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Xiaomi started working on 5G three years ago, second 5G phone launching September- Lei Jun

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Jed John Ikoba
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At a tech event held in China yesterday, Xiaomi‘s CEO Lei Jun was one of the key speakers. During his speech, Lei in his usual manner revealed some key insights into the company’s 5G journey. He disclosed that the company commenced pre-researching 5G technology and mobile phones three years ago.Xiaomi Logo

This statement is another reminder that Xiaomi is a company built on foresight. A couple of years back, Xiaomi pioneers the use of flexible OLED panels on the Mi Note which they believe will become popular in years to come. Just a few years after, foldable phones using flexible OLED panels is gradually gaining ground. We won’t forget in a hurry, the company’s effort in R& D that culminated in the amazing Mi Mix that kickstarted a wildfire of full-screen phone designs.

Lei Jun says Xiaomi will launch another 5G phone in September. That may likely be the Mi Mix 4, the successor to the Mi Mix 3 which has a 5G version that was released earlier this year. LeiJun sees 5G as injecting new vitality into the smartphone industry that has been declining in recent years. He also reiterated that AI+IoT+5G is the next generation of super internet, and Xiaomi will do its best in that regard.xiaomi

“In the coming year, 5G will bring about earth-shaking changes in the fields of communication, mobile Internet and Internet of Things. For Xiaomi, it is necessary to actively embrace this change and increase investment in technology, especially the technology maturity of 5G mobile phones. And cost control is done well,” Lei Jun said.

EDITOR’S PICK: Huami’s upcoming Huangshan 1S processor said to be built on 7nm

Lei Jun also spoke on the company’s investment in AIoT where he earlier hinted that Xiaomi will invest 10 billion yuan in the next five years. Regarding the performance of its AIoT business, Lei Jun hinted that apart from mobile phones which is the core engine, Xiaomi’s AIoT field also has TVs, notebooks, smart speakers, routers and its rich smart hardware ecosystem. The company exec disclosed that the revenue from this business in the first half of the year reached 27 billion yuan, which is a year-on-year increase of 49%.

 

UP NEXT: Xiaomi patents a Smart Scarf that heats up and adjusts its tightness automatically

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Xiaomi patents a Smart Scarf that heats up and adjusts its tightness automatically

By
Jed John Ikoba
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Tech startups are striving to make all products smart as the world adopts the Internet of Things (IoT). Smartphones, smartwatches, smart cars, smart homes and other devices are slowly changing the way people live. One of Xiaomi‘s recent patent application is for a smart device that you’ve probably not heard of before – a Smart Scarf.Xiaomi Smart Scarf

Scarfs are used frequently during winter or cold weather. During such weather conditions, it is common to notice users adjusting the scarf tightly around the neck when the weather is cold and then loosen it when they start feeling hot. Xiaomi’s smart scarf patent details a device that is designed to remove the need to adjust the scarf around the neck manually. The Smart Scarf adjusts its grip automatically and heats up in accordance with the change of the ambient temperature.  Xiaomi Smart Scarf

The patent application which was spotted recently is titled  “A smart scarf and its control method” with application number: 201010365323.8. The scarf is composed of a scarf body, a temperature sensing unit and an infrared heating unit. The scarf itself is no different from the traditional scarf but it comes with a temperature sensing unit set on the scarf body to sense the temperature of the surrounding environment. The infrared heating unit is also embedded on the scarf and can be connected to the sensing unit to heat up the scarf using infra-red technology in accordance with the ambient temperature.

In addition, the sketch shows the scarf has an elastic adjustment unit which is connected to the temperature sensor. The scarf automatically loosens or tightens in according to the ambient temperature.

As shown in the above figure, the elastic adjustment unit includes a pair of electric motors (41) and an elastic member (42). The elastic member could be an elastic band. There is also a power supply unit which is also required to ensure proper operation of the motor and temperature sensing unit.

EDITOR’S PICK: OnePlus’ first R&D Center in India opened in Hyderabad, Aims to be the biggest center globally

We can’t say how heavy the scarf will be as the patent application didn’t contain details of the weight. However, except Xiaomi uses lightweight components, the inclusion of these components, especially the battery and motor may make it too heavy. However, the company says that multiple elastic components were connected to the same pair of electric motors. Also, the battery and motor were placed on both ends of the scarf body to keep the weight of the smart scarf low.

The Xiaomi Smart Scarf is a smart wearable device and that is because it can be connected to a mobile phone via Bluetooth or WiFi and then, parameters such as heating and tightness can be controlled through a dedicated mobile phone app.

 

UP NEXT: Leaked poster shows Flyme 8 will be announced on August 28 alongside Meizu 16S Pro

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Blackview BV9100 goes on sale for the first time in China

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Simranpal Singh
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Blackview is a house to the rugged smartphones. The Chinese manufacturer has announced a lot of strong and sturdy smartphones around the globe, and that too at the affordable price range. After a lot of rumors and talks, the Blackview BV9100 is now finally on sale for $199.99 via its online store.

The device is fully certified for its ruggedness with the certifications such as IP68, IP69K, MIL-TED-810G.  Whereas in the internals, the device features a MediaTek Helio P35 processor along with a 4GB RAM + 64 GB Internal storage. A 6.3-inch with the resolution of 2340×1080 pixels houses in the device. In the camera department, there’s a dual Sony IMX298 16MP module and another Samsung 3L8 13MP front camera. It runs on Android 9.0 Pie.

