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mardi 3 décembre 2019

Qualcomm teases the Snapdragon 865 and Snapdragon 765 and announces the larger 3D Sonic Max fingerprint sensor

During the first day of their annual Snapdragon Tech Summit, Qualcomm unveiled the names and logos of its 3 new SoCs. The Snapdragon 765 and 765G join the Snapdragon 730 and 710 in the upper mid-range tier of Qualcomm’s chipsets, while the new Snapdragon 865 succeeds the Snapdragon 855 as Qualcomm’s premium mobile SoC. In addition, the company announced a new version of its ultrasonic under-display fingerprint sensor technology: 3D Sonic Max.

Snapdragon 865 and Snapdragon 765 Teased

Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 logo Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G logo Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 logo

Logos for Qualcomm’s 3 new mobile platforms.

At the keynote event for day 1 of the Tech Summit, Alex Katouzian, SVP and GM of mobile at Qualcomm, announced that the Snapdragon 865 can be paired with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X55 modem for 4G and 5G connectivity. The advantages of the newer X55 modem over the older X50 modem include being manufactured using a newer, more power efficient process, higher theoretical download and upload speeds, support for standalone (SA) networks in addition to non-standalone (NSA), support for mmWave and sub-6GHz in FDD frequencies, and more bandwidth at sub-6 GHz frequencies. We can expect to see most 2020 Android flagship smartphones utilizing the Snapdragon X55 multi-mode modem along with the new Snapdragon 865. Xiaomi confirmed the upcoming Mi 10 will utilize the Snapdragon 865, while OPPO also confirmed that an upcoming smartphone, likely the Reno3 Pro 5G, will launch in Q1 2020 with the new chipset.

Although Qualcomm announced that the Snapdragon 765 and 765G bring “integrated” 5G connectivity (meaning the modem is integrated into the SoC), they did not disclose more details on the modem. Qualcomm had previously announced than an upcoming Snapdragon 700 series (and 600 series) mobile platform will bring integrated 5G connectivity with features such as support for all key regions and frequency bands, TDD and FDD modes, multi-SIM 5G, Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS), and SA and NSA network architectures. Presuming this earlier announcement pertains to the Snapdragon 765 SoC that was teased today, then, we can expect it to be manufactured using a 7nm process technology. Multiple OEMs have confirmed their intentions to utilize the new 7-series 5G platform on their devices, including HMD Global, OPPO, Realme, Redmi, Vivo, Motorola, and LG. We can expect to see product teasers this week followed by product launches later this year and early next year.

Lastly, Qualcomm also announced Snapdragon Modular Platforms based on the Snapdragon 865 and Snapdragon 765. According to Qualcomm, these “mobile platform-based modules” are designed to help carriers lower the development costs of commercializing new 5G mobile and IoT devices. So far, Verizon and Vodafone have announced support for the certification program.

More details of the Snapdragon 865 and Snapdragon 765 will be shared during day 2 of the Tech Summit.

3D Sonic Max

Last year, Qualcomm announced the 3D Sonic Sensor – the company’s ultrasonic under-display fingerprint technology. It’s used in the Samsung Galaxy S10 and Samsung Galaxy Note 10. Now, Qualcomm has announced an upgraded version of this technology. Called 3D Sonic Max, the newer technology “offers a recognition area that is 17x larger” than the 3D Sonic Sensor. This allows for better security as two fingers can be authenticated simultaneously. A larger recognition area means you’ll also have an easier time finding where to put your finger, increasing unlocking speed.

Qualcomm 3D Sonic Max

3D Sonic Max allowing for dual fingerprint authentication. Source: Qualcomm

3D Sonic Max is a separate module that OEMs must license from Qualcomm to implement. The 3D Sonic Sensor did not require a specific Qualcomm SoC, though we don’t know if that’s also the case for the new 3D Sonic Max.

You can follow all the news from the Tech Summit by bookmarking our article round-up of the event or visiting Qualcomm’s Tech Summit page.

