[Report] The upcoming Huawei P40 could dual boot HarmonyOS and Android & that’s probably the Right Way Forward

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Oct 19, 2019

Apple has been long anticipated to launch a pair of TWS earphones which would support active noise cancellation. While they have previously been claimed to launch on numerous occasions, unfortunately, all of them have turned out false. However, last month the logo of redesigned AirPods was discovered in the source code of the latest beta version of iOS. Surprisingly, these matched exactly with prior case leaks that originated from China which sealed the deal about their existence.

According to a fresh report published by China Economic Daily, we won’t have to wait for long as the long-awaited “AirPods Pro” will launch before the end of October. As you would have noticed, the upcoming wireless pair of earphones from Apple won’t be named AirPods 3 which was previously claimed, instead, they will carry the “Pro” branding similar to what has been observed with the iPhone XI and iPhone XI Pro.

Therefore, they are presumed to coexist with the regular AirPods which were last updated earlier this year with the H1 chip and support for wireless charging. In terms of pricing, they are reported to cost NT$ 8,000 before taxes which roughly translates to US $ 260. Their higher price tag also strengthens the assumption of them coexisting with the standards AirPods which are sold at a price of $ 199 inclusive of taxes.

Although the final design is yet to be publicised by Apple, based upon leaks and reports, several renders have been made, out of which one is shared below.

In comparison to the current variant, these feature an in-ear style design with silicon buds which would prevent them from slipping outside of the ear while working or performing other intensive physical activities. Besides, their stem has also be reworked which would allow them to fit in a smaller charging case whose image is shared above.

To wrap things, the launch of the AirPods Pro seems imminent, however, we will have to wait until the official announcement to obtain precise details including its exact price.

What are your thoughts on their design renders? Do you prefer these or the original AirPods look more appealing to you? Let us know in the comments below.

Vivo U3 pre-order begins: SD675, triple cams, 5000mAh battery for ¥999

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Oct 19, 2019

The yet-to-be-released Vivo U3 may give some of the new mid-range phones in the market a run for their money. It not only has impressive specs but adds an affordable price tag too.

A pre-order page is already live on Jingdong.com and it reveals the new mid-range phone has a starting price of ¥999 (~$140)! That is an amazing price for a phone that has a Snapdragon 675 processor, triple rear cameras, and a 5000mAh battery. But that isn’t all the new Vivo phone has to offer.

The Vivo U3 has a 6.53-inch FHD+ display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and a 90.3 screen-to-body ratio. The display has a waterdrop notch that is home to a 16MP f/2.0 AI selfie camera that can identify 103 different facial features.

On the back of the phone are three cameras arranged vertically. The first is an 8MP f/2.4 super wide-angle camera and it is followed by a 16MP f/1.78 sensor which is the primary camera. At the bottom just below the LED flash is a 2MP f/2.4 camera with a macro lens. There are a number of camera features such as Super Night View 2.0, 4 cm macro photography, and even Face Wake which unlocks your phone super fast using your face.

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The Snapdragon 675 processor is paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. There is also a 6GB RAM version with the same amount of storage for ¥1199 (~$169). If you want more storage, Vivo has got you covered as the U3 has a triple card tray for 2 nano SIMs and a MicroSD card (256GB max.).

The Vivo U3 has a 3D curved body and underneath is a 5000mAh battery. There is support for 18W fast charging but you have to make do with a MicroUSB port. It also has an audio jack and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The phone weighs 193 grams and measures 162.15 x 76.47 x 8.89 millimeters. It is available in porcelain green, black, and blue. The pre-order runs until the 00:00 on October 24 which means the phone should be announced on the same day.

iPad Pro lookalike Huawei MediaPad M7 leaked, Could launch alongside the Nova 5Z

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Oct 19, 2019

Huawei’s pace of launching new devices in spite of the U.S ban seems unaffected. Earlier today, it had teased the Huawei Nova 5Z mid-range smartphone and now, renders of an upcoming high-end tablet from the company have surfaced online. The device is alleged to be the MediaPad M7, the successor of the huawei MediaPad M6 which was launched earlier this year.

Right off the bat, the design of the Huawei MediaPad M7 looks heavily inspired by the Apple iPad Pro. The upcoming Huawei tablet features a large screen display on the front which is surrounded by thin bezels on all four sides. Its body/shell seems to be made out of aluminium which will provide for a sturdy in-hand feel. The rear of the device houses the company branding and a capsule-shaped camera module which protrudes slightly from the surface.

The leak has also revealed two accessories for the tablet which includes a detachable physical keyboard and a stylus which rests on its top when not in use, that is assumed to charge it’s the built-in battery. Like the MediaPad M7 draws inspiration from the iPad Pro, its accessories also look highly reminiscent to those of the iPad.

iPad Pro (2018) featured — Apple iPad Pro with Apple Pencil

While the MediaPad M7 has dual bottom-firing speakers and USB C port, Huawei seems to have done away with the 3.5 mm headphone jack. Even though the source has not revealed any specs of the upcoming tablet, it is presumed to have top of the line features.

Accordingly, the MediaPad M7 could be kitted with the HiSilicon Kirin 990 SoC and 8 GB of RAM or higher. All in all, it looks like a worthy flagship-grade tablet which along with Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S6 can lead the bandwagon of Android tablets against Apple’s iPads that have a significant market share.

Even though its launch date has not been revealed yet, it could be unveiled alongside the Nova 5Z which will launch on 21st of October.

