Meizu Note 9 tipped to release with Snapdragon 675 next month

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Jan 23, 2019

Meizu will be unleashing its first holeless phone later today. There is no confirmation yet on when it will be releasing in the market. Probably, it may hit the market after the launch of the mid-range Meizu Note 9. Fresh information shared by a tipster from China reveals that the Meizu Note 9 will be hitting the market by the middle of the coming month. He has also shared some other key information on the smartphone.

The Chinese tipster claims that the Snapdragon 675 will be fueling the Meizu Note 9 smartphone. In the recent past, Meizu CEO Jack Wong had revealed on the company’s official forum site that the Note 9 will be powered by Snapdragon 6150. Recent reports have revealed that Snapdragon 6150 is the codename of Snapdragon 675 mobile platform. In terms of performance, the Snapdragon 675 is even powerful than Snapdragon 710, but it comes with a weaker GPU.

The Redmi Note 7 is the first mid-range phone to come equipped with Samsung ISOCELL GM1 48-megapixel camera sensor. The upcoming Meizu Note 9 too will be featuring the same sensor in its dual camera setup. The tipster has claimed that it will be a thousand Yuan (~$147) device which indicates that it will be a worthy rival for the Redmi Note 7 since it is also available with a starting price of 999 Yuan (~$147).

Read More:Real image of Meizu’s holeless phone surfaces ahead of launch

Previous reports have revealed that the Note 9 will be the first Meizu phone to arrive with a waterdrop notched screen of around 6.3 inches. It is speculated to feature side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The handset will be receiving power from 4,000mAh. The new SoC may allow the phone to support rapid charging. The latest Flyme edition flavored Android 9 Pie OS will come preloaded on the device.

The Meizu Note 9 has recently bagged certifications from 3C and CMIIT bodies in China. Soon, the smartphone may surface on TENAA along with its full specifications ahead of its mid-February debut. The Chinese manufacturer is yet to confirm on the launch date for the smartphone.

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Huawei P10 and Honor 9 starts receiving EMUI 9.0.1 update

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Simranpal Singh

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Jan 23, 2019

Huawei is rolling out a new EMUI 9.0.1 update to Huawei P10 and Honor 9 in China. There are many new enhancements and optimisations bundled with the latest update. It has added the support for VoLTE on China Telecom network in both the devices. Many users have started reporting about the update rolling out on Honor 9 and Huawei P10.

As far as the changelog is concerned, it talks about some fixes and newly added features. EMUI 9.0.1 update has added full-screen navigation gestures on Honor 9 to extend your full-screen experience. Even though, Honor has fixed an issue of black screen while displaying special scenes. Moreover, Huawei has added Google’s January 2019 security patch to enhance the security of both the devices.

Additionally, Huawei P10 was launched in February 2017 and is powered by Kirin 960 processor. It is coupled with 4/64GB and 4/128GB storage versions. Huawei P10 comes with a 5.1-inch 1080p resolution display. In the camera department, there’s a dual 20MP+12MP shooter on the rear side along with Leica lenses. Whereas, Honor 9 runs on Kirin 659 processor and is coupled with 4/6GB RAM. It packs 64/128 GB internal storage and carries a 12M+20M rear camera and 13M front camera.

Read More: Huawei confirmed to launch its 5G smartphone in June this year

The update is currently rolling out in China. If you haven’t received it, then wait for some few hours, as it may take some time to reach out to each and every device. Before updating, ensure your device is charged above 60%, and connect WiFi network to save additional costs.

How many of you have already received the EMUI 9.0.1 update?

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Huawei confirmed to launch its 5G smartphone in June this year

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Jeet

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Jan 23, 2019

This year will witness the 5G technology go mainstream. While many smartphone manufacturers are working on a 5G-compatible smartphone, none of them have officially launched a 5G smartphone.

While OnePlus and Samsung are said to be among the first to launch their 5G smartphones, Huawei has also confirmed that the company’s 5G smartphone will be launched soon. This puts the rumors to rest which suggested that Huawei could unveil its 5G smartphone at MWC 2019 in Barcelona.

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Huawei’s chairman Hu Houkun (aka Ken Hu) confirmed that the company will be launching its 5G smartphone in June this year. He also announced that the company has deployed 5G networks in 10 countries and will soon deploy in 20 more countries.

The announcement regarding the company’s 5G smartphone comes at a time when Huawei is going through difficulties. Several countries have blocked Huawei from working on their network infrastructure because of national security concerns. Last month, Huawei’s CFO Meng Wanzhou was arrested in Canada, at the request of the United States, on charges related to the violation of American sanctions on Iran.

Hu Koukun also said that this year will be crucial for the tech sector as technologies such as the internet of things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and blockchain are now reaching critical application stages.

It appears that South Korea could be one of the first markets to receive Huawei’s first 5G smartphone since it’s the only country along with the U.S. where commercialization of 5G network is expected to happen by the first half of 2019. In the second half of 2019, the 5G networks may get commercialized in Japan, Chin, and Europe.

The 5G smartphone from OnePlus is confirmed to be powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 855 octa-core 7nm processor. The phone, which will kick-off a new lineup for the company, will be priced around $100 more than the OP6T and is expected to launch by the end of May this year.

Apart from Samsung and OnePlus, Xiaomi has already introduced its first 5G-compatible handset — Mi MIX 3, which will be released later this year. Another Chinese smartphone manufacturer Oppo recently demonstrated a working 5G smartphone prototype.

