Xiaomi Mi Play vs Huawei Enjoy 9 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2): Specs Comparison

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Dec 26, 2018

Xiaomi Mi Play inaugurated a brand new series of devices from the Chinese giant, which is located in the mid/low-end segment. That is why this device is a perfect rival for the newly-announced Huawei Enjoy 9 and Asus Zenfone Max (M2), two other impressive alternatives available with a price tag inferior to €200 in Asia. These handsets are perfect for you if you are looking for a device which is never great, but never gives disappointments despite having an incredibly low price tag. If you belong to this range of users, go ahead and check out this specs comparison.

Xiaomi Mi Play vs Huawei Enjoy 9 vs Asus Zenfone Max (M2)

	Xiaomi Mi Play	Huawei Enjoy 9	Asus Zenfone Max M2
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	147.76 x 71.89 x 7.8 mm, 150 grams	158.9 x 76.9 x 8.1 mm, 168 grams	158.4 x 76.3 x 7.7 mm, 160 grams
DISPLAY	5.84 inches, 1080 x 2280p (HD+), 432 ppi, IPS LCD	6.26 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 269 ppi, IPS LCD	6.3 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 267 ppi, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	MediaTek Helio P35, octa-core 2.3 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 450, octa-core 1.8 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz
MEMORY	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE	Android 8.1 Oreo, MIUI	Android 8.1 Oreo, EMUI	Android 8.1 Oreo
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA	Dual 12 +2 MP 8 MP front camera	Dual 13 + 2 MP f/1.8 and f/2.4 8 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 13 +2 MP 8 MP front camera
BATTERY	3000 mAh	4000 mAh	4000 mAh
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot

Design

The design is the key point of Xiaomi Mi Play. It is one of the most elegant and beautiful handsets sold for less than €200. Unlike Huawei Enjoy 9 and Asus Zenfone Max M2 which are full metal unibody phones, Xiaomi Mi Play has a glass back and you can get it in two gradient color variants or in black. Further, it comes with a waterdrop notch and very thin bezels, and it is more compact and lightweight than its opponents thanks to its smaller display. That is why I like it more aesthetically. Between Asus Zenfone Max M2 and Huawei Enjoy 9, I would choose the latter because it has a smaller notch and a more attractive rear design.

Display

Xiaomi Mi Play has the best display because it provides a higher level of detail. Indeed, it is the only device to sport the Full HD+ resolution, while Asus Zenfone Max M2 and Huawei Enjoy 2 have below-average HD+ displays. This plays an important role when it comes to energy consumption given that low-resolution displays are more efficient, but it decreases the viewing quality. Xiaomi Mi Play also has the smallest display and thanks to the higher pixel density it will look more detailed than other Full HD+ displays.

Specs & Software

Xiaomi Mi Play and Asus Zenfone Max M2 are superior devices when it comes to hardware and performance. The MediaTek Helio P35 found on the Mi Play is a valid rival for the Snapdragon 632 by Qualcomm inside the Asus Zenfone Max M2. I personally like the Snapdragon 632 more because of its GPU. Further, Asus Zenfone Max M2 has a micro SD dedicated slot allowing to use both the dual SIM slot and the expansion slot at the same time. Android 8.1 Oreo is installed out of the box on each of these handsets, and it is customized by a proprietary user interface. Basing on the current software support from the companies, we believe Xiaomi Mi Play will most likely be the first, if not the only one, to get Android Pie in the coming year.

Camera

Do not expect high-end cameras from these handsets, but all of them can provide a decent photo quality, at least when light conditions are good because when it gets dark they start becoming disappointing. The one I like more is Asus Zenfone Max M2 because it features a LED flash on the front side for a better selfie quality in the dark. Anyways, note that there are just marginal differences in photo quality between these devices.

Battery

The longest-lasting phone is definitely the Asus Zenfone Max M2 because of its 4000 mAh battery paired with very efficient components, such as the Snapdragon 632 chipset. Right after, there is Huawei Enjoy 9 which can achieve almost the same battery life in most of the scenarios. Xiaomi Mi Play is much inferior and it is not a battery champion like its opponents. It can just reach a sufficient battery life: one day with a moderate use, while the other twos can last more than one day with a stressed use.

Price

While specs are definitely not the strongest points of these devices, the price is the most important thing. Xiaomi Mi Play debuted in China with a starting price tag of just $160/€140 + 10 GB of free data traffic for 12 months, Huawei Enjoy 9 costs just $145/€127 in its base variant and Asus Zenfone Max M2 was launched with a starting price of $195/€170 in India. I would personally go for the Asus Zenfone Max (M2) because of its big battery and good performance. I would not choose Xiaomi Mi Play because, even though it has a better design and a better display, its 3000 mAh battery is not enough for my use. On the other hand, Huawei Enjoy 9 has a lower-end SoC than Asus Zenfone Max M2 and this would make me spend those $50 more to get a faster and smoother user experience thanks to the Snapdragon 632. Last but not least, the front-facing LED flash and the micro SD dedicated slot are always useful things.

Read More: ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2, Max M2 now official in Russia; Pricing and Specifications Revealed

Asus Zenfone Max (M2) vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro vs Motorola One Power: PROs and CONS

Asus Zenfone Max M2

PROs

Great battery life
Micro SD dedicated slot
Thin design
Front-facing flash
Nice performance

CONS

HD display

Xiaomi Mi Play

PROs

Compact and lightweight
Better display
Good design
Good performance

CONS

Smaller battery

Huawei Enjoy 9

PROs

Good design
Affordable price
Big battery

CONS

HD display
Lower-end SoC

Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) vs Oppo RX17 Neo vs Nokia 8.1: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Dec 26, 2018

Nokia and Asus have just unveiled two potential best-buys of 2019: Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) and Nokia 8.1. The first is the successor of Zenfone Max Pro (M1), one of the best selling affordable phones of 2018, while the second is the European version of the Nokia X7 and it is the successor of the Nokia 7 Plus for Europe. Besides Nokia 8.1, another important mid-ranger recently hitten European shelves: Oppo RX17 Neo. This is an in-depth comparison between these three beasts available at very interesting prices.

Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) vs Oppo RX17 Neo vs Nokia 8.1

	Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2	Oppo RX17 Neo	Nokia 8.1
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	157.9 x 75.5 x 8.5 mm, 170 grams	158.3 x 75.5 x 7.4 mm, 156 grams	154.8 x 75.8 x 8 mm, 178 grams
DISPLAY	6.3 inches, 1080 x 2280p (Full HD+), 400 ppi, IPS LCD	6.41 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 402 ppi, 19.5:9 ratio, Super AMOLED	6.18 inches, 1080 x 2280p (Full HD+), 408 ppi, 19:9 ratio, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, octa-core 2.2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, octa-core 2.2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB, micro SD dedicated slot	4 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE	Android 8.1 Oreo, Funtouch OS	Android 8.1 Oreo, Color OS	Android 8.1 Oreo, Android One
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	Dual 12 + 5 MP f/1.8 and f/2.4 25 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 16 + 2 MP f/2.4 25 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 12 + 13 MP f/1.8 20 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	3400 mAh Fast Charging 18W	3600 mAh Fast Charging 10W	3500 mAh Fast Charging 18W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot

Design

If you like to show your smartphone to your friends and you want the most beautiful device, there is no much better than the Oppo RX17 Neo on its price range. Indeed, it comes with a refined glass back available in stunning gradient colors, and it also features a display with a very high screen-to-body ratio thanks to the OnePlus 6T-like waterdrop notch. Further, the device features an in-display fingerprint reader, so its rear side is very clean. Even though it is not at the same level of Oppo, even Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) has impressive aesthetics, especially thanks to its elegant glass back.

Display

The most impressive display is again the one found on the Oppo RX17 Neo, thanks to its Super AMOLED technology making colors very brilliant, a larger diagonal and very deep blacks. However, it remains a midrange-class panel and it is not anything spectacular. Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) and Nokia 8.1 have average IPS panel with a Full HD resolution, sufficient but again nothing special.

Hardware & Software

The strong point of Nokia 8.1 is under the hood. It features a way better chipset: the Snapdragon 710 running at a max frequency of 2.2 GHz, while its opponents have the older and less powerful Snapdragon 660. You can get Nokia 8.1 with up to 6 GB of RAM and with Android One, a stock version of Google’s operating system which gets updated faster compared to Oppo’s Color OS and Asus’ custom forks. Oppo RX17 Neo and Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 come with the same chipset but the former has more internal storage (128 GB), while the latter boasts a micro SD dedicated slot leaving the dual SIM slot always free and usable.

Camera

If you are searching for the best camera on the rear side, you should go for Nokia 8.1 as its dual camera with Carl Zeiss optics and OIS can achieve definitely better results. On the other hand, Oppo RX17 Neo is better for selfies and it has a very advanced algorithm and AI-backed features for its 25 MP front camera. Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) is definitely not a camera phone and it should bring just an average camera performance.

Read More: ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2, Max M2 now official in Russia; Pricing and Specifications Revealed

Battery

Just like every device from the Max line-up, Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) is mainly focused on the battery life. It comes with a huge 5000 mAh unit which is able to last even two days of intensive use on a single charge. But note that it does not feature a fast charging technology, so it will take a while to reach 100 percent. Oppo RX17 Neo and Nokia 8.1 have a great battery life as well, but they are far from the results reached by Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2). But at least Nokia 8.1 is able to charge fastly.

Price

The battery life is my main concern when I am looking for midrange handsets and, given that Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) has even the lowest price tag (€237/$270 in India), for me it is the device with the best value for money. But overall, Nokia 8.1 is the best phone in this trio. It will cost you about €400/$450, while Oppo RX17 Neo debuted in Europe with a price tag of about €350/$398.

Asus Zenfone Max Pro (M2) vs Oppo RX17 Neo vs Nokia 8.1: PROs and CONS

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2

PROs

Huge battery
Dedicated micro SD slot
Affordable price
Good aesthetics

CONS

Limited availability

Oppo RX17 Neo

PROs

Awesome design
Big battery
In-display fingerprint scanner
Thinner body

CONS

Bigger dimensions

Nokia 8.1

PROs

Better hardware
Amazing cameras
Android One
More affordable

CONS

Nothing special

Check out the ALLDOCUBE X behind-the-scene production process (Video)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 26, 2018

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 look-alike ALLDOCUBE X is close to been released when the preorder on Indiegogo ends. The tablet will hit retail stores like AliExpress, Amazon and other partnered online stores such as Gearbest.

Perhaps to keep fans busy while they wait for the official release of the ALLDOCUBE X, the company has shared a short clip of behind-the-sceneproduction process of the device.

Apart from packing a 2.5K AMOLED display, Alldocube X is also set to be the best affordable media tablet on the market with other entertainment features like AKM HiFi sound chip to make all you hear is music to the ears. There is also a 4K video playback and HDR support to embrace the absolutely stunning feast to the eyes. Most importantly, it is fired by a mammoth 8000mAh battery to make sure that there is all-day long juice to power your entertainment.

In terms of design, the tablet features an ultra-slim design with 6.9mm industry-leading thinness. It weighs just 500g despite the big battery and this makes it feel comfortable when held. The tablet And it’s all-metal, the look is premium and classic. Having the fingerprint sensor placed on the right side gives you exclusive access to it and protects your data’s safety. The sleek tablet packs 4GB of RAM and 64GB of ROM in the offer and supports up to 128GB of MicroSD expansion. In terms of connectivity, it comes with a USB-C port to charge and equally has OTG support. The tablet also supports WiFi and PE+2.0 quick charge.

