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OnePlus 8T might come with 65W Super Warp Charging support

OnePlus introduced Warp Charger 30 fast charging technology with OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition back in 2018. At that time the company said that it will offer a day’s power (50% charge) in just 20 minutes and 100% charge in an hour. Later it introduced the Warp Charge 30T with the 7T series, which is also being used in the OnePlus 8 series. Recently TÜV Rheinland certification listing revealed 65W fast charging for OnePlus smartphone. Now the Engineering Mode app in OnePlus 8 series Android 11 beta has revealed that it will include 65W Super Wrap Charger. Continue reading “OnePlus 8T might come with 65W Super Warp Charging support”

Ubiquiti routers including UniFi Dream Machine officially launched in India

Ubiquiti Networks, a California-based company popular for its wireless routers has finally launched its Ubiquiti India store that lets users buy the products directed. The company is currently selling its UniFi product line, including its latest enterprise router, the UniFi Dream Machine. This combines the plug-and-play ease of AmpliFi with the feature set of UniFi with UniFi Dream Machine. Continue reading “Ubiquiti routers including UniFi Dream Machine officially launched in India”

Jio Platforms to raise Rs. 4546.80 Crore from TPG, Rs. 1894.50 Crore from L Catterton

Reliance Jio has announced that TPG, a global alternative asset
firm, will invest Rs. 4546.80 crore in Jio Platforms at an equity value of Rs. 4.91 lakh crore and an enterprise value of Rs. 5.16 lakh crore. TPG’s investment will translate into a 0.93% equity stake in Jio Platforms on a fully diluted basis. Jio also said that L Catterton, one of the world’s largest consumer focused private equity firms will invest Rs. 1,894.50 crore in Jio Platforms, for 0.39% equity stake s on a fully diluted basis. Continue reading “Jio Platforms to raise Rs. 4546.80 Crore from TPG, Rs. 1894.50 Crore from L Catterton”

TECNO Spark Power 2 with 6000mAh battery, stereo speakers launching in India on June 17 for Rs. 9999

TECNO Mobile has confirmed the launch of Spark Power 2, the company’s new smartphone in the Spark series and the successor of last year’s Spark Power smartphone in India on June 17th on Flipkart. The teaser image confirms a water drop notch display, rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, 6000mAh battery and quad rear cameras. Continue reading “TECNO Spark Power 2 with 6000mAh battery, stereo speakers launching in India on June 17 for Rs. 9999”

Samsung Galaxy A21s with 6.5-inch Infinity-O display, 48MP quad rear cameras, 5000mAh battery launching in India on June 17

Samsung has confirmed that it will launch the Galaxy A21s, a new A series smartphone in India on June 17th. It has a 6.5-inch HD+ Infinity-O display, is powered by a 2GHz Octa-Core processor, which is new Exynos 850. It runs Android 10 with OneUI 2.0, comes with 48-megapixel rear camera along with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide, 2-megapixel depth and 2-megapixel macro sensor. There is also a 13-megapixel front camera. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy A21s with 6.5-inch Infinity-O display, 48MP quad rear cameras, 5000mAh battery launching in India on June 17”

Samsung Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy Buds+ BTS Editions announced

After leaks Samsung has finally announced the BTS Editions of Galaxy S20+ 5G and S20+ smartphones and the Galaxy Buds+ wireless headset. These feature a purple glass and metal exterior. The Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition and Buds+ charging case, also available in purple, carry the band’s logo and purple heart iconography. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy Buds+ BTS Editions announced”

Xiaomi introduces 30000mAh Mi Power Bank 3 with USB Type-C two-way fast charging

After last year’s 20000mAh Mi Power Bank 3, Xiaomi has announced its new 30000mAh Mi Power Bank 3 in China with support for maximum 24W (9V-2.6A) USB Type-C input and 18W output offering fast charging. It can charge Mi 10 and K30 Pro up to 4.5 times and the iPhone SE 2020 10.5 times. It has Polycarbonate and ABS body and comes with two USB Type-A ports with a maximum 18W output. Continue reading “Xiaomi introduces 30000mAh Mi Power Bank 3 with USB Type-C two-way fast charging”

iQOO 3 Android 11 Beta (Developer Preview) update released

iQOO is the latest company to release Android 11 beta update for its iQOO 3 4G and iQOO 3 5G smartphones. This comes after Google released the Android 11 Beta 1 for its Pixel phones earlier this week and OnePlus also rolled out Android 11 Beta update for its flagship OnePlus 8 series recently. Continue reading “iQOO 3 Android 11 Beta (Developer Preview) update released”

