Microsoft may soon begin Andromeda testing; Surface Phone release could be nearing

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Oct 8, 2018

Asus’ Zenfone Max Pro M1 has proved to be one of the bestselling budget smartphone in the Indian market’s sub-Rs. 15,000 (~$203) segment. Recently, the company revealed that it managed to sell over one million units of the phone in just six months.

Amidst rumours regarding the Zenfone Max M2 Pro and Max M2, which recently received EEC certification in Russia, the company has now revealed its plans for the Zenfone Max Pro M1 update. Dinesh Sharma, Director, Mobile Business, Asus India, has confirmed that the phone will get Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) feature through software update.

Further, he has also confirmed that the Zenfone Max Pro M1 will soon receive the latest Android 9.0 Pie update. The company’s flagship smartphone Zenfone 5Z will also receive the Android Pie update. However, Asus has not revealed any specific timeline for the update.

The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 features a 5.99-inch Full View Full HD+ display with 2160 x 1080 pixels screen resolution and 18:9 aspect ratio. The device is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 636 processor and comes in three variants — 3GB RAM with 32GB storage, 4GB RAM with 64GB storage, and 6GB RAM with 64GB internal storage.

It also supports microSD card, enabling users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity. In terms of photography, the ZenFone Max Pro M1 features a vertically arranged dual camera setup equipped with Softlight LED on its rear panel. It comprises a 16-megapixel primary sensor with f/2.0 aperture and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor with f/2.4 aperture for depth sensing.

The features offered by the dual rear cameras include faster autofocus, PDAF, and 4K video shooting. On the front side, there’s an 8-megapixel snapper with a Softlight LED, which has been optimized to capture selfie shots with bokeh effect.

While Asus smartphones usually feature the company’s custom interface ZenUI, the ZenFone Max Pro M1 is the first phone that offers stock Android experience. It runs a pure version of Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box but the device is not a part of Google‘s Android One program.

Connectivity options on the device include Dual 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, GPS, 3.5mm headphone jack, and micro USB 2.0 port. There’s also a rear-mounted fingerprint reader for added security and the phone also supports Face Unlock feature. It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 10W fast charging.

Leaked photo shows the OPPO K1 and its waterdrop notch

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Oct 8, 2018

A photo showing a phone said to be the OPPO K1 has surfaced online. The image shows the front of the phone and gives us a look at its design.

The OPPO K1 in the image is inside a case. This is not your typical case but the type used by manufacturers ahead of a phone’s official release. The phone is pretty big, 6.4-inches according to TENAA. The image also confirms it has a water-drop notch. We already knew this based on its screen resolution (2340 x 1080) which is similar to that of the OPPO F9.

The side bezels are pretty thin and the chin is quite small when compared to what we have seen on some other phones such as the newly launched Nokia 7.1. The display is actually AMOLED and based on the TENAA images of the rear side of the phone, the fingerprint scanner is under the display.

OPPO PBCM10 rear — OPPO K1’s rear according to TENAA

Lenovo S5 Pro stunning camera samples released as launch draws near

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 8, 2018

Lenovo may soon launch its much-anticipated slider phone which would be called S5 Pro. A date has not been revealed for the official launch but Lenovo’s VP Chang Cheng who has been the source of most of the leaked details about the device has shared some more details about the device. This time around it is the camera samples of the device.

The device will come with two cameras at the rear and from the watermark on the samples, the camera will have artificial intelligence. The samples were shot using the super 2X optical zoom feature. We don’t know the configuration of the camera but for photos shot using 2x zoom, the pictures are quite stunning and come out with vivid clarity. The photos are not in anyway blurred and there is no photographic noise. The photos also preserve the details of the scenes captured, even when visibility is poor. From these samples, we can get an idea of how stunning the S5 Pro camera samples would be without any zoom. We should point out that Mr Cheng shared a teaser suggesting a four-camera setup will be on the device but that may just be another hype.

The specifications of the Lenovo S5 Pro is still not known but the device is expected to feature a full-screen, notch-less display with a high screen ratio. It will also utilise a slider design which would see the selfie camera located on the slider. Lenovo is expected to launch the S5 Pro this October.

