Buy Xiaomi-Branded Phones At Lowered Prices On Banggood [Coupons Inside]

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Feb 5, 2019

Realme C1 2019, the new variant of Realme’s entry-level smartphone which now comes with increased internal storage capacity, will go on sale in India today for the first time. When launched, the phone was touted by the company as ‘Entertainment Ka Boss’ and will be available for purchase through Flipkart.

Last week, the company had launched Realme C1 2019 in two variants — 2GB RAM with 32GB internal storage and 3GB RAM with 32GB internal storage. As for the pricing, the 2GB RAM variant is priced at Rs. 7,499 (approximately $105), the 3GB RAM model is priced at Rs. 8,499 (approximately $119).

Except for the internal storage, most of the phone’s specifications remains the same as the standard model. It features a 6.2-inch IPS LCD notched display that carries support for HD+ resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels and offers 19:9 aspect ratio.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the modest Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset. The 2019 edition models come with either 2GB/3GB RAM and pack 32GB of internal storage. The phone is also equipped with a dedicated microSD card slot for expanding the storage capacity.

Coming to the camera department, the horizontally arranged dual rear camera on the backside of the Realme C1 features a 13-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. The notch of the smartphone houses a 5-megapixel AI driven selfie camera that also doubles up for AI facial recognition.

It comes with the usual set of connectivity features such as dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, 3.5mm audio jack and micro-USB port are available on the smartphone. The phone runs ColorOS 5.1 based on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system and is powered by a 4,230mAh battery.

Get Big Discounts On Spare Parts For RC Drones On Banggood [Extra 12% Off Coupon]

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Feb 5, 2019

Known for offering the best bang for your buck, Banggood is now offering its users a chance to get an extra 12 percent off on spare parts for RC drones.

The aforesaid discount will be available in the form of coupon code f53d0e.

Aside from that, you can grab noteworthy discounts on a wide selection of items that have been added to different categories like LiPo Battery, Propellers, DIY Accessories, Carrying Bag/Case, and Others.

The ‘LiPo Battery’ section comprises various batteries for RC drones that you can buy without emptying your pocket. For instance, the Xiaomi FIMI A3 rechargeable Lipo battery that normally sells for $47.99 can now be yours for just $39.99.

Likewise, you can buy Eachine E58 4 pieces props blades with 2 pieces propeller clip clamp at a lowered price under the ‘Propellers’ category.
Moreover, there’s a ‘DIY Accessories’ section that features everything from high-end control boards to coreless motors. There are significant discounts available for select items included in this section.

You can even buy bags for your favorite RC drones at reduced prices, under the next category dubbed ‘Carrying Bag/Case.’ This section features handbag carrying cases, storage shoulder bags, hard shell backpack case bags and lots more.

The rest of the products have been added to the ‘Others’ category.

Here you can find the Wingsland R6 5.8GHz Switchable Mode Foldable Transmitter For Wingsland S6, GameSir T1d/T1s Bluetooth 3D Joysticks Connection Remote Control Transmitter and various other products that enhance your drone flying experience.

You can click here to visit the promotion page and take full advantage of the discounts. It is worth noting that the extra 12% off coupon is likely to expire soon.

Buy Xiaomi Mijia Seabird 4K Sport Camera And KUGOO S1 Folding Electric Scooter At Lowered Prices On GeekBuying [Coupon Inside]

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Feb 5, 2019

Sports and outdoor products aren’t easy on the pocketbook. As a result, sports enthusiasts and adventure junkies end up spending a lot of money on products on products that take their outdoor activity experience to the next level.
Much to the delight of cost-conscious thrill seekers who aren’t willing to spend a lot of money, GeekBuying is now doling out noteworthy discounts on a wide selection of sports and outdoor products.

This recently kicked-off promotion is entitled ‘Take an adventure Sports & Outdoor Deals’ and it features various Flash Deals on electric bikes, skateboards, action cameras and a slew of other sports and outdoor products.

We’ll take a gander at the discounts available for the Xiaomi Mijia Seabird 4K Sports Camera and the KUGOO S1 Folding Electric Scooter. Aside from that, we’ll show how you can save more money during the checkout process.

Xiaomi Mijia Seabird 4K Sport Camera

Equipped with 4K/30 frame video recording and high-quality lens, the Seabird 4K action camera is designed to capture every memorable moment in the form of true-to-life pictures.

