Samsung announces Galaxy Tab S5e and Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (2019) ahead of Unpacked event

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Feb 15, 2019

Samsung‘s big event is scheduled for February 20 but the Korean giant has already announced a number of products ahead of the launch. We guess it is to prevent next week’s product launch from being too crowded. Today, it announced the Galaxy Tab S5e and the Galaxy Tab A (2019) which are pretty interesting devices.

Galaxy Tab S5e

Don’t be fooled by the name, the Galaxy Tab S5e isn’t as powerful as the Galaxy Tab S4 which is currently Samsung’s most powerful tablet at the moment but it does pack some punch too. And of course, the name hints at the arrival of the Galaxy Tab S5 in the future.

The tablet has an aluminum body and comes in black, gold, and silver. It measures 245 x 160 x 5.5 mm and weighs 400g making it Samsung’s lightest and slimmest tablet till date. However, that slim profile means the audio jack gets to go.

The Galaxy Tab S5e has a 10.5-inch 2560 x 1600 Super AMOLED display with slim bezels. It is powered by a Snapdragon 670 processor with 4GB/6GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB of expandable storage (512GB max.).

It has a 13MP primary camera on its back and an 8MP selfie camera. There is Dolby Atmos which is integrated with AKG-tuned quad speakers. Samsung says the speakers have auto rotate stereo technology that automatically determines if you are holding the tablet in portrait or landscape mode.

The Tab S5e runs Android 9 Pie out of the box with One UI on top. There is Bixby 2.0 so you can use it as a hub to control your smart home devices. It packs a 7,040mAh battery with support for fast charging via a USB type-c port. The tablet comes with Spotify and a free three months premium subscription for new members. There is no audio jack but there is a Type-C connector in the box. A fingerprint scanner is buried under the power button and there is also support for face unlock.

Samsung says the Galaxy Tab S5e will launch in the second quarter of the year with a starting price of $400 in the US. There will be LTE and Wi-Fi only variants priced at €479 and €419 respectively with availability scheduled for April 5 in Germany. Samsung says pre-orders will begin March 14 and run through April 4 with a free pair of AKG Headphones Y500 included. It will also be available via carriers later in the year.

The tablet will have an optional keyboard sleeve that connects via pogo pins if you need to use it for some light work. It also has Samsung DeX in case you want to use it as a desktop PC. We think it would have been really nice if the Galaxy Tab S5e shipped with an S Pen.

Galaxy Tab A 10.1 ( 2019)

The Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (2019) also launched today, in Germany. It is much cheaper than the Galaxy Tab S5e and also comes with less powerful specs. It has a 10.1-inch 1920 x 1200 IPS LCD display surrounded by much thicker bezels. There is an Exynos 7904 under the metal housing and it is paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage (400GB max.).

The Tab A 10.1 (2019) has an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front-facing camera with support for face unlock. There are dual speakers with Dolby Atmos, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port. It packs a 6150mAh battery and comes in black, silver, and gold too. It also ships with Android 9 Pie with One UI on top.

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Sony Xperia L3 specs, renders and price details surfaced ahead of MWC launch

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Simranpal Singh

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Feb 15, 2019

Sony is ready to launch various smartphones at the upcoming Mobile World Congress (MWC 2019) in Barcelona. Already, multiple reports have hinted the specs and other details of the forthcoming Xperia devices. In addition, a new leak has surfaced leaking most of the details about the upcoming entry-level device, Xperia L3. As per the source, Sony Xperia L3 is a refined version of its predecessor. It carries various improvements with a better display and hardware specs.

The new renders of the Xperia L3 have surfaced just ahead of its official launch at MWC 2019. As per the renders, the Sony Xperia L3 will sport a dual rear camera set up along with a side -mounted fingerprint sensor. It will have a 5.7-inch display with a 1440 x 720 resolution. It’s 18:9 screen ratio will bring broader viewing experience.

As far as the look is concerned, Xperia L3 will come with an LED flash and a dual camera on the rear side. Moreover, on the bottom side, it will feature a speaker grill and a USB type-C port. It will feature a 3.5 mm audio port on the top side. Surprisingly, Sony is going to debut a side fingerprint sensor which will help users to unlock device more comfortably.

Sony Xperia L3 Renders

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Sony Xperia L3 is set to feature a 3GB RAM coupled with a 32 GB storage. Currently, the processor details are not out but are expected to host a mid-level chipset. In the camera department, there will be a 13 megapixel + 2-megapixel depth sensor on the backside. An 8-megapixel camera is present on the front side for beautiful selfies.

As per the source, the new entry-level device will host 3300 mAh battery and will run on Android 8.1 Oreo. It is said to retail at the price of 199 euros which roughly converts to ~1519 Yuan.

Read More: Sony Xperia L3 passes through FCC; packs 5.7-inch display and 3GB RAM

Well, only a few days are left for its official unveiling. We suggest you guys wait for a few more days before speculating anything else. What are your expectations from the new Xperia devices? Share your thoughts via comments below.

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Oppo R19 not coming confirms Vice President, Shen Yiren

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Simranpal Singh

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Feb 15, 2019

Oppo did an outstanding job last year by announcing Oppo R17 with an in-screen display. Many tech enthusiasts applauded it for innovation. Later, the users even verified the facts as being an excellent device last year. Due to its massive sales, we were expecting the R19 this year with a similar approach. There were many rumors and leaks also which were pointing towards its release. Amid all the leaks, Vice President of Oppo and the leader of Domestic division, Shen Yiren said that Oppo R19 is not going to launch this year.

