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The Redmi K30 Pro will disrupt the Indian market like no other device. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Here's why the Redmi K30 Pro will be a roaring success in the Indian market

Opinion Even though Xiaomi is yet to officially announce the Redmi K30 Pro, the device appears to have tremendous potential to disrupt the Indian market, despite the increased competition from the likes of Realme. The lack of a Poco F1 su...

Anil Satyanarayana, 07 Feb 2020 09:36

Xiaomi only released the Redmi 8A in September last year. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Rumour | Xiaomi to launch the Redmi 9a next week featuring a 5,000 mAh battery and dual cameras

Thinking about buying the Redmi 8a? Well, Xiaomi company executives are dropping heavy hints that a successor is already in the works, and it could be arriving as soon as next week. Better still, the device, likely called the Redm...

Alex Alderson, 06 Feb 2020 19:49

The Realme C3 has launched in India. (Source: Realme)

Realme C3 launches: new MediaTek silicon and a 5000mAh battery for US$98

The Realme C3 has become the first phone with a MediaTek Helio G70 processor, as it launches via Flipkart in India. It also has a 6.5-inch HD+ display with 3-4GB of RAM and up to 64GB of internal storage. It starts for INR 6999, o...

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Feb 2020 19:13

The 2nd-gen OPPO Find X will finally be revealed. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO announces a launch date for the Find X2

The smartphone OEM OPPO has issued press invitations for the launch of what may be its next flagship, the Find X2. This phone, which is thought to have state-of-the-art specs such as a 120Hz display, will debut in Barcelona, but n...

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Feb 2020 18:44

A possible budget Huawei P40 variant appears in an official certification

A phone called the Huawei P40 Lite E has reportedly been approved by a Russian telecomms authority. This device might also be called the Enjoy 10 on its launch in other markets. However, its new leak does not offer any information...

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Feb 2020 17:15

The Redmi K30 Pro will likely use the same 64 MP Sony IMX686 that's on the vanilla K30. (Source: Geekbuying)

Bigger battery, faster charging, better performance for the Redmi K30 Pro

The Redmi K30 was something of a disappointment, and Xiaomi will be hoping to make amends with the Redmi K30 Pro. A new report has now shone more light on Redmi's upcoming flagship phone, and things are looking up for expectant fa...

Ricci Rox, 06 Feb 2020 16:23

The Mi 10 series could feature a 108 MP like the Mi Note 10 Pro. (Image source: Xiaomiaddictos)

Rumour | Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro impresses with 108 MP, 10x zoom and video camera samples

While Xiaomi may unveil the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro during an online-only event, company VP Lu Weibing has been sharing the camera capabilities of the upcoming flagships. A 108 MP main sensor paired with a 10x zoom camera and a Snapdr...

Alex Alderson, 06 Feb 2020 15:47

The Doogee S68 Pro is a rugged smartphone with reverse wireless charging

Doogee has announced the S68 Pro, another in its long line of toughphones. However, this one also has the reverse wireless charging feature normally found in Huawei or Samsung flagships. This power will come from the device's 6300...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Feb 2020 23:47

Huawei touted to debut 65 W fast-charging technology on the Mate Xs

Huawei's 22.5 W SuperCharge was class-leading three years ago but the company has slowly lost ground on that front. That could be set to change soon, though, as a new report claims the Chinese company could debut a new 65 W fast-c...

Ricci Rox, 05 Feb 2020 19:48

Huawei released the Nova 3i in August 2018. (Image source: Huawei)

Thousands sign petition in response to news that the Huawei Nova 3i will not receive EMUI 10

While many other Kirin 710-powered smartphones have now received EMUI 10 and Android 10, Huawei has frozen out the Nova 3i. The official confirmation that the device will not be getting a second OS upgrade has clearly irked some f...

Alex Alderson, 05 Feb 2020 18:39

The OnePlus 7T successors were spotted on Amazon India. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro appear on Amazon

OnePlus is preparing to launch its next-generation flagship smartphones, specifically the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro. While there have been a few reports speculating about the design of OnePlus' upcoming devices, we now have offi...

Alex Alderson, 05 Feb 2020 18:18

Huawei announced the Mate 9 and Mate 9 Pro in November 2016. (Image source: Huawei)

Rumour | Huawei gives fans hope that the Mate 9 and Mate 9 Pro will receive EMUI 10 and Android 10

While there have been complaints about how quickly LG and Samsung drop support for their former smartphones, Huawei may be treating to its older handsets differently. The company has now given fans hope that the Mate 9 and Mate 9 ...

