Nokia completes Digital Health business sale

Nokia announced today that the deal for the Digital Health business was closed with Withings. The Finnish company sold the division back to its previous owners for an undisclosed sum. The licensing business of Nokia Technologies will not be affected, the current devices will keep selling, but new gadgets will sold under the Withings brand. Back in 2016 Nokia bought the French startup for €170/$192 million, but after the unimpressive performance and switching its internal focus, it decided to sell it. Instead of developing gadgets for the user market, Nokia will focus on medical...

Posters reveal design and price of Samsung Galaxy A9 Star and A9 Star Lite

Well, that clears it up - leaked posters clarify which phone is the Galaxy A9 Star and which is the A9 Star Lite. And the posters provide launch info, including date and price. The Samsung Galaxy A9 Star is the SM-G8850, the one with the dual camera in the corner. It will cost CNY 3,500 ($545/€465) and pre-orders will run from June 7 to 14, sales start on the 15th. And there's going to be a promo until July 10 (which seems to involve 10,000 limited edition JBL headphones and 15,000 Samsung microSD cards of 64 GB capacity). Samsung Galaxy A9 Star and A9 Star Lite posters offer...

Russian pre-orders for Nokia 3.1 are now live

Three new Nokia phone were unveiled in Moscow earlier this week - the Nokia 5.1, 3.1, and 2.1. While the first and the last will go on sale in July, the Nokia 3.1 will be released next month in June. And now, it's coming to light that pre-orders for the device are live in Russia. The phone costs RUB 11,990, which currently translates to $195. The model on offer comes with 2GB RAM and 16GB storage. Color options include black, white, and blue. Meanwhile the company has confirmed the addition of Nokia 5.1 and 3.1 to the Android Enterprise Recommended program. The newly announced...

Sony USB Type-C 2-in-1 cable now officially available from company's estore

Sony's 2-in-1 USB Type-C cable (EC270) is now available from the company's estore in Europe. For those who aren't aware, the accessory lets you charge your phone and listen to music at the same time. The dongle carries a price tag of £17.99 in the UK and €19.99 in other European countries. Keep in mind that the cable doesn't support quick charging. For additional information as well as to make a purchase, head to the Source link below. Source | Via

Samsung Gear S3 update lets you answer calls by rotating bezel

A new update has started rolling out to the Samsung Gear S3. Weighing in at around 13.6MB, the update arrives as version R770XXU2CRE3 and R760XXU2CRE3 for the frontier and classic variants, respectively. The main new feature is the option to answer calls by rotating the bezel. The feature is enabled by default, and you need to rotate (clockwise) the bezel twice in order to accept a call. Also, early adopters say it has been already available in some regions for a while now. Via

Samsung Galaxy S9 gets dual VoLTE support in India

Samsung Galaxy S9 arrived in India just a week after the official announcement at MWC. The flagship duo keeps receiving its monthly updates and the latest one brought dual VoLTE support. The software patch also brings some fixes and performance tweaks. According to the screenshot we got, the update for the Galaxy S9 is 426 MB in size and its version is G965FXXU1BRE5/G965FOXM1BRE3/G965FXXU1BRE3. It enables usage of VoLTE and VoWiFi over both SIM cards for the devices with dual SIM slots. If you haven't received a notification about the update of your dual-SIM Galaxy S9, head to...

Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017) may jump straight to Oreo 8.1

Up until now, Samsung has released Oreo for many of its smartphones. The updates bumped the Android version to 8.0. However, now it looks like there may be some devices that will directly jump to Android 8.1. Case in point: a GFXBench listing for the Galaxy J5 (2017) that shows Android 8.1 on board. Previously, the Galaxy J5 (2016) also jumped straight to Android 7.1.1 after being spotted running the OS in benchmarks. So, a precedent is clearly there. And it's likely that other J series devices in the series will also make the same jump. Sadly, there's currently no info on...

