LG banking on 5G to help it make profits next year

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Oct 6, 2018

After the success of its mid-range Zenfone Max Pro M1, the Taiwan-based Asus seems to be working on its successor. The Asus Zenfone Max M2 and the Zenfone Max Pro M2 have been certified by the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) in Russia.

The certification processor has revealed the name of the upcoming phones as well as their model number. The Zenfone Max M2 carries model number ZB633KL, while the Zenfone Max Pro M2 has model number ZB631KL.

Further, it reveals that both the phone will be running Android Oreo operating system out-of-the-box, which is a bit disappointing given that it’s been a while since Google officially released the Android 9.0 Pie update and a few manufacturers have already started rolling out Android Pie to their devices.

The listing does not reveal anything related to the phone’s specifications. However, unlike the current models, the successor is expected to come with a notched display, probably a bigger one, given that most of the devices launched this year feature a notched display.

We are also expecting an upgraded processor for improved performance and a dual rear camera setup for enhancing the imaging capabilities. As for the battery, we expect the battery capacity to be similar to the 5,000mAh battery — same as the current models.

While the specifications for the Zenfone Max Pro M2 and Max M2 are just a speculation at this point in time, the EEC listing has confirmed the existence of the phones. The listing suggests that the phone are currently in production stage, and we expect to see leaks related to the devices in the coming weeks.

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Xiaomi LEX to launch as Mi Note4 alongside Mi MIX 3 on October 15

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 6, 2018

A few days ago, a poster that revealed Xiaomi will launch the Mi MIX 3 on October 15 was seen on the web. Now, more posters have leaked and they also confirm the same date above for the launch of the Mi MIX 3 and that of a second phone too.

The Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 is the device we’ve been looking forward to ever since it was officially teased by Xiaomi’s own president back in August. However, a second device called the Xiaomi LEX also surfaced online a few days ago.

One of the posters reveals that the second phone launching on October 15 is the Mi Note4. This is the device originally known as the Xiaomi LEX. Apparently, LEX is the codename for the phone. The Mi Note4 is the successor to the Mi Note3 released in September 2017.

Not much is known about the Mi Note4 except for a screenshot that shows it has a dedicated AI assistant button. Nevertheless, it sure should be a worthy upgrade when compared to its predecessor. The poster also has a color gradient background. We believe this might be one of the colors it will be available in.

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Xiaomi opens Mi TV Factory in India to increase supply

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 6, 2018

This year marked Xiaomi‘s entry into the smart TV market in India. According to IDC, the Chinese manufacturer is now India’s No. 1 smart TV brand. In order to cement its new position in the market and also increase supply, Xiaomi has opened a factory where it will manufacture the smart TVs sold in the country.

The new TV factory is a collaboration with Dixon Technologies, an Indian-owned company. The partnership resulted in a 4% increase in the shares of Dixon. The factory which is located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, has a total area of 32 acres and employs over 850 workers.

Xiaomi says the factory has a production capacity target of 100,000 smart TVs per month by Q1 2019. It will begin with the production of the Mi LED TV 4A 32” and the Mi LED TV 4A 43” and add other models next year.

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Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 India sales hit 1 million units in less than 6 months

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Oct 6, 2018

ASUS has announced that it has recorded a milestone in the sales of its premium midrange Zenfone Max Pro M1 in India. The phone which was launched in India in April has now had 1 million units sold. That is an impressive feat for a company that is struggling to get its own share of the smartphone market globally. The phone is sold exclusively on Flipkart.

Apart from having a cool design, ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M1 has as its main selling point, an affordable pricing. The phone comes with a starting price of Rs. 10,999 ($148) in India for the variant with 3GB RAM + 32GB storage variant. On the other hand, the model with 4GB RAM + 64GB storage will cost Rs. 12,999 ($175). ASUS introduced a 6GB RAM and 64GB storage variant in July which sells for Rs. 14,999 ($202) in India. ASUS initially made the device available in Midnight Black and Grey colour options but in August, a Blue variant was added to the mix to further boost sales.

