Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro MIUI Software Update Tracker [Update: MIUI 11.0.4.0 with February security patch, Vlog video]

Xiaomi launched the Redmi K20 Pro smartphone in India on July 17th running MIUI 10.3 Global Stable on top of Android 9.0 (Pie). Xiaomi doesn’t follow any fixed update frequency for the MIUI Global Stable ROM but on an average, the Global Stable ROM is updated once in 30-45 days. This post will help our readers in keeping track of MIUI updates for Redmi K20 Pro (codename ‘raphael’), also check out our Redmi K20 Pro content, Redmi K20 Pro Unboxing and First Impressions Redmi K20 Pro Carbon Black Photo Gallery Redmi K20 Pro Benchmarks and Gaming Review Redmi K20 Pro Review [gallery link="file" size="large" ids="307277,307276,307278"] MIUI Updates rolled out for the smartphone: [Mar 11, 2020]: Xiaomi has started rolling out  MIUI 11.0.4.0.QFKINXM update with February Android security patch. The update is 631MB in size and includes new Vlog video mode. [Download Link] [Dec 19, 2019]: Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 11.0.3.0.QFKINXM update with November Android security patch. The update is 520MB in size and includes several fixes in Lockscreen and notification shade, Clock and fixes image overlapping in scrolling screenshots. [Download Link/ OTA from 11.0.1.0] [Nov 4, 2019]: Xiaomi has started rolling out Android 10 based MIUI 11 Stable 11.0.1.0.QFKINXM with October Android security patch for selected ...

HMD Global confirms Android 10 (Q) update for range of Nokia smartphones [Update: Change in schedule due to Coronavirus]

Update: After rolling out Android 10 update to  Nokia 8.1, Nokia 9 PureView, Nokia 7.1, Nokia 6.1 Plus, Nokia 7 Plus and Nokia 6.1 from October to January, HMD Global has announced change in schedule for the roll out of Android 10 for remaining phones due to Coronavirus. Other phones that are supposed to get Android 10 within Q1 2020 has been pushed to Q2. List of Nokia smartphones that are confirmed to receive Android 10 update: End of Q1 2020 Nokia 2.2 Late Q1 2020 or Early Q2 2020 Nokia 2.3 Nokia 3.2 Nokia 4.2 Nokia 7.2 Nokia 6.2 Nokia 3.1 Plus Nokia 8 Sirocco Mid Q2 2020 Nokia 5.1 Plus Nokia 1 Plus Late Q2 2020 Nokia 2.1 Nokia 3.1 Nokia 5.1 Nokia 1 Earlier: Google is all set to roll out Android 10 (Q) for its Pixel devices soon since it has pushed the final Android Q beta 6 update for the phone. After HUAWEI,  HMD Global has confirmed Android Q update for its Nokia smartphones that were launched last year and this year. New Nokia 7.1, 8.1 and Nokia 9 PureView will get the update first in Q4 2019, and the update will continue for older phones in Q1 2020 and Q2 ...

Redmi Note 8 Long Term Review : Another reliable Redmi Note?

Redmi launched the Redmi Note 8 series in the country back in October, the Pro variant has been in the headlines but the vanilla Redmi Note 8 also offers quad-camera setup. It's been almost 6 months since the launch and the device has received multiple software updates including MIUI 11. We have used the device for a few months now and here is our long term review of Redmi Note 8. Unboxing and Box Contents Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 in Moonlight White color 18W charger (9V-2A) USB Type-C cable SIM ejector tool Clear protective case User guide Design Redmi Note 8 brings nothing (other than the new paint-jobs) new to the table when it comes to design. The company has retained the same glass sandwich design from the Redmi Note 7 series and Redmi Note 8 features an all-new Aura Fluid design. Redmi Note 8 features a modern bezel-less dot-notch display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio protected under Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. Even though the phone has a large screen, it is compact to hold and can be managed with a single hand if you have big palms. Similar to other smartphones in this price range, there is a bezel below the display ...

