Nokia 9 PureView, Nokia 1 Plus details leaked through FCC documents

Get 21% Off On Xiaomi Dreame V9 Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

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Feb 13, 2019

Samsung is expected to announce new Galaxy A phones such as Galaxy A10, Galaxy A20 and Galaxy A30 in the first quarter of this year. It is speculated that the company may release Galaxy A50 phone in the second quarter of the year. The smartphone has been certified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the U.S. through which some of its key details have been revealed. Moreover, a fresh Geekbench listing has revealed that there will be an Android Go version of the Galaxy A20 smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy A50

The FCC documents have revealed that the Galaxy A50 will be equipped with a 6.22-inch display. The smartphone measures 158.5 x 74.5mm which suggests that it could be featuring a waterdrop notch screen. It will carry support for connectivity features such as Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0 LE, LTE and ANT+. In the previous month, the Galaxy A50 was certified by Bluetooth SIG and Wi-Fi Alliance bodies.

Previous reports have revealed that the Galaxy A50 will be sporting a triple camera setup with 24-megapixel primary sensor. For shooting selfies, it may house a 24-megapixel frontal camera. The smartphone is expected to come equipped with an in-display fingerprint reader. Its Geekbench appearance has revealed that it will be powered by Exynos 9610 chipset and 4 GB of RAM. It may arrive in 64 GB and 128 GB storage editions. The device may include a 4,000mAh battery. It may release in colors like black, white, silver, blue and pink.

Samsung Galaxy A20 Android Go

A new Samsung phone with model number SM-A260F has appeared on Geekbench. The upcoming Galaxy A20 has a model number of SM-A205F, but it is believed that the SM-A260F that is packed with low-end specs like 1 GB of RAM could be its Android Go edition. Moreover, the Geekbench listing shows that the Exynos 7870 that powers it has a “go” tag.

Read More: Samsung Galaxy S10 series fresh leak reveals full specifications and features

The smartphone is running on Android 8.1 Oreo OS. In the single-core test, it has scored 728 and it has recorded 2984 in multi-core test. There is no confirmation on the launch date of the Galaxy A20 Android Go edition.

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Buy Xiaomi Dreame V9 And Xiaomi Roidmi F8 Smart Vacuum Cleaners At Slashed Prices On GeekBuying [Coupons Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 13, 2019

Keeping your home clean and tidy all the time can prove to be a backbreaking task.
Those who resort to using vacuum cleaners to handle this daunting chore usually end up spending a lot of money. It looks like GeekBuying is bent on changing that.

The Chinese online electronic store is giving its users an unmissable opportunity to buy the Xiaomi Dreame V9 and Xiaomi Roidmi F8 Smart Vacuum Cleaners at lowered prices.

Moreover, GeekBuying users can save a considerable amount of extra money at checkout. We’ll divulge more details about the process in just a bit.

Xiaomi Dreame V9 Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

The Dreame V9 is equipped with Space3.0 brushless digital motor that spins about 100,000rpm per minute, generating a powerful suction of 120 AW and 20,000 Pa to ensure your surrounding is free from dirt and other impurities.

Aside from that, it features highly effective HEPA filtration that can filter out 99.99% of allergens and dust as small as 0.3 microns.

The Xiaomi Dreame V9 is backed by a Samsung imported lithium battery that delivers about 60-minute run time in energy-saving mode operation.

While a top-branded vacuum cleaner offering comparable features would normally set you back a pretty penny, Xiaomi is offering its Dreame V9 cordless stick vacuum cleaner for a dropped price of just $269.99 on GeekBuying.

This is a significant 21 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price of $339.99. But there’s more for you to cheer about.

In addition to availing the aforesaid discount, you can use coupon code GIZ_KWXMDQTX to get an extra $10 off.

In other words, you can bring the already reduced retail price of the Dreame V9 down to only $259.99 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon.

Regrettably, the promo was on the verge of wrapping up at the time of writing. You can visit this link without wasting time to take advantage of the discount.

