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Kospet Optimus 2 launching globally with exciting discount offer

Kospet is a premium smartwatch brand aiming at the production of high-quality Android smartwatches and rugged smartwatches. The company recently debuted the Optimus 2 with some exciting new offers to attract users.

Must See: Kospet Prime 2 leaks again with rotatable Sony IMX214 camera, launch expected by mid-August

Kospet is offering massive discounts on the Kospet Optimus 2. Apart from giving an introductory discount, the first 50 customers will get an option to choose a blue and brown strap for free. Moreover, the buyers who place an order within a month i.e; June 28 to July 28 will have an option to either buy a strap or charging base at half price. FYI, the original price of the strap and charging stand is $ 9.99 and $ 19.99 respectively.

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Coupon: 333OPTIMUS2

Furthermore, the brand promises to assist the user for a year in case of a quality problem. There is a 15-day free replacement guarantee for the same while you can return the watch within the 7 days without any charges or deductions.

KOSPET OPTIMUS 2

The major attraction for the new KOSPET OPTIMUS 2 is its 13MP Rotateable camera. At the top of the 1.6 inch IPS panel, there’s a 90° rotating camera with flashlight support. The shooter is equipped with Sony IMX214 graphic sensor, which means it can shoot 1080P 30fps videos.

Needless to say, the rotating camera also serves selfies and video calls. This is the world’s first smartwatch with a flashlight camera function providing the best photographing solution on any smartwatch till now. It is equipped enough to capture pictures and record videos even in the dark mode.

The KOSPET OPTIMUS 2 is also the world’s first dual-chip and dual-mode smartwatch. Concerning chipsets, the wearable powers the Helio P22 as the core chip for all the computing and processing functions. Whereas it has PAR2822 auxiliary as a Bluetooth chip, making it responsible for the BT connection, data collection, and other functions. 

The Helio P22 is the more responsive powerful chipset used in smartwatches as of now. Adding on to this, the KOSPET OPTIMUS 2 is also enhanced in terms of battery life. The low-power Bluetooth chipset helps in increasing efficiency.

Kospet Optimus 2 ships with Android Mode and Lite Mode. The Android Mode offers additional features including calls, video chatting, games, cameras, music, and social networking. Meanwhile, the Lite mode allows users to use the local applications on the watch such as SMS, calls, and various fitness modes.

Enormous Battery

It comes with a default storage of 64GB paired with 4GB RAM. This makes the smartwatch work more smoothly even after storing files in a large number. In fact, it can run any 3D large-scale online games and video software. The new smartwatch ships with a 1260mAh battery that supports a 1,000 mAh wireless charging dock. It offers a couple of days backup under medium usage in 4G mode, while the lite mode extends the life to 5 days.

Extensive Sports Modes

The wearable supports 31 sports modes, satisfying the needs and choices of daily sport. Above this, the smartwatch supports Heart rate, oxygen, and sleep monitoring. The inbuilt VC32S heart rate sensor is eligible to go for blood oxygen tests, double health monitoring, and heart rate tracking of dark skin users. 

Powerful Android Features

KOSPET OPTIMUS 2 powers Android 10.7 OS that enables the user to download a handful of third-party apps from the Google Play Store. Furthermore, the wearable some pre-installed with Gapps like Google Map and Google Voice Search. Plus, there are over a hundred face watches to choose from depending upon the type of use.

Technical Specifications of Kospet Optimus 2:

CPU: MT6762 eight-core
Screen: 1.6″ IPS
Memory: 4GB + 64GB
Battery: 1260mAh +1000mAh power bank
Camera: 13MP Rotating Camera
Camera supports flashlight
Lite Mode:  No touch is supported, only time and motion data are displayed/touch, call, SMS, motion App and dial replacement are supported
Health heart rate + blood oxygen + sleep
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Bluetooth 5.0 + BLE 5.0
System: Android 10.7

 

As mentioned above, the device can act as both a smartphone and a smartwatch. Just like a standard phone, this as well allows the installation of a nano sim card that supports a 4G network. OPTIMUS 2 supports WiFi, GPS, GLONASS, and BEIDOU connectivty.

To serve connectivity, it equips Bluetooth 5.0 + BLE 5.0. All in all, the smartwatch spares no stone unturned to deliver a faster, more accurate, and reliable tracking performance. The interested users can grab a discount on Kospet Optimus 2 via its official store.

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Deal: Get Xiaomi 20L Backpack for $23 (Retail Price $45)

Xiaomi 20L Backpack which generally retails for $45 is now available at a discounted price of $22.99 only at Banggood.

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Xiaomi 20L Backpack

Xiaomi 20L Backpack is known for its aesthetic design and superior quality. Made with 100% polyester microfibre, the backpack is lightweight and durable and the level 4 water-repellent fabric makes it ideal for your rainy adventures. 

Xiaomi 20L Backpack

The unisex design comes with one large pock big enough to carry a 15.6-inch laptop, books, clothes, etc, and 3 small side pockets large enough to hold your umbrella, water bottle, wallet, mini pad, phone, keys, lights, etc. The front pocket is ergonomically designed for easy and quick use without removing the backpack from your shoulders. 

