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Jul 1, 2020
The Oppo Watch has made a trip to the FCC. (Image source: FCC)

FCC confirms the imminent arrival of the Oppo Watch running Wear OS with LTE, GPS and a heart rate monitor

The FCC has confirmed that the Oppo Watch is almost ready to hit global audiences. The smartwatch, which has already been released in China, has a Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2500 processor, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of storage. The smartwatch will be available in two sizes and has built-in LTE, along with support for GPS and NFC.
Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2020 14:16
On the plus side of the Find X2 Neo there is no doubt the excellent and very bright 90 Hz AMOLED panel.

The noble Oppo Find X2 Neo struggles with its very high RRP

The Find X2 Neo looks great. However, the Oppo smartphone receives a lot of criticism in our test, which make the mid-range smartphone appear unattractive close to the targeted RRP of almost 700 Euros.
Marcus Herbrich & Christian Hintze, 01 Jul 2020 13:00
Oppo Find X2 Neo smartphone review

84% Oppo Find X2 Neo smartphone review - Model confusion at Oppo

The clone. The Find X2 Neo is almost identical to another model from Oppo. Both have a nice look and mid-range hardware, and an ambitious price tag. Find out how the Oppo smartphone performs in our test here.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, Adreno 620, 6.5", 171 g
Marcus Herbrich, 01 Jul 2020 12:45
Xiaomi Mi A1 gets Android 10 thanks to LineageOS 17.1, but as a nightly build

Android 10-based LineageOS 17.1 is finally available for the Xiaomi Mi A1 and other handsets

After a long wait, the Android 10-based LineageOS 17.1 ROM is available for the Xiaomi Mi A1. The firmware is still a nightly status, unfortunately. Other handsets that got Android 10 support thanks to LineageOS 17.1 in the last few days include the OnePlus 5/5T and later models, LG V20, Honor View 10, HTC One 2014, and others.
Codrut Nistor, 01 Jul 2020 12:39
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The Redmi Note 8 Pro gets its first taste of MIUI 12. (Source: AndroidPit)

MIUI 12 Global Beta update lands for the Redmi Note 8 Pro

After sending out stable MIUI 12 updates to its premium phones, Xiaomi has now set its sights towards the mid-range. MIUI 12 is now in the second round of seeding, beginning with the Redmi Note 8 Pro—which has now received a limited global beta build with the designation "MIUI 12.0.0.4 QGGMIXM".
Ricci Rox, 01 Jul 2020 09:57
Lexar launches SL200 USB-C portable SSD starting at $89 USD (Source: Lexar)

Lexar launches super-light SL200 USB-C portable SSD starting at $89 USD

At just over 40 grams, the SL200 is looking to be one of Lexar's lightest external SSDs yet with 256-bit AES encryption and drop, shock, and vibration resistance.
Allen Ngo, 01 Jul 2020 07:56
MSI GE65/GE75 Raider costs over $1500 USD, has one of the slowest SD card readers we've seen

MSI GE65/GE75 Raider costs over $1500 USD, has one of the slowest SD card readers we've seen

Want to move 1 GB of files from your SD card? Be prepared to wait 40 seconds on the MSI compared to just 8 seconds on the Gigabyte Aero 15 or Aero 17. Perhaps it's time for MSI to integrate faster SD card readers onto its GE series. The slow transfer rates on the MSI stick out like a sore thumb on an otherwise high-end gaming laptop.
Allen Ngo, 01 Jul 2020 06:18
Jun 30, 2020
The new Snapdragon Wear 4100+. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm launches the Snapdragon Wear 4100 platform, complete with a series-first Plus variant

The Snapdragon Wear 3100 was Qualcomm's latest dedicated SoC for smartwatches - until today. It has been supplanted by the new 4100 - as well as the 4100+. Both feature a new processor, paired with an ultra-low-power co-processor. The 4100+ distinguishes itself with an exclusive chipset for enhanced always-on displays.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2020 23:49
Fans have been having fun offering up custom PS5 console designs. (Image source: @GodofWar_ES)

