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Jul 14, 2020
New HP S750 SATA III SSD launching with up to 1 TB options and will weigh less than 50 grams (Source: HP)

HP S750 SATA III SSD launching with up to 1 TB options and will weigh less than 50 grams

Produced by BIWIN for HP, the super-light S750 is looking to be a good fit for laptops and smaller PC builds where weight is crucial. The manufacturer is promising up to 560 MB/s and 520 MB/s sequential read and write rates, respectively, for all SKUs.
Allen Ngo, 14 Jul 2020 19:50
The BoostCharge 3-in-1 Special Edition. (Source: Belkin)

Belkin releases "Special Editions" of its Apple-product-focused wireless chargers

Belkin has debuted BoostCharge wireless charging accessories that support the iPhone, Apple Watch or AirPods, or, in some cases, all three at once. One of these can also become a power bank at need. They start at US$49.95 on the OEM's website at present.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jul 2020 19:21
Razer has a ridiculous countdown timer for its 60-percent keyboard announcement (Source: Razer)

Razer has a ridiculous countdown timer for its 60-percent keyboard announcement

(Update: It's the Huntsman Mini) Razer is set to launch its first keyboard without any NumPad or arrow keys on July 14 at 8 AM PST. Gamers who may have been turned off by Razer's catalog of full-size keyboards may finally get what they're looking for.
Allen Ngo, 14 Jul 2020 18:55
The OnePlus Nord will come in at least two colours. (Image source: MKBHD)

OnePlus Nord: Full design and striking colour options for mid-range smartphone revealed ahead of tomorrow's pre-order event

The full design of the OnePlus Nord has been revealed ahead of tomorrow's 24-hour pre-order event for the device. Unveiled in two colours, OnePlus has confirmed that the Nord will have an ultra-wide-angle front-facing camera.
Alex Alderson, 14 Jul 2020 18:32
EMUI 11 and Magic UI 4.0 may be based on HarmonyOS and could reach upwards of 50 devices. (Image source: Huawei Update)

EMUI 11 may be based on HarmonyOS and could reach upwards of 50 devices

Rumour has it that EMUI 11 and its Honor equivalent, Magic UI 4.0, will be based on HarmonyOS. Also known as Hongmeng OS, HarmonyOS is Huawei's proprietary operating system that it has already brought to several devices. Huawei reportedly plans to bring EMUI 11 and Magic UI 4.0 to upwards of 50 devices, too.
Alex Alderson, 14 Jul 2020 17:58
LG Velvet 5G Smartphone Review

85% LG Velvet 5G Smartphone Review - High-class comeback for the camera mope

Cheaper Galaxy Fold alternative? The Velvet is LG’s latest upper-midrange smartphone, which scores some major points with its refined design and a dual-screen case. Read our review to learn if the manufacturer suggested retail price of 599 Euros ($683) is justified.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, Adreno 620, 6.8", 180 g
Marcus Herbrich, 14 Jul 2020 17:29
Galaxy Tab S7 will come with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner

Report suggests that the Galaxy Tab S7 will not come with an in-display fingerprint scanner

An industry insider states that the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 will come with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, indicating that Samsung has reserved the in-display option for the higher-end Galaxy Tab S7+. The tablet is expected to sport an 11-inch screen and a 7,000mAh battery. Samsung is expected to unveil both tablets alongside the Galaxy Note 20 on August 5.
Anil Satyanarayana, 14 Jul 2020 17:24
Leak: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano with a 16:10 screen & Intel Tiger-Lake weighs less than 1 kg

Leak: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano with a 16:10 screen & Intel Tiger Lake weighs less than 1 kg

The mystery is finally solved, as a new leak has revealed almost all details about the new Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano. The upcoming ThinkPad flagship will feature Intel Tiger-Lake CPUs, a extremely lightweight chassis that weighs less than 1 kg - and a 13 inch 16:10 screen. Seemingly, the new ThinkPad laptop is made to compete with Dell's XPS 13 9300.
Benjamin Herzig, 14 Jul 2020 17:01
The XMG Fusion 15 and other Intel QC71 laptops support undervolting again. (Image source: XMG)