Today, giving information about the advancements, Shen took to his official Weibo handle and announced the delay in R19 launch this year. There are many other announcements which followed as replies on Weibo by Shen. As per the VP of Oppo, the Chinese company is keen on bringing new selfie centric devices to emerging markets. Unknowingly, it seems Yiren has confirmed the Oppo F11 Pro launch in Asia Pacific region in upcoming months. It is the Oppo’s next innovative device with a revolutionary pop-up camera design. Oppo F11 Pro will come with a front full screen and Snapdragon high-level chipset. Further, it is expected to hit the markets in Africa such as Kenya, Morocco, and the Gulf region.

Further, he even discussed the foldable displays and said they are not providing any significant value. He said this on the basis of experience he had with the engineering prototypes of the foldable display. As per him, the foldable displays are not serving the purpose and are not solving any problem. These views won’t end all the rumors which stated that Oppo is working on a foldable device. Indeed, it will give rest to those rumors which were seen on the web from the recent past.

In January, Oppo CEO Chen Mingyong also discussed their views regarding the upcoming 5G devices. In an interview with Qualcomm China, Chen said that they are working on to build a 5G compatible device. Oppo is soon going to launch a new smartphone with Snapdragon 855.

Read More: Oppo K1 to go on sale in India today for the first time, costs Rs. 16,990 ($239)

Many new technologies will make debut in this year’s Oppo flagship device. As seen in January at Future Technology communication Conference in Bejing, Oppo’s 10x hybrid optical zoom and a new in-screen fingerprint sensor are expected to come packed with upcoming Oppo’s high-end device.

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Energizer Power Max P18K Pop vs Xiaomi Mi Max 3 vs Moto G7 Power: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Feb 15, 2019

The battery life is the only element of a specs sheet in which most of the midrange phones are better than flagships. Most of the smartphones that offer the longest battery life can be found in the midrange segment and the latest one rocking one of the biggest batteries ever is the Energizer Power Max P18K Pop. It has several rivals, but it is definitely the most impressive under this point of view. But will it be a nice device even when it comes to other specs? In order to let you find out, we compared it with other outstanding big battery phones: the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 and the Motorola Moto G7 Power.

Energizer Power Max P18K vs Xiaomi Mi Max 3 vs Motorola Moto G7 Power

	Energizer Power Max P18K	Xiaomi Mi Max 3	Motorola Moto G7 Power
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	74.8 x 153 x 18 mm	176.2 x 87.4 x 8 mm, 221 grams	159.4 x 76 x 9.3 mm, 193 grams
DISPLAY	6.2 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 409 ppi, IPS LCD	6.9 inches, 1080 x 2160p (Full HD+), 350 ppi, IPS LCD	6.2 inches, 720 x 1570p (Full HD+), 279 ppi, LTPS IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	MediaTek Helio P70, octa-core 2.1 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, octa-core 1.8 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz
MEMORY	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE	Android 9 Pie	Android 8.1 Oreo	Android 9 Pie
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 12 + 5 + 2 MP Dual 16 + 2 MP front camera	Dual 12 +5 MP f/1.9 8 MP f/2.0 front camera	12 MP, f/2.0 8 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY	18.000 mAh, fast charging	5500 mAh, fast charging	5000 mAh, fast charging
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot

Design

Energizer Power Max P18K Pop has undoubtedly the most impressive design. The known batteries manufacturer realized a phone with a screen-to-body ratio close to 100 percent without the aid of a notch or other similar solutions, thanks to pop-up front cameras. On the other hand, note that this handset is very thick due to its monster battery, so if you want a device that you can easily keep in a pocket or bring everywhere you want, go for the Moto G7 Power that also comes with a smaller display and a better build quality. It is splash resistant and rocks the Gorilla Glass 3 protection for the display.

Display

Xiaomi Mi Max 3 is one of the phablets with the biggest screen, it is almost a tablet, and that is why I choose it as the winner of this comparison. Big displays such as the one found on the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 are currently very rare to find on a phone. Further, it is a display that offers a higher resolution than Moto G7 Power and the same Full HD+ resolution as the Energizer Power Max P18K Pop. So even on the qualitative side, it is a very nice panel.

Specs & Software

The most performing handset is the Energizer Power Max P18K Pop. Despite its huge battery, the company did not release it as a flagship-class device. But it is an upper-midrange with the powerful Helio P70 SoC by MediaTek, that is superior to 630 series chipsets by Qualcomm. The second place goes to Xiaomi Mi Max 3 that is equipped with a Snapdragon 636 chipset and up to 6 GB of RAM, but unlike its rivals, it comes with Android Oreo pre-installed instead of the latest version Pie.

Camera

It is a hard challenge between Xiaomi Mi Max 3 and Energizer Power Max P18K Pop. We still do not know the complete specs of the triple rear camera found on the Energizer device: they will be unveiled at MWC 2019. But this handset will probably have better camera performances than Xiaomi Mi Max 3, overall. It even rocks a dual front camera that will be able to capture depth info in a very nice way. The camera department is not the strongest point of the Moto G7 Power by Motorola, but it is still sufficient for social networks and decent low-light shots.

Battery

There are very high chances that Energizer Power Max P18K Pop is the smartphone with the longest battery life in the market, alongside a few other devices. Xiaomi Mi Max 3 probably takes the second place, but we can not say it for sure until we test the Moto G7 Power thoroughly, as its HD display, the software optimization and its Snapdragon 632 chipset may be hiding surprises. Fortunately, all the devices come with a fast charging technology, that is a very important thing for devices with a huge battery if you do not want to keep your device connected to a wall charger for a lot of hours.

