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Nov 28, 2018

The Mi Mix 3 phablet instantly garnered huge popularity among Xiaomi fans after hitting the store shelves earlier this month.
Taking Mi Mix 3’s skyrocketing demand into consideration, the Chinese smartphone maker is now offering top variants of the phablet at unbeatable prices on GearBest. So without further ado, let’s head straight to the details.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 4G Phablet (6GB RAM+128GB ROM)

As a phablet, the Mi Mix 3 sports a mammoth 6.39-inch FHD+ display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. Housed in a 7000 series aluminum frame, the phablet features Corning Gorilla Glass on top for added protection.

You can buy the Mi Mix 3 model that ship with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage for a dropped price of only $569.99 on GearBest. This is a noteworthy 22% drop in this variant’s original selling price of $733.10.

In order to grab this discount, which will be valid for the black color version, all you need to do is to follow this link. With just 42 pieces remaining, the promo is slated to end in 5 days.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 4G Phablet (8GB RAM+256GB ROM)

This slightly larger model comes with 8GB of RAM and offers a hearty 256GB of onboard storage for you to save your favorite content. While this model would normally set you back a pretty penny, you can now buy it for just $886.49 on GearBest.

This is a significant 21% discount on the phablet’s steep retail price. An absolute bargain at this price, the Mi Mix 3 packs a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor along with a highly competent Adreno 630 GPU, under the hood. It runs MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 Pie OS and is backed by a built-in 3200mAh battery.
Regrettably, this feature-laden model of the Mi Mix 3 will be up for grabs carrying the discounted price tag only for 5 days. Moreover, there were just 47 pieces left of this promo at the time of writing.

You can visit this link to get the discount, which is limited only to the black color version of the coveted phablet.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 4G Phablet (8GB RAM+128GB ROM)

Alternatively, you can go for the popular 8GB RAM, 128GB ROM variant of the Mi Mix 3 phablet, which is now available for just $629.99 on GearBest. This is a significant 22% drop in the model’s original asking price of $805.56.

On the photography front, the Mi Mix 3 phablet houses a 24.0MP+2.0MP dual-camera setup on the back and a 12.0MP front snapper for selfies and video chatting. Moreover, there’s a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor included to ensure your data is safe from unwanted access.

Aside from that, the Mi Mix 3 features a slew of useful sensors like the accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass.

You can visit this link if you’re interested in getting your hands on this dual-SIM phablet before the promotion sale comes to an end. This discount is only valid for the black color version of the phablet.

Honor 8X is now available in Red color variant in India for Rs. 14,999 ($212)

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Jeet

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Nov 28, 2018

Last month, Huawei’s sub-brand Honor had launched its Honor 8X smartphone in the Indian market in two color options — Black and Blue, for a price of Rs. 14,999 which roughly converts to $212. Now, the Chinese company has launched yet another color variant for the Honor 8X — Red.

Apart from the change in color, everything else remains the same. The Honor 8X Red edition will be available for purchase in India exclusively through Amazon from today, for a price of Rs. 14,999 (~$212).

The phone comes with a back panel that’s made from 15 layers what the company calls a “2.5D double texture aurora glass body with a grating effect.” The Honor 8X features a big 6.5-inch Full HD+ notched display with an impressive 91 percent screen-to-body ratio.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the company’s own Kirin 710 octa-core processor manufactured using the 12nm process. It comes in two variants based on memory configuration — 4GB of RAM with 64GB of internal storage and 6GB of RAM with either 64GB or 128GB of internal storage. There’s also a microSD card slot that enables you to further expand the phone’s storage capacity.

In the camera department, it features a 20-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor on the back, along with an LED flash and support for AI-based scene recognition that can identify up to 500 different scenes. On the front side, the device features a 16-megapixel snapper for taking selfies. It comes with 4-in-1 pixel binding to improve overall pixel size and has support for AI beautify features.

The phone also features a back-mounted fingerprint sensor for added security. Connectivity options on the device include Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz), Bluetooth 5, and GPS + GLONASS. It runs Android 8.1 Oreo operating system with the company’s custom EMUI 8.2 interface on top and is powered by a 3,750mAh battery.

