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ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S10 5G vs Huawei Mate 20 X 5G

By
Michele Ingelido
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A new memory configuration of the 5G variant of the ZTE Axon 10 Pro just hitten the Chinese market. The new configuration lets this handset to be even closer to the actual best 5G flagships from the most important brands. That is the reason why we think it is worth making a comparison with them: it may be very useful for those who are looking for a new 5G phone and they need the best specs sheet for their needs. So we decided to compare the new configuration of the ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G with the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G and the Huawei Mate 20 X 5G which offer amazing and unique specifications with a similar price tag.

 

ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S10 5G vs Huawei Mate 20 X 5G

ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G Samsung Galaxy S10 5G Huawei Mate 20 X 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 159.2 x 73.4 x 7.9 mm 162.6 x 77.1 x 7.9 mm, 198 g 174.6 x 85.4 x 8.4 mm, 233 g
DISPLAY 6.47 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+),  AMOLED  6.7 inches, 1440 x 3040p (Quad HD+), Dynamic AMOLED 7.2 inches, 1080 x 2244p (Full HD+),  OLED
PROCESSOR Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, octa-core 2.84 GHz Samsung Exynos 9820 octa-core 2.7 GHz – Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, octa-core 2.84 GHz Huawei Hisilicon Kirin 980, octa-core 2.6 GHz
MEMORY 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot  8 GB RAM, 256 GB 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – Nano Memory card slot
SOFTWARE Android 9 Pie Android 9 Pie, One UI Android 9 Pie, EMUI
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA Triple 48 + 20 + 8 MP, f/1.8
20 MP front camera		 Quadruple 12 + 12 + 16 MP + TOF, f/1.5-2.4, f/2.4 and f/2.2
Dual 10 MP + TOF f/1.9 front camera		 Triple 40 + 20 + 8 MP, f/1.8, f/2.4 and f/2.2
24 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY 4000 mAh, fast charging with Quick Charge 4+, wireless charging 4500 mAh, fast charging with USB-PD, wireless charging 4200 mAh, fast charging 40W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Hybrid Dual SIM slot, 5G, stereo speakers waterproof, stereo speakers, 5G, reverse wireless charging Hybrid Dual SIM slot, 5G, stereo speakers, splash resistant and dust resistant

Design

Despite it does not have the most compact body, the presence of an in-display camera and a full borderless display makes me prefer the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G when it comes to design. The Korean flagship is even fully waterproof thanks to the IP68 certification which allows putting it underwater up to 1.5 meters deep for 30 minutes. If we exclude the Galaxy S10 5G, I personally like the ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G more than Huawei Mate 20 X 5G because it is more compact and it has a cleaner rear side, as well as an in-display fingerprint reader and a waterproof design with the IP68 certification.

 

Display

If we talk about displays, it is very hard to beat Samsung. Indeed, the Galaxy S10 5G has the display with the highest brightness, the most satisfying color reproduction and even the highest resolution (QHD+). It is HDR10+ compliant and it features loud AKG stereo speakers, so it is definitely the best for multimedia. But note that Huawei Mate 20 X 5G has the optional stylus support, and it is the only last-gen smartphone to have it if we exclude the Samsung Galaxy Notes. Huawei Mate 20 X 5G even comes with a huge 7.2-inch panel, so it is definitely the best for productivity.

 

Hardware/Software

Given the presence of a Snapdragon 855 chipset and 12 GB of RAM, ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G is the most performing handset on the paper, especially if we consider its amazing software optimization and its lightweight user interface. Both Samsung Galaxy S10 5G and Huawei Mate 20 X 5G comes with just 8 GB of RAM, but the former has more internal storage than Axon 10 Pro 5G: up to 512 GB. Also note that ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G can read micro SD cards up to 1 TB, while Galaxy S10 5G has no card slot and Mate 20 X 5G supports nano memory cards up to 256 GB. Last but not least, note that Huawei Mate 20 X 5G has a better 5G connectivity due to a faster multi-mode 5G modem.

 

Camera

In each case, you get amazing cameras, but the real winner is undoubtedly the Galaxy S10 5G. It is equipped with a quad camera setup with a variable aperture to capture the max quantity of light in every scene, a secondary telephoto sensor with optical zoom, an ultrawide lens, and even a TOF 3D camera. Further, there is the best selfie camera of the trio: a dual setup with a 10 MP main sensor able to record 4K videos and a TOF front camera. The second place goes to Huawei Mate 20 X 5G which still features a flagship-class camera department.

 

Battery

Samsung Galaxy S10 5G has the biggest battery, but this does not mean that it lasts more on a single charge. The Huawei Mate 20 X 5G is able to do better in many scenarios, despite its smaller battery capacity. But note that Galaxy S10 5G supports both fast wireless charging and reverse wireless charging (it can be used as a power bank), while Mate 20 X 5G does not.

 

Price

A €900/$1010 starting price for the ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G and Huawei Mate 20 X 5G, while Samsung Galaxy S10 5G starts from €1160/$1300. Prices are referred to as the global market. Overall, Samsung Galaxy S10 5G wins the comparison for its better display, waterproof design, reverse wireless charging and awesome cameras.

