iPhone XR, Microsoft’s Surface Headphones and more are on sale today

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We start today’s deals with the iPhone XR selling for just $330. This device is currently available at Woot, in certified refurbished condition, that also features a 90-day warranty, just in case something goes sideways. This iPhone model now sells for $499 over at the Apple Store, if you decide to go for the 64GB unlocked version, or $549 if you want twice as much storage space in a new device. This deal will get you an unlocked iPhone XR with 64GB storage space, and you will also get to choose between its black or red color options.

And since we’re already talking about deals on smartphones, you may also want to consider getting a new Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G for just $600 after a $100 discount. This deal is available over at Amazon, and you have six color options to choose from. This unlocked device comes with 128GB storage space, 6GB RAM, and more.

We also found an awesome deal on the Microsoft Surface Headphones. The first-gem headphones are usually found at $159, but you can grab yours for $111 if you act fast. This deal will only be available today or until they’re sold out, so you may want to hurry. Still, if you’d rather go for the latest model, it’s selling for $231 with a $19 discount over at Amazon in Matte Black. These headphones feature adjustable Active Noise Cancellation technology means you choose how much you tune out. You also get up to 18-hours of non-stop playback, and they can be fully charged in less than two hours. If you go for the latest model, you will get up to 20 hours of battery life.

Now, if we’re talking about wireless headphones that are between the $100 and the $250 price range, we could also mention the Jabra Elite 85h that usually sell for $250, but you can get a pair right now for just $196, or the Sennheiser PXC 550-II Wireless with NoiseGrad Adaptive Noise Canceling that are now available for $191, after a massive $158.95 discount. These headphones will give you amazing battery life, with 36 and 30 hours, respectively.

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Get iPhone 12 BOGO deals, and other iPhone models for free at Verizon

Yes, we are starting today with an awesome buy one get one free deal for the iPhone 12 over at Verizon. First of all, you have to know that this deal isn’t as straightforward since certain conditions have to be met for you to get the second device for free. First, you have to get yourself a new line and buy your new iPhone 12 with Verizon’s monthly payment plans, and finally, you also have to get an eligible plan for your new device. This will have you paying $33.33 a month for 24 months for your new iPhone 12 with 64GB storage if you qualify to pay $0 down.

However, you can also get your new iPhone 12 with 64GB storage with a $750 discount with an eligible trade-in and a new line. If you want more storage space, you would have to pay $35.41 for the 128GB version or $39.58 for the 256GB option. You would also receive $50 Verizon Dollars and up to $100 in credit that will be reflected in your balance over the 24 months of your service. The iPhone 12 comes with 5G support, a dual-12MP camera system with an Ultra-Wide and a Wide camera, a battery that will keep you through the day without issues, and Apple’s A14 Bionic processor powering the show.

If you’d rather go for an iPhone 11 Pro, you can also get one with $640 savings. You would first have to purchase your new device with Verizon’s payment plans, add a new line with an Unlimited plan. Savings will be applied as promo credit over the next 24 or 30 months, depending on the payment plan you choose. Now, you can also get a new iPhone XR for free if you switch to Verizon, which would also imply you get a new line, and you would also see the $500 promo credit applied over the following 24 months after you’re purchased the device.

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iPhones dominate US smartphone activations on Christmas Day 2020

It’s always interesting to see consumer data reports The latest one from Flurry Analytics focuses on the top ten smartphone models activated on Christmas Day 2020 in the United States, where iPhones were far superior to Android devices. 

Christmas is a special celebration for many, and it’s also a great day for new smartphone activations. The latest report analyzed new activations during this event, and it shows that the iPhone 11 is the most popular device among consumers. Last year’s entry-level iPhone received five percent more love than its closest competitor.

This report measured device activations during the time period between December 18 and December 24, and it leaves the iPhone XR in second place, with the iPhone 12 Pro Max in the third spot. What’s more impressive is that nine of the ten devices featured in this report are iPhone models, leaving the tenth spot for the only Android device, which turned out to be the LG K30.

The latest iPhone 12 lineup took three spots, with the vanilla iPhone 12 following the 12 Pro Max and the iPhone 12 Pro taking the sixth spot, which leaves the 12 mini out of the top ten. Still, we see the iPhone 8 and the 8 Plus taking the ninth and eighth spot, respectively. Flurry believes that the success of older models is because American consumers were more price-sensitive this holiday season.

