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).

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

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Habeeb Onawole

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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.

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

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Jeet

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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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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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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.

Read More: Vivo V15 Pro may debut as Vivo X25 for China

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).

Would you be interested in buying the Vivo V15 Pro smartphone? Share us your thoughts by posting your comments below.

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Samsung Galaxy S10e official renders leaked with key specifications

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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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).

Read More: Samsung Galaxy A90 concept render imagines what Samsung’s first pop-up camera phone may look like

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.

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Nokia 6.2 (2019) concept video reveal realistic design with punch-hole display

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 4, 2019

HMD Global will be holding a media event on Feb. 24 at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2019. There are couple of smartphones that the Finnish is rumored to announce such as Nokia 9 PureView, Nokia 8.1 Plus, Nokia 6.2 (2019), Nokia 1 Plus and more. The Nokia 6.2 (2019) is expected to break cover as the first phone from the company with punch-hole display. A concept video of the Nokia 6.2 (2019) has been shared by Concept Creator based on the rumors surrounding it.

The video begins by showing the marvelous punch-hole display of the upcoming Nokia 6.2 (2019) smartphone. The front camera is placed under a small cutout at the top-left corner. This made it possible for the company to incorporate a notch-less display of the smartphone. The chin of the device is slightly thick, and it features the Nokia brand name.

The designer has shown the glass-bodied Nokia 6.2 (2019) in multiple color options. The back panel of the phone has a vertical camera module which includes two camera sensors and an LED flash. It is followed by a fingerprint reader. The brand name of the company is also present on the rear along with Android One logo at the bottom. The designer has done a remarkable in creating realistic renders of the upcoming Nokia 6.2 (2019).

The specifications of the Nokia 6.2 (2019) had leaked in the previous month. It was revealed that it would be arriving with a 6.2-inch display that will probably carry support for full HD+ resolution. The Snapdragon 632 chipset will be present under the hood of the device. The handset is expected to release in 4 GB and 6 GB RAM versions.

Read More: Nokia TA-1157 Android One phone with dual rear cameras hits the FCC

A pair of 16-megapixel ZEISS optics is expected to be present on the backside of the Nokia 6.2 (2019). It is also rumored to carry support for OZO Audio technology by the company. There is no information available on the internal storage and battery capacity of the Nokia 6.2 (2019). The smartphone is speculated to debut first in China and later on in other markets. As of this writing, there are no details available on the price tag of the phone.

Huawei’s chairman vows the company will “never do anything to harm any country”

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 4, 2019

Since the “Huawei vs US government” debacle snowballed into a transcontinental issue, the company has been making several efforts to whittle down the mistrust some government has for the use of its technology. Since the US commenced moves to discourage and in some cases ban the use of Huawei’s technology, a few other countries have followed suit such as Japan, Australia, New Zealand. Yet, Huawei isn’t giving up, repeatedly insisting that the allegations are unfounded.

Last month, Huawei’s founder Ren Zhengfei granted an interview to the international press where he categorically stated that the company doesn’t spy for the Chinese government. He even insisted that the company will resist any attempt from the Chinese government to request for user data.

Another top executive of the Chinese company, Liang Hua who is Huawei’s chairman has added his voice on the issue. Mr Liang spoke recently to Canadian newspaper Globe and Mail where he stated that the company would “never do anything to harm any country, any organization or any individual.” Liang also added that “Technological divisions based on different ideologies or viewpoints would not be beneficial for humanity, nor for technological progress.” Further, Mr Liang denied that Huawei provides information to the Chinese government even though the company is required by domestic law to help the country in intelligence matters. Sharing user data might not be the only way that can be done and the company has even opened its doors for investigation. The good thing is, Huawei still remains an innovative company and its business continues to thrive in other markets apart from the US and a few others. Such that it is the second largest phone manufacturer in the world and expects to be number one by next year. It also is the largest global supplier of networking equipment.

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Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus gets price cut in India ahead of Galaxy S10 launch

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Jeet

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Feb 4, 2019

Samsung is all set to launch its upcoming flagship smartphone — Samsung Galaxy S10 at a launch event on 20th February. This time, the company will be launching three models in the series — Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10 Plus, and Galaxy S10E (Lite).