It comes with a professional algorithm to rectify distortion, while its wide-angle shooting ensures there’s no distortion.

Moreover, it features multiple shooting modes including time-lapse photography, slow-motion photography, timed photo, and high-speed continuous shooting.

A top-branded sports camera would normally set you back a pretty penny, but you can buy the Xiaomi Mijia Seabird 4K sports camera for just $79.99 on GeekBuying.

This is a noteworthy 27 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price of $109.99. But there’s more for you to cheer about.

On top of that, you can use coupon code GIZ_BEBVBYFB and get an extra $27 off.

In other words, you can bring the already reduced retail price of the sports camera further down to just $69.99 before placing your order.

You can visit this link to grab the discount, which will be valid for the blue, green and orange color version of the Mijia Seabird 4K sports camera. Note that the promo is slated to end in one day.

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KUGOO S1 Folding Electric Scooter

The KUGOO S1 is an irresistible electric scooter that’s designed to run on all sorts of roads.

Aside from featuring 3-speed running modes, the e-bike is equipped with 8-inch solid rear anti-skid tires that enable the rider to control the speed using just a single key.

Moreover, the KUGOO S1 is an easy-to-operate, foldable scooter that can run on various road surface conditions. It features a monitor that displays control information and has a single key for the braking system.

While the aforesaid features justify the $699.99 price tag, the KUGOO S1 Folding electric scooter usually carries, you can now buy it at a dropped price of just $338.99 on GeekBuying.

You can follow this link to check out more details about the KUGOO S1 and take full advantage of the discount, which will be valid for the black color version of the electric scooter.

Alternatively, you can grab a 51 percent off on the white and blue color versions of the KUGOO S1 electric scooter for a limited period of time.

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Vivo V15 Pro with Snapdragon 675 appears on Geekbench

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Feb 5, 2019

The upcoming Vivo V15 Pro is rumored to be powered by the Snapdragon 675 chipset. The smartphone has appeared on Geekbench today through which it has been confirmed that the Snapdragon 675 will be indeed present under the hood of the upcoming Vivo phone.

In the previous week, the NBTC authority of Thailand had approved Vivo 1818 smartphone. The certification had revealed that it will be heading to the market as Vivo V15 Pro. The same model number has also been certified by the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) body. Today, the same model number has been spotted on Geekbench with some of its key specifications.

The above screenshot reveals that the sm6150 is the driving force of the Vivo 1818 smartphone. Previous reports have confirmed that the sm6150 is the codename of he Snapdragon 675 mobile platform. The SoC of the Vivo 1818 is assisted by 6 GB of RAM. The handset is loaded with Android 9 Pie OS. In the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, the Vivo 1818 has respectively scored 2382 and 6479 points.

The Vivo V15 Pro is expected to go official through Vivo India’s launch event on Feb. 20v. The Chinese manufacturer has recently discontinued the Vivo NEX smartphone that features a pop-up selfie camera along with a notch-less screen. The reason behind it that the upcoming Vivo V15 Pro will be sporting the same display design and 32-megapixel pop-up frontal camera. The marvelous screen of the phone will be equipped with an under-display fingerprint scanner.

The backside of the phone will have 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel triple camera setup. The main sensor is expected to be Samsung’s ISOCELL GM1 lens. It will be equipped with a big internal storage of 128 GB. There is no information available on the battery capacity of the V15 Pro. The handset is expected to release in attractive color gradient options in India. Thee will be a blue variant as well as a black model with red-colored checkered finish. The Vivo V15 smartphone is also expected to go official alongside the V15 Pro. The V15 may cost around Rs. 20,000 (~$280) whereas the V15 Pro could be priced around Rs. 25,000 (~$350).

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Clear render of Samsung Galaxy Sport smartwatch leaks showing the design

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Feb 5, 2019

Only recently, it was reported that Samsung is working on a new smartwatch bearing the codename “Pulse.” The smartwatch is expected to be the successor to the Gear Sport and is tipped to likely launch bearing the moniker Galaxy Sport considering that Samsung has since migrated its smartwatches to the Galaxy brand with the Galaxy Watch. A couple of renders purported to be those of the smartwatch had also appeared online. A second render of the smartwatch has now appeared online giving us a clearer view of the design of the upcoming smart wearable.

