Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite with Snapdragon 732 could launch by March-end: Report

Xiaomi could be preparing to launch Mi 11 Lite which is said to be a trimmed-down variant in the company’s flagship Mi 11 lineup. The Mi 11 Lite has been leaked courtesy of a Vietnamese YouTube channel that reveals the phone in two colourways along with key specifications and price. The Mi 11 was launched on December 28 as the first phone powered by the Snapdragon 888 processor, and it will be making its way globally soon.

Xiaomi will release at least 9 phones globally in early 2021. I'm repeating. 9. Phones. In. Early. 2021 That including the Redmi 9T (Jan 8th), Mi 11 and Mi 11 Lite 4G

— Snapdrachun 888 5G (@chunvn8888) December 31, 2020

A video published by Vietnamese YouTube channel ThePixel has revealed everything there is to know about the Mi 11 Lite. The phone was earlier tipped to launch in early 2021, including the Redmi Note 9T which launches later today. The video reveals that the Mi 11 Lite could be priced around VND 7,500,000 and VND 8,000,000 which roughly translates to a starting price of Rs 23,700 by direct conversion of Vietnamese dong to INR. The phone is expected to be launched towards the end of March in Vietnam, so we can expect a global announcement around the same time.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite specifications

From the pictures of the Mi 11 Lite revealed in the video, the phone looks to feature a flat-screen display, unlike the curved screen we have seen on the Mi 11. There is a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera up front and a squircle camera module on the back with three cameras.

The Mi 11 Lite is said to feature a Full HD+ display with support for 120Hz high refresh rate. It is rumoured to be powered by the Snapdragon 732G processor paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. 

The rear camera array could include a primary 64MP camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 5MP camera. The phone is expected to be fitted with either a side-mounted fingerprint sensor or a rear-mounted reader, but the same is not visible in the leaked renders.

We will advise our readers to take all of this with a pinch of salt until we get to hear something from Xiaomi officially. The company could be working on the Mi 11 Lite, and we will keep an eye out for any developments about it.

 

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WhatsApp updates its terms and privacy policy and you may want to read the fine print

WhatsApp's users were greeted by a notification earlier today about the company updating its terms and privacy policy for users and businesses. The pop-up alert included three key updates about the change in terms and privacy policies. WhatsApp's users can choose to agree to the terms and continue using the service but the changes in the terms and privacy policy will be in effect February 8 onwards.

The notification alert states that the update to terms and privacy policy includes more information about the messaging service and how it processes a user’s data. Besides, businesses can now have a look at how to use Facebook hosted services to store and manage their WhatsApp chats. The new update to terms also elaborates on how WhatsApp partners with Facebook for integration across Facebook Company Products.

WhatsApp has also updated its privacy policy page on January 4 and added more details on how it collects and uses information and how it works with other Facebook products like Messenger, Instagram and more. Similarly, for Businesses on WhatsApp, the company states, “When you message with a business on WhatsApp, keep in mind that the content you share may be visible to several people in that business. In addition, some businesses might be working with third-party service providers (which may include Facebook) to help manage their communications with their customers.”

The company has also detailed how it works with other Facebook-owned products for helping understand and improve each other’s services and provide integrations across these products. “We may use the information we receive from them, and they may use the information we share with them, to help operate, provide, improve, understand, customize, support, and market our Services and their offerings, including the Facebook Company Products,” the company says in its policy update.

The new changes will take effect from February 8 and users will have to accept the new terms and updates to the privacy policy to continue using the app. In all likelihood, users who do not agree to the update will lose access to the service once it is in effect. Previously, the terms and policy allowed users to choose not to share WhatsApp information with Facebook to improve the kind of ads it offers to users. However, the new update seems to make it mandatory for users to accept the new terms.

 

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CES 2021: Nvidia is set to unveil its Latest Innovations In Gaming on January 12

One of the biggest tech events of the year, CES 2021 is taking place on January 11, next week. As we’ve reported earlier, a lot of companies are looking to show off their products to a mass audience but the only caveat this year is that the event will be hosted online instead of the regular Las Vegas showcase. Understandable, since we’re just now getting the vaccine for Covid-19. Another company that is looking to show off its latest products is Nvidia. The company’s livestream will take place on January 12 and will be called GeForce RTX: Game On!

GeForce RTX: Game On is coming next week January 12 at 9AM PST! Join us as we unveil the latest innovations in:  Games  Graphics And more… Learn more https://ift.tt/2Kyeecm pic.twitter.com/Zb2VIhPV3a

— NVIDIA GeForce (@NVIDIAGeForce) January 5, 2021

The show will be hosted by Senior Vice President of GeForce, Jeff Fisher and will start at 9AM PST/12 PM EST on YouTube and Twitch. There isn’t much info on what exactly Nvidia is planning on unveiling at the event but according to a report on Gamespot, since it is Jeff Fisher and not Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang making the presentation, we should see new software instead of new hardware from Nvidia. But there is no concrete info on what Nvidia plans on showing off at CES 2021, so we will just have to wait and see. 