Xiaomi 20L Backpack

Weighing just 285g, this water-resistant, and foldable backpack is perfect for your travel, adventure sports, work, school, and university needs. 

Xiaomi 20L Backpack

Generally retailing for $45, you can now buy Xiaomi 20L Backpack at a discounted price of $22.99 only at Banggood. Please note that this limited-stock deal is applicable on the Blue and Yellow color variant ordered from the Poland and US warehouses. So grab your backpack now. 

 

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Leak reveals ColorOS 12 will be OPPO’s best yet, may be announced in August

OPPO phones run a custom version of Android called ColorOS. The current version is ColorOS 11 and OPPO has done a great job rolling out the update to its devices. A new version is expected to be announced later this year and it should arrive as ColorOS 12. According to new info out of China, it will be OPPO’s best yet, thanks to the team developing it.

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According to the Weibo user that goes by 菊厂影业Fans, ColorOS 12 combines the best features of other Android skins. The post says that the new OS combines the fluency and design of Meizu’s Flyme, the innovative features of Smartisan OS, and the simplicity of HydrogenOS.

If you are familiar with Chinese Android skins, then you will agree that the aforementioned features and their respective operating systems are indeed true. So how is OPPO able to achieve this? According to the post, ColorOS 12 is being jointly developed by a team made up of the original ColorOS team, Flyme team, Smartisan OS team, and HydrogenOS team.

OPPO recently hired Zhu Haizhou, a former product manager at Smartisan, to join its software development team. We also know that the HydrogenOS team would have been merged with OPPO’s own ColorOS team now that OnePlus is a sub-brand of OPPO. It has also been reported that OPPO has recruited several Smartisan and Meizu employees. So the information revealed by the account checks out.

ColorOS 12 Digital Chat Station

Reliable Chinese leaker, Digital Chat Station, also revealed in a post that ColorOS 12, which will be based on Android 12, has some features of HydrogenOS. He also revealed that there are big UI changes and that it has already reached the internal testing phase.

ColorOS 12 is expected to be released in the third quarter of the year. One report even says the date is August 15, though we will advise users to take it with a pinch of salt.

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Xiaomi launches the Mi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro with MIJIA & HomeKit compatibility

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi yesterday announced that it would be hosting a smart Life conference today (June 29) where a new smart door lock will make its debut. Indeed, Xiaomi has launched the Mi Automatic Door Lock Pro and it is even on pre-order across some e-commerce platforms in China including Xiaomi Youpin. The product carries a price tag of 2099 yuan (~$325) and will start shipping after July 6.Mi Automatic Smart Door lock Pro

The Mi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro is the Xiaomi Smart Life’s flagship product for this year and it is touted to offer an upgraded performance. The door lock comes with the standard lock body installation but is also equipped with a high-end automatic camera. It is compatible with Bawang lock body and standard lock body installation and also supports heaven and earth hook.Mi Automatic Smart Door lock Pro

The camera is an AI-enabled 2.3-megapixel sensor with a 172-degree wide-angle lens and a 16:16 aspect ratio. The wider aspect ratio ensures the image recognition camera captures a wider field of view. So that it can recognize a child and an adult without any of them staying out of its FoV. The camera also allows the homeowner to check the state of the entrance hall or to see who’s at the door.

Further, the Mi Automatic Door Lock Pro features a human body sensor that works with an AI humanoid detection algorithm. The algorithm ensures that it can identify the video of people outside the door. The videos can be stored in the cloud for free for 3 days.Mi Automatic Smart Door lock Pro

In terms of basic functions, the door lock features a multi-dimensional semiconductor fingerprint recognition with a success rate of up to 98.94%. It also supports NFC unlocking with the identification area integrated with the numeric password buttons, giving it a larger area. You also get Bluetooth unlocking, HomeKit unlocking, and others. Mi Automatic Smart Door lock Pro

Due to the integrated camera, the door lock adopts a dual-battery power system. The door lock uses 8 dry-cell batteries and has a standard battery life of 12 months. On the other hand, the camera system is powered by a rechargeable 5000mAh lithium battery with a battery life of 3 to 5 months. This ensures, your home front is always monitored. Xiaomi has also promised a 3-year warranty and free door-to-door installation for the first time.

The Mi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro comes with Apple HomeKit and MIJIA app compatibility which is impressive. This means you can pair it with a smartphone or other compatible smart displays.

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ASUS Zenfone 8 gets a U.S. release with a $599 starting price

ASUS announced two new Zenfone flagships in May. There is the Zenfone 8 Flip, a more direct successor to the Zenfone 7 Pro with the same form factor and motorized cameras. Then there is the Zenfone 8, a compact flagship phone with a candy bar design. ASUS has now brought the latter to the U.S.

Zenfone 8

The Zenfone 8 is now available for purchase unlocked on the ASUS US online store. The phone is available in two configurations – 8GB RAM + 128GB with a $599 price tag and an 8GB RAM + 256GB version that costs $100 more. Both configurations can only be purchased in Obsidian Black.