PS5 magnetic controller dock and support stand among alleged upcoming third-party accessories; latest PlayStation 5 placeholder price estimate is €599

It has been rumored that third-party accessories for the PS5 could start being released as early as November 3. The supposed PS5 accessories include a magnetic controller dock, magnetic play and charge cable, and a system stand. A new placeholder price estimate by a Finnish retailer has been published at €599 (US$673).
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Jun 2020 23:36
Acer Nitro 5

80% Acer Nitro 5 AN515-44 Laptop Review: AMD dating Nvidia

Long Life. Acer's Nitro 5 AN515-44 is a combination of the best of both worlds: A powerful AMD Ryzen CPU paired with a high-performance Nvidia Turing GPU. Find out in our review how well these two get along.
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Mobile, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Florian Glaser, 30 Jun 2020 22:47
The next iPad Mini may look very different. (Source: Apple)

Ming-Chi Kuo predicts the next iPad will launch later in 2020

The eminent TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo's latest round of Apple predictions include a rough launch date for an upcoming iPad with a 10.8-inch display. They also allude to another tablet of this series that would involve a re-imagining of the Mini variant for 2021. Both of them may get the OEM's rumored new 20 watt (W) power brick in the box.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2020 22:40
The Xiaomi TV Master Series offers gaming-related features. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi TV Master Series specs leak: 65-inch OLED TV with HDMI 2.1, variable refresh rate, MEMC, and quad-core A73 custom chip

The Xiaomi TV Master Series has only just been announced, with a 65-inch 120 Hz OLED making up the range so far. Now some specs for the upcoming smart TV have been leaked by a Xiaomi manager on Weibo. The Xiaomi TV Master will apparently offer users HDMI 2.1, MEMC image-smoothing technology, variable refresh rate (VRR), and much more.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Jun 2020 22:32
Mating season: AMD meets Nvidia

Long Battery Life and Exciting Hardware: Acer Nitro 5 AN515-44

Acer's Nitro 5 can be equipped either with an Intel chip or one made by AMD, both of which are paired with a Nvidia GPU. We took a closer look at the combination of a Ryzen 5 4600H and a GeForce GTX 1650 Ti.
Florian Glaser, 30 Jun 2020 22:10
PS5 backwards compatibility will extend to at least PlayStation 4 games. (Image source: PS5)

PS5 backwards compatibility focus is all on PS4 games as Sony has no answer about PS1, PS2, and PS3 games

A Sony spokesperson has made a somewhat cryptic comment about PS5 backwards compatibility that already has fans interpreting it from positive and negative viewpoints. Sony is focused on PS4 games, while there is no answer in regard to PlayStation 5 backwards compatibility for PS1, PS2, and PS3 games.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Jun 2020 21:16
The Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 8 Pro and Poco F1 will soon be eligible to receive for MIUI 12 Global Stable beta updates. (Image source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12 Global Stable beta pilot testers published; Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 8 Pro and Poco F1 eligible for Round 2 updates with Redmi Note 7 Pro and Redmi Note 7S dropped

Xiaomi has published the pilot testers that have been selected to receive MIUI 12 Global Stable beta updates for Round 2 of the company's release schedule. The Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 8 Pro and Poco F1 are eligible for the stable beta updates.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 20:17
AMD has confirmed that its next-generation Vermeer processors should be launching in Q3 2020. (Image source: AMD)

Leak confirms AMD Ryzen 4000 "Vermeer" Zen 3 and 7 nm processors are in the final stages of development; AMD sticking with Vega GPUs for Renoir successor, moving onto Navi GPUs as of Van Gogh

AMD Ryzen 4000 "Vermeer" processors are in the final stages of development, igor'sLAB has confirmed. The Zen 3 processors will be joined next year by "Cezanne", the successor to the current Renoir architecture. AMD is sticking with Vega GPUs for Ryzen 5000 mobile processors; expect a Navi switch up as of Van Gogh processors.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 20:14
Xiaomi has extended the Android 10 rollout for the Redmi 7A. (Image source: DimaViper)

Stable Android 10 update lands on the Indian version of the Xiaomi Redmi 7A; MIUI 12 not ready for primetime on the entry-level device though

