ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2, Max M2 pricing and full specifications leaked

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Dec 5, 2018

In the recent weeks, industry expert Roland Quandt had leaked the entire specifications of the Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 smartphone that is scheduled to go official on Dec. 11. Quandt had also shared few details on the ZenFone Max M2 handset that is expected to go official alongside the Pro variant. Through a fresh report on Winfuture.de, he has revealed vital information such as pricing and specifications of the upcoming mid-range phones from ASUS.

Asus ZenFone Max M2 Specifications and Pricing

The metal-bodied ZenFone Max M2 will be equipped with a 6.3-inch LCD panel that will produce HD+ resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels. The screen resolution is a bit low for such a huge display. The notch present on the display is larger than the notch found on the Pro model. It seems to be sporting a narrower chin than the Pro variant.

The 1.8 GHz Snapdragon 632 SoC is expected to power the ZenFone Max M2. The 32 GB model of the phone may feature 3 GB of RAM. It will also include a microSD card slot. The handset may come in higher versions of RAM and storage.

A vertical dual camera setup featuring 13-megapixel and 2-megapixel sensors are available on the rear. Fore capturing selfies, it has an 8-megapixel shooter. The handset will be loaded with Android 8.1 Oreo OS. It will be packed with a 4,000mAh battery. The thickness of the ZenFone Max M2 will be 8mm and it will be weighing 165 grams. The ZenFone Max M2 variants could be priced between 160 euros (~$181) and 190 euros (~$215) in the Europe.

Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 Specifications and Pricing

The ZenFone Max Pro M2 will also feature a 6.3-inch LCD screen. However, it will be equipped with a smaller notch and it will carry support for Full HD+ resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels. The Snapdragon 660 chipset is present under the hood of the device. The SoC will be coupled with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. There could be higher model featuring 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of inbuilt storage. The Max Pro M2 will be loaded with Android 8.1 Oreo OS.

Read More: ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2 confirmed to launch in India on December 11 as Flipkart exclusive

For photography, the ZenFone Max Pro M2 will be coming with 13-mgeapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup on the rear and a selfie shooter of 8-megpixel. It will also carry support for NFC connectivity. The handset will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery. The Max Pro M2 will be sporting a slightly premium appeal since it will be featuring a glass and metal combination chassis. The handset will be weighing 180 grams and its thickness will be almost 9mm. In Europe, the ZenFone Max Pro M2 variants could be priced between 280 euros (~$317) and 300 euros (~$340).

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Buy Smartphones From Popular Brands For Lowered Prices On Banggood [Coupons Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 5, 2018

If you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hands on a top-branded smartphone without spending a lot of money, you have come to the right place.

Popular handset manufacturers Xiaomi and OnePlus have teamed up with Banggood to offer select smartphones at unbeatable prices. Moreover, we’ll even show how you can save extra money during the checkout process.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Smartphone (6GB RAM+64GB ROM)

Xiaomi made its long-awaited Mi 8 smartphone available to the public earlier this year. Sporting a mammoth 6.21 Inch AMOLED display, the phone became an instant hit among those who fancy watching their favorite videos on a big-screen mobile device.

Taking its popularity into consideration, Xiaomi is now offering the Mi 8 smartphone for a considerably lowered price of $408.99 on Banggood. This is a 32% drop in the device’s original asking price of $599.99. As if that weren’t enough, you can use coupon code 12M8G64CL to get an extra discount.
The aforesaid coupon helps you save an extra $49.08 by reducing your grand total to just $359.91. You can visit this link in order to grab this discount before the promo ends.

OnePlus 6T (6GB RAM+128GB ROM)

The well-received OnePlus 6 successor dubbed, the OnePlus 6T was unveiled in October this year. The 6T boasts an impressive array of features and top-end specifications that justify the steep $899.99 price tag it carries.

In a bid to ensure even cost-conscious buyers can get their hands on the coveted smartphone, OnePlus is now offering the 6T for an unbeatable price of just $609.29 on Banggood. Before you place your pre-order, you can apply coupon code 12bgop4 and bring your cart total down to just $523.99 while checking out.

An absolute bargain at this price, the OnePlus 6T features an extra large 6.41 Inch display with 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution. It packs a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor along with a competent Adreno 630 GPU. You can visit this link to check out the full specification and avail the discount.

OnePlus 6T (8GB RAM+128GB ROM)

This variant of the OnePlus 6T smartphone ships with 8GB of RAM and offers a hearty 128GB of onboard storage for you to save your favorite content. Housed in a sturdy anodized aluminum shell, the 6T houses a 16.0MP+20.0MP dual-camera set up on the back and a 16.0MP front shooter for selfies.

This feature-rich model would normally set you back a pretty penny on both online and offline stores, but you can now buy it for $646.58 on Banggood. This is a noteworthy 35% reduction in the variant’s steep retail price of $999.99, but if that doesn’t impress you much you can use coupon code 12bgop5 and reduce your grand total to just $568.99.

You can follow this link to take advantage of this discount and use the coupon before it expires.