DxOMark: Xiaomi Mi 8 beats the Samsung Galaxy S9+ in still shots

DxOMark released its extensive camera review of the fresh Xiaomi Mi 8 flagship. The device has gone through the test gauntlet scoring an outstanding 105 points in photo category and a very good 88 points in video recording. The overall score is 99, meaning that the Mi 8 shares the 4th place with the Galaxy S9+, which did better in video recording but fell a point short in still photography compared to the Mi 8. The guys over at DxOMark had almost nothing bad to say about the camera. In fact, according to the score, the Mi 8 is probably one of the best value smartphones if you are...

Google launches Neighbourly app exclusively in Mumbai

Google has launched Neighbourly, a beta app being exclusively launched first in Mumbai, India. Neighbourly is meant for asking hyper local queries to people in your locality. You can ask about a certain type of doctor, or a place to get a haircut or a place to purchase a certain item. Once your query is posted, people around you will see it in their feed and can choose to reply. Apart from typing out the query, the app also supports transcribing, so you can use voice to speak your query and the app will automatically convert it into text in another supported language. The app...

Huawei Watch 2 (2018) unveiled: eSIM, nano-SIM and no SIM versions now available

The Huawei Watch 2 (2018) is official and not much has changed since the Watch 2 Pro. This model is available with nanoSIM or eSIM that connect the smart timepiece to 4G networks, plus a cheaper Bluetooth-only version. The screen is a 1.2" OLED with 390 x 390 px resolution, which is protected by Gorilla Glass. The watch weighs 57g and measures 45 x 48.9 x 12.6 mm, the wrist bands are not easily changed. The casing is IP58 waterproof. Huawei Watch 2 (2018) The Watch 2 (2018) is powered by a Snapdragon 2100 chipset, no surprises here. It has 768 MB of RAM and 4 GB of built-in...

MIUI 10 announced - focus on gestures, camera enhancements and AI

Xiaomi just announced the next version of its Android launcher - MIUI 10. It's a long-anticipated version of Xiaomi's user interface as it is promised to reach a broad range of Xiaomi smartphones - not necessarily limited to new devices only. The first thing Xiaomi's representative stressed is the new UI being optimized for devices with high screen to body ratio and minimal bezels. The interface transition started with MIUI 9.5, which introduced the navigation gestures replacing the software buttons. Small tweaks to the UI here and there help you make the most of the full-screen...

Google in discussion with iPhone manufacturer for its Pixel 3 series, says report

According to a new report from Bloomberg, Google is in talks with iPhone manufacturer Foxconn for its upcoming Pixel 3 series of smartphones. Hardware designing and software is being done in-house by the HTC team of engineers it acquired earlier this year. The report also offers some details on the Pixel 3 series, saying there'll be at least two models Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. The larger variant will feature edge-to-edge display, except for a chin at the bottom and a notch on the top. Talking about the notch, the report says it won't be as wide as it is on the iPhone X, but would be...

Xiaomi Mi 8 SE unveiled - the first Snapdragon 710-powered smartphone

As expected, Xiaomi unveiled more than one smartphone on its event today but no one saw three devices coming at once - after the Mi 8 and Mi 8 Explorer Edition the company introduced the Mi 8 SE (Special Edition). Despite the name, it's actually a toned-down Mi 8 with a mid-range price and slightly downgraded hardware. On the positive side, the chassis still features high-quality materials like an aluminum side frame and glass back, so it offers the best value of all three. The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE features a 5.88" Super AMOLED display with FHD+ (1080x2244) resolution. The aspect ratio is...

Xiaomi Mi Band 3 arrives for $26

After the massive success of the ultra-affordable Xiaomi Mi Band 2, today the company introduced its successor, predictably called Mi Band 3. It keeps all key features like counting steps and measuring heart rate, and will also offer the ability to answer calls. Xiaomi Mi Band 3 official slides The Mi Band 3 has a 0.78" OLED panel with 128 x 80 pixel resolution. It connects to devices through Bluetooth 4.2 and sports a 110 mAh battery, which is 50% increase over the Mi Band 2. The fitness tracker has a version with NFC chip, meaning you'll be able to pay...

