Vivo will be announcing the highly anticipated Vivo NEX 3 smartphone in September. An official ad that was released by the company yesterday had revealed the front and rear design of the smartphone. Fresh leaks suggest that the phone will be housing a massive 6,400mAh battery and it will be arriving with support for 120W Super FlashCharge technology.
The Vivo NEX 3 will be packed with plenty of topnotch specifications. Many details on the specs of the phone have already earlier this week. A leaked render of the Vivo NEX 3 shown below showcases its marvelous waterfall display which is nothing but a screen with extremely curved edges. The image also reveals that the phone supports Vivo’s Super FlashCharge technology that offers 120W fast charging. The Chinese firm had announced the 120W Super FlashCharge technology in June. The new tech makes it possible to charge a 4,000mAh battery in just 13 minutes.
Some rumors are also claiming that the Vivo NEX 3 could be housing a massive battery of 6,400mAh capacity. Unfortunately, there is no concrete evidence to support this claim. It appears that the tech publications have misread ‘6400’ text in the below shown leaked image as 6,400mAh battery capacity. The ‘6400’ text actually refers to 64-megapixel camera.
Past reports have revealed that the Vivo NEX 3 will be featuring a massive display with slim-sized top and bottom bezels. The side bezels of the phone will appear non-existent. It is speculated that the phone will offer a screen-to-body ratio of 99.6 percent. The NEX 3 could be fueled by the latest 7nm Snapdragon 855+ chipset that includes 2.96GHz octa-core processor.
The rear shell of the phone features a circular camera housing with three camera sensors placed inside it. It is speculated that the phone will come equipped with a pop-up selfie snapper. While companies are axing the 3.5mm audio jack feature on their flagship phones, the upcoming NEX 3 will retain it. The handset will continue to sport an in-screen fingerprint reader as like the predecessor model. Some reports have claimed that the phone may come in 4G VoLTE and 5G network variants.
Earlier this year, Huawei launched its P-series flagship smartphones — Huawei P30 and P30 Pro, which comes in Black, Aurora and Breathing Crystal colors. Now, as per the reports, the company is set to unveil new color options at the upcoming IFA 2019 in Berlin.
Huawei has already submitted applications for two new color options with the European Patent Office for the Huawei P30. While one color option features a gradient, the other one has a dual-tone paint job, similar to the “panda” version of the Google Pixel 2 XL.
While the gradient color option seems similar to the P30’s Breathing Crystal, it too has dual-tone colors if you look closely as the top third of the back is a separate panel and the color effect is much more subtle.
The applications for these new color options were filed in May this year but were published just a few days ago. This could mean that the company is gearing up to launch new color options for the P30 series phones at IFA 2019 in Berlin. Huawei had launched four new color options for the P20-series at last year’s IFA.
After IFA 2019 next month, the company is expected to launch its next-generation Mate-series flagship smartphones — Huawei Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro, along with the Mate 30 Lite. The launch event for the Mate 30 series could take place in October this year.
Huawei has introduced a new smartphone called Huawei Nova 5T. The handset is packed with exciting specs like Kirin 980 flagship chipset, 8GB RAM, quad cameras and high screen-to-body ratio. The company claims that the smartphone is perfectly suitable for aspirational and fashion-conscious social media user because of its slick design and 32-megapixel selfie camera.
Huawei Nova 5T Specifications and Features
Measuring 154.24 x 73.97 x 7.87mm, the Huawei Nova 5T houses a 6.26-inch LCD IPS display and weighs 174 grams. The display features a small hole at its top-left corner for the front-facing camera. The phone supports full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels.
The 7nm Kirin 980 chipset that features dual NPUs powers the smartphone. The SoC is assisted by 8 GB of RAM. The handset comes with a native storage of 128 GB. There is no support for external storage on the device. The EMUI 9.1 based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the device. The handset features a 3,750mAh battery that carries support for 22.5W fast charging over USB-C. The rapid charging technology allows the phone to gain 50 percent power by charging it only for 30 minutes.
The rear side of the Huawei Nova 5T is fitted with an LED assisted vertical camera unit that includes three sensors such as 48-megapixel primary lens with f/1.8 aperture and autofocus, a 16-megapixel ultrawide lens with f/2.2 aperture, a 2-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. Alongside it is a 2-megapixel macro camera with f/2.4 aperture. Placed on the front is an f/2.0 aperture 32-megapixel selfie snapper. When it comes to connectivity, the Nova 5T offers features like dual-SIM, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, dual-frequency GPS, NFC and USB-C. Lastly, it is equipped with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and it lacks a 3.5mm audio jack.
The Nova 5T is a rebadged version of Honor 20 smartphone. The only noticeable differences between the two phones is that the Nova 5T has a unique design on its rear and it comes with higher 8 GB of RAM. The Honor 20 has 6 GB of RAM.
Huawei Nova 5T Price and Availability
The Nova 5T is aimed towards select markets. It will be available for purchase in Singapore from Sept. 14. Its pricing will be disclosed later. In Malaysia, it is priced at RM 1599 (~$379) and its pre-order will begin tomorrow. It will be available for purchase in Malaysia from Sept. 7. Midsummer Purple, Crush Blue and Black are the three color editions of the smartphone.
