Alcatel launches three budgets smartphones at MWC — Alcatel 3, 3L, and 1S

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Feb 25, 2019

Irrespective of going through a bad phase in the mobile device market, the Taiwanese manufacturer is actively working on 5G devices. Recently at MWC 2019, HTC has launched a new 5G Hub tablet device which will act as a 5G modem. The new 5G technology is in its initial stages of deployment, and even compatible devices have just started appearing in the market. The HTC 5G hub is the latest to join the 5G compatible devices list.

HTC 5G Hub Specs

The HTC 5G Hub is a tablet device which carries a 5-inch display and runs on Android. It can act as a router to give blazing fast 5G speeds to connected devices. The device itself is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset coupled with X50 modem. Its modem is capable of offering download speeds of 2.3 Gbps. The Hub runs on Android 9 Pie and UI is specially designed to act as a hub. As of now, it’s unclear that it has Play Store access or not. It comes with 4GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage. There’s an ethernet port also to connect any device via it.

Further, it will allow devices to download movies, watch 4K videos and play online games concurrently. To keep running for longer times, the HTC 5G Hub carries a 7660 battery. It can efficiently work continuously for a day if you’re using it at optimum levels with two-three devices connected. Although, it’s unclear on how much battery backup time it can give, as there’s no real-world 5G network available to test it.

Moreover, the device can act as a charger for your phone too. There are multiple claims regarding the device from the company side. First, it will provide 5G connectivity across 4G compatible devices. Secondly, the company claims that it is “at the forefront of cloud-based virtual reality (VR) technology, because “users will be able to stream VR content from the cloud to a VIVE Focus headset via the HTC 5G Hub.”

Read More: LG V50 ThinQ 5G phone with Snapdragon 855 and five cameras is official

Currently, it will be available exclusively from Sprint stores in the United States. Further, HTC has plans to sell it in European nations such as Germany, Switzerland, Finland and others. The telecom providers such as Telstra Three UK, Deutsche Telekom, Sunrise and Elise would be partnering with HTC to launch it in respective markets.

It will be made available by Q2 2019.

Sony Xperia 10 and Xperia 10 Plus bring CinemaWide displays and dual cameras to MWC 2019

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Habeeb Onawole

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Feb 25, 2019

Sony has announced two new mid-range smartphones at MWC 2019. They are the Xperia 10 and Xperia 10 Plus and they come with Sony’s new 21:9 aspect ratio display called CinemaWide.

Design

Both phones share the same design although the Xperia 10 Plus is bigger. Sony has shaved off the bezels on all the sides save for the forehead.

The side-mounted fingerprint scanner which a number of manufacturers have now adopted is available on both phones. Dual cameras sit on the rear in a black housing and in the middle of the device.

Xperia 10 Specs

The Xperia 10 has a 6.0-inch FHD+ display. It is powered by the Snapdragon 630 paired with 3GB of RAM. There is 64GB of onboard storage and you can add up to an additional 512GB via a MicroSD card slot.

The selfie camera is an 8MP f/2.0 sensor with support for screen flash. The rear cameras include a 13MP wide-angle sensor and a 5MP f/2.4 sensor. The phone can record in 4K, supports 5X digital zoom, 120fps slow-motion recording, portrait mode, and 21:9 video recording.

There is a 2,870mAh battery under the hood with support for fast charging. It also has NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, and Hi-Res audio. It runs Android 9 pie out of the box.

Xperia 10 Plus Specs

The Xperia 10 Plus has a larger 6.5-inch FHD+ screen with Gorilla Glass 5. It swaps the Snapdragon 630 for the Snapdragon 636 which is paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage.

Its rear cameras include a 12MP f/1.75 wide-angle sensor and an 8MP f/2.4 sensor. It has the same camera features of the Xperia 10 and adds 2x optical zoom. The front-facing camera is the same 8MP sensor.

Its battery is a bit bigger at 3,000mAh with support for USB Power Delivery. Connectivity features are the same. It will be available in single SIM and dual SIM variants and also runs Android 9 Pie out of the box.