Xiaomi Roidmi F8 Smart Vacuum Cleaner

The Xiaomi Roidmi F8 can efficiently separate different types of hair from the brush into the dust cup during the cleaning process, ensuring there is no hair winding around the brush.

This highly useful vacuum cleaner features a 100,000-rpm digital motor that rotates at a speed of 1,100 liters per minute and generates a powerful suction of 18,500 Pa.

Furthermore, the Xiaomi Roidmi F8 draws its juices from a robust 2500mAh Lithium-ion battery that lasts for about 10 minutes in the high power mode and nearly 55 minutes when used in the normal mode.
The Xiaomi Roidmi F8 Smart usually retails for $491.71, but the international version of this feature-rich vacuum cleaner can now be yours if you are willing to shell out only $309.99 on GeekBuying.

Moreover, you can use extend this 37 percent discount by using coupon code GIZ_NTPVZYKO. The coupon helps you save $104 extra by reducing the original selling price of the device to only $309.99.

You can visit this link to grab the discount. Note that the promo will come to an end in five days.

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The hot-selling OnePlus 6T catapults OnePlus to the top 5 ranking in the US in Q4 2018

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Feb 13, 2019

Around August last year, OnePlus announced that it had sealed a mutually beneficial deal with T-Mobile that would see the OnePlus 6T and subsequent smartphones getting released under the US carrier. Smartphone sale in the US market is heavily dependent on telecom carriers. So, the move was a pretty impressive one and the results have started streaming in

According to a report by the International Data Corporation (IDC) as contained in an official press release by OnePlus, it ranks among the top five high-end smartphone vendors during the fourth quarter. Much of this is as a result of the OnePlus 6T that was released within the fourth quarter. The OP6T is reported to have sold so well in the US between October and December. Fora company that is barely 5 years old in the industry, that is no small feat. Also, this is coming in the face of a slump in global smartphone shipments.

Unfortunately, OnePlus didn’t disclose its market share in the high-end US market but we believe it is huge to have lifted the company to the top 5 brands in Q4 2018. The figures could even be higher but the OnePlus 6T wasn’t available all quarter just like the OP6 that equally got lots of positive reviews. In case you are wondering who the remaining four brands are, that wasn’t disclosed but there is no doubt Apple and Samsung occupy the first two lots. Google and LG are tipped to also be among the top 5.

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ZTE Axon 10 Pro moniker confirmed as it is certified by EEC

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Feb 12, 2019

Chinese phone maker ZTE launched a new entrance into the smartphone industry with the Axon 9 Pro released in August last year after the US ban was lifted. The company is now in the thick of plans to release a successor to the Axon 9 Pro. The device was spotted recently on GeekBench as ZTE A2020 Pro. The Axon 10 Pro moniker has now been confirmed by its listing on the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) where it has just been certified.

The document clearly shows the GeekBench listed ZTE A2020 Pro will be known as Axon 10 Pro when it is eventually launched officially. The EEC listing doesn’t contain any other detail about the device but previous leaks including the GeekBench listing shows the Axon 10 Pro will pack a Snapdragon 855 chipset paired with 6GB of RAM. The phone is expected to also run Android 9 Pie out of the box.

Further, the Axon 10 Pro is expected to utilise a 6.4-inch 1080p+ screen. The phone will also pack a 16MP+20MP dual camera on the rear as well as a 25MP selfie camera. The device will get its juice from a 4,300mAh battery with fast charging.

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Leaked Samsung Galaxy S10+ banner reaffirms the front design

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Feb 12, 2019

As the February 20 launch event for the Galaxy S10 series draws nearer, we expect the rumour mill to continue buzzing. The latest leak comes from popular tipster Evan Blass and it is an official-looking promotional banner for the Galaxy S10+. Rightly so, the banner contains the render of the flagship device, availing us another chance to feast on the design.

The render only shows the front view of the Galaxy S10+ and the most important feature that we can see is the punch-hole display which houses not one, but two selfie cameras. The punch-hole design fits in line with Samsung’s Infinity O display technology, which the company talked about at a press conference back in November. As a result of the design, the bezels surrounding the display on the Galaxy S10+ are noticeably slimmer.