Blackview BV9100 houses Fingerprint Sensor, Proximity, Ambient Light, Accelerometer Sensor, Compass, and Gyroscope. In connectivity, it supports EDGE, GPRS, HSPA plus, LTE CAT 7 300 Mbps DL, LTE 100 Mbps UL, UMTS, IPS FHD+ Display, Wi-Fi, NFC, OTG, IP68, MIL-STD-810G Protection Certificates. Other features such as Fingerprint Sensor, Bluetooth, Fast Charging, VoLTE and 19:9 Display Ratio are part of the Blackviw BV 9100.

It carries a 13000 mAh battery with a guaranteed 60-day standby time. The battery also houses 30W fast charging support with the ability to recharge in 2.5 hours fully. Its huge battery is compared in a video against the OnePlus 6T for 4-hours of intense use. However, the OnePlus 6T consumed battery three times more battery than the BV9100. The battery is designed to bring an immersive experience by facilitating users’ everyday life.

Blackview BV9100 can be bought for the price of $1999.9 from August 26 to September 6. However, the prices will reach the sky after the sale gets over, and it will become available for $269.99. You can buy and know more details by heading to the official Blackview store here.

Up Next: Blackview BV9100 rugged phone with 13000 mAh coming soon

Grab upto 50% discount on Ulefone devices via AliExpress Global Mid-Year Shopping Festival

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Simranpal Singh
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Finally, the AliExpress and Ulefone Global Mid-Year Shopping Festival sale is live globally. The interested users can grab the Ulefone devices at hefty discounts of up to 50%. The discount is applicable on the rugged Ulefone Armor series, Power series and the entry-level S series devices. Follow the groundbreaking deals below to save a significant amount on purchasing your favorite smartphones.

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List of Ulefone devices on sale at AliExpress 

The first and the foremost is the Ulefone Armor series’s Armor 6 which is available for the special price tag of $269.99. It comes packed with an Helio P60  octa-core 12nm AI processor coupled with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. In optics, there’s a 21MP + 13MP dual rear camera with the dual rear flash. A 13 MP selfie shooter is available along with a 5000 mAH battery supporting 18W fast charging. It is IP69K/IP68/MIL-STD-810G certified, so you are protected from water and dust as well. Other features include face unlock, global network support, NFC and Android 8.1 Oreo on board.

The Ulefone Armor 6 usually retails for the price of $300-$500, but under the festive sale, users can get it for the starting price of $269.99.

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If you’re looking for a mid-range device at an affordable price, then Ulefone Armor 6E is the device you should look forward to buying. For the discounted price of $187.49, the users will get an Helio P7- SoC powered device accompanying 4GB RAM and 64GB Internals storage. It sports a dual rear camera of 16MP+2MP along with a front 8MP camera. The users can enjoy a whole full day with its 5000mAh battery equipped with Q1 10W wireless charging. It quickly authenticates via face unlock and fingerprint unlock.

It runs on Android 9.0 Pie with an extra 4G – Band66 support in North America. It can be bought right now at a massive discount from Aliexpress.

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Ulefone Armor 3 is another rugged device with a massive 10300 mAh battery. It is powered with Helio P23 Octa-Core processor coupled with 4GB RAM and 64GB Internal Storage. A single 21 MP rear camera and a 13MP front selfies camera is present in the Armor3. It supports NFC and Google Pay with Android 8.1 Oreo on board.

The company is giving away Armor 3 with a substantial discount for $205.87.

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Ulefone Armor 3T is also available on discount. The walkie-talkie version of the Armor 3 supports 1W/2W hardware intercom with an operation range of 5 kilometers. However, other specs remain the same as that of Armor 3. It can be purchased at a little elevated price of $243.

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A device powered with 13000 mAh battery – Ulefone Power 5 is available for the discounted price of $190. There’s a 6 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage on board with a 6.0-inch display having an aspect ratio of 18:9. It is powered by MT6763 octa-core processor and runs on Android 8.1 Oreo. In the camera department, Uelfone has added a dual-camera module consisting of a 21MP+5MP rear camera and another dual rear front camera sporting 13MP+5MP sensors. Furthermore, it supports 10W wireless charging, and finger unlock support.

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A super affordable Ulefone Power 6 is available for $139.99 featuring a 6.3-inch FHD+ waterdrop display. Helio P35 powers it along with a 4GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage. In optics, a 16MP & 2MP dual rear camera and 16MP front camera is present. In connectivity, Ulefone Power 6 supports GPS/GLONASS, global frequency bands, NFC and fingerprint ID. It runs on Android 9.0 Pie out of the box.

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There are a lot more other devices, which are now available at massive discounts from AliExpress. It’s a golden chance for the buyers who want to grab Ulefone smartphones at amazingly discounted prices.

Up Next: Recently released Ulefone T2 gets its first hands-on video

Leaked poster shows Flyme 8 will be announced on August 28 alongside Meizu 16S Pro

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Jed John Ikoba
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Apart from fans of pure Android OS, one custom ROM that is heralded for its unique and fluid build is Meizu‘s Flyme OS. Even as of several years back when other custom ROMs are being plagued with issues, Meizu’s Flyme OS has been outstanding. But in the past two years, Flyme’s progression seems to have slowed down drastically.Flyme 8

As early as the beginning of this year, Meizu Technology’s founder Huang Zhang (Jerry Wang) had revealed that Flyme 8 was already in the works. Since then, several details have been revealed but no date was fixed for the release. That is about to change as Meizu may officially unveil Flyme 8 on August 28. A press invite sent out by the Chinese company showed the company will the Flyme 8 OS alongside the Meizu 16s Pro. Already, the Meizu 16s Pro is expected to drop on August 28 and reservation is even ongoing.flyme 8 launch

Flyme 8 is expected to bring a new, refreshed look to the custom ROM with new features such as fingerprint vortex animation, small window 2.0, home guard 3.0, and game mode 4.0. The Meizu 16s Pro is expected to be the first model to get the new custom ROM version. Since the Flyme 8 has been a long time coming, we don’t expect the company to delay before rolling out updates to its old models.