Xiaomi partners with IKEA, reports its achievements at AIOT Developer Conference

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Simranpal Singh

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Nov 28, 2018

Xiaomi is finding doors to new markets; they are investing heavily in the AI(Artifical Intelligence) and IoT (Internet of Things). They have built dedicated teams for the development of these new technologies. Recently, we have got news that they are building up new headquarters in Wuhan to do development and research on AI. Today, speaking at AIOT Developer Conference, Lei Jun has emphasized on the latest technologies.

Speaking to folks over at the Conference, Lei Jun explained the importance of AI and IoT along with their impact on the future. Further, he explained the strategic layout of the two core business of Xiaomi AI and IoT at the conference.

Xiaomi IKEA Partnership

As leaked, Xiaomi has partnered with IKEA, a furniture giant in the US. IKEA has partnered with Xiaomi to make smart homes, furniture, etc. Right Now, IKEA intelligent home lightning products are getting Xiaomi IoT platform in December. Currently, the details regarding the new cooperation have not yet surfaced, but we expect some details to surface before the day ends. Xiaomi has already invested in 220 companies via different crowdfunding platform out of them 100 are purely smart hardware-centric companies. Undoubtedly, this proves that Xiaomi is eager to invest in the AI and IoT technologies via different means.

Xiaomi Stats

Xiaomi also ushered some showers on its achievements like reaching 34 million Xiaomi AI active users mark. The Chinese smartphone company has also sold more than 132 million devices incorporated with IoT technology in the third quarter, 2018. Due to the positive environment regarding new technologies and a good number of sales, many corporate houses have partnered with Xiaomi in the past. In the last quarter, Xiaomi raked 10.805 trillion yuan which is 89% percent increased compared to the previous year. It has led the company to gain 29 billion Yuan in the whole year until now.

Read More: Xiaomi Mi Max 3 starts receiving Android 9.0 Pie based MIUI 10 v8.1.1.26 beta update

Xiaomi has stood as the largest IoT platform in the world with sales of over 1.7% consumer goods. It is significantly double than to that of Apple’s 0.9%, Google’s 0.6% and Amazon’s 0.9%.

Well, it seems Xiaomi is on right track, they are investing rightly in the new technologies which are leading them to new partnerships with other business giants.

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Here’s Your Chance To Win Free Gifts And Grab Big Discounts On GeekBuying [Coupon]

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Nov 28, 2018

Known for offering the best bang for your buck, Banggood is now doling out Christmas presents for everyone!

If you end up spending more than $60 on any order placed on Banggood, you’d be eligible to receive free gifts by applying coupon code BGXmasGift at the time of checking out. It is imperative for buyers to bear in mind that the aforesaid coupon can only be used once.

Moreover, the coupon can only be used for select items that do not include smartphones, tablet PCs, feature phones, 3D printers, TV boxes, smart home appliances, cycling, and other promo tag items. The coupon is slated to expire at 24:00 (UTC+8) on December 10th and eligible buyers will receive their gift before December 16th. More details will be sent via email.

If you’re looking for Christmas gifts that not only stand out from the crowd but are also budget-friendly, you might want to check out the ‘My Gift List’ section which is crammed with items that you can buy at considerably lowered prices. For instance, you can buy the Eachine E58 RC Drone Quadcopter RTF for only $58.99, while it normally sells for $69.99.
Aside from grabbing this 22% discount, you can buy a waterproof EVA hard storage bag carrying case for the Eachine E58 RC Drone at a lowered price of $11.99. This is a 14% reduction in the item’s retail price of $13.99.

The next category dubbed ‘Top 7 Gift Ideas’ features perfect Christmas gifts that you can buy without emptying your pocket. The section features the recently launched Xiaomi Pocophone F1, the Chuwi Hi9 Air, the Mecool M85 Pro TV box and several other items that have gone up for sale carrying unbeatable prices.

You can avail up to 40% off on a slew of well-received electronic items like smartwatches, RC drone, e-bike, smartphone etc. in the following section called ‘Flash Deals List.’ Note that the products featured in the aforesaid category will be up for grabs at lowered prices only for a limited period of time.

Likewise, you can avail up to 50% off on bulk purchase of items covered in the ‘Xmas Decor List’ section. The ‘Gift Guide’ segment has further been divided into multiple sub-categories including RC Drone, Electronics, Smart Device etc.

You can click here to visit the promotion page and take full advantage of the promo before it wraps up!