So yeah, looks like that's definitely happening… [Thanks, tipster!] pic.twitter.com/CQ0nxrAGh2

— Evan Blass (@evleaks) February 11, 2019

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ is said to feature a 6.4-inch AMOLED display just like the Galaxy Note 9 but this model may likely offer the highest screen-to-body ratio for any Samsung smartphone yet. Although the render doesn’t show the rear, previous leaks show the device will have three camera sensors with an LED flash at the side. There is no fingerprint sensor at the rear which means the device will feature an in-display fingerprint sensor. The location of the volume rockers and power buttons at the side don’t seem to have changed. The volume rockers and Bixby button are on the left side while the power button sits at the right. The Galaxy S10+ is expected to pack a Snapdragon 855 chipset as well as the latest Exynos 9820 on some models. For memory, the device will have at least 6GB of RAM and up to 1TB of native storage.

Xiaomi to make smartphone-related announcement tomorrow morning

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Feb 12, 2019

Xiaomi has shared a post on Weibo that says it will make an important announcement tomorrow.

The poster doesn’t reveal much save for a digital alarm clock set to 10 o’clock. There are speculations the announcement may be related to the Mi 9 flagship while some say it might be related to the Redmi Note 7 Pro which Xiaomi itself disclosed will launch after the Spring Festival holidays. However, the official Redmi account has not shared a similar post, so tomorrow’s announcement may be related to the Mi 9.

The Mi 9 has been certified by China’s TENAA and has also been certified in Singapore. It is said to be designed by the same person who designed the Mi 6. Leaked images have also revealed the flagship will have a triple camera setup on its back. Like its predecessor, the Mi 8, the Mi 9 is expected to come in several variants including an Explorer Edition which should be the top of the line.

Samsung Galaxy S10 series fresh leak reveals full specifications and features

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Feb 12, 2019

An insider from the retail channel of Samsung has revealed the full specifications and features of the Galaxy S10 series to GSMArena. The tip contains snapshots of specs sheets of the Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10e.

The Galaxy S10+, S10 and S10e that are respectively codenamed as Beyond 2, Beyond 1 and Beyond 0 are equipped with 6.3-inch, 6.1-inch and 5.8-inch AMOLED HDR+ displays with Infinity-O design. These smartphones are equipped with quad HD+ resolution and 19:9 aspect ratio. The S10+ and S10 feature Gorilla Glass 6 panels and ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensors whereas the Galaxy S10e has Gorilla Glass 5 and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The Galaxy S10 trio carry support for face recognition.

The Galaxy S10+ feature triple camera setup which includes f/2.4 aperture 12-megapixel telephoto lens with support Zoom, OIS and autofocus; f/1.5 aperture wide-angle lens with dual aperture and dual pixel OIS and f/2.2 aperture 16-megapixel ultra wide-angle fixed focus lens. The same triple camera sensors are available on the rear side of the S10. There is a dual camera setup on the Galaxy S10e has the same 12-megapixel wide-angle lens and 16-megapixel ultra wide-angle sensor available on the S10 and S10+.

The f/1.9 aperture 10-megapixel + f/2.2 aperture 8-megapixel dual front-facing camera setup is available on the Galaxy S10+. The secondary sensor is enabled with support for dual pixel autofocus and UHD selfie. The S10 and S10e are equipped with f/1.9 aperture 10-megapixel front-facing camera with support for dual pixel autofocus and UHD selfie. The camera features available on the Galaxy S10 trio include AR Emoji, fun stickers, live focus, zoom effect, color point effect and spin effect. Also, the Galaxy S10 series will be the world’s first phones to support 4K video recording through their selfie cameras.

Read More: Samsung Galaxy S10 series price, storage variants and color options leaked

The Galaxy S10+, S10 and S10e respectively features 4,100mAh, 3,400mAh and 3,100mAh batteries. The S10 phones support fast charging through USB-C and fast wireless charging. The other features of the Galaxy S10 series include smart composition guide, 30 scene optimizer, super slow-motion video recording that are two times longer than Galaxy S9, AKG headphones & AKG speakers, HDR10+ playback, Dolby ATMOS sound, support for 800nits brightness and Exynos 9820 chipset. Of course, certain regions like the Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10e will be powered by Snapdragon 855 in certain markets like the U.S. and China.

