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The Huawei P30 Pro. (Source: Notebookcheck)

Huawei expands the EMUI 10.1 rollout for the P30 Pro, P30, and Huawei Mate 20 X 5G

Huawei is now expanding its EMUI 10.1 rollout. The company is currently sending out the EMUI 10.1 update to owners of the Mate 20 X 5G in Europe, as well as owners of the P30 and P30 Pro in South Africa, North Africa, South-East A...

Ricci Rox, 04 Jul 2020 11:20

The Meizu 17 Pro has LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. (Image source: AliExpress)

Meizu 17 Pro beats out the OnePlus 8 Pro as it muscles in on the Snapdragon 865-dominated June AnTuTu flagship smartphone chart

The Meizu 17 Pro has managed to squeeze its way into an increasingly tight AnTuTu flagship smartphone performance chart. The table for June shows the Meizu 17 Pro beating out the OnePlus 8 Pro, while a total of just 23,453 points ...

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Jul 2020 09:41

Owners of the Redmi Note 9 in Europe will have to wait longer for MIUI 12. (Image source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12 update for Redmi Note 9 users in Europe apparently on hold as new MIUI 11 stable update rolls out

It seems likely that the MIUI 12 update for Redmi Note 9 smartphone users in Europe has been temporarily halted. A new MIUI 11 stable update has started rolling out for the Redmi Note 9 instead, which will bring the device up to d...

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Jul 2020 04:51

The Redmi 10X Pro 5G smartphone is the new midrange performance champion. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Dimensity 820 vs Dimensity 1000L: Redmi 10X Pro 5G leapfrogs the OPPO Reno3 5G in AnTuTu midrange phone chart for June

A potent combination of Redmi and MediaTek has made some waves at the top of the latest AnTuTu midrange smartphone performance chart. Both the Redmi 10X Pro 5G and Redmi 10X 5G devices have snatched up first and third places, resp...

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Jul 2020 03:02

MIUI 12 beta update lands for the Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 7 Pro in China

After sending out a global beta MIUI 12 update to the Redmi Note 8 Pro, Xiaomi has now also released a MIUI 12 update to the Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 7 Pro in China. The update bears the build designation "MIUI 12.20.7.3", and ...

Ricci Rox, 03 Jul 2020 21:04

The Redmi K30 Ultra will feature a pop-up camera like the Redmi K30 Pro, pictured. (Image source: AKKett)

Leak confirms Xiaomi Redmi K30 Ultra with a MediaTek SoC, a 64 MP primary camera and a pop-up camera as 120 W Xiaomi charger appears at the 3C

A leak has confirmed that the Redmi K30 and Redmi K30 Pro will soon be joined by a device called the Redmi K30 Ultra. Possibly the real name for the rumoured Redmi K40, the device has been spotted with a 64 MP primary camera and a...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2020 18:56

The Huami Amazfit Band 5 will arrive with a heart rate monitor and an AMOLED panel. (Image source: FCC)

Amazfit Band 5: FCC confirms 5 ATM water resistance, a heart rate monitor, an AMOLED panel and the battery capacity of upcoming fitness tracker

The FCC has confirmed multiple aspects of the Amazfit Band 5, Huami's new fitness tracker. Set to feature 5 ATM water resistance, a heart rate monitor, an AMOLED panel and a 125 mAh battery, there is talk of the Amazfit Band 5 res...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2020 18:49

The OnePlus Nord likes quite a lot like the OnePlus 8 Lite that @OnLeaks and 91Mobiles leaked in December 2019. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus teases the design of the OnePlus Nord with a flat screen, multiple rear-facing cameras and a punch-hole selfie camera

OnePlus has teased the design of the OnePlus Nord. Spotted on an Instagram video, the company has revealed that the device will feature a flat screen, multiple rear-facing cameras and at least one, if not two, front-facing cameras...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2020 17:19

Some of the POCO M2 Pro's new teaser material. (Source: Twitter)

POCO M2 Pro: more evidence of Redmi Note 9 Pro-clone status emerges

POCO has confirmed the existence of the M2 Pro, and is currently teasing it on Twitter and Flipkart ahead of its July 7, 2020 launch. These official leaks show some inextricable links between it and the pre-existing Redmi Note 9 P...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jul 2020 16:48