Play Banggood’s $0.1 Snatch For Unbeatable Xiaomi Mi 8 And Mi Band 3 Deals

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Vinay Patel

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Jan 23, 2019

Banggood’s recently kicked-off ‘$0.01 Snatch’ is an unmissable promotion that has given numerous people a chance to participate and win cool prizes.

It is imperative for aspiring participants to download Banggood app in order to start playing. Multiple popular brands like Xiaomi, Huawei and BlitzWolf are gracing this time-limited promotion.

Aside from that, participants can qualify to win free shipping. To win this snatch, participants need to post their invitation links on Facebook and other social media platforms.

As part of the promo, Xiaomi fans now have a chance to get their hands on the coveted Mi band 3 smartwatch and the equally well-received Mi 8 smartphone without emptying their pockets. So without further ado, let’s check out the details.

The international version of the Xiaomi Mi band 3 smart bracelet and the global version of the Mi 8 smartphone can be won by those who follow the snatch rules. It is imperative for you to bear in mind that only APP users can join the snatch before checking the aforesaid snatch rules.

You can head straight to the product details page for the Mi Band 3 as well as the Mi 8 smartphone by clicking on the product.
Once on the product page, you need to enter the order payment page by purchasing.

As soon as you complete the payment process, you’d be prompted to invite a friend who can join your team. Your friend can use your shared link to open the app, join your team and complete the order payment.

If a specific number of your friends participated before the countdown ends, your team will qualify for the lucky draw.

Within just an hour after the event wraps up, winners will be announced. While winning orders get shipped, those who either failed to complete a team or did not win the snatch will receive a refund in their BGpay account.

At the time of writing, there four more participants required to join the Mi band 3 deal, and seven participants needed to enjoy the Xiaomi Mi 8 deal, wherein you get a chance to win the 0.72 Snatch.

You can visit this link in order to check out more details and participate in the Mi Band 3 0.72 Snatch. Those interested in joining the Mi 8 0.72 Snatch can follow this link.

Note that the Xiaomi Mi band 3 smart bracelet would normally set you back 2,169 INR and the Xiaomi Mi 8 smartphone usually retails for 30,974.94 INR.

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Moto G7, G7 Plus, G7 Power, G7 Play full specifications leaked through alleged official listings

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jan 23, 2019

Motorola is expected to unleash the Moto G7 series through its Feb. 7 launch event in Brazil. These phones had reportedly surfaced on the official Motorola Brazil site through which their entire specs have been leaked. Here is all information available on the specifications of Moto G7, Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7 Power and Moto G7 Play.

Moto G7 Specifications

The Moto G7 features a 6.24-inch display that supports full HD+ resolution of 2270 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9. It is powered by the Snapdragon 632 and 4 GB of RAM. It comes with a 3,000mAh battery.

For photography, it features LED enabled 12-megapixel (f/1.8 aperture) + 5-megapixel (f/2.2 aperture) dual camera on the rear and a front-facing camera of 8-megapixel with f/2.2 aperture. The handset offers 64 GB of internal storage. It measures 157 x 75.3 x 7.92mm and weighs 174 grams. In Brazil, it may arrive only in Onyx Black color.

Moto G7 Plus Specifications

The Moto G7 Plus is fitted with the same display that’s available on the G7 phone. It is fueled by the more powerful Snapdragon 636 chipset and 4 GB of RAM. It also features a 3,000mAh battery.

The rear-mounted dual camera setup of G7 Plus includes dual-LED flash enabled 16-megapixel with f/1.7 aperture primary sensor and 5-megapixel f/2.2 aperture secondary sensor. For capturing selfies, it has f/2.0 aperture 12-megapixel frontal shooter. The device comes with an inbuilt storage of 64 GB. It measures 157 x 75.3 x 8.27mm and it weighs 172 grams. The handset may be available only in Indigo color in Brazil.

Moto G7 Power Specifications

The Moto G7 Power has a 6.24-inch display that supports HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 and 19:9 aspect ratio. The Snapdragon 632 SoC powers the phone with 3 GB of RAM. It comes with a massive 5,000mAh battery.

The backside of the phone features f/2.0 aperture 12-megapixel camera with LED flash and an f/2.2 aperture 8-megapixel front-facing camera. The native storage of the device is 32 GB. Its dimensions are 159.4 x 76 x 9.3mm and it weighs 193 grams.

Read More: Moto G7 live shots of Black, Red variants leaked with full specifications

Moto G7 Play Specifications

The Moto G7 Play features a smaller display of 5.7 inches. It also supports HD+ resolution of 720 x 1512 and 19:9 aspect ratio. The Snapdragon 632 chipset and 2 GB of RAM powers the smartphone. It is packed with a 3,000mAh battery.

When it comes to photography, it features a single LED enabled 13-mgeapixel rear camera with f/2.0 aperture. For selfies, it is equipped with an f/2.2 aperture 8-megapixel front camera. The internal storage of the G7 Play is 32 GB. Its dimensions are 147.3 x 71.5 x 7.99mm and it weighs 149 grams. Brazil may receive only its Indigo color variant.

All the Moto G7 series phone come with Android 9 Pie OS. The other common features of these phones include USB-C, microSD card slot, rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and TurboCharger. Previous leaks have claimed that the G7 Play has Snapdragon 625 while the Moto G7 has been rumored to feature Snapdragon 660, but alleged Brazilian website listings (not accessible now) of these phones carried contradictory specs.

