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The Sony XH90 series will come in four screen sizes. (Image source: Sony)

Sony confirms that its XH90 4K TVs are "ready for next-generation consoles"

Available in four sizes, the Sony XH90 series runs on the in-house 4K HDR Processor X1. Supposedly "ready for next-generation consoles", the XH90 will be capable of 4K and 120 FPS gaming.

Alex Alderson, 18 May 2020 18:38

The LG G7 ThinQ and V50S ThinQ have now started receiving Android 10. (Image source: LG via GSMArena)

LG begins upgrading the G7 ThinQ and V50S ThinQ to Android 10

The LG G7 ThinQ and V50S ThinQ have started receiving their first taste of Android 10. Rolled out to carrier unlocked handsets, the OS upgrades will arrive as OTA downloads.

Alex Alderson, 18 May 2020 18:11

Huawei's already tenuous grip on its smartphone business looks like it might have been properly cut off by the US this time. (Source: Huawei)

US ban bites: TSMC said to cut off Huawei Kirin SoC orders

Things continue to go from bad to worse for Chinese telecoms and smartphone giant Huawei. The US recently extended its ban on the company for another 12 months with some new clauses that also target its ability to use chips that m...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 18 May 2020 14:19

The Redmi 10X will be the first smartphone to feature the Dimensity 820 SoC. (Image source: Redmi via @xiaomishka)

MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC in Redmi 10X smartphone benches like a champion on AnTuTu and leaves the Snapdragon 765G in the dust

The upcoming Redmi 10X with a brand-new MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC has been delivering some astonishing benchmark scores on AnTuTu. The midrange chip managed a class-leading performance with the aid of its four Cortex-A76 @2.6 GHz...

Daniel R Deakin, 18 May 2020 12:05

YouTube on longer offers HD content to Indian users on mobile (Image source: YouTube)

Opinion | YouTube, stop with the 480p bandwidth discrimination in India already

A month ago, YouTube decided to limit Indian mobile users to a maximum of 480p, citing bandwidth constraints. However, with 85 percent of YouTube users residing outside India, completely unaffected, the decision prompts questions ...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 18 May 2020 09:20

The Z1 may be an alternate version of the Neo3. (Source: iQOO)

A probable iQOO Z1 shows up on Geekbench ahead of its launch

The iQOO Z1 is currently touted as the MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ SoC-powered twin of the Snapdragon 865-driven Neo3 smartphone. A phone with a model number that may belong to the former has surfaced on Geekbench 5. It points to 8GB...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 May 2020 19:12

The LG V40 still looks good. (Source: Mashable)

Feature | The LG V40 ThinQ was the underappreciated flagship no one bought

The LG V40 had it all: three versatile rear cameras, five cameras in total, an excellent display, and competitive pricing. And yet, it never quite managed to hit the heights attained by its contemporaries; why?

Ricci Rox, 17 May 2020 17:33

The Nokia 6.3 may not feature a Snapdragon 67x SoC after all; Nokia 5.3 pictured. (Image source: HMD Global)

Nokia 6.3: 24 MP primary, 12 MP ultra-wide and 2 MP depth cameras for Snapdragon 730 and Q3 2020 mid-range smartphone

Rumour has it that a Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 will underpin the Nokia 6.3, not a Snapdragon 670 or Snapdragon 675 as was previously claimed. Camera details about the upcoming mid-range smartphone have been revealed too ahead of a p...

