IDC: Xiaomi shipped 34.3 million smartphones in Q3 2018 to become world’s no. 4

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Nov 23, 2018

At the launch of the Redmi Note 6 Pro in India Yesterday, Xiaomi shared figures from IDC’s quarterly report for the third quarter of the year. The report for the last quarter shows the Chinese smartphone company is now the 4th largest smartphone company in the world.

According to the market research firm, Xiaomi shipped a total of 34.3 million smartphones in Q3 2018. That figure is 6 million units more than it shipped in the same quarter in 2017. Xiaomi also grew its market share to 9.7% as against 7.5% for the same period in the preceding year.

The phone maker revealed that it has reached the global target it set for this year. So far, it has shipped 100 million smartphones and that figure is set to increase by the time the reports for the last quarter of the year are released.

Samsung is still the No. 1 smartphone brand in the world with a market share of 20.3% but its shipments for the third quarter of the year is over 10 million less than what it shipped in the same quarter in 2017. Huawei claims the second spot, shipping 52 million smartphones in the third quarter. That is a huge increase when you compare it to the 39.1 million units it shipped in Q3 2017.

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Grab best Blackview Black friday deals, Helio P70 to debut with BV9700 Pro

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Simranpal Singh

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Nov 23, 2018

As Black Friday has just started, the deals have turned on, and users can now claim huge discounts on their favorite products. There are plenty of bargain deals that are going on the significant e -retailer websites. Similarly, Blackview is offering groundbreaking discounts on their products via Aliexpress and other significant partners. Users can available discount of upto 50% in the next 24 hours.

Blackview, a Chinese maker is already offering special discounts for their smartphones since 22nd November, but today most beneficial deals are live. In order to let you guys save some time, we are listing major deals and discounts on Blackview devices below. Make sure to check out every listing to benefit most out of the sale.

Blackview BV9500

It is a high-end rugged device that is powered with a Mediatek MT6763T Octa-Core chipset and is coupled with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. It packs a 5.7 inch Full HD display having a resolution of 2160×1080 pixels with an aspect ratio of 18:9. In the camera department, it carries a 16-megapixel sensor on the rear side, while a 13-megapixel shooter is present on the front side of the device for selfies.

It measures 165*81.8*18.7 and comes packed with a 10000 mAh battery. It can easily sustain battery backup for few days once fully charged. It is waterproof, shockproof and dustproof with connectivity options such as NFC, OTG, wireless charging, compass, GPS+GLONASS, etc. It can be the best option if you work in the extreme conditions or want to take
outdoor adventures.

Normal Price: $329.99

Sale Price: $257

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Blackview BV6800

It is another rugged device with a massive discount on its usual retail price. You will get MediaTek MT6750T Octa-Core chipset embedded with a 5.7 inch of display. It carries 16-megapixel shooter on the front side while an 8-megapixel sensor fits on the front side of the device. It measures 162.2*81*14.8mm and runs on Android 8.1 Oreo. It is available with 4GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage.

It is a waterproof, shockproof and dustproof device with military grade certification. You can get this price at a huge discount today.

Retail Price: $249-$279

Sale Price: $189-$212

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There are many other products like BV1000, A20, BV6000, BV95000 pro, P10000pro and W1 which are on sale right now. You can get an instant discount of around $50 while completing the purchase.

Read More: Pre-Order Blackview BV9500 Pro Smartphone For Just $386.99 On GeekBuying And Win $30 Gift!

Blackview offers the rugged smartphones at affordable prices with MediaTek chipsets. This time those affordable prices have been discounted even more to make space for groundbreaking deals.

Additionally, MediaTek, Blackview BV9700 Pro will become one of the first customers of MediaTek P70. So, get ready for the Blackview BV9700 Pro with Helio P70 chipset.

Xiaomi president Lin Bin posts an image of Mi MIX 3 connected with a 5G network

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Jeet

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Nov 23, 2018

Last month, on 25th October, Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi announced its next-generation Mi MIX series smartphone — the Xiaomi Mi MIX 3. It is the first smartphone to feature a magnetic slider design with a full-screen display.

During the launch, Xiaomi confirmed that it will be releasing a 5G version of the Mi MIX 3 in the first quarter of 2019. With the launch of the 5G model of Mi MIX 3 nearing, details related to the device is now surfacing online.

In the latest development, Xiaomi president Lin Bin posted an image on the Chinese microblogging platform Weibo which teases the upcoming Mi MIX 3 5G smartphone. On seeing the image closely, we can see the Android Pie logo in the top-left corner. In the top-right corner, there’s a 5G signal flag, suggesting that the phone is connected over a 5G network.

The development indicates that the Mi MIX 3 phone’s development is completed and is currently in the testing phase. If everything goes as per the plan, there’s a possibility that we could see the phone launching during CES 2019 in January or MWC 2019 in February.

Apart from Xiaomi, other manufacturers, including Samsung, OnePlus, and Huawei are working on a smartphone with 5G connectivity. OnePlus has also confirmed that it will be among the first to launch a 5G smartphone early next year.

The 5G variant of the Mi MIX 3 is expected to have the same specifications as the original model. The phone features a 6.39-inch AMOLED Full HD+ display with 19.5:9 aspect ratio and a 93.4 percent screen-to-body ratio.

