Vivo phone with Snapdragon 845 and 10GB RAM seen on Geekbench may be Vivo Z3 Pro

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Dec 11, 2018

Meizu‘s Flyme Experience is a lite version of an upcoming version of Flyme. It is a way for users to experience some new features of the upcoming version rather than opting into a full beta program. If you are on a stable version of Flyme, you can simply download it without going through all the stress associated with beta versions. Another advantage it brings is that users can easily downgrade to their previous Flyme version if they don’t like it or run into issues.

Today, Meizu announced Flyme 7 Experience is now available for the Meizu 16th series. So if you own a Meizu 16th or Meizu 16th Plus, you can register to get the update and it will be pushed to your device. Those who manually download it to their device will have to create a backup of their data and wipe the phone before they can install it.

To be able to use Flyme 7 Experience on the Meizu 16th and Meizu 16th Plus, owners have to first update their devices to the latest stable version of Flyme. For the Meizu 16th, this latest version is Flyme 7.1.1.3A while Meizu 16th Plus owners have to be on version 7.1.3.3A.

LG launches the LG X5 in Japan, a rebranded G7 One

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 11, 2018

LG has announced the LG X5 for the Japanese market. The device is basically a rebranded LG G7 One that was first announced at IFA 2018 in Berlin, Germany. The major difference is that the G7 One comes with Android 8.1 Oreo but the X5 runs Android 9.0 Pie from the go. However, the G7 One has already gotten updated to Android Pie, thanks to the Android One program. The device also arrives with an outstanding design coupled with an impressive specs lineup.

The LG X5, or G7 One if you like, has as its standout feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset which is last year’s flagship SoC from Qualcomm. It also rolls out with Android One just like its contemporary. Specs wise, the LG X5 sports a 6.1-inch QHD+ notch-bearing display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The Snapdragon 835 chipset onboard teams up with 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 32GB of storage (UFS 2.1). The storage can be expanded via a microSD card slot which will allow you to add up to an additional 512MB of storage. On the camera end, you get a single 16MP rear camera with a f/1.6 aperture and a 71° wide angle lens and a single 8MP f/1.9 80° front-facing camera. The X5 also packs a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor located below the rear camera and there is equally a dedicated Google Assistant button. Other features on the device include a 3.5mm audio jack, Hi-Fi Quad DAC, DTS-X audio and a Boombox speaker like the G7 ThinQ.

Further, the LG X5 comes with an IP-68 waterproof and dustproof build and the build is also MIL-STD-810G certified. For connectivity, you get NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB-C port. It also has an FM radio. The X5 has a 3,000mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 and runs Android 9 out of the box. It will be available in Mystic White and New Moroccan Blue. As for the price, Y! Mobile offers it for JPY 83,484 or around $740 with a 24-month plan.

OPPO R17 and OPPO R17 Pro New Year Edition to launch December 17, registrations now open

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Dec 11, 2018

In what seems to have become an annual tradition that started with the OPPO R9s, OPPO has announced it will unveil a New Year’s edition of the OPPO R17 duo on December 17.

The New Year Edition models of the R-series are known for their red color and the poster for the launch hints at that being the case for the OPPO R17 and OPPO R17 Pro too. The specs will remain the same as that of the regular variants but the packaging should be different.

The event will begin at 1800 hrs and hold in Shanghai. OPPO has already opened registration for those interested in picking up either phones this holiday.

The OPPO R17 has a 6.4-inch 2280 x 1080 AMOLED display. It is powered by the Snapdragon 670 processor with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It has 16MP + 5MP dual rear cameras and a 25MP f/2.0 front-facing camera. There is also an in-display fingerprint scanner and a 3,500mAh battery.

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Huawei Nova 3 Receiving EMUI 9.0 Android Pie, Few Other Nova Series Phones in Line

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Andrew

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Dec 11, 2018

While Huawei is set to announce a probable Nova 3 successor this month, the Huawei Nova 3 itself is getting EMUI 9.0 with Android Pie. The handset that was announced in July this year has been under testing for Android Pie since some time. However, it seems Huawei is now ready to seed the update via OTA to some regions. Do note that not all variants are receiving the update and a post on Reddit shows the Chinese variant has received the update.