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Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 screen protector reveals the phone’s extremely narrow bezels

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Oct 8, 2018

Xiaomi is all set to launch its fourth smartphone in the Mi Mix series — the Xiaomi Mi MIX 3. The company’s president had revealed at IFA Berlin that the phone will launch in October. Recently, an image surfaced online suggesting that the Mi MIX 3 will be launched on 15th October.

Now, a popular Chinese brand for the mobile screen protectors, Blue V@Bangkeshi Benks, has posted an image of Mi MIX 3’s screen protector on Weibo which gives us a hint at the upcoming phone’s front panel.

The image shows that the Mi Mix 3 will come with an extremely narrow bezels and high screen-to-body ratio. Unlike other phones with narrow bezels, the bottom bezel is also extremely narrow. Further, there’s no notch on top of the display, which is in-line with the previous report suggesting that the phone will have a slider mechanism.

The sliding portion on the phone will house the front-facing camera, earpiece and other sensors. However, to know for sure what’s there on the slider and how the sliding mechanism works, we’ll have to wait for the company to announce the phone.

Apart from the full-screen display surrounded by narrow bezels, the phone will be powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor, which powers most of the flagship devices launched this year. The phone is also reported to have a dedicated AI assistant button.

Reports indicate that the China-based company has also opted for an in-display fingerprint sensor instead of the traditional one. There could be two variants on the phone — one with 6GB of RAM and another with 8GB of RAM.

The Mi MIX 3 is speculated to comes with a dual camera setup at the rear, comprising of a 20-megapixel main sensor with Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) and Optical Image Stabilisation (EIS). The phone is also likely to come with support for wireless charging.

Pre-Order Bakeey A6 Smart Watch For Just $16.89 On Banggood

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Oct 8, 2018

More and more people are becoming conscious about their health and fitness and as a result, the market is crammed with gadgets like smartwatch bracelets that help you lead a healthy lifestyle.

While a top-branded smartwatch would normally set you back a pretty penny, the Bakeey A6 camera smartwatch has gone up for pre-order at a heavily discounted price on Banggood. The A6 is a steeply-priced smartwatch, but much to the delight of cost-conscious buyers, Bakeey is offering it at a dropped price of just $16.89.

This is a significant 66% reduction in the device’s original asking price of $49.99. An absolute bargain at this reduced price, the A6 boasts an impressive array of features that make it an irresistible smartwatch.

It sports an easily readable, 13-inch ultra color display with 240 x 240 pixels resolution to redefine the big-screen blood pressure smartwatch bracelet. The multi-functional smartwatch comes with blood pressure monitoring, heart rate monitoring, sleep monitoring, sedentary reminder, sports mode, calorie, distance counters and a slew of other awe-inspiring features.

The A6 adopts an intelligent optical sensor for measurement of blood pressure in real-time. Aside from that, the coveted watch can even measure blood oxygen and heart rate without using an App. It can continuously record your movement in real-time as well.

SMS messages and notifications from WeChat and QQ are directly displayed on the screen. Its call vibration feature ensures that you don’t miss even a single call. On top of that, you can wear the A6 with confidence while washing hands or when it is raining since it is IP67 certified.

While the Bakeey A6 offers lots more for the wearer to cheer about, it will be up for pre-order at a discounted price only for a limited period of time. The aforesaid discount will only be valid for 200 pieces, while the next 800 pieces will sell for $16.89 and the remaining 1000 pieces will set you back $29.99.

If you’re interested in taking advantage of the discount, all you need to do is to follow this link before the remaining pieces sell out. Note that you can choose between blue, orange and black color options.

Buy Huawei Honor 8X Max Smartphone For Only $229 On Giztop [Coupon Inside]

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Oct 8, 2018

Huawei launched the new Honor 8X Max smartphone under its well-received Honor brand in September this year. Just like its predecessors, the recently launched Honor-branded smartphone became an instant hit among Huawei fans.

If you’ve restlessly been waiting to buy a big-screen smartphone, the Honor 8X Max will definitely fill the bill as it comes with a mammoth 7.12-inch LCD IPS, FHD display with a screen resolution of 2244×1080pixel and an eye-catching waterdrop notch. It boasts an impressive array of other features that are likely to sweep smartphone lovers off their feet.

