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Dec 5, 2019
The Radeon RX 5500 XT: A GeForce GTX 1660 challenger? (Image source: Tech Critter)

AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT: 8 GB GDDR6 Navi 14 GPU rumoured to launch next week

Have you got your eyes on a new midrange desktop GPU? Are you considering something by NVIDIA, perhaps? Well, AMD has other ideas, and it comes in the form of another Navi 14 GPU. That's right, the Radeon RX 5500 XT is on the horizon and may launch as soon as early next week.
Alex Alderson, 05 Dec 2019 01:12
Nubia Red Magic 3S display appears to be better calibrated than the original Red Magic 3

Nubia Red Magic 3S display appears to be better calibrated than the original Red Magic 3

Aside from the move to the Snapdragon 855 Plus and faster UHS 3.0 storage, the Red Magic 3S doesn't introduce much else to the table. The display, for example, remains relatively dim compared to the competition at under 300 nits maximum even though colors are slightly more accurate this time around.
Allen Ngo, 05 Dec 2019 00:40
Apple MacBook Pro 16 2019 Laptop Review: A convincing Core i9-9880H and Radeon Pro 5500M powered multimedia laptop

90% Apple MacBook Pro 16 2019 Laptop Review: A convincing Core i9-9880H and Radeon Pro 5500M powered multimedia laptop

A return to its origins. A thicker case, proven keyboard design and better cooling: That is the latest MacBook Pro in a nutshell. It seems that Apple has finally listened to its users and the press by optimising its largest high-end laptop for professionals. We put the flagship model through its paces in this detailed review.
Intel Core i9-9880H, AMD Radeon Pro 5500M, 16", 2 kg
Klaus Hinum, Andreas Osthoff, 05 Dec 2019 00:14
Dec 4, 2019
Google Photos may get more like messaging apps in the future. (Source: Google)

Google introduces a new setting for more private, direct-to-contact photo sharing

Google Photos is probably one of the biggest platforms for personal image management. However, sharing via the same app has always been of a public nature. Now, the app is to gain a new update in which this content can apparently be sent directly to those known to the user in a more one-to-one manner.
Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Dec 2019 23:52
The Asus StudioBook S W700 could be a good clue to how a 17-inch XPS might look. (Source: Asus)

Dell Precision 5750 shows up on Geekbench, suggests 17-inch XPS may be coming soon

Redditor u/stblr uncovered recent Geekbench benchmarks for a previously-unheard of Dell "Precision 5750", likely a 17-inch device with compact dimensions that would also be analogous to any future XPS 17 design.
Douglas Black, 04 Dec 2019 22:46
The Resident Evil 3 Remake could be announced later this month. (Image source: Eurogamer)

Leaked Resident Evil 3 remake images show new looks for Jill, Carlos, and Nemesis

Some artwork for a Resident Evil 3: Nemesis remake has been accidentally leaked onto the PlayStation Network. Although the game has not been officially announced yet, it has long been rumored, and it seems the new images confirm the existence of the title. Jill, Carlos, and Nemesis feature in the pictures with updated looks for the 21st century.
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Dec 2019 20:50
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 765/765G is designed to drive rapid adoption of 5G. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 765/765G tech specs reveal big gains for upper mid-range users with integrated X52 5G modem and improved imaging, gaming, and AI capabilities

Qualcomm has revealed further information about the new Snapdragon 765/765G SoCs that are targeted at the upper mid-range segment. The Snapdragon 765/765G feature an integrated Snapdragon X52 5G modem and offer 5.5 TOPS of AI performance. While most specifications of both the SKUs are the same, the Snapdragon 765G is being targeted at mobile gamers with a slight increase in Prime CPU clock, increased Adreno 620 performance, and availability of select Snapdragon Elite Gaming features.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Dec 2019 20:00
Samsung's flagship Galaxy Note 10 ditched the headphone jack. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite renders reveal welcome presence of the headphone jack

