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Lenovo officially teases Lemon K12 Series, to be announced December 9

Recently a new smartphone from Lenovo was spotted going through the FCC as a rebranded Moto G9 Power. The name of this device was pegged as the K12 Pro. Just a few days later, Lenovo teased a photo of the upcoming smartphone (that’s set to compete with the Redmi lineup). On Monday, Lenovo has officially confirmed its upcoming “Lemon K12 Series” as written on the teaser poster. This device we saw in the previous two reports are related, and at least one of the devices will be a rebranded variant of a Moto G9 variant. We wonder if other smartphones of the Lemon K12 lineup will be rebranded... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3oaOBgf

Samsung Galaxy A32 5G appears in CAD renders with an Infinity-V display

Last week we saw case renders of the Samsung Galaxy A32 5G which revealed its design. Today we get an even better look at the smartphone, thanks to the CAD renders shared by OnLeaks. According to the leakster, the Galaxy A32 5G will pack an Infinity-V display measuring 6.5" diagonally. And the flat rear panel of the smartphone, having a glossy finish, is made of plastic and will house three cameras protruding from the phone's body by just 1mm. These are joined by an LED flash and an unknown sensor. Samsung Galaxy A32 5G CAD renders The Galaxy A32 5G measures about 164.2 x 76.1... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3qgnK4l

Xiaomi Mi 10i and Redmi 9 Power incoming, likely the Chinese Redmi Note 9 phones

Xiaomi introduced three Redmi Note 9 phones back in March, followed by three more in November but the latter trio was designated for the local market. Or that’s what we thought - apparently, the Chinese company is planning to launch them online under new names. According to two listings on Google Play Console, the Xiaomi Mi 10i and Xiaomi Redmi 9 Power are on their way but the model numbers match with the freshly introduced Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 9 4G. Xiaomi Mi 10i and Xiaomi Redmi 9 Power at Google Play Console The company obviously cannot relaunch the Redmi Note... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3qgnEcZ

Bolsonaro's policies lead to 12 year high of deforestation rates in the Amazon rainforest

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Xiaomi Trumps Apple in Q3 2020 Global Sales, Samsung Leads: Gartner

Gartner has released its global smartphone sales figures for Q3 2020, and even though Samsung has triumphed with 80.8 million unit sales, it sees a marginal annual growth of just 2.2 percent. Xiaomi on the other hand sees a significant 34.9 percent annual growth, trumping Apple and taking the third position in overall market share. It sold over 44.4 million units raki... from Gadgets 360 https://bit.ly/3fTgF4N

Jabra launches Elite 85t earphones with ANC, up to 25-hour battery life at Rs 18,999

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Microsoft Teams support for Internet Explorer 11 ends, Microsoft 365 apps support to end by mid August 2021

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London AI lab DeepMind claims breakthrough that could accelerate drug discovery

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World AIDS Day 2020: Why it’s important to keep diagnosing, treating AIDS patients during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Redmi Note 9 4G China Model May Launch as Redmi 9 Power in India; Poco M3 India Variant Leaked Online

Redmi Note 9 4G China model is now reported to launch in the India market with the name Redmi 9 Power. Meanwhile, Xiaomi introduced the Poco M3 first in Europe and then re-introduced it as the Redmi Note 9 4G in China with slight tweaks in design. Now, both, the Redmi 9 Power and Poco M3, are expected to launch in India. from Gadgets 360 https://bit.ly/3fRrmF4

FAU-G mobile game appears on Play Store; now open for pre-registration: All we know

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Samsung is working on an object tracker called Galaxy Smart Tag

Samsung is apparently looking to expand its Galaxy brand even further than before, this time to also encompass what seemingly will be a smart object tracker, akin to Tile. We're assuming this will work in concert with Samsung's SmartThings Find feature, which was unveiled recently. SmartThings Find can find compatible Galaxy products with more accuracy, and the upcoming Galaxy Smart Tag is going to be one of those. But also, based on the name, it's most likely to be a smart object tracker, to compete with Tile. The Galaxy Smart Tag was certified by the Indonesian authorities with the model... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/2Vnp07E

World AIDS Day: Battles won and lost against AIDS hold valuable lessons for managing COVID-19