 

UP NEXT: Huami’s upcoming Huangshan 1S processor said to be built on 7nm

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Huami’s upcoming Huangshan 1S processor said to be built on 7nm

By
Joel Joseph
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Huami is one of the top wearable manufacturers in the world today. The company released its first self-developed RISC-V based Huangshan 1 processor last year. While that was a significant feat for Huami, we are hearing that the successor to the wearable-focused chip will be even more impressive. According to the popular leakster Ice Universe, Huami’s Huangshan 1S chip will be manufactured using the advanced 7nm process!

AMAZFIT GTR 47mm Smart Watch International Version
Amazfit GTR is its most recent smartwatch

7nm is the manufacturing process used by flagship-grade chipsets of 2019. So it will be really impressive to see if Huangshan 1S is built on the same process. If true, it would make Huami only the second Chinese company to have developed a 7nm chipset after Huawei. This will be a tremendous achievement for the wearable maker who has been releasing a lot of smartwatches lately. What’s more, he says that we could see it inside the Amazfit Sports Watch 3 that’ll launch tomorrow.

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At tomorrow’s event, we’ll see at least two new smartwatches from Huami. One will be an Apple Watch killer featuring a similar square-shaped design but with a custom-built high PPI AMOLED display. The second watch will be the successor to the Pace 2 that was announced just a few months back. The watch called the Amazfit Sports Watch 3 or the Pace 3 will feature a transreflective display as its predecessors and NFC. It will even have a special Elite edition featuring a premium titanium body.

For more details on the Apple Watch killer, read this article. The launch is scheduled for tomorrow so we’ll get official details very soon!

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OUKITEL C17 Pro on presale for $84.99 featuring a triple camera and 4GB+64GB storage

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Simranpal Singh
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The all-new OUKITEL C17 Pro is now on presale at an incredible price on OUKITEL Official Store. During the period from August 26th to 30th, you can get the C17 Pro at a discounted price of $84.99 which is $50 off from the retail price of $139.99. Also, AliExpress is providing a $5 OFF coupon code for the device.

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OUKITEL C17 Pro comes with a 6.35-inch display carrying a punch-hole design, or what the company call as blind hole display. It’s of 720×1080p resolution with 19.5:9 aspect ratio design. A 5MP front camera makes it to the blind hole on the top left corner and along with the additional software features which can take brilliant portrait stills. The features include, mono mode and face beautify mode besides normal photo taking and video recording skills of the camera.

A triple-lens camera at the rear comprising of 13MP+5MP+2MP sensors with the support for mono mode, face beautify mode, Bokeh mode, and Pro mode. The smartphone is powered by MediaTek MT6763 octa-core SoC coupled with a 4GB of RAM and 64GB ROM. A decent 3900mAh battery fuels the device which should be enough to last all day. Based on its specifications and price, C17 Pro is indeed a bang for the buck. The device is suitable with all the major global bands including  GSM：B2/B3/B5/B8; WCDMA: B1/B2/B4/B5/B8; TDD:B40; FDD:B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B17/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28A/.

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OUKITEL C17 Pro comes in 3 color options: sunrise, twilight, and black. The back cover of C17 Pro is embellished with electroplating technology to produce the color brighter and more catchy. If you’re pleased with the device, you can get it for $84.99 with $5.00 coupon until August 39 from AliExpress.

Up Next: Oukitel C17 Pro goes official with triple camera and a punch-hole display

OnePlus’ first R&D Center in India opened in Hyderabad, Aims to be the biggest center globally

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Joel Joseph
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India is an important market for OnePlus and time and again we’ve seen the brand invest a significant amount of time and resources for Indian users. Today, OnePlus has made one of its biggest investments in India yet, by opening its first-ever R&D center in India. The company plans to invest Rs. 1,000 crore (Rs. 10 billion or $139 million) in the next three years to make it the biggest such center globally.

“We plan to re-focus our R&D efforts on a large scale and drive innovations in India for the global product, especially on the software side with special emphasis on Artificial Intelligence, 5G and IoT,” said OnePlus Founder and CEO Pete Lau at the opening event in Hyderabad today.

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The R&D center will focus on developing India-specific features and applications for the Oxygen OS. It will house three major labs – a camera lab, communications and networking lab, and an automation lab. It is clear that the company aims to use this facility for developing its smartphone cameras, 5G, AI as well as other performance-related features.  The company reveals that the facility will focus on developing five major areas: OxygenOS native apps, global product development, network and global carrier customization, software innovation, and testing.

OnePlus is reportedly conducting campus hiring programs at India’s premier institutes like IIT-Delhi and IIT-Mumbai.

