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Huawei unveils P Smart Z with pop-up selfie camera

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Huawei unveils P Smart Z with pop-up selfie camera
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The pop-up selfie camera has been very famous in smartphones now. Previously, there is a rumor circulating around that Huawei is planning to announce its first ever pop-up selfie camera smartphone. Looks like today the rumor has been true. Huawei finally follows the trend of the pop-up camera to remove the notch completely. It is naming its smartphone as Huawei P Smart Z.

First of all, the Huawei P Smart Z comes with a 16MP pop-up selfie camera. It takes about one second for the selfie camera to pop-up. If you notice in the Huawei’s website, they share the pop-up mechanism able to withstand 12kg of pressure and it is resistance over 100,000 times.

The P Smart Z comes with a larger 6.59″ Full HD+ display which doesn’t have a notch or punch-holes. As in the previous render image, it has an earpiece at the top of the phone. If you notice on the back side, Huawei didn’t follow its original smartphone design. Same as the Google Pixel smartphone, Huawei P Smart Z has a dual-tone appearance.

huawei p smart z back design color green

Since this is Huawei’s mid-range smartphone, Huawei P Smart Z comes with a dual-camera setup. The main rear camera comes with a 16MP f/1.8 and the second camera comes with a 2MP camera sensor. As usual, photos are assisted by its own AI where it is able to recognize more than 500 scenarios in 22 categories in real-time. The AI processing is being done by Huawei’s Kirin 710F processor.

The Huawei P Smart Z features a 4GB of RAM with 64GB of internal storage. P Smart Z has a 4,000mAh battery to power the smartphone. You can get this smartphone in three colors which are Midnight Black, Emerald Green, and Sapphire Blue. Other than that, Huawei also retains its 3.5mm headphone jack with its rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.

In conclusion, the official price of the Huawei P Smart Z in Italy is EURO 280 (RM1,299). What we understand is, Huawei might release this smartphone in Malaysia too as the new model of Nova smartphone. At this moment, Huawei did not mention when the phone will reach to the consumer markets.

This render reveals the 2019 iPhone XR with dual cameras

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This render reveals the 2019 iPhone XR with dual cameras
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Previously, we got to know Apple next iPhone XI will have triple-camera setup. Now, looks like Apple is planning to add a dual camera setup for the 2019 iPhone XR. The current iPhone XR has only a single camera at the rear. Based on the rendered images below, the iPhone XR will have the triple-camera setup with a larger camera bump.

This leak is from the famous leaker @Onleaks. He shares the renders of the 2019 iPhone XR on his Twitter account.

The new iPhone XR will be having the same thick bezel as the current iPhone XR. The camera bump is almost similar to the iPhone XI which will be releasing together on September 2019. The only difference between these two iPhones is the camera setup. The iPhone XI will come with a triple-camera setup and the iPhone XR will have a dual-camera setup. Since most of the smartphones now are having the ultra-wide-angle lens, Apple might also follow the same trend.

In conclusion, what we can expect from Apple is the new iPhone XR is going to be identical to the current iPhone XR. The only changes could be the camera setup. Rest is still the same. As for now, these are the information we have it on our hand. Stay tuned to our website for more updates on the new iPhones.

Google teases it’s working on a foldable smartphone

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Google teases it’s working on a foldable smartphone
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We all know that Samsung is the first one to serve the consumer market with a foldable smartphone which is the Samsung Galaxy Fold. However, ended up Samsung had to hold off the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Fold due to the problem with its screen layer which peels off. Other than Samsung, Huawei also announces that they will launch their first foldable smartphone, Huawei Mate X. Now, during the 2019 Google I/O developer conference, Google reveals that it is working on the foldable smartphone too. As for now, it is still under the prototyping stage for quite some time.

It looks like, we might expect Google to launch the first foldable Pixel next year. Google actually already reveal to support the foldable display of the upcoming Android operating system. After watching Samsung fails again, Google might take a longer time to launch the foldable Pixel.

Google says there are 2.5 billion active Android devices

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Google says there are 2.5 billion active Android devices
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Google launches its own operating system back in 2008. Now after ten years, Android is the most used devices in the world. During 2019 I/O developer conference, Google announces there are at least 2.5 billion active Android devices. That’s more than the population of China. This statistics shows the popularity of the Android operating system in the world.