 

 

 

ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S10 5G vs Huawei Mate 20 X 5G: PRO and CONS

Huawei Mate 20 X 5G

PROS

  • Bigger display
  • Stylus support
  • Faster charging
  • Splash resistant

CONS

  • Bigger dimensions

ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G

PROS

  • High performance
  • Micro SD support
  • Wireless charging
  • Smaller
  • Waterproof

CONS

  • Inferior display

 

Samsung Galaxy S10 5G

PROS

  • Outstanding display
  • Great cameras
  • Biggest battery
  • Reverse wireless charging

CONS

  • Costlier

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro to launch in Europe soon, starts at €429

By
Habeeb Onawole
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It has been nearly two months since Xiaomi announced the Mi 9T in Europe but the Mi 9T Pro is yet to get a release date. Both phones are the international variants of the Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro respectively. Details regarding the availability and pricing of the Mi 9T Pro in the old continent have surfaced.

The Mi 9T Pro has been listed online by Belsimpel, the official distributor for Xiaomi products in The Netherlands. The listing reveals the phone will be available in 64GB and 128GB versions and both storage variants will be available in blue, black, red, and white.

Mi 9T Pro Europe

The Mi 9T Pro 6GB RAM + 64GB will sell for €429 while the Mi 9T Pro with 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage has a price tag of €479. The listing says the phone is “expected soon” but you can go ahead to make an order.

At the above prices, the Mi 9T Pro sells for less than the OnePlus 7 which is priced at €559 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB version and €609 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB version. Belsimpel actually has the OnePlus 7 for €533 and €584 respectively.

The Mi 9T Pro has a 6.39-inch Super AMOLED display with no notch nor punch hole but a pop-up selfie camera. The display is covered with Gorilla Glass 5 and there is an in-display fingerprint scanner. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 855 processor. It has a 48MP primary rear camera, an 8MP telephoto camera, and a 13MP ultrawide angle camera. The selfie camera is a 20MP sensor.

The phone has NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, an audio jack, and packs a 4000mAh battery with support for 27W fast charging and Quick Charge 4+. It runs MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie.

We expect more details about availability will surface in the coming weeks.

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Elephone A6 Max promotion on Aliexpress offers big discounts

By
Dimitris Economou
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Elephone A6 Max has hit the market since Monday and promotion is already running on Aliexpess where you can get it at a reduced price. The initial promotion is vaild between August 5th to August 12th. During the promotion, you can grab the big-screen phone at just $139.99 instead of the official retail price of $159.99. What’s more, there is a Giveaway event already running and will end on August 31st. You can participate here and you might be among those that will get the device for free!

Elephone A6 Max

Moving on to the specs, the Elephone A6 Max can easily be considered an entry-level flagship. It sports a big, 6.53″ HD+ with 19.5:9 aspect ratio and a waterdrop notch on the front to host the selfie shooter. The chipset inside is MediaTek’s Helio P22 octa-core SoC accompanied by 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. This configuration should be enough for almost everyone in everyday use. It is powered by the 3950mAh battery that supports fast charging as well as wireless charging and should take you through 2 days of normal use. Also, there is NFC support for contactless payments and more.

Elephone A6 Max

Lastly, as fas as camera configuration is concerned, there is a dual rear camera with 20MP/2MP sensors while the selfie shooter is also 20MP with face unlock support. Other specs include a USB Type-C charging port, a fingerprint reader, Bluetooth 5.0, and Starry Black plus Peacock Blue colors. You can learn more details on the official product page.

The $9.9 UMIDIGI Upods wireless earbuds will be ideal even for Samsung Galaxy Note 10

By
Dimitris Economou
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Since the Apple Airpods were released, truly wireless headphones instantly became the new trend in the market as more and more phones ditch the headphone jack. Even the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 that will be launching today, is said to lose the analog port. The solution is a wireless headset of course and the Chinese manufacturer UMIDIGI has you covered as the Upods that were announced on Monday along with the UMIDIGI X not only offer great performance but a great price too, as the first 10000 units will be available at just $9.9 starting on August 26 exclusively at the UMIDIGI Official Store on Aliexpress.

UMIDIGI Upods

The killer feature for these truly wireless headphones is the 24 hours battery life that is offered through the charging box and that is double of what the Xiaomi Airdots offer. If you accidentally forget to take the charging box with you, the headset still performs well as it can go on for 4 hours on a single charge. Upods sport Bluetooth 5.0 and 7.2mm dynamic driver that deliver a stable connection and decent sound. Each piece weighs just 4g and the pair supports all major AI assistants like Google Assistant, Siri, and Samsung’s Bixby.

The Upods together with UMIDIGI X will start their global open sale on August 26th 7 am GMT exclusively at the UMIDIGI Official Store on Aliexpress. As said before, the first 10000 units will come at just $9.9 and you can add your pair to your cart right now to grab the deal when the time comes.

UMIDIGI Upods

If you missed the launch of the company’s new phone UMIDIGI X, you can take a look at the specs in the photo above and also add it to your cart to catch the open sale deal. Lastly, UMIDIGI is running a big giveaway to recruit 20 trial users for UMIDIGI X and Upods. The winners will get both for free. You can check out all the details about the two new devices and join the giveaway on their official website.

Leak: Motorola One Zoom boasts quad rear cameras with 5x zoom

By
Habeeb Onawole
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Back in April, renders based on CAD images revealed Motorola was developing a phone with four rear cameras. In June, press renders surfaced along with the info that the device will launch as the Motorola One Pro. Today, new details have surfaced and the source says the phone is actually the Motorola One Zoom and not the Motorola One Pro.

According to Winfuture.de, the Motorola One Zoom has a 6.2-inch display. The screen has a notch for the front-facing camera but skips the 21:9 aspect ratio of the Motorola One Vision. It is an AMOLED display and there is a fingerprint scanner behind the panel.

