OPPO Reno Ace2 with circular rear camera design surfaces in live image

OPPO introduced the Reno Ace smartphone back in October last year. After the Find X2 smartphone was introduced recently, alleged live image of the Reno Ace 2 smartphone has surfaced in China. This shows a circular rear camera arrangement, which is different from the predecessor, and this looks similar to the OnePlus 7T. The image also shows a glass back, bottom-ported speaker grill, but the 3.5mm audio jack is missing, so it could use USB type-C audio. Earlier today an alleged case for the Reno Ace2 smartphone has surfaced. The person who leaked the case expects the phone to retain the 48MP main camera with Sony IMX586 sensor after the company is satisfied with the image quality in the Find X2 and Find X2 Pro that uses the same sensor. The phone will likely feature a AMOLED screen with an in-display fingerprint scanner, and Snapdragon 865 SoC, but it is not clear if the company will move to 120Hz refresh rate from 90Hz in the Reno Ace. The OPPO Reno Ace2 is expected to be introduced sometime in Q2 2020. We should know more details in the coming weeks. Source 1, 2

Realme 3 Pro realme UI Software Update Tracker [Update: C.04 with March Android security patch]

realme launched the realme 3 Pro in the country back in April running ColorOS 6.0 based on Android 9.0 (Pie). realme doesn’t follow a fixed update frequency but the company rolls out updates frequently. This post will help our readers in keeping track of realme UI updates for realme 3 Pro. Updates rolled out for the realme 3 Pro so far, [Mar 23, 2020]: realme has started rolling out RMX1851EX_11.C.04 with March Android security patch. The update weighs 669 MBs in size and brings a bunch of bug fixes. [Mar 2, 2020]: realme has started rolling out RMX1851EX_11.C.03 with February Android security patch. The update weighs 710 MBs in size and brings Airtel and Jio VoWiFi to the device along with a couple of bug fixes. [Download Link] [Jan 30, 2020]: realme has started rolling out RMX1851EX_11.C.02 with January Android security patch to realme 3 Pro widely. Check out this post to learn about new features that realme UI brings to realme 3 Pro. [Download Link] [Jan 29, 2020]: realme official Francis Wang has confirmed that realme Pro series devices will receive two major Android updates, so we can expect realme 3 Pro to receive Android 11 in the future. [Jan 20, ...

Netflix, Amazon Prime, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube lower streaming quality in Europe to prevent network overload

With a large number of people in Europe being quarantined and having to work from home in response to the Coronavirus outbreak, the European Union (EU) has requested major streaming services and social media companies to reduce their streaming quality to prevent internet gridlock. These companies include Netflix, Amazon Prime, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. The internet infrastructure of the EU, and most of the world for that matter, was simply not designed to handle the extra traffic and strain that is currently being experienced with the increased number of people at home. More and more people are using internet services to continue their office work, to connect with their loved ones over video or to simply tackle boredom. This has induced a massive strain on the EU network infrastructure. In response to the EU's request, companies are making changes to their streaming quality, bitrates and more. YouTube, for example, is making Standard Definition (480p) as the default for all users. Amazon Prime and Netflix will continue to stream at same resolutions and quality but with a much lower bitrate, with Netflix completely removing its highest bandwidth streams, and reducing quality by 25%. Facebook and Instagram too have committed to temporarily reduce their ...

ZTE Axon 11 5G with 6.47-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, Snapdragon 765G, 64MP quad rear cameras announced