Alex Alderson, 05 Feb 2020 14:53

Great cameras, mediocre audio. (Source: MI)

Skip the Mi Note 10 Pro if you need great audio from your phone

The Mi Note 10 Pro launched to much fanfare with its penta-camera setup that offered 5x optical zoom and a 108 MP main camera. It's, by all means, a capable camera smartphone and will appeal to hobbyist photographers; but audio lo...

Ricci Rox, 05 Feb 2020 06:47

MWC 2020 | LG, ZTE withdraw from MWC 2020 due to coronavirus concerns

LG and ZTE both issued statements earlier today announcing that the companies would not be attending MWC 2020. Citing concerns over the coronavirus outbreak in eastern China, both companies will not be physically present that this...

Sam Medley, 05 Feb 2020 02:03

The EMUI 10 rollout continues. (Source: Huawei)

EMUI 10 global rollout continues with updates to the Nova 5T, P30 Pro, and Mate 20 Pro

For some reason, Huawei is taking its sweet time with the rollout of the Android 10-based EMUI 10 update. The update is still mostly going out to Kirin 980-powered phones; ergo, last-gen premium phones including the Mate 20, P30 a...

Ricci Rox, 04 Feb 2020 21:09

The Mi Mix 3's successor may be back on the cards. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 is now the Mix 2020, has 100W charging and a 120Hz display: new leak

The increasingly convincing leaker Digital Chat Station has hinted that a new Xiaomi Mi Mix is back on the cards. It is possible that this device will be called the 2020, and it could have the OEM's long-awaited 100-watt charging ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Feb 2020 20:30

POCO's F1 apparently gets a 2nd new update. (Source: Reddit)

Pocophone F1 users report a Pixel-esque security patch update

Recently, the brand POCO has reportedly started providing OTA updates to Android 10 for its first device, the F1. Now, it seems one for the February 2020 security patch level has followed. Oddly, it seemingly comes direct from Goo...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Feb 2020 19:49

The Redmi Note 8 Pro has only received Android 10 in (Image source: Xiaomi)

No Android 10 update for your Redmi Note 8 Pro? You're not alone

Xiaomi may have started rolling out Android 10 to the Redmi Note 8 Pro, but there are probably many of you out there that are still running Android 9.0 Pie builds of MIUI 11 on your device. Without official confirmation, it seems ...

Alex Alderson, 04 Feb 2020 18:50

Looks like the P40 Pro will have things in common with this phone. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei P40 Pro: a new leak hints at a dual punch-hole and waterfall display

Huawei is expected to produce a successor to its early-2019 flagship, the P30 Pro, soon. A new leak suggests it will have the curving screen type debuted in the Mate 30 series. However, it may not share this line's wide notch, at ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Feb 2020 18:19

Poco makes a lukewarm return with the Poco X2, a rebranded Redmi K30 4G

Poco won our hearts with the release of its debut phone, the Poco F1, back in 2018. Eighteen months later, the Xiaomi sub-brand is back with yet another offering, the Poco X2. Sadly, this one just ain't it, chief.

Ricci Rox, 04 Feb 2020 11:16

The Xiaomi Mi 10 launch may be an online-only event

Some leaks have hinted that the next couple of major Xiaomi mobile device launches may lack physical locations. This may mean that the Mi 10 and Black Shark 3 events may be online-only. This may be due to the risks posed by the ne...

Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Feb 2020 21:33

New report delivers some good and bad news on the Redmi K30 Pro

Expectant Redmi fans must brace themselves as a new report throws more light on the upcoming Redmi K30 Pro. There's some good news...and some bad news. The good news first? The phone will be powered by a Snapdragon 865.

Ricci Rox, 03 Feb 2020 18:40

Realme will unveil its first TV at MWC 2020

A Realme executive has revealed that this brand is working on its own smart TV, and that more details will be available at the next Mobile World Congress (MWC). To date, no specs or features for this upcoming product are known for...

Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Feb 2020 18:27

The latest Red Magic 5G leak proves a downgrade for its rumored charging specs

Nubia is thought to be working on a successor for the Red Magic 3 gaming phone. This generation is touted to have 5G, a 144Hz screen and other potentially ultra-fast attributes. However, a new specs leak suggests that at least one...

Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Feb 2020 17:14

The Moto G7 Power's successor may have leaked out. (Source: Motorola)

The Moto G8 Power may have joined its Plus and Stylus siblings on Geekbench

Motorola is currently rumored to introduce the complete next-gen Moto G line-up at MWC 2020. It consists of the G8, G Stylus and G8 Power. The latter may have arrived on the Geekbench 5 website, revealing specs such as 4GB of RAM ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Feb 2020 16:41

Xiaomi is yet to confirm when the Mi A2 Lite will receive Android 10 officially. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Rumour | Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite appears on Geekbench running Android 10

Several instances of the Mi A2 Lite running Android 10 have appeared on Geekbench. Android 10 is likely the last OS upgrade that the Android One device will receive, having been released running Android 8.1 Oreo.

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2020 15:47

The new "Meizu 17" leak. (Source: SlashLeaks)

This may be the most un-Meizu Meizu flagship leak ever

A new image of a full-screen phone with a punch-hole display has appeared on SlashLeaks. Nothing too unusual about that - until one comes to the bit where it is attributed to the Meizu 17. Should this be the case, the OEM in quest...

Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Feb 2020 18:52

Motorola has sold over 100 million Moto G units in the US. (Source: Motorola)

Deal | Get US$100 off a Moto G7 - or a free Moto G6 - in this sales event

Motorola has marked its 100,000,000th unit of the Moto G series sold with a special event. It offers up to US$320 off a new phone, depending on the model. Alternatively, a shopper can choose a free accessory, money off, or even a ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Feb 2020 18:04

The C3 will launch with the OEM's new UI. (Source: Realme)

The Realme C3 is to be the first phone to rock the new Helio G70 gaming SoC

Realme has made the C3 official via its Twitter feeds. This phone will be powered by MediaTek's new Helio G70 chipset. This upcoming device will also have a 6.5-inch display and dual rear cameras, albeit ones that may improve over...

Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Feb 2020 14:12

The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1. (Source: MySmartPrice)

The Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 receives its first taste of Android 10, its second major OS upgrade

The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 was released in early 2018 and is now getting its first taste of Android 10. Android 10 is the second major OS upgrade the phone will get, which is impressive for a phone that had an MSRP of just US$200...

Ricci Rox, 02 Feb 2020 10:07

The leaked "Moto G Stylus" render. (Source: Twitter)

The Moto G Stylus will have the One Action's signature camera: new specs leak

Motorola's rumored new pen-enabled phone is becoming more and more real with each new leak. It seemt that it will be called the G Stylus, and may have 4GB of RAM and run Android 10. A new report claims to flesh it out further with...

Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Feb 2020 15:07

The Xiaomi Pocophone F1 features a Snapdragon 845 SoC. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Pocophone F1 owners check your phone, Android 10 might be waiting for you

There’s been quite a drama between the Pocophone F1 and the popular Android 10 OS. There seemed to be some doubt over whether the ageing smartphone would even get an upgrade to the latest edition of Android, but it now appears a p...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Feb 2020 08:46

The tech market is found to have some of the most valuable brands on Earth in 2020

The UK company Brand Finance releases a yearly report on the top 500 most valuable brands. Its 2020 edition concludes that the tech sector is the most valuable, with a combined worth of nearly US$967 billion. 5 of its brands, incl...

Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Jan 2020 20:01

Honor MagicWatch 2: Amazon starts selling new smartwatch for ~US$210. (Image source: Amazon)

Honor MagicWatch 2: Amazon starts selling Honor's new smartwatch for ~US$210

The Honor MagicWatch 2 is now available to purchase on Amazon, with prices starting at ~US$210. The 46 mm smartwatch is available on Amazon DE and Amazon UK, with Honor promising up to fourteen days battery life for the device.

Alex Alderson, 31 Jan 2020 17:11

Apart from the 80 W ultra-fast charger, the Nubia Red magic 5G will offer low-latency screencasting capabilities. (Image Source: Nubia)

Nubia Red Magic 5G gaming smartphone expected to feature 80 W ultrafast charging

Nubia president already unveiled that the upcoming Nubia Red magic 5G will feature a 144 Hz screen and rear triple-cam setup and his latest spoiler now shows that the handheld will benefit from 80 W ultra-fast charging. Other rumo...

Bogdan Solca, 31 Jan 2020 16:40

The iPhone X can be cracked by Cellebrite's tool. (Source: Business Insider)

Cybersecurity experts: Android phones may now be more secure than iPhones

iPhones are way more secure than Androids, right? Apparently not. A new report with information from forensic experts heavily points towards the reverse being the case. Androids may now be more secure than iPhones, with a Huawei f...