Intel re-enables undervolting for some reference design laptops

Undervolting has returned to a select number of laptops. Specifically, the functionality has been re-enabled on Intel QC71 laptops, which includes the XMG Fusion 15, Maingear Element and the Eluktronics MAG 15.
Alex Alderson, 14 Jul 2020 16:55
Xiaomi will be launching multiple products at its July 15 Ecosystem Product Launch event. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 5 confirmed to have no Amazon Alexa integration, NFC or a SpO2 sensor ahead of tomorrow's launch; TWS earbuds, Mi TV Stick and a new Mi Scooter teased too

The first review of sorts for the Mi Smart Band 5 is up and it confirms a heap of information about Xiaomi's upcoming fitness tracker. As feared, the device will not support Amazon Alexa integration, NFC or a SpO2 sensor. Xiaomi has teased that it will be launching a pair of TWS earbuds, the Mi TV Stick and a new Mi Scooter at tomorrow' Ecosystem Product Launch event on July 15 too.
Alex Alderson, 14 Jul 2020 16:48
MSI Bravo 15

80% MSI Bravo 15 A4DCR Laptop Review: For bargain hunters

AMD set to attack. Longstanding market leaders in terms of performance, Intel and Nvidia are increasingly experiencing pricing pressure. This is the "fault" of devices such as the MSI Bravo 15, which we have tested in its configuration with a Ryzen 7 4800H and a Radeon RX 5300M.
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, Radeon RX 5300M, 15.6", 2 kg
Florian Glaser, 14 Jul 2020 15:55
The Xe graphics architecture is set to debut later this month with the first Tiger Lake-U CPUs. (Image Source: Techspot)

Intel's Tiger Lake-U Iris Xe iGPU gets beefy specs, but disappoints in latest SiSoft Sandra benchmarks

The latest SiSoft Sandra database entries reveal that the Tiger Lake-U Xe iGPUs appear to be on par with the DG1 discrete GPUs releasing later this year. This means the iGPU is getting the same 96 execution units with 768 shading units, plus high core clocks of 1.3 GHz. Despite all these impressive specs, the benchmark scores are quite the disappointment.
Bogdan Solca, 14 Jul 2020 14:56
The Galaxy Fold and Galaxy Books S both run very similar Qualcomm Snapdragon ARM-based chipsets. (Image: Notebookcheck)

Apple veteran says Windows PC OEMs have no option but to drop Intel x86 for ARM

Apple’s one-time head of Mac development, Jean-Louis Gassée, has posted a blog arguing that it seems inevitable that PC makers will have to switch to ARM-based designs. However, it will require Microsoft to do a lot better with Windows on ARM than is currently the case which includes supporting 64-bit x86 apps and properly port its own software to the ARM architecture.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Jul 2020 14:24
The Redmi K30 Ultra is expected to feature many of the Redmi K30 Pro's highlights. (Image source: AndroidAuthority)

Presumed Redmi K30 Ultra image shared by Lu Weibing offers a teasing glimpse at the supposed MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ powered smartphone

A potentially game-changing smartphone in the form of the Redmi K30 Ultra is allegedly in the works, and a possible image of the mystery device has been shared by Redmi boss and notorious teaser Lu Weibing. The rumored Redmi K30 Ultra is expected to boast of a powerful MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ chipset.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Jul 2020 14:11
Mobvoi teases its limited-time promo event. (Source: Mobvoi)

Deal | Get up to 33% off a TicWatch in Mobvoi's anniversary sale

Mobvoi has announced that today (July 14, 2020) is the anniversary of its birth as a wearables and smart-things brand. Accordingly, it is holding a sales event for the next 11 or so hours. It includes 10% off a new TicWatch C2+, or a third off the 4G/LTE version of this series' Pro variant.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jul 2020 13:55
Core i9-10980HK & GeForce RTX 2080 Super in the model G732LXS

Asus ROG Strix Scar 17: Not only visually striking

The ROG Strix Scar 17 from Asus not only has a fast 300 Hz display, but also especially powerful components. All the hardware is packed into a boldly designed case with many lighting elements.
Florian Glaser, 14 Jul 2020 13:55
The Ryzen 7 4700G and other Renoir desktop APUs may be arriving this month. (Image source: AMD via Wccftech)

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700G holds its own against the Intel Core i9-10900K in initial benchmarks

