ASUS launches the ROG Phone 3 with the Snapdragon 865 Plus, 144Hz display, and 6000mAh battery

The ASUS ROG Phone is a gaming smartphone series from ASUS that is unapologetic about being “gaming first”. While this is certainly not the only gaming smartphone series around, it is one of the more widely available gaming phones that have consistently been pushing the boundaries of how much overkill can you really go on a phone. ASUS is now releasing the successor to the surprisingly successful ROG Phone II, coming in the form of the ASUS ROG Phone 3 and the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix Edition.

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ASUS ROG Phone 3: Specifications

Specification	ASUS ROG Phone 3
Dimensions & Weight	171 x 78 x 9.85 mm 240g
Display	6.59″ FHD+ AMOLED 19.5:9 aspect ratio 144Hz refresh rate 10-bit HDR 650 nits outdoor brightness; 1000 nits peak brightness DCI-P3 support Supports glove touch Corning Gorilla Glass 6
SoC	ROG Phone 3 Strix Edition: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC 1x Kryo 585 (ARM Cortex-A77-based) Prime core @ 2.84GHz 3x Kryo 585 (ARM Cortex-A77-based) Performance core @ 2.4GHz 4x Kryo 385 (ARM Cortex A55-based) Efficiency cores @ 1.8GHz Adreno 650 GPU ROG Phone 3: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus SoC 1x Kryo 585 (ARM Cortex-A77-based) Prime core @ 3.1GHz 3x Kryo 585 (ARM Cortex-A77-based) Performance core @ 2.4GHz 4x Kryo 385 (ARM Cortex A55-based) Efficiency cores @ 1.8GHz Adreno 650 GPU (10% faster bin)
RAM & Storage	ROG Phone 3 Strix Edition: 8GB LPDDR5 + 256GB UFS 3.1 ROG Phone 3: Up to 16GB LPDDR5 + up to 512GB UFS 3.1
Battery & Charging	6000mAh 30W ROG HyperCharge direct charging 30W USB PD 3.0
Fingerprint sensor	In-display fingerprint sensor
Rear Camera	Primary: 64MP Sony IMX686, f/1.8, 1/1.7″ sensor, 0.8µm pixel Secondary: 13MP wide-angle, 125° FoV, f/2.4 Tertiary: 5MP macro, f/2.0 Video: 8K @ 30fps 4K @ 30fps, 60fps (main rear camera) 4K @ 30fps (wide-angle) 1080p @ 30fps, 60fps Slow-motion: 4K @ 120fps 1080p @ 240fps, 120fps 720p @ 480fps Time-lapse: 4K
Front Camera	24MP, f/2.0, 0.9µm pixel
Other Features	Ultrasonic sensors for AirTrigger 3 and grip press Wi-Fi 6 — 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2×2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.1 (BR/EDR+LE) NFC GNSS: GPS (L1/L5) Glonass (L1) Galilio (E1/E5a) BeiDou (B1/B2a) QZSS (L1/L5) NavIC (L5) 2x USB Ports: Side: Custom USB Type-C Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 Supports DisplayPort 1.4 (4K UHD) Supports 30W USB PD 3.0 Supports 30W ROG HyperCharge direct charging Bottom: USB Type-C Supports USB 2.0 Supports 30W USB PD 3.0 Supports direct charging Dual front-facing speakers (stereo) with dual NXP TFA9874 smart amplifiers Band Support: A-version: 5G: N1, N2, N3, N5, N28, N41, N66, N71, N77, N78, N79 FDD-LTE: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71 TD-LTE: 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48 WCDMA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19 GSM: 850, 900, 1800, 1900 B-version and Strix Edition: 5G: N41, N77, N78, N79 FDD-LTE: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28 TD-LTE: 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 WCDMA: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 GSM: 850, 900, 1800, 1900
Android Version	Android 10 with ROG UI or ZenUI

While other OEMs go around adding the “Pro” moniker to their flagships to indicate a step up from a flagship to a true flagship, ASUS has decided to stick with the vanilla ROG branding to refer to its overpowered beast. And in the same breath, a slightly saner variant of the ROG Phone 3 comes in the form of the ROG Phone 3 Strix Edition, but even this is squarely within flagship territory. The only differences between the two variants are that the Strix Edition comes with a Snapdragon 865 instead of the Snapdragon 865 Plus, and lower amounts of RAM and storage (but still retaining the latest RAM and storage technologies). No matter which ROG Phone you pick up, you do end up getting the ultimate gaming smartphone.