Price

You can currently get a Xiaomi Mi Max 3 for just €230/$260, Moto G7 Power will debut soon with a €210/$236 price tag, while the price of the Energizer Power Max P18K Pop will be unveiled at MWC 2019. Energizer Power Max P18K Pop is the most complete handset, but we are yet to see if its value for money will be high and sufficient to make people prefer it to the Xiaomi Mi Max 3.

Read More: Alleged Energizer Power Max K18 Pro with massive 18,000mAh battery launching soon

Energizer Power Max P18K Pop vs Xiaomi Mi Max 3 vs Motorola Moto G7 Power: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3

PROs

Bigger display
Good price
Fast charging
Stereo speakers

CONS

Dimensions

Motorola Moto G7 Power

PROs

Very affordable
Fast charging
Splash resistant
More compact

CONS

Lower-end hardware

Energizer Power Max P18K Pop

PROs

Biggest battery ever
Pop-up cameras and high stb ratio
Good performance
Great design

CONS

Very thick

Lenovo Watch X packs various security bugs reveals a researcher

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Simranpal Singh

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Feb 15, 2019

Lenovo Watch X, launched last year as an affordable smartwatch for users in China. It was mainly designed to attract budget smartwatch segment users. Despite its low price tag, it was not well received by users due to various flaws in it. As per users, the performance of the watch was not as per the expectations. Well, in addition to the performance, its security has also been out an order with various bugs and issues as revealed by a researcher.

Erez Yalon, head of security research at Checkmarx has revealed that there are many severe bugs in the Lenovo Watch X. There are several vulnerabilities in the watch which can allow attackers to get hold of confidential information. It can even trigger the hijacking of accounts and spoofing of phone calls. Erez has further added that the hacker can change users’ password and can steal all data on the watch.

In total, there are six vulnerabilities which undermine the privacy and security of the users. As per the Erez Yalon, the watch was using unencrypted communication to send confidential data to the server. There’s was no encryption on the data being communicated between the servers and the device. He even tested by entering his email and password on the watch. Later, he intercepted the same information which went to the server in unencrypted plain text. He addressed that “The entire API was unencrypted, All data was transferred in plain text.”

The usage of plain text can allow sniffer to track any user with the Watch’s location data (latitude and longitude) being sent over to the server. Even though, there’s no validation check on the password reset request, allowing to change the password without any confirmation email.

Lenovo Watch X wrong permissions can allow attackers to see the incoming calls log. Moreover, a write permission policy can let anyone send the command to the watch. It can trigger any action on the watch which is a matter of concern for its users.

It is quite easy and simple to sniff the LG Watch X said Yalon. Further, he noted that the number of permissions on Watch X could lead to more severe security issues. In order to fix the bugs and consolidate the security issues, Yalon has recommended a few things. He said encrypted data would prevent a couple of security issues on the App. Further, fixing API permission can eliminate most of the vulnerabilities.

read More: Lenovo Z5 Pro is now available through open sale in China, price starts at 1998 Yuan ($294)

Although, in response to the recent research by Erez Yalon, Lenovo said that they are pushing an update. In actual, Lenovo spokesperson Andrew Baron quoted, “The Watch X was designed for the China market and is only available from Lenovo to limited sales channels in China. Our [security team] team has been working with the [original device manufacturer] that makes the watch to address the vulnerabilities identified by a researcher and all fixes are due to be completed this week.”

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TSMC to commence mass production of Qualcomm’s 7nm Snapdragon 855 chipset soon

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 15, 2019

Since Taiwanese chipmaker MediaTek is already out of the high-end chipset market, that segment is expected to be dominated by flagship phones that will be powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 855 chipset. Already, there are indications that Samsung’s next-generation flagship, the Galaxy S10 series will be powered by the new chipset but it won’t be the first phone to have the chip. Xiaomi is also billed to unveil the flagship Mi 9 on February 20, same day Samsung will launch the Galaxy S10 models.

From the Taiwanese supply chain comes the news that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) will soon commence the mass production of the Snapdragon 855 chipset. This is expected to cater for a large number of orders Qualcomm is said to have received from OEMs like Samsung, Xiaomi, LG, Nokia and several others.

The orders from Qualcomm will, no doubt, boost TSMC’s revenue in no distant time. The foundry was already facing a slump in its revenue due to reduction in orders for iPhone chips. The revenue is expected to pick up around July when most of the orders must have been delivered. TSMC projects 2019 to be a slow year for it and the entire semiconductor industry. However, it believes the competitiveness of its 7nm node manufacturing will ensure it still outperforms the industry average.

The Snapdragon 855 is Qualcomm’s first 7nm chipset and it features a multi-core AI engine which Qualcomm claims to deliver up to three times better AI performance compared to its previous mobile platform, the Snapdragon 845. The new chipset also comes with Computer Vision (CV) ISP for enhanced computational photography which performs the same way as Google’s Night Sight feature for Pixel devices, thus substantially improving imaging in low-light areas.

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Redmi Note 7 may soon be available on open sale as it goes on flash sale again after just three days

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 15, 2019

Xiaomi today put up the Redmi Note 7 on another flash sale, the second of such since after the Chinese New year. The first flash sale after the Chinese lunar new year took place on February 12 and then, just three days later, it has gone on sale again. The gap between the first and second flash sale is an indication that the available stock has been boosted. Don’t forget the first post-New year flash sale was sold out in minutes.