OnePlus 6 (8GB RAM+128GB ROM)

Deemed as one of the best smartphones to hit the store shelves this year, the OnePlus 6 carries a $679.99 price tag. Much to the delight of OnePlus fans who are living on a tight budget, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer is now offering the coveted smartphone for a reduced price of $504.48 on Banggood.

You can extend this 26% discount with the help of coupon code 12bgop2. The coupon brings your already lowered grand total down to just 395,54 € (about $448.14) during the check out process.

The OnePlus 6 has a mammoth 6.28 Inch display with a screen resolution of 2280×1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9. It is powered by Snapdragon 845 2.8GHz processor and packs an Adreno 630 GPU. The phone runs H2OS-based Android 8.1 OS and is backed by a built-in 3300mAh battery.

To pre-order the black and mirror black color versions of the smartphone, you can visit this link. Note that 711 pre-orders were already placed at the time of writing.

Elephone PX with 6.3 inch HD+ display hits Indiegogo shelves for $249

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Simranpal Singh

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Dec 5, 2018

The Chinese smartphone companies are way ahead in terms of innovations these days. They are experimenting a lot with smart devices, especially with smartphones. Similarly, Elephone is here with Elephone PX which is touted as the most affordable Full-screen smartphone. The advanced piece of tech is now available for different perks at Indiegogo.

Elephone PX carries some exclusive features and mainly hosts 6.34-inch HD+ Fullscreen display with 19:9 panoramic Arc screen offering a resolution of 720×1480 pixels. As touted by elephone, it has no Bezels giving you a TRUE full-screen experience. In terms of camera, Elephone PX hosts a dual 16 megapixel + 2-megapixel pop-up camera on the front side. As like of SIM-Tray it gets slid outwards. On the rear side also, it hosts dual 16 megapixels + 2-megapixel shooter. It can capture 3D images and videos with clarity. There are several other software features, which makes it incomparable at this price.

It is powered by Helio P22 Chipset which consists 8 core 64-bit processor coupled with 4 GB RAM. You can get it with 64 GB internal storage, and it is even expandable upto 400 GB with additional TF Slot. In order to sustain your all day working, it carries a 3500 mAh battery with fast charging technology.

Elephone PX runs on Android 9.0 Pie and has its customised User Interface. It helps you to make Elephoen PX hardware more productive for users. It carries fingerprint sensor on the rear side. Surprisingly, it has a dedicated heart rate sensor attached on the rear side just near its dual camera module.

Read More: Elephone A5 now available on Gearbest for only $199.99 USD

Its design has been crafted from scratch and is best suited for gaming users. Elephone PX rounded corners make it look more premium along with the full-screen bezel-less display. It is available in Midnight Black and Deep Green colours.

You can own this beautiful device just for $249 from Idiegogo. So, what you guys are waiting for? Head over to the source below to order your Elephone PX unit.

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Giveaway – Win a Parblo A640 Graphic Tablet (3 units)

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Cheky Zhu

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Dec 5, 2018

Gizmochina along with Parblo is conducting 3 units Parblo A640 Graphic Tablet (Black) as giveaway gift to three lucky readers. Like always, you just have to follow the steps mentioned on the Gleam widget to get a chance to win this amazing gift.

If you like drawing picture and post it to the social website, you should take a look at the Parblo A640 Graphic Tablet. With smart battery-free passive pen of 8192 pressure sensitivity, it can help to provide better performance in drawing lines which will be precise and smooth. There are 4 customizable express keys on the tablet, it can highly speed up your workflow. Parblo A640 comes with 6” x 4” active area that is simple and portable. As the compact design, the thinnest part is 5.2mm only, and it is easy for you to fit your bag and carry it out.

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Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus 360-degree renders reveal six cameras and larger screen space

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 5, 2018

Industry expert @OnLeaks has shared fresh renders of the Galaxy S10 Plus. The renders reveal that after the Galaxy A9 (2018), the Galaxy S10 Plus will be Samsung’s second smartphone to feature quad rear cameras. Moreover, the handset is also equipped with two front-facing cameras. Since it features slimmer bezels, the handset will deliver higher screen space.

The Galaxy S10 Plus 360-degree renders have surfaced two months before its speculated launch in February next year. Rumors surrounding the Galaxy S10 series has revealed that it will include three devices such as S10, S10 Plus and S10 Lite. Needless to mention that the S10 Plus will be the most advanced model compared to its other siblings.

The tipster has shared that the Galaxy S10+ measures 157.5 x 75 x 7.8mm. There is a slight bump at the camera area on the rear which increases its thickness to 9mm. The renders show the Ice Blue gradient color. The same color variant was released for Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ in the previous month.

The Galaxy S10+ will be housing a massive dual edge curved screen of 6.4 inches that will carry support for Quad HD+ resolution. At the top right corner of the display, it will be featuring an in-screen dual selfie camera setup. The upper and lower bezels are very slim which indicates that it could offer more than 90 percent screen-to-body ratio. The smartphone does not feature a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. The leakster has revealed that the S10+ will be featuring an ultrasonic under-display fingerprint reader.

Moving to the backside of the Galaxy S10+, it features a horizontally aligned quad camera system. At present, there is no information available on the camera configurations of the S10+ handset. the S10+ will be retaining the 3.5mm audio jack. The handset will also feature volume buttons, power key, Bixby button, USB-C, SIM tray and loudspeaker around its edges.

