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The Mi 10 Pro. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi kicks off Android 11 Mi Pilot program for the Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, and Poco F2 Pro

Xiaomi has now kicked off the Mi Pilot program for Android 11. The beta-testing program allows owners of the Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, and Poco F2 Pro to sign up for early Android 11 builds. As always, there are a few noteworthy stipulations, however.
Ricci Rox, 02 Sep 2020 20:17
Intel Core i5-1130G7 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i5-1130G7 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Tiger Lake-UP4 x86 4 cores @ 1800 - 4000 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i5-1130G7 processor
War Thunder 1.101 "Raining Fire" now live with new war machines, weapons, and more September 2 2020

War Thunder 1.101 "Raining Fire" is here: almost 30 new war machines, bug fixes, improvements, and more

Released earlier today, War Thunder "Raining Fire" comes after the major update that was labeled 1.99 and is labeled 1.101 instead of 2.01 as many were expecting. The list of changes includes over 30 war machines across most nations already in the game, naval mines, new maps, as well as various fixes and improvements.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Sep 2020 19:58
Intel Core i7-1160G7 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i7-1160G7 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Tiger Lake-UP4 x86 4 cores @ 2100 - 4400 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i7-1160G7 processor
The global edition of the Mi 10 Lite can now be upgraded to MIUI 12. (Image source: Pocket-lint)

Xiaomi Mi 8 SE and Mi 10 Lite receive MIUI 12 updates

The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE and Mi 10 Lite have received the call to MIUI 12. Both updates are rolling out as OTAs. The one for the Mi 10 Lite brings the global version of the device into line with the European variant, which Xiaomi upgraded to MIUI 12 in July.
Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2020 19:16
The Xperia 1 II and Xperia 5 II may be the first Sony smartphones to receive three OS upgrades. (Image source: Evan Blass & Sony)

The Sony Xperia 1 II and Xperia 5 II will receive three OS upgrades; no Android 11 for the Xperia XZ3 or earlier models though

The Xperia 1 II and Xperia 5 II will be the first Sony smartphones to receive three OS upgrades, according to a new report. This would mean that the devices will be upgraded through to Android 13. By contrast, software support for older devices like the Xperia 1, Xperia 5, Xperia 10 II will cease as of Android 11. The Xperia XZ3 and other older handsets will remain stuck on Android 10, too.
Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2020 19:13
A host of Asus VivoBooks now come with Intel's Tiger Lake CPUs

The Asus VivoBook S13, S14, S15, VivoBook 14, 15, and VivoBook Flip 14 are now available with Intel Tiger Lake chips

Asus has refreshed its VivoBook line of notebooks with Intel Tiger Lake CPUs and Xe graphics cards. The VivoBook 14 and 15 get Wi-FI 6 compatibility and the ZenBooks' Numpad functionality. Asus says that it will reveal the notebooks' price and availability at a later date.
Anil Satyanarayana, 02 Sep 2020 19:00
Dynabook Portégé X30W-J. All images via Dynabook.

Dynabook announces Portégé X30W-J and Portégé X30L-J, two Tiger Lake laptops that weigh less than one kilogram

Dynabook launched two laptops today. The Portégé X30W-J and Portégé X30L-J are Tiger Lake laptops with Intel's Iris Xe Graphics. Both laptops weigh less than one kilogram (2.2. pounds) and are equipped with two Thunderbolt 4 ports.
Sam Medley, 02 Sep 2020 19:00
The new 13.9-inch ZenBook S UX393. (Image via Asus)

Asus announces compact ZenBook S UX393 with 3:2 3K display and Intel Xe graphics

The new ZenBook S from Asus features a beautiful 3300 x 2200 display, the latest silicon and graphics from Intel, and a few quality-of-life conveniences in its 15 mm thin chassis.
Sam Medley, 02 Sep 2020 19:00
The Asus ZenBook 14 Ultralight. (All images via Asus)

