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Oct 3, 2020

Tiger Lake Iris Xe G7 3DMark scores rival the GeForce MX350 — so why is it still so much slower when gaming? (Image source: Nvidia)

Tiger Lake Iris Xe G7 and GeForce MX350 are neck-to-neck in 3DMark — so why is the Intel chip still so much slower when gaming?

Unoptimized drivers, a shared TDP pool, and lack of VRAM on the Iris Xe G7 may be attributing to some steep performance deficits when compared to the GeForce MX150, MX250, or MX350 series when running certain games. A select few titles, however, show the Intel chip to be on par with Nvidia.

Allen Ngo, 03 Oct 2020 18:11

The new "Huawei monitor". (Source: ITHome)

Huawei has a new, 24-inch slim-bezel monitor in the works: new leak

A Chinese tech blog has posted what it claims as renders of an upcoming monitor from the OEM Huawei. It shows that this apparent 23.8-inch model is to have an IPS display with a 3-side-near-borderless design. The device may also have a rear panel finished in matte gray, if few ports on this side.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Oct 2020 17:44

The Legion Phone Duel. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo releases the Legion Phone Duel to European markets

Lenovo's French, Italian, Spanish and German divisions now list the Legion Phone Duel on their regional websites. It is priced at €999 (about US$1170) on all of them. However, there are introductory offers of some additional accessories as free gifts wiith purchase, including the Yoga Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) headphones.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Oct 2020 17:03

EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1200 PRO LED touch display up close (Source: Own)

EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1200 PRO hands-on: Innovative touch controls, no software, excellent sound

Absolutely no software companion and a touch display to control its features. How well can this piece of hardware get the job done and is it worth the price tag of almost US$250? These are the two essential questions that we have to answer in today's hands-on review of the EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1200 PRO USB DAC/headphone amplifier.

Codrut Nistor, 03 Oct 2020 17:00

Most consumers still value convenience over price when upgrading a smartphone. (Source: Counterpoint Research)

Most consumers from Germany or Spain surveyed prefer to buy phones online now, whereas those from the UK do not

A new report from Counterpoint Research on smartphone-buying trends in Europe has concluded that the majority of poll respondents from Spain or Germany would prefer to buy their next mobile device online. By contrast, only 10% of UK participants prefer online platforms, preferring some hands-on time with their choices before buying.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Oct 2020 16:25

The GeForce RTX 3070 will now arrive on October 29. (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 official performance figures confirm 60% advantage over the RTX 2070 and a consistent uplift from the RTX 2080 Ti

NVIDIA has published initial performance figures for the GeForce RTX 3070, which will arrive on October 29. The Ampere card is apparently over 60% faster than the RTX 2070 in mixed applications and around 8% more powerful than the RTX 2080 Ti.

Alex Alderson, 03 Oct 2020 15:52

The Xiaomi Mi A3 is into its final year of software support. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A3 receives a new update as Android 11 development begins

The Xiaomi Mi A3 has received a new update, this time for the European variant of the Android One handset. Android 11 development has apparently begun for the device too, although it will probably be the last OS update for the Mi A3.

Alex Alderson, 03 Oct 2020 15:41

The Apple A14 Bionic's Geekbench score has been posted online

Apple A14 Bionic Geekbench listing shows that Apple's silicon is still miles ahead of Qualcomm and Samsung

Apple's newest A14 Bionic mobile SoC has made its first appearance on Geekbench alongside an iPad Air 4. It nets a single-core score of 1,538 and a multi-core score of 4,198. Like always, Apple's flagship silicon convincingly outperforms everything Qualcomm/Samsung has to offer.

Anil Satyanarayana, 03 Oct 2020 13:10

PS5 devkit in action or deep fake? (Image source: Reddit - u/wsb_BernieMadoff)

Alleged PlayStation 5 devkit UI leak has fans in a tizzy as boot time is longer than that of the Xbox Series X

A short video clip of the alleged PlayStation 5 boot screen and user interface (UI) has surfaced that appears to involve a devkit rather than a retail model of the PS5. The video shows a black DualSense controller being used to presumably start up the console, and then the boot screen and UI eventually appear on a monitor.

