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Realme has launched the Realme 7 and Realme 7 Pro in India

Realme 7 and Realme 7 Pro launched with a 64MP quad-camera array, 5,000mAh batteries, and more

The Realme 7 and Realme 7 Pro are now official. While both phones offer some incremental upgrades, they are quite similar to their predecessors. The Realme 7 series is only available in India for now, but we can expect a global la...

Anil Satyanarayana, 03 Sep 2020 11:51

The Redmi 10X Pro 5G is priced at 2,599 yuan (US$380) in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi, Honor, and Huawei control the latest AnTuTu midrange smartphone performance chart with the Redmi 10X and 10X Pro proving to be affordable 5G standard-bearers

The AnTuTu midrange smartphone performance chart for August is currently dominated by Redmi, Honor, and Huawei. The Redmi 10X 5G and 10X Pro 5G with their MediaTek Dimensity 820 processors have managed to keep challengers away fro...

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Sep 2020 06:30

The impressive Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra may eventually find its way on to international markets. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra brushes aside the competition in the August AnTuTu flagship smartphone performance chart with the iQOO 5 and ROG Phone 3 also scoring well

AnTuTu has published its flagship smartphone performance chart for August and top position has been snatched up by the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra. The chart has thoroughly been shaken up lately thanks to some powerful new releases, includ...

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Sep 2020 05:20

Xiaomi kicks off Android 11 Mi Pilot program for the Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, and Poco F2 Pro

Xiaomi has now kicked off the Mi Pilot program for Android 11. The beta-testing program allows owners of the Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, and Poco F2 Pro to sign up for early Android 11 builds. As always, there are a few noteworthy stipulati...

Ricci Rox, 02 Sep 2020 20:17

The global edition of the Mi 10 Lite can now be upgraded to MIUI 12. (Image source: Pocket-lint)

Xiaomi Mi 8 SE and Mi 10 Lite receive MIUI 12 updates

The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE and Mi 10 Lite have received the call to MIUI 12. Both updates are rolling out as OTAs. The one for the Mi 10 Lite brings the global version of the device into line with the European variant, which Xiaomi upgrad...

Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2020 19:16

The Indian Government has banned PUBG Mobile

PUBG Mobile banned in India along with 118 other Chinese-origin apps

After mulling on the decision for over a month, the Indian Government has finally banned PUBG Mobile. Over 110 other Chinese-origin apps join it, most of which appear to be mobile games from lesser-known developers like NetEase. W...

Anil Satyanarayana, 02 Sep 2020 17:49

The Honor Hunter GameBook will arrive on September 16. (Image source: Honor via Sparrows News)

Honor Hunter GameBook to launch on September 16 with Comet Lake-H processors, multi-zone RGB lighting and a numeric keypad

The first gaming laptop from Huawei and Honor is almost here, and it will be called the Honor Hunter GameBook. The device is scheduled for release on September 16, and Honor has published a teaser video in advance of the laptop's ...

Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2020 13:43

The Poco M2 will be released in India soon

Poco M2: Scaled-down version of Poco M2 Pro will be released in India on September 8

The Poco M2 is billed to be the company's newest offering. Not much is known about its hardware, and its name seems to indicate that it will be less powerful than the Poco M2 Pro. It will be released in India on September 8 via an...

Anil Satyanarayana, 02 Sep 2020 11:35

The Helio G95 appears to outperform the Helio G90T. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek launches the Helio G95 ahead of Realme 7 debut

MediaTek has now officially announced the launch of its latest mid-range gaming-oriented SoC, the Helio G95. The Helio G95 succeeds the Helio G90 and is expected to debut on the upcoming Realme 7, while offering better performance...

Ricci Rox, 02 Sep 2020 11:31

It is unclear whether the Axon 20 5G will be released internationally. (Image source: ZTE)

ZTE Axon 20 5G launches in four colours with an under-screen selfie camera, a 90 Hz OLED screen and a Snapdragon 765G processor

The Axon 20 5G is finally here in three SKUs and four colours. The world's first smartphone with an under-screen selfie camera has a 6.92-inch and 90 Hz OLED screen, a Snapdragon 765G SoC and five cameras. The Axon 20 5G will be a...

Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2020 21:58

The global versions of the Mi Note 10 series can now be upgraded to MIUI 12. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi Note 10, Mi Note 10 Pro and Mi Note 10 Lite receive global MIUI 12 updates

Xiaomi has begun issuing MIUI 12 to the global editions of the Mi Note 10, Mi Note 10 Pro and Mi Note 10 Lite. The updates are available as OTAs and should be rolling out now to handsets.

Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2020 20:54

The Mi 10T will replace the Mi 10T Pro's 108 MP camera with a 64 MP shooter. (Source: Abhishek Yadav)

Xiaomi teases the Mi 10T: Snapdragon 768G-powered phone to start under €300?

Prepare your wallets: the Mi 10T is on the way and will be launched around the globe. Xiaomi has now officially teased the launch of the Mi 10T, with the phone slated for a global release while carrying a starting price tag under ...

Ricci Rox, 01 Sep 2020 20:23

The Zepp E Circle and Square are now shipping in the UK and US. (Image source: Zepp)

Updated | The Amazfit Zepp E is now shipping in the UK and US

The Zepp E is now shipping in the UK and US. The Zepp E is available in two styles, which both feature AMOLED screens, up to 15 days of battery life and a host of sensors. The Zepp E supports Bluetooth 5.0 BLE connectivity, too. U...

Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2020 16:51

Realme presents the X3. (Source: YouTube)

The Realme V3 launches as the cheapest 5G phone in China

Realme has unveiled the eye-catching new X7 series of smartphones today (September 1, 2020) today during a virtual event in China. This launch also introduced a new member of the V line, which is also powered by a MediaTek Dimensi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2020 15:58

Huawei has finished rolling out EMUI 10.1 in multiple regions. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei updates EMUI 10.1 upgrade plans in eight regions as rollout begins winding down

Huawei has updated its EMUI 10.1 upgrade plans in eight regions. The company now claims to have finished rolling out its latest OS in Canada and Western Europe following its completion in Japan. Other regions like Africa, Central ...

Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2020 13:23

Realme X7 Pro and X7 launched: MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ for the Pro model starting under US$400

Realme has now launched its two newest devices, the Realme X7 and Realme X7 Pro. Both devices are powered by MediaTek 5G chipsets, with the Realme X7's Dimensity 800U matching the Snapdragon 765G and the Realme X7 Pro's Dimensity ...

Ricci Rox, 01 Sep 2020 13:12

The Mi 10 Youth Doraemon Edition. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi brightens its lineup with the Mi 10 Youth Doraemon Edition

Xiaomi has now launched a "new" smartphone in the form of the Mi 10 Youth Doraemon Edition. The Mi 10 Youth Doraemon Edition offers the phone in a Doraemon box with a packed-in Doraemon figure and phone case. MSRP remains unchange...

Ricci Rox, 01 Sep 2020 11:39

Amazon customers can pre-order the Amazfit Band 5 in orange or black. (Image source: Amazon/Huami - edited)

Amazfit Band 5 fitness tracker from Huami now available for pre-order on Amazon: blood oxygen saturation monitor, 24/7 heart-rate tracker, and Amazon Alexa for US$49.99

The Huami Amazfit Band 5 fitness tracker is now officially available to pre-order from Amazon. The wearable has a price tag of US$49.99 and offers users Amazon Alexa built in, heart-rate tracking, SpO2 monitor, women’s health trac...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Sep 2020 10:25

The Redmi Note 9 Pro is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 9, Redmi Note 9 Pro, and Redmi 9A join alleged list of Xiaomi devices being internally tested for Android 11 update

A supposed list of Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones in connection with the Android 11 update has recently been altered. Now, the Redmi Note 9, Redmi Note 9 Pro (global), and Redmi 9A are reportedly at the internal testing phase. There...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Sep 2020 01:42

Poco sets a date for the global launch of the X3

Poco has been hinting that the upcoming X3 may be a phone to take on the OnePlus Nord in its mid-range category. The brand has just sent out press invitations for this phone's worldwide launch. It will be a virtual event that will...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2020 00:51