The Zenfone 8 has a 5.92-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with a punch hole at the top left corner. The display has a 120Hz refresh rate, a Pixelworks chip, HDR10+,  and is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus. There is a Snapdragon 888 processor under the hood and it is paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

ASUS ships the phone with a dual-camera setup for the rear. The main camera is a 64MP Sony IMX686 and it is paired with a 12MP ultrawide angle camera that can also shoot macro pictures. For selfies, there is a 12MP Sony IMX363 camera

The Zenfone 8 packs a 4000mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging. There is an audio jack at the top of the device, stereo speakers, Cirrus Logic amplifiers, and Dirac HD sound technology. Alongside having NFC, Wi-Fi 6E, dual SIM support, and an in-display fingerprint scanner, the phone also has an IP68 rating. The Zenfone 8 runs Android 11 out of the box and will receive at least two major OS upgrades.

 

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Tesla is recalling nearly 300,000 EVs in China because drivers are accidentally switching on Autopilot

Electric vehicle maker Tesla will remotely update the Autopilot software in about 285,000 of its cars in China to prevent drivers from mistakenly activating the Autopilot feature while driving. This is after the country’s regulatory agency investigated claims that drivers inadvertently switch to Autopilot when driving.

The remote update is understood to affect both cars made locally and those from abroad. The state regulator, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation, believes there are safety concerns if the Autopilot is not firmed up. When the Autopilot turns on accidentally, the vehicle may accelerate rapidly or quickly slow down. Sudden acceleration or slowing down could, in extreme cases, cause a collision.

According to the state regulator, Tesla had already commenced the process of updating the software since Saturday. The bulk of the vehicles affected are the locally produced Model 3 and Model Y models, while more than 35,000 imported Model 3 will also be updated.Tesla

Tesla has had several issues relating to safety connected with the Autopilot in its vehicles in recent times. Some fatal collisions have also been recorded both inside China and in the US, among other countries. However, Tesla has continued to pursue greater development of the Autopilot feature, with safety concerns factored into their development.

Tesla has made steady progress in penetrating the Chinese market, which is arguably the largest EV market. Tesla’s China strategy has seen it rapidly invest in building factories in the mainland for its products to remain competitive. The company’s CEO Elon Musk has already hinted that China is its next biggest market after the US. In April, the company said that the US and China accounted for about 70% of its revenue.

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TCL 20 Pro 5G, 20S, 20 SE & Moveaudio earbuds launched for the US market

Chinese tech giant TCL unveiled a new range of new smartphones in April this year which include the TCL 20 Pro 5G, TCL 20L, TCL 20L+, and TCL 20S. Two of these models – TCL 20 Pro 5G and TCL 20S have now been launched for sale in the US alongside the TCL 20 SE. The 20 SE was announced alongside the TCL 20 5G and MoveAudio TWS earbuds at CES 2021 in January. The company is also promoting the Moveaudio earbuds.TCL 20 Pro 5G

The three smartphone models are now available in the US in a range of color variants via Amazon. TCL’s Moveaudio S600 true wireless earbuds are also available from Amazon at $99.99. The TWS earbud comes in three color variants are available – black, white, and grey.

In terms of the features, the Moveaudio TWS earbuds has active noise cancellation as well as a Transparency mode. TCL’s new earbuds promise to offer an impressive audio experience for users. Music enthusiasts especially enjoy the sound output of the earbuds. The earbuds has Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and also feature smart wear detection playback functionality. Further, it supports Google’s Fast Pair protocol for quick connectivity. They are also IP54-rated for dust, sweat, and water resistance which should enhance the durability of the earbuds significantly.

The TCL 20 Pro 5G, sells at $499.99 in the US and comes in two colors – Moondust Gray and Marine Blue. It bears close semblance with the global version, although the US model has a better 5MP sensor. It is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 750G chipset with 6GB RAM and 256GB of internal memory.

The features a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a curved glass design. It equally packs a quad-camera setup. The US version of the 20 Pro 5G will come with Android 11 and TCL’s in-house user interface.

The TCL 20S, like the 20 Pro 5G, packs a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen which is less trendy than that of the 20 Pro 5G. It has 4GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage.TCL MOVEAUDIO S200 TWS earbuds

The TCL 20 SE is the lowest-priced at $189 among the three models. It is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 460 chipset paired with 4GB of RAM. This model features a 6.82-inch LCD display and a U-notch containing a 13 MP camera. The TCL 20 SE also boasts of a quad-camera setup similar to the 20S.

Buyers who purchase the premium TCL 20 Pro 5G till July 5 using the code TCL20BOGO1 on Amazon will get free MoveAudio earbuds.

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Super Deal: Get Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pro for $368 (Retail Price $450)

Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pro, Global firmware which generally retails for $450 is now available at a massively discounted price of $368.17 only at AliExpress.

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Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pro

Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pr, Global firmware is a premium tablet that features an 11.5 inch, Full HD OLED display and is powered by the Snapdragon 730G Octa-Core Processor. The tablet comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM and supports Dual Band 2.4GHz/5.0GHz WiFi. With dual-band support, you can either choose the 2.4GHz band for obstacle penetration or a 5.0GHz band for faster connection over long distances. 

