The $699 Moto Edge is poised to compete with the iPhone 11
The Moto Edge is finally heading to the US with a $699 pricetag that could give the iPhone 11 a run for its money.
OnePlus Nord confirmed as name for OnePlus’ affordable smartphone
OnePlus has confirmed the name for its affordable smartphone will be OnePlus Nord, not OnePlus Z or OnePlus 8 Lite.
VIZIO announces a slew of LCD and OLED TVs alongside sound bars
VIZIO has announced the launch of more than a dozen TVs, which include both LCD and OLED TVs. The LCD TVs come with IQ Ultra and IQ Active processors, alongside new gaming engines. The include 64-bit image processing. “The VIZIO OLED 4K HDR Smart TV offers previously impossible contrast with perfectly black pixels,” says the company.
For high-end gamers, VIZIO’s ProGaming Engine offers a level of graphics support rarely
found in consumer televisions. Variable Refresh Rate (40Hz- 120Hz) syncs a game’s changing framerate and the TV’s refresh rate to reduce stuttering and tearing.
Here’s everything that the company announced today.
LCD TVs – M-Series Quantum, P-Series Quantum, and P-Series Quantum X
| Model | Price | Size | Local Dimming Zones | UltraBright | Color | Color Volume2 | Processor | VRR |
| P85QX-H1 | $2,999.99 | 85″ | 792 | 3000 | Quantum Color | 180% | IQ Ultra | 48-120Hz |
| P75QX-H1 | $1,999.99 | 75″ | 480 | 2800 | Quantum Color | 180% | IQ Ultra | 48-120Hz |
| P65QX-H1 | $1,499.99 | 65″ | 384 | 3000 | Quantum Color | 180% | IQ Ultra | 48-120Hz |
| P75Q9-H1 | $1,699.99 | 75″ | 240 | 1200 | Quantum Color | 120% | IQ Ultra | 48-120Hz |
| P65Q9-H1 | $1,199.99 | 65″ | 200 | 1200 | Quantum Color | 120% | IQ Ultra | 48-120Hz |
| M65Q8-H1 | $749.99 | 65″ | 90 | 800 | Quantum Color | 85% | IQ Active | 48-60Hz |
| M55Q8-H1 | $549.99 | 55″ | 90 | 800 | Quantum Color | 85% | IQ Active | 48-60Hz |
| M65Q7-H1 | $699.99 | 65″ | 30 | 600 | Quantum Color | 75% | IQ Active | 48-60Hz |
| M55Q7-H1 | $499.99 | 55″ | 30 | 600 | Quantum Color | 75% | IQ Active | 48-60Hz |
| M50Q7-H1 | $399.99 | 50″ | 16 | 400 | Quantum Color | 75% | IQ Active | 48-60Hz |
LCD TVs – V-Series
| Model | Price | Size | Picture Performance | Processor | Gaming Engine | Dynamic Motion Rate | HDMI | HDR Support |
| V755-H4 | $799.99 | 75″ | Full Array | IQ Active | V Gaming Engine | 120 | 2.1 | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| V705-H3 | $659.99 | 70″ | Full Array | IQ Active | V Gaming Engine | 120 | 2.1 | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| V655-H9 | $469.99 | 65″ | Full Array | IQ Active | V Gaming Engine | 120 | 2.1 | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| V605 | $399.99 | 60″ | Full Array | IQ Active | V Gaming Engine | 120 | 2.1 | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| V585 | $349.99 | 58″ | Full Array | IQ Active | V Gaming Engine | 120 | 2.1 |
OLED TVs
| Model | Price | Size | Local Dimming | UltraBright | Color | Color Gamut | Processor | VRR |
| OLED65-H1 | $1,999.99 | 65″ | Pixel Level Dimming (8.29m) | 800 | Ultra Color Spectrum | 98% DCI-P3 | IQ Ultra | 40-120Hz |
| OLED55-H1 | $1,299.99 | 55″ | Pixel Level Dimming (8.29m) | 800 | Ultra Color Spectrum | 98% DCI-P3 | IQ Ultra | 40-120Hz |
Sound Bars
| Model | Price | Speakers | Wireless Sub | Output (SPL) | HDMI | Remote | ||
| V21-H8 | $179.99 | 3/3 | 5″ | 96dB | YES / ARC | New Design | ||
| V51-H6 | $249.99 | 6/6 | 96dB | YES / ARC | Backlit Design | |||
| M21d-H8 | $149.99 | 3/6 | No; 2x 3″ Built-in | 98dB | YES / ARC | New Design | ||
| P514a-H6 | $999.99 | 10/18 | 8″ | 107dB | YES/ 2 In/1 (eARC) | Backlit Design |
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Vivo X50 series reported to launch in India in mid-July
The Vivo X50 series is once again confirmed to launch in India in July, marking its return to the premium segment.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 could be launched before the Galaxy Note 20 series
Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 has been buzzing the rumor mill lately. The renders are coming in every other day showcasing its round dial and two physical buttons on the side. The latest leak claims that the device could be launched within the next four weeks.