Xiaomi Mi 8 is official with 3D Face Unlock, dual GPS

The Xiaomi Mi 8 is official, confirming most of the rumors. The phone, celebrating the 8th anniversary of the Chinese company, comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, dual cameras and dual GPS. It is also the first official Xiaomi phone with a notch on the display that can be hidden with a toggle. The cutout is used for an in-house infrared solution for 3D Face Unlock that works in a dark environment. There is also a more exclusive version of the Mi 8, called Explore Edition. It has an underscreen fingerprint scanner and a see-through back panel that gives a peek to the internals of...

T-Mobile offering $230 discount on Samsung Galaxy Note8

A nice Samsung Galaxy Note8 deal is currently available in the US. T-Mobile has the device listed for $720, down $230 from its usual asking price. You can pay in full, or choose the monthly payments route of $30/month for 24 months. A Available color options include black and gray. Storage capacity of the model on offer is 64GB. While T-Mobile's website doesn't say when the promo ends, Samsung's official website reveals it's a limited time deal. For more info, head to the Source link below. Source

Nintendo launches cubist Pokemon Quest

Today, Nintendo announced the new Pokemon Quest game. Initially launched for Switch and currently available at the eShop, it will have a mobile version for smartphones that will appear on the Google Play Store and the App Store next month. Screenshots of the Pokemon Quest gameplay The aesthetics of the game are very similar to Minecraft. It allows you to explore Tumblecube Island, battle and set up camps via touch control. The Pokemon available are mostly from Red and Blue franchise, meaning the action takes place in Kanto. Pikachu, is that you? Pokemon Quest...

OnePlus may bring back the always-on display feature in Android P

After the backlash OnePlus received due to the removal of the always-on display feature on its OnePlus 6, the company has said that it will be bringing it back with Android P beta, sort of. As you can see, the OnePlus employee didn't say that the feature will be included in the next major update for sure. Probably the company will be carrying out some tests in the Android P beta and then optimize it for less battery drain once the full release comes out. OnePlus 6 always-on display feature before removed In the meantime, the developers' team is working on another short-term OS...

Xiaomi Mi Band 3 supports raise to wake

The Xiaomi Mi Band 3 is the fourth Mi Band - there was the Mi Band 1, the Mi Band 1S that introduced a heart rate sensor, the Mi Band 2 that brought the display and now the Mi Band 3. And just like its predecessor, the Mi Band 3 will support raise to wake. It's a simple but powerful feature - raise your wrist towards your face and the screen will light up and show you the time and whatever else you'd like to see. Xiaomi will announce the Mi Band 3 tomorrow alongside the Mi 8, Mi 8 SE and it will probably cost CNY 149 (€23). Source | Via

Asus chooses OK Go's front man for its cool ZenFone 5 commercial

If you are not living in a rural area without an Internet connection, the chances are you've stumbled upon Youtube's sensation OK Go - a music formation with creative music videos that took over the video sharing platform by storm. Well, Asus has teamed up with the group's lead singer, Damian Kulash to deliver an awesome promo video called "1 Man, 1 Dance, and 89 ZenFone 5". The Asus ZenFone 5 and ZenFone 5Z are the obviously the highlight of the clip with a special focus on the AI and the impressive 90% screen-to-body ratio. For those who are tired of all the AI cameras and the...

OnePlus 6's face unlock gets fooled by a photo

Ever since Apple did it, everyone jumped on the "Face Unlock" bandwagon. Except, unlike Apple, most just rely on the selfie camera and no additional hardware for a proper biometric authentication. And that just doesn't offer the same level of security. @rik demonstrated that a OnePlus 6 will happily unlock with just a photograph of a face. Even a black & white photo worked! The phone was trained on Rik's face. I printed my face to unlock my OnePlus 6 for the lulz... it worked ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ pic.twitter.com/rAVMq8JKBr— rik (@rikvduijn) May 29, 2018 Well, there's a reason that...

LG V35 ThinQ quietly unveiled: a V30S with Snapdragon 845

The LG V35 ThinQ was just unveiled without much fanfare. It switches to the latest Snapdragon 845 chipset, but other than that it is largely identical to the LG V30S ThinQ, which itself was mostly identical to the original LG V30 save for the upgrade to 6 GB of RAM. The V35 keeps the 6" FullVision OLED display with HDR10 support. The camera department saw some improvements, mostly by borrowing the dual 16 MP camera from the LG G7 ThinQ (the V30 had a 16 MP + 13 MP setup). Same for the selfie camera, which moves up from 5 MP to 8 MP. The main camera also borrows the Super Bright Camera mode...