According to Google, the number is purely based on Google’s Play Store statistics. Imagine this does not include other China Android devices. If we take those devices under consideration, then the number would have increased up to 3 billion active Android devices. Back in the 2017 Google I/O conference, Google announces it has reached 2 billion active Android devices. This announcement was made during the launch of Android Q beta 3.

In conclusion, Google Android devices are cheaper than Apple devices. This is the main reason the numbers are more than iOS active devices. Let’s wait for Apple’s WWDC event where Apple will share its devices usage statistics.

Google Lens will recommend foods to eat at restaurants

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Google Lens will recommend foods to eat at restaurants
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Google launches Google Lens back in 2017. It is a camera app which uses image recognition technology to identify objects and read QR codes. During Google I/O 2019, Google announces that it will be built into the Pixel Camera app itself.

Starting at the end of this month, you can use the Google Lens feature in restaurants. You just have to show your camera to the menu and Google Lens will recommend the foods at the restaurant. Tapping on each individual dishes you can see the photos and reviews which is taken from Google Maps. Other than that, Google is also adding the feature to calculate a tip and bills splitting. You have to show your camera to your receipt and it will show you the menu to calculate the tip and you can split the bills easily.

Apart from that, Google also tweets on the capability of Google Lens. Google shows a video on how this feature could help people who can’t read and understand signs and computer interfaces. According to Google, this feature will launch for Google Go first. In case you don’t know, Google Go is the lighter version of the Google Search app. This means low-end devices can use this app which only requires 100kb of the storage.

In conclusion, this is something really useful for everyone. People who travels a lot should able to make use of this new feature of the Google Lens.

Google Pixel 3a and 3a XL is now for sale at $399

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Google Pixel 3a and 3a XL is now for sale at $399
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After a lot of rumors about Google’s Pixel 3a, finally, Google unveils yesterday during the Google I/O 2019. Google unveils both the Pixel 3a and 3a XL at the most affordable price. Google’s Pixel camera is one of its outstanding feature in the Pixel series of smartphones. In order to sell these smartphones at an affordable price, they have replaced the back glass surface with a plastic surface.

Moreover, for the Pixel 3a smartphones, Google took a step down to use the Snapdragon 670 processor rather than the Snapdragon 855 processor. The storage is also limited to 64GB without expandable storage. However, it finally brings back the headphone jack to the Pixel 3a smartphones. The P3a XL will have a larger screen of 6″ Full HD+ OLED display. The smaller ones will have a 5.6″ Full HD+ OLED display. Looks like both the 3a and 3a XL comes with 4GB of RAM only.

The best part of Pixel smartphone would be the camera. As it’s still maintaining the same Pixel camera with its new Night Sight feature. It gives the best night shot and the best portrait modes on its phones. According to Google, this could be the cheapest Pixel camera than you can get. Apart from that, the 3a XL comes with a larger battery capacity of 3,700mAh whereas the 3a comes with a 3,000mAh battery.

In conclusion, if you ever wanted to use the Google Pixel smartphone, then this is a smartphone you should purchase. Google promises to give the same Pixel camera as its previous generations of smartphones. Google also promises three years of security updates for the Pixel 3a and 3a XL. People from Singapore can start to purchase this smartphone immediately. Malaysian’s might need to wait for a longer time.


Microsoft might launch its Edge browser for macOS

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Microsoft might launch its Edge browser for macOS
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A few months ago, Microsoft announces to rebuild its Edge browser with a better user interface design. Then two months back, a leaked picture from Neowin shows Microsoft new Edge browser which is built on top of the Chromium project. Now, Microsoft teases it will launch the Edge browser for the macOS. A month before, Microsoft already releases the build version fo the Edge Chromium browser on the Windows platform. Microsoft yet to announce on the dates.

It teases this first look of the Edge for macOS during the Build 2019 developer conference. This is the two days event which happens in Washington in the US. As for now, there is an assurance that Microsoft will release the Edge browser for macOS very soon.

In conclusion, the Edge browser could possibly give a tough competition to the current Chrome for macOS. Probably, we can have additional Microsoft services under the Edge Chromium browser.