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Oct 2020 11:10

Both reference and custom RX 5700 models are apparently being discontinued (Image source: AMD)

AMD’s Navi RX 5700 has reached end-of-life, weeks ahead of RDNA2 launch

French outlet Cowcotland claims that the first-gen Navi RX 5700 is no longer being manufactured, just weeks ahead of AMD’s supposed RDNA2 hard launch. Interestingly, the RX 5700 XT, RX 5600 XT, and even a number of older Polaris cards are still being manufactured, per the report.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 03 Oct 2020 10:12

Possible undressed PS5 with cooling fan exposed. (Image source: Reddit via NeoGAF)

PlayStation 5 appears uncovered for the first time as white side plate image reveals "naked" console in the background

A “naked” PlayStation 5 console has seemingly been revealed in an image recently shared on social media. While the majority of the photo is taken up by one of the white side panels of the next-gen console, it’s believed that there is an uncovered PS5 hiding in the background, with its exposed fan creating considerable debate.

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Oct 2020 10:08

Samsung will reportedly let consumers use a S Pen with the Galaxy S21 (image via Samung)

The Galaxy S21 series will support S Pen inputs as Samsung plans on merging its Galaxy S and Galaxy Note series of smartphones by 2022

A South Korean news outlet says that Samsung will reportedly make the Galaxy S21 series compatible with an S Pen. The report suggests that an S Pen-ready Galaxy S phone will help Galaxy Note users transition to Samsung's mainstream flagships. That is essential as the Galaxy Note 21 is billed to be the last of its kind.

Anil Satyanarayana, 03 Oct 2020 09:59

Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite vs. POCO X3: Paying a bit more might be worth it in the long run. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite vs POCO X3: Discernible price difference for similar specs but the Mi 10T Lite edges out the X3 with 5G and a little 128 GB storage surprise

The newly launched Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite and POCO X3 smartphones have a lot in common and have certainly shaken up the affordable end of the smartphone market with their feature sets and price tags. While many will be trying to decide between the two, it seems the pricier Mi 10T Lite might be worth the extra expense thanks to 5G and a storage secret.

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Oct 2020 04:55

Walmart Gateway Creator Series 15 Laptop Review: GeForce RTX 2060 For Under $1000 USD

82% Walmart Gateway Creator Series 15 Laptop Review: GeForce RTX 2060 For Under $1000 USD

So cheap, what's the catch? It's one of the cheapest gaming laptops you can find with the GeForce RTX 2060 at the moment, but don't hop onboard just yet. The 8 GB of single-channel RAM and small 256 GB NVMe SSD might hinder your experience.

Intel Core i5-10300H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile, 15.6", 2 kg

Allen Ngo, 03 Oct 2020 01:36

The Poco C3 has a new teaser. (Source: Twitter)

Poco spills some C3 camera details in its latest teaser

Poco India has posted a new tweet in order to build some hype for the launch of the C3, a budget phone set to debut on October 6, 2020. It includes a video hinting at its rear camera prowess. However, the brand may also have inadvertently confirmed that the phone has been seen under a different name before.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Oct 2020 00:37

JerryRigEverything tests the Z Fold2. (Source: YouTube)

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 goes through JerryRigEverything's testing, fares perhaps better than you might think

The popular electronics destruction-testing YouTube channel JerryRigEverything has gotten Samsung's latest flagship foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold2, in for a durability test. The resulting video might prove that the OEM has improved on its robustness compared to last year's model. Then again, there were some surprising discrepancies, especially considering this phone's starting price.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Oct 2020 00:00

Oct 2, 2020

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Review - Not always better than the Note10

88% Samsung Galaxy Note20 Review - Not always better than the Note10

Dimmed. The Samsung Galaxy Note20 is more than $300 less than the Ultra model. Looking at the specs sheet we can spot a few cut corners, but it is not immediately clear whether or not the more expensive Note20 is really worth its premium or, more importantly, whether the Note20 worth switching to from the Note10.

Samsung Exynos 990, ARM Mali-G77 MP11, 6.7", 192 g

Daniel Schmidt, 02 Oct 2020 23:47

Samsung's Galaxy Note20 comes with a Super AMOLED Plus panel

Samsung Galaxy Note20: The Display makes a Difference

The most prominent difference between the Galaxy Note20 and the Galaxy Note20 Ultra is the display with differences that exceed their mere size or refresh rate. Find out in our review what other differences we found, and what may make the cheaper Samsung smartphone the better choice.