Asus ZenBook 14 Ultralight packs Core i7, Intel Xe or Nvidia GeForce MX450 graphics, and Thunderbolt 4 in a <1 kg package

The new Asus ZenBook 14 Ultralight is a powerhouse laptop in a lightweight package. Coming in at 980 grams, the ZenBook 14 Ultralight is powered by an Intel Tiger Lake Core i5 or i7 and either Intel's Xe graphics or an Nvidia GeForce MX450.
Sam Medley, 02 Sep 2020 19:00
The trackpad of the ExpertBook B9 turns into a touch sensitive numberpad to help with spreadsheet use and data entry. (Image Source: Asus)

Asus ExpertBook B9: Intel Tiger Lake, Iris Xe, and Thunderbolt 4 in a magnesium alloy body that only weights 880 grams

Asus has announced an update to the feather-light ExpertBook B9 (B9400) business notebook, which was developed in partnership with Intel as part of Project Athena. The hardware refresh includes Intel’s new Tiger Lake processors and Iris Xe graphics chip.
Craig Ward, 02 Sep 2020 19:00
Intel Core i3-1125G4 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i3-1125G4 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Tiger Lake-UP3 x86 4 cores @ 2000 - 3700 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i3-1125G4 processor
Intel Tiger Lake seeks to tackle AMD Ryzen 4000 head-on. (Image Source: Intel)

All-core 4.3 GHz at 28 W — Intel announces the 11th gen Tiger Lake lineup for laptops: Full specs, SKUs, and preliminary performance comparison

After giving us a glimpse into the Willow Cove architecture during Architecture Day 2020, Intel has now revealed the 11th generation Tiger Lake lineup led by the Core i7-1185G7. We find from our preliminary performance benchmarks that Tiger Lake may once again equalize or even exceed the performance gap that Intel had to endure during the AMD Ryzen 4000 launch. Combined with Xe LP graphics, Intel Tiger Lake seeks to offer excellent performance for work and play on the go.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 Sep 2020 18:45
Intel's Chris Walker gives us more insignts on Intel Evo and what it means for thin and light laptops. (Photo courtesy: Intel Corporation)

Interview | "Our imitators are chasing specs": Intel's Chris Walker talks to us exclusively about Intel Evo and what it means for mobile computing now and in the future

In pursuit of performance. On the heels of the launches of the Tiger Lake and Evo platforms, we caught up with Intel's Chris Walker to understand the motivation behind this standardization, response from OEMs and consumers, how it builds upon Project Athena, what to expect from it from an end-user's perspective, and what the future holds.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 Sep 2020 18:45
Asus updates ZenBook Flip 13 UX363 series with brand new FHD OLED touchscreen option (Source: Asus)

Intel Xe graphics and FHD OLED touchscreen coming to the Asus ZenBook Flip 13 UX363

The refreshed ZenBook convertible will be one of the few, if not only, laptop series to carry FHD OLED touchscreen options. Almost all OLED panels for laptops up to this point have had a native resolution of 4K UHD only.
Allen Ngo, 02 Sep 2020 18:00
The Indian Government has banned PUBG Mobile

PUBG Mobile banned in India along with 118 other Chinese-origin apps

After mulling on the decision for over a month, the Indian Government has finally banned PUBG Mobile. Over 110 other Chinese-origin apps join it, most of which appear to be mobile games from lesser-known developers like NetEase. We can expect the ban to be implemented in the coming weeks.
Anil Satyanarayana, 02 Sep 2020 17:49
The LG Wing will sport a unique form factor for smartphones. (Image source: LG)

LG shares teaser video for new form factor smartphone ahead of September 14 launch

LG has shared a teaser video for its upcoming smartphone, the so-called LG Wing. The device will debut on September 14 with a completely new form factor that twists out to reveal a secondary display. The T-design smartphone may retail for upwards of US$1,000, though.
Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2020 17:46
The Turing flood is coming. (Image Source: ebay)

