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Xiaomi may already ceased MIUI 11 beta development. (Image source: Weibo via @xiaomishka)

Rumour | Xiaomi ends MIUI 11 beta development as MIUI 12 roadmap appears online

MIUI 11 has not been around for long, but Xiaomi may have already ceased development for the OS. Set to be replaced by MIUI 12 later this year, a quickly deleted roadmap claims that Xiaomi will start issuing betas in late Q3 2020.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2020 17:35
Intel Core i5-1030NG7 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i5-1030NG7 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Ice Lake Y x86 4 cores @ 1100 - 3500 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i5-1030NG7 processor
Asus ZenBook Flip 15 UX563FD in review: Multimedia convertible for content creators

87% Asus ZenBook Flip 15 UX563FD in review: Multimedia convertible for content creators

Potent convertible. The Asus convertible shines with powerful hardware, a sleek metal case, a backlit keyboard, good battery life and a Pantone-validated 4K touchscreen display. For the latter, users have the choice between using their fingers or the included Active Pen for inputs.
Intel Core i7-10510U, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q, 15.6", 1.9 kg
Sascha Mölck, 24 Mar 2020 16:56
Intel Core i3-1000NG4 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i3-1000NG4 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Ice Lake Y x86 2 cores @ 1100 - 3200 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i3-1000NG4 processor
The Redmi Note 7 series is yet to receive an OS upgrade following its release in January 2019. (Image source: Spider's Web)

Android 10 for the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro is still in development, but there's no ETA for releasing the update

Waiting for Android 10 on your Redmi Note 7 or Redmi Note 7 Pro? Well unless you are willing to install builds, then Xiaomi will have you waiting for a while yet. That's right, the OS upgrade may be in development, but there is no ETA in sight for releasing it.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2020 15:41
DLSS 2.0 promises better image quality and improved fps. (Image Source: Nvidia)

Nvidia announces DLSS 2.0 to appease fans over next gen GPU delays

DLSS 2.0 promises to simplify game integration by providing a single generic neural network that can adapt to any game and engine. However, game developers will still be required to provide the real-time motion vector data on a per-game basis. Nevertheless, Nvidia claims that the overall image quality is much better and performance is almost on par with the first version.
Bogdan Solca, 24 Mar 2020 15:29
Intel Core i7-1060NG7 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i7-1060NG7 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Ice Lake Y x86 4 cores @ 1200 - 3800 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i7-1060NG7 processor
It seems that more Mi A3 handsets are now receiving Xiaomi's latest buggy Android 10 build. (Image source: Xiaomi)

PSA: Do not upgrade your Mi A3 to Xiaomi's latest buggy Android 10 update

Xiaomi has extended the rollout of the latest Android 10 update for the Mi A3, despite there being seemingly endless reports of it being as buggy as the last update that the company was forced to pull. Ignore Xiaomi's recklessness and do not install V11.0.8.0.QFQMIXM on your beloved smartphone.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2020 15:00
Vivo V19's launch has been canceled in India

Vivo indefinitely suspends V19 launch in India

Vivo just announced that it would suspend all launches in the Indian subcontinent. The move comes after the Indian government enacted measures that restricted the operations of 'non-essential' business. The company also announced that it would help Indian authorities fight the epidemic by providing them with medical equipment.
Anil Satyanarayana, 24 Mar 2020 14:24
The OnePlus 8 Pro's early AI Benchmark results do not impress. (Image Source: OnLeaks)

SD 865-powered OnePlus 8 Pro placed 22nd in AI-Benchmark results behind the Xiaomi Mi 10, Galaxy S20, and Oppo Find X2, Kirin 990-based phones top the chart

The OnePlus 8 Pro gets featured on the AI Benchmark leaderboard but seems to have mustered a rather mediocre score in the benchmark when compared to other flagship phones powered by the Snapdragon 865 and even some of the Kirin 810-powered phones. Leading the pack is the Kirin 990 5G in the Huawei Mate 30 Pro 5G, which is indicative of Huawei's prowess in NPU design.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 Mar 2020 13:29
Sony hasn't divulged what the real PS5 looks like yet. (Image source: Future)

Holiday 2020 is still on: Sony updates official PlayStation 5 landing page but remains tight-lipped about the PS5's price and release date