Under the hood, it is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor. It packs up to 10GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. The Mi MIX 3 is equipped with two magnetic components underneath the display that enables the sliding mechanism. It can be customized for different functions such as accessing the dual selfie camera, answer phone calls, among others.

As for the camera, there’s a dual camera setup on the back featuring a 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 main sensor with f/1.8 aperture and another 12-megapixel Samsung S5k3M3+ secondary sensor with f/2.4 aperture. On the front side too there’s a dual camera setup — a 24-megapixel Sony IMX576 primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor.

It is running on the latest MIUI 10 which is based Android 9 Pie operating system and also comes with the company’s Xiao AI voice assistant. The device is powered by a 3,200mAh battery that carries support for Quick Charge 4+ and 10W wireless charging.

Meanwhile, Xiaomi has scheduled a launch event in New York on 8th December. While it’s not yet known what the company is planning to unveil at the event, it is believed that Xiaomi could make an official entry in the US smartphone market with the launch of Mi MIX 3.

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Buy Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 Smartphone For Only $549 On Giztop

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Vinay Patel

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Nov 23, 2018

The long-awaited Mi MIX 2S successor dubbed, the Mi Mix 3 was made available to the public this year in October. Following in the footsteps of its well-received precursor, the Mi Mix 3 smartphone became an instant hit among Xiaomi fans.
Taking the phone’s skyrocketing popularity into consideration, the Chinese electronics giant is offering the Mi Mix 3 smartphone at a lowered price of just $549 on Giztop. This is a noteworthy reduction in the phone’s original selling price of $599.

The Mi Mix 3 is quite an irresistible smartphone at this price, given that it sports a mammoth 6.39-inch AMOLED FHD+ HDR display with a screen resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. Moreover, the phone packs Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor with 6GB/8GB/10GB of LPDDR4x and 64GB/128GB/256GB of onboard storage.

Note that the aforesaid discount will be valid for the 6GB RAM+128GB ROM variant. The 8GB RAM+128GB ROM model will set you back only $629 on Giztop. It is worth noting that this slightly larger version normally carries a $679 price tag.
On the photography front, the Mi Mix 3 houses a dual camera module comprising a 12.0MP (Sony IMX363)+12.0MP (Samsung S5k3M3) on the back. Up front, there is a 24MP (Sony IMX576)+2MP AI camera for self-portraits and face-to-face video chatting.

The phone runs on MIUI 10 based Android 9 Pie OS and draws its juices from a robust 3200mAh battery, which supports Quick Charge (10W Wireless Charging). Moreover, the Mi Mix 3 features a slew of useful sensors such as Ultrasonic distance sensor, Ambient, light sensor, gyroscope, accelerometer, hall sensor, and compass sensor.

You can head straight to this link to buy the Xiao AI Voice Assistant-equipped Mi Mix 3 smartphone for an unbeatable price on Giztop before the promo ends.

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OPPO A7 could sell for Rs. 16,990 (~$240) from November 27 in India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Nov 23, 2018

OPPO has recently introduced the OPPO A7 smartphone in various Asian markets. It was announced in India on Nov. 22, but the pricing and release date of the smartphone was not confirmed. Fresh information revealed by Mumbai-based retailer Mahesh Telecom the OPPO A7 will be releasing with a price tag of Rs. 16,990 (~$240). The handset is speculated to hit the market on Nov. 27.

The OPPO A7 is a rebranded version of the Realme 2 aimed towards the offline markets. The Realme 2 is exclusively available for purchase. The 32 GB storage + 3 GB RAM and 64 GB storage + 4 GB RAM variant of the Realme 2 smartphone are respectively priced at Rs. 9,499 (~$134) and Rs. 10,990 (~$156).

The official OPPO India site lists the OPPO A7 in variants such as 32 GB storage + 3 GB RAM and 32 GB storage + 4 GB RAM. Probably, the Rs. 16,990 (~$240) pricing leak could belong to the second variant of the smartphone.

Read More: OPPO R17 Pro confirmed to launch in India on December 4

The OPPO A7 features a 6.2-inch IPS LCD notched display thaPt supports HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels. It offers an aspect ratio of 19:9 and a screen-to-body ratio of 88.3 percent. The Snapdragon 450 chipset that includes 18 GHz octa-core processor is present under the hood of the device. Some markets have received the smartphone in 64 GB storage + 4 GB RAM option. There is a microSD card slot on the device for more storage.

For photography, the OPPO A7 is fitted with an AI enabled 16-megapixel front camera. The Realme 2 handset features an 8-mgeapixel selfie shooter. The back panel of the phone is equipped with 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual camera setup. It receives power from 4,230mAh battery. The smartphone is loaded with Android 8.1 Oreo OS that is overlaid with ColorOS 5.2 custom UI from the company. In India, it will be available in colors like Glaring Gold and Glaze Blue.

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Get An Extra 50% Off On Deal Prices, Big Discounts And Lots More On GeekBuying [Coupons Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Nov 23, 2018

Featuring a slew of unmissable deals, massive discounts and lots more, the GeekBuying Black Friday 2018 sale will be nothing short of remarkable.

GeekBuying is leaving no stone unturned in a bid to offer its users something to cheer about this holiday season.

As part of it’s recently kicked off Black Friday sale, the Chinese online store is doling out great discounts along with coupons that will help buyers to save a considerable amount of extra money during the check out process.