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World AIDS Day 2020: Despite ambitious global targets, India's progress in AIDS control falls short in a few crucial aspects

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Poco M3 can now be yours for just $129

Xiaomi's recently independent sub-brand Poco unveiled the M3 last week, and during the event it was mentioned that the introductory price for the new smartphone would be $129. This is now live on GearBest, for the model with 64GB of storage. If you want double that, the price jumps to $149. Both of these are limited time offers, ending in just over two days. So if you're interested, make sure you buy soon, because after the flash sale ends, the price will be upped by $20, as already announced. The Poco M3 is definitely a very intriguing device, with its price obviously being one of... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/36ne4gh

Moto G 5G arrives in India, sales begin December 7

Last month Motorola introduced its Moto G 5G as its most affordable 5G phone in Europe and now the phone is making its way to India. The Moto G 5G will retail for INR 20,999 ($284) and official sales start on December 7. HDFC bank card owners get an additional INR 1,000 discount. It comes in the same Frosted Silver and Volcanic Grey colors and is headlined by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 750G chipset which is a first for the Indian market. The 5G SoC is paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage which is expandable via microSD. You get a 6.7-inch FHD+ IPS LCD upfront with a centered punch-hole... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3g0NAop

NASA astronaut shares a video of the Earth while travelling to the ISS on SpaceX's Crew Dragon, it goes viral

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Microsoft reportedly fixes Xbox bug that could have leaked user email IDs through gamer tag

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Pune's Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope bags 'IEEE Milestone' status for contributions, achievements

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vivo V20 Pro price leaks ahead of launch, it is $405

The vivo V20 Pro is coming to India on December 2 - this Wednesday. Two days ahead of the launch, the phone was listed at multiple retailers in the country, revealing its price in the process. The mid-ranger is going to cost INR29,990 or about $405 for the 8/128 GB memory option. The vivo V20 Pro is the mightiest of the V20 trio, introduced earlier this year. It is pretty much the same as the regular vivo V20 but comes with a dual selfie camera (44MP + 8MP) behind a notch. Another difference is the Snapdragon 765G chipset that has an integrated 5G modem, although the use of this... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3lfx6tm

Automation to drive business continuity, efficiency and value addition from human resources

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PCOS and diabetes risk increases with obesity – here's how they affect fertility in women

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ZTE Blade V2021 5G incoming on December 2

ZTE might be having trouble on the international scene but the company keeps pushing phones in its domestic market. The latest handset is expected to arrive on December 2 and will be called ZTE Blade V2021 5G. The phone is already listed on JD.com with some key features and specs, but pricing and availability are likely to be announced on Wednesday. ZTE Blade V2021 5G promo images The Blade V2021 5G has a 48MP main camera on the back. It will be joined by an 8MP ultrawide-angle cam and a 2MP depth sensor for portraits, and the trio will be accompanied by a dual-color dual-LED... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/39pqsOP

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 will reportedly feature a 120Hz refresh rate display

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Moto G 5G with a triple rear camera setup to launch today at 12 pm: All we know so far

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New Science, Technology & Innovation Policy 2020 pushes for decentralization, 'renewed STI ecosystem'

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Oppo Reno 5 Pro 5G Appears on HDR10+ Certification Site With Model Numbers PDSM00, PDST00

Oppo Reno 5 Pro 5G has appeared on an HDR10+ certification site. Two variants of the upcoming Oppo Reno 5 Pro 5G, carrying model numbers PDSM00 and PDST00, were listed on the site. . The smartphones were spotted on TENNA a few days ago, revealing key specifications such as a quad rear camera setup featuring a 64-megapixel camera. from Gadgets 360 https://bit.ly/33teXCc

Should the isolation periods be shorter than 14 days for people infected with COVID-19?