Daniel Schmidt, 02 Oct 2020 23:47

Xiaomi Redmi 10X 5G smartphone

84% Xiaomi Redmi 10X 5G Smartphone Review - Faster than a Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra?

Dual 5G support for 200 Euros (~$233). The Redmi 10X is an affordable mid-range smartphone that scores with a beautiful AMOLED panel and the fast MediaTek Dimensity 820 processor. We were positively surprised by the reliable speed of the optical in-display fingerprint sensor, which is excellent for this price range and whose response isn't really any slower than the ultra-sound solution in the Samsung Galaxy S20 smartphones.

MediaTek Dimensity 820, ARM Mali-G57 MP5, 6.57", 208 g

Marcus Herbrich, 02 Oct 2020 22:30

The Mi 65W fast charger is compact thanks to its use of GaN technology. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi's Mi 65W Fast Charger uses GaN technology and is only €29.99

Xiaomi's latest fast charger is a bit of a bargain, considering that it packs 65W of charging power and only retails for €29.99. The appropriately named Mi 65W Fast Charger uses Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology too, which allows it to be considerably smaller than other contemporary fast chargers.

Alex Alderson, 02 Oct 2020 19:59

The trio of E2 series monitors offer plenty of value for money. (Image source: AOC)

AOC unveils three new monitors with affordable 31.5-inch QHD, 31.5-inch 4K and 34-inch ultrawide options

AOC has presented three new entries in its E2 series, called the Q3232N, Q3432A and U32E2N, respectively. All three monitors offer good value for money, yet are designed for different use cases.

Alex Alderson, 02 Oct 2020 19:55

The RTX 3070 was supposed to be arriving in under two weeks. (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA postpones GeForce RTX 3070 release to provide more launch day stock

NVIDIA has announced that the launch of the GeForce RTX 3070 will be postponed by two weeks to October 29. Apparently, the delay will ensure better availability than the calamitous release of the GeForce RTX 3080.

Alex Alderson, 02 Oct 2020 19:50

Xiaomi has started releasing Android 11 builds of MIUI 12 globally. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, POCO F2 Pro and Redmi K30 Pro receive Android 11 and MIUI 12 upgrades

The Xiaomi Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, POCO F2 Pro and Redmi K30 Pro have started receiving upgrades to Android 11. The journey to Android 11 has started on the China branch of MIUI for the four devices, but the Mi 10 Pro has also been upgraded to Android 11-based builds of MIUI 12 globally.

Alex Alderson, 02 Oct 2020 19:30

The Xperia 5 II is now available to pre-order and will begin shipping later this month. (Image source: Sony)

Sony sweetens Xperia 5 II pre-orders with WF-1000XM3 earbuds or WH-1000XM3 headphones in multiple markets

The Xperia 5 II is now available to order, and Sony is offering multiple TWS earbud pre-order bundles across Europe. These bundles include the WF-1000XM3 or the WH-1000XM3, which are still some of the best noise-cancelling wireless headphones on the market, among other audio products. The Xperia 5 II itself has a Snapdragon 865 chipset, a 6.1-inch display and four cameras, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 02 Oct 2020 17:35

The Asus ZenBook UX371 with the OLED Panel need some fine-tuning

The Asus ZenBook UX371 with the OLED Panel need some fine-tuning

The new ZenBook Flip S left a good impression in our review, but there are still some aspects about the convertible, that Asus could improve.

Andreas Osthoff, 02 Oct 2020 15:30

The mobility RTX 3070 will likely be joined by RTX 3060 models, but RTX 3080 non-Max-Q versions are probably out of the question. (Image Source: ozarc.games)

Leaked pic shows NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 laptop GPU, which could release soon but will probably not be as fast as the desktop counterpart

The laptop-grade RTX 3070 GPU is apparently getting 8 GB of 12 Gbps GDDR6 VRAM, but it is very likely that the lower TGP of around 120 W will limit this chip's performance, so it will not really match the performance of a desktop-grade RTX 2080 Ti. Regardless of these limitations, the RTX 3070 mobility GPU should still be a decent upgrade over the current RTX 2080 Super.