Used GPU market gets flooded with Nvidia's RTX 2080 Ti cards immediately after RTX 3000 announcement, high-end Turing prices could drop to around $300

Theoretically speaking, if the RTX 3080 priced at $699 is 70-80% faster than the RTX 2080 Ti, the high-end Turing cards should be selling for around $300 tops in used condition. We are not quite there yet, as the lowest prices in the US are hovering around $550, while in the EU, brand new RTX 2080 Ti cards are selling for 450 Euro. The race to the bottom is still on, nevertheless.
Bogdan Solca, 02 Sep 2020 17:29
The FCC has certified six new Google smartphones. (Image source: XDA Developers)

FCC certifies new Google smartphones as Pixel 4a (5G) and Pixel 5 details offered

The FCC has certified several new Google smartphones ahead of the release of the Pixel 4a (5G) and Pixel 5. A new leak has detailed the prices and colours of both devices in Europe too.
Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2020 17:07
We might see Ti and Super variants for all RTX 3000 GPUs next year. (Image Source: Nvidia)

Unannounced Ti 16 GB and Super 8 GB versions for the Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU pop up in Lenovo Legion T7/T5 desktop specs

Nvidia only announced the "vanilla" RTX 3070 models with the official Ampere gaming GPUs reveal, but Lenovo's specs of the upcoming Legion T7/T5 desktop systems clearly show Ti versions with 16 GB and Super variants with 8 GB. This may be a mere miscommunication issue between Nvidia and Lenovo, or it could be that Lenovo is planning to launch refreshed GPUs versions later on.
Bogdan Solca, 02 Sep 2020 16:58
Is this the Galaxy S20 Lite? (Source: OnLeaks x PriceBaba)

Samsung lists the Galaxy S20 Lite by name on updated software support pages

Samsung appears to have confirmed an impending successor for the Galaxy S10 Lite. A device with a name to match this description has appeared alongside existing devices on development websites for the US and German divisions of the OEM. They suggest the upcoming phone will run Android 10, at least.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Sep 2020 16:56
The new "OnePlus 8T image". (Source: OxygenUpdater)

The OnePlus 8T will have a flat screen: new leak

OnePlus may release its typical late-year refreshed flagship series soon. The first snapshot of this 8T line may have leaked courtesy of material found in the OEM's own version of Android. Should this be the case, there may be a display without curves and a single punch-hole in the offing for one of the upcoming phones.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Sep 2020 16:07
An iPhone 12 or just a customised iPhone 11? (Image source: Sparrows News)

Apple iPhone 12 prototype hands-on video surfaces, but do not be fooled

An alleged video of an iPhone 12 prototype has been published online. The 15 second hands-on offers a good look at the device, but its camera arrangement suggests that someone is trying to pull the wool over people's eyes.
Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2020 15:45
Sony VENICE is now part of the Cinema Line. (Source: Sony)

Sony announces a new Cinema Line for camera products of this caliber

Today (September 2, 2020), Sony has announced that it has implemented a new series for cameras of the pro film- and documentary-capable variety. Known as the Cinema Line, it now encompasses existing products such as the VENICE and FX units. Its next new addition is projected to appear by the end of 2020.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Sep 2020 15:08
Huawei Y6p

74% Huawei Y6p Smartphone Review – Long runtime without Google

The screen is convincing. Positioning yourself in the low-cost smartphone market without Google services could be difficult. The Huawei Y6p is forced to try. With three cameras on the back and a large battery, it has some arguments on its side. In the test, we will take a closer look at the cheap smartphone.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762, PowerVR GE8320, 6.3", 185 g
Florian Schmitt, 02 Sep 2020 14:09
The Premiere LSP9T is the first laser project to achieve a HDR10+ rating. (Image: Samsung)

The Premiere is a new ultra short-throw 4K laser projector range from Samsung

Samsung has debuted a new ultra short throw laser projector range it is calling The Premiere. The new devices can project in 4K and are designed to integrate with contemporary house design.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 02 Sep 2020 13:59
The Honor Hunter GameBook will arrive on September 16. (Image source: Honor via Sparrows News)