Initial benchmarks for the Ryzen 7 4700G are here, AMD's upcoming 65 W Renoir desktop APU. The Ryzen 7 4700G has been shown to offer upwards of 25% more performance than the Ryzen 7 4800H while being competitive against the likes of the Intel Core i9-10900K.
Alex Alderson, 14 Jul 2020 13:18
The rumoured app might replace Apple’s current iTunes experience on Windows 10 (Image source: Apple)

iTunes on the Xbox Series X? Report indicates that Apple plans to release new Windows 10 app and it might just run on Microsoft’s new console

Italian outlet Aggiornamenti Lumia claims that Apple will be releasing an as-yet-unspecified new app for the Windows 10 platform. This rumor seems to be in consonance with speculation last year that Apple was working on a “next-gen” media app for Windows. If the app is built from the ground up for UWP, it might actually make its way over to Xbox, as opposed to the current Microsoft Store version of iTunes.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 14 Jul 2020 12:49
The Redmi Note 9. (Source: Xiaomi)

New updates arrive for the Redmi Note 9 and Mi 10

Xiaomi is now sending out new updates to the Mi 10 and Redmi Note 9. The update for the Mi 10 is a MIUI 12 build, while the Redmi Note 9's OTA is based on MIUI 11. This comes after confirmation that Xiaomi is now opening up the pilot program for global beta MIUI 12 testing on the Mi 10 phones in India.
Ricci Rox, 14 Jul 2020 12:32
The Xiaomi Vertical Wireless Charging Socket offers wireless and wired charging connections. (Image source: Xiaomi/ITHome)

Xiaomi announces its Vertical Wireless Charging Socket with three USB ports from just 109 yuan (US$16)

The Xiaomi Vertical Wireless Charging Socket will soon be appearing on the Chinese OEM’s crowdfunding site at an introductory price of just 109 yuan (US$16). The charging accessory can offer 10 W wireless charging and comes with three USB ports. The Vertical Wireless Charging Socket is only available in white though.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Jul 2020 11:52
Gamers have a choice between the PS5 Digital Edition and the PS5 Blu-ray console. (Image source: PlayStation).

PS5 pre-order preparation: List of retailers from dozens of countries that should offer PlayStation 5 console pre-orders when Sony gives the green light

Although the official price and pre-order information for the PS5 Blu-ray console and PS5 Digital Edition console has yet to be revealed, PlayStation fans can still be prepared for the inevitable pre-order frenzy when Sony finally gives the green light. We have compiled a list of retailers from many countries around the world to aid in the quest for landing a successful PS5 pre-order.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Jul 2020 10:58
Realme C11 is now available for purchase in India

Realme C11 and Realme 30W Dart Charge Power Bank launched in India for INR 7,499 and INR 1,999, respectively

Realme has launched the Realme C11 and Realme 30W 10,000mAh Dart Charge Power Bank in India. The phone features a MediaTek Helio G35 SoC, 2GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery. Prices start at INR INR 7,499 (US$100) for the Realme C11 and INR 1,999 (US$28) for the Realme 30W Dart Charge Power Bank.
Anil Satyanarayana, 14 Jul 2020 10:16
L-R: Apple iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone SE. (Image source: AppleInsider - edited)

US owners of certain iPhone 6 series or iPhone 7 series devices affected by "Batterygate" can now claim from Apple's US$500 million settlement payout pool

US owners of a number of iPhone 6 series smartphones and iPhone 7 series devices who were affected by the “Batterygate” controversy can now submit a claim via online form or by mail to get their share of Apple’s US$310 million to US$500 million settlement payout pool. Apple still contends that the payout is not an admission of wrongdoing.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Jul 2020 08:56
16.1-inch HP Pavilion Gaming laptop with 144 Hz display, Core i7 CPU, and GTX 1660 Ti graphics now shipping for $999 USD (Source: HP)

16.1-inch HP Pavilion Gaming laptop with 144 Hz display, Core i7 CPU, and GTX 1660 Ti graphics now shipping for $999 USD

If 15.6-inch is too small and 17.3-inch is too big, then this 16.1-inch option might be up your alley. HP is testing the waters with its reasonably-priced Pavilion Gaming 16 to gauge demand before investing further in the 16-inch screen size.
Allen Ngo, 14 Jul 2020 08:33
The OnePlus Nord series will launch on July 21. (Image: OnePlus)

