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May 23, 2021
The Mi A2 Lite has received the May 2021 security patch. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi releases the May 2021 security patch to the Mi A2 Lite, its first update in three months

Xiaomi has released a new update to the Mi A2 Lite, contrary to rumours that it had stopped supporting the device. V11.0.19.0.QDLMIXM contains the latest Android security patch and is rolling out now as an OTA download.
Alex Alderson, 23 May 2021 13:50
The upcoming Zen 4 CPUs will come with no pins. (Image Source: ITIGIC)

First AM5 socket details get leaked: AMD consumer solutions switching to LGA

Looking at previous consumer platform sockets, AMD has mostly been sticking with PGA designs. However, according to the latest leaks, AMD is making the jump to LGA with the upcoming Zen 4 CPUs, transfering all pins from the processor to the motherboard socket. AM5 will also feature dual-channel DDR5 support, but will unfortunately remain stuck on PCIe 4.0.
Bogdan Solca, 23 May 2021 12:02
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9

Why does Lenovo sabotage its flagship ThinkPad X1-series?

Flagship models are usually very expensive, but they usually offer special features or high-end components in return. This used to be the case for Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 models as well, but it seems like the priorities are starting to shift.
Column by Andreas Osthoff, 23 May 2021 10:59
The 2021 iMac Pro will purportedly sport new Apple M-series Silicon. (Image source: Apple/Medium/Vova LD - edited)

Flashy fan-made Apple iMac Pro 2021 renders accompany new claims about the potential future M-based workstation

Concept renders and a short animated clip of an iMac Pro 2021 have appeared online along with some fresh claims about the potential M-based Apple workstation. The design shown in the fan-made images should please those interested in snapping up the next Apple iMac Pro, which will apparently come in a 31.5-inch size.
Daniel R Deakin, 23 May 2021 10:23
MSI Summit B15 is basically a Modern 15 but with Thunderbolt 4 support

MSI Summit B15 is basically a Modern 15 but with Thunderbolt 4 support

How did two laptops with very different names end up looking exactly the same? MSI plans to eventually merge the Modern and Prestige series under one newer Summit name to avoid consumer confusion.
Allen Ngo, 23 May 2021 08:25
Nokia G10

76% Nokia G10 smartphone review - Sustainable cell phone for little money?

Nordic Beginner. Nokia's G10 is an entry-level smartphone with a large battery and a monthly update promise for 3 years. We will take a look at whether the inexpensive phone with the Scandinavian design is also convincing in everyday use in our review.
Mediatek Helio G25, PowerVR GE8320, 6.5", 197 g
Florian Schmitt, 23 May 2021 05:42
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Affordable and good-looking: The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10: Attractive design for 200 Euros

With the Redmi Note 10, Xiaomi delivers a successor to the Redmi Note 9 that not only looks good but also offers enough performance for everyday use.
Mike Wobker, 23 May 2021 00:51
May 22, 2021
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ALC05 in review: Compact, powerful, enduring

86% Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ALC05 in review: Compact, powerful, enduring

Compact powerhouse. Lenovo's 14-inch laptop offers a powerful APU, space for two NVMe SSDs, and very good battery runtimes. The RAM (16 GB, dual-channel mode) cannot be expanded.
AMD Ryzen 5 5500U, Vega 7, 14", 1.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 22 May 2021 23:45
Asus ZenBook 13 laptop review: Core i7-1165G7 versus Ryzen 7 5800U. Which one is the better ZenBook?

89% Asus ZenBook 13 laptop review: Core i7-1165G7 versus Ryzen 7 5800U. Which one is the better ZenBook?