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Meizu’s secret product is co-developed with Astell&Kern and costs ¥6999 (~$1033)

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Feb 12, 2019

Meizu has been dropping teasers for a product launch on Thursday, February 14. We originally thought it would be the Note 9 but today’s teaser poster revealed that it isn’t it. Now, live images have leaked that provide more details about the device.

The images were shared on Weibo by Ice Universe and they seem to have been taken at Meizu’s own office. The first photo shows a graphics designer working on a poster. We can make out the Meizu logo at the top left corner and the words “Hi-Fi” which confirms the product is audio related. However, the big reveal is the price of the device which is a whopping ¥6999 (~$1033). But that’s not all.

The second photo shows the product in a retail box with a blue-pink gradient design. Written on the box is “Meizu x Astell&Kern”. This means the product is a collaboration between Meizu and Astell&Kern.

Astell&Kern is a South Korean-owned electronics company owned by Iriver. Iriver itself was formed back in 1999 by seven former Samsung employees. The company manufactures media players, headphones, portable Hi-Fi audio players, and home theater products. We checked out their site and then we understood why Meizu’s product costs over $1,000.

Meitu V7 gets Garden Butterfly limited edition for ¥4799 (~$709)

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Feb 12, 2019

We are looking forward to the first phone to come from Meitu and Xiaomi‘s partnership this year but while we wait, Meitu has released a new version of its V7 flagship.

The new Meitu V7 Garden Butterfly is a limited time edition version of its 2018 flagship. Unlike the other two color variants which have Orange and Green leather on their back, this version is covered in pink leather. Though like the others, it is mixed with white leather at the top. However, it ditches the orange metal accents for gold.

The price remains the same at ¥4799 and the specs are also the same but it appears only limited quantities are available. So if you are interested in picking up a unit, you can do so on the official website here.

The Meitu V7 is the first smartphone with triple front-facing cameras. It is a combination of a 12MP Sony IMX363 camera, a 20MP Sony IMX350 ultra clear camera, and an 8MP Sony IMX355 camera for capturing depth details. The cameras sit above a 6.21-inch FHD+ AMOLED display. There is a fingerprint scanner below the screen flanked by breathing lights on each side. There are tons of camera features including its own version of super night scene mode which Meitu said will arrive via an OTA back when it launched,

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The rear of the phone is home to a dual camera setup that consists of a 12MP Sony IMX363 primary sensor and an 8MP Sony IMX 355 secondary sensor. The cameras on both sides of the phone have OIS and the ones on the rear are flanked on each side by an LED flash. This is Meitu we are talking about here, so no surprises about the cameras.

LG Q9 One with SD835, Android Pie launched as the second rebranding of the G7 One

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Feb 12, 2019

It is no longer news that LG‘s mobile division is faltering despite the brand’s overall positive business outlook. Thus, we have seen the Korean giant release fewer phones than it used to. Lately, LG seems to have adopted the model of releasing their successful products under a different brand name in new markets. The LG G7 One is now a two-time recipient of this rebranding. LG first launched the X5 in Japan in December last year and now the LG Q9 One has been announced in South Korea.

The LG Q9 is entirely similar to the G7 One that was first announced at IFA 2018 in Berlin, Germany. The major difference is that the G7 One comes with Android 8.1 Oreo but the Q9 One will run Android 9.0 Pie from the go. The model is released under Google’s Android One program which means even the G7 One is already ported to Android Pie.