Alex Alderson, 17 May 2020 15:31

Renders of the upcoming Realme Watch (Image source: XDA)

Realme Watch and Realme TV confirmed: launching in India on May 25th

Realme CEO Madhav Sheth recently confirmed the existence of the Realme Watch and Realme TV. The two products are set to launch in India on May 25th, offering an alternative to the Apple Watch and premium Android smart TVs.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 17 May 2020 14:56

720p has joined the long list of things that have been cancelled in 2020 (Image source:me.me)

Opinion | Apparently, 720p isn't HD anymore according to YouTube: sorry iPhone 11 and iPhone SE 2 users, but it's time to move on

YouTube recently decided to reclassify 720p video as SD quality. Users of the YouTube desktop site and mobile apps will no longer see an "HD" badge next to 720p. While the decision is largely semantic in nature, it underscores how...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 17 May 2020 14:24

The Pixel 4 has sold poorly. (Source: CNN)

The Google Pixel 5 could be a more affordable phone for the masses

The Google Pixel 4 had a number of significant flaws but the most fatal of all was pricing, as the phones didn't offer value analogous to their launch prices. Things could change with the Pixel 5, however, as a new report claims G...

Ricci Rox, 17 May 2020 11:27

Early reports billed the Surface Duo for a summer launch. (Source: The Verge)

New Microsoft Surface Duo leak paints a polarizing picture

The Microsoft Surface Duo is on the way and months after Microsoft's teaser, technical specifications of the foldable phone have now been revealed. Notable talking points include the choice of a last-gen SoC and a disappointing ba...

Ricci Rox, 17 May 2020 10:40

The Huawei P Smart S is an iterative upgrade to the budget P Smart (Image source: @evleaks)

Huawei P Smart S renders leak: 48MP triple camera, teardrop notch, Kirin 710, and no Google services. DOA compared to the Redmi Note 9?

Tipster @evleaks recently leaked what appear to be renders for Huawei's upcoming P Smart S budget smartphone. The P Smart S will likely sport the Kirin 710 SoC and has a triple camera array. However, head-to-head with the Redmi No...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 17 May 2020 10:08

A new promo for the Realme 'Blade Runner'. (Source: Weibo)

The Realme X50 Pro Player Edition (aka "Blade Runner") is official, will launch on May 25, 2020

Recently, a new Realme phone this OEM had dubbed "Blade Runner" surfaced in some official leaks. Other rumors pointed to its being called the X50 Pro Player Edition on its launch. Its maker has confirmed that this is the case, and...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 May 2020 22:49

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 is expected to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC. (Image source: TENAA)

Benchmarked MediaTek Dimensity 820 in upcoming Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro doesn't stop for the Snapdragon 765G and snaps at the heels of the Kirin 980

A likely MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC has been spotted on Geekbench in what are believed to be the upcoming Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro smartphones. The midrange processor scored highly enough to easily surpass the Qualcomm ...

Daniel R Deakin, 16 May 2020 17:13

The Mate Xs carries a humongous price tag. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei touted to release an affordable foldable phone alongside the Mate 40 Pro

The Huawei Mate X and Mate Xs are incredible pieces of hardware but carry an equally heavy price tag, with the Mate Xs costing almost US$2700. That's a bit too much for the average consumer, though, so Huawei is reportedly working...

Ricci Rox, 16 May 2020 16:37

The Huawei P40 Lite 5G features the Kirin 820 SoC (Image source: 91mobiles)

Huawei P40 Lite 5G arrives in Europe: Challenges iPhone SE with 5G Kirin 820 SoC and 64 MP quad camera for €399, but no Google services is a deal-breaker

Huawei recently launched its P40 Lite 5G smartphone in European markets. At €399, it goes head to head with Apple's iPhone SE. While the 64 MP quad camera and Kirin 820 are great assets, the lack of Google services continues to be...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 16 May 2020 13:10

The Galaxy A21S has a punch hole display and quad camera (Image source: @evleaks)

No competition for the Poco X2: Samsung Galaxy A21S launched with a punch hole display and quad camera but mediocre Exynos 850 performance disappoints

Samsung recently launched its midrange Galaxy A21S smartphone at an event in London. The device offers a quad camera, Dolby Atmos, and a generous 5000 mAh battery at £179. However, a lower end Exynos 850 SoC tempers expectations.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 16 May 2020 13:01

The Motorola One series might have a new variant. (Source: Lenovo)

The "Motorola One Fusion" surfaces in new leaks, may launch soon

An upcoming phone called the Motorola XT2073-2 has been certified by the Federal Communication Commission (FCC). According to some leaks, it will be called the One Fusion on its launch. It is thought to have a 4000mAh battery and ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 May 2020 23:44

The Mi A1 will never get an Android 10 update but that isn't the end of the road

The Xiaomi Mi A1 was launched back in 2017 and has received its two promised major OS updates. The phone may never receive an official Android 10 update from Xiaomi, but that doesn't have to be where it ends for Mi A1 owners.