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The Zoom sports a 48MP camera which uses what is called Quad-Pixel technology. This is most likely the same sensor as that of the Motorola One Vision. This sensor has optical image stabilization (OIS) but it isn’t the only one with image stabilization as a second sensor also has the feature. However, there is no confirmation if it is the telephoto camera or the ultrawide angle camera that is equipped with OIS.

The ultrawide angle camera comes in handy for super wide-angle photography while the telephoto zoom lens provides up to 5x zoom (hybrid). The fourth camera is a depth sensor.

Motorola One Zoom

The Motorola One Zoom has a textured power button on the right side of the frame. The volume rocker sits above the power button and there are antenna lines at the top and bottom. It is reported that it also has a 3.5mm audio jack and USB Type-C port. Winfuture.de says one weird feature of the Motorola One Zoom is that while there is a slit for the speaker at the top there is no speaker grille at the bottom.

The height and thickness of the phone are said to hint at a large battery but the capacity is unknown. The Motorola One Zoom will run Android Pie out of the box when it launches after IFA 2019 and will have a €429 price tag. The RAM and storage configuration as well as the processor powering the phone remains unknown.

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Entry-level LG K20 launched in Europe packing a Snapdragon 425 SoC, Android Go, priced at €100 ($110)

By
Jed John Ikoba
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LG has launched a new entry-level smartphone that will likely be selling across Europe. The LG K20 is the 2019 upgrade of the K20 which was first launched in 2017. This model runs Android Pie, Android Go edition.Lg k20

As for the specifications, LG K20 sports a 5.45-inch 18:9 FullVision display with a resolution of 480 x 960 pixels. The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 425 processor paired up with 1GB of RAM while there is 16GB of storage which can be expanded via micro SD slot. For photography, the device packs a 5MP and features a flash for better portraits in low light scenarios. At the back, the K20 features a single 8MP F/2.2 shooter, an LED flash and the single loudspeaker.Lg k20 2019

The left side of the device houses a dedicated Google Assistant button while the top left houses the 3.5mm jack. The phone also features MIL-STD 810G certification for durability. However, the device doesn’t have a physical fingerprint reader. Keeping the lights on is a 3,000mAh and charging is done via a microUSB port.Lg k20

As for the pricing and availability, the K20 is available in Aurora Black and Moroccan Blue and sells for €100 ($110) across Europe and the UK.

 

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Xiaomi’s recently certified phone is the Mi 9 5G, sports better specs

By
Habeeb Onawole
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A new Xiaomi phone was recently granted 3C certification. The phone which has the model number M1908F1XE supports 45W fast charging and also 5G support. Prior to the 3C certification, the phone was certified by TENAA in July. Back then, there were speculations it might be a successor to the Mi MIX 3 but there is evidence it is not but actually a 5G version of the Mi 9.

Mi 9 5G

Yesterday, Xiaomi’s Wang Teng Thomas shared a screenshot on Weibo that showed the phone was on a 5G network. This might have been the Mi MIX 3 5G but seeing as Weibo usually reveals the device used to make a post, we know it isn’t the Mi MIX 3 5G but the Mi 9. This means the Mi 9 has a 5G version and it should be announced soon.

We already know the Mi 9 5G differs from the LTE models with its support for 45W fast charging, the fastest on a Xiaomi phone. However, a new leak reveals there are more significant changes.

According to Xiaomishka.ru, a source informed them that the Mi 9 5G has some new features which are pretty interesting. First, the display is bigger and has a 2K resolution. The primary rear camera is also different and now has OIS. Last but not least, the battery capacity is bigger.

It appears Xiaomi is borrowing more than a leaf from Samsung whose Galaxy S10 5G packs better specs than the LTE version. The Galaxy S10 5G has a bigger display, more cameras, a bigger battery, and supports a faster-charging technology than the Galaxy S10.

There is no news yet on a release date for the Mi 9 5G but it should launch soon seeing as it has been certified by TENAA and the Chinese Communications Commission. There are reports the Mi 9 5G may be the cheapest 5G phone available in China when it launches.

(Sources: 1, 2)

 

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OnePlus TV listed on Bluetooth SIG website revealing the screen sizes and other details

By
Jed John Ikoba
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OnePlus already hinted that it is planning to delve into the smart TV market. The remote control for the OnePlus TV had earlier last month received Bluetooth SIG certification. And now, the OnePlus TV itself has been listed on Bluetooth SIG website showing us some details of the gadget.OnePlus TV

The OnePlus TV is revealed to come with LED display as all the models listed were listed as LED TVs. So, there is likely no possibility of a cheaper LCD display-packing version. A total of 40 models were listed with different model numbers. However, the models all seem to have one thing in common, the sizes. The TV will likely be available in 43-inch, 55-inch,65-inch and 75-inch display sizes. The variations in the model number are basically different versions for the Chinese, Indian, US and China markets, going by the model numbers. For example, the model number 43Q2IN suggests that this is a 43-inch model intended for India. There are also model numbers like 75Q2CN (potentially a 75-inch model for China) and 65Z3US (suggesting a 65-inch model for the U.S.).

In addition, the smart TV models will run Google’s Android operating system since it is listed as a “unique Android TV.”  Thus, the company won’t need to start building is own app and other software for the smart TV as it will leverage the already existing Android TV apps. We expect some form of modification on the operating system, though, especially since Google services are not allowed in China. The upcoming smart TV lineup will also come with Bluetooth 5.0 support.