New renders of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite have revealed that the smartphone apparently sports a headphone jack. It also appears to have a central punch-hole front-facing camera and a square housing for the rear-facing camera setup. The Note 10 Lite, which may also be known as the Galaxy A81 in some markets, is expected to come with 6 GB RAM and an Exynos 9810 SoC.
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Dec 2019 19:54
T-Mobile now lists the Galaxy Note 10+ 5G on its network. (Source: T-Mobile)

The T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ 5G ships with the Snapdragon X55 modem and Android 10

T-Mobile has unveiled its branded version of the highest-end Galaxy Note 10+. This device has Qualcomm's 2nd-gen 5G modem, which makes it compatible with the US carrier's new sub-6GHz network. It is also Samsung's first phone to ship with One UI 2.0 out of the box.
Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Dec 2019 19:25
Amazon Fire HD 10 (2019) Tablet Review: A 10-inch tablet at a bargain price

79% Amazon Fire HD 10 (2019) Tablet Review: A 10-inch tablet at a bargain price

An all-round entertainer. The Fire HD 10 (2019) is one of the cheapest 10-inch plus tablets on the market, with Amazon pricing it at US$149.99. While its pricing precludes the Fire HD 10 (2019) from being a high-end product, it has enough qualities to entertain most people. Read on to find out for whom the Fire HD 10 (2019) is best suited.
Mediatek MT8183, ARM Mali-G72 MP3, 10.1", 504 g
Manuel Masiero, 04 Dec 2019 18:59
The "One Hyper" may look like this. (Source: WinFuture)

The Motorola One Hyper is now touted to be the OEM's first 64MP and pop-up camera phone

Some images of a new Motorola phone with the legend "64MP Quad Pixel" embossed on its main camera module have emerged. Rumored to be called the One Hyper, this device also has a single pop-up selfie shooter that leaves its front panel with a minimal chin and bezels on 3 sides. It is also thought to be powered by the Snapdragon 675 SoC.
Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Dec 2019 18:35
Former SIE CEO Ken Kutaragi and current SIE CEO Jim Ryan. (Image source: @PlayStation)

PlayStation news: Guinness World Record, PS5 pre-orders, no PS Vita 2 development

Sony has been awarded a Guinness World Record for having the best-selling home video console brand ever, just in time for the PlayStation’s 25th anniversary. Best Buy is now offering eager future PS5 purchasers the chance to be notified when pre-order is available. However, fans of handheld consoles hoping for a PS Vita 2 will be disappointed by comments made by PlayStation’s boss, Jim Ryan.
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Dec 2019 17:46
Android may be able to leave Bluetooth out of Airplane Mode's reach soon. (Source: TheJournal)

Android 11 may support leaving Bluetooth on in Airplane Mode

Airplane mode is an ever-present setting on mobile devices that is effectively an instant kill switch for all radios, those for wireless connectivity included. However, this setting can be considerably less convenient for those who depend on Bluetooth for audio. There are now signs that an Android 10 successor may allow more granular control over what it does.
Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Dec 2019 17:19
ASRock's 4x4 BOX - V1000M is among the smallest Ryzen-powered mini PCs available on the market. (Source: AMD)

AMD announces mini PC solutions to compete with Intel's NUC models

The list of partners who are already offering Ryzen-powered mini PCs include ASRock, Simply NUC, EEPD, OnLogic and Tranquil PC, with more OEMs expected to join throughout 2020. For now, the mini PCs are powered by the R1000 and V1000 embedded CPUs based on the Zen+ microarchitecture, but AMD plans to release improved 7 nm CPUs with Navi iGPUs next year.
Bogdan Solca, 04 Dec 2019 17:04
Huawei is looking to enter the desktop PC market with ARM-based CPUs and proprietary motherboards. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei will be making desktop PC motherboards for its Kunpeng 920 ARMv8 CPUs

Huawei joins the "technological independence" move with its Kunpeng 920 ARMv8 quad/octa-core CPUs and the associated desktop motherboards that offer PCIe3.0 integration along with support for up to 64 GB of quad-channel DDR4-2400 RAM. There are plans for server CPUs with up to 64 cores coupled with up to 1 TB DDR4-3200 RAM.
Bogdan Solca, 04 Dec 2019 16:40
The Snapdragon will compete against the Exynos 990 next year. (Source: Qualcomm)