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Qualcomm Quick Charge to embrace wireless chargers now

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Feb 25, 2019

Qualcomm has introduced Quick Charge on almost every supported mobile devices. They are providing high speed charging solutions for smartphones from the past few years. Qualcomm Quick Charge has been evolved a lot in the past some years. The latest iteration aka Quick Charge 4 can charge 50% device in just 15 minutes. Now, Qualcomm is set to embrace the wireless chargers with Quick Charge technology.

At an event here at MWC 2019, Qualcomm made some announcements related to 5G, AR, VR, IoT, and Mobile. Among them, Qualcomm mentioned about the wireless Quick Charge technology, which will allow compliant wireless chargers and devices to get benefits of Quick Charge wireless technology. The new technology will eventually debut the era of fast and seamless wireless chargers. Even, the manufacturers are inevitably going to benefit from it as most of the smartphones come with Qualcomm Quick Charge support.

Already, Quick Charge 4 supports 18W charge and Qualcomm 4+ 27 W. Now, the upcoming version is promising 32W rapid fast charging support. It will benefit almost every manufacturer who is looking for ways to improve wireless charging across their devices. Qualcomm’s announcement of upcoming fast wireless charging would have provided a sign of relief to manufacturers.

Already devices like, Google Pixel 3, Huawei Mate 20, Razer Phone 2 supports fast wireless charging of 10W-15W. Even though, Xiaomi’s new Mi 9 has just launched with the support for 20W non-Qi wireless charging.

Speaking at the event, Qualcomm said that that they want the manufacturers to support Quick Charge following Qi compatibility. The chipset maker is expanding compliance program to ensure that Quick Charge supported products meet Qualcomm’s standards along with Qi Wireless charging also.

Read More: Xiaomi phones dominate list of phones with Quick Charge 4+ support

As of now, Qualcomm didn’t provide detail about the charging speeds or any technical numbers to guess the level of wireless Quick charge technology. Although, featuring both the Qualcomm Quick Charge and Qi wireless charging standards, Xaomi has announced wireless charging pad couple of days ago. These pads will be sold with the Xiaomi Mi 9.

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Sony starts Fresh with its Xperia 1 Flagship with 21:9 Cinematic 4K OLED Display & Triple Cameras

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Joel Joseph

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Feb 25, 2019

Sony was once known for its innovative Xperia flagships. However, over the past few years, the company’s charm has waned, all thanks to its safe design and standard specifications. But this year, at MWC, the company is looking forward to getting back our attention, with the brand new Xperia 1. Yes, as the name suggests, this is a brand new flagship series from the company, backed by a really tall design. Ideally, it should be the successor of the Xperia XZ3, but considering the name, it looks like the company wants to start afresh.

So what’s so fresh about the Xperia 1?

First, it is the world’s first 4K OLED HDR smartphone. Sony isn’t new to 4K displays. Their XZ Premium series have had 4K displays, but they were all LCD. This one’s a 4K OLED HDR display. Plus, the display isn’t the usual 16:9 or 18:9 or even 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The company has decided to take things to the next level by using an extremely tall 21:9 cinematic aspect ratio. This would make the Xperia 1 quite unique in its design. It would be significantly taller and thinner than existing smartphones in the market. The display supports 10-bit colors and professional ITU-R BT.2020 color space.

RELATED: Xiaomi Mi 9 Transparent Edition in Pictures! Check them out!

Despite its taller than usual stance, there are some practical advantages of such a design. First of all, you can see more content on the screen while reading or browsing. This would amount to less scrolling. Further, you can multitask with ease and even pin apps on top as you’ll still have plenty of real estate down at the bottom. And of course, given the 21:9 aspect ratio, movies will be a treat to watch, provided you get them in the same format.

But such a tall screen will also have a few disadvantages. For example, if you have small hands, it would be extremely hard to navigate with just one hand. Sony does have a one hand mode for your rescue but considering its size, you might end up using this feature all the time. Another thing, it would be really hard to fit your phone in your pocket. A 6.5-inch display isn’t huge by today’s standards, but Xperia 1 is not just tall because of its 21:9 aspect ratio. It has a significant bezel (notch haters may rejoice) on the top that adds to its size. So, it’s not going to be your everyday smartphone that fits snugly in your jeans pocket.