The ASUS ROG Phone 3 largely has the same design aesthetic as the previous phones in this series, as we’ve seen in the leaks before. It isn’t meant to attract the average consumer but that’s okay because they aren’t the target audience here. While it is still debatable whether smartphone gamers do appreciate this design aesthetic, we all can unanimously agree that the spec-chasers would much rather focus on what is inside the phone. While the phone might look like it has a metallic back, it is a glass sandwich with covers for the air vents and a metallic mid-frame. There’s also the ROG logo with a multicolor LED underneath, as well as sharp angular patterns for the camera island and LED flash.

The ROG Phone 3 also stands out for its size and display. The dimensions of the device indicate that this is a big and thick phone and that 240g weight will surely be noticeable when holding the phone. But the screen is only 6.59″ diagonally because the phone also accommodates dual front speakers — making it perhaps the only phone this year with this feature. ASUS also takes pride in the display on the phone, and for good reason, as it comes with a 144Hz maximum refresh rate along with options to switch to 120Hz, 90Hz, and 60Hz according to your preference. ASUS also claims a 1ms response time and a 270Hz touch sampling rate to provide 25ms touch latency. The display is also 10bit and supports HDR10+ for high dynamic range content. The display is also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 6.

On the inside, the ROG Phone 3 is an absolute monster. We already knew that it would be coming with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus. ASUS is also helping this SoC with up to 16GB of the latest LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. Much thought has also been extended to heat dissipation, as the device features a vapor chamber, a large graphite film behind the screen, an enlarged heat sink, and vents in the back cover — ASUS claims this is one of the most effective thermal solutions available on a mobile device. The whole package should not only allow the ROG Phone 3 to reach one of the best raw performance levels on an Android smartphone but to also sustain this peak for a longer duration without needing to throttle. And this longer duration is also promised by the 6000mAh battery, which explains the weight of the device and should be a necessity to let you keep gaming for a few hours on a 144Hz display. And since you have the Snapdragon 865 on-board, you also get 5G support on the smartphone.

The ROG Phone 3 adopts a landscape-first ergonomics, in-line with its focus on smartphone gaming. The device also features ultrasonic sensors for AirTrigger 3, and this time, ASUS has upgraded what you can do with the side buttons and gestures. You can use the whole length of the ultrasonic button on each side as a single action button, or you can adopt a dual partition layout to divide the longer button into two shorter buttons. You can also swipe left and right to trigger different touchpoints, and you can also set vertical and horizontal slides for in-game actions like view controls. You can also press and hold for a continuous trigger. And if you still need more options, you can also shake the phone to activate a touchpoint. All of these actions will help simplify the experience of games that have a plethora of actions on-screen, such as PUBG Mobile.

And then there’s the 2x USB Type-C ports: one at the bottom and one at the side, so gamers will appreciate the convenience of using either for charging. The port on the side also connects to accessories such as the AeroActive Cooler 3, which in turn features a pass-through USB Type-C connector, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a kickstand.

Perhaps the only areas where the ROG Phone 3 does compromise is on the lack of an IP rating, the missing 3.5mm headphone jack, and missing wireless charging. The camera hardware also appears decent on paper, but past experiences from gaming smartphones indicate that we should keep our expectations grounded when it comes to them.

For the software, the ASUS ROG Phone 3 allows users to choose between the gaming-aesthetic ROG UI or the more cleaner looking ZenUI. The base Android version is Android 10, and ASUS claims to stick close to stock Android on both the skins apart from the visual identity and some gaming-specific features.

ASUS is also launching accessories alongside the ROG Phone 3. These include a new modular ROG Kunai 3 Gamepad which adds physical gamepad controls to the phone; a new ROG Lighting Armor Case; a ROG Clip to attach the phone to some selected console controllers; a new TwinView Dock 3 that provides a second 144Hz display for dual-screen gameplay; and a Mobile Desktop Dock to allow gamers to connect a desktop keyboard and mouse for a desktop-like gaming experience on an external TV or monitor.

Pricing and Availability for the ASUS ROG Phone 3

The global pricing of the ASUS ROG Phone 3 is as mentioned below:

Europe

• ROG Phone 3 Strix Edition (8GB + 256GB): €799
• ROG Phone 3 (12GB + 512GB): €999
• ROG Phone 3 (16GB + 512GB): €1,099

The device will be available from the end of July 2020 in Europe.