With smartphone gettings more than capable of recording professional-grade video and taking impressive images, accessories related to the smartphone camera is also witnessing a rise in demand. For smartphone video recording, one of the popular accessory or gear is the handheld mobile gimble.
Zhiyun Tech, a China-based company has now launched its new mobile gimble — Zhiyun Smooth-Q2 on crowdfunding platform Kickstarter. The company is touting the Smooth-Q2 as an affordable, pro-performance, real pocket-sized gimbal which is more suitable for day to day filmmaking.
The company says that they have redesigned the motor and structure to make Smooth-Q2 a small mobile gimbal without sacrificing the performance. It uses the full aerospace-grade aluminum-alloy body to enhance the strength and stability of the gimbal.
It can be connected to the smartphone using Bluetooth with 1-second quick install, it can be functional as soon as you take it out of the pocket. The handle of the gimble houses a few buttons, including power button, photo/video, and five-way joystick. Along with the USB Type-C charging port, there are LED indicators for different modes and battery level.
The Zhiyun Smooth-Q2 mobile gimble is claimed to offer 16 hours of continuous usage under normal filming condition which the company says is 30 percent longer than the previous generation. It also has a micro-USB port that allows it to work as a power bank to charge the smartphone.
Coming to the pricing, as an early bird offer, the company is offering Zhiyun Smooth-Q2 mobile gimble for $109 which also includes USB Type-C cable, a phone holder, and a wrist strap. There’s are few other tiers for backing this project on Kickstarter which you can check by going to the source link.
We have already reviewed this Zhiyun Smooth-Q2 mobile gimble, which can you read here. You can also check out our video review of this gimble embedded below.
Last month, Huawei’s sub-brand Honor launched two mid-range smartphones in its home market — Honor 9X and 9X Pro, which comes with the trendy pop-up front-facing camera, offering a higher screen-to-body ratio.
Today, the company has announced that in just 29 days of the Honor 9X series smartphones getting launched, it has crossed the sales mark of three million units. The number of sales is the combination of both the devices — Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro.
The Honor 9X series in China takes on the likes of Realme X and Redmi K20. As for the pricing, the 9X comes in three variants — 4GB + 64GB, 6GB + 64GB, and 6GB + 128GB, costing 1,399 Yuan (~$203), 1,599 Yuan (~$232), and 1,899 Yuan (~$276) respectively.
On the other hand, the 9X Pro with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage costs 2,199 Yuan (~$319) while the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage model costs 2,399 Yuan (~$348). It is offered in Phantom Blue and Magic Night Black colors while the Honor 9X has Phantom Blue, Flame Red, and Magic Night Black colors.
Coming to the specifications, both the models under Honor 9X series features a glass and metal combination chassis. Its dimensions are 163.1 x 77.2 x 8.8mm and it weighs 206 grams. With no notch onboard, the Honor 9X Pro offers a full-screen experience through its 6.59-inch IPS LCD display, along with 19.5:9 aspect ratio and Full HD+ screen resolution.
Under the hood, Kirin 810 from Huawei is powering both the devices. While the Pro comes with up to 8GB RAM and maximum storage of 256GB (UFS 2.1), the standard model has up to 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. For additional storage, the handset comes equipped with a microSD card slot. The chipset is also equipped with liquid cooling technology for heat dissipation.
As for the optics, the Honor 9X Pro features a vertically arranged triple camera system on the back, which includes a 48-megapixel primary lens with f/1.8 aperture, an 8-megapixel superwide lens and a 2-megapixel sensor for adding depth effects. The smartphone is blessed with an elevating camera of 16-megapixel for capturing selfie shots. However, the standard model comes with a dual-camera setup on the back, consisting of a 48-megapixel f/1.8 aperture main lens and 2-megapixel depth sensor.
Both the smartphones are packed with usual connectivity features such as dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB-C, and 3.5mm audio jack. There’s also a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
The devices are running EMUI 9.1.1 out-of-the-box based on Android 9 Pie operating system, and also comes with GPU Turbo 3.0 technology that enhances the gaming experience. Both Honor 9X and 9X Pro are powered by a 4,000mAh battery.
In 2019, as powerful smartphone cameras become one of the most important phone features, it’s easier than ever to shoot great video with our phones. With a correct app and correct accessory, better shots will be much easier. The new released Zhiyun Smooth Q2 gimbal is no doubt that kind of correct accessory.
However, in our review videos, what we used to avoid filming with were phones. Though it’s the most convenient filming device, the shortages like a rolling shutter, poor stabilization, and low image quality made us give up the convenience. We generally used DSLR or mirrorless as part of a filming system. For our shoots, we use all kinds of filming tools, such as tripods, gimbals, and sliders. But thanks to the latest high-quality camera integrated into phones, using a phone to filming our review videos is becoming possible, especially when increasing accessories like gimbals are bringing it to another level. And after we received the Smooth Q2, it’s much sure that it stays not just as a possibility but more a choice.
Design
The Smooth Q2 is a 3-axis hand-held gimbal that is compatible with most smartphones (weight≤260g). Compared to its last generation, the Smooth Q, the Q2 is smaller to take less space of your backpack, which is even the smallest phone gimbal with full stabilization that I’ve ever seen. The smooth Q2 weighs 404 grams and is made from metal, so the build quality is excellent compared to the plastic of the Q1. And the rubber handle cover also leads to a comfortable experience when need to hold it for a long time.
