Huawei Mate X foldable phone launch hold to September

Huawei Mate X foldable phone launch hold to September
Huawei Mate X

More problem in mobile paradise. Huawei is delaying the release of the foldable phone awaiting September. No, there aren’t any troubles reported yet but Huawei wants to make sure it tests the Mate X vigilantly after all the troubles Samsung is going through. The top South Korean company has canceled the release of the Galaxy Fold due to displays breaking. It’s been approximately two months since Samsung decided to hold off the launch. Hinge development and screen fix are coming rapidly but we may not see a June release yet.

Huawei wants to be confident that the Mate X won’t suffer the similar fast as the Samsung foldable phone. Extra tests are being done so the phone won’t smash down. There is no related problem experienced yet but Huawei doesn’t desire anything like that to happen specially now that it’s facing bigger challenges on an international scale.

The Samsung Galaxy Fold problem may be a incentive but perhaps Huawei really wants to make sure they’re prepared with the OS. It’s not clear yet if the Mate X will still run Android or its own mobile OS mainly since Google former decided to cut off business with Huawei due to the urging of the US government. Huawei says it will motionless be Android-powered but there is a opportunity license may be revoked.

The Huawei Mate X is planned for a worldwide release. It will previously contain 5G support, making it the first ever 5G foldable phone. The price may reach $2,600 or about 2,299 euros.

Huawei’s Mate X foldable phone was revealed off last February but it hasn’t reached the market yet. The mid-April launch was stimulated to June and then September. Cross your fingers it will be the last and official launch month.

The foldable phone is anticipated to help increase Huawei after reports about it canceling a latest laptop offering because of the US trade ban. The company still has plans to turn into the No. 1 Mobile Brand in the world but it may take a while because of the blacklisting.

Huawei seems to be equipped and positive about the situation. Google has announced it will stop providing access to Huawei but then eased limits up to August. Google has also lately warned the US government of better national security risks if it continues to stop Huawei from doing business with American firms and vice versa.

Samsung Galaxy S10 5G business version ready from AT&T

Samsung Galaxy S10 5G business version ready from AT&T
Samsung Galaxy S10 5G

Samsung has the Galaxy Note 10 in store up but while waiting for the next-gen flagship due in August, the South Korean tech giant still has the Galaxy S10. The series arrives in four variants: the usual S10, the light Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10+, and the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G. The latter was exposed a month later but it’s now prepared for more customers in the US. Forget about the Samsung Galaxy Fold for now. The company has its own 5G phone for the market. If you only worry about mobile connectivity speed, then the Galaxy S10 5G is for you.

Obviously, this 5G phone will only be available in countries that previous work on the 5G network. Its native South Korea absolutely has the smartphone ready. In the United States, the device was launched and then released in the marketplace via Verizon last May.

The Samsung Galaxy S10 5G is exposed with 5G Ultra Wideband on Verizon but it’s not broadly obtainable in the country as 5G expansion is still limited to some areas. Verizon is still growing its 5G service so anticipate further announcements.

As for AT&T, the mobile carrier will also present the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G. Pre-order has just begun. But more excellent news, if you are a developer or a business customer, you can connect the AT&T Developer Program. Be one of the first to collect the premium flagship Android phone so you’ll be capable to test and see what can be better or be done with the imminent 5G phone.

Samsung previously lists the Galaxy S10 5G on its online store. However, it’s only for Verizon customers. It’s not precisely exclusive but it’s been taking AT&T a while to roll out the said device.

The Samsung 5G phone will be all set for business and developer consumers. Before it reaches the regular customers, the Galaxy S10 5G will be out to the first group.

AT&T mobile 5G is increasing to more cities this year. It’s been working to improve the service. An early test has exposed a first in the US: AT&T hit 1 Gigabit wireless speed on 5G.

AT&T is anticipated to offer 5G to the following cities extremely soon: Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Dallas, Houston, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, Louisville, Nashville, New Orleans, Oklahoma City, Orlando, Raleigh, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, and Waco. Those existing in Chicago, Cleveland, Minneapolis, and Las Vegas will also obtain the ultra speed internet later this year.

When it comes to pricing, AT&T may offer 5G plans alike to broadband pricing. Not to be perplexed with LTE, if you see an ATT 5GE icon on your phone. It’s not precisely 5G yet, just enhanced 4G LTE.

The Samsung Galaxy S10 5G with 256GB onboard storage space may be sold for about a thousand dollars. It may be presented with 20GB, Private Wi-Fi app, and a $90/monthly fee for n months.