Read More: Photographer calls out Samsung for using her stock photo as the Galaxy A8 Star camera sample

Depending on the market, the Galaxy S10+ will be available in Snapdragon 855 and Exynos 9820 chipset models. The SoC is expected to be coupled with up to 12 GB of RAM. It may feature an internal storage of 1 TB. The Android 9 Pie OS on the Galaxy S10+ will be skinned with Samsung’s new One UI.

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GeekBuying’s 2018 Christmas Sale Kicks Off With Up To A Whopping 70% Off, Freebies And Big Coupons!

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 5, 2018

GeekBuying is leaving no stone unturned in a bid to ensure you get the biggest discounts and lots more this Christmas. Keeping in line with that, the Chinese online store kicked off its latest promotion dubbed ‘Christmas Sale.’

The aforesaid promo has been split into multiple categories that comprise a wide selection of heavily discounted items. On top of that, GeekBuying is giving you an opportunity to grab freebies if your cart total exceeds $70.

The ‘Freebies’ section features several items that you can add to your shopping cart. After adding your free gift to your cart, all you need to do is to apply coupon code XMASGIFT at the time of checking out. Note that the aforesaid coupon will only be valid for the first 500 orders.

PIPO N1 Tablet PC

If you’re in the market for a cost-effective tablet PC that can multitask without any sort of interruption, you might want to take a gander at the PIPO N1. This feature-laden tablet PC packs a powerful MTK8735 Quad-Core, 1.3GHz processor with Mali-T720 GPU under the hood for improved performance than its predecessor.

This 2GB RAM + 32GB ROM variant of the PIPO N1 tablet PC would normally set you back a pretty penny on online and offline stores, but you can now buy it for just $139.99 on GeekBuying. This is a 26% drop in the device’s original selling price of $188.99.
Moreover, you can apply coupon code GIZ_XSAYTWVC to bring your already lowered grand total further down to just $124.99 at the time of checking out. In other words, you can save an extra $15 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon. Regrettably, the promo is slated to end soon. You can visit this link to grab the discount.

Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air Enhanced Edition

Xiaomi’s well-received Mi Note Air has gone up for sale bearing a heavily discounted price tag of just $859.99 on GeekBuying. Moreover, buyers can extend this 11% discount by using coupon code GIZ_YAENUULU while placing their order.

The coupon helps you get an extra $30.99 by reducing your grand total to just $829. An absolute bargain at this price, the Mi Notebook Air boasts an impressive array of features including a new fingerprints Identification that locks and unlocks your laptop using your unique fingerprint.
It is powered by Intel Core i5-8250U, Quad Core, 3.4GHz max processor and it packs an NVIDIA GeForce MX150 GPU, under the hood. The device ships with 8GB of DDR4 RAM and offers a hearty 256GB of onboard storage for you to save your favorite content.

You can head straight to this link to check out the full specification and take advantage of the discount before the Mi Notebook Air goes back to its steep retail price of $967.99.

SHRC H1G 1080P 2.4G WiFi FPV GPS RC Drone

If you’re a drone enthusiast looking for a powerful drone that doesn’t a cost a bomb, we got good news for you. The SHRC H1G usually carries a $113.99 price tag, but as part of its latest promo, GeekBuying is offering this feature rich drone at an unbeatable price of only $99.99.

If this 12% discount doesn’t impress you much, you can use coupon code GIZ_DZKMWFMA to save $13 more without breaking much of a sweat. The above-mentioned coupon brings your order value down to just $89.99 before you place your order.
The SHRC H1G is quite an irresistible RC drone that houses a WiFI 1080P HD camera that facilitates HD image transmission, allowing you to capture amazing scenery even at a greater distance. Moreover, it comes with useful modes like Altitude Hold and Headless Mode that enhances your overall experience.

On the downside, the promo was on the verge of wrapping up at the time of writing. You can follow this link to grab the discount before the promo ends.

Netac N500S SATA3 SSD (480GB)

Netac is a popular and reliable brand when it comes to flash storages. The N500S is one of the brand’s latest solid state drives that you can now buy for a considerably lowered price of just $99.99 on GeekBuying. This is a 17% reduction in the device’s retail price of $119.99.

Aside from getting this discount, you can apply coupon code GIZ_DKPOLZKR to reduce your grand total to only $84.99 at the time of checking out. The coupon lets you save an extra $15; however, it will be valid only for a limited period of time.

In order to ensure you do not end up missing this opportunity to buy the Netac N500S SATA3 SSD at a lowered price, all you need to do is to follow this link without wasting time.

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Get Top-Branded Outdoor Products At Unbeatable Prices On GeekBuying [Coupons]

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Vinay Patel

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Dec 5, 2018

Adventure junkies, rejoice! GeekBuying is doling out big discounts on select items that come in handy during your adventurous outdoor activities.

SUNCORE 10×40 Monocular Telescope

Featuring an adjustable eyepiece cover that people who wear glasses you can raise up to get a better view, the 10×40 is an irresistible monocular telescope. It comes with FMC multi-layer coating that ensures enhanced light transmittance, keeping enlargement rate between 7-12 times.