For operation, the smooth Q2 cuts down all the controls to two buttons and one joystick, which is pretty intuitive and convenient. To start your filming, it’s pretty easy: install the phone, and make sure set the balance of the phone correctly, and then press and hold the power button for 2 seconds, and then use the joystick to choose a shooting mode you like. So that’s it.
Multiple modes&features
The Smooth Q2 supports 360 degrees of rotation and has 3-axis stabilization, containing a Tilt motor, a Roll motor and a Pan motor. Upgraded from the 3 modes of the smooth Q, the Q2 supports 5 shooting modes including a Pan-follow mode, a full-locking mode, a full-follow mode, a point of view mode, and a Vortex mode. Let’s see how it works with every mode.
The Zhiyun Smooth Q2 really takes care of any previous problems. They almost fix all the problems of the Q1, like body material, weight, operation, and phone-grip design. It seems that they are trying so hard to bring a final product to meet customers’ demand, easy operation for general users, professional stabilization for filmmakers.
No matter which mode we used, the gimbal keeps most movements incredibly smooth and stabilized. Even when you move the gimbal all around, the picture will remain stabilized with default pan-follow mode.
In the ‘point of view’ mode, it simulates a first-person perspective as a kind of special filming. It guarantees the fast reaction and smooth movement even when we move synchronously along three axes from all directions.
To switch from one mode to another one, all you need to do is to click the joystick and doable click for the last mode. Otherwise, the joystick enables the filmmaker to adjust the camera angle or pan in any direction with any shooting modes.
The Smooth Q2 supports a fast switch between ‘selfie mode’ and the others. Just dual-click the lower button, which is pretty a smart design for the vloggers to have interaction with the camera easily and smoothly.
With a quick Bluetooth connection with the native phone, the Smooth Q2 supports direct control over the phone camera app. As a result, if you prefer using phone cameras, you can easily control the photo/video shutter within fingertips on the gimbal.
Battery&charge
The gimbal can be charged via USB type-c and the battery lasts around 12-17 hours, which definitely can bring a reliable endurance when having outdoor filming. You can charge it with a USB charger or a power-bank. Otherwise, it can also provide power charging for your phone when filming.
Overall the Smooth Q2 has almost professional-quality stabilization and smooth movement in any direction. There is no perceived vibration or shake when using it during the shooting. the Zhiyun Brand is not just focusing on the hardware building, but also developing their exclusive software, the ZY Play app to expand their gimbals’ capacity. Like using the latest app, it supports a tracking mode to automatically stay focus and follow the movement of the target object. The Zhiyun team claims that they are testing the latest App for the final compatibility with the Smooth Q2, and it will come soon. We are really looking forward to seeing how the app can enhance the possibility of the Q2 gimbal.
Conclusion
In conclusion, according to the pricing of the Q1, we believe that without question, the Q2 will be an incredible value. Although we haven’t tested the compatibility with the action cameras like Gopros, Based on the Q1 solution, there should be no problem if you are thinking to let it work with those action cameras, but before that, you should buy an appropriate mount for the camera grip without block the lens or vision. Smooth Q2 has a 1/4’’ thread hole on the bottom so that you can mount it on a pole or tripod to access more special angles.
As a result, the Smooth Q2 gimbal is more like a product to help general users solve the main filming problems with great user experience. It allows you to start creating without the limitation of hardware, only if you have a powerful camera phone, and a Zhiyun Smooth Q2.
Innovative imaging solutions provider Gudsen Technology has launched the MOZA AirCross 2 camera gimbal. The new gimbal is the second-generation model in the MOZA AirCross series. It comes with several improvements which bring ease to professional cinematic video recording capture.
MOZA AirCross 2 is built using magnesium-alloy integrated technology which allows it to provide robust performance due to its light 950g (2 lbs) weight. Thus, the camera can be used to achieve seamless cinematic shots with one hand.
The gimbal comes with a larger camera mounting space which makes it compatible with a wide range of cameras and lens. The advanced software technology allows you to set up the roll arm of MOZA AirCross 2 at either side, allowing the camera to be mounted from the left or right side, which helps to change the center of gravity of the bearing and making balancing easier. The gimbal equally comes with a superior motor with a maximum 3.2kg (7 lbs) payload capacity. Thus, it can carry most mirrorless and DSLR cameras on the market.
There is a huge 3000mAh high-capacity battery crammed into the handle which provides up to 12 hours of battery life and it can be fully charged in only 1.5 hours with an 18W fast charger. The battery features its own USB charging interface and can be charged by the external power supply. Simple and convenient, it can be utilized anytime, anywhere. Three Multi-CAN outputs with a 7.8V power supply can supply power to cameras and other accessories.
Here is a summary of some of the MOZA AirCross 2 key selling points;
1. 3.2kg payload with an only 950g gimbal weight body.