The Redmi Note 7 has been a very hot-selling device since its first sale. The first round of sale was sold out in just about 8 minutes and 36 seconds with hundreds of thousands of units sold. The third round of flash sale was even sold out faster within just 2 minutes and 50 seconds. So far, Xiaomi disclosed that it has sold over 1 million units of the Redmi Note 7 in China. The device is meant to go on sale in India later this February, specifically on February 28. The Chinese manufacturer may likely push the device to other markets around the globe in no distant time.

As a reminder, the Redmi Note 7 comes with a powerful specs lineup with the premium Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset at its heart. On the camera end, the device packs a 48MP main camera in a dual camera arrangement.

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Samsung Galaxy S10+ variant with 12 GB RAM, 1 TB storage spotted on AnTuTu and Geekbench

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 15, 2019

Samsung Galaxy S10+ is debuting with Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10e on next Wednesday. Rumors have revealed that the South Korean company will be releasing the Galaxy S10+ in two models such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 512 GB storage. Also, there will be a premium version of the Galaxy S10+ that will come with ceramic body. It is said to be a limited-edition of the phone with 12 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage. This monstrous variant has appeared on Geekbench and AnTuTu benchmarking platforms to reveal its performance prowess.

Samsung Galaxy S10+ Geekbench Listing

Recent reports have confirmed that the model number of Galaxy S10+ is SM-G975F. The Exynos 9820 chipset variant of the SM-G975F with 12 GB of RAM and Android 9 Pie OS has been spotted on Geekbench. In the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, the handset has respectively scored 4450 and 9753 points.

Samsung Galaxy S10+ AnTuTu Listing

The Samsung SM-G975F has also appeared with the same specs on AnTuTu. The listing reveals that the Galaxy S10+ carries support for full HD+ resolution. It is nothing but the default resolution supported by the phone. Like the predecessor model, it will deliver up to quad HD+ resolution. The AnTuTu listing reveals that the Galaxy S10+ has recorded an average benchmarking score of 326,185.

Read More: Samsung Galaxy M30 price in India could be Rs. 14,990 (~$210); Release date could be in early March

Rumors are rife Samsung will be releasing the Snapdragon 855 mobile platform edition of the Galaxy S10+ in select markets like the U.S., China, Canada and so on. The Exynos 9820 variant will be released in other regions. The premium edition of the phone is expected to release in two color choices such as Luxurious Ceramic White and Ceramic Black. The above shown renders of the ceramic edition of the S10+ have been shared by My Smart Price.

The 6 GB RAM variant of the S10+ may release in colors like Black, Green, White and Blue whereas the 8 GB RAM model may come in colors such as Prism Black, Green, Pearl White and Blue. In Europe, the 6 GB, 8 GB and 12 GB RAM editions of the Galaxy S10+ may respectively cost 999 euros (~$1,125), 1,249 euros (~$1,409) and 1,499 euros (~$1,635).

Xiaomi suffers loss as truck transporting Mi phones is looted in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 15, 2019

Phone theft is one of the global epidemics which has refused to go. According to Consumer Reports, 3.1 million Americans were the victims of smartphone theft in 2013, up from 1.6 million in 2012. Another form of phone theft is carried out by raiding retail stores. Until recently, we never thought trucks conveying phones will be the target of robbers since the trucks are usually unmarked. But in India, it is fast becoming a thing.

A truck conveying Xiaomi cell phones has reportedly been robbed in India. The truck which was transporting Mi phones worth Rs 1 crore was on its way to Kolkata from Sri City. The robbery took place at a truck lay-by bay where the driver had stopped to rest for a while. The driver was then beaten and tied to a tree and then drove his truck away. The miscreants, who were said to be about four in number, reportedly stopped the vehicle at a nearby village where they transferred the cell phones to another unidentified truck and fled with the spoils. Locals, who found the driver tied to the tree, rescued him and informed the police, who swung into action to trace the truck.

The Indian Police force is already investigating the incident which they believe was preplanned and is suspected to have got the cooperation of company “insider”. The truck was an unmarked one so it is highly likely that the robbers had prior knowledge of what was inside. We do hope the crime gets unravelled soon but until then, Xiaomi India may have to device stricter security protocols for transporting its cargo.

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Buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 And Mi Max 3 Smartphones At Lowered Prices On GeekBuying [Coupons Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 15, 2019

Touted as one of China’s best online electronic stores, GeekBuying has launched the ‘EU Stock Super Deals’ promotion.

As part of the recently kicked-off promo, GeekBuying is doling out up to a whopping 80 percent off on a wide selection of products.

These items have been split into multiple categories so that loyal GeekBuying users can find exactly what they’re looking for without breaking a sweat.

Keeping in line with that, the ‘Local Stock’ category has been split into Phones & Laptops, TV Boxes, Toys And More Gadgets, sub-categories.

We’ll take a gander at two Xiaomi-branded smartphones that have gone up for sale carrying dropped prices on GeekBuying.

Moreover, we’ll show how you can save a considerable amount of extra money during the checkout process.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

Xiaomi took the wraps off the long-awaited Redmi Note 5 smartphone earlier this month. Loaded with an impressive array of features, the phone is expected to sweep Xiaomi fans off their feet.

The global version of the Redmi Note 5 smartphone that ships with 4GB of RAM and offers 64GB of internal storage capacity usually retails for $299.50, but you can buy it for just $209.99 on GeekBuying.

As if that weren’t enough, you can extend this 30 percent discount by applying coupon code GIZ_YSSRYTPE.
The coupon helps you save $40 extra by reducing the phone’s original asking price to just $199.99 before placing your order.

You can follow this link to check out more details and grab the discount, which will be valid for the black color version of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 smartphone. Note that the promo will end in just four days.