Snapdragon 865 Geekbench benchmark appearance shows it trading blows with the Exynos 9825 and Apple A13 Bionic

The new Snapdragon 865 was unveiled yesterday. The device has now been benchmarked on an outdated version of Geekbench. Recorded scores show it throwing blows with the Apple A12 Bionic, matching the Apple A13 in multi-core, while equalling the Exynos 9825 in single-core and destroying it in multi-core.
Ricci Rox, 04 Dec 2019 16:40
Huawei is based in Shenzhen, Guangdong. (Image source: Nikkei Asian Review)

Huawei fails to apologize to unfairly detained former employee but bemoans Meng Wanzhou's situation

Huawei has issued a statement in regard to the lengthy and unjust detention of a former employee who was falsely accused of trying to blackmail the Chinese company. However, while many would have expected a formal apology, it seems the manufacturer has suggested the ex-worker should consider litigation instead. Ironically, Huawei has just publicly complained about its CFO’s “unlawful and illegal” detainment.
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Dec 2019 16:21
Asus ROG Phone 2 Smartphone Review – 120-Hz display and improved air triggers

87% Asus ROG Phone 2 Smartphone Review – 120-Hz display and improved air triggers

Beefed up. Asus has made some significant improvements to the ROG phone, which first appeared on the scene in 2018: Instead of 90 Hz, we now have 120, instead of 8 GB of RAM, there is now 12, and there is, of course, a brand-new SoC on board. We had a chance to play a few games on it, and when it came time to give it back, we did so rather reluctantly. However, if you plan on using it for anything other than gaming such as making phone calls, surfing the web, emailing etc., then its weight of 240 g might prove to be not very easy to overlook.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ / 855 Plus, Adreno 640, 6.59", 240 g
Inge Schwabe, 04 Dec 2019 15:01
AMD Ryzen 4200G is set to feature a must faster iGPU (Source: AMD)

Ryzen 3 4200G “Renoir” spotted on SiSoft Sandra

Industry insider TUM_APISAK recently spotted a SiSoft Sandra OpenCL listing for the supposed Ryzen 3 4200G. Higher clock speeds promise better GPU performance. But does it feature Vega or Navi?
Arjun Krishna Lal, 04 Dec 2019 14:47
Star Citizen reaches a $250 million milestone (Image Source: ROBERTS SPACE INDUSTRIES)

Star Citizen raises over $250 million in crowdfunding money

Star Citizen has now crossed the $250 million mark on its Kickstarter campaign. CitizenCon—the game's annual player convention—was host to a plethora of new in-game content such as a new planet, star system, game mode and more.
Anil Satyanarayana, 04 Dec 2019 14:38
Mi Band 3i (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches ultra-affordable Mi Band 3i in India

Xiaomi introduces its ultra-affordable Mi Band 3i to the Indian market at Rs. 1299 (US$18). The Mi Band 3i offers feature parity with the Mi Band 3, only giving up heart rate tracking. At this price-point, is the Mi Band 3i a viable first wearable for Indian users?
Arjun Krishna Lal, 04 Dec 2019 14:28
Schenker Slim 15 Review: Wi-fi 6 laptop doesn't go to full capacity

82% Schenker Slim 15 Review: Wi-fi 6 laptop doesn't go to full capacity

New isn't always better. Schenker is entering the next round with the Slim 15 and is now relying on Intel's latest Comet architecture and exciting features. A fast WLAN module and a colorful keyboard illumination adorn our configuration. However, the new and faster processor does not fully exploit its potential.
Intel Core i5-10210U, UHD Graphics 620, 15.6", 1.6 kg
Nino Ricchizzi, 04 Dec 2019 10:17
Intel Xeon E-2276M Laptop CPU - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Xeon E-2276M Laptop CPU - Benchmarks and Specs

Coffee Lake-H x86 6 cores @ 2800 - 4700 MHz 14nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Xeon E-2276M processor
The Redmi K30 will sport a side-mounted fingerprint reader. (Source: Weibo)