The phone packs a powerful .8GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 Octa-core processor along with an A509 430MHz GPU, under the hood. It offers 4GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB of hearty onboard storage options so that you never run out of space for storing your favorite content.
On the photography front, it houses a 2MP(f/2.4)+16MP(f/2.0) dual camera setup on the back and an 8MP(f/2.0) front shooter. The device runs on EMUI 8.2 based Android 8.1 Oreo OS and is backed by a 5000mAh battery, with 9V 2A quick charge.

If the feature-laden Honor 8X Max has stirred your interest and you’re wondering if you can buy it without emptying your pocket, you’ve come to the right place. You can apply coupon code H8XM40 to reduce your grand total to just $229.

In other words, you can save $40 on the coveted smartphone’s steep retail price simply by applying the above-mentioned coupon before proceeding to checkout. To take advantage of this discount, all you need to do is to head straight to this link. Note that the coupon is slated to expire on October 30th.

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Pre-Order Huawei Honor Band 4 Smart Watch Bracelet For Just $34.99 On Banggood

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Get 48% Off On Huawei Honor Band 4 Smart Watch Bracelet

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Oct 8, 2018

Huawei recently unveiled the long-awaited successor of Honor Band 3 dubbed the Honor Band 4 along with the equally-anticipated Honor 8X and Honor 8X Max. Much to the delight of Huawei fans, the recently announced smartwatch bracelet has gone up for pre-order carrying a reduced price on Banggood.

If you’re looking for a smart watch that helps you keep track of your health without emptying your pocket, it may interest you to know that Huawei is giving fitness-conscious buyers an opportunity to pre-order the Honor Band 4 smartwatch at a reduced price of just $34.99. This is a remarkable 48% reduction in the device’s original selling price of $66.99.

An absolute bargain at this dropped price, the Honor Band 4 sports an easily readable 0.95-inch AMOLED color 2.5D curved glass touchscreen display with a screen resolution of 240X120 pixels. Moreover, it features continuous heart rate tracking and is water resistant up to 50m and has Swim stroke recognition.
As far as a sleep monitor is concerned, it has the TruSleep 2.0 that uses cardiopulmonary and CPC (dynamics spectrum) to observe your sleep structure along with REM (deep sleep) to give sleep recommendations. On top of that, it has a multi-sport mode, pedometer, distance, calories, a sedentary reminder and lots more.

The Honor 4 comes in 3 color options including black, blue and pink; however, the presale price will specifically be valid for the black color version of the smartwatch. When the band is connected to your phone via Bluetooth, you can use the ‘find phone’ function in case you misplace your phone.

The device runs on Android 4.4 or above, iOS 9.0 or above and draws its juices from a 100mAh battery that deliver a standby time of about 20 days, and working time of about 14 days. It also allows the wearer to receive or reject calls or messages.

You can follow this link to check out the full specification of the Huawei Honor Band 4 and avail the discount, which will only be valid for a limited period of time.

Google Pixel Slate renders appear to reveal design, detachable keyboard and stylus

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 8, 2018

Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are scheduled to get announced tomorrow. A recent report had revealed that the search engine giant may announce a smaller Pixel smartphone alongside the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. Another new device that is now expected to get unveiled tomorrow is the Google Pixel Slate.

The Google Pixel Slate is rumored to arrive as laptop-tablet hybrid which means it will be equipped with a detachable keyboard. The renders of the rumored tablet have also leaked. There is nothing significant about its design, but the support for detachable keyboard can be seen since it features a pogo-pin connector.

Like the Pixelbook from last year, the Pixel Slate seems to be equipped with 3:2 aspect ratio display. The screen of the device is surrounded by thick bezels. There is no information on the exact size of the screen and resolution of the Pixel Slate. However, it is likely to support at least Full HD resolution. It is also equipped with a front-facing camera and a rear-mounted snapper.

The renders of the Pixel Slate features dual front-facing speakers, a USB-C port and a fingerprint reader. There is no 3.5mm audio jack on the device. The detachable keyboard features a large-sized track pad and round-shaped keys. It features a shortcut key for accessing Google Assistant. The device comes with a capacitive stylus.