The Galaxy Sport just like all other Samsung smartwatches comes with a round watch dial having a contoured glass at the top. The glass would likely be a tough one so it won’t shatter easily. The smart wearable has two physical buttons on the right side just like on the Galaxy Watch. The body of the Galaxy Sport looks like it is made of brushed metal and that is also applicable to the buckle on the rubber strap.

The Galaxy Sport was recently certified in Taiwan, the US and South Korea bearing the model number SM-R500. The device is also said to go by the codename Pulse. The Galaxy Sport is said to be the first Samsung smartwatch to feature Bixby Reminders. Specs wise, it will feature 4GB of RAM, NFC for secure payments, GPS for fitness tracking, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and IP water resistance. The wearable is expected to b unveiled on February 20 alongside the Galaxy S10 flagships.

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Buy Top Variants Of The Xiaomi Mi 8 and Mi 8 Lite Phablets At Slashed Prices On GearBest [Coupons]

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Feb 5, 2019

Xiaomi has teamed up with GearBest to offer different variants of its well-received Mi 8 and Mi 8 Lite at lowered prices.

Aside from shedding light on the aforesaid discount, we will show how you can save a considerable amount of extra money at the time of checking out. So without further ado, let’s delve straight into the details.

Xiaomi Mi 8 4G Phablet (6GB+128GB)

The global version of the Mi 8 phablet that ships with 6GB of RAM and offers a hearty 128GB of internal storage capacity is now available at a dropped price of just $439.99 on GearBest.

This is a 21 percent reduction in the phablet’s original asking price of $555.63. But there’s more for you to cheer about.

You can use coupon code GBMPPS1 at the time of checking out and reduce the retail price of the phone to only $429.99. In other words, you can get an extra $10 off simply by applying the aforesaid coupon.
You can visit this link to avail the discount, which will be valid for the black color version of the phablet. With only 15 pieces remaining, this promo is slated to end in just two days.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite 4G Phablet (4GB RAM+ 64GB ROM)

Launched in September last year, the Mi 8 Lite is an irresistible phablet that boasts an impressive array of features.

While you’d normally associate a steep price tag with a feature-laden phablet from the Chinese tech company, the Mi 8 Lite can now be yours if you are willing to shell out only $229.99 on GearBest.
This 19 percent discount is available for the global version of the phablet that comes in blue as well as black color versions. Note that the phablet would set you back $283.03 without the discount.

You can visit this link to grab the discount. There were 282 pieces of the black and 235 pieces of the blue color versions of the phablet left for this promo, which will end in five days.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite 4G Phablet (6GB RAM+128GB ROM)

Alternatively, you can go for the larger variant of the Mi 8 Lite phablet that features 6GB of RAM and offers 128GB of onboard storage capacity.

While this model usually retails for $343.57, you can now buy it for a dropped price of only $279.99 on GearBest. Moreover, you can extend this 19 percent discount by using coupon code GBMPPS8J.

The above-mentioned coupon helps you save an extra $10 by bringing the original asking price of the phablet further down to just $269.99 before you place your order.

You can follow this link to take advantage of the discount, which will specifically be valid for the black color version of the phablet. Regrettably, there were only 148 left for this promo, which is slated to end in five days.

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Samsung Galaxy M10, M20 first sale begins today in India

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Feb 5, 2019

At the end of the previous month, Samsung had introduced the Galaxy M10 and Galaxy M20 as its first M-series phones in the country. The first sales of these phones will be carried out today on Amazon India and the online store of Samsung India at 12 PM today.

Samsung Galaxy M10 Specifications and Price

The Galaxy M10 features a 6.2-inch Infinity-V display that produces HD+ resolution. The Exynos 7870 chipset powers the smartphone. The rear side of the phone features 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup and a front-facing shooter of 5-megapixel. It is packed with a 3,400mAh battery. It lacks support for fingerprint scanner and includes face unlock feature instead. The Experience UI 9.5 based Android Oreo OS comes preinstalled on the device. Apart from internal storage, the Galaxy M10 also supports expandable storage.

