OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro users complain about green tint issue on the display

OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro is just starting to make its way into the hands of users around the world and turns out, some of them are not happy. The OnePlus forum is starting to show a growing number of users complaining about the display on the OnePlus 8 and the OnePlus 8 Pro. The issue seems to vary in nature, but the green tint issue seems to be the most common one.

Users across the OnePlus forums have been reporting that some of the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro units have a strong green tint on the display when viewed in the dark. The forum is filled with reports of users expressive the same issue not just with the OnePlus, but also of many other recent smartphones that sport an AMOLED display, with the common thread probably being the supplier. Recently, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra was called out for the same issue.

Some users on the OnePlus forum are reporting that changing the refresh rate to 60Hz or turning on DC Dimming fixes the issue, but there are others have found that ineffective. Another user received a response from the OnePlus technical support team that an OTA update will be released to fix the problem. Incidentally, the green tint issue only crops up when using the dark mode on the phone.

While most phones are prone to some teething issues at launch, faulty displays should never be one such issue. It is also disappointing to see issues at launch be normalized. A smartphone, regardless of its price, should function as intended when it reaches the hands of consumers. However, with brands getting exceedingly competitive, it is becoming clear that they are not spending enough time and resources on Quality Testing the product.  Hopefully, this trend will change in the coming years and users would not have to deal with a faulty device at launch, waiting for the manufacturer to issue an update to fix it.

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Huawei Nova 7 series with 5G support announced alongside MatePad 104

Huawei Nova 7 Pro, Nova 7, Nova 7 SE and MatePad 10.4 have been launched in China. The latest Huawei phones support 5G networks, 40W fast charging and pack 64MP cameras on the back. The Pro variant has a dual punch-hole cutout for selfie cameras while the 7 and 7 SE make do with a single selfie camera on the front.

Alongside, Huawei also unveiled the MatePad 10.4 that supports M-Pencil and seems to be an affordable version of the MatePad Pro. Let’s take a brief look at the specifications, features and prices of the Nova 7 series and the MatePad 10.4.

Huawei Nova 7 Pro, Nova 7 SE and Nova 7: Price and availability

Huawei Nova 7 Pro starts at CNY 3,700 (~ Rs 39,700) for the base variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage while the maxed-out variant has 8GB RAM and 256GB storage and is priced at CNY 4,100 (roughly Rs 44,000).

The Nova 7 SE starts at CNY 2,400 (~Rs 25,700) for the base variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage and CNY 2,800 (~Rs 30,000) for the 8GB/256GB option.

The Nova 7 starts at CNY 3,000 (~Rs 32,200) for 8GB/128GB variant and CNY 3,400 (~Rs 36,500)  for the 256GB storage option.

Huawei MatePad 10.4 starts at CNY 1,899 (~ Rs 20,400) for the base Wi-Fi model with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage and CNY 2,199 (~Rs 23,700) for the 6GB/128GB version. The LTE variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage is up for grabs at CNY 2,499 (~Rs 26,900).

All the products go on sale in China from April 28. Details about availability in other regions are awaited.

Huawei Nova 7 Pro specifications

Huawei Nova 7 Pro features a 6.57-inch Full HD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) resolution display that uses an OLED panel with dual punch-hole cutout on the top-left corner. This gives the screen a 19.5:9 aspect ratio with the display curving around the edges. There’s an in-display fingerprint on the Pro and the regular Nova 7 for easier unlock.

The phone is powered by Kirin 985 chip that comes with 5G support and an octa-core CPU paired with Mali-G77 GPU. This is paired with 8GB RAM and upto 256GB storage options to choose from. The phones run on EMUI 10.1 that’s based on Android 10 AOSP and the company’s proprietary services.

All the thee phones feature the same primary 64MP camera with an f/1.8 aperture and support EIS. The Nova 7 Pro has a secondary 8MP periscope camera with upto 5x optical zoom and OIS support. This is followed by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2MP macro camera.

On the front, there’s a primary 32MP camera coupled with an 8MP ultra-wide lens. The rear cameras on all three phones can record upto 4K UHD videos and 720p slow-motion videos at 960fps.