SUNCORE telescopes usually sell for $39.99, but you can now buy it for just $26.99 on GeekBuying. You can extend this 33% discount further by applying coupon code GIZ_GKB019S.

The aforesaid coupon helps you save an extra $13 by bringing your already lowered cart total further down to just $13.99 at the time of checking out. You can head straight to this link to grab the discount before the promo wraps up.

Virtoba Elite X Action Camera

This tiny camera adopts several state-of-the-art technologies. It packs a powerful iCatch SPCA6330M chipset and draws its juices from two 1050mAh batteries.

The Virtoba Elite X houses a GC4603 image sensor and sports an eye-catching 2.0 Inch LCD touchscreen along with an impressive array of other features that produce superior images and videos. Moreover, it offers a 170-degree ultra-wide view angle to capture clearer and better images.
While you’d normally associate a steep price tag with a feature-laden camera, the Virtoba Elite X can now be yours if you’re willing to shell out just $29.99 on GeekBuying. This is a significant 57% reduction in the black color version of the camera and it will be valid for 3 days.

On top of that, you can use coupon code GIZ_GKB020S to get an extra $25 off before proceeding to checkout. In other words, you can reduce your grand total to only $24.99 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon. You can visit this link to grab the discount before the promotion comes to an end.

XY-021 WiFi FPV RC Drone

Looking for a cost-effective drone that’s loaded with awe-inspiring features? You might want to take a gander at the XY-021 WiFi FPV RC drone that has gone up for sale carrying a heavily discounted price tag of $42.99 on GeekBuying.

This is a significant 19% discount on the feature-laden that usually sells for $52.99. Aside from taking advantage of the aforesaid discount, you can use coupon code GIZ_INGCCCSJ and save $8 more before heading to the checkout page.
The coupon helps you bring your cart total down to only $39.99. On the downside, the promo will be valid only for 6 days and the coupon is likely to lapse soon too. You can visit this link in order to avail the discount without wasting time.

Xiaomi Qicycle EF1 Smart Bicycle Foldable Parking Rack

Backed by a robust 18650 lithium-ion battery pack with an impressive capacity of 208.8Wh, the QICYCLE EF1 is designed to cover the cycling distance of up to 45km at of 100pct electric power. The parking rack for this Xiaomi-branded smart folding bike would normally set you back $49.99, but you can now buy it for only $35.99 on GeekBuying.
If this 28% discount doesn’t impress you much, you can use coupon code GIZ_VNMCHFFF and get an extra $12 off before you click the ‘Place Your Order’ button. The coupon brings your already modest cart total down to just $23.99.

You can follow this link to get the Qicycle EF1 smart bicycle foldable parking rack at the lowered price before the promotion ends.

HTC U12 Life gets an upgraded 6GB+128GB version in Taiwan for NT$11,900 (~$387)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 4, 2018

Taiwanese phone manufacturer HTC has over the years built a reputation for itself in terms of the sleek, premium designs of its phones. However, the company has continued to struggle to grab a share of the highly competitive smartphone market. The flagship HTC U12+ was an headline-grabbing model but that isn’t enough to guarantee a successful outing. The company also launched the U12 Life to cater to the mid-range segment. Although the performance has not been spectacular, HTC has added some juice to the device with the addition of 6GB RAM+128GB storage variant of the midrange device.

The HTC u12 Life was only made available in 4GB RAM and 64GB storage version when it was first launched at IFA 2018. The new variant is announced in partnership with Far EasTone Telecommunications (FET). The launch is aiming to ramp up its smartphone sales during the year-end shopping season and also to target the mid-range market. The new 6GB RAM variant will go on sale for NT$11,900 (US$387). The price is no doubt, interesting but that won’t guarantee the device sell so many units. At present, the market competition continues to intensify and most OEMs have similar models with attractive features and even prices.

As a reminder, HTC U12 Life is equipped with a notch-less 6-inch LTPS LCD display with an FHD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels and 18:9 aspect ratio. The device is powered by a Snapdragon 636 SoC. The device is preloaded with Android 8.1 Oreo that is customized with the company’s Sense interface. The smartphone is also fueled by 3,600mAh battery. It comes with a 16MP+5MP dual camera setup at the rear and a 13MP selfie shooter. Other features such as dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C, NFC, a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and GPS are also onboard the device.

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Huawei Enjoy 9 makes its way to TENAA with a 6.26” screen and a 3900mAh battery

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Habeeb Onawole

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Dec 4, 2018

Images and specs of the Huawei Enjoy 9 leaked a few days ago. The less-powerful version of the Enjoy 9 Plus has now surfaced on TENAA and its specs match those that leaked earlier.

The Enjoy 9 (DUB-TL00 and DUB-AL00) packs a 6.26-inch 1520 x 720 (HD+) display. It is powered by a 1.8GHz octa-core processor said to be the Snapdragon 450. It will come in 3GB RAM and 4GB RAM variants with 32GB and 64GB of storage respectively. It also has a MicroSD card slot for up to 512GB of extra storage.