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XiaoXin Pad Pro is fueled by a powerful 8600mAh battery that gives you 8 hours of non-stop usage on one single charge and supports 20W fast charging. The tablet features 4 JBL certified speakers and dual 8MP front and 13MP + 5MP rear cameras.

 

For more information check out this review from Gizmochina.

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Generally retailing for around $450, AliExpress is giving out Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pro for $368.17 only. Please note that this offer is valid only till stock lasts. So place your order asap. 

 

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Deal: Get Xiaomi Pinjing Mini Electric Razor for $15 (Retail Price $20)

Xiaomi Pinjing ED1 Mini Electric Razor which generally retails for $20 is now available at a discounted price of $15.38 only at AliExpress.

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Xiaomi Pinjing ED1 Mini Electric Razor at $15.38 @AliExpress

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Xiaomi Pinjing ED1 Mini Electric Razor 

 

xiaomi pinjing electric razor

Key Features:

  • Lightweight and portable – can be easily carried in your pocket
  • Rotating three-leaf combination cutter
  • Honeycomb mesh with 0.07mm thickness- suitable for short and hard beards
  • Ultra-thin knife – for a clean and deep shave, without leaving stubble
  • Integrated blade and knife mesh design – for easy cleaning and disassembly
  • 5500RPM High-Speed Motor-For deep, powerful and clean shave
  • Smart Travel Lock 
  • Charging – Type C Port
  • Battery life – 90 minutes 
  • IPX5 Waterproof- can be used for both dry and wet shaving
  • Beautiful and minimalist design

xiaomi pinjing electric razor

Generally retailing for $20, you can now buy Xiaomi Pinjing ED1 Mini Electric Razor for a discounted price of $15.38 only at AliExpress. Please note that this limited-stock offer. So place your order asap. 

 

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Show your love for your country with Apple’s new bands and watch faces

One of the ways to customize your smartwatch is via the straps. If you own a smartwatch, you can decide to purchase an official strap from the manufacturer or third-party ones. For Apple Watch owners that want to pick up a new strap, then you may want to go with one of the new 22 Sport Loop bands themed after country flags (or official colors).

Apple Watch Sport Loop US International Collection Sport Loop

The International Collection bands are limited-edition Sport Loop bands that represent 22 nations from across the globe. The available bands represent the following countries: Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Russia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, and the US.

Each band also comes with a matching downloadable Stripes watch face to further customize your watch. You can easily download the watch face using the App Clip functionality on the package. You can also download any of the 22 watch faces from Apple’s website which you can share with other users using Face Sharing.

The bands are available in 40mm and 44mm sizes and are priced at $49 per piece.

 

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Axon 30 Ultra Review: ZTE is BACK!

It’s been a while since ZTE launched its flagship phone, the AXON 30 Ultra. I’m sure you guys are just as curious as us to see how good the high-end phone from ZTE really is. With that in mind, let’s take a look at how it performs.

Axon 30 Ultra Review: Design & Display

When I first saw this phone, I really liked it. It has a square appearance, with the top and bottom cut flat, and the camera module is rectangular but has some details. With the dark gray frosted glass, the whole shape is very calm and elegant.ZTE AXON 30 ULTRA Review 16

This shape reminds me of Samsung’s Note series, but considering that Samsung may not launch a new Note model this year, the AXON 30 Ultra may be one of the most square phones you can buy this year. The camera is color-coated and reflects colorful shades when exposed to light.

ZTE AXON 30 ULTRA weight Review

The 188g weight makes it one of the lightest flagship phones from any brand this year. Honestly, I really like the look and the lightweight feel of the device, but it is not without drawbacks. The bezel is quite prominent, and it can be a bit uncomfortable to hold it for long periods of time. Other than that, I’m very happy with the design.

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The AXON 30 Ultra 5G features a 144Hz refresh rate, FHD+, 10bit color depth support screen. The hole punch is in the middle of the screen. Although the screen has no screen protector, the oleophobic layer of the screen is sufficient, so it is very smooth to operate. The upper and lower bezel is almost equal in width, but it is not on the same plane as the screen, so it cuts your hand when sliding. Although the supplier of the screen is not Samsung, it still uses diamond-like pixels.

ZTE AXON 30 ULTRA diamond pixel Review 01The fingerprint recognition area is situated a bit higher than usual, and it is more comfortable when unlocking. In short, AXON 30 Ultra’s screen is average for a flagship, not particularly outstanding to wow people, but it has no obvious shortcomings for users to complain about.

Axon 30 Ultra Review: Hardware & Gaming

Since it is called the Ultra, the phone naturally features top-end hardware like the Snapdragon 888, UFS 3.1, and LPDDR5.

ZTE AXON 30 ULTRA hardware In the AnTuTu Benchmark, the phone scored 790011, while in 3D MARK it scored 5857. The Geekbench 5 scores were 1125 for single-core and 3575 for multi-core. The Benchmark scores are the usual level for flagship phones.