The 16 GB storage + 2 GB RAM and 32 GB storage + 3 GB RM variants of the Galaxy M10 are respectively priced at Rs. 7,990 and Rs. 8,990. It will be available in colors like Charcoal Black and Ocean Blue.

Read More: Samsung Galaxy S10e official renders leaked with key specifications

Samsung Galaxy M20 Specifications and Price

The Galaxy M20 is fitted with a 6.3-inch Infinity-V display that offers full HD+ resolution. The Exynos 7904 SoC is present under the hood of the device and it is fueled by a massive 5,000mAh battery. The 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup resides on the backside of the Galaxy M20. The handset includes a selfie camera of 8-megapixel. It is also loaded with Experience UI 9.5 flavored Android Oreo OS. There is a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor on the device. It features a microSD card slot for additional storage.

The 32 GB storage + 3 GB RAM and 64 GB storage + 4 GB RAM editions of the Galaxy M20 respectively cost Rs. 10,990 and Rs. 12,990. It can be also bought in colors such as Charcoal Black and Ocean Blue.

The early buyers of Galaxy M10 and M20 can take advantage of 4 GB data per day on rechargers of Rs. 198 and Rs. 299. Amazon India is offering no cost EMIs for six months. The retailer is also offering total damage protection for the M10 and M20 buyers at Rs. 699.

The Galaxy M10 and M20 phones will be rivaling with the like of Redmi 6, Redmi 6 Pro, Redmi Note 6 Pro, Realme C1 (2019), Realme 2, Realme U1, ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2 and so on. Will you consider buying the Galaxy M10 or M20? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

Xiaomi teases the launch of its upcoming Mi Shoes in India

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Feb 5, 2019

We recently reported that Xiaomi is planning to launch an all-new product in the Indian market in the lifestyle category — Mi Sports Shoes. Now, the company has teased the launch of its upcoming Mi Shoes in India through its official Twitter handle.

In a Twitter post, the company posted an image which resembles a shoe with the text “Ready to put your Best Foot Forward” and the accompanying text with the photo reads “Guess What’s Coming #BFF.” This implies that the launch of Mi Shoes in India is not far away.

Earlier, we reported that the Mi Sport Shoes will be launched in India soon, which will be the rebranded version of the Xiaomi Mijia Sneakers 2 currently available in China. It is expected to be priced around Rs. 2,999, which roughly converts to $42.

Given that the shoes have already launched in China, its features are known. It is manufactured using the Uni-Moulding process which ensures five different layers and types of materials are fused into a single mould. Each of the layers is then separated using a thin polyurethane film pressed and bonded.

As the components are pressed together with the mold, the appearance of the components appears to be cleaner than the ordinary manual glue combination, and the probability of the glue opening up is also highly reduced. This new uni-Moulding process also provides better stability and support to the feet.

Additionally, the midsole is crafted using the INFUSE material by the popular company Dow Chemical (DuPont). This material can greatly increase the resiliency of the midsole and is more comfortable and less deformable than ordinary EVA.

The upper part of the shoes is manufactured using a three-dimensional seamless high-elastic knitting process. It uses just one seam thus minimizing foreign body sensation. While there’s no mention of the intelligent chip inside but since the first version had one, this model likely houses it.

Apart from this Mi Sport Shoes, there’s no information if the company is planning to launch its other sneakers and shoes in India, which the company is selling under its Amazfit, Mijia, Urevo, and other ecosystem brands. We’ll have to wait for a few more days to know the launch date, pricing, and availability of the Mi Sport Shoes in India.

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Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Go storage variants and color options for India revealed

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Feb 5, 2019

Previously, we reported that the newly formed sub-brand of Xiaomi — Redmi, is gearing up to launch its Redmi Note 7 as well as two other smartphones in the Indian market by the end of this quarter, i.e. March this year. The three smartphones that the company is all set to launch in India by March 2019 include Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 7 Pro, and Redmi Go.

Recently, Xiaomi teased the India launch of Redmi Note 7 by posting an image of Xiaomi CEO and Xiaomi India MD holding the smartphone. While the launch date is not yet announced, the storage variants and color options of Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Go for the Indian market has been revealed.

According to the report coming from MSP, the Redmi Note 7 smartphone will be available in two variants at the time of launch in India — 3GB RAM with 32GB internal storage and 4GB RAM with 64GB internal storage. Currently, it’s not confirmed if the company will bring the 6GB RAM model in India. The smartphone will be offered in three color options — Black, Blue, and Red.