2. 12hours battery life, and quick charging in only 1.5hrs
3. Can supply power to cameras and other accessories.
3. Allowing the camera to be mounted from the left or right side
4. Inception Mode 3.0: automatic rotation, speed adjustment, and angle control
5. FPV Mode to achieve full-range 360° synchronous movement.
6. Mimic Motion Control & Object Tracking
7. Quick control for Precision Axis Control
8. Auto-Tuning & Balance Check 2.0
9. Three-axis Lock Design
10. Vertical Mode Supported
11. Supports dual follow focusing system
12. Combined with Slypod for creative multi-axis camera movement
13. Two Colors: White & Black
The MOZA AirCross 2 comes in two versions: a Standard version priced at $429 and a Professional kit which has three more items than standard version: Arca-Swiss Quick-release Plate, Phone Holder, and iFocus-M. The professional kit goes for $499. Both versions are available to buy on Gudsen Technology’s official website.
Home-cooked meals are usually cheaper than eating out but it not easy especially when you are a bachelor to have cooking as a hobby. But Xiaomi‘s latest “crowdfunder” may be an amazing gadget to help make cooking easier. The gadget is the Solista Solo Smart Cooker which comes with a crowdfunding price of 999 yuan ($139).
The Solista Solo Smart Cooker is a smart cooker that combines three functions in one; a pot, gas stove and range hood. It comes with a maximum power rating of 1600W and has a precision temperature control system which maintains the temperature at the point where smoke is about to be generated. This ensures that there is no soot in the kitchen and also you won’t need to keep checking what is being cooked.
The smart cooker adopts a modern minimalist design. It has a white plastic body with a yellow accent on some parts like the control knob. The cooker has a 3.5L bowl and a visible glass lid. The inside of the cooker has a non-sticky coating liner which makes it easy to clean after cooking. There is a patented two-wing mixing shovel attached to the lid. The mixer ensures the food gets a uniform blend of the ingredients. The cooker uses a detachable power cord for convenient storage.
In addition, the Solista Solo Smart Cooker comes with app support which throws in several cooking styles and recipe into the mix for users. separable power cord for convenient storage.
AliExpress Brands Shopping Week Sale has started with hefty discounts on several smartphones and other smart products. Along with devices from Honor, Huawei, Realme, Xiaomi and OnePlus, the Elephone is also giving away a 33% discount on the Elephone U2. The mid-range device is retailing at the groundbreaking price of $178.66 on AliExpress.
The Elephone U2 comes packed with a 6.26 -inch Full HD Ultra-Wide display with the resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels and has a 93.1% screen-to-body ratio. It is powered with an Octa-core Helio P70 chipset coupled with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. On the camera front, the Elephone U2 carries a triple rear camera sporting a 16-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel camera sensors. Elephone U2’s F/1.6 large aperture helps users to shoot crisp photos even in low-light environments. It is sufficient to capture vivid details while snapping pictures and recording videos in ultra-high resolution. A super AI-based dual selfie camera module consists of a 16-megapixel + 2-megapixel front pop-up camera.
Elephone U2 is crafted out of high-quality CNC Alloy process with a glass cover on the rear side. It runs on Android 9.0 Pie for a smooth and smarter interface. The improved SoC is 13% more efficient than the previous generation. It also features better operation efficiency, whereas AI efficiency is also improved by 10% to 30%. It can easily sustain a full day of rigorous use with its 3250 mAh battery. A side fingerprint sensor also improves the accessibility to unlock the device.
Key Features:
6.26-inch FHD Full Screen
16MP 2MP Front Pop Up Cameras
16MP 5MP 2MP Rear Cameras, F/1.6 Large Aperture
3250mAh Large Battery with Power-saving
MT6771T(P70) Octa-Core CPU
4GB 64GB and 6GB 128GB
If you’re interested in buying the Elephone U2, then grab the device as soon as possible because it can go out of stock. You can know more about the device by heading to the official website.
The Huawei MediaPad M6 8.4” was released in June. The tablet is one of Huawei‘s two flagship tablets for 2019. The other is the MediaPad M6 10.8”. A leak has revealed that the Mediapad M6 8.4” version will have a special version which should launch as the MediaPad M6 Turbo Edition.
The leak is a set of live photos of the device and it shows the tablet will wear a different paint job from the standard edition and also some hardware changes.
The MediaPad M6 Turbo Edition will have a paint job similar to that of the Flame Red Redmi K20. It will come in a matching box that includes a pair of headphones.
Unlike the standard version that has 4GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB of storage, the Turbo Edition has 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It is still powered by the Kirin 980 and the cameras on both sides are unchanged. So you get a 13MP rear camera and an 8MP front-facing camera. The screen resolution also remains 2560 x 1600. It runs EMUI 9.1 based on Android 9.
The MediaPad M6 Turbo Edition also has an extra button on the right side of the frame in addition to the volume rocker and power button. This key is said to be the turbo button. The tablet is also reported to have PC-grade liquid cooling, a dedicated gamepad, and a protective case.
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We don’t know when it will launch or how much it will cost. The highest configuration for the standard edition is ¥2399 (~$335) for the Wi-Fi version and ¥2699 (~$377) for the LTE version. The M6 Turbo Edition above is the Wi-Fi version and it might still sell for higher than the LTE standard edition.
