BlackBerry ‘Ghost’ with bezel-less display, dual rear cameras said to launch in India in Q3 2018 [Update: 4000mAh battery]

Update July 5: @evleaks adds that the phone will pack a 4000mAh battery, largest in a flagship-class device. One more Ghost tidbit: it's got a 4,000mAh battery, which would be one of the largest in a flagship-class device. — Evan Blass (@evleaks) July 5, 2018 Update  - May 28: @evleaks now says that the phone will be released this Summer, which could be sometime in June or July. The phone is said to feature dual rear cameras with optical zoom, and low-light enhancement powered by dual rear cameras. A new BlackBerry smartphone code-named 'Ghost' has surfaced online, thanks to @evleaks who also says that the Android smartphone will have a bezel-less display and will be a premium smartphone. The image shows a sleek smartphone with a metal frame, cured corners, SIM slot and antenna cutouts present on the side. It also shows a front-facing camera and an earpiece above the display. BlackBerry 'Ghost': a bezel-less, premium Android handset from licensee Optiemus; coming soon to India. pic.twitter.com/KTAvKbDl5v — Evan Blass (@evleaks) February 26, 2018 The phone is said to launch in India soon and will be made by Optiemus Infracom, who also designed, manufactured and sold last year's BlackBerry KEYone in India as well as Nepal, Sri Lanka and ...

Apple might phase out Intel’s 5G modem for 2020 iPhones

According to latest report, Intel wont be providing 5G modems for Apple’s 2020 mobile devices. The Cuppertino company has even notified Intel that it would not use its modem in its next-generation mobile device. Furthermore, the development of the model, internally codenamed "Sunny Peak” has been halted and the Intel team that's working on the product will be redirected to other efforts. Intel in its communications described Apple as the “key mobile customer” for the developed 5G mobile modem. It even expected Apple to be the “main volume driver” for the product. To clarify, Sunny Peak is a 5G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth component designed by Intel for Apple’s upcoming iPhones. Intel executives in the communication stated that Apple is putting “a massive effort” to launch 5G in their mobile products. Speculation for not bundling Intel 5G could be dependent on various reasons, said Intel executives. The introduction of a new Wi-Fi standard called WiGig (802.11ad) “into any mobile product brings new and unanticipated challenges. As of now, according to Intel executives, the comany is putting its maximum efforts in improving "Sunny Peak" and get the modem in 2022 Apple iPhones. This news falls in line with previous reports from Northland analyst Gus Richard who back in June said that Intel ...

Apple iPhone 2018 models to come in Gold, Red, Blue, Orange, Black, White and Grey colors: KGI

[caption id="attachment_257661" align="aligncenter" width="573"] Image: 9to5Mac[/caption] Apple introduced the iPhone X in Gold, Silver and Space Gray colors. This year Apple is expected to introduce three new iPhone models in: a second generation iPhone X and a low-cost, 6.1-inch option with a similar full-face display as seen on the iPhone X, but with LCD rather than an OLED display, and an iPhone X Plus. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo in a new  research note  says that the second-generation iPhone X will be available in Black, White, and Gold, while the 6.1-inch model will come in in a range of colors including red, blue, orange, gray, and white. It is not clear if the ‘red’ color in the 20118 iPhone X is PRODUCT (RED), similar to the special edition iPhone 8 that was launched recently, but it did not introduce the RED version of the iPhone X. Back in April prototype of a gold iPhone X passed through the FCC, even though they were filed in September 2017. In a  a research note with TF Securities, Kuo said: We expect the demands for the new 6.5" OLED iPhone will be better than iPhone X because of similar or lower price but with larger display, dual-sim dual-standby (DSDS), and three possible casing colors ...