Next, let’s take a look at the gaming performance. The frame rate curve of PUBG is very smooth, which means that the most basic cooling measures are implemented without any problems. The Axon 30 Ultra uses a 2880mm2 liquid cooling plate, which seems to have made a significant difference in the extreme gaming tests.

ZTE AXON 30 ULTRA PUBG Gaming Review 05Genshin Impact’s frame rate curve is not as stable as PUBG’s, but the average frame rate of 52fps and the absence of sudden and significant frame rate drops make for a good gaming experience. Brightridge’s gaming performance is also similar to Genshin Impact.

ZTE AXON 30 ULTRA Genshin Impact Review 06Of course, it has the same shortcomings as the other Snapdragon 888 phones — the phone heats up quite a bit. But since ZTE has chosen to unleash full performance, a temperature increase is inevitable.

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Axon 30 Ultra Review: Camera Performance

The camera system of AXON 30 Ultra is very interesting, three of the four lenses are all main camera level lenses. They are 64MP main camera, 64MP portrait lens, 64MP ultra-wide lens. The last one is an 8MP 5x telephoto lens.

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Main Camera

The main camera, even with the AI tuning, is not too gaudy, HDR is moderately strong, the details are plentiful, the white balance is stable, and the finished photo style is of the type that is stable, without mistakes. At night, AXON 30 Ultra’s auto mode is not integrated with any night mode algorithm, so you can see that the auto mode photos are faithfully restored to what the naked eye sees, and the dynamic range of the photos is relatively small. However, once the night mode is turned on, all aspects of the photos are improved tremendously. The noise is also less while retaining details, which already belong to the first tier level of flagship phones.

Ultra-Wide Camera

The ultra-wide camera has basically the same tuning as the main camera. However, because the hardware is weaker than the main camera, the exposure in low lighting scenes is also a bit darker and there will be more noise.

Portrait Lens

The AXON 30 Ultra’s portrait lens is not the same kind that other phones use to assist with bokeh, rather it is called a portrait lens because it is close to the equivalent 35mm focal length. However, to take 35mm equivalent photos, you need to manually slide the adjustment to 1.3x or switch to portrait mode to achieve it, the default mode gives you a 2x zoom button. The bokeh algorithm is not very effective if the portrait mode is not a human subject, so generally, I use this lens as a 2x telephoto. This lens works very well at 2x zoom, and the results at night are not bad. In addition to the noise limited by the hardware, exposure has been at par with the main camera.

Telephoto Lens

The last 5x telephoto lens performs well in the daytime. But at night, when the lighting goes down, the image may turn out to be blurred. Plus, it doesn’t have night mode, so it’s better to avoid using it if the light is too low.

I think the advantage of the AXON 30 Ultra’s image system is that it has a full range of focal lengths, so you can choose the right focal length to compose a picture, no matter how close or far. This is very friendly for photography enthusiasts.

Video

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Because all three lenses are at the main camera level, except for the 5x telephoto, they are all able to record 4K 60fps video. The main camera can support up to 8K 30fps video and can also record HDR video. 5x telephoto intelligently records up to 1080p 60fps video. With strong image stabilization, it is a phone with very good video recording features.

 

ZTE AXON 30 ULTRA myos 11 Review 10AXON 30 Ultra’s new pre-installed system, MyOS 11, is also a change from the previous design, the UI and icons have become more youthful and vibrant, and the animations are smooth. If you’ve used the global version of MIUI or other Chinese branded custom Android OS, MyOS is very similar to them. But unfortunately, the global version of MyOS 11 is less functional than the Chinese version, for example, the streamlined desktop on the Chinese version is not present on the global version, which is a pity.

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Axon 30 Ultra Review: Battery Life

AXON 30 Ultra supports up to 65w of charging power. The charger is included in the box, and it is worth mentioning that the charging interface is Type-C and the charging cable sent is also USB-C to C. The charger is very small and supports PPS. And this 65w charger is very small and supports PPS, which is considered to be a better overall quality of the charger that comes with the box.

ZTE AXON 30 ULTRA charging Review 12Charging speed is okay, 10 minutes gets you to 28%, 30 minutes up to 64%, and 52 minutes to fully charge the device. So it looks like the charging tech doesn’t use trickle charge. However, it is rather unfortunate that the flagship is not equipped with wireless charging. 

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Although it is only 188g, ZTE still stuffed a 4600mAh battery. In the real-life battery test, the phone consumed 5% for half an hour of TikTok, 4% for half an hour of online video, 9% for one game of PUBG, 22% and 12% for half an hour of Genshin Impact, and 20 minutes of Brightridge, respectively. So, the battery life is also at a moderate level.

Axon 30 Ultra Review: Verdict

The AXON 30 Ultra is undoubtedly a very well-balanced flagship phone that has almost no particular shortcomings. But if you look at it the other way, it doesn’t have any obvious strengths either. Perhaps the squarish design, the dominant appearance, and the complete range of focal lengths are its more prominent highlights.

But would you buy this phone for these two strengths? Let us know in the comments section down below.