Tough choice. For the first time, the ZenBook 13 is available with either an Intel or an AMD SoC. We already reviewed the AMD version (89%) that, unfortunately, still has poor availability, and now it's the Intel competitor's turn. Will the review reveal a clear decision in favor of one of the two manufacturers?
Intel Core i7-1165G7, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 13.3", 1.2 kg
Christian Hintze, 22 May 2021 22:48
Fully loaded Dell XPS 13 9310 with 11th gen Core i7, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB NVMe SSD now on sale for $1319 USD (Image source: Amazon)

Deal | Fully loaded Dell XPS 13 9310 with 11th gen Core i7, 16 GB LPDDR4x RAM, and 512 GB NVMe SSD now on sale for $1319 USD

Dell's most popular consumer Ultrabook is a few hundred dollars off at the moment with the highest-end Core i7 CPU option. It doesn't come with 4K, but we're absolutely fine with that considering the already small 13.4-inch screen size.
Allen Ngo, 22 May 2021 19:04
The Mi 11 Ultra's rear display is about to become a proper selling point. (Source: Xiaomi)

Mi 11 Ultra rear display set to finally get slew of camera features in imminent update

Xiaomi's Mi 11 Ultra features a secondary display on its rear but has received criticism for the poor implementation of that feature. That is set to change shortly, as new information indicates that an upcoming build will allow modes like video recording, portrait, and a bunch of other camera modes on the rear display.
Ricci Rox, 22 May 2021 18:42
The new OnePlus 40Y1. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus teases a new Y-series TV ahead of its May 2021 launch

OnePlus India has revealed that it will add a new member to its Y series of smart TVs soon. It has also already confirmed some of its specs ahead of its imminent launch, its 40-inch size, Dolby Audio support and 20W speakers included. It will debut via Flipkart on May 24, 2021.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 May 2021 15:32
The Kyocera Duraforce Ultra. (Source: YouTube)

The Kyocera Duraforce Ultra is tested for sapphire-enhanced durability in a new JerryRigEverything video

The Kyocera Duraforce Ultra is a 5G smartphone that has launched with claims of a profoundly rugged build topped off with a "Sapphire Shield" for its 5.45-inch display. The famous YouTube teardown channel JerryRigEverything has just released a video testing these claims with its usual battery of blades and Mohs hardness picks, not to mention more specialized equipment in this device's case. Can it live up to its lofty toughphone claims?
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 May 2021 14:29
The Pixel 6 will be a large smartphone compared to its predecessors. (Image source: 91Mobiles & OnLeaks)

Google Pixel 6: Leaked CAD renders showcase a 6.4-inch display but no periscope camera

Google Pixel 6 CAD renders have leaked, seemingly confirming several aspects of the upcoming flagship smartphone. The Pixel 6 will feature the same design as the Pixel 6 Pro, but it will be about as big as the Pixel 4 XL, not the smaller Pixel 4 or Pixel 5.
Alex Alderson, 22 May 2021 14:25
The new alleged evidence of the Note21's existence. (Source: Twitter)

Update | A "Samsung Store" leak re-ignites hopes for the Galaxy Note 21 series

A slew of leaks and rumors have purported to pronounce the Galaxy Note 21 series dead as of 2021. However, photos of what is claimed to be a piece of corporate art at a new physical Samsung store now dispute those claims. It incorporates the phablets' names alongside many of the OEM's pre-existing Android devices, suggesting they might be on the way after all
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 May 2021 13:34
A Watch 3 render. (Source: Huawei Central)

Huawei confirms a June 2, 2021 launch for HarmonyOS

Huawei has set a date for the launch of its first-party operating system, HarmonyOS, in its native China. The software may have originally been intended to replace Android on its smartphones, but may also ship with other new products such as the MatePad Pro 2 and Watch 3, which are also now expected to debut on the same day.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 May 2021 13:26
A 14-core Intel Alder Lake processor has taken a turn on Geekbench 5 with intriguing results. (Image source: Intel/Geekbench/VideoCardz - edited)

14-core Alder Lake-P processor splutters through Geekbench test with the usual curious results but retains promise of great things for Intel's 10 nm hybrid generation

An Alder Lake-P engineering sample has been spotted on Geekbench offering up a mixed bag of results that might not overawe anyone at the moment but does hint at greater things to come. The Intel Alder Lake hybrid chip utilized 14 cores and 20 threads for the benchmark run, and it even threw out a clearly misread maximum frequency of 27.1 GHz.
Daniel R Deakin, 22 May 2021 11:42
The new iPad Pro features Apple's Mac-optimized M1 processor and support for up to 16 GB of RAM making it more Mac-like than ever. (Image: Apple)

