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Chromebooks like the 5190 Education simply aren't available for school districts and students. (Image via Dell w/ edits)

American public school systems face a shortage of 5 million laptops for students

As public school systems in the United States shift to online learning in response to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, many districts face a massive shortage of laptops for students. The shortage compounds existing problems facin...

Sam Medley, 26 Aug 2020 20:46

The Mi 10T Pro will sport a 108 MP camera. (Source: Abhishek Yadav)

Details of the Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro surface ahead of launch: 108 MP camera and 144 Hz display to lead the way

Over a year after the release of the incredibly popular Mi 9T and Mi 9T Pro, it appears Xiaomi is finally set to debut the Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro. The Mi 10T Pro is said to offer a 108 MP camera, 144 Hz display, and a big 5000 mAh ...

Ricci Rox, 26 Aug 2020 18:27

Here's our first look at what could be the Poco X3

Poco X3 billed to come with a Snapdragon 732G, quad-camera array, and a 5,000mAh battery; tentative release date set for September 8

A leak suggests that the upcoming Poco X3 will be the world's first smartphone to run Qualcomm's mid-range Snapdragon 732G SoC. Some of its other specs include a 64MP quad-camera array, a 5,160mAh battery chargeable at 33W, and a ...

Anil Satyanarayana, 26 Aug 2020 16:23

A Realme X7 Pro variant will allegedly come with Qualcomm's newest Snapdragon 860 5G SoC

Realme X7 Pro Player Edition will allegedly be the world's first smartphone to ship with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 5G

It appears that there are multiple Realme X7 Pro variants in the works. One of them —the Realme X7 Pro Player Edition— is expected to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 5G SoC. The Realme X7 series will be released in China on Se...

Anil Satyanarayana, 26 Aug 2020 07:15

The Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro shake things up by coming in black. (Image source: WPC)

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro show premium appeal in WPC listing

The Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro from Xiaomi have appeared in a listing for the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC). Although there are scant details about the earphones in the WPC record, there is an image included of the Xiaomi ...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Aug 2020 06:08

The European edition of the Redmi Note 8 Pro can now be upgraded to MIUI 12. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro and Mi Mix 2S receive new MIUI 12 updates

The Redmi Note 8 Pro and Mi Mix 2S have received new MIUI 12 updates. Now, the European edition of the Redmi Note 8 Pro can be upgraded to Xiaomi's latest OS, following equivalent updates for other variants. In the same vein, MIUI...

Alex Alderson, 26 Aug 2020 00:01

A render for the X7 Pro. (Source: Twitter)

A possible Realme X7 Pro with the Dimensity 1000+ SoC appears on Geekbench

The OEM Realme is now said to have incorporated the flagship MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ chipset in an upcoming phone called the X7 Pro. A model number that could be from the brand associated with the same SoC has surfaced on the Gee...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Aug 2020 19:34

The Galaxy Note 20 and 20 Ultra. (Source: YouTube)

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 pre-orders in China are shown to be a tenth of those of the Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series are now available to reserve with online retailers in the Chinese market. This has led to an observation from the well-known leaker Ice Universe as to how its 2 variants are faring in this market....

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Aug 2020 19:02

The Realme 7 is likely to be launched sometime in September 2020

Leak suggests that the Realme 7 will come with a MediaTek Helio G95 SoC, 90Hz LCD panel, 5,000mAh battery, and more

The Realme 7 has begun leaking weeks before its September launch. It will allegedly come with a MediaTek Helio G95 SoC, a quad-camera setup with a 64MP Sony sensor at the helm, and a 16MP selfie camera. Its 5,000mAh battery can be...

Anil Satyanarayana, 25 Aug 2020 18:38

The Mi Note 10 and Mi Note 10 Pro can now be upgraded to MIUI 12 in Europe. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Stable MIUI 12 update lands on the Mi Note 10 and Mi Note 10 Pro in Europe as update whereabouts offered for more Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7S handsets

The first stable MIUI 12 update has landed on the Mi Note 10 and Mi Note 10 Pro in Europe. The update, which is rolling out now as an OTA, upgrades the two devices from V11.1.2.0.QFDEUXM. The whereabouts of MIUI 12 for more editio...