Ricci Rox, 31 Jan 2020 06:52

Huawei may have split with Google for good. (Source: Notebookcheck)

It's over(?): Huawei phones may never use the Google mobile ecosystem again

Huawei's Austrian regional manager has reportedly indicated that the OEM's phones will use its own in-house version of Google Mobile Services going forward, never returning to the use of the Play Store and its apps as normal. The ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 30 Jan 2020 20:00

The Zhaoxin KaiXian KX-6780A CPU cannot be upgraded, as it comes in BGA packaging and a dedicated motherboard. (Image Source: 二斤自制)

Chinese CPUs on the rise: Zhaoxin’s KaiXian KX-6780A octa-core to soon launch with dedicated mini-ITX motherboard

The upcoming KaiXian KX-6780A octa-core CPUs should be launched this March, but they will only be available as part of pre-built budget gaming systems, as the chips themselves are soldered and require special motherboards. Prelimi...

Bogdan Solca, 30 Jan 2020 17:59

The Mate 20 Lite started life running Android 8.1 Oreo builds of EMUI. (Image source: Huawei)

Android 10 goes global for the Mate 20 Lite as Huawei releases EMUI 10 worldwide

The Mate 20 Lite may share its name with two of Huawei's former flagships, but the mid-range handset has not been afforded the same software support as the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro. While the latter two received EMUI 10 globally in...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jan 2020 16:32

Xiaomi launched the Mi A2 Lite running Android 8.1 Oreo builds of Android One. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms that the Mi A2 Lite will receive Android 10 after all

Xiaomi has seemingly been toing and froing about whether to bring Android 10 to the Mi A2 Lite, despite it being an Android One handset. Now, the company has cleared up confusion about the update, although a timescale for its rele...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jan 2020 16:16

Poco X2 or Xiaomi Redmi K30? (Image source: Hindustan Times)

Poco X2 price in India and renders leaked

An alleged poster featuring renders of the upcoming Poco X2 along with its price in India and some key specifications has been posted online. The image, if genuine, seems to confirm the oft-repeated similarity the new smartphone h...

Daniel R Deakin, 30 Jan 2020 10:07

Most of these improvements will come to the OnePlus 7T. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus is bringing major camera improvements to its current and upcoming phones

After receiving feedback at the Open Ears Forum last month, OnePlus has taken the time out to collate user pain points with its camera app, and confirms that it is working on major improvements that will be implemented in software...

Ricci Rox, 30 Jan 2020 08:32

A fan render of what a Mi 10 Explorer Edition could look like. (Image source: Weibo via @xiaomishka)

Rumour | Evidence of Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro specifications appear online with a Snapdragon 865, 16 GB of RAM and a 5,250 mAh battery

News about new Xiaomi smartphones has been a bit quiet recently, what with the arrival of the POCO X2 and all. The Mi 10 series may arrive as early as February 14, though. Ahead of that rumoured release date, several leakers have ...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jan 2020 20:43

The Realme C2 may be getting a successor soon. (Source: Realme)

New leaks may have partially spoiled Realme's 2020 smartphone portfolio

A collection of new phone certifications allegedly found on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or Eurasian Communications Commission (EEC) websites may have leaked some of the specs of upcoming Realme devices. One is thou...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Jan 2020 20:22

Smart speakers will continue to be big business in the near future. (Source: Google)

The smart speaker market may be worth nearly US$20 billion by 2024

Smart speakers are increasingly popular household items. Their market is now thought to be capable of growing until it is worth US$19.91 billion in 4 years. This success may be driven by the rise of 5G, urbanization, consumer inte...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Jan 2020 19:41

Realme X2 Pro gets VoWiFi via its latest software update

Realme X2 Pro gets VoWiFi functionality, January security patch, and more via latest update

Indian Realme X2 Pro users will soon be able to use VoWiFi on Reliance Jio and Airtel. The functionality comes via its latest software update which also brings the January security patch. It is rolling out now and will be availabl...

Anil Satyanarayana, 29 Jan 2020 17:28

The Reno family may be getting a new 5G member. (Source: MediaTek)

OPPO may have a new Snapdragon 765-powered phone in the works

A phone calling itself the OPPO PCLM50 has surfaced on Geekbench 5 recently. This putative new phone has an unnamed chipset, but one that may very well be Qualcomm's new mid-tier flagship, the Snapdragon 765G - or its nearest vari...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Jan 2020 16:31

There is a good chance that the Mi A3 has not received Android 10, despite Xiaomi's assurances otherwise. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confounds fans with latest news about the Mi A3

The Mi A3 is not due to receive Android 10 until next month, right? Not so, according to Xiaomi. The company has informed fans that the OS upgrade is live and rolling out to handsets now. There appears to be no evidence of this be...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jan 2020 13:48

Indian users of the Huawei Y9 (2019) have to make do with EMUI 9. (Image Source: MySmartPrice)