Mi Notebook Pro 15 2020 with 10th Gen Intel Core i5/i7 processors, GeForce MX350, up to 16GB RAM, up to 1TB SSD announced

Xiaomi has announced Mi Notebook Pro 15 with 10th Gen Intel Core processor, GeForce MX350, up to 16GB RAM, up to 1TB SSD, upgraded cooling system with dual cooling pipe, dual fans with larger heat conduction area, high efficiency and rapid cooling. It flaunts a 15.6-inch Full HD display with 6.53mm narrow bezel and 81.5% screen-to-body ratio. Continue reading “Mi Notebook Pro 15 2020 with 10th Gen Intel Core i5/i7 processors, GeForce MX350, up to 16GB RAM, up to 1TB SSD announced”

Reliance Jio offers 1 year free Amazon Prime membership for select Jio Fiber plans

After it was accidentally revealed, Reliance Jio today officially announced that it is offering its Jio Fiber customers free one year Amazon Prime membership, worth Rs. 999 that includes unlimited access to Amazon Prime Video, as part of their plan benefits at no additional cost. The offer is available for both the existing or new Jio Fiber users with Gold (Rs. 1299) or above plan. Continue reading “Reliance Jio offers 1 year free Amazon Prime membership for select Jio Fiber plans”

realme X50 Pro Android 11 Beta 1 update to roll in early July

After OPPO, Xiaomi and OPPO, realme just confirmed that it will roll out Android 11 beta 1 update for its flagship X50 Pro smartphone in early July. This comes after Google released the Android 11 Beta 1 for its Pixel phones earlier this week. OnePlus also rolled out Android 11 Beta update for its flagship OnePlus 8 series. Last year realme 3 Pro got Android Q beta, this time it is offering the update for its flagship smartphone.
Continue reading “realme X50 Pro Android 11 Beta 1 update to roll in early July”

OnePlus 8 Pro 5G will go on sale in India from June 15

After a slight delay, OnePlus today confirmed that the OnePlus 8 Pro 5G will finally go on sale in India in limited numbers starting from June 15th at 12PM on Amazon.in and oneplus.in along with the OnePlus 8 5G, which will also be available on Amazon.in and oneplus.in. The company said that it is aiming to start a consistent supply of OnePlus 8 Series 5G stock soon. Until then, it will continue with limited sales twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Continue reading “OnePlus 8 Pro 5G will go on sale in India from June 15”

Amazfit T-Rex with 1.3-inch AMOLED screen, military-grade durability launched in India for Rs. 9999

Update — June 12, 2020: Huami Corporation has officially launched its Amazfit T-Rex rugged smartwatch in India. It is available from Amazon.in & in.amazfit.com in Rock Black, Camo Green, Khaki and Army green colors. It will be available offline via leading stores like Croma, Reliance Digital & Poorvika Mobiles across the country by next week. Continue reading “Amazfit T-Rex with 1.3-inch AMOLED screen, military-grade durability launched in India for Rs. 9999”

Sony PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition design, new accessories and games revealed

At its online event Sony revealed the design PlayStation 5, and announced that it comes in two models, the PlayStation 5 console with an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive and a PlayStation 5 Digital Edition without a disc drive. Other features and the overall design are similar that includes USB-A port and USB-C port along with a power button. Continue reading “Sony PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition design, new accessories and games revealed”

Apple reveals WWDC20 lineup; keynote address from Apple Park on June 22

Apple already confirmed that its virtual WWDC 2020 conference will begin June 22. Today it has revealed the lineup, including keynote and Platforms State of the Union timing, and information on how developers can learn about the future of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS, and engage with Apple engineers. Continue reading “Apple reveals WWDC20 lineup; keynote address from Apple Park on June 22”