (ANC) variants. Both of these new audio products also have an Ambient mode for environmental awareness and in-built Tile technology to avoid their loss. For those uninterested in ANC (and its price), however, the Hesh headphones also have a new Evo variant.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Nov 2020 17:38
The RDNA 3 GPUs are rumored to come in multi-chip module form, allowing for substantial performance gains over the RDNA 2 models.  (Image Source: RedGamingTech)

AMD is expecting the next-gen RDNA 3 GPUs scheduled for 2021 to deliver 50% improved performance-per-watt over the new RX 6000 series

We have not even got a chance to explore the limits of the new RX 6000 GPUs based on the RDNA 2 architecture, and AMD is already planning some impressive performance gains for the upcoming RDNA 3 cards that should release in late 2021. The performance uplift should be facilitated through MCM structures and the jump to 5 nm.
Bogdan Solca, 11 Nov 2020 17:00
The Honor 10X Lite. (Source: Honor)

Honor unveils the 10X Lite along with its starting 2020 Black Friday price

Honor has introduced a phone called the 10X Lite to the European market. With its 6.67-inch FHD+ display, Kirin 710A SoC, 4GB of RAM and 5000 mAh battery, it is distinctly pitched at the low- to mid-tier market in this region. Its normal price is €265 (~US$311), although this has been reduced to €229.90 (~$270) as one of the brand's new 2020 holiday deals.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Nov 2020 16:38
AMD now wants to dominate the ultra-low voltage processor market, as well. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD launches Ryzen Embedded V2000 low-TDP processors with Zen 2 cores and improved Radeon Vega iGPUs

After revealing a stellar Zen 3 lineup, AMD is now looking to strengthen its position in the low-TDP embedded market with the new Ryzen Embedded V2000 processors featuring up to 8 Zen 2 cores and improved Vega IGPUs. Team Red prepared two 10 W models to take on Intel's ULV Comet Lake processors, plus two more 35 W models that appear to beat the i7-9750H models.
Bogdan Solca, 11 Nov 2020 16:18
The P50 series may feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 875 chipset. (Image source: Huawei)

The Huawei P50 and P50 Pro may feature a Snapdragon 875 SoC

The US government has granted Qualcomm a licence to trade with Huawei, allowing the chipmaker to supply hardware to the sanction-stricken Chinese company. The timing of the news aligns perfectly for Huawei and its P50 series, according to a new report.
Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 16:12
realms 7 Pro

81% Realme 7 Pro Smartphone Review - Super fast charging and good features

With TÜV seal. With fast loading, four cameras and stereo speakers the realme 7 Pro wants to convince. All this sounds quite impressive for a 300 Euro cell phone, but can the realme 7 Pro convince in everyday life?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, Adreno 618, 6.4", 182 g
Florian Schmitt, 11 Nov 2020 16:12
The Dell Latitude 7410 Chromebook Enterprise 2-in-1 is an excellent but extremely expensive Chromebook. Image via Dell

Dell Latitude 7410 Chromebook Enterprise 2-in-1: With great power comes a high price tag

The Dell Latitude 7410 Chromebook Enterprise 2-in-1 is one of, if not the, best Chromebooks we have ever tested. However, for ~$1580 and up, it is far too expensive for a Chromebook.
Sam Medley, 11 Nov 2020 15:00
V12.0.2.0.QJWEUXM replaces V12.0.1.0.QJWEUXM for the Redmi Note 9S. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S receives a new MIUI 12 update

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S has received a new MIUI 12 update, this time in Europe. V12.0.2.0.QJWEUXM replaces V12.0.2.0.QJWEUXM and is available as an OTA upgrade.
Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 14:00
The iPad mini 6 will reputedly feature a new design from the iPad mini 5, pictured. (Image source: Apple)

Leaked iPad mini 6 specifications point to Apple's tablet being a smaller version of the iPad Air 4 with an 8.5-inch display