Recently, tipster Evan Blass shared renders of the Galaxy Watch 3. Notably, one of the leaked render showcases “Wed 22” day and date on the watch face. The latest rumor is based on this. If it is to be believed then the Galaxy Watch 3 will be launched on July 22. Previously, it was tipped to be announced alongside the Galaxy Note 20 series in early August.
It could come equipped with stainless steel or titanium chassis. The device is rumored to feature a 1.4-inch Super AMOLED display and run Tizen OS 5.5 software. It could come with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage. Further, it is likely to pack an electrocardiogram sensor and sleep tracking sensors.
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Apple just unveiled its picks of the best iPad and iPhone apps of the year – here they are
As part of WWDC 2020 Apple hosted its app Design Awards, and these are the eight best apps it selected.
MTN launches 5G network in South Africa
MTN is offering deals on data plans for its 5G network
Galaxy A42 5G tipped to be Samsung’s cheapest 5G phone
Samsung introduced 5G in its Galaxy A-series with the launch of Galaxy A51 5G and Galaxy A71 5G. The former is its cheapest 5G phone available in the market right now. However, that could change soon. The latest rumor suggests that Samsung is prepping to launch a new 5G device, Galaxy A42 that could be its cheapest 5G phone to date.
The latest development comes from Sammobile which claims that the Galaxy A42 5G arriving in 2021 could be the cheapest 5G phone from Samsung. It is said to have an SM-A426B model number. It is likely to come in a 4G variant as well. Further, it could feature 128GB of internal storage.
The Galaxy A42 5G could be made available in gray, black and white color options. Other specifications of the device remain unknown for now. However, as we head toward the launch, we expect more information to emerge soon.
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Huawei Petal Search offers one more way of getting apps on new Huawei phones
Besides App Gallery and Phone Clone, Huawei is adding a new way to let users download their favorite apps.
Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C with new MediaTek SoC go official
Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C entry-level phones in Malaysia with an attractive starting price of RM 359 (~$83)
HONOR X10 Max 5G price leaked ahead of launch
HONOR will be launching the X10 Max 5G, the handset with a massive 7.09-inch display on July 2. However, ahead of the launch, its variants and pricing have appeared online. The device will be launching in three options: 6GB RAM + 64GB storage, 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 128GB storage. These variants could cost 2,299 Yuan (~$325), 2,599 Yuan (~$368), and 2,799 Yuan (~$396) respectively.
The HONOR X10 Max 5G is said to be made available in Speed Black, Light Silver, and Racing Blue color variants. However, we suggest you take the pricing info with a grain of salt. The device was recently spotted on Geekbench as well. The listing revealed that it will be powered by a MediaTek octa-core processor that has a base frequency of 2.00GHz. It could be the Dimensity 800 5G chipset.
The phone is tipped to come with 8GB of RAM. As per previous reports, he HONOR X10 Max 5G will feature a 7.09-inch (2280 × 1080 pixels) Full HD+ LCD 2.5D curved glass display. It is rumored to come with 64GB / 128GB storage. The device will run Android 10 with Magic UI 3.1.1. It could sport a 48MP main camera, secondary ultra-wide camera, third depth / macro camera, and an 8MP selfie shooter.