You can check out more details of the Alldocube X from here.

OPPO’s 10x hybrid optical zoom camera technology could be displayed at MWC 2019

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 26, 2018

At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2017, OPPO had showcased a dual camera setup with 5x loseless zoom. Recently spotted patent documents have revealed that the Chinese smartphone manufacturer is now working on a 10x hybrid optical zoom technology camera. According to popular tipster Ice Universe, an OPPO official has confirmed that the company will be showcasing the 10x zoom camera tech at the MWC 2019 tech expo in Barcelona, Spain in February.

The patent sketches have revealed a dual camera setup with a flash unit. Unfortunately, the patent documents that explain the hybrid zoom technology are not available. OPPO that has six research institutes and four R&D across the globe is known for providing innovative features on its smartphone. The OPPO Find X that released this year is the world’s first smartphone to feature a slide-out assembly for the front and rear cameras.

The 5x loseless zoom technology that OPPO had demonstrated at MWC last year include a dual camera module with a wide-angle lens and a telephoto lens. The latter is hidden in the camera module in an innovate periscope-like structure. It also includes a prism to divert the light to the telephoto lens for deeper zoom. OPPO’s 5x loseless zoom technology is yet to be commercialized.

Read More: OPPO R19 case images reveals refreshed rear design

Rumors are rife that the 10x zoom camera technology by OPPO will be first seen on the OPPO F19 and F19 Pro smartphones. The F19 duo could be fueled by Snapdragon 675 chipset and a notch-less screen. Probably, the F19 models may feature an in-screen camera hole display.

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ILIFE A7 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner discounted to $179 On Amazon (down from $229)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 26, 2018

ILIFE is reputed as one of China’s leading robot vacuum cleaner manufacturers known for designing robot vacuums, smart robotic vacuums, automatic vacuum cleaners that help keep the environment dust and germ-free. Staying true to its reputation, the company designed the ILIFE A7 robotic vacuum cleaner, which you can now buy at a discounted price on Amazon. The robot vacuum usually sells for $229 but you can now pick it up on Amazon for $179 which is an absolute bargain at this price.

If you fancy keeping your surrounding clean and tidy all the time without emptying your pocket, the ILIFE A7 Robot Vacuum cleaner is definitely what you need. The ILIFE A7 robotic vacuum cleaner is equipped with the Gen 3 CyclonePower cleaning system as well as dual roller brushes system that lets you take care of pet hair, debris and dust on carpets and hard floors without breaking much of a sweat. It features high suction for efficient, deep and thorough cleaning. Moreover, the A7 comes with a rubber brush and bristle brush and is capable of dealing with carpets. When it uses the rubber brush, it cleans hard floors without having clogging issues with pet hairs.

Furthermore, the A7 comes with five (5) highly effective cleaning modes including the Auto mode, Spot mode, Edge mode, Path mode, and Max mode. On top of that, you can easily control the vacuum using an app on your phone, using the remote control or the button placed on top of the vacuum.

You can pick up the ILIFE A7 robotic vacuum cleaner from Amazon using this link. You can also get more details of the A7’s features as well those of other ILIFE robotic vacuum cleaners from the company’s website. Do note that the reduced price will be available until January 9.

Samsung could be planning to enter the drone market, patents transformable drone

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Jeet

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Dec 26, 2018

Samsung, the South Korea-based giant known for making smartphones and other consumer and durable electronics, could be looking to enter the drone market. The company has been active in filing drone patents and a recent drone patent has now been published by the US Patents & Trademark Office.

This makes Samsung the first smartphone manufacturer to seriously consider entering the drone market. Interestingly, the company is not considering making just any drone, the patent reveals that the South Korean-giant is working on a transformable drone — something that no drone-maker has done so far.

Media reports indicate that the drone will in-effect be the next-generation accessory for the company’s Galaxy line-up of smartphones. In the patent, the drone is described with having folding arms, lots of specific sensors. Apart from the camera sensor, it will come with gyros, a barometer, compass, ultrasonic, temperature, light and ultraviolet sensors.

The arms of the drone can be folded within the body. In the patent, Samsung writes:

An aspect of the present disclosure provides a transformable drone in which an arm for fixing a propeller can be folded and unfolded against the main body (or an airframe) which may provide a transformable unmanned aerial vehicle which combines portability and flight performance through a transformable main body (or an airframe).

Other than that, it includes the usual technology such as wireless controls using smartphone, tablet or PC. Samsung says that it can be controlled using any electronic device, including any home appliance such as a washing machine or a refrigerator.

As for the housing structure, the drone is comprised of two compartments that slide together to form a compact, portable unit. Just like other drone apps, the company intends to include joystick-like controls that can be manipulated via the smartphone screen.

In the patent, the company notes that while unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have historically been developed for military purposes, the addition of a camera sensor to the drones have resulted in its popularity in commercial markets as well.

Industry watchers say Samsung has applied for several design and technology patents related to drone since 2016, aiming to take the lead in the drone technology. This latest patent from Samsung is the company’s fifth drone-related patent in this year alone. The South Korean company has also overtaken IBM as the holder of the most patents in the USA.

According to the data from market research firm IDC, the global drone industry has grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30.6 percent and will grow to worth US$29.5 billion by 2022.

iTeknic IK-BH001 Wireless Stereo Headset with up to 24 hours playback launching December 28

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 26, 2018

In the early days of Bluetooth headphones, it was perhaps the worst way to listen to music. But thanks to improved wireless transmission standards, such as aptX and innovations in battery technology, Bluetooth earbuds are quickly becoming one of the most popular ways to listen to music. The fun is usually cut short due to the battery capacity that is usually crammed into the earbud. If you’re lucky, you could see a wireless headset that can deliver up to 8 hours playback while others don’t even last more than 2-3 hours. However, a new wireless headset dubbed iTeknic IK-BH001 wireless stereo headset is about launching with a lofty promise.