Read More: Pixel 3 teaser ad focuses on Active Edge Technology

The Google Pixel Slate sports dark blue color. There is no information available on whether it will be available in other color variants. Previous leaks have revealed that the Pixel Slate will support dual boot with Chrome OS and Windows 10. The device will be featuring 16 GB of RAM and it will be powered by Intel Core i7 processor. The new leak on the Pixel Slate has no information on its pricing.

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Pre-Order L8Star BM30 Mini Card Phone For Only $15.99 On Banggood

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Get 35% Off On L8Star BM30 Mini Card Phone

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Oct 8, 2018

While big-screen smartphones continue to garner huge popularity among smartphone lovers since they are comfortable to use and offer an unparalleled viewing experience, there’s no dearth of people who still prefer a small handset.

If you’re in the market for a cost-effective mini phone that boasts an impressive array of features, you might want to take a look at the L8Star BM30 Bluetooth mini card phone. It may also interest you to know that the supermini phone has gone up for pre-order carrying a heavily discounted price on Banggood.

The L8Star BM30 mini phone would normally set you back a pretty penny, but you can now pre-order it at a promotional price of just $15.99 on Banggood, the Chinese online store that guarantees the best bang for your buck. This is a noteworthy 35% reduction in the device’s original asking price of $24.56.
An absolute bargain at this dropped price, the L8Star BM30 can be used as a Bluetooth headset as well as a standalone phone. Aside from enabling you to receive calls without breaking much of a sweat, the mini phone lets you enjoy your favorite music while working, playing sports or even driving as it doesn’t need you to use your hands.

While regular cellphones release radiation of 2.1w/kg, the L8Star BM30 mini phone reaches a relatively lower radiation of 0.283w/kg. Moreover, it comes with a Magic Voice feature that lets you set different voice for making or receiving calls.

It comes with built-in Bluetooth for Bluetooth dialing.and has a single SIM card with TF card slot. Despite its small form factor, the L8Star BM30 can store up to 500 phone numbers and 100 messages.

If the L8STAR BM30 mini phone has grabbed your attention, you can follow this link to check out the rest of the features and avail the discount. Note that the aforesaid promotional price will only be valid for a limited period of time. You can choose from white, black, blue and red color versions.

Huawei Mate 20 Pro AnTuTu score has breached 310k mark

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 8, 2018

The Huawei Mate 20 series of flagship phones are all set to get unveiled in the coming week. Last year’s Kirin 970 SoC by Huawei that powered the Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro smartphones was able to compete with rival phones driven by Snapdragon 845. Hence, there is a lot of expectations from the 7nm Kirin 980 chipset that will be fueling the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro. Today, the Mate 20 Pro smartphone that has a model number of LYA-L29 has surfaced on AnTuTu benchmarking platform to reveal its performance prowess.

As it can be seen in the below image, the AnTuTu listing shows the performance scores of the 128 GB storage + 6 GB RAM edition of the Mate 20 Pro. In tests for CPU, GPU, UX and Memory, the Mate 20 has respectively scored 115296, 112516, 69456 and 16293. Hence, the handset has managed to achieve a total score of 313561.

Most of the Android phones fueled by Snapdragon 845 have scored around 290k on AnTuTu. The benchmarking scores of Mate 20 suggests that the Kirin 980 will outperform the SD845 chipset.

The recently announced Apple iPhones such iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr are powered by 7nm Apple A12 chipset. The total benchmarking score of the Mate 20 is a bit behind that of the iPhone Xs Max that has recorded a score of 372106. One should be aware of the fact that the AnTuTu score of the Mate 20 could belong to its pre-production unit. Hence, the actual benchmarking score of the final production unit could be different.

The Mate 20 Pro will be sporting a notched display and it will come with some advanced features like 3D facial scanner, in-display fingerprint reader and triple rear cameras. Recent leaks have revealed that the Mate 20 Pro will be coming in variants like 4 GB RAM + 64 GB / 128 GB / 256 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB, 256 GB and 512 GB storage. The 128 GB variant of the phone is expected to be priced around $1,100. However, it is yet to be known whether the pricing belongs 4 GB or 6 GB RAM edition of the phone.

