Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC Official

Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC revealed with a massive 5,160 mAh battery and 120Hz screen

Starts from 229 euro

Xiaomi sub-brand, Poco, revealed its latest phone, Poco X3 NFC, the successor of POCO X2. It’s not a flagship but a budget model which brings performance to lower segments. The device is large with a weight of 215 grams and 9.4mm thick and not without reason because it has a massive screen, large batteries, and some cameras.

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Poco X3 NFC Specs

 Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 732G with Adreno 618 Elite Gaming GPU
RAM6GB
Storage64 or 128GB (expandable up to 256GB)
Screen6.67” FHD+ LCD DotDisplay, 20:9, 2400x1080, 395ppi, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10
CamerasRear
- 64MP main wide sensor (Sony IMX682), 1/1.73“ sensor, f/1.89, 1.6μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel, 6P lens
- 13MP ultra wide-angle sensor, 119° FoV, f/2.2, 1.0μm
- 2MP macro sensor, f/2.4, 1.75μm, 4cm
- 2MP depth sensor f/2.4, 1.75μm

Front
20MP, f/2.2, 1.6μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel
Battery5,160mAh with 33W fast charging
SoftwareMIUI 12 for POCO, based on Android 10
Headphone jackYes
OtherNFC, IP53 (splash-resistant), side-mounted fingerprint sensor, dual stereo speakers, BT 5.1, WiFi 5
Dimensions
Weight		165.3mm x 76.8mm x 9.4mm
215g
ColorsShadow Gray, Cobalt Blue
Price€229/€269 (£199/£249)

As for the display, the phone packs a 6.67-inch 1080p IPS panel (HDR10, FHD+, Gorilla Glass 5) with a 120Hz refresh rate. Since it is LCD it does not have the brightness and contrast of OLED which is also used in mid-range devices. Using this panel means that the fingerprint scanner can not be placed on the screen and Xiaomi has chosen to implement it on the power button. While in the gaming mode the phone’s screen works at 120Hz, it’s DynamicSwitch feature switch it at the conventional 60Hz refresh rate during general usage like video playback, etc. 

Inside the phone is a Snapdragon 732G processor, which clocks at 2.3GHz, 6GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and 64 or 128GB of UFS 2.1 internal memory. The new SoC offers a soft upgrade over the Snapdragon 730G binging a clock speed boost to the CPU cores as well as the GPU. POCO X3 NFC features an iquidCool Technology 1.0 Plus which offers 70% larger heat pipe than its predecessor technology. This new technology can cut down by 6 degrees Celsius the internal heat. 

At the camera department, Poco as chosen a quad-camera setup on the back featuring a 64MP main sensor (Sony IMX682), a 13MP ultra-wide shooter (119-degree field of view), and a pair of 2MP sensors for macro shots and depth effects respectively. The selfie camera is 20-megapixel in a “punch-hole” center-mounted setup.

Poco X3 NFC packs a massive 5,160mAh battery and you can expect two days of “moderate” usage as a result, according to company claims. It supports 33W wired charging and you can expect a 63% juice after 30 minutes of charging while a full charge takes 65 minutes. The phone comes with a 33W charger included in the box.

Other notable features worth mention includes a 3.5mm port, side-mounted fingerprint scanner, NFC, MIUI 12 based on Android 10, Bluetooth 5.1, and Wi-Fi 5. For more, Xiaomi will offer three years of updates, probably this will include MIUI updates and not OS upgrade.

Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC Price and Availability

The POCO X3 NFC is now available for purchase through platforms like Mi.com, Amazon, AliExpress, Gearbest, and more. Here are the prices:

  • 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage – 229 euros (~$270); Early bird price – 199 euros (~$235)
  • 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – 269 euros (~$318); Early bird price – 249 euros (~$294)

To get the device through the early bird sale at a discounted price, you can place an order in between Sept. 8 and Sept. 11. As for the color variants, Poco X3 NFC will be available in Shadow Grey and Cobalt Blue.