Nokia 7.1 4GB RAM variant hitting store shelves in Europe soon

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Nov 28, 2018

At the early part of October, HMD Global expanded its smartphone catalogue with the addition of the Nokia 7.1. The model was yet another Snapdragon 636-powered model and it came in 3GB+32GB and 4GB+64GB memory options. Well, that is on paper and n some region but apparently, HMD only made the lower 3GB+32GB version available in Europe. The news making the rounds is that the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage variant will be available to buyers in Europe from this Friday.

Nokia 7.1 adopts a design that isn’t very much different from that of the Nokia 6.1 Plus (X6). It has a notch on top of the display but at the rear, there is a dual camera setup instead of a single sensor. The device features a 5.84-inch Full HD+ “PureDisplay” with a 19:9 screen aspect ratio. The Nokia 7.1 runs on Android 8.1 Oreo under Google’s Android One program and comes with a promise for monthly security updates for three years after its launch.

On the camera end, the Nokia 7.1 packs a 12MP+5MP dual camera setup at the rear with Zeiss optics. The camera comes with features like True Life HDR, Bokeh mode, Pro Camera mode, Livestream functionality, and Bothie. On the front side, it comes equipped with an AI-backed 8MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling. The Nokia 7.1 gets its juice from a 3060mAh battery with fast-charging that fills about 45% of the empty battery in 30 minutes. Other features include a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor as well as connectivity options such as Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5, GPS + GLONASS and NFC. It is available in Gloss Midnight Blue and Gloss Steel with a copper accent.

For the price, the 4GB/64GB version, which is now up for pre-order in the Czech Republic, comes with a price tag of CZK8,499 or about €330. This price is notably cheaper than the launch RRP of €349.

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Nokia 7.1 and Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite get updated to Android Pie

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Nov 28, 2018

HMD Global’s Nokia 7.1 and Xiaomi‘s Mi A2 Lite are the latest phones to receive the Android Pie update. While HMD Global specifically announced that the update has begun rolling out to the Nokia 7.1 globally, Xiaomi didn’t make an announcement and the update seems to be rolling out to just a select few at the moment.

New day, and a new serving of Pie coming right up. Nokia 7.1 now on Android 9. 😋🥧 pic.twitter.com/ZPupm6TAmR

— Juho Sarvikas (@sarvikas) November 27, 2018

For the Nokia 7.1, the update is 1.3GB in size and it brings a new system navigation, adaptive brightness, adaptive battery, and November’s security patch.

The update for the Mi A2 Lite is about 1002MB and also brings the same features the Nokia 7.1 is getting in addition to FM radio. According to XDA Developers who first reported the Mi A2 Lite was already getting the update, one user who lives in Poland already received the update.

Get Big Discounts On Popular Color Versions Of Huawei Mate 20 Pro Smartphone On GeekBuying [Coupons Inside]

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Nov 28, 2018

If you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hands on Huawei’s recently launched Mate 20 Pro smartphone without breaking the bank, we got good news for you.
Huawei has teamed up with GeekBuying in a bid to make its well-received Mate 20 Pro smartphone available to those living on a tight budget. Different color versions of the phone have gone up for sale bearing unbeatable prices on GeekBuying.

In addition to taking advantage of the aforesaid discounts, we’ll show how you can save a considerable amount of extra money during the checkout process. So without further ado, let’s head straight to the details.

Huawei Mate 20 Pro (Aurora)

This model of the Mate 20 Pro smartphone ships with 6GB of RAM and offers a hearty 128GB of internal storage for you to save your favorite content. While you’d normally end up spending a lot of money on a top branded smartphone that offers comparable specs, this variant will set you back $1078.99 on GeekBuying.
This is a 15% reduction in the variant’s original asking price of $1267.99. On top of that, you can use coupon code QYRGZNYY to save $60 more before checking out. In other words, you can bring your already lowered grand total further down to just $1018.99 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon.

In order to ensure you avail this discount, which will be valid for the aurora color version, all you need to do is to follow this link without wasting time.

Huawei Mate 20 Pro (Sapphire Blue)

Alternatively, you can go for the sapphire blue color variant of the Mate 20 Pro smartphone that comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage if you’re willing to shell out $1069.99 on GeekBuying. This is a 14% drop in this version’s original selling price of $1245.99.