Ricci Rox, 15 May 2020 21:15

Virtually test out a Sony TV in your house with its new app. (Source: Sony)

Sony launches a new AR app to help users choose which of its TVs to buy

Envision TV AR is a new Android and iOS app designed by Sony to help users reluctant to go outdoors shop for a new big-screen device in any case. It uses the augmented-reality (AR) features of a smartphone to virtually place Sony ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 May 2020 17:41

1More announces its latest Dual Driver wireless in-ear neckbuds with ANC

1More has introduced its new Dual Driver ANC Pro Wireless In-Ear Headphones. This new product is not truly wireless, but does improve on its predecessor through the addition of Bluetooth 5.0 and a Wind Noise Resistance mode on top...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 May 2020 16:53

The Redmi Note 7 came with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi smartphones that have Android 10: Current list - closed beta version available for the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro

A useful list of all Xiaomi smartphones that currently have Android 10 has been made available. The list includes devices from the new Xiaomi Mi 10 series and from the popular Redmi K30 lineup and Redmi Note family. Redmi Note 7 a...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 May 2020 14:18

The Redmi Note 10 is expected to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC and OLED panel. (Image source: TENAA/@xiaomishka)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 specs and images revealed - Lu Weibing's "super performance, unexpected" cheap 5G smartphone with MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC

Specifications and images of the upcoming Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 smartphone have been released. It appears the hopefully affordable 5G smartphone will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC and will feature a 6.57-inch OLED disp...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 May 2020 12:58

The Mi TV Stick is essentially just a smaller Mi Box S. (Image source: Gearbest)

Gearbest confirms Xiaomi Mi TV Stick with 4K HDR and Android TV ahead of imminent release

Gearbest has confirmed that Xiaomi will be shortly releasing a Mi TV Stick. Building on the Mi Box S, the Mi TV Stick will support 4K HDR, DTS-HD audio, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2. The Xiaomi Mi TV Stick will come preloaded...

Alex Alderson, 15 May 2020 12:19

Early renders of the Google Pixel 4a. (Source: OnLeaks)

Google Pixel 4a billed to be cheaper than the iPhone SE

The Google Pixel 4a was initially expected to start at US$399, but a new leak claims the phone could be US$50 cheaper. This would make it cheaper than the iPhone SE, the biggest challenger to the Pixel 4a in the mid-range segment.

Ricci Rox, 15 May 2020 09:56

The Nokia 1.3 and some of its specs. (Source: Amazon)

The Nokia 1.3 is released to the US market

Nokia's ultra-budget 1.3 is a phone with a 5.71-inch HD+ display. Despite this, it runs an up-to-date ROM thanks to Android Go, as well as Google's Camera Go. It is now available on the American market for US$99.

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 May 2020 00:12

An official poster for the X10. (Source: Honor)

The Honor X10 is confirmed to come with a 90Hz screen

The Honor X10 is an upcoming Kirin 820 phone that is thought to be particularly cost-effective despite its 5G status. The OEM has officially announced that it will sweeten this putative detail with a 90 hertz (90Hz) refresh rate f...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 May 2020 23:31

Touted Galaxy Note 20 change could massively improve user experience over the Note 10 and S10

The Galaxy Note 20 phones are less than three months away from launch at this point, and the rumor mill now grinds faster. By most indications, the phones will be an incremental upgrade on the S20 series, but one touted change is ...