The first 10 OnePlus Nord 5G smartphones are up for grabs in Twitter giveaway

OnePlus is building the hype machine for the launch of its affordable 5G-capable OnePlus Nord handset with a new Twitter competition. Ten lucky fans will be able to get their hands on one each of the first ten OnePlus Nord 5G handsets to come off the production lines.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Jul 2020 04:59
Microsoft's Flight Simulator will officially touch down on August 18. (Image: Microsoft)

Microsoft Flight Simulator lands August 18 on PC

Microsoft’s all-new Flight Simulator is landing on PCs on August 18 following a lengthy public alpha and beta testing period. The game encompasses the entire planet with over 37,000 airports, 1.5 billion buildings and 2 trillion trees, mountains roads, rivers and other physical details captured in the expansive title.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Jul 2020 04:27
Intel is now rumored to bring variable cores to the desktop. (Source: Intel)

Intel will bring Hybrid Technology to the desktop with Alder Lake-S: new leak

Alder Lake is a code-name for Intel CPUs currently slated to come after their Rocket Lake counterparts. These processors' rumors allege a number of notable features, not the least of which is their 10 nanometer (nm) nature, new socket type and big/small core arrangement. A new leak may confirm the latter: apparently, it will be a form of Lakefield's Hybrid Technology, but for desktops.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jul 2020 00:01
Jul 13, 2020
The HP Envy 15 is an intriguing alternative for fans of 15-inch multimedia laptops. (Image source: HP)

HP Envy 15 2020: First impressions with HP's new multimedia laptop

The new HP Envy 15 2020 is here with Comet Lake-H processors, NVIDIA GPUs and an optional AMOLED panel. Being the Envy series' first 15-inch multimedia laptop with a 45 W CPU, we decided to purchase one and try it out.
Alex Alderson, 13 Jul 2020 21:10
Dell Latitude 7310 Core i7 Laptop Review: Better Looks, Same Performance

89% Dell Latitude 7310 Core i7 Laptop Review: Better Looks, Same Performance

Aluminum alloy or carbon fiber? The Latitude 7310 is all about the core office experience with no distracting auxiliary features or options. However, a brighter screen and some faster graphics wouldn't hurt, either.
Intel Core i7-10610U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 13 Jul 2020 20:41
Belkin's new TruePrivacy Screen Protector. (Source: Belkin)

Belkin's new Screenforce-series product for MacBooks is also designed to boost privacy while using these devices

Belkin's latest screen protector for Apple ultrabooks also confers a property that HP devices with SureView have by default. It occludes the content on these screens for viewing angles not those of the user, thus reducing the risk of intrusion or some immediate forms of data-theft. It is available for 13-, 15- and 16-inch MacBooks Air and Pro.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Jul 2020 20:26
The "undisputed champion" is coming to India on July 20. (Image source: Redmi India)

The Redmi Note 9 is coming to India on July 20 with "best in class specs"

Redmi India has confirmed the release date of the Redmi Note 9, the company's next "Made in India" smartphone. Apparently "Packed with best in class specs" and built to the highest quality to "make heads turn", the Redmi Note 9 will launch on July 20 at 12:00 IST.
Alex Alderson, 13 Jul 2020 20:04
Realme's first 6000mAh phone is a go. (Source: Instagram)

Realme's first 6000mAh phone is coming to Indonesian customers soon

A Realme Indonesia employee has posted a new teaser that strongly suggests a new phone with a 6000mAh battery will debut in this market soon. Therefore, it may make a worthy successor to a 5- or C-series device in these terms. However, the new potential threat to the Samsung Galaxy M series' might lacks an exact launch date at present.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Jul 2020 19:43
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra will come with a laser focus sensor

Leak confirms that the Galaxy Note 20 will come without a laser focus sensor

Prolific leaker Ice Universe just posted a side-by-side comparison of the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra's camera modules. Based on the shape of the cutouts, the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra will get an additional laser autofocus sensor.
Anil Satyanarayana, 13 Jul 2020 18:46
Some official OnePlus Buds branding. (Source: Twitter)