Now, ahead of the launch of its new flagship lineup, the South Korean company has reduced the pricing of the Galaxy S9 Plus in India. All three models have received a price cut — 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB. While the 64GB storage variant now costs Rs. 57,900 ($808), the 128GB and 256GB storage models cost Rs. 61,900 ($864) and Rs. 65,900 ($920) respectively.

The Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus features 6.2-inch Super AMOLED display which supports QHD+ resolution of 2960 x 1440 pixels. The company says that the phone comes with a new kind of coating on the screen that delivers deeper blacks.

The device is powered by Samsung’s Exynos 9810 octa-core processor with Mali G72MP18 GPU while some units are powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 845 octa-core chipset. However, both the models pack 6GB RAM.

One of the highlights of the smartphone is that it comes with improved camera experience to take on the likes of Apple’s iPhone X and Google Pixel 2. DxOMark, which tests and rates smartphone cameras, has placed Samsung Galaxy S9+ as the best camera ahead of both its rivals.

The Galaxy S9 Plus features a 12-megapixel primary rear camera and 12-megapixel secondary camera along with f/2.4-f/1.5 variable aperture, LED Flash, and 960fps super slo-mo support. On the front, the device features an 8-megapixel auto-focus camera with wide-angle lens and f/1.7 aperture.

The phone is running Android Oreo operating system out-of-the-box with TouchWiz custom interface on top. The Galaxy S9 Plus is powered by a 3,500mAh battery with support for wireless charging. Apart from the fingerprint reader, the phone also comes equipped with security features like improved KNOX and Intelligent Scan that combines Iris Scanner and face recognition.

As said, the company has scheduled Samsung ‘Unpacked’ launch event on 20th February where the company will be launching the Galaxy S10 series smartphones. The smartphones will also be showcased at the MWC 2019 in Barcelona, Spain.

XIaomi Black Shark Skywalker Snapdragon 855 phone launch could be very near

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 4, 2019

In April 2018, Xiaomi had introduced the Black Shark smartphone as its first gaming phone. There is a possibility that the Chinese manufacturer may introduce a new Black Shark gaming phone around the same time this year. Xiaomi’s Product Direct Wang Teng Thomas has confirmed on the existence of the device which indicates that its launch may not be far away.

Recently, Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun asked fans on Weibo to express their suggestions and expectations to the Black Shark crew. His Weibo posted reshared by Wang Teng Thomas in which he claimed that he had seen the new Black Shark gaming phone. The translated text of his Weibo post describes as the phone as “full of personality and very cool” which suggests that it could be well-designed phone that is fully loaded with exciting specs. He did not confirm on the name of the device.

After announcing the Black Shark gaming phone in April last year, Xiaomi had released the Black Shark Helo as its second gaming phone. Both phones are powered by Snapdragon 845 chipset, but the Helo smartphone is the world’s first phone to arrive with 10 GB of RAM. What could be the name of the next Black Shark gaming phone? It could be called the Black Shark Skywalker since a phone with the same moniker had appeared on Geekbench benchmarking platform in the previous month.

The Black Shark Skywalker was spotted with Snapdragon 855 chipset, 8 GB of RAM and Android 9 Pie OS on the benchmarking site. In the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, the smartphone had respectively scored 3494 and 11,149 points. The Black Shark Helo comes in 256 GB storage + 10 GB RAM and 128 GB storage + 6 GB / 8 GB RAM variants. Hence, there is possibility that the upcoming Black Shark phone could be also available in 10 GB RAM edition

Read More: Alleged Xiaomi Mi 9 spotted in public, sports triple rear cameras

The Snapdragon 855 chipset will be powering the 5G Android phones this year. However, there will be some non-5G phones powered by the same chipset. Hence, there is no confirmation on whether the next Black Shark phone will support 5G connectivity. Also, the other specs of the phone are under the wraps.

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Get Up To 60% Off On A Slew Of Awe-Inspiring Gifts For Women On AliExpress

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 4, 2019

Finding a perfect gift for women can be perplexing at times since there are so many choices available.