ZTE just announced ZTE Axon 11 5G, the company's latest mid-range smartphone in China. The phone packs a 6.47-inch Full HD+ AMOLED curved screen with 92% screen-to-body ratio, is powered by Snapdragon 765G 7nm SoC with support for up to 8GB RAM, nano carbon fiber and liquid cooling, packs 64-megapixel main camera along with an 8-megapixel 120° ultra-wide camera, 2-megapixel depth and 2-megapixel 4cm macro cameras and a 20-megapixel camera on the front, inside the waterdrop notch. It has a glass back, features an in-display fingerprint scanner and packs a 4000mAh battery with support for Quick Charge 4.0 fast charging and power booster power management technology that promises 35% improved battery life compared to other 5G phones. ZTE Axon 11 5G specifications  6.47-inch (2340 x 1080 pixels) 19.5:9 AMOLED curved glass display with 100% DCI-P3 Color Gamut Octa Core (1 x 2.4GHz + 1 x 2.2GHz + 6 x 1.8GHz Kryo 475 CPUs) Snapdragon 765G 7nm EUV Mobile Platform with Adreno 620 GPU 6GB RAM with 128GB storage / 8GB RAM with 256GB storage, expandable memory up to 2TB with microSD Android 10 with MiFavor 10 I Hybrid Dual SIM (nano + nano / microSD) 64MP primary camera with f/1.89 aperture, LED ...

Google rolls out helpful resources and information regarding Coronavirus

As a result of the Coronavirus outbreak, the amount of people using Google search to get relevant information has greatly increased. In response, Google is rolling out multiple resources like websites and Search redesigns  to help the public access correct and certified information quickly. Starting with Google Search, when searching for the term 'Coronavirus' Google will show lots of authoritative information from health authorities alongside new data and visualizations. The results have been designed to make it easy to navigate information and resources, with new information being updated constantly. Google will also show a carousel of Twitter accounts of local civic organizations and health authorities to help connect them with the latest local guidance as it’s shared. Google has also launched a website that is focused on education, prevention and local resources. It contains state-based information, safety and prevention tips, search trends related to COVID-19, with the site being updated constantly as information arrives. Users in the US will also see CDC’s recommendation that symptomatic individuals call ahead in order to avoid overwhelming health systems at the top of their search in mobile. These changes are rolling out to users in the US today and to check out the  Google COVID-19 website. Google ...

realme 3 and realme 3i latest updates bring March Android Security Patch and VoWiFi Support

[Update, Mar 23, 2020]: realme has started rolling out RMX1821EX_11.A.26 with March Android security patch. The update weighs 147 MBs in size and brings VoWiFi support for Airtel and Jio networks. realme has already revealed Android 10 roadmap for its devices and as per the schedule, realme 3 and realme 3i are expected to get Android 10 based realme UI update in April 2020. Download Link: realme 3, realme 3i realme 3 and realme 3i A.26 update changelog, Security ● Android security patch: March, 2020 System ● Fixed some known bugs, and improved system stability Network ● Added Airtel and Jio VoWiFi features( IN only) Earlier: realme launched realme 2 and realme C1 back in 2018 running Android Oreo and later updated both the devices to Android Pie. realme launched realme 3 smartphone in India back in March, later in July it launched realme 3i, a cheaper version. A couple of months back, the company rolled out updates for all 4 smartphones bringing system-wide Dark Mode, realme Laboratory and more. Now, the company has started rolling out the new RMX1821EX_11.A.25 update to realme 3 and realme 3i. The update brings January security patch along with a dark mode quick switch toggle in the notification panel. The update also enables flash on calls feature on realme 3 and realme ...

Samsung Galaxy A71 5G with FHD+ AMOLED display, Exynos 980, 8GB RAM, 4500mAh battery gets certified

Samsung's upcoming 5G smartphone with model number SM-A7160 has been certified by TENAA in China after the Galaxy A71 4G phone (SM-A715F) that was introduced back in December and it was also launched in India last month. This should be the Galaxy A71. The spec sheet doesn't reveal the screen size or image, but it should come with a Full HD+ Super AMOLED display, similar to most of the mid-range Samsung phones. It is rumored to be the first Samsung phone to be powered by its own Exynos 980 8nm SoC with support for built-in 5G, compared to Snapdragon 730 in the 4G version. The SoC already powers the Vivo X30 and X30 Pro 5G smartphones in China. This reveals a 64-megapixel rear camera, but it is not clear if this will have a triple or quad rear camera arrangement since we don't have details about them or the images. The listing also reveals a 12-megapixel front camera, and a 4500mAh battery. 3C listing in China already revealed 25W super fast charging support for the phone. Samsung Galaxy A71 5G rumored specifications Full HD+ Super AMOLED display 2.2GHz Octa-Core Samsung Exynos 980 8nm processor with Mali-G76 MP5GPU 8GB RAM, 128GB Storage, expandable ...