The OnePlus Buds will also launch on July 21, 2020

"OnePlus Buds" has just been acknowledged as a real product name by their OEM. The company has also announced that they will launch on the same day as its upcoming first-gen Nord smartphone. The former are expected to be TWS earphones that look much like Apple AirPods.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Jul 2020 18:28
The Pixel 4a seemingly in "Just Black". (Image source: Google Canada)

Google Canada outs the Pixel 4a ahead of rumoured July 21 launch

The Pixel 4a may still be unreleased, but Google uploaded a marketing render of it to its Canadian eCommerce platform anyway. The render not only confirms the design of the upcoming mid-range smartphone but also possibly its original release date. There is a rumour about a proposed new release date for the Pixel 4a, too.
Alex Alderson, 13 Jul 2020 18:18
The Mi A3. (Source: TechCrunch)

The Mi A3 receives a debilitating update; Xiaomi acknowledges fault

Xiaomi's poor form with Android One software is well-documented but the latest stunt may be a tough pill for owners of the Mi A3 to swallow. Mi A3 owners across the globe woke up to a new 1.40 GB OTA that appears to have been intended for Mexican models only, and has now disabled dual-SIM functionality on the phones of those unfortunate enough to have installed it.
Ricci Rox, 13 Jul 2020 18:12
The PS5 console weighs in at nearly 5 kg/11 lbs. (Image source: PSU/PlayStation)

Weighty PS5 console and accessories reveal subtle design details and fans can get the PlayStation 5 in any color they want, so long as it is a skin

PS5 watchers have been comparing the device’s weight with other consoles, with Sony’s next-gen hardware being the heavyweight contender. Close-up photos of some of the accessories have been revealing subtle design touches and gamers can get the PlayStation 5 in almost any color they want thanks to skins and wraps.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Jul 2020 18:00
Amazon has the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch with Core i7, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB SSD on sale right now for $2000 USD (Source: Amazon)

Deal | Amazon has the Apple MacBook Pro 16 with Core i7, Radeon Pro, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB SSD on sale right now for $2000 USD

In a one-two punch to the Dell XPS 15 and 17 series, the MacBook Pro 16 is now the cheapest it's ever been with no strings attached. We don't see this deal lasting for very long.
Allen Ngo, 13 Jul 2020 17:36
iPhone 12 is expected to cost more while cutting down on EarPods, wall charger and now, battery capacity. (Image Source: Apple Insider)

iPhone 12 may cost US$50 or more than iPhone 11 and this is without EarPods, wall charger and now, significantly reduced battery capacity

Analyst Jeff Pu predicts that the upcoming iPhone 12 may start at a US$50 higher base price compared to the iPhone 11 owing to the inclusion of 5G and transition to an OLED display. This price rise is despite the fact that the iPhone 12 is not expected to include EarPods and a wall charger in the box. Further adding to the chagrin of prospective buyers is the fact that the iPhone 12 lineup may sport significantly smaller batteries than the corresponding iPhone 11 variants.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Jul 2020 17:15
The Redmi K20 Pro and the Mi 9T Pro have finally received MIUI 12 in the EU. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Stable MIUI 12 update lands on the Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro and Mi 9T Pro in Europe

Xiaomi has started issuing MIUI 12 to the EU versions of the Redmi K20 Pro and Mi 9T Pro. The devices, which have already received the OS upgrade in other regions, have been included in Round 1 of Xiaomi's MIUI 12 release schedule. Other devices that have been upgraded to MIUI 12 in multiple regions include the Mi 9, Mi 9T and the Redmi K20.
Alex Alderson, 13 Jul 2020 17:11
iQOO phones will soon support fast charging at 120W

iQOO demos 120W FlashCharge fast charging tech two days before Oppo's SuperVOOC 3.0 reveal

Vivo-owned iQOO just unveiled its FlashCharge technology that allows smartphone batteries to be charged at 120W. It takes only five minutes to charge a 4,000mAh battery from zero to fifty percent and fifteen minutes to top it up entirely. It is unclear how long we have to wait before the tech makes its way to an iQOO smartphone.
Anil Satyanarayana, 13 Jul 2020 15:28
Far Cry 6 Xbox cover art with the Optimzed for Series X logo.  (Image Source: Tom Warren on Twitter)