Ricci Rox, 14 May 2020 22:23

Amazon launches new Fire HD 8

Amazon has updated the Fire HD 8 with a faster CPU and a bit more RAM. The tablet starts at US$90 for a model with 2 GB of RAM and $110 for a model with 3 GB of RAM. Both variants use a quad-core MediaTek MT8168 at 2 GHz and the s...

Sam Medley, 14 May 2020 19:16

An official Vivo X50 teaser. (Source: Vivo)

Rumor | The new Vivo X50 series will be powered by the Snapdragon 768G SoC

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 768G is a new 5G mobile processor that has to date appeared in only 1 phone: the Redmi K30 Racing Edition. However, new leaks suggest Vivo is preparing alternatives in the form of the X50 and X50 Pro. They ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 May 2020 19:08

The Nokia 9.3 will be the successor to the Nokia 9 PureView. (Image source: Ben Geskin & Gizchina)

Nokia 9.3 PureView: Five cameras, a 108 MP sensor, 8K video capture and "exclusive ZEISS effects" for the Q3 2020-bound flagship

Not only is the Nokia 9.3 PureView slated to launch with a 120 Hz screen and a Snapdragon 865 SoC, but also 8K video capture capabilities and "exclusive Zeiss effects". Expected to feature five rear-facing cameras including a 108 ...

Alex Alderson, 14 May 2020 18:48

Android 10 has arrived for the LG V40 ThinQ

LG V40 ThinQ gets Android 10 update on AT&T

AT&T variants of the LG V40 ThinQ are receiving the Android 10 update ahead of schedule. It appears to be a staged rollout as the software has landed on only a handful of devices.

Anil Satyanarayana, 14 May 2020 17:34

The Xiaomi Mi 10 series could be getting yet another addition to it later this year. (Image source: Lowyat/edited)

Rumor | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2020 or Mi 10S Pro to come with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 and 144 MP camera

Some more rumored information about a potential Xiaomi Mi Mix 2020 smartphone has been shared online. It seems the device could be fitted with Qualcomm’s powerful Snapdragon 865 SoC and boast of a 144 MP main camera. However, it h...

Daniel R Deakin, 14 May 2020 12:29

Xiaomi has seen plenty of growth under Lei Jun's leadership. (Source: Bloomberg)

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun reportedly sniped using an iPhone, faces criticism from other users

Going by reports floating around, CEO of Xiaomi, Lei Jun, has been caught using an iPhone on social media. The fact that this is news in the first place is a tad amusing, but it does play right into the joke of Xiaomi aping everyt...

Ricci Rox, 14 May 2020 10:08

The Find X2s are coming to India. (Source: Amazon.in)

Find X2: OPPO is bringing these "true flagships" to the Indian market soon

OPPO's Indian division has announced that this OEM's most premium 2020 phones are launching in this country. This series is now being teased via Amazon.in, although a start date for its orders has yet to be revealed.

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 May 2020 23:48

Motorola's Moto G8 offers a zoom camera for around $200

Moto G8: Good Cameras for Cheap?

The Moto G8 is an update for Motorola's mid-range, and it finally includes a real zoom camera. Find out more in our review of Motorola's affordable Moto smartphone.

Florian Schmitt, 13 May 2020 23:26

The Redmi Note 8 Pro still impresses. (Source: AndroidPit)

Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Redmi Note 8 Pro: Which phone offers better performance?

Redmi Note 8 Pro or Redmi Note 9 Pro? MediaTek versus Qualcomm? Xiaomi's current and last-gen mid-range offerings of choice put up impressive numbers but how do they compare to each other? Well, things aren't quite as clear-cut as...

Ricci Rox, 13 May 2020 21:12

It's not bad-looking either. (Source: Nillkin)

Galaxy S20 Ultra: Nillkin's Camshield Pro Cover case offers protection for the delicate camera glass

There have been multiple reports from Galaxy S20 Ultra owners of their phones developing cracks on the huge camera glass. Some claim it happens even without dropping the phone or any such impact. While the veracity of such claims ...