In other Nvidia news, there have been rumours that there will be an RTX 30-series of GPUs for laptops. You can read more about that story here. And that’s not all, rumors of an Nvidia RTX 3080 with 20GB VRAM have been circulating, given the gap between RTX 3080 10GB and RTX 3090 24GB cards. You can read more about that story here. 

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Agent 47 Scapes Burj Khalifa In New Hitman 3 Gameplay Footage

IO Interactive has released the first 5 minutes of Hitman 3’s opening mission, as it pits the player in Dubai to infiltrate the tallest building in the world - Burj Khalifa. Brought to us by Game Informer, the gameplay footage showcases the much-improved graphics, the gloriously breathtaking lighting and reflections, and a new high-tech gadget that adds a photo mode to the beloved trilogy’s conclusive tale. Hitman 3 is set to release of 20 January 2021, on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Google Stadia and Windows PC via Epic Games Store.

The video starts off by welcoming the player to Dubai, as we see the awe-inspiring shots of the tall skyscrapers, and are briefed on our first mission in the upcoming game. The targets, revealed to be a Carl Ingram and a Marcus Stuyvesant are partaking in an inauguration ceremony for The Sceptre. Taking control of our silent assassin, we then carefully traverse across giant support beams and scaffoldings in an attempt to infiltrate the high-rise building. An interesting detail to be noted here is that the act of climbing pipes is much faster now, compared to the previous iterations. This time around, we also have a partner in crime, Lucas Grey, an alliance we formed in Hitman 2, who will be assisting us in several missions. Previously reported leaks had suggested an optional coop feature as well, albeit not much has been disclosed on that matter. As we make our way towards the entrance, we are introduced to a new gadget in the Hitman’s arsenal of tools - a camera, using which you can scan, override and unlock windows that have special locks. Additionally, the gadget also serves as a photo mode, which is something that fans have been begging for years. The rest of the mechanics such as crouch walking and intel collection feels pretty much the same, and as always the infamous fibre wire is his preferred weapon of choice. Towards the end of the footage, we also get to see the crisp, next-gen reflections, much-refined lighting and the vast interiors providing endless room for possibilities, as a now well-dressed Agent 47 walks into a large crowd.

Hitman 3, the third and final entry to the HITMAN reboot series was first revealed during PS5: The Future of Gaming event, and will be taking Agent 47 on a journey across the globe as he eliminates the leaders of a menacing secret society. The game will also be featuring a VR mode, exclusive to PlayStation VR owners, where players will be able to experience the entire World of Assassination trilogy in virtual reality. 

Back in November, we had reported on another title that IO Interactive was working on - Project 007. As the name suggests, the game will be based on the iconic, old-school, British Secret Agent - James Bond, and will follow the very first origin story for the titular intelligence officer, as players try to earn their 00 status. You can read more on that here.

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TCL to launch next-gen mini-LED TVs at CES 2021

TCL is a well-known brand internationally for its bang for the buck TVs. But for some reason, the company hasn’t brought its most popular international TV models to India. Hopefully, that will change in 2021. TCL already has its 8 series Mini LED TVs available internationally and at CES 2021, the company is expected to showcase its next-generation mini-LED TVs. Internationally, TCL has its TVs running on Android TV and Roku, so it will be interesting to see the 2021 portfolio. The TCL CES 2021 briefing is slated for January 11 at 4:30 PM India time. 

"TCL is proud to be at CES 2021 and a member of this vibrant industry. As one of the leading consumer electronics brands in the world, and second largest TV brand in America, it is our mission to make life intelligent with innovative technology through our AIxIoT strategy. Moving forward we are committed to providing the best smart products and services to global users," said Kevin Wang, CEO of TCL Industrial Holdings and TCL Electronics.

TCL will debut new mini-LED TVs at CES 2021

CES 2021 will be an all-digital event for the first time due to the pandemic, and it will be interesting to see how brands show off their latest offerings to the tech enthusiastic community. 

TCL isn't the only brand flexing its mini-LED TV muscles. LG has announced that it will launch its range of QNED mini-LED TVs at CES 2021, combining the prowess of quantum dot and NanoCell in a TV to give OLED-like picture performance. You can learn more about LG’s QNED TVs here. 

LG Display has announced a bendable 48-inch OLED TV that can bend to the curvature of 1,000R when used for gaming to add to the immersion. The TV can also become a 48-inch flat-panel when consuming content regularly. LG’s 48-inch CX has been touted internationally as the display of choice for gamers, but sadly, the 48-inch variant of the CX isn't available in India. We reviewed the LG GX and you can check out our review of LG’s premium OLED TV here. 

Sony has also announced the date for their CES 2021 press event. Sony will, of course, show off its 2021 TV lineup. The company hasn’t yet revealed or teased anything about their upcoming TVs. 

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 9T specifications and pricing leaks ahead of January 8 launch

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9T is set to launch on January 8 globally and key specifications and pricing have leaked ahead of the official announcement. The listing for Redmi Note 9T went live on Amazon Germany revealing all there is to know about the upcoming phone. Turns out, the Redmi Note 9T has a lot in common with the Redmi Note 9 5G which was launched in China in November. 