On the other hand, the Redmi Go smartphone, which will be the company’s first Android Go-powered device, will reportedly come with 1GB RAM and 8GB internal storage. It will be available in Black, Blue, and Red color options.

The Redmi Note 7 smartphone was first launched in China last month, which comes with a premium glass body and a massive screen-to-body ratio thanks to the waterdrop notch display. The phone features a 6.3-inch Full HD+ display with 2340 x 1080 pixels screen resolution and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The display carries support for 450-nits brightness, 1,500:1 contrast ratio, sun legibility, and eye protection mode.

Under the hood, the device is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 octa-core chipset with 3GB/4GB/6GB RAM and 32GB/64GB internal storage. It also comes with a dedicated microSD card slot allowing users to expand the storage capacity.

The device comes with an f/1.8 aperture 48-megapixel primary sensor and a 5-megapixel secondary camera with artificial intelligence technology. On the front side, there’s a 13-megapixel camera housed in the display notch.

As for the software, the smartphone is running Android 9 Pie-based MIUI 10 out-of-the-box. The phone is powered by a 4,000mAh battery with support for Quick Charge 4.0 fast charging technology. With an 18W fast charger, which needs to be purchased separately, the phone can be fully charged in just 1 hour and 43 minutes.

Coming to the Redmi Go smartphone, it features a 5-inch display with 1280 x 720 pixels screen resolution. Under the hood, the device is powered by a 1.4GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset. Like other Android Go phones, this one too packs 1GB RAM and 8GB of internal storage but it also comes with a microSD card slot for expanding the storage capacity.

The phone’s connectivity options include dual SIM support, a 3.5mm audio jack, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, and a MicroUSB port. It has an 8-megapixel rear camera with an LED flash and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. The device runs Android Oreo (Go Edition) and packs a 3,000mAh battery.

While the India launch date for the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Go smartphones is not yet announced, we expect the launch event to happen by the end of this month, probably in the coming week or two. Stay tuned for more information.

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This alleged Mi 9 prototype has a rear-mounted fingerprint scannner

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Feb 5, 2019

A couple of days ago, live photos of a device said to be the Mi 9 surfaced on the internet. The images showed only the back of the phone which has a triple camera setup. It also didn’t have a visible fingerprint scanner which confirmed that the Mi 9 will have an in-display fingerprint scanner.

Another image of the phone has leaked online but there is a major difference between it and the first one. The new photo is said to be of a Mi 9 prototype. The device is enclosed in a special case that completely hides the design of the phone save for cut-outs for certain parts.

The Mi 9 prototype has a triple camera setup too and it is in the same position as the live image that fist leaked. In addition to the camera cut out is a larger hole for a fingerprint scanner.

Does this mean there are two versions of the Mi 9? Yes. It has already been reported that there will be an Explorer Edition and just like the Mi 8, we expect significant differences between the regular Mi 9 and the Mi 9 Explorer Edition.

The plausible explanation is that the version with an in-display fingerprint scanner will likely launch as the Mi 9 Explorer Edition or the Mi 9 Pro while this prototype with a fingerprint scanner on its back is the regular variant.

The image also shows the case with two holes at the top right corner. We practically have no idea what the holes are for and if this wasn’t already rumored to be the Mi 9, we would say this is the Essential PH-2 and those holes are connectors for the Essential 360° VR camera or the Essential Audio Adapter HD.

AnTuTu releases list of top 10 Android phones for January 2019

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Feb 4, 2019

As is the usual tradition, AnTuTu has released a list of its top ten Android phones based on performance for the month – this time for January 2019. The list has some new entries but the top three devices are unchanged from last month’s.

The Nubia Red Magic Mars is at the top once again with a total of 320,996 points and it leads the Huawei Mate 20 which comes in at second place by a fair margin. The Honor V20 with its Kirin 980 chipset closes the top 3 with 306,567 points.

Huawei again takes the fourth spot with the Mate 20 X and its sub-brand is fifth with the Honor Magic 2. Another gaming phone makes the list and it is the Black Shark Helo. The Mate 20 Pro follows at number seven, down two spots from December’s list. The OnePlus 6T keeps its position from the last time.