All three phones come with the basic set of sensors and connectivity features including stereo speakers and Type-C port for charging. The phones are fitted with a 4,000mAh battery that supports 40W fast charging and the company claims the phone can go from 0-70% in thirty-minutes tops.

Huawei Nova 7 specifications

Huawei Nova 7 features a 6.5-inch OLED screen with a Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) resolution and has a single punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera. This gives it a 20:9 aspect ratio and unlike the Pro variant, the display doesn’t wrap around the edges on this model.

The phone is powered by the same Kirin 985 5G processor as the Nova 7 Pro and comes in the same set of RAM and storage variants. The primary camera is also the same, though the secondary camera is a slightly toned down telephoto lens with 3X optical zoom. On the front, there’s a 32MP selfie camera while the rest of the specifications remain the same.

Huawei Nova 7 SE specifications

The Nova 7 SE features a 6.5-inch display with Full HD+ resolution and 20:9 aspect ratio due to the punch-hole cutout on the front.  It is powered by the Kirin 820 chipset that supports 5G networks, with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G57 GPU.

The phone has 8GB RAM with upto 256GB storage options and is further expandable to 256GB via hybrid SIM slot.

Huawei Nova 7 SE has the same set of cameras as on the regular Nova 7 with the exception of a single 16MP front-facing camera. The fingerprint sensor is also side-mounted on the 7 SE, while the rest of specifics remain the same.

Huawei MatePad 10.4 specifications

The new MatePad has a metal unibody design and features a 10.4-inch display with a 2000 x 1200 pixels resolution and is powered by Kirin 810 processor. The tablet has two 8MP cameras, one on the rear and one on the back. The tablet is 7.35 mm thick and weighs around 450 grams. 

The tab runs on EMUI 10.1 but sadly doesn’t support Google services. The tab also supports the M-Pencil stylus that lets users take advantage of the large screen estate. Additionally, the tab is fitted with a set of four speakers tuned by Harman Kardon and four microphones. It’s available with upto 6GB RAM and 128GB storage options to choose from and comes in Wi-FI-only or Wi-Fi + LTE support.

Huawei MatePad 10.4 has a 7,250mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging out-of-the-box.

 

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Airtel Rs 401 prepaid recharge gives users one year of Disney+ Hotstar VIP Subscription

During the lockdown period, consumption on OTT platforms has risen since people are working from home or simply spending more time at home since they can't go out. What better way to spend time than catching up on some movies and TV shows, right?

Airtel Rs 401 prepaid recharge Disney+ Hotstar VIP Subscription details

It looks like Airtel is thinking the same thing and has introduced a Rs 401 plan. The prepaid recharge plan gives users access to 3GB data only and has a validity of 28 days. In addition, it gives users access to Disney+ Hotstar VIP 1 year subscription worth Rs ₹399. For those unaware, when Disney+ entered India with Hotstar, the subscription plans for the service changed. There is the Rs 399 per annum plan giving users access to Disney+ Shows, Movies & Kids content (dubbed), Live Sports including Cricket, Premier League & Formula 1, new Indian movie premieres, exclusive Hotstar Specials and latest episodes of Indian TV Shows at 6 AM every day.

There is the more premium, Disney+ Hotstar Premium plan priced at Rs 299/month or ₹1499/year. With this plan users get Disney+ Originals, shows, movies & kids content, latest American shows & movies uncut, ad-free & minutes after America, exclusive Hotstar Specials, latest episodes of Indian TV Shows at 6 AM every day, live sports Including Cricket, Premier League & Formula 1 and new Indian movie premieres. 

If you don't have a local shop where you can recharge your Airtel number, then worry not. You can recharge your number via an ATM. You can learn more about that here. For those looking for an Airtel broadband connection, know that Bharti Airtel CEO Gopal Vittal has said that the company is ready to provide 1Gbps connections to those that need it to work from home. He goes on to say that despite the lockdown, the company will do its best to arrange for installation as soon as possible. You can read more about it here. 