Huawei working on a top-secret mobile OS

Huawei working on a top-secret mobile OS

A lot has been said about Huawei’s largest challenge in the mobile business. It is still unclear what the expectations of the top Chinese OEM will be as there are dissimilar opinions about the topic. Google’s conclusion to cut ties with the company has made other US firms to also stop businesses with the phone maker. Interestingly, some associations and groups have been overturning their previous decisions. You may not concur that Huawei is a victim of US bullying but the opportunity other businesses will be exaggerated is big.

A lot of companies depend on Huawei. Google has previously made it recognized to the Trump management that completely ending ties with Huawei will sanction the latter to make its own OS. Having its own platform is a proper option but this may expose consumers to larger national security risks.

The Ark OS is a possible substitute for Android. The US trade ban is causing businesses to think twice about their participation with Huawei. Huawei seems to be unfazed but we suppose it is previously making major steps and changes in business strategy.

Huawei’s own operating system is said to be a product of an old project the executives in progress long before and not just from the previous year. A source is saying the senior management is previously revisiting the plans but under tight secrecy.

We may not be squeezing much information today but we consider the whole mobile industry is very interested in this innovative and new OS. Huawei is also said to have started inviting developers and publishers to carry their apps and games to the App Gallery.

We’re taking things with a touch of salt but it’s highly probable Huawei is all set with the backup systems. It’s not a big tech company for nothing. It won’t be the No. 2 in the world today, overtaking Apple, if the people behind it are not smart.

It’s not apparent if the OS will be based on Android but we don’t think Huawei will take that way moving forward. If Google doesn’t want Huawei to access Android, then maybe it will be best for the Chinese tech giant to come up with its own. Of course, there will be main hurdles but we recognize in tech, everything has a way around.

Samsung Galaxy M40 unveiling with Infinity O display, triple cams

Samsung Galaxy M40 unveiling with Infinity O display, triple cams
Samsung Galaxy M40

The Samsung Galaxy M may be an older series from the South Korean tech giant but it has remained throughout the years. It first brought AMOLED to the budget crowd rear in 2012 but the company seemed to have for forgotten about it awaiting previous year when the Galaxy M20 was benchmarked on Geekbench. Galaxy M phones were supposed to be coming and 2019 certainly started with the Samsung Galaxy M20 and Galaxy M10 launching in India plus Samsung Galaxy M30 receiving detailed previous to the official launch.

The Samsung Galaxy M series is said to contain a notched display and the new model is proof. The latest Galaxy M40 is a mid-range smartphone that boasts triple back shooters as earlier rumored.

Samsung India has just rolled out the latest Galaxy M40 with an Infinity O display and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 processor. It’s not a flagship phone but the specs and features are approximately premium. There’s a big near bezel-less 6.3-inch screen with FHD+ 2340 x 1080 resolution, 91.8% screen ration, Corning Gorilla Glass, 6GB RAM, Adreno 612 GPU, up to 512GB storage via a microSD card slot, and a 3500mAh battery with 15W Type C quick charging tech.

The camera arrangement includes three back shooters: a 32MP F1.7 aperture, 5MP F2.2 Live Focus, and an 8MP 123-degree Ultra-Wide Lens. The selfie camera positioned in the O hole is a 16MP shooter with F2.0 aperture. The triple back cam system of the Samsung Galaxy M40 allows 4K video recording, super slow-mo at 240fps, and hyperlapse.

Choose from either the Seawater Blue or Midnight Blue premium double tone finish on a sleek 7.9mm body. The smartphone previously runs on Android 9.0 Pie and One UI.

This one doesn’t arrive with a headphone jack but a pair of Type C earphones come out of the box. Audio is made enhanced with Dolby Atmos 360 surround sound and Widevine L1 certification for HD content all the time.

Samsung has implemented the latest screen sound technology here. This means the Galaxy M40’s screen transforms into a speaker when desirable. When it comes to security, there is the speedy Face Unlock and a fingerprint scanner on the back.

Nokia introducing low end phones to AT&T, Cricket

If you suppose Nokia is giving up the struggle to make a name for itself yet again in the overcrowded but still enormous smartphone market, think again. HMD Global, which is the “home” of the former giant of a phone brand, has announced that it will be present its first device on AT&T Prepaid, the Nokia 3.1 A. They are also growing their portfolios over at Cricket Wireless by adding another of its entry levers devices, the Nokia 3.1 C, as an alternative for their subscribers.

This is the first Nokia phone being offered to AT&T subscribers ever since HMD relaunched the Nokia brand back in 2016. For Cricket Wireless, this is the 2nd phone being presented after the larger Nokia 3.1 Plus came to the carrier former this year. They are obviously targeting the entry-level market looking for either a secondary phone or a device that is reasonable but functional.