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Xiaomi Mi Max 3

The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 smartphone was launched in July last year. Sporting a mammoth 6.9-inch display, the phone garnered huge popularity among those who fancy watching their favorite videos or playing popular on a big-screen mobile device.

The global version of the Mi Max 3 usually retails for $372.99 but is currently available carrying a heavily discounted price tag of just $269.99 on GeekBuying.

This is a noteworthy 28 percent reduction in the phone’s original selling price. This discount is valid for the 4GB RAM, 64GB ROM variant which comes in the black color version.
Aside from taking advantage of the above-mentioned discount, you can apply coupon code GIZ_PUBTLCFR to get an extra $20 off.

In other words, you can bring the already reduced retail price of the Mi Max 3 smartphone further down to just$259.99 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon.

You can visit this link in order to avail the discount. It is worth noting that the promo will come to an end in just three days.

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Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer Edition will be the most powerful smartphone in the world, claims Xiaomi co-founder

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 15, 2019

Xiaomi will be launching the Xiaomi Mi 9 flagship phone on Feb. 20. Last year, the company had announced the Mi 8 Explorer Edition smartphone along with Xiaomi Mi 8. Hence, some rumors have claimed that the Mi 9 Explorer Edition phone will be also debuting alongside the Mi 9. A leaked render of the Mi 9 Explorer Edition with four rear-facing cameras is now doing rounds on Weibo. However, there has been no official confirmation on its existence from the company. Today, Xiaomi co-founder Wang Chuan has confirmed that the Mi 9 Explorer Edition is the most powerful smartphone in the world.

Chuan has claimed that he has been using the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer Edition since some time and it is the most powerful mobile phone in the planet. He has also said that the handset will be equipped with one additional camera. Also, the smartphone has some surprises for its fans. The Mi 8 Explorer Edition from last year featured a transparent rear. There is a possibility that its successor may come with a similar appeal. Since the predecessor phone was praised for its appearance, the Mi 9 Explorer Edition may come with a radical design.

There is no information available on the specifications of the Mi 9 Explorer Edition. Like the Mi 9, the Mi 9 Explorer Edition is likely to be powered by the Snapdragon 855 SoC. The Xiaomi Mi 8 was introduced with 6 GB of RAM whereas the Mi 8 Explorer Edition had arrived with 8 GB of RAM. The Chinese manufacturer may offer higher specs on the Mi 9 Explorer Edition than the Mi 9 phone.

Read More: [Updated: Renders of purple variant added] Xiaomi’s CEO Lei Jun releases official renders of the Mi 9

The company is already selling the Black Shark Helo and Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 in 10 GB RAM versions in China. Hence, there is a possibility that the Mi 9 Explorer Edition could be equipped with 10 GB of RAM. There is a possibility that it may offer a higher screen space than the Mi 9 by featuring a notch-less display.

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Buy Alfawise A20 And BP – M400 LCD Home Theater Projector At Best Prices On GearBest

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 15, 2019

GearBest has launched a new promotion called ‘2019 New Debut Deals,’ giving its loyal users a chance to get their hands on a wide selection of items at considerably lowered prices.

In order to simplify and expedite the search process, all products have been divided into specific categories like New Debut, Best Deals, Super Coupon etc.

The products included on the promotion page comprise top-branded smartphones and phablets like the Xiaomi Black Shark.

You can also find computer accessors like the Alfawise WM02 wireless mouse, along with well-received game consoles, smart watches, projectors and a slew of other products.

We’ll take a gander at the Alfawise A20 Home Smart projector and the BP – M400 LCD Home Theater projector that has gone up for sale on GearBest.

Alfawise A20 Home Smart Projector

The A20 is the latest projector from Alfawise. This upgraded projector is capable of delivering up to 30 percent more brightness than a standard projector.

Aside from that, the A20 has LED lighting that generates an impressive lumens brightness of 2300.

Moreover, the A20 supports a maximum resolution of 1080P and a contrast ratio of 1200:1 for true-to-life images.

The visual output is more three-dimensional providing an immersive experience.

The basic version of the Alfawise A20 is available in black and white color versions. The white-tinted A20 would normally set you back $106.58 on GearBest.

The black color version of the A20 smart projector, on the other hand, carries a $105.01 price tag.

Alternatively, you can go for the pro version, which has gone up for sale carrying a $120.65 price tag on GearBest. Note that the pro version is only available in the black color version.

You can follow this link to buy the Alfawise A20.

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BP – M400 LCD Home Theater Projector

The BP – M400 projector is a great choice for those who fancy watching your favorite movie on a big screen without leaving the comfort of your home.

It supports 1080P UHD images that take your movie watching experience to the next level.

Moreover, it comes with built-in HiFi stereo speaker that adds more thrill and excitement to your favorite movie.

The BP – M400 is currently up for grabs in two color versions including white and black. While the aforesaid color versions usually sell for $72.22, you can now get them for just $61.99.

This is a noteworthy 14 percent reduction in the original asking prices of the white and black color versions. Note that the estimated shipping time for the product is 15-20 business days.

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

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Samsung Galaxy M30 price in India could be Rs. 14,990 (~$210); Release date could be in early March

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 15, 2019

At the beginning of this month, Samsung introduced the Galaxy M10 and Galaxy M20 smartphones to take on the likes of popular Chinese branded phones in the mid-range segment in India. The company is now reportedly gearing up to introduce the Galaxy M30 smartphone. Plenty of details of the smartphone have appeared in recent reports. The handset has also been approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the U.S. A fresh report by IANS has revealed that the smartphone will be releasing in India in the first week of the coming month. Also, the smartphone is tipped hit the market with a price tag of Rs. 14,990 (~$210).