Coming to the specs, you get the new Snapdragon 855 processor with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. You have a side mounted fingerprint (so no in-display sensor like recent flagships), 3300mAh battery and a water-resistant body. Yes, the battery isn’t very large, especially considering the 4K OLED screen on board. So, battery life is one area where the phone might take a hit, but let’s wait for some real world tests.

The camera setup is set to match today’s flagship standard – three 12MP lenses featuring one 26mm wide angle setup (OIS), one 52mm telephoto setup (OIS), along with one 16mm superwide lens. Low light photography should be stellar, thanks to its 1.4μm dual photodiode image sensor, f/1.6 aperture, and RAW noise reduction. The Xperia 1 is also the first smartphone to feature Eye Autofocus, a feature borrowed from the company’s Alpha mirrorless camera series. It also supports 10fps continuous burst shooting.

RELATED: LG V50 with Penta Camera Setup and SD855 Official!

While 21:9 content might not be easily available right now, Sony says that it’s working with makers of games like Fortnite and Asphalt Racing to support its tall display size. However, standard video content from other platforms like YouTube would still have black bars on the sides.

Sony has given a late Spring release for the Xperia 1 flagship in Black, Purple, Gray, and White colors. No word on its pricing yet but considering Sony’s history and policy, don’t expect it to come cheap.

Alongside the Xperia 1, two other models were also announced at MWC 2019 with 21:9 display — the Xperia 10 and Xperia 10 Plus, both featuring LCD displays.

Vivo iQOO smartphone lands on TENAA as Vivo V1824A/BA, bares all specs

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Habeeb Onawole

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Feb 25, 2019

Vivo has a new sub-brand called iQOO and it will launch its first phone on March 1. Ahead of the release, the device has appeared on TENAA’s database after getting certified.

The phone appears on TENAA as the Vivo V1824A and V1824BA. It has a 6.41-inch AMOLED display with a 1080 x 2340 resolution. It is powered by a 2.84GHz processor – the Snapdragon 855 Mobile Platform.

The iQOO phone has 6GB/8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. There is also a 12GB RAM version with 256GB of storage. It doesn’t have support for storage expansion. It has a triple rear camera setup – 13MP + 12MP + 2MP. There is a 12MP camera in front for selfies.

Vivo will ship the phone with Android 9 Pie. It will also have an in-display fingerprint scanner for authentication. The iQOO phone has a 3,920mAh battery with support for fast charging. According to previous reports, it will support 44W fast charging.

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Microsoft announces HoloLens 2, more improvements but still really expensive

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Feb 25, 2019

The HoloLens is Microsoft‘s own Mixed Reality (MR) headset and yesterday, it got a successor. The HoloLens 2 brings a number of new features including design changes but it still maintains its target market – industry professionals, and not the average consumers.

The HoloLens 2 comes nearly three years after its predecessor. It has a wider field of view – more than double according to Microsoft, but you still get 47 pixels per degree of sight. It has a ToF depth sensor that tracks your hands’ motions. It does this with the help of algorithms. Microsoft says the change from the HoloLens to the HoloLens 2 is like switching from a 720p TV to a 2K TV for each eye.

The HoloLens 2 has tiny cameras that scan your retinas for Windows Hello authentication. They also adjust the image based on the interpupillary distance between your eyes. The device is powered by a Snapdragon 850 Compute Platform for better battery life.

The headset is also more comfortable now. The main components have been moved to the back for better balance and there is a dial for adjusting the tightness. It also works better with glasses and the visor can be lifted up, so you don’t have to take it off just to quickly talk to someone or take a short break.

Microsoft is selling the HoloLens for $3500 and its target market is professionals that don’t sit at a desk to use a PC such as construction engineers and doctors. Companies will be able to customize the HoloLens 2 before purchase. Microsoft showed off a version for Trimble, a company that is involved in several areas including construction. This version of the HoloLens 2 was built into a safety helmet for use outdoors.