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Buy BlitzWolf BW-FYE1 TWS True Wireless Earphone Stereo Headphones For Just $33.99 On Banggood [Coupon]

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Get 13% Off Blitzwolf BW-FYE1 TWS True Wireless Earphone Stereo Headphones

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Oct 8, 2018

If you’re in the market for cost-effective headphones, you might want to take a look at BlitzWolf’s BW-FYE1 TWS true wireless earphone stereo headphones that have gone up for sale bearing a dropped price on Banggood. But that’s not all.

Aside from divulging more details about the aforesaid discount, we’ll even show how you can save a considerable amount of more money on the BW-FYE1 TWS at the time of checking out. So without further ado, let’s delve straight into the details.

The BW-FYE1 TWS is an irresistible earphone that boasts an impressive array of features. While you’d normally end up spending a fortune on headphones offering comparable specs and traits, the BW-FYE1 TWS can now be yours at a dropped price of just $39.99.

This is a noteworthy 13% reduction in the device’s original asking price of $45.99. You can extend to discount by applying coupon code 15fye1 at the time of checking out.

The aforesaid coupon helps you save an extra $6 and reduces your previously discounted grand total to just $33.99. If you’re interested in taking advantage of the discount and use the coupon before it expires, all you need to do is to follow this link.

An absolute bargain at this dropped price, the BW-FYE1 TWS offers 10M obstacle-free connection giving you freedom from the wired constraint. Moreover, it comes with an independent sound chamber, paired with 10MM titanium film speaker that delivers high-quality voice.

On top of that, the BW-FYE1 TWS can be easily recharged simply by putting them into the battery case. The headphones come with IPX4 certification so that you can even wear them carelessly even in the rain.

Buy Vivo NEX 4G Phablet Global Version For Just $619.99 On GearBest [Coupon Inside]

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Oct 8, 2018

Vivo launched its long-awaited NEX phablet earlier this year. As expected, it became an instant hit among smartphone lovers who fancy using a big-screen mobile device for watching their favorites videos and playing popular games.

On the downside, the steeply-priced Vivo NEX’s popularity was limited to those who didn’t mind spending a lot of money on a phablet, but that’s about to change. In a bid to make the Vivo NEX available to cost-conscious buyers, the Chinese technology company is now offering its well-received phablet at a discounted price on GearBest.

While the NEX 4G phablet would normally set you back a pretty penny on both online as well as offline stores, Vivo is now offering it a dropped price of $639.99 on GearBest. This is a noteworthy 27% reduction in the phablet’s original asking price.

But if you’re on a tight budget and wondering if you can save more money, we got good news for you. Aside from taking advantage of the aforesaid discount, you can apply coupon code GBMPNEX to get an extra $20 off at the time of checking out.

In other words, you can bring your already lowered grand total further down to just $619.99 with the help of the aforesaid coupon before click on the ‘Place Your Order’ button. However, if you’re interested in taking advantage of this discount, you need to follow this link without wasting time since the promo was on the verge of wrapping up at the time of writing.

The Vivo NEX is quite an irresistible phablet at this dropped price, given that it sports a mammoth 6.59 inches Super AMOLED FHD+ display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2316 pixels. The device packs a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, 64-Bit processor along with Adreno 616 GPU, under the hood.

This global version of the Vivo-branded phablet comes with 8GB of RAM and offers a hearty 128GB of onboard storage. On the photography front, it houses a 12.0MP + 5.0MP dual camera setup on the back and an 8.0MP front camera for selfies.

The NEX runs on Android 8.1 Oreo OS and is backed by a built-in 4000mAh Li-ion battery. Furthermore, it is crammed with a slew of useful sensors including e-compass, proximity sensor, screen fingerprint sensor, gyro, g-sensor, and light sensor.

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OnePlus 6T listed on Amazon India for pre-booking, bundles free Type-C earphones

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Oct 8, 2018

OnePlus is all set to launch its next flagship smartphone, OnePlus 6T, later this month. Ahead of the official official launch, the OnePlus 6T’s pre-booking offers on Amazon India has been revealed.

A listing related to the OnePlus 6T on Amazon India suggests that the pre-bookings for the upcoming device will being in India from the date of official announcement and will end on 30th October. This could mean that the company will start shipping the phone from 1st November.

As for the offers, those customers who pre-orders the company’s new flagship smartphone, will receive the OnePlus Type-C earphones free of costs as well as Rs. 500 (approximately $7) Amazon Pay Balance, which can be