The Samsung Galaxy M30 that will be aimed towards millennials like the Galaxy M10 and M20 smartphones will be equipped with a 6.38-inch full HD+ Super AMOLED display with Infinity-V notch design. The Exynos 7904 that powers the Galaxy M20 will be also fueling the Galaxy M30. The report has further revealed that India will be receiving the 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage variant of the M30.

Just as the M20 and M10 phones come in two variants, there is a possibility that Samsung may release its 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage edition. It will be packed with a 5,000mAh battery. The smartphone is expected to sport a triple camera module on its rear which include sensors like 13-megapixel primary sensor, 5-megapixel wide-angle lens and a 5-megapixel depth sensor. It may feature a front-facing camera of 15-megapixel. For security, it will be equipped with features like rear-facing fingerprint sensor and face unlock. It may release in Blue and Black color editions in India.

Read More: Samsung Galaxy A50, A30 and A10 full specifications leaked

Xiaomi will be debuting the Redmi Note 7 smartphone on Feb. 28. The Galaxy M30 arriving in first week of the coming month could be one of the major rivals for Redmi Note 7 in India.

What do you think about the rumored pricing of the Galaxy M30? Will it be a good rival for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

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Xiaomi Mi 9 is Powered by Snapdragon 855, Confirms Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 15, 2019

Earlier this week, Xiaomi had released a chat video showing Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun and brand ambassador Wang Yuan talking about the Xiaomi Mi 9. Through the chat, Jun had confirmed that the Mi 9 is a powerful smartphone. He had also revealed that it is equipped with four cameras which comprises of one selfie shooter and triple rear snappers. Today, Jun and Yuan have appeared in another chat video to confirm that the Xiaomi Mi 9 will be powered by the Snapdragon 855 mobile platform.

Recent reports have revealed that the Xiaomi Mi 9 which is internally codenamed as “Battle Angle” is the super-powerful flagship phone of the year. Probably, the Xiaomi Mi 9 may debut as China’s first smartphone with Snapdragon 855 SoC. In the latest chat video with Yuan, Jun also hinted the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a very colorful device.

Yesterday, Jun had shared marvelous renders of the holographic color variants of Blue and Purple. He confirmed that the Mi 9 sports unique colors because it is built with nano-level laser engraving holographic technology and dual layer nano coating.

Read More: [Updated: Renders of purple variant added] Xiaomi’s CEO Lei Jun releases official renders of the Mi 9

Coming back to the processor of the Xiaomi Mi 9, rumors have claimed that the Snapdragon 855 SoC will be accompanied by X24 LTE modem. This indicates that the Mi 9 won’t carry support for 5G connectivity since it won’t feature the Snapdragon X50 LTE modem. Last month, a Xiaomi flagship phone had appeared with “Xiaomi Cepheus” moniker on Geekbench. It was speculated that the Cepheus handset could be the forthcoming Xiaomi Mi 9 phone. It was speculated that the Cepheus handset could be the Xiaomi Mi 9 phone.

The Xiaomi Mi 9 is expected to feature a 6.4-inch waterdrop-style notched display. It is expected to feature an in-display fingerprint scanner. It may draw battery from 3,500mAh battery that may support 27W fast charging. For photography, it may feature Sony IMX586 48-megapixel snapper, a 12-megapixel sensor and a 3D ToF lens in its triple camera setup and 24-megapixel Sony IMX576 selfie camera. The handset will be debuting on Feb. 20 and it will be showcased at the upcoming Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2019 tech expo.

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Pre-Order Astrolux FT03 LED Flashlight For Only $29.99 On Banggood [Coupon Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 15, 2019

Looking for a cost-effective flashlight that doesn’t compromise on quality? The Astrolux FT03 might just fill the bill.

Astrolux strikes a perfect balance between innovative technology and a practical design for its latest FT03 LED flashlight.

The budget flashlight brand is known for manufacturing, providing flashlights and a slew of other lighting accessories that are easy on the pocketbook.

While the Astrolux FT03 has gone up for pre-order bearing a $45.95 price tag on Banggood, Astrolux is giving you a chance to get your hands on the feature-laden flashlight at a lowered price.

You can use coupon code AFT03 in order to grab an extra $15.96 off. In other words, you can reduce the original asking price of the Astrolux FT03 down to just $29.99 before proceeding to checkout, but that’s not all.
The second bonus involves receiving your order for absolutely free. The system will randomly pick five lucky customers who bought the Astrolux FT03 from the promotion page.

After picking the lucky winners, the system will remove the shipping charges from their order.

A total of 35 winners will be selected and the winners’ list will be revealed the next day. Note that this offer will only be valid until February 20th.

An absolute bargain at this price, the FT03 uses Narsil smooth RAMPING UI and offers quick access to a TURBO mode. The Astrolux FT03 comes in cool white and natural white design options.

The FT03 boasts a more customary, carefully designed MODE-SET UI. Moreover, it gives the user an option to select one of the twelve predefined mode-sets.

Alternatively, you can get a 27 percent off on the Astrolux S43S LED flashlight that normally sells for $39.95 but can now be yours for just $29 on Banggood.

There’s a 29 percent discount available on the Astrolux MF01 LED flashlight that usually carries a $109.95 price tag.

Thanks to the aforesaid discount, you can now buy it for just $78 on Banggood.

You can click here to visit the promotion page and check out the rest of the LED flashlights and lighting tools that you can buy for reduced prices on Banggood.