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Redmi Note 7 Pro teased with Honor V20; Key specs confirmed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 25, 2019

The Redmi Note 7 Pro with upgraded specs will be made official this week. On Friday, Redmi President Lu Weibing had shared an image of the upcoming Redmi Note 7 Pro smartphone alongside the Honor V20. The image reveals that the mid-range Note 7 Pro will be sporting a premium design like the Honor V20 flagship smartphone. Weibing has also shared some of the key specs of the Note 7 Pro.

Earlier today, Weibing confirmed that the Redmi Note 7 Pro will include lot of upgrades compared to the Redmi Note 7. However, when he had shared the image of the phone on Friday, he had also revealed some of its key specifications.

As it can be seen in the below image, the Redmi Note 7 Pro sports a premium design like the Honor V20 phone. The Note 7 Pro can be seen with sporting a brilliant gradient colored rear that appears violet at the top and blue at the bottom. Apart from the dual camera setup, there is a fingerprint scanner on the backside of the device. Some rumors have claimed that the Note 7 Pro will be featuring an in-screen fingerprint reader. However, the live shot of the phone reveals that it has a rear-mounted fingerprint reader.

Read More:Buy The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 At Unbeatable Prices On China’s Top Online Stores

Weibing also confirmed that the Redmi Note 7 Pro has an LCD panel and it would be drawing power from a 4,000mAh battery. He did not confirm on the name of the processor that drives the smartphone. However, he has confirmed that the Soc of the device will be supported by 6 GB of RAM. The Redmi Note 7 Pro will be equipped with a 48-megapixel Sony IMX586 primary sensor in its dual camera setup.

The rest of the specs of the Redmi Note 7 Pro are still under the wraps. The Snapdragon 675 is speculated to fuel the smartphone. Rumors are rife that the handset could be equipped with 128 GB of internal storage. It is speculated to be priced under 2,000 Yuan (~$298).

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OPPO VP shows off a Foldable Phone, but won’t Mass Produce

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Joel Joseph

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Feb 25, 2019

Foldables are the new craze in town. Samsung showed off its Galaxy Fold a few days back, followed by Huawei’s unique take on the design. But one thing’s clear. Foldables aren’t meant for the masses, not at least in the initial period. We are still a few months away from getting our hands on the recently announced foldables. The announcements were basically a formality as we still haven’t got a good look at the devices from both Samsung and Huawei. But these aren’t the only two manufacturers trying out their luck in this market.

Other Chinese companies are working hard to perfect their foldable versions. We have already seen the one from Xiaomi, but it’s still in the prototype stage. Now, even OPPO confirmed that it has been working on one, but unfortunately, you won’t be able to get your hands on it. The company’s VP, Brian Shen showed off a few real images of the OPPO Foldable smartphone but went on to say that they had no plans to mass produce it.

The OPPO Foldable phone has a similar design as the Mate X. And judging from the consumer response so far, it’s clear that the Mate X’s out folding design is preferred. So, it’s possible that this design would catch on among other manufacturers.

The decision to not mass produce the device isn’t really surprising. The technology is still in the nascent stages. It’s really a huge bet to just mass produce these devices which will have a very niche market considering their exorbitant price tag. This year’s release is more of a proof of concept rather than a device that’s worth mass production. That said, Mate X is one phone that we all are looking forward to. Despite being a first generation product, if the hardware and software work close to what we are expecting, then the company will have a winner this year.

But at present, it looks as if other manufacturers are happy watching how the market unfolds. If things go well for Samsung and Huawei, expect a lot more foldables entering the market next year.

Redmi Note 7 Pro with upgraded specifications to launch this week in China

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Feb 25, 2019

Last week, Lu Weibing confirmed through a post of Chinese microblogging platform Weibo that the Redmi Note 7 Pro will be launched in China this week. However, he refrained from providing any specific launch date for the phone.

Now, in a new Weibo post, Redmi president Lu Weibing said that “it is very clear about everyone’s expectations and waiting for the Redmi Note 7 Pro. According to the product suggestions and feedback, there are lots of upgrades compared to Note 7. I believe it will not disappoint you.”