HUAWEI P40 Pro specs and press images surface — 6.58-inch OLED curved screen, Leica Ultra Vision quad rear cameras with 50x SuperSensing Zoom

HUAWEI is all set to introduce its flagship P40 series at an event on March 26th, now the press images and detailed specifications of the P40 and P40 Pro smartphones have surfaced. This reveals a 6.58-inch OLED curved screen, Leica Ultra Vision Quad rear Camera arrangement that includes 50MP+40MP+12MP+ToF, Huawei XD Fusion Engine for Pictures, 50X SuperSensing Zoom, 32MP+Depth cameras on the front and a 4200mAh battery with 40W Wired and 27W Wireless SuperCharge, but the P40 Pro+ might feature 40W Wireless Charging. Huawei P40 Pro rumored specifications 6.58-inch OLED curved Display HUAWEI Kirin 990 5G (2 x Cortex-A76 Based 2.86 GHz + 2 x Cortex-A76 Based 2.36 GHz + 4 x Cortex-A55 1.95 GHz) processor with  ARM Mali-G76MP16 GPU, Dual Big Core + Tiny Core NPUs(Neural-network Processing Unit) Android 10 with EMUI 10.0 Dual SIM 50MP (primary camera) + 40MP (SuperSensing Camera) + 12MP Camera with OIS, +3D Depth Sensing Camera, Huawei XD Fusion Engine for Pictures 32MP front camera with f/2.0 aperture, 3D Depth Sensing Camera for 3D Face unlock In-display fingerprint sensor Water, dust resistant (IP68) USB Type-C Audio 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz and 5GHz) (wave2), Bluetooth 5.1 LE, GPS (L1 + L5 ...

OPPO Enco Free Review: No-Compromise Productivity

True wireless earphones are trending at their peak right now. It's true because so many products are coming out day by day, but it's also true that the market is still not yet fully mature. Especially when it comes to a quality no-compromise experience you get very few options, unlike the smartphone market. At the top is Apple's Airpods and its Pro version, then we have Samsung Galaxy Buds and its Plus version, then there are countless others from no-name new brands to audio specialist brands to mobile brands to style brands and whatnot. I've tested the Galaxy Buds, an in-ear solution and a few other varieties like neckbands, sports bands and even wireless glasses with directional speakers but never have I ever tried an Airpods-like true wireless solution. No, I haven't tried the Realme Buds yet, but recently, during the launch of the OPPO Reno3 Pro, I got a chance to start trying the Enco Free true wireless earbuds. It's a well-designed one-of-a-kind experience that falls under the Airpods-like category, which makes this my first time using such a device, so here I am, writing this piece to share my experience with what I consider to be an amazingly ...

OnePlus 7T, 7T Pro, OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro latest OxygenOS beta updates brings March security patch, Instant translation and more

OnePlus has started rolling out new OxygenOS updates for the OnePlus 7T (Beta 2), 7T Pro (Beta 2), OnePlus 7 (Beta 11) and OnePlus 7 Pro (Beta 11) smartphones that bring March Android security patch, Instant translation feature support in 5 languages and lots of fixes. If you have already flashed an Open Beta (you are currently running the latest Open Beta), you will receive this new build as an OTA, otherwise you can flash the beta ROM from the downloads page here. Check out the complete changelog below. System Fixed the frame rate issue to improve screen recording experience Updated Android Security patch to 2020.03 Fixed the random switch to Gboard while using SwiftKey or a 3rd party keyboard Optimized the adaptive brightness feature Instant Translation Added Instant translation feature, Provides real-time subtitles during video calls, supports 5 languages (English, French, German, Hindi, and Chinese) Source 1, 2