We don’t know yet when the OnePlus TV will be launched. But when it does launch, OnePlus will join XIaomi as the only Chinese phone manufacturer with a TV brand to its name. Huawei is also expected to join the smart TV market pretty soon.

 

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Xiaomi’s CEO believes innovation has helped it become the number 1 Smart TV maker in China

By
Jed John Ikoba
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Data released by three credible Chinese research firms last month showed that Xiaomi’s TV brand continues to retain its position as the number one brand in terms of shipment in China in H1 2019. The data from Aowei Cloud Network (AVC), Qunzhi Consulting and Zhongyikang respectively, all showed that the Mi TV brand consistently dominated the market from January to June 2019.Xiaomi Mi TV 4a 32-inch

While some analysts attribute the growing sale of Xiaomi TVs in China to its low-cost when compared to the competition, Lei Jun thinks the major reason for the high sales is continuous innovation. In a Weibo post today, the Xiaomi founder made reference to the innovative mural TV which won the “color TV innovation products” award in the “China Intelligent Display and Innovation Application Industry Conference.” The smart TV had previously won several awards such as the 2019 Top Ten TV Awards, High-end Smart Product Award, Disp Grand Prize-AIoT Technology. The product has also succeeded in establishing the Mi TV brand in the high-end market. The mural TV adopts a 6999 Yuan ($1042) price tag, which is the highest for any Xiaomi TV product.

Xiaomi Mural TV 01
Xiaomi’s Mural TV is just like LG’s Wallpaper TV!

It is quite difficult to agree with Lei Jun outrightly o this one. Rather, we think the rise of the Mi TV brand is as a result of a blend of innovativeness and cost-effective pricing. When Xiaomi first ventured into the manufacture of TV, the pricing couple with the quality of the products contributed to the high sales. We don’t see that changing anytime soon, as the company is bringing in innovativeness into the mix.

 

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Vivo S1 launched in India; Specifications, features and price

By
Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Vivo India has unleashed Vivo S1 as the first S-series phone for the country. The smartphone has arrived with a tall aspect ratio display, a triple camera unit, an impressive selfie camera and a large-sized battery. The Vivo S1 has arrived with a starting price of Rs. 17,990.

Vivo V17 Neo

Vivo S1 Specifications and Features

The Vivo S1 measures 159.53 x 75.23 x 8.13mm and it weighs 179 grams. The 6.38-inch Super AMOLED display of the smartphone has a waterdrop notch. It offers an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 and it produces full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. It is equipped with an in-display fingerprint sensor. The Always-on Display feature makes it possible to view notifications and clock on the display without turning on the entire screen.

Vivo V17 Neo Pearl Blue
Vivo S1 Pearl Blue

Powering the Vivo S1 is the Helio P65 SoC by MediaTek. The SoC is coupled with 4 GB and 6 GB of RAM. The smartphone comes with 128 GB of native storage. There is a dedicated microSD card on the device for expanding its storage. The Vivo S1 gets a big battery of 4,500mAh capacity that carries support for 18W dual-engine fast charging.

The Vivo S1 is fitted with a vertical triple camera unit that includes a Sony IMX499 16-megapixel main lens with f/1.78 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens with f/2.2 aperture and 120-degree of field-of-view and a 2-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. The front notch of the Vivo S1 has a 32-megapixel front camera with f/2.0 aperture. The smartphone offers user with photography features like PDAF, HDR, AI face beauty, photo filters, time-lapse and slow-motion video recording.

Vivo V17 Neo Brilliant Black
Vivo S1 Diamond Black

The Vivo S1 is preloaded with FunTouch OS 9 skinned Android 9 Pie OS. For enhanced gaming experience, it offers user with Ultra Game Mode. The handset has a dedicated hardware button for launching Google Assistant. Pressing the same button twice makes it possible to access Jovi AI image recognizer. The Vivo S1 has connectivity features like dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, microUSB 2.0 and 3.5mm audio jack.

Vivo S1 Price and Availability

The Vivo S1 comes in two models such as 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 6GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. They are respectively priced at Rs. 17,990 (~$253), Rs. 18,990 (~$267)  and Rs 19,990 (~$282). It can be availed through Amazon, Flipkart, Vivo’s online store and offline stores.

It can be bought through no cost EMI of up 9 months and buyers can also take advantage of extra Rs. 1,000 discount on exchange. Reliance Jio users can get Rs. 10,000 worth benefits and Rs. 2,500 cashback is available for Paytm users. The handset will go on sale from Aug. 14. Diamond Black and Skyline Blue are the two color gradient editions of the Vivo S1.

The Vivo S1 is available in different monikers in some other markets. In China, it is selling as Vivo Y7s and it has recently debuted as Vivo V17 Neo in Russia. Vivo is also selling Vivo S1 phone in China. However, it carries different specs and notch-less design.

Ulefone released the 1st hands-on video of Armor X3 new rugged phone (video)

By
Dimitris Economou
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Ulefone’s Armor Series is one of the most recognizable in the rugged phones category and the latest addition to the lineup is the super-budget Ulefone Armor X3. Today, the Chinese manufacturer released the first hands-on video so we can check out how it performs. The MT6580 quad-core SoC is enough for casual use and you can even play some popular games without any problems.