Opinion | Why Mac app support could be headed to iPadOS 15 (or why it should)

The reviews for the new M1-powered iPad Pro models are in and most, if not all, agree that the capabiliities of the hardware outstrip the power of iPadOS. There are signs, however, that Apple could be bringing Mac app support to the iPad and if it isn't planning on adding this capability in iPadOS, it should certainly consider it.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 May 2021 10:54
HP Omen 25i comes with a built-in Game Remastered mode. (Image Source: HP)

HP Omen 25i gaming monitor can make your old school PC or console game look much more appealing, also features always-visible Dynamic Crosshairs

HP has introduced the Omen 25i gaming monitor recently featuring a VESA DisplayHDR 400 and AMD FreeSync support. The Omen 25i is a FHD 165 Hz display that offers several software enhancements including Dynamic Crosshair, Edge Precision, Eye Ease, and Shadow Vision. The Omen 25i also includes a Game Remastered mode for enhancing old school PC and console classics.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 22 May 2021 06:36
The Huawei MateBook X (2020) in the test. (Image: Huawei)

88% Huawei MateBook X in review: Ultra-thin, extremely light and absolutely silent

Fanless lightweight. One kilogram light and only 13.6 mm thin - the Huawei MateBook X Silver Frost (2020) is one of the most compact notebooks ever. It is ultra-mobile and completely silent. But how does this affect the performance? Can you work reasonably with the device? Our test reveals the answer.
Intel Core i5-10210U, UHD Graphics 620, 13", 1 kg
Marcus Schwarten, 22 May 2021 06:21
We ran 3DMark on over 40 different laptops with 11th gen Core i7 Iris Xe graphics. These are the slowest and fastest models currently available

We ran 3DMark on over 40 different 11th gen Core i7 Iris Xe laptops: These are the slowest and fastest models you can buy

The slowest Tiger Lake Core i7 laptop can have up to 45 percent slower graphics performance than the fastest Tiger Lake Core i7 laptop each with the same Iris Xe GPU. If you're aiming for faster-than-average models, then our compiled list should be of some use.
Allen Ngo, 22 May 2021 05:15
May 21, 2021
The Mach.2 can achieve sequential throughput of up to 524 MB/s (Image source: Seagate)

Amid the ongoing Chia boom, Seagate just announced an HDD that's as fast as SATA SSDs

Seagate recently announced the 14TB Mach.2 hard disk drive, with a maximum sustained transfer speed of 524 MB/s. This would put its throughput in line with many conventional SATA SSDs and several times faster than other commercial HDDs.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 21 May 2021 22:05
The Redmi Note 10 Ultra. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 10 Ultra to be Xiaomi's affordable gaming device; scheduled for May 26 launch

Xiaomi is set to release a few other affordable devices on May 26. Leading the lineup will be the aptly named Redmi Note 10 Ultra, equipped with a 64 MP main camera, a MediaTek Dimensity 1100, and a 120 Hz AMOLED, all for a price tag that converts into less than US$300.
Ricci Rox, 21 May 2021 20:36
Here's what the OnePlus Watch Cyberpunk 2077 Edition looks like

OnePlus Watch Cyberpunk 2077 Edition launch date set for May 24 in China

OnePlus is all set to launch a Cyberpunk 2077-themed OnePlus Watch in China. Much like the limited-edition OnePlus 8T, the wearable will use UI elements from the game, such as a black and yellow colour scheme, font, and more. There is no word about its global launch just yet.
Anil Ganti, 21 May 2021 20:13
The Honor Play5 will be available in three colours. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Play5 launched with an OLED display, 66 W charging and a 64 MP quad camera