However, Flurry Analytics also notes a 23 percent year-on-year smartphone activation drop, which is mainly because of the hardships and limitations 2020, and the ongoing pandemic has brought upon us.

“As you can see, activations this year are down 23% year-over-year, likely due to the financial hardships caused by COVID-19. Another possibility is that because Americans were encouraged to stay home and limit family gatherings, smartphone gift giving could be more spread out across the days before and after Christmas.”

Source Flurry

Via MacRumors

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Apple cuts iPhone 11, iPhone SE, iPhone XR price in India; drops in-box accessories

After launching the iPhone 12 series last night, Apple has now announced price cuts on three of its iPhones. The iPhone XR, iPhone 11 as well as the recently launched iPhone SE are getting new maximum retail prices (MRP) in India. To recall, Apple is selling iPhone 12 series without charging adapter and EarPods. Now, it has also removed these accessories from its current offerings. It could be to make a unified experience across all the available iPhone models.

The Apple iPhone XR 64GB has come down to INR 47,900 from INR 52,500. Similarly, iPhone 11 has received a price cut of INR 14500. The 64GB variant is now selling for INR 54,900 instead of INR 68,300. For reference, Apple will be running a Diwali offer bundling AirPods (2nd Gen) with the iPhone 11. The sale starts on October 17. As for the iPhone SE, its starting price has dipped to INR 39,900 from INR 42,500 for the 64GB model. The 128GB variant now sells for 44,900 while the 256GB version is being made available of 54,900 down from INR 47,800 and INR 58,300, respectively.

ModelOld priceNew price
iPhone XR 64GBRs. 52,500Rs. 47,900
iPhone SE (2020) 64GBRs. 42,500Rs. 39,900
iPhone SE (2020) 128GBRs. 47,800Rs. 44,900
iPhone SE (2020) 256GBRs. 58,300Rs. 54,900
iPhone 11 64GBRs. 68,300Rs. 54,900

The new price is reflecting on Apple India website. However, these are yet to be made official on e-commerce sites like Amazon and Flipkart.

Moreover, the company has removed in-box accessories from its current offerings. “As part of our efforts to reach our environmental goals, iPhone 11 no longer includes a power adapter or EarPods. Please use your existing Apple power adapter and headphones or buy these accessories separately,” reads a note on the Apple India online store listing of the iPhone 11. You will no longer be getting the charging adapter and EarPods with the iPhone XR, iPhone SE and the iPhone 11. The box will now include the phone and a USB-C to Lightning cable.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 20, Apple’s iPhone XR and more devices on sale today

We start today’s deals with the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G. This unlocked version with 128GB is currently selling for $800 after a $200 discount, and it is available in three color options, including Mystic Gray, Mystic Bronze, and Mystic Green. The Samsung Galaxy S20 5G is still on sale, and it comes with the same 128GB storage space. However, you can get a new Samsung Galaxy device for less, as the Galaxy S10 is available for $700 after a $50 discount.

You can also get a new iPhone XR with 64GB in storage for $399, but there is a catch. You would get this price if you activate the device on a select Cricket Wireless pre-paid plan at $55, and the device will also be locked to the aforementioned carrier. Now, there are other Apple products that are also worth mentioning, as the Apple Watch Series 3 is currently available for $169 after a $30 discount. You can also get a new pair of AirPods for $129 or $155 after a $30 and $44 discount, respectively. You would only have to decide whether or not wireless charging is important for you or not.

If you’re looking for a new laptop, the Samsung Galaxy Book S with a 13.3-inch display, an Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD is available for $800after a $150 discount. You could also take a look at Apple’s MacBook Air, as it’s still selling for $900 and $1,200 depending on whether you want the 256GB of the 512GB version.

Other deals include the Fujifilm X-T200 mirrorless digital camera, which is now available for $500, $300 less than its regular $800 price tag. Sabrent’s Thunderbolt 3 docking station with power delivery with up to 60W for Windows and MacOS devices is selling for $170, down from $240. Finally, the iHome ISP6X WiFi Smart Plug is available for $21.47, down from $30.

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Apple iPhone 11 was the world’s most-shipped smartphone in H1 2020: Omdia

According to Omdia’s smartphone model market tracker – Q2’20 report, Apple’s iPhone 11 was the most-shipped smartphone globally in the first half of 2020. It beat the second phone on the list by about 26 million units. “Apple shipped 37.7 million units of iPhone 11 in the first half of this year – by far the single most popular smartphone model,” says the report.