Before we delve further into more details about the discount coupons, it is worth noting that GeekBuying is giving the recently launched Oneplus 6T smartphone as a free gift to users who sign in or order an item before 16:00 (GMT+8) on November 27th. Aside from that, the promo will feature a slew of other free gifts, coupons etc.

The Flash Sale category comprises 7 rounds, and each round will be valid for 12 hours, during which buyers can get their hands on top-branded products at considerably lowered prices. As if that weren’t enough to cheer up cost-conscious buyers, select products will go up for sale bearing a $0.01 price tag as part of this Flash Sale.

Coupons play a vital role when it comes to bringing your cart value down in addition to a discount available on the product’s original selling price. GeekBuying will be offering several coupons that will help buyers save more money at the time of checking out.

Moreover, if your grand total exceeds a specific amount, there are coupons that you can use to save extra money before proceeding to check out. For instance, if your cart value is more than $700, you can apply coupon code GKBBF50 and get an extra $50 off.

Likewise, you can use coupon code GKBBF20 to save $20 if your order value is more than $200, but if your grand total is just $100, you can use coupon code GKBBF10 and save $10. Coupon code GKBBF07 can be used to save $7 if your total is more than $70.

You can apply coupon code GKBBF05 to get $5 off if your grand total is over $30. Buyers who manage to shop for just $10, can resort to using coupon code GKBBF02 to save $2.

Kingston SUV500 (240GB SSD)

There’s a 20% off on the Kingston SUV500 240GB SSD, which usually sells for $99.99. Thanks to the aforesaid discount, you can now buy it for only $79.99 on GeekBuying.
Aside from that, you can apply coupon code YMFTQVZW to get an extra $10 off and reduce your grand total to just $69.99. You can visit this link to grab the discount before the promo ends.

Netac N600S (720GB SSD)

The 720GB SSD version of the Netac N600S would normally set you back $119.99 but you can now buy it for just $79.99 on GeekBuying. You can extend this 33% reduction in the device’s original asking simply by applying coupon code GQIJTUWS.
The aforesaid coupon helps you save an extra $23 by bringing your already lowered grand total further down to just $74.99 before placing your order. You can visit this link to avail the discount before the promo ends in 3 days.

Ticwatch E-Sports Smartwatch

If you’re in the market for a cost-effective smartwatch, you might want to take a gander at the Ticwatch E-Sports smartwatch that has gone up for sale carrying a reduced price tag of $119.99 on GeekBuying. This is a 48% drop in the device’s retail price of $229.99.

You can use coupon code KSXYYPLQ to get an extra $50 off while checking out. Your grand total reduces to only $109.99 after applying the coupon, which is likely to expire soon.
You can head straight to this link and take advantage of the discount without wasting time as the promo was on the verge of wrapping up at the time of writing.

QCY Mini 2 Single TWS Wireless Bluetooth V5.0 Earphone

Looking for a Bluetooth wireless earphone that doesn’t cost a bomb? The QCY Mini 2 might just fill the bill.

While this feature-rich earphone normally sells for $10.99, you can now buy it for only $6.99 on GeekBuying. In addition to receiving this 36% discount, you can use coupon code JPRWODOU and save $4 more while checking out.
The coupon helps you reduce your grand total to only $5.99. Regrettably, the promo will only be valid for 3 days. You can visit this link to grab the discount before the promo comes to an end.

LED Digital Shower Thermometer

Buyers normally end up spending a lot of money on home essential items like a thermometer, especially families that have toddlers or babies. Taking this into consideration, GeekBuying is offering the LED Digital Shower Thermometer for a reduced price of just $10.99.

This is a significant 67% reduction in the device’s original selling price of $33.48. Moreover, you can apply coupon code DWATHTAL and bring your grand total down to just $7.99 by saving an extra $9.
You can follow this link to grab the discount. Note that the promo is slated to end in just 2 days.

Xiaomi Aqara Wall Switch

Aqara’s light switch is designed to help you control the same lights from different locations without requiring any sort of wiring. This Xiaomi branded switch usually carries a $36.20 price, but thanks to a 34% discount, you can now buy it for just $23.99 on GeekBuying.
You can even use coupon code JLNEDMLV and save $12.10 more before clicking the ‘Place Your Order’ button. After applying the above-mentioned coupon, your cart value drops to just $14.89.

Since the promo is slated to end today, it is imperative that you follow this link without wasting time to avail the discount.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro to go on sale in India for the first time today

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Jeet

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Nov 23, 2018

Just a day after launching the Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone in the Indian market, Xiaomi will now start selling the phone in the country from today.

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro will be available for purchase in India from today 12:00 PM through online marketplace Flipkart as well as Mi.com as a part of Xiaomi‘s Mi Black Friday Sale.

As for the pricing, the base model with 4GB RAM is priced at Rs. 13,999 (approximately $199) while the 6GB RAM model is priced at Rs. 15,999, which roughly converts to $227. In India, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro comes in four color options — Black, Rose Gold, Blue, and Red.

Further, as a part of the launch offer, Jio customers will get Rs 2,400 (~$32) cashback in the form of vouchers as well as 6TB of additional data on recharges of Rs 198 and Rs 299.