While the internet is brimming with gift ideas for girls of all ages, they aren’t necessarily easy on the pocketbook. If you are looking for cost-effective gifts that she will surely love, you have come to the right place.

As part of its latest promotion, AliExpress is doling out up to a noteworthy 60 percent off on a slew of items that can be deemed as perfect gifts for your loved one.

Dubbed as ‘Just For Her,’ this new promotion has been split into multiple categories including Fashion Accessories, Electronics, Clothing, Home Essentials, Beauty & Health and lots more.

For the sake of an instance, you can choose from a wide selection of fashion accessories that normally carry steep price tags, but are currently available at lowered prices on AliExpress.

Likewise, if you are looking for a perfect gift for a gadget lover, you can head straight to the next section called ‘Electronics.’

This section features mobile phones, smartwatches, laptop, computer accessories etc. that you can buy at reduced prices.
For example, the Lenovo K5 smartphone that sells for $140.21 can now be yours if you are willing to shell out $137.49. This is a 31 percent drop in the device’s original asking price.

If you think attire tells a lot about a person, you might want to take a gander at the next category called ‘Clothing.’ You can get your hands on a slew of latest fashionable tops, dresses, pants and lots more at unbeatable prices.

Similarly, there are big discounts available on a myriad of appliances that come in handy in day to day life under the ‘Home Essentials’ section.

Beauty and health products, sports and automobiles and gifts for kids will be available at lowered prices on AliExpress for a limited period of time.

You can follow this link to check out the promotion page and take full advantage of the discounts before the sale wraps up.

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Motorola RAZR 2019 concept renders reveals marvelous foldable phone design

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 4, 2019

Rumors have it that Motorola will launch a foldable phone. The company is reportedly planning bring back the Moto RAZR flip phone from yesteryear as a foldable device. Patent documents containing the images of the alleged Motorola RAZR 2019 were spotted in the previous week. The images had revealed the front and rear design of the device. Yanko Design has shared concept renders of the RAZR 2019 foldable phone. The design has been created on the basis of the patent images of the phone.

The 3D visualizations of the Motorola RAZR 2019 show that the foldable phone will like a squarish device when folded. Opening the device reveals a longer display that is assumed to be 19:8 aspect ratio runs from the top to the bottom. The RAZR series of flip phones from the company always featured a notch. Hence, the RAZR 2019 also sports a notch. Since it features a foldable display, the hinge present at the center is not visible when the device is opened.

The upper half on the rear side has a small display and a single-lens camera that is accompanied by an LED flash. When the device is closed, the small screen will allow users to see notifications. It is fitted with a fingerprint scanner on the lower half of the device. The volume buttons and power key are not shown on the 3D renders of the device because they were not present on the patent images. Motorola may include them on the final product.

Read More: Alleged Moto G7 Plus (XT9165-6) full specifications leaked on TENAA ahead of launch

The RAZR flip phones have always sported thin appeal. Hence, the RAZR 2019 is also expected to have a thin profile. At present, there is no information available on the specifications of the RAZR 2019. According to a Wall Street Journal report from last month, the handset will be hitting the U.S. markets with a price tag of around $1,500. The Lenovo-owned firm will reportedly tie up with Verizon to sell the device exclusively in the U.S. It is speculated that the company will be producing only 200,000 units of the RAZR 2019. There is no announcement on the official launch date of the device. It is speculated that its launch may not be far away.

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Get Big Discounts On Mecool M8S PLUS DVB S2 And A95X MAX S905X2 TV Boxes On GeekBuying [Coupons]

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 4, 2019

Touted as one of China’s best online stores for electronic items, GeekBuying offers a wide range of Android phones, TV boxes, VR headsets, RC toys and lots more at unbeatable prices.
Looks like cinephiles who fancy watching their favorite series or play popular games on a big screen without leaving the comfort of their rooms are in for a treat.

GeekBuying is now offering big discounts on the Mecool M8S PLUS DVB S2 and A95X MAX S905X2 TV boxes so that you can enjoy your favorite movies and play games without emptying your pocket.