The Redmi K30 will be powered by the new Snapdragon 765

There's been conflicting information on what SoC the upcoming Redmi K30 will feature. Some say it'll be the Snapdragon 730G, while others tout the MediaTek Dimensity 1000 5G. New developments debunk all of those, and we're almost definitely going to see a Redmi K30 powered by the just-announced Snapdragon 765.
Ricci Rox, 04 Dec 2019 09:36
The Huawei P Smart (2019) was released almost a year ago. (Source: Android Authority)

EMUI 10 update begins rolling out to the Huawei P Smart (2019)

Huawei has sent out the EMUI 10 update to its Kirin 980-powered premium phones, and is now setting its sights on the mid-range. Owners of the Huawei P Smart (2019) are now receiving the Android 10-based EMUI 10 update, and we expect other Kirin 710-powered devices like the Honor 8X and P30 Lite to get the update in the near future.
Ricci Rox, 04 Dec 2019 09:34
MSI GE63 Raider 8SG Laptop Review: GeForce RTX 2080 for Cheap

83% MSI GE63 Raider 8SG Laptop Review: GeForce RTX 2080 for Cheap

Last gen look, current gen graphics. It may not have the sexy narrow bezels of the latest laptops, but the GE63 still comes equipped with one of the fastest Nvidia GPUs available and an ultra-smooth 144 Hz display with almost no ghosting.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Mobile, 15.6", 2.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 04 Dec 2019 07:03
Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin are stepping down their respective roles as CEO and President of Alphabet. (Source: Getty)

Larry Page, Sergey Brin step down from Alphabet, Sundar Pichai takes over the reins

In a bombshell announcement, Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin have announced that they are stepping aside from their roles as Alphabet CEO and Chairman, respectively. In their place, long-trusted lieutenant Sundar Pichai will take over the reins of Alphabet while continuing in his role as Google CEO.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Dec 2019 02:24
The Radeon RX 5600 XT may arrive as soon as Q1 2020. (Image source: AMD)

AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT: 6 GB of GDDR6 VRAM and a Q1 2020 launch date?

AMD is not done with its Navi GPUs yet, with the company apparently prepping another desktop GPU to add to its portfolio. While its name and early specifications suggest that it will not be pushing NVIDIA's top-end GPUs, it could apply further pressure to the green team's mid-range offerings.
Alex Alderson, 04 Dec 2019 00:33
Dec 3, 2019
Image source: Own

Xiaomi announces Mi 10 smartphone with Snapdragon 865

Xiaomi's CEO Lin Bin today announced the Xiaomi Mi 10, one of the first phones to use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865. Bin offered few details, but it's likely the Mi 10 will carry flagship specifications and use the same 108 MP camera sensor used in Xiaomi's other phones, particularly the Mi CC9.
Sam Medley, 03 Dec 2019 23:01
The Galaxy A91 may look like this. (Source: OnLeaks/91Mobiles)

The latest Samsung Galaxy A91 renders hint at a whole mess of cameras and central punch-hole

The Samsung Galaxy A91 is thought to be one of this OEM's new phones in 2020. OnLeaks has released new renders for this device, showing that it may look somewhat like the Note 10 of this year. This design is also thought to apply to the upcoming Galaxy S11 flagship series.
Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Dec 2019 21:53
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform is now official. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm offers a sneak peek at the Snapdragon 865 and Snapdragon 765/765G Mobile Platforms with integrated 5G

At the Snapdragon Tech Summit 2019 in Hawaii, Qualcomm showed off its next generation ARM SoCs — the Snapdragon 865 and the Snapdragon 765/765G. While full technical details about the new SoCs are still awaited, Qualcomm did indicate that the Snapdragon 765/765G feature integrated 5G, advanced AI, and select Snapdragon Elite Gaming experiences.
J. Simon Leitner, Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 Dec 2019 21:37
The new Runn treadmill tracker. (Source: North Pole Engineering)

The Runn is a new sensor that beams treadmill performance to a smartphone

Those who use treadmills might want to keep track of their speed, incline and other metrics as they work out. The Runn is a new gadget that captures this data and sends it right to a compatible fitness app. It is up for pre-order now, and is slated to ship in mid-December
Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Dec 2019 21:16
ZTE's next major Android upgrade is called MiFavor 10. (Source: Weibo)