While not much is known about the Redmi Note 7 Pro at this time, it is expected to be a slightly upgraded version over the Redmi Note 7. The phone will be powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 675 chipset and will boast a 48-megapixel Sony IMX586 camera instead of the Samsung GM1 sensor on the standard variant.

Additionally, the smartphone is also said to come with 18W fast-charging support out-of-the-box. It is expected to feature a 6.43-inch Full HD+ waterdrop notch display and is likely to have 6GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage. It could run Android 9 Pie-based MIUI 10 and will be powered by a 4,000mAh battery. The phone is also expected to have an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Earlier, in a conversation thread on Weibo, while replying to comments of the users, he hinted about the phone’s pricing. When asked about which one to choose from Redmi Note 7 and Mi 9, Lu Weibing replied that if the budget is around 2,000 (approximately $298), then choose Redmi Note 7 and if the budget is over 3,000 yuan (approximately $447), then go for Mi 9.

This suggests that the upcoming mid-range smartphone will be priced under 2,000 Yuan. We are expecting the pricing to start from around 1,500 yuan and go up to 2,000 yuan, depending on different variants based on the memory configuration.

Last month, Redmi launched its first smartphone after splitting from its parent company Xiaomi to work independently — Redmi Note 7. It comes with a 6.3-inch Full HD+ display, Snapdragon 660 chipset, 3GB/4GB/6GB RAM and 32GB/64GB internal storage. It has a 48MP + 5MP camera setup on the back and a 13MP front-facing snapper with AI-based features.

Featuring a back-mounted fingerprint sensor, the phone runs Android 9 Pie-based MIUI 10 out-of-the-box. It is powered by a 4,000mAh battery with support for Quick Charge 4.0 fast charging technology. While it supports 18W charging, the adopter needs to be purchased separately.

In related news, Xiaomi is scheduled to launch the Redmi Note 7 smartphone in India later this week on 28th February, which will be sold exclusively through online marketplace Flipkart. However, the Redmi Note 7 Pro isn’t likely to make its debut in India soon.

Xiaomi Mi 9 disassembled: Let’s see how it looks from Inside!

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Feb 25, 2019

It’s been just a few hours, and even testers have started playing with it. The new flagship from Xiaomi has been disassembled by Van Teng (@Thomas) and has posted images of it on Weibo handle. The new Mi 9 disarmed photos are giving us a sneak peek into its triple camera module, Snapdragon 855 and various other elements. The device carries Gorilla Glass 5 on the back to make it protect against usual falls.

Further, the device hosts a 20W wireless charging coil which is touted to be the World’s fastest. The device’s NFC antenna is also placed near the charging coil and above the 3300 mAh battery. On further loosening it, device packs motherboard packing new Snapdragon 855 chipset, 8GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage. It is mounted in a 7000 series aluminum chassis. In order to dissipate additional heat, the Chinese company has covered the motherboard with metal heat spreaders and thermal paste.

Moreover, to make it thin, Xiaomi has precisely bundled it with the support of metal screws and paste. Furthermore, we can see the fingerprint recognition module on the lower part along with large Z-axis motor on the right side.

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Xiaomi has invested a lot in its rear camera which carries a triple sensor module. It consists of a 48-megapixel primary sensor and 12 MP secondary telephoto lens with 2X optical zoom. There’s a 3rd 3D ToF camera which makes the whole module almost uncomparable with the predecessors. These three cameras module can be seen in the image above.

Moving further, there’s a bottom module which carries USB-C port, loudspeaker grill, and other electronic equipment.

Overall, Xiaomi has arranged the high-end specs in an entirely better manner. It embeds needed arrangements to dissipate heat from its motherboard.

Read More: Xiaomi Mi 9 gets global launch, starts at €449

Additionally, Xiaomi Mi 9 is going on sale in China from February 26th at JD.com and few other retailers. Users can own the beautifully crafted beast carrying 5th generation in-screen fingerprint from tomorrow in China. Already, it has surpassed 1 million reservations at JD.com in China. We suggest you grab your unit at sharp 10:00 am (Beijing Time), otherwise due to huge demand you won’t be able to get.