We’ll divulge more details about the aforesaid discount and as an added bonus show how you can save a significant amount of extra money at the time of checking out. So without further ado, let’s delve straight into the details.

Mecool M8S PLUS DVB S2 TV Box

Designed to transform your regular television into a smart TV, the Mecool M8S PLUS DVB S2 runs Android 7.1 Nougat OS. Since the backstage runtime does not use the memory, it runs faster.

The TV box is powered by an Amlogic S905D 64-bit Octa-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor and it packs a competent Mali-T450 GPU, under the hood. It ships with 1GB of RAM and offers 8GB of internal storage capacity.

The feature-laden M8S PLUS DVB S2 would normally set you back $79.22, but you can now buy it for a dropped price of just $56.99 on GeekBuying.
Moreover, you can extend this 28 percent discount by applying coupon code GIZ_MGVXGQQL and get an extra $17 off during the checkout process.

As a result, the original asking price of the TV box reduces to just $52.99. Regrettably, this discount will be valid for the black color version of the M8S PLUS DVB S2 only for a few hours.

You can head straight to this link to grab the discount before the promo comes to an end.

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A95X MAX S905X2 TV Box

The 4GB RAM, 64GB ROM variant of the A95X MAX S905X2 has gone up for pre-order on GeekBuying.

More importantly, you can now avail a noteworthy discount on the aforesaid model of the TV box for a limited period of time.

The A95X MAX S905X2 normally retails for $110.05, but you can pre-order it for just $82.99 on GeekBuying.
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Oppo’s next-gen flagship smartphone named Oppo Find Z, powered by Snapdragon 855 SoC

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Jeet

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Feb 4, 2019

With Mobile World Congress 2019 about to take place later this month, smartphone manufacturers are now gearing up to launch its flagship phones. While Oppo is not expected to launch its flagship smartphone at MWC 2019, the company’s upcoming flagship smartphone has surfaced online.

According to the documents filed by the company with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (First spotted by LetsGoDigital), the upcoming flagship smartphone from Oppo will be named Oppo Find Z, which will be the successor to the Oppo Find X.

While the phone’s specifications have not leaked online yet, the device was previously spotted on benchmarking portal Geekbench, revealing that the smartphone is codenamed “Poseidon.” The Geekbench listing has also revealed the phone’s key specifications.

It suggested that the Oppo Find Z will be powered by Qualcomm’s latest flagship processor — Snapdragon 855, which is the first commercial chipset to support 5G connectivity. Recently, the company unveiled its 10x hybrid optical zoom technology for enhanced photography experience and Oppo could use the same for this flagship handset.

Oppo could also use a camera technology similar to Samsung‘s variable aperture camera, combined with the 10x optical zoom technology and a night mode feature. There’s also a possibility that the phone could pack a Time of Flight 3D camera that can be used for 3D scanning and also full body frame adjustment.

The company could also use its newly improved in-display fingerprint sensor, which now supports two-finger authentication for higher safety factor as well as a bigger fingerprint recognition area with faster authentication. However, the use of this technology on Oppo Find Z is not confirmed and currently, it’s mere speculation.

The phone will be running Android 9 Pie operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own ColorOS 6 custom interface. The battery powering the smartphone will come with support for SuperVOOC fast charging but the battery capacity is not yet known.

Meanwhile, the company is all set to launch the Oppo F11 Pro smartphone, which has already passed through certification process in three countries. It has also scheduled a launch event during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, where it could unveil its foldable smartphone and a 5G compatible smartphone. Later this year, the company is also planning to enter the smart devices market and could debut various new smart home devices such as smart headphones, smartwatches, and others.

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Get Up To 70% Off On Top-Branded RC Drones And Spare Parts On Banggood [Coupons]

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 4, 2019

Looking for great RC drones at affordable prices? You have come to the right place.

As part of its latest promotion, Banggood is now doling out a whopping 70 percent off on a wide selection of drones.

Dubbed as ‘Chinese New Year RC Drone Sales,’ this recently kicked-off promo features top-branded drones that you can buy at lowered prices.