ZTE's Android 10 skin will be called MiFavor 10

The Chinese OEM ZTE has revealed that it has a version of Android 10 ready to go. This MiFavor 10 OS is slated to confer numerous UI and system improvements on the devices that will update to it. They include a dark mode, an AI engine upgrade and new dynamic wallpapers.
Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Dec 2019 20:36
Samsung's new trademark application. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

The next generations of Samsung foldables will have "Hideaway" hinges, according to a new trademark

Samsung has reportedly trademarked the name "Hideaway Hinge" with the EU's intellectual property office, EUIPO. This name, as it may sound on the tin, is a component relevant to smartphones and tablets. Therefore, it seems the Galaxy Fold's successors may be less obtrusive in the crease-region.
Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Dec 2019 20:04
Will the next iPhones sport 6 GB of RAM and AirPods in the box? (Image source: Apple)

Next Apple iPhones to enter mass production in Q1 2020: 6 GB of RAM and AirPods in the box?

Two new rumours about next year's iPhones are doing the rounds, and they imply that Apple is considering making its smartphones better value for money. Heresy, right?
Alex Alderson, 03 Dec 2019 19:02
Mediatek MT8183 SoC - Benchmarks and Specs

Mediatek MT8183 SoC - Benchmarks and Specs

Cortex-A73/-A53 ARM 8 cores @ 2000 MHz 12nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Mediatek MT8183 processor
The motherboard featured in the "Austin Beach" NUCs has a special connector for the replaceable Compute Element module. (Source: Intel)

Intel to release "Austin Beach" fanless rugged NUCs with modular specs

The rugged "Austin Beach" NUCs will be Intel's first fanless models to integrate 15 W Whiskey Lake CPUs. As far as the modular design goes, the upcoming NUCs will come with a special motherboard that can connect to replaceable Compute Element modules, which feature soldered CPU / RAM / eMMC storage components.
Bogdan Solca, 03 Dec 2019 17:20
The new A-series is the most important GPU IP in the past 15 years for Imagination. (Source: Imagination)

Imagination announces the A-series smartphone GPUs

The venerable PowerVR GPUs will be replaced with the new A-series IP that brings significant performance improvements for the high-end and mid-range mobile GPU models. Top-of-the line will be the AXT 64-2048 GPU that is estimated to be 2.5X faster than the current Series 9XM Rogue-based model.
Bogdan Solca, 03 Dec 2019 16:55
HP ProBook x360 11 G6 coming with Amber Lake-Y Core i3-10110Y and i5-10210Y in March 2020 (Source: HP)

HP ProBook x360 11 G6 Education Edition coming with Amber Lake-Y Core i3-10110Y and i5-10210Y in March 2020

HP School Pack software will come pre-installed alongside dual cameras, a webcam privacy shutter, touchscreen pen support, Wi-Fi 6, and BIOS-level security features to protect students.
Allen Ngo, 03 Dec 2019 14:59
Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition in Review: Solid Workstation with a Lot of Performance

87% Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition in Review: Solid Workstation with a Lot of Performance

Honed Blade. The Blade 15 Studio Edition is Razer's prime 15.6-inch workstation. The laptop shines with a high performance level, a 4K OLED touchscreen display and a Thunderbolt 3 port. The memory configuration is solid as well: 32 GB of RAM, 16 GB of VRAM and an NVMe-SSD (1 TB).
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 Max-Q, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 03 Dec 2019 11:07
That has to be the sketchiest-looking "under-display" selfie camera setup we've ever seen. (Source: Slashleaks)

Xiaomi calls out yet another mouth-watering Mi Mix 4 leak as fake

Yet another leak has surfaced, painting an extremely attractive picture of the supposed upcoming Mi Mix 4. Some major touted features include a variable 120 Hz display with a QHD+ resolution, a 108 MP main shooter, quad rear camera setup, and an under-display dual selfie camera system. Sadly, dreams are just that...dreams.
Ricci Rox, 03 Dec 2019 11:06
The Redmi Note 8. (Source: Xiaomi)

10 million units in three months: The Redmi Note 8 series is outselling the Redmi Note 7 duo