UP NEXT: OnePlus 7T 3D renders show triple rear camera design with a circular housing

UMIDIGI X global sales kicks off at $179.99, Upods retailing for $9.9 on AliExpress

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Simranpal Singh
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UMIDIGI has recently launched a handful of decent devices in the market. Today marks the launch of another UMIDIGI value-performer, the UMIDIGI X which comes with a crazy specs-sheet for its price. The UMIDIGI X  bears the title of being the world’s most affordable phone with an in-screen fingerprint sensor. AliExpress has kick-started its global sale at an incredible price of $179.99.

Indeed, UMIDIGI is aiming high with the aggressively priced UMIDIGI X. It’s truly a device to behold. The company just released an unboxing video for UMIDIGI X showing off its features. For the stunning asking price of $179.99, the UMIDIGI X offers the features that you wouldn’t have imagined to happen so far. The device offers the latest generation in-screen optical fingerprint sensor, a decent AI-powered triple rear camera setup comprising of 48MP + 8MP + 5MP ultra-wide sensors. The 6.35″ AMOLED Full Screen should leave you drooling over its picture quality, to say the least. It packs a massive 4150mAh with support up to 18W fast charge. In the nutshell, the device ticks all the boxes you’d expect from a mid-range – perhaps offering much more compared to other devices in this segment.

Other Specs of Umidigi X

  • Latest generation in-screen fingerprint sensor
  • 48MP + 8MP + 5MP ultra-wide AI triple camera
  • 6.35″ AMOLED Full Screen
  • 4150mAh and 18W fast charge
  • Multi-function NFC
  • 128GB ROM & LPDDR4X 4GB RAM
  • Helio P60 Processor
  • Global bands support

Grab Now for $169.9 with free Upods

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As an icing on the cake, AliExpress is up with promotional offers through which the first 1000 buyers will get free UMIDIGI’s new true wireless earbuds – Upods. Don’t worry if you’re late to the party as you’ve got another chance to grab the Upods, but not free. The company is holding its ‘Shopping Week Sale’ and offering a crazy deal exclusively such that the first 10000 units of Upods will be put for sale at a discounted price of just $9.9!

Specs of Wireless earbuds – Upods

  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • Up To 24 Hours With Charging Box
  • 7.2mm Dynamic Unit Drives Superior Sound
  • DSP Intelligent Noise Reduction
  • Auto-on, auto-connect
  • 4g Ultra Light for each piece
  • Compatible with both ios and Android OS
  • Voice Assistant Support for Google Assistant, Siri, etc.

So, go get the device quickly if you’ve to be among the first 2,000 and take home a free Upods with the purchase of Umidigi X for $179.9. If unlucky, don’t miss the Shopping Week Sale for the limited period discounted price of $9.9 on Upods from AliExpress. Also, don’t forget to take part in our UMIDIGI X giveaway in partnership with UMIDIGI.

Up Next: UMIDIGI X’s optical in-screen fingerprint scanner beats the ultrasonic one of Galaxy Note 10

 Motorola One Zoom renders leaked once again; Launch could be near

By
Anvinraj Valiyathara
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The Motorola One Zoom, sporting a quad-camera setup at the rear, has made it to the headlines in the past couple of weeks. Latest reports suggest that the device is a rebranded version of the upcoming Motorola One Pro Android One phone whereas the One Zoom phone is expected to come with same specs and some additional features such as Amazon Alexa and a few extra apps, and is aimed at selected markets. Lenovo-owned Motorola is expected to unveil the device at IFA 2019 tech trade show that will be held in Berlin, Germany next month. Gadget tipster Ishan Agarwal.has new renders of the Motorola One Zoom ahead of its impending launch.

Motorola One Zoom Specifications and Features

The new renders show that One Zoom will be coming in three color options, namely purple, black and gold. The second render confirms the presence of Turbo Power fast charge. The Motorola One Zoom features a 6.2-inch Super AMOLED Full-HD+ display with a waterdrop notch and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The smartphone is powered by 11nm Snapdragon 675 SoC with 4GB of RAM . It is equipped with 128GB of built-in memory and carries support for additional storage through a microSD card slot.

Editor’s Pick: Motorola RAZR foldable phone may debut in December

The smartphone has a quad-rear camera setup. The 48-megapixel primary lens is mated to a wide-angle secondary sensor, a telephoto lens capable of capturing images in 5X hybrid zoom and a depth sensor. Camera aids include a dedicated night mode, capable of capturing high-resolution images in low light situations. The One Zoom will come preloaded with Android 9 Pie OS. However, it won’t be an Android One device like One Pro handset.

Motorola One Price and Availability

The Motorola One Zoom is rumored to be priced from 400 euros (~$445), which roughly translates to Rs. 32,000. It remains to be seen if Motorola launches the device in India at a substantially lower price. Additional details can only be posted after the official launch in September.

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UP NEXT: Motorola One Action launched in India for Rs. 13,999 (~$195)

New Meitu smartphone developed by Xiaomi to launch next year

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Habeeb Onawole
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When Xiaomi and Meitu signed a partnership agreement late last year, the deal said Xiaomi will make and sell devices under the Meitu brand. It has been nearly a year since the partnership and the only Meizu-branded device released is the Xiaomi CC9 Meitu Edition.

Technically, the Xiaomi CC9 Meitu Edition isn’t a Meitu smartphone as it doesn’t have the Meitu design language and is just the regular CC9 with some special camera features for content creators. For die-hard Meitu fans, the company’s CEO revealed at a press conference today that a true Meitu smartphone will be announced next year.