The device also arrives with an outstanding design coupled with an impressive specs lineup. You get a huge display with an iPhone X-like notch at the top which houses the earpiece and the selfie shooter. The device features a gigantic 6.1-inch QHD+ notch display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The aspect ratio ensures the phone still fits the palm despite its large display. The Q9 One is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset which is 2017’s flagship SoC from Qualcomm. The Snapdragon 835 chipset onboard teams up with 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 32GB of storage (UFS 2.1). The storage can be expanded via a microSD card slot which will allow you to add up to an additional 512MB of storage. On the camera end, you get a single 16MP rear camera with a f/1.6 aperture and a 71° wide angle lens and a single 8MP f/1.9 80° front-facing camera. The G9 One also packs a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor located below the rear camera and there is equally a dedicated Google Assistant button. Other features on the device include a 3.5mm audio jack, Hi-Fi Quad DAC, DTS-X audio and a Boombox speaker like the G7 ThinQ.

Further, the LG Q9 One comes with an IP-68 waterproof and dustproof build and the build is also MIL-STD-810G certified. For connectivity, you get NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB-C port. It also has an FM radio. Under the hood, is crammed a 3,000mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0. The colour variants were not announced but the promotional pictures are filled with a new Moroccan Blue colour variant. There could be the Mystic White variant as well. As for the pricing and availability, the phone will be available only on the LG U+ carrier with a price tag of KRW599,500 (around $535).

Moto G7 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Honor 10 Lite: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Feb 12, 2019

Since the Moto G7 series was released a few days ago, we compared each and every model with two of their most important rivals in the actual market, except the Moto G7. Now, it is the turn of the vanilla G7, that we decided to compare with the Asus Zenfone Max M2 and the Honor 10 Lite by Huawei due to their similar specs and price range. This is a comparison regarding midrange phones that you should choose if you want a performing device without spending too much. You will find well-balanced specs, but these devices do not reach the excellence on any side.

Motorola Moto G7 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Huawei Honor 10 Lite

	Motorola Moto G7	Asus Zenfone Max M2	Huawei Honor 10 Lite
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	157 x 75.3 x 8 mm, 172 grams	158.4 x 76.3 x 7.7 mm, 160 grams	154.8 x 73.6 x 8 mm, 162 grams
DISPLAY	6.2 inches, 1080 x 2270p (Full HD+), 405 ppi, LTPS IPS LCD	6.26 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 269 ppi, IPS LCD	6.21 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 415 ppi, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz	Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE	Android 9 Pie	Android 8.1 Oreo	Android 9 Pie, EMUI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA	Dual 12 + 5 MP f/1.8, and f/2.2 8 MP front camera	Dual 13 + 2 MP f/1.8 8 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 13 + 2 MP f/1.8 24 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	3000 mAh, fast charging 15W	4000 mAh	3400 mAh
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot

Design

If you need the most futuristic, clean and elegant design, go for the Huawei Honor 10 Lite without thinking twice. It is equipped with a stunning reflective glass back that you can choose in gradient hues, with small modules for cameras and very compact size. It even comes with very narrow bezels around the display, as well as the smallest dewdrop notch of the trio. You should instead go for the Motorola Moto G7 if you are seeking the best build quality. First of all, it offers a more solid aluminum frame, as well as a resistant glass back protected by Gorilla Glass 3. Further, it is splash resistant, a very rare thing on midrange and entry-level devices.

Display

The display of the Moto G7 by Motorola should offer something more in terms of image sharpness and brightness thanks to its LTPS technology. On the paper, it looks like a better panel, but not a high-end one. But the differences in the display quality if we compare it to the Asus Zenfone Max M2 and the Huawei Honor 10 Lite will be just marginal. In each case, we are talking about Full HD midrange-class IPS panels that usually do not differ too much.

Specs & Software

If your priority is speed and smoothness in every scenario, grab a unit of the Huawei Honor 10 Lite. You should do that simply because it comes with the most powerful SoC: the Kirin 710. To give you the idea, we can say that it has similar performances to the Snapdragon 660 chipset, which is way superior to the Snapdragon 632 that you can find on the Asus Zenfone Max M2 and Motorola Moto G7. You can even get a variant of the Honor 10 Lite with 6GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage, while the most powerful configuration of both Asus Zenfone Max M2 and Moto G7 has just 4/64 GB. But note that Honor 10 Lite is the only to come with a highly-customized user interface, while the others have stock Android. However, Zenfone Max M2 is still based on Oreo unlike its rivals already running Pie.