Coming to the phone’s specifications, the Redmi Note 6 Pro comes equipped with a 6.26-inch IPS LCD display, featuring a larger notch since it houses two camera sensors, an earpiece, a notification LED and some other sensors.

Under the hood, Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 636 chipset powers the device, coupled with either 4GB or 6GB RAM. It packs 64GB of internal storage and comes with a microSD card that enables you to further expand the phone’s storage capacity.

As for the photography, it comes with a dual camera setup featuring a 12MP primary sensor with f/1.9 aperture and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor with f/2.2 aperture. On the front side too, the phone features a dual camera setup consisting of a 20-megapixel + 2-megapixel sensors. The photography features available on the smartphone include dual-pixel autofocus, AI scene recognition, studio light photography, AI Portrait mode 2.0 and Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS).

Connectivity options on the device include dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, USB OTG, microUSB 2.0, GPS and 3.5mm headphone jack. Other features on the phone include a fingerprint scanner and face unlock.

The phone runs Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box with MIUI on top and is powered by a 4,000mAh battery that supports Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging technology. It is claimed to offer 4G calling time of up to 30 hours on a single charge.

Xiaomi shutting its bootloader unlock service is mere a ‘Fake News’ reveals company

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Simranpal Singh

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Nov 23, 2018

Bootloader Unlocking is an essential service which needs to be done if you want to root your device. In recent rumors, it has been leaked that the Chinese electronics maker is going to suspend this service, which caused a panic wave among developers and users across the Globe. Now, Xiaomi has confirmed that all the rumors regarding the shutdown of the bootloader unlock service is mere a ‘False News’.

Xiaomi is known for its services to help users to try something else, they always cooperate in a positive manner, but the sudden advent made things opposite. Well, now the company has rebuked any speculation regarding the bootloader unlocking suspension. As according to folks over at XDA, they claim that the rumours started popping up via Reddit and Telegram.

Well, in order to clear the clutter, Xiaomi has to officially tweet about it. The Chinese company tweeted that :

We are providing Unlock Bootloader service and here’s the unlocking tutorial: https://t.co/OJwO72LUJp Don’t believe in fake news. pic.twitter.com/ISmPeOdLB7

— MIUI (@miuirom) November 22, 2018

They even urged the users do not believe in the fake news and also posted a link to unlock the bootloader in a recent tweet.

Due to high number of sales, Xiaomi devices always get preference in the development arena. Availability of the high-end hardware at an affordable price is another reason that developers tinker it. Recently, Xiaomi also improved the waiting times to 72 hours from the 15 days to unlock the bootloader.

Read More: Giveaway – Win a Xiaomi Airdots Bluetooth Earphone (2 units)

Well, everything has been cleared now, Xiaomi is not going to shut down the unlocking service. It will remain working, and users can keep using it to root their devices.

Are you using a rooted Xiaomi device?

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Get Wirecutter’s Top Pick Tribit XBoom Bluetooth Speakers At An Unbeatable Price On Amazon; More Deals Inside!

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Vinay Patel

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Nov 23, 2018

If you’re panic-stricken because you have to send gifts to the pickiest people on your list or have just run of out gift ideas, we’ve got your back this holiday season.

Tribit XBoom Bluetooth Speaker – Wirecutter’s Top Pick

The New York Times Company-owned product review website, Wirecutter has picked Tribit XBoom as the best holiday gift. The best gift for music lovers, the XBoom has gone up for sale bearing a heavily discounted price tag of just $69.99 on Amazon.

This is a noteworthy 30% reduction in the portable speaker’s original asking price of $99.99. But if that doesn’t impress you much, it might interest you to know that Tribit is currently doling out an Exclusive Best discount for those who subscribe to the popular Bluetooth Audio and Headphones brand’s official website.
As soon as you subscribe, Tribit will send you a specific discount code that brand claims will offer the best price ever! If you’re interested in getting your hands on this free holiday gift, all you need to do is follow this link to subscribe without wasting time.

Wirecutter’s Brent Butterworth who has listened to over 230 portable Bluetooth speakers over the past three years has deemed the Tribit X-Boom as the best all-around choice. He picked this Tribit-branded speaker among a wide selection of portable speakers bearing less than $100 price tag in their blind listening test.

You can head straight to this link in order to check out the full article, which will be updated around Black Friday 2018.

Aside from offering an unmatched sound quality without emptying your pocket, the Tribit X-Boom comes with an IPX7 certificate, making it capable of withstanding accidental water splashes and can be immersed in water up to 1m for about 30 minutes without causing any sort of damage.

If you’re living on a tight budget, you can go for the Tribit XSound Go, which is Wirecutter’s budget pick. The XSound Go carries a relatively affordable $32.99 price sticker on Amazon. You can get an extra 5% off by applying a specific coupon that Amazon has assigned with this modestly priced Bluetooth speaker.

Cyber Monday Deal – For US Amazon Customers

Tribit XFree Tune Bluetooth Headphones

The XFree Tune is currently up for grabs baring a $49.99 price tag on Amazon. Tribit will be offering buyers an unmissable opportunity to get their hands on these feature-rich Bluetooth headphones for just $35.99 for just 6 hours on November 26th.

This Cyber Monday Deal will kick off at 4:55 pm and will be valid until 10:55 pm (PST). In order to save $14 on the original selling price of the Tribit XFree Tune Bluetooth headphones, all you need to do is to follow this link.