Meitu Xiaomi Little Fairy phone

Mi Xinhong shared a few details about the upcoming phone. First, it will be developed and sold by Xiaomi just as the partnership agreement states. It will also be the first of a new product line. Xiaomi’s own CEO, Lei Jun, had also revealed this info prior to today’s announcement.

There is no info on the features of the phone but we sure should expect something quite interesting. We definitely will love to see the flip-camera phone (pictured above) which was rumored to actually be Meitu’s first Xiaomi-developed phone.

Even though Meitu hasn’t released any smartphone this year, its other business arms have grown in the past year. Its online advertising revenue is reported to have increased by 27.2% year-on-year to ¥362.3 million. Meitu is also stated to have incorporated a new business model which includes a premium subscription service. The new business is said to have grown to more than 6 times since it was introduced. Meitu’s social media platforms’ active users is also reported to have increased to 308.1 million users, a 0.6% increase from December 2018. Average daily usage time has also increased from 5-6 minutes to over 12 minutes.

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UP NEXT: Huawei worked with Meitu to improve its camera algorithm!

Buy QCY T3 TWS Fingerprint Touch Wireless Headset for Just $35.88 from Gearbest

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Vinay Patel
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Wireless headsets are garnering huge popularity among music lovers who fancy listening to their favorite songs on the go with the hassles of wire.

QCY T3 TWS Fingerprint Wireless Earphones

This music accessory is ideal for fitness and sports enthusiasts as well as they do not come off easily when exercising, or during an adventurous outdoor activity. On the downside, wireless headsets aren’t easy on the pocketbook.

A wireless headset that boasts an impressive array of features will definitely burn a big hole in your pocket, especially if its from a leading brand. QCY is thankfully bent of making its high-end wireless headset available to those on a tight budget in collaboration with Gearbest.

QCY T3 TWS Fingerprint Touch Wireless Headset

The leading manufacturer of wireless earbuds and speakers is now offering the black-tinted QCY T3 TWS Fingerprint Touch Wireless Headset for a considerably lowered price on Gearbest. On top of that, you can save more money at checkout so without further ado, let’s delve straight into the details.

The QCY T3 TWS BT headset would normally set you back $36.99 on both online, as well as offline stores, but you can now buy it for just $35.88. In addition to this 3 percent discount, you can get an extra $8 off if your cart value exceeds $100 by applying a $3 off coupon before placing your order.

An absolute steal at this price, the QCY T3 has multi-noise isolation for crystal clear talking. Equipped with the latest CSR 5.0 Bluetooth chip, the wireless headset features DSP to offer superior listening experience without ambient sound.QCY T3 TWS Fingerprint Touch Wireless Headset

Moreover, it features two mics to block noises in the background. This true wireless stereo earphone IPX 5 waterproof so you can wear it when exercising without worrying about sweat or even accidental splashes.

The QCY T3 adopts a semi-in ear design for effortless connection when you pick it up. While the headphone packs a 60mAh battery, the charging box draws its juices from a robust 600mAh battery that offers 25-hours of ultra-long battery life.

You can follow this link to check out more details about the QCY T3 TWS Fingerprint Touch Wireless Headset and place your order. With four pieces already sold, the promo is slated to end in just four days.

QCY T3 TWS Fingerprint Touch Wireless Headset

Buy KUGOO S1 and KUGOO S1 Pro Electronic Scooters at Lowered Prices from GeekBuying [Coupon]

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Vinay Patel
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GeekBuying has launched the KUGOO S1 Electronic Scooter Sale, offering the Kugoo E-Scooters, electric skateboards and a wide range of useful accessories at lowered prices.

KUGOO S1 Folding Electric Scooter

Aside from doling out great discounts on KUGOO and other top-branded products, GeekBuying is giving 100 lucky users who order the KUGOO S1 electric scooter an unmissable chance to get the Mi Band 4 smart bracelet for free.

We will shed light on the discounts you can avail on the KUGOO S1 and the KUGOO S1 Pro folding electric scooters and also show how you save a considerable amount of more money at the time of checking out. So without wasting more time, let’s check out the details.

KUGOO S1 Folding Electric Scooter

The KUGOO S1 is a great choice for a predictable commute as it is quieter and more efficient than traditional motorbikes. Moreover, its 8-inch solid rear anti-skid tires and 3-speed running modes make it ideal for all types of roads.

The easy-to-operate electric bike usually retails for $489.99, but you can now buy it for just $309.99 from GeekBuying. On top of that, you can extend this 37 percent discount by applying coupon code KUGOO826 at checkout.

The aforesaid coupon helps you get an extra $10 off. In other words, you can bring the already lowered asking price of the KUGOO S1 further down to just $299.99 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon at the time of checking out.KUGOO S1 Folding Electric Scooter

The KUGOO S1 has 8.0 Inch solid and anti-skid tire, which makes it a great choice for all types of roads. There are three-speed modes and you can effortlessly switch between them using one key.

Furthermore, the S1 is powered by a 350W motor that allows the KUGOO S1 to reach a max running distance of 30km. It features a well-lit LCD that shows speed, distance traveled, battery life and time traveled.

In addition to the above-mentioned discount, you also get Portable Bike Scooter Cable Coiled Lock with Secure Keys worth $28.48 for free with your order. To grab the discount, all you need to do is to follow this link without wasting time. Note that the promo will end in six days.