To recall, in the first half of 2019, Apple‘s iPhone XR was the most-shipped smartphone. Despite the movement restrictions due to the Covid-19, iPhone 11 shipped 10.8 million more units than last year’s No. 1, iPhone XR. For reference, the iPhone 11 was launched $50 cheaper than its predecessor while adding significant hardware improvements, like a dual-lens camera. These could be the key factors in its sale.

Moreover, Apple owns half of the list as five smartphones out of 10 are Apple iPhones. You can check the full list below

1st half of 2020
RankModelOEMUnit
1iPhone 11Apple37.7 
2Galaxy A51Samsung11.4 
3Redmi Note 8Xiaomi11.0 
4Redmi Note 8 Pro Xiaomi 10.2    
5iPhone SE (2020)Apple8.7 
6iPhone XRApple8.0 
7iPhone 11 Pro MaxApple7.7 
8Redmi 8AXiaomi7.3  
9Redmi 8Xiaomi6.8 
10iPhone 11 ProApple6.7 

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You can now get refurbished iPhone XR models at Apple’s website

It’s been a bit over a month since Apple launched the latest version of the iPhone SE. This new budget-friendly device arrived with an aggressive price tag, and it would definitely be one of the best options for anyone looking for a new iPhone. However, you could also go for the iPhone XR, since Apple has begun selling certified refurbished devices for a great price.

You can now get a refurbished iPhone XR on Apple’s website for the first time in the United States. Prices will vary depending on the amount of storage you choose. The 64GB option will cost you $499, the 128GB version is $539, and the version with 256GB storage can be yours for $629. The base model lets you save $100 from its regular price, while the 128GB and 256GB versions are $110 and $120 down, respectively. Keep in mind that this device is still more expensive and less powerful than the iPhone SE, but at least you get Face ID.

Source MacRumors

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Pocketnow Daily: iPhone 12 Date: Better Late than NEVER? (video)

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Today’s deals include powerful gaming computers, the 12.9-inch iPad Pro and more

Deals. The Razer Blade 15 is currently $470 off, meaning you can get the 8th gen Intel Core i7, 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage variant for $2130. B&H also has the 12.9in 2018 iPad Pro for $250 off, leaving the Wi-Fi only, 256GB of storage variant for $899. The Sony Xperia 1 is also $152 off, leaving that at $798 for the 128GB of storage configuration. We also have more deals on Acer Predator PCs, Samsung QLED TVs, Soundbars and more in the links in the description.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Samsung Money by Sofi will come to the US later this summer

Samsung just launched a new mobile money management system which pretty much competes with the Apple Card. It’s called Samsung Money by SoFi but unlike the Apple Card, it isn’t really a credit card. It’s actually more of a bank account or credit union where you get a MasterCard debit card that doesn’t show any of your information and it works with the Samsung Pay app. Your Samsung Money account will be FDIC insured for $1.5M and users benefit from Samsung’s “defense-grade” security from Samsung Knox. It’ll be available later this summer exclusively for US customers who own a Galaxy smartphone, Samsung promises a secure experience with no account fees.

The iPhone 11 is now the most popular smartphone in the world

We got some quarter results from Omdia and it just confirms that Apple made a big dent on the market with the iPhone 11. Last year the iPhone XR was the number 1 smartphone for Q1 with 13.6M units shipped, but this year the iPhone 11 surpassed it with 19.5M units, despite the pandemic. The phone that follows is the Samsung Galaxy A51 which sold 6.8M units and the iPhone XR is still in the top 5 with 4.7M units. Omdia still anticipates however, that smartphone sales will be down for the rest of the year due to the pandemic so numbers might change for Q2.

Google reveals Android 11 Beta Launch Show schedule on June 3. Here’s how to watch

Google is finally releasing the first Public Beta of Android 11 on June 3rd during their Beta Launch Show. If you want, you’ll be able to attend via YouTube through the Android Developers channel. The event will focus on the different announcements related to all the new features coming with Android 11, as well as Q&As with Google experts and more. We were also expecting to hear something about the Pixel 4a but with the recent delays that apparently won’t be the case. You can check for the events details in the links in our description. It’s not clear which devices will support the public beta on day one, but if you’re not using a Pixel, yeah that’s gonna be a tough one.

Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 could be launched in August, as it reportedly enters mass production

There’s been several rumors that we’ll finally be getting the Galaxy Fold’s successor with the Note 20 this year. Now we got a new report from a South Korean publication that claims that the Fold 2 has just entered mass production. This means we could start getting some official details as early as June. According to the Insiders, the Fold 2 will bring Samsung’s Ultra Thin Glass and it will cost less, despite upgrading to a 120Hz display. Recently we got some patents from Samsung which described how Samsung plans to make Foldables water resistant but it’s not clear if the Fold 2 will bring this feature. The company is expecting to sell 2.5-3M units this year, surpassing the original Fold.

Story of the day:

We may have to wait until November for the iPhone 12 series

It looks like we will have to wait for the iPhone 12 line-up after all this year. According to a new report, this year’s iPhones might be launched until November due to the pandemic. The report also predicts that Apple has 35M units in production for Q2 of 2020 which is 13% lower than what they had last year, but giving the time, we’re not sure if they’re talking about iPhone 12 production, which would be kind of early, or iPhone 11 production which is likely to take a dip. Regardless, we’re expecting 4 different iPhones, all 4 with OLED displays, 5G connectivity, a smaller notch and a boxier design which is reminiscent of the iPhone 4. We’re also hearing of different spec bumps like up to 6GB of RAM in the Pro models and the base storage at 128GB.

 

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The iPhone 11 is now the most popular smartphone in the world

According to a recent study, the iPhone 11 has become the most popular smartphone in the world, a title that was taken away from the iPhone XR.

Omdia has recently posted the results of a study conducted during the first quarter of 2020. Results show that the iPhone 11 has been the most popular device, despite the coronavirus pandemic. It seems that Apple has managed to sell 19.5 million units around the globe.

“For more than five years— even amid shifting conditions in the wireless market and the global economy— one thing has remained consistent in the smartphone business: Apple has taken either the first or second rank in Omdia’s global model shipment ranking. Apple’s success is the result of its strategy to offer relatively few models. This has allowed the company to focus its efforts on a small number of products that appeal to a broad selection of consumers and sell in extremely high volumes.”
Jusy Hong, director of smartphone research at Omdia

The device that follows the iPhone 11 is Samsung’s A51, which sold 6.8 million units globally, while the previous champ dropped to the 5th spot.

Source Apple Insider

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Pocketnow Daily: Samsung Galaxy Note 20+ Leaks: Now We’re Talking! (video)

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We have a massive selection of Memorial Day deals for you

Deals. We have some memorial day deals for you guys and we’ll have some more on our website over the weekend if you want to check them out. Let’s start out with Amazon which has the Google Pixel 3a for $120 off. This leaves the 64GB variant for $279 and it gets better, the 3a XL is $160 off, leaving the 64GB variant for $319 shipped. The Marshall Kilburn 2 speaker is also $90 off, leaving it at $210 shipped. Finally, the second generation AirPods are $50 off, leaving those at $150 shipped with the wireless charging case. As always we have more deals in the description that you can check out.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Here’s your first official look at the VIVO X50 and X50 Pro

Oh so you thought the Galaxy S20 had a big camera hump? Well, vivo has been teasing their new X50 Pro which brings a gimbal like main camera. The company just released a new poster of the phone which shows the quad camera module with the huge main sensor. This main camera is a Samsung 50MP ISOCELL GN1 Sensor which comes with Dual Pixel PDAF tech for faster focusing, it basically rotates on it’s axis like a gimbal for better stabilization. The other cameras include a periscope, and most likely a wide angle and a macro camera. We’re expecting the vivo X50 lineup to launch on June 1.

ASUS ROG Phone III and ZenFone 7 to debut around July: Report

Back in February Qualcomm gave us a list of phones that would bring the Snapdragon 865 and, that list included two ASUS phones. It looks like both of those phones are ready to launch according to a new report from Taiwan which claims that the ROG Phone 3 and the ZenFone 7 will either in Q2 or early Q3 of 2020. Going by last year’s launch date, if they do launch in July or August they will be late by a couple of months when compared to their predecessors but, the market isn’t in the same state as it was last year. The company is currently targeting a 30-50% growth in sales for the ROG Phone 3. We’ll keep you posted in case we get more leaks.