Far Cry 6 to run at 4K HDR only on the Xbox Series X? PlayStation 5 fans would not agree and for good reason

The poster of Far Cry 6 contains fine print that the game will run at 4K UHD only on the Xbox One X and Xbox Series X consoles naturally causing some consternation among PlayStation 5 (PS5) fans. However, there's no need to worry as this wording only pertains specifically to how Xbox advertises 4K and has no bearing whatsoever on how the game would perform on the PS5.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Jul 2020 15:02
Samsung Galaxy Book S with the Lakefield processor is too expensive

Samsung Galaxy Book S with the Lakefield processor is too expensive

The new Lakefield processor transforms the Galaxy Book S into a "regular" laptop, but the performance is much lower compared to the rivals. The only advantage is the passive cooling solution, but this hardly justifies the high retail price of around 1100 Euros.
Andreas Osthoff, 13 Jul 2020 14:44
LinkedIn allegedly snooped on user data present in the iOS clipboard (Image source: LinkedIn)

LinkedIn taken to court for allegedly snooping on sensitive user info like passwords and credit card details through clipboard data on its iOS app

A California resident filed a lawsuit against LinkedIn for allegedly snooping on user clipboard data on the social media app’s iOS version. The issue was brought to light thanks to a new privacy-oriented feature in iOS 14 that tells users when apps access clipboard data.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Jul 2020 14:36
Xiaomi is recruiting more MIUI 12 pilot testers. (Image source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12 Global Stable Beta program is now accepting pilot testers for the Xiaomi Mi 10 in India

Xiaomi is looking for more pilot testers to receive MIUI 12 Global Stable Beta updates. The company has already selected the candidates to test MIUI 12 on the Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 8 Pro and Poco F1, and now it is recruiting people to test the OS update on the Mi 10. Xiaomi will accept applications until July 16.
Alex Alderson, 13 Jul 2020 14:32
Watch Dog Legion’s RTX build is locked to 1080p/30 FPS on the RTX 2080 Ti (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti performs abysmally in Watch Dogs Legion demo: preview locked to 1080p/30 FPS with ray-tracing enabled

NVIDIA’s top-end Turing card, the US$1400 GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, couldn’t even run Ubisoft’s Watch Dogs Legion at 1080p/60 FPS with ray-tracing effects turned on. This leads to speculation that users might need Ampere or Big Navi cards to properly experience ray-tracing in next-generation titles.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Jul 2020 13:56
The Watch GT 2 and MagicWatch 2 have received new features courtesy of their latest software updates. (Image source: Honor)

Automatic workout detection and menstrual cycle tracking added to the Huawei Watch GT 2 and Honor MagicWatch 2 with latest updates

The Huawei Watch GT 2 and Honor MagicWatch 2 have received new updates. A 20 MB download, the new update adds automatic workout detection and menstrual cycle tracking, along with general system stability improvements. The update is available to download now.
Alex Alderson, 13 Jul 2020 13:54
Huawei has announced EMUI 10.1 plans for seven markets. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei fleshes out EMUI 10.1 upgrade plans for eight more markets

Huawei has confirmed its EMUI 10.1 upgrade plans for Africa, Asia, Canada, Japan, Latin America, the Middle East and Russia. The company's latest OS includes new features like MeeTime and Celia, along with improved multitasking.
Alex Alderson, 13 Jul 2020 12:48
Oppo's new tech could charge a 4,000 mAh battery in just 10 minutes. (Image: Oppo)

Oppo teases 125 W fast charging breakthrough for July 15 reveal

Oppo is set to bring 125 W fast charging to its smartphones in the near future. The company has teased an announcement on July 15 that will reveal more about its plans and launch timeline.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Jul 2020 12:40
The Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8T may start receiving official MIUI 12 in August. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8T MIUI 12 stable update expected in August; MIUI 12 for Redmi Note 8 Pro in India and Europe coming soon

The Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8T may get the official MIUI 12 update some time in August, according to a reply from the Xiaomi Device Team to a query posted on the Mi Community forums. With regards to the Redmi Note 8 Pro, several global units have started receiving stable MIUI 12. But there is currently no info about a timeline for Indian and European users save for the fact that we know it is coming soon.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Jul 2020 12:00

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