UGREEN is popularly known for its Apple-compatible accessories like cables, chargers, and adapter. The Chinese accessory maker has come up with a new “ChargeiPhoneFaster” Giveaway until September 22nd. The interested users can easily participate in the giveaway and can win an iPhone, 100 Gift boxes and promo codes worth $10000. Every giveaway participant will get a 50% off coupon from UGREEN via email.
Ugreen recently launched several new accessories including the USB Type-C cables, chargers and Lightning cables for the users of Apple devices.
The company is offering a 30% discount on the 18W PD Charger and USB C to Lightning cable. Those who are looking to buy UGREEN accessories, then don’t forget to grab the below-mentioned products at a 30% discount.
UGREEN USB C to Lightning Cable – 30% code UGUSCL01 – Buy Now
The UGREEN 18W PD charger is compatible with all the high-end devices including iPhone X, Google Pixel, Galaxy Note 10+, and LG V50 and other devices. It can provide maximum 18W output power for faster charging. The Quick Charge 3.0 compatible charger is safe to use as it carries built-in multi-protection from over-voltage, over-current and short-circuits.
Purely designed for iPhones, the UGREEN USB-C to lightning cable supports fast charging with the ability to charge devices from 18W to 87W USB-C. It supports data transfer speeds to 480 Mbps which is ideal to transfer a 1 GB file in 25 seconds.
The discount is applied from August 28 to August 20 on Amazon.com.
Enter Giveaway
The company has set up three different prizes for the participants. Under ChargeiPhoneFaster giveaway, a user can get the newest iPhone, Ugreen Super Gift Box or promo codes worth $ 10000.
In order to increase the winning chances, the user can enter the giveaway in 6 different ways. These different tasks will improve the overall score.
Terms and Conditions:
The box contains 18W PD Wall Charger x 1, MFi-certified USB C to Lightning Cable
The event begins on August 26th, 2019, and ends on September 22th, 2019.
All winners will be notified via email by September 25th, 2019.
The full winners’ list will be updated on September 25th, 2019.
The giveaway is for global residents.
UGREEN reserves the right of final explanation.
We wish all the participants to enjoy the giveaway.
The Redmi K20 comes in three configurations – a base model with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, a 6GB RAM + 128GB storage version, and an 8GB RAM + 256GB storage version. The top configuration had a launch price of ¥2599 but has now received its first price cut.
The Redmi K20 with 8GB of RAM will now sell for ¥2299 (~$320). It is already available at this price on Mi.com but it won’t be a permanent cut. It should revert to its old price tomorrow. So you may want to hurry.
The Redmi K20 has a 6.39-inch AMOLED display with an in-display fingerprint scanner. It is powered by a Snapdragon 730 processor which draws power from a 4000mAh battery. The phone doesn’t have a notch but goes for a motorized 20MP pop-up selfie camera.
The phone has a 48MP primary rear camera paired with an 8MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom and a 13MP ultrawide angle camera. There is a fingerprint scanner under the display. It also has NFC, an audio jack, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port. There is also support for 18W fast charging. It runs MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie.
The Redmi K20 is available in Carbon Black, Flame Red, and Glacier Blue.
Xiaomi has launched a new and upgraded version of the MIJIA Induction Night Light that was first released in 2017 and has been one of its top-selling products. The new version is dubbed MIJIA Night Light 2 and has as its biggest feature, the magnetic structure design which can be rotated freely, providing illumination in all directions even when it is fixed in one place. The light comes with double the brightness of its predecessor. The brightness of this version is ramped up to 25 lumens and so, can be used as a spotlight and not just a night light.
The newly upgraded MIJIA Night Light 2 comes with adjustable brightness, including a 2800k warm light which can meet the night lighting needs of the restroom, corridor, balcony, bedroom, children’s room, patio, wardrobe light.
In terms of the design, the MIJIA Night Light 2 retains the minimalist design of the previous generation MIJIA Night Light and of course, most Xiaomi products. The body is manufactured from environmentally-friendly ABS material, PC matt diffusion cover and custom machine Fresnel lens with superb texture. With the magnetic design, it can be attached to the nightstand, on the walls and detached easily if there is a need to move around with it. The device has a trapezoidal base and a hemispherical lamp body. There is also a metal substrate with an adhesive which can be attached anywhere. It is the metal that the light magnets, creating some strong grip but it can be detached with just some minor force.
The Night Light 2 still has a built-in photosensitive + human body dual sensor, with a sensing range within a 120 ° radius. The light automatically turns off in 15 seconds if no human body is detected anywhere within the range. The owner can also turn off the light as desired. The device uses three batteries with a cumulative power of not less than 1500mAh. The battery can last up to 365 days, especially when used under low brightness.
The MIJIA Night Light 2 will open for crowdfunding at 10:00 AM on August 28 via Xiaomi Mall and Mi Home. The official price is 49 yuan (~$6) but the crowdfunding price is only 99 yuan (~$13) for three 3 units.
We already know a lot about the Redmi Note 8 Pro. In fact, our rumor roundup covers most of its specifications. The Redmi Note 8 Pro will come with the gaming-focused MediaTek G90T processor along with a large 4500mAh battery and 64MP quad-camera setup at the back. On the other hand, its smaller sibling, the Redmi Note 8 will feature Snapdragon 665 with a 48MP triple camera setup. The official pricing is the only thing unknown to us right now.