Xiaomi Mi 8 launch markets announced, as new teaser video appears

Xiaomi is launching its anniversary flagship Mi 8 tomorrow and teasers and leaks keep flooding the internet. Two short clips, merged in a single video about the precise location capabilities of the phone appeared on YouTube. The new device will probably have even better navigation thanks to the rumored dual GPS receiver, because the overall topic of the short adverts is one is getting lost in directions, while the other is getting lost in translation, explaining where to go exactly. A promo poster with a window in the shape of the number 8 also arrived. Out of it, you can see the...

Samsung Galaxy S10 might have a piezoelectric speaker, like the Mi Mix

Samsung is reportedly working on its own under the display speaker technology, called Sound on Display. This is the tech Xiaomi used in the original Mi Mix and it uses piezoelectric vibrations to emit sound through the screen to your ear. Maybe Samsung is working towards having an all-screen front on the Galaxy S10? However that speaker proved inferior to its conventional competition and Xiaomi dropped it for a regular speaker. Samsung is a huge company - it wouldn't be surprising if this is just another technology it's researching and later drops. We'll see. Source

Check out the official Nokia promo videos

HMD Global unveiled three new devices, upgrading its entry-level and mid-range portfolio. The Nokia 2.1 is the company's first phone with Android Oreo Go Edition, the Nokia 3.1 comes as a follow-up of the most successful HMD smartphone in 2017, while the Nokia 5.1 delivers some premium features on the cheap. The devices are priced between €99 and €189 and should be arriving in the following month or two. And now we have a few videos of the trio to kill some time while we wait. Nokia 2.1 is aimed at developing markets with its trimmed Go Android. Since the apps do not waste memory, the...

Samsung Galaxy A9 Star photographed by Taiwan's wireless authority

If the credibility of Samsung Galaxy A9 Star leaks was under question, here are some photos from the Taiwanese wireless authority NCC. Unlike its US counterpart, it publishes a lot of photos of the device. Unlike TENAA, it doesn't give away much in terms of specs. Samsung Galaxy A9 Star (photos by NCC) Still, a photo is worth a thousand words, right? We can see the Infinity Display on the front (6.28" Super AMOLED with 1080p+ resolution, according to rumors). And we can see the dual cameras on the back. Samsung Galaxy A9 Star (photos by NCC) Plus, there's a USB-C...

OnePlus makes own blind camera test, OP6 wins one of four categories

The beginning of this month, OnePlus organized a blind camera test on its own website to promote the OnePlus 6's improved camera capabilities. They've put the new OnePlus against the top flagships of 2018 - the iPhone X, Samsung Galaxy S9 (strangely not the S9+) and Google's Pixel 2/Pixel 2 XL. The blind test included a series of photos in various conditions. According to OnePlus, these scenes are the most common ones an average user would snap. We've got a low-light portrait, outdoor portrait, low-light scenery and daylight architecture. The OnePlus 6 comes out on top in only one of...

Motorola One Power pictured with slim bezels and a notch

Motorola might be about to add a new line to its portfolio as a photo of handset called One Power just leaked. It has no specs or any supporting info to go with it, but it does give a pretty good idea about the design. The One Power will be the first Motorola phone to feature a notch on its screen and it will have pretty skinny bezels. As the name suggests, the device will also be powered by the Android One platform, following in the footsteps of the Moto X4. Another thing the One Power will share with the X4 is a debut to the US, or at least that's what the source says. As far...

Qualcomm announced its first AR and VR-centric chip but not for smartphones

Even though Qualcomm chips have been widely used for VR and AR devices over the past couple of years, none of its hardware is exclusively designed for augmented and virtual reality headsets. With their latest XR1 chipset, the company is looking to diversify and explore an opportunity in the niche. But the XR1 chip itself isn't as impressive as it might sound. In fact, the company says that the XR1 chip aims to deliver good AR and VR experience to low-cost devices while the Snapdragon 845 is still the best possible choice for VR and AR. The XR1 is still capable of driving 4K displays...