Google deletes 29 malware filled camera beauty and filter apps from Play Store

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 4, 2019

Careful about that camera beauty and filter app installed on your phone as it could contain malware. A cybersecurity firm named Trend Micro has uncovered a staggering 29 “beauty camera” and camera filter apps in the Google Play Store loaded with malware inside. The apps in question are more popular in Asia and are supposed to enhance selfies and customize photos. Well, turns out that is just a decoy instead, apps with the names of Beauty Camera, Pro Beauty Camera and Horizontal Beauty camera served full-screen ads when users unlocked their phones. In one of the discovered cases, the app downloaded an online porn player that didn’t work even after payment from the user was accepted.

The discovery also unearthed several underground and dubious practices by the developers of these apps. Some of the apps even attempt to utilise phishing techniques in order to get personal information from users. One way this occurred was through a rigged contest that always let the device owner win. To claim the prize, the “winner” will have to provide certain personal information. Other camera filter apps would allow someone to upload a picture to the developer’s server to enhance. But instead of getting a final post-enhancement image, the user would receive a fake update prompt in nine languages. The app collected the photos uploaded, possibly to use on fake social media accounts.

Always read the comment section before installing any app

Such apps are usually designed to make it difficult to delete. The icons were hidden making it practically impossible to remove them with a simple drag to uninstall. Thankfully, Google has taken action by removing such apps. Nevertheless, it is apt that users exercise caution when downloading an app from the Store. To avoid falling victim to such fraud, Trend Micro suggests that before you install any app, check the comments from other users. If you see a few warnings, avoid downloading the app.

Vivo V15 to launch alongside Vivo V15 Pro

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Feb 4, 2019

The Vivo V15 Pro has been the one stealing the spotlight but a new photo shows that it will be launching alongside the non-pro model – the Vivo V15.

A picture shared on Twitter by @MAHESHTELECOM shows a poster of the Vivo V15 and V15 Pro. However, the poster states that only the Pro will have a 32MP pop-up selfie camera.

Coming soon #VivoV15 #Vivo15Pro
32MP POP-UP SELFIE #GOPOP pic.twitter.com/wV6g2dojwh

— Mahesh Telecom (@MAHESHTELECOM) February 1, 2019

Xiaomi’s Mi 8 Explorer Edition may eventually get a global release

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Feb 4, 2019

More than six months after its release, Xiaomi may eventually launch the Mi 8 Explorer Edition outside China according to a new finding.

The Mi 8 Explorer is the top of the line of the Mi 8 series. Along with having an in-display fingerprint scanner, it also has 3D face unlock which is more advanced and secure than the infrared Face Unlock on the Mi 8 Pro. The phone also has a see-through back that allows you to see a printed version of its internals.

An XDA developer by the name “yshalsager” found the codename of an unannounced Xiaomi device. The codename is “ursa-global”. If you remember, “Ursa” is the codename for a device thought to be the Mi 7 Plus but which later launched as the Mi 8 Explorer Edition. The developer also found the marketing name of the device in Chinese (小米手机8透明探索版国际版). Throw that into Google translate and you get this “Millet phone 8 transparent exploration version International Edition”. It is clear this means the Mi 8 Explorer Edition is getting a global launch.

Samsung Galaxy S10+ Exynos 9820 variant’s Geekbench scores outperforms its Snapdragon 855 edition

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Feb 4, 2019

In January, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ powered by the Snapdragon 855 chipset was spotted on Geekbench. Today, the Exynos 9820 CPU edition of the Galaxy S10+ has surfaced on the same benchmarking platform. The benchmark scores of the Exynos 9820 suggests that its performance will be on par performance with the S10+’s SD855 variant.

The above shown screenshot reveals that the Galaxy S10+ with model number SM-G975 has appeared on Geekbench with the 8nm Exynos 9820 chipset, 6 GB of RAM and Android 9 Pie OS. It has respectively scored 4472 and 10387 points in the single-core and multi-core benchmarking tests.

Below shown screenshot belongs to the Snapdragon 855 edition of the Galaxy S10+ from the previous month. It shows that the smartphone has scored 3413 in single-core and 10,256 in multi-core tests of Geekbench. A comparison of both CPU variants that the Exynos model has managed to deliver slightly better performance than SD855.