India

• ROG Phone 3 (8GB + 128GB): ₹49,999 (~$670)
• ROG Phone 3 (12GB + 256GB): ₹57,999 (~$777)

The Indian box includes a 3.5mm headphone jack adapter as well as a case in the box. The device will be available from Flipkart.com from August 6, 2020, onwards.

We’ll update pricing and availability for more regions as soon as it gets announced. Pricing and availability for accessories will also vary across regions.

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You can now watch Netflix on the Google Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max

Google Assistant Smart Displays are great for getting visuals that aren’t possible on audio-only smart speakers. But smart displays aren’t only for viewing typical Google Assistant commands and routines. They can also be used similarly to any Chromecast-enabled display. One service that has been notably absent, however, is Netflix. That’s finally changing.

The Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max can do a lot of handy things with their displays. You can view Google Photos slideshows, make and receive Google Duo video calls, check-in on connected security cameras, and more. They can also be used for watching media streaming services like YouTube. Netflix has been missing, though, and now it’s officially available for both Smart Displays.

Currently, Netflix is limited to the Nest-branded Smart Displays, so it won’t work on devices like the Lenovo Smart Display. To set it up on your display you can go to the settings in the Google Home app and link your Netflix account under the “Videos and Photos” section. From there you can simply use voice commands to start playing a specific show or movie. You can also bring up a browsing interface and use the touchscreen by saying “Hey Google, open Netflix.”

Google mentions there are a number of other streaming services available on Nest smart displays. Netflix, NBC Peacock, and HBO Max are some of the newer additions, but there’s also Disney+, CBS All Access, Sling TV, Hulu, SHOWTIME, and many more. Not all of these can be initiated with voice commands, but you can use the cast button to send content to the display.

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Need to Host Video Calls? This Course Will Make You an Expert Microsoft Teams Admin

Over the past few months, video calls have become the primary method of communicating with our coworkers. On a small scale, setting up calls is relatively easy. But when you need to hold large meetings, things get trickier. The Microsoft Teams for Enterprise Administrators Course helps demystify one of the most popular platforms, with 18.5 hours of easy-to-follow tutorials. Right now, you can get the training for just $19.99 at the XDA Developers Depot.

Even if you don’t have to work from home, using Teams is a smart move. According to Microsoft, companies who switch to this software make decisions 17.7% faster than before. Little wonder that many recruiters are looking for project managers who really understand video calling.

This course helps you acquire such knowledge. Through 60 concise tutorials, you learn how to deploy and manage Teams in any workplace.

This includes everything from scheduling meetings and setting up calls to sharing content with coworkers. In addition, the training looks at governance, security, and compliance — all important details you need to get right. 

The content comes from iCollege, an online learning provider that has been delivering technical courses since 2003. As a student, you get lifetime access and the opportunity to earn certification.

It’s normally priced at $295, but you can pick up the course now for just $19.99.

 

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Samsung announces Galaxy Z Flip 5G with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus and a familiar design

In 2019, Samsung, Huawei, and Motorola set out to create and conquer the segment of foldable smartphones with their respective contenders. Out of these, Samsung undeniably received most of the spotlight for the Galaxy Fold, primarily owing to its worldwide popularity. The Galaxy Fold was followed by Samsung’s vertically folding and relatively much more compact Galaxy Flip Z that was unveiled alongside the Galaxy S20 series. Although the Galaxy Z Flip is projected as futuristic, it has one major hurdle that deters it from being future-ready i.e. the lack of 5G connectivity. That changes today as Samsung is launching an overhauled Galaxy Z Flip with 5G. Even though the Galaxy Z Flip 5G was expected to launch alongside the Galaxy Note 20 series at the live Samsung Unpacked event next month, the Korean giant has officially announced the new device, presumably to avoid chaos at the already packed (pun unintended) launch event.

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The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip sports the exact same design and primarily the same features as the previous 4G variant. It features the same 6.7-inch Full HD+ “Infinity Flex Display” with a pixel density of 425ppi. Just like the previous model, there’s another tiny display outside that measures 1.1 inches and has a resolution of 300 x 112 pixels. The 12MP wide and 12MP ultra-wide cameras outside and the 10MP selfie camera remain the same as well.