A Redmi K30 performing better a Ryzen 9 3950X? It's obviously fake. (Image Source: Gizmochina)

Ridiculous Xiaomi Redmi K30 Geekbench entry shows why healthy skepticism is a prerequisite when it comes to interpreting benchmark data

An anomalous Geekbench 5 listing of a Xiaomi Redmi K30 shows scores that are many times more than even a Ryzen 9 3950X. The fact that such a record exists in the official Geekbench database is the reason why buyers should exercise...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 Jul 2020 16:16

The W26 smartwatch is available from multiple suppliers. (Image source: Lemfo)

W26: A blatant Apple Watch clone with IP68 certification, a heart rate monitor ECG functionality for under US$25

A new and unabashed Apple Watch clone has hit the market, complete with IP68 certification and ECG functionality. Called the W26, the smartwatch is available from multiple brands for under US$25 and comes with a heart rate monitor...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2020 14:13

There have been hints that the OnePlus Nord will feature four rear-facing cameras before, too. (Image source: @MaxJmb)

Rumour | The OnePlus Nord may be arriving on July 21 with up to 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, a 90 Hz display and in three colours

Rumour has it that the OnePlus Nord will be launching in India on July 21. Additionally, the OnePlus Nord is purported to feature a 90 Hz display, up to 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. A total of six cameras will be in tow too...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jul 2020 14:10

The Xiaomi Mi TV Stick has been certified by Google. (Image source: Xiaomi via Gizguide)

Xiaomi Mi TV Stick Google certification, Google Play Console presence, and Geekbench appearances indicate upcoming launch

The Xiaomi Mi TV Stick appears to be getting closer to an official launch, as details about the gadget have been appearing via Geekbench, Google Play Console, and on official Google certification. It is the 1080p (FHD) Mi TV Stick...

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Jul 2020 11:43

Mi 10 Pro: A flagship phone with one major weakness?

The Mi 10 Pro has earned plenty of positive reviews for its excellent rear cameras and audio performance, as well as for being competitive across the board. It would seem, however, that the phone has one major weakness, and one th...

Ricci Rox, 03 Jul 2020 10:04

OnePlus has released a new range of smart TVs in India

OnePlus launches a new line of affordable smart TVs

OnePlus has unveiled its new range of smart TVs for the Indian market. The OnePlus TV Y costs INR 49,999 (US$670) and comes with a 55-inch 4K-ready HDR 10 screen, MEMC, and OnePlus' in-house Gamma Colour Magic chip. The OnePlus TV...

Anil Satyanarayana, 02 Jul 2020 17:17

The Lynwo BT01 retails for just US$17.99. (Image source: Lynwo via Banggood)

Lynwo BT01: A sub-US$20 smartwatch with IP68 certification, a heart rate monitor and onboard GPS

The Lynwo BT01 is a cheap smartwatch that still packs plenty of features. The device, which retails for under US$20, is IP68 certified and supports GPS route tracking. There is even a heart rate monitor to complement the smartwatc...

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2020 14:38

The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro and Mi 9T Pro are some of the first devices to receive MIUI 12. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Stable MIUI 12 update hits the Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro and Mi 9T Pro in India; MIUI 12 lands on the Redmi Note 9 and Redmi 10X 4G too

The stable MIUI 12 update has arrived for the Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro and Mi 9T Pro in India. The update, which is arriving as an OTA download, is live now. A corresponding OS upgrade has reached the Redmi Note 9 and Redmi 10X 4G too...