According to previous leaks, the Redmi Note 8 Pro will be priced higher than its predecessor. It is rumored that the 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage editions of the Redmi Note 8 Pro are respectively priced at 1,799 Yuan (~$251) and 2,099 Yuan (~$293). However, we don’t have an official word on its pricing yet.
Realme is expected to launch its first 64MP main camera-totting Realme XT in China on September 4. Ahead of the unveiling, more details of the device keep emerging. A couple of live pictures of the Realme XT has leaked online giving us a clearer view of the front and rear view of the device.
The Realme XT comes with a waterdrop notch at the top of the display which houses the selfie camera. The device is said to pack a 16MP camera up there for selfies. Another impressive thing about the display is the high screen-to-body ratio.
At the top-left corner of the rear aspect of the device is a quad-camera setup stacked in a vertical arrangement. The first sensor is the main 64MP Samsung GW1 primary lens with a yellow ring around the lens. The other sensors comprise an 8MP ultrawide lens, a 2MP dedicated macro lens and a 2MP depth sensor. Apart from the Realme logo, there is no other thing on the rear panel which means the device will likely have an in-display fingerprint sensor.
One of the leaked pictures is that of the “About phone” page of the phone showing the specifications. As you may know already, the Realme XT will be powered by a Snapdragon 712 chipset and will run on Color OS 6 based on Android Pie. The device also comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage but there may be other versions.
Check out more pictures of the Realme XT from below.
Listening to your favorite music on the go, during an adventurous activity or when exercising is now possible, thanks to wireless earphones.
These highly popularly music accessory allows you to enjoy your favorite song without any sort of inconvenience. Regrettably, fitness and sports enthusiasts who live on a budget have limited choice when it comes to buying high-end earphones.
If you have restlessly been searching for an inexpensive wireless earphone that offers top-notch listening experience, you have come to the right place. Here are four wireless earphones that you can buy from LightinTheBox without emptying your pocket. It’s worth noting that the deals price is only for the United States and the United Kingdom.
Xiaomi Piston In-Ear Earphones 2017 Basic Edition
Designed by Xiaomi, this Piston In-Ear Earphones 2017 Basic Edition comes with a remote, as well as a mic. Among a slew of other functions, these in-ear earphones allow you to answer an incoming call and even switch between songs.
It is housed in a sturdy body which is made using high-quality TPE, and aluminum alloy materials. It is a great choice for the iPad, all types of mobile phones, portable media players, and other devices with 3.5mm headphone jack.
While the Xiaomi Piston In-Ear Earphones 2017 Basic Edition usually retails for $13.83, LightinTheBox is giving you a chance to get your hands on it for a reduced price of just $4.40. This is a noteworthy 68 percent drop in the earphones’ original asking price.
You can head straight to this link to avail the discount, which is currently valid for the black color version and place your order. This Lightning Sale is slated to end in 18 days.
Xiaomi Youth Neckband Headphone Wireless Sport & Fitness 4.2 Comfy
The black, as well as orange color versions of the Xiaomi Youth Neckband Headphone Wireless Sport & Fitness 4.2 Comfy, have gone up for sale bearing a lowered price tag of $24.99 on LightinTheBox. This is a 63 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price.
An absolute steal at this price, the Xiaomi Youth Neckband Headphone is made using a compound board and copper materials for durability. The wireless headphone is ideal for sports and fitness lovers as they do not come off easily even during hefty activities.
You can check out more details about the headphone and avail the discount simply by following this link. Note that the Lightning Sale will end in 18 days.
Xiaomi Neckband Headphone Bluetooth4.1 Sport & Fitness 4.1 Mini
The Xiaomi Neckband Headphone weighs in at just 1.36g but offers amazing functions that can sweep the users off their feet. This ultra-lightweight headphone is rated IPX4 professional waterproof so you can wear them during heavy workouts without worrying about sweat or accidental splashes.
Moreover, it features a tilted moving ear roof and adopts an ergonomic design that fits perfectly into the ear and doesn’t fall off during free movement. It uses a Humanized 360″ rotary ear top design so that you can adjust it to the right angle for a superior wearing experience.
The Xiaomi Neckband Headphone comes in black color option and usually carries a $46.03 price sticker. In an effort to make the feature-rich headphone available to cost-conscious buyers, Xiaomi is now offering it for a lowered price of just $21.99 through LightinTheBox.
This Lightning Sale will come to an end soon. To ensure you do not end up missing this great discount, all you need to do is to follow this link without wasting time.
The last music accessory on our list is the amazing LITBest i7s-LX TWS true wireless headphone which comes in two appealing color options including black, and white, both carrying a $19.97 price tag. Much to the relief of those who aren’t willing spend a lot of money on a wireless headphone, the LITBest i7s-LX is now available for only $5.99 on LightinTheBox.
In addition to this whopping 70 percent discount, you can get 4 percent off if you buy 2 or more items, 12 percent off if you buy 10 or more items and a noteworthy 15 percent off for buying 50 or more items. Those who purchase 20 or more items will qualify for a 20 percent discount.