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TENAA-certified Hisense HLTE226T has support for modular accessories

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Oct 19, 2019

A new Hisense phone has been certified by TENAA just a few days after we reported two new ones received their certifications. The new phone’s model number is HLTE226T and it is a mid-range device with a big battery and contact pins for possible modular accessories.

The Hisense HLTE226T has a 6.517-inch screen with a 1600 x 720 resolution. It is powered by a 2.0GHz octa-core processor paired with 4GB, 6GB or 8GB of RAM. Depending on the RAM, the phone will have 64GB, 128GB or 256GB of storage.

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Hisense has put three cameras on the rear of the phone. The primary camera is a 13MP sensor and it is paired with two 2MP sensors. There is also an 8MP camera in front for selfies.

The TENAA listing says the phone supports storage expansion (128GB max.). It has an oddly-shaped fingerprint scanner on the back and at the bottom are ten gold contact pins that hint at the device having support for accessories that slap on to the back.

The Hisense HLTE226T has a 5360mAh battery and runs Android 9 Pie. It weighs 205 grams and measures 166.2 x 76.4 x 9.47 millimeters. It will be available in black and green.

Huawei teases Nova 5z with 48MP quad cameras and Kirin 810 SoC

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Oct 19, 2019

In June of this year, Huawei announced the Nova 5 series. The series includes the Kirin 710F-powered Nova 5i, the Nova 5 with a Kirin 810 processor, and the Nova 5 Pro flagship powered by the Kirin 980. The following month, it announced the Nova 5i Pro and followed it with the Nova 5T, a rebranded Honor 20, in August for markets outside China. Huawei isn’t done yet as it has just released a teaser for a new phone called the Nova 5z.

The teaser poster not only reveals the design of the phone but also mentions some key specs. Starting with the design, the Nova 5z has a display devoid of a notch but has a hole in the top left corner. The top and side bezels are also really slim though it does have a little bit of chin.

The rear of the phone does stand out thanks to its matrix-style quad rear cameras. The squircle camera housing is a bit raised and beside it is an LED flash. Underneath the four cameras is a fingerprint scanner. The phone is shown in two variants – green and aurora.

For the specs, the poster reveals the Nova 5z will have a Kirin 810 processor inside. This is the 7nm chipset Huawei announced this year as a successor to the Kirin 710. The poster also mentions the primary rear camera is a 48MP sensor and the selfie camera is a 32MP sensor with night mode.

Huawei didn’t mention a release date but it should be around the corner.

We expect there will be another Huawei phone launching alongside the Nova 5z as TENAA recently published the specs for a Huawei phone with the model number AQM-AL00. The phone which has an OLED display, triple rear cameras, and a 4000mAh battery is rumored to be the P Smart 2020.

Roborock S5 2nd Anniversary Promotion Kicks Off on Gearbest [$10 OFF Coupon]

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Vinay Patel

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Oct 19, 2019

Touted as one of China’s leading manufacturers of robotic home cleaners and other cleaning appliances, Roborock has launched the Roborock S5 2nd Anniversary promotion on Gearbest.

As part of the recently kicked-off promo, Gearbest users will be able to get $10 off $100 on the Roborock brand. The promotion page features some of Roborock’s popular cleaners including the Roborock S50, Roborock S6 LDS, Roborock S55, along with a slew of Roborock accessories.

More importantly, you can buy these amazing products for considerably lowered prices. For the sake of an instance, the Roborock S50 Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner would normally set you back $664.20, but you can now buy it for just $379.99 from the promotion page.

To extend this 43 percent discount, all you need to do is to apply coupon code GB-ROBOROCK at checkout. The coupon helps you save $10 more by reducing the retail price of the S50 to just $369.99 before you place your order.

The Roborock S6 LDS Scanning SLAM Algorithm Robot Vacuum Cleaner which normally carries a $656.77 price tag has gone up for sale bearing a lowered price of only $599. This is a noteworthy 9 percent drop in the vacuum cleaner’s original selling price.

On top of that, you can save $10 more by applying coupon code GB-ROBOROCK. The coupon enables you to reduce the original asking price of the Roborock S6 LDS Scanning SLAM Algorithm Robot Vacuum Cleaner to just $589 even before you click the ‘Place Your Order’ button.

Alternatively, you can go for the Roborock S55 Smart Vacuum Cleaner, which usually retails for $560.51, but can now be yours for a lowered price of just $379.99. This is a 32 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price.

Moreover, you can get an extra $10 off by applying coupon code GB-ROBOROCK at the time of checking out. In other words, you can bring the already lowered asking price of the S55 smart vacuum cleaner further down to just $369.99.

The Roborock Accessories category features devices that help you enhance the overall performance of your Roborock branded vacuum cleaners. More importantly, you can get these accessories at lowered prices during the activity period.

The section features Roborock S50 S55 Main Brush Cover, Roborock Dock Charger, Durable Vacuum Cleaner Accessories Home Improvement for XIAOMI Mijia Roborock Robot Vacuum Cleaner, and Water Tank Filters Accessories. These accessories will be up for grabs for reduced prices until the promotion comes to an end.

For example, the Roborock S50 S55 Main Brush Cover is currently available for just $12.73; while it would normally set you back $15.23 on both online, as well as offline stores. This 16 percent discount will be valid for a limited period only.

You can click here to visit the activity page and take full advantage of the discounts before the promo comes to an end.