The landing page for the PlayStation 5 has been updated but unfortunately there is still no news about how much the console will cost, when it might be unveiled, or when the specific release date is. However, it seems the coronavirus pandemic may not have affected PS5 production, at least for the time being, as the holiday 2020 launch is still on.
Daniel R Deakin, 24 Mar 2020 13:28
The Redmi Smart TV Max supports Dolby sound. (Image source: Xiaomi/Gizchina)

Xiaomi announces the massive 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max that might be larger than your bed and costs 19,999 yuan (~US$2,832)

Xiaomi has introduced a huge television into the Redmi ranks in the form of the 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max. This giant smart device supports 4K resolution and comes with 4 GB RAM, 64 GB storage, and its own 12nm quad-core custom processor. The Redmi MAX has been priced at 19,999 yuan (~US$2,832) and is apparently 13.6% bigger than a single bed.
Daniel R Deakin, 24 Mar 2020 12:21
Intel announced the Lakefield architecture last year. (Image source: Intel)

Opinion | Comparing the Intel Lakefield Core i5-L15G7 to a Qualcomm 835 is pointless, and here's why

While the appearance of the Intel Lakefield-based Core i5-L15G7 may offer some insights into the upcoming processor and its architecture, performance is not one of them. Comparing benchmark results at this stage is a futile exercise, and muddies the waters of Lakefield's potential capabilities.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2020 12:01
Logitech's new 4K Pro Magnetic Webcam. (Source: Logitech)

Logitech has made its most high-end webcam for Mac users

Logitech has released one of its most high-end webcams yet in the form of the 4K Pro Magnetic Webcam. Designed with Apple’s expensive 32-inch 6K Pro Display XDR in mind, the secure mount holds the webcam firmly in place atop your visual pride and joy.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Mar 2020 11:57
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 can also be fitted with an AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS APU. (Image source: Asus)

AMD Ryzen 9 4900HS in Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 takes out Dell Precision 5540's Intel Core i9-9980HK in Geekbench multi-core contest

An Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 laptop has been spotted on Geekbench being tested along with its powerful new AMD Ryzen 9 4900HS APU. While the reported single-core scores held up well against the rival Intel Core i9-9980HK, the Renoir chip’s multi-core results surpassed what the Coffee Lake processor managed in the Dell Precision 5540 we tested.
Daniel R Deakin, 24 Mar 2020 11:21
HP Pavilion Gaming 15 in Review: Cheap gaming laptop with good battery life

75% HP Pavilion Gaming 15 in Review: Cheap gaming laptop with good battery life

Picasso meets Pascal. The Pavilion Gaming 15's combination of CPU and GPU is able to display all current PC games smoothly on the 15.6-inch screen. On top of that, it comes with an NVMe SSD, 8 GB of RAM (dual-channel mode) and very good battery life. However, the display is disappointing.
AMD Ryzen 5 3550H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 24 Mar 2020 10:59
Here's our first glimpse at HP's next-generation VR headset. (Source: HP)

HP partnering with Valve, Microsoft on new VR headset

HP has teased its latest VR headset and it looks like it will be a genuine challenger to the current top tier VR headsets on the market. The new headset has been designed in partnership with both Valve and Microsoft, suggesting that it could be something special.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Mar 2020 10:40
The Redmi K30 Pro offers almost everything a user could need. (Source: Redmi)

Xiaomi launches the Redmi K30 Pro and Redmi K30 Pro Zoom Edition - The nigh-perfect flagship killers

Xiaomi has now unveiled the Redmi K30 Pro and K30 Pro Zoom Edition. The phones feature the absolute best performance hardware on the market right now, and deliver virtually everything a smartphone enthusiast could want, at an extremely affordable price point.
Ricci Rox, 24 Mar 2020 09:41
Flagship Lenovo IdeaPad S940 with Core i7 Ice Lake, 16 GB LPDDR4x RAM, 512 GB SSD, and Thunderbolt 3 now on sale for $1000

Deal | Premier Lenovo IdeaPad S940 with Core i7 Ice Lake, 16 GB LPDDR4x RAM, 512 GB SSD, and Thunderbolt 3 now on sale for $1000

Lenovo's flagship 14-inch laptop with Intel Ice Lake is several hundred dollars off this week. If you don't want to wait two more months for the new 7 nm AMD Ryzen laptops, then now would be a good time to grab a high-end Ultrabook sporting Intel 10th gen CPUs.
Allen Ngo, 24 Mar 2020 05:49
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip review - The better foldable smartphone