It is likely that the Snapdragon 855 edition of the Galaxy S10+ will be released in limited markets like the U.S., Canada, China and few other markets. The rest of the world is expected to receive the Exynos 9820 variant of the S10+.

Samsung Galaxy S10+ Specifications and Price

Recent reports have revealed that the Galaxy S10+ will be featuring a 6.4-inch Infinity-O display with a pill shaped cutout at its top-right corner for the dual selfie camera setup. The dual edge curved screen of the S10+ will carry support for quad HD+ resolution.

The glass rear of the Galaxy S10+ features of the triple camera that may include 13-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 16-megapixel sensors. It will be running on Android 9 Pie OS. It is expected to draw power from a 4,000mAh battery.

Read More: Samsung Galaxy S10e official renders leaked with key specifications

In Europe, the base model of the Galaxy S10+ will include 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of native storage whereas its higher edition will arrive with 8 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage. These variants are rumored to respectively arrive in Netherlands with a price tag of 999 euros (~$1,145) and 1,249 euros (~$1,429). It will be available in colors like Black, White, Green and Blue.

The highest configuration model of the Galaxy S10 will be featuring 12 GB of RAM and 1 TB of inbuilt storage. It is expected to be available in Ceramic Black and Ceramic White colors. It could be priced at 1,499 euros (~$1,720).

Blackview MAX 1 with built-in projector to be available for pre-order on March 1

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Feb 4, 2019

Remember the Samsung Galaxy Beam? It was a smartphone released in 2012 with a built-in projector. More phones with built-in projectors have been launched after then. The Moto Z series even have a projector Mod. Nevertheless, it doesn’t seem as if that category of smartphones is done as Blackview is scheduled to launch its MAX 1 with a built-in projector next month.

First its specs. The Blackview MAX 1 packs a 6-inch 2160 x 1080 AMOLED display. It is powered by MediaTek’s Helio P23 processor which is paired with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The phone has 16MP dual front cameras and a single 16MP Sony IMX298 rear camera. There is also a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The MAX 1 will run Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box and pack a 4680mAh battery with support for 12V 2A fast-charging. The battery is said to provide up to 4.5 hours of projection time.

Now to the projector. Blackview says the phone’s projector is based on Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) technology which uses laser point scanning technology for sharp and clear images. The projector’s lamp is positioned at the top of the device where you will usually find the IR blaster on a number of phones.

The projector has automatic focusing technology and takes just a second to adjust clarity. Blackview says it can project a 70-inch screen from a distance of 2 meters or a 200-inch screen from a distance of 3 meters but they also accept that its brightness isn’t as great as that of full-sized projectors based on the size. They recommend using it in a dim environment for best quality.

The Blackview MAX 1 will ship with a steel tripod for holding the phone when using it as a projector. It will also come with a mini subwoofer with support for 360° stereo surround sound.

Coolpad Cool 3 with waterdrop notch and Android Pie to launch in India tomorrow

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Feb 4, 2019

Coolpad, the China-based smartphone manufacturer, which had launched three new smartphones in the Indian market a couple of years ago, is now all set to launch its new smartphone tomorrow in India, dubbed Coolpad Cool 3.

The smartphone will feature a dewdrop notch and come with a glossy back panel. It will be available for purchase in a slew of color options. Launching tomorrow, i.e. 5th February, the smartphone is expected to be priced under Rs. 6,000, which roughly converts to $84.

Currently, the phone is confirmed to run Android 9 Pie operating system out-of-the-box. The media invite for the launch event of the smartphone also reveals that the phone will come with a dewdrop/waterdrop notch on top of the display.

The teaser of the device hints the phone could feature a sleek design with minimum bezels. There’s a possibility that the smartphone could come with a 6.3-inch IPS LCD display with Full HD+ screen resolution and 2.5D curved tempered glass protection.

On the back side, the phone is expected to feature a vertical dual camera setup along with an LED flash stacked between the two sensors. The phone’s front-facing camera will also be supporting the Face Unlock feature.

While it’s not yet confirmed if the phone will be powered by the MediaTek or Qualcomm chipset, we expect the smartphone to come with 3GB/4GB RAM and 32GB/64GB of internal storage. The phone will also support microSD card slot for expanding the phone’s storage capacity. As for the connectivity, it supports dual-SIM, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, and a micro-USB port.