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Intel 'Tiger Lake' 11th Gen Core

New Intel ‘Tiger Lake’ 11th Gen Core processors for thinner and lighter laptops unveiled

Intel 11th Gen “Tiger Lake” Processors will make new laptops thinner and lighter

Along with the new processors, Intel unveiled the Intel Evo which should make it easier for consumers to find the laptop they are looking for and get the most out of it.

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While it remains disappointing that the company has not made progress in terms of 7-nanometer architecture like competitor AMD, Intel is trying to make the 11th generation of processors more appealing to consumers.

Intel Evo is Intel’s “ultrabook” initiative. 11th generation Intel Evo certified laptops will wake up in less than 1 second, have 9 hours on a 1080p display battery life, and fast charging technology.

But let’s talk about new processors. Tiger Lake chips come in two packages: one with 12 to 28-watt and one with 7 to 14-watt. Thanks to this manufacturers have more flexibility in designs.

The fastest Tiger Lake chip will be the i7-1185G7 with Intel Xe graphics and speeds between 3 and 4.8Ghz Turbo. For laptops, the fastest processor is the i7-1160G7 with Iris Xe graphics and 1.2 to 4.4Ghz Turbo frequency. Overall you will notice up to 20% more processor performance and graphics compared to the previous generation Ice Lake.

As for Xe graphics, they are not a replacement for a discrete graphics card for gaming fans, but Intel showed impressive levels of performance. For example, they compared an 11th generation processor to Xe graphics and the Nvidia MX350 where the first generated 55fps and the latter 50fps. AMD Ryzen 4800U reached a maximum of 31fps.

To achieve a higher frequency than the previous generation, Intel has used a transistor processing process called “SuperFin”. Intel says these processors represent the biggest improvement in performance and speed over a generation. A 7-nanometer architecture would definitely be what we expect from Intel, however, the company still finds potential in 10-nanometers.

The new Tiger Lake processors debut today in several laptop models from the manufacturer ASUS, Dell, and Acer.

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Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G

Qualcomm brings the best of smartphones into laptops with Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G

At IFA 2020 the company introduced the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G which promises significant improvements

Exactly in time ahead of IFA Berlin Qualcomm introduces the new generation of Snapdragon Compute chips. The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G will bring up to 50% better performance, battery lasting several days, 5G connectivity, better security, and AI capabilities compared to the previous platform.

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The 5G connection works with both mmWave and Sub-6, it will have multi-gigabit and Wi-Fi 6.and supports Bluetooth 5.1 The audio and camera experience has also been improved, while the “Aqstic” system cancels out echoes and noises to dim the outside environment. As for the camera, the processor aims to bring better performance to the PC, as it can support recording up to 4K HDR and cameras up to 32MP.

Two 4K screens can be supported with a single USB-C cable. Qualcomm’s AI Engine will also be included in AI options such as “accelerated eye contact” in video calls and others will be used for business meetings.

Qualcomm did not explain the improvements compared to the previous generation but is more interested in comparing it to Intel processors. Specifically, it claims that the 8cx Gen 2 has the same performance as a 10th generation Intel Core i5 chip.

In terms of mobile connectivity, the 8cx Gen 2 has the same X24 LTE and X55 5G modem as the first model, but it remains in the hands of the device manufacturer what to put and what to leave. Although the first 8cx model debuted in December 2018, the first 5G laptops only started coming this year. As for the 8cx Gen 2, Qualcomm says we will see the first devices starting this year with the Acer Spin 7, Acer’s first 5G laptop.

Samsung has chosen a different path, of a 5G laptop with 11th generation Intel processor and the company’s own 5G modem.

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Nvidia GeForce RTX 3000 Series Ampere Graphics Cards

Next-Gen Nvidia GeForce RTX 3000 Series Ampere Graphics Cards Announced: Starting at $499

A graphics card capable of 8K gaming while having a dizzying price

Nvidia has managed to build a graphics card capable of 8K gaming at 60fps with ray-tracing while having a dizzying cost. Based on the Ampere architecture, the flagship RTX 3090 costs $1,499 and overshadows the previous generation RTX 2080 Ti according to company CEO Jensen Huang.