Xiaomi Mi 8, Mi 8 SE and Mi Band 3 appear in the latest renders and photos

Xiaomi's latest devices just cannot keep still and keep leaking ahead of their official launch tomorrow. We just got a clearer view of the Mi 8, Mi 8 SE and the Mi Band 3 and we got to learn a few new specs. The render shows the Mi 8 and Mi 8 SE next to each other, confirming the existence of the latter and the front design of both phones. Remember, though, the notch of the Mi 8 SE won't be supporting the 3D face of the standard Mi 8. Still, we remain impressed by the screen-to-body ratio of the Mi 8 SE will offer - just as great as its bigger sibling's. Thanks to the leaked poster,...

Nokia 5.1, 3.1, and 2.1 get their Indian prices confirmed

A trio of new Nokia phones debuted last night - the Nokia 5.1, 3.1, and 2.1. The official pricing quoted at the event was €189/$219, €139/$159, and €99/$115, respectively, but these things tend to vary from market to market. What we have now is the India pricing info for the entry level and mid-range phones and it's even more appealing than those initial guidelines. The Nokia India website reveals INR 12,499 ($184) tag for the 5.1 and INR 6,999 ($103) tag for the 2.1. Pricing for the Nokia 3.1 isn't currently listed, but going by the rates of those other two and comparing them to...

Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) plagued by reboots and bootloops after Oreo update

If after installing the Oreo update, your Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) randomly reboots or is stuck in bootloop, you're not alone. A significant number of users are reporting these issues after the update. Last night my phone updated to Android 8 - Oreo. And today it is unusable. It keeps restarting again and again, and again. The battery drained in less than 4 hours. It constantly freezes. I did a factory reset to check if it was linked to any of my apps, but no, even after that the issues are still there. Oreo broke my phone. I bought it less than a year ago. Curiously, some reboots are...

All Nokia phones by HMD will get Android P, company confirms

HMD has confirmed that all its Nokia-branded smartphones - including the newly-unveiled Nokia 5.1, 3.1, and 2.1 - will get the Android P update. The confirmation came from the company's global marketing manager Neil Broadley during the Moscow event. It's worth mentioning that the company gave this commitment last year as well for its existing phones back then, but we've seen companies backtrack on such bold promises once their portfolios start to swell up, so it's good to have some extra assurance. Meanwhile, HMD CPO Juho Sarvikas confirmed during the event that the Nokia 8 will get...

Deals (US and Europe): PS4 Pro will drop to $350, VR bundle to $200

Prepare for the Days of Play - an 11 day discount campaign of all things PlayStation. From June 8 to June 18 the prices of consoles, accessories and games will be slashed. Note that the PS4 Days of Play limited edition console is based on the PS4 Slim. It comes with matching blue DualShock controllers. In the US, it will have a 1 TB hard drive, in Europe it's just 500 GB. Also, Europe doesn't get a promo deal on the PS4 Pro. Here ar are the prices for the hardware: US Canada Europe PS4 Pro (Jet Black) USD 350 CAD 450 N/A ...

OxygenOS 5.1.2 update for OnePlus 5 and 5T brings May security patch

OnePlus has started rolling out the OxygenOS 5.1.2 update for the OnePlus 5 and the OnePlus 5T. The update weighs in at a hefty 1.6GB and available in select regions, with others to follow shortly. The main change here is the inclusion of the Android May 2018 security patch from the April 2018 patch in 5.1.1. Apart from that, the update also includes a new version of the Gallery app, which adds an updated design and a new 'Recently Deleted' category that temporarily saves deleted photos and automatically deletes them after 30 days. The update also brings fixes for an...

Nokia 2 is getting Android Oreo in June

At its Nokia 2.1, 3.1 and 5.1 unveiling in Moscow, Nokia announced that the entry-level 2017 Nokia 2 will receive the Android 8.1 Oreo update in June. The Nokia 2 is the last to be updated to Oreo, after Nokia 5 and original Nokia 6 started receiving Android 8.1 at the end of March and the Nokia 3 in April. But Nokia had already promised to update the Nokia 2 and is now delivering.