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Deal Of The Day

The XSound Go will set you back € 35.99 on Amazon, but Tribit will be offering this coveted Bluetooth speaker at an unbeatable price of just € 25.19 as part of Amazon’s Deal of the Day promo, which starts on November 19th.

You can follow this link if you’re interested in saving € 10.80 on the retail price of the XSound Go Bluetooth speaker.

Black Friday 2018

If you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hands on the Tribit XFree Tune without breaking the bank, now’s the time. As part of the Black Friday 2018 deal, Tribit will be offering these Bluetooth earphones for only € 32.05.

The device usually sells for € 45.79, but thanks to the aforesaid deal, you can now save € 13.74 without breaking much of a sweat. You can head straight to this link to grab the discount.

Giveaway – Win a Xiaomi Airdots Bluetooth Earphone (2 units)

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Cheky Zhu

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Nov 23, 2018

Gizmochina along with Banggood is conducting 1 unit Xiaomi Airdots Bluetooth Earphone as giveaway gift to a lucky reader. Like always, you just have to follow the steps mentioned on the Gleam widget to get a chance to win this amazing gift.

There are many online stores hold Black Friday Sale, Banggood also holds the promotion. Here is one of the deals page on Banggood’s Black Friday, called Brand Smartphone Shock and you can get big deals on a lot of brand smartphones. During Nov.21 to Nov.24 10 a.m. (UTC+8), it offers daily specials which have limited sale and bottom price. After that, the discount of brand smartphone will up to 70% off between Nov.25 to Nov.30 10 a.m. (UTC+8). Otherwise, it has an amazing exclusive board. On Nov. 25th, ordering in “Huge Coupon Deals” zone, 6 users will be sent Xiaomi Note 5 which worth $229.99. And on Nov. 25th, all users who ordering in this event, 10 user will be sent Smart Wristband which worth $59.99. You can click here to get more details about this event. This promotion of Banggood is well worth knowing.

Xiaomi AirDots is designed with Bluetooth v5.0 support. With true wireless stereo (TWS) technology, it can split audio in both earbuds to deliver a truly wireless experience. The earphones have 7.2mm audio drivers, touted to produce deep bass and high-quality stereo audio. The Xiaomi AirDots additionally ships with a 300mAh charging dock that the earphones can standby with charging dock about 12 hours. The earphone has light weight that is easy to carry out. Also it is fit for your ear comfortable because of the Ergonomics.

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Buy Top-Branded Smartphones At Unbeatable Prices On Banggood; Grab Huge Coupon Deals And Big Discounts!

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Vinay Patel

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Nov 23, 2018

Looks like smartphone enthusiasts who have been waiting with bated breath for smartphone prices to drop are in for a treat.

Banggood’s recently kicked-off ‘Brand Smartphone Shock’ promo is offering buyers who aren’t willing to spend a lot of money on a smartphone a lot to cheer about. The promo has been divided into multiple categories in a bid to facilitate the search process.

The ‘Exclusive Board’ section features a limited quantity of exclusive mobile devices bearing bottom prices. Moreover, starting from November 25th, buyers will be able to get up to a whopping 70% off on the brand smartphone, under this category.

The aforesaid section currently features 6 pieces of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and 10 pieces of the Mi Band 3 smart wristband. The limited sale will come to an end on November 24th at 10 am (UTC+8), while the 70% discount will be up for grabs until November 30th (UTC+8).

The next category dubbed, ‘Daily Specials’ includes the LeEco Cool1 and the Lenovo Moto Z smartphones that have gone up for sale carrying 33% and 28% discounts, respectively for November 23rd. As a result, you can buy the LeEco Cool1 for just $99.99; while the Moto Z will set you back only $165.99.
You can check out the phones that will be up for grabs at lowered prices simply by clicking the different dates, under the ‘Daily Special’ section.

The ‘Huge Coupon Deals’ category includes the Xiaomi Pocophone F1 and 3 different variants of the Xiaomi Mi 8 smartphone. Each phone included in this category is available for an unbeatable price, but there’s more for you to cheer about.

Six lucky users who order one of the smartphones featured in the category will be eligible to get a Xiaomi Note 5 smartphone as a free gift. It is worth noting that the coveted Note 5 carries a $229.99 price tag.

Those who will be ordering from this promo, on the other hand, will receive a Smart Wristband worth $59.99. As a buyer, It is imperative for you to bear in mind that you have only one chance to win a prize.

Winners will be announced on November 26th. Everyone from the winning list will then be contacted by a customer service staff.

You can find newly launched smartphones including the Redmi Note 6 Pro, LeEco Le Max 2, Gome U7 Mini and the ASUS Zenfone 3, under the ‘New Arrival’ category. More importantly, the above-mentioned smartphones are now available for considerably lowered prices.

As if that weren’t enough, the Redmi Note 6 Pro, LeEco Le Max 2, and the ASUS Zenfone 3 have been assigned specific coupon codes that buyers can use to save a considerable amount of extra money at the time of checking out. Note that there is a 38% off available on the Gome U7 Mini smartphone, but no coupon has been assigned to it for an extra discount.

Xiaomi fans can head straight to the next category called ‘Xiaomi’ wherein they can buy well-received smartphones at significantly lowered prices. On top of that, each phone included in this category have been assigned specific coupons so that buyers can get extra discounts.