The concluding section dubbed More Deals features other amazing Gearbest promotions you might want to check out. It is also worth noting that the brand code GB-ROBOROCK will be valid for the first hundred Roborock branded items.

Vivo U3 official teaser reveals Snapdragon 675 SoC, October 21 pre-sale

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Oct 19, 2019

Vivo has basically got its fans covered in all categories ranging from budget, mid-range to flagship models. The company recently unveiled the Vivo U3x in China precisely on September 23 with entry-level specs. Yet another entry-level device may likely be launched soon as teased an upcoming Vivo U3 that is powered by a Snapdragon 675 chipset.

Apart from revealing the presence of a Snapdragon 675 chipset onboard the Vivo U3, the teaser also contained the render of the device showing the rear panel. The U3 will have a triple camera setup at the rear which is angled vertically in a single module at the top left. The device also packs a physical fingerprint sensor. We must point out that the U3 looks identical to the Vivo U3x which itself is a rebranded version of the Vivo U10.

Other specifications were not disclosed but we turn to TENAA where a Vivo model had appeared with the model number V1934A/T a while back. The TENAA listing showed the phone will feature a 6.53-inch FHD+ display with a waterdrop notch design. The notch houses a 16MP selfie camera. The phone will be available in 4GB/6GB RAM versions as well as 128GB of expandable storage. The triple rear camera comprises a 16MP main shooter teaming up with an 8MP ultrawide angle sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. The device packs an impressive 5000mAh battery.

The Vivo U3 is expected to go on pre-sale in China on October 21 but the price and official launch date are still hazy. According to rumors, it will be priced in the 1,000 yuan ($140) range. We expect more details to emerge in the coming days.

The Mi TV 5 is launching within a month, Xiaomi TV GM hints

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Oct 19, 2019

A Weibo user has posted a screenshot of his private message exchange with Xiaomi‘s Li Xiaoshuang, general manager of Xiaomi TV. The blogger had asked when the next-generation Mi TV will be launched since the year s drawing to an end. The Xiaomi exec is said to have hinted that the Mi TV 5 will be released in no distant time, specifically, within a month.

If we are to take Li’s statement literally, it implies that the Mi TV 5 will be released before November 19 and that is likely to be in China. IT Homes quotes an inside source to have said that the Mi TV 5 will be released before 11.11 (November 11). Interestingly, there has been virtually no indication of a new-generation Mi TV coming. The company recently launched the Mi TV Pro but apart for the 8K support, the TV isn’t too spectacular.

Xiaomi continues to rank as the number one smart TV brand in China and even in India. According to data released by Aowei.com, the firm shipped a total of 5.4 million smart TV units in the first half of 2019. This represents a year-on-year increase of 64.9%. It may interest you to note that the Chinese giant shipped 8.4 million units in 2018. So, this year’s shipment will likely be higher and Xiaomi will want to rejig sales with a new-gen Mi TV 5. Xiaomi TV’s GM recently conducted a Weibo survey which suggested the company was planning to take on the premium TV segment similar to what OnePlus did with the OnePlus TV Q1 models. So could we see Xiaomi launch a QLED TV this year? Let’s keep our fingers crossed.

OnePlus dual-mode 5G phone will launch by the end of this year

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Oct 18, 2019

OnePlus is among the early birds to launch a 5G smartphone with the launch of the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G alongside the OnePlus 7 earlier this year. Although the premium phone maker announced the OnePlus 7T and 7T Pro recently, both models did not come with 5G support.

In a surprise twist, OnePlus Founder/CEO Liu Zuohu has hinted that the company will launch a dual-mode 5G phone before the end of this year. The CEO stated this in an interview where he also gave reasons why the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G wasn’t launched in China, stating that it is exclusively for the overseas market. Thus, the upcoming dual-mode 5G phone will be launched in China and may be exclusively for the Chinese market.

Liu Zuohu didn’t reveal an exact date when the device will be launched or the moniker it adopts. But he stated that it will be unveiled in Q4 2019. One thing is sure, though, the device will be a premium phone model as the CEO also added that the 5G era will not rely on low-end 5G mobile phones to grab market sales.

The most outstanding part of the disclosure is that the device will support the non-standalone (NSA) and standalone (SA) modes for 5G. Non-standalone (NSA) and standalone (SA) are two 5G tracks that communication service providers can opt for when transitioning from 4G to the next-generation mobile technology. The first 5G networks to roll out are NSA deployments that focus on enhanced mobile broadband to provide higher data-bandwidth and reliable connectivity. NSA mode entails 5G networks will be aided by existing 4G infrastructure. So service providers who want to be first to offer 5G speeds will start with NSA and, once 5G coverage is established, implement standalone 5G.

Further, the OnePlus is said to have hinted that the 5G phone will likely use the Qualcomm SM7250 processor which isn’t a flagship SoC. The processor is a mid-range chipset but comes with a 5G modem.

We may need to see more details to get an idea of what the 5G phone has onboard in terms of hardware. But we expect the device to come with cheaper pricing than the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G. We’ll keep you updated when more details emerge.

Realme X2 Pro hands-on pictures: A sleek and powerful flagship for a steal!