An absolute bargain at this price, this sapphire blue-tinted Mate 20 Pro sports a big 6.39-inch 2K display with a screen resolution of 3120 x 1440 pixels and a pixel density of 538 PPI. Moreover, it packs a powerful Hisilicon Kirin 980 processor with an equally competent Mali G76 720MHz GPU, under the hood.
You can follow this link if you’re interested in and checking out the full specification and taking advantage of this discount before it comes to end.

Huawei Mate 20 Pro (Bright Black)

There’s a 17% off on the bright black-tinted Mate 20 Pro smartphone that has 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage capacity. This version of the smartphone would normally set you back $1281.99 on both online as well as offline stores, but you can now buy it for only $1065.99 on GeekBuying.

In addition to getting this discount, you can apply coupon code PDMGKGQV to save an extra $66 at the time of checking out. The coupon helps you reduce your cart value to just $999.99 without breaking much of a sweat.
On the downside, the promo will only be valid for a limited period of time. You can follow this link and avail the discount before the promo wraps up!

Huawei Mate 20 Pro (Black)

Much to the delight of those who’d prefer going for the black color version of the Mate 20 Pro smartphone, Huawei is doling out a noteworthy 13% off on the phone’s black-hued model that usually sells for $1234.99. Thanks to the above-mentioned discount, you can now buy it for $1079.99.
Moreover, you can use coupon code IEOVSLCC and get an extra $60 off before you click the ‘Place Your Order’ button. The coupon helps you reduce your grand total to just $1019.99. Note that the black color version comes with a Tronsmart R1 Mobile Phone Stand Holder.

You can head straight to this link to grab the discount which will only be valid for a limited period of time. Aside from that, the coupon is also likely to expire soon.

Samsung Galaxy M10 appears on Geekbench, has an Exynos 7870 chipset

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Nov 28, 2018

Of Samsung‘s upcoming Galaxy M series, the Galaxy M20 has been the one in the news a lot lately. Now a less-powerful model called the Galaxy M10 has been spotted in Geekbench.

The Galaxy M10 appears on the benchmark site as the “samsung SM-M105F”. It runs Android 8.1 Oreo, has 3GB of RAM and is powered by an Exynos 7870 processor.

The Exynos 7870 is used in a lot of entry-level and mid-range Samsung phones including the Galaxy A6 (2018) and the Galaxy J6. The benchmark results revealed the Galaxy M10 scored 724 points in the single-core test and 3,637 points in the multi-core test.

Buy Alfawise EKEN H6S Action Camera For Just $89.99 On GearBest

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Get 28% Off On Alfawise EKEN H6S Action Camera

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Nov 28, 2018

If you’re in the market for a mini camera that can capture awe-inspiring images and videos without setting you back a pretty penny, the Alfawise EKEN H6S 2 inch 4K HD WiFi Action Camera might just fill the bill.
The mini, yet stylish EKEN H6S is a portable action camera that can be used to shoot professional videos even by someone who is new to action cameras. Aside from that, the device boasts an impressive array of other features that help you capture impeccable videos and images.

Before we shed more light on the exceptional features that make the Alfawise EKEN H6S an irresistible action camera, it might interest you to know that the feature-laden action camera from Alfawise has now gone up for sale carrying a heavily discounted price tag of $89.99 on GearBest.

This is a noteworthy 28% reduction in the device’s original selling price of $125.75. On top of that, buyers can use a coupon to save an extra $3 when their grand total exceeds $50. As part of the other promo, those spending more than $30 will be eligible to receive one add-on item for just $3, while those who spend $20 will receive an add-on item for $1.

An absolute bargain at this price, the Alfawise EKEN H6S sports a 2-inch display with a screen resolution of 320×240 pixels for better clarity. The action camera is 30m waterproof as it comes with an IP68 certificate. You can put the camera in the waterproof case and record memorable moments underwater or in the rain.

You can even use the Alfawise EKEN H6S camera while cycling, motorcycling, swimming, surfing, sailing etc. Moreover, the action camera can be controlled wirelessly. In other words, you can access its settings and controls, playback and even download files via Wi-Fi using the “EZ iCam” APP. Alternatively, you can connect the action camera to your TV for playback via HDMI port.