If you’re brand conscious buyers, it might interest you to know that this promotion is offering big discounts on OnePlus, Huawei, Ulefone, Doogee, LeTV and several other top brands.

You can click here to visit the promotion page and take full advantage of this unmissable promo, which is slated to end soon.

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Pre-Order Xiaomi M365 Electric Scooter For Just $365 On Banggood

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Vinay Patel

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Nov 23, 2018

Looking for a full-fledged personal electric vehicle that sports a highly portable folding design? The Xiaomi M365 folding electric scooter might just fill the bill.Housed in a sturdy frame made using aviation grade aluminum, this easily maneuverable scooter weighs in at just 12.5kg. Its folding feature is quite advantageous as it makes the M365 smaller and easy to move from one place to another.

Thanks to its minimalist geometric design, the scooter’s handlebar stem acts as a handle when the scooter is folded. While most electric bikes are capable of starting from a stop, this Mi Electric Scooter requires you to first kick off, which is done with a single button, before you apply some throttle.

Furthermore, the M365 is backed by LG High Security 18650 Power Lithium batteries that deliver 18.6 miles long-range battery life. Moreover, it adopts a double braking system and features ultra-bright headlights that are quite essential especially during night riding.

While a high-end electric scooter offering comparable features would normally set you back a pretty penny, the Xiaomi M365 electric scooter can now be yours for a lowered price of just $365. Xiaomi has teamed up with Banggood to offer a noteworthy 35% off on this two-wheel electric scooter’s original asking price of $559.

You can choose between two color versions including black and white. With 405 pre-orders already placed at the time of writing, this promotion sale is slated to end on November 24th. Moreover, there were only 100 pieces remaining for this promo.

You can head straight to this link to pre-order the Xiaomi M365 Folding Electric Scooter at a considerably lowered price before the promo comes to an end.

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Xiaomi’s 90 Points launches the solid Popular Leather Bag with a 599 yuan (~$86) price tag

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Jed John Ikoba

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Nov 22, 2018

Xiaomi’s ecological chain company 90 Points is well known for its line of sleek bags, luggage and even jackets. The company’s catalogue of products continues to increase with the addition of the 90 Points Popular Leather Bag which has been launched with a hefty 599 Yuan (~$86) price tag.

As the name implies, the 90 Points Popular leather backpack is made from leather. The main body is made of two layers of cowhide (bovine split layer) giving it a crisp shape and rich texture. The part close to the body of the owner is not made from the same leather material, thus enhancing the visual integrity.

The Popular Leather Bag comes with an 18L capacity and has a dimension of 35cmx16cmx40cm, weighing just 1.12kg. The design also includes several storage pockets which makes it a good product for those who’ve got several gadgets they move around with. The main compartment has an internal compartment that can contain a 15-inch Macbook. There is no word yet on the availability of the backpack but it adopts a 599 yuan ($86) price tag.

If you find the Popular leather backpack too expensive, 90 Points also launched a cheaper bag made of 75D nylon yarn, with a delicate texture, compared to ordinary fabrics, wear resistance is higher than other fibers. 90 Points says the bag is able to withstand tens of thousands of fall without getting torn. That is because its outer covering is made from a 3-4 grade water-repellent fabric that would get penetrated by raindrop and splash. It comes in NavyBlue/White combo, Black and Grey-Blue colours. On the contrary, the 90 Points Lecturer Casual Backpack comes with a very affordable 99 yuan ($14) price tag and is already available on Xiaomi Youpin.

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OPPO R17 Pro confirmed to launch in India on December 4

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Nov 22, 2018

Recently, OPPO had hinted that it will be launching its first ever R-series smartphone in India. Today, the Chinese manufacturer has sent out media invites for OPPO R17 Pro launch event that will be held in Mumbai, India on Dec. 4. The R17 Pro was announced alongside R17 smartphone in China in August. However, India will be receiving only the R17 Pro model.

The OPPO R17 Pro houses a 6.4-inch waterdrop notch enabled AMOLED screen. It supports 19.5:9 aspect ratio and FHD+ resolution. The large-sized display of the phone offers a screen-to-body ratio of 91.5 percent. Its display is shielded by Gorilla Glass 6. OPPO has embedded a fingerprint reader under the screen of the smartphone.

The R17 Pro is powered by Snapdragon 710 chipset and 8 GB of RAM. The handset features an internal storage of 128 GB. The second SIM slot can be used for adding a microSD card.

The rear shell of the R17 Pro features a dual camera setup followed by a TOF stereo camera. The vertical dual camera module includes a 12-megapixel wide-angle lens and a 20-megapixel sensor with f/1.5 to f/2.5 variable aperture. A 25-megapixel selfie shooter is placed inside the notch of the phone. A 3,700mAh battery that carries support for 50W Super VOOC flash charging. It also includes support for NFC connectivity. The ColorOS 5.2 flavored Android 8.1 Oreo OS is preinstalled on the device.

Read More: OPPO unveils ColorOS 6.0: lighter, brighter and a revamped UI for bezel-less phones

The OPPO R17 Pro comes in colors like Stream Blue and Condensed Green. The pricing of the smartphone for the Indian market has not been confirmed. In China, the handset is available with a price tag of 4,299 Yuan (~$620, ~Rs. 43,800). The handset may carry a price similar to the OnePlus 6T phone. There is no information on the release date of the smartphone. However, its pre-orders are scheduled to begin on Dec. 1.