Xiaomi has delivered another update for the Redmi 7A, this time upgrading Indian handsets to Android 10. However, while the entry-level handset should soon be upgraded to MIUI 12, this latest update does not deliver on that.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 20:00
The Xperia 1 II has some hidden secrets. (Image source: Sony)

The Sony Xperia 1 II is unusually repairable for a flagship smartphone; offers a taste of what to expect from the Xperia Pro too

The Xperia 1 II has some hidden secrets. The flagship smartphone is rather repairable by today's standards too. There are no flimsy cables to slice through when removing the back panel, for instance. Also, many parts are replaceable, with Sony continuing to use modular charging ports and battery pull tabs.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 18:42
The OnePlus Nord will be available to pre-order from tomorrow in multiple countries. (Image source: @MaxJmb)

OnePlus settles on Nord name for the OnePlus Z; At least US$200 cheaper than the OnePlus 8 and headed to pre-order a day earlier than new OnePlus Smart TVs

OnePlus has confirmed the name, tentative pricing and pre-order dates for its next smartphone. Called the OnePlus Nord instead of the OnePlus Lite or OnePlus Z, the device will be available to pre-order in limited quantities from tomorrow. Pitched at under US$500, the OnePlus Nord should cost at least US$200 less than OnePlus 8.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 18:33
The new "bengals" could be new generations of this phone. (Source: OPPO)

Potential new OPPO phones with an interesting code-name leak onto Geekbench

Two new devices with what could be model numbers from the OEM OPPO have emerged on Geekbench 4. They both have 4GB of RAM, run Android 10 and have a heretofore-unseen code-name associated with their processing platform: bengal. Could this, then, be a brand-new upcoming SoC?
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2020 17:59
The Realme C11 is Realme's new entry-level smartphone

Realme C11 launched with Redmi 9C-like hardware

The Realme C1 is the company's latest affordable smartphone that costs RM 429 ($100). It comes with a MediaTek Helio G35 SoC, a 5,000mAh battery, two rear cameras, and a micro USB port. The phone is up for sale in Malaysia and is expected to make its way to other markets in the coming weeks.
Anil Satyanarayana, 30 Jun 2020 17:36
THe price difference between the 15.6 and 17.3-inch models is minimal. (Image Source: CyberPowerPC)

CyberPowerPC reveals affordable Tracer IV R 15.6-inch Slim & 17.3-inch Xtreme laptop series with Ryzen 4000 APUs

With minimal price differences between the 15.6-inch and the 17.3-inch models, the Tracer IV R series offers affordable configurations featuring the Ryzen 5 4600H APU coupled with the GTX 1650 Ti GPU or the Ryzen 7 4800H APU in conjunction with the RTX 2600 Max-P, plus up to 32 GB of RAM and up to 4 TB NVMe SSD storage and even Wi-Fi 6.
Bogdan Solca, 30 Jun 2020 17:13
Xiaomi is continuing with MIUI 11 on the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro in some regions for the time being. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Stable MIUI 12 is not headed to all Xiaomi Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro handsets just yet as EU and Indian models receive underwhelming new updates

Stable MIUI 12 updates for the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro have already arrived for Chinese versions of Xiaomi's latest flagships. The same cannot be said in other countries though, as some people would have discovered today.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 16:39
The Ryzen 4000 desktop APUs are expected to launch next month. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE desktop APU tests reveal reduced memory latency and great overclocking potential

The Aida Cache and Memory benchmarks show that the Ryzen 7 4700GE desktop APU can easily be coupled with DDR4 RAM modules running at 4333 MHz. The resulting memory latency is lower than 50 ns, which is quite the improvement over the 60 ns average latency of the Ryzen 3000 desktop APUs.
Bogdan Solca, 30 Jun 2020 16:38
The Redmi K40 will sport a pop-up display like the Redmi K30 Pro. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Redmi K40 surfaces in yet another leak; expected to share features with the Redmi K30 Pro