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The phone has dual cameras on its rear in a 13MP and 2MP configuration while an 8MP camera sits in front. It runs Android 8.1 Oreo and packs a 3900mAh battery (~4,000mAh). TENAA doesn’t mention a fingerprint scanner and included images don’t show it has one.

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Huawei sets 200 million shipments for 2019, Xiaomi settles for 160 million

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Habeeb Onawole

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Dec 4, 2018

The year is almost at an end and we expect some manufacturers to start bragging about meeting and surpassing their sales targets for the year and announcing the targets for next year. Some media sources have reported on the sales targets for two of China’s top brands – Huawei and Xiaomi.

According to the unnamed sources, Xiaomi and Huawei are set to increase their sales targets by up to 20%. Xiaomi already reached its target of 100 million shipments for the year but the source says it has set a target of 160 million for 2019 which is more than a 20% increase.

Huawei, on the other hand, is increasing its target to 200 million shipments next year. The source also says OPPO and Vivo will be going for a modest 10% increase for the forthcoming year.

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Photographer calls out Samsung for using her stock photo as the Galaxy A8 Star camera sample

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 4, 2018

One of the key marketing features most buyers look out for on a new smartphone is usually the camera prowess of the model. Phone manufacturers are very much aware of this and that could be the reason why a number of the major OEMs have been caught passing off enhanced photos as camera samples shot with their smartphone’s camera. Interestingly, even tech giants Samsung and Huawei have at one time or the other been embroiled in this sort of controversy. Right now, Samsung is looked in one of such deception as the company has been called out by a photographer for passing off her stock photo as the Galaxy A8 Star’s camera sample.

The controversial photograph was initially captured by Dunja Djudjic and is a selfie portrait of herself. In all fairness, Samsung may have acquired the photo legally since it was up for sale on Getty. However, the photo was then photoshopped and even transported to a new background. The photograph was then posted on Samsung Hong Kong Galaxy A8 Star landing page creating the impression that it was shot with A8 Star’s camera even though it was not categorically stated as such.

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There is no doubt the image is deceptive with one showing a clear background and the second one promoting the camera’s Bokeh capability. Whereas in reality, the original photo was captured with a DSLR camera. We recall Huawei’s controversial P9 camera sample which turned out to have been captured by a DSLR camera. With such scenario, it is just appropriate that we take these camera samples that usually accompany new phones with a pinch of salt. That doesn’t in anyway downplay the fact that smartphone cameras are getting better by the day.

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Sony Xperia XZ4 key specifications leaked well ahead of launch

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 4, 2018

The Sony Xperia XZ3 is expected to be succeeded by Xperia XZ4 at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2018 in February 2019. The 360-degree renders of the Xperia XZ4 had surfaced in the previous month. Today, reliable tipster from China has shared the key specifications of the upcoming Sony flagship phone well ahead of its launch.

Sony Xperia XZ4 Specifications

The upcoming Sony Xperia XZ4 is expected to offer an aspect ratio of 21:9 through its massive display of 6.55 inches. The display of the XZ4 could be supplied by LG.

The Xperia XZ4 could be one of the first smartphones to be fueled by the 7nm Snapdragon 855 chipset. The SoC is rumored to be coupled with 6 GB of LPDDRX RAM. It may arrive in 64 GB and 256 GB storage choices.

A super wide-angle lens will be available on the frontside of the Xperia XZ4 for capturing selfie shots. The backside of the XZ4 is rumored to be equipped with a triple camera module. It will include 1/2.3 inch main sensor that will be enabled with support for Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Accurate details on the camera specs are not yet available. The presence of triple rear cameras suggests that the Sony Xperia XZ4 will deliver superior photography experience.

Read More: Sharp Aquos R2 Compact vs Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact vs Google Pixel 3: Compact Phone Comparison

The Xperia XZ4 renders had revealed it will be lacking a 3.5mm headphone jack. However, fresh information shared by the Chinese tipster reveals that it will be featuring a 3.5mm audio jack. The handset may sport glass and metal combination build like the Xperia XZ3. The XZ4 is expected to sport a slim profile of 8mm. Also, it is rumored to arrive with a side-mounted fingerprint reader.

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OPPO R17 Pro and OPPO R17 launched in India; Specifications, features and pricing

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 4, 2018

By announcing the OPPO R17 Pro and OPPO R17 today, OPPO has launched its first ever R-series phones in India. Both smartphones are the first smartphones to come equipped with Gorilla Glass 6 protection. These phones are also blessed with other impressive features such as in-display fingerprint scanner and fast charging technology.

OPPO R17 Pro Specifications and Features

The glass-bodied OPPO R17 Pro that features a metallic frame around its edges is fitted with a 6.4-inch AMOLED display. The waterdrop notch screen offers an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The display of the R17 Pro is equipped with an under-screen fingerprint reader. Its dimensions are 157.6 x 74.6 x 7.9mm and it weighs 183 grams.

The Snapdragon 710 chipset powers the OPPO R17 Pro along with 8 GB of RAM. The native storage of the phone is 128 GB and it has a microSD card slot for additional storage through the second SIM slot. The Android 8.1 Oreo OS customized with ColorOS 5.2 is available on the device. The R17 Pro is backed by 3,700mAh battery that carries support for 50W fast charging through SuperVOOC Flash Charge technology.