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Oct 18, 2019

Realme went official with the much-touted Realme X2 Pro flagship in China. The device comes with several spectacular features, the most prominent is the 90Hz display refresh rate and a Snapdragon 855+ chipset. One would have expected the phone to come in at around $500 with these features but the device hits with an affordable starting price of 2,599 Yuan (~$367) for the 6GB+64GB storage version! While we wait for the BBK subsidiary to launch the device in India slated for November 20 and subsequently in other global markets, here are some hands-on pictures of the X2 Pro right out of China.

As a reminder, the device packs a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with a waterdrop notch which gives it a 91.7 per cent screen-to-body ratio. The display is covered by a Gorilla Glass 5 panel offers full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels as well as 90Hz refresh rate. It also comes with some other exciting features like USB 3.0 storage, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C, dual-frequency GPS, NFC, 3.5mm audio jack and 50W fast charging.

You also get an in-display fingerprint scanner that can unlock the device in just 0.23 seconds. There is also dual-SIM slots but no microSD slot as the device doesn’t support storage expansion.

At the rear is The Realme X2 Pro has a vertical camera module in the upper half of its back panel which houses four sensors. The main sensor is a Samsung GW1 64-megapixel lens with f/1.8 aperture. There is also a telephoto lens of 13-megapixel with support for up to 20x hybrid zoom, an ultrawide lens of 8-megapixel with 115-degree field-of-view and a 2-megapixel depth sensor.

Realme redesigned its logo at the back placing it in a horizontal orientation just by the quad-camera module. For snapping selfies, the Realme X2 Pro is equipped with an AI-driven 16-megapixel selfie shooter.

Check out some cool photos of the Reame X2 Pro capturing all sides of the device from below.

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We got our hands on the new XIDU Tour Pro and here’s our short review

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Dimitris Economou

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Oct 18, 2019

In a global market choosing between products has become really hard so just imagine what a nightmare it is if someone had to buy a laptop. With hundreds of choices out there some newer models stand-out thanks to their excellent value/price ratio. Today, XIDU Tour Pro is our guest as we’ve had the chance to test it for a while and here’s our short review.

The Tour Pro is among the 3 new models that the Chinese manufacturer launched this year and it is for the most part business-oriented as it sports a 12.5″ display to be more portable but at the same time hosts a full-sized keyboard that is backlit and allows you to work in low-light conditions. The design is obviously affected by Apple’s design language while the 2K display is mostly found in more expensive models.

So, a beautiful design combined with a relatively powerful Intel Kaby Lake CPU live-up to the expectations of the company when they started planning the ideal portable workstation. For anyone looking for a go-anywhere, lightweight, beautiful ultraportable laptop that will take care of productivity tasks and even handle some gaming, the XIDU Tour Pro seems the perfect choice. Is it? Let’s see what our impressions were during the time we got our hands on it.

Design and Hardware

The device is made of metal and it’s pretty thin (0.62″) and light (3.5 pounds) despite the fact that it comes with a 180° hinge that allows the display to open all the way back on a table. Speaking of the display, it’s a 12.5″ one with 2K resolution and 10-point multitouch. The bezels around it are relatively thin and the screen/body ratio goes up to 88%. Also, XIDU managed to fit a full-sized backlit keyboard there too. The overall volume stays low and makes the laptop very portable.

Now, the Tour Pro might be called “a workstation” by the company but it doesn’t carry the power of the common workstations we know. It is not a performance beast but it balances between performance and cost featuring the Intel Kaby Lake R 3867U 1.8GHz CPU with a top clock speed of 4.0GHz. In order to make multitasking more comfortable, XIDU added 8GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 256GB SSD which can be expanded up to 512GB more via the SSD extra slot. What’s more, connectivity is decent as it sports more ports than a usual ultrabook like 1 x USB Type-C, 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x MicroSD reader, 1 x Headphone jack, and 1 x Charging Port. Obviously, the killer feature is the 2K resolution on such a small display as the usual resolution at this price range is HD or FHD.

Performance

Performance-wise, the XIDU Tour Pro is a perfect decision for expending media content (videos/music) and doing office work. The moderately powerful CPU backed by the 8GB of RAM and SSD (not eMMC) offers smooth performance and stable multitasking experience. No problems were reported during 2K video playback on YouTube while performing other tasks at the same time.

Speaking about the display of a laptop, the main problem most users face is the low brightness and/or contrast that makes it impossible to use outdoors on a sunny day. This proved a non-problem for the Tour Pro as the brightness is adequate for outdoor use. Let us add that the speakers perform well but take into account that we are talking about laptop speakers. In addition, the backlit keyboard is a surprise as the luminance is even without any dark or bright spots detected. We even tried some 2K video editing as well as some 2K gaming during the hands-on and although the performance was obviously lower than gaming or workstation machine, it was acceptable. Lastly, the one-touch power button that allows you to power on the device while performing the fingerprint authentication using the Windows Hello platform, worked well and you jump into the Desktop in just 3 seconds.

Having used the XIDU Tour Pro 12.5 consistently for seven days, the overall impressions we got were positive. It is well-built, lightweight, and the body feels sturdy. The hinge is well-calibrated to allow opening the lid with one hand and it is stiff enough when using the touch display. The lid bounce is practically non-existent while the touchpad doesn’t experience the ill effects of the sluggishness.

For a student that takes online courses, the 2K display is brilliant and the GPU capabilities are a surprise. We tested Skyrim and it run well, albeit at low graphics settings. Don’t forget that we are talking about a device without a dedicated video card. Also, we used Blender for 3D design and 3D printing and no serious problems were faced there either. Again, nothing runs blazing fast but everything runs without problems.