realme announces realme UI Open Beta for realme X2 Pro

realme announced the realme UI rollout schedule back in November and started rolling out the update for various devices in January. A few devices such as realme XT, realme X, realme 5 Pro and realme 3 Pro have already received Android 10 based realme UI update. A couple of days ago, the company started realme UI update roll-out for realme X2 and realme X2 Pro users under early access program and now it has announced realme UI open beta program for realme X2 Pro users in India. A post from realme community forum admin says, Hey realme fans, realme UI has grown rapidly since its development. Our developing team has invested a lot of efforts. And now it’s time to share it with you. Open beta is going live! realme UI open beta program is designed keeping tech enthusiasts in mind, the open beta program will let enthusiasts experience new realme UI features before anyone. The company will collect feedback and suggestions from realme UI open beta users to make realme UI better. To opt for realme UI open beta program, users need to download a couple of apks from the realme community post. The program is currently open for realme X2 Pro users only and ...

HONOR 9X EMUI 10 and HONOR 20 and HONOR View 20 Magic UI 3.0 Android 10 update starts rolling out in India

HONOR today announced the roll out of Magic UI 3.0 (EMUI 10.01) update on HONOR 9X, HONOR 20 and HONOR View 20 smartphones. The upgrade will bring you a slew of user-friendly features to create a one-stop, all-scenario intelligent living ecosystem. This next-level software system will push boundaries in smart office, photography, performance and security across HONOR’s wide-ranging smart products and services. [gallery link="file" columns="2" size="large" ids="307181,307180"] The update is about 3.56GB in HONOR 9X and has Android security patch for January 2020. The update brings a lot of features such as Enhanced UX Design, Smart Office, Camera Performance and Security Features. Check them out below. All-New UX Design with the Comfort of Dark Mode Furnishing devices with a new look that boasts an all new Dark Mode, the latest update allows users to navigate their smartphone more comfortably. Backed by research from the Huawei Human Factors Lab, the upgraded feature strikes an optimal contrast between text and the background, increasing the legibility and minimizing visual fatigue. Furthermore, color saturation is also fine-tuned to ensure greater consistency between the Normal and Dark mode. Enhanced Visual Elements to Support Feedback With the Magic UI 3.0, users can expect quicker and smoother feedback when they navigate around their ...

Sony FDR-AX43 4K Handycam with 5-axis Balanced Optical SteadyShot, 20x optical zoom launched in India

Sony is expanding its lineup of 4K Handycams in India with the launch of FDR-AX43 in India. Geared towards vloggers, content creators and production teams, the handycam has many features like Balanced Optical SteadyShot, 20x optical zoom, high-performance AF and more. The Sony FDR-AX43 features a 1/2.5  back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Sensor and BIONZ X image processor that enables the handycam to shoot at 4K UHD at up to 25fps and 1080p at up to 50fps in Sony's XAVC video format. For the lens, it has a ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T with an effective focal length of 26.8 - 536.0mm. Handycams are known for their zoom and the FDR-AX43 does not disappoint with 20x optical zoom, 30x/40x (4K/HD) Clear Image Zoom and up to 250x digital zoom. The highlight feature in this handycam is the 5-axis Balanced Optical SteadyShot that basically functions like a gimbal inside the camera. It enables incredibly stable shots, even when the video is zoomed in. Other features include an articulating 3-inch LCD touch screen, dedicated mic and headphone jacks, battery life up to 235 mins of continuous recording time and fast intelligent AF. The Sony FDR-AX43 is available in India for a price of Rs. 83490 from offline retail stores.

Next generation Google Chromecast Ultra may get a dedicated remote, based on Android TV

Google's Chromecast Ultra has become a very successful product in the Made By Google Portfolio. However, it has faced stiff competition from other streaming hardware like Amazon Fire Stick, Roku, etc. Now, Google might be working on the second generation of the Chromecast Ultra which might come with its own remote. In an FCC document that was spotted on March 10th, Google has passed a remote which is speculated to come with the 2nd Generation Chromecast Ultra. Right now codenamed 'Sabrina', the Chromecast Ultra will come all the expected features such as support for 4K HDR content, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. However, the two rumours that are the most interesting is that Google will develop the Chromecast to run full-fledged Android TV and that it will come with its own dedicated remote. This will bring the Chromecast on par feature wise with the popular Fire Stick from Amazon with the ability to run apps like YouTube TV, Netflix, Disney+, Hulu. The remote will likely be cross-over between the Daydream View remote and an Apple TV remote, with microphone and a dedicated Google Assistant button. It will also have the support to be programmable to your TV. Google typically releases new Made By Google ...