If the Alfawise EKEN H6S has stirred your interest, all you need to do is to follow this link to buy it at an unbeatable price on GearBest. With only 35 pieces remaining, this promo was on the verge of wrapping up at the time of writing.

UMIDIGI F1 key specs leaked: Helio P60, waterdrop notch, 5150 mAh battery & 128GB ROM

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Nov 27, 2018

Chinese phone manufacturer UMIDIGI is gradually carving out a name for itself in the mid-range and budget phone segments. The company recently launched the UMIDIGI One Pro and revealed some details of the expected UMIDIGI One Max. Some details of a new model that is in the works have been spotted in a poster which made the rounds recently. From the leaked poster, we can see that the device will adopt the moniker UMIDIGI F1 which bears semblance with Xiaomi’s affordable flagship killer- Poco F1.

The poster also contains not just the render of the device but also some key specifications. The render shows the presence of a waterdrop notch design on top of the full-screen display panel. This is similar to what would be utilised on the UMIDIGI One Max. UMIDIGI F1 is also expected to feature a MediaTek Helio P60 chipset which was used on the OPPO R15, F9 Pro, Vivo Y97 and UMIDIGI’s 2018 flagship UMIDIGI Z2 Pro. The Helio P60 is on the same level as the Snapdragon 660 chipset and so, can handle demanding games like PUBG.

In addition, the device will pack a 6.3-inch FHD+ display alongside a mammoth 128GB of internal storage. Keeping the lights on would be a 5150mAh battery and it’ll sure keep it on for a long time. UMIDIGI also teases the letter P on the poster which suggests that the F1 will be the company’s first model that would feature Google’s latest Android 9.0 Pie OS. This will bring many new features that other models don’t offer. Finally, the poster also teases a super fast and powerful device just like a Formula 1 racing car.

We expect more details of the device to get revealed soon. We’ll keep you abreast with the latest details as they appear.

Sony Xperia XZ4 renders reveals improved design with triple rear cameras

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Nov 27, 2018

Sony had announced the Xperia XZ3 smartphone at the IFA 2018 tech trade show in September. Rumors have it that the Japanese tech firm is working on the Xperia XZ4 smartphone. Teaming up with @OnLeaks, an Indian publication has shared the CAD renders of the upcoming Xperia XZ4.

The Xperia XZ4 renders show that it will be sporting a design that is slightly different from the Xperia XZ3. The smartphone is equipped with a 6.5-inch screen. The display of the phone is not curved like the Xperia XZ3. As it can be seen in the renders, the Xperia XZ4 features a notch-less screen that supports an aspect ratio of 18:9.

Since the Xperia XZ4 is equipped with slightly thick upper and lower bezels, it won’t be delivering high screen-to-body ratio like other flagships. The handset measures 166.9 x 72.4 x 8.2mm. There is a camera bump where the thickness of the device increases to 9mm. In comparison, the Xperia XZ3 that houses a 6-inch display measures 158 x 73 x 9.9 mm.

The renders also reveal that the Xperia XZ4 will be the first Sony phone to feature triple rear cameras. The presence of the triple camera module is a clear indication that it will deliver superior photography experience than its predecessor. The frontside of the XZ4 features a single camera.

The right edge of the phone features a power button that is embedded with a fingerprint reader, a camera shutter and a volume rocker. The bottom edge of the phone is equipped with a USB-C port. The handset lacks a 3.5mm audio jack.

Read More: Sony Xperia XZ Premium, XZ1, and XZ1 Compact are now receiving Android 9 Pie update

As of this writing, there is no information on the other specifications of the Xperia XZ4. Since the company follows the trend of announcing new smartphones at Mobile World Congress (MWC) tech expo, it is very like that the Xperia XZ4 will go official at MWC 2019 in February.

What’s your opinion on the design of the Sony Xperia XZ4? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

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OPPO R17 Pro will be up for pre-order from December 1 in India

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Nov 27, 2018

OPPO India has already confirmed that the flagship OPPO R17 Pro will officially make its entry into India on December 4. The company has now released further details of the R17 Pro’s launch itinerary which includes that the device will be up for preorder from December 1, days before its official launch.