The iTeknic IK-BH001 Bluetooth headset is touted to deliver up to 24 hours of playback time. This is perhaps, the standout feature of the Bluetooth headphone but the gadget is expected to coming packing several other premium features. The 24-hour playtime was achieved using the latest low power-consuming Bluetooth chips and improved battery capacity.

The iTeknic headset has a sleek, stylish design and a solid build. It is a high-performance headset ideal for exercise, although any outgoer will also find their lightweight functionality and impressive sound isolation highly appealing. In addition to offering 24 hours playback per charge, the headset has Bluetooth 5.0 which guarantees excellent call and streaming quality. There is also an IPX4 sweat and weather resistance. It adopts an in-ear design with a hook which keeps it firmly in place even if the wearer is out jogging or doing our vigorous exercises. There are also control buttons for volume control and to power on/off the gadget. The control buttons can also be used to control calls.

iTeknic IK-BH001 Wireless Stereo Headphone is scheduled for launch on December 28. When that happens we’ll bring you more details of the Bluetooth headset. Also, expect our review of the headset that promises an outstanding 24-hour battery life soon.

Exclusive: How Link Turbo works on the Honor V20

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Habeeb Onawole

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Dec 26, 2018

One of the unique features of the Honor V20 which launched today is the proprietary technology called Link Turbo. Link Turbo is designed to improve network connectivity on your device by intelligently switching between LTE and Wi-Fi or even combining both if the need arises. We have been able to get our hands on more info about Link Turbo and how it works.

Link Turbo’s top feature is what is called Intelligent Shunting. This allows the user to set different networks to different applications. So you can set payment/banking apps to use 4G while apps for downloading can be set to use Wi-Fi. Link turbo also allows you to combine both networks for apps that require a higher throughput such as online games such as PUBG and Fortnite or video streaming apps.

Honor boasts about the speeds of Link Turbo. According to them, popular internet connection test site, Speedtest, says Link turbo is 71% faster than an LTE network and 135% faster than a Wi-Fi network using the Honor V20 as the test device. They also carried out a download speed test using Link Turbo on the Honor V20 against the iPhone XS Max which was connected to a Wi-Fi network and the Honor V20 was 40% faster.

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Honor V20 with 6.4-inch display, Kirin 980, 25MP screen camera and 48MP Sony camera is official

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Updated May 2, 2019

Honor has announced the Kirin 980 powered Honor V20 is the budget-friendly flagship phone. It sports a punch hole display like the Huawei Nova 4 and its packed with various other advanced features 48-megapixel camera, 25-megapixel screen camera and Link Turbo technology. The Honor V20 has been introduced with a starting price of 2,999 Yuan (~$435).

Design and Display

The Honor V20 boasts a premium appeal thanks to metal and glass combination design. It is the first V-series phone from the company to sport 3D glass with V-shaped texture which appears prominent when light reflects on it. The front camera is no longer present on the top bezel of the smartphone. It is now placed under the display at the top-left corner. The screen camera occupies only a small space since it measures only 4.5mm in diameter. This has allowed the phone to sport slimmer bezels around the display except for the bottom one which is slightly thick.

A 6.4-inch IPS LCD screen that supports 2310 x 1080 pixels full HD+ resolution is present on the device. The screen delivers a screen-to-body ratio of 91.82 percent and a pixel density of 382 ppi.

Chipset, RAM and Battery

The powerful 7nmm Kirin 980 chipset is the driving force of the Honor V20 flagship phone. It is supported by up to 8 GB of RAM. For storage, the handset offers an inbuilt storage of up to 256 GB. There is no microSD card slot on the device.

The 4,000mAh of the Honor V20 is equipped with support for 4.5V/5A rapid charging. The Android 9.0 Pie OS that is flavored with EMUI 9.0 UI comes preinstalled on the Honor V20. The handset includes the YOYO AI smart assistant that was announced first with Honor Magic 2 smartphone in November.

The Honor V20 also features GPU Turbo technology for accelerated GPU performance. The Chinese manufacturer claims that the GPU performance of the Honor V20 is 20 times better than mainstream smartphones. The NINE liquid cooling system offers comprehensive heat dissipation for core heating sources of different components for camera, CPU and charging IC.

Tell Labs, a recognized mobile certification body that has developed a set of tests for game interactions, screen technology, lag-free performance, heat dissipation and endurance. The Honor V20 not only performed well in Tell Labs tests, but also acquired 5-star certification. Hence, Honor claims that the Honor V20 powered with cloud computer solution can deliver 10 times better gaming experience than PC. In fact, the Honor V20 can be turned into a super computer by connecting a large display, a mouse and a keyboard.

Cameras and Other Features

The Honor V20 has 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. It 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.

There is a 3D ToF can be used for Augmented Reality (AR) which brings support for depth measurement, bone recognition, motion capture, 3D body shaping and 3D somatosensory games on the Honor V20. The 3D ToF lens can let YOYO assistant to perform real-time dance steps performed by the user. It can also create 3D characters that can mimic the actions of the user. At the front is an AI powered selfie camera of 25-megapixel with f/2.0 aperture.

For accurate GPU positioning, the Honor V20 comes equipped with dual-band GPS technology. Moreover, the Link Turbo technology that aggregates LTE and Wi-Fi connections offers uninterrupted internet connectivity on Honor V20. The connectivity features available on the V20 are dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC and USB-C.