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The iPhone SE 2020 may have the same chip as the iPhone 11 but it doesnt offer the same performance Heres why

The iPhone SE (2020) was announced last week. Apple said the budget iPhone will offer the same performance as this year’s flagship iPhone 11 series thanks to the Apple A13 Bionic chipset inside. Now, AnTuTu has revealed the score for the iPhone SE (2020) and surprisingly enough, the score falls way below what the iPhone 11 series achieves.

The iPhone SE (2020) was listed on the AnTuTu database and a screenshot of the same was shared on Weibo. The iPhone SE (2020) scored 492166 on AnTuTu benchmark. To put it in perspective, the iPhone XS Max that is powered by an older Apple A12 Bionic SoC and 4GB RAM scored 443337 on AnTuTu, indicating the iPhone SE (2020) is at least faster than a 2018 iPhone.

Yet, despite Apple’s claims, the iPhone SE (2020)’s AnTuTu score falls well below what the iPhone 11 achieves. The iPhone 11 scores 517400 (the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max) clock even higher on the benchmarks.

Why did the iPhone SE (2020) score lower on AnTuTu than the iPhone 11?

Even before we get into discussing the scores, the iPhone SE (2020)’s score on AnTuTu is quite impressive. It manages to beat a 12GB RAM smartphone with a Snapdragon 855+ which was deemed as one of the fastest smartphones last year. Yet, Apple continues to claim the phone will offer the same performance as the iPhone 11 series. So why a lower score?

The AnTuTu benchmark assigns a score on the basis of how the CPU, GPU, memory and UX of the device performs. The benchmark also rewards sustained performance which leads to a higher score. The lower score could be a result of lower RAM on the iPhone SE (2020) (3GB RAM vs 4GB on the iPhone 11).

However, if you look at the breakdown of the scores of the iPhone SE (2020), it’s clear that the CPU and GPU performance is in line with the performance of the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. It’s the memory speed score that pegs it higher and more in line with the iPhone 11 trio.

The iPhone SE (2020) scores do indicate that while the chip may be new, Apple has limited the performance to ape that of the previous generation iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max, instead of the current iPhone 11 series. That’s not a bad thing at all considering the older iPhones still run fine for today’s apps and games.

Does a lower AnTuTu score indicate slow performance?

Not always. A big reason why Apple may have limited the performance of the A13 Bionic CPU is the compact form-factor and a small battery. The compact form factor means the heat generated by the processor will not have much surface area to spread out, which can engage thermal throttling thus limiting the phone’s performance. This will lead to a drop in sustained performance and likely be one of the causes of a lower score.

Another reason could be a small battery. Apple was mired in the batterygate controversy where it was discovered that Apple was deliberately limiting the performance of older iPhones to ensure there isn’t a drastic drop in battery life after a few years of usage.

To prevent a situation where the battery performance is degraded enough to reduce run time, Apple may have underclocked the processor so it draws less power, ensuring batteries are still able to supply peak power for longer and not wear down chemically that fast. It could be done as a means to prolong the time required for battery replacements which fit with the demographic that this iPhone is aimed at.

So, while you do see a 5 percent lower score on the iPhone SE (2020) as compared to the iPhone 11, the real-world performance is likely to not differ by much in general usage. However, there might be a performance difference while playing heavy games for a long period of time. 

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This is how you can play Red Dead Redemption 2 on your Xbox One for free

The lockdown in India has been extended till May 3 and for those of you that will still be indoors after that day to stay away from the Coronavirus, and enjoy some games, there is good news for you. Microsoft has announced that Red Dead Redemption 2 is coming to Xbox Game Pass on May 7. That's it. That's all there is to it. If you are wondering whether the game is worth the subscription or not, you can check out our review here.

For those unaware, Xbox Game Pass gives subscribers access to over 100 Xbox One and Xbox 360 backward compatible games on the Xbox One. Users can join for the first month for Rs 50, after which they will have to pay 699 plus tax for the Game Pass ultimate subscription. Game Pass is available in three subscription options. One is for the Xbox Console that gives you access to the library of games that you can download and play. The other is Game Pass for the PC, which is the same as the console offering, just for the PC. The last one, Game Pass Ultimate, Combines the PC and Xbox offering along with the Xbox Games with Gold Subscription to give you the ultimate Xbox experience. According to Microsoft, “Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all the benefits of Xbox Live Gold, plus over 100 high-quality console and PC games. New games are added all the time, so there’s always something new to play. Enjoy exclusive member deals and discounts. Play together with friends on the most advanced multiplayer network and discover your next favourite game”.