As a reminder, the Zenfone Max Pro M1 comes with a 5.99-inch Full View Full HD+ display with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels and screen aspect ratio of 18:9. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor. For photography, the Zenfone Max Pro M1 features a vertically arranged dual camera setup comprising a 16MP + 5MP combo. While at the front, there’s an 8MP snapper with a Softlight LED, which has been optimized to capture selfie shots with bokeh effect. The phone runs Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box with a touch of ASUS’ ZenUI.

Google Pixel Mini code-named Bonito spotted on GFXBench

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Oct 6, 2018

There are speculations that Google will launch a Pixel Mini alongside the Pixel 3/XL which are expected to launch on October 9. The tech giant had released a teaser on its Instagram page a couple of days back talking about the Pixel Mini. Here’s what Google said; In the post, Google said, “We’ve heard rumors of a mini Pixel. Which begs the question how “mini” is too mini? We have a feeling the next one will be a bit bigger than this. Tune in on 10/9 to see for yourself.”

The statement doesn’t really confirm its existence but fuels earlier speculations about its existence. A device suspected to be the Pixel Mini has been spotted on GFXBench. According to popular tipster, Roland Quandt, someone has been testing a Google phone with the code name “Bonito,” on GFXBench. The phone is reportedly powered by the Snapdragon 710 Mobile Platform. This could be the Pixel Mini as “Bonito” is the name of a small fish that is a relative of the Tuna.

Someone has been testing Google "Bonito" with GFXBench lately. Make of this what you will. And HMD "Phoenix" is coming soon. I think that's Nokia 7.1 Plus, while "Rooster" (aka ROO) is Nokia 7.1. (big bird, small bird, you know…) https://t.co/G95tIm1EN1

— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) October 3, 2018

Related: Google is working on a health and fitness assistant called Google Coach

There is no other detail about the device, so we’ll have to wait until the Made By Google event to find out if the device is actually in the works. The event will start rolling at 11am ET (8am PT, 15:00 GMT) on October 9th. You can watch the Livestream of the event via the Made By Google Instagram page and YouTube channel.

Get Big Discounts On Top-Branded Laptop And Computer Accessories On GeekBuying [Coupons Inside]

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Oct 6, 2018

If you’re in the market for a cost-effective laptop or other computer accessories like mouse and keyboard, we got good news for you. Top brands are currently offering discounts on a slew of computer-related items on GeekBuying.

Aside from divulging more details about these discounts, we’ll show how you can save a considerable amount of more money at the time of checking out.

Teclast F6 Laptop

Powered by an Intel APOLLO LAKE N3450, Quad Core processor, the F6 is quite an irresistible laptop. On the downside, this Teclast-branded laptop doesn’t come cheap.

Much to the delight of cost-conscious buyers, Teclast is now offering the F6 laptop at a dropped price of just $289.99 on GeekBuying. This is a noteworthy 8% reduction in the device’s original asking price.You can use coupon code GKB087T to get an additional $40 off at the time of checking out. In other words, you can bring your already discounted grand total further down to just $269.99 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon.

You can follow this link to check out the full specifications of the F6 laptop and avail the discount. Note that the promotion will only be valid for 1 day and the coupon is slated to expire soon.

Xiaomi MIIIW Wireless Keyboard

There’s a 16% off on Xiaomi’s MIIIW Wireless Bluetooth/2.4G Dual-mode keyboard that normally carries a $99.99 price tag on GeekBuying. As a result, you can now buy this keyboard at a dropped price of just $83.99.

You can extend this 16% discount by applying coupon code GLIQMDUH before checking out. The aforesaid coupon helps you save an extra $10 and lower your grand total to only $73.99 without breaking much of sweat.

An absolute bargain at this price, the MIIIW wireless keyboard adopts 2.4GHz and Bluetooth dual-mode technology, which can be switched between multiple connected devices just be pressing the two icon buttons. It also supports multiple system operations for Windows, Mac os, Android, and iOS.

You can follow this link to check out the rest of the features and avail the discount before the promo ends.

Ajazz I35T Lightweight Office Mouse

The Ajazz I35T usually sells for $29.99, but it is now available at a lowered price of just $23.99 on GeekBuying. This is a significant 20% reduction in the item’s original selling price.