Dell Alienware 15 and 17 gaming laptops with 8th Gen Intel Core processors, G3 and G7 laptops launched in India

Dell today has launched the Alienware 15 and 17, Dell G Series - G3 and G7 and Inspiron 24 5000 All-in-One in India. The Alienware gaming laptops are powered up to Intel Core i9 processor with up to 6-cores. Dell G-series laptops include G3 15 and Dell G7 15. The Dell Alienware are available in variants ranging from 8th Gen Intel Core i5, i7, to the latest i9 processors with up to 6-cores. The company says that it has mechanically engineered the Alienware Cryo-Tech v2.0, which is its cooling system with 50% thinner fan blades, a vapor chamber on the CPU to cool down the higher number of cores more efficiently. It also gets support for external desktop graphics via the Alienware Graphics Amplifier, optional 120Hz TN+WVA 400-nits display designed with Nvidia Gsync. It comes with  Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 graphics with 8GB DDR5 GPU options. The new Alienware 15 and 17 support over 80 quadrillion lighting combinations via 13 unique programmable lighting zones with up to 20 distinct colors. On the other hand, as the name suggests, the G3 15 and G7 15 sport a 15-inch display and are an affordable gaming laptop that comes with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-Series GPUs, 8th Gen Intel Core processors, thermal management solutions, intelligent content prioritization software, ...

ASUS Zenfone 5Z Unboxing and First Impressions

Its been a couple of months since we last saw the ASUS Zenfone 5Z. Announced at MWC, the device was quite a jump up. Sure, ASUS usually does have an array of refreshed options available under its Zenfone series every year but this was a massive leap forward aimed at taking the OnePlus 6, head on. The ASUS Zenfone 5Z doesn't just pack the internals of a flagship, it sure looks and feels like one too. Fast forward to July and we've finally had a chance to spend a bit of time with the phone. Hang tight as we run you through our first impressions of the ASUS Zenfone 5Z. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeGfcXLv594&t=27s Box Contents ASUS Zenfone 5Z smartphone Midnight Blue with 6GB RAM and 64GB storage In-ear headset 2-pin fast charger USB Type-C Cable SIM Ejector tool Clear Protective Case User manual and warranty information ASUS Zenfone 5Z (Z5620KL) specifications 6.2-inch (2246 × 1080 pixels) Full HD+ 19:9 2.5D curved glass Super IPS display with 500 nits Brightness, 95.4% NTSC color gamut, DCI-P3, 1500: 1 Contrast Ratio, Glove Touch support, Corning Gorilla Glass protection Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Mobile Platform with Adreno 630 GPU 6GB LPDDR4x RAM with 64GB  storage, 8GB LPDDR4x RAM with 128GB  ...

New Xiaomi Mi Wireless Charger gets certified by the WPC, could be introduced along with Mi MIX 3

Xiaomi introduced 7.5W Qi wireless fast charger along with the Mi MIX 2S earlier this year, now a new Mi Wireless Charger (WPC01ZM) has been certified by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC). This reveals that it will be a 5W charger and has the Qi version number v1.2.4. It shows a metal-like finish and a LED notification light. Compared to the white colored charger that came with the Mi MIX 2S, this has a black color. The charger is expected to be introduced along with the Mi MIX 3 which is rumored to go official sometime in August, with a pop-up front camera, which was seen in the latest Vivo's flasgship - NEX. We should know more details about this charger and the upcoming flagship Mi MIX 3 in the coming weeks and months. Source | Via

Samsung and ARM partner to power 3GHz+ Cortex A76 processors based on 7nm LPP process technology

Samsung Electronics today announced that it is expanding its strategic collaboration with Arm to 7/5-nanometer (nm) FinFET process technology with an aim to remain a step ahead in the era of high-performance computing. The ARM Artisan physical IP platform which is based on the Samsung Foundry’s 7LPP (7nm Low Power Plus) and 5LPE (5nm Low Power Early) process technologies, will enable 3GHz+ computing performance for Arm’s Cortex-A76 processor. The company says that its 7LPP process technology will be ready for its initial production in the second half of 2018. Furthermore, the first extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography process technology and its key IPs are in development and expected to be completed by the first half of 2019. The 5LPE technology will allow greater area scaling and ultra-low power benefits, thanks to the innovations in 7LPP process technology. The Arm Artisan physical IP platform for Samsung’s 7LPP and 5LPE includes HD logic architecture, 1.8V and 3.3V GPIO libraries. The ARM will also provide Artisan POP IP solutions on its latest processor cores featuring Arm DynamIQ technology. Last month ARM announced industry’s first Embedded MRAM (eMRAM) compiler IP built on Samsung Foundry’s 28FDS process technology and Arm Artisan physical IP offerings for Samsung Foundry’s 11LPP, 7LPP and 5LPE EUV process nodes. Ryan Sanghyun Lee, vice ...

