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Here's what the Xiaomi Mi 11 and Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro may have in store for us

Alleged Xiaomi Mi 11 and Mi 11 Pro specifications surface on Weibo

Some Xiaomi Mi 11 and Mi 11 Pro specifications have shown up online. Both phones are tipped to come with a 1440p screen that refreshes at 120Hz. The Mi 11 Pro will allegedly support fast charging at 120W. Xiaomi is expected to unv...

Anil Satyanarayana, Thu, 03 Dec 2020 11:01:00 +0100

AMD could be working on its own Apple M1 competitor prototype. (Image Source: Guru3D)

Rumor | AMD rumored to have a prototype Apple M1 competitor in the works

AMD may have an Apple M1 competitor in the works. Rumor is that there are two versions of this chip being developed, with and without integrated RAM. It is possible that AMD could be looking to revive its K12 Core design or improv...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, Thu, 03 Dec 2020 08:27:00 +0100

Some lucky Galaxy S20 users have received the One UI 3.0 update on their devices

Stable One UI 3.0 update rolling out for the Samsung Galaxy 20 series on Verizon

Some Galaxy S20 users have reportedly received the One UI 3.0 update on their Samsung Galaxy S20 smartphones. The software gives several Stock apps a new look and comes with the October 2020 security patch. Other Galaxy S20 varian...

Anil Satyanarayana, Thu, 03 Dec 2020 07:14:00 +0100

Practical Accell Air USB-C and HDMI docking station works on both laptops and select Android smartphones (Source: Accell)

Practical Accell Air USB-C and HDMI docking station works on both laptops and select Android smartphones for $99 USD

The pocket-sized dock is compatible with MacOS, ChromeOS, Windows, and Android and it includes a one-year manufacturer warranty.

Allen Ngo, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 23:24:00 +0100

Samsung updates the Galaxy S20 FE and S9 series with December 2020 security patches

The Galaxy S9 is a 2018 flagship. Nevertheless, its maker Samsung has reportedly updated it with the latest Android security patch. The more recent premium mid-ranger the Galaxy S20 FE has joined it in this respect.

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 22:59:00 +0100

Some iPhone 12s seem to have problems staying on 5G. (Source: Apple)

iPhone 12s on AT&T and Verizon are losing 5G signals in the US

Several iPhone 12-series device owners have taken to the Apple Support Community to complain that their new flagships are losing connectivity while using 5G networks. Many of them report that they are in the United States and are ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 22:11:00 +0100

Some Oukitel WP10 features. (Source: Oukitel)

The Oukitel WP10 is a rugged 5G 8000mAh battery phone with a December 2020 sale coming up

The Oukitel WP10 as a rugged phone with a massive 8000mAh battery. It is powered by the Dimensity 800 processor, which also makes it 5G. It launched at a price of US$670, but has a promotional event coming up that will bring that ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 21:18:00 +0100

Deal | AMD Ryzen 9 Asus Zephyrus G14 keeps getting discounted, now down to just $1200 USD for Core i9 level of performance

One of AMD's fastest mobile CPUs can only be found on a select few laptops. Thankfully, these same laptops are frequently on sale to be much cheaper than their Intel equivalents.

Allen Ngo, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 20:09:00 +0100

It seems that Qualcomm has codenamed the Snapdragon 888 'lahaina'. (Image source: Qualcomm)

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 comes out swinging on Geekbench

Qualcomm only unveiled the Snapdragon 888 yesterday, but a new entry on Geekbench with the chipset has already appeared. The device is codenamed the Vivo V2056A, but it is not the only device on the benchmarking website to feature...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 19:53:00 +0100

The NanoPi R4S features dual Gigabit Ethernet. (Image source: FriendlyELEC)

FriendlyELEC releases the NanoPi R4S for US$45

The NanoPi R4S is now orderable from FriendlyELEC. The single-board computer starts at US$45 and comes with a Rockchip RK3399 chipset. The device is available with 1 GB or 4 GB of RAM and an optional CNC metal case.

Alex Alderson, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 19:49:00 +0100

Over a dozen OEMs will release smartphones with the Snapdragon 888 chipset. (Image source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm confirms that over a dozen OEMs will use the Snapdragon 888 in their smartphones

Consumers will be spoilt for choice over smartphones with the Snapdragon 888, according to Qualcomm. The new flagship chipset will feature in devices from at least thirteen OEMs, even from the likes of LG.