 

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Revolt e-Bike expects a spike in sales of EVs in India’s Gujarat due to the new cash-back policy

The Indian state of Gujarat is implementing an Electric Vehicle policy that aims to provide incentives for renewable energy solutions to the transportation challenges in the state. It will see the state government paying Rs 10,000 per kWh as Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to electric bike customers for every unit that they purchase in the state. The policy takes effect from July 1 and could kickstart a rush for two-wheeler electric vehicles in the state of Gujarat.Revolt RV 400

One company that is hoping to benefit from this policy is Revolt bike which opened shop in the state in 2020. With the Revolt bike having a battery capacity of up to 3.2 kWh, each customer could get above Rs 20,000 when purchasing the electric bike. The Gujarat state EV policy also follows some extensive incentives programs by the national government to engender clean and greener solutions to the transportation challenge. The Central government’s program could also yield up to Rs 15,000 per kWh for the electric vehicle manufacturer. Therefore, a combination of these incentives has made it possible for buyers of Revolt electric bikes in Gujarat to save up to Rs 68,000 for their purchase of the e-bikes.

As could be expected, the incentives regime is bound to drive demand for the bikes to the ceiling, and Revolt is taking steps to ensure that it meets the increased demand expected for the product. With several sales dealership networks slated for opening across the state, Revolt will hope to tap maximum benefit from the new EV policy. In addition, prices for the bikes are bound to go down because of the new subsidy regime. This could lead to more affordable vehicles for a greater segment of the population.

Other states have also begun a similar policy to encourage renewable energy solutions to the country’s transportation problem.

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KOSPET Launches Optimus 2 Smartwatch Globally for $177 (Retail Price $250)

KOSPET launched globally its latest smartwatch, the KOSPET Optimus 2 on 28 June.

Kospet Optimus 2

The smartwatch which retails for $249.99 is available at a heavily discounted price of $176.99 only, via coupon code: 333OPTIMUS2. KOSPET Optimus 2

KOSPET Optimus 2 features a 1.6” IPS round display surrounded by a beautiful metallic bezel. It is the world’s first smartwatch with a 13MP rotatable flashlight camera. The smartwatch is fitted with a 13MP high-performance camera, equipped with a Sony IMX214 graphic sensor with 1080p high resolution and 30fps. The camera which is located a the top center can be rotated up to 90 degrees and used as a front camera to take selfies or video calls. Moreover, with the addition of the flashlight, you can take photos and videos anytime and anywhere without worrying about the background and environmental lighting. 

KOSPET Optimus 2

KOSPET Optimus 2 comes with dual chips viz: MediaTek HelioP22 and PixArtPAR2822. The HelioP22 chip acts as the main processor which computes and processes all intelligent and complex data while the PixArt chipset is used for optimizing the Bluetooth connection and acquire and process the sports data. Due to the use of a separate chip for Bluetooth and Sports data, the smartwatch easily optimizes between the Bluetooth and cellular network, thereby giving you a strong and stable connection, low power consumption, and enhanced battery life. The smartwatch features two usage modes viz: Android Mode and Lite Mode. The Android mode is a high-performance version of an android smartwatch that runs all functions and apps while the Lite mode allows you to use only localized apps like calls, SMS, and fitness modes.

KOSPET Optimus 2

KOSPET Optimus 2 features a built-in 1260mAh Lithium Polymer Battery which gives you 5 days battery life on Lite mode and 2 days on Android mode. Moreover, you can also opt for a 1000mAh power bank to recharge your watch anywhere, on the go. Equipped with a 4GB LPDDR4 memory chip and 64GB EMMC 5.1 flash memory chip, the smartwatch runs 3D online games smoothly and can easily store large personal files and images.

KOSPET Optimus 2

Unlike ordinary Android Smartwatches, KOSPET Optimus 2 comes with 31 dedicated sports modes that can fulfill almost all your athletic and fitness needs. The smartwatch also features a built-in VC32S heart rate sensor, blood oxygen monitor, sleep tracker, etc. Powered by Android 10.7, the smartwatch supports dual 4G, global network frequency band, and Vo-LTE and comes with triple satellite navigation systems like GPS, Beidou, and GLONASS,  making it a mini replica of your cellphone. 

KOSPET Optimus 2

DEAL:

The retail price for KOSPET Optimus 2 is fixed at $249.99. But as a part of its world premiere, the company is giving out KOSPET Optimus 2 at a massively discounted price of $179.99. Moreover, by using the coupon code:333OPTIMUS2, you can get the smartwatch for $176.99 only. Please note that this super deal will end on 28 July 2021. So place your order asap.

Global Launch Gifts:

  • The first 50 customers get a free strap either black or brown color.
  • Users who place an order between June 28th – July 28th can buy a strap or charging base at half price (the original price of the strap is 9.99 USD, the original price of the charging stand is 19.99 USD)

 

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Concept envisions a unique camera setup, improved S Pen& more!