Design-wise, the Armor X3 remains loyal to the classic style of the Armor 6, the one that sports convex design on four corners and a slanted design on the back cover that prevent accidental drops from damaging the phone. Also, thanks to the IP68/IP69K/MIL-STD-810G certifications, the device is so durable it can handle sudden drops, water washing, and other harsh conditions.

Ulefone Armor X3

The X3 comes equipped with a 5.5″ all-screen display with 18:9 aspect ratio for more vertical space and wider vision. On the camera side, there is a dual rear camera with 8MP/2MP sensors and it is exciting that it supports underwater photography. The selfie shooter comes with a 5MP sensor and can also be used for Face unlock. The Armor X3 comes with Android 9 Pie and that adds to the snappiness of the device. In the video, you can see the user checking Twitter, chatting on Messenger, listening to music, watching YouTube, and playing Temple Run 2. As it t turned out, everything ran smoothly without stutters.

Ulefone Armor X3

What’s more, the Armor X3 also supports two other creative functions: Gloves Pattern and Easy Key. The “gloves pattern” enables you to normally use the touch screen of the phone while wearing gloves while the Easy Key allows you to set specific functions or app launching to the quick access button.

Starting today, you can preorder the Ulefone Armor X3 on the Ulefone FlashDeal Store on Aliexpress with a special price tag of $79.99. That price includes a free tempered glass too! The deal will be ongoing until August 13th. For more information about other Ulefone devices, visit the official website.

Guide to install custom Watchfaces on Xiaomi Mi Band 4

By
Simranpal Singh
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Xiaomi Mi Band 4 is the popular fitness tracker available in the market at a competitive price. It is the best smart band in terms of design and features. The new wearable carries various advancements over its predecessors, including the ability to install the custom watch face on its colored AMOLED display. The users can easily customize the look of the watch by installing the custom watch faces from the store.

Xiaomi Mi Band 4 Specifications

However, the affordable Xiaomi Mi Band 4 carries a 0.95-inch color display with the resolution of 120 x 240 pixels and brightness support for up to 450 nits. It is 5ATM water-resistant up to 50m. To make the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 feature-rich, the company added support for step counter, distance, calorie burned activity tracking. It can easily distinguish between six different workout modes like Treadmill, Exercise, Outdoor running, cycling, walking, swimming.

Xiaomi also features various health monitoring sensors such as heart rate monitor, sleep monitor, and Idle alerts. The device supports efficient and improved Bluetooth 5.0 in connectivity. However, users will get NFC support in the special NFC edition. There are some other features like an Alarm clock, Timer, Find Phone, Event reminder, DND mode, and Music controls. It comes packed with a 135 mAh of battery with the ability to get fully recharged in 2 hours. The Mi Band 4 can last up to 20 days with a single charge. Mi Band 4 will work on devices running Android 4.4, iOS 9 or above.

It is an amazing fitness value for a money fitness band with elliptical design and 2.5D display. It easily fits on the hands with a comfy rubber strap. The MI Band 4 is acting as a driver for most of the health enthusiasts.

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There are hundreds of custom watch faces available for Xiaomi Band 4 at Amazfit store. We have created a list of the some best custom watchfaces for Mi band 4 that you must try. To install these custom watch faces, follow the steps below carefully.

Prerequisites:

  • MiFit App
  • File Manager – Most of the devices always have some default file manager.

Steps to apply custom Watchface on Xiaomi Mi Band 4

If you selected your favorite watch face for Xiaomi Mi band, then get ready to install it on your fitness band.

  1. Download the watchface/dial you want to replace on the Xiaomi Mi Band 4.
  2. Then, open the MiFit app and install any available dial.
  3. Now, Open the watch_skin_local folder in the file manager by navigating through  Android > Data > com.xiaomi.hm.health > files > watch_skin_local.
  4. Copy the name and then delete the .bin file from the watch_skin_local folder. (Note: The file name would be something like 4lIYUjzg3Vwqt8tJU9sYLeOSqUSAreJNzUxJhxgM.bin.)
  5. Paste the new .bin file into the watch_skin_local folder and rename it to the old file name.
  6. Now open the Mi Fit app again, and goto Band Displays and sync the new watchface.
  7. You’ve successfully installed new watch face in the Mi Band 4.

It is quite easy to follow procedure, but still, if you got any problems, don’t hesitate to ask us in the comments below. The users can also build their own custom watchface if you have little code editing capabilities.

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OPPO F11, F11 Pro prices slashed by Rs. 2,000 offline

By
Anvinraj Valiyathara
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According to the latest scoop from 91mobiles, the OPPO F11 and the F11 Pro have just got a permanent price drop in India. Retail sources have revealed that both smartphones will receive a price drop of up to Rs. 2,000 (~$23). The updated pricing will be applicable exclusively at the offline stores at the moment. The F11 duo will continue to sell at their regular prices on Flipkart and Amazon.

The revised pricing of the OPPO F11 with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of on-board storage is Rs. 16,990 (~$241). The 6GB + 128GB variant can be yours for Rs. 17,990 (~$255). The smartphones cost Rs. 17,990 (~$255) and Rs. 19,990 (~$283) respectively at an online retail store. The OPPO F11 Pro is available offline at Rs. 21,990 (~$311). It costs Rs. 23,990 (~$340) at an online retailer.