Honor V20 Pricing and Availability

Here are the different variants and pricing of the Honor V20:

6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – 2,999 Yuan (~$435)
8 GB RM + 128 GB storage – 3,499 Yuan (~$505)

The Honor V20 can be bought in colors like Magic Night Black, Charm Blue Sear and Charm Red. The pre-orders of the Honor V20 will be carried until tomorrow and its first sale will take placed on Dec. 28 at 10:08 AM (local time).

The Chinese manufacturer has partnered with Italian luxury brand MOSCHINO to release customized Phantom Blue and Phantom Red editions of the Honor V20 MOSCHINO edition. It comes with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. The special edition model of V20 is priced at 3,999 Yuan (~$579). The first sale of the Honor V20 MOSCHINO edition will begin on Dec. 28 at 10:08 AM (local time).

The Honor V20 will be unveiled as Honor View 20 on Jan. 22 in Paris, France. The View 20 is also expected to debut in India in January.

Buy KUGOO S1 Folding Electric Scooter For Only $349.99 On GeekBuying [Coupon Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 26, 2018

An electric scooter is a great choice for a short predictable commute as it is relatively quieter and more efficient than a traditional motorbike. There’s no dearth of e-bikes in the market today; however, you’d end up spending a lot of money in order to get your hands on a top-branded electronic bike.

If you are in the market for a cost-effective electronic bike that boasts top-notch features, you might want to take a gander at the KUGOO S1. The S1 is a folding electric scooter that has gone up for sale bearing a considerably lowered price tag of $399.99 on GeekBuying.

This is a 43 percent reduction in the scooter’s original asking price of $699.99, but there’s more for you to cheer about. Aside from taking full advantage of the aforesaid discount, you can apply coupon code GIZ_UDKHGZOU at the time of checking out to get an extra $140 off.

The coupon helps you bring the already reduced selling price of the KUGOO S1 further down to just $349.99 even before you place your order. An absolute bargain at this price, the S1 features an 8-inch solid rear anti-skid tire that is ideal for all types of roads.

Moreover, it features 3-speed running modes that enable the rider to control the speed using just one key based on different road surface conditions. The easy-to-operate KUGOO S1 has a single key for braking along with a monitor that displays the control information.

The KUGOO S1 electric scooter is backed by a strong 350W motor that delivers 30km of running distance. The LCD display screen allows the rider to check the speed, mileage, time, power, stop, voltage and shreds on other information.
Aside from that, there’s a bright LED light placed on the front and back to ensure safe riding, especially at night. Moreover, the S1 uses front and back shock mitigation system for comfortable riding. It has a folding handle and an adjustable height so you can carry it everywhere you go.

You can head straight to this link to check out more details about the KUGOO S1 folding electric scooter and grab the discount. Note that the promotion sale will be valid for the white, black and blue color versions of the S1 for just one day.

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Get Top-Branded Earphones And Speakers For Heavily Discounted Prices On Banggood [Coupons]

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 26, 2018

Music lovers who fancy listening to their favorite songs even while on the go usually resort to using earphones. Regrettably, top-branded earphones usually carry steep price tags.

In a bid to make high-end earphones and speakers available to those living on a tight budget, Banggood has launched a new promo dubbed ‘Top Brand Promotion Earphones & Speakers.’ The recently kicked off promo comprises popular brands like Xiaomi, Blitzwolf and lots more.

Under the ‘Xiaomi’ section, you can find a wide range of earphones and speakers including the Xiaomi Youth Wireless Bluetooth Earphone, the Mini Wireless Bluetooth Earphone, and the AI Portable Version Wireless Bluetooth Speaker just to name a few. More importantly, these Xiaomi-branded devices are now available for considerably lowered prices.

Aside from that, the category offers buyers a chance to save a considerable amount of extra money in the form of coupon codes. For the sake of an instance, you can use coupon code d7c360 to get an extra 40% off on the Xiaomi Youth Wireless Bluetooth Earphone.
Likewise, you can use coupon code 19432c to grab an additional 45% discount on the Xiaomi Mini Bluetooth Earphone. The coupon code c81c41 can be used to avail an extra 50% off on the Xiaomi AI Portable Version Bluetooth Speaker, while coupon code 1757b3 can be used to get an extra 45% off on Xiaomi Hybrid 2 Graphene Earphone.

The next category is brimming with top-end earphones from Blitzwolf, an equally popular brand that manufacturers top-end audio products. You can use coupon code 15bwear to get an extra 15% off on Blitzwolf earphones.

The other category features a wide selection of earphones made by 1More, the most awarded headphone brand at CES the past two years. You can receive noteworthy discounts on 1MORE E1003 Piston 2 Classic HIFI Wired Control Headphone Earphone With Mic, 1MORE E1020BT Spearhead VR Neckband Graphene Bluetooth Earphone and a slew of other 1More branded audio products.

Alternatively, you can head straight to the ‘Bluedio’ section wherein you can use coupon code 10bluedio to get an extra 5% off on all products included in the category. The ‘Bakeey’ section offers an additional 15% off in the form of coupon code 15earbud. Aside from that, you can take full advantage of the discounts available on select earphones and speakers available on the promotion page.

You can follow this link to grab up to 50% off coupon and receive various other discounts on top-branded earphones and speakers.

Get Up To 50% Off On Earphones And Speakers

Xiaomi Mi 8 series gets Android Pie-based MIUI 10, brings 960fps recording and Night Mode

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Jeet

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Dec 26, 2018

Xiaomi has today started releasing the MIUI 10 stable version update based on Android 9 Pie operating system for its Mi 8 series smartphones. Currently, the update is being rolled out to Mi 8 and Mi 8 Explorer Edition while the users of Mi 8 UD will have to wait a bit longer.

