POCO X2 with ‘extreme’ refresh rate, 64MP Sony IMX686 sensor, liquid cooling launching in India on February 4

After teasers POCO India just confirmed that it will launch the POCO X2 smartphone in India on February 4th. The teaser image confirms 'extreme refresh rate', which will likely be 120Hz, Sony IMX686 64-megapixel 1/1.7″ sensor along with a secondary camera, Snapdragon SoC with support for liquid cooling. The liquid cooling image also shows something like a pop-up front camera and confirms a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, below the camera module, so it should be an LCD screen. It also confirms support for fast charging, USB Type-C port, bottom-ported loudspeaker and a 3.5mm audio jack. Since the phone doesn't show antenna cutouts so it will likely feature plastic body, similar to the POCO F1. We should know more details about the POCO X2 smartphone in the coming days.

TVS iQube Electric scooter with smart features launched for Rs. 1.15 lakhs

TVS has launched iQube Electric, the company's first electric scooter with 4.4 kW electric motor, max speed of 78 kmph, acceleration of 0 to 40 kmph in 4.2 seconds and 75km range. It features TVS SmartXonnect platform and comes with advanced TFT cluster and TVS iQube app and has multiple features such as Geo-fencing, Remote Battery Charge Status, Navigation Assist, Last park location, Incoming call alerts/SMS alerts among others. Other features include Q-park assist, Multi-select economy and power mode, Day and Night display and Regenerative braking and says that it provides noiseless and comfortable ride. Highlights of TVS iQube Electric Top Speed 78kmph, Range 75 km (Eco-mode) 4.4kW hub-mounted motor ensures minimal loss in power transmission 0 to 40km in just 4.2 seconds, 140Nm peak torque TFT dashboard with Day/Night screen for navigation, charge and speed status, Incoming call alerts/SMS alerts Remote charge status, Geo fencing, last park location and smart statistics using iQube app LED Headlights, Tail Lights, Indicators, Side stand indicator, Battery level indicator, Low battery indicator, Service reminder, Vehicle malfunction light 118 kg (kerb weight) 90/90-12, Tubeless tyres on the front and back, Front - 220 mm Discand Rear - 130 mm Drum brakes, Front - Telescopic suspension and Rear ...

MIUI Launcher Alpha version brings App Drawer support

Xiaomi’s MIUI is well-known for the customizations it offers, despite being user-friendly and customizable, people had some complaints with MIUI such as Notification Shade and MIUI Launcher. Xiaomi hugely improved the notification shade with the last two iterations of MIUI but MIUI Launcher didn’t get much improvements and features. Last year, Xiaomi introduced Hidden Apps feature on MIUI Launcher and also introduced App Drawer on MIUI China ROM. A few weeks ago, MIUI launcher received an update bringing App shortcuts and App sharing shortcut features and now, an alpha version of the MIUI launcher has surfaced on the web that finally brings much-awaited app drawer to the MIUI launcher but it is not enabled by default, users can turn on the app drawer mode under Home Screen settings. [gallery size="large" ids="303207,303208,303209"] MIUI launcher gets a lot of features from the POCO launcher, be it app suggestions, app categories, app drawer background or the search bar at the bottom of the app drawer. [gallery size="large" ids="303210,303211,303212"] Users also get an option to change the Icon size and Home Screen layout. [gallery columns="2" size="large" ids="303207,303213"] You can download the alpha build on devices running MIUI by clicking here and install it on your device, but note that this is ...

Noise ropes in Rohit Sharma as its brand ambassador, will launch NoiseFit Fusion hybrid smartwatch

Noise, popular for its smart accessories has announced that it has roped in Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma as its Brand Ambassador. "As an entity, Noise stands for the passion that drives the youth to break the mold and follow their dreams at will. It aims to enable the same through all its upcoming campaigns, and is excited about the intangible value Rohit Sharma will add to the brand’s message at its core," said the company. In the near future, Rohit will launch Noise’s freshest addition to its smart wearables category – NoiseFit Fusion, which the company says it India's first full touch hybrid smartwatch. He is seen wearing the smartwatch in the image above. Furthermore, Rohit Sharma will be launching his own Limited Edition through the brand as well. Commenting on the partnership, Gaurav Khatri, founder of Noise, said: We’re delighted to announce our partnership with Rohit Sharma, who truly is one of the greatest cricketers of our time. His dedication to the sport adequately mirrors the commitment we feel towards providing our customers with the best. Together, we look forward to propagating a positive message; One which resonates with youngsters, advocates following one’s passion, and encourages the youth to listen more ...

Samsung ‘Quick Share’ file sharing service said to take on AirDrop, debut with Galaxy S20 Series

File sharing apps are becoming popular over the course of years, and users are getting more choices to choose from now. On similar lines, Apple's AirDrop service is popular among Apple users and now, AirDrop is now getting competition finally as Samsung has developed its own file sharing service 'Quick Share' which is said to debut with the Galaxy S20 Series. The functionality of Quick Share is pretty straightforward. Users can transfer file between two Galaxy smartphones with this app and works like other file sharing services. With Quick Share, users can also choose whom they want to share files with or receive files from, either 'Contacts only' or 'Everyone'. The first option 'Contacts only' as the name suggests, will let users share with other Samsung Social users in their contact and the second option 'Everyone' will let users share with anyone using a Samsung smartphone. Furthermore, users can send files to Samsung SmartThings devices where the files will be temporarily uploaded to Samsung Cloud and then streamed to the respective smartphone. There is a restriction on sending files to Samsung SmartThings where users can send up to 1GB at a time and a maximum of 2GB/day. The 'Quick Share' service is expected ...