Honor Hunter GameBook to launch on September 16 with Comet Lake-H processors, multi-zone RGB lighting and a numeric keypad

The first gaming laptop from Huawei and Honor is almost here, and it will be called the Honor Hunter GameBook. The device is scheduled for release on September 16, and Honor has published a teaser video in advance of the laptop's grand unveiling.
Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2020 13:43
The CX 400BT are the latest TWS earphones from Sennheiser. (Image: Sennheiser)

Sennheiser launches CX 400BT TWS earphones offering premium sound at a more affordable price

Sennheiser has launched its latest true wireless earphones. The new Sennheiser CX 400BT earphones deliver up to 20 hours of battery life with the included charging case and are designed to deliver high quality audio at a more affordable price point.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 02 Sep 2020 13:12
Lenovo ThinkPad: X1 Titanium, X1 Nano & ThinkPad X12 leak on Verizon's website

Lenovo ThinkPad: X1 Titanium, X1 Nano & ThinkPad X12 leak on Verizon's website

We knew before that Lenovo has three upcoming ThinkPad devices this fall: The ThinkPad X1 Titanium, ThinkPad X1 Nano and ThinkPad X12. All three have been leaked again today - by Verizon.
Benjamin Herzig, 02 Sep 2020 13:00
The Poco M2 will be released in India soon

Poco M2: Scaled-down version of Poco M2 Pro will be released in India on September 8

The Poco M2 is billed to be the company's newest offering. Not much is known about its hardware, and its name seems to indicate that it will be less powerful than the Poco M2 Pro. It will be released in India on September 8 via an online event.
Anil Satyanarayana, 02 Sep 2020 11:35
The Helio G95 appears to outperform the Helio G90T. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek launches the Helio G95 ahead of Realme 7 debut

MediaTek has now officially announced the launch of its latest mid-range gaming-oriented SoC, the Helio G95. The Helio G95 succeeds the Helio G90 and is expected to debut on the upcoming Realme 7, while offering better performance than the Helio G90T.
Ricci Rox, 02 Sep 2020 11:31
Acer Spin 5 SP513 Laptop Review: Sensibly Optimized and Balanced 13-Inch Convertible

88% Acer Spin 5 SP513 Laptop Review: Sensibly Optimized and Balanced 13-Inch Convertible

Almost optimal. With the new Acer Spin 5 SP513, the manufacturer optimizes the 13.5-inch model of the versatile convertible. With Intel Ice Lake, the hardware has improved considerably and there are additional improvements. So has Acer created a convincing overall package here, or are there still some old or even new weaknesses? In addition, the Intel convertible also has to compete with a new AMD heavyweight.
Intel Core i7-1065G7, Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU), 13.5", 1.2 kg
Christian Hintze, 02 Sep 2020 10:08
Acer TravelMate P6 P614-51T-G2 in review: Lightweight business laptop with long battery life

Business laptop with touchscreen display: The Acer TravelMate P6 P614-51T-G2

The TravelMate P6 scores points with a low weight, long battery life, and low operating noise. The equipment is also right: A Core i7 processor, 16 GB of RAM (dual-channel mode), NVMe SSD, and Thunderbolt 3. Positive: Acer grants the laptop a three-year warranty.
Sascha Mölck, 02 Sep 2020 06:32
iOS 13.7 includes a built-in tool for tracking exposure to COVID-19, though you wouldn't know it from the update description. (Image via iOS)

Built-in COVID-19 tracking tool comes to iPhones with iOS 13.7

The latest version of iOS, released today, includes a new system for tracking and notifying users that have been exposed to COVID-19. iOS 13.7 now drops the need for public health officials to maintain an app for exposure tracking. Instead, the system is baked directly into iOS 13.7.
Sam Medley, 02 Sep 2020 04:51
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It is unclear whether the Axon 20 5G will be released internationally. (Image source: ZTE)

