Xiaomi creates Guinness World Record by opening over 500 Mi Stores simultaneously, plans to open 5000+ Mi Stores by the end of 2019

After creating Guinness World Record by building the largest light mosaic (logo) in the world, back in September Xiaomi today announced that it has created a new Guinness World Record by inaugurating over 500 Mi Stores simultaneously at the exact same time. Located across 14 states, all new Mi Stores were collectively inaugurated at sharp 12 … Continue reading “Xiaomi creates Guinness World Record by opening over 500 Mi Stores simultaneously, plans to open 5000+ Mi Stores by the end of 2019”

Google Photos for iOS gets the ability to adjust background blur and change focus

Google Photos for iOS gets the ability to adjust the background blur and change the focus. To edit, just pull up a portrait photo in Google Photos, then tap the editing icon to get to the editing menu, then click it one more time to edit depth and focus.

Apple said to have cut down additional production of all three iPhones

Recently it was reported that Apple has cut the additional production of the iPhone XR owing to the poor reception. Now according to report from WSJ, the company has cut production orders for all three iPhone models launched in September in recent weeks.

Realme will be the first to launch MediaTek Helio P70-powered smartphone globally [Update: U-series smartphone]

Update – November 16, 2018: Realme today announced that the first MediaTek Helio P70-powered smartphone will launch under new ‘U series’. Since the company has started teasing it might be launched in December.

Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ Android Pie beta with One UI rolling out in the US and Korea

Samsung has just pushed the One UI beta based on Android 9.0 Pie in the US soon after it went live in South Korea. In the US, the beta program is available for T-Mobile and Sprint and to those using an unlocked Galaxy S9 or S9+.

Google Wear OS H update with battery saver improvements, smart app resume and more announced

Google in recent times has pushed out several updates to Wear OS indicating that it hasn’t given up on the platform. However, the company has made few more changes and is now rolling out through the ‘H’ update. This update includes the battery saver improvements, improved off body efficiency, smart app resume for all apps … Continue reading “Google Wear OS H update with battery saver improvements, smart app resume and more announced”

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro launching in India on November 22 exclusively on Flipkart

Update: Xiaomi has confirmed that the Redmi Note 6 Pro will be available for sale starting November 23rd, 12 noon, a day after launch exclusively on Flipkart.

HMD Global schedules ‘Expect more’ event in Dubai on December 5, Nokia 9, Nokia 8.1 and Nokia 2.1 Plus expected

HMD Global today announced an event in Dubai on December 5th to unveil three new smartphones. It has #expectmore. The company is expected to introduce the most expected Nokia 9, successor of the Nokia 8 and the Nokia 8 Sirocco at the event along with the Nokia 8.1 that will likely be the global version … Continue reading “HMD Global schedules ‘Expect more’ event in Dubai on December 5, Nokia 9, Nokia 8.1 and Nokia 2.1 Plus expected”

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 with 6-inch FHD+ display, Snapdragon 660, triple-rear cameras and Zenfone Max M2 with Snapdragon 636 surface

Asus after the success of the Zenfone Max Pro M1 is working on the successor dubbed; Max Pro M2 and a Pro model. The devices come with ZB631KL, ZB633KL, ZB634KL model numbers. The ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2 ZB631KL is said to sport a 6-inches FHD+ display, 4GB RAM, 64/128GB and 13MP camera. 

BlackBerry Key2 LE Review

Optiemus has launched the TCL-made BlackBerry KEY2 LE, a cheaper version of the KEY2 in India last month. It was introduced at the IFA in August and has a similar design as the BlackBerry KEY2. Is the BlackBerry Key2 LE worth the price at this competitive scenario? Check it out the review below to find … Continue reading “BlackBerry Key2 LE Review”

Alibaba’s singles day global shopping festival 2018 generated $30.8 billion in 24 hours

Alibaba Group has announced that it generated RMB 213.5 billion that is equivalent to $30.8 billion of gross merchandise volume on November 11th on the occasion of the singles day. This is an increase of 27% compared to 2017.

Samsung One UI coming to Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note8

Samsung introduced the One UI last week along with Infinity Flex for foldable smartphones. The new skin is aimed at making the navigation much easier and designed around how we use our phones in the day-to-day. One UI will replace the current Experience UI which was originally known as TouchWiz. 

Xiaomi Redmi 6A, Redmi 6 32GB, Mi LED TV 4C Pro 32″, 4A Pro 49″ and 10000mAh Mi Power Bank 2i get a price hike in India

After Redmi Note 5 Pro and Mi TV 4 55-inch 4K TV price hike earlier this year, Xiaomi India MD Manu Jain today announced that it will increase the price of Redmi 6, Redmi 6A, 10000mAh Mi Powerbank 2i and Mi TV (32″ Pro & 49″ Pro) from today midnight. Xiaomi blames depreciation of the rupee (by ~15% … Continue reading “Xiaomi Redmi 6A, Redmi 6 32GB, Mi LED TV 4C Pro 32″, 4A Pro 49″ and 10000mAh Mi Power Bank 2i get a price hike in India”

Samsung schedules an event on November 14th to unveil new Exynos chipset

Samsung’s Galaxy S10 is right around the corner, but before the official launch, the company has now confirmed to launch the processor that powers the flagship. Samsung has scheduled a special event on November 14th where it will be unveiling the next flagship chip; successor to the Exynos 9810 which powers the Galaxy S9 and the Galaxy Note … Continue reading “Samsung schedules an event on November 14th to unveil new Exynos chipset”

Vine successor ‘Byte’ short-video looping app to launch in 2019

Creators of Vine has now announced the spiritual successor app dubbed ‘Byte’ which is a new video looping app. Not much is known about the app except for the fact that it is set to launch in the spring of 2019. Dom Hofmann says that it is officially the projects formerly known as v2.