83% Samsung Galaxy Z Flip review - The better foldable smartphone

Flip, flip, hooray! With the Galaxy Z Flip, Samsung is launching its second foldable smartphone, which features a folding concept similar to that of the Razr. The price is also similarly high, but the Samsung mobile phone promises a stronger configuration based on its data sheet. In this review you'll find out if the Galaxy Z Flip also convinces in everyday life or if it's just an expensive fashion gag.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ / 855 Plus, Adreno 640, 6.7", 183 g
Daniel Schmidt, 24 Mar 2020 04:15
Motorola Moto G8 Power

78% Motorola Moto G8 Power Smartphone Review: Plenty of battery life and good cameras

Never-ending battery life. With the Moto G8 Power, Motorola has refined the concept of an inexpensive smartphone with long battery life. Its hardware is not only suitable for everyday use, but it also has surprisingly good cameras. Read on to find what else the Moto G8 Power offers besides battery life and decent cameras.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, Adreno 610, 6.4", 197 g
Mike Wobker, 23 Mar 2020 23:47
WDC PC SN730 SDBPNTY-512G SSD Benchmarks

WDC PC SN730 SDBPNTY-512G SSD Benchmarks

M.2
WDC PC SN730 SDBPNTY-512G drive specs and benchmarks
Toshiba XG6 KXG60ZNV1T02 SSD Benchmarks

Toshiba XG6 KXG60ZNV1T02 SSD Benchmarks

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Toshiba XG6 KXG60ZNV1T02 drive specs and benchmarks
Toshiba XG6 KXG6AZNV512G NVMe SSD

Toshiba XG6 KXG6AZNV512G NVMe SSD

M.2 2280
Toshiba XG6 KXG6AZNV512G drive specs and benchmarks
The possible Pixel Buds 2 charging case. (Source: WPC)

A new leak points to second-generation TWS Google Pixel Buds on the way

Taiwan's NCC regulator has reportedly cleared a new set of TWS devices from Google. This suggests that the Pixel Buds debuted last year will see successors in 2020. However, it is difficult to guess from their new putative leak how the 2 generations might differ.
Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Mar 2020 19:23
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to advanced prevention measures worldwide. (Source: CDC)

Samsung, OPPO, Vivo and Xiaomi suspend work on their devices at their Indian facilities

Samsung, Xiaomi and OPPO are among a growing number of businesses announcing a shut-down of their plants in India in order to comply with this country's COVID-19-related lockdown measures. Meanwhile, Vivo has reportedly asked their R&D personnel in the same country to work at home thus far.
Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Mar 2020 18:53
Some cloud gaming market stats. (Source: Fortune Business Insights)

The cloud gaming market is now projected to be worth as much as US$56.57 billion by 2027

Cloud gaming is an emerging alternative to user-owned PC set-ups, in that the massive amounts of GPU power required to sustain it are accessed remotely. Its market had an estimated value of US$12.53 billion in 2018. However, a new report estimates it could acquire an additional ~$44 billion over the next 7 years.
Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Mar 2020 18:15
The ZenBuds have won 2020 design accolades. (Source: Huami)

Amazfit's ZenBuds win an iF Design Award in time for World Sleep Day 2020

Amazfit has announced that its iF Design Award for the innovative ZenBuds came in during the week of World Sleep Day this year (March 13, 2020). These TWS earbuds, appropriately enough, have been created in order to support improved nightly rest. They do so through an ultra-light and compact build, ANC and stress-busting features.
Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Mar 2020 17:05
The Redmi K30 Pro features a stacked motherboard. (Image source: Redmi via @xiaomishka)

Redmi K30 Pro: Teardown video confirms stacked motherboard, dual-OIS, in-screen fingerprint scanner and huge vapour chamber cooling system ahead of March 24 launch

With one to go until its launch, Xiaomi has given us a look at the insides of the Redmi K30 Pro. A separate video has shown off what lurks beneath the glass back of Xiaomi's upcoming flagship, too.
Alex Alderson, 23 Mar 2020 16:49
The new Dell XPS 13 9300 is a great subnotebook, but which components make sense?

The new Dell XPS 13 9300 is a great subnotebook, but which components make sense?