The two devices are actually pretty much identical. They have a 5.45-inch screen with 720-pixel display and are power-driven by Qualcomm Snapdragon 429 processors. They have 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage space which can be expanded with a microSD card. Both phones have 8MP main cameras with LED flash and 5MP front-facing cameras.

The two budget phones arrive with 2,900mAh batteries, USB Type-C charging ports and 3.5mm headphone jacks. They will come with Android 9.0 Pie out of the package and of course the full power of Google Assistant.

The Nokia 3.1 A will be obtainable at select Walmart stores by June 10 and will come in black while the Nokia 3.1 C will be at Cricket Wireless stores by June 14. HMD says pricing will be publicizing the day of their launch.

Samsung Galaxy Fold fix still not done, many firmware available

Samsung Galaxy Fold fix still not done, many firmware available
Samsung Galaxy Fold

What’s the newest about the Samsung Galaxy Fold? It’s previously June and we haven’t seen the latest top foldable phone from the South Korean tech giant. We’re still hoping for the most excellent especially since Huawei isn’t releasing the Mate X anytime soon–at least, not yet. Samsung didn’t do a May rollout but originally promised a June relaunch as per AT&T. And then we were told it may no longer see a June release. At this point, we just desire to know if the phone will still see the light of day.

Many people are still expectant and with this news that there are eleven firmware obtainable for the Galaxy Fold, we’re feeling positive. The Samsung foldable smartphone seems to have some issues that want fixing. The display subject is only one but some testers have reported seeing popular apps’ interfaces like Instagram and Facebook are being cut. Sometimes, images are being blown up that you require to zoom out or scroll down to see the caption or comments.

Most of those issues are slight. A simple software update could fix them. But the difficulty of the display breaking is serious. It’s a hardware issue that may require a major change in software, design, or maybe even production.

Samsung still has time to straighten things out. The mobile industry just hopes everything will be prepared because the foldable phone certainly has potential.

Removing the pre-installed screen protector could be the reason for the screen breaking but it shouldn’t be. It’s a defensive layer alright but it’s not actually part of the phone’s design.

Samsung still hasn’t made things clear but we’re looking forward to an authorized explanation and solution. We’re crossing our fingers the company will add more warning and popups so the users will be fully informed. Let’s wait and see.

Skype screen sharing new feature now available on Android devices

Skype screen sharing new feature now available on Android devices

Skype is still extremely much in the running for messaging and video calling app of alternative, both for professional and individual purposes. Just previous month introduced screen sharing on their Windows Insider program so users can record and share their video calls. Now, this feature is rolling out to all Android users beside with some latest redesigned features for the app itself. You obtain a one-tap full-screen tool as well as a new-fangled “…” menu to be capable to access other features effortlessly.

The screen sharing feature is something that you can employ when you require to teach someone how to use a phone or an app or if you’re shopping and you require your friend’s advice on what to get or for work when you want to collaborate with someone without needing to open your computer. The idea is that whatever’s on your phone’s screen will be shared to whomever you wish for and even recorded for posterity’s sake.

The update also has a recently redesigned “…” menu where the screen sharing key can be found. Under that overflow menu, you will also see the other helpful tools that you may desire to use like call recording, subtitles, add people, etc. It will make your app and screen clutter free while at the similar time keeping the tools on the prepared.

The mobile calling redesign from Skype also makes it easier to keep your screen simple and fresh. While you’re on a video call, just tap it once and the call controls will disappear. Double tap it and all other elements on the screen will also be detached. Then if you need to bring the controls back, just tap on it once yet again.

Update your Skype app to the newest version to be able to enjoy all these new-fangled features.

Xiaomi, OPPO working on respective in-display camera technology

Xiaomi, OPPO working on respective in-display camera technology

The fight for a true bezel-less display may be over soon. That is, if the under display camera technology Xiaomi and OPPO are introducing will be implemented very shortly. Nothing is final and authorized yet but the two Chinese OEM are both showing off what appears to be a hidden selfie camera below the display. We don’t see any notch nor a camera hole. Oppo’s version shows slighter bezels though compared to Xiaomi’s. This isn’t the first time we’re hearing about the tech. If you may keep in mind, an LG patent showed a fullscreen phone with in display camera.

LG’s idea was exposed to us previous year but it’s only now we’re seeing a genuine, working sample. We can’t say what Xiaomi and OPPO are showing off are one and the similar but we’re not surprised these Chinese OEMs are first.