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Coolpad sues Smartisan over unpaid orders

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Habeeb Onawole

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Nov 22, 2018

Just a few days ago, reports of Chinese phone manufacturer, Smartisan, facing financial crises surfaced on the web. While Smartisan’s CEO refuted the statement, a new development which might be proof the company is indeed struggling financially has come to light.

According to cnBeta, a China-based online publication, Smartisan has received a lawsuit from Coolpad over money owed. The lawsuit was filed by Dongguan Yulong Communication Technology Co. Ltd, a subsidiary of Coolpad against Beijing Hammer Digital Technology (Smartisan).

The plaintiff claims it signed a contract with Smartisan to supply mobile phone parts worth over 10 million Chinese Yuan. However, after delivery of the goods, Smartisan is still yet to pay the remaining half of the cost. So far, there has been no response from Smartisan.

If Smartisan is indeed owing its supplier(s), it isn’t out of place to believe the reports that the company is facing financial challenges. As we have seen in the case of similar companies that have exited the mobile business such as LeEco and Gionee, unpaid bills are one of the proofs a company isn’t doing well.

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Xiaomi crowdfunds the Xiaojin Smart Foldable Treadmill priced at 1899 yuan (~$274)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Nov 22, 2018

The treadmill is one convenient gadget which aids fitness-conscious individuals to get their daily workout, regardless of rain or sunshine. Unfortunately, treadmills are usually large, heavy and not fit for every home. However, Xiaomi recently launched the WalkingPad mini portable treadmill and the product has received tremendous support even on Kickstarter. The Chinese giant has again given a headstart to another Chinese startup with a foldable treadmill. The product is dubbed Kingsmith Xiaojin Smart Foldable Treadmill.

This new treadmill is a bit bigger than the WalkingPad Mini but it equally comes with a compact size an design that looks very much like the regular treadmills. One problem users might encounter with the WalkingPAd Mini is the lack of a handlebar to act as support when the user is running out of steam or if he misses a step. The Xiaojin Smart Foldable Treadmill addresses that, and also provides a digital electronic panel for monitoring the speed and other settings of the treadmill.

The gadget comes with an elastic running board which provides real road running experience. The handle and display panel can be folded into a compact size that can be transported easily. Apart from the display panel, the gadget can also be paired with a smartphone and controlled using the MIJIA app.

The Xiaojin Smart Foldable Treadmill is presently available on crowdfunding for 1,899 Yuan ($273). This is even cheaper than what the WalkingPad Mini is sold for outside China by third-party retailers. The device is expected to start shipping on December 25.

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SK Hynix Introduces World’s First DDR5 DRAM Module, Production to Begin in 2020

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Andrew

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Nov 22, 2018

The current generation of DRAM, DDR4, also known as “double data rate fourth generation” has been around for quite long. The module started to make its way to computers way back in 2014. However, it is only now after four year’s that we’re seeing the very first glimpse of the next generation, i.e. DDR5. SK Hynix, a prominent DRAM manufacturer, has managed to call first dibs on the world’s first 16GB DDR5 memory chip. The chips are also the first DDR5 modules to be compliant with the JEDEC memory standard.

Speaking more about specifications, the new modules are prepared using Hynix’ 10nm fabrication. DDR5 is expected to give much faster transfer speeds, and evidently, the Hynix DDR5 chip can go up to 5200Mbps transfer speeds which is roughly 60 percent faster than DDR4’s 3200Mbps. Furthermore, it will do this consuming 30 percent less power than the previous version. SK Hynix has left out some details including the die size used for the new modules.

The company intends to shore up its DDR5 range with other capacity versions like the 8GB and 32GB. However, the important thing to note is that SK Hynix has only demoed the first chipset. Actual commercial production isn’t expected to start until 2020. It took quite a lot of time before DDR4 RAM modules actually started going mainstream after they were finalized and this is likely to be the case with DDR5 as well.

Apart from SK Hynix, Cadence and Micron have also been working on DDR5 RAM and expecting productions to begin by 2019.

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OnePlus 6T gets OxygenOS 9.0.6 OTA, Improves Standby Times, Unlock Speed and More

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Andrew

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Nov 22, 2018

The OnePlus 6T, which is the current flagship of OnePlus, was one of the earliest smartphones to come with Android 9.0 Pie. Even then, OnePlus has continued to keep polishing the software with follow-up updates. The handset is currently receiving OxygenOS 9.0.6 which, apart from usual bug fixes, includes camera optimization, face unlock improvements, and aims to offer a better UI experience.

Delving into a bit more detail, OnePlus posted a short changelog for OxygenOS 9.0.6 which includes the below points:

Improved unlocking experience
Optimized standby power consumption
General bug fixes and improvements

Communication

Fixed issues with adding APN on Verizon network

Third-Party Apps

Fixed issues with no notifications from Play Store

Camera

Optimized image processing

The update follows close on the heels of an OxygenOS 9.0.5 that improved the on-screen fingerprint reader and miscellaneous system tweaks. The current update will be rolled out stage-wise which means users might have to wait a few days for it to show up on their respective devices. Moreover, this OTA won’t weigh a lot on your storage as it will be around 200MB. If you can’t wait for the OTA, there are links to the update on the official forum which we will link down below.