Honor has finally announced the Play5, a mid-range smartphone with plenty going for it. The device features an OLED display, a Dimensity 800U SoC and 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, along with five cameras.
Alex Alderson, 21 May 2021 19:51
A future Galaxy Z Fold smartphone may dispense with physical buttons. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Samsung patent hints at a redesigned Galaxy Z Fold with no physical buttons

Samsung has patented a button-less foldable smartphone, and one that looks an awful lot like the leaked Galaxy Z Fold3. The patent suggests that Samsung will employ some trickery to incorporate different sized capacitive buttons, too.
Alex Alderson, 21 May 2021 19:48
Apple may finally revamp the Mac mini's design this year. (Image source: Apple)

High-performance Mac mini tipped to arrive in a slimmer chassis

Rumour has it that Apple is developing a slimmer Mac mini. The new model will reputedly start at US$1,099 and will feature a ten-core Apple Silicon SoC that also has up to thirty-two GPU cores.
Alex Alderson, 21 May 2021 18:19
A render of how the MacBook Pro 14 could look. (Image source: Luke Miani & Ian Zelbo)

New details on Apple's MacBook Pro 2021 refresh emerge

Details on Apple's MacBook Pro 2021 refresh have emerged, thought to consist of the MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16. Both are expected to arrive this summer starting at US$1,799 and US$2,399, respectively.
Alex Alderson, 21 May 2021 18:15
AMD may have cancelled its Van Gogh architecture. (Image source: AMD)

AMD notebook silicon roadmap between 2020 and 2022 leaks with details on Rembrandt, Barcelo and Dragon Crest series

An AMD roadmap detailing the company's upcoming laptop processors has leaked. The roadmap highlights Rembrandt H, Rembrandt U, Barcelo U and Dragon Crest. Apparently, AMD has axed Van Gogh APUs.
Alex Alderson, 21 May 2021 17:23
The Realme GT is coming to Europe. (Source: AliExpress)

The Realme GT and Narzo 30 5G is coming to Europe via AliExpress

The GT is Realme's Snapdragon 888-powered flagship smartphone that launched early in 2021. Despite this, it has not made it far outside the Chinese market thus far. This situation will change soon however, with a release onto AliExpress' EU website. It will join the Narzo 30 5G on this platform in June of this year.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 May 2021 17:12
Honor outlines its plans for the 50 series. (Source: Twitter)

The Honor 50 series will come with the Snapdragon 778G processor

Rumors of the Honor 50 flagship smartphones' imminent launch has fueled speculation that these devices would be based on the top-end Snapdragon 888 SoC. However, the OEM has now officially announced that the series will go with the new 778G platform for premium mid-rangers instead, and that the new combination is set to launch in June 2021.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 May 2021 16:24
Intel Optane Memory H10 with Solid State Storage 32GB + 1TB HBRPEKNX0203AH(L/H) SSD Benchmarks

Intel Optane Memory H10 with Solid State Storage 32GB + 1TB HBRPEKNX0203AH(L/H) SSD Benchmarks

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Intel Optane Memory H10 with Solid State Storage 32GB + 1TB HBRPEKNX0203AH(L/H) drive specs and benchmarks
A good mid-range smartphone even without 5G: The Samsung Galaxy A52 4G

Samsung Galaxy A52 4G: Even without 5G a good successor

Since the availability of 5G across Germany is still something we are waiting for, it definitely makes sense to invest in an LTE smartphone. According to our test, the Samsung Galaxy A52 4G would be a good choice.
Mike Wobker, 21 May 2021 14:51
The 3K display option is based on LTPS LCD technology that is usually seen on smartphones. (Image Source: Tuxedo)

Tuxedo Infinity Book Pro 14 Linux laptop launched with 3K LTPS LCD display option and Tiger Lake-U CPUs

The new 14-inch Linux-based business laptop from Tuxedo weighs around 2.2 lbs and is fairly thin. CPU options include the i5-1135G7 and i7-1165G7 Tiger Lake-U CPUs with Iris Xe iGPUs, which can be coupled with up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 4 TB of PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD storage. This model is among the first to offer a 3K display with LTPS LCD technology that is usually seen on smartphones.
Bogdan Solca, 21 May 2021 14:50
The new SOUNDFORM Connect adapter. (Source: Belkin)