Via: Gizmochina
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Huawei’s 2021 flagships might not be powered by Kirin chipsets
Huawei might be forced to look at alternatives for its Kirin chipsets as it is no longer allowed to work with TSMC.
MediaTek announces Helio G35 and Helio G25 entry-level SoCs with HyperEngine game technology
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MediaTek has announced two new budget SoCs in the gaming-focused G series. The MediaTek Helio G25 and Helio G35 feature MediaTek HyperEngine game technology for faster, smoother performance, and enhanced power efficiency. These feature Arm Cortex-A53 CPUs, operating up to 2GHz & 2.3GHz and feature IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPUs, with speeds of up to 650MHz and up to 680 MHz, respectively.
The SoCs use the 12nm FinFET production process. As for the MediaTek HyperEngine, it offers intelligent resource management that ensures sustained and smooth performance, even in demanding action. When the Wi-Fi signal is weak, the technology intelligently triggers Wi-Fi & LTE concurrency within milliseconds, to ensure a lag-free connection.
In a nutshell,
| Helio G25 | Helio G35 | |
| Process | TSMC 12nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CPU | 8x Cortex-A53 @ 2GHz | 8x Cortex-A53 @ 2.3GHz |
| Memory | LPDDR4x Up to 1600MHz up to 6GB, eMMC 5.1 | LPDDR4x Up to 1600MHz up to 6GB, eMMC 5.1 |
| Camera | 13+8MP, 21MP / Dual camera, AI Beautification, AI Smart Photo Album, Single-Cam/Dual-Cam Bokeh; Hardware Warping Engine (EIS); Rolling Shutter Compensation (RSC) engine; MEMA 3DNR; Multi-Frame Noise reduction |
13MP+13MP, 25MP / Dual camera, AI Beautification, AI Smart Photo Album, Single-Cam/Dual-Cam Bokeh; Hardware Warping Engine (EIS); Rolling Shutter Compensation (RSC) engine; MEMA 3DNR; Multi-Frame Noise reduction |
| Display | 1600 x 720 (HD+) at 20:9 60Hz | 2400 x 1080 (Full HD+) at 20:9 60Hz |
| Video Decode / Video Encode |
1080P @ 30 fps, H.264, H.265 / HEVC | 1080P @ 30 fps, H.264, H.265 / HEVC |
| Graphics | IMG PowerVR GE8320 @ 650MHz | IMG PowerVR GE8320 @ 680MHz |
| Modem | Cat-4, Cat-7 DL / Cat-13 UL, 4G Carrier Aggregation (CA), CDMA2000 1x/EVDO Rev. A (SRLTE), 4G FDD / TDD, HSPA +, TAS 2.0, HUPE, IMS (VoLTEViLTEWoWi-Fi), eMBMS, Dual 4G VoLTE (DSDS), Band 71 |
Cat-4, Cat-7 DL / Cat-13 UL, 4G Carrier Aggregation (CA), CDMA2000 1x/EVDO Rev. A (SRLTE), 4G FDD / TDD, HSPA +, TAS 2.0, HUPE, IMS (VoLTEViLTEWoWi-Fi), eMBMS, Dual 4G VoLTE (DSDS), Band 71 |
| Connectivity | Integrated Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 (a/b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS + Glonass + Beidou + Galileo, FM radio |
Integrated Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 (a/b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS + Glonass + Beidou + Galileo, FM radio |
Redmi and Realme have already announced their offerings powered by the two new chipsets. The Redmi 9A packs the Helio G25 SoC, while the Redmi 9C and Realme C11 are powered by the Helio G35 chipset.
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Samsung Galaxy A42 could be its most affordable 5G phone
Samsung already started offering 5G with its A-series this year, but lower-end models will get it next year.
Realme C11 with MediaTek Helio G35 announced
Realme C11 has been announced in Malaysia with MediTek Helio G35 chipset. It comes with a new design language.