Stay tuned for the brand new #RedmiNote9T launch event on January 8th, at 20:00 (GMT+8). Also, we have #MoreThanPhones surprise for you. #ReadySet5G pic.twitter.com/lcSxlhFxZu

— Xiaomi (@Xiaomi) January 4, 2021

The Redmi Note 9T was spotted on Amazon Germany in a listing that revealed key specifications of the phone along with its price. The listing was first spotted by Droidholic and was further corroborated by popular tipster Mukul Sharma. The Amazon listing states that the Redmi Note 9T has a 90Hz refresh rate display and is powered by Dimensity 800U processor with 48MP triple cameras and 5,000mAh battery to boot. The listing is still live on Amazon as of writing this story and you can check it out here and here.

Turns out the Redmi Note 9T 5G has also been listed on Amazon (Germany). Amazon is on "Fire" today #Xiaomi #Redmi #RedmiNote9T pic.twitter.com/omlp0wc66s

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) January 4, 2021

As per the listing, the Redmi Note 9T could be priced at Euro 229.90 for the base variant with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage while the 128GB storage variant is priced at Euro 269.90. Xiaomi has scheduled the launch of the Redmi Note 9T on January 8 and the event will be live-streamed online.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9T expected specifications

The Redmi Note 9T is expected to feature a 6.53-inch Full HD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels) resolution display with 90Hz high refresh rate. The screen has a punch-hole cutout on the top-left corner for the selfie camera and is topped with a layer of Gorilla Glass 5. The Note 9T measures 9.2 millimetres in thickness and weighs 199 grams.

The Redmi Note 9T could be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 800U processor with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G57 MC3 GPU. This is paired with 4GB RAM and up to 128GB storage options to choose from along with the option to expand it further by using microSD card. The phone runs on Android 10 based MIUI 12.

The Redmi Note 9T looks likely to feature a triple camera setup on the back with a 48MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 2MP macro camera. There is a 13MP selfie camera on the front and the rear cameras can record in 4K UHD at 30FPS.

The listing mentions that the Redmi Note 9T is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that could support 18W fast charging out-of-the-box.

 

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LGs new Tone Free truly wireless earphones are more expensive than Apples AirPods Pro

LG has announced two new truly wireless earphones - the LG TONE Free FN6 and FN7. While the FN6 has the same price tag as the Apple AirPods Pro, the FN7 is more expensive than the AirPods Pro. The highlight of the earphones is the “unique and innovative UV nano charging cradle with ultraviolet light that sanitizes the earbuds, eliminating 99.9% bacteria while charging”. 

“Hygiene has become an important parameter for consumers while taking a decision when buying a new product. We are happy to announce our latest launch of the LG TONEFREE Wireless Earbuds with the unique UV Nano and Meridian Technology, that will provide the perfect solution for audiophiles looking for unmatched hygiene and quality and the very best that audio technology has to offer.” said  Hak Hyun Kim- Director- Home Entertainment- LG Electronics India

“At LG, we have always strived to bring to the market the best quality products with the most advanced and innovative technology and will stay committed to our aim of keeping our customers happy by keeping their needs and safety at the heart of our innovation. To amplify our communication we have roped in leading singer & rapper Badshah as brand ambassador for LG TONEFREE, this will certainly help in creating joyful engagement with the youth.” added Mr.Sanjiv Soni- Business Head- AV division LG Electronics India.

LG TONE Free FN6 and FN7 features and specifications

Both the FN6 and FN7 come with 55mAh battery in each earbud with the charging case housing an additional 390mAh battery to charge the earbuds when not in use. Both the earbuds can charge within 1 hour. The FN7 has a 4-hour battery life with ANC (Active Noise Cancelation) on while the FN6 has 6-hour battery life. Both the headsets support Bluetooth 5.0 with Bluetooth Low Energy support and Google fast pair. Users can recharge the headset via the carrying case using a USB-C cable. 

While the FN7 supports ANC, the FN6 does not. The FN7 has 3 microphones while the FN6 has 2. Both the FN6 and FN7 have sound designed by Meridian. LG has had a long-standing partnership with Meridian who has provided audio mastering for LG’s soundbars in the past. 

There is a companion app available that users can download to customize the features of the earphones. The app is available for iOS and Android. The headsets also come with a bunch of different modes. In addition to the standard Immersive mode, users can choose three other presets enhanced with Meridian Headphone Spatial Processing (HSP). These are Natural, Bass Boost and Treble Boost. Both the headsets are also IPX4 rated for water and sweat resistance. Both the headsets are available in black and white colour options. 

LG TONE Free FN6 and FN7 price

The LG TONE Free FN6 is priced at Rs 24,990, the same as the Apple AirPods Pro while the FN7 is priced at Rs 29,990. Both are available starting January 5, 2021. According to LG, “Consumers can avail a 70% discount on the FN7 as part of a pre-booking offer, valid for 5th January 2021 only”.

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