Bogdan Solca, 02 Oct 2020 14:46

iPhone 12 series prices will allegedly start at US$649

Alleged iPhone 12 series pricing information leaked online

Some information about the iPhone 12 series' price has appeared online. US$649 will get you a 5.4-inch iPhone 12 Mini with 64GB of storage. Similarly, an iPhone 12 with the same capacity will retail at US$749. Both the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max come with at least 128GB of memory and will cost you US$999 and US$1,099, respectively.

Anil Satyanarayana, 02 Oct 2020 13:50

Serious Sam 4

Serious Sam 4 Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Old-school charm, but technically half-baked Fans of the Serious Sam series are finally getting their money's worth again, almost ten years after the third chapter - Flaky shooting fun against gigantic hordes of crazy creatures. Unfortunately, developer Croteam, in all in the excitement, forgot to optimise the engine.

Florian Glaser, 02 Oct 2020 13:45

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus Review - Finally a great Android tablet

88% Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus Review - Finally a great Android tablet

Competition for the iPad Pro. Because Samsung has not released any tablets with a screen larger than 11 inches for a very long time, we are quite happy to see the Galaxy Tab S7+, which features a top-tier SoC. Read our review to learn if there are any other surprises.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ (Plus), Adreno 650, 12.4", 575 g

Daniel Schmidt, 02 Oct 2020 11:45

Samsung is expected to integrate Mini-LED backlighting with future QLED TVs. (Image source: Samsung - Q8CN QLED)

Samsung wants to take charge of the Mini-LED TV market in 2021 by shipping over two million units

Samsung appears to be targeting the Mini-LED TV market according to a new report from market analyst TrendForce. Apparently, the South Korean OEM is aiming to ship over two million Mini-LED TVs worldwide in 2021, with potential customers having a wide selection of sizes to choose from.

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Oct 2020 10:59

HP Spectre x360 14 ups the ante with 3:2 OLED display and 11th gen Tiger Lake for $1199 USD (Source: HP)

HP Spectre x360 14 ups the ante with 3:2 OLED display and Intel Tiger Lake for $1199 USD

If the HP Spectre x360 13 seems too small and the HP Spectre x360 15 seems too big, then the upcoming HP Spectre x360 14 might be just right. The new model will be introducing both a 3:2 display aspect ratio and Intel Tiger Lake Core U processor options when it launches later this month.

Allen Ngo, 02 Oct 2020 07:00

HP Envy x360 13 convertible and Envy 13 now launching with 11th gen Intel Core CPUs (Source: HP)

Intel Tiger Lake is pouncing onto the HP Envy x360 13 and Envy 13 this November alongside Thunderbolt 4 compatibility

The CPU update will bring Intel Evo to HP's mid-range Envy 13 family of subnotebooks. Physical features of the chassis will otherwise be identical to the 2019 Ice Lake Envy 13 family.

Allen Ngo, 02 Oct 2020 07:00

Intel Iris Xe G7 graphics is pretty good, but it still has an uphill battle in terms of drivers and compatibility (Image source: Intel)

Intel Iris Xe G7 graphics isn't so bad, but it still has a long way to go in terms of drivers and compatibility

There's one thing that Nvidia has arguably always been better at than Intel or AMD: graphics drivers. Though the new Iris Xe G7 is inching pretty closely to the GeForce MX series, the more mature drivers from Nvidia essentially guarantee better compatibility and optimization for the latest titles.

Allen Ngo, 02 Oct 2020 06:41

Durabook Z14I rugged laptop gets GeForce GTX 1050 Ti graphics options and an accessible PCIe x4 expansion slot (Source: Durabook)

Durabook Z14I rugged laptop launching with GeForce GTX 1050 Ti graphics and a PCIe x4 expansion compartment box

The 14-inch laptop will have a 1000-nit FHD touchscreen, up to 25 hours of battery life, multiple expansion options, up to a GeForce GTX GPU, and plenty of I/O ports.

Allen Ngo, 02 Oct 2020 04:19

Only the new CPU can score points: Asus ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502L.

Asus Zephyrus S15: Advantage gained by RTX 2070 Super only marginal

Above all, Asus achieves a shorter battery life with the Zephyrus S15's upgrade to current hardware. Despite the better CPU performance, the overall performance hardly has any noticeable effect on gaming performance.