But if that doesn’t impress you much, you can apply coupon code HTZGZNEA to save more money before clicking on the ‘Proceed to Checkout’ button. After applying the above-mentioned coupon, you can avail an extra $4 off and your grand total reduces to only $19.99.
Regrettably, the discount will only be valid for a limited period of time. The coupon is also slated to lapse in a short time so if you’re interested in receiving the discount and using the coupon, just follow this link without wasting time.

Get Yeelight Smart Square LED Ceiling Light At A Pre-Sale Price Of $189.99 On GearBest

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Oct 6, 2018

Deemed as one of the most important aspects of interior design, right lighting not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of a room but also creates a perfect ambiance for a living area. While the market is brimming with all sorts of lighting fixtures that can enliven your room, they don’t come cheap.

If you’re looking for a stylish LED ceiling light to illuminate your house without emptying your pocket, you might want to take a look at the modestly-priced Yeelight Smart Square LED ceiling light. While newfangled LED lights would normally set you back a pretty penny, the Smart Square has gone up for sale bearing a presale price tag of $189 on GearBest.

After becoming a part of Xiaomi ecosystem back in 2014, Yeelight has emerged as an innovative leader in the smart lighting arena. The Smart Square is quite an irresistible LED ceiling light at this price, given that it is not just a lighting appliance, but also a perfect adornment for your home or office.

The light packs a high-performance LED chip, under the hood that helps it save a considerable amount of energy. Moreover, the Yeelight Smart Square LED ceiling light is perfect for various areas including your living room, bedroom, and even kitchen.

The Yeelight Smart Square LED ceiling light makes your home lighting practical, yet offbeat. On top of that, it boasts 120 LEDs for unparalleled lighting effect within 40.60 square meters.

There are no restrictions as far as adjusting lighting modes is concerned, provided your requirement doesn’t exceed 2700 – 6500K. You can head straight to this link if you’re interested in checking out more details about the Smart Square LED ceiling light and buying it at a presale price, which will be valid until October 8th.

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Buy BlitzWolf-Branded Products At Heavily Discounted Price On Banggood [Coupons Inside]

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Oct 6, 2018

BlitzWolf has a reputation for manufacturing a wide range of awe-inspiring products including Power3S Smart Chargers, Ultimate Monopods, MFI Certified Charging Cables and lots more. In a bid to ensure you enjoy your dream of life, the tech company is now offering some of its well-received products at a heavily discounted price on Banggood.

Aside from shedding light on these discounts, we’ll even show how you can save a considerable amount of extra money at the time of checking out. So without wasting more time, let’s delve straight into the details.

BlitzWolf BW-TC14 3A USB Type-C Charging Data Cable

The BW-TC14 not only fast charges your device, but it also enables a secure transfer of your files. While it is stronger and more flexible than standard cables, the BW-TC14 doesn’t come cheap. In fact, this BlitzWolf branded Type-C charging data cable would normally set you back $5.29.

Thankfully, you can now buy it at a dropped price of just $3.09 on Banggood. In addition to taking advantage of this 42% discount, you can use coupon code 25TC14 to get $3.29 off when you buy 4 pieces.

In other words, you pay only for 3 pieces and the get the fourth pieces absolutely free. In order to avail this discount, just follow this link.

BlitzWolf BW-MC13 Micro USB Charging Data Cable

Likewise, you can get a 7% off on the BW-MC13 Micro USB charging data cable that usually sells for $2.89. As a result, you can now buy the BW-MC13 at a lowered price of just $2.69 on Banggood, the popular Chinese online store that warrants the best bang for your buck.

If your minimum order quantity is 4, you can use coupon code 25MC13 to save an extra $2.89 at the time of checking out. You end up paying only for 3 pieces and get one free, thanks to the aforesaid coupon.

You can visit this link if you’re interested in receiving this discount before the promo ends.

BlitzWolf BW-FWC4 5W Fast Wireless Charger Charging Pad+BW-S5 QC3.0 18W USB Charger

The BW-FWC4 and the BW-S5 would usually set you back $27.99, but you can now buy them at a slashed price of just $27.49 on Banggood. As if that weren’t enough, you can apply coupon code 19BWS5 to save an extra $7.50 before checking out.

This coupon helps you bring your already discounted grand total further down to just $19.99. You can visit this link to avail this discount and use the above-mentioned coupon for an extra discount before it expires.