Alex Alderson, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 19:45:00 +0100

The AOC C32G2AE and CQ32G2SE are both 31.5-inch and 165 Hz gaming monitors. (Image source: AOC)

AOC C32G2AE and CQ32G2SE: Two curved gaming monitors launched with 31.5-inch panels, 165 Hz refresh rates and 1 ms response times

The AOC C32G2AE and CQ32G2SE are two 31.5-inch and 165 Hz gaming monitors. The pair have a 1500R curvature and a 3,000:1 contrast ratio too with support for AMD FreeSync Premium. The C32G2AE is a 1080p monitor though, whereas the ...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 19:42:00 +0100

The Redmi Note 9 4G will arrive in India as the Redmi 9 Power. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi 9 Power will be India's answer to the Redmi Note 9 4G

Xiaomi has another smartphone release in India planned. This time it is a rebadged version of the Redmi Note 9 4G, which the company unveiled in China last month. The device will be sold as the Redmi 9 Power in India, according to...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 19:39:00 +0100

The Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G offers a 108 MP camera. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 9 4G, Redmi Note 9 5G, Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G earn Xiaomi a fortune with sales hitting an estimated US$59 million

Xiaomi launched a new trio of Redmi Note 9 series devices a few days ago. The phones look to have stunned commercially, with company man Lu Weibing announcing that over 300,000 units of the new phones were sold on day one.

Ricci Rox, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 19:38:00 +0100

Philips is pursuing legal action in India. (Source: Philips)

Philips takes legal action to prevent the sale of Xiaomi mobile devices in India

The electronics company Philips has petitioned the High Court of Delhi to block the sale, production or import of certain smartphones in India. Their OEM, Xiaomi, has been accused of infringing on Phliips' patents in making the de...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:59:00 +0100

Cyberpunk 2077 Photo Mode trailer (Source: Cyberpunk 2077 on YouTube)

Cyberpunk 2077: Photo Mode shown in a new official trailer

The trailer that has been released earlier today and has been watched by over 280,000 people already shows the entire plethora of features available for Cyberpunk 2077 players who will be using the Photo Mode. The categories of se...

Codrut Nistor, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:39:00 +0100

One UI 3.0 will begin rolling out later this month to the Galaxy S20 series. (Image source: SamMobile)

Samsung announces One UI 3.0 and Android 11 upgrade schedule for 41 devices

Samsung plans to upgrade at least 41 devices to One UI 3.0 by September 2021, according to an official upgrade plan. The company will begin with the Galaxy S20 series this month, before moving onto the Galaxy S10, Galaxy Note 10, ...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:24:00 +0100

An affordable flagship from Motorola is coming in 2021

Motorola to release a Snapdragon 888-powered Moto G smartphone in 2021

Motorola is all set to launch a smartphone running Qualcomm's newest Snapdragon 888 SoC. Unlike the company's previous high-end offerings, this device will be released as a part of the Moto G series. The affordable flagship smartp...

Anil Satyanarayana, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:06:00 +0100

Are these the Galaxy Buds Pro? (Source: Voice)

Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro leak via the FCC and Evan Blass ahead of their launch

An earlier tip dropped a strong hint that the successors to the Galaxy Buds Live TWS earbuds would be called the Buds Pro. Now, their certification with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) all but confirms this state of af...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:03:00 +0100

The Galaxy Note series is on its way out, according to Reuters. (Image source: Samsung)

Reuters source confirms the end of the Samsung Galaxy Note series with no Galaxy Note 21 planned

A restructure of Samsung's flagship smartphones is afoot. Following multiple rumours concerning the end of the Galaxy Note series and the Galaxy Note21 being the last of its kind, Reuters now claims that Samsung will roll its S-Pe...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:07:00 +0100

The new Gx1 Pro is the first mini laptop to feature an FHD touchscreen. (Image Source: One-Netbook)

One-Netbook upgrades the Gx1 Pro portable console/laptop with Tiger Lake Core i7-1160G7 CPUs and 7-inch FHD screen

The latest iteration of the Gx1 Pro portable console that doubles as a mini laptop is the first to include an FHD touchscreen. It also gets a CPU upgrade with the Tiger Lake i7-1160G7 quad-core that integrates a 96 EU Xe iGPU, plu...