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World's smallest memory device created to further energy-efficient computing chips

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Sony WF-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling TWS Earphones Review: Good sound, great ANC, limited features

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Buzz Buzz: Danish Mayfly is named the Insect of the Year for 2021

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Big Tech in the US to see no ease in scrutiny even as Joe Biden returns to White House

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Lypertek Levi review

Lypertek is a small Chinese audio manufacturer that shot to prominence last year with its in-ear TWS earbuds, the Lypertek Tevi. The Tevi received rave reviews from critics for its audio quality despite its budget-friendly $90 price tag and remains one of the most well-regarded product in its price range. The Levi that we are reviewing today is an even more affordable model in the company's lineup that only has three other models, including the Tevi. The Levi is priced at $60 and promises much of the same audio quality that popularized its elder sibling along with several other... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/37pNXoC

Top 10 trending phones of week 48

Unsurprisingly the Poco M3 retained its lead in the week of its official announcement that super aggressively priced mid-ranger seemingly making the holiday shopping shortlist for many. It's joined by the newly announced Redmi Note 9 4G that got many people interested despite being a China exclusive for the time being. The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max completes the podium, sitting a step lower compared to the previous two weeks. The Poco X3 NFC's streak in fourth goes on for another week, while the international Redmi Note 9 Pro rose up to fifth. This pushes the Samsung Galaxy A51 down to... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3fPj7cQ

Week 48 in review: Poco M3, Redmi Note 9 trio official

Welcome to another week's recap. The biggest story is the European Parliament's vote in favor of users' right to repair. Starting in January, countries like France will begin labeling smartphones, laptops and other electronics with a repairability score of 1 through to 10. This new label will help buyers find a device they'll be able to easily repair instead of just replace down the line. Also this week Pocophone announced the Poco M3 with a 6,000mAh battery that can go for days and even charge other devices. The Poco M3 is already on sale in the US for $129, and is hitting Europe on... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3o6bcdP

Weekly poll: what do you think of the Poco M3?

The Poco M3 became available in the US and Europe this Friday – and since this isn’t just any other Friday, the $150/€150 phone was discounted to $130/€130. The price just about fits in the entry-level segment, but the phone’s 1080p+ display, Snapdragon 662 chipset and 48MP camera make it more of a mid-ranger. A great value-for-money mid-ranger with a large 6,000mAh battery. It supports forward and reverse charging at 18W and is enough to last 17 hours of nonstop video playback. The video you will enjoy on a 6.53” IPS LCD with 1080p+ resolution, even though many phones in this price... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/36fQfHe

Weekly poll results: Realme 7 5G gets a lukewarm reception, its Black Friday gambit fails

The need for 5G is a contentious topic with many still not being sold on the next-gen network technology – or just plain not having access to it. Which doesn’t bode well for the Realme 7 5G whose defining feature is... well, it says it right in the name. However, the results from last week’s poll show that lack of 5G hype is not the phone’s biggest issue. No, most voters aren’t convinced that this is the best 5G mid-ranger that money can buy, not even with the Black Friday discount it had this week. Some are holding off until reviews of the phone come out – speaking of which, check... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/37fx67D

Oppo Reno5 Pro 5G moniker confirmed ahead of imminent launch

A couple of Oppo smartphones with model designations PDSM00 and PDST00 got TENAA certified recently. These are said to be two versions of the Reno5 Pro 5G, and now we know that they are indeed different variants of the Reno5 Pro 5G as both have been HDR10+ certified, confirming the moniker in the process. The organization's website doesn't include any specs of the Reno5 Pro 5G, but thanks to TENAA, we know it will sport a 6.55" FullHD+ screen and pack a 4,250 mAh battery, likely having 65W charging support. The smartphone will have a total of five cameras onboard - a 32MP selfie... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3qcv9RY

Nokia 5.4 to come with a punch hole display, memory and color options detailed

HMD Global announced the Nokia 5.3 back in March, and now we learn about the Nokia 5.4, which according to Nokiapoweruser will launch sooner than expected. The publication also claims that unlike the 5.3 that packs a waterdrop notch display, the 5.4's screen will come with a punch hole and will measure around 6.4" diagonally. It will also have a better chipset at the helm, but it's unclear which one exactly. Nokia 5.3 The source further claims that Nokia 5.4 will have two memory configurations - 4GB/64GB and 4GB/128GB. It will come in Blue and Purple shades at first, but more... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3fIfpSb

Realme 7 Pro gets Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 under Early Access Program