Powering the Galaxy Z Flip 5G is Qualcomm’s latest and the most powerful Snapdragon 865 Plus mobile platform on which the Prime Core is overclocked from 2.84GHz to 3.1GHz. 5G connectivity is facilitated by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X55 5G modem-RF system that can render speeds up to 5Gbps in theory. In practice, however, the Galaxy Z Flip 5G supports sub-6GHz spectrum bands on NSA and SA 5G networks along with Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS). The smartphone does not support mmWave spectrum bands.

As per its purported TENAA listing, the Galaxy Z Flip 5G supports N41, N78, and N79 bands for both SA as well as NSA 5G networks, although that could be limited to the Chinese variant.

Price & Availability

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G comes to the U.S.A. in Mystic Gray and Mystic Bronze colors. The unlocked variant is priced at $1449.99 which can be bought at Samsung.com, Amazon, and Best Buy starting from August 7, 2020. The carrier model will be available via AT&T and T-Mobile from the same date.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G Specifications

	Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G
Display	Main Display	6.7″ FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED Display(21.9:9) Infinity Flex Display 2636 x 1080 425ppi
	Cover Display	1.1″ Super AMOLED Display 300 x 112 303ppi
Dimension & Weight	Folded	73.6 x 87.4 x 17.3mm (Hinge) – 15.4mm (Sagging)
	Unfolded	73.6 x 167.3 x 7.2mm – 6.9mm (Screen)
	Weight	183 g
Camera	Front Camera	10MP Selfie Camera: F2.4 Pixel size: 1.22μm FOV: 80˚
	Rear Dual Camera	12MP Ultra Wide Camera: F2.2 Pixel size: 1.12μm FOV: 123˚
		12MP Wide-angle Camera: Super Speed Dual Pixel AF, OIS, F1.8 Pixel size: 1.4μm FOV: 78˚ OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) for Rear Wide-angle Camera Up to 8x digital zoom HDR10+ recording Tracking AF
CPU & GPU		Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus (7nm DUV (N7P) process) 1 x Kryo 585 (based on ARM Cortex-A77) Prime Core @ 3.09GHz 3x Kryo 585 (based on ARM Cortex-A77) Performance cores @ 2.4GHz 4x Kryo 385 (based on ARM Cortex-A55) Efficiency cores @ 1.8GHz Adreno 650 GPU
Memory		8GB RAM with 256GB internal storage
Battery		3,300 mAh (typical) dual battery
Charging		Fast Charging compatible via power cord and wireless Wireless PowerShare reverse charging
OS		Android 10
Network		5G Non-Standalone(NSA), 5G Standalone(SA), Sub6, Dynamic Spectrum Sharing(DSS) Enhanced 4X4 MIMO, 6CA, LTE Cat.20 Up to 2.0Gbps Download / Up to 200Mbps Upload
Connectivity		Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz),VHT80 MU-MIMO,1024QAM Bluetooth v5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps) ANT+ USB Type-C NFC Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
Payment		Samsung Pay (Link) Credit & debit cards: supports MST or/and NFC, Prepaid card, Global remittance, Transit, Memberships, Gift cards, Rewards
Sensors		Capacitive Fingerprint sensor (side), Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor (digital, analog), Proximity sensor, RGB Light sensor
Authentication		Lock type: pattern, PIN, password Biometric lock type: Fingerprint sensor, Face recognition
Audio		Mono speaker Surround sound for Bluetooth and earphones with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included.) UHQ 32-bit &DSD64/128 support PCM: Up to 32 bits, DSD*: DSD64/128
		Audio playback format: MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, APE, DSF, DFF
		Bluetooth Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy Z Flip to play audio through the two devices simultaneously.
		Scalable Codec: Enhanced Bluetooth connection under ambient radio frequency interference.
		Recording Recording quality is improved with the High AOP Mic that minimizes distortion in noisy environments.
Video		Video playback format MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
		TV connection Wireless: Smart View (screen mirroring 1080p at 30fps)
Security		Knox platform: real-time monitoring and protection. Virus, malware prevention. (Powered by McAfee) Secure Folder: a secure space on the device to isolate and protect content such as apps, photos, movies, and private files.
In the Box		Galaxy Z Flip, Data Cable, Travel Adapter, Ejection Pin, USB Connector (OTG), Quick Start Guide, Clear Cover, Earphones (USB Type-C) with sound by AKG

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Realme X3 SuperZoom gets unofficial bootloader unlock method, while Realme C3 receives it officially