The 2020 version of the compact Dell XPS 13 is once again a very good subnotebook and we were quite impressed with it. After our review of the entry-level spec, many users probably wonder what configuration to get. We have a look at the available options.
Andreas Osthoff, 23 Mar 2020 16:24
The Redmi Note 9S. (Source: YouTube)

Xiaomi launches the Redmi Note 9S: a 9 Pro for more of the world

The Redmi Note 9S has been unveiled in an online event streamed via YouTube and Facebook. This phone is the Malaysian version of the 9 Pro, with nearly the exact same specs, as projected earlier. However, it is also to be released internationally in April 2020.
Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Mar 2020 16:22
Samsung SSD 970 EVO Plus 500GB SSD Benchmarks

Samsung SSD 970 EVO Plus 500GB SSD Benchmarks

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Samsung SSD 970 EVO Plus 500GB drive specs and benchmarks
Honor MagicWatch 2 Smartwatch Review: The Huawei clone convinces with graphical fitness charts

Honor MagicWatch 2 Smartwatch Review: The Huawei clone convinces with graphical fitness charts

Multi-function sports watch at an affordable price. The concept of cloning technology, which is usually practiced by Honor and Huawei with their smartphones, also works with smartwatches: Aside from some visual details, the Honor MagicWatch 2 is a clone of the Watch GT 2 from the parent company Huawei. It looks just as elegant and is just as good, and it is more affordable.
Huawei Kirin A1, 1.39", 41 g
Inge Schwabe, 23 Mar 2020 15:00
Windows 10 is a must-have for a majority of new PCs (Source: flickr.com)

Are discount Windows 10 licenses legal, and do they work?

Windows 10 is one of the most expensive pieces of software that many users will buy. If you're looking at significantly discounted license keys, here's what you should know about where they come from, how they work, and if they're the right option for you.
Christopher Thomas, 23 Mar 2020 13:27
Samsung Exynos 990 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Samsung Exynos 990 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Exynos M5 / Cortex A-76 / Cortex-A55 ARM 8 cores @ 2000 - 2730 MHz 7nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Samsung Exynos 990 processor
ARM Mali-G77 MP11 GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

ARM Mali-G77 MP11 GPU - Benchmarks and Specs

11 Valhall cores
Specifications and benchmarks of the ARM Mali-G77 MP11 graphics card for Smartphones.
The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT graphics card features 40 compute units. (Image source: AMD)

AMD enjoys gains in Mindfactory GPU and CPU sales data thanks to resurgent Radeon RX 5700 XT and consistent Ryzen 3000 demand

AMD has enjoyed a good week in terms of the sales data leaked from Mindfactory. Unsurprisingly, the popularity of the company’s Ryzen 3000 series has continued to help it keep a very strong lead over Intel in CPU sales; however, the previously stumbling Radeon RX 5000 series has enjoyed considerable uptake lately to greatly improve Team Red’s GPU share.
Daniel R Deakin, 23 Mar 2020 12:05
Apple's AirPower Qi-enabled wireless charging mat was publicly announced then, embarrinsly, publicly cancelled. (Source: Apple)

Rumor: Apple is having a crack at resuscitating its failed AirPower charging mat

Apple is said to be working once again on its failed AirPower project. The tip comes from Jon Prosser who has been a fountain of hot Apple tips lately yesterday pointing to a 5G iPad Pro model he says will debut later this year.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 23 Mar 2020 11:18
Samsung accounted for 14.1 percent of the global AP market in 2019

Samsung overtakes Apple and becomes the world's third-largest mobile chipmaker

Thanks to increased sales in India and the US, Samsung has finally managed to overtake Apple and to become the world's third-largest mobile chipmaker. Last year, the tech giant, headquartered in South Korea, was in control of 14.1 percent of the market, leaving Apple behind by only 1 percent.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Mar 2020 11:15
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro was praised for its generous 6 GB RAM and attractive design. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S offers similar AnTuTu result to Redmi Note 8 Pro but SD 720G should help avoid Helio G90T's notorious heat issues

A Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S has been tested on the AnTuTu benchmark and has offered up an appropriate mid-range score of 280,529 points. This puts the new smartphone in the same ballpark as the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro, although the two devices use processors from different companies. The Redmi Note 9S is a rebranded Redmi Note 9 Pro for certain markets.
Daniel R Deakin, 23 Mar 2020 11:03
Toshiba XG6 KXG60ZNV512G SSD Benchmarks

Toshiba XG6 KXG60ZNV512G SSD Benchmarks

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Toshiba XG6 KXG60ZNV512G drive specs and benchmarks
The MacBook Air 2020 utilizes non-configurable TDP Ice Lake parts from Intel. (Image source: Apple)