Realme detailed the Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 in September and revealed the Early Access Roadmap with the list of smartphones eligible to get its latest custom Android skin. The X50 Pro 5G and Narzo 20 have already received Realme UI 2.0, and today the Realme 7 Pro joins them as the company has opened the Early Access Program for the Snapdragon 720G-powered smartphone. Those interested can apply for the program by heading to the Settings > Software Update menu on their Realme 7 Pro, tap on the gear icon in the top-right corner of the screen, then on Trial version, and then submit... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3fJSmWV

Moto G9 Plus Spotted on BIS Certification Site, Hints at India Launch: Report

Moto G9 Plus has been spotted on Indian BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification website, hinting at a future launch in the country. The phone has already gone official in Brazil in September, and since then there has been no clarity on whether it will be launched in the Indian market or not. However, the fresh BIS listing raises hopes of an India launch in the ... from Gadgets 360 https://bit.ly/2HKC6II

Samsung Display teases tri-folding screen and rollable devices

Samsung may have indirectly teased two eventual devices. On Samsung Display’s blog, the company has released two sketches of new devices that could plausibly arrive as a real Samsung device in the coming years. In the first illustration, a device with a tri-folding display reimagines the Galaxy Fold. This new design would eliminate the Fold’s need for an external display, as it could fold down to a third of its unfolded footprint and only use the top section of the screen. The small logo at the bottom of the sketch reads “Samsung OLED”. The next drawing imagines a rollable... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3qb2D3t

Amazfit Bip U review: A simple, affordable fitness watch with a bunch of cool features

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Molecular testing is a crucial tool for diagnosis, insights to lower antimicrobial resistance burden

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Realme Black Friday sale: Deals on Realme C3, Realme 7 Pro, Narzo 20 Pro and more

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Xiaomi Black Friday sale: Best deals on Redmi 9 Prime, Mi Watch Revolve, Redmi Note 9 Pro and more

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Indian government issues fresh guidelines for cab aggregators like Uber, Ola putting a cap on surge pricing

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Volcanic eruptions may help better predict Indian monsoons, claims Indo-German research team

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Deal: Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is currently down to $549

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G 128GB variant that was launched at $700 in the US is currently available for $549 on Amazon. And if you decide to buy it from Samsung's official site, you'll have to shell out $600. Samsung has also slashed the price of the 256GB model from $770 to $670. However, you can get the 128GB model for as low as $140 and the 256GB variant for $210 if you trade-in your old smartphone. The discount on 128GB and 256GB variants on Samsung's online store is applicable on both unlocked and carrier-locked units. The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is powered by the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/3fJ1nQ1

Stable build of EMUI 11 rolling out to P40 , P40 Pro, and Mate 30 Pro

Huawei has just begun rolling out EMUI 11 stable for the Huawei P40, P40 Pro, and the Mate 30 Pro. A screenshot of the update has been posted to Reddit from Huawei Ailesi. Though the changelog is in Turkish, we can see some of the noted updated, which aren’t very significant compared to what’s been available on the Beta. The most notable changes are the subtle ones that further signify Huawei’s reliance on Android is switch to Huawei’s Harmony OS. For example, in the boot-up screen, the EMUI splash display still says “Powered by Android” but no longer uses the green Android... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/33o0EPf

Huawei's boss wants recently sold Honor to become its biggest competitor

Earlier this month the persistent rumors were proven true: Huawei sold off its Honor brand to a consortium of Chinese companies. The sale was widely believed to have been triggered by the various bans that Huawei has been subjected to by the US government. Today Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei admitted at a company employee forum that the sale was necessary because of the smartphone unit being "under tremendous pressure due to a persistent unavailability of technical elements needed". He added that Huawei could overcome the difficulties, but decided to sell Honor so that the people it... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://bit.ly/2VhcW7z

Redmi Note 9 5G, Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 9 4G, Redmi Watch launched in China: All you need to know

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Vivo V20 Pro India Launch Confirmed for December 2: Expected Price, Specifications

Vivo V20 Pro India launch is set for Wednesday, December 2, the company confirmed through a media invite. The new Vivo phone was unveiled alongside Vivo V20 in Thailand in September. Vivo V20 Pro comes with dual selfie cameras as well as includes an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC. from Gadgets 360 https://bit.ly/36aZdWv

Ubisoft releases trailer of Immortals Fenyx Rising, to be available on 3 December

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PlayStation 5 consoles manufactured outside of India will not come with Sony India warranty: Report

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