BlitzWolf BW-BS5 Bluetooth Long Extended Tripod Selfie StickIf you’re a selfie addict, a photography enthusiast or a content creator on YouTube, we got good news for you. The BW-BS5 is now available at a reduced price of just $21.99 on Banggood.

This is a noteworthy 27% reduction in the device’s original asking price of $29.99. You can extend this discount further by applying coupon code 19BS5 at the time of checking out.

The coupon deducts $2 more from your grand total, bringing it further down to just $19.99. Sporting a 3 in 1 design, the BW-BS5 lets you take self-portraits in handle mode, record videos and make a live show in tripod mode, making it a must-have accessory for social media influencers, YouTubers and other content creators.

If you’re interested in taking advantage of this discount, you can follow this link before the promotion comes to an end.

BlitzWolf BW-S10 30W USB Type-C PD+QC3.0 Fast USB Charger AU Adapter

The BW-S10 30W PD charger works with iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus,iPhone X and switches fast charging up to 15W (PD for 15V~1A ). It supports PD(Power Delivery), BC1.2, QC2.0 and QC3.0, which is compatible with a wide range of fast charging devices.

The device is currently up for grabs bearing a $15.99 price tag on Banggood. If you’re living on a tight budget, you can apply coupon code 25S10 to save $4 before you click on the ‘Proceed to Checkout’ button.

This reduces your grand total to $11.99. On the downside, the discount coupon is likely to expire soon. You can head straight to this link to use the coupon before it lapses.

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Buy Lenovo Lemei Electric Toothbrush At A Pre-Sale Price Of $49.99 On GearBest

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Buy Lenovo Lemei Intelligent Smart Reminder Sonic Electric Toothbrush

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Oct 6, 2018

While both electric and manual toothbrushes are effective when it comes to removing oral plaque that leads to decay and disease, manual brushing can oftentimes be too hard for your gums. On top of that, the bristles on manual toothbrushes fail to remove all of the plaque and tartar that build up between your teeth.

An electronic toothbrush, on the other hand, keeps your teeth, gums and tongue cleaner and disease-free. If you’ve been thinking about switching to an electric toothbrush, it may interest you to know that the market is brimming with all sorts of electric toothbrushes that you can choose from.

On the downside, a lot of these electric toothbrushes either carry steep price tags or are inefficient when it comes to thorough teeth brushing. Thankfully, you can go for the Lenovo Lemei Intelligent Smart Reminder Sonic electric toothbrush that offers longer, better brushing coupled with a great, clean feeling.

As if that weren’t enough, the Intelligent Smart Reminder Sonic electric toothbrush won’t set you back a pretty penny. In fact, this Lenovo-branded electric toothbrush has now gone up for sale on GearBest bearing a pre-sale price of $49.99.

Despite being modestly-priced, the Lenovo Lemei electric toothbrush boasts an impressive array of features including a 31,000VPM high-frequency sonic vibrating that helps you effectively remove the plaque. The electric toothbrush uses Imported American DuPont nylon bristle material to give users a soft and comfortable experience without inflicting any damage to teeth.

The feature-laden electric toothbrush comes with 5 working modes including Clean, White, Refresh, Sensitive, and Gum Care to meet the varied needs of the user. Furthermore, it has an IPX7 certification that makes its body easily washable.

On a single charge, the Lenovo Lemei electric toothbrush can work for 100 days. Aside from that, it comes with 4 brush heads for replacement and features a one-button design ensuring ease of use.

You can head straight to this link if you’re interested in checking out more details about the Lenovo Lemei electric toothbrush. Note that the pre-sale price will only be valid for the white color version of the electric toothbrush until October 8th.

Get Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro Smartphone At Heavily Discounted Price On Banggood [Coupons]

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Get $20 Off On Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro With 3GB RAM And 32GB ROM

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Oct 6, 2018

Looking for a big-screen smartphone that doesn’t cost a bomb? You’ve come to the right place.

Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone comes with a mammoth 6.26-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen display bearing a screen resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels with an aspect ratio of 19:9. Moreover, it packs a powerful Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 with a competent Adreno 509 GPU, under the hood.

just like a lot of other big-screen smartphones available in the market today, the recently launched phone from Xiaomi carries a steep price tag. We’ll show how you can reduce the original asking price of the Redmi Note 6 Pro with 3GB RAM+32GB ROM and 4GB RAM+64GB ROM without breaking much of a sweat.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro Global Version – 3GB RAM+32GB ROM

The Redmi Note 6 Pro is a feature-laden smartphone that doesn’t come cheap. If you are a Xiaomi fan living on a tight budget, we got good news for you. Now, you can reduce the original asking price of the aforesaid version with 3GB of RAM and 32GB ROM (expandable up to 256GB) simply by applying coupon code 10BGN6P3 at the time of checking out.

This coupon helps you save $20 and reduces your grand total to just $179.99 before you proceed to check out. Moreover, you can choose from the black and rose gold color options of the Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone.

In order to ensure you do not miss this chance to get a noteworthy discount on this version of the Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone, all you need to do is follow this link before the coupon lapses.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro Global Version – 4GB RAM+64GB ROM

If you’re interested in buying the slightly larger version of the Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone that comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage, you’d end up spending $239.99 on Banggood. But if you’re not willing to spend that kind of money, all you need to do is to use coupon code 10BGN6P4 before you click on the ‘Proceed to Checkout’ button.

The aforesaid coupon will help you save $24 and bring your grand total down to just $215.99. Note that the discount will specifically be valid for the blue color version of the smartphone for a limited period of time.

You can head straight to this link in order to check out more details about the Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone and use the coupon before it expires.

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Nokia 7.1 vs Huawei Mate 20 Lite vs Honor Play: Specs Comparison

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Oct 5, 2018

After a few months of silence, HMD Global just announced a new smartphone: Nokia 7.1, with midrange specs at a modest price. Among the latest important smartphones launched in the last period in the same price range, there are Huawei Mate 20 Lite and Huawei Honor Play, which are two of the best Chinese choices in the global market if we exclude Xiaomi devices. Here we will compare their specs and potentialities.

Nokia 7.1 vs Huawei Mate 20 Lite vs Honor Play

	Nokia 7.1	Huawei Mate 20 Lite	Huawei Honor Play
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	149.7 x 71.2 x 8 mm, 160 grams	158.3 x 75.3 x 7.6 mm, 172 grams	157.9 x 74.3 x 7.5 mm, 176 grams
DISPLAY	5.84 inches, 1080 x 2280p (Full HD+), 432 ppi, IPS LCD	6.3 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 409 ppi, 19.5:9 ratio, LTPS IPS LCD	6.3 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 409 ppi, 19.5:9 ratio, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, octa-core 1.8 GHz	Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz	Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 970, octa-core 2.4 GHz
MEMORY	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM , 64 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE	Android 8.1 Oreo, Android One	Android 8.1 Oreo, EMUI	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 4.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA	Dual 12 + 5 MP f/1.8 and f/2.4 8 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 20 + 2 MP f/1.8 Dual 24 + 2 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 16 + 2 MP f/2.2 and f/2.4 16 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	3060 mAh, Fast Charging 9V / 2A 18W	3750 mAh, Fast Charging 9V / 2A 18W	3750 mAh, Fast Charging 18W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot

Design

I like Nokia 7.1 because besides being original, it is a very compact phone and it fits very well in a pocket. It comes with a glass back, a notch and the Gorilla Glass 3 protection and it is the most interesting when it comes to aesthetics and build quality. I put Huawei Mate 20 Lite at the second place, but it is still a very original device with elegant looks, while Honor Play is just a classic metal unibody handset.

Display

Nokia 7.1 has definitely the most interesting display as it supports the HDR10 technology for richer colors. However, note that this is also the smallest panel of the trio as the other two devices have a wide 6.3-inch screen which could be more comfortable for advanced users.

Specs & Software

Honor Play is the best smartphone in terms of hardware as it can offer flagship-level performance. Indeed, it has the Kirin 970 chipset that is the same you can find on the Huawei P20 Pro and Mate 10 Pro. It is also the first phone with the GPU Turbo technology which enhances graphics performance by up to 60 percent while reducing energy consumption by up to 30 percent. Nokia 7.1 and Huawei Mate 20 Lite are more or less at the same level, with their midrange SoCs. Nokia 7.1 has Android One installed (with faster and constant updates), while Huawei phones come with the highly customized EMUI.