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Google says 80% of all Android apps encrypt network traffic by default

Security is a big concern on mobile devices and Google is committed to keeping Android users safe. One of the methods Google uses to keep data safe is protecting network traffic that enters or leaves an Android device with something called “Transport Layer Security” (TLS). Android 10 added support for TLS 1.3 and Google is now announcing that 80% of Android apps are encrypting traffic by default.

The number is even higher for Android 9+ devices, with 90% encrypting traffic by default. Since November 1st, all Android app updates must target Android 9 or above. This means the percentage should only continue to improve. Any use of unencrypted connections is due to an explicit choice by the app developer, which makes it much less likely to happen.

As you can see in the chart above, the percentage of apps that block cleartext by default has drastically risen in the last year. At this time last year, it was close to only 20%. Google has made a ton of headroom in this area. Google is also combating this wth warnings in the Android Studio when an app includes a potentially insecure Network Security Configuration. This further encourages developers to adopt HTTPS.

For more information about securing your app, you can go to Android’s Network Security Configuration page and read more about TLS by default with this blog post.

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Samsung Galaxy A91/S10 Lite renders reveal triple cameras and center punch hole

The Galaxy S11 series consists of the big flagship devices that Samsung will be showing off early next year. However, the company has some other interesting devices on the horizon as well. We’ve been tracking a mysterious “Galaxy S10 Lite” device for a few months along with an even more elusive “Galaxy A91.” It turns out these two devices may actually be one, and now there are renders of the device.

The Galaxy A91 first popped up back in August when a page for Samsung’s 45W charger name-dropped the device. Shortly after, rumors popped up about a Galaxy S10 Lite and it was later confirmed by an FCC listing. One interesting thing that we discovered from the FCC listing was that the IMEI was identified as belonging to the “Galaxy R5,” which was the rumored name of the Galaxy A91. So the evidence is starting to suggest that these two devices are actually one, though we don’t know which name it will have at launch.

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Anyway, the renders show a device with a centered punch-hole display and triple cameras in a configuration similar to the Galaxy S11. In fact, the entire design is very close to what we’ve seen of the Galaxy S11 series. One of the cameras in the renders is rectangular and this is said to be either a zoom lens or tilt OIS. There are actually two versions of the renders, one with three cameras and one with four, as it’s not yet known for sure which configuration it will have.

The Galaxy A91/S10 Lite is said to have 6.7-inch full-HD+ display. Some of the other expected specifications include the Snapdragon 855 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The Galaxy A91 is also said to have a 4,500mAh battery with support for 45W fast charging.

As mentioned, the number of rear cameras is still up in the air. The device could launch with a 48MP primary sensor, a 12MP ultra wide-angle sensor, and a 5MP telephoto lens. Another possibility is a 48MP main camera, an 8MP wide-angle lens, and a 5MP telephoto lens. We’re getting a clearer picture of this device, but a lot is still unknown.

Source: 91mobiles

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Snapdragon Tech Summit 2019 Summary – The Latest SoC and 5G News From Qualcomm

Qualcomm is hosting its annual Snapdragon Tech Summit this week in Hawaii. Last year, 5G was a big focus of the event, and that will continue this year as well. We’re also expecting to see the announcement of the Snapdragon 865. We will be in attendance and reporting on all the big happenings right here on XDA, but you can also follow the event as it happens on your own. There are a number of ways to do that.

The first livestream will begin on December 3rd at 2 PM ET. You can watch the livestream below. The Day 2 keynote live stream will be here, and Day 3 will be here.

If you prefer to follow the news as it happens on Twitter, you can follow the #SnapdragonSummit hashtag here. You can also visit Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Tech Summit page here.

Below, we’ll directly link our coverage for each day of the Summit. Check back here for the latest news, or you can also follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Discord, Telegram, RSS, or the XDA Labs app.

Day 1 – December 3rd

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[Update 2: Leaked Renders] The Motorola One Hyper may have a pop-up camera and mid-range specs

Update 2 (12/3/19 @ 10:35 AM ET): The Motorola One Hyper has leaked again, this time in high-quality press renders.

Update 1 (10/21/19 @ 12:55 PM ET): It looks like this phone could be the Motorola One Hyper and it may launch with Android 10.