KUGOO S1 Folding Electric Scooter

KUGOO S1 Pro Folding Electric Scooter

Alternatively, you can go for S1 Pro, which is now up for grabs for a lowered price of just $349.99 on GeekBuying. This is a significant 36 percent drop in the electric scooter’s original asking price of $549.99.

An absolute steal at this price, the KUGOO S1 Pro is an irresistible electric scooter that features 8-inch solid Honeycomb Explosion-proof tire for a strong grip on kinds of roads. It comes with three-speed modes that can be activated using a single key.KUGOO S1 Pro Folding Electric Scooter

Moreover, the e-bike draws its juices from a 7.5Ah capacity battery and is backed by a robust 350W motor that offers a max running distance of 30km.

You can visit this link to grab the discount and take advantage of the coupon before it expires. This promo is slated to end in five days.

KUGOO S1 Pro Folding Electric Scooter

 

Kugoo S1 Electronic Scooter Sale

Redmi Note 8 Pro Rumor Roundup: Everything you need to Know Ahead of the launch

By
Michele Ingelido
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Redmi Note 7 was one of the best-selling smartphones of 2019 and the absolute best-seller in several countries. Now, Xiaomi’s sub-brand is getting ready to launch its successor: the Redmi Note 8, which will also come in a Pro variant. Given the importance of this upcoming smartphone, a lot of leaks and rumors surfaced in the past couple of weeks, which bared all of its main specifications. That why we decided to make a rumor roundup ahead of the launch which is due in a couple of days.

In this Redmi Note 8 Pro specs and features rumor roundup, you will find everything you need to know about the Pro version and the standard version before launch.

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Design

According to the official renders published by Xiaomi, the Redmi Note 8 will have a completely renewed design compared to its predecessor. Its back cover has an uncanny resemblance to OPPO Reno devices due to several design elements. And it’s not just the colors and the gradient hues but also the way everything is arranged at the back.

The Redmi logo will be placed vertically just like the Oppo logo on the Reno devices, and the rear camera department will be placed at the center instead of the upper left corner like the Redmi Note 7. The handset will have a special arrangement for the antennas which will be suitable for gamers who often hold their device in landscape mode. Yes, the Redmi Note 8 will also be a phone focused on the gaming experience. Redmi Note 8 might come in three color options: Meteorite Black, Fantasy Blue, and White, while the Note 8 Pro is rumored to come in Ice Jade, Fritillaria White and Electro-optic Ash. The front should house a waterdrop notch on the Note 8 Pro and Note 8.

Display

We do not expect revolutionary displays on the Redmi Note 8 and 8 Pro. They are supposed to come with a classic IPS LCD panel carrying a Full HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch, just like the display on the Redmi Note 7. The presence of a rear-mounted fingerprint reader is a further confirmation of an IPS display instead of an AMOLED panel.

In addition to this, a 90Hz screen would be perfect for gaming, right? And guess what, the Helio G90T does support 90Hz panels. However, that’s highly unlikely, so we are almost sure that won’t happen.

 

Specs & Software

Unlike the Redmi Note 6 and 7 line-ups, the Redmi Note 8 Pro will be powered by a MediaTek chipset. The chipmaker already confirmed that Redmi Note 8 Pro will be equipped with an Helio G90T while the Note 8 will come with a Snapdragon 665. As the letter “G” in its name suggests, the G90T is specifically made for gamers.

Redmi Note 8 Series Helio G90T SoC

The Helio G90T is built on 12 nm and comes with 8 cores including two Cortex A76 running at 2.05 GHz frequency and six Cortex A55 with a 2 GHz frequency. The chip supports HyperEngine and Dual Wi-Fi connection which allows the user to connect to two WiFi networks at the same time. Indeed very useful tech for gamers.

Redmi Note 8 should come in three variants: 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage, 6/64 GB, and 6/128 GB. The Pro variant should come in a configuration with 6/64 GB, one with 6/128 GB, 8/128 GB and the most expensive one with 10 GB of RAM and UFS 2.1 internal storage. The score obtained by Mediatek Helio G90T on AnTuTu benchmark is almost on par with the Kirin 810 found on the Honor 9X. Note that the Kirin 810 is built at 7 nm, so this is definitely an outstanding result. There will also be liquid cooling on board, just like a lot of valid gaming phones. It is able to reduce the phone’s temperature by 4-6°C.

Redmi Note 8 Pro Liquid Cooling

Camera

Redmi Note 8 Pro 25x zoomIt is already confirmed that both the Redmi Note 8 and 8 Pro will be equipped with a quad-camera setup on the rear side. On the Redmi Note 8 Pro, the primary sensor will be a Samsung ISOCELL Bright GW1 with a 64 MP resolution, which is nearly double of 8K’s resolution (9248 x 6936 pixels). The Redmi Note 8 Pro is also tipped to come with 25x zoom capability and 4-to-1 pixel billing (tetracell) which will allow producing 16 MP photos with bigger pixels, more light and a stunning level of detail. The fourth sensor of the Redmi Note 8 Pro will be placed on the right of the other three ones, just below the LED flash.

Redmi Note 8 64MP camera resolutionUnlike popular belief, the fourth sensor of the Redmi Note 8 is not a TOF sensor, but it will probably be a super macro camera. The secondary sensor is an ultrawide lens, while the third one is a depth sensor. The camera module of the Redmi Note 8 will include at least one different sensor when compared to the Note 8 Pro.