Camera

The best camera sensors are on board of the Huawei Mate 20 Lite: it features a total of four cameras, two on the front and two on the back, and both setups come with high resolutions. Both the rear and the front camera setups have a wide angle sensor to increase the field of view and they capture stunning details.

Battery

Huawei Mate 20 Lite and Honor Play have a 3750 mAh battery, almost 700 mAh bigger than the lithium unit of the Nokia 7.1. So, they will probably last much more than its opponent. On the other hand, Nokia 7.1 is able to charge faster due to its smaller battery. And even though it has just 3060 mAh unit, it should be optimized nicely with Android One and it should provide a good battery life due to the very efficient SoC.

Price

With the actual price, Nokia 7.1 does not convince me so much like other HMD Global’s devices and I believe there is something better, such as Honor Play, in this price range. You should choose it if you want the best performance, while if you care more about the cameras, then go for the Huawei Mate 20 Lite. Nokia 7.1 starts from €319 (which roughly translates into $367), Huawei Mate 20 Lite can be purchased for less than €400 or $460 (even €350 thanks to street prices) and Honor Play currently costs about €320 or $360. Before being the winner of this comparison, the Honor Play is also the most convenient device you can get in this trio. If you want to know another device with a similar level of performance, check the Xiaomi Pocophone F1.

Read More: HMD Global launches Nokia 7.1 with 5.84-inch PureDisplay, SD636 SoC, and dual rear cameras

Nokia 7.1 vs Huawei Mate 20 Lite vs Honor Play: PROs and CONS

Nokia 7.1

PROs

More compact
Better display
Good design
Android One

CONS

Smaller battery

Huawei Mate 20 Lite

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Great design
Wide display
Great cameras
Big battery

CONS

Pricey

Huawei Honor Play

PROs

Better performance
Big battery
Affordable price

CONS

Anonymous design

Some Xiaomi Mi A2 users report massive battery drain, fingerprint sensor bug fingered

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Oct 5, 2018

Xiaomi launched the Mi A2 a couple of months back with the device coming as a successor to last year’s Mi A1. Both models fall under Google’s Android One programme and that has made them quite attractive to Mi fans outside China. That is because not only are the devices running pure Android OS, they offer consistent user experience. However, for some users of the Xiaomi Mi A2, the experience has not been so friendly. There are reports of massive battery drain which is apparently caused by a bug.

The battery drain occurs because all the CPU cores run consistently pegged at max speeds, but what causes it isn’t known exactly. However, there is a consensus among most of those affected that the battery drain could be as a result of some bug that affects the fingerprint sensor. This may not be the cause as some users still report the problem persists despite removing all the stored fingerprints.

Some users have detected a quick fix and that is by rebooting the device every hour or two. This sure isn’t a permanent fix as the problem still surfaces after a couple of hours. Other suggested fixes like deleting Google Play Services and factory reset have also been unsuccessful in fixing the issue. Unfortunately, a fix might not be coming from Xiaomi anytime soon, though. The Mi developer team is yet to acknowledge this as a bug. That is perhaps because the issue doesn’t affect all Mi A2 users, including those who have multiple fingerprints stored on the device.

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OnePlus 6T leaked protective cases reaffirm its design

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Oct 5, 2018

The momentum around the OnePlus 6T is building even though OnePlus is yet to disclose officially the launch date for the device. The design of the flagship has appeared in several leaks including those of the OP6T protective cases. The renders of a new set of cases has once again appeared. The cases were leaked by Mobile Fun who listed the variety of Olixar-branded OnePlus 6 cases on its website.

The cases doesn’t really add anything new to what we know about the device but they remind us of the beauty the OP6T would be. The renders also reiterate all what we’ve scooped from previous leaks and rumors. One of such is the water drop notch and the absence of a rear fingerprint sensor. Of course, it is already confirmed that the OnePlus 6T will come with a in-display fingerprint sensor.

The OnePlus 6T will also feature a dual camera setup at the rear just like its predecessor. Unfortunately, there won’t be a 3.5mm audio jack onboard the device. The flagship is also expected to pack a Snapdragon 845 chipset and have up to 8GB of RAM on its topmost variant.

