Xiaomi Launches 65W Universal Type-C Charger for Smartphones and Laptops

Xiaomi has launched a new 65W universal Type-C charger that can juice up smartphones, tablets, laptops, and gaming devices.

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Your iPhone and Apple Watch could soon lock, unlock, and start your car with NFC CarKey feature

Apple recently released iOS 13.4 update for developers, which brings a host of new features and gives us an idea of what to expect. 9to5Mac went digging through the update files and found references for a feature that might enable one to use their iPhone as a car key and more. As per the report, the update contains references to a CarKey API that might work with NFC-compatible cars. The feature might enable one to use their iPhones and/or the Apple Watch to lock, unlock or even start their vehicle.

The option will reportedly use FaceID for authentication and will work even when their iPhone or Apple Watch’s battery is depleted. “To use CarKey, hold iPhone or Apple Watch to reader. It will work automatically, without requiring Face ID. You can change express mode settings in Wallet,” reads the feature description posted by 9to5Mac. The pairing process will take place via the Wallet app and would then require the car manufacturer’s app to go on with the setup, the report claims. One would apparently be required to place their iPhone on top of the NFC reader in the car during the initial process and then the CarKey is supposed to show up in the Wallet app. 

CarKey might also be shareable with other people like family members and once added to an iPhone, it can be added to the Apple Watch. One might also be able to invite members to access CarKey via the Wallet app. Additionally, if the pairing process mentioned above fails, users could also enter a PIN code to add a key to the Wallet app manually. As mentioned earlier, this feature is said to be available for developers with the first beta update of iOS 13.4 and is expected to be rolled out for everyone when this version goes public. 

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Redmi 9A with dual rear cameras, 5000mAh battery and more may launch on February 11

Redmi is all set to launch its first smartphone of 2020 on February 11. On the same day as the launch of competitor Realme C3, Redmi announced that it will be launching a new smartphone in India on February 11. While Redmi doesn’t mention the name of the handset, the device is expected to be Redmi 9A. Additionally, Xiaomi India chief Manu Kumar Jain is saying that Xiaomi fans can expect two surprises.

According to the teaser tweet published by the company, the official micro-site is live on Xiaomi India’s website. Redmi is using the tagline ‘desh ka dumdaar smartphone' for its next smartphone. For reference, in the past, Xiaomi has used taglines such as 'desh ka smartphone', 'smart desh ka phone', and 'smart desh ka dumdaar smartphone' to hype the Redmi 6A, Redmi 7A, and Redmi 8A, respectively. Hence, the new tagline ‘desh ka dumdaar smartphone' is expected to be related to the Redmi 9A.

The teaser site reveals that the Redmi 9A will pack a 5000mAh battery. It will sport a dual rear camera setup. Moreover,  it hints at a new design for a better grip. No other details have been revealed at this point. The handset will be unveiled on February 11 at 12 noon. However, there is no information about the product the company is about to unveil at the event. 

Manu Kumar Jain is saying that Xiaomi fans can expect to see two surprises on February 11. One could be the Redmi 9A and the other may be the launch of a power bank.

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Nvidia GeForce Now Game Streaming Service Opened to All for Membership

Nvidia on Tuesday opened up for membership its cloud-based game streaming service GeForce Now, taking on Google's Stadia in a market that is primed for high growth over the next few years.

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Samsung teases Galaxy M31 with 64MP primary camera

Samsung announced a new Galaxy M-series smartphone last year. The company is expanding its range with the launch of Galaxy M31 soon. The smartphone recently bagged Bluetooth SIG and Wi-Fi certifications, revealing that it would come with Android 10, dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity, and Bluetooth 5.0. The company could promote the Galaxy M31 with #MegaMonster hashtag, hinting that it might have a battery capacity similar to Galaxy M30s.

According to a teaser leaked by two Youtubers, Samsung Galaxy M31 will come with a 64MP primary camera sensor. It is speculated that the 64MP sensor on the phone could be the company’s own 64MP ISOCELL GW1 sensor. The Galaxy M30s successor could come packed with a 6000mAh battery. It is tipped to be powered by the same Samsung Exynos 9611 SoC that powers its predecessor. The handset is expected to pack 6GB RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage. 

The Galaxy M31 could sport an L-shape quad-camera setup consisting of a 64MP primary camera + an ultra-wide-angle lens + a depth sensor + a macro lens. The handset is likely to run on Android 10 with One UI 2.0 custom skin on top. No information is yet available for the display size of the smartphone.