Bogdan Solca, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 15:01:00 +0100

NVIDIA has let slip that there will be at least one more RTX 3060 card. (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA sets expectations for more RTX 3060 cards as it publishes RTX 3060 Ti performance benchmarks

The RTX 3060 Ti is only the start of the RTX 3060 family, according to NVIDIA. Announced via a blog post, NVIDIA is expected to bring at least the RTX 3060 and RTX 3060 mobile to market from early next year. The company has also p...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 14:46:00 +0100

The Realme 'Race' will be released internationally. (Image source: GSMArena)

Realme 'Race' announced with Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 888 as design and specifications leak

Realme has announced its next flagship smartphone. Codename 'Race', the device will debut with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 chipset. Realme is quiet on details about the Race, but the design and some specifications have already leake...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:47:00 +0100

The latest OS upgrade for the Nintendo Switch brings multiple changes. (Image source: Andrew Te)

The Nintendo Switch receives new features with V11.0.0 OS update

The Nintendo Switch has received one of its biggest updates yet thanks to V11.0.0. Not only does the update improve the stability of the console, but it adds several new features, including the ability to transfer screenshots to a...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:42:00 +0100

The Fall 2020 update has finally arrived for more Wear OS smartwatches. (Image source: SlashGear)

Google begins rolling out the Wear OS H-MR2 update to more smartwatches

The Wear OS H-MR2 update is now receiving a wider rollout, rolling its release on the Suunto 7 in September. H-MR2 continues to be based on Android 9.0 Pie, but it promises improved battery life and better performance among other ...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 21:36:00 +0100

Microsoft may distribute more features via Windows Experience Packs. (Image source: Clint Patterson)

Microsoft releases initial Windows 10 Feature Experience Pack with two new features

Windows 10 has received a major update with new features biannually in recent years. Microsoft plans to change this approach though, and will introduce some new features via what it calls Feature Experience Packs. The first is now...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 21:32:00 +0100

Mobvoi unleashes the TicWatch Pro 3 4G/LTE on the European market

The TicWatch Pro 3 4G/LTE is a 2020 dual-display smartwatch with standalone cellular connectivity. It is now on sale in Europe, although it is only usable through 1 carrier in the UK, Spain and Germany thus far. It is available on...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 21:31:00 +0100

The Mi 11 will succeed the Mi 10. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi announces the Mi 11 ahead of tipped January launch; to feature the new Snapdragon 888

Xiaomi has now officially announced its next-gen flagship phone, Mi 11. While details of the device remain unknown, the company confirmed that it will be powered by the all-new Snapdragon 888—Qualcomm's most powerful chipset yet. ...

Ricci Rox, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 21:02:00 +0100

With its midrange P Smart 2021 smartphone, Huawei bets on a processor that was manufactured by a Chinese partner for the first time.

Huawei remains far behind its competitors: Kirin 710A not competitive in the test

With its first Chinese-manufactured SoC, Huawei did not prove to be competitive - at least not in the price range targeted by the Chinese manufacturer. Even the...
HiSilicon Kirin 710A | ARM Mali-G51 MP4 | 6.67" | 206 g

Marcus Herbrich, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 20:57:00 +0100

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 for students and home users down to just $499 this week to be its cheapest ever

Deal | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 for students and home users down to just $499 USD this week to be its cheapest ever

The laptop sports a sleek and smooth aluminum design that looks and feels way better than any HP Pavilion or Dell Inspiron for the same price.

Allen Ngo, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 20:44:00 +0100

Lenovo debuts the Legion 5 in India. (Source: Twitter)

Lenovo releases the Legion 5 with a Ryzen 5 4600H processor to the Indian market

The Legion 5 (AMD) has Renoir-based processors and an up to 144 hertz (Hz) FHD display. It is now on the OEM's Indian-division webstore, although not in its top Ryzen 7 4800H-powered SKU. It goes for a price translating to ~US$140...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 20:36:00 +0100

Custom RTX 3060 Ti cards will be way above NVIDIA's MSRP at launch. (Image source: NVIDIA)

Leaked prices suggest that custom NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti will be absurdly expensive

NVIDIA claims that the new GeForce RTX 3060 Ti will cost US$399, but leaked prices suggest that custom cards will be nowhere near that level. Instead, custom cards are expected to launch tomorrow for 20% to 66% higher than NVIDIA'...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 20:08:00 +0100

The Eve V 2021 uses Intel's Tiger Lake platform. (Image source: Eve Devices)

The Eve V 2021 goes up for pre-order with a high starting price and a long lead time

Eve has finally made the successor to the Eve V available. However, the 2-in-1 effectively starts at US$1,449 with a keyboard and pen, and it will not begin shipping until Q3 2021 at the earliest. The Eve V 2021 packs some impress...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 19:49:00 +0100

Cyberpunk 2077 multiplayer will be standalone and might take at least a year to be ready as of early December 2020

Cyberpunk 2077 multiplayer confirmed to arrive as a standalone product

When talking about what we considered to be the multiplayer mode in Cyberpunk 2077, CD Projekt CEO revealed during an investor call that it is "a separate dedicated production" that is considered to be "a standalone product" altho...