Xiaomi simply wants to provide us a sneak peek at the future and this under-display camera technology could be a leader.

Aside from OPPO, Xiaomi, and LG, we recognize Samsung is also looking into the full-screen smartphone technology. It previously started by launching phones with camera holes in front but a completely bezel-less screen is the eventual goal.

LG’s former design was thought to arrive with a slider design. That is another option but the patent said a full screen phone with under display camera.

The idea of a bezel-less phone first started when the notch idea came. The objective was to bring a bigger screen actual estate. If a selfie camera is hidden or is set in a different position, then the larger the chance of a superior display.

From notch to camera hole to pop-up or hidden cameras, the bezel-less vision is coming closer and closer to realism. Now let’s wait and see for any declaration from either Xiaomi or OPPO.

OPPO Reno Z out in new colors with 6GB RAM, 256GB storage

OPPO Reno Z out in new colors with 6GB RAM, 256GB storage
Oppo Reno Z

The OPPO Reno Z mid-range phone launched a few days before with a notch and a 32MP selfie cam. Those are just several of the highlights but we recognize the latest phone offers more than just a high-performing selfie shooter. The Reno is an innovative line from the Chinese OEM and we’re impressed there are a few phones existing already. There’s the entry-level OPPO Reno, OPPO Reno 10x Zoom Edition with shark fin-style selfie camera, and this OPPO Reno Z. An OPPO 5G phone is also prepared but for now, let’s focus on the OPPO Reno Z.

OPPO is set to release the Reno Z in Europe. We noted its price would be EUR 190 which is around $215. It is the first phone with a notch display from OPPO.

Today, we’re seeing a similar phone in Opposhop.cn. Oppo’s main website list the mid-range offering in Coral Orange with 6GB of RAM and 256GB onboard storage space.

To review, here are the specs of the OPPO Reno Z: 6.4-inch AMOLED display with in-display fingerprint reader, 2340 x 1080 Full HD+ pixel declaration, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, Kyro 360 CPU, Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, Adreno 616 GPU, 128GB/256GB built-in storage space, 6GB RAM, and 4035mAh battery with VOOC 3.0 flash charging tech. The main cameras include a 48MP Sony IMX586 plus 5MP depth sensor. The 32MP selfie shooter is placed right on the notch in frontage. The standard connectivity features can be expected: WiFi, 4G VoLTE, NFC, GPS, Bluetooth 5.0, USB Type-C port, and 3.5mm audio jack.

The OPPO RENO Z 6GB RAM with 256G storage space costs ¥2499.00 which is around $230. That is still a mid-range price but previously inspiring because of the high RAM and big memory.

Aside from Coral Orange, the OPPO Reno Z will be obtainable in Star Purple, Bead White, Extreme Night Black. Jet Black and Ocean Green color variants were also noted earlier but we don’t see them on Opposhop.cn.

OnePlus 7 Pro camera performance can, must still improve

 

OnePlus 7 Pro camera performance can, must still improve
OnePlus 7 Pro

OnePlus has been boasting regarding the OnePlus 7 Pro from Day 1. Even ahead of its official launch, we’ve been made to believe of the high-quality performance of the three back cameras. A teaser video confirmed the triple back cameras and yes, the Pro variant did turn up with three shooters. Camera zoom samples were also revealed off. The latest OnePlus 7 Pro has previously reached DxOMark and great news, the phone scored 111 which makes it in second place, behind the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G and the Huawei P30 Pro.

The smartphone’s camera performance is great but not lots of people may agree. Our hands-on knowledge is not enough for us to come out with a comprehensive analysis and close but the device can capture decent photos. Hardware may not be the most excellent but the software can do a lot to the images.

OnePlus may consider fine-tuning or tweaking the software a bit. It’s not forever hardware when it comes to gadgets. The software must for all time be updated because it’s the one doing the most work behind the scenes.

Many have previously tried the OnePlus 7 Pro. Some are proverb they don’t have any issues with the camera or video while others are not contented with the results.

A thread on Reddit presents the truth of OnePlus 7 Pro owners. The “camera sucks” according to some people who have previously tried it. Battery life is normal so it’s not really the most excellent if you’re forever looking for extra power.

OnePlus doesn’t settle so it posted a reply on the thread. Jimmy Z, OxygenOS Staff Member, said the camera team is working to examine and fix the existing issues. System updates will be prepared by next week and they are anticipated to improve OnePlus 7 Pro camera superiority significantly.

OnePlus will “never settle” in hearing the feedback and suggestion of the people and reviewers. The HDR effect and Nightscape mode will also be improved. OnePlus just require more time in making fixes and improvements.