Realme usually ships their phones with an unlockable bootloader, but you can’t simply use a typical Fastboot unlock command to accomplish the task. Unless you’re dealing with the Realme 2 or C1, you have to first install a model-specific app known as In-Depth Test to validate the eligibility of bootloader unlocking. The app sends a bunch of unique identifiers from the target device to Realme servers in order to generate an unlock token. After a successful server-side validation, the app itself installs the token on the phone, and then only you can proceed with fastboot flashing unlock to carry out the remaining unlock process. However, it seems that an existing In-Depth Test app can be forced to run on an unsupported model in some cases. The “hack” is stable enough to unlock the bootloader of the Realme X3 SuperZoom.

While reviewing the Realme X3 SuperZoom, our very own Zachary Wander, better known in the forums as XDA Recognized Developer Zacharee1, has discovered that the In-Depth Test app intended for the Realme 6 Pro can also be used to perform the bootloader unlocking on the X3 SuperZoom. The app might throw some errors regarding device incompatibility, but you can easily change the region settings on your Realme X3 SuperZoom to bypass them. Unlocking the bootloader will factory reset your device, but it’s absolutely essential if you wish to root your device.

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Guide to unlock the bootloader of the Realme X3 SuperZoom

According to Zachary, the trick might work on the regular Realme X3 as well, while we can spot conflicting reports of Realme 6 bootloader unlock using the same app. The OEM has yet to publish the kernel sources for the Realme X3 series, thus don’t expect a source-built custom ROM for the device duo at this moment even if you manage to unlock the bootloader.

The Realme C3 has also gained bootloader unlocking support, albeit via the official channel. The company published the kernel sources for this device back in April, and now finally they have released the In-Depth Test APK for the Realme C3. We hope that the availability of the kernel source and the bootloader unlocker app should be useful to kickstart development on this phone.

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Lenovo launches Legion Phone Duel with Snapdragon 865 Plus, 90W charging, side popup, and more

The gaming smartphone segment has grown steadily over the last couple of years, with several OEMs like Asus, Razer, and Nubia offering some compelling devices geared towards mobile gamers, and practically all of them pushing the envelope when it comes to pure specifications. Now, Lenovo is marking its entry into the gaming smartphone segment with the launch of its first smartphone under the Legion brand, the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel, which will also be known for its quirky take on the front-facing camera amongst other features.

Lenovo Legion Phone Duel: Specifications

Specification	Lenovo Legion Phone Duel
Dimensions & Weight	169.17 x 78.48 x 9.9 mm 239g
Display	6.59″ FHD+ AMOLED 19.5:9 aspect ratio 144Hz refresh rate 240Hz touch sampling rate
SoC	Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus SoC 1x Kryo 585 (ARM Cortex-A77-based) Prime core @ 3.1GHz 3x Kryo 585 (ARM Cortex-A77-based) Performance core @ 2.4GHz 4x Kryo 385 (ARM Cortex A55-based) Efficiency cores @ 1.8GHz Adreno 650 GPU (10% faster bin)
RAM & Storage	12GB LPDDR5 + 256GB UFS 3.1 16GB + 512GB
Battery & Charging	5000mAh 90W Turbo Power Charging (using both USB Type-C ports simultaneously)
Fingerprint sensor	In-display fingerprint sensor
Rear Camera	Primary: 64MP, 0.8µm pixel, f/1.89, 1/1.72″ sensor Secondary: 16MP wide-angle, 120° FoV, f/2.2, 1.0µm pixel Video: 4K @ 30fps
Front Camera	20MP, f/2.2, side-mounted pop-up
Other Features	Dual stereo front-facing speakers with dual AWINIC 88264 Quad-microphone system Ultrasonic sensors for gaming Wi-Fi — 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2×2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.0 NFC GNSS: GPS GLONASS BeiDou Galileo QZSS 2x USB Type-C port
Android Version	Android 10 with ZUI 12/Legion OS

The Lenovo Legion Phone Duel had been extensively leaked and teased, so we had already had a fair idea of what to expect from the device. The stand-out feature of the device (pun intended) is perhaps the side-mounted pop-up front-facing camera, which houses a 20MP sensor. Moving the camera to a popup on the side allows Lenovo to ship a fullscreen experience, and also promote one of the highlight features of the device: the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel is targeting gamers who would prefer using a device in landscape orientation instead of the conventional portrait orientation, even when not gaming. Of course, you can also use the side-mounted front camera if you are a game streamer, and Lenovo is including software tweaks that will let you easily inlay your front camera view while game streaming.