Just like Netflix, games are constantly added and removed from the Game Pass library to give gamers a good mix of games to play. Just a heads up - players have got until May 7 to play Grand Theft Auto V with Xbox Game Pass for Console. After that, the game will leave the service. If you want to keep the fun going, remember you can use your membership discount to pick up the game for up to 20% off while it’s still in the Game Pass library. 

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Microsoft to showcase Xbox Series X games soon

Gamers are worried about the next generation consoles being delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the rising cost of the consoles due to scarcity in parts. But, it looks like Microsoft is on track with its upcoming console, the Xbox Series X. Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer was asked on Twitter, “Hi @XboxP3! How are you feeling about the eventual reveals of new games and new info on the Series X later this year. How is planning going? There are definitely a lot of hungry fans out here!” To which Phil replied, “Reviewed plans yesterday for continued sharing through launch. Team is doing great work and adapting. I've never been more excited about Xbox plans. We've heard you, you want transparency/authenticity.  We plan to keep showing that way, next step is not too much of a wait (games)”

This means that we will get information about games for the new console soon. Even when E3 was cancelled, Microsoft was expected to hold an online event where it was speculated that the pricing and launch date for the Series X would be revealed. Other information circulating the internet suggests that this event could be in May 2020. Microsoft has confirmed that all its events for the next 1 year will be digital events only. So it will be interesting to see the information the brand shares about the console. 

Before the pandemic, Microsoft revealed the specifications of the Series X and you can check them out in detail here. 

Sony, on the other hand, had a wrench thrown into its plans of revealing information about the PS5 due to the Coronavirus. It held a GDC like talk to highlight the specifications of the PS5 and revealed the details about the new DualSense controller via a blog to prevent anyone from leaking the new controller. We are still waiting on the details of the PS5 such as the design of the box, games, launch details, and more. You can check out our comparison between the PS5 and Xbox Series X here. 

The Coronavirus has also delayed Sony’s most anticipated game of the year, The Last of Us Part 2. You can read more about that here. 

In other Xbox news, the Xbox One X will get its last official custom console in the form of a Cyberpunk 2077 console. You can take a look at all the details of that console here.

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LG Velvet with Snapdragon 765, 3D arc design set to launch on May 7

LG Velvet will launch on May 7, the company officially confirmed. The Velvet is LG’s new smartphone that follows a minimalistic design and aims to replicate the success of the company’s Chocolate feature phone. The phone has been heavily leaked and teased by LG as well. The official YouTube channel of LG Korea has been dropping videos hinting at the revamped design language of LG Velvet with its raindrop camera, 3D arc design along with some key specifications of the phone.

Earlier today, the YouTube channel posted a video revealing the launch date of LG Velvet. It’s scheduled for May 7 from 10 AM KST (6:30 AM IST) and the event will be live-streamed on LG’s YouTube channel and Facebook pages. Here’s the video LG posted.

LG Velvet leaked specifications

LG Velvet is rumoured to feature a 6.7-inch display and has a new 3D arc design with a waterdrop notch on the front. The phone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 chipset that comes built-in with 5G support, as has been confirmed by the company in previous teasers.

The Velvet is said to come with a 48MP triple camera setup on the back with the primary camera slightly protruding outwards and the other two sensors, accompanied by a flash, situated under the glass surface. The phone has curved edges on both the sides and LG assures us that it has minimized sharp edges.

It also has a 3.5mm headphone jack that’s expected to support Hi-res audio playback as is common with previous LG phones, and something the company is known for. The phone is fitted with stereo speakers, with a Type-C port on the bottom for charging. It comes with a 4,000mAh battery and could support fast charging of some kind. The phone is also rumoured to support LG Dual Screen accessory as has been hinted by a recent leak.

Nevertheless, there are only a few days left for the official launch of LG Velvet and we’ll know more about the phone in the lead up to the event.

 

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