Samsung is expected to unveil its flagship offering for 2022, the Galaxy S22 series in January 2022. The series will be made up of the vanilla Galaxy 22, the Galaxy S22 Pro, and the high-end Galaxy S22 Ultra which will succeed the Galaxy S21 Ultra.Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S22 series has been generating much hype, especially concerning the design. Recently, we saw a set of cool renders of the Galaxy S22 designed by talented designer, Technizo Concept in conjunction with LetsGoDigital. The prolific designer has now unveiled another set of custom renders, this time for the premium Galaxy S22 Ultra giving us an idea of what to expect onboard Samsung’s next flagship.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Concept

The Galaxy S22 Ultra will likely come with an expanded S Pen functionality, with talk of a new S Pen feature with Bluetooth support. No major changes are expected in the screen size of the S22 Ultra, and some tipsters have predicted that it will sport a 6.81-inch, QHD+ display, same with the S21 Ultra. The renders also reveal that the S21 Ultra will have a rounded screen with a glass back panel. The LTPO (Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide) screen technology will also be deployed for the S22 Ultra, with an adaptive and efficient display refresh rate.Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Concept

There are also indications that the S22 Ultra will have lots of features that point to it being used as a gaming smartphone. It could have the Adaptive Heat Fan to curb overheating widely reported by some users of the S21 Ultra, together with support for ray-tracing and variable rate shading. Together with the new AMD-collaborated Exynos 2200 and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipsets, these features pack sufficient power and capabilities into the device. The S22 Ultra will also come with Android 12, which Google could release in October 2021.Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra will also sport an impressive camera setup, with the possibility of an under-display selfie camera included. A RAM of 16GB with internal memory up to 1TB is predicted for the S22 Ultra. As we inch towards January 2022, we are bound to get more details relating to the flagship model before its eventual release.

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Huawei aims on improving travel experience in self driving cars: Patent

Huawei has just recently published a new patent, which was related to the control system of autonomous vehicles. While smart cars with self driving technology are already available, the company seeks to improve the overall driving and travel experience.

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According to the patent titled “Smart Car Control Method, Device and Control System,” the Chinese tech giant is working on a smart car control system that could improve the autonomous technology behind self driving cars. As per an ITHome report, the patent also describes a system for controlling smart cars, which is capable of improving the comfort for passengers as well as the driving experience of the self driving smart car.

This system would control the smart car’s driving mode, its driving style, to reach the speed of the vehicle at an optimal level. Once it reaches this optimal speed, it would also shift the driving mode to maintain it. In simpler terms, it would effectively work in real time to make the experience smooth and comfortable for the passengers riding in the vehicle, including the one behind the wheel.

Huawei

Unfortunately, this is still a patent at the moment so finer details regarding this smart control system are currently unknown. Furthermore, it is also unclear if the smartphone maker is actually working on such a product or is just covering all bases. So stay tuned as we will be providing updates when additional information or any notable development surfaces regarding this technology.

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Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro X teasers reveal more details about the upcoming laptop

Xiaomi has today confirmed that the brand’s new flagship thin and light masterpiece Mi Notebook Pro X will be officially launched on 30th June. The company has been teasing features of the upcoming device and the new teaser from the brand hints at its pricing.

The new teaser poster from the brand reveals that the device will be the first 10,000 yuan notebook from Xiaomi. It will come with powerful top-of-the-line specifications, offering flagship grade performance, screen, craftsmanship, and smart experience.

In another teaser, the company has confirmed that the device will come with a maximum configuration of 32GB LPDDR4x high-frequency memory and 1TB large-capacity solid-state drive (SSD). It has also hinted about offering a limited edition bag worth 200 yuan.

Earlier this year, Xiaomi launched the Mi Notebook Pro 14 and Mi Notebook Pro 15, priced at 5,299 yuan and 6,999 yuan. Now, the company has revealed its plans to launch Mi Notebook Pro X powered by RTX 3050 Ti.

The device is revealed to come with Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics processor along with support for RTX Optical Tracking and DLSS Technology. It uses a GA107 core built on Samsung 8nm process, and TDP power consumption between 35 to 80W.

It is confirmed to come powered by 11th Generation Intel H35 series processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti GPU respectively. Xiaomi claims these chipsets offer 45W performance when they are actually capable of delivering 35W only.

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Nothing ear (1) gets a July 27 launch date

Nothing, the startup founded by Carl Pei, the former OnePlus Co-founder, has announced the launch date for its first product, the ear (1). The announcement comes a few weeks after the manufacturer said that it was delaying the launch till later this summer.

Nothing ear (1) launch

The Nothing ear (1) will launch on July 27 as seen in the poster shared by the manufacturer’s social media account. The event is scheduled to begin at 14:00 PM BST.

The ear (1) is a pair of wireless earbuds. The manufacturer had confirmed back in February that its first product will be wireless earbuds with a summer launch date. It was originally scheduled to launch this month but Nothing announced a few weeks ago that the product will be delayed as they had a few things to finalize.

The pair of wireless earbuds will stand out from the several dozens available in the market right now with respect to design. We also expect it to pack a few tricks too.

Nothing has revealed that the earbuds will be sold by Flipkart in India and Selfridges in the UK. We also expect them to be available on the official website too.