Furthermore, Huawei has also released a timeline for other handsets that are progressing on EMUI 9.0 with Android Pie. Below are the devices.

Nova 2s has released a beta version on November 20th
Nova 3i started beta recruitment on November 28th
Nova 3e expects to launch beta recruitment in January
Maimang 7 has launched a beta survey on November 28

Speaking about the Nova 3 update, it weighs around 4.7GB in size and comes with build number PAR-AL00 9.0.0.101. That’s quite a big update and if any Chinese user wishes to update their Nova 3, he/she should probably check for adequate internal storage before downloading the OTA. However, users might want to consider updating in the first place because there’s a big change in the update.

RELATED: Huawei Nova 4 images leaked on TENAA; Official teaser video and live shots also appear

With regards to the features, the changelog mentions that EMUI 9.0 removes support for third-party launchers which means users will be stuck with EMUI after the update. That’s a pretty disappointing move if you’re into third-party launchers like Nova. Other than that, the update spruces up the battery life, animations and even face unlock is faster than before. The new HiVision feature that detects food and calories was also found to be very accurate by the Reddit user who posted the changelog.

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OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition announced with 10 GB RAM, 30W Warp Charge and refreshed design

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Dec 11, 2018

OnePlus has unveiled the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition as the limited-edition variant of the OnePlus 6T phone that was announced at the end of October. OnePlus has collaborated with British automotive manufacturer McLaren Automotive for giving birth to the special OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition smartphone. In terms of specs, it is not very different from it regular. The handset has arrived with a refreshed design and it is packed with 10 GB of RAM. The smartphone also introduces the Warp Charge as the successor for Dash Charge rapid charging technology.

OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition Features and Specifications

In terms of design, the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition features a carbon-fiber texture under its rear glass which becomes when direct light falls on it. An orange lining which shines when viewed from different angles can be seen at the bottom of the glass back. The orange lining continues on both sides and fades into the black color of the rear. The McLaren logo is placed towards the bottom of the rear shell.

For superior performance, the Chinese manufacturer has packed in 10 GB of RAM on the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition smartphone. It also comes with rapid charging technology called Warp Charge which is the former name of Dash Charge. The Warp Charge 30 allows the smartphone to gain 50-percent battery juice in just twenty minutes. The retail package of the phone has 30W charger. The box package includes a McLaren logo called Speedmark. It is built with AA-grade carbon fiber which was used in the McLaren’s MCL33 2018 F1 car.

Like the regular version of the OnePlus 6T, the newly introduced McLaren Edition features a 6.41-inch Optic AMOLED screen with waterdrop notch. It produces full HD+ resolution. The display of the is embedded with an in-screen fingerprint reader and it is well-protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 6 layer.

The Snapdragon 845 chipset is present under the hood of the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition. It comes in a single storage version of 256 GB. It is packed with 3,700mAh battery. The smartphone is loaded with OxygenOS flavored Android 9 Pie OS. The OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition lacks a 3.5mm audio jack and a microSD card slot. For photography, the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition features 16-megapixel + 20-megapixel dual camera setup on the rear and a selfie shooter of 16-megapixel on the front.

Read More: OnePlus 6T fingerprint sensor gets better and faster over time, claims the company

OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition Pricing and Release Date

The OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition has landed in a price tag of 649 pounds (~$819) in Western Europe and North America. This pricing makes it the most expensive OnePlus smartphone ever. The official sales of the smartphone will begin in these regions on Dec. 13. The limited-edition phone will be also launched in India on Dec. 12 and in China on Dec. 14.

Honor V20 reservations started on JD ahead of December 26 launch

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Dec 11, 2018

Honor V20 is scheduled to get announced on Dec. 26 through an unveil event in Beijing, China. Around two weeks ahead of its official launch, the smartphone has now been listed on Jingdong Mall for reservations.

The Honor V20 JD listing carries a pricing of 9,998 Yuan. The listing states that it is not the real cost of the device. The Chinese manufacturer will be confirming the price of the Honor V20 at its unveil event later this month. The poster present on the JD listing confirms on the key features of the smartphone.