The personal favorite part of the device is how well proportioned the design is. The 88% screen/body ratio and the big touchpad show that smart design isn’t dead. And that is the real surprise here as even the design king -Apple- offers the MacBook that is obviously very well built but comes with lower screen/body ratio that outcomes in extra space around the keyboard and display. Everything is beyond organized better than a MacBook to me.

We must confess that our expectations were low prior to getting our hand on the real thing but XIDU really delivered with the Tour Pro, especially for a laptop that costs under $500. If you are in the same position and want a device with a 2K display and good overall performance, you should definitely add the Tour Pro to your list. They even have their own online store now and you can get it for $50 off using coupon Tour50. Also, you can find it on Amazon US for a total of $60 off using coupon V8E3G6RE ($30 off + another $30 off using page coupon). Lastly, it’s also available on Aliexpress while you can get coupons for more XIDU devices here.

Nubia Red Magic 3S vs OnePlus 7T vs Oppo Reno2: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Oct 18, 2019

If you are searching for a high-end phone but you do not want to spend money in a large amount, you currently have a lot of choices, especially if you opt for Chinese smartphones. The latest alternatives for money savers in a lot of countries are Nubia Red Magic 3S, OnePlus 7T and Oppo Reno 2. All of them hitten the global market in the last days and they carry very interesting price tags. But they are made for different kinds of users. Here is a comparison between their specifications and features which should help you to better understand each of these devices and discover which one you should prefer.

Nubia Red Magic 3S vs OnePlus 7T vs Oppo Reno2

	Nubia Red Magic 3S	OnePlus 7T	Oppo Reno 2
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	171.7 x 78.5 x 9.7 mm, 215 g	160.9 x 74.4 x 8.1 mm, 190 grams	160 x 74.3 x 9.5 mm, 189 g
DISPLAY	6.65 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), AMOLED	6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Fluid AMOLED	6.5 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, octa-core 2.96 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, octa-core 2.96 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE	Android 9 Pie, Red Magic OS	Android 10, Oxygen OS	Android 9 Pie, Color OS
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	48 MP, f/1.7 16 MP f/2.0 front camera	Triple 48 + 12 + 16 MP, f/1.6, f/2.2 and f/2.2 16 MP f/2.0 front camera	Quad 48 + 13 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.7, f/2.4 and f/2.2 16 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	5000 mAh, fast charging 18W with Quick Charge 4+	3800 mAh, fast charging 30W	4000 mAh, fast charging 20W with VOOC Flash Charge 3.0
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot

Design

If you are looking for the most elegant and innovative design, then Oppo Reno 2 is undoubtedly your top choice. It is the only to sport a notch-less display and it integrates a shark fin motorized pop-up camera which helps to minimize the bezels around the screen. Even the rear side made of glass is very original and elegant. Further, the Oppo Reno 2 is a more compact device than its opponents. Nubia Red Magic 3S is all but elegant since it is a gaming-centric phone and it has an aggressive design. But it is a lot better for gamers since it has not only RGB LEDs, but also additional keys to improve the gaming experience. The phone is indeed equipped with pressure sensitive zones on the back.

Display

If you are looking for the best display quality choose the OnePlus 7T without thinking twice. The support to full DCI-P3 coverage and the HDR10+ standard deliver the best performance in color reproduction and with multimedia content. OnePlus 7T also comes with a high 90 Hz refresh rate that is great for gamers. At the second place, we find the Nubia Red Magic 3S which still features an AMOLED display with a 90 Hz refresh rate, but it lacks the HDR10+ support. In each case you get a Full HD+ resolution.

Hardware/Software

OnePlus 7T and Nubia Red Magic 3S are the best performing phones since they are equipped with the best chipset by Qualcomm: the octa-core Snapdragon 855+ clocked at 2.96 GHz. Oppo Reno 2 is just an upper-midrange phone if we only consider performance, since it sports a Snapdragon 730G SoC. Nubia Red Magic 3S is more suitable for gaming since it integrates a built in fan instead of a classic cooling system, which helps to dissipate the heat a lot more. On the other hand, OnePlus 7T has a better software optimization and runs Android 10 out of the box, while Nubia Red Magic 3S and Oppo Reno 2 are still based on Android Pie.

Camera

Oppo Reno 2 has the most complete camera department since it sports an amazing quad camera on the back and even a good front camera with a front-facing LED flash. It has a bright focal aperture and it even supports OIS. Not many upper-midrange smartphone comes with such features. OnePlus 7T is almost at the same level with its rear triple camera, it has an even brighter aperture but it lacks a fourth monochromatic sensor.

Battery

Nubia Red Magic 3S is equipped with the biggest battery, so it should be able to last more on a single charge with most of the usage patterns. Oppo Reno 2’s battery is bigger than the one of the OnePlus 7T, but the latter fully charges in less time due to its faster charging technology.

Price

Nubia Red Magic 3S starts at €479/$534 globally, OnePlus 7T costs €599/$668 and Oppo Reno 2 costs €499/$556. Overall, OnePlus 7T is a more complete smartphone, but gamers should prefer the Nubia Red Magic 3S. Oppo Reno 2 is for everyone who does not need the best performance and display but wants to spend less money to get an amazing camera as well as an elegant design.