Ricci Rox, 13 May 2020 21:10

OnePlus has confirmed that a software update has downgraded some OnePlus 8 Pro handsets to DRM Widevine L3. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 8 Pro DRM Widevine L3 issue confirmed by OnePlus

Some OnePlus 8 Pro handsets have been downgraded to DRM Widevine L3 by a recent OxygenOS update. There is no fix in sight despite being confirmed by OnePlus and fans have been voicing their dissatisfaction about it.

Alex Alderson, 13 May 2020 19:42

OnePlus 8 Pro's color filter lens can see through some objects

OnePlus 8 Pro's Color Filter lens can see through some plastic objects

Some diligent users on Twitter and Reddit discovered that the OnePlus 8 Pro's camera could see through some thin plastic objects. One simply needs to navigate to the camera app and switch the 'Photochrom' mode on for the magic to ...

Anil Satyanarayana, 13 May 2020 19:19

Realme announces a bumper product launch set for May 25, 2020

Realme has let it be known that it is to launch up to 8 new devices or accessories on May 25, 2020. Therefore, speculation is now rife that this event may debut the rumored X3 series. One of them is also now thought to be a gaming...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 May 2020 18:57

Some figures from the new study. (Source: CAIST via MyDrivers)

The market for phones in China regained some sense of normalcy in April 2020

The Covid-19 pandemic has been linked to the depression of the mobile-device market worldwide over the first quarter of 2020 (1Q2020). However, new official figures from China show that this sector of the same had recovered to a d...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 May 2020 18:22

The Redmi 8 may finally get a successor. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi 9: a new FCC approval may put this budget phone closer to launch

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has reportedly certified a new phone from the Xiaomi brand Redmi. This device, with its standard connectivity and 10 watt (W) charging, is currently thought to be called the 9 on its lau...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 May 2020 13:53

The Vivo Y-series may be getting a new member soon. (Source: Vivo)

Rumor | Vivo is using a brand-new 5G Exynos processor in one of its upcoming phones

The "vivo V2002A" is a new device that has landed on Geekbench purporting to run on the Exynos 880 SoC. This heretofore-unknown chipset has 8 cores and has conferred mid-range scores on this apparently upcoming phone. Its model nu...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 May 2020 13:23

iQOO Z1 managed to net an impressive AnTuTu score

MediaTek's latest Dimensity 1000+ chip nets a score of 530,000 on AnTuTu

iQOO's upcoming iQOO Z1 managed to get a score of 530,000 on AnTuTu. The phone is powered by MediaTek's newest Dimensity 1000+ SoC, and is expected to launch on May 17th.

Anil Satyanarayana, 13 May 2020 11:41

Motorola Edge+ users will receive updates till 2022

Motorola Edge+ guaranteed to receive at least two major software updates

Motorola has confirmed that the Motorola Edge+ will receive two major software upgrades. The phone was initially promised only one update, much to the annoyance of everyone. Since the device launched with Android 10, it is guarant...

Anil Satyanarayana, 13 May 2020 01:29

The Note 20 series will only feature two devices, according to Ross Young. (Image source: Concept Creator)

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series will have "killer displays"; 60 Hz for the Note 20 and no Note 20 Ultra though

Samsung will continue to step up its display game with the Note 20 series, according to a new report. However, the entry-level Note 20 will be limited to 60 Hz, and there will be no Note 20 Ultra. Instead, Samsung will position th...