An absolute bargain at this price, the LITBest i7s-LX TWS True Wireless Headphone gives you freedom from wires and allows you to share music and videos with your friends and family. It has two modes design including a TWS mode and a single earphone mode.
Furthermore, the LITBest i7s-LX TWS packs the latest Bluetooth 5.0 chip for highest sound quality and fastest transmission speeds on the market. You can effortlessly pair them any Bluetooth-enabled device such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, iWatch3, and more.
You can visit this link to get your hands on the LITBest i7s-LX TWS True Wireless Headphone without emptying your pocket. It is worth noting that the Lightning Sale is slated to end shortly.
Update: Amazfit Sports Watch 3 Star Wars Limited Edition added.
Huami said it was going to launch more than 10 smartwatches this year and it sure is ready to keep that promise. It already announced the Amazfit Bip Lite, the Amazfit Verge Lite, the Amazfit GTR, the Amazfit Verge 2, and the Amazfit Health Watch. Today, it has taken the wraps off the Amazfit GTS, the Amazfit Sports Watch 3, and the Amazfit X which is a concept watch with a flexible display.
Amazfit GTS
The Amazfit GTS can be termed the true successor to the Amazfit Bip. It does give off some serious Apple Watch vibes but costs significantly less than Apple’s latest offering, which isn’t surprising since the GTS comes with fewer features.
The Amazfit GTS is gorgeous with its minimalist look. With a price tag that roughly converts to $125, you get a 1.65-inch Super Retina-grade AMOLED screen (348 x 442) with a 341ppi, covered with 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 3 curved tempered glass, and embedded in a steel frame. Huami says it settled for a rectangular dial as it can fit more information than a circular dial with the same screen size. There are up to 100 different watch faces to choose from; forty will be available out of the box with more to follow later. The watch uses a 20mm quick release silicone strap.
The watch can track a total of 12 main sports including cycling, running (indoor, treadmill), swimming, hiking, skiing, and weightlifting. It has support for GPS+GLONASS. The Amazfit GTS also has a BioTracker PPG optical heart rate sensor 24-hour heart rate monitoring. Huami says an OTA update in November 2019 will bring arrhythmia screening.
The watch connects via Bluetooth 5.0. It also has NFC with support for subways and bus stations in 255 cities in China. There is a 220mAh battery that will last up to 14 days for regular usage (notifications, NFC, heart rate monitoring, sleep monitoring, running 3 times a week with GPS on for 30 minutes for each exercise). In basic watch mode (Bluetooth, heart rate monitoring and other functions turned off) it will last up to 46 days on a single charge. For a continuous workout with GPS turned on permanently, it will last 25 hours. The watch takes 2 hours to charge. It is waterproof up to 50 meters so it is suitable for swimming, showering, snorkeling, and will survive in the rain. However, it won’t survive deep water swimming, scuba diving, and high-speed water sports.
The Amazfit GTS comes in six different colors. There is pink, blue, meteorite black, beige, and red. The watch has a price tag of ¥899 and is already available for pre-order on Tmall, it will go on sale on September 24. Unfortunately, only the Meteorite Black variant is available.
Amazfit Sports Watch 3
Amazfit Sports Watch 3
The Amazfit Sports Watch 3 (should launch globally as the Amazfit Stratos 3) has the name says is for sports enthusiasts and professional athletes. The Sports Watch 3 comes in two versions – a Standard Edition and an Elite Edition.
The watch rocks a 1.34-inch JDI Full-Moon™ reflective low-power color display. The display is said to be specially designed for outdoor use and Huami says the stronger the light, the clearer the display. The standard edition is covered with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, has a stainless steel bezel and uses quick-release silicone straps while the Elite Edition is covered with AF+AR coated sapphire glass, has a titanium bezel, and uses quick-release fluoro-rubber straps. There are four buttons on both versions of the watch.
The Amazfit Sports Watch 3 has dual processors and dual operating systems. One chip and operating system for the professional sports mode (sport mode) and another chip and operating system for regular smartwatch mode (ultra mode). Huami says there is a small amount of waiting time when switching between operating systems and that features of the ultra mode will get better with future updates.
The Sports Watch 3 has 512MB of LPDDR3 RAM and 4GB of eMMC storage though only 1.9GB is available out of the box. A built-in music player is also available so you can store songs on it and play via Bluetooth earbuds/headphones. The watch can track a total of 19 different sports mode. It also has FIRSTBEAT support which is the preferred heartbeat analysis by sports professionals. It also supports VO2 max measurement and has a BioTracker PPG heart rate sensor with 24-hour monitoring.
The Amazfit Sports Watch 3 has a 300mAh battery and takes 2 hours to charge. In Smart Mode, the watch will last 7 days on a single charge while in ultra mode it will last 14 days. GPS mode will last up to 35 hours with high accuracy, 45 hours with moderate accuracy, and 70 hours when in power-saving GPS mode. Users will be able to choose from three navigation combinations – GPS + Beidou, GPS + GLONASS, or GPS + Galileo. There is also NFC with support for AliPay (offline too) and bus and subway payments (12 cards, 255 cities).
The Amazfit Sports Watch 3 is also available for pre-order on Tmall for ¥1299 (~$181). The Elite Edition is not yet available for pre-order but will sell for ¥1699 (~$237).