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Nubia Red Magic 3S vs OnePlus 7T vs Oppo Reno2: PRO and CONS

OnePlus 7T

PROS

Best display
Slimmer design
Android 10 out of the box
Very high performance
Stereo speakers

CONS

Smaller battery

Nubia Red Magic 3S

PROS

Better cooling system
Good performance
Big battery
Stereo speakers

CONS

Worse cameras

Oppo Reno 2

PROS

Good cameras
Better design
Front-facing LED flash
Not expensive

CONS

Worse hardware

TSMC predicts that 5G phone sales could hit 300 million units next year

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Oct 18, 2019

Taiwanese Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has projected that the demand for 5G smartphones could reach 300 million units by next year, according to DigiTimes. The company is said to base its projection on the current level of demand for 5G modems as well as premium chipsets which have kept the fab chip manufacturer’s 7nm process running at full capacity.

DigiTimes attribute this disclosure to a leaked internal report which emanated from the Taiwanese company. TSMC’s prediction is more optimistic than the 200 million units or less, that was predicted by other OEMs. Presently, 5G phones account for just 1% of the market but research firm Strategy Analytics predicts that 5G phones will rise to 10% by 2020 as more consumers migrate to 5G phones. The different projections are indications that 5G phones will see increased demand next year as more carriers launch 5G services. Strategy Analytics also projects that 5G phone sales by 2025 could surpass 1billion units globally as more affordable 5G phones get launched.

Samsung currently leads the market in terms of 5G phone sales, and it owes it all to strong sales in its home country of South Korea. Huawei could topple Samsung next year as the Chinese tech giant is predicted to ship 80 million 5G phones in China next year. That is half of the entire 160 million projected shipments which Strategy Analytics predicted for next year. China is also expected to be the largest 5G market going forward due to the early rollout of 5G infrastructures. Since this is Huawei’s stronghold, coupled with Samsung having only a 1% share in China, it is safe to say Huawei could surpass Samsung ext year in the sales of 5G phones.

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GeekBuying Launches Pre Black Friday Sale with An Extra 5% Off for Those Paying with PayPal

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Oct 18, 2019

Black Friday 2019 deals in the United States are slated to kick off on Friday, November 29 this year. Retailers have started promoting Black Friday advertisements, calling online buyers’ attention to products that will be available at knocked down prices during the activity period.

The discounts will be rolling out starting from Thanksgiving, but how about taking advantage of some great offers ahead of Black Friday? If the excites you, you might want to check out the Pre Black Friday Sale on GeekBuying. The recently launched promotion offers a lot to cheer about, especially PayPal users.

During the promo period i.e. from October 17th – October 29th, 10:00 (UTC+8), GeekBuying is offering a flat 5 percent off on the first 10,000 orders placed via PayPal. Note that the max discount is $20 and wholesale orders are excluded from this offer.

Moreover, the activity page features a PayPal Exclusive Coupons section, which you copy different coupons and use them to save money at checkout. For instance, if your order exceeds $500, you can use coupon code GKB50PP for $50 off.

Those spending more than $200 can apply coupon code GKB20PP and save $20. Likewise, you can use coupon code GKB10PP to save $10 on orders over $100, and apply coupon code GKB02PP and get $2 off if your cart value exceeds $10.

The next section is called Price Drops and it is crammed with amazing products carrying heavily discounted price tags. For example, the Xiaomi Mi A3 smartphone with 4GB RAM, 64GB ROM usually sells for $313.99, but it is now available for just $169.99. Moreover, new users can extend this 46 percent discount by applying the 2% Off New User Coupon.

From Xiaomi’s Mi Gaming Notebook to SG106 1080P WiFi FPV RC Drone, the Flash Sale category is being graced by simply amazing products. More importantly, you can get your hands on these items without emptying your pockets as they have gone up for sale carrying reduced prices.

Tech buffs and gadget lovers might want to check out the following section dubbed Top Tech, which is split into multiple sub-categories such as Smartphones, Laptops & Tablets, Wearables, Consumer Electronics, TV Boxes, and PC Peripherals. It is worth noting that all products available under the aforesaid sub-categories carry noteworthy discounts.

For the sake of an instance, there’s 18 percent off on the One Netbook One Mix 3S Yoga Pocket Laptop, which usually retails for $1601.99. Thanks to the above-mentioned, this coveted laptop can now be yours for just $ 1319.99. On top of that, new users can get an extra 2% off with the New User Coupon.

Smart homes are the need of the hour. Regrettably, devices that transform a regular home into a smart one aren’t easy on the pocketbook. To make these smart products available to cost-conscious buyers, GeekBuying’s latest promotion features the Smarter Lifestyle section.

This section has been split into Outdoor, Smart Home, RC Toys and Fashion sub-categories, enabling you to find what you’re looking for without wasting a lot of time. There are no prizes for guessing that all items available under the section carry great discounts.

For example, the KUGOO S1 Pro Folding Electric Scooter would normally set you back $549.99, but you can buy it for just $359.99 as part of GeekBuying’s Pre Black Friday Sale. Moreover, you get the Xiaomi Small Backpack worth $26.99 as a free gift with your order.

You can reduce the original asking price of the e-bike to just $299.99 by applying coupon code GKB20PP at the time of checking out. Alternatively, you can buy it for just $284.99 if you use PayPal for payment.

Those who are brand conscious can check out the next section called Brand. Under the Brand category, you can buy well-received products from leading manufacturers such as Xiaomi, Tronsmart, KUGOO, AMAZFIT, JJRC, and Tonix without burning a hole in your pocket.