Moreover, the promo offers Banggood users buying specific models of RC drones a chance to get extra discounts in the form of coupons.
For the sake of an instance, the DJI Mavic Pro would normally set you back $2,365.99. Thanks to a 41 percent reduction in its original asking price, the coveted RC drone can be yours for a lowered price of only $1,555.

On top of that, you can avail an extra 20% off for DJI Mavic Pro simply by applying coupon code 88b381 during the checkout process.

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All RC drones and other spare parts have been split into several categories so that Banggood users can find what they’re looking for without breaking a sweat.

Keeping in line with that, the ‘Hot Sale’ section is brimming with high-end drones from popular manufacturers like VISUO, Eachine, Hubsan, and SJRC.

More importantly, the drones included in this section have gone up for sale carrying heavily discounted price tags.

For example, the Eachine E010 Mini that usually sells for $21 is now up for grabs bearing a dropped price of just $12.99, under this category. In other words, there’s a 42 percent discount available for the E010 Mini RC drone.

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Buy Tronsmart Force SoundPulse And Element Blaze Bluetooth Speakers At Lowered Prices On GeekBuying [Coupons]

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 4, 2019

Music lovers who fancy listening to their favorite songs even while on the go usually resort to using portable speakers.
While there’s no dearth of top-branded speakers that adopt Bluetooth technology to offer wireless connectivity, these devices aren’t easy on the pocketbook.

In fact, you are likely to end up spending a lot of money on a Bluetooth speaker. But that’s about to change.

Known for jazzing up users’ audio experience, Tronsmart has now teamed up with GeekBuying to offer two of its well-received Bluetooth speakers at lowered prices on the Chinese online store.

Aside from taking full advantage of the aforesaid drop in the selling price of top-end portable speakers from Shenzhen-based Company, you can use specific coupon codes to get extra discounts during the check out process.

Tronsmart Force SoundPulse Bluetooth Speaker

Designed to provide immersive sound even on-the-go, the Tronsmart Force SoundPulse Bluetooth speaker is highly durable and powerful.

Moreover, it comes with IPX7 waterproof rating so that you can carry it to the beach or a pool party without worrying about accidental splashes. Its dual passive radiators deliver an output of about 40W with powerful bass.

While its features justify the $72.99 price tag the Tronsmart Force SoundPulse usually carries, you can now buy it for just $65.99 on GeekBuying. This is a 10 percent drop in the speaker’s retail price.

On top of that, you can use coupon code GIZ_QWMMSXXA to get an extra $7 off. In other words, you can bring the lowered retail price of the Tronsmart Force SoundPulse further down to $58.99 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon.

Aside from that, you can get a JFZ 32GB MicroSD SDHC SDXC TF card for phones and tablets as a free gift with this order. You can visit this link to avail the discount before the promo ends.

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Tronsmart Element Blaze Bluetooth Speaker

The Tronsmart Element Blaze can be effortlessly paired with one more Blaze speaker so that you can have a more engaging audio experience.

The Blaze is an IPX56 certified speaker that supports the latest innovation in Bluetooth speaker technology, True Wireless Stereo (TWS).

It houses dual passive radiators that ensure you get superior bass quality. Aside from that, it even features customizable lighting modes that can be adjusted to suit your fancy.

The Tronsmart Element Blaze Bluetooth Speaker usually carries a $79.42 price tag on both online as well as offline stores, but you can now buy it at a reduced price of just $26.99 on GeekBuying.

As if that weren’t enough, you can extend this 66 percent discount by applying coupon code GIZ_EZASAXKX. The coupon helps you save $1.35 more by reducing the speaker’s original selling price to just $25.64.

In order to avail this discount, all you need to do is to follow this link without wasting time. Note that the promo is slated to end in just one day.

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Buy Top-Branded Gaming Mouse At Lowered Prices On GearBest [Coupon Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 4, 2019

Fast and precise mouse movements play a vital role in most PC games. In other words, it is imperative for avid PC gamers to have a gaming mouse that doesn’t compromise on precision or accuracy.

While finding a premium mouse that enhances your gaming experience isn’t exactly a backbreaking task, these PC gaming accessories don’t come cheap. But that’s about to change.