Vu Premium 43, 50 and 55-inch 4K Android Smart TVs with Dolby Vision, 30W speakers launched starting at Rs. 24999

After the launch of Premium series of 32-inch HD and 43-inch Full HD Android Smart TVs last month Vu Televisions has launched 43" (108cm), 50" (127cm) and 55" (140cm) 4K models in the series. The TVs are equipped with A+ Grade Panel with 400+ nits brightness, feature Dolby Vision & HRD 10 Support, Dolby Audio with 30W Speakers, DTS Virtual X Surround Sound Technology, Bezel-Less Design, VOD Upscaler and more, says the company. These run Android 9.0 with built-in Chromecast, support for Netflix, Prime Video, Hotstar, YouTube and Google Play with hot keys on the remote. Vu Premium TV (43", 50" and 55") specifications 43 / 50 /55-inch (3840 x 2160 pixels) LED display with 178-degree viewing angle, 400 nits brightness Quad-Core processor with Dual-Core GPU 2GB RAM, 16GB storage Android TV 9.0, Chromecast built-in, Screen Mirroring WiFi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, IR, 3 x HDMI (1 contain ARC), 2 x USB, Ethernet, AUX Port Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, Hotstar and Google Play Hotkeys on Remote 30W Box Speaker with TruBass HDX, TruSurround X, Dialog Clarity, TruVolume HD, Dolby Audio, Audio Equalizer The new Vu Premium TV 43-inch model costs Rs. 24,000, 50-inch model is priced at Rs. 27,999 and ...

USA temporarily renews HUAWEI General License for another 45 days [Update: Extended till May 15]

Update: March 11, 2020 — US Department of Commerce has extended the Temporary General License (TGL) for HUAWEI through May 15, 2020 and said that it has provided this opportunity to receive input from public. Earlier: According to an announcement made by the US Department of Commerce, HUAWEI will be allowed to continue operation in its network communication systems for another 45 days compared to 90 days usually. This Temporary General License (TGL) was extending to give rural telecommunication providers more time to identify alternatives to HUAWEI for future operation. It seems as though telecommunication companies in the US are struggling to find other secure network alternatives to HUAWEI, especially rural companies. The Department of Commerce had already extended TGL's in the past, the most recent one being in November which extended the license for another 90 days. During this time, HUAWEI and foreign affiliates will not be allowed to acquire any American technology or used in a manner that undermines U.S. national security or foreign policy interests. HUAWEI was added on to the Entity list last year by the USA Department of Commerce. The reason provided by the US government was that they concluded the company posed a significant risk of involvement in activities ...

118.9 million wearables shipped worldwide in Q4 2019, up 82.3% YoY: IDC

The wearables market worldwide grew substantially by 82.3% in Q4 2019, shipping 118.9 million units according to a report from IDC. The total shipments for the year 2019 amounted to 336.5 million devices which calculates to 89.0% increase compared to last year. The top five companies for Q4 2019 were Apple, Xiaomi, Samsung, Huawei and Fitbit. Apple continues to lead the market, shipping 43.4 million units during the 4th quarter of 2019 with strong sales with Airpods, AirPods Pro and Apple Watch. Xiaomi took second place, shipping over 12.8 million wearables of which wristbands accounted for 73.3% (9.4 million) of units. Samsung's good sales of Galaxy Active and Active 2 smartwatches earned it 3rd place, shipping about 10.5 million units. Huawei found itself at 4th place and FitBit placed in 5th with 9.3 million shipments and 6 million shipments respectively. Looking at categories of wearables separately, ear-wear topped the list, shipping 170.5 million units and growing by 250.5% YoY. Wristbands shipments saw a growth of 37.4% with 69.4 million units while 92.4 million watches were sold, its market share recorded at 27.5%. Commenting on the growth of wearables, Ramon T. Llamas, research director for IDC's Wearables Team said: 2019 marked a strong step forward for the ...