 

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Xiaomi might be working on a cheaper alternative to the Apple AirTag

Xiaomi might just be working on its own version of the Apple AirTag. The patent from the company was recently granted and had the title of “Method and Device for Finding Objects.”

The patent has the application number CN106877911B and was first applied back in 2017. This patent is regarding a method and device that is capable of finding items, as reported by ITHome. In other words, the product in question could be used to find lost items of the user. Meaning, it should be similar to or could actually be a smart tag from the Chinese tech giant. In recent times, certain smartphone makers have launched their own iterations of a smart tracker device, including the Cupertino based company, Apple.

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For those unaware, Apple recently launched the AirTag, which is a smart tracking device, that helps users find lost objects or keep track of certain accessories. So, Xiaomi might also be working on a product that offers similar functionality but at a price tag that makes it more accessible to the broader audience. Although, this is just speculation at the moment, so take it with a pinch of salt. Unfortunately, this is still a patent and it is too early to tell if the smartphone maker is actually working on such a product or just covering all bases, so stay tuned for more updates.

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Grab Redmi K40 Pro Plus price drops down to $549

Xiaomi announced the Redmi K40 Pro Plus this year in February. The smartphone features a 6.67 inch Super AMOLED display with an IP53 rating that protects it from dust and water. The device is worth $ 769.99 in general, but Giztop has an exclusive offer where you can grab the high-end device at $549.

Must See: Grab Realme GT 5G smartphone for $399 via Giztop

Giztop has all color variants to offer i.e; White, Blue, and Black with 256GB of memory configuration paired with 12GB RAM. The device will arrive within 7-10 days with an express delivery that costs $29.99. Whereas, the standard shipping costs $16.99, but it will take up to 10-20 days to deliver.

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Redmi K40 Pro Plus Specifications

Redmi K40 Pro Plus comes with a 6.67 inch Super AMOLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The panel offers a 120Hz refresh rate coupled with 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal memory. The dual sim device is rated IP53, making it dust and splash-resistant.

Under the hood, Redmi K40 Pro Plus equips an Octa-core processor-based Snapdragon 888 5G chipset along with Adreno 660 GPU. It powers the latest stable channel, Android 11 out of the box along with the company’s own customized skin, MIUI 12.

For shooting purposes, Redmi K40 Pro Plus houses a 20MP sensor at the front. On the other side, it has a triple camera module indulging a massive 108MP primary lens, an 8MP ultrawide snapper, and a 5MP macro shooter.

A 4,520 mAh battery backs up the Redmi K40 Pro Plus that supports 33W of fast charging. In fact, the company claims, it takes 52 minutes for the device to get fully charged. Other features of the smartphone include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, Wi-Fi 6, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, and Hi-Res Audio Wireless.

Related: Redmi K40 Game Enhanced Edition price slashed, now starts from 2,299 Yuan ($360)

These HONOR smartphones will continue to receive software updates from HUAWEI

Back in November 2020, Huawei sold its then subsidiary Honor to Zhixin New Information Technology Co. Ltd. As a result, Honor got access to Google Mobile Services as well as other American-origin supplies for the newly unveiled HONOR 50 series. A few days after the announcement of these smartphones, the brand has finally shed some light on the software support for its older devices.

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Huawei and Honor executives have confirmed to SuomiMobiili.fi (via GSMArena) that older HONOR-branded smartphones will continue to receive software updates. However, this support will come from the brand’s then-parent company Huawei.

Only select handset models released before April 1, 2021 will be eligible for this scheme. That’s because Honor’s exit from Huawei took place between March and April of this year.

As per Joonas Nurmela, Huawei’s Chief Public Relations and Communications Manager, HONOR-branded smartphones will get full product support, including standard security and software updates like the HUAWEI-branded models throughout their lifecycle. The executive even revealed the list of eligible handsets.

Honor Smartphones Eligible for Software Updates from Huawei

Monthly Security Updates

  • HONOR 20
  • HONOR 20 Pro
  • HONOR View20

Quarterly Security Updates

  • HONOR 30
  • HONOR 30 Pro+
  • HONOR 30i
  • HONOR 30S
  • HONOR View30 Pro
  • HONOR 20e
  • HONOR 20i
  • HONOR 20S
  • HONOR 20 Lite
  • HONOR 10i
  • HONOR 9A
  • HONOR 9C
  • HONOR 9S
  • HONOR 9S
  • HONOR 9S
  • HONOR 9S 10X
  • HONOR 9X Lite
  • HONOR 10X Lite
  • HONOR 9X Pro
  • HONOR 8A
  • HONOR 8S
  • HONOR 8A Pro

Additionally, according to Suvi Surenkin, Honor’s Marketing Director for Finland and the Baltics, the HONOR brand under the new ownership will try to help customers of older products for after-sales support before directing them to Huawei customer service.

Unfortunately, it’s not sure whether the above-mentioned HONOR smartphones will be updated to HarmonyOS 2. Anyway, what are your thoughts on Honor’s commitment to its older devices? Do let us know in the comment section below.

 

 

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