The small notch at the frontside of the OPPO R17 Pro is the home for f/2.0 aperture 25-megapixel ultrawide camera. The back panel of the smartphone features vertically arranged triple camera unit.

The small notch at the frontside of the OPPO R17 Pro is the home for f/2.0 aperture 25-megapixel ultrawide camera. The back panel of the smartphone features vertically arranged triple camera unit. The third sensor is a ToF (Time of Flight) camera that can used for accurately map objects at up to 3 meters. The triple camera system includes a 12-megapixel main sensor with variable aperture ranging from f/1.5 to f/2.4 and a 20-megapixel secondary sensor with f/2.6 aperture. The smartphone lacks support for 3.5mm audio jack. The other features of the phone include dual-SIM slot, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS and USB-C.

OPPO R17 Specifications and Features

The OPPO R17 has the same display as the Pro variant. The display of the phone also features an in-screen fingerprint reader. It is fueled by Snapdragon 670 chipset and 8 GB of RAM. For photography, it features 16-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual rear camera and 25-megapixel selfie shooter.

Read More: Oppo R17 Pro vs Honor Magic 2 vs Meizu 16 Plus: Fastest Charging Phones Comparison

It is also loaded with Android 8.1 Oreo OS along with ColorOS 5.2 UI. Instead of the USB-C port, it features a microUSB 2.0 port. It is also fitted with a 3.5mm audio jack. The 3,500mAh battery of the OPPO R17 supports 5V/4A VOOC flash charging.

OPPO R17 Pro and OPPO R17 Price and Availability

The OPPO R17 Pro has landed in India with a price tag of Rs. 45,990 It can be availed in colors like Radiant Mist and Emerald Green. The pre-orders of the R17 Pro have started on Amazon India, OPPO’s online stores and partnered offline stores across India. The sales of the phone will begin on Dec. 7.

The OPPO R17 is priced at Rs. 34,990 and its four color editions are Streamer Blue, Neon Purple, Fog Gradient and Foggy Gold. The Chinese manufacturer is yet to share information on its availability.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus front panels confirm pill-shaped hole-in-display for dual selfie cameras

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Habeeb Onawole

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Dec 4, 2018

It is no news that Samsung‘s next Galaxy S phones will have a hole in their displays. A new leak has confirmed that the holes will differ in the Galaxy S10 and the Galaxy S10 Plus.

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The leak is an image of the front display panel of the Galaxy S10 Plus and it shows the display will have not one circular hole but two holes joined together to form a pill-shaped cut-out in the display. The two holes will each be home to a camera which means the Galaxy S10 Plus will have dual front-facing cameras.

The pill-shaped hole is located at the top right corner of the display. The bezels are pretty thin and there is a slit at the top for the speaker. There is also a render of what the phone might look like. There is also a concept image that shows the Galaxy S10 and the Galaxy S10 Plus.

When you find that almost all mobile phones are designed this way in 2019, you don't think this is a strange design. Samsung is only the first to do so, just like people's attitude toward the iPhone's Notch. pic.twitter.com/WbZv0BM5rM

— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) December 4, 2018

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Oppo R17 Pro vs Honor Magic 2 vs Meizu 16 Plus: Fastest Charging Phones Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Dec 4, 2018

Getting an affordable phone which provides the highest performance or a high-end camera quality is always very hard, even in 2018. But there are three phones which we can define champions of quality-price ratio: Oppo R17 Pro, Honor Magic 2 and Meizu 16 Plus. They are outstanding and they are able to boast flagship-level performances as well as incredibly fast charging times. Here is a complete specs comparison.

Oppo R17 Pro vs Honor Magic 2 vs Meizu 16 Plus

	Oppo R17 Pro	Honor Magic 2	Meizu 16 Plus
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	157.6 x 74.6x 7.9 mm, 183 g	157.3 x 75.1 x 8.3 mm, 206 g	160.4 x 78.2 x 7.3 mm, 182 g
DISPLAY	6.4 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), AMOLED	6.39 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), AMOLED	6.5 inches, 1080 x 2160p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz	Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 980, octa-core 2.6 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, octa-core 2.8 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD slot	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 8.1 Oreo, Color OS	Android 9 Pie, EMUI	Android 8.0 Oreo, Flyme OS
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 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 12 + 20 MP + TOF 3D camera, f/1.5-2.4 and f/2.6 25 MP f/2.0 front camera	Triple 16 + 16 + 24 MP, f/1.7, f/2.2 and f/1.8 Triple 16 + 2 + 2 MP f/2.0, f/2.4 and f/2.4 front camera	Dual 12 + 20 MP, f/1.8 and f/2.6 20 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	3700 mAh, fast charging with Super VOOC Flash Charge	3500 mAh, fast charging with Magic Charge 40W	3500 mAh, fast charging with mCharge 4.0
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot

Design

Honor Magic 2 has the most innovative and surprising design of 2018. It is a slider phone: in order to reach a screen-to-body ratio close to 100 percent without a notch, Huawei decided to put the front cameras and sensors on a slider which the user can manually open and close. There is an under-display fingerprint scanner as well, so the back side looks almost totally clean too. Oppo R17 Pro has a stunning design as well with its waterdrop notch and gradient colors, but Honor Magic 2 is definitely one step forward.