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OPPO F11 and F11 Pro Specifications and Features

The OPPO F11 features a 6.5-inch Full-HD+ display with a waterdrop notch housing the front camera. It is powered by a MediaTek Helio P70 SoC along with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The smartphone runs on Android 9.0 Pie-based ColorOS 6.0. It draws power from a massive 4,020 mAh battery with VOOC 3.0 Fast Charge support. The device features a 48-megapixel primary camera with a 5-megapixel depth sensor and an LED flash. It uses a 16-megapixel secondary camera. Camera enhancement features include Dazzle Color Mode, AI Ultra-clear Engine, Ultra Night Mode, and AI Scene Recognition.

The OPPO F11 Pro also features a 6.5-inch Full-HD+ display, but it comes with a notch-less design. The device sports a screen-to-body ratio of 90.9-percent, and is protected by Gorilla Glass 5. The smartphone is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio P70 chipset, with an integrated ARM Mali-G72 MP3 GPU. The device runs on ColorOS 6.0, and draws power from a 4,000 mAh battery with VOOC 3.0 fast charge support. The camera setup on the F11 Pro is the same 48-megapixel primary lens with a 5-megapixel depth sensor found on the F11 handset. For capturing selfies, it has a pop-up selfie snapper of 16-megapixel. 

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Pergear A6 Plus DSLR monitor Review: one of the best 5.5-inch budget on-camera monitors

By
Paco Zheng
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As many DSLR and mirrorless cameras are turned into video recorder with powerful video capacity, the topic of camera monitors gets much attention. A functional camera monitor can effectively boost the experience of the recording process, and post-production as well. Especially, an experienced filmmaker can take the advantages of a camera monitor to ensure better frame control. In this review, we are going to introduce a convenient camera monitor which the Gizmochina video team used frequently, the Pergear A6 Plus.

Display & Design

The Pergear A6 Plus is one of those on-camera monitors that is easily operated for beginners and even most people. It has a 5.5-inch 1920×1080 Full HD IPS LCD panel with 10000:1 contrast and 8-bit colors, which allows users to have a more vibrant and more accurate rendition of what the camera sensor sees. The A6 Plus features a touchscreen for menu operation and ‘pinch to zoom’, which is convenient to check your frames with correct detail. Otherwise, for better user experience, the A6 Plus provides a menu handwheel, which also can bring a shortcut to access any options of the menu without touching the screen.

Appearance 

The Pergear 6 Plus is one of the lightest over 5-inch on-camera monitors that we have ever used. 230 weight, 21mm thickness and 5.5-inch size will allow you to take it as even a Vlog accessory anywhere.

As we have used it as our main monitor for weeks, the screen presents a good strength and durability. As Pergear describe, it applies OCR full-fit technology to reach a high strength and uses a scratch-resistant, impact-resistant glass. In practical scenarios, it does have above-average durability without obvious marks. One problem is that it does collect fingerprint, but it will not be a problem if filming it with a screen protector.

Power supply & Battery

The 6 Plus leaves a flexible dual-purpose battery plate, which is compatible with Sony F970 and Canon LP-E6 of lithium battery. It guarantees long-session working durability under outdoor conditions. If you are filming indoors, it also supports a DC 12V port for power input without battery.

Ports

Another surprise of hardware is that in such a small body, it has various ports to achieve multiple functions. The ports information is as below:

3.5mm audio output Monitor audio recording quality
1×HDMI Input; 1×HDMI Output Support up to 4K signal input and pass the signal to a second monitor simultaneously (usually used in teamwork).
DC 12V power input Monitor works with wired power
DC 8V power output Interface for power your camera with a separately available DC coupler via adaptor.
SD card slot For 3D LUT upload and firmware upgrade

 

3D LUT support

The A6 Plus supports built-in LUTs such as Vlog, Slog2, Slog3, Logc, which covers most mainstream DSLR and mirrorless LUT setting. In addition, you can also upload the 3D LUT file through SD card to preview your movie with post-production effects. If you still want to have a second color adjustment when shooting, you can also have brightness, contrast, sharpness, hue, saturation, and color temp adjustment in the menu. For color adjustment, it has reached almost all the functions that a professional monitor has and brings you more possibilities to have better images before you go to the post-editing.

Software features

Besides the rich features of hardware, the Pergear 6 Plus provides various built-in features to reduce errors to the most extent.

Focus assist Red, green, blue, white, yellow five peaking colors optional
Zebra Convenient to guide light using when shooting and post-production
False Color Convenient to guide light using when shooting and post-production
Anamorphic Mode Recreate the original aspect ratio on the viewing screen
Monochrome Gray, red, green, blue
Image Flip Horizontal & Vertical Get correct view direction with the body auto flip
Histogram A quantitative tool to inspect the image brightness, to guide the post-production
Safety marker; Center marker; Marker Mat Ratio: 70%, 80%, 90%, 16:9, 16:10, 5:4, 4:3, 1.85:1, 2.35:1
Pixel to pixel Each pixel received is mapped to a single native pixel on the monitor

 

Included important accessories

Tilt Arm 180° of tilt for convenient monitoring at nearly any angle.

With a cold shoe
Sunshade & Sunshade frame Sunlight readable
Storage Box

 

The 6 Plus has 3 1/4”-20 thread points for connection to the hot shoe mount. With the included Tilt Arm, it can reach almost any angle for monitoring. It’s flexible when shooting some special scenes.

Language

The A6 Plus supports 8 languages including Chinese, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese and Korean, which covers a global user variety.

