An interesting change in the YouTube Android app now lets some users playback videos at up to 4K resolution at 60FPS with HDR on devices with lower res-displays. The new feature is seemingly a server-side update as I’m using version 15.05.35 of the YouTube app and not the latest 15.06.35 build which released on February 13. Last year the iOS YouTube also app gained 4K playback with the rollout…
Nikkei: Huawei will cut phone production by more than half in 2021
February 21, 2021
Huawei is resolved not to sell its phone division, but it will not be easy going – the company is preparing for tough times ahead. reports that the telecommunications giant has notified its component suppliers that it will build far fewer phones this year than it did in…
Apple may launch a MagSafe battery pack for iPhones
February 21, 2021
According to sources, Apple is working on a new MagSafe accessory for the iPhone 12. A magnetically attached battery pack would let iPhone users easily piggyback a battery pack to juice up the battery. The advantage with MagSafe is that magnets would easily align the…
Realme GT 5G tipped to come in Bumblebee leather variant, AnTuTu confirms 120Hz screen
February 21, 2021
The Realme GT 5G is coming on March 4, which the company today confirmed will pack a Snapdragon 888 SoC, LPDDR5 RAM, and UFS 3.1 storage.
Realme confirms SD888, LPDDR5 RAM, and UFS 3.1 storage on GT 5G
While Realme hasn’t detailed the GT 5G’s specs, its VP Mr. Xu Qi Chase posted a screenshot of the phone’s AnTuTu results on Weibo with a score of 770,221, which is about 35,000…
Realme Narzo 30A key specs revealed by Geekbench
February 21, 2021
Realme is set to introduce the Buds Air 2 TWS earphones, Narzo 30A, and Narzo 30 Pro on February 24. The company has already confirmed the Narzo 30 Pro will be powered by the Dimensity 800U SoC but didn’t reveal what chipset the Narzo 30A will have under the hood.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G's One UI 3.1 update rolling out again
February 21, 2021
Samsung released One UI 3.1 update for the Galaxy S20 FE 5G (SM-G781B) in over a dozen European countries last week, but the rollout was halted shortly after. Samsung didn’t release an official statement revealing the reasons for pulling the update, but the good news…
Hot take: Motorola Moto G30 and G10
February 21, 2021
The early Moto G phones from Motorola were known as excellent mid-range phones with sensible prices. However, the brand has taken on a scattershot approach recently and it’s difficult to make heads or tails out of its product lineup.
The Moto G30 and G10 are a simple enough proposition – high resolution cameras and long lasting batteries at a reasonable price. The G30 even throws in a few…
Exclusive: Realme GT pictured at MWC Shanghai
February 21, 2021
MWC Shangai is starting on Tusday but we already have our first bit of news from the showfloor. We got an image of the Realme booth from somebody working on the ground and it gives us another look at the upcoming GT 5G flagship.
The Realme GT 5G is depicted in its Bulbelbee…
Xiaomi appears to be keeping a decently tight security update schedule for the Poco M2 in India. After dropping the major MIUI 12 overhaul package back in December, the Chinese manufacturer is now seeding a V12.0.3.0.QJPINXM package to Indian units.
Poco M2 Pro Indian…
Exynos 2100 vs Snapdragon 888: Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra sustained performance and throttling test
February 21, 2021
Our in-depth look at the differences between the US and International versions of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is slowly turning into a regular editorial series.
Today, in yet another edition of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs. Exynos 2100, we are taking a closer look at sustained chipset performance and thermal throttling.
As usual – for context – Samsung has been releasing two…