The Honor V20 will be equipped with Link Turbo technology which combines 4G and Wi-Fi signals for uninterrupted internet connectivity. The second key feature mentioned on the poster is the in-display camera hole design which allows it to deliver full screen experience. The third key feature of the Honor V20 is its Sony IMX586 48-megapixel AI ultra-clear photography.

The Honor V20 is rumored to feature a 6.4-inch display that will carry support for full HD+ resolution of 2310 x 1080 pixels. It will be running on Android 9 Pie OS.

For photography, the Honor V20 is expected to feature a triple camera setup with 48-megapixel Sony IMX586 as its main sensor. Here are the official camera samples of the V20 smartphone. The smartphone is also tipped to be equipped with a ToF (Time of Flight) 3D camera sensor for precise creation of 3D models of objects and people for AR.

The Honor V20 smartphone will be fueled by Kirin 980 chipset. None of the leaks have revealed the battery size of the V20. Through its 3C certification it has been known that it will be arriving with 22.5W fast charging support.

Read More: Honor says it has grown up, reveals new logo

The Honor V20 is speculated to be priced at 2,799 Yuan in China. Honor has confirmed that it will be holding a launch event on Jan. 22 to announce the Honor View 20 which is the international edition of the V20 handset.

MIUI 10.1 brings Android Pie stable update to the POCOPHONE F1

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Dec 11, 2018

Just a short while after receiving a beta update, Xiaomi has released a stable update that brings Android Pie to the POCOPHONE F1.

The update has not started to roll out yet as an OTA but you can grab the file and load it manually on to your device. The update comes as MIUI 10.1.3.0 and is 1.7GB in size. There isn’t much to the changelog but the camera app now supports Google Lens, issues with Android Auto has been fixed and the issue with the microphone not working after plugging in earphones has also been fixed.

According to some comments on the XDA forum for the phone, there are some issues that have not been fixed or seem to have returned such as keyboard lag, notification handling, and touch lag on PUBG. You may want to go through the whole thread to get more info.

POCOPHONE F1 Android Pie update — Image source: thesoupthief (POCOPHONE F1 XDA Forums)

The update can be manually downloaded here if you don’t want to wait. If you are not eager to get on Android Pie, the OTA should soon hit your device.

The POCOPHONE F1 is an affordable flagship launched by Xiaomi. It has a 6.18-inch 2246 x 1080 screen, a Snapdragon 845 processor and up to 8GB of RAM. Storage capacity starts at 64GB and maxes out at 256GB. A MicroSD card slot which doubles as a second SIM slot will let you add up to an extra 256GB of space.

The phone has a 12MP + 5MP dual camera combo on its back. It nearly even won a blind camera test put up by popular tech YouTuber, MKBHD. It was defeated only by the Huawei Mate 20 Pro in a test that includes heavyweights such as Google’s Pixel 3, Samsung’s Galaxy Note 9, LG’s V40 ThinQ and Apple’s iPhone XS.

Nokia 7 receives Android 9 Pie in China

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Dec 11, 2018

HMD Global has been hard at work updating its phones to Android Pie. Just as the Android One versions of its phones have been getting the updates, so also have the Chinese versions. Today, it is the turn of the Nokia 7 to get its own slice of Android Pie in China.

The update comes a few days after the Nokia 6 (2018) also received the update in China. Other than Android Pie features, the update brings other new features to the phone such as support for Dual-SIM Dual-VoLTE, support for HD calls, and an optimized battery management system. It also brings support for aptX and aptX HD for Bluetooth audio, a redesigned camera UI and app store.

The Nokia 7 was released in 2017. It has a 5.2-inch 1080p display with a 16:9 aspect ratio and Gorilla Glass 3 on top. It is powered by the Snapdragon 630 processor and comes with 4GB or 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.

A single 16MP f/1.8 camera with Zeiss optics sits on its back and a 5MP f/2.0 camera is in front for selfies. It also has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, a USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm audio jack, and Bluetooth 5.0. It packs a 3000mAh battery with support for 18W fast-charging.