Mike Wobker, 02 Oct 2020 02:34

HP Pavilion Gaming 15 in review: Inexpensive gaming laptop with a lot of power under the hood

81% HP Pavilion Gaming 15 in review: Inexpensive gaming laptop with a lot of power under the hood

Full throttle. The Pavilion's hardware (Ryzen 7 4800H, GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q) brings all modern computer games smoothly onto the 15.6-inch matte screen (IPS, Full HD, 144 Hz). The latter scores points with fast response times and good color reproduction. This is complemented by an NVMe SSD and 16 GB of RAM (dual-channel mode).

AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q, 15.6", 2 kg

Sascha Mölck, 02 Oct 2020 01:50

A new 8T schematic. (Source: Twitter)

OnePlus 8T: leakers claim to reveal its camera specs and footprint ahead of its launch

OnePlus is scheduled to launch its usual late-year flagship phone refresh, the 8T, on October 14, 2020. However, tipsters claim to have found out how many rear cameras the phone will have, as well as the function of each sensor. Furthermore, there are now rumors that it may be slightly shorter than the 8 Pro, yet still have the same depth.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Oct 2020 00:06

Oct 1, 2020

The red XMG DJ 15. (Source: Schenker)

Schenker launches the XMG DJ 15 laptop for those who want a slim, light machine with all the ports

Schenker is pitching the XMG DJ 15 at those who might move around a lot with their laptop, yet need all the I/O they can get - live entertainers included. It packs a host of ports, dual 3.5mm headphone jacks for audio and mics or S/PDIF optical outputs included. It also offers an up to tenth-gen Core i7 processor and 32GB of RAM.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Oct 2020 23:26

The Redmi Note 8 finally gets its first taste of MIUI 12. (Source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12 update arrives for the Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 9 Pro Max

After months of rumors and false starts, Xiaomi has now finally begun the MIUI 12 rollout for the Redmi Note 8, starting with the Chinese version of the device. Meanwhile, a similar update is now also being sent to the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max, which means the global Redmi Note 9 Pro and Redmi Note 9S aren't far off anymore.

Ricci Rox, 01 Oct 2020 21:34

Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro review: Optimized design and improved software, but hardly any hardware changes.

Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro review: Optimized design and improved software, but hardly any hardware changes.

Noble, helpful, and good. In terms of aesthetics, Huawei raises the bar even higher. With titanium and ceramics, the Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro also distances itself from its subsidiary Honor's smartwatch, the Honor. Both have increased functionality compared to their predecessors, and they have both had "Pro" added to their names. That being said, there does not seem to be any new hardware. Is Huawei saving something for a real version jump?

Huawei Kirin A1, 1.39", 52 g

Inge Schwabe, 01 Oct 2020 21:14

The new Surface Pro X is a minor upgrade from last year's model. (Image source: Microsoft)

The New Surface Pro X starts at US$1,499.99 with a Microsoft SQ2 processor, a new Platinum finish and more colourful Signature Keyboard covers

The new Surface Pro X is here, and it is not called the Surface Pro X2. Instead, Microsoft continues to call its ARM Surface the Surface Pro X, primarily because it has only made iterative upgrades. The Surface Pro X is now available in Platinum with new Signature Keyboards and can be equipped with Microsoft's new SQ2 processor. No details have been offered about the SQ2, though.

Alex Alderson, 01 Oct 2020 18:28

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti may arrive before November. (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti confirmed by Gigabyte EEC listing

Gigabyte has certified four RTX 3060 Ti models with the EEC, @KOMACHI_ENSAKA has discovered. The four cards will have 8 GB of VRAM and are expected to use NVIDIA's GA104-200 GPU. 4,864 CUDA cores are apparently due for the RTX 3060 Ti too, which may debut as soon as this month.

Alex Alderson, 01 Oct 2020 18:17

The Go is the third version of the Surface Laptop that Microsoft currently sells. (Image source: Microsoft)

New Surface Laptop launched with a 12.4-inch PixelSense display, an Intel Core i5-1035G1 processor and steep memory upgrade prices

The Surface Laptop Go is here, Microsoft's small form factor laptop. The Go features a 12.4-inch display, a 15 W Ice Lake processor and starts at US$549.99. You may want to skip the entry-level model though, as it comes with just 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. Prices rise to US$1,119.99 for 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, but this is only available to business customers.