Full-screen smartphones with pop-up displays are all the rage these days. The concept was first introduced with the Vivo Apex last year, and back then, it looked truly futuristic and out of this world. Nowadays, though, it seems normal to us, with devices from different manufacturers such as Xiaomi, Oppo, Huawei, and even Samsung employing moving cameras as an alternative to screen notches, which themselves surfaced as a solution to the problem of ever-expanding smartphone displays. Motorola is also set to release their own take on a smartphone with a pop-up camera very, very soon, and the Spanish Android website ProAndroid has already gotten their hands on it.

It doesn’t seem like an overly impressive mid-range phone overall. As far as specifications go, we have a Snapdragon 675, which is a decently performing mid-range SoC, together with–at least in this particular unit–4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. It features a 64MP rear camera just like other smartphone offerings from Xiaomi, Realme, and Samsung, and the pop-up camera unit houses a 32MP front-facing camera. Going into the screen, however, the phone has a 6.4-inch 1080p panel with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and, of course, no notch to be seen since the phone employs a pop-up module for the camera. Bezels are sort of big, all things considered, and especially considering the bezels of some of its competitors.

Overall, it is pretty much what we’ve been expecting since our exclusive first look. The device is running Android 10 with no customizations on top, just like we’ve learned to expect from Motorola. Android 10 indicates that this device is probably going to launch next year, also given how we don’t have a marketing name for it yet.

Are you excited about this device? Let us know down below.

Source: ProAndroid (Spanish)

Update 1: Likely Motorola One Hyper

According to our Editor in Chief, Mishaal Rahman, the phone pictured in the leaks above is likely the Motorola One Hyper (XT2027-1). As mentioned in the original post above, it is expected to have the Snapdragon 675 SoC and it may launch with Android 10 onboard. We’ll have to wait and see what makes this phone “hyper.”

Update 2: Leaked Renders

motorola one hyper

We’ve seen some real-life images of the device that we now know is the Motorola One Hyper, but now we’re seeing high-quality renders for the first time. As we’ve seen before, the device has a pop-up camera and an interesting-looking camera module on the back along with a dot pattern. That pop-up front camera is said to be 32MP and the notch-less display is 6.39-inches FHD+. The renders once again show the “64MP Quad Pixel” text on the rear camera and that will be joined by an 8MP depth sensor. As mention in the original article, the One Hyper is powered by the Snapdragon 675 and will ship with Android 10. We’re still not sure what makes this phone “Hyper,” but we should find out soon.

Source: WinFuture

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Spotify and Call of Duty: Mobile win Google Play’s Users’ Choice Awards for 2019

The Google Play Store contains hundreds and thousands of apps and games, which can quickly become overwhelming for anyone and everyone. The sheer quantity of options available makes it very difficult to separate the wheat from the chaff, and quality apps will definitely find it difficult to come to the notice of the average user. Google thus began its annual Google Play Awards in 2016, aiming to highlight some of the best apps and games to users, and even have separate categories for users to vote for. Voting for the Users’ Choice Awards began last month, and the results have now rolled in, crowning Spotify and Call of Duty: Mobile as the best app and game of this year, respectively, according to user opinion.

Users’ Choice Awards 2019

As the name implies, Users’ Choice Awards are given to apps, games, movies, and books, solely on the votes from users. Thus, these are the best choices solely from the average user opinion and do not necessarily reflect objectivity.

Users’ Choice App of 2019

Nominees:

Winner:

Spotify emerged as the winner of the Users’ Choice App of 2019.

Spotify: Listen to new music, podcasts, and songs (Free, Google Play) →

Users’ Choice Game of 2019

Nominees:

Winner:

Call of Duty®: Mobile emerged as the winner of the Users’ Choice Game of 2019.

Call of Duty®: Mobile (Free+, Google Play) →

Google Play Awards 2019

In addition to Users’ Choice, Google also independently crowns apps as the best choice for the year.

Best App of 2019

Ablo: Talk to new people & explore the world has been crowned the best app of 2019, as it stood out to Google for its ingenuity, polish and thoughtful execution.