The concluding category is called You May Also Like and it is crammed with miscellaneous items that come in handy in day to day life. You can visit the promotion page by following this link and take full advantage of these amazing discounts before the activity period ends.

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Third Method to run Google Services on Mate 30 now available

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Oct 18, 2019

Last month, Huawei released its latest flagship smartphones, the Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro, unfortunately, both of these devices lack the support of Google services, which most of us know, is due to Huawei’s designation to a blacklist by the US commerce department. Undoubtedly, the specifications that they offer allow them to be referred to as one of the best Android smartphones of 2019.

Due to this fact, users have tried to find a way around by installing Play services on the Mate 30 which would allow them to function like any other Android smartphone available out there.

Until now we have seen two such methods which sort of are interconnected. The first one was an app called LZPlay which would allow users to install Google Play services in a matter of minutes which was soon taken down. Although not a secure approach as the installer came from an unverified developer, a large number of users still went ahead with it.

The second method was to restore their brand new devices with a software backup from another user who had successfully installed the LZPlay workaround before its removal. Clearly way riskier, as now you don’t even know where the operating system or the ROM on your smartphone originated from.

Now, Huawei fanboys have come up with the third method, which is less risky than prior options. Let us introduce you to VMOS short for “Virtual Machine Operating System” does exactly what its name suggests. It allows smartphone owners, Mate 30 users, in this case, to run an entirely separate copy of Android (with Google Services) in the main OS which acts as a host.

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Windows users who have used a virtual machine to install another OS like Mac or Linux; or Mac Owners who have used Parallels to install windows would understand right away how VMOS would function on the Mate 30 lineup.

Once the VMOS has been set up on a Mate 30, as previously mentioned, users can easily use Google service. However, the caveat observed with the LZPlay workaround persists meaning no Netflix or Google Pay, but most other applications work fine. Besides, there is more issue with this method is that applications generally have considerably longer load items and it provides for a sluggish experience as demonstrated in the video.

Moreover, it is not as secure as native Google supported devices. All in all, it is a compromise to get the services working on the devices. Having said that, it is the safest option until now and has much lesser chances to be taken down like prior options.

Apart from this, Huawei is losing a lot of money as their devices are not being sold in most regions, the Chinese corporation might have a nifty trick up its sleeve. Honor which is Huawei’s sub-brand had previously gotten the Honor 20 and Honor 20 Pro Google certified and the company is now expected to rebadge those devices and sell them in these regions as the Huawei Nova 5 lineup.

Banggood Halloween Party Kicks Off with Big Coupons, Great Discounts and Unmissable Deals

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Vinay Patel

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Oct 18, 2019

With Halloween just around the corner, it is time for us to search the internet for great promotions, deals, and discounts. If you aren’t sure where to start, Banggood’s got your back. The Chinese online store has come up with two exceptional promotions for you to take advantage of.

You can follow this link to visit the activity page and grab the discounts before the promotion sale wraps up.

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Known for offering the best bang for your buck, Banggood recently kicked-off a new promotion, offering discounts on a wide range of products across various categories. Dubbed as Halloween Day Max 56% OFF Coupon, the new promo is simply unmissable.

The promotion page is crammed with all sorts of amazing products that have carefully been placed under specific categories to simplify the search process. Aside from carrying considerably lowered prices, some of these products have been assigned specific coupon codes that you can use to save more money at checkout.

The Pumpkins Knocking section features a slew of high-end electronic devices including an RC drone, 3D printer, a smart wearable, music accessory, and a smartphone that usually cost a bomb, but are now available for lowered prices. For instance, the Xiaomi Mi9 with 6GB RAM, 128GB ROM usually retails for $419.99, but you can buy for only $402.59 from the activity page.

Moreover, you can extend this discount with the help of coupon code BGM109L8. The coupon helps you bring the already lowered asking price of the Mi9 down to just $272.88 even before you place your order.

Electronics lovers can head straight to the next section dubbed Halloween Electronics, and grab big discounts on the OnePlus 7 smartphone, CHUWI Hi9 Air tablet, Eachine Wizard X220S, and other equally well-received products. Some of these items have been assigned dedicated coupons that you can apply at the time of checking out to save money.

Much to the delight of fashion-conscious buyers, the promotion page has a dedicated section called Halloween Fashion, wherein you can get your hands on exceptional products without breaking the bank. For instance, the FREETIE Sneakers from Xiaomi Youpin would normally set you back $60.99, but it is currently available for just $24.99 with coupon code BGFTY6. Moreover, new users can take advantage of a $100 Off Coupon.

While we are on the topic of coupon codes, let’s check out the next category called Super Coupon. The products included under the aforesaid section not only carry reduced price tags but have also been assigned dedicated coupons for Banggood users to save more money.

Hugely popular among fitness and sports enthusiasts, the Zeblaze THOR 4 smartwatch phone usually sells for $239.99, but thanks to a 33 percent off, you can now buy it for just $159.99. Moreover, there’s free shipping on orders over $19.99.

If that doesn’t impress you much, all you need to do is to apply coupon code BGZBDUAL for 55% Off. In other words, you can buy the Zeblaze THOR 4 for an unbeatable price of just $99.99 after applying the coupon, which will be valid for the first fifty pieces only.

Brand conscious buyers might want to check out the Brands Deals section that is teeming with products from Xiaomi, Eachine, and Doniu. Each brand is offering great discounts on the items featured under this category, but for a limited period only.