#SeizeTheNight with all-new #OPPOR17Pro. Magical gradient design,
hidden fingerprint unlock, and breathtaking night shots. pic.twitter.com/RwOT57aVpy

— OPPO Mobile India (@oppomobileindia) November 26, 2018

The R17 Pro was first launched in China around July and later made its entry into Europe on October 24 as OPPO RX17 Pro. Apparently, the device will bear the R17 Pro moniker when its sojourn in India commences.

As a reminder, the OPPO R17 Pro houses a 6.4-inch AMOLED screen with a waterdrop notch, 19.5:9 aspect ratio and FHD+ resolution. The large-sized display of the phone offers a screen-to-body ratio of a whopping 91.5%. Its display is shielded by Corning 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. It is worthy to note that the device will be the first Super VOOC smartphone in India. The phone is also the first Oppo smartphone with three cameras on the back, with the third actually being 3D TOF depth sensor that can’t be used on its own. As for the price, the phone was initially introduced for CNY4,299 or $625 in China and in Europe, it is available for €599. The price may likely be slightly lower in India.

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Oppo R17 Pro vs OnePlus 6T vs Vivo X23: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Nov 27, 2018

Oppo R17 Pro, the first triple camera phone from Oppo, is going to hit the Indian market soon. It has many flagship-class features but it is not completely flagship, and this makes its price to be more affordable than the main flagships from the most known brands. Here, we will compare it with the other affordable high-end phones from China released by Oppo’s sister companies Vivo and OnePlus. We are talking about OnePlus 6T and Vivo X23: is the new Oppo R17 Pro (also known as Oppo RX17 Pro in the European market) at their levels in terms of value for money? Here you will find the answer.

Oppo R17 Pro vs OnePlus 6T vs Vivo X23

	Oppo R17 Pro	OnePlus 6T	Vivo X23
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	157.6 x 74.6x 7.9 mm, 183 g	157.5 x 74.8 x 8.2 mm, 185 g	157.7 x 74.1 x 7.5 mm
DISPLAY	6.4 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), AMOLED	6.41 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), Optic AMOLED	6.41 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, octa-core 2.8 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 670, octa-core 2 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB	6 GB RAM, 128 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 8.1 Oreo, Color OS	Android 9 Pie, Oxygen OS	Android 8.1 Oreo, Funtouch OS
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 12 + 20 MP + TOF 3D camera, f/1.5-2.4 and f/2.6 25 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 16 + 20 MP, f/1.7 and f/1.7, OIS 16 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 12 + 13 MP, f/1.8 and f/2.4 12 MP front camera
BATTERY	3700 mAh, fast charging with Super VOOC Flash Charge	3700 mAh, fast charging with Dash Charge	3400 mAh, fast charging 22.5W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot

Design

With its huge 86.3 percent screen-to-body ratio, the smallest waterdrop notch, and the thinnest body, Vivo X23 is not only the most beautiful device in this trio but also one of the most beautiful phones released in 2018. It rocks a glass back and an aluminum frame and it is also available in gradient color variants. But OnePlus 6T and Oppo R17 Pro are still among the best phones as well when it comes to aesthetics.

Display

The displays of these devices look almost identical, but the one of the OnePlus 6T boasts a better color reproduction thanks to its great DCI-P3 coverage. Further, note that OnePlus 6T and Oppo R17 Pro are protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 6 that is the strongest protection existing for a smartphone’s glass. Vivo X23 lacks the Gorilla Glass 6 protection but it has a higher screen-to-body ratio and, as said above, a less invasive notch.

Hardware/Software

OnePlus 6T is definitely superior to both Oppo R17 Pro and Vivo X23 in terms of hardware and performance because it is equipped with the best chipset in the market: the octa-core Snapdragon 845 by Qualcomm running at a max frequency of 2.8 GHz. Further, it has a very optimized Android fork called Oxygen OS and it comes with Android Pie out of the box. Oppo R17 Pro takes the second place with its Snapdragon 710 and Color OS, while Vivo X23 has a slightly less powerful Snapdragon 670.

Camera

Oppo R17 Pro wins the camera comparison. It has a triple rear camera with variable focal apertures in order to adapt to every light condition, as well as OIS and a 3D stereo camera to capture depth information. Even its front camera is better than the ones of its opponents with a higher 25 MP resolution and an ultrawide lens.