Conclusion

Though compared with those professional on-camera monitors, it does not support 8-bit colors and internal record with SSD, it already prepares the most important functions for general users under various use scenarios. And if you only have a limited budget, considering the 4K signal support, the price of 229 USD probably is one of the best choices. During these weeks shooting video with it, we probably will continuously take it as our first monitor under most conditions, especially for outdoor filming. And we also recommend it as your first on-camera monitor if you are a new player who wants to produce wonderful movies.

The Pergear A6 Plus monitor is available for $229 on Amazon, get it via this link.

ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G gets 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage model in China for 5,799 Yuan ($823)

By
Jeet
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Earlier this week, ZTE’s Axon 10 Pro 5G officially launched in the Chinese market and was made available for purchase through online platforms like ZTE Mall, JD, Suning, Tmall, etc. The phone was launched with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage, for a price of 4,999 Yuan that roughly converts to $720.

Now, the company has silently launched a new variant of the ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G smartphone that packs 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. It is now available for purchase in China for a price of 5,799 Yuan, roughly $823.

ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G 12GB RAM model

The ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G, which is IP68 certified to ensure that it’s dust-proof and waterproof, comes equipped with a 6.47-inch AMOLED display having a waterdrop notch, Full HD+ screen resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels, 92% screen-to-body ratio, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, and an in-screen fingerprint reader.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 mobile platform and for 5G connectivity, the SD855 chip is paired with the Snapdragon X50 5G modem. It comes with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage.

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ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G
ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G features a Qualcomm X50 modem

On the back, the phone has a triple camera setup that includes an OIS enabled 48-megapixel main sensor, an ultra-wide 20-megapixel lens, and an OIS assisted 8-megapixel telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom capabilities. The front notch houses a 20-megapixel selfie camera.

In the software department, the smartphone comes running MiFavor 9.1 user interface based Android 9.0 Pie operating system out-of-the-box. The device is powered by a 4,000mAh battery that comes with wireless charging support as well as support for Quick Charge 4+ fast charging technology.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 leak reveals details about the phone’s features

By
Jeet
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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ flagship smartphones are all set to launch later today and in these final hours leading up to the event, new details about the phones have surfaced online.

The leaked promotional materials of the upcoming smartphones show the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 lying on top of the Galaxy Note 10+ alongside the S Pen, highlighting the size difference between the two phones.

The images of the leaked slides highlighting the phone’s features reveals that the Galaxy Note 10 will be a computer, a gaming console, and a film studio, all bundled into a single package that will be accompanied by the S Pen. It also shows fast charging support, intelligent battery optimisation algorithms, and an upgraded S Pen with support for aerial gestures.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10 Plus

Earlier leak related to the S Pen had claims that it will allow users to navigate through the phone’s UI without having to touch the screen. The newly leaked promotional slides suggest that it will also enable users to click photos and will also allow them to use it for clipping, editing, and handwriting-to-text conversion.

Moreover, the audio zoom feature has been detailed by the leaked images. It will have three separate mics for capturing crystal clear sound while recording videos. When users zoom on an area in the viewfinder, the phone will automatically magnify the audio signals coming from that direction.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Features Leak

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Features Leak

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Earlier today, we reported about the storage variants as well as color options for the Galaxy Note series smartphones in India. The base model will feature 256GB of internal storage and will come in Aura Black, Aura Red, and Aura Glow colors. The 512GB variant will come only in one color — Aura White.

On the other hand, the Galaxy Note 10+ will come with a base model featuring 512GB of storage and two color choices — Aura Black and Aura Glow. The 1TB storage variant will be available in three colors — Aura Black, Aura Glow and Aura White.

However, there’s no information available about the pricing of the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ smartphones for Indian market. Rumors have it that the Galaxy Note 10 series will be available for purchase in India from 23rd August.

(Sources – 1, 2)

Up Next: Xiaomi details its upcoming 64 MP camera Redmi smartphone, teases 100 MP cameras soon

Xiaomi details upcoming 64MP Redmi phone, teases 100MP cameras soon

By
Airyl Jaszly
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This afternoon, Xiaomi held the Xiaomi Future Image Technology Communication Meeting in Beijing. Xiaomi co-founder and president Lin Bin made an appearance detailing the company’s upcoming 64MP Redmi smartphone, as well as the company’s advancements in camera technology and their future in terms of camera suppliers and performance.

Xiaomi 64MP camera

According to Lin Bin, Xiaomi first set up an independent camera team two years ago. In May 2018, an official camera department was set up that would involve all aspects of hardware and software development for their camera technology. On top of this, the company’s AI algorithm team is comprised of more than 1,000 people, with over 684 global patents in AI, ranking them 11th in the world.

Xiaomi 64MP camera

He then goes on to reaffirm that the company’s upcoming device will utilize Samsung‘s 64MP GW1 sensor. Li Jishuo, the global vice president of Samsung Electronics’ LSI Division, came on stage and introduced some of the main highlights of the Samsung GW1 sensor. First, the GW1 uses a 1/1.7-inch ultra-large bottom sensor, which is 34% larger than their previous sensor and supports four-in-one pixel-binning technology.

Xiaomi 64MP camera

 

In addition, the Samsung GW1 sensor also supports pixel-isolated ISOCELL PLUS technology, which guarantees high color reproduction while improving sensitivity by 15%. At the same time, the intelligent ISO technology can ensure that the highlights of the photos are not overexposed while simultaneously reducing noise in darker parts of the image.