Nokia 5.1, 3.1 and 2.1 hands-on review

It's been less than two years since HMD Global was founded. Yet the Finland-based company already has an almost fairytale-like success story unfolding around it. Even though the company still refers to itself as a "start-up", it mace out of a funding round earlier this month, with a $100 million in fresh investments and an impressive valuation of a cool billion dollars.

Nokia 5.1 and 3.1 unveiled with tall screens, new chipsets, Nokia 2.1 tags along

HMD unveiled a trio of new devices today, upgrading its entry-level and mid-range offerings. Two are Android One phones, the third runs the lightweight Oreo Go edition. The Android One models will receive software updates for two years and security updates for three years - that's as much as most flagships get. Except these are budget-friendly phones. Nokia 5.1 A huge upgrade over its predecessor, the Nokia 5.1 now features a FullHD+ (1,080 x 2,160 px) display with an 18:9 aspect ratio and a 40% faster chipset. The IPS LCD measures 5.5" in diagonal and is covered with 2.5D Gorilla Glass...

iOS 11.4 brings multi-room audio and stereo pairing to HomePod with AirPlay 2

Today Apple is releasing iOS 11.4 and finally bringing AirPlay 2 out of beta. The update brings the much anticipated multi-room audio support along with stereo pairing to Apple TV and the HomePod. Multi-room support means you can play the same music on multiple HomePods or Apple TVs in different rooms, simultaneously. And you'll be able to ask Siri to play a given song in the bedroom or in the living room. With AirPlay 2 you'll be able to add supported speakers to the Home app to use alongside HomePod. Currently Sonos is working on adding AirPlay 2 support to its speakers. Stereo...

HMD is about to unveil new Nokia phones, watch it happen live

HMD's reborn Nokia phones are a rising power around the world - two weeks ago the company unveiled the Nokia X6 in China and today the company has an event in Moscow. The X6 is exclusive to China for now, but HMD Chief Product Officer Juho Sarvikas has been dropping hints that this will change. It sure is a hot seller, so why not. So, will today's ChargedUp event let the X6 loose on the global stage? Or are we in for new phones? There are three freshly-certified phones that might be unveiled. Upgrades to the Nokia 2, 3 and 5, perhaps. Plus, there's always the looming presence of...

Xiaomi Redmi 6A leaks on TENAA, specs in tow

A new Xiaomi phone has been approved by TENAA and chance are it's the upcoming Xiaomi Redmi 6A. Just days ago we saw the Xiaomi Redmi 6 for the first time, sporting the model number M1804C3DE but it didn't come with a full specs sheet. The new listing spans three model numbers - the M1804C3CT and the M1804C3DT/M1804C3DC with the only difference between them seemingly being the fact that the M1804C3CT has a single 8MP camera, while the M1804C3DT/M1804C3DC have dual cameras, possibly a 12MP+8MP combos. Xiaomi M1804C3CT The other specs are in sync for all three models -...

2019 iPhone to have triple camera with 3D sensor

The 2018 iPhones might be still in the rumor mill, but information about the 2019 devices is already leaking. According to sources from Taiwan, at least one of the next-year Apple smartphones will have three cameras with 3D vision for Augmented Reality purposes. Concepts of an iPhone with three cameras Two of the three cameras will be able to "look" at an object from a different angle, therefore creating a 3D object. Some analysts think this will be a better implementation of the idea rather than the ToF (time-of-flight) technology that reads the time a laser takes to bounce off...

Deal: Grab a dual-SIM Samsung Galaxy S9 for $600

If you are in the US, and looking for Samsung Galaxy S9 bargain, here's a one for you: you can grab the dual SIM variant for $600. Retailer B&H Photo has the device listed on its website for $599.99. It's worth mentioning that the model (SM-G9600) on offer is an international one, but since it's primarily sold in China and Latin America, it's powered by Snapdragon 845 SoC, the one which you'll find in US S9 models. The deal is available for a limited time - around 14 hours remaining as of writing. If you compare with B&H's own usual pricing for the device, you get to save $180....