Redmi Note 8 camera
Redmi Note 8 render

The camera arrangement remains the same but it’s placed differently in the two models. Redmi Note 8 will have a quad camera placed on the top left corner (as seen above), while on the Pro variant it will be placed centrally.

While Redmi Note 8 Pro will boast a 64 MP  main sensor, the vanilla Note 8 is supposed to sport a 48 MP lens as the primary sensor. The first camera samples surfaced are simply impressive.

Redmi Note 8 Pro camera sample

Redmi Note 8 Pro

 

Battery

Redmi Note devices always had big batteries, and the trend will not change with the Redmi Note 8 line-up. The Pro version is already confirmed to sport a huge 4500 mAh battery with a charger faster than 10W. We expect to see a smaller battery onboard the vanilla Redmi Note 8, but it should be no less than 4000 mAh. Note that while the battery will be big, the processors will not be the most efficient ones, considering that they are built at 12 nm / 11 nm. Just to make an example, the Kirin 810 found on the rival Honor 9X is built at 7 nm, so it consumes a lot less energy.

 

Redmi Note 8 Launch Date, Price, and Availability

Redmi Note 8 and 8 Pro will be officially announced on August 29, alongside a new Redmi TV with a 70-inch screen. The initial launch will take place in China, but unfortunately, we still do not know the listing price.

 

iQOO Pro 5G sold out in seconds, emerge as Tmall’s best-selling phone right now

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Jed John Ikoba
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Tmall has officially released the iQOO Pro 8.23 Super New Products Daily Report. The report shows that the iQOO Pro 5G emerged as the top-selling phone on Tmall. The sale of the iQOO Pro is 445% higher than any other phone selling on Tmall presently. This feat comes just days after Suning announced the iQOO Pro was sold out in just seconds. The phone will go on yet another presale on August 29.iQOO Pro

 

The iQOO Pro 5G is already expected to be a hot-selling phone as a result of the sleek design, powerful hardware especially the 5G modem and decent price tag. The phone features a 6.41-inch Super AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution of 2340×1080 pixels. The phone also has a 12GB RAM+256GB storage variant. There is a Sony IMX582 48MP primary camera on the back along with a 13MP 120° ultrawide angle camera and a 2.0MP depth sensor. While at the front there is a 12MP sensor. The phone comes with features like AI Scene 2.0, 2.5CM macro photography and AI Portrait.

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The phone equally packs a 4500mAh battery under the hood with support for Vivo’s 44W Super FlashCharge technology. It runs Monster UI based on Android 9 out of the box. There is also the Jovi Assistant with IoT on board, NFC with support for Vivo Pay, and the new Turbo Network Acceleration technology that allows you to connect to two Wi-FI connections at the same time (2.4GHz + 5GHz). The iQOO Pro also has an audio jack along with a dedicated audio chip for Hi-Res audio.

 

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Rumors claim Geely-Huawei partnership, Harmony OS powered cars coming soon?

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Airyl Jaszly
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Huawei‘s HarmonyOS is one of the most talked about topics in tech at the moment, and the possibilities for it are endless. In fact, right now we’re already hearing rumors about HarmonyOS making rounds on Weibo. According to the rumors, Geely, a popular car manufacturer in China, has partnered with Huawei to expand the usage of HarmonyOS even further.

Now, Geely already has their own GKUI running on their car, which means if these rumors are true, there are two possibilities here. The first is that Geely is planning to drop their current GKUI in favor of Huawei’s HarmonyOS. The second option is that Geely will work with Huawei to allow their GKUI cars to communicate better with devices powered by HarmonyOS.

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If this is true, then this is a fairly big deal since it’s the first time since we’ve seen HarmonyOS on a non-Huawei device. On top of that, Geely is a big name in China, which means Huawei has the reach and connections to make the operating system a more mainstream option. HarmonyOS is after all an IoT operating system, so the more partners they get the better.

Mr Lu pointed out that when Harmony OS was unveiled, Huawei’s product roadmap included devices like TVs, smart watches, in-vehicle display units and some of its PCs. Smartphones and tablets were noticeable omissions and this was by design Out of this list, two of the products are already down, and we’re eager to see what’s coming next.

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Huawei Mate 30 Pro’s design revealed in official poster

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Habeeb Onawole
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The Huawei Mate 30 will be rocking a very unique look when it launches later this year. After months of leaks, we now have a clear look of the phone thanks to a leaked official poster.

The poster which was shared on Weibo shows the Mate 30 Pro will have a wide notch similar to that of the Mate 20 Pro. We can make out about three cameras inside the notch. We bet the phone has a 3D face unlock system for security.

The Mate 30 Pro has an IR blaster and a microphone at opposite ends of the top. There are also antenna lines too. The display is shown to curve to the sides and the bezels are quite thin. The phone does look really gorgeous but we are more excited about the back.

Huawei Mate 30 poster

The Mate 30 Pro will come with four rear cameras that are placed in a circular housing. The phone has a significant camera bump which we believe has an important function explained below.

Earlier today, Android Authority reported that Huawei and Honor may be working on Moto Mod-style cases for its phones. These cases were discovered on the Bluetooth SIG website which has a listing of several cases. The model number of these cases hint at their functions. For example, there is a game case, a snorkeling case, a health case, and an amplification case. These cases will connect via Bluetooth 4.2 and provide additional features. The listing is even more detailed and reveals the health case will have features like blood pressure monitoring, glucose-level monitoring, temperature measurement, and heart rate measurement.