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2020 14:30

Honor unleashes the X10 Max. (Source: Honor)

Return of the big screen: Honor launches the 7.09-inch X10 Max

Honor has launched a pair of new Dimensity 800-powered phones today (July 2, 2020). Despite this, the 2 phones are quite different, particularly in terms of their displays. The 30 Youth Edition has a 6.5-inch 90 hertz (Hz) panel, ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jul 2020 13:08

The Xiaomi Mi TV Master Series boasts 98.8% screen real estate. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches the 65-inch Mi TV Master Series: Gaming-friendly 120 Hz OLED with MIUI for TV priced at 12,999 yuan (US$1,840)

Xiaomi has officially launched its first OLED TV in the form of the 65-inch Mi TV Master Series set, which will be sold at a price of 12,999 yuan (US$1,840) in the company’s domestic market. The smart TV is bursting with gaming-fr...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Jul 2020 11:10

Xiaomi RedmiBook 16 R5 laptop in the test - Great price-performance ratio with drawbacks

Apple copies from the Far East have a long tradition. The current RedmiBook 16 from Xiaomi is another reincarnation of the MacBook, in this case the current 16-inch version. Nevertheless, the package appears extremely attractive: ...

J. Simon Leitner, 02 Jul 2020 10:20

Redmi Note 8 Pro owners should be wary of unofficially installing MIUI 12. (Image source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12 global stable beta update warning issued by Xiaomi for Redmi Note 8 Pro users: Don't install the firmware if you're not part of the Mi Pilot program

Xiaomi has issued an important warning about the Redmi Note 8 Pro in regard to the current MIUI 12 global stable beta update rollout. The Chinese OEM is concerned that Redmi Note 8 Pro owners who are not part of the Mi Pilot progr...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Jul 2020 09:24

MIUI 12 update for the Redmi Note 8T potentially months away; may be same for the Redmi Note 8

Previous information indicated that the Redmi Note 8 would get the Android 10 update with MIUI 12 shortly. That may be in doubt now, however, as word from the Mi Forums claims the MIUI 12 update for the Redmi Note 8T—essentially a...

Ricci Rox, 02 Jul 2020 08:36

A Pro variant of the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 is increasingly likely. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi Band 5 Pro named in activity tracker settings screenshot

There has been another reference to a Xiaomi Mi Band 5 Pro activity tracker discovered recently. A Pro variant of the wearable was already rumored due to it being mentioned in app code, and now it has been spotted again as “Kongmi...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Jul 2020 02:31

The Poco M2 Pro may akin look like this. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 9 Pro doppelganger? Poco M2 Pro surfaces on Geekbench ahead of July 7 launch

Poco's next phone will be the Poco M2 Pro. The company seems to be continuing the trend of offering rebadged Redmi phones in its lineup, and new information indicates that the Poco M2 Pro, slated for a July 7 launch, may just be a...

Ricci Rox, 01 Jul 2020 23:03

The OnePlus Nord is a spiritual successor to the OnePlus X, of sorts. (Image source: OnePlus via XDA Developers)

OnePlus Nord pre-orders sell out almost immediately amid complaints from fans; Snapdragon 765G, 5G and a flagship-level camera confirmed for under US$500

Initial pre-orders for the OnePlus Nord went live today, the first of three pre-order events hosted by OnePlus. Fans of the company do not seem too happy about how quickly units were snapped up though, with stock levels apparently...

Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2020 22:55

The new Xiaomi XiaoAI Portable Speaker can be operated via single voice commands. (Image source: Banggood)

Xiaomi XiaoAI Portable Speaker: Built-in AI and 2 W of power in a compact square form for 49 yuan (US$7) or US$19.99 from Banggood

Xiaomi has released a new XiaoAI Portable Speaker via Youpin that can also be ordered from Banggood for international customers. The mini Bluetooth speaker has a power rating of 2 W and is being offered to domestic shoppers for 49...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Jul 2020 21:08

Xiaomi has announced that MIUI 12 is coming to a broader audience for devices on Round 1 of its release schedule. (Image source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12 full release for the Mi 9, Mi 9T, Mi 9T Pro, Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro is "now starting to kick in", Xiaomi confirms

The release of MIUI 12 for the Mi 9T Pro, Mi 9T, Mi 9, Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro is "now starting to kick in", according to Xiaomi. The statement, tweeted to its hundreds of thousands of followers on Twitter, appears to signal t...

Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2020 20:38

The upcoming OnePlus Nord will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC

The OnePlus Nord will come with a 5G-ready Snapdragon 765G SoC

Two separate sources have confirmed that a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC will power the upcoming OnePlus Nord. The first one is OnePlus' co-founder Carl Pei, and the other is Qualcomm. The phone will be released in India on July 10...