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Buy Dophigo DPH-DI-200 Smart Doorbell For $54.99 On GeekBuying [Coupon Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Jan 23, 2019

GeekBuying has launched its ‘Security tech’ promo that comprises a wide selection of heavily discounted smart doorbells, IP cameras, and other security gadgets.

The recently kicked-off promotion has been split into multiple categories including Smart Door Bells, IP Cameras, and Recommended in a bid to simplify and expedite the search process.

Among a slew of other top-branded doorbells, the promo features the well-received Dophigo Smart Doorbell that you can now buy at a lowered price on the Chinese online store.

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

Dophigo DPH-DI-200 Smart Doorbell

The Dophigo DPH-DI-200 is a wireless smart video doorbell that draws its juices from a 18650 lithium battery that can deliver 120 days of standby time.

Moreover, it supports 10m night vision and a myriad of four core functions such as smart interconnection, HD transmission, visitor record, and wireless connection all unified into a single device.

The feature-laden doorbell enables you to make a video call with people outside using the app so that you do not have to open the door. This helps you avoid burglary, housebreaking, and other threatening situations.
There’s no dearth of smart doorbells in the market today, but they don’t come cheap. The Dophigo DPH-DI-200, on the other hand, is now available for a dropped price of just $59.99 on GeekBuying.

This is a 20 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price of $74.99.

Aside from taking full advantage of the aforesaid discount, you can apply coupon code GIZ_ EYULHUIL to get an extra $5 off.

In other words, you can bring the already lowered asking price of the Dophigo DPH-DI-200 further down to only $54.99 simply by applying the above-mentioned coupon before placing your order. Note that this coupon is valid for all plugins.

Regrettably, the promo was on the verge of wrapping up at the time of writing. You can follow this link without wasting time in order to grab the discount.

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Buy The Insta360 ONE 360 Action Video Camera For $299 On AliExpress

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Vinay Patel

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Jan 23, 2019

With the Insta360 ONE, you have a camera crew in your hands.
This feature-laden action video camera boasts an impressive array of features that allows you to capture memorable moments like never before.

The Insta360 ONE features the all-new bullet time effect for efficiently capturing epic shots.

The ONE orbit around you while you move through the center of a scene in a bid to ensure it doesn’t miss a single angle, but captures every corner in up to 240 FPS (frames per second).

Note that the ONE can shoot at a 120 FPS max, and in order to algorithmically achieve 240FPS video, you’d need the companion app.

Its one-of-a-kind FlowState stabilization feature allows you to capture hypnotically smooth video like a pro, regardless of what you are doing.

Aside from that, the ONE comes with a SmartTrack feature that follows any subject, delivering stable videos in which the subjects are always center-frame.

Despite being loaded with features that we generally associate with a steeply-priced action video camera, the Insta360 ONE would set you back just $299 on AliExpress.

You can choose between other options that comprise the One, along with a micro USD adapter. Alternatively, you can go the Insta360 ONE version that comes with an Android cable.Moreover, new users can take advantage of a $3 off coupon to get save a considerable amount of money at the time of checking out.

In other words, new users will be able to get their hands on the Insta360 ONE 360 action video camera for a dropped price of $296.

You can head straight to this link to check out more details about the ONE and buy this top-end action video camera on AliExpress.

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Real image of Meizu’s holeless phone surfaces ahead of launch

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jan 23, 2019

Meizu had hinted through a teaser yesterday that it will be unleashing the world’s first holeless smartphone today. At around 11 pm yesterday, it released a Weibo poster that contained the real image of its holeless smartphone. The Chinese manufacturer has also confirmed through the Weibo post that it will be live broadcasting the launch of the holeless phone at 2 PM (local time) today in China.

The below image shows the holeless phone from Meizu sitting inside a jar of water. The phone that is completely submerged in water has no buttons on its right side and it does not seem feature any port on its bottom edge. Meizu is known for selling phone with symmetric design. However, the design of the holeless phone is asymmetric since it features a slightly thick top bezel while the remaining bezels appear very thin. Meizu has claimed that the holeless phone is not waterproof, it is just that it does not feature any holes.

The exact name of the holeless phone is not known yet. Also, there is no information available on the specs of the phone. Meizu will be announcing its hole-less phone just a day ahead of Vivo’s event through which it will be unveiling the APEX 2019 smartphone. The APEX 2019 is made out of a unique material which feels like a soft metal. The Vivo phone does not feature any buttons or holes. Hence, it remains how different the Vivo APEX 2019 will be from the Meizu’s holeless phone.

Read More: Meizu M932Q receives CMIIT certification, might be the Meizu Note 9

Coming back to Meizu’s holeless smartphone, the Chinese manufacturer might have used existing technologies to make it a truly non-porous device. The smartphone could be equipped with bone conduction or screen soundcast technology for speaker and earpiece. The smartphone may support wireless charging which in turn suggest that it could be equipped with a glass back. Users may listen to songs from the device by using Bluetooth earbuds. For power and controlling volume, the edges of the phone could be equipped with touch-sensitive sensors. Meizu fans will have wait few more hours to see what sort of solution the company may have used for features like SIM card slot and microphone.

