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Taking a look at seven days of news and headlines from around the world, this week’s Android circuit includes a review of the Galaxy S20FE and Realm 7 Pro, OnePlus confirms the details of the OnePlus 8T, Nokia launches the launch of the new Google Pixel phone 8.3, Android 11 from HMD Global Roadmap and new security features in Chrome 86.
The Android Circuit is here to remind you of some of the instructions that took place around Android last week (and you can find the weekly Apple News Digest here).
Samsung is reviewing the classic Galaxy
Samsung’s Galaxy S20 Fan Edition continues to receive praise. Priced at $ 699 in the US, Samsung’s fourth phone in the 2020 S range balances the concept of ‘S’ with the truth of hitting the lowest price. The Dieter Bone establishes the score prior to review:
“… The S20F has very important ‘flagship’ components to give it a better value at 699. It is also a testament to the fact that when Samsung wants to launch a faster phone. Development began shortly after the three S20 phones were originally announced in March 2020, as it became clear that the pandemic would be affected by the epidemic.
But the Galaxy S20FE doesn’t seem like a rushed job. It has some high-quality parts that will make you happy, while cheap parts don’t hurt the experience much. “
Read the full review of the probe.
A man walks over an advertisement for a Samsung Galaxy S20 5G smartphone in a telecommunications store in New York … [+]
OnePlus 8T back
Ahead of the OnePlus 8T launch next week, the Shenzhen-based company is discussing a new visor on the back of the 8T. Not only that, but the attached video confirms a number of design features, including Camera Island. CEO Pete Flame writes:
“Our ID (Industrial Design) engineers have explored ways to enhance the clear, glossy texture of glass, while maintaining a strong, slim profile that also reduces fingerprint collection. After exploring countless made with CMFs (colors, materials and finishes) for over 4 months, we’ve had a breakthrough and an incredible shiny back for the new aqua green variant of the OnePlus 8T. Lid prepared. “
More on the OnePlus Forum.
Unpacking New Box Pixels
Ahead of their release on October 15, many reviews are posting ‘unboxing’ videos of Google’s upcoming Pixel 5 and Pixel 4A5G phones. The two were behind the launch of the Pixel 4A in August and apart from 5G, how do the two 4A smartphones compare to each other? Ryan Hager looked up:
“If you are familiar with the Pixel 4A, Google’s latest phone does more than share its name.
There are more design details, corners and edges, and even a perforated camera cutout (although the hole itself seems a bit smaller than my eye). This wave model not MM thickness is similar to 4A. There are some other minor visual differences, such as a slight change in the power button color and a slightly prominent Google logo at the bottom, but you can see the size difference from the Pixel 4 to the 4A5G at a glance. You can easily confuse A. and the camera. “
More about Android Police.
Nokia 8.3 5G launch and Android 11 news in the same week
With its launch scheduled for April in March, HMD Global’s Nokia 8.3 was caught in the coronavirus epidemic. With progress linked to the latest James Bond movie, 8.3 was postponed. It is now for sale in the UK. Roland Hutchinson reports for Geeky Gadgets:
“The new Nokia 8.3 5G goes on sale in the UK today and the phone is available for $ 4,499.99. If you buy the device before October 21, it comes with a free device priced at 100. Anyone who buys a WK that ਉਸ will also get a 6-month free trial of Google One with 100GB of storage. “
Also this week, HMD Global confirmed which of its Nokia-branded phones will receive the Android 11 update. HMD Global has released two years of Android updates and three years of security updates on all of its phones, so good to see. a faster movement than the 11. Sumit Adhikari reported:
“A total of 14 Nokia smartphones will carry the latest version of Android in the next two to three quarters. The first batch of the lot includes Nokia 2.2, Nokia 5.3, Nokia 8.1 and Nokia 8.3 5G. You will start receiving major updates between the fourth quarter of 2020 and the first quarter of 2021.
Nokia 1.3, Nokia 4.2, Nokia 2.4, Nokia 2.3 and Nokia 3.4 will follow in the first quarter of next year. Three more phones, Nokia 2.2, Nokia 2.2, and Nokia 2.2.2 will join the party between Q1 and Ki2 2. 2021. The Nokia 1 Plus with Android Go and the 2019 flagship Nokia 9 are the last two phones on the list of preview. They won’t get Android 11 until Q2 2021. “
More on this in the Android headlines.
Realm 7 Pro review
Realmy’s mid-range phone launches with a semi-annual update to the Realm 7 and Realm 7 Pro. The team reviewed the 7 Pro at GSM Arena. Not just a few small recurring updates, they also highlight the benefits of the phone.
“The Realm 7 Pro wasn’t exactly what we expected: an increase over the Realm 6 Pro. We’re happy with the OLED switches and stereo speakers, of course, but some trade-offs can’t be fixed: 90Hz update and telephoto camera. dedicated.
“Once again, Realm 7 Pro remains a very capable mid-range model with an affordable price. It offers an excellent screen, design, battery life and charging. It also had a great performance and the photo quality looked great. “
Read the full review on GSM Arena.
And finally …
Google released Chrome 86 this week, with updated developer features, a host of security enhancements, insecure page and form warnings, overall quality packaging. Emile Prototyping reports on all the details, including a new password protection system:
“Chrome for Android and iOS now tells you that if you ask Chrome to remember, they have been compromised. Chrome sends an encrypted copy of your username and password to Google to be compromised. Checks against lists of credentials. Because they are encrypted, Google cannot see your username or password, the company claims. It will take. “
More on VentureBit.
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