ZTE Axon 20 5G launches in four colours with an under-screen selfie camera, a 90 Hz OLED screen and a Snapdragon 765G processor

The Axon 20 5G is finally here in three SKUs and four colours. The world's first smartphone with an under-screen selfie camera has a 6.92-inch and 90 Hz OLED screen, a Snapdragon 765G SoC and five cameras. The Axon 20 5G will be available with up to 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage.
Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2020 21:58
The global versions of the Mi Note 10 series can now be upgraded to MIUI 12. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi Note 10, Mi Note 10 Pro and Mi Note 10 Lite receive global MIUI 12 updates

Xiaomi has begun issuing MIUI 12 to the global editions of the Mi Note 10, Mi Note 10 Pro and Mi Note 10 Lite. The updates are available as OTAs and should be rolling out now to handsets.
Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2020 20:54
The Mi 10T will replace the Mi 10T Pro's 108 MP camera with a 64 MP shooter. (Source: Abhishek Yadav)

Xiaomi teases the Mi 10T: Snapdragon 768G-powered phone to start under €300?

Prepare your wallets: the Mi 10T is on the way and will be launched around the globe. Xiaomi has now officially teased the launch of the Mi 10T, with the phone slated for a global release while carrying a starting price tag under €300.
Ricci Rox, 01 Sep 2020 20:23
The GeForce RTX 3080 appears to genuinely deliver on NVIDIA’s promise of a 2x performance uplift, at least in Borderlands 3 (Image source: iGamesNews)

First GeForce RTX 3080 benchmarks by NVIDIA showcase insane 100 percent performance gains over the GeForce RTX 2080: Control and Minecraft with RTX blaze past 4K/60 FPS

During the NVIDIA GeForce Ampere RTX 3000 series launch, NVIDIA unveiled benchmarks for the GeForce RTX 3080 which indicate that its claim of a 2x performance improvement wasn’t sleight of hand. The GeForce RTX 3080 appears to genuinely double the RTX 2080’s performance level, even in a game without ray-tracing or DLSS.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 01 Sep 2020 20:02
Dell has refreshed its Alienware Aurora line of desktops with Nvidia RTX 3000 GPUs

Dell refreshes its Alienware Aurora gaming desktops with Nvidia's GeForce RTX 3090 and RTX 3080 graphics cards

Dell's Alienware Aurora line of gaming PCs can now be configured with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 and RTX 3080. Everything else remains the same, including its aesthetic, choice of CPUs, and memory configurations. Dell will reveal its price and availability at a later date.
Anil Satyanarayana, 01 Sep 2020 20:00
Dell's Alienware m17 R3 gets a new version

Dell's Alienware m17 R3 gaming laptop now comes with a 360Hz screen

Dell has unveiled a refreshed version of its Alienware m17 R3 gaming laptop. It bumps up the refresh rate of its 17-inch FHD panel from 300Hz to 360Hz. There are also some improvements to the notebook's cooling system. However, Dell will reveal the laptop's price and availability later this month.
Anil Satyanarayana, 01 Sep 2020 20:00
The new Alienware 38 Gaming Monitor. (Source: Dell)

Dell's latest Alienware monitors include a 38-inch curved display with G-SYNC ULTIMATE

Dell has announced its new Alienware gaming monitors. This series has 25- and 27-inch flat variants, although its flagship is a 38-inch curved option. Dell asserts that this "best-in-class gaming monitor" will enhance immersion and quality, with the latest certifications from NVIDIA and VESA to boot.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2020 20:00
Alienware Area-51m R2. All images via Dell.