For reference, the recently launched Galaxy M30s is available for Rs 12,999 for the base 4GB + 64GB model. The higher 6GB + 128GB variant is up for grabs at Rs 14,999

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Coronavirus: Nintendo Switch Production, Shipments Delays 'Unavoidable'

Nintendo said on Thursday delays to production and shipping of its Switch console and peripherals like the Joy-Con controllers to the Japan market due to the coronavirus epidemic were "unavoidable".

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Realme C3 with MediaTek Helio G70, Realme UI launched in India: Five things you need to know

Realme has finally unveiled its new Realme C3 smartphone in India, which comes with some notable features for an entry-level phone. It is the first handset in India to be powered by the new MediaTek Helio G70 chipset, and it will go up against the Redmi 8, Galaxy A10s, among others. The handset features a large display, comes with a large 5000mAh battery that is said to deliver up to 20.8 hours of video streaming from YouTube and comes in two memory and storage variants. Here are five things you need to know about the new Realme C3. 

Realme C3 display and build details

The Realme C3 comes equipped with a 6.52-inch HD+ display that sports a ‘mini-drop’ notch. Realme says that the mini-drop display is 30.9 percent smaller than the standard dewdrop notch display design, which attributes to 89.8 percent screen to body ratio. The display sports a 20:9 display aspect ratio. Realme says it used the “Dazzle light texture technology” and the handset goes through 300 minutes of polishing to deliver the texture we see on its rear panel.

Realme C3 processor and memory details

As mentioned earlier, the Realme C3 runs on the MediaTek Helio G70 SoC and is the first phone to ship with the new CPU. The octa-core chipset is built on a 12nm process and has a 2.0 GHz clock speed.     The processor is paired with the ARM Mali-G52 GPU and the MediaTek chip also sports HyperEngine Gaming technology that is said to deliver an ‘enhanced’ gaming experience. The Realme C3 comes in 3GB and 4GB RAM versions that are paired with 32GB and 64GB of internal storage. 

Realme C3 camera and battery details

There are dual-rear cameras on the Realme C3, which consist of a 12MP main camera that is paired with an f/1.8 aperture lens. There’s also a 2MP portrait camera on the back, which assists while capturing bokeh images. The camera app on the handset also comes with a Chroma Boost feature that is said to employ a pixel-level mapping algorithm to ‘restore’ brightness and colour. It also supports HDR mode photography, slow-motion video recording at 120fps and Full HD video recording.  On the front is a 5MP camera that can capture ‘AI portrait Panoselfie” and more. 

The Realme C3 is backed by a 5000mAh battery that is touted to last for 10.6 hours while playing PUBG or deliver 20.8 hours of online video playback. It also supports reverse charging and one will be able to use the handset to charge other devices. There are three card slots on the handset, two dual nano SIMs and one microSD card slot that is expandable up to 256GB. The handset also sports a splash-resistant design, supports Dual Wi-Fi for faster data speeds and supports call and data concurrently. 

Realme UI details

The Realme C3 is also the first handset to run on Realme UI, which is based on Android 10 and ColorOS 7. The Realme UI features new icon design and will enable users to change the shape and size of the icons, along with their inner graphics. There are also new system animations that are said to be highly optimised. Some additional notable features of the Realme UI are dual-mode music share, focus mode and three-finger screenshot. The dual-mode music share option will enable users to listen to music simultaneously via wired and wireless headphones. Focus Mode will turn on Do Not Disturb to silent incoming notification and play some ‘soothing’ sounds. 

Realme UI also introduces Personal Information Protection option and the option is said to deliver empty information pages to apps that request for your personal data. Dark Mode is also integrated and is touted to work with a majority of third-party apps. 

Realme C3 Price and availability details

The Realme C3 comes in Blazing Red and Frozen Blue colour variants. The 3GB RAM + 32GB storage version of the handset is priced at Rs 6,999 while the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage version costs Rs 7,999. It will go on sale at 12PM on February 14 via Flipkart and Realme.com. It will be sold via offline stores from February 20. 

Launch offers on the Realme C3 include an additional Rs 1,000 off on exchange when people buy the phone via Flipkart. Jio users will also get to avail benefits worth Rs 7,550 with the handset.

 

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