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The company has unveiled the next generation of 3000 series, and this time they come with Ampere tech to greatly improve speed and performance. The best card, the GeForce RTX 3090, is even capable of delivering 8K 60fps graphics including ray-tracing. It effectively replaces Titan series cards but will be more available to the public.

 RTX 3070RTX 3080RTX 3090
CUDA Cores5,8888,70410,496
Boost Clock1.73 GHz1.71 GHz1.70 GHz
Memory (VRAM)8GB GDDR610GB GDDR6X24GB GDDR6X
Memory Interface Width 256-bit320-bit384-bit
Graphics Card Power220 W320 W350 W
Target Performance1440p/4K4K 60 FPS8K 60 FPS
Price$499$699$1499

The RTX 3090 comes with 36 Shader-TFLOPS, 69 RT-TFLOPS, and 285 Tensor-TFLOPS. It packs up to 24 GB GDDR6X RAM and will cost from $1,499 in the US. Expect to find it from Nvidia and other retailers by September 24th.

RTX 3090
RTX 3090

The new graphics card will take up three PCI slots and brings with it the full potential of Nvidia airflow. But what sets this graphics card apart is 8K gaming. The company claims it can handle games at 60fps at this resolution thanks to the extra power and DLSS technology. Like the cheaper 3080 and 3070 variants, the RTX 3090 is among the first graphics cards with HDMI 2.1

Nvidia says the RTX 3090 can achieve 36 teraflops performance compared to the RTX 2080 which has 13.4 teraflops. It is also 50% more powerful than the Titan RTX. Comes with 24GB GDDR6 VRAM compared to 11GB of 2080 Ti. Despite Nvidia advertising 8K gaming, monitors at this resolution do not exist. But what the RTX 3090 is 4K with real-time ray-tracing. The graphics card has a 12-pin power connector.

The other version is the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080, a direct replacement for 2080. It will cost from $699 and be available from September 17th. Its main specifications are 30 Shader-TFLOPS, 58 RT-TFLOPS, and 238 Tensor-TFLOPS. On top of that is 10GB of GDDR6X RAM.

RTX 3080
RTX 3080

And lastly, the cheaper version, an RTX 3070 will also be available, priced from $499. Coming in October, it is claimed to be faster than 2080 Ti, which represents an amazing value for money. The main specifications are 20 Shader-TFLOPS, 40 RT-TFLOPS, and 163 Tensor-TFLOPS. It will also come with up to 8GB of GDDR6 RAM.

RTX 3070
RTX 3070

Each of the cards comes with dual fan technology, with attractiveness capability, absorbing air from one side and exhaling it to the other side. 

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Xiaomi RedmiBook Air 13

Xiaomi RedmiBook Air 13 Unveiled, Weighs Only 1kg And Can Go Up To 16GB RAM

RedmiBook Air 13 is an ultrabook which weighs only 1.05 kg and comes with a 13.3-inch screen

Xiaomi is expanding its range of laptops and the well-known Chinese company has introduced the new model – RedmiBook Air 13 in the Chinese market, initially.

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The laptop screen has a resolution of 2560 x 1600p, with a 16:10 aspect ratio, offers support for the 100% sRGB color spectrum, 300 nits brightness, and the same brings the DC Dimming function. The RedmiBook Air 13 is powered by a 10th generation Intel Core i5-10210Y processor, which can reach 4.5GHz in Turbo Boost. It comes with 8 GB and 16 GB RAM options, and both variants have a 512 GB SSD. This slim laptop also has a heat transfer module.

RedmiBook Air 13
RedmiBook Air 13

The RedmiBook Air 13 packs a 41Wh battery that can last for 8 hours based on the usage, according to their claim. It also features a 65W Type-C adapter. As for the connectivity options, it features Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth v5.0, two USB Type-C ports, and one 3.5mm headphone jack. It has a full-size keyboard but does not include a web camera nor a card reader. The device ships with Windows 10 pre-installed and uses intel’s integrated GPU.