At the price point of around Rs. 6,000, the smartphone will be competing against the likes of Redmi 6 and Realme C1. It will be interesting to see how the device performs against the established brands like Xiaomi and Realme.

Vivo V15 Pro live shot leaks stunning gradient design, triple camera setup

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Feb 4, 2019

Vivo V15 and Vivo V15 Pro are rumored to get announced through Vivo India’s launch event that will be held on Feb. 20. Leaks that have surfaced in the past few days have revealed that the design and key specs of the Vivo V15 Pro smartphone. Compared to the predecessor Vivo V11 Pro smartphone, the upcoming V15 Pro appears to be a huge upgrade in terms of specifications and design. Today, an Indian publication has shared a leaked live shot of the backside of the Vivo V15 Pro smartphone. The image reveals that the handset will be sporting a premium gradient color design.

As it can be seen in the below image, the Vivo V15 Pro features an irresistible gradient colored glass rear. The upper half of the back panel of the device is in black whereas a red-colored checkered design is present in the remaining half. The leaked poster of the phone that had appeared in the previous week had revealed that it would be also available in a marvelous blue color. There is no fingerprint scanner on the rear shell of the V15 Pro because it will be arriving with an in-display fingerprint scanner like the Vivo V11 Pro phone.

Previous reports have revealed that the Vivo V15 Pro would be featuring a notch-less S-AMOLED display that will offer a very high screen-to-body ratio. The exact size of its display is not known yet. The Snapdragon 675 SoC will be powering the smartphone along with 6 GB of RAM. For storage, the V15 Pro will provide users with a large storage space of 128 GB.

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The other attractive feature of the Vivo V15 Pro is that it comes equipped with a pop-up selfie camera of 32-megapixel. The triple camera module fitted on its rear includes 48-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL GM1 + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel sensors. There is no information on the battery capacity of the V15 Pro. The handset is likely to carry support for rapid charging technology.

It is speculated that the Vivo V15 Pro will be available on pre-orders starting from Feb. 15. Rumors are rife that it will be debuting in India with a price tag of Rs. 25,000 (~$350) and Rs. 30,000 (~$420).

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Samsung Galaxy S10e official renders leaked with key specifications

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Feb 4, 2019

Multiple leaks have revealed that the upcoming Galaxy S10 series will be featuring the Galaxy S10e entry-level smartphone along with Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ phones that will be packed with topnotch specs. According to WinFuture.de, the Galaxy S10e could be Samsung’s answer to Apple iPhone XR. In collaboration with popular tipster Roland Quandt, the publication had shared the press renders of the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ smartphones. Now the publication has shared leaked official renders of the Galaxy S10e.

Samsung Galaxy S10e Renders

The Galaxy S10e renders show that it will be equipped with an Infinity-O display with punch-hole at the top-right corner like the Galaxy S10 smartphone. However, compared to the 6.1-inch display on the Galaxy S10, the Galaxy S10e is expected to arrive with a smaller display of 5.8 inches. Also, the S10 will be featuring a dual edge curved screen whereas the S10e will be featuring a flat display.

The Galaxy S10e features a glass panel on its rear. The renders show that it will be available in colors like Prism Black, White and Black. The handset is also expected to be available in other color options such as Canary Yellow and Blue.

The back panel of the phone features a dual camera setup. The fingerprint scanner is neither at the front nor on the rear of the smartphone. The Power button placed on the right edge of the device is said to be embedded with a fingerprint sensor. The handset does not seem to feature a dedicated button for accessing the Bixby assistant.

Samsung Galaxy S10e Specifications and Price

The 5.8-inch display of the Galaxy S10e is expected to carry support for full HD+ resolution. Depending on the market, it may come with Snapdragon 855 or Exynos 9820 chipset. The SoC of the phone will be supported by 6 GB of RAM.

For storage, the phone will be equipped with an inbuilt storage of 128 GB and microSD card slot. It will come preloaded with Android 9 Pie OS. It will be receiving power from a 3,100mAh battery. The smartphone is expected to release in Europe with a price tag of 749 euros (~$858).

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The Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ are expected to get announced through the upcoming Feb. 20 Unpacked event. It is speculated that the company will also unleash its first foldable phone at the same event.