Alex Alderson, 25 Aug 2020 14:53

This is likely the last update for the Mi A1. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Mi A1 receives what may be its last ever update

The Mi A1 is currently receiving a new update. This update brings the August security patch to the Xiaomi Android One phone but is likely also the last update the phone will ever get, as this is the 36th monthly patch it has gotte...

Ricci Rox, 25 Aug 2020 08:26

The Amazfit features a curved AMOLED screen and up to 7 days of battery life. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Amazfit X is now available to order from Xiaomi

The Huami Amazfit X has reached the Xiaomi's Youpin eCommerce platform. The smartwatch has already received almost US$2 million in crowdfunding on Indiegogo and comes with a 2.07-inch AMOLED screen, along with up to 7 days of batt...

Alex Alderson, 25 Aug 2020 00:02

This new phone seems to have a similar camera design as the Poco X2. (Source: Poco)

Poco X3? Details of Poco's upcoming OnePlus Nord rival surface

Xiaomi's sub-brand, Poco, is set to launch a new device in the near future. This phone, apparently branded as the Poco X3, will compete against the OnePlus Nord and more information about the phone has now been revealed.

Ricci Rox, 24 Aug 2020 21:07

Xiaomi has patented movable smartphone camera lenses, because why not? (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Xiaomi patent shows us the future of smartphones with movable cameras

The Mi 10 Ultra may be the smartphone to beat when it comes to cameras, but Xiaomi has thought up another weird and wonderful way to improve smartphone camera tech as we know it. This time, the company has developed movable camera...

Alex Alderson, 24 Aug 2020 19:24

The X7 Pro's new alleged renders. (Source: Twitter)

The Realme X7 Pro's official renders are allegedly leaked, showing its design and camera counts

The Realme X7 Pro is rumored to be unleashed on the smartphone market as a "Redmi K30 Ultra killer". A prolific Twitter leaker has posted what is claimed as promotional material for this phone. It comprises shots of the phone from...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Aug 2020 18:39

The Mi A3 is Xiaomi's most-recent Android One smartphone. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A3 receives another new update

The Xiaomi Mi A3 has received a new update. The update apparently upgrades the device to the August 2020 security patches, among other changes like stability improvements and performance optimisations. The update is rolling out no...

Alex Alderson, 24 Aug 2020 14:23

Huawei Mate 40 Pro (top) & Apple iPhone 12 (bottom). (Image source: WindowsUnited.de/PhoneArena - edited)

New Huawei Mate 40 Pro renders based on leaks and CAD files show it to be a beauty that can easily rival the iPhone 12 for looks

There are two major smartphone releases on the horizon with the upcoming Huawei Mate 40 series and the Apple iPhone 12 series. New renders of the Huawei Mate 40 Pro smartphone show it off in the best possible way with its elegant ...

Daniel R Deakin, 24 Aug 2020 04:38

Xiaomi has been testing MIUI 12 on the Redmi Note 8 Pro for a while now. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro receives a new MIUI 12 update

A new MIUI 12 update has reached the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro. The update should be an encouraging sign for the handsets that remain on MIUI 11, like those on the European and Russian branches of MIUI.

Alex Alderson, 23 Aug 2020 23:52

The Xiaomi Mi A2 comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 SoC. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Resurrection Remix 8.5.7 provides a custom Android 10-based experience for owners of Xiaomi smartphones such as the Mi A2, Redmi Note 8, and Pocophone F1

Resurrection Remix has announced a new stable version of its custom ROM that is based on Android 10. Resurrection Remix 8.5.7 is now available to download for Xiaomi and Redmi devices, such as the Xiaomi Mi A2, Mi 9T, Redmi Note 7...

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Aug 2020 22:02

The issue seems to be present across the Redmi Note 9 range. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Redmi Note 9 and Redmi Note 9 Pro may have a camera module defect

The Redmi Note 9 series offers some of the best value smartphones on the market but it appears Xiaomi's quality control isn't quite up to par. There have now been multiple reports of defective camera modules that fail to prevent d...