Huawei Y9 (2019) Indian variant and Nova 3/Nova 3i will not be receiving the EMUI 10 update

Huawei has given users of the Huawei Y9 (2019) Indian variant and the Nova 3/Nova 3i a cold shoulder as the company has confirmed the said devices will not be updated to EMUI 10. This is surprising considering that global variants...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Jan 2020 12:22

The P40 Pro Premium is expected to start at €1,000. (Source: WaqarKhanHD)

New leak brings some good news for expectant Huawei P40 fans

A new leak on the Huawei P40 series' pricing will likely excite fans of the series. The P40 is expected to be launched sometime in March, and will build on the groundbreaking camera performance that its predecessors offered.

Ricci Rox, 29 Jan 2020 10:35

Chinese Tech

Here's why the Redmi K30 Pro will be a roaring success in the Indian market

Rumour | Xiaomi to launch the Redmi 9a next week featuring a 5,000 mAh battery and dual cameras

Realme C3 launches: new MediaTek silicon and a 5000mAh battery for US$98

OPPO announces a launch date for the Find X2

A possible budget Huawei P40 variant appears in an official certification

Bigger battery, faster charging, better performance for the Redmi K30 Pro

Rumour | Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro impresses with 108 MP, 10x zoom and video camera samples

The Doogee S68 Pro is a rugged smartphone with reverse wireless charging

Huawei touted to debut 65 W fast-charging technology on the Mate Xs

Thousands sign petition in response to news that the Huawei Nova 3i will not receive EMUI 10

OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro appear on Amazon

Rumour | Huawei gives fans hope that the Mate 9 and Mate 9 Pro will receive EMUI 10 and Android 10

Skip the Mi Note 10 Pro if you need great audio from your phone

MWC 2020 | LG, ZTE withdraw from MWC 2020 due to coronavirus concerns

EMUI 10 global rollout continues with updates to the Nova 5T, P30 Pro, and Mate 20 Pro

The Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 is now the Mix 2020, has 100W charging and a 120Hz display: new leak

Pocophone F1 users report a Pixel-esque security patch update

No Android 10 update for your Redmi Note 8 Pro? You're not alone

Huawei P40 Pro: a new leak hints at a dual punch-hole and waterfall display

Poco makes a lukewarm return with the Poco X2, a rebranded Redmi K30 4G

The Xiaomi Mi 10 launch may be an online-only event

New report delivers some good and bad news on the Redmi K30 Pro

Realme will unveil its first TV at MWC 2020

The latest Red Magic 5G leak proves a downgrade for its rumored charging specs

The Moto G8 Power may have joined its Plus and Stylus siblings on Geekbench

Rumour | Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite appears on Geekbench running Android 10

This may be the most un-Meizu Meizu flagship leak ever

Deal | Get US$100 off a Moto G7 - or a free Moto G6 - in this sales event

The Realme C3 is to be the first phone to rock the new Helio G70 gaming SoC

The Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 receives its first taste of Android 10, its second major OS upgrade

The Moto G Stylus will have the One Action's signature camera: new specs leak

Pocophone F1 owners check your phone, Android 10 might be waiting for you

The tech market is found to have some of the most valuable brands on Earth in 2020

Honor MagicWatch 2: Amazon starts selling Honor's new smartwatch for ~US$210

Nubia Red Magic 5G gaming smartphone expected to feature 80 W ultrafast charging

Cybersecurity experts: Android phones may now be more secure than iPhones

It's over(?): Huawei phones may never use the Google mobile ecosystem again

Chinese CPUs on the rise: Zhaoxin’s KaiXian KX-6780A octa-core to soon launch with dedicated mini-ITX motherboard

Android 10 goes global for the Mate 20 Lite as Huawei releases EMUI 10 worldwide

Xiaomi confirms that the Mi A2 Lite will receive Android 10 after all

Poco X2 price in India and renders leaked

OnePlus is bringing major camera improvements to its current and upcoming phones

Rumour | Evidence of Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro specifications appear online with a Snapdragon 865, 16 GB of RAM and a 5,250 mAh battery

New leaks may have partially spoiled Realme's 2020 smartphone portfolio

The smart speaker market may be worth nearly US$20 billion by 2024

Realme X2 Pro gets VoWiFi functionality, January security patch, and more via latest update

OPPO may have a new Snapdragon 765-powered phone in the works

Xiaomi confounds fans with latest news about the Mi A3

Huawei Y9 (2019) Indian variant and Nova 3/Nova 3i will not be receiving the EMUI 10 update

New leak brings some good news for expectant Huawei P40 fans

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