If you do prefer to spend more of your time gaming, the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel is one of the smartphones you should consider. The phone has an expansive 6.59″ FHD+ AMOLED with a 240Hz touch sampling rate and a 144Hz refresh rate, pushing it into the realm of rare smartphones with such a high refresh rate display. The dual front stereo speakers also ensure you get the best of your gaming experience. As for the phone, it follows along with a gaming phone aesthetic, complete with a multicolor LED on the back beneath the Legion “Y” logo.

On the inside, the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel comes with the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus, as we already knew. Lenovo is pairing this up with up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage, ensuring you have some of the best specifications on paper. Powering the device is a 5,000mAh battery, which Lenovo has positioned in a split-cell design onto the top and bottom of the phone — Lenovo claims this is where gamers usually rest their hands while gaming, so the freed up space in the middle can be occupied by the logic board which is likely to run hotter during an intense session.

The Lenovo Legion Phone Duel is also the first smartphone to ship with an insane 90W Turbo Power Charging technology — but there is a catch here. To achieve this 90W, you need to make use of both the USB Type-C ports simultaneously, which would allow you to charge the 5000mAh battery from 0% to 50% in just 10 minutes, and complete a full charge of the massive battery within 30 minutes.

Pricing and Availability

The Lenovo Legion Phone Duel will be available in the coming days of July 2020 in China. Later, it will be made available in other select markets in the Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. The phone will not be making its way to the USA as per current plans.

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Chrome OS 84 adds an Explore app and multi-window overview improvements

Chrome OS 83 hit the stable channel earlier this year in May and introduced a couple of new features to the operating system, including tab groups in the browser and virtual desk renaming. The update also brought along a new ‘Show Password’ icon to help you easily view your password/pin during login, the ability to control media sessions with the Google Assistant, and new Google for Families features with better parental controls. Now, Google has started rolling out Chrome OS 84 to the stable channel, with a new Explore app, multi-window overview improvements, and more.

The company recently announced the rollout in a blog post, which details some of the key new features in the latest Chrome OS update. The update introduces a new Explore app to the platform which is designed to help new users get a hang of the operating system. The app replaces Chrome OS’s older Get Help app and gives you easy access to answers and visual tutorials to some of the most commonly asked questions from new Chromebook users.

The Explore app also features a ‘Perks’ tab that gives you quick access to some of the best Chromebook perks. For instance, in the U.S. you can currently use the Explore app to get free access to 100GB of storage and more through Google One for a year, free access to Stardew Valley, and free three months of Disney+.

Along with the new Explore app, Chrome OS 84 also brings some improvements to the multi-window Overview experience which will let you easily drag windows from your Chromebook’s screen to an external monitor and vise versa. Following the update, you’ll also be able to split your screen from Overview for better multitasking. The Chrome OS update also brings new emoji to the platform, including a new yawning face emoji, an ear with a hearing aid, and a sari emoji.

While the blog post only talks about the aforementioned features, a post on the Chromebook Help forums details a couple of more changes included in Chrome OS 84. Here are all the changes included in the latest Chrome OS update:

• Explore App Launch: Explore is a new app that will replace the Get Help app on your device. You can now explore help center content while being offline, get the latest perks for your device, and search directly within the app to learn more about your device.
• Take photos with the volume buttons: When your Chromebook is in tablet mode, you can press the up or down volume button to snap a photo or start/stop a video recording.
• Save Videos on Chromebooks: Videos captured in the Chrome OS Camera app will now save as MP4 videos. This makes it easier to use your recorded videos in other apps and while sharing with friends and family.
• Overview Mode: When in Overview mode you can now drag a window to the left or right edge to quickly set up split screen. If you use multiple displays, you can now drag windows between displays while in Overview mode.
• Linux (Beta) Updates: You can now control microphone access in Settings for Linux (Beta). By default, the setting will be toggled off and you can change at any time.
• Resize Virtual Keyboards: You can now resize your floating onscreen keyboard by dragging from each corner of the keyboard.
• Search in ChromeVox: It’s now possible to search within the ChromeVox menus to find what your are looking for even faster! Simply open the menu and you’ll be placed in the Search field. You can either search for a given item, or use the arrow keys to navigate the menus.

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Source: The Keyword, Chromebook Help

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