Anil Satyanarayana, 01 Jul 2020 17:12

A close-up of the "gimbal" camera in the Vivo X50 Pro. (Image source: Vivo)

Just how good is the "gimbal" camera system in the Vivo X50 Pro?

Just how good is the "gimbal" camera system in the Vivo X50 Pro? Well, a hands-on review of the device has shown it to be competitive with flagships like the Apple iPhone 11 Pro, Huawei P40 Pro Plus and Google Pixel 4, which is qu...

Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2020 14:51

The global version of the Mi 9 is the latest variant to receive MIUI 12. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Stable MIUI 12 update arrives for the global edition of the Xiaomi Mi 9

The stable MIUI 12 update has landed for the global version of the Xiaomi Mi 9. The update follows equivalent OS upgrades for the Chinese and EU editions of the device.

Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2020 14:30

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

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

The FCC has confirmed that the Oppo Watch is almost ready to hit global audiences. The smartwatch, which has already been released in China, has a Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2500 processor, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of storage. The smart...

Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2020 14:16

The Redmi Note 8 Pro gets its first taste of MIUI 12. (Source: AndroidPit)

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

After sending out stable MIUI 12 updates to its premium phones, Xiaomi has now set its sights towards the mid-range. MIUI 12 is now in the second round of seeding, beginning with the Redmi Note 8 Pro—which has now received a limit...

Ricci Rox, 01 Jul 2020 09:57

The Xiaomi TV Master Series offers gaming-related features. (Image source: Xiaomi)

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

The Xiaomi TV Master Series has only just been announced, with a 65-inch 120 Hz OLED making up the range so far. Now some specs for the upcoming smart TV have been leaked by a Xiaomi manager on Weibo. The Xiaomi TV Master will app...

Daniel R Deakin, 30 Jun 2020 22:32

The Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 8 Pro and Poco F1 will soon be eligible to receive for MIUI 12 Global Stable beta updates. (Image source: Xiaomi)

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

Xiaomi has published the pilot testers that have been selected to receive MIUI 12 Global Stable beta updates for Round 2 of the company's release schedule. The Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 8 Pro and Poco F1 are eligible for the stable...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 20:17

Xiaomi has extended the Android 10 rollout for the Redmi 7A. (Image source: DimaViper)

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

Xiaomi has delivered another update for the Redmi 7A, this time upgrading Indian handsets to Android 10. However, while the entry-level handset should soon be upgraded to MIUI 12, this latest update does not deliver on that.

Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 20:00

The OnePlus Nord will be available to pre-order from tomorrow in multiple countries. (Image source: @MaxJmb)

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

OnePlus has confirmed the name, tentative pricing and pre-order dates for its next smartphone. Called the OnePlus Nord instead of the OnePlus Lite or OnePlus Z, the device will be available to pre-order in limited quantities from ...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 18:33

The new "bengals" could be new generations of this phone. (Source: OPPO)

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

Two new devices with what could be model numbers from the OEM OPPO have emerged on Geekbench 4. They both have 4GB of RAM, run Android 10 and have a heretofore-unseen code-name associated with their processing platform: bengal. Co...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2020 17:59

The Realme C11 is Realme's new entry-level smartphone

Realme C11 launched with Redmi 9C-like hardware

The Realme C1 is the company's latest affordable smartphone that costs RM 429 ($100). It comes with a MediaTek Helio G35 SoC, a 5,000mAh battery, two rear cameras, and a micro USB port. The phone is up for sale in Malaysia and is...

Anil Satyanarayana, 30 Jun 2020 17:36

Xiaomi is continuing with MIUI 11 on the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro in some regions for the time being. (Image source: Xiaomi)

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

Stable MIUI 12 updates for the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro have already arrived for Chinese versions of Xiaomi's latest flagships. The same cannot be said in other countries though, as some people would have discovered today.

Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2020 16:39

The Redmi K40 will sport a pop-up display like the Redmi K30 Pro. (Source: Xiaomi)

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

The Redmi K30 duo was launched six months ago, which means it's about time we got a successor to the phones. New information has now surfaced about the upcoming Redmi K40, with notable takeaways including battery capacity, display...