Ricci Rox, 23 Aug 2020 18:22

This series' next generation could have a Snapdragon 860 device. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO may debut the Snapdragon 860 SoC in conjunction with the Reno 5 series

OPPO is currently thought to have updates for its Reno4 series of premium mid-range phones in the works. The highest-end of these may be the first to launch with the also-rumored Snapdragon 860 processor. This SoC, as the name sug...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Aug 2020 16:55

Mi 10 Ultra: Excited fans push for Xiaomi to launch its magnum opus globally

It's unknown if Xiaomi will bring the Mi 10 Ultra to the rest of the world but fans in Europe are already trying to make their voices heard, by creating a petition asking Xiaomi to bring its most impressive mass-production flagshi...

Ricci Rox, 23 Aug 2020 13:49

This new device will sit below the OnePlus Nord. (Source: NBC)

An entry-level Snapdragon 460-powered OnePlus phone is on the way, new leak indicates

After releasing the OnePlus Nord a while ago, it appears OnePlus isn't done with catering for the non-flagship segments. New information has now surfaced, strongly indicating that the company could be set to release an entry-level...

Ricci Rox, 22 Aug 2020 23:00

The Huawei x Gentle Monster Eyewear II resembles the Bose Frames. (Image source: Huawei)

The Huawei x Gentle Monster Eyewear II utilises speakers and microphones instead of AR displays

Huawei has developed a new pair of smart glasses in collaboration with Gentle Monster. The new glasses feature a range of smart features, including an integrated voice assistant and built-in microphones. The Huawei x Gentle Monste...

Alex Alderson, 22 Aug 2020 15:04

The Xiaomi Mi Mix also comes in an 18K variant (R) with gold rims around the sensors. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi Mix solidifies its status as a bona fide work of art

The Xiaomi Mi Mix smartphone is a true work of art and this has been reconfirmed by a recent social media post by Xiaomi’s co-founder and CEO Lei Jun. The full-screen smartphone was released in 2016 and the noted French architect ...

Daniel R Deakin, 21 Aug 2020 23:38

The two former flagship smartphone series have received new updates. (Image source: Express)

The Huawei Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro pick up new updates as rollouts expand for the P20 and P20 Pro

The Huawei Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro are receiving new updates. This month's download brings the two former flagships onto the August set of security patches and addresses multiple CVEs. Similarly, Huawei has extended the rollout of...

Alex Alderson, 21 Aug 2020 16:23

The Xiaomi Cas and Xiaomi M2007J1SC are not codenames for the successor to last year's Mi CC9 Pro. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra is being mistaken for the Mi CC10 Pro on Geekbench

Rumour has it that a Xiaomi Mi CC10 or Mi CC10 Pro has been spotted on Geekbench, complete with a Snapdragon 865 chipset and 8 GB of RAM. The reality could not be further from the truth though, so do not get your hopes up for a Mi...

Alex Alderson, 21 Aug 2020 13:51

Huawei will touch on EMUI 11 next month at its annual Developer Conference. (Image source: NoyPiGeeks)

EMUI 11 expected features published ahead of September unveiling for Huawei's Android 11-based OS

An expected set of features for the upcoming EMUI 11 has been posted online. The features include an improved GPU Turbo, a refreshed dark mode, better file sharing and overhauled gestures among other changes and innovations.

Alex Alderson, 21 Aug 2020 12:40

What is going on with the Android 10 update for the Redmi Note 8?

Redmi Note 8 owners aren't too happy about the fact their phones are yet to receive the Android 10 or MIUI 12 updates. A tentative timeline pegged the Android 10 update as due to arrive in early August but that doesn't look to be ...