The first details about the iPad mini 6 are here, and it is shaping up to be a smaller iPad Air 4. Apparently, Apple is prototyping the iPad mini 6 with an 8.5-inch display, an A14 Bionic chipset and 4 GB of RAM. A USB Type-C port has been included too, as has support for the Apple Pencil 2.
Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 13:57
The first devices are now receiving EMUI 11. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei commences EMUI 11 rollout for 10 devices as HarmonyOS beta for smartphones set to debut in December

Huawei has started rolling out EMUI 11 to 10 devices, including to the Mate 30 Pro, P40 Pro and MatePad Pro. The Mate 30 Pro 5G is seemingly the first device to receive EMUI 11 outside of China, but Huawei also plans to have HarmonyOS beta builds ready for next month.
Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 13:54
The RTX 3080 Ti will apparently land in January 2021. (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti will allegedly launch in January 2021 for US$999 to combat the AMD RX 6900 XT

NVIDIA has a plan to rival AMD's Radeon RX 6900 XT, and it will come in the form of the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. Confirmed by HKEPC and Videocardz, the RTX 3080 Ti is thought to be based on a GA102 GPU with 10,496 CUDA cores. Apparently, the RTX 3080 Ti will apparently arrive in January 2021 for US$999, while it will also have 20 GB of GDDR6X VRAM.
Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 13:49
Palit NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 JetStream (Source: Palit Products)

Palit intros dual-fan, dual-BIOS NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 JetStream

The new JetStream video card by Palit is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 and features customizable ARGB lighting, two 120 mm fans, a Triple-A Die casting Plate kit, as well as a dual-BIOS design that allows users to choose the silent or performance mode. The price will exceed US$500 but it is still unknown at this stage.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Nov 2020 13:28
NVIDIA GeForce RTX video card render, RTX 3050 to feature GA107 GPU with 2,304 cores

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 rumor: 90 W TGP Ampere GA107 GPU with 2,304 cores

Expected by many gamers to perform as good as the RTX 2060 with less power required — and less heat generated, of course — the upcoming NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 is now rumored to use the GA107-300 graphics chip with 2,304 cores and a TGP value of just 90 Watt. Sadly, it is only expected to arrive in January 2021 and NVIDIA has not confirmed it yet.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Nov 2020 12:04
Leaked Galaxy S21 Ultra renders. (Source: Voice)

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra will finally support 120 Hz at QHD; new, improved 108 MP camera also touted

The release of the Galaxy S21 series isn't that far off any more and more information has surfaced about the line-leading Galaxy S21 Ultra. Notable takeaways include faster charging than the Note 20 Ultra, a new 108 MP camera, and much-awaited display improvements.
Ricci Rox, 11 Nov 2020 11:09
The Arduino NES is based on the TTGO T8. (Image source: Liang Chen)

Arduino NES: Transform an Arduino-compatible board into a portable NES

A new project utilises an ESP32-based developer board as the basis for a portable NES. The so-called Arduino NES features a small display, several buttons and a battery.
Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2020 10:44
Apple's new M1-powered Macs all look exactly the same as the Intel models they replace. (Image: Apple)

Apple M1 Macs don't support eGPUs, while the new MacBook Air is offered with a less powerful 7-core GPU M1 variant

Apple’s transition to its own silicon offers exciting possibilities for the future of energy efficient, high performance computing. However, the transition won’t be without its hiccups and a lack of eGPU support moving forward looks like a relatively substantial one. The company is also following a similar path with the M1 chip as it did with the A12X and A12Z chips when it comes to the new MacBook Air.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 11 Nov 2020 10:01
Fans in Indonesia will have to wait until January 22, 2021, to get hold of a PlayStation 5. (Image source: PlayStation Indonesia)

PlayStation 5 launch dates for countries in South America and Southeast Asia revealed and there's a long wait for gamers in Indonesia

PlayStation 5 launch dates for nations in South America and Southeast Asia have started appearing on the official country-specific websites. Key markets such as Brazil and Singapore can still expect a PS5 launch on November 19, and there are a few countries that will have to wait until December, but there is a 2021 launch for Indonesia.
Daniel R Deakin, 11 Nov 2020 07:57
Super-light Dynabook Portege X30W-J is now an Intel Evo laptop with Tiger Lake Core i5, i7, and Iris Xe graphics (Source: Dynabook)