Samsung Galaxy S10+ 1TB is now for sale for RM4,399

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Samsung Galaxy S10+ 1TB is now for sale for RM4,399
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Samsung Galaxy S10+ with 1TB storage is the most expensive Samsung’s flagship smartphone in the market. Samsung launches the Samsung Galaxy S10 series smartphone in Malaysia beginning of last month. The Samsung Galaxy S10+ with 1TB storage is officially priced at RM5,999. Part of Samsung promotion, Samsung gives the Galaxy A9 for free when you purchase the Galaxy S10+. Yesterday, according to SoyaCincau, you can start to purchase the same model for RM4,399. That’s almost RM1,600 off.

This was first found from the Mobile2Go website who sells smartphones with official Malaysian warranty. If you do the math, the current model is way cheaper than the Galaxy S10+ with 512GB storage which is prices at Rm4,599. However, there is a catch to this discount, where you won’t get the Samsung Galaxy A9 for free anymore.

The all-new Galaxy S10+ comes with the 1TB storage which has a 6.4″ Quad HD+ Super AMOLED display. It has a 12GB of RAM which can perform multitasking seamlessly. Samsung offers also expandable storage, where you can purchase a microSD card to increase the storage up to 512GB. Recently, Samsung is selling its microSD card for a cheaper price at Amazon. If you think 1TB is not sufficient you can for another 500GB additional storage.

It comes with a 4,100mAh battery which can last almost the whole day. The S10+ also supports wireless charging and adaptive fast charging via the USB-C. You can get the 1TB smartphone in two colors which are Ceramic White and Ceramic Black.

In conclusion, this is the right time for you to buy the 1TB smartphone at a cheaper price. You can find more details of the pricing at the Mobile2Go website.

Android Auto design gets Dark Mode

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Android Auto design gets Dark Mode
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Google will be having its 2019 I/O developer conference today in the US. Malaysians can watch the live stream of the event midnight around 2 am. Before Google makes official announcement of its car infotainment system, Google has updates the Android Auto design by having Dark Mode feature by default. This was not available in the previous version of the Android Auto.

As part of this new refresh design, Android Auto will have a navigation bar at the bottom of its user interface. Previously, it only has a static button on a black background. This new version of Android Auto will allow apps to take over a section of the navigation bar rather than taking over the full screen. If you are using Google Maps as your navigation app, rather opening in a full screen, now the navigation bar will show the next step in the turn-by-turn directions.

There are more updates to the Android Auto which Google will announce today during the I/O developer conference. According to Android Auto Product Manager, Rod Lopez, the changes of the design is to help its user to get tot he road faster and also to simplify common task while they are driving. According to Google, apart from the design changes, Android Auto also can now automatically continue playing media and open your navigation app as soon as you connect your Android smartphone to your car.

In conclusion, let’s wait for more updates from Google. If your car supports Android Auto then you will receive the OTA update during this summer.

Now you can get Samsung 512GB microSD for $99

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Now you can get Samsung 512GB microSD for $99
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During the beginning era of the smartphone, you have to spend almost $50 (RM200) to get a 1GB memory card. SanDisk is the most popular company who produces memory cards such as microSD and XD cards. Apart from SanDisk, Samsung is also producing its own microSD cards for its devices. Many of the users might not know about this. Now, you can purchase Samsung’s 512GB microSD for $99 (RM410) at Amazon. So far this is the lowest price you can get for a huge amount of storage.

If your Android smartphone or tablets requires additional storage, you can consider purchasing this small little storage device. We can say this is pretty much affordable for a microSD card. You still can consider purchasing SanDisk’s 400GB microSD card for $63 (RM261). However, talking about the advantages, Samsung’s Evo Select microSD card offers UHS Class 3 speed compare to SanDisk which offers UHS Class 1 speed only. If you are a videographer then you can know the speed difference. Samsung microSD card supports both gaming and video recording quite well.

In conclusion, if you really thinking to purchase Samsung’s Evo Select 512GB microSD card, you can click this link to purchase it. If you are leaving outside of the US, then you might be charged additional of $13 (RM53). You still can purchase SanDisk 400GB microSD card from here.

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