Asphalt 9: Legends pre-registrations now open, lets you unlock rewards

Gameloft has been testing Asphalt 9: Legends in a few countries for the few months. Ahead of global launch of the game, the company has started pre-registration  AsphaltLegends.com with your email address, and agree to Terms of Use.  This will let you unlock amazing rewards to give you a head start over your fellow racers when the game releases, says the company. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_2EIOvFNtY During each week of the pre-registration period, new rewards will unlock. These gifts can then be earned if enough racers register and share on their Twitter and Facebook feeds. The first week’s rewards are now live and will give all registered players a gift of Credits to help them purchase Packs in-game when Asphalt 9: Legends comes to iOS, Android, and Windows later this Summer. Asphalt 9: Legends will boast stunning visuals, physics that create greater immersion, and intense racing action. You can race in 49 sports cars from the world’s most iconic automotive manufacturers that include Lamborghini, Ferrari, and more. There are more than 70 tracks with each location stuffed with events. When you have mastered the tracks in single-player, test your mettle against other real-world racers in intense, real-time 8-player races. Asphalt 9: Legends (Free with in-app purchases) - Android | iOS (Rolling ...

Samsung Galaxy A6+ gets a price cut in India

Samsung launched the Galaxy A6+ smartphone in India in May for Rs. 25,990, along with the Galaxy A6. Now the smartphone has received a Rs. 2000 price cut in just over a month of launch, and is available for Rs. 23,990. This comes after the price cut of Galaxy A6 variants in the country last month. Samsung Galaxy A6+ specifications 6-inch (1080 x 2220 pixels) FHD+ Super AMOLED 18.5: 9 Infinity 2.5D curved glass display 1.8GHz Octa-Core Snapdragon 450 14nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 506 GPU 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage, expandable memory up to 256GB with microSD Dual SIM Android 8.0 (Oreo) 16MP rear camera with LED flash, f/1.7 aperture,LED flash, 5MP secondary rear camera with f/1.9 aperture 24MP front-facing camera with f/1.9 aperture, LED flash Dimensions:  160.2 x 75.7 x 7.9 mm; Weight: 191g Fingerprint sensor Samsung Pay Mini 3.5mm audio jack, Dolby Atmos 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi a/b/g/n (2.4/5GHz), HT40, Bluetooth 4.2 LE, GPS 3500mAh battery The Samsung Galaxy A6+ is expected to be available at new rate of Rs. 23,990 on Amazon.in and Samsung online Shop soon. Source

Vodafone offers Amazon Prime membership for select prepaid customers for Rs. 499

Vodafone has launched new  ‘Youth Offer on Amazon Prime’, which gives Vodafone’s prepaid customers between the ages of 18-24 years a 50% discount on the annual membership of Amazon Prime. Vodafone’s youth customers can now enjoy all Prime benefits for Rs. 499. Amazon Prime offers members free & fast delivery, unlimited Indian & international video content, unlimited ad-free music in several languages, exclusive deals and much more. Amazon Prime Day on July 16th (12 noon on July 16 to midnight on July 17) has exclusive launches, blockbuster deals, entertainment premiers and more. To avail the offer, eligible Vodafone customers can sign up using the MyVodafone App and pay Rs. 499 using Vodafone’s secure payment modes. Thereafter, they can sign in to Amazon.in and activate their one-year Prime membership to start enjoying the benefits on the Amazon.in app or website. Commenting on this partnership, Avneesh Khosla, Associate Director, Consumer Business, Vodafone India, said: In today’s hyper-connected and digital world, youngsters are looking forward to new experiences. To facilitate these experiences we had launched Vodafone U, the digital only platform exclusively for our youth customers that enables them to maximize life with limited resources. In line with the Vodafone U philosophy of doing more with less ...