Camera

Motorola always equipped its midrange phones with incredibly well-optimized cameras, so we have high expectations for the Motorola Moto G7. On the paper, it seems that it will be indeed better with its great pixel size and a secondary depth sensor with a higher resolution. But if you want the best selfies, it will probably not be able to compete with the Honor 10 Lite and its stunning 24 MP front sensor that comes with an f/2.0 focal aperture.

Battery

Asus Zenfone Max M2 was realized with battery life in mind: unlike its opponents, it has an efficient HD+ and there is probably a reason for it: guaranteeing a very long battery life. Further, it has a huge 4000 mAh battery that can provide up to two days of intensive usage on a single charge. Motorola Moto G7 has the smallest battery but it can be charged faster thanks to both its smaller capacity and its 15W fast charging technology. Honor 10 Lite is average.

Price

Despite the bigger battery of the Asus Zenfone Max M2, Honor 10 Lite wins this comparison because of its great design, better performances, good display, and great cameras. You can even get it for less than Moto G7: just €210/$237, while Moto G7 and Asus Zenfone Max M2 cost €250/$282. On the other hand, Asus Zenfone Max M2 has a very high value for money as it costs about €150/$170.

Read More: Moto G7 series models- Moto G7, G7 Plus, G7 Play and G7 Power officially launched

Motorola Moto G7 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Huawei Honor 10 Lite: PROs and CONS

Motorola Moto G7

PROs

Better display
Fast charging
Good camera
Micro SD dedicated slot

CONS

Small battery

Huawei Honor 10 Lite

PROs

Good design
Affordable
Great front camera
Better performance

CONS

Nothing particular

Asus Zenfone Max M2

PROs

Solid design
Good camera
Bigger battery
Front-facing LED flash

CONS

Still Android Oreo

Xiaomi’s Sun Changxu expresses surprise after seeing Mi 9’s camera sample

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Feb 12, 2019

Xiaomi is expected to launch the Mi 9 flagship within the next couple of months but details have been quite scanty about the device. A new TENAA listing suspected to be the Mi 9 had appeared recently giving us a few details of the device. Xiaomi’s officials have also been throwing subtle teasers about the device. Recently, a Xiaomi senior engineer shared a photo on Weibo which was quickly deleted. The photo contains some cups of rice wine apparently shot during the Chinese New Year celebration. The crisp clear nature of the picture prompted a netizen to ask the exec to describe how to adjust the camera settings to achieve such a shot. His response suggested the photo was captured using a triple camera phone which is likely the Mi 9.

Now, another executive Sun Changxu has also shared some hint about the device. She hinted of a photo taken by”Rice wine” and expressed admiration at how crisp clear the shot was. Two things we can draw fro the Weibo post. The first is that the Mi 9 goes by the codenamed “Rice wine” and secondly, the camera output would be outstanding.

Xiaomi’s flagship phones are usually known for their outstanding camera output going by recent DXOMark rankings. The flagship Mi Mix 3 had a score of 103 points which puts it on the same level with the TC U12+ and Galaxy Note 9. Going by DXOMark’s ranking, only the Huawei Mate 20 Pro, P20 Pro and iPhone XS Max had better camera performance. Apart from the camera aspect, the Mi 9 will also come with 27W fast charging, going by the TENAA listing. The device is expected to pack a Snapdragon 855 chipset and on-screen fingerprint sensor.

Latest updates brings January’s security patch to the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T

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Feb 12, 2019

A new update is rolling out to the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T. The update brings January’s security patch to both devices.

The update comes as OxygenOS 9.0.4 to the OnePlus 6 while the more recent 6T gets it as OxygenOS 9.0.12. Apart from the security patch, the update fixes bugs and improves system performance. It also brings deep integration with Google Duo and optimizations for the display of the OnePlus 6T.

READ MORE: OnePlus attending MWC 2019, sends invite for a closed-door event

As usual, this is rolling out incrementally, so if it hasn’t hit your device yet, you should look out for it over the next few days. If you can’t wait, some users have reported that changing your VPN to Germany or Canada brings up the update. The update is 138MB in size for the OnePlus 6T and 143MB for the OnePlus 6.