Second-gen Moto Razr foldable phone could be launched in September

We all know how excited I was for the Moto RAZR last year, and we all know how that turned out. Well, according to Lenovo’s South African GM, the company is already working on a second generation device and it is supposed to come out in September. He actually mentioned the words “generation two” twice during a podcast while talking about the RAZR. Leaks will most likely start coming in soon and we hope it brings better specifications for the price tag, nostalgia can only go so far.

Apple may have started the production of the new AirPods Studio

A new DigiTimes report claims that we’ll be getting Apple’s AirPods Studio sooner rather than later. The report mentions the fact that Apple will be dropping the wired earphones from the iPhone 12’s box like we covered yesterday. It also mentions that Cupertino will resume regular shipments of the AirPods 2 in the second half of this year, which we wonder if it has anything to do with the move of production to Vietnam, but that does match the timing of the possible AirPods Studio. The company has apparently already started production for these and we could see an announcement at WWDC and they might cost $350.

Story of the day:

We may get a Periscope camera in the Samsung Galaxy Note 20+

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 could’ve appeared in some hot looking renders

We recently got some sketches for the Galaxy Note 20′s design from Ice Universe. Now we got the first renders which were made based on that leaked design. The phone looks pretty similar to the Note 10 from the front with the very boxy design but it does bring some changes. The camera on this one has a larger hump, like the one on the S20 Ultra, the buttons are also on the right side and the S Pen was moved to the left. Like seriously, common sense changes. Now, these aren’t the official renders just yet but, this gives us a pretty good idea of what it might look like according to the sketches. Galaxy Club just found some new information and they claim that the Note 20+ will most likely bring a periscope camera. It isn’t clear if it will be the same one on the S20 Ultra and some other rumors claim that it won’t bring 100X zoom, but it pretty much explains the large camera hump for this phone as well.

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We have a massive selection of Memorial Day deals for you

We will be posting Memorial Day deals through the weekend, so you may want to keep tuned to see if there’s any that may catch your fancy. We start today’s offers with the Google Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL for an all-time low from $279 for Memorial Day.

The regular Google Pixel 3a is available for $279 after a $120 discount. It comes with 64GB in storage, and this price is possible in its Just Black and Clearly White color variant. The Google Pixel 3a XL with the same 64GB in storage is getting a $160 discount, meaning you can get yours for $319. These are all factory unlocked devices so that you won’t have carrier restrictions.

Next up is the 35-inch ASUS ROG Strix curved gaming monitor with a $149 discount, which means you can get one for a little under $600. This monitor comes with a 100Hz refresh rate and Adaptive-Sync/free Sync for immersive, smooth gaming with DisplayPort, HDMI connectivity, and ASUS’ Aura Sync RGB lighting and LED lighting to make it stand out.

If you’re looking for a new Smart TV, the 55-inch Hisense 55H8G Quantum series Android 4K ULED Smart TV is available for $500 after a $100 discount. The 65-inch version is also $100 off, leaving it at $700, while the 75-inch model is $200 off, meaning you would have to pay $1,300 for yours.

The Marshall Kilburn II portable Bluetooth speaker is also on sale. You can find it for $210 after a 30 percent discount. This Bluetooth speaker usually goes for $300, but right now, you can get one and save $90.

Yes, we also find Apple deals today, as the latest AirPods with a wireless charging case are available for $150 after a $49 discount. If you still want to save more and you don’t really mind wireless charging, the latest AirPods with a regular charging case can be yours for $130 after a $29 discount.

If you want to track your workouts, the Fitbit Charge 3 is available for just $99. This translates to a $50 discount and its lowest price to date. However, you can only choose between the Rose Gold/Blue Grey and the Graphite/Black color variants.

iPhone XR

Finally, you can get a new iPhone XR and Free Unlimited Everything with the Memorial Day deals over at UNREAL Mobile.

The first deal gives you three months of service on any plan for the price of one, and these start at $5 a month. The second deal gets you a new iPhone XR for $549, and you also get three months free of 3GB Unlimited Everything, which has a $75 value. These plans renew at the regular 3-month bundle price listed in here.

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Pocketnow Daily: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip UI BETTER than the RAZR?!(video)

On today's Pocketnow Daily, we talk about the new features that will come with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, Huawei's P40 in the wild and more

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