Battery

OnePlus 6T and Oppo R17 Pro both have a 3700 mAh battery, but OnePlus 6T lasts slightly more and it is optimized better, probably thanks to Android Pie. It is able to arrive at the end of the working day with 30-35 percent of remaining charge, while Oppo R17 Pro has just 25 percent. Vivo X23 has a smaller 3400 mAh unit which is more than sufficient but far from achieving OnePlus 6T and Oppo R17 Pro’s results.

Price

Oppo R17 Pro and OnePlus 6T are available globally with starting price tags of €599 and €569, while Vivo X23 is only available in Asia and it costs about €500 there. Due to its smaller battery and its less powerful SoC I wouldn’t actually choose the Vivo X23, but, even though it has not a Snapdragon 845 (SD710 is enough for every scenario), I would personally pick the Oppo R17 Pro because of its better camera department and the micro SD slot.

Read More: OnePlus 6T Pricing In China vs Other Regions

Oppo R17 Pro vs OnePlus 6T vs Vivo X23: PRO and CONS

Oppo R17 Pro

PROS

Amazing camera
Great design
Big battery
micro SD slot

CONS

Expensive

OnePlus 6T

PROS

Big battery
Amazing hardware
Good cameras
Gorilla Glass 6

CONS

No micro SD
Higher price

Vivo X23

PROS

Full borderless design
In-display fingerprint reader
Awesome camera
Affordable price

CONS

Smaller battery
No micro SD

Concept render shows the Nova 4 is a Huawei P20 Pro with a hole in its display

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Nov 27, 2018

Huawei is in the race to release a phone with a hole in its display and rumors say it will beat Samsung to it. Where Samsung’s contender is the Galaxy A8s, Huawei is expected to unveil the Nova 4. A concept render of the phone has surfaced online that shows what the phone might look like when Huawei unveils it next month.

The Nova 4 is shown here looking a lot like the Huawei P20 Pro with its triple rear cameras but ditching the notched display for a hole-in-screen display. However, unlike the P20 Pro, this Nova 4 doesn’t have a front-mounted fingerprint scanner thanks to its slimmer lower bezel. There also isn’t a fingerprint scanner on the rear which means it is most probably under the display.

The Nova 4 has a gradient finish and might as well be one of the nicest we have seen on a phone.

The Vivobook 14 (X420) is ASUS’ latest frameless, lightweight, and compact laptop

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Nov 27, 2018

Taiwanese tech giant ASUS has launched a new laptop dubbed VivoBook 14 (X420). The new laptop comes with a revolutionary design which sees the laptop come in without a frame around the display. The laptop is also very compact and lightweight, yet studded with a fine hardware setup.

The ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420) features a frameless four-sided NanoEdge display with an 87% screen-to-body ratio for immersive viewing. The ultra-thin bezels around the display are just 5.7mm wide on all four sides. The incredibly slim bezel made it possible for the large screen to fit into a smaller chassis. The laptop is also equipped with the innovative ErgoLift hinge that tilts the keyboard to replicate the feel of a desktop keyboard for a more comfortable typing experience. The display panel comes with FHD resolution which includes a wide-view technology and exceptional color reproduction for lifelike visuals even when viewed from extreme positions. The compact sized laptop measures just 322.4 x 210 x 17.7mm and is said to be the lightest and most compact model in the current VivoBook 14 lineup. It weighs just 1.4kg.

On the specs end, the VivoBook 14 is powered by an 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processor can be specified with up to a 512GB SSD. It’s an everyday laptop that’s perfect for productive multitasking, multimedia editing, or casual gaming. In addition, dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi connections provide speeds of up to 867Mbps — 6X-faster than 802.11n — for seamless video-streaming and smoot’h web-surfing. The laptop also features Bluetooth 4.2, an optional fingerprint sensor built into the touchpad, a full-size backlit keyboard that’s perfect for working in dim environments. It has a sturdy one-piece construction and 1.3mm key travel for comfortable typing. Other features include an array of ports including USB Type-C, USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A, USB 2.0, HDMI output, and a microSD card reader for hassle-free compatibility with current peripherals, displays, and projectors. In addition, the laptop comes with a durable battery that is said to be 3X more durable than normal Lithium-ion batteries. The device also comes with fast charging technology which can deliver up to 60% battery power in just 49 minutes.

ASUS is yet to release details of its pricing and availability are yet to be released.