Column by Ricci Rox, 20 Aug 2020 22:02

Android 11 won't be coming to the Xiaomi Mi 8 series of smartphones. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi 8 smartphone series and Pocophone F1 join the list of Xiaomi and Redmi devices that will not receive Android 11

Some more smartphones from the popular Chinese OEM Xiaomi have joined the list of devices that seemingly won’t receive an upgrade to Android 11. The new additions include five smartphones from the Xiaomi Mi 8 range, the Pocophone ...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Aug 2020 21:26

The 90Hz OPPO A53 is the world's first Snapdragon 460-powered phone

OPPO has quietly released the A53 onto the Indonesian market. Despite its initial unprepossessing mid-range appearance, this phone has a few interesting attributes. For one thing, it is the first to feature the Snapdragon 460 SoC....

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Aug 2020 20:12

The Axon A20 5G will be the first smartphone with an in-screen selfie camera. (Image source: ZTE)

Axon A20 5G: ZTE pokes fun at display punch holes, notches and pop-up cameras with in-screen selfie camera teaser

The first smartphone with an in-screen selfie camera is almost here, and manufacturer ZTE has published an amusing teaser video ahead of the device's launch on September 1. The Axon A20 5G will only have a 1080p AMOLED screen thou...

Alex Alderson, 20 Aug 2020 20:00

Huawei is working on a HarmonyOS-powered smartphone

Huawei likely to release a smartphone running HarmonyOS later this year

An industry insider speculates that Huawei will release a HarmonyOS-powered smartphone in late 2020. It will reportedly be a low-cost 5G-ready smartphone exclusive to the Chinese market. Huawei is expected to tell us more about it...

Anil Satyanarayana, 20 Aug 2020 16:50

Honor will launch the Watch GS Pro smartwatch on September 4. (Image source: @RODENT950 & Gadgets & Wearables)

Honor Watch GS Pro smartwatch teasers hint at a rugged design and a September 4 launch date

Honor is on the verge of launching the Watch GS Pro, according to a first round of teasers by the company. The Watch GS Pro was recently certified by the EEC and looks to be more of a rugged smartwatch than its predecessor, the Ma...

Alex Alderson, 20 Aug 2020 12:32

The Realme X7 Pro will likely be a tad cheaper than the Redmi K30 Ultra. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Realme X7 Pro will take on the Redmi K30 Ultra with a MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ and 120 Hz AMOLED

Realme has something of a rivalry with Redmi and that competition is set to continue with the imminent launch of the Realme X7 Pro, a phone almost shamelessly configured to make the new Redmi K30 Ultra uncomfortable.

Ricci Rox, 20 Aug 2020 10:50

The first official render of the ZTE Axon 20 5G. (Image: ZTE)

Official render of the ZTE Axon 5G surfaces ahead of historic launch

The ZTE Axon 20 5G is coming on September 1 and when it does, it will have the distinction of being the first smartphone to hit the market with an under-display selfie camera. Ahead of its launch, ZTE Mobile Business president Ni ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 20 Aug 2020 10:24

The Mi 10 Ultra looks to already be a success with day one sales exceeding US$57.8 million

The Mi 10 Ultra was launched last week and sales numbers are already proving to almost be as impressive as that of the Redmi K30 Ultra, with Xiaomi selling over US$57.8 million worth of the device. That translates into about 70,00...

Ricci Rox, 20 Aug 2020 08:47

The POCO F2 Pro was a rebranded Redmi K30 Pro. (Image source: POCO)

Xiaomi's OnePlus Nord killer could be launched soon as a POCO smartphone with a 120-Hz display

New rumors have stated that Xiaomi is almost ready to counter the OnePlus Nord threat with a possible POCO device being launched soon. As for specifications, little is known, although it is claimed the Xiaomi/POCO smartphone could...

Daniel R Deakin, 19 Aug 2020 23:35

The flexible display-toting Nubia Watch launches internationally via Kickstarter

Nubia launched its second-generation flexible display watch in China at the start of August 2020, and it has been exclusive to that market since. Now, however, the OEM has broadened its availability by making it a reward on a Kick...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Aug 2020 21:00

Devices like the P30 Pro will still receive software updates. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei commits to Android updates for older handsets with Google Play Services

Huawei smartphones with Google apps will continue to receive software updates, the company has confirmed. The assurance comes after the expiration of the company's licence with Google and the tightening of US sanctions.

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2020 19:12

The Huawei MateBook B series starts at CNY 5,499 (~US$796).