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Buy Top Variants Of Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Smartphone At Slashed Prices On GeekBuying [Coupons Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 15, 2019

GeekBuying is giving Xiaomi fans a chance to get their hands on top variants of the Redmi Note 7 smartphone at considerably reduced prices.
Aside from shedding light on the aforesaid discounts, we’ll even show how you can save a significant amount of extra money before proceeding to checkout.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 (3GB RAM, 32GB ROM) – Black

This variant is a great choice for those who aren’t keen on using a lot of onboard storage space by saving numerous multimedia files and don’t need an enormous amount of RAM.

While this Redmi Note 7 model would normally set you back $258.99, you can now buy it for just $225.99 on GeekBuying. This is a 13 percent drop in the variant’s original asking price.

Moreover, you can use coupon code GIZ_GBQRKJUJ to get an extra $36 off.

In other words, you can bring the already reduced retail price of the phone further down to only $189.99 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon.

You can visit this link to check out more details and avail the discount before the promo wraps up!

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 (4GB RAM, 64GB ROM) – Black

This is a slightly larger variant of the Redmi Note 7 that ships with 4GB of RAM and offers 64GB of internal storage capacity. This model is available in the black color version.

In order to get your hands on this variant, you’d usually end up spending $314.99, but you can now buy it for a reduced price of just $265.99 on GeekBuying.

Moreover, you can extend this 16 percent discount by applying coupon code GIZ_PDXUFECL before checking out.
The above-mentioned coupon helps you save $36 more by bringing the original selling price of the phone down to just $229.99 at the time of checking out.

In order to ensure you do not end up missing the opportunity to buy this well-received variant of the Redmi Note 7 at a lowered price, all you need to do is to follow this link before the promo ends.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 (6GB RAM, 64GB ROM) – Black

Capable of handling advanced multitasking like browsing, running applications etc., this variant comes with 6GB of RAM and features 64GB of internal storage capacity.

While it usually carries a steep $346.99 price tag, this model has now gone up for sale bearing a heavily discounted price of just $299.99 on GeekBuying.

If this 14 percent discount doesn’t impress you much, you can use coupon code GIZ_VHXIQDUI and grab an extra $40 off.

As a result, the original asking price of this coveted Redmi Note 7 variant reduces to only $259.99. On the downside, the coupon is likely to expire soon.

You can click here to visit the promotion page and take advantage of the discount before the promo comes to an end.

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Vivo V15 Pro hands-on images reveal it design from all angles

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 15, 2019

Vivo India will be debuting the Vivo V15 and Vivo V15 Pro smartphones in India on Feb. 20. Some other Asian markets including Malaysia are also going to receive the Vivo V15 series soon. A Malaysian tech website has shared the hands-on images of the Vivo V15 Pro few days ahead of its Indian launch.

The Malaysian publication has not shared any details on the specifications of the Vivo V15 Pro, but the hands-on images shared by it reveals what to expect from its design. The front view of the Vivo V15 Pro resembles the Vivo NEX phone that has been reportedly discontinued in India. There is no notch on the screen which allows the V15 Pro to deliver “FullView” experience. The chin of the device is somewhat thicker than its other bezels. Like its predecessor, it comes equipped with in-display fingerprint reader. An earpiece is placed between the upper bezel and top edge of the device.

Vivo V15 Pro hands-on images — Image Courtesy: Soyacincau.com

The blue color variant that appears lighter in the middle section and dark at the top-right and bottom-left corners is dubbed as Topaz Blue. There are fine lines placed under the glass rear that has a unique reflective appeal.

Image Courtesy: Soyacincau.com

The AI driven triple camera setup is located at the top-left corner of the Vivo V15 Pro’s rear shell. The publication claims that there is a huge bump for the triple rear cameras. When viewed from front, the pop-up selfie camera can be seen on the top-right on the upper edge of the device which also features a 3.5mm audio jack.

Image Courtesy: Soyacincau.com

According to the publication, it takes less than a second for the pop-up selfie camera to rise. The bottom edge of the device has a SIM / microSD card tray, a microUSB port and an external speaker. Undoubtedly, the V15 Pro is one of the most innovative upper mid-range phones in the recent times. However, its sad to see that the company has not included a USB-C port on the device.

Read More: Vivo’s iQOO foldable phone renders surface; Could it be its first phone?

Leaks surrounding the Vivo V15 Pro phone have revealed that it will be featuring a 6.39-inch S-AMOLED display, Snapdragon 675, 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel AI triple camera, 32-megapixel selfie shooter and 3,700mAh battery with dual-engine fast charging.

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Oppo F11 Pro video teaser reveals its full design

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 15, 2019

Recent leaks have revealed that the OPPO F11 Pro pre-orders will begin on Feb. 22 in India and it is expected to hit the market by early March. A teaser video of the OPPO F11 Pro have surfaced to reveal its design from all angles. The teaser video seems to be official one but it its yet to appear on the official the YouTube channel of OPPO India.

The teaser begins by showing the marvelous notch-less screen of the OPPO F11 Pro. Except for the slightly thick chin, the rest of the bezels surrounding the screen are very slim. The glass rear of the F11 Pro has a gradient finish. It features a vertical strip for the dual camera setup and LED flash.

There is a pop-up selfie camera hiding inside the top edge of the F11 Pro. Below the vertical camera strip is a fingerprint scanner. The bottom edge of the device has a 3.5mm audio jack, a USB-C port and an external speaker. Like the recent F11 Pro teasers from the Chinese manufacturer, the above video also highlights that its 48-megapixel camera can shoot brilliant portrait shots in low-light conditions. Lastly, it confirms that the phone will be available in Thunder Green and Aurora Blue colors.