The Redmi K30 duo was launched six months ago, which means it's about time we got a successor to the phones. New information has now surfaced about the upcoming Redmi K40, with notable takeaways including battery capacity, display design/features, and main camera specifications.
Ricci Rox, 30 Jun 2020 16:16
The DM20 has a 4G modem and built-in GPS. (Image source: SENBONO via AliExpress)

DM20: A well-equipped smartwatch with 4G connectivity, onboard GPS, a heart rate monitor and a large battery

The SENBONO DM20 is a well-equipped smartwatch that includes not only built-in GPS, but also a 4G modem, a large battery and IP67 certification. The device, which has a 1.88-inch touchscreen, comes in two colours and a choice between 1 GB of RAM with 16 GB of storage or 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 14:16
"WED | 22" is thought to correlate with a release date of July 22. (Image source: @evleaks via @TechScoreNY)

Leak confirms launch date of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 and multiple new features; 41 mm and 45 mm LTE smartwatches to arrive before the Galaxy Note 20 series

A leak has seemingly confirmed the launch date of the Galaxy Watch 3, Samsung's next flagship smartwatch series. Thought to be arriving in 41 mm and 45 mm sizes, the Galaxy Watch 3 will also come in LTE and Wi-Fi only variants. According to this leak, the Galaxy Watch 3 will arrive a few days earlier than the expected launch of the Galaxy Note 20 series and several new foldable Samsung smartphones too.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 14:12
The Belkin Thunderbolt 3-equipped Dock Core is Mac and PC compatible. (Image: Belkin)

Belkin targets remote workers with its new 'dual-powered' Thunderbolt 3 Dock Core

Belkin has launched its latest Thunderbolt 3-enabled dock that is calling the Dock Core. The new hub supports up to two 4K monitors at 60 Hz or a single 8K monitor at 30 Hz.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 30 Jun 2020 13:59
Facebook's holographic VR glasses protoype. (Image: Facebook)

Facebook teases sunglasses-like wearable VR prototype featuring holographic lens tech

Facebook’s Reality Labs has teased a working prototype of a VR ‘headset’ that shrinks the technology down into something akin to a pair of sunglasses. To make this possible, Facebook’s researchers have combined holographic optics and polarization-based optical folding which would replace the traditional refractive lens approach.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 30 Jun 2020 13:24
The Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C are now available for purchase in Malaysia

Xiaomi unveils the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C in Malaysia

Xiaomi Malaysia has just listed the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C on its official Facebook page. Both phones come with a MediaTek Helio SoC, 5,000mAh battery that can be charged at 10W, a 6.5-inch HD+ screen, and a paltry 2GB of RAM. The Redmi 9A is priced at RM 359 ($83), while the latter costs RM 429 ($100)
Anil Satyanarayana, 30 Jun 2020 12:15
Samsung PM881 MZNLH512HALU-0000/07 SSD Benchmarks

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Fan-made Microsoft Xbox Series S/Lockhart concept. (Image source: Reddit - u/jiveduder)

Xbox Series S Lockhart to share the same CPU spec as the Xbox Series X to target 1080p 60 fps or 1440p 30 fps; console likely to be officially unveiled in August

The Xbox Series S codenamed Lockhart will have the same CPU specs as that of the Xbox Series S but with reduced GPU horsepower with game devs being able to target 1080/60 and 1440p/30 performance levels. Microsoft is expected to unveil Lockhart some time in August.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 Jun 2020 09:16
The Redmi 8 starts receiving Android 10 in China. (Source: XDA-Developer)

Android 10 update arrives for the Xiaomi Redmi 8

Xiaomi has now started rolling out Android 10 to its last-gen Redmi series, beginning with the Redmi 8 in China. The Android 10 update for the Redmi 8 is based on MIUI 11 and carries the build number "MIUI 11.0.1.0 QCNCNXM". It weighs 2.0 GB and doubles up as the June security patch.
Ricci Rox, 30 Jun 2020 08:57
2020 HP Envy x360 13 Convertible 2-in-1 Review: Ryzen 5 Beats a Core i7