Huawei unveils three MateBook B business laptops

Huawei has unleashed the MateBook B series, which it is positioning for business consumers. The MateBook B5-420, MateBook B3-510 and MateBook B3-410 come with Intel Comet Lake-U processors and up to 512 GB of storage.

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2020 18:43

The MateBook 13 2020 and MateBook 14 2020 come with 45 W Renoir APUs. (Image source: Huawei)

The Huawei MateBook 13 2020 and MateBook 14 2020 combine a Ryzen 5 4600H or Ryzen 7 4800H with 2K and 3:2 aspect ratio displays

The MateBook X and MateBook X Pro may be the two most eye-catching laptops that Huawei has released this year, but the MateBook 13 2020 and MateBook 14 2020 are the only ones to feature 45 W Renoir APUs. The two laptops also inclu...

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2020 18:31

The new MateBook X weighs less than 1 kg. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei MateBook X launched: A lightweight and premium laptop hampered by Comet Lake-U processors and DDR3 RAM

Huawei has unveiled its new premium and lightweight laptop, the MateBook X. The 13-inch device weighs less than 1 kg and houses a 3:2 3K display, along with a large keyboard and a new pressure-sensitive trackpad. The fanless machi...

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2020 18:27

A new "Mate 40 Pro camera" photo. (Source: Weibo)

A new leak may confirm Huawei will keep on circling the square with the Mate 40 series' rear cameras

Recent renders have indicated that Huawei intends to stick with a round housing for the rear cameras in its upcoming additions to the Mate series of high-end phablets. A newer leak appears to corroborate this detail. It shows that...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Aug 2020 17:49

Huawei is rolling out new updates to its older flagship smartphones. (Image source: NextPit)

The Huawei Mate 10, Mate 10 Pro, P20 and P20 Pro are receiving new updates

Huawei is issuing new updates to the Mate 10, Mate 10 Pro, P20 and P20 Pro. The round of updates brings the older flagships onto the July set of security patches and fixes multiple CVEs.

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2020 14:08

V12.0.2.0.QFKMIXM and V12.0.2.0.QFKEUXM should be available to download now. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Global and European stable MIUI 12 updates rolled out for the Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro and Mi 9T Pro

New stable MIUI 12 updates have been made available for the Redmi K20 Pro and Mi 9T Pro. The updates are rolling out to global and European handsets now as OTA packages.

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2020 13:35

The successor to the Watch GT 2, pictured, will likely arrive within the next two months. (Image source: Huawei)

The Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro will support 10 W wireless charging for its 455 mAh battery

Rumour has it that Huawei will unveil the Watch GT 2 Pro alongside the Mate 40 series. The smartwatch has recently been certified by multiple regulatory bodies, confirming the presence of a 455 mAh battery that will charge wireles...

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2020 12:18

A Huawei smart TV with a floating full-screen would make the X65's slender bezels look chunky. (Image source: Huawei)

Rumor | Huawei MateBook X Pro laptop's floating screen technology will soon feature in a Huawei TV

A noted tipster has reported that Huawei will be using the “floating screen technology” that is expected to feature with the upcoming Huawei MateBook X Pro 2020 laptop in a cutting-edge smart TV that will be unveiled by the end of...

Daniel R Deakin, 18 Aug 2020 23:41

The August security patch has now been issued to the Mi A2 Lite. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite receives a new update

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite has received a new update. The update brings the August security patch to the device and is arriving as an OTA. Xiaomi is rolling out the update to global handsets, albeit on a partial release for the time be...

Alex Alderson, 18 Aug 2020 19:45

The Redmi K30 Ultra is one of the first smartphones to feature MediaTek's Dimensity 1000+ chipset. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi K30 Ultra teardown reveals the scale of the copper vapour chamber cooling system in Xiaomi's latest smartphone

The Redmi K30 Ultra has been torn down, revealing the complex interior of Xiaomi's Dimensity 1000+ powered smartphone. The teardown confirms the device's large vapour chamber cooling system, which measures almost 3,500 mm².

Alex Alderson, 18 Aug 2020 18:45