RELATED: OnePlus 5G phone pricing tipped; Snapdragon 8150 likely to power it

Amongst related developments, the OnePlus 6T just received a new colour variant called Thunder Purple that comes with a matte gradient design.

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Honor 10 Lite vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro vs Realme 2 Pro: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Nov 22, 2018

Huawei just unveiled the Honor 10 Lite and Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro has finally hitten Indian shelves. A new generation of affordable midrange smartphones is finally among us. Another quality-price ratio champion in the Indian market is definitely the Realme 2 Pro from Oppo’s sub-brand, and here we compared them to establish which one has the highest value for money.

Huawei Honor 10 Lite vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro vs Oppo Realme 2 Pro

	Huawei Honor 10 Lite	Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro	Oppo Realme 2 Pro
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	154.8 x 73.6 x 8 mm, 162 grams	157.9 x 76.4 x 8.2 mm	156.7 x 74 x 8.5 mm, 174 grams
DISPLAY	6.21 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 415 ppi, IPS LCD	6.26 inches, 1080 x 2280p (Full HD+), 403 ppi, IPS LCD	6.3 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 409 ppi, 19.5:9 ratio, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, octa-core 1.8 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE	Android 9 Pie, EMUI	Android 8.1 Oreo, MIUI	Android 8.1 Oreo, Color OS
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, 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	Dual 13 + 2 MP f/1.8 24 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 12 + 5 MP f/1.9 and f/2.0 Dual 20 + 2 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 16 + 2 MP f/1.7 16 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	3400 mAh	4000 mAh	3500 mAh, Fast Charging 5V / 2A 10W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot

Design

Huawei Honor 10 Lite is one of the most beautiful and attractive phones thanks to its futuristic and flagship-like design. It has a wonderful glass back available in gradient color variants, as well as a very high screen-to-body ratio thanks to a narrow chin and a waterdrop notch. Oppo Realme 2 Pro is beautiful too, but it is made of polycarbonate, unlike the Honor 10 Lite. Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro has a full metal body which is all but stunning at a first glance.

Display

All average IPS panels, they have nothing special and just an average viewing quality. So do not choose the best smartphone for you by basing on the display. We can just tell you that Honor 10 Lite and Oppo Realme 2 Pro have narrower bezels and smaller notches, so you may like them more.

Specs & Software

Oppo Realme 2 Pro is the phone which performs better thanks to its more powerful Snapdragon 660 chipset. It is a better SoC especially for gaming, and it is paired with up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of internal storage on the Realme 2 Pro, while Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Honor 10 Lite offer max 6 GB of RAM. Honor 10 Lite is customized by the EMUI based on Android Pie, while Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Realme 2 Pro have MIUI and Color OS based on Android Oreo.

Camera

The dual rear cameras of these handsets are more or less at the same levels with bright apertures and a decent level of detail even when light conditions are not the best. The front camera of Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro makes the difference if you love selfies as it is paired with a secondary depth sensor. But overall, it is a draw.

Battery

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is much better than Realme 2 Pro and Honor 10 Lite when it comes to battery life because it has a much bigger lithium unit with a 4000 mAh capacity. Further, its Snapdragon 636 is a very efficient SoC and it is optimized in an excellent way.

Price

There is not a clear winner of this comparison and each of these devices is very close to each other. I would personally pick Oppo Realme 2 Pro due to its better performance, but if you want more battery life go for the Redmi Note 6 Pro, while if you are looking for the best design choose Honor 10 Lite. While Honor 10 Lite and Realme 2 Pro start from about €175/$200 in China, Redmi Note 6 Pro costs about €190/$216.

Read More: Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro with 6.26-inch 19:9 display and SD 636 SoC goes official in Thailand

Huawei Honor 10 Lite vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro vs Oppo Realme 2 Pro: PROs and CONS

Huawei Honor 8X

PROs

Better design
Android Pie
Affordable price
High screen-to-body ratio

CONS

Smaller battery

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro

PROs

Bigger battery
Dual front camera
Affordable price

CONS

Same old design

Oppo Realme 2 Pro

PROs

Good design
Great performance
Dedicated micro SD slot
Good price

CONS

Polycarbonate design

Samsung Galaxy M20 AnTuTu result reveals it will have an Infinity U display

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Habeeb Onawole

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Nov 22, 2018

After appearing on Geekbench, Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy M20 has been spotted on AnTuTu and the result reveals an important detail about its display.

AnTuTu is known for disclosing some specs of a benchmarked phone and the Galaxy M20 is no exception. The benchmark result revealed the phone has a 2340 x 1080 display. Is that display resolution familiar?

Yes, it is. That is the resolution of phones like the OPPO F9/F9 Pro, the Oneplus 6T, Realme 2 Pro and Vivo V11 to name a few. And what do these phones have in common save for their resolution? A water-drop notch or as Samsung will call it, an Infinity U display. This means the Galaxy M20 will most likely be one of the first Samsung phones with a notch and to rock the new Infinity display.

Samsung Infinity Displays — Image source: Slashgear

The benchmark result shows the Galaxy M20 (SM-M205F) is powered by an Exynos 7885 processor with a Mali-G71 MP2 GPU. It also has 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. There are reports it will also have a 64GB version (probably with 4GB of RAM).

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