MacBook Air 2020 will offer the new Intel Core i3-1000NG4, i5-1030NG7, and i7-1060NG7 as processor options; i3 and i5 spotted on Geekbench 5

Apple has just unveiled the new MacBook Air model, but the specifications list on the official website did not disclose the full processor options. It appears buyers of the MacBook Air 2020 will be able to select from a choice of new Ice Lake SoCs: Intel Core i3-1000NG4, Intel Core i5-1030NG7, and Intel Core i7-1060NG7. These processors do not offer configurable TDPs unlike their similarly named counterparts.
Daniel R Deakin, 23 Mar 2020 09:27
The elusive 10 nm Core i7-1068G7 will be Intel's short-term response to the impending 7 nm AMD Ryzen 7 4700U/4800U (Image source: Intel)

The elusive 10 nm Core i7-1068G7 will be Intel's short-term response to the impending 7 nm AMD Ryzen 7 4700U

The Core i7-1068G7 was teased last year as the crown jewel of the Ice Lake series even though it has yet to appear on any laptop or mini PC as of this writing. If Intel doesn't push it out soon, then it will risk being overshadowed by the upcoming 7 nm AMD Renoir series.
Allen Ngo, 23 Mar 2020 08:01
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Renders of the Huawei P40 Pro. (Source: Ishan Agarwal)

Huawei P40 Pro: New leak reveals more information on Huawei's upcoming flagship phones

Huawei is set to debut the next iteration in its photography-focused P-series of premium phones later this week, and a new leak has revealed even more on the Huawei P40 and P40 Pro ahead of launch.
Ricci Rox, 22 Mar 2020 23:21
Axiomtek CEM521 with Intel Whiskey Lake-U - Front. (Image Source: Axiomtek)

Axiomtek CEM521 COM Express module comes with Intel Whiskey Lake-U and supports both Windows 10 and Linux

Axiomtek's new CE521 is a COM Express Type 6 compact form factor module based on Intel Whiskey Lake-U and comes with options of the Core i-series or Celeron 4305UE processor. The CE521 is designed for industrial IoT applications, comes with an assortment of connectivity options, and can run both Windows 10 and Linux.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 22 Mar 2020 19:27
Aukey's latest products with wireless charging. (Source: Aukey)

The latest wireless charger from Aukey has a fan to keep it cool

The well-known power accessories brand Aukey has launched the Graphite Pro 15W, a wireless charger that has won a 2020 iF Design Award for its futuristic form-factor. It integrates vents, a fan and "aviation-grade aluminum" to keep it cool during use. This device has been released alongside a slimline new power bank.
Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Mar 2020 19:22
Sculptor's new auto-rotating external monitor. (Source: Sculptor)

Sculptor presents its auto-rotating 4K external monitor on Indiegogo

Sculptor Monitor is a start-up that has launched its eponymous new external display on Indiegogo. The company claims that it addresses a number of drawbacks of the average standalone monitor with this new device. They include USB type C ports that only do data or charging, bulky designs and a lack of 4K.
Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Mar 2020 18:55
Cooling system of the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 is overtaxed with AMD Radeon RX 640

Cooling system of the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 is overtaxed with AMD Radeon RX 640

The Lenovo ThinkPad E15 does not only get extremely hot in our review, it also suffers from throttling. An overall problematic situation that makes us question the purpose of the AMD GPU in here.
Benjamin Herzig, 22 Mar 2020 18:24
Honor has set a launch date for the 30S. (Source: Weibo)

The new Kirin 820 SoC is on par with the Snapdragon 855: new leak

Huawei's high-value brand Honor will launch the 30S soon. This phone is also touted to debut the Kirin 820, a mid-range SoC said to integrate 5G. A Weibo tech blogger has just allegedly compared its Geekbench 4 scores to those of some former flagship chipsets.
Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Mar 2020 18:20
The Redmi K30 Pro and K30 Pro Zoom are IP53-certified against water and dust. (Image source: @xiaomishka)

Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro and K30 Pro Zoom Edition variants and prices revealed: Up to 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for the latter

The excitement in regard to Xiaomi’s Redmi China launch event is starting to build, and now it appears that the variants and some prices of both the Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro and Redmi K30 Pro Zoom Edition smartphones have been revealed. The top-end variant of the Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro Zoom Edition will offer users a massive 12 GB of memory and 512 GB of storage.
Daniel R Deakin, 22 Mar 2020 12:18
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