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Buy The Ulefone Armor 6 Smartphone At A Lowered Price On GeekBuying And Get A Chance To Win Free Gifts

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Vinay Patel

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Jan 23, 2019

After floating around the rumor mills and making several appearances online in the form of leaks, the Ulefone Armor 6 was finally made available to the public last year in December.

Much to the delight of Ulefone fans that have restlessly been waiting to get their hands on the Armor 6 without burning a hole in their pockets, the recently launched rugged handset has gone up for sale carrying a heavily discounted price tag on GeekBuying. But that’s not all.

As part of its ‘Ulefone Armor 6 Flash Sale,’ the Chinese online store is lucky buyers an opportunity to get a wireless charger worth $29.99 and a protective film that usually sells for $9.99 for absolutely free.

While the aforesaid promo features a wide selection of equally well-received smartphones from Ulefone, we’ll take a gander at the discount available on the Armor 6 and shed light on the awe-inspiring features, top-end specifications that make it an irresistible smartphone.

The black-tinted Ulefone Armor 6 usually retails for $487.99 but thanks to the GeekBuying promo, it is currently available for a considerably lowered price of just $359.99. This is a noteworthy 26 percent reduction in the original asking price of the handset.

Aside from receiving the aforesaid discount, you even qualify to get the Ulefone UF002 wireless charger without shelling out a dime with this order with the package B black version.

You can even go just for the black, red or package C red options and get significant discounts on the Armor 6 smartphone’s retail price.

Marketed as the world’s top indestructible rugged smartphone, the Armor 6 sports an extra large 6.2-inch FHD+ display with a screen resolution of 2246×1080 pixels.

The phone is powered by Helio P60 Octa Core 2.0GHz processor and it packs a highly competent ARM Mali-G72-MP3 700MHz GPU, under the hood.

This variant of the Ulefone Armor 6 ships with 6GB of RAM and offers 128GB of internal storage capacity that can be expanded up to 256GB for storing all your favorite content.

On the optics front, the phone houses a 16.0MP (SW21.0MP) + 8.0MP (SW13.0MP) dual camera setup on the back an 8.0MP (SW13.0MP) front snapper for selfies and face-to-face video chatting.

Furthermore, the dual-SIM phone runs Android 8.1 Oreo OS and is backed by a 5000mAh Li-ion battery that can deliver a standby time of up to 2-3 days.

It also features a slew of useful sensors such as the G-sensor, P-sensor, L-sensor, E-compass, gyroscope, fingerprint sensor, NFC, UV sensor, and baroceptor.

You can head straight to this link to buy the Ulefone -branded smartphone without breaking the bank.

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Buy BlitzWolf BW-SDB0 Mini Smart Bluetooth Soundbar And BW-FWC5 10W 7.5W 5W Fast Wireless Charger At Lowered Prices On Banggood [Coupons]

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Vinay Patel

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Jan 23, 2019

Known for offering a wide selection of top-end products including fast chargers, TypeC power banks, VR glasses, cleaning robots and lots more, BlitzWolf has a reputation for providing cost-effective solutions that strike a perfect balance between features, and power.
The tech company has now collaborated with Banggood in a bid to offer two of its well-received BW-SDB0 mini smart Bluetooth soundbar and the BW-FWC5 10W fast wireless charger at unbeatable prices. Moreover, we’ll show how you can save extra money at checkout.

BlitzWolf BW-SDB0 Mini Smart Bluetooth Soundbar

Designed to work with most desktops and laptops, the BlitzWolf BW-SDB0 delivers powerful sound for a superior audio experience. Housed in a compact, space-saving frame, the BW-SDB0 sports an eye-catching, yet practical angular design with stylish curves.

A top-branded Bluetooth soundbar that boasts comparable features would normally set you back a pretty penny. The BlitzWolf BW-SDB0, on the other hand, can be yours for just $39.99 on Banggood.
Those wondering if there’s a way to reduce this asking price are in for a treat. Before you click the ‘Place Your Order’ button, you can apply coupon code c77ecb and get an extra $6 off and reduce the device’s selling price to only $33.99 without breaking a sweat.

You can visit this link to avail the discount before the coupon expires.

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BlitzWolf BW-FWC5 10W 7.5W 5W Fast Wireless Charger

If you are looking for a wireless charger for your smartphone, you’d come across several options in the market. However, these devices either carry steep price tags or fail to meet your expectations as far as performance and quality are concerned.

The BlitzWolf BW-FWC5 wireless charger that provides 10W & 7.5W & 5W output for a slew of mobile devices has gone up for pre-order bearing a lowered price on Banggood. The BW-FWC5 would normally retail for $17.33, but you can now buy it for just $13.99 on the Chinese online store.
You can even extend this 19 percent discount by applying coupon code 11FWC5 at the time of checking out. The aforesaid coupon helps you get an extra $2 off by bringing the device’s already lowered asking price further down to just $11.99.

You can visit this link in order to grab the discount and use the coupon before it lapses. Note that 1020 pre-orders were already placed at the time of writing.

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Buy Alfawise-Branded Selfie Accessories At Lowered Prices On GearBest

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Vinay Patel

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Jan 23, 2019

If you are a selfie addict, you probably have a few selfie-related accessories that you carry everywhere you go in a bid to capture the most perfect selfie.

While the market is rife with selfie-related accessories that you can keep in your back pocket, these devices usually carry steep price tags. As a result, those who aren’t willing to spend a lot of money on tools for taking selfies, end up compromising on quality but that’s about to change.