Xiaomi 64MP camera
Samsung GW1 sample
Xiaomi 64MP camera sample
Camera sample zoom in

Finally, the Samsung GW1 supports hybrid 3D HDR, intelligent pixel-level hierarchical exposure and hardware-level real-time HDR, ensuring a wider dynamic range for photos and better handling of all sorts of lighting situations. Samsung is extremely proud of this sensor, and hopes to see it featured in the upcoming 64MP Redmi device soon.

 

One other interesting detail was added by Lin Bin near the end of the presentation. According to the Xiaomi president, the company has plans to use a Samsung sourced 100MP sensor in the near future. Though no concrete date was given, Lin Bin seemed confident that it would be arriving sooner rather than later. Whether we need 100MPs is a whole other story, but it’s still good to see that Xiaomi are taking their cameras seriously.

UP NEXT: Xiaomi confirms it’s using the Samsung GW1 64MP sensor

(Source)

Buy Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner for Just $237 from Gearbest [Coupon]

By
Vinay Patel
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While Xiaomi is usually associated with top-end mobile devices, the Chinese electronics giant offers a wide range of other equally amazing products including robot vacuum cleaners.

Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner

It is harder for us than ever before to keep our homes and offices clean and tidy all the time, thanks to our fast-paced lifestyle. Leading manufacturers including Xiaomi offer some of the best robot vacuum cleaners available in the market today.

On the downside, these newfangled vacuum cleaners aren’t easy on the pocketbook. If you are in the market for an inexpensive robot vacuum cleaner that doesn’t disappoint in terms of performance, we got good news for you.

Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Xiaomi has now teamed-up with Gearbest to offer the international version of the Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner for a lowered price. You’d normally end up shelling out $394.23 on this Xiaomi-branded vacuum cleaner, but it has now gone up for sale carrying a dropped price tag of just $269.99 on Gearbest.

Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Moreover, you can extend this 32 percent discount by applying coupon code GBXMRB02 during the checkout process. The coupon helps you save $32.99 more by reducing the original asking price of the Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner to just $237.

Equipped with a three-dimensional Vacuum Cleaning System, the Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner is quite a steal at this price. It uses LDS (Laser Distance Sensor) technology to scan its surroundings 360 degrees at 1800 times per second to map out the interior of your home.Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum CleanerFurthermore, it determines the best route for cleaning using the SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) algorithm. You can remotely control the robot, change its cleaning modes, set schedules, and switch it on or off using the Mi Home app.

It draws the juices from a robust 5200mAh Li-ion battery that delivers an impressive 2.5 hours of cleaning for a 250sq area in full charge. You can visit this link to check out more details about the Xiaomi Mi Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner and place your order before the promo ends.

With 2561 units already sold at the time of writing, the promo is slated to end in five days. The coupon code will also expire shortly.

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Xiaomi to launch a 34-inch QHD+ curved eSports display in November

By
Jeet
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Xiaomi is reportedly gearing up to launch a new monitor for e-Sports in the Chinese market. As per the reports, the company will launch a new eSports curved display monitor with a 34-inch screen having QHD+ resolution and 21:9 aspect ratio.

xiaomi logo

The report also adds that the display with come with 144Hz refresh rate and will be assisted by Century Innovative (Inno & Cn) for assembly. This new monitor aimed at gamers and is expected to get launched in November this year.

It is said that the Xiaomi eSports display can also be used as an extension of the Xiaomi gaming platform (Millet Tour Center). It quite evident that Xiaomi is strategically attempting to attract more and more gamers towards its products.

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Xiaomi has already entered the gaming market and has launched several products aimed at those users. It recently launched the Mi Gaming Laptop 2019 powered by the latest 9th-generation Intel processors and up to 16GB RAM, for a starting price of 7,499 yuan, which roughly converts to $1,080.

It also has a lot of other products in the gaming lineup, including Gaming Keyboard, Mouse, Chairs, Headsets, etc. Redmi recently launched a gamepad for the Redmi K20 Pro smartphone. The company is also making gaming smartphones under Black Shark brand which has so far launched four smartphones, the latest being the Black Shark 2 Pro.

(Via)

Up Next: Xiaomi confirms that it’s using the Samsung GW1 64MP sensor for the upcoming Redmi 64 MP camera phone

Buy Official Gamepad for Redmi K20 Pro for $35.99 from Giztop

By
Vinay Patel
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Xiaomi launched the long-awaited K20 series smartphones – the Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro earlier this year. As expected, both handsets became instant hits among Xiaomi’s huge fanbase.

Official Gamepad for Redmi K20 Pro
Official Gamepad for Redmi K20 Pro

Aside from staying in touch with family and friends, newfangled smartphones offer an array of other features such as photography and gaming. Both, the Redmi K20, and Redmi K20 Pro offer superior gaming experience, thanks to their top-end specifications.

Much to the delight of mobile gamers, Xiaomi has come up with a gamepad that’s exclusively designed for the Redmi K20, and the Redmi K20 Pro mobile phones. This Official Gamepad for Redmi K20 Pro is housed in a compact body and enhances the overall mobile + aiming + shooting experience.Official Gamepad for Redmi K20 Pro

Official Gamepad for Redmi K20 ProThe easy to control gamepad comes with a slide rail stand that securely connects it with your Redmi K20 Pro smartphone. Moreover, you set the function of LB/LTand the direction buttons based on your preference. You can use the same LB/LT buttons to capture images and for reading as well.

The Official Gamepad for Redmi K20 Pro is currently available for just $35.99 on Giztop. You can visit this link to check out more details about this feature-laden gamepad and place your order.

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