Lenovo schedules a launch event in India on October 16

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Oct 5, 2018

Chinese smartphone manufacturer Lenovo has scheduled a phone launch event in India on 16th October where the company is expected to launch the Lenovo K8 and K8 Plus. Both the smartphones were launched in September last year.

Lenovo’s press invite shows a smartphone with a metal frame and rounded corners but there’s no information about the phone’s features and specifications.

The company is calling its K-series Note smartphones as “Killer Note”. The upcoming phone could be the successor of the Lenovo K8 Note launched in India in August last year. There’s also a possibility that the phone could be the rebranded version of Lenovo Z5 or a completely new phone.

The Lenovo K8 Plus comes with a 5.2-inch Full HD IPS display that supports 178-degree viewing angles and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio P25 chipset with 3GB of RAM.

It comes with a 13-megapixel Purecell Plus primary sensor and a 5-megapixel depth sensor. The dual camera sensors can be used to shoot photos with bokeh effect. On the front side, it is fitted with an 8-megapixel 84-degree wide-angle camera lens with Pro mode and Beautify mode. Running on Android, the phone is powered by a 4,000mAh battery.

On the other hand, the Lenovo Z5, which was launched earlier this year, features a 6.2-inch Full HD+ 19:9 display and is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 636 processor coupled with 6GB of RAM.

As for the photography, there’s a 16-megapixel primary sensor and an 8-megapixel secondary camera on the back side, and an 8-megapixel front-facing snapper with beauty mode. Running on Android OS-based ZUI 4.0, the phone is backed by a 3,300mAh battery with 18W fast charge support.

To know for sure what’s up the company’s sleeve for the October 16th launch event, we’ll have to wait for a couple of weeks, until the company officially launches the new phone in India.

US judge extends ZTE’s monitors term for violating probabtion

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Oct 5, 2018

All is not yet Uhuru for Chinese telecoms giant ZTE despite the lifting of the ban on the use of US-made technology. A US court has granted the court-appointed monitors an extended stay that will see then staying for two more years, that is, till 2022. After the ban was lifted, ZTE agreed to allow court-appointed monitors to keep track of the company’s affairs.

ZTE Axon 9 Pro — The Axon 9 Pro is the first model after the lifting of the US ban

The monitor had a term of 2years but that has been extended by two more years due to ZTE’s failure to comply with the directive that it sacked the director’s involved in the illegal shipping of US tech to Iran. This may seem to be an added sanction because ZTE was earlier slammed with an outright ban from using US tech which was lifted only recently. The company also paid huge fines and agreed to split its phone and networking equipment business as part of the settlement. The company will also sell its handsets under a different name in the US.

Do note that there is a second monitor at ZTE appointed by the US Commerce Department. The group will be on duty at the company for 10 years and has deeper access into ZTE’s operations. As part of the new ruling, the court-appointed monitor will get the same level of access.

Samsung Galaxy A9s specifications and camera details leaked

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 5, 2018

Samsung has recently announced the Galaxy A7 (2018) smartphone triple camera setup on its rear. Rumors have that the South Korean company is working on a new smartphone with four rear-facing cameras. This smartphone was first rumored to get unveiled as Galaxy A9 Star Pro. A recent report had claimed that it could be called Galaxy A9s. Today, a German website has revealed detailed information on the specifications of the smartphone have surfaced online.

New information confirms that the Galaxy A9s will be fueled by Snapdragon 660 chipset. Samsung is known for selling Snapdragon SoC powered smartphones in certain regions like the U.S. and China. Hence, it appears that the Galaxy A9s could be made available in these markets.

The Snapdragon 660 chipset of the Galaxy A9s is coupled with 6 GB of RAM. It has an inbuilt storage of 128 GB. There is a microSD card slot on the device for additional storage.

The quad camera setup includes a 24-megapixel main sensor with f/1.7 aperture, a 5-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.2 aperture, an 8-megapixel wide-angle lens with f/2.4 aperture and a 10-megapixel sensor with f/2.4 aperture and 2x optical zoom. The device is packed with a 3,720mAh battery with USB-C port.