Belkin's new SOUNDFORM Connect can upgrade older speakers with Apple AirPlay 2

The SOUNDFORM Connect is a new Belkin audio adapter designed to bring any powered speaker with a 3.5mm or optical input into an Apple-heavy smart home set-up. The user can then control it via AirPlay 2 on their iPhone, iPad or TV. Therefore, a traditional speaker can become as responsive to voice-control and automation as shiny new high-tech models.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 May 2021 14:32
The new Watch 2 Pro. (Source: Realme)

Realme launches the Watch 2 Pro with 2 more days of battery life and a larger display compared to the base model

The Realme Watch 2 Pro is a new smartwatch with a blood-oxygen sensor, 90 sports modes and sleep-tracking - as does its vanilla sibling. However, it has a bigger 1.75-inch display, as well as the in-built GPS the plain Watch 2 lacks. It also has exclusive new watch-faces, as well as a larger battery rated for up to 14 days of use between charges.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 May 2021 13:37
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE smartphone is expected to come in an extensive range of colors. (Image source: Geekbench/LetsGoDigital/ConceptCreator - edited)

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Geekbench listing reveals Snapdragon 888 processor and series RAM downgrade

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (Fan Edition) smartphone has seemingly turned up on Geekbench and in the process has revealed some component secrets. The CPU information for the likely Galaxy S21 FE points to the presence of a Snapdragon 888. However, the memory information for the listing will be somewhat disappointing for potential buyers.
Daniel R Deakin, 21 May 2021 12:16
The Redmi Note 10 Pro is now receiving MIUI 12.5 across the board. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi expands MIUI 12.5 rollout for the Redmi Note 10 Pro

Xiaomi began the MIUI 12.5 rollout for the Redmi Note 10 Pro last week, but is now expanding it to include the European model of the device. This means that the global, Indian, and European are now receiving the MIUI 12.5 update, albeit only in stable beta form.
Ricci Rox, 21 May 2021 12:12
The original Redmi Note 8 came with an SD 665 but the 2021 model could sport a Helio G85. (Image source: Xiaomi/Qualcomm/MediaTek - edited)

Redmi Note 8 vs Redmi Note 8 2021: Likely specs differences as Xiaomi celebrates 25 million units sold of the former and officially confirms the latter

Xiaomi has officially confirmed the existence of the Redmi Note 8 2021 as part of an announcement revealing over 25 million unit sales for the original Redmi Note 8 smartphone, which was launched in 2019. Rumors about the Note 8 2021’s specs show some key differences with those of the 2019 model, especially in regard to the SoC.
Daniel R Deakin, 21 May 2021 10:15
Samsung Galaxy A72 smartphone review - Fine tuning for the mid-range champion

82% Samsung Galaxy A72 smartphone review - Fine tuning for the mid-range champion

Success Model 2.0. Samsung has relaunched its mid-range top model: The Galaxy A72 is even better than the already strong predecessor and has, among other things, the larger battery and better cameras. As the review shows, the Galaxy A72 should also be the standard against which all mid-range rivals have to measure themselves this year.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, Adreno 618, 6.7", 203 g
Manuel Masiero, 21 May 2021 07:21
May 20, 2021
The Nubia Z30 Pro. (Source: Nubia)

The Nubia Z30 Pro launches with triple 64MP rear cameras - and no under-display camera

Nubia's Z30 Pro is a new Snapdragon 888-powered flagship smartphone with a generous amount of high-end specs, including a 144Hz 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, quad rear cameras and 120W ultra-fast charging. Then again, it has also launched with a punch-hole selfie shooter, rather than the next-gen under-display alternative hinted at in earlier leaks.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 May 2021 23:24
Xiaomi Redmi Note 10

81% Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 smartphone in review: IP-certified smartphone for under 200 Euros