A render based on OPPO's new patent. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

OPPO patents a clamshell foldable phone with the screen on the outside

Samsung has captivated some tech enthusiasts with its Galaxy Z Flip neo-clamshell phone, the second of its kind to be foldable. Now, a different mobile device company, OPPO, has designed one much like it, but in reverse. Its scree...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2020 21:13

The Xiaomi Mi A2 has received a new update. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A2 joins the Mi A2 Lite with a new update

The Xiaomi Mi A2 has received a new update. The new update, called V11.0.13.0.QDIMIXM, upgrades the device to the August 2020 set of security patches. There are complaints of Android 10 still be a buggy experience for the Mi A2, t...

Alex Alderson, 31 Aug 2020 20:43

The Watch GT 2 Pro will apparently launch in two variants. (Image source: Huawei Ailesi)

Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro leaked with a new design, Qi wireless charging, GPS and a SpO2 sensor

The design of the Watch GT 2 Pro has leaked, and Huawei has made a few changes from last year's Watch GT 2. Huawei's next premium smartwatch will make the switch to Qi wireless charging too and boasts up to two weeks of battery li...

Alex Alderson, 31 Aug 2020 17:12

The Honor promo material snippet that might leak its new wearable. (Source: Weibo)

Honor is now linked to its own-brand version of the Huawei Watch Fit

The Huawei Watch Fit is an interesting sports-focused smartwatch as it has launched with a screen that is rectangular rather than the usual square or strip-like shapes. Now, it seems this company's second major brand, Honor, is al...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2020 17:01

The Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro. (Source: WPC)

Xiaomi's Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro may launch soon following an appearance on the Bluetooth SIG database

Xiaomi has what appear to be a Pro variant of its Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 in the works. This has been confirmed overtly by the certification of products going by this name by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG). This i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2020 16:23

The Legion Slim 7i claims to be the world's slimmest GeForce RTX-powered laptop. (Image Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Legion Slim 7i: The world's lightest GeForce RTX laptop with up to Core i9-10980HK CPU, RTX 2060 Max-Q graphics, and a Corsair iCUE keyboard

Lenovo has announced the launch of the Legion Slim 7i laptop. The Legion Slim 7i offers configuration options up to the Core i9-10980HK and the RTX 2060 Max-Q and is touted to be the lightest 15.6-inch gaming laptop to offer this ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 31 Aug 2020 15:52

Leaked Poco X3 renders. (Source: MIUI Turkiye)

The Poco X3 could be the first real Poco smartphone since the Poco F1

The Poco F1 rocked the world when it was launched back in 2018, with its incredible performance to price ratio setting up the young Poco brand for greatness. Two years after, that greatness is yet to be seen, but the upcoming Poco...

Ricci Rox, 31 Aug 2020 15:50

Lenovo Tab P11 Pro. All images via Lenovo.

Lenovo unveils Tab P11 Pro and Tab M10 HD Gen 2 Android tablets

Lenovo announced two new Android tablets today. The Tab M11 Pro features a high-resolution screen and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 730G SoC. The Tab M10 HD Gen 2 is an Android 10-powered tablet aimed at students and families, primarily t...

Sam Medley, 31 Aug 2020 15:00

The Lenovo Smart Home Essential is a clock with the Google Assistant. Image via Lenovo.

Lenovo announces Smart Clock Essential, a Google Assistant-equipped digital clock

Lenovo announced a new smart clock, the Smart Clock Essential. The device is basically a trimmed down version of last year's Smart Clock, featuring a simple LED display for showing the time and some other tidbits of info. The Smar...

Sam Medley, 31 Aug 2020 15:00

The large display on the Huawei Watch Fit has a slight curve to it. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch Fit: Affordable smartwatch launches in multiple colours with a SpO2 sensor, a heart rate monitor and GPS

Huawei's latest smartwatch here and it is rather affordable. Priced at AED 399 (~US$109) and thought to retail for €119 in Europe eventually, the Huawei Watch Fit looks like a stretched Apple Watch without a Digital Crown. The Hua...