New Alienware Area-51m R2 features 360 Hz Full HD display, Comet Lake CPUs, and more

The new Alienware Area-51m R2 carries over much of what made the original Area-51m great while making some major improvements in key areas. Most eye-catching is the inclusion of a 360 Hz refresh rate Full HD display. This makes the Area-51m R2 the only laptop with this high of a refresh rate. Other highlights include options for Comet Lake CPUs and Nvidia GeForce RTX GPUs as well as a 12-phase power delivery system.
Sam Medley, 01 Sep 2020 20:00
The Xbox Series S may not resemble this fan render, but the console is real. (Image source: u/jiveduder)

Xbox Game Pass reference suggests that a Microsoft Xbox Series S announcement is due

Microsoft has not formally unveiled the Xbox Series S, but a reference to the console in Xbox Game Pass promotional material suggests that an announcement is close.
Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2020 18:46
Ampere cards like the GeForce RTX 3090 will support a host of new NVIDIA technologies (Image source: @CyberPunkCat)

NVIDIA elevates Ampere RTX and AI gaming capabilities with Omniverse Machinima, NVIDIA Reflex, NVIDIA Broadcast, and new RTX effects in Fortnite and Call of Duty: Cold War

Alongside the launch of its GeForce RTX 3000 Ampere series graphics cards, NVIDIA announced a lineup of new RTX and AI-powered technologies aimed squarely at gamers and streamers, including NVIDIA Reflex, Omniverse Machinima, and NVIDIA Broadcast.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 01 Sep 2020 18:45
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G. (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung addresses most major shortcomings of the original Fold in the new Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G; offers Snapdragon 865+ across all regions

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G foldable smartphone, which seeks address most of the shortcomings of the original Fold. The Galaxy Z Fold 2 will only be available in a Snapdragon 865+ version and comes with an improved CAM hinge, larger Cover Screen display, better usage and photography flexibility, and improved multitasking. One thing that is unchanged from the Fold, however, is the premium pricing that the Galaxy Z Fold 2 commands.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 01 Sep 2020 18:09
The Asus Zenfone 7 starts at €699 in Europe. (Image source: Asus)

Asus releases the Zenfone 7 and Zenfone 7 Pro in 11 more countries; no UK or US availability planned

Asus has made the Zenfone 7 and Zenfone 7 Pro available to purchase in eleven more countries, just not the UK or the US. The Zenfone 7 costs €699 for 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, while the Zenfone 7 Pro retails for €799 with the same volume of RAM and double the storage.
Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2020 18:02
The Zepp E Circle and Square are now shipping in the UK and US. (Image source: Zepp)

Updated | The Amazfit Zepp E is now shipping in the UK and US

The Zepp E is now shipping in the UK and US. The Zepp E is available in two styles, which both feature AMOLED screens, up to 15 days of battery life and a host of sensors. The Zepp E supports Bluetooth 5.0 BLE connectivity, too.
Update: Zepp has clarified its relationship with Amazfit.
Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2020 16:51
Is this the retail packaging of the GoPro Hero 9 Black? (Image source: @gadgetguy1020)

GoPro Hero 9 Black leak points toward 5K/30 FPS, HyperSmooth 3.0 and TimeWarp 3.0 capabilities for upcoming action camera

More details about the GoPro Hero 9 Black have leaked online. The latest leak appears to confirm the retail packaging of the device, along with several features including TimeWarp 3.0 and 8x slo-mo. The GoPro Hero 9 Black will seemingly be capable of shooting in 5K and RAW, too.
Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2020 16:34
The Galaxy Z Fold2 is live. (Source: YouTube)

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G crosses the US$2000 mark with ease in Europe

Today (September 1, 2020), Samsung has launched the Galaxy Z Fold2 5G for a number of markets worldwide, Germany included. This means we finally get to find out how the premium device is priced in various different regions. The new foldable has a recommended price of over €1900, in one European country at least.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2020 16:00
Realme presents the X3. (Source: YouTube)

The Realme V3 launches as the cheapest 5G phone in China

Realme has unveiled the eye-catching new X7 series of smartphones today (September 1, 2020) today during a virtual event in China. This launch also introduced a new member of the V line, which is also powered by a MediaTek Dimensity chipset. However, its specs allow for pricing that starts at just 999 yuan (~US$146).
Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2020 15:58
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