Known as one of China’s best online stores for electronic items, GearBest is currently offering these must-have pc gaming accessories at lowered prices. Moreover, we’ll show how you can save more money at checkout.

Razer RZ01 – 0085 DeathAdder Ergonomic Gaming Mouse

Sporting an ergonomic design, the Razer RZ01 – 0085 DeathAdder features 1800DPI Razer 3G infrared sensor. Moreover, it comes with three high-speed response buttons that can be programmed independently.

This Razer-branded gaming mouse is made using high-quality ABS material and features a 1.8m USB wire for connection. Although it doesn’t support DPI adjustments, the Razer RZ01 – 0085 DeathAdder supports a high resolution of 1800DPI.
The Razer RZ01 – 0085 DeathAdder ergonomic gaming mouse would normally set you back $33.21, but you can now buy it at a lowered price of just $25.99 on GearBest. You can extend this 22 percent discount by using coupon code GB-34RAZ.

The aforesaid coupon helps you save an extra $2 by bringing the device’s already lowered selling price further down to just $23.99 before you click the ‘Place Your Order’ button.

You can visit this link to avail the discount, which will be valid for the black color version of the mouse. With only 88 pieces remaining, this promo is slated to end in nine days.

HXSJ A869 Wired Gaming Mouse

Looking for a professional wireless optical mouse that doesn’t cost a bomb> The HXSJ A869 might just fill the bill. It adopts an ergonomic body design for a more comfortable hand feel.

Furthermore, the HXSJ A869 is designed to deliver a seamless and sensitive operating experience. It features adjustable DPI and has an automatic power off function to ensure energy saving.
The HXSJ A869 usually sells for $7.58 but thanks to a 21 percent discount, you can now buy this feature-laden gaming mouse for just $5.99 on GearBest. You can visit this link to avail the discount on the black color version of the mouse.

It is worth noting that there were only 81 pieces left for this promo, which is slated to wrap up in nine days.

HXSJ T22 Rechargeable Vertical Wireless Mouse

The HXSJ T22 provides 2.4GHz wireless connection so that you can conveniently use for a longer duration. It resorts to using an ergonomic design in a bid to avoid carpal tunnel syndrome.

Moreover, this plug-and-play mouse delivers a maximum 2400DPI to ensure precise position. It is made using an ABS material and delivers a transmit range of 10m and even supports DPI adjustments.

While you’d normally expect a top-branded mouse offering comparable features to cost a bomb, the HXSJ T22 is currently up for sale carrying a reduced price tag of just $9.99 on GearBest.
This is a noteworthy 22 percent drop in the device’s original selling price of $12.75. Regrettably, there were only 87 pieces left for this promo, which is scheduled to end in nine days.

You can visit this link to grab the discount, which will be valid for the black color version of the mouse. Alternatively, you can buy the gray-tinted HXSJ T22 wireless mouse if you are willing to shell out $9.39.

Note that the gray color version usually retails for $12.75. There were 72 pieces remaining and the promo will end in seven days.

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Samsung Galaxy A90 concept render imagines what Samsung’s first pop-up camera phone may look like

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Habeeb Onawole

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Feb 3, 2019

The Vivo NEX was the first smartphone to launch with a pop-up selfie camera. In a few weeks, Vivo will launch its second commercially available smartphone with a pop-up camera – the Vivo V15 Pro. However, it likely won’t be the only pop-up selfie camera phone we are getting from a top manufacturer this year. It has been reported that the Samsung Galaxy A90 will also have a pop-up selfie camera. Concept renders of the device have now surfaced online.

The pop-up selfie camera design is supposed to result in a phone with a very high screen-to-body ratio. For the Galaxy A90, it will be interesting to see if it has a higher screen-to-body ratio than the Galaxy S10 which has a punch hole display or as Samsung calls it, an Infinity-O display.

These renders show that there is still a lower bezel though not a thick one. There are actually two designs for the pop-up selfie camera: one has the camera positioned on the left of the phone’s display just like that of the Vivo NEX while the other has the camera positioned in the middle.

The phone has an in-display fingerprint scanner which has already been reported to be a feature of three Galaxy A-series phones scheduled to launch this year. The Galaxy A90 is one of the devices, so it is no surprise that the designer has included it in these renders.