Display

The display is the weakest point of Oppo R17 Pro, Honor Magic 2 and Meizu 16 Plus, as they all feature a midrange-class panel. The one providing the best display quality is Honor Magic 2 with the AMOLED technology, 100 percent of DCI-P3 coverage and almost no bezels. But note that Oppo R17 Pro has the most resistant one because it is protected by Gorilla Glass 6. At last, Meizu 16 Plus has the widest panel and it does not feature a notch, so it is perfect for you if you want a comfortable device for productivity.

Hardware & Software

Huawei Honor Magic 2 has a more powerful chipset: a Kirin 980 running at a max frequency of 2.6 GHz. It is very impressive when it comes to speed and multi-tasking performance. It is followed by Meizu 16 Plus and its Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, while Oppo R17 Pro has just an upper-midrange SoC: the Snapdragon 710. Honor Magic 2 comes with Android Pie out of the box, while Oppo R17 Pro and Meizu 16 Plus are still based on Oreo.

Camera

The most surprising rear camera is undoubtedly the one found on the Oppo R17 Pro. It sports a triple camera setup with variable aperture just like the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus and Note 9, in order to adapt in a much better way to every light condition. On the other hand, Honor Magic 2 has a definitely more interesting front setup as it features a triple camera on the front with two depth sensors.

Battery

Oppo R17 Pro has one of the most interesting battery sides in the market, not only because it has a big lithium unit with a 3700 mAh capacity, but also because it is the last-generation smartphone with the fastest charging times. It takes just 30 minutes to charge it up to 92 percent. Honor Magic 2 and Meizu 16 Plus are among the fastest as well as they reach 82 percent and 60 percent respectively (in 30 minutes of charge). But they have a smaller battery and they last less time on a single charge.

Price

Oppo R17 Pro debuted in the global market under the name RX17 Pro with a price tag of €600, Honor Magic 2 was launched with a €550 price tag in China and Meizu 16 Plus carries a €480 starting price in China. Even though it does not have a flagship chipset, I would prefer Oppo R17 Pro to the Meizu 16 Plus because of its amazing camera and its quick charging times. But overall, I would personally pick Honor Magic 2 to award its innovation, good camera setup and performance, as well as its very balanced specifications.

Read More: Oppo R17 Pro charges 92% in just 30 minutes, competed against 59 mobile phones

Oppo R17 Pro vs Honor Magic 2 vs Meizu 16 Plus: PRO and CONS

Oppo R17 Pro

PROS

Amazing camera
Great design
Big battery
Gorilla Glass 6

CONS

Expensive

Honor Magic 2

PROS

Slider design
Amazing performance
Good cameras
Nice display
Android Pie

CONS

Nothing particular

Meizu 16 Plus

PROS

Great performance
Good cameras
More affordable price
Wide display

CONS

No micro SD

AnTuTu compares Snapdragon 855 with other flagship mobile SoCs

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Andrew

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Dec 4, 2018

Qualcomm’s mobile CPUs are held in high regard in the mobile smartphone segment and each year dozens upon dozens of flagship use the SoCs from the US-based chip maker. We’re a few hours away from the unveiling of Qualcomm’s next-gen CPU – the Snapdragon 855, and AnTuTu has just revealed some juicy scores with the Galaxy S10 Plus toting the said CPU. Earlier today, quite a lot of info got out before launch as an online portal published its report of the upcoming CPU prematurely. But let’s take a look at those official scores quickly.

Currently, all other chip makers that make mobile CPUs have already rolled out their next-gen CPUs. Samsung released the Exynos 9820, Huawei announced the HiSilicon Kirin 980 SoC a while back and these two have been pitted against Qualcomm’s latest 7nm beast. As you can see the image, the results speak for itself. When the Snapdragon 855 releases tomorrow, it will be the strongest chipset around. The device being tested on the benchmark here is none other than the Galaxy S10+ and it records a score of 343,051. This is close to a previously leaked benchmark involving the same CPU that resulted in an all-time high score of above 360,000. The Exynos 9820 which is also based on the 7nm process and boasts a dedicated AI core recorded a score of 325,067. Lastly, the Kirin 980 from the house of Huawei comes third with 309,425 score. Obviously, the Snapdragon 845 is the last on the list with the lowest score.

RELATED: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 details leaked ahead of the official announcement

It was previously thought that the unannounced CPU would be named Snapdragon 8150. However, it is now clear that SM8150 is its internal name. Aside from flaunting its own dedicated NPU, the System-on-Chip will also support Multi-Gigabit 5G connectivity.

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Vivo NEX 2 appears in a new poster, flaunts triple rear cameras and dual displays

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Simranpal Singh

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Dec 4, 2018

Vivo is on the final stage to announce the NEX 2 with triple rear cameras and dual displays. It has already leaked in various rumours and leaks, flaunting its most of specs and features. As like yesterday, today also Vivo has teased its upcoming Nex 2 device teasing its features. As per official announcement, the Chinese company will announce the Vivo Nex 2 on December 11th.