Huawei 5G tech still trusted by several countries including France and German- China’s Foreign Ministry

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 11, 2018

Huawei has been having an amazing run in the release and sales of its smartphones, bringing in innovations that distinguish its flagship phones from of those of its competitors. But the furore generated by the company’s ban in the U.S still continues to resonate even in other climes. New Zealand and Australia recently announced that they will not be deploying Huawei’s 5G infrastructure due to security concerns. Just recently, Japan was added to the list of countries that won’t deploy Huawei’s 5G technology. However, the Chinese tech giant is undeterred and apparently still has several partners globally to patronise its 5G equipment.

A recent report covered by Chinese website Globaltimes quotes a spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs to have revealed that companies from more than 20 countries have signed commercial deals on fifth-generation (5G) mobile networks with Huawei. The comment became necessary after media reports emerged that Japan’s big three telecom operators plan not to use 5G equipment from China’s Huawei and ZTE.

According to Lu Kang, spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, “Many countries believe Huawei is trustworthy and a partner for cooperation.” The spokesperson was reported to have specifically mentioned Portugal, France and Germany and opined that such examples were enough to show that Huawei is gaining trust from an increasing number of global partners. Beijing has reportedly contacted Tokyo through diplomatic channels to register its objection to discrimination of any of the Chinese companies operating in Japan.

Huawei recently disclosed that it has invested $600 million on 5G basic research since 2013. The company also stated that it spent 4 billion yuan ($575 million) on developing 5G technology in 2017 alone. Huawei also hinted that it has more than 50 commercial deals for 5G globally. This includes pilot projects consisting of over 100 base stations which have already been set up in Doha, London, and Seoul while over 10,000 5G base stations have been shipped abroad.

Lenovo Z5s to be powered by Snapdragon 678 SoC and Android Pie

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Jeet

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Dec 11, 2018

After launching Lenovo Z5 and Z5 Pro, the Chinese company is now all set to launch yet another smartphone in the Z5-series, dubbed as Lenovo Z5s. Lenovo Group VP Chang Cheng has already released a poster confirming the phone’s launch on 18th December.

Now, new poster related to the phone’s launch has surfaced online, which reveals that the phone will be running the latest Android 9 Pie operating system out-of-the-box. However, the most interesting revelation is that the Lenovo Z5s will be powered by Snapdragon 678 processor, which is yet to be launched by Qualcomm.

While nothing is known about the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 chipset, we expect it to be a mid-range chipset with a focus on artificial intelligence and photography. It could be a slight upgrade compared to the Snapdragon 675. Given the naming, we expect the chipset to fall between Snapdragon 675 and Snapdragon 710.

Lenovo has been teasing the smartphone, signifying the letter “S” with Speed, Shoot and Sexy. This suggests that the upcoming device will be a good-looking smartphone that will deliver top-notch performance and stellar photography experience.

As for the rest of the specifications, the smartphone is expected to come with a 6.3-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD display with 2240 x 1080 pixels screen resolution. It will feature an in-display front-facing camera, just like the Samsung Galaxy A8s but its placement will be at the center.

It is also confirmed that the phone will come with triple rear camera sensors along with an LED flash. It is expected to have a camera configuration of 13MP + 5MP + 2MP. On the front side, the phone will come equipped with an 8MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The phone is also expected to come with an in-display fingerprint sensor, which is currently the trend in the upper mid-range smartphone segment. Further, the device will be powered by a 3,210mAh battery with support for Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 18W fast charging.

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ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2, Max M2 unveiled in India with Rs. 9,999 starting price

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Dec 11, 2018

ASUS had launched the ZenFone Max Pro M1 and ZenFone Max M1 smartphones earlier this year. Today, the Taiwanese company has launched the ZenFone Max Pro M2 and ZenFone Max M2 as their successor editions through a launch event in India. Like their predecessor models, the newly announced Max Pro M2 and Max M2 offer value for money specifications and come with affordable price tags.

ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2 and ZenFone Max M2 Specifications and Features

The dimensions of the Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 that comes with a curved 3D glass rear and a metallic frame are 157.8 x 75.5 x 8.5mm. The handset weighs 175 grams. A notched IPS LCD display of 6.26 inches is present on the smartphone. It produces full HD+ resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9. One of the USPs of the ZenFone Max Pro M2 is that is the first affordable smartphone to arrive with Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection.