Ablo: Talk to new people & explore the world (Free+, Google Play) →

Best Everyday Essentials of 2019

This category contains apps that are considered practical tools for everyday functioning. Since people’s needs can vary, there are multiple apps suggested in this category.

Boosted - Productivity & Time Tracker (Free, Google Play) →

Hike Sticker Chat - Fun & Expressive Messaging (Free, Google Play) →

OkCredit - Udhar Bahi Khata (To be announced, Google Play) →

Spotify: Listen to new music, podcasts, and songs (Free, Google Play) →

Vedantu: Learning App for Class6-10, IITJEE & NEET (Free, Google Play) →

Best Personal Growth Apps of 2019

This category contains apps that encourage users to go on a journey of self-improvement, set goals and achieve those goals.

Work from Home, Earn Money, Resell with Meesho App (Free, Google Play) →

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Shilpa Shetty - Fitness (Yoga, Exercise & Diet) (Free+, Google Play) →

SleepTown (Free+, Google Play) →

Smarter - Brain training & Mind games (Free+, Google Play) →

Best Hidden Gems of 2019

This category surfaces apps that are relatively newer but are quickly rising in rank.

Appy Weather: the most personal weather app 👋 (Free+, Google Play) →

Fitvate - Gym Workout Trainer Fitness Coach Plans (Free+, Google Play) →

MashApp - Video Punchlines (Free, Google Play) →

Morphin – CGI GIF Maker & Editor (Free, Google Play) →

Swoot – Podcasts with friends 🙂 (Free, Google Play) →

Best for Fun Apps of 2019

These apps help you pass the time by making good use of it.

Concepts - Sketch, Design, Illustrate (Free+, Google Play) →

Enlight Pixaloop - Photo Animator & Photo Editor (Free+, Google Play) →

Live Line & Cricket Scores - Cricket Exchange (Free+, Google Play) →

Video Editor - Glitch Video Effects (Free+, Google Play) →

Try out the apps and let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Also, let us know if there are other apps that you feel are worthy of being in the lists above, and that Google should have considered.

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OxygenOS 10.0.6 tweaks Android 10’s built-in dark mode to use AMOLED black

OxygenOS by OnePlus is known to serve one of the finest Android experience among the several overlay skins available. Not only is OxygenOS one of the best skin when it comes to fast and fluid usability and good animations, but also offers a wide scope of customizability. One customization option that has been available in the skin since as early as the OnePlus 3 is the native dark mode, which turns the background colors in the System UI to pitch black to help devices with AMOLED displays save battery. OnePlus made changed to the dark mode with the Android Pie update, adding hints of different grays but this received mixed reactions. Following the OxygenOS 10.0.6 update on OnePlus 7T, the grays in the UI are toned down and replaced by AMOLED black color.

Until Android Oreo, OxygenOS’s dark mode feature predominantly used solid AMOLED black color (#000000) throughout the UI. However, this was changed following the Android 9 Pie update on the OnePlus 6 last year, which is when OnePlus injected different shades of gray. So, with that update, the background of the Quick Settings panel, systems apps, and the floating volume control – all got painted in varying shades of gray. While some users liked the color scheme because it highlighted the Quick Setting menu separately, others were peeved by the discontinuity.

OnePlus 7T XDA Forums

The latter group of users can be satisfied now because OnePlus has updated the colors in the drop-down notification and the quick settings panels. These changes are in line with the unbuilt dark theme in Android 10. Like you can see side-by-side, the OnePlus 7T running Android 10-based OxygenOS v10.0.6 has an AMOLED black versus the grayish panel on the OxygenOS 10.0.2.

Not only that, but the gray on individual quick settings toggles is also darker. The default accent blue is visibly darker but since you can already customize that in OxygenOS using scrubbers or by setting a hex code for the colors, that’s does not make any difference.

Meanwhile, the volume controls in OxygenOS are still gray and we’re not sure whether these will be changed eventually or not. Besides the OnePlus 7T, the new AMOLED black tone is also present in the latest OxygenOS open beta for OnePlus 6T. The OnePlus 7T or the 7T Pro don’t have it yet but we’ll be adding details about other devices when we learn more about the availability in Open beta or stable channels.

Via: Reddit 

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