Realme 10000mAh power bank Classic Blue version launched in India, available from January 26

Earlier this month realme introduced the 10,000mAh realme Power Bank in Classic Blue after launching it in Grey, Red and Yellow color variants last year. Today it has confirmed that the new color variant will go on sale from January 26th on Flipkart and realme.com at Rs. 1299. The Blue version has yellow finish on the top and the bottom, which makes it unique from other version that have black finish. It retains all the features such as 18W two-way fast charging, dual output and 12 layers of protection. realme 10000mAh power bank specifications 10000mAh (typical) lithium-polymer battery Dual output USB Type-A and USB Type-C 18W (5V-3A/9V-2A/12V-1.5A) two-way fast charging via USB Type-C USB Type-A Output (5V-3A/9V-2A/12V-1.5A) 12 layers of protection including current, over-power, short circuit, over charger or discharge and more 12.5mm thick, Weight: 230 grams Power bank is charged in 3.28 hours with 18W charger and in 5.36 hours with 10W charger

Realme Buds Air Iconic Cover launched in India for Rs. 399

Realme has launched Iconic Cover for the realme Buds Air in India, as it had promised earlier this month. The Cover features impact resistant, form fitting design offering complete protection against falls and slip-offs. This doesn’t affect the wireless charging. Features of Realme Buds Air Iconic Cover Comes in special Classic Blue that represents trust and peace to protect realme Buds Air safely and stylishly. The tailor-made "R" logo was designed by the world-renowned design company, Pentagram. Using the 3D printing hot isostatic pressing technology, we were able to achieve a special stereoscopic effect and visual appeal. Smooch touch and durable material to make the Iconic Cover Case extremely comfortable to hold and allow continuous use. 360° Full Protection wraps snugly around your realme Buds Air to protect it against falls and slip-offs. Bottom groove design that supports type-C and wireless charging so that you don't need to remove the cover when charging. It comes with a metal carabiner to give your realme Buds Air omnidirectional Protection and prevention against loss. The Realme Buds Air Iconic Cover comes in Black, White, Blue and Yellow colors, is priced at Rs. 399 and will go on sale starting from January 28th on Flipkart and ...

Samsung Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+ and S20 Ultra press renders surface

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2020 event is scheduled on February 16th where the company will officially unveil the Galaxy S20 series and the Galaxy Fold 2 could be unveiled alongside. While a plethora of rumors, renders of the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20 Ultra surfaced recently, now the official renders of the upcoming Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+ has surfaced along with key details of the smartphones. According to the renders, the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+ won't be sporting a 3D glass like the previous flagship models, instead they will sport a 2.5D curved glass. The bezels on the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+ will be narrow, according to the renders. Apart from this, the punch-hole front camera will be positioned in the center similar to the Galaxy Note10, Galaxy Note10+, and Galaxy Note10+ Lite smartphones. The volume rockers and the power buttom will be positioned to the right and this time around, Samsung has said to have removed the Bixby button as according to the renders, the left side of the smartphones doesn't house any button. Furthermore, the renders also reveal the rectangular rear camera module on these smartphones. The rear camera setup on the Galaxy S20 is said ...

Apple warns EU against common charging port; citing risks of stifling innovation

About a week ago, news arrived of the European Union (EU) contemplating passing legislature that would force all companies selling gadgets in the EU to have a common charging port. As expected, Apple has pushed back, warning the EU about the potential negative consequences of such a legislature, citing possible risks of stifling innovation in the tech space. If the EU does pass the legislation with this new regulation, it is quite clear that the company that would stand to lose the most would be Apple. This is due to fact that Apple continues to use its proprietary Lightning Connector on the iPhone to this day. Android phones on the other hand, for the most part, have already switched to the USB Type-C port for charging. It is unclear as to what Apple would do in case the legislation does get passed. Would it comply and engineer an iPhone that charges via USB-C or would it try and fight the legislation long enough until it releases the rumoured port-less iPhone in 2021? However, it is important to note that the iPad Pro has already switched to USB-C, showing that Apple isn't against the port completely. Apple does strongly feel that the legislation would cause ...

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip said to feature Dynamic AMOLED bendable ‘Ultra Thin Glass’, Dual 12MP cameras, side-mounted fingerprint scanner

Samsung is all set to introduce its second-generation foldable smartphone at the Unpacked 2020 on February 11. Now details about the Galaxy Z Flip (Previously called Galaxy Bloom) have started surfacing. Earlier rumors said that the phone will feature a 6.7-inch foldable Dynamic AMOLED display and a cover display. According to the latest rumors, the Galaxy Z Flip will feature 'Samsung Ultra Thin Glass', and there will be crease when the screen folds. The rumor also says that the phone will be powered by Snapdragon 855 Plus, and not the Snapdragon 865. It is said to come with 1-inch front display lets you check charging speeds and battery info and will also work as a view finder for the camera for better rear camera selfies. The phone is said to feature dual 12MP rear cameras, one wide and an ultra-wide cameras, side-mounted fingerprint scanner, 15W charging as well as support for wireless charging and reverse wireless charging. Earlier rumors revealed Black and Purple colors for the phone. We should know more details about the phone in the coming days. Source