Super-light Dynabook Portege X30W-J is now an Intel Evo laptop with Tiger Lake Core i5/i7 and Iris Xe graphics

At just 989 grams, the Tiger Lake-powered Dynabook X30W-J is over 300 grams lighter than the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 or 200 grams lighter than the LG Gram 14 convertible.
Allen Ngo, 11 Nov 2020 02:41
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Samsung unveiled the Galaxy A51 in December 2019. (Image source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G appears on Geekbench with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G and 6 GB of RAM

Samsung appears to be prepping a successor to the Galaxy A51 5G. Predictably called the Galaxy A52 5G, the device seemingly features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G chipset and 6 GB of RAM.
Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 22:56
LG is currently testing Android 11 on the V60 ThinQ. (Image source: CNET)

LG begins testing Android 11 on the V60 ThinQ

LG's Android 11 testing is underway, according to Max Weinbach. Reputedly undergoing development on the V60 ThinQ, LG UX 10.0 will probably arrive in 2021 for most LG smartphones.
Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 22:50
The Redmi Note 8T is one of two devices to receive new MIUI 12 updates. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8T receive new MIUI 12 updates

The Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8T have received new MIUI 12 updates, bringing more variants onto Xiaomi's latest OS. The two updates are also based on Android 10 and are rolling out on the Indian and Russian branches of MIUI, respectively.
Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 22:46
Apple M1 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Apple M1 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

ARM 8 cores @ 2064 - 3220 MHz 5nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Apple M1 processor
Apple Watch Series 6 in Review: Improved Health Metrics Thanks to watchOS 7 and New Sensor

Apple Watch Series 6 in Review: Improved Health Metrics Thanks to watchOS 7 and New Sensor

Well rested. After what seemed like eternal rest Apple has finally awoken and delivered. The new sleep tracking feature is available for older models as well while the new oxygen saturation feature depends on a new sensor only available in Apple's Series 6 Watch. Both of those are features that are already available on other models. Apple is thus playing catch up in regard to health features. Find out in our review whether they did enough to outperform the competition.
Apple S6, 1.76", 36.5 g
Inge Schwabe, 10 Nov 2020 22:28
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 laptop review - Decent office companion with high system performance

85% Lenovo ThinkPad L15 laptop review - Decent office companion with high system performance

AMD upgrade. Lenovo's ThinkPad L series includes inexpensive business laptops that have been able to convince in the past with good input devices and quite high-quality workmanship. The current 15-inch model in the series seeks to carry on this tradition while dramatically improving system performance with the new AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 4750 at the same time. We will clarify in the following review whether the final concept works.
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 4750U, Vega 7, 15.6", 1.9 kg
Marius Schell, 10 Nov 2020 22:23
The new Dimensity 700. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek announces the Dimensity 700, a 5G chipset for next-gen mid-range phones

MediaTek has launched a new addition to its Dimensity series of mobile processors. This 700 chipset is based on a 7 nanometer process and has 8 cores with a maximum speed of 2.2GHz. It supports LP-DDR4X RAM, UFS 2.2 storage and dual-sim 5G. Therefore, the OEM asserts it is an excellent choice for the "mainstream" phones of the near future.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Nov 2020 22:13
Apple M1 GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

Apple M1 GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

8 cores @ 1278MHz
Specifications and benchmarks of the Apple M1 GPU graphics card for Notebooks.
The new 13-inch MacBook Pro is an internal upgrade, once again. (Image source: Apple)

Apple announces the new 13-inch MacBook Pro with up 20 hours of battery life and 2.8x faster CPU performance

Apple's next 13-inch MacBook Pro is here, and with tonnes of under-the-hood improvements. From up to 20 hours of battery life, 5x faster graphics and a 2.8x faster CPU, the new 13-inch MacBook Pro promises to be a huge upgrade from the current Ice Lake-based model. The Apple M1-based 13-inch MacBook Pro will start at US$1,299.
Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 20:12
Not willing to wait a few more months for the Zen 3 mobile APUs? Origin PC has got you covered with desktop-grade options. (Image Source: Origin PC)