On its rear, the concept Galaxy A90 has three cameras stacked on top of one another and positioned in the middle of the device. The sensors all share the same housing and there is an LED flash below the setup. The manufacturer’s branding sits a few millimeters beneath it.

The images show the phone in a gradient purple finish but a leak from a few weeks ago said the Galaxy A90 will come in black, silver, and gold color variants. It has also been reported to come in only one storage configuration – 128GB.

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ASUS Beta Power User Program brings Android Pie beta to the ZenFone Max Pro M2

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Habeeb Onawole

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Feb 3, 2019

ASUS has launched its own beta program called the Beta Power User Program for users to run a beta version of its software. The program has been opened for owners of the Zenfone Max Pro M2 and allows them to run a beta version of Android Pie.

The ZenFone Max Pro M2 launched in December but ran Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. It also launched with October’s security patch. An update it received a few weeks later brought software improvements and November’s security patch.

Now, owners of the phone who can’t wait for the official Android Pie update can run a beta version by signing up for the beta program. However, there are some things you need to know before joining the program.

ASUS says it will not provide a downgrade service for beta power users. So if you update to a new version of the beta software and run into issues, you can’t roll back to an older version. The only solution is to opt out of the beta program. Also, as this is a beta software program, expect bugs and stability issues.

Below are the requirements for joining the program:

Owning a ZenFone Max Pro M2 is crucial
Willing to provide information including IMEI, Serial Number (SN), Current Firmware for the beta test setting
Be familiar with the Android operating system
Be able to read and provide feedback in English

If you meet the conditions, head here to enroll for the program.

The ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2 has a 6.26-inch FHD+ screen with a 19:9 aspect ratio and Gorilla Glass 6 protection. It is powered by a Snapdragon 660 processor and comes in 3GB, 4GB, and 6GB RAM variants with 32GB or 64GB of storage.

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Realme U1 gets permanent price cut, now INR 10,999 (~$154)

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Habeeb Onawole

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Feb 3, 2019

The Realme U1 launched a few months ago as the first Helio P70 smartphone. It had a starting price of INR 11,999 (~$168). Nearly two months since after its first sale, Realme has announced a permanent price cut for the device.

The Realme U1 will now sell for INR 10,999 for the 3GB RAM variant with 32GB of storage. The 4GB RAM variant which has double the storage and was originally sold for INR 14,999 (~$210) will now sell for INR 13,499 (~$189).

You can grab the 3GB RAM variant at the new price on Amazon India right now but the 4GB RAM version doesn’t seem to be available. Nevertheless, Realme says the price also applies offline. So check retail stores around you if you plan to get one.

The Realme U1 has a 6.3-inch FHD+ waterdrop display with Gorilla Glass 3 on top. On its back is a 13MP + 2MP dual camera combo while a 25MP f/2.0 camera sits in front for selfies.

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New Indian law prevents retailer exclusivity for products

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Habeeb Onawole

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Feb 3, 2019

When a phone launches in India, it is not unusual to hear manufacturers say the phone is exclusive to a particular retailer such as Flipkart and Amazon. A new law in India has put an end to this practice.

According to reports, the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion which is under India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry modified the policy of Foreign Direct Investment in India (FDI). The new policy brings new changes which took effect on February 1.

The policy prevents owners of e-commerce websites from selling products via vendors they have equity in. For example, Amazon can’t sell products through Cloudtail India which it has equity in and is one of the largest sellers on the platform. This means several Amazon items such as Amazon Echos which are sold on the platform are no longer available for purchase from the seller.

As at when the policy took effect, Amazon Echo items were pulled off the site but they are back now. However, its household items sold under the Presto brand are currently unavailable.

The new policy also prevents e-commerce stores from being the exclusive retailer for selling certain phones. In a letter to its associates that has been made public, Amazon says it has ceased using the phrase “Amazon Exclusives” in all formats and across all media (online and offline marketing). It advised its associates to also cease using the phrase with immediate effect and suggested they use “Available Online on Amazon.in” instead.

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