Alex Alderson, 13 May 2020 00:02

Android

Sony confirms that its XH90 4K TVs are "ready for next-generation consoles"

LG begins upgrading the G7 ThinQ and V50S ThinQ to Android 10

US ban bites: TSMC said to cut off Huawei Kirin SoC orders

MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC in Redmi 10X smartphone benches like a champion on AnTuTu and leaves the Snapdragon 765G in the dust

Opinion | YouTube, stop with the 480p bandwidth discrimination in India already

A probable iQOO Z1 shows up on Geekbench ahead of its launch

Feature | The LG V40 ThinQ was the underappreciated flagship no one bought

Nokia 6.3: 24 MP primary, 12 MP ultra-wide and 2 MP depth cameras for Snapdragon 730 and Q3 2020 mid-range smartphone

Realme Watch and Realme TV confirmed: launching in India on May 25th

Opinion | Apparently, 720p isn't HD anymore according to YouTube: sorry iPhone 11 and iPhone SE 2 users, but it's time to move on

68% Nokia 1.3 Smartphone Review – Small Nokia Mobile Phone with Weaknesses

The Google Pixel 5 could be a more affordable phone for the masses

New Microsoft Surface Duo leak paints a polarizing picture

Huawei P Smart S renders leak: 48MP triple camera, teardrop notch, Kirin 710, and no Google services. DOA compared to the Redmi Note 9?

The Realme X50 Pro Player Edition (aka "Blade Runner") is official, will launch on May 25, 2020

Benchmarked MediaTek Dimensity 820 in upcoming Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro doesn't stop for the Snapdragon 765G and snaps at the heels of the Kirin 980

Huawei touted to release an affordable foldable phone alongside the Mate 40 Pro

Huawei P40 Lite 5G arrives in Europe: Challenges iPhone SE with 5G Kirin 820 SoC and 64 MP quad camera for €399, but no Google services is a deal-breaker

No competition for the Poco X2: Samsung Galaxy A21S launched with a punch hole display and quad camera but mediocre Exynos 850 performance disappoints

The "Motorola One Fusion" surfaces in new leaks, may launch soon

The Mi A1 will never get an Android 10 update but that isn't the end of the road

Sony launches a new AR app to help users choose which of its TVs to buy

1More announces its latest Dual Driver wireless in-ear neckbuds with ANC

Xiaomi smartphones that have Android 10: Current list - closed beta version available for the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 specs and images revealed - Lu Weibing's "super performance, unexpected" cheap 5G smartphone with MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC

Gearbest confirms Xiaomi Mi TV Stick with 4K HDR and Android TV ahead of imminent release

Google Pixel 4a billed to be cheaper than the iPhone SE

The Nokia 1.3 is released to the US market

The Honor X10 is confirmed to come with a 90Hz screen

Touted Galaxy Note 20 change could massively improve user experience over the Note 10 and S10

Amazon launches new Fire HD 8

Rumor | The new Vivo X50 series will be powered by the Snapdragon 768G SoC

Nokia 9.3 PureView: Five cameras, a 108 MP sensor, 8K video capture and "exclusive ZEISS effects" for the Q3 2020-bound flagship

LG V40 ThinQ gets Android 10 update on AT&T

Rumor | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2020 or Mi 10S Pro to come with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 and 144 MP camera

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun reportedly sniped using an iPhone, faces criticism from other users

Find X2: OPPO is bringing these "true flagships" to the Indian market soon

77% Motorola Moto G8 Smartphone Review – $200 Smartphone with Versatile Camera

Moto G8: Good Cameras for Cheap?

Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Redmi Note 8 Pro: Which phone offers better performance?

Galaxy S20 Ultra: Nillkin's Camshield Pro Cover case offers protection for the delicate camera glass

OnePlus 8 Pro DRM Widevine L3 issue confirmed by OnePlus

OnePlus 8 Pro's Color Filter lens can see through some plastic objects

Realme announces a bumper product launch set for May 25, 2020

The market for phones in China regained some sense of normalcy in April 2020

Redmi 9: a new FCC approval may put this budget phone closer to launch

Rumor | Vivo is using a brand-new 5G Exynos processor in one of its upcoming phones

MediaTek's latest Dimensity 1000+ chip nets a score of 530,000 on AnTuTu

Motorola Edge+ guaranteed to receive at least two major software updates

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series will have "killer displays"; 60 Hz for the Note 20 and no Note 20 Ultra though

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