Update: Huami also announced the Amazfit Sports Watch 3 Star Wars Limited Editon. This comes with a custom strap with one of Master Yoda’s quotes “Train You Must” inscribed on one side while the short strap says “Vader Is My Motivator”. It also has a custom dial, customized bezel, and comes in a special box with souvenirs. We have no info on the price and availability.
Huami Technology today held its scheduled press conference where three products were unveiled. The Amazfit GTS, Amazfit Sports Watch 3 and the Amazfit X Concept Watch. The Amazfit GTS and Sports Watch 3 are like the regular smartwatches you see in the market but the Amazfit X Concept Watch is a “watch from the future” and will be available in the first half of 2020.
The Amazfit X looks similar to the Nubia Alpha wearable smartphone that was launched in April this year but this isn’t a smartphone that can be worn on the wrist but this is wholely a smartwatch. The Amazfit X utilises an all-metal integrated design with hidden electronic buttons that replace the raised traditional buttons. The watch features a proprietary 2.07-inch flexible curved screen. The display has a super-arc curvature of 92° and this was achieved by heating the metal body through an ultra-high temperature of 700°C with a 6-bend bending process.
The watch is shaped like a new moon and has a larger display area of up to 244% compared to the display area of wearable devices with similar size. The screen also has 326ppi, 100% NTSC high color saturation and up to 430nits screen brightness.
The watch uses a 220mAh curved lithium battery which is said to have support for up to 7 days battery life. Since the motherboard can’t be curved, the Amazfit X uses a 3-segment motherboard in order to adapt to the curvature.
Huami says the watch is expected to start shipping in 2020.
According to the latest reports, China-based technology giant Huawei is currently in talks with Russia for installing a Russian operating system named Aurora 360,000 of its tablets. The devices will be used to conduct Russia’s population census next year.
The source, which was cited in the report, has said that this is a pilot project and Huawei installing the Russian operating system on its tablets is being seen as the first stage. Huawei also confirmed that it is in talks with the Russian Ministry of Communication, but the spokeswoman has not revealed more details.
The report adds that Russia is discussing the use of Aurora OS on 360,000 Huawei tablets by August 2020. It also adds that the owner of Aurora, Russia’s state telecommunications operator, Rostelecom, is the sole contractor for buying tablets to hold the population census in Russia, which has a population of 147 million, next October.
In a statement to Reuters, Rostelecom said: “Various options for collaboration with Huawei are currently being considered with participation of the Ministry of Communications… We don’t disclose details yet, there is an agreement on confidentiality.”
The development comes at a time when Huawei is reportedly seeking an alternative to Google’s Android operating system for its devices. This happened after the United States put Huawei on the “Entity List”, banning the company from doing business with the US-based firms and technology.
However, the Chinese giant has recently been granted another 90-day reprieve from the ban, allowing it to use Android among many other products. While the company has said that it is planning to use Google’s Android as long as it can, but they are getting ready in case the US goes ahead with enforcing the ban.
During the Huawei Developers Conference 2019 earlier this month, Huawei launched its much-awaited operating system named HarmonyOS for the global markets and HongMeng OS in China. The OS works with a wide range of devices, including smart home products, smartwatches, smart TVs, and smartphones, among others. The first HarmonyOS-powered product, Honor Vision TV, has already been launched in China.
Samsung had quietly unveiled the Galaxy A10s earlier this month, but it did not confirm on it pricing and availability. As the name suggests, the smartphone is an improved version of the Galaxy A10. The South Korean technology giants officially unveiled the A10s in India today, revealing the specifications and pricing details. The A10s features quite a few upgrades over the Galaxy A10, which Samsung revealed earlier this year. The improvements are in terms of camera quality and the inclusion of a bigger battery.
Samsung Galaxy A10s Specifications and Features
The Samsung Galaxy A10s flaunts a 6.2-inch HD+ Infinity V-display with a resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels. The smartphone is powered by a 2.0GHz Exynos 7884 SoC with 2GB and 3GB of RAM. The smartphone features 32GB of native storage, which is expandable up to 512GB with a microSD card.
The smartphone uses a dual camera setup at the rear. The primary sensor is a 13-megapixel unit with an aperture rating of f/1.8. It is paired with a 2-megapixel secondary lens with an aperture rating of f/2.4. The rear camera unit gets an LED flash module. The front camera is an 8-megapixel unit with an aperture rating of f/2.0, and is located within the waterdrop notch.
The Galaxy A10s draws power from a 4,000 mAh battery and runs on the Android 9.0 Pie-based One UI. Security measures include face unlock and a rear panel-mounted fingerprint scanner. Connectivity options include dual-SIM 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n. The smartphone features a 3.5mm AUX port. The device measures 156.9 x 75.8 x 7.8mm and weighs 168gms.
Samsung Galaxy A10s Price and Availability
Samsung launched the Galaxy A10s at a base price of Rs. 9,499 (~$133) for the 2GB variant. The 3GB variant is priced at Rs. 10,499 (~$147). The device is available in three color options, namely Green, Black and Blue. The Galaxy A10s will be available across all major online and offline retailers, the Samsung Opera House and the Samsung e-shop from Aug. 28.
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