As per the reports, with this update, the company is also introducing new features for improved camera experience, including Night Mode and 960fps slow-motion video recording. The short videos creating using 960fps slow-mo can be shared directly with friends and family via WeChat.

The Night Mode feature allows users to shoot clear images with as little noise as possible at night or in low-light areas. When you capture a photo in a low-light situation, it first detects the light and jitters through AI Smart Metering and automatically determines the exposure area. In each frame, it smartly selects 100 key feature points and fixes the color at the same time.

The MIUI 10 comes with several new features such as improved recent apps menu which is designed to better utilize the full-screen design on newer Xiaomi devices. Instead of arranging recent apps like a stack of cards, the app cards appear side by side on the screen, enabling you to see as much as six recent apps on the screen at one time.

Xiaomi says that the new MIUI makes use of artificial intelligence technology for “up to zero” loading times by studying your app usage behavior and anticipating actions. It also brings a new driving mode which relies on voice commands to avoid distractions.

The Xiaomi Mi 8 and Mi 8 Explorer Edition, both were launched in May earlier this year and comes pre-installed with MIUI 9.6, which is based on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system. Later, the devices got updated to MIUI 10 which was still based on Android Oreo.

Get Top-Branded TV Boxes On GeekBuying Without Emptying Your Pockets [Coupons Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 26, 2018

While the market is rife with all sorts of TV boxes from popular brands, these devices don’t come cheap. On top of that, the abundance of choice makes it hard for a buyer to sort the good from the not-so-good.

Taking this into consideration, we have compiled a list of TV boxes that not only boast an impressive array of features but are also up for grabs carrying lowered price tags on GeekBuying. Moreover, we will also show how you can get extra discounts at checkout.

MX10 MINI Android 9.0 TV Box

Touted as one of the first TV boxes to run Android 9.0 Pie operating system, the MX10 MINI offers enhanced stability and superior performance. It packs a powerful Rockchip RK3328 processor to deliver unmatched 4K videos with multiple codecs including H.265, H.264, and VP9.

The MX10 MINI usually carries a steep $64.79 price tag but much to the delight of cost-conscious buyers, the Android TV box has now gone up for sale carrying a dropped price of just $37.99 on GeekBuying.

You can extend this 41 percent discount simply by using coupon code GIZ_GCEJMDBF at the time of checking out.

The aforesaid coupon helps you save an extra $9.02 by reducing the original asking price of the MX10 MINI to only $34.97 before you proceed to checkout. You can head straight to this link to avail the discount before the promotion comes to an end today.

Xiaomi Mi Box S Android 8.1 TV Box (Germany Stock)

Designed to deliver uninterrupted performance at high speed, the Mi Box S can effectively transform your regular television into a smart TV. It ships with 2GB of RAM and offers a hearty 8GB of internal storage capacity so that you can install your favorite apps without worrying about running out of storage space.

Mi Box S runs Android 8.1 Oreo operating system and has a voice remote control that you can use to search your favorite content. This Xiaomi Mi Box S usually carries a $126.74 price tag but the Chinese electronics giant is now offering the coveted TV box for a dropped price of just $79.99 on GeekBuying.
But if this 37 percent discount doesn’t impress you much, you can apply coupon code GIZ_KJXMEESS to bring the TV box’s retail price further down to just $74.99 before you place your order. In other words, you can save an extra $15 with the help of the aforesaid coupon.

It is worth noting that the discount and coupon will be valid specifically for the stock shipping from the warehouse based in Germany. You can visit this link without wasting time to grab the discount as the promo was on the verge of wrapping up at the time of writing.

Xiaomi Mi Box S Android 8.1 TV Box (Spain Stock)

If your Xiaomi Mi Box TV box is slated to ship from a warehouse based in Spain, you can avail a 29% off on the Xiaomi Mi Box S TV box’s original asking price of $126.74. As a result, you can get your hands on the Mi Box S for a lowered price of just $89.99.
On top of that, you can use coupon code GIZ_DQKWUGXN to get a supplementary discount before you proceed to checkout. The coupon deducts an extra $20 from the already reduced retail price of the TV box allowing you to buy it for just $69.99 on GeekBuying.

You can follow this link to take advantage of this discount before the promotion comes to an end. Note that the discount will be valid only for a limited number of pieces.

T95X2 TV Box

The T95X2 is marketed as one of the first TV boxes to run Android 8.1 Oreo OS that enables it to deliver an unparalleled user experience, coupled with reliable performance. Under the hood, it packs an Amlogic S905X2 processor that supports premium 4K UHD video.

Furthermore, the device’s powerful 64bit CPU teams up with an ARM Dvalin MP2 graphics processing unit to effectively handle 4K graphics. It offers 4GB of RAM with 32GB of internal storage space so that you can load high definition videos and play popular games faster without any sort of interruption.
The T95X2 TV box usually sells for $94.77 but you can now buy it for just $69.99 on GeekBuying. In addition to this 26 percent reduction in the device’s original selling price, there’s more for you to cheer about.

Cinephiles that have restlessly been waiting to buy the T95X2 for a lowered price can use coupon code GIZ_YRLMDEAL and get an extra $20 off during the checkout process. The coupon brings the retail price of the T95X2 TV box down to just $49.99 even before you click the ‘Place Your Order’ button.

You can visit this link to buy the T95X2 TV box for a lowered price until the promotion sale lasts. Alternatively, you can avail a 24 percent discount on the 2GB DDR4+16GB ROM variant of the T95X2 TV box on GeekBuying.

Honor V20 poster reveals the phone’s design and specifications ahead of official launch

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Jeet

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Dec 26, 2018

Honor is all set to launch its latest smartphone — Honor V20 at a launch event in China today. Ahead of the phone’s official launch, a poster has surfaced online, revealing the phone’s design and specifications. The information revealed through this new poster is in line with the previous leak related to the smartphone.