86% 2020 HP Envy x360 13 Convertible 2-in-1 Review: Ryzen 5 Beats a Core i7

A leaner Spectre x360 13. The latest mid-range 13.3-inch convertible from HP could easily pass as a flagship Spectre offering. It does a lot of things right to be a worthwhile sub-$1000 laptop with only a handful of annoyances to keep in mind.
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U, Vega 6, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 30 Jun 2020 08:33
The Moto G 5G may feature an unusual dual punch hole arrangement (Image source: @evleaks)

The upcoming Moto G 5G looks very strange in leaked renders with a dual punch hole camera in front

Leaked renders for Motorola’s upcoming Moto G 5G indicate that the midranger will feature a rather strange dual front punch hole camera arrangement, along with a quad 48MP shooter on the rear. Details about the device are scarce, but we expect it to feature a midrange 5G Qualcomm chipset, such as the Snapdragon 690 5G.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 30 Jun 2020 08:33
AMD’s latest beta driver enables support for hardware GPU scheduling (Image source: AMD)

AMD releases beta driver enabling hardware accelerated GPU scheduling in Windows 10: benchmarks indicate moderate performance gains

Hot on NVIDIA’s heels, AMD released its first beta driver enabling support for Windows 10’s hardware accelerated GPU scheduling feature. The new technology, allowing for fine-grained VRAM management, appears to have a small but noticeable impact on performance according to benchmarks.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 30 Jun 2020 08:14
Leaked benchmarks indicate that the Ryzen 5 3600XT might make a poor choice for midrange gamers (Image source: AMD)

Did AMD overplay its hand with XT? The cheaper Comet Lake S i5-10400 bests the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT in leaked gaming benchmarks

Leaked benchmarks for the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT indicate that AMD might have overplayed its hand with its Zen 2 refresh: The US$249 3600XT is bested in gaming benchmarks by Intel’s cheaper Comet Lake S i5-10400.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 30 Jun 2020 07:42
Some AMD Zen 2 laptops are suffering from extreme 4K playback issues; the latest Radeon drivers provide the hotfix

Some AMD Zen 2 laptops are suffering from extreme 4K playback issues; the latest Radeon drivers provide the hotfix

If you happen to own a new Ryzen 4000U series laptop, then we highly recommend updating to the latest Radeon and Adrenalin drivers. Otherwise, 4K video playback may buffer and be unwatchable.
Allen Ngo, 30 Jun 2020 06:38
MediaTek has released two new entry-level gaming chips

The MediaTek Helio G35 and Helio G25 aim to offer a superior gaming experience on affordable smartphones

MediaTek has unveiled two new gaming-centric chips for entry-level smartphones. The Helio G35 and Helio G25 come with eight Cortex-A53 cores, a PowerVR GE8320 GPU, and support for MediaTek's HyperEngine technology. The former will allegedly make its debut alongside the Realme C11, while the latter will be featured in the Redmi 9A.
Anil Satyanarayana, 30 Jun 2020 04:43
Jun 29, 2020
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 will come in 41 mm and 45 mm size variants. (Image source: @evleaks - edited)

New Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 images show the upcoming smartwatch looking chic in black titanium and bronze (rose gold really)

New leaked Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 images show the upcoming wearable in both black titanium and what has been classified as bronze, although it certainly looks more like rose gold. It appears Samsung has opted to go for an elegant design for its Galaxy Watch 3, although that does not mean style has been entirely chosen over substance.
Daniel R Deakin, 29 Jun 2020 23:59
The Xiaomi Ninebot Number 9 Gokart Pro can be folded away to fit into a car trunk. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Ninebot Number 9 Gokart Pro: Enjoy your favorite racing tracks while drifting at up to 23 mph for 8,998 yuan (US$1,270)

Xiaomi is now selling a flashy go-kart in the form of the Ninebot Number 9 Gokart Pro. The vehicle can reach speeds of up to 23 mph (37 km/h) and features 4x 8 W speakers and dynamic-cornering capability. The designer of the 8,998-yuan (US$1,270) Gokart Pro, Ninebot, is a Xiaomi-backed firm that owns Segway Inc.
Daniel R Deakin, 29 Jun 2020 23:03
The GALAX GTX 1650 Ultra. (Source: VideoCardz)