Alfawise has teamed up with GearBest to offer its AS01 3-axis Intelligent Handheld Gimbal and WF808 Aluminum Alloy Private Mode Tripod Selfie Stick Combo at lowered prices. So without further ado, let’s delve straight into the details.

Alfawise AS01 3-axis Intelligent Handheld Gimbal

The AS01 adopts advanced FOC drive algorithm and is integrated with a high-precision gyroscope. Moreover, it features a magnetic coded dual sensor to neutralize vibration and stabilize each frame for mobile phones.

Aside from that, its ability to automatically capture pictures when everyone is facing the camera makes the AS01 a must-have tool for selfie enthusiasts, lovers, and a group. It can automatically identify a subject, follow and capture them even while they move to enable complex shots.
While you’d normally expect a feature-laden tool for taking selfies to cost a bomb, the Alfawise AS01 3-axis Intelligent Handheld Gimbal is surprisingly easy on the pocketbook. The AS01 would normally set you back $99.58 on both online and offline stores, but you can now buy it for just $65.99 on GearBest.

This 34 percent discount will be valid for the remaining 94 pieces of the black-tinted Alfawise AS01. You can follow this link to grab this discount before the promo ends in seven days.

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Alfawise WF808 Aluminum Alloy Private Mode Tripod Selfie Stick Combo

The Alfawise WF808 is a perfect tool for smartphones, GoPro and a slew of other top-end digital cameras. The device is compatible with iOS and Android-based smartphones, and tablets and works via Bluetooth without requiring you to download and run an app.

It ensures you never miss awe-inspiring scenery on your journey even during the nighttime. The Alfawise WF808 effectively cuts off vibration and burrs, allowing you to record the light painting, super night vision, and urban landscape.

The Alfawise WF808 usually carries a $19 price tag, but as part of its latest Flash Sale, GearBest is now offering it for a lowered price of just $12.99. This is a noteworthy 32 percent drop in the device’s original asking price.

You can visit this link to avail this discount, which will specifically be valid for the black color version of the WF80. With only 95 pieces remaining, this promo is slated to end shortly.

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ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M2 goes on sale in Europe while the M1 gets price cut

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jan 22, 2019

ASUS first unveiled the Zenfone Max Pro M2 in Russia in November last year and one month later, the model was launched in India and Indonesia. The phone has since gone on sale in those markets. In addition, ASUS has expanded its sales network as the models are now on sale in Europe via the companies official store in France, Italy, Spain, and Russia. In addition, the release of the Zenfone Max Pro M2 has affected the pricing of its predecessor, the Zenfone Max Pro M1 which is now cheaper.

Both the Zenfone Max Pro M2 and M1 are defined by their affordable prices, pure Android OS and massive 5,000mAh batteries. As for their pricing, the Zenfone Max Pro M1’s base version with 3GB of RAM and 32GB storage is listed for €200 in France while the 4GB+64GB version is 11% off (€250). On the other hand, the M2 is on sale for €300 and if you buy one over the next 6 months, you’ll get an €80 voucher to spend on Asus.com (valid for 3 weeks). This isn’t applicable in Italy where the M2 is on sale for €300. However, the M1 comes in cheaper at €180. The price of the Zenfone Max Pro M1 in Spain is still a huge €300 which isn’t in any way a bargain. In the Netherlands, the M2 is already out of stock but it has a retail price of €220. Finally, in In Russia, the M1 starts at RUB 14,000, the M2 at RUB 18,000.

To recall, the ZenFone Max Pro M2 features a 6.2-inch Full HD+ screen giving a resolution of 2280×1080 pixels on 19:9 aspect ratio screen and 450 nits brightness. It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 Mobile Platform which works together with 3GB/4GB of RAM and 32GB/64GB of internal storage. On the camera end, the device comes with a vertically-stacked dual camera setup, featuring a 12-megapixel Sony IMX486 primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture. It is accompanied by 5-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. On the front side, there’s a 13-megapixel selfie camera with an LED flash that supports Face Unlock. The device runs Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box.

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Ticwatch E2 and Ticwatch S2 go on sale for $159 and $179 respectively

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jan 22, 2019

Mobvoi announced two new smartwatches at CES 2019, however, it didn’t reveal the price for the Wear OS-powered watches. Today it announced the Ticwatch E2 and Ticwatch S2 will sell for $159 and $179 respectively and both can be purchased right away.

While both watches share the same specs, Mobvoi is selling the sports-like Ticwatch S2 for $20 more. That extra amount is for the watch’s MIL-810G compliance which means it can survive extreme temperatures, shock, water, and dust, unlike the E2 which is only waterproof up to 5ATM.

Other than the difference highlighted above, both watches have a 1.39-inch AMOLED screen with a 400 x 400 resolution, a Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor, and a 415mAh battery that is said to last up to 2-days on a charge. They both have built-in GPS, Bluetooth 4.1, a 24-hour heart-rate monitor, and run Google’s Wear OS.