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Huawei files trademark application for “ Huawei MatePad”

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Feb 12, 2019

Huawei‘s tablets have always launched under the MediaPad name but that may be changing soon. The Chinese giant has filed trademark applications for “Huawei MatePad” at the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO).

Does this mean it plans to retire the MediaPad line? Probably not. We believe the MatePad will be its line of flagship tablets that will come with the same chipset as the one found in its flagship phone for the year.

Last year’s MediaPad M5 Pro (10-inches) which is the top of the M5-series is powered by the Kirin 960 chipset, the same processor inside the 2016 Huawei Mate 9 and 2017’s Huawei P10 and P10 Plus. Samsung too did something similar with its Galaxy Tab S4 10.5 which it released last year. Instead of the flagship Snapdragon 845 or Exynos 9810 processor, it is powered by the Snapdragon 835 from 2017. Compare that to Apple‘s 2018 iPad Pro models which even have a more powerful processor than the one in its phones.

So we believe the Huawei MatePad will come with the latest specs that will see it as a worthy competitor to other flagship tablets while the MediaPad series will target the mid-range and entry-level categories.

New teaser confirms February 14 launch isn’t for the Meizu Note 9

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Feb 12, 2019

Meizu has released another teaser poster for its launch event which is scheduled for Thursday, 14th of February. Sadly, the new poster confirms it isn’t the much-awaited Meizu Note 9 launching.

Just like yesterday’s teaser poster, this also shows the silhouette of a phone but this time, of the rear. The phone has dual cameras positioned in the middle and arranged vertically while the LED flash sits below it.

Images of the Meizu Note 9 revealed by TENAA show that this isn’t the device pictured above. Its dual rear cameras are on the far left and it has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. This leaves the above device as either one of the Meizu 16 series or the Meizu Zero. And since the latter just launched a few weeks ago, it possibly can’t be it getting another launch.

Xiaomi Mi 9 February release hinted by Xiaomi executive as M1902F1T bags TENAA approval

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Feb 12, 2019

Recently, the Xiaomi M1902F1G was certified as Xiaomi Mi 9 in Singapore. Hence, it is speculated that the M1902F1A and M1902F1T phones that were 3C approved in January are the variants of the Xiaomi Mi 9. The M1902F1A has already appeared on TENAA, but its listing is yet to be populated with specifications and images. Last night the M1902F1T was also approved by TENAA. Yet again, there is no information on its specifications of the M1902F1T variant. These certifications suggest that the Chinese manufacturer is gearing up for the introduction of the Xiaomi Mi 9. Rumors have claimed that the Mi 9 may go official in February.

Recently, a Weibo user had to the official Weibo channel of Xiaomi mobile, “Can you tell whether the Xiaomi Mi 9 will be releasing in February? Can you reply with a dog’s head expression? A Xiaomi responded with the suggested expression indicating that the Mi 9 could be launching in February in China.

Last year, Xiaomi had introduced the Xiaomi Mi 8 smartphone alongside the Mi 8 Explorer Edition and Mi 8 SE smartphones on May 31 in China. There is no confirmation on whether the Chinese manufacturer will be unveiling the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer Edition and Mi 9 SE smartphones alongside the Mi 9.

Read More: Xiaomi Redmi 7 is 3C certified; Launch date could be near

It is believed that the Xiaomi Cepheus phone that had appeared on Geekbench in January with Snapdragon 855, 6 GB of RAM and Android 9 Pie OS could be the Xiaomi Mi 9 phone. The smartphone is speculated to be equipped with an in-display fingerprint scanner. It may adopt Xiaomi’s new technology that supports larger screen fingerprint unlocking area of 25 x 50.2mm. The Mi 9 is expected to go official as the first Xiaomi phone with triple rear cameras. The smartphone is expected to sport a smaller notch on its display like the Redmi Note 7 smartphone. The 3C certification of the Mi 9 had revealed that it would be equipped with support for 27W fast charging.

Xiaomi Redmi 7 is 3C certified; Launch date could be near

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