Alex Alderson, 01 Oct 2020 18:13

The Oppo Reno4 5G Series is now available in Europe and the UK. (Image Source: Oppo)

Oppo Reno4 5G and Reno4 Pro 5G hit Europe and the UK

Oppo has announced the availability of the Reno4 and Reno4 Pro 5G series in Europe and the UK alongside the Reno4 Z. The Reno4 and Reno4 Pro are powered by the Snapdragon 765G 5G SoC and come with improved low light shooting capabilities. Both the Reno4 5G and Reno4 Pro 5G share similar internals with the primary differences between them being with respect to the display and the camera setups.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 01 Oct 2020 17:03

The latest leaks suggest a strong GPU lineup that can easily compete with Nvidia's Ampere models. (Image Source: JayzTwoCents)

AMD Navi 2x: detailed list of specs, expected pricing and possible release dates for the entire GPU lineup get leaked

Tom from Moore's Law Is Dead shares a wealth of info regarding confirmed and unconfirmed specs, possible price points and expected release windows for the Navi 21 / 22 / 23 gaming GPU models. We also learn about a professional Navi 21 version that could compete with the RTX 300 GPUs from Nvidia.

Bogdan Solca, 01 Oct 2020 16:56

AMD may only launch four Zen 3 desktop CPU models this year. (Image Source: PCGuide)

AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X and Ryzen 9 5900X CPUs expected to land on October 20, Ryzen 5 5600X and Ryzen 9 5950X may launch in December

Trusted sources claim that only the 8-core Ryzen 7 5800X and 12-core Ryzen 9 5900X will hit retailers by October 20. However, around December this year, AMD also plans to release the 6-core Ryzen 5 5600X and the 16-core Ryzen 9 5950X models and price points might be slightly higher compared to the current Ryzen 3000 CPUs.

Bogdan Solca, 01 Oct 2020 16:20

The Vivo X50 Pro Plus has an excellent camera package, but Huawei and Xiaomi offer slightly more. (Image source: Vivo)

The Vivo X50 Pro Plus has excellent cameras, but they are not at Huawei or Xiaomi's levels

The cameras in the Vivo X50 Pro Plus live up to the hype, according to DxOMark. Vivo's latest flagship packs four rear-facing cameras, including a 50 MP primary sensor, but it just misses out on dethroning the Mi 10 Ultra. Similarly, it falls short of the camera performance of the Huawei P40 Pro, too.

Alex Alderson, 01 Oct 2020 16:18

Google is giving away £259.95 headphones with Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a (5G) pre-orders. (Image source: EE)

Google Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a (5G) pre-orders boosted with free Bose QC35 II headphones following the collapse of its smartphone business

The Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a (5G) are here, and Google is offering a pair of Bose QC35 II headphones with pre-orders in multiple countries. The reason for bundling such expensive headphones with pre-orders may owe to the state of Google's smartphone business, which has plummeted over 60% in the last year.

Alex Alderson, 01 Oct 2020 15:29

The Poco C3 is Poco's newest budget smartphone

Poco C3 to be released in India on October 6

Poco has announced that it will unveil the Poco C3 on October 6 in India via an online event. Earlier reports have told us that it will be a budget device, possibly a rebranded Redmi C3. If that is the case, we can expect it to cost around INR 8,000 (US$110).

Anil Satyanarayana, 01 Oct 2020 14:22

The Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro features an AMOLED screen and pop-up camera. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi 9, Mi 9T Pro, and Pocophone F1 among the list of smartphones that can enjoy the Paranoid Android Quartz 5 Android 10 custom ROM as devs plan for Android 11

Paranoid Android Quartz 5 has now been released, and it will be the final stable version of the Android 10-based custom ROM as the devs want to focus on Android 11. Devices such as the Xiaomi Mi 9, Mi 9T Pro, Redmi Note 5, and Pocophone F1 can take advantage of the latest release and there is new Quartz support for the Xiaomi Mi A3 and Mi 6X too.

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Oct 2020 14:09

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