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Xiaomi Mi 9 crosses 1 million reservations in less than 24 hours

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Feb 25, 2019

It’s been less than 24 hours since the Xiaomi announced Mi 9 device at MWC 2019. Within the small time span, Xiaomi has received over 1 million reservations for Mi 9 in China. The affordability, high-end specs and immense popularity in the home country have led to such a huge number of bookings in minimal time. Moreover, as per Xiaomi co-founder and president of Xiaomi China, Wang Chuan, Mi 9 will be made available on February 26th at 10:00 am (Beijing Time) from different stores.

On JD.com in China, Xiaomi has surpassed reservations of 1 million units within a few hours. It is expected to rise further until tomorrow before the device will be made available on different offline and online retail stores. It is obvious that stocks will deplete within a few minutes after the sale goes live tomorrow on the major retailers.

Users can own the Xiaomi Mi 9 6GB RAM and 128GB Internal storage edition for the price of 2999 Yuan (~$446). If you are looking for 8GB+128GB storage version, then you have to shell out 3299 Yuan which roughly translates to $491. It is made available in three different colors such as Holographic illusion blue, Holographic Illusion Purple, and Deep Space Gray colors.

Additionally, Xiaomi Mi 9 is the first Snapdragon 855 device from the Chinese electronics maker. It is equipped with X50 modem chipset. It is available in 6/8GB RAM options supporting 64/128 GB internal storage. Moving further, Xiaomi has added a 6.39 inch Samsung AMOLED dew drop display churning out 600 nits of brightness.

Read More: Xiaomi Mi 9 gets global launch, starts at €449

There’s a lot of improvements in the camera section of the Mi 9. The company has added a triple camera module consisting of 48 MP primary sensor, 12 MP secondary sensor, and a 3D ToF sensor. On the front side, there’s a 24 MP Sony IMMX576 sensor for video calling and beautiful selfies. Xiaomi official quoted that its on-screen fingerprint sensor speed is comparable to the capacitive fingerprint sensors.

Its availability in other regions is yet to be made official. We have to wait for a few days more before getting to know about its pricing and availability dates.

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Get Great Discounts On Blackview-Branded Smartphones On AliExpress

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 25, 2019

Blackview has reputation for making rugged outdoor smartphones that meet the varied needs of thrill seekers and adventure junkies.

The professional android smartphone maker has collaborated with AliExpress in a bid to offer a wide selection of its well-received mobile phones at lowered prices.

As part of its latest promotion, the Alibaba-owned Chinese online retail service is also giving its loyal users an unmissable chance to get extra discounts. We’ll divulge more details about it just a bit.

The recently kicked off promo features the Blackview MAX 1, BV9600 PRO, BV6800 PRO, and the A20 smartphones. More importantly, you can buy the aforesaid phones at heavily discounted prices.
For the sake of an instance, the Blackview MAX 1 Projector mobile phone usually sells for $699.99, but you can now buy it for just $398.99 on the promotion page.

Aside from taking advantage of this 43 percent discount, you can use coupon codes to save a considerable amount of more money before placing the order.

If your cart value is $159 or more, you can use a $2 off coupon. If your cart value is$199 or more, you qualify for a $5 off coupon.

Those who end up shopping for $389 or more, you can use a $10 off coupon. But that’s not all.

The first 300 AliExpress users, who order the Max 1 from February 22nd, will get a selfie stick, Bluetooth speaker and Type-C earphones for absolutely free.

Likewise, the first 300 customers to buy the BV9600 Pro from the promotion page from February 22nd will be eligible to get a free wireless charger.

The BV9600 Pro smartphone’s original asking price of $449.99 has been reduced to only $359.99. The BV6800 Pro that usually sells for $249.99 is currently available for only $179.99.

The Blackview A20 carries a $54.99 price tag, but you can now buy it for a dropped price of only $54.99.

Regrettably, the aforesaid discounts will only be valid for a limited period of time for the remaining pieces of the handsets.

You can click here to visit the promotion page and take full advantage of the discount before the promo expires.