The predecessor model was powered by Snapdragon 636. For the Max Pro M2, Asus has used the slightly older Snapdragon 660 chipset. A 5,000mAh battery powers the smartphone. The massive battery lacks support for fast charging.

The glass back of the ZenFone Max Pro M2 is fitted with a vertical dual camera system. It has a primary sensor of 12-megapixel Sony IMX486 with f/1.8 aperture. It is accompanied by 5-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. On the front is an LED flash assisted 13-megapixel selfie camera. A fingerprint reader resides on the rear shell of the smartphone.

For conveniently unlocking the ZenFone Max Pro M2, it is equipped with face unlock feature. It comes with other features such as dedicated microSD card slot, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, microUSB 2.0 and 3.5mm audio jack. It produces impressive sound output through its loudspeakers since it is equipped with 5-magnet speaker and NXT SmartAmp. The handset runs on Android 8.1 Oreo OS with no custom UI on it. The Android 9 Pie OS will be available for the smartphone in January 2019.

The ASUS ZenFone Max M2 is packed with weaker specs than the Max Pro M2 phone. It is a metal bodied smartphone that measures 158.41 x 76.28 x 7.7mm and weighs 160 grams. It has a 6-inch notched IPS LCD display that carries support for HD+ resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels.

The ZenFone Max M2 comes with Snapdragon 632 which also powers the Honor 8C smartphone that was unveiled recently. It receives power from 4,000mAh battery.

In the photography department, the ZenFone Max M2 offers 13-megapixel + 2-mgeapixel dual camera setup and an 8-megapixel selfie camera. The smartphone carries support for other features such as microSD card slot, Android 8.1 Oreo OS, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, microUSB 2.0 and 3.5mm audio jack. Fingerprint sensor and facial recognition are the two security features available on the ZenFone Max M1. Like the Pro model, the Max M1 is also blessed with 5-magnet speaker and NXT SmartAmp.

ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2 and ZenFone Max M2 Pricing and Availability:

Here are the pricings and color variants of the newly unveiled ZenFone Max Pro M2 and Max M2 smartphones:

ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2
3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage – Rs. 12,999 (~$180)
4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage – Rs. 14,999 (~$209)
6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage – Rs. 16,999 (~$237)
Color Variants: Blue and Titanium

ASUS ZenFone Max M2
3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage – Rs. 9,999 (~$139)
4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage – Rs. 11,999 (~$167)
Color Variants: Blue and Black

The official sales of ZenFone Max Pro M2 will begin on Dec. 18 and the ZenFone Max M2 will be available for buying from Dec. 20. Launch day offers for both phones include no cost EMI and Complete Protection Plan by Flipkart for Rs. 99. These handsets will be exclusively available for purchase through Flipkart.

Nokia 8.1 6GB RAM and 128GB storage model to launch in India in January 2019

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Jeet

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Dec 11, 2018

Yesterday, HMD Global launched the Nokia 8.1 in the Indian market, priced at Rs. 26,999 (approximately $393). The smartphone is currently available for pre-order and will start shipping from 21st December.

While the company has only launched the base model in the Indian market which comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage, it seems that the Finnish company is all set to launch the top-end model which packs 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage.

If you were hoping to get the 6GB RAM model of the Nokia 8.1, then the wait time is also not much. According to the latest report, HMD Global is planning to launch the Nokia 8.1 with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage in India next month. However, there’s no information available for the 6GB RAM and 64GB internal storage model.

According to the source, during the Nokia 8.1 India launch event, Ajey Mehta, Vice President India, HMD Global, revealed that the 6GB + 128GB model of the Nokia 8.1 will land in the country next month. However, nothing has been revealed, including the pricing and exact availability details of this model.

Coming to the specifications, the phone features a 6.18-inch Full HD+ display with 2244 x 1080 pixels screen resolution, 18.7:9 aspect ratio, and 81.5 percent screen-to-body ratio. It supports HDR10, 500 nits peak brightness and is capable of 96 percent color gamut.