NVIDIA's GTX 1650 has a new variant, again

The gaming component and peripherals company GALAX has launched a new product called the GTX 1650 Ultra. However, its GPU is not that of the original non-ray-tracing Turing variant, but of underpowered chips left out of other cards such as the RTX 2070. Then again, its TDP is higher than some others of its name.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2020 22:51
The Xiaomi TV Master Series is Xiaomi's most ambitious TV offering yet. (Source: Gearbest)

Xiaomi is set to launch a 65-inch 120 Hz OLED flagship TV on par with the LG C9 and Samsung Q90R

Xiaomi's recent 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max seems to have been a commercial success, and the company is set to follow it up with yet another TV. This TV, branded as the "Xiaomi TV Master Series" will sit at the very top of Xiaomi's TV hierarchy, and will take on the rest of the world with a 65-inch OLED 120 Hz display.
Ricci Rox, 29 Jun 2020 22:33
The Sony a7S II. (Source: Sony)

A successor for the Sony a7S II is finally on the way

The a7S II is a member of Sony's Alpha series of full-frame cameras lauded for its low-light and 4K video performance, even though it has been several years since its release. Now, an executive from this OEM has confirmed that a successor for the unit is on the way. According to this source, every aspect of the 7S has been completely re-designed.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2020 21:58
Samsung has combined picture technology with energy efficiency for the QT67 QLED TV series. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung QT67 QLED TV series launches: Six first-class energy-efficient models starting from 990,000 won (US$824)

Samsung has announced the launch of the QT67 QLED TV series, with six models making up the new lineup. Along with the incredible high-definition pictures, the new QT67 QLED televisions from the South Korean manufacturer have been rated with first-class energy efficiency. The cheapest model is the 43-inch set, which costs KRW 990,000 (US$824).
Daniel R Deakin, 29 Jun 2020 21:48
Apple A12Z-powered Mac Mini running macOS Big Sur Developer Beta shows promise in first Geekbench 5 results. (Image Source: iDownloadBlog)

First A12Z Bionic DTK Geekbench 5 benchmarks show Apple's transition holds immense promise; only a 28% in drop seen in single-core score compared to the MacBook Air 2020

The first Geekbench 5 results of the Apple Mac Mini Developer Transition Kit (DTK) powered by the A12Z Bionic running macOS 11 Big Sur Developer Beta 1 have surfaced despite Apple's developer NDA being in force. The benchmark is running under a Rosetta 2 emulation and the performance deficit, though significant compared to the Core i5 MacBook Air 2020 and the iPad Pro, is understandable and in many ways, encouraging.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Jun 2020 21:24
Still unique: The hinge of the Microsoft Surface Book 3 13.5

Microsoft Surface Book 3 13.5: Is it worth switching from the previous model?

With the third edition of its convertible, Microsoft has given the Surface Book 3 13.5 an Ice Lake CPU and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 in Max-Q design. But does the hardware really have an advantage over the Surface Book 2?
Mike Wobker & Christian Hintze, 29 Jun 2020 20:58
Samsung Galaxy A41: A lot of equipment at a small price

Samsung Galaxy A41: A lot of equipment at a small price

The Galaxy A41 is the youngest representative of the Galaxy A series from Samsung and has a reputation to protect. Until now, smartphones from this family were able to convince with their good price-performance ratio. As our test shows, the Galaxy A41 makes no mistakes either. The 6.1-inch mid-range smartphone offers a lot of value at a price of 299 Euros (~$335).
Manuel Masiero, 29 Jun 2020 20:06
TikTok is now banned in India

Indian government bans 59 prominent Chinese apps; TikTok, Mi Community, UC Browser, and more affected

The Indian government has banned 59 Chinese-origin apps in the country. Some of the banned apps include TikTok, Share It, UC Browser, WeChat, Mobile Legends, UC Browser, and Club Factory. The directive also instructs Google and Apple 24 hours to take the apps off their respective platforms.
Anil Satyanarayana, 29 Jun 2020 19:50

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