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Vivo iQOO smartphone teased by the company ahead of its official launch

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Feb 25, 2019

Earlier this month, Vivo launched its sub-brand named iQOO, which is aiming to sell premium flagship smartphones. Debunking the rumors that the company’s first device will be a foldable smartphone, Vivo recently showcased the upcoming IQOO smartphone during a live television broadcast.

Later, the company also revealed the key specifications of the upcoming smartphone through a photo shared on its official Weibo account. Most recently, the company confirmed that it is holding a launch event on 1st March in China to launch the first iQOO smartphone.

Now, just a few days before the official launch of the unnamed smartphone, the company has shared an image which shows the smartphone in two colors — Blue and Red, with a unique pattern on the back. As expected from the previous tease, the new image confirms that the phone indeed features a triple-camera setup on the back.

The company has already confirmed that the iQOO smartphone will be powered by Qualcomm’s latest and greatest — Snapdragon 855 octa-core processor, manufactured using the 7nm process. The top-end model of the phone will pack 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

The phone is also confirmed to come with the sixth-generation in-display fingerprint sensor. The company has not revealed what’s new in this sixth-generation technology but it looks like we’ll get to know more about it soon. It could cover most of the bottom part of the display and offer faster authentication and better security.

The upcoming iQOO smartphone is also confirmed to come with Super HDR display but the screen size of the phone still remains a mystery. However, we expect it to come with a 6.41-inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ screen resolution and 19.5:9 aspect ratio.

As for the camera configuration, it could pack a 13MP rear camera with LED flash along with a 12MP secondary camera, and a 2MP tertiary camera sensor. On the front side, it could come equipped with a 12-megapixel snapper for taking selfies.

Further, the company has already confirmed that the smartphone will feature NFC as well as USB Type-C port for connectivity. The device will be powered by a 4,000mAh battery with 44W fast charging support. There’s also something called ‘4D Shock’ which seems to be a gaming-related feature.

The first iQOO smartphone is slated to go official on 1st March in China. To know about the phone’s pricing and availability information, we’ll have to wait for the official launch event to take place later this week.

Get 47% Off On Xiaomi JIMMY JW31 Lightweight Cordless Pressure Washer

Buy Xiaomi JIMMY JW31 Lightweight Cordless Pressure Washer And Xiaomi Lexy JIMMY JV51 Lightweight Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner At Reduced Prices On GeekBuying [Coupons]

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Feb 25, 2019

With a wide selection of top-end electronic items available at unbeatable prices, GearBest is one of China’s most popular online stores.
Much to the delight of gadgets lovers and tech buffs, GearBest offers great discounts on various products all the time.

Staying true to its reputation, the Chinese online store is now offering the Xiaomi JIMMY JW31 Lightweight Cordless Pressure Washer and Xiaomi Lexy JIMMY JV51 Lightweight Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner at considerably reduced prices.

We’ll not only divulge more details about the aforesaid discount but will also show how you can save a considerable amount of extra money at the time of checking out.

Xiaomi JIMMY JW31 Lightweight Cordless Pressure Washer

The JW31 comes with a faucet and the self-priming modes that allow you to take advantage of multiple sources of water like a bucket or a stream.

In other words, the JW31 gives you freedom from carrying a lot of water for cleaning purpose.

Moreover, it features a long cleaning lance that boosts pressures and improves accuracy, the reach as well as control.

This Xiaomi-branded pressure washer would normally set you back $319.75, but you can now buy it for just $169.99 on GearBest.

You can extend this 47 percent discount by using coupon code GIZ_HUEBPSLB at the time of checking out.

The coupon helps you save $104 extra by reducing the retail price of the product to just $165.99.

You can follow this link to avail the discount. Regrettably, the promo was on the verge of wrapping up at the time of writing.

Xiaomi Lexy JIMMY JV51 Lightweight Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

Designed to help you handle the arduous task of keeping your surrounding clean and tidy all the time, the Lexy JIMMY JV51 is an irresistible vacuum cleaner that gives you freedom from wires.

It is backed by a robust the100,000rpm digital motor and produces 115W suction power, which is enough to efficiently suck up dust, mites, and other impurities.