It is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 710 octa-core processor clocked at up to 2.2GHz. There’s also a microSD card slot that enables storage expansion up to 400GB. While 4GB RAM model has already been launched, the 6GB RAM model is expected to come soon.

As for the photography, the smartphone features a dual rear camera setup, consisting of a 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture and a 13-megapixel secondary ZEISS optics lens with f/2.2 aperture. On the front side, there’s a 20-megapixel sensor with f/2.0 aperture for taking selfies and video calling.

The camera comes with several AI-based features including scene detection that can automatically detect 18 scenes. It also has AI Beauty and AI Portrait mode, six AI studio lights, AI expressions, and a new dual-view mode.

For added security, along with the face unlock feature, the phone also comes with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. Connectivity options on the device include Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac dual-band, Bluetooth v5, GPS + GLONASS, and a USB Type-C port.

In the software department, being a part of Google‘s Android One program, the Nokia 8.1 is running a stock version of Android 9 Pie operating system out-of-the-box. The phone is driving power from a 3,500mAh battery that supports fast charging technology.

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Xiaomi Play could be rebranded Poco F1 for China; Likely to launch on December 24

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Dec 11, 2018

Fresh information shared by a tipster from China reveals that Xiaomi will be introducing Xiaomi Play, a new series of smartphone. He has added that the company may hold a launch event for it between Dec. 17 and Dec. 26. Probably, it could be unveiled on Dec. 24. It is being speculated that the Xiaomi Play could actually be the rebranded version of the Xiaomi Poco F1 for China.

The Xiaomi Play moniker suggests that it could be a gaming-friendly flagship smartphone with good battery life. In June, Honor had launched the gaming-focused Honor Play smartphone with flagship specifications. The smartphone had arrived with budget-friendly price tag of 1,999 Yuan (~$289). Hence, the Xiaomi Play could be the Snapdragon 845 powered gaming-centric budget phone. As mentioned above, it could be rebranded Poco F1 for the home market.

Xiaomi had launched the Poco F1 smartphone in India on August. In some markets outside of India, the same phone is available with Pocophone F1 moniker. The smartphone has been met with positive response from audience and critics. In the previous week, the Chinese manufacturer had confirmed that it had sold the 700,000 unit of Poco F1 in the past 3 months.

The Xiaomi Poco F1 is fitted with a 6.18-inch IPS LCD notched screen that produces full HD+ resolution. A 4,000mAh battery with support for Quick Charge 4 fuels the smartphone. For photography, it features a front-facing camera of 20-megapixel and 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup on the rear. It also features IR face scanner apart from fingerprint sensor. The MIUI 10 update has been rolled out for the smartphone. It will be soon treated with Android 9 Pie OS update.

Read More: Xiaomi co-founder teases mysterious product that’s been in development for a year, says it’s coming soon

The Xiaomi Poco F1 is now selling with reduced pricing in India. The 64 GB storage + 6 GB RAM, 128 GB storage + 6 GB RAM, 256 GB storage + 8 GB RAM models of the Poco F1 are now respectively available for Rs. 19,999 (~$279), Rs. 22,999 (~$320) and Rs. 27,999 (~$389). These models are were respectively available with Rs. 20,999 (~$292), Rs. 23,999 (~$335) and Rs. 28,999 (~$404) pricings at the launch.

The Armoured Edition of the phone that features Kevrlar body, 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage was introduced for Rs. 29,999 (~$417). It is now available for Rs. 28,999 (~$404).

Meizu Note 8 with 4 GB RAM and 32 GB ROM coming on December 12

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Dec 11, 2018

In a bid to increase the choice for users, Meizu is launching a new variant of Note 8 with 4 GB RAM and 32 GB ROM storage. Already, it has been made available with the 4GB+64GB storage variant for the price of 1298 Yuan ($188). The new variant of Meizu Note 8 will be made available for the price of 999 Yuan ($145) from December 12th.

Other specs of the device will remain the same, and it will feature the same 6.0-inch display with more than 86%of display ratio. Its display with a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels at 403 PPI is making it more crisp and clear. In terms of power, it packs Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 SoC which consists of Kryo 250 eight-core CPU architecture. Further, there’s a 3600 mAh battery with mCharge fast charging.