No NFC, but infrared is included. The list of features of the Redmi Note 10 is not particularly long, but it draws attention with things like an AMOLED display, a 48 MP main camera, and a large battery. Our review will clarify what the device is ultimately capable of in everyday use.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 678, Adreno 612, 6.43", 178.8 g
Mike Wobker, 20 May 2021 22:58
The new CTL monitor design. (Source: CTL)

CTL launches new FHD and QHD thin-bezel productivity-focused monitors

CTL, a company that normally caters to the needs of modern offices or schools in its devices, has announced a pair of monitors touted to match up to this reputation. The 24-inch FHD IP2381 has a VA IPS panel, whereas the IP2781 is an ADS QHD 27-inch display. They both have the same new minimalist stand and bezels, however.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 May 2021 21:49
AMD's "Gaming Super Resolution" could offer Radeon gamers an alternative to ease the hit of enabling ray-tracing (Image source: AMD)

"Gaming Super Resolution" patent hints that AMD's DLSS alternative will be platform-agnostic

An AMD patent filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office offers a glimpse at how its DLSS-competitor, apparently named "Gaming Super Resolution," could work.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 20 May 2021 21:49
Upcoming Intel Xeon server CPUs will feature Golden Cove cores, meaning a considerable boost to IPC (Image source: Intel)

Intel seemingly confirms that Sapphire Rapids server parts will feature next-gen "Golden Cove" cores

Intel's Andi Kleen submitted a new patch for the Linux kernel in which he stated that Intel's upcoming Sapphire Rapids server parts will use Golden Cove cores, not Willow Cove, as seen in Tiger Lake CPUs.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 20 May 2021 21:29
The ROG Flow X13 has been upgraded to Ampere GPUs, albeit 35 W ones. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS ROG Flow X13 upgraded to NVIDIA's latest GeForce RTX 30 series GPUs; 35 W SKUs only

The ROG Flow X13 has received an upgrade to NVIDIA's latest RTX 30 series GPUs. The laptop remains available with AMD Ryzen 9 5000 APUs, which ASUS has paired with either the GeForce RTX 3050 or the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti.
Alex Alderson, 20 May 2021 20:58
MIUI 12.5 has reached the Mi 11 on MIUI's European and Global branches. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi seeds MIUI 12.5 to the Mi 10 Pro and the Mi 11

MIUI 12.5 is now available to the Mi 11 globally. The Mi 10 Pro has started receiving Xiaomi's latest OS on its European branch, too.
Alex Alderson, 20 May 2021 20:53
Here's yet another look at the Google Pixel 6 Pro

New Google Pixel 6 Pro renders shed light on camera bump, screen size, thickness, and more

We now have yet another look at the Google Pixel 6 Pro, thanks to some fresh renders that emerged online. They showcase the phone's obnoxiously large camera bump and tell us about some key specs, such as its screen size, thickness, and more.
Anil Ganti, 20 May 2021 20:45
MSI Summit B15 A11M Laptop Review: Embracing Iris Xe Over GeForce MX

81% MSI Summit B15 A11M Laptop Review: Embracing Iris Xe Over GeForce MX

Modern family. The MSI Modern 15 gets a new lease in life as the Summit B15. Though visually similar, the system now supports Thunderbolt 4 alongside all the performance benefits of Tiger Lake without needing to rely on discrete GeForce MX graphics.
Intel Core i7-1165G7, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 15.6", 1.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 20 May 2021 19:11
As far as large OLED panels are concerned, AUO could become a serious competitor for LG in the near future. (Image Source: AUO)

AUO presents 32-inch inkjet printed AMOLED panel and 5.6-inch rollable dual-sided AMOLED screen

AUO is now able to make 32-inch AMOLED screens with the inkjet printing technology that requires far fewer materials and also reduces production costs. The current 4K 144 Hz panels are said to be brighter and offer a wider color gamut compared to conventional OLEDs produced by LG. On the other hand, the rollable displays come with dual-side screens, and each screen is now 50% thinner, while maintaining the same brightness. These 5.6-inch screens are more durable, allowing for more than 100,000 rolls at 9 mm curvature.
Bogdan Solca, 20 May 2021 18:30

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