As per new poster, we can see dual displays on the device, one on the front and another on the rear side. On the back, there’s a triple camera module with an LED flash. Apart from these, we can see the roundness around the edges and premium finish to the Nex 2 design. Also, there’s a circular module on the upper back panel of the device, probably looking like an LED circle.

Already, in various leaks and rumours, we have got to know about the upcoming device but still many things are still unknown. Though as per the certifications, it will be powered with Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 and will have an option of 10 GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage.

It will feature dual massive screen-to-body AMOLED screen on the front and the rear sides. As like of its predecessor, it will feature an under-display fingerprint scanner along with modified FunTouch OS. Vivo Nex 2 dual screen may not feature front camera as its rear cameras and multiple displays will solve the purpose of selfies and video calling with ease.

Read More: Registration open for Vivo NEX 2, will bring a new OS experience

Looking at the teasers of Vivo Nex 2, the device appears to be quite productive. Its dual displays and triple rear cameras have opened doors for many potential features. The new device might give another chance to Vivo to gain some good sales as like of Vivo Nex. Now it’s upto Vivo how they make the dual display more productive and churn some more profits out of it.

Do you have any idea to productively use the dual display device?

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OPPO’s Realme C1 launching December 5 in the Philippines via Lazada

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 4, 2018

OPPO’s Realme brand unveiled the Realme C1 during the launch of the Realme 2 Pro in India last month. The device is an entry-level model and has been released in Indonesia apart from India. So, it is no surprise that the company is now set to unveil the device in the Philippines. According to details released by popular retailer Lazada, the Realme C1 will be launched exclusively on its platform on December 5.

The device will be launched with a starting price tag of PHP5,490 ($105)and this is for a device with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage which is the only variant available. This price is slightly higher than the price it was launched bearing in India and Indonesia (less than $100) and this slight increase is attributed to the poor performance of the Indian currency. The Realme C1 price will later berth at PHP5,990 ($113) after the opening sales.

The Realme C1 shares a couple of features with the Realme 2, including the chipset and the 6.2-inch notched screen. The difference comes from the memory, and a front-facing camera – the C1 has 2 GB RAM and 16 GB storage, while the selfie shooter is 5 MP. It also lacks a fingerprint scanner and has a plain back panel. The flash sale is scheduled to begin at 12noon tomorrow and buyers will get the option of choosing between the Black and the Blue colour variants. There are also several perks to encourage buyers like a 12-month warranty, free 15-day return, and instalment payment options.

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MIUI 10.1 stable update brings Android Pie, 960fps slow motion to Mi 8 and Mi 8 Explorer Edition

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Habeeb Onawole

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Dec 4, 2018

Xiaomi promised that it would update more of its phones o Android Pie this month and it has kept its promise. The Mi 8 and Mi 8 Explorer have begun receiving a new stable update that brings Android Pie along with some other features.

The update comes as MIUI 10.1 and weighs in at 2.1GB. The key change is the upgrade to Android Pie but it also brings the Mi MIX 3‘s 960fps slow-motion recording and Night Mode camera features to both devices. The changelog also says there are a number of bug fixes including screen flickering and screen blackouts.

The update is rolling out to the Chinese variants of these phones for now. A global stable version will definitely be announced in future.

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Vivo NEX crosses 2 million sales in just 6 months

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Simranpal Singh

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Dec 4, 2018

Remember Vivo Nex which was launched a few months ago as a first on-screen fingerprint device for the global market with a pop up camera? Well, it has achieved a milestone of 2 million sales in a span of just six months. Today, Vivo vice president, Hu Baishan revealed the sale figures and estimated sales worth 8 billion yuan in the last six months.

Unlike the other fullscreen smartphones in the market, Vivo took a different approach and added a front camera on the top with a slider like technology. Its on-screen fingerprint sensor has allowed it to maintain 91.24% body-screen-ratio. The high-end Vivo Nex device carries a 6.59-inch touchscreen display having a resolution of 1080 x 2316 pixels. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 on board with 6/8 GB RAM coupled with Adreno 616 GPU.

The new sales milestone has once again proved that people still look for innovative devices. If companies are first to cross the innovative barrier, then they will surely benefit from the initial market burst. Vivo Nex series also proved the same, as it was the first device to give us a look on a full-view display having an on-screen fingerprint scanner.

Additionally, the stats have appeared just a day before the launch of its successor, Vivo Nex dual screen version in Shanghai. It will come with dual displays and a fingerprint on-screen sensor. Vivo is also making its camera experience more immersive with the introduction of triple cameras.

Read More: Vivo NEX Dual Screen with 10 GB RAM tipped to launch on December 11

As an overview, Vivo Nex is available with a 6.59-inch touchscreen having a resolution of 1080×2316 pixels. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor and comes with different RAM versions of 6/8GB. Further, Vivo Nex is powered by a 4000 mAh non-removable battery. It measures 162.00 x 77.00 x 7.98 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 199.00 grams.

In connectivity, it features Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, USB OTG, USB Type-C, 3G and 4G. In terms of sensors, there’s a compass, magnetometer, proximity sensor, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, and gyroscope.

Let’s see what the new Vivo Nex dual display device brings to the table. Are you waiting for it?