The model number also reveals these smart cases will be available for different phones as the codenames are included in the model numbers. The codenames for some of these yet-to-be-announced phones are Anna, Elsa, Noah, Ark, Sulawesi, Maxwell, Emma, Keira, Yarlung, Zangbo, Volga, Danube, Titian, Palawan, Pascal, CHA, PEN, Piaget, Kelly, Audrey, Catherine, Eagle, Ruby, Bugatti, Baikal, etc.

Based on the design of the Mate 30 Pro, we believe it will be the first device to come with these smart cases and the cases should flush with the camera bump when attached.

The Mate 30 Pro also has what appears to be a Xenon flash and a smaller circular LED flash. We can also see LEICA written on the back but can’t make out the other text.

The phone will have a red-painted power button and will be available in purple and green. The poster also reveals the phone will be powered by the Kirin 990 processor and have superfast charging. The phone is rumored to launch on September 19.

(Sources: 1, 2, 3, Via)

 

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Redmi Note 8 Pro World of Warcraft 15th anniversary limited edition box unveiled

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Habeeb Onawole
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The Redmi Note 8 Pro will be coming in two colors – green and white. We expect more color variants may be announced in the months after its launch. However,  in addition to those two colors, there will also be two limited edition variants of the phone unveiled on Thursday. These limited-edition models will be a result of the partnership between Redmi and World of Warcraft to celebrate the popular game’s 15th anniversary. The official Weibo account for Redmi has shared photos of the special retail boxes the phone will come in.

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The Redmi Note 8 Pro World of Warcraft Limited Edition will be available in two versions. One has a red and black box while the other has a blue and white box. The contents of this limited gift box edition Redmi Note 8 Pro are currently unknown. We presume there may be a custom theme as well as World of Warcraft wallpapers pre-loaded with the device. There may even be a custom case.

More details should surface on August 29 when the Redmi Note 8 pro will be announced.

World of Warcraft was released in 2004 by Blizzard Entertainment. It is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) and was the most popular MMORPG in 2009. As at 2017, the game had grossed over $9 billion in revenue.

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Xiaomi launches the MIJIA Sports Shoes 3 priced at 199 yuan ($27)

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Jed John Ikoba
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Xiaomi has launched the MIJIA Sports Shoes 3, the third-generation model of its smart sports shoes. The sports sneakers is expected to go on sale today. MIJIA Sports Shoes 3

The MIJIA Sports Shoes 3 design is quite similar to that of the Sports Shoes 2 that was released last year. Xiaomi brought some improvement to the Uni-moulding production product used in manufacturing the sole of the shoes. A new Uni-Mounding 2.0 production process was utilised which is an improved technology from the one used on the MIJIA ports Shoes 2. In this case, 6different materials and layers were bonded into one single sole. Each of the layers is separated using a thin polyurethane film pressed and bonded. Because the components are pressed together with the mould, the appearance of the components will appear to be cleaner than the ordinary manual glue combination, and the probability of the glue opening up is also highly reduced. The new uni-Moulding 2.0 process also provides even better stability and support to the feet. This process combines the characteristics of the different materials to meet the needs of different sporting use. The second-generation version fuses 5 different layers and types of materials are fused into a single mould. MIJIA Sports Shoes 3

The front of the shoes uses a popcorn cloud midsole to increase the rebound feedback required by the forefoot during sporting activities. The back of the palm uses the FREE FORCE technology midsole, which gives the back of the feet enough cushioning demand during exercise.

In order to better support the contours of the foot, Xiaomi has completely upgraded the fishbone system in use inside the shoes. In this case, 10 fish bones are linked together using the TPU injection process to form a 360° locking system. It ensures the support of the shoe body to the foot during exercise.MIJIA Sports Shoes 3

Further, the upper part of the Mi Men’s Sports Shoes 2 is manufactured using a three-dimensional seamless high-elastic knitting process. The entire upper part uses just one seam thus minimizing foreign body sensation. The material is very durable such that you can throw in the sneakers into the washing machine without fear of it getting damaged. It comes with a reflective lace and body making, keeping the user to oncoming traffic visible at night.

 

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Redmi Note 8 Pro has a waterdrop notch, retail box revealed

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Habeeb Onawole
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The Redmi Note 8 Pro will defer from the Redmi Note 7 Pro in a lot of ways but one thing will remain unchanged and that is the design of the screen.

Up until today, none of the official promotional materials and leaks have revealed the screen of the upcoming phone but thanks to a promotional video, we can now confirm the Redmi Note 8 Pro will keep the waterdrop notch screen of its predecessor.

The promotional video is actually a test showing how strong the phone is. In the 39-second video, we see two units of the phone get stepped on by a weightlifter while carrying a pretty heavy barbell. After he is done, both phones are shown to be undamaged (at least their screens are fine). It is at this point we see the Redmi Note 8 Pro has a waterdrop notch.

At the end of the video, we also get confirmation that the phone will come in two colors – green and white. We also get a closer look at the waterdrop notch.

Redmi Note 8 Pro's retail box
Redmi Note 8 Pro’s retail box

Redmi’s general manager, Lu Weibing has also revealed the retail box of the phone. The box has a gradient color design like that of the Redmi Note 7 Pro but there is very little purple this time. The name of the phone is also written vertically instead of horizontally at the bottom.

The Redmi Note 8 Pro launches on August 29. It will be powered by the Helio G90T, pack quad rear cameras and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, and also have liquid cooling.

(Sources: 1, 2)

 

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