Images of Xiaomi Mi 8 screen protector offer a clear view of the new design

The Xiaomi Mi 8 is at it again - this time images showing off a glass protector give us a clear look at the design. The protector has to work around the notch at the top of the screen and the 2.5D bevel around the perimeter of the screen. This bevel flows into the rounded metal sides of the phone. Unfortunately, the images do not give us much more. From what we could glean of the text, it describes the tough glass that it's made of and mentions that it has oleophobic coating. Xiaomi Mi 8 design revealed by promo images for a screen protector If you look at the second image,...

Samsung Galaxy A9 Star and A9 Lite photographed, will launch in these markets

In the wild, Galaxy phones tend to travel in groups - like this Samsung Galaxy A9 Star and A9 Lite, who were spotted next to Galaxy A6+ (2018) and other phones. The A6+ is easy to tell apart by its markings - dual camera in the middle and antenna lines at the top and bottom edges. Around the front, they have LED flashes next to the earpiece. Which leaves the SM-G8850, aka Galaxy A9 Star. You can see its dual camera in the upper left corner and the squarish fingerprint reader on the midline. Samsung Galaxy A9 Star • aka SM-G8850 • Available in Black and White Which one is the...

Xiaomi's Black Shark gaming phone to go on sale again later this week

The Xiaomi Black Shark gaming smartphone debuted last month, and quickly entered its first flash sale, which saw over a million registrations. However, there have been no stock available since, which raised a few questions about the fate of the phone. As it turns out the phone is still alive and well and just got a date for its next sale - June 1, Friday. Black Shark Technology's CEO Wu Shimin, shared that that phone was facing production issues, and only now were they able to resolve them. As a quick refresher on pricing, the 6GB/64GB variant of the Snapdragon 845-powered phone...

vivo X21 UD arrives in India

The vivo X21 UD debuted in March - with an in-screen fingerprint scanner and launched in the Chinese market the same month. Now, it made its way to India, where it retails for INR35,990, which is about $530 or €460. vivo X21 UD at the launch event in Delhi The vivo X21 UD is pretty much identical to the vivo X21 from the 6.28" Super AMOLED panel all the way to the Snapdragon 660 chipset and the 6/128 GB memory config but lacks the fingerprint scanner on the back, having one under the display instead. The dual camera is a 12 MP + 5 MP combo with another 12 MP snapper on the...

Google ARCore arrives in China, apps available through Xiaomi App Store

Google's mobile augmented reality platform ARCore is now available in China. The company has teamed up with Xiaomi to offer ARCore apps through the Chinese company's App Store. Here's the announcement tweet: Starting today, #ARCore apps are available on Mix 2S devices from the Xiaomi App Store in China. More partners coming soon → https://t.co/16QoOTgqve pic.twitter.com/lT4TYXrzwF— Google AR & VR (@GoogleARVR) May 28, 2018 For those wondering, Google's partnership with Xiaomi stems from the fact that the search giant's own Play Store (which is required by ARCore for...

Apple to use OLED on all 2019 iPhones

Apple put an OLED display on a phone for the first time in the iPhone X last year, and according to sources from South Korea, Cupertino is willing to make the full switch by 2019. This will be the next step after the two OLED phones that are expected to appear this fall. The news did not end well for its current LCD supplier Japan Display (JDI) which saw its shares plummet with 10% by the end of the day. The biggest OLED manufacturers currently are LG Display and Samsung Display. The industry expects that a completely OLED iPhone lineup might mean the trend will spread to midrange...

Meizu M6T is official - 18:9 screen and dual camera on the cheap

The Meizu M6T is finally official after weeks of teasers and leaks. Most of what we learned about the new M6T turned out real. Highlights of the Meizu M6T specs are a 5.7-incher tall-aspect 18:9 1440x720px LCD, a MediaTek MT6750 chipset with quad-core CPU and 3GB or 4GB of RAM and a dual camera on the back. You get a main 13MP f/2.2 unit and a depth-sensing 2MP f/2.4 secondary module for portrait shots. Meizu M6T The selfie camera is a single 8MP unit with an f/2.0 lens that also enables face unlock. There's also a fingerprint scanner on the back with 0.2s response time. Meizu...