In the camera section, there’s a 12 megapixel + 5-megapixel shooters on the rear side while an 8-megapixel selfie camera is resent on the front side. Its front camera will also help users to authenticate their device with face unlock feature. In connectivity, Meizu Note 8 features WiFi, GPS, USB Type-C. In terms of sensors, it carries that Fingerprint sensor, Compass, Proximity sensor, Accelerator, Ambient light, and Gyroscope.

Read More: Meizu Note 8 Flame Red color variant to go on sale in China from tomorrow

Users can own this high-strength die-cast aluminum alloy made framed mobile is available for the price of 999 Yuan ($145). Buyers can head for purchase starting from December 12th.

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Huawei supplier’s new policy is to fine employees for buying Apple iPhones

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Jeet

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Dec 11, 2018

While the on-going U.S.-China trade war is not directly impacting the smartphone market, the tensions are high and it’s hitting both the sides. Currently, the U.S. government is pushing hard to ban Chinese smartphones, including devices from Huawei.

At a time when Huawei is facing this issue, which is likely to hurt the company’s business, its business partners are siding with the Chinese technology giant. Menpad, a Shenzhen-based LCD display maker, which is also a supplier for Huawei, has comes up with a new policy to fine employees for buying Apple iPhones.

According to the reports, Menpad has asked its employees not to purchase iPhones and if they do, they will be fined the amount equivalent to its market price. It’s not yet clear how the company will charge the fine, but it could be deducted from their paychecks.

It doesn’t stop there. The company is also offering incentives for purchasing Huawei and ZTE‘s smartphones. The China-based company says that it will give 15 percent subsidy to the employees who buy devices from Huawei and ZTE.

In a show of nationalistic pride and support for Chinese companies, it also said that it will cease to buy any American products such as office equipment, computer, and cars. Further, it says to have doubled the sales commission to any employee who manages to sell its products to the United States.

In a statement, the company said: “If employees buy an iPhone for themselves, the company will impose a 100 percent penalty on the basis of the phone’s market price.” It added that the measures will be valid for three years, effective from December 7.

The move comes after Huawei issued a public letter to its suppliers all over the globe, criticizing the US for “pressuring a company by all means” and calling for continued support from its suppliers. The letter was issued as Canada confirmed it had arrested Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou at the request of the US.

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OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition to cost 699 (~$795) euros; Will be the most expensive OnePlus phone

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Dec 11, 2018

OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition will be announced today in England. In the next two-three days, it will be made official in India and China. Since it carries “Salute to Speed” tagline, OnePlus has included some advanced features on the smartphone that promise topnotch performance. Fresh information on the pricing of the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition has surfaced today.

According to Indian tipster Ishan Agarwal, the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition will be landing in India with a price tag of 699 euros (~$795) in European countries and including taxes, it may cost around 709 euros (~$806). The pricing leak reveals that it will be the most expensive OnePlus phone ever from the company. The highest configuration of the OnePlus 6T which comes with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage is priced at 629 euros in Europe. It will be sold as a limited-edition smartphone.

OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition Specifications

Recent leaks have revealed that the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition will be the company’s first phone with 10 GB of RAM. It will be also equipped with Warp Charge 30 fast charging technology that will allow the phone to gain 60 percent battery power in just 30 minutes. The handset will include an inbuilt storage of 256 GB.

The rest of the specifications of the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition will be same as the regular edition of the OnePlus 6T. Hence, the smartphone will be coming with a 6.41-inch Optic AMOLED display, Snapdragon 845 chipset, OxygenOS based Android 9 Pie OS, 3,700mAh battery, 16-megapixel + 20-megapixel dual camera and 16-megapixel front-facing shooter. It will be also equipped with an in-screen fingerprint reader. Like the regular model, it won’t be featuring a 3.5mm audio jack.

The OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition will be coming with a sporty appeal compared to its regular version. It will be featuring a carbon fiber-like finish under the rear glass. Its bottom edge may sport Orange hue. The smartphone will also feature logos of McLaren and OnePlus and it will be also loaded with a custom UI from the car maker.