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Huawei Mate 20 Pro curved display is said to be manufactured by BOE

Yesterday, at an event in London, Huawei announced the Huawei Mate 20 Pro along with the Mate 20, Mate 20X and Mate 20 RS Porsche Design. Majorly, all the devices are now available on pre-orders from Huawei’s official online store. Huawei Mate 20 Pro carries a big 6.39-inch OLED flexible display with a resolution of 3120×1440 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. If the latest reports are to believed, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro is using a display manufactured by a domestic player, BOE.

Mate 20 Pro screen

Unlike Google, Apple and other major players who use displays from either Samsung or LG. Huawei has shown interest in a domestic manufacturer, BOE. It looks like that Huawei has got a better display at home and that’s why the company has ditched Samsung AMOLED display which they used last year.

There are many pros and cons of the new display, as per the initial reviews, it seems that the new display carries little more graininess than the Mate 10’s display. On the other hand, BOE’s display has allowed Mate 20 Pro to reach the pixel density of 536 PPI and has an improved visual perception along with better clarity.

Along with the quality, we are sure that Huawei would have saved some costs by using a display developed by a domestic player.

Additionally, Huawei Mate 20 Pro uses a Kirin 980 chipset, which is Android’s first chipset built on a 7nm process. It is 60% more power efficient and produces a significant boost in its performance. There are dual NPUs to handle the AI tasks quite efficiently. It brings 40W SuperCharging which can charge the device upto 70% in just 30 minutes. It is powered by an exclusive wireless reverse charging technology, which allows you to charge any other device. In-camera department, Huawei has added triple shooters which enhances its picture shooting and video making capabilities. Users can perform 3x optical zoom along and can take an ultra-wide picture.

It’s a full package for the users who want performance along with an excellent camera with hand on Artificial Intelligence.

Well, which feature do you like the most? Share your views via comments below.

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Moto G5S Plus receiving Android 8.1 Oreo update in the US

Motorola has finally started rolling out Android 8.1 Oreo for Moto G5S Plus in the United States. After successful completion of the soak test, its global rollout has begun back in September. Since then, it took two months to bring the same update in the United States. Users will start receiving the OTA update notification soon.

Motorola Moto G5S Plus

After rolling out in Brazil and a few other countries, users in the States side are ready to get the update. Motorola has published the support notes with an official changelog and additional relevant information regarding the update. Along with the new usual Android 8.1 Oreo changes, it brings August security patch. The company has also added stability improvements and performance optimizations to increase its overall performance. There are various bug fixes which have been added to the latest update build.

We suggest you wait for the update or either check it manually. You can do so by heading over to the Settings >> About >> then check for System updates. Also, make sure to free up some space to install the update without any issue and keep your device charged more than 60%.

Update: As per recent update, support notes were pushed mistakenly, but despite this, the update has started to roll out. A user in California has reported that Android 8.1 Oreo update is rolling out on his US unlocked G5S Plus device.

So, fingers crossed, we hope Motorola to reveal the broader rollout of Android 8.1 Oreo update very soon. Is there anyone from here who received the update on their Moto G5 Plus?

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Vivo Z3 with Snapdragon 710 and Dual Turbo technology announced in China with 1,898 Yuan (~$274) pricing

In the previous week, Vivo had launched the Vivo V11 smartphone as Vivo Z3i smartphone in China. Today, the Chinese manufacturer has announced the more powerful Vivo Z3 smartphone as the successor for the Vivo Z1 phone that was unveiled in May this year.

Vivo Z3

Vivo Z3 Specifications and Features

The Vivo Z3 boasts a premium appeal with glass panels on its front and rear and a metallic frame in between. The handset measures 155.97 x 75.63 x  8.1mm. It houses a 6.3-inch IPS LCD screen with waterdrop notch. The display supports Full HD+ resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9. The smartphone offers a screen space of 90.3 percent.

Vivo Z3 Display

The Vivo Z1 featured the Snapdragon 660 chipset. Its successor has arrived in two CPU variants. The base model of the Vivo Z3 features Snapdragon 670 whereas its two higher variants are fueled by Snapdragon 710 chipset. It comes with up to 6 GB of RAM and an inbuilt storage of up to 128 GB. For additional storage, there is a microSD card slot on the device.

The FunTouch OS 4.5 flavored Android 8.1 Oreo OS is available preinstalled on the Vivo Z3. The Chinese manufacturer has included Jovi AI assistant on the phone. For optimized performance, the Vivo Z3 is equipped with Dual-Turbo engine that accelerates the performance of the device while accessing system apps and games. The Z3 phone also promises smooth gaming experience as it comes with a dedicated gaming mode with DND. Other gaming related features available on the smartphone are Picture-in-Picture mode, game keyboard and 4D game shock.

Vivo Z3 Gaming

In terms of photography, the Vivo Z3 has 16-megapixel + 2-megapixel AI smart dual camera. The waterdrop notch houses the 12-megapixel selfie camera. The handset is packed with AI-based photography features like scene detection, bokeh shots and low-light photography.

The presence of IR camera allows the phone to support face unlock even in dim-light conditions. The handset is also equipped with a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The Vivo Z3 receives power to perform from a 3,315mAh battery that is coupled with dual-engine flash charging technology. The connectivity features available on the Z3 are dual-SIM support, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, microUSB, GPS and 3.5mm audio jack.

Vivo Z3 Color Variants

Vivo Z3 Pricing and Release Date

Here are the three variants of the Vivo Z3 along with their pricing:

  • Snapdragon 670, 4 GB RAM + 64 GB Storage – 1,598 Yuan (~$230)
  • Snapdragon 710, 6 GB RAM + 64 GB Storage – 1,898 Yuan (~$274)
  • Snapdragon 710, 6 GB RAM + 128 GB Storage – 2,298 Yuan (~$332)

The Vivo Z3 is available on pre-sale in China and it will be available for buying from 00:00AM on Nov. 1. The handset can be availed in color variants such as Starry Night Black, Dream Pink and Aurora Blue. The latter two are color gradient versions. As of this writing, there is no confirmation on the international availability of the Vivo Z3.

Get Your Hands On Huawei’s Big-Screen Honor Note 10 Phablet For Just $539.99 On GearBest


The Note 10 phablet was launched in July this year under Huawei’s popular sub-brand Honor. It became an instant hit among those who fancy watching their favorite videos or playing popular on a big-screen mobile device.

Taking this popularity into consideration, the Chinese tech company is now offering the coveted smartphone at a dropped price on GearBest. Let’s check out the details without wasting time.

The Honor Note 10 phablet is now up for grabs at a discounted price of just $539.99 on the Chinese electronics online store that offers a wide selection of electronics items at unbeatable prices. This is a significant 12% reduction in the device’s original asking price.

Honor Note 10
As a phablet, the Honor Note 10 sports a mammoth 6.95 inches AMOLED capacitive touchscreen display bearing resolution of 1080 x 2220 pixels. The device is housed in a sturdy aluminum frame but weighs in at just in at just 230 g (8.11 oz) and its dimensions are 177 x 85 x 7.7 mm (6.97 x 3.35 x 0.30 in).

The Huawei Honor Note 10 phablet is powered by a Kirin 970 Octa-core processor and it uses a Mali G72 MP12 GPU under the hood for an unmatched and uninterrupted viewing experience. Moreover, it comes with 6GB of RAM and offers a hearty 128GB of onboard storage.

On the photography front, the Honor-branded phablet houses a 16.0MP + 24.0MP dual-camera setup on the back and a 13.0MP front shooter for self-portraits and face-to-face video chatting. It runs on Android 8.1.0reo OS and is backed by a robust 5000mAh big capacity battery that lets you play games without any sort of interruption.

You can head straight to this link in order to check the full specification and avail the discount before the promotion comes to an end. Note that the discount will be valid on the black and blue color versions of the Honor Note 10 phablet.

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Asus Zenfone 4 Max finally receives Android 8.1 Oreo update

Asus, which had scheduled to release Android Oreo-based update for the Zenfone 4 Max in December last year when it pushed ZUI 4.0, has now finally started rolling out the new update.

The company has now released the new ZUI 5.0 user interface for the Asus Zenfone 4 Max users. The update is based on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system. The update, which carries version 15.2016.1809.412 is arriving over-the-air (OTA), and will be disseminated on a staggered basis.

Asus Zenfone 4 Max Android Oreo update

The Asus ZenFone Max 4 was launched in September last year, and was talked about because of its huge 5,000mAh battery. When launched, the phone shipped with Android 7.0 Nougat operating system pre-installed.

The update brings several new features to the device, including the addition of picture-in-picture mode that enables users to view videos while continuing to interact with an app running in the background. It also comes with notification channels, and also allows users to snooze notifications. Further, the settings menu has also been redesigned.

Coming to the specifications, the Asus Zenfone 4 Max features a 5.5-inch Full HD display and is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 430 processor. There’s another variant of the phone featuring a 5.2-inch display and is powered by Snapdragon 425 SoC.

It original model comes with 3GB of RAM and offers 32GB of internal storage. There’s also a microSD card slot for further expanding the phone’s storage capacity up to 256GB.

For camera, there’s a dual-camera setup on the back, featuring a combination of a 13MP f/2.0 main sensor with fast autofocus and a 13MP 120-degree wide-angle lens that fits in more details. The front camera is an 8MP shooter along with an LED flash.

Read More: Asus plans launch two new smartphones in India on October 17, will be Flipkart-exclusive

The phone is powered a massive 5,000mAh battery that also supports fast charging technology and reverse charging. As for the pricing, it starts at about 300 Euros, roughly $347.

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Buy Wemax One Pro FMWS01C ANSI Lumens Laser Projector For Just $1909 On GearBest [Coupon Inside]


Capable of delivering up to 150-inches high-definition images in 50cm, the Wemax One Pro FMWS01C is quite an irresistible laser projector that boasts an impressive array of features. It is also worth noting that you get a product life of about 25,000 hours.

While you’d normally associate a steep price tag with high-end laser projectors that offer similar features, the Wemax One Pro FMWS01C will surprisingly not burn a hole in your pocket. If this shred of information has stirred your interest, we suggest you continue reading.

Touted as the world’s first ultra-short projector to adopt ALPD (advanced laser display) technology, the Wemax One Pro FMWS01C has now gone up for sale carrying a reduced price tag on GearBest. As a result, you can now buy this feature-laden laser projector at a heavily discounted price of just $1929.

On top of that, you can extend this significant 19% reduction in the device’s original asking price by applying coupon code IT-CN01MAX at the time of checking out. The coupon helps you bring your already discounted grand total further down to just $1909.
In other words, you can save an extra $20 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon before proceeding to check out. An absolute bargain at this price, the high-tech Wemax One Pro FMWS01C employs a compact, minimalist “box” design language in a bid to achieve user-friendly design goals.

Moreover, you can control the Wemax One Pro FMWS01C without breaking much of a sweat. It offers a voice assistant and a myriad of other interactive ways to find your favorite program.

You can head straight to this link if you’re interested in checking out more details about the Wemax One Pro FMWS01C laser projector and grabbing the discount. With only 29 pieces remaining, this promo is slated to end in just 1 day.

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Google Pixel 3 devices using Samsung AMOLED confirms iFixit teardown

Guys at iFixit have started exploring the recently launched Google Pixel 3. Google announced the Pixel 3 with a 5.5-inch OLED display having a resolution of 1080×2160 pixels with a pixel density of 439ppi. In a recent teardown by iFixit, it came across that the new Google Pixel 3 holds OLED display developed by Samsung. Further, it is revealed that Google is using the same SR3HX Titan M security chip as used in Pixel 2XL.

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Major opening over here is that Google has ditched the LG’s displays over the Samsung’s to better compete against its competitors. Last year after various complaints and comparisons, users found that Pixel 2 displays are not as par with the competition due to various issues. Pixel 2 users complained about various issues like unsaturated colors at few points, darker colors and crosshatch colors on display.

So, in a bid to overcome these complaints, Google seems to have decided to hire the Korean giant for Pixel 3 display. Further, in the Pixel 3 teardown process, iFixit guys find that Google has applied a lot of glue for the rear glass panel. While opening all the parts, iFixit broke a few components. A ribbon cable and a speaker got damaged while opening the device.

pixel 3 ifixit

Pixel 3 XL overall internal structure is same as that of Pixel 3. Everything is mapped at the same position as like of its predecessor. There’s a little change which includes a big wireless charging coil and a new speaker arrangement for better sound.

Due to lots of glue, full glass panel and display at the bottom, reparability task is hampered. It needs extra precision and excellent skills to repair the Pixel 3 device. Ultimately, you can’t fix its parts manually. Instead, you have to buy the whole module if anything breaks in your device. Overall, Google Pixel 3 has received an unsatisfactory score of 4 out of 10 to repair it.

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Buy Bakeey QW12 Smart Watch For Just $19.99 On Banggood

Monitoring your health on a daily basis can prove to be an arduous and time-consuming task, especially in this fast-paced world. Thankfully, the market is brimming with devices like smartwatches and fitness bands that can take care of this daunting task for us. On the downside, these gadgets don’t come cheap.

If you’re looking for a cost-effective fitness tracker that’s loaded with useful features, you might want to take a gander at Bakeey’s feature-laden QW12 smartwatch, which has now gone up for pre-order bearing a heavily discounted price tag on Banggood. Let’s head straight to the details.

Much to the delight of fitness-conscious buyers who aren’t willing to spend a fortune on a smartwatch, the QW12 is currently available for pre-order at a dropped price of just $19.99 on the Chinese online store that guarantees the best bang for your buck. This is a noteworthy 50% reduction in the device’s original asking price of $39.99.

Regrettably, this discount will only be limited to the first 10 pieces, while the next 800 pieces will set you back $23.99. The remaining 1000 pieces will go back to the retail price of $39.99.
The Bakeey QW12 is an absolute bargain at this price, given that it sports an easily readable 1.3 inch IPS display with a screen resolution of 240×240 pixels. Moreover, the device is equipped with useful sensors like the G-sensor and the Heart Rate Sensor.

The QW12 not only monitors your heart rate and blood pressure but also keeps a track of your sleep. It boasts 8 multi-sport modes like walking, running, swimming, badminton, basketball etc. It also comes with a pedometer.

The Bakeey QW12 smartwatch also features a pedometer. Furthermore, it has call and message reminders and it enables to you even reject a call. The smartwatch offers notifications for various apps like Facebook, Twitter, WeChat, and WhatsApp just to name a few.

You can follow this link to check out the rest of the features and avail the discount before the first 10 pieces are sold out. Note that you can choose between two color options including red and black.

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Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 storage and color variants leaked

Few hours ago, Xiaomi had confirmed that the Mi MIX 3 will be the world’s first 5G commercial smartphone and it will be equipped with 10 GB of RAM. An Indian publication has shared fresh information on the storage and color variants of the Mi MIX 3. The leak reveals that the smartphone will be arriving with new and attractive color options.

The Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 that was unveiled in September last year had arrived in colors like White and Black. The Mi MIX 2S that was announced earlier this year was introduced in same colors. Since then various manufacturers have launched smartphones with color gradient options. The recently announced Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro and Mi 8 Lite are the first phones from Xiaomi to come in color gradient choices. According to an Indian publication, the Mi MIX 3 will be arriving in three colors like Black, Green Emerald and Sapphire Blue. There is a possibility that the Green and Blue editions of the Mi MIX 3 could be color gradient variants.

The highest configuration variant of the Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 will have 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. The second variant will include 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. Its base model will have 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The Mi MIX 2 and Mi MIX 2S were both available in 64 GB storage option. However, the new leak reveals that there won’t be 64 GB Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 model. The aforementioned details belong to the regular variants of the Mi MIX 3. The 10 GB RAM edition of the phone could be limited edition model, but it is advisable to wait for confirmation on it from the company.

xiaomi mi mix 3 dedicated button

As far as other specs of the Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 is concerned, it is expected to arrive with manual slider design and 6.4-inch S-AMOLED screen. Some of its other rumored features include Snapdragon 845, in-display fingerprint scanner and 3D facial scanner.

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Mi Mix 3 will feature 10GB RAM and 5G Support, Xiaomi confirms!

Since yesterday, Xiaomi started teasing the upcoming Mi Mix 3 with its different innovations. First, Xiaomi revealed that it will come with 5G support and will be the world’s first smartphone to carry 10GB RAM. Xiaomi officially confirmed the news via official Weibo handle by touting it as “world’s first 5G commercial mobile phone.” These are the exciting features that come along with the sliding camera tech and full-screen display. We expect more teasers from Xiaomi in the upcoming eight days before the Mi Mix 3 launch.

mi mix 3 10 gb ram

Yesterday, Xiaomi teased the 5G support with a whopping 10 GB RAM in a different way, but it was not confirmed what Xiaomi was trying to say. Today, by posting some new posters on social media, Xiaomi has confirmed these features and is on the verge to make Mi Mix 3 as the world’s first 5G commercial smartphone. Also, it will be the world’s first smartphone to rock with 10GB of RAM.

It seems there are plenty more intuitive features that are present on Xiaomi Mi Mix 3. We have to wait for the official launch or teasers to get some information about those.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 specs

Additionally, Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 could be tucked underneath with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Soc coupled with 10 GB of RAM.  It will bring advanced 3D facial recognition system via its front-facing camera. A full view display having a bezel-less design, in-display fingerprint and high screen ratio are embedded in the device.

 

 

The flagship device from Xiaomi is coming our way on October 25 in China. As per a recent leak, the launch event will take place at the Nanjing Sports Centre. Do note that Meizu is also expected to release a new phone on the same day most likely its Meizu X8 model.

What else are you expecting from the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3? Share your thoughts via the comments form below. Stay tuned with us for more!

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Buy Top-Branded Smartphones At Heavily Discounted Price On GeekBuying [Coupons Inside]


Smartphones have become an inseparable part of our fast-paced lives. We heavily rely on our phones to not only keep us connected to our friends and family but also to perform a slew of other tasks like play your favorite music or video while on the go.

There’s no dearth of high-end smartphones that you can buy on online as well as offline stores; however, oftentimes these devices end up burning a hole in your pocket. If you’re a cost-conscious smartphone enthusiast who has restlessly been waiting to buy a top-branded smartphone without emptying your pocket, you’ve come to the right place.

As part of its latest promotion, GeekBuying is now doling out great discounts on a wide selection of top-notch smartphones from popular brands. Dubbed as ‘Trending Smartphones,’ the promo has been split into multiple categories so that buyers can easily find what they are looking for.

We’ll shed light on discounts that you can avail on these smartphones and on top of that, we’ll even show how you can save a considerable amount of extra money during the check out process. So without further ado, let’s delve straight into the details.

Huawei Honor 8X Smartphone

Staying true to its reputation for delivering high-end mobile devices that meet your varied needs, Huawei launched the Honor 8X smartphone in September this year. The phone became an instant hit despite bearing a relatively steep $347.99 price tag.

But if you aren’t willing to spend that kind of money on a smartphone, it may interest you to know that the Honor 8X (with 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM) has now gone up for sale carrying a discounted price of just $269.99 on GeekBuying.
Honor 8X
Moreover, you can extend this 22% discount simply by using coupon code RUQGJSDP at the time of checking out. The coupon helps you save an extra $67 and reduces your grand total to just $235.99.

Since the promo is slated to end in just 3 days, it is imperative that you follow this link to avail the discount without wasting time.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S Smartphone

Launched in April this year, Xiaomi’s Mi Mix 2S is quite an irresistible smartphone that’s loaded with exceptional features. While you’d normally associate a steep price tag with a feature-rich smartphone from Xiaomi, the Mi Mix 2S (with 6GB RAM+128GB ROM) can now be yours at a reduced price of just $418.99 on GeekBuying.

This is a noteworthy 30% reduction in the phone’s original asking price of $599.99. On top of that, you can apply coupon code NZVBLRXM to get an additional $103 off before placing your order.


In other words, you can reduce your already discounted grand total to just $418.99 with the help of the aforesaid coupon. In order to take advantage of the discount, all you need to do is to follow this link. It is worth noting that the sale is slated to end in 6 days.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition Smartphone

Xiaomi made the hotly-anticipated Explorer Edition of the Mi 8 smartphone available to the public earlier this year. While it garnered huge popularity among Xiaomi fans, the phone failed to lure those living on a tight budget since it carries a steep $999.99 price tag.

In a bid to make the Mi 8 Explorer Edition available to cost-conscious buyers, Xiaomi is now selling the coveted device at a reduced price of just $719.99. But if this 28% discount doesn’t impress you much, you can apply coupon code UWPEOHVZ to get an extra $189.97 off at the time of checking out.After using the above-mentioned coupon, your grand total reduces to just $639.99. You can visit this link to receive this discount and save extra money with the help of the coupon before the promo ends in 3 days.

ZTE Nubia Z17 Smartphone

Even over a year after hitting the store shelves, the Nubia Z17 smartphone continues to be a very popular smartphone among ZTE fans. While the 6GB RAM+64GB ROM version of the well-received phone would normally set you back $554.99 on online and offline stores, you can now buy it at a reduced price of just $389.99 on GeekBuying.
Aside from taking advantage of this 30% discount, you can use coupon code DJKRSRZC to save an extra $174 before you click on the ‘Place Your Order’ button. This will help you reduce your grand total to only $309.99 without breaking much of a sweat.

You can head straight to this link and grab this discount before the promo comes to an end in 2 days.

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Buy WNNVE NVE-E50 Digital Night Vision Riflescope For Just $599.99 On TomTop [Coupon]

If you’re looking for cost-effective night vision devices that can generate clear images even in total darkness, you might want to take a look at the WNNVE NVE-E50 Digital night vision riflescope.

Equipped with IR light which can be used to monitor target even in complete absence of light, the WNNVE NVE-E50 has gone up for sale carrying a dropped price on TomTop. Before we divulge more details about this discount and show how you can save extra money at the time of checking out, let us take a look at the device’s awe-inspiring features.

You can download the app to connect the WNNVE NVE-E50 to your phone via Wi-Fi and transmit real-time images from the equipment directly to your smartphone. The device is a perfect companion for night hunting, wildlife viewing, rescuing, observation, searching and valley exploration.

While you’d normally associate a steep price tag with a digital night vision riflescope offering comparable features, the WNNVE NVE-E50 can now be yours at a lowered price of just $699.99. This is a noteworthy 44% reduction in the device’s original asking price of $1236.24.
In addition to taking advantage of the aforesaid discount, you can save a considerable amount of extra money by applying coupon code NVE100 before proceeding to checkout. The aforesaid coupon helps you get an additional $100 off and brings your already reduced grand total further down to only $599.99.

An absolute bargain at this price, the WNNVE NVE-E50 comes in handy when you want to record a video or take photos in darkness. Unlike its counterpart, the device is capable of producing high-quality videos and photos with 1080P resolution. Moreover, you can use a TF card to record a video or click pictures while watching wildlife outside.

If the WNNVE NVE-E50 has stirred your interest, you can follow this link to check out more details about this feature-laden digital night vision riflescope and avail the discount. Note that sale was on the verge of wrapping up at the time of writing and the coupon is also likely to expire soon

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Elephone U2 Pro with in-display fingerprint and Elephone PX handled in a leaked video

Elephone has already hinted that it would be attending the Hong Kong Tech expo and during the event, a couple of new models will be unveiled. The Chinese company had hinted that it plans to unveil the Elephone U2 and Elephone PX. Latest details indicate that the company will also launch the Elephone U2 Pro. Ahead of the conference commencing this week, a leaked video has now emerged to showcase the design of the U2 Pro alongside the Elephone PX.Elephone U2 Pro

The short video clip avails us of the opportunity to catch the first glimpse of both models which are coming with pop up front cameras. The Elephone U2 Pro has a more sophisticated hardware setup, consisting of an FHD+ display, in-display fingerprint sensor and pop-up camera.

On the other hand, the Elephone PX will sport a 6.34-inch HD+ display with an 18:9 aspect ratio. Elephone says both the PX and Elephone U2 will feature the company’s all-new ‘stealth camera’ technology which keeps the selfie cameras safely out of the way when not in use. The U2 Pro seems also destined to feature the same technology.

Read Also: Elephone will be attending the HK Tech Expo with surprises “popping-up”

Apart from these three models, Elephone says it will also showcase several other innovative products at the Hong Kong tech expo. Check out Elephone’s range of cool products from its website.

Vivo Z3’s pricing details revealed ahead of tomorrow’s release

The Vivo Z3 launches tomorrow but we don’t have to wait till then to know how much it will cost. Pricing for the phone has been revealed on the website of China’s Bank of Communications along with some other details.

The website confirms the phone will be powered by a Snapdragon processor, have a 6.3-inch display with a water-drop screen, infrared face unlock, and its proprietary dual turbo technology which boosts system performance and gaming performance.

Vivo Z3 price

Based on the info on the site, the Vivo Z3 will be priced at ¥1598 (~$231) for the 4GB RAM + 64GB version and ¥1898 (~$275) for the 6GB RAM + 64GB variant. Apparently, buyers will also be able to pay in installments – ¥133.17 (~$19) for the 4GB version and ¥158.17 (~$23) for the 6GB version over a 12-month period.

The Vivo Z3 itself also appears on the site. It will have dual rear cameras, a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and come in three color variants – two with a gradient finish and a third variant that is pink.

Vivo Z3 price

 READ MORE: Vivo V1731CA lands on TENAA with HD+ screen

Huawei Mate 20 RS Porsche Design announced as premium edition of Mate 20 Pro

Apart from announcing the Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro, Mate 20X phones, Huawei also announce the Mate 20 Porsche Design premium smartphone. The latter is also being referred to as Huawei Mate 20 RS. In terms of specifications, it is not very different from the Mate 20 Pro.

Huawei Mate 20 RS Porsche Design 1

Huawei Mate 20 RS Porsche Design Specifications and Features

As mentioned above, the Mate 20 Porsche Design borrows most of its specs from the Mate 20 Pro. Hence, the Porsche Design phone is equipped with 6.39-inch AMOLED screen. The notched display supports QHD+ resolution and 19.5:9 aspect ratio.

The Kirin 980 is at the helm of the Mate 20 Porsche Design. It is packed with a 4,200mAh battery that supports 40W SuperCharge fast charging and 15W wireless charging. When it comes to security, the Mate 20 Porsche Design offers both in-display fingerprint scanner and 3D face unlock. The 40-megapixel + 20-megapixel + 8-megapixel triple camera system of Mate 20 Pro is also available on the Porsche Design model.

Huawei Mate 20 RS Porsche Design 3

Here is what sets the Mate 20 RS apart from Mate 20 Pro smartphone. Instead of the glass rear, the Mate 20 RS has a premium leather. There is a vertical strip of glass at the center that runs from the top to the bottom of the back panel of the Mate 20 RS. The glass strip houses the triple camera module and the Porsche Design logo. There is no camera bump on the handset. It can be availed in two color choices of Black and Red.

Huawei Mate 20 RS Porsche Design 2

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Huawei Mate 20 RS Porsche Design Variants, Pricing and Release Date

The Mate 20 RS comes with 8 GB of RAM and its storage variants include 256 GB and 512 GB. The base model is priced at 1,695 euros (~$1,960) and the higher variant costs 2,095 euros (~$2,425). There is no confirmation whether Huawei will be receiving pre-orders for the Mate 20 Porsche Design. However, what’s confirmed is that its shipments will begin on Nov. 16.

Huawei Mate 20 X is a €900 gaming phone with an optional stylus

Huawei launched another Mate 20 phone today. The Mate 20 X is the latest member of the Mate series and it is designed for gamers.

Mate 20 X Specs

The Mate 20 X can be called a mix of the Mate 20 and the Mate 20 Pro as it has a number of features from both phones. Take for example its screen, it is much larger than both phones at 7.2-inches but it has the water-drop notch and 1080 x 2244 resolution of the Mate 20 and it is an OLED panel like the Mate 20 Pro.

Mate 20 X display

The Mate 20 X is powered by the Kirin 980 with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage like the Mate 20 Pro. It also has triple rear cameras and they are the same configuration as the Pro’s (40MP + 20MP + 8MP). Its front-facing camera is a 24MP sensor.

The phone comes with GPU Turbo 2.0, so gaming performance should even be better. To solve heating issues, Huawei says the Mate 20 X uses Huawei Supercool – a cooling technology which consists of a vapor chamber and a graphene film cooling technology. We believe this is the same cooling technology that will surface in the Honor Magic 2 scheduled to launch at the end of the month.

Huawei has a couple of accessories for the Mate 20 X such as a gaming pad that attaches to the left of the device. The gaming pad has a D-pad and an analog stick. Reminds us of the Black Shark gaming phone’s gamepad but the Black Shark’s own is missing a D-pad.

The Mate 20 X also has support for a stylus dubbed the M-Pen. The stylus has up to 4096 levels of pressure and can be used for note-taking right from the locked screen and for creating notes via the Easy Memo app. It has to be purchased separately and can’t be stored in the device like the S-Pen of the Samsung Galaxy Note series. Huawei says the Mate 20 X supports wireless projection to a larger screen.

Huawei M-Pen

The phone packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for SuperCharge, a USB-C port, a 3.5mm audio jack, dual-band GPS, a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, and NFC. It also has an IR sensor, stereo speakers NFC, and an NM memory card slot for up to 256GB of extra space. It runs Android Pie out of the box.

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Nokia X7 (7.1 Plus) vs Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite vs Huawei Mate 20 Lite: Specs Comparison

HMD Global has just announced Nokia X7. It is the successor of Nokia 7 Plus, the handset which had the biggest success since the Finnish brand is back in the smartphones market with Android devices, and it will hit the global market as Nokia 7.1 Plus. Given the importance of this device, we compared it with the new Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite which is slowly expanding in the global market and Huawei Mate 20 Lite. All are perfect mid-range devices for you if you want to save some money, and here you will discover their differences.

Nokia X7 (7.1 Plus) vs Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite vs Huawei Mate 20 Lite

Nokia X7 (7.1 Plus) Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite Huawei Mate 20 Lite
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 154.8 x 75.8 x 8 mm, 178 grams 156.4 x 75.8 x 7.5 mm, 169 grams 158.3 x 75.3 x 7.6 mm, 172 grams
DISPLAY 6.18 inches, 1080 x 2280p (Full HD+), 414 ppi, IPS LCD 6.26 inches, 1080 x 2280p (Full HD+), 403 ppi, 19:9 ratio, IPS LCD  6.3 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 409 ppi, 18:9 ratio, LTPS IPS LCD
PROCESSOR Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, octa-core 2.2 GHz MediaTek Helio 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY  4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB  4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE Android 8.1 Oreo, Android One Android 8.1 Oreo, MIUI  Android 8.1 Oreo, EMUI
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA Dual 12 + 13 MP f/1.9
20 MP f/2.0 front camera
Dual 12 + 5 MP f/1.9 and f/2.0
24 MP front camera
Dual 20 + 2 MP f/1.8
24 + 2 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY 3500 mAh, Fast Chargin with Quick Charge 3.0 3350 mAh, Fast Charging with Quick Charge 3.0  3750 mAh, Fast Charging with 9V / 2A 18W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Hybrid Dual SIM slot Dual SIM slot  Hybrid Dual SIM slot

Design

The device I like more for its look is definitely the Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite. It comes with a flagship-like design composed of a glass back with an (optional) gradient finish, and it has the highest screen-to-body ratio. It is definitely more attractive than Nokia X7 and Huawei Mate 20 Lite, even though Nokia X7 is a more compact phone due to its smaller display.

 

Display

Most of the midrange phones have an IPS display with a Full HD resolution and it is the same when it comes to these three handsets. But Nokia X7 has something more: the HDR technology. It is able to enrich the colors as well as converting content from SDR to HDR in real time. This display is the one with the best viewing quality but it is slightly smaller compared to Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite and Huawei Mate 20 Lite, and it allows the body of the phone to be smaller as well.

 

Specs & Software

Nokia X7 has the best display and also the best hardware department. It features the most powerful processor by Qualcomm if we do not count the 800 series. We are talking about the Snapdragon 710, an octa-core running at frequencies up to 2.2 GHz. It is the successor of Snapdragon 660 found on the Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite and it is way more powerful than Kirin 710. You will soon be able to get a Nokia X7 with up to 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

 

Camera

Nokia X7 is the winner even in the camera comparison, at least for the paper and for the rear camera setup. It features a bright aperture and Carl Zeiss optics, it supports dual pixel autofocus and it even has optical stabilization. We could not expect more from a midrange-class camera. When it comes to the front camera, the winner is instead the Huawei Mate 20 Lite with its dual setup which should detect depth info in a better way. However, we will have to test Nokia X7 personally to confirm these assumptions.

 

Battery

With a capacity of 3750 mAh, Huawei Mate 20 Lite has the bigger battery, so it is supposed to last more than its opponents. But HMD Global is used to optimize the battery of their phones very well, so it might be that Nokia X7 will achieve similar results with its 3500 mAh unit. So, for now, we do not have a winner as Nokia X7 is still not on the shelves.

 

Price

Nokia X7 will soon land in China with a price starting from €212, Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite starts from €175 and Huawei Mate 20 Lite costs €300 (in the more powerful 6/64 GB configuration). Given its specs on the paper and its value for money, currently I would pick Nokia X7 and for me, it is the winner of the comparison.

 

Nokia X7 (7.1 Plus) vs Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite vs Huawei Mate 20 Lite: PROs and CONS

Nokia X7 (7.1 Plus)

PROs

  • Better performance
  • Android One
  • Great cameras
  • Nice display

CONS

  • Still not available

Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite

PROs

  • Wonderful design
  • More affordable
  • Good performance
  • Nice cameras

CONS

  • No micro SD

 

Huawei Mate 20 Lite

PROs

  • Big display
  • Nice cameras
  • Big battery
  • Original design

CONS

  • Lower-end SoC

Huawei unveils Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro: Kirin 980, triple rear cameras and more

Huawei has announced its latest flagships – the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro. Like previous generation models, the two phones are strikingly different.

Mate 20 Specs

The Mate 20 has a 6.53-inch 2244 x 1080 RGBW DCI-P3 HDR LCD display with a water-drop notch and an 18.7:9 aspect ratio. The display has up to 820 nits of brightness and has a low power consumption. It also has a screen-to-body ratio of 88.08%.

Huawei Mate 20 display

The Mate 20 is powered by the Kirin 980 – the first 7nm SoC in the world. The new chipset brings a bunch of improvements and its dedicated dual NPU brings more than 150% increase in performance over last generation’s. The phone has 4GB or 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

The Mate 20 has triple rear cameras which were co-developed with Leica. One is a 16MP ultra-wide angle 17mm lens, another is a 12MP wide-angle 27mm lens and the third is an 8MP 2x telephoto 52mm lens.

Mate 20 cameras

It has a 4,000mAh battery with 22.5W fast charging, a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, an IP53 rating, and even has a 3.5mm audio jack. It runs Android Pie out of the box.

 

Mate 20 Pro Specs

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a 6.39-inch 2K+ (3120 x 1440) curved OLED display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. Its 86.90% screen-to-body ratio is smaller than the Mate 20’s.

Mate 20 Pro screen

It is powered by the Kirin 980 which is paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. The Mate 20 Pro has a nano-memory card slot like the Mate 20, making them both the first phones to support the new memory card size.

Like the Mate 20, it also has triple rear cameras but in a different configuration- a 40MP f/1.8 wide-angle sensor, a 20MP f/2.2 ultra-wide angle sensor and an 8MP f/2.4 telephoto sensor with OIS. The cameras boast a number of interesting features such as Super HDR, AR features, macro photography and low-light photography.

The front camera is a 24MP sensor and it works with a 3D face unlock system to keep your phone secure. The face unlock system is safe enough for transactions. It also has a 3D model scanning feature which allows it to scan objects which can be used in AR mode.

Mate 20 Pro cameras

The Mate 20 Pro has an in-display fingerprint sensor and Huawei claims it is 30%. faster than that of the previous generation. Huawei has bumped the protection of the Mate 20 Pro to IP68, so you can dunk your phone in water for a limited time and not have to worry.

The Mate 20 Pro has a 4,200mAh battery, a little bump from that of its predecessor. The bigger battery isn’t the only new thing. Huawei wants you to be able to charge your phone in less time, so the Mate 20 Pro supports 40W SuperCharge fast charge technology.

Mate 20 Pro 3D face unlock

With this, owners can charge their phone from empty to 70% in just 30 minutes. Huawei says the fast charging is TUV Rheinland certified as safe. The Mate 20 Pro also supports 15W wireless charging and is the first device to support wireless reverse charging. As Huawei has shown in the image above, you can charge your friend’s iPhone XS Max with your Mate 20 Pro.

 

The Mate 20 Pro will be available in five colors – Classic Black, Twilight, Pink Gold, Midnight Blue, and Emerald Green.

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Pricing

The Mate 20 will sell for €799 for the 4GB RAM version and €849 for the 128GB version. The Mate 20 Pro is priced at €1050. Both phones go on sale today.

 

Huawei Watch GT launched with a 1.39-inch OLED screen and Huawei’s LiteOS

Huawei has finally unveiled its latest smartwatch – the Huawei Watch GT. The wearable device was announced alongside the Huawei Mate 20 series at an event held earlier today in London. The Watch GT isn’t really a successor of the Huawei Watch 2 as expected, but focuses on fitness tracking rather than being a complete watch studded with features like the Apple Watch 4 series. One interesting thing about the smartwatch is that it doesn’t run on WearOS rather, it runs on Huawei’s own LightOS. This is the first watch to feature the LightOS, by the way.HuaweiWatch Gt

Huawei Watch GT comes with a classic design and is made of 316L stainless steel with ceramic bezels. It features a 1.39-inch OLED screen with a resolution of 454x454pixels. The watch is powered by a Cortex-M4 chipset with low power and high power processors. Thus, the device has a very durable battery life. Huawei says the battery can last up to 30 days if you only receive notifications (no heart rate tracking or GPS), 2 weeks if you use heart rate tracking and exercise for 1:30 hour per week and 22 hours of continuous GPS, heart rate sensing and always on screen. It’s rated at 5ATM water resistance.Huawei Watch GT

Embedded under the smartwatch is an optical heart rate sensor on its bottom which uses 6 LEDs. The sensor is backed by Huawei’s Truseen 3.0 technology which promises to be more efficient in reading your heart rate and also learn it over time. The watch also comes with GPS that can be used to track your daily activity and training in conjunction with Huawei’s Health Assistant app. Oher features include a built-in altimeter as well as step and sleep tracking features.Huawei Watch GT

Huawei is yet to release the price of the Watch GT. We’ll keep you updated when that is done.Huawei Watch GT

Lenovo A5 entry-level smartphone launched in India for Rs. 5,999 ($82)

At a launch event in New Delhi, along with the Lenovo K9 mid-range smartphone, the China-based company also launched an entry-level device, dubbed as Lenovo A5. The phone was originally launched in China earlier this year.

The phone comes with a 5.45-inch HD+ display with 18:9 aspect ratio. Just like the Lenovo K9, this one too doesn’t feature a notch on top. Under the hood, the device is powered by MediaTek MT6739 quad-core 64-bit processor, clocked at 1.5GHz.

Lenovo A5

The device comes in two variants — one with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage and another with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. There’s also a dedicated microSD card slot for expanding the phone’s storage capacity up to 256GB.

Coming to the camera department, it features a 13-megapixel rear camera along with f/2.2 aperture and an LED flash, and an 8-megapixel front-facing snapper with f/2.2 aperture. The phone also has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.

Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and GPS. It runs Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box with Lenovo’s custom user interface on top, and is powered by a 4,000mAh battery.

The Lenovo A5 will be available in two color options — Black and Gold. The 2GB RAM model is priced at Rs. 5,999 (approximately $82) while the 3GB RAM model costs Rs. 6,999 (approximately $95).

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The phone will be available for purchase exclusively through Flipkart. At this price point, the Lenovo A5 will compete against the likes of Realme C1 and Xiaomi Redmi 6A, among others.