The Galaxy A9s is expected to house a 6.28-inch AMOLED screen. The Infinity Display design will allow it to support Full HD+ resolution of 2200 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18.5:9. It will be arriving with Android 8.1 Oreo OS preinstalled. The back panel of the Galaxy A9s is equipped with a fingerprint sensor. Shown below is the new render of the smartphone.

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As of this writing, there is no information available on the price tag of the Galaxy A9s. Samsung will be announcing a new smartphone on Oct. 11. Speculations are rife that the company may unleash the Galaxy A9s smartphone on the said date.

Get Up To A Whopping 70% Off On Top-Branded Products On Banggood

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Oct 5, 2018

Staying true to its reputation for offering the best bang for your buck, Banggood is now offering up to 70% off on a wide selection of products.

In a bid to expedite the search process, the recently kicked-off promo has been split into multiple categories. Here’s a brief glimpse of what each category has to offer in terms of discounts.

The ‘New Product Land’ section features the 3D Safety Push Block Woodworking Pusher, Eachine VR D3 FPV Goggles and a slew of other heavily discounted items. In this section, you can also get a 33% off on the Bakeey M20 smartwatch that usually sells for $32.99.

Thanks to the aforesaid discount, you can now get your hands on this feature-laden smartwatch at a dropped price of just $21.99. Likewise, you can save a considerable amount of money on BlitzWolf BW-PL2 38W QC3, Xiaomi MIIIW Automatic Pop Up and other useful products.

The next category is called ‘Hot Zone’ and it comprises some of the hottest items that you can buy without burning a hole in your pocket. For instance, you can get a noteworthy 14% off on the Creality 3D® Ender-3 V-slot Prusa I3 DIY 3D Printer Kit, which usually sells for $219.99.

With the discount, the device can now be yours at a lowered price of just $189.99. Apart from that, you can avail discounts on various other items included in this section.

Banggood is giving buyers an opportunity to save a considerable amount of extra money in addition to availing the discounts in the form of coupon codes in the category dubbed, ‘Cost-Effective.’ Similarly, the items included in the ‘Coupon Deals’ segment are subject to extra discounts that you can get by using specific coupon codes at the time of checking out.

If you’re a brand-conscious buyer, it may interest you to know that Banggood is offering discounts on top brands like Xiaomi, Eachine, and JJRC in the category called ‘Featured Brand.’ If you’re interested in checking out all the products and taking advantage of the discount, all you need to do is to visit the promotion page by clicking here.

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Huawei Mate 20 leaked render shows display with narrow bezels and triple-camera setup on the back

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Oct 5, 2018

Huawei is all set to launch its new Mate 20-series phones — Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro at a launch event scheduled to take place on 16th October. After the leak of renders of Mate 20 Pro, we now have the leaked renders of the Mate 20 as well, showing us the phone in all its glory.

The leaked render shows the front of the phone being dominated by the display with extremely narrow bezels on all four sides. The bottom bezel or the chin is also quite thin compared to other full-screen phones launched this year. The display also features a waterdrop notch on the top.

The phone will feature a 6.43-inch Full=HD+ TFT LCD display with a screen resolution of 2244 x 1080 pixels. It has a waterdrop notch that houses a front-facing camera sensor without laser sensor for advanced facial recognition.

Coming to the back panel, the Huawei Mate 20 comes equipped with triple-camera sensors and an LED flash, all placed inside a square model in the top-center position. Unlike the Mate 20 Pro, which will have an in-display fingerprint sensor, the Mate 20 has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor just below the camera module.

It’s already confirmed that the Huawei Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro will be powered by the company’s own Kirin 980 7nm octa-core processor. The phone will have three options in terms of RAM — 4GB, 6GB, and 8GB. There’ll be different internal storage offerings — 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB, varying based on the region.

The phone is expected to be running Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out of the box with the company’s own EMUI 8.2 custom interface. Under the hood, the device will be powered by a 4,000mAh battery with support for fast charging technology.

The Huawei Mate 20 will be available in three color options — Black, Blue, and Twilight. As for the pricing, the Mate 20 will start at CHF 799, which roughly converts to $806. On the other hand, the Mate 20 Pro will start at CHF 999 (approx. $1,008) for the 128GB storage model.

(Sources – 1, 2)

Samsung dominates premium smartphone segment in India

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