The RedmiBook Air 13 will go on sale on August 17, with a starting price of around $705 for the version with 8 GB RAM + 512 GB SSD. The model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD costs around $750. It’s available only in silver colour and there is no word for global availability.

> Check next: Microsoft Surface Duo will come in September at a $1,399 price tag

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Microsoft Surface Duo

Microsoft Surface Duo will come in September at a $1,399 price tag

Microsoft finally confirmed that the Surface Duo is ready for the market with orders starting today while  coming out on September 10

Microsoft is launching its dual-screen Android phone Surface Duo on September 10, priced at $1,399. A few months after Microsoft executives partially announced the device on Twitter, the company today officially begins the pre-orders for the Surface Duo in the US. Orders will be available at AT&T, online at Microsoft and Best Buy.

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The company had revealed the design of this smartphone for many months but only today we managed to discover its features as well. “This is probably one of the sexiest devices we’ve ever created,” Windows and hardware manager Panos Panay told at a pre-launch news conference today. “The Surface Duo does things that single-screen devices can’t do”

Microsoft Surface Duo
Microsoft Surface Duo

The device includes two separate screens with 5.6 inches OLED (1800 x 1350) with a ratio of 4:3 that are connected together to form a screen – of an 8.1-inch (2700 x 1800) total workspace with a ratio of 3: 2. Unlike other foldable models like Samsung’s Galaxy Fold, the Surface Duo is using real Gorilla Glass, and the screens are designed to work in a similar way to multiple monitors on a Windows PC.

Microsoft is using the 11MP f/ 2.0 camera, which will include automatic low light modes, multi-frame HDR capture, and a “superzoom” of up to 7x. 4K and 1080p video recordings will be supported at 30fps and 60fps, with electronic image stabilization. There is only one camera in the Surface Duo, which can be used for both video calling and main camera.

The Surface Duo features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor, 6GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of internal memory. LTE is available on T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon, but there is no support for 5G. Microsoft has been working closely with Google on Android for the Surface Duo. Microsoft had to rely on Android for the reason of mobile applications, especially after Windows Phone failed in the market.

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Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra

Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra unveiled: 120x hybrid zoom, 120W wired and 50W wireless charging

The most expensive model costs $1,010 with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal

Earlier this year Xiaomi introduced two flagship devices, the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro. Now the company to celebrate the 10th anniversary unveiled a new model of Mi 10, Mi 10 Ultra, which comes with a high-quality camera, 50W wireless charging, and 120W wired.

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While the Mi 10 Pro has a 108-megapixel camera with 50x hybrid zoom and 8K video, the Mi 10 Ultra has a 48-megapixel periscope camera with 10x optical zoom, 120x hybrid zoom and 8K video similar to the Galaxy S20 Ultra.

Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra
Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra

Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra Specs

 Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra
Display6.67-inch AMOLED (punch-hole cutout)
19.5:9 aspect ratio, 120Hz
Full HD+
HDR10+
Under-display fingerprint sensor
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 865
Adreno 650 GPU
LiquidCool Technology 2.0 vapor chamber
Memory8/12/16GB LPDDR5 RAM
Storage128/256/512GB UFS 3.1 storage
CameraRear:
Main: 48MP, f/1.85, 1/1.32-inch sensor, 1.2 micron pixels
Ultra-Wide: 20MP, f/2.2, 128-degree FoV
Periscope: 48MP, 1/2.0-inch sensor, f/4.1, 120x digital zoom
Telephoto: 12MP, f/2.0, 1.4 micron pixels, 2x optical zoom

Front:
Selfie: 20MP f/2.3, 1/3.4-in sensor, 0.8 micron pixels
Dimensions
Weight		162.38 x 75.04 x 9.45mm
221.8g
ColorsObsidian Black, Mercury Silver, Transparent Edition
Battery4,500mAh
120W wired charging
50W wireless charging
10W reverse wireless charging
120W charger in box

The Mi 10 Ultra also has a 48-megapixel main camera, a 20-megapixel super wide-angle camera, and a 12-megapixel portrait camera. The smartphone comes with a  di6.67-inch FHD+ OLEDsplay with 800-nit brightness, 10-bit color depth, and curved edges. The screen has a refresh rate of 120Hz and comes with a 4,500 mAh battery.