Mobvoi has also announced a new feature called TicMotion 1.0 which is a suite of AI algorithms that proactively detect any physical activity you are involved in and record them without you doing anything. So there is no need to set either of the watches to swimming mode or running mode before it begins tracking. TicMotion will also include sleep tracking but it will arrive as a future OTA update.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 vs Lenovo S5 Pro GT vs Honor View 10 Lite: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Jan 22, 2019

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is definitely one of the superstars in the smartphones world at the beginning of 2019. Despite not being a flagship, the handset catalyzed the attention of millions of people through its amazing specs sheet and its incredibly affordable price. Nowadays, it is very rare that a well-established company releases a so powerful device with a price tag under $150, but Xiaomi did, even though it is currently the world’s 4th smartphone brand. Here, we will compare it with two other outsiders in the midrange segment: the surprising Lenovo S5 Pro GT and the Honor View 10 Lite.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 vs Lenovo S5 Pro GT vs Huawei Honor View 10 Lite

	Xiaomi Redmi Note 7	Lenovo S5 Pro GT	Huawei Honor View 10 Lite
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	159.2 x 75.2 x 8.1 mm, 186 grams	154.5 x 75.5 x 7.7 mm, 170 grams	160.4 x 76.6t x 7.8 mm, 175 grams
DISPLAY	6.3 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 409 ppi, IPS LCD	6.2 inches, 1080 x 2246p (Full HD+), 402 ppi, 18.7:9 ratio, LTPS IPS LCD	6.5 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 396 ppi, 19.5:9 ratio, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, octa-core 2.2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, octa-core 2.2 GHz	Huawei Hisilicon Kirin 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE	Android 9 Pie, MIUI	Android 8.0 Oreo, ZUI	Android 8.1 Oreo, EMUI 8.2
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA	Dual 48 + 5 MP f/1.8 and f/2.4 13 MP front camera	Dual 12 + 20 MP f/1.8 and f/2.6 Dual 20 + 8 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 20 + 2 MP f/1.8 16 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	4000 mAh, fast charging with Quick Charge 4.0	3500 mAh	3750 mAh, Fast Charging
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot

Design

Probably in order to cut costs, Lenovo decided not to focus so much on the design and materials of the S5 Pro GT. It is a classic full metal unibody device with a big notch, but there is a reason for that big notch: it is one of the few midrange devices to feature 3D facial recognition thanks to its IR sensor. However, if you want the most beautiful and solid device, then you should go for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7. Besides having an amazing rear side available in gradient colors, as well as a small waterdrop notch, it has a stunning build quality. Its display is protected by Gorilla Glass 5 and its rear glass is very resistant. The phone is also water resistant. Honor View 10 Lite is beautiful as well, but its dimensions are not the top due to its bigger display.

Display

If you are looking for the best multimedia experience, Lenovo S5 Pro GT is your best choice. It has a wonderful LTPS display with high brightness and good image reproduction, as well as loud stereo speakers. If you need more comfort while using your device for productivity, then maybe Honor View 10 Lite is better due to its huge 6.5-inch display. What about Xiaomi Redmi Note 7? It has deep blacks and pretty nice colors, but in my opinion, it is inferior to the Lenovo S5 Pro GT.

Specs & Software

The most suitable phone for people looking for the best performance in heavy scenarios is Lenovo S5 Pro GT, even though it has just marginal differences compared to the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7. It has exactly the same chipset and the same amount of RAM, but it comes with more internal storage in its most expensive variant (128 GB). However, Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 should soon hit the shelves in a new 128 GB version, in that case, it will be a draw. I excluded Honor View 10 Lite because it has a slightly inferior chipset due to its worse GPU, but it is still a very good midrange device in terms of performance. All the devices run a customized Android version.

Camera

These devices are all great camera phones that is something not so easy to find in the midrange segment, but Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is the most interesting one when it comes to rear cameras. It has an excellent 48 MP sensor on the back which is able to capture a huge detail in many conditions, paired with an efficient depth sensor. But Lenovo S5 Pro GT is another outstanding camera phone and unlike most of the midrange devices, it supports 2x optical zoom. Talking about the front cameras, Lenovo S5 Pro GT is the best with its dual setup able to capture depth info in a very accurate way.

Battery

The biggest battery is the one found on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7, and it is also the one that lasts more thanks to the great hardware and software optimizations. Honor View 10 Lite comes right after as it features a slightly smaller battery, but Lenovo S5 Pro GT is still able to achieve a full day of intensive usage.

Price

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 debuted in China with a price of just $147/€129 in the base variant, Lenovo S5 Pro GT costs about $227/€200 in China and Honor View 10 Lite is sold in the global market for about $272/€240 (street price). Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 wins the comparison thanks to its bigger battery, better build quality, and more affordable price. But Lenovo S5 Pro GT remains one of the most interesting and unique mid-rangers with its 3D face recognition, great cameras and stereo speakers.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 vs Lenovo S5 Pro GT vs Huawei Honor View 10 Lite: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7

PROs

Great design
Affordable price
Great camera
Bigger battery
Good build quality

CONS

Nothing particular

Lenovo S5 Pro GT

PROs

Good hardware
Nice cameras
Stereo speakers
3D face recognition

CONS

Design

Huawei Honor View 10 Lite

PROs

Great aesthetics
Big display
Big battery
micro SD dedicated slot

CONS

Higher price

Honor View 20 with 6.4-inch AllView punch-hole display, Kirin 980 chipset, and 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor officially launched

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Jeet

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Jan 22, 2019

Last week, Huawei’s sub-brand Honor launched its flagship smartphone — Honor V20 in its home market, China. Now, the same phone is making its way to the global markets as Honor View 20.

As expected, at a launch event in Paris today, Honor has officially launched its Honor View 20 smartphone which packs several advanced features, including a 48-megapixel primary camera, a 25-megapixel front-facing camera inside the display, and Link Turbo technology.