Updated | Origin PC NS-15 AMD mobile workstations get Ryzen 5000 desktop-grade CPU options

Don't want to wait a few more months for the Zen 3 mobile APUs? How about some custom laptops with desktop-grade Ryzen 5000 CPUs like the NS-15 AMD workstations from Origin PC? They sure are pricier, but you are essentially replacing your desktop PC. You can choose among all four new Ryzen 5000 CPUs, including the Ryzen 9 5950X flagship.
Bogdan Solca, 10 Nov 2020 20:09
Sony's next-generation console could have been even bigger, according to its designer. (Image source: Sony)

The Sony PlayStation 5 was originally supposed to be even larger than its final design

The PlayStation 5 may be a huge console, but it could have been even larger, had its design had his way. There may be some Easter eggs hidden within the next-generation console too, and not just the pattern of the DualSense controller that has already been discovered.
Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 19:51
The Agon PD27 retails for US$799.99. (Image source: AOC)

Agon PD27: AOC and Porsche Design collaborate to deliver a stylish 27-inch gaming monitor with a 240 Hz refresh rate

AOC's latest gaming monitor has been developed in partnership with Porsche Design, and it certainly looks the part. However, the Agon PD27 also packs a 27-inch panel that has a WQHD native resolution and a 240 Hz refresh rate. The Agon PD27 is VESA DisplayHDR 400 certified too and will be available from this month for US$799.99.
Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 19:48
Huawei is reputedly looking to free-up cash with the sale of Honor. (Image source: Honor)

Honor's sale for US$15.2 billion could free it from Huawei's US trade sanctions

Huawei is on the verge of selling Honor for US$15.2 billion, according to Reuters. Due to be sold by as early as Sunday to a consortium, the sale would free Honor of the hindrance of the sanctions that the US government currently imposes on Huawei.
Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 19:46
Sony PlayStation 5 might get 1440p support depending on demand

Sony: PlayStation 5 might get 1440p support after all

Although it's not available yet and Sony had previously stated that the PlayStation 5 will not come with support for it, now the tide has changed. The Japanese tech giant has just confirmed that, if there's enough demand, the PlayStation 5 will get support for native 1440p gaming via a future software update.
Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2020 18:56
The first ARM MacBooks will be capable of running iOS and iPadOS apps, but not all developers are on board. (Image source: Apple)

Apple's ARM MacBooks will support iPhone and iPad apps on macOS 11 Big Sur, with caveats

Apple is expected to unveil its first ARM-powered MacBooks in a few hours, along with a release date for macOS 11 Big Sur. The first ARM MacBooks will play nice with iPhone and iPad apps too, but there will be some notable absentees.
Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 18:33
Apple may be bringing 120 Hz displays to next year's Pro iPhones. (Image source: Martin Sanchez & Notebookcheck)

Apple reputedly set to bring low-power LTPO OLED screens to the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max

According to a new report, Apple has sourced LTPO OLED screens from LG for next year's Pro iPhones. These low-power panels may pave the way for Apple enabling a 120 Hz 'ProMotion' refresh rate on the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. Apparently, the company supposedly decided against including high-refresh-rate displays on the iPhone 12 series in favour of battery life.
Alex Alderson, 10 Nov 2020 18:28
The Ryzen 5000 series "struggles" against Comet Lake in UserBenchmark's charts. (Image source: AMD/Intel - edited)

Final nail in the coffin: Bar-raising AMD Ryzen 9 5950X somehow lags behind four Intel parts including the Core i9-10900K in average bench on UserBenchmark despite higher 1-core and 4-core scores

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X has been impressing many with its various appearances on synthetic benchmarks. However, it is the Intel Core i9-10900K that tops the average bench charts over at UserBenchmark, while the powerful Zen 3 Vermeer CPU has to languish behind in fifth position, regardless of higher core scores across the board. Is this the final nail in the coffin for the controversial benchmark?
Column by Daniel R Deakin, 10 Nov 2020 18:21
OPPO might expand into new markets soon. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO is now slated to break into the laptop and tablet markets in 2021