Just three months after the phones were launched, Xiaomi has confirmed that it has sold ten million units of the Redmi Note 8 series. That is, the Redmi Note 8 and Note 8 Pro. This means that the Note 8 phones are actually outselling the Redmi Note 7 phones, which is incredible considering the phones’ relatively lackluster reception by the enthusiast community.
Ricci Rox, 03 Dec 2019 11:05
The back of the Redmi K30 has a very Huawei look to it. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Updated | Xiaomi Redmi K30: Design revealed ahead of imminent launch

Xiaomi's next mid-range smartphone may arrive as soon as tomorrow, according to new information posted online. The Redmi K30 series will also be 5G capable, throwing up questions about the SoC that will underpin the smartphones. The K20 series successors will sport a radically different design too, along with a new high-resolution Sony camera sensor.
Updated: New marketing photos confirm fingerprint scanner question and confirm launch date. Two Redmi-branded smart devices have been teased too.
Alex Alderson, 03 Dec 2019 09:42
The AMD Radeon RX 5300M seems to be an excellent alternative to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650.

Exclusive: First 5300M Benchmarks | AMD Radeon RX 5300M takes the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 to the cleaners despite clock and memory constraints

We were provided preliminary 3DMark benchmarks performed on a pre-production laptop powered by the new AMD Radeon RX 5300M mobile GPU, which give us first impressions of how AMD's new entry-level Navi 14 part stacks up against the competition. Although the RX 5300M does suffer a performance setback against the RX 5500M, it does a good job in beating the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 and its Max-Q variant quite convincingly.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 Dec 2019 08:57
Where are all these Walmart laptops coming from? Tongfang is the source

Where are all these Walmart laptops coming from? Tongfang is the source

You can shop smarter by knowing where resellers like Walmart are getting their laptops. ODMs often sell the same white label laptop to multiple resellers who will then reskin and rebrand the laptop as their own. By shopping around different resellers, you can often find the exact same laptop under different names but at cheaper prices.
Allen Ngo, 03 Dec 2019 06:34
The Galaxy S11+ looks set for rounded display corners all around. (Source: @universeice)

Galaxy S11+ screen protector leaks point to curved edges all around

Samsung’s Galaxy S11+ is generating a lot of interest as you would expect from the next Samsung flagship smartphone due for an official reveal early next year. Well known Samsung insider @universice is back at it again, this time confirming what he expects will be a substantially reshaped front display to help set the device apart from the competition.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 Dec 2019 04:27
The KFA2 GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER: Worthy of your time and money. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

KFA2 GeForce GTX 1660 Super: A midrange GPU that punches above its weight

If you have set yourself a limit of around €250 (~US$275) for a new desktop GPU this Christmas, then you will run into the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER sooner or later. The GTX 1660 SUPER improves upon the regular GTX 1660 in several areas, with the KFA2 version going even further than a reference card could.
Alex Alderson, 03 Dec 2019 01:39
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The OnePlus 6 and 6T originally received Android 10 at the start of last month. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 6 and 6T pick up Android 10 update

Still waiting for Android 10 on your OnePlus 6 or 6T? Well, OnePlus has started releasing the OS upgrade again, but only to handsets in China. You could install the build on any OnePlus 6 or 6T, though.
Alex Alderson, 02 Dec 2019 23:22
Sony Crackle is an example of an ad-based video streaming service. (Source: Sony)

More and more people are using ad-based streaming services

Some subscription-based streaming platforms have become huge for a number of reasons, the total lack of ads being one of them. However, there are emerging alternatives that reinstate this potential disadvantage back in return for no monthly fee. Research has shown that their uptake in the United States has increased by nearly 10% over the last 12 months.
Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Dec 2019 23:13
A teaser shot for the 2020 Galaxy As. (Source: YouTube)

Samsung will launch the 2020 Galaxy A series soon

Samsung Vietnam has released a new trailer for the upcoming Galaxy A series. It is pretty apparent that, with their central punch-hole displays, they will improve on their predecessors in one respect at least. They will launch in this market on December 12, 2019.
Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Dec 2019 22:32

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