Rumors surrounding the OPPO F11 Pro reveals that its pp-up selfie camera is of 32-megapixel. It is speculated that it could be powered by a MediaTek SoC. The chipset could be supported by 6 GB of RAM and it may come with an inbuilt storage of 128 GB. OPPO had introduced OPPO F9 Pro from last year was the first F-series phone from the company to support VOOC fast charging. Hence, the upcoming F11 Pro is also expected to carry support for fast charging. The other specs of the phone are currently under the wraps.

Read More: OPPO PBFM30 images reveal design as launch draws near

OPPO has recently released the OPPO K1 smartphone in Indi with a price tag of Rs. 16,990 (~$238). It comes with 6.4-inch AMOLED screen with in-display fingerprint scanner, Snapdragon 660, 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, 16-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual camera setup, 25-megapixel selfie camera and 3,600mAh battery.

Top Online Stores Where You Can Buy The Honor V20 At An Unbeatable Price

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 15, 2019

After floating around the rumor mill for a long time and making several appearances online in the form of leaks, the long-awaited Huawei Honor V20 was finally made available to the public in December last year.
If you’re interested in getting your hands on the Honor V20 at best price online, we’ve got your back! Here are the top online stores where you can buy the Huawei-branded phone at unbeatable prices.

Huwaie Honor V20 – Where To Buy

GearBest

The Chinese online store is currently doling out a noteworthy 6 percent off on the black as well as the blue color versions of the Honor V20 phablet.

This 8GB RAM, 128GB ROM variant of the Honor V20 phablet would normally set you back $723.24.

But thanks to the aforesaid discount, you can get your hands on both the two eye-catching color versions of the device for a lowered price of just $679.99.

You can visit this link to grab the discount before the promo ends and check out more details about the Honor V20 4G phablet.

Banggood

Staying true to its reputation for offering the best bang for your buck, Banggood is giving its loyal user base a chance to buy the Huawei Honor V20 for a considerably lowered price of just $649.99.

This is a noteworthy reduction in the device’s original asking price of $662.99.

Moreover, you can choose from three color versions including blue, red and black. You can follow this link without wasting time in order to avail the discount before the promo wraps up.

GeekBuying

Touted as one of China’s best online stores for electronic items, GeekBuying is now offering the 6GB RAM, 128GB ROM Black variant of the Honor V20 smartphone for a heavily discounted price of just $592.99.

This is a significant 14 percent drop in the device’s original selling price of $688.99.
Alternatively, you can get an 11 percent off on the 6GB RAM, 128GB ROM Blue, 17 percent off on the 6GB RAM, 128GB Red, and 19 percent discount on the 8GB RAM, 128GB ROM Blue version.

Likewise, you can avail 15 percent off on the 8GB RAM, 128GB ROM Black variant, and 11 percent off on the red-tinted Honor V20 that offers 8GB of RAM, and 128GB ROM.

You can visit this link to check out all the options and grab the discount before the promo comes to an end.

Giztop

There are two variants including a 6GB RAM, 128GB ROM and the other that ships with 8GB of RAM and offers 128GB of internal storage capacity available on Giztop.

Moreover, the site also offers the larger 8GB RAM, 256GB ROM variant in two color versions — phantom blue and phantom red.

While the black, blue and red color version of the 6GB RAM, 128GB ROM variant will set you back $549, the slightly larger 8GB RAM, 128GB ROM variant that comes in black, blue and red color version is available for $629.

Those who are willing to shell out $699 can go for the phantom red or phantom blue color version of the bigger model that features 8GB of RAM and offers a hearty 256GB of onboard storage capacity.

You can visit this link to check out more details and buy the Honor View 20 from Giztop.

Buy Two Pieces Of Same Item And Get An Extra 6% Off On DealExtreme [Coupon Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Feb 15, 2019

If you fancy buying two pieces of the same item without emptying your pocket, DealExtreme’s got your back!

Known for offering a wide selection of nifty gadgets at unbeatable prices, DealExtreme (DX) is one of China’s pioneer consumer e-commerce retailers.

With more than a whopping one million customers and 400 suppliers, DX is a leading retailer.

It boasts one of the biggest catalogs that comprise more than 400 categories, 300,000 items with 150 new items added on a daily basis.

In a bid to offer its large user base something to cheer about, DX is now giving them an opportunity to get an extra 6 percent off when they purchase two pieces of the same product.

We’ll show how you can save a considerable amount of more money before placing your order in just a bit.

First off, you need to select any two pieces of any item you want to buy and add them to your cart.

For the sake of an instance, we’ll add two pieces of the SKMEI 9115 Quartz Watch that sells for $13.62 to our shopping cart.
While your subtotal shows $27.24, you can get an extra $1.63 off by adding coupon code DXBUY26 before you proceed to checkout.

In other words, you can bring your grand total down to just $25.61 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon.

Likewise, you can get an extra 6 percent on all items from any department like Apparel & Watches, Automobiles & Motorcycle, Beauty & Health, Computer, Consumer Electronics etc.

The site-wide 6% off coupon can also be applied for products included in the rest of the categories like Home & Office, Security & Appliances, Lights & Lighting, Phone & Accessories and Tool, just to name a few.

You can head straight to this link to check out what each of the above-mentioned categories has to offer in terms of products.

While you can buy two pieces of your favorite product and apply the coupon to get an extra discount, it is worth noting that the coupon is likely to expire soon.

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