A well-known Weibo leaker now claims that OPPO - an OEM mostly known for its smartphones and wearables - is planning to also move into the tablet space. Similarly, it is also now said to start making its own laptops, much as Xiaomi and Huawei do now. Examples of these new product categories for the company might emerge as soon as 2021.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Nov 2020 18:05
OPPO Reno 5 at TENAA (Source: Android Community)

OPPO Reno 5 details leak online, still no word on pricing

Expected to feature the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor as the Reno 4, the upcoming OPPO Reno 5 will sport a 6.43-inch Full HD+ OLED screen with 60 Hz refresh, a 32 MP front camera, a 64 MP main camera (quad sensors), and a 4,300 mAh battery with 65 W fast charging capabilities. The price and release date are not even in the rumor mill yet.
Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2020 17:38
The new Timex fitness band. (Source: Timex)

Timex launches a new fitness band with a premium appeal in India

Timex is a classic watch brand that has also recently waded into the smart wearables arena. Its latest addition to this new series is a fitness band. However, unlike the vast majority of devices in its category, this one comes with a milanese-style stainless-steel strap. It is now on sale in its first market, India, for a price of just over US$60.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Nov 2020 17:23
MediaTek has released two new chipsets for Chromebooks

MediaTek MT8195 and MT8192 launched; 6nm chips billed to power Chromebooks, tablets, smart displays, and more starting Q2 2021

MediaTek's new MT8195 and MT8192 chipsets are the company's newest Chromebook-centric chipsets. The former is powered by ARM's latest Cortex-A78 cores, while the latter uses previous-generation Cortex-A76 cores. Both chipsets use the same ARM Mali-G77 GPU, though. They are expected to hit the market in Q2 2021.
Anil Satyanarayana, 10 Nov 2020 17:00
Is ths the new Nokia 8000? (Source: WinFuture)

A new poster may show the rumored Nokia 8000 4G's design

Recent leaks have pointed to a "new" Nokia 8000 that may launch soon. The reliable tips site WinFuture has now posted what looks like a real-life promo for this device. The possible marketing image paints the device as a high-end feature phone that might not use Android.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Nov 2020 16:22
The Redmi Note 9 and Apple iPhone 11 are two of the world's best-selling smartphones. (Image source: Xiaomi/Apple - edited)

Redmi Note 9 ships in its millions for Q3 2020 but can't hold a candle to the global popularity of the iPhone 11

Apple, Samsung, and Xiaomi have taken up all 10 places in the Q3 2020 table for most shipped smartphones of the quarter. While Samsung has five different Galaxy A-branded devices in the charts and Xiaomi has great results with the Redmi Note 9 and Redmi 9, it’s the Apple iPhone 11 that rules the roost once again.
Daniel R Deakin, 10 Nov 2020 15:55
The smartphone with a wrap-round display would allegedly be part of the Galaxy Z foldable series. (Image Source: LetsGoDigital)

Samsung might be working on a smartphone with surround display and sliding rear camera

Word on the street is that the smartphone featuring the new wrap-around display would be part of the Galaxy Z series and could be launched soon in response to Xiaomi's commercial version for the Mi Mix Alpha. The upcoming Samsung phone would also come with sliding rear camera setup, in-display selfie cam and fingerprint sensor, wireless charging and no physical buttons, plus a host of new UI functions that make use of the expanded screen real estate.
Bogdan Solca, 10 Nov 2020 14:49
Lenovo Yoga Duet 7 13IML05 with a Core i5-10210U and active cooling

87% Lenovo Yoga Duet 7 Review: Surface Pro 7 competitor with only a few weaknesses

Maximum flexibility? The Duet 7 aims to be the ultimate tool for productivity with an endless battery life, top-of-the-line computing power, efficient input devices, crystal-clear images and smart features such as face recognition and the voice assistant Amazon Alexa. The device manages to cover most but not all of these aspects. The gap to the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 remains.
Intel Core i5-10210U, UHD Graphics 620, 13", 1.2 kg
Sebastian Jentsch, 10 Nov 2020 14:16
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