Under the hood pack a Snapdragon 865 processor with sub-6Ghz 5G via the X55 modem. Although is not the latest SD 865 Plus, you will get the latest generation LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage for a smoother experience.

The price range of the phone starts at $760 for 8GB RAM and 128GB memory. The most expensive model goes at $1,010 with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of memory. Buyers can choose from three colors: white ceramic, silver, and transparent.

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ZTE Axon 11 5G

Axon 11: ZTE brings a 5G variant for the mid-range segment

The ZTE Axon 11 5G comes with a 64 MP camera, AMOLED display and is particularly lightweight

ZTE wants to become a landmark in the European mobile communications market, Christian Woschitz, CEO of ZTE Austria & Eastern Europe, announced at a news conference on Wednesday. With this in mind, the Chinese manufacturer is launching mid-range, Axon 11 5G devices in Germany and Austria.

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The device has a 6.47 inch AMOLED screen. It has a resolution of 2,340 x 1,080 pixels, a fingerprint sensor integrated into the screen, and comes with a conventional 60 Hz refresh rate.

Quad-Camera setup with 64 MP

As for the camera configuration, ZTE uses a quad-camera for the Axon 11 5G. All four lenses are arranged on a rectangular surface on the back. The main camera has a resolution of 64MP, a wide-angle camera with 8MP, a macro lens 2MP, and a depth sensor also with 2MP. The front camera has a resolution of 20MP.

When it comes to video, the main camera can take 4K video at 60 frames per second.

Processor, OS, Weight, and Battery

A Snapdragon 765G is used as a processor. Axon 11 5G is WLAN compliant with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac standards and Bluetooth 5.0. It weighs 168 grams. Android 10 is used as the operating system. The battery has a capacity of 4,000 mAh. The maximum charging power is 18 watts.

Price and Availability

In Europe the model comes to market with 128 GB of storage space and 6GB of RAM. It will be available in black, and a white model may also appear. ZTE costs 549 euros. Sales will begin in the coming days.

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Intel Mediatek First 5G chip

Intel in Partnership with MediaTek Revealed the First 5G Chip for Laptops

The 5G MediaTek T700 chip is designed to be used on next-generation laptops with Intel processors

Intel does not build 5G modems after retiring from the business due to failing to meet the expectations, but the partnership with MediaTek has begun to bear fruit. The two companies introduced the 5G MediaTek T700 modem designed to be used on the next-generation laptops with Intel processors.

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In this partnership, Intel has worked on the integration and development of the platform for the 5G chip as well as providing assistance to OEM partners. The MediaTek T700 chip offers support for 5G sub-6Ghz technology. But the chip also works with 4G networks. MediaTek promised that this processor will be extremely efficient by saving the laptop battery while browsing the Internet or making 5G calls.

Given the higher 5G internet capacity, laptops with these modems will become a necessity. Recently launched laptops like the Dell Latitude 9510 2n1, HP Elite Dragonfly G2, and Lenovo Flex 5G use Qualcomm 5G modems.

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Galaxy Z Fold 2

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 Officially Announced

The new foldable smartphone should combine the advantages of the previous two models

Samsung’s smartphone with a foldable screen has been shown several times, but now it is official: Galaxy Z Fold2 5G. It has again 2 screens. The foldable screen on the inside is 7.6 inches while the Front on the outside, 6.2 inches.

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Both are larger than the screens of the previous Fold model. Samsung does not provide further details, but promises “the flexibility of a smartphone with the performance and screen size of a tablet for maximum productivity” and a “luxury experience”.

Price and sales start were not mentioned. We only know that this smartphone will be available in black and bronze color.

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