Built with the combination of metal and glass, the smartphone boasts a premium appeal. It is also the company’s first V-series smartphone that sports a 3D glass with V-shaped texture which is prominent when light reflects on it.

The phone has a punch-hold display which has a small cut-out in the top-left corner for the front-facing camera. The cut-out hole is only 4.5mm in diameter, allowing the phone to have slimmer bezels around the display.

As for the specifications, they are pretty much the same as the Honor V20. It boasts a 6.4-inch IPS LCD AllView display that supports 2310 x 1080 pixels Full HD+ screen resolution, offering a screen-to-body ratio of 91.82 percent and a pixel density of 382ppi.

Under the hood, the phone is powered by the company’s own Kirin 980 octa-core chipset with Liquid Cooling technology, coupled with 8GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. There’s also a microSD card slot that allows users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity.

For photography, the Honor View 20 comes with a unique horizontal arrangement for its dual camera setup which includes Sony IMX586 48-megapixel primary sensor and a 3D ToF (Time of Flight) stereo lens. The 48-megapixel AI Ultra Clear primary sensor that is assisted by powerful image processing capabilities of the dual NPU unit of the Kirin 980 can capture even better shots with AI HDR.

The camera also carries support for AIS handheld super night view mode, super slow-motion HD quality video recording at 960 fps and 4-into-1 pixel binding technology. The 3D ToF can be used for Augmented Reality which brings support for depth measurement, bone recognition, motion capture, 3D body shaping and 3D somatosensory games on the Honor V20.

At the front, the smartphone features an AI-powered selfie camera of 25-megapixel with f/2.0 aperture. As per the company, the phone can also be turned into a supercomputer by connecting a large display, a mouse and a keyboard.

In the software department, the Honor View 20 runs Android Pie-based EMUI 9 and comes with improved GPU Turbo 2.0 technology for accelerated GPU performance. The company claims that the GPU performance of the Honor V20 is 20 times better than mainstream smartphones. It also has NINE liquid cooling system offers comprehensive heat dissipation for core heating sources of different components for the camera, CPU and charging IC.

Coming to the connectivity, the smartphone comes equipped with dual-band GPS technology. It also has the Link Turbo technology that aggregates LTE and Wi-Fi connections offers uninterrupted internet connectivity on Honor V20. Other features include Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC and USB Type-C. The phone is powered by a 4,000mAh battery which supports 4.5V/5A rapid charging.

The Honor View 20 will be available in four colors — Midnight Black, Sapphire Blue, Phantom Red, and Phantom Blue. The 6GB RAM and 128GB storage model is priced at 569 Euros (approx. $647) while the Moschino co-designed 8GB RAM and 256GB storage model is priced at 649 Euros (approx. $738). The phone will be available for purchase from 23rd January.

Huawei may launch a triple camera phone with liquid lens technology this year

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jan 22, 2019

Ever heard of Liquid Lens Technology? No? That’s fine. We will explain. Liquid lens technology was developed more than two decades ago by French physicist Bruno Berge. Unlike a lot of cameras that use either a mechanical lens or software to change the focus, a camera with a liquid lens focuses by charging the liquid in the lens. This liquid which can be a mixture of oil and water changes shape when charged. The video below explains how it works compared to a traditional zoom lens.

There are lots of advantages it has over the lens found in a digital camera or a motorized mechanical lens. First is the speed and accuracy at which it changes focus. It is extremely fast and whatever object it focuses on is sharp. Second, because all it needs is a liquid, there is no need for moving parts. It also occupies a small area, so there are no bulky add-on lens or camera bumps. A liquid lens is also said to be cheap to make. And finally, it can achieve a large zoom range as all you have to do is change the voltage of the charge which determines the shape the liquid takes for the desired zoom range.

Liquid lenses have actually been used mainly in industrial cameras but latest report says Huawei has found a way to use it in mobile phones and even applied for a patent for it back in November 2018. According to the source, Huawei is developing a triple camera module that includes an RGB sensor, a monochrome sensor, and a TOF sensor. The insider who revealed the info added that the camera module has a liquid inside which points at it having a liquid lens. This camera module is also said to be arranged vertically along with the LED flash. Sadly, he wasn’t able to take pictures of the said camera module.

It is believed that the liquid lens camera module will appear in a Huawei phone this year and the guess is the Mate 30 Pro and not the P30 Pro. If the Huawei Mate 30 Pro does come with a liquid lens, it could be a breakthrough for the mobile industry and help cement Huawei’s position as one of the biggest innovators in the industry.

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Motorola teases February 7 event in Brazil; Moto G7 expected to be launched

By

Jed John Ikoba

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Jan 22, 2019

Barely nine months after Motorola last unveiled the Moto G6 lineup, the company is already sending out invitations for an event that would hold on February 7 in Brazil. The teaser wasn’t explicit on the model the company would unveil but there are speculations that the Moto G7 series would make its debut on that day.

The Moto G7 lineup, comprising four models, have been making the rounds in rumours and leaks. Right from the days of the Moto G4 lineup, the G7 is expected to be the most expensive alongside the Moto G7 Plus. While the Moto G7 Play will be at the lower end of the pricing table. Motorola will add a new model which will be known as Moto G7 power.