While other top-branded vacuum cleaners that offer comparable features aren’t easy on the pocketbook, the Lexy JIMMY JV51 has gone up for sale bearing a dropped price of just $209.99 on GeekBuying.

This is a 49 percent drop in the device’s original asking price of $395.14, but there’s more for you to cheer about. You can use coupon code GIZ_LIDYGJGC in order to get an extra $40 off.

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You can visit this link to grab the discount, which will be valid for the international version of the Lexy JIMMY JV51 vacuum cleaner for a short period of time.

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LG’s upcoming foldable smartphone will be a part of its V-series lineup

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Feb 25, 2019

LG has been launching new smartphones under its G-series as well as V-series and the line between the two is now fading. So, when asked about the same during an interview, Frank Lee, Vice President of Marketing for LG clarified the company’s stance and shed light on its foldable smartphone.

He said that the V-series of smartphones is the one under which the company will be taking more chances. So, consider the V-series as the South Korean company’s testing pad for experimental devices. Further explaining this, he also revealed that when LG launches a foldable smartphone, it will most likely be under the V-series.

So, new features come to V-series smartphones first and are later offered in G-series phone. For example, the LG V40 ThinQ had the triple-camera setup first, which was later introduced in the G8 ThinQ. So, LG tries out new ideas in the V-lineup and when it is satisfied with the results, those get introduced in the G-lineup, which the company says is for “everyone.”

While LG has been working on a foldable smartphone, which is pretty evident with the patent applications and prototype leaks, the company has not officially said anything about it and when it plans to launch its first foldable smartphone.

Royole beat Samsung and Huawei with the launch of Royole FlexPai last month, which is the world’s first foldable smartphone. However, a few weeks ago, Samsung launched its foldable smartphone — Samsung Galaxy Fold and yesterday, Huawei introduced Huawei Mate X — the world’s first foldable 5G smartphone.

Meanwhile, LG has today announced two major smartphones during Mobile World Congress 2019 in Barcelona, Spain. The company has launched LG V50 ThinQ powered by Snapdragon 855 SoC and 5G connectivity support along with LG G8 ThinQ and LG G8s ThinQ with high-end specs.

Lenovo Tab V7 with 6.9-inch display and dual 4G announced

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 25, 2019

Lenovo has announced the Lenovo Tab V7 at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2019 tech trade show. The new tablet from the Chinese manufacturer is actually an over-sized smartphone that comes with support for dual 4G and a massive screen.

Lenovo Tab V7 Specifications and Features

The Lenovo Tab V7 features a massive screen of 6.9 inches inside a body that measures 177.9 x 86.5 x 7.89mm and it weighs 195 grams. In terms of size, the Tab V7 is bigger than Samsung Galaxy S10 5G that houses a 6.7-inch display and the Apple iPhone XS Max that is equipped with a 6.5-inch display.

Considering the size of the screen, the Lenovo Tab V7 is a lightweight device since it is equipped with a polycarbonate body. The display produces full HD+ resolution and 18:9 aspect ratio along with a screen-to-body ratio of 81 percent. The upper and lower bezels of the Tab V7 are thick, but a good thing about them is that they are symmetrical.

The Snapdragon 450 SoC powers the device with up to 4 GB of RAM. The inclusion of the modest SoC confirms that it is not designed for high-end performance. It comes with up to 64 GB of native storage. The rear side of the tablet features a 13-megapixel camera with LED flash. The back panel of the device is also fitted with a fingerprint reader. There is a 5-megapixel selfie camera on the front that carries support for face unlock and iris recognition.

The Lenovo Tab V7 is a dual SIM tablet with both SIMs carrying support for 4G connectivity. It is loaded with Android 9 Pie OS. The two variants of the Tab V7 are 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage.

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Lenovo Tab V7 Price and Release Date

The Lenovo Tab V7 carries an attractive price tag of $250. It could be the price tag of the starting variant of the device. The entry-level tablet will be hitting the European markets in April. It will be also releasing in emerging markets such as South America, Africa and Asia.

Huawei launches MateBook X Pro, MateBook 14, and MateBook 13 with FullView display at MWC

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