Alex Alderson, 31 Aug 2020 13:05

Xiaomi will launch the Mi Band 5 and Mi Watch Revolve in India soon: new leak

A respected leaker has reportedly let it be known that the successor to the Mi Band 4 will be unleashed on the Indian market soon. It will apparently be joined there by the Mi Watch Revolve, the global version of Xiaomi's first ro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2020 00:08

The Realme 7 Pro will be launched on September 3. (Source: Realme)

Upcoming Realme 7 Pro aims squarely at the Redmi Note 9 Pro with a Snapdragon 720G

Realme will launch the Realme 7 and Realme 7 Pro on September 3. Details of the device have now been revealed, showing a phone aimed straight at the heart of the Redmi Note 9 Pro and even successfully outperforming it in some key ...

Ricci Rox, 30 Aug 2020 21:02

These new 82-inch TVs will be positioned under the 65-inch Mi TV Master Series. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi set to build on recent TV sales successes with the launch of two 82-inch smart TVs

Xiaomi has seen major success with its recent TV releases. The 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max, for example, has racked up impressive numbers every time it's been put on sale. It's no surprise, then, that Xiaomi is looking to build on ...

Ricci Rox, 30 Aug 2020 20:57

MIUI 12 update for the Redmi Note 8 delayed yet again

The Redmi Note 8 was tipped to receive the MIUI 12 and Android 10 update in August. That doesn't look to be feasible anymore, though, with official channels announcing that the MIUI 12 update for the phone, alongside those of the ...

Ricci Rox, 30 Aug 2020 08:17

Huawei may not ship HarmonyOS phones. (Source: Huawei)

No HarmonyOS smartphone until 2021: Huawei CEO

Huawei has been rumored to release the first phone with HarmonyOS - its contingency against the loss of access to Android - out of the box by the end of 2020. However, the CEO of its Consumer Business Group has reportedly confirme...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Aug 2020 00:37

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector appears to be getting a successor. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mijia Projector Youth Edition 2 launching soon with new smart abilities

Xiaomi has been teasing a new product in its extensive home projector lineup: the Xiaomi Mijia Projector Youth Edition 2. Few details have been revealed about the Mijia Projector so far, but it is scheduled for launch on September...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Aug 2020 21:43

The MIUI 12 rollout for the Redmi Note 8 Pro is almost over. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro nets a fresh MIUI 12 update

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro has received a fresh MIUI 12 update, following the recent rollout to the European variant of the device. Xiaomi is issuing the update as an OTA, but it can also be downloaded and installed manually.

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2020 00:03

The Redmi Note 8 has an impressive 90% screen-to-body ratio. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 8 survives eight-floor drop and watery landing but ends up with a "curved" display

A Redmi Note 8 owner has reported how their Xiaomi smartphone still works after being accidentally dropped from an eighth-floor balcony and making a splash-landing in some type of body of water. The Redmi Note 8 was able to be cha...

Daniel R Deakin, 28 Aug 2020 21:30

The Redmi Note 9 has been upgraded to MIUI 12 in more regions. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 and Mi 8 Pro (UD) receive new MIUI 12 updates

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 and Mi 8 Pro (UD) have received new MIUI 12 updates. The updates are rolling out now as OTAs and bring yet more handsets onto Xiaomi's latest OS.

Alex Alderson, 28 Aug 2020 16:51

The OnePlus Clover is expected to be available worldwide for under US$200. (Image Source: go4it.ro)

Entry-level OnePlus Clover smartphone to cost less than US$200, features massive 6000 mAh battery

OnePlus is planning to release its first budget handheld codenamed Clover. Unlike the OnePlus Nord, which is only available in India and Europe, the Clover will be available worldwide for under US$200. Specs include a Snapdragon 4...

Bogdan Solca, 28 Aug 2020 15:21

Live image of the Mi 10T Pro. (Source: Ishan Agarwal)

More Xiaomi Mi 10T series information surfaces: A 144 Hz LCD and side-mounted fingerprint reader for the Mi 9T successor

Xiaomi is set to launch the Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro next month and more details of the phones have now been revealed, throwing light on what will be Xiaomi's next affordable premium offering after the release of the exciting Redmi K...