The concluding section called Trick or Treat is likely to sweep you off your feet with amazing surprises. The get them, all you need to do is to click on the images placed under the category. To visit the promotion page for these exceptional discounts, simply follow this link.

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It looks like electronics lovers are in for a treat. Banggood is doling out up to 60 percent discounts on a wide selection of electronic items that usually carry steep price tags. Aside from that, the promotion offers a limited number of buyers a chance to use a $160 Off Coupon and save more money.

To ensure you don’t waste a lot of time searching for your favorite item, these products have been split into multiple categories. The first section called Top Sale, for instance, is teeming with electronic devices that you can buy without burning a hole in your pocket.

For example, the Blitzwolf BW-VP1 LCD Projector would normally set you back a pretty penny but you can now buy it for a lowered price of just $79.99. This is a 43 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price of $139.99.

If you have restlessly been waiting for mobile phone prices to drop, now’s the time. As part of the latest promo, Banggood is offering a slew of smartphones, and mobile phone accessories for lowered prices under the Mobile Phones section.

The handsets have been placed under the Consumer Electronics sub-category, as it features other items such as the Blitzwolf BW-FYE7 TWS Bluetooth 5.0 Earphone, Bakeey Watch 4, Xiaomi Youth Wireless Bluetooth earphones, etc.

Those who fancy working on the go usually spend a lot of money on high-end laptops, and notebooks. Much to the relief of these workaholics, the Halloween Electronics promo is offering considerable discounts on computers, laptops and a myriad of other networking accessories under the Computer section.

For the sake of an instance, the Teclast M30 X27 tablet PC usually carries a $217.59 price tag, but you can get it for a lowered price of just $190.72 by applying coupon code BGbd74cb during the checkout process.

Products added under the Electronics category have been divided into three sub-categories including 3D Printers & Accessories, Module Board & Accessories, and Video Games Accessories. Likewise, the Tools section has been further divided into Professional Tools, Laser Equipment, and Tool Accessories sub-categories. There are no prizes for guessing that these products are all available for lowered prices.

If you have been searching for toys for big kids that don’t cost a bomb? You might want to check out the Toys section, which is split into RC Toys and RC Robot sub-categories. The last category called Automobiles includes Card Audio & Monitor, and Halloween Cosplay sections, which are crammed with awe-inspiring products.

To check out all the products and to avail of the discounts on them, follow this link.

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PUBG Mobile Diwali Dhamaka Event offers exclusive in-game items and few other rewards

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Jeet

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Oct 18, 2019

PUBG Mobile has announced a new ‘Diwali Dhamaka Event’ which starts today and will continue till 4th November. As a part of this Diwali event, players will get access to some exclusive in-game items and rewards.

The PUBG Mobile Diwali Dhamaka event will come with daily missions and after completing these daily missions, players will get Diwali Sparklers that can be used to burst crackers and obtain Gift Tokens.

The Gift Tokens can be redeemed to win exclusive in-game items including a cricket costume, kurta pajama set, lobster set, future policemen set, nightmare set, AWM/M415 gun skins, and crate coupons.

It also added that the event will have three levels and each level will have fixed numbers of ‘Gift Tokens’ which will be hidden in a set of 25 crackers. Players can move to the next level after they collect all the gift tokens at the current level.

Players who complete all three levels will either get a M416 gun skin or a Diwali costume. PUBG Mobile is also going to select a few lucky winners who will get physical rewards like OPPO smartphones, Boat headphones, gold and silver coins, and more. Selected winners will also get exclusive PUBG Mobile merchandise including t-shirts and caps.

This new event from the company comes just a day after it started rolling out PUBG Mobile 0.15.0 update the brings new game modes, weapons, and vehicles to the game. It brings ‘Payload Mode’ with features like team recall, new weapons, and helicopters that players can use in battle. PUBG Mobile’s ‘Survive Till Dawn’ also gets a Halloween makeover with the latest update.

Alleged Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 leaks with a Waterfall display

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Oct 18, 2019

Rumours about the highly anticipated Mi Mix 4 do not tend to cease. The company was expected to launch the handset in the month of September, instead, Xiaomi launched the Mi Mix Alpha which is a conceptual smartphone with a wrap-around display. Though some netizens were still expecting to see a possible launch before the end of the year, a senior Xiaomi official shattered all hopes, after he publically announced that the company will not be launching a Mi Mix 4 in 2019.

Further contributing to its story, an unreleased Xiaomi smartphone has been spotted online which is alleged to be the Mi Mix 4. Even though the images were blurred out before being posted online, we can clearly see a smartphone box with Mi Mix branding on top.

The front fascia of the alleged Mi Mix 4 is highly reminiscent of the previously launched Vivo Nex 3 that features a high screen-to-body ratio display with extremely curved edges aka “waterfall display”. Except for the fact that this device runs on MIUI and it has a curved display not much can be derived.

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Recalling reports from the past the Mi Mix 4 is claimed to have a remarkably high refresh rate of 120 Hz. Besides, it is also rumoured to the world’s first smartphone with Qualcomm’s fourth-generation ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner.

Unfortunately, neither the rumoured specs nor the alleged images of the Mi Mix 4 can be verified at this stage. Henceforth, we will have wait till the time further details are revealed either via official or unofficial resources. Till that time we would recommend taking these rumours with a grain of salt.

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8848 Titanium M6 5G luxury phone launches as the “first” Snapdragon 865 phone

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