According to earlier rumours, the Moto G7 Play and Moto G7 Power will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 632 processor which places the models in the same category as the Nokia 6.2. Apart from the mammoth 5000mAh battery expected to feature on the Moto G7 Power, there isn’t any special feature on both models. On the other hand, the more expensive Moto G7 and Moto G7 Plus, are both rumoured to utilise the more powerful Snapdragon 660 chipset. Both devices equally pack dual rear camera setups and small waterdrop notches.

We can’t be so sure, though, that the G7 lineup will be unveiled but since the brand is popular in that region, it is highly possible that would happen. We expect the sales to commence in no distant time after the launch event. While the global debut could happen at MW 2019 in late February. A recent report tip the Moto G7 Play and Moto G7 Power to be priced at around €149 ($169) and €209 ($238) respectively in most European markets. On the other hand, the Moto G7 and G7 Plus are rumoured to retail at €249 ($283) and €299 ($340) respectively. The prices in the US are expected to be lower due to the increased taxes and import tariffs applied to European products.

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Xiaomi’s 70Mai Car Air Purifier Pro launched, priced at 299 yuan ($44)

By

Jed John Ikoba

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Jan 22, 2019

Xiaomi ecological chain company 70Mai is dedicated to the manufacture of smart products for the car. The brand has products such as car DVR, smart rear mirror, tire pressure monitors and car chargers/wireless music player. The company has now launched the 70Mai Car Air Purifier Pro with a retail price tag of 299 yuan ($44).

The 70Mai Car Air Purifier Pro is said to be inspired by Van Gogh’s masterpiece “Starry Night” but we can’t see how. The gadget comes with a compact body made from aluminium alloy. It has a CADR value of up to 52m3/h which means it can efficiently purify the air inside a conventional sedan family car in 3.3 minutes.

The Air Purifier Pro uses a more complex rear-tilt centrifugal fan with an improved impeller cut. When the air output is increased by 15%, the noise is reduced by 5db while the clean air continues to stream out steadily. The gadget also comes with a built-in Cubic Optoelectronics photoelectric dust sensor that can detect the level of PM2.5 in the car in real time. The sensor will then adjust the working pattern of the purifier. The air purifier uses the highly efficient E&HH11 filter paper which can easily intercept invisible particles such as dust, smoke, PM 2.5, and pollen. The filer can also filter out formaldehyde.

(source)

DxOMark begins rating selfie cameras, Pixel 3 and Galaxy Note 9 top the list

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jan 22, 2019

DxOMark is known for its camera comparisons. However, for smartphones it has always been limited to just the rear cameras, leaving users to find out themselves which phone takes better selfies. Now, they have begun rating front-facing cameras and have released a list of the phones with the best selfie cameras.

According to the ranking, if you want to take the absolute best selfies, the Google Pixel 3 is the device you should go for. If you don’t like the Pixel 3, then you should choose the Samsung Galaxy Note9 as it has the same selfie camera score as the Pixel 3.

Xiaomi’s Mi MIX 3 comes in at the third spot with 84 points, a significant distance from the Pixel and Note, but if it is any consolation, it beats the iPhone XS Max and the Galaxy S9 Plus which come after it in that order. The second gen Pixel is sixth and DxOMark says it takes better selfies than Huawei’s 2018 flagships – the Mate 20 Pro and P20 Pro. The Galaxy S8 and the iPhone X also make the list of the top 10 selfie camera phones.

DxOMark says the rating is based on how well the phones perform while taking solo selfies, group selfies, indoor and outdoor selfies, video recording, under natural light and much more before. So this isn’t just about pictures alone. So for example, the Galaxy Note9 is better at recording videos with the front camera than the Pixel 3.

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Moto G7 live shots of Black, Red variants leaked with full specifications

By

Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jan 22, 2019

Motorola has scheduled a Feb. 7 launch event that will take place in Brazil. Rumors are rife that the Moto G7 series will be announced through the upcoming unveil event. The G7 series includes smartphones such as Moto G7, Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7 Power and Moto G7 Play. The specifications and pricing of these phones have surfaced in recent reports. The leaked live shots of the Moto G7 Power had appeared int he previous week. Today, an Indian publication has shared the live shots of the Moto G7 live smartphone.

The Moto G7 live shots reveal that the smartphone could be heading to India in Black and Red color variants. The company may release the phone in other color options. A leaked render of the phone (shown below) that had cropped last week revealed that it will be also available in White.

The smartphone can be seen sporting a waterdrop notch display. The side bezels and the chin of the device is quite thick. The rear shell of the phone seems to be made out of glass which curves towards the left and right edges. The Motorola batwing logo on the rear is embedded with a fingerprint reader. Above it is a round-shaped camera module.

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Through another leak, the entire specifications of the Moto G7 smartphone has been revealed. The smartphone will be arriving with a 6.24-inch IPS LCD display that will produce Full HD+ resolution of 2270 x 1080 pixels and it will be fueled by Snapdragon 632 chipset and 4 GB of RAM. It will have an internal storage of 64 GB and it will also feature a microSD card slot.

The dual camera setup of the Moto G7 includes a primary sensor of 12-megapixel with f/1.7 aperture and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor with f/2.2 aperture. For capturing selfies, it will have a frontal shooter of 8-megapixel. A 3,000mAh battery will be included in the phone. Like the predecessor models, the phone will be shipped with TurboCharger. It will come loaded with Android 9 Pie OS. In Europe, the Moto G7 could be priced at 249 euros (~$284).