Ricci Rox, 30 Jun 2020 16:16

The Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C are now available for purchase in Malaysia

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

Xiaomi Malaysia has just listed the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C on its official Facebook page. Both phones come with a MediaTek Helio SoC, 5,000mAh battery that can be charged at 10W, a 6.5-inch HD+ screen, and a paltry 2GB of RAM. The ...

Anil Satyanarayana, 30 Jun 2020 12:15

The Redmi 8 starts receiving Android 10 in China. (Source: XDA-Developer)

Android 10 update arrives for the Xiaomi Redmi 8

Xiaomi has now started rolling out Android 10 to its last-gen Redmi series, beginning with the Redmi 8 in China. The Android 10 update for the Redmi 8 is based on MIUI 11 and carries the build number "MIUI 11.0.1.0 QCNCNXM". It we...

Ricci Rox, 30 Jun 2020 08:57

The Xiaomi Ninebot Number 9 Gokart Pro can be folded away to fit into a car trunk. (Image source: Xiaomi)

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

Xiaomi is now selling a flashy go-kart in the form of the Ninebot Number 9 Gokart Pro. The vehicle can reach speeds of up to 23 mph (37 km/h) and features 4x 8 W speakers and dynamic-cornering capability. The designer of the 8,998...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Jun 2020 23:03

The Xiaomi TV Master Series is Xiaomi's most ambitious TV offering yet. (Source: Gearbest)

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

Xiaomi's recent 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max seems to have been a commercial success, and the company is set to follow it up with yet another TV. This TV, branded as the "Xiaomi TV Master Series" will sit at the very top of Xiaomi's...

Ricci Rox, 29 Jun 2020 22:33

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

The Indian government has banned 59 Chinese-origin apps in the country. Some of the banned apps include TikTok, Share It, UC Browser, WeChat, Mobile Legends, UC Browser, and Club Factory. The directive also instructs Google and Ap...

Anil Satyanarayana, 29 Jun 2020 19:50

Now the stable MIUI 12 rollout truly begins. (Source: XDA-Developers)

Stable MIUI 12 update starts rolling out to the Mi 9, Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, Redmi K30, and nine other devices

Over the past few weeks, Xiaomi has been sending out beta stable MIUI 12 updates to its premium phones. The company has finally taken the MIUI 12 rollout to the next stage, however, by beginning the full stable rollout to those ph...

Ricci Rox, 29 Jun 2020 15:15

One-Notebook OneGx1 mini laptop with 5G support and various Intel Amber Lake CPU options (Source: Liliputing)

OneGx1 now up for pre-order: 7-inch, US$840 Alienware Area-51m-inspired, 5G support and Intel Amber Lake CPU in tow

More compact than the GPD Win Max, One-Notebook's OneGx1 is now up for pre-order in both 4G and 5G variants, but it doesn't come cheap: the US$839 model only sports WiFi, 8 GB of memory, and 256 GB of internal storage, and the pri...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jun 2020 08:47

OnePlus is showcasing its next smartphone much sooner than expected. (Image source: @MaxJmb)

OnePlus sets release date for the OnePlus Z; OnePlus 8 alternative set to arrive before three new OnePlus Smart TVs

OnePlus has announced the launch date of its next smartphone, and it is early than expected. Originally thought to be launching on July 10, OnePlus has confirmed that the device, possibly called the OnePlus Z, will be showcased be...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2020 01:52

The Honor 30 Youth Edition's launch teaser. (Source: Weibo)

The Honor 30 Youth Edition 5G and 10X Max will launch on the same day

Honor has officially announced that the Youth Edition of its 30-series smartphone exists, and that it has a launch date for the Chinese market. In fact, it is the same as that of the 10X Max: July 2, 2020. Both phones are rumored ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jun 2020 18:46

Redmi Note 9 vs Redmi Note 8: Is the Helio G85 really a performance upgrade?

Is newer better? The Redmi Note 9 was launched months ago debuting with MediaTek's new Helio G85, but how does it compare to the tried and tested Snapdragon 665 on Xiaomi's last-gen Redmi Note 8? Well, the results are nuanced.

Ricci Rox, 28 Jun 2020 17:37