Codrut Nistor, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 19:17:00 +0100

The Amazfit Pop Pro offers plenty of connectivity for its low price. (Image source: Huami)

Huami Amazfit Pop Pro released for ~US$60 with GPS, a SpO2 sensor and up to nine days of battery life

The Amazfit Pop Pro offers almost an unbelievable amount of smartwatch for about US$60. Despite its relatively low price, the Pop Pro has a GPS module, a SpO2 sensor, 5 ATM waterproofing, NFC and up to nine days of battery life.

Alex Alderson, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 18:26:00 +0100

The Amazfit GTS 2 mini retails for CNY 699 (~US$106). (Image source: Huami)

Huami Amazfit GTS 2 mini arrives with a large AMOLED screen and a minimal design

The Amazfit GTS 2 mini builds on the GTS 2, albeit by being a cheaper and smaller alternative to Huami's recent smartwatch. The feature set has been shrunk compared to the Amazfit GTS 2, as has the size of the display and watch bo...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 18:24:00 +0100

The Melomania Touch will be available from January 1 in multiple countries. (Image source: Cambridge Audio)

Cambridge Audio launches new Melomania Touch earbuds with up to 50 hours battery life

Cambridge Audio's second crack at TWS earbuds is here, and the company has packed in plenty of features despite their compact size. The Melomania Touch has up to 50 hours battery life, Qualcomm aptX support, touch controls, a tran...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 17:47:00 +0100

Update | Eve Devices confirms that its upcoming launch is for the V 2020

Earlier, Eve Devices had hinted that its next product event would be for its long-hyped second-gen convertible PC, the V 2020. Now, the OEM has confirmed that this is the case. It has also teased the device with some specs and pre...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 16:28:00 +0100

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 will power flagship smartphones in 2021

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 launched with integrated X60 5G modem, better NPU, faster ISP, and more

Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 888 SoC is finally here. It comes with a new integrated 5G modem that supports both sub-6GHz and mmWave networks and an ISP that is up to 35% faster than its predecessor. The chipset is likely to mak...

Anil Satyanarayana, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 16:25:00 +0100

The gaming market may stay quite healthy until at least 2025. (Source: Sony)

The gaming market is now estimated to be worth over US$256 billion by 2025

The latest market research reports on gaming worldwide indicate that this space has grown to about US$159 billion in 2020. Furthermore, this value is thought to grow to US$256.97 billion over the next 5 years. This may be influenc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 16:13:00 +0100

A render of the Galaxy S21 series, according to Ice Universe. (Image source: Ice Universe)

Samsung tipped to give the Galaxy S series a price cut for next year's S21, S21 Plus and S21 Ultra

Samsung is planning to drop the price of its Galaxy S series, according to reports from South Korea. The price cut will be effective across the Galaxy S series, with the S21, S21 Plus and S21 Ultra set to be US$100-US$150 cheaper ...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 15:34:00 +0100

The Zepp Z retails for US$349, but it is also available in the UK and the Eurozone. (Image source: Huami)

Zepp Z: Huami has also released an ECG and NFC version of its new smartwatch

Huami only unveiled the Zepp Z in the middle of November, but it turns out that there is a second version of it. The second model includes an ECG monitor and an NFC module, which were both missing from the Zepp Z that Huami announ...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 15:28:00 +0100

Sharkoon TG5 RGB Silent PCGH Edition ATX case (Source: Sharkoon)

Sharkoon intros the TG5 RGB Silent PCGH Edition ATX case

Sharkoon's latest case, namely the TG5 RGB Silent PCGH Edition, comes with damping mats on the top and side panel, as well as special fans designed to keep things as quiet as possible by running at only 800 RPM. The manufacturer's...

Codrut Nistor, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 15:14:00 +0100

The NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti takes on the RTX 2080 Super for US$300 less. (Image Source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA announces the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti for US$399 — More performance than the RTX 2080 Super for US$300 less and 50 W lower TGP

NVIDIA has announced the first GPU in the RTX 3060 family, the RTX 3060 Ti for US$399. The RTX 3060 Ti effectively replaces the RTX 2060 Super but is slated to offer more performance than the RTX 2080 Super at lower power draws. T...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 15:12:00 +0100

AMD SAM is now available on select Intel motherboards from Asus. (Image Source: AMD)

Asus implements Resizable BAR (aka AMD SAM) support on Intel Z490, H470 and B460 motherboards

Asus is already offering public beta BIOS versions supporting the Resizable BAR feature on most of its Intel Z490, H470 and B460 motherboards, while the BIOS versions supporting AMD's SAM for older X470 and B450 models is still re...

Bogdan Solca, Tue, 01 Dec 2020 15:02:00 +0100

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