Ricci Rox, 28 Aug 2020 10:01

Concept render of the rumored OnePlus Aurora smartphone. (Image source: Concept Creator)

Rumor | OnePlus Nord hype train is in motion again thanks to OnePlus Nord 2, OnePlus Nord Lite, and OnePlus Aurora smartphone rumors

Details about new OnePlus devices have started surfacing, especially in regard to what may become a OnePlus Nord successor and the so-called OnePlus Aurora smartphone that might make its way to US shores. Some alleged information ...

Daniel R Deakin, 27 Aug 2020 23:54

Xiaomi has released a bunch of impressive TVs this year. (Source: Gearbest)

Xiaomi TVs are set to get more expensive, leak indicates

Xiaomi TVs usually offer excellent value for money but that performance to price ratio could take a slight hit soon with Xiaomi expected to raise prices of its TV line on August 28. The company is also set to bring a new TV, the M...

Ricci Rox, 27 Aug 2020 22:53

The Realme X7 Pro. (Source: Digital Chat Station)

Realme X7 set to debut with the all-new MediaTek Dimensity 800U; matches the Snapdragon 765G on AnTuTu

The Realme X7 Pro will be powered by the same Dimensity 1000+ on the Redmi K30 Ultra but beneath that will be the Realme X7 which will feature the all-new MediaTek Dimensity 800U. The phone has now also been tested on AnTuTu and s...

Ricci Rox, 27 Aug 2020 11:50

Vivo's new phone patent. (Source: CNIPA via LetsGoDigital)

Vivo patents what could be its next flagship phone

The NEX 3 and 3S are premium smartphones from the OEM Vivo with profoundly curved or "waterfall" displays. Now, this company has patented a new phone design with what could be the next generation of the same technology. It has a p...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Aug 2020 00:18

New products such as the Mi 10 Ultra and Mi TV LUX have boosted Xiaomi's lineup. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi quarterly infographics portray a company taking the world by storm thanks to products such as the Mi 10 lineup and Mi TV Master Series

Xiaomi has published some infographics to amply portray just how successful the Chinese OEM has been over the last few months. The company is now in the top four places globally for smartphone shipments and in the top five for sma...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Aug 2020 23:47

The RedMagic 5S' new colorway. (Source: RedMagic)

The RedMagic 5G drops in price as pre-orders for its incremental refresh go live globally

International pre-orders for the latest in RedMagic gaming phones have gone live today (August 26, 2020). This device is a variation on this series' early 2020 flagship, which launched with a 144Hz display and active cooling. That...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Aug 2020 22:52

The Huami Amazfit Neo smartwatch weighs just 32 g and has a 1.2-inch display. (Image source: AliExpress)

Huami Amazfit Neo smartwatch with always-on display, heart-rate monitor, and chunky retro design now available from US$39.99

The new Huami Amazfit Neo smartwatch has appeared online for sale. The latest wearable from Huami comes with a 24/7 always-on display, heart-rate and sleep monitoring, water resistance to 5 ATM, and up to 28-day battery life. The ...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Aug 2020 22:23

The global versions of the Mi Mix 2S and Mi Mix 3 can now be upgraded to MIUI 12. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S and Mi Mix 3 receive new stable MIUI 12 updates

The Mi Mix 2S and Mi Mix 3 have received new MIUI 12 updates. Xiaomi has now started bringing the global versions of the handsets onto its latest OS, following equivalent rollouts on other branches of MIUI.

Alex Alderson, 26 Aug 2020 21:30

Xiaomi has revealed details about the cameras inside the Mi 10 Ultra. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Mi 10 Ultra: Xiaomi reveals details behind its camera darling

Xiaomi pulled out all the stops with the cameras in the Mi 10 Ultra. Accordingly, the device is currently the smartphone to beat when it comes to cameras and even manages to beat heavyweights like the Huawei P40 Pro, Samsung Galax...

Alex Alderson, 26 Aug 2020 21:25