The leaked poster shows the smartphone in three color options — Black, Red, and Blue. It also reveals that the phone will have a punch-hole display where the in-display camera sensor will be placed. The Infinity-O type display is in the top-left corner.

Additionally, the poster also reveals that the device will be powered by the company’s own Kirin 980 octa-core processor. It will be equipped with Link Turbo feature that offers enhanced and uninterrupted download speeds by combining LTE and Wi-Fi networks to work simultaneously.

It will come in three variants — 6GB RAM with 64GB internal storage, 6GB RAM with 128GB internal storage, and 8GB RAM with 256GB internal storage, as revealed by the AnTuTu benchmark listing. For photography, the phone is expected to feature a triple rear camera setup and the primary sensor will be of 48-megapixel Sony IMX586.

It is also tipped to come equipped with a ToF (Time of Flight) 3D camera sensor for precise creation of 3D models of objects and people for AR. It will the first Honor smartphone to come with 960fps slow-motion recording feature. On the front side, the phone could be featuring a 25-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The device is also said to come with AI dual-frequency GPS for accuracy. Running on Android Pie operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s custom EMUI 9 on top, the device will be powered by a 4,000mAh battery with 22.5W fast charging support.

As for the pricing of Honor V20, the listing on Tmall suggests that the model with 6GB RAM and 64GB internal storage will cost 2,799 Yuan (approximately $405) while the 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage will be available for 3,299 Yuan, roughly $477.

Pre-Order Bakeey M16 Smart Watch For A Lowered Price Of Just $29.99 On Banggood

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 26, 2018

If you are a fitness purist looking for a cost-effective smartwatch, you might want to take a look at Bakeey’s M16 multi-sport smartwatch.
This Bakeey branded smartwatch is designed to offer a slew of exceptionally useful features without emptying your pocket. Before we delve further into the details, it might interest you to know that the Bakeey M16 has gone up for pre-order carrying a heavily discounted price tag on Banggood.

The M16 would normally set you back $39.99 on both online and offline stores but you can now get your tech greedy hands on this feature-rich smartwatch for a lowered price of just $29.99. This significant 25 percent discount be valid for four appealing color versions of the smartwatch.

The Bakeey M16 is an extraordinary smartwatch that sports an eye-catching 1.3inch IPS colored screen with high resolution of 240×240 pixels. The M16 boasts a useful array of features that comprise a heart rate monitor, blood pressure monitor, blood oxygen monitor and sleep monitor.
Aside from that, the M16 comes with multi-sport modes, a pedometer and can record your steps mileage and calories on the Wearfit app. It also reminds the wearer about SMS, QQ, WeChat, and MSG and has a vibrating reminder for incoming calls wherein you can see the name of the caller on the band.

Moreover, the Bakeey M16 is IP67-certified for water resistance so you can wear it while washing hands and even while bathing without worrying about causing any sort of damage to the watch. You simply need to raise your hand and the screen brightens up allowing you to check data, time and other details without breaking a sweat.

Much to the delight of selfie addicts, the M16 lets you capture amazing self-portraits with multiple angles once you connect it to your phone. It features an easy to replace straps that are up for grabs in different colors.

You can head straight to this link to check out more details about the Bakeey M16 smartwatch and avail the discount before the promo ends. Note that 233 pre-orders were already placed at the time of writing.

Get 25% Off On Bakeey M16 Smart Watch

Buy ALLDOCUBE Cube M5 XS Phablet For Just $132.99 On GeekBuying [Coupon Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 26, 2018

Looking for a cost-effective phablet that boasts an impressive array of features? You might want to take a gander at the ALLDOCUBE Cube M5 XS phablet.
The Cube M5 XS is an irresistible phablet that sports an extra large 10.1-inch IPS display with a high screen resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels. The phablet is powered by an X27 MT6797X Deca Core processor that boosts down speed up to 300Mbps and reduces power consumption by 30 percent.

Moreover, it packs a highly competent Mali-T880 GPU under the hood for superior images and seamless photo editing and casual gaming experience. The ALLDOCUBE branded phablet ships with 3GB of RAM and offers 32GB of onboard storage capacity for you to save your favorite content.
The ALLDOCUBE Cube M5 XS runs Android 8.0 Oreo OS and draws its juices from a robust 6600mAh battery so that you can use the device for a longer period of time without having to charge it from time to time. The dual-SIM phablet is 4G LTE- enabled so it can easily adapt to 2.4G/5G WIFI.

While you’d normally associate a steep price tag to a top-branded phablet that offers comparable features, the ALLDOCUBE Cube M5 XS can now be yours for a considerably lowered price of just $139.99 on GeekBuying. This is a 39 percent reduction in the device’s original asking price of $227.99.

On top of that, you can use coupon code GIZ_PPWIN7 and get an extra $7 off at checkout. In other words, you can apply the aforesaid coupon during the checkout process in order to reduce the already lowered retail price of the ALLDOCUBE Cube M5 XS phablet to just $132.99.

You can head straight to this link to grab the discount and use the coupon, which is likely to expire soon. It is worth noting that the ALLDOCUBE Cube M5 XS phablet will be up for grabs bearing the lowered price tag for just 3 days.

Get 39% Off On ALLDOCUBE Cube M5 XS Phablet

Nokia X5 gets Android Pie update in China, may arrive soon for Nokia 5.1 Plus

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Habeeb Onawole

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Dec 26, 2018

It has been raining updates for weeks now. HMD Global has been hard at work pushing the Android Pie update to its devices and the latest phone to get it is the Nokia X5.

The update is already rolling out in China but only to a select few. A wider roll-out will commence later. The update is 1467MB in size but you need to have at least 2940MB of free space.

The update brings a new system navigation among others to the phone.

Since the Nokia X5 is already getting the update to Android Pie, its international variant, the Nokia 5.1 Plus should get it soon too.

The Nokia X5 is the second Nokia phone with a notch released this year. It has a 5.86 HD+ display with a 19:9 aspect ratio. It is powered by an Helio P60 processor paired with 3GB/4GB of RAM and 32GB/64GB of storage.

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Get High-End Laptops For Unbeatable Prices On GearBest [Coupons Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 26, 2018

Looking for a high-end laptop that doesn’t cost a bomb? You have come to the right place.

Known as one of China’s best electronics online stores, GearBest is doling out big discounts on select laptops that usually carry steep price tags. Aside from shedding light on the aforesaid discount, we will show how you can save extra money at checkout.

MSI P65 Creator 8RD-034CN Laptop (32GB RAM+512GB SSD)

The MSI P65 Creator sports an eye-catching 15.6-inch FHD TN display with a screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The device packs a powerful Intel Core i7-8750H processor along with NVIDIA GeForce GTX1060 GPU, under the hood.

While its top-end specifications justify the steep $2587.12 price tag it carries, the MSI P65 Creator laptop can now be yours if you are willing to shell out $2227.99 on GearBest. But if this 14 percent discount doesn’t impress you much, you can use coupon code QY2U95S384G9S and get an extra $28 off at checkout.
In other words, you can bring the already reduced retail price of the laptop further down to just $2199.99 with the help of the aforesaid coupon. You can visit this link to grab the discount, which will be valid for the white color version of the laptop.

Get 14% Off On MSI P65 Creator 8RD-034CN Laptop

ASUS Adol Laptop (8GB RAM+256GB SSD)

If you are in the market for a budget-friendly laptop that supports fingerprint recognition, the ASUS Adol might just fill the bill. Sporting a 13.3 inch IPS LED backlight display with 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution, the Adol runs the latest Windows 10 OS for seamless and smooth user experience.

It is powered by an Intel Core i5-8250U Quad Core 1.6GHz, up to 3.4GHz processor and it uses a highly competent NVIDIA GeForce MX150 GDDR5 2GB Dedicated Graphics GPU in order to meet home entertainment as well as business needs of the users.

The high-end laptop would normally set you back $1078.29 but you can now buy it for just $857.99 on GearBest.

On top of that, you can extend this 20 percent discount simply by applying coupon code QY2R561P8X750 at the time of checking out. The above-mentioned coupon helps you save an extra $20 by reducing the original asking price of the ASUS Adol laptop to only $837.99.

You can follow this link to avail the discount. Note that the discount will be limited to only the rose gold color version and the promo is slated to end soon.

Get 20% Off On ASUS Adol Laptop

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OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T get Android Pie stable update

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Habeeb Onawole

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Dec 26, 2018

The holidays just got better for owners of the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T. OnePlus has released a stable update that brings Android Pie to both phones.

The update comes as OxygenOS 9.0.0, syncing with the version number for Android Pie. It not only brings the latest version of Android but also some new features. Below is the complete changelog:

OxygenOS 9.0.0 Update

System

Updated system to Android 9 Pie
Brand new UI for Android Pie
Brand new navigation gestures (Available for OnePlus 5T only)
Updated Android security patch to 2018.12
Other new features and system improvements

New Gaming Mode 3.0

Added text notification mode
Added notification for 3rd party calls

Do Not Disturb mode

New Do Not Disturb (DND) mode with adjustable settings

Camera

Integrated Google Lens mode

The update is 1742MB for the OnePlus 5 and 1748MB for the OnePlus 5T.

With the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T out of the way, the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T are next in line to get Android Pie. Will OnePlus surprise us and release it before the end of the year?

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Get Up To 75% Off On Electronics And A Slew Of Top-End Items On Banggood

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 26, 2018

2019 is just around the corner. Banggood is giving its users an unmissable chance welcome to the New Year with a bang!

The Chinese online store known for offering the best bang for your buck is offering a whopping 75% off on a wide selection of electronic items that usually carry steep price tags. Dubbed as the ‘Year-End Clearance Sale,’ this promo has been split into numerous categories in order to help users effortlessly find what they are looking for.

The ‘Heat Series’ section is brimming with miscellaneous items like the Realacc 5.8G 5dBi 50W Omni Directional Omni FPV Pagoda Antenna, Eachine M80 Acro/Angle Mode with 8520 Motor 5.8G 600TVL Camera etc. More importantly, the items included in this section are available for heavily discounted prices.

All items included under the ‘Huge Blowout’ category are up for grabs for just $0.99. The section features DANIU 10cm PCI U.FL / IPX to RP-SMA Female Jack Pigtail Cable, Geekcreit 0.28 Inch 2.5V-30V Mini Digital Volt Meter Voltage Tester and a slew of other useful items.

Likewise, there are other categories wherein you can buy various products for just $9.99, $19.99 and $29.99 only. Moreover, the promo features a section called ‘Buy 1 Get 1 Free’ and it includes the BlitzWolf BW-S2 Dual EU USB charger, Lenovo A5 smartphone and a slew of other well-received products that you can buy without emptying your pocket.

Banggood is giving drone enthusiasts a lot to cheer about in the next two sections called ‘RC & FPV’ and ‘RC Toys & Hobbies.’ The aforesaid categories are crammed with all sorts of drones, and other remote-controlled toys like the WLtoys V911S 2.4G 4CH 6-Axis Gyro Flybarless RC Helicopter RTF.

Similarly, you can grab big discounts on a myriad of other products that have been added to the Electronics, DIY Tools, Smart Devices, Geek Zone, and Auto-Moto categories.

You can click here to visit the promotion page and take full advantage of Banggood’s year-end clearance sale that is slated to end on December 31st.

Check Out Banggood’s Year-End Clearance Sale