Sidekick embraces remote working with always-on teleconferencing hardware

Those forced to acclimate to remote work understand what a pain it can be. Sure, there are certainly benefits to not having to commute into work each day, but among other things, you lose a lot when you eliminate human interaction. Apps like Zoom and Slack have their place, certainly, but none does a particularly … Continue reading Sidekick embraces remote working with always-on teleconferencing hardware Continue Reading →

More Lenovo Legion gaming phone specs spill in retail listing

Specs of the Lenovo Legion gaming phone have been spotted in a retail listing. The company’s first gaming phone will be unveiled on July 22. More details of the Lenovo Legion gaming phone have spilled a week prior to its official launch. Spotted in a preorder listing on JD.com (h/t: Gizmochina,) the retailer does all it can to hide the … Continue reading More Lenovo Legion gaming phone specs spill in retail listing Continue Reading →

Oppo unveils 125W Flash Charge and a new range of chargers

We all knew it was coming. Today, Oppo lifted the lid on its eye-watering 125W Flash Charge technology. Building on six years of VOOC charging experience, Oppo’s 125W option promises to power up your 4,000mAh smartphone from empty to full in just 20 minutes. Oppo already boasts the fastest charging tech in the business but the company … Continue reading Oppo unveils 125W Flash Charge and a new range of chargers Continue Reading →

Google invests $4.5 billion in Jio Platforms, doubles down on India

Google has acquired a 7.7% stake in Jio as part of $4.5 billion investment. Jio is the largest telecom operator in India with 387.5 million subscribers. Google and Jio will also build a “value-engineered Android-based OS.”   As part of its Annual General Meeting, Jio has announced that Google is investing Rs. 33,737 crores (~$4.5 … Continue reading Google invests $4.5 billion in Jio Platforms, doubles down on India Continue Reading →

The Best of Android: Mid-2020 — Which phone offers the best performance?

For some people, it is about the camera, for others the display or audio. But for some, it is all about performance! This year has brought us plenty of high-performance devices based on the Snapdragon 865 processor. But Qualcomm isn’t the only processor maker for Android devices. Can Huawei, Samsung or MediaTek battle with Qualcomm? … Continue reading The Best of Android: Mid-2020 — Which phone offers the best performance? Continue Reading →

Xiaomi announces Mi TV Stick, Redmi 9 series, and more smart home products

Xiaomi has announced several new products as part of its smart home ecosystem. The new Mi TV Stick and the international variant of the Mi Band 5 are now out. The company has also launched new e-scooters, phones, TWS earphones, and a gaming monitor.   For many, Xiaomi is one of the most successful smartphone makers in … Continue reading Xiaomi announces Mi TV Stick, Redmi 9 series, and more smart home products Continue Reading →

125W charging is hot but battery tech is adapting, and more tech news today!

1. 125W smartphone charging is here: what it means Here’s another leaked Ice Cream Sandwich for HTC Rezound called RUU 3.11.605.1. Thanks to Scrosler of XDA Developers Forum who leak the said ROM. With this ROM you can enjoy the new Sense 3.6 UI of HTC plus you don’t have to worry rooting it because … Continue reading 125W charging is hot but battery tech is adapting, and more tech news today! Continue Reading →

Galaxy Tab S7: Amazing specs will mean nothing if Samsung can’t fix the software

If you believe the leaks, Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S7 will offer beastly hardware. A vivid, high-resolution screen, fast 5G data, loads of memory and storage, a battery that should easily last all day. This is the kind of Android tablet that could put Apple on notice if you’re comparing spec sheets, particularly when the 2020 iPad Pro is a mild refresh … Continue reading Galaxy Tab S7: Amazing specs will mean nothing if Samsung can’t fix the software Continue Reading →

Sony’s PS5 might be easier to find this holiday

Sony is said to be doubling production of the PS5 to keep up with expected demand. It reportedly thinks a possible second pandemic wave could spark interest. Facebook may be boosting Oculus VR headset production, too.   You might not have as much trouble finding Sony’s PlayStation 5 when it goes on sale this holiday. Sources speaking … Continue reading Sony’s PS5 might be easier to find this holiday Continue Reading →

Save 50% on a OnePlus 7T with McLaren purchase, and more of the best phone deals

A new phone is one of the most important tech investments you can make. You probably use it more times each day than any other device, so you’ll want to pick one that’s just right for you. You could spend hours scouring the web looking for the best offers, so we’ve done the legwork for … Continue reading Save 50% on a OnePlus 7T with McLaren purchase, and more of the best phone deals Continue Reading →