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OnePlus announces partnership with McLaren, will launch OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition on December 11

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Updated Nov 29, 2018

This year, OnePlus‘s tag lines have been related to speed. With the OnePlus 6, it went with “The Speed You Need” and for the new OnePlus 6T the tag line is “Unlock The Speed”.

Now OnePlus is set to take things further with a new partnership with British automotive company, McLaren. And the result of its partnership is the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition, the first of future McLaren-branded OnePlus devices.

OnePlus and @McLarenF1. Forever in pursuit of speed. Experience the #SalutetoSpeed on December 11. https://t.co/inqbUCRYcK pic.twitter.com/Q7HGBqmZtw

— OnePlus (@oneplus) November 27, 2018

McLaren announces a new partnership with leading smartphone maker @OnePlus ➡️ https://t.co/o2DcLa3qqH #NeverSettle pic.twitter.com/vq6EdrbA6T

— McLaren (@McLarenF1) November 27, 2018

OnePlus and McLaren both took to their respective social media accounts to announce their new partnership and also to reveal there would be a co-hosted event on December 11. The URL of the page where OnePlus announces the partnership and the upcoming event contains “mclaren-6T”, so we are pretty sure the event is for the launch of the Oneplus 6T McLaren Edition.

The OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition will have a different color, probably orange just like McLaren’s official color. It should also have the McLaren logo. With respect to specs, OnePlus may decide to add extra RAM and storage and bundle it with McLaren branded accessories.

Leaked Lenovo K5X specs reveal Snapdragon 636 + 6GB RAM combo

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Nov 27, 2018

A new leak has revealed that Lenovo is working on a new mid-range smartphone. According to the source, the phone will launch as the Lenovo K5X, joining the resurrected K5 series.

The Lenovo K5X will be powered by a Snapdragon 636 processor paired with 6GB of RAM. There is no mention of the storage capacity but 64GB or maybe even 128GB might be what users will get.

There are a lot of other specs missing such as the screen size, cameras or even battery capacity. However, the leak does say it will have a 1080 x 2160 resolution and run Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box.

The source says the Lenovo K5X is the Lenovo phone with model number L38041 on TENAA. However, that phone has a 2246 x 1080 resolution which is different from the resolution above. It appears TENAA is wrong though as phones with that resolution have a notch and the added image shows the phone doesn’t have a notch.

The Lenovo L38041 has a 6.18-inch screen, a 1.8GHz processor with 3GB/4GB/6GB of RAM and 32GB/64GB/128GB of storage. On its back is a 16MP + 5MP dual-camera setup while an 8MP sensor is in front for selfies and video call.

It runs Android 8.1 Oreo, has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, and packs a 3930mAh (~4000mAh) battery. TENAA says it will come in black, gray, gold, silver and white. Images provided of the phone also show it doesn’t have a notch.

Sharp Aquos Zero with 2K OLED Display Debuts in Taiwan

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Nov 27, 2018

Japanese Electronics giant, Sharp, recently announced its first OLED display flagship at IFA 2018 labelled as Aquos Zero. The company known for its quality LCD panels showcased the handset that not only has an OLED panel but also has a curved display design and high-end specifications. Now, the brand has held a product launch conference in Taiwan announcing the Aquos Zero there. The company has not yet declared prices as an official release will be in January. However, the handset is believed to cost around NT$20,000 (about RMB 4,500).

The big highlight of the Aquos Zero is, obviously the curved 2k OLED panel. Sharp boasts that this is the lightest OLED flagship around tipping the scales at just 146g. That is achieved by the carbon fiber back in conjunction with the magnesium alloy frames that also make it a sturdy device. The display is 6.2-inches and has a pixel density of 538ppi and a resolution of 2992×1440p owing to the notch. The curved display has support for HDR as well as 100 percent DCI-P3 wide colour gamut.

Under the hood, the Aquos Zero rocks a Snapdragon 845 SoC paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. There’a single 22.6MP rear sensor beneath which lies a fingerprint reader while the front has an 8MP shooter. It runs Android 9.0 Pie which is always good to hear on the back of a 3130mAh battery. It also comes with IP68 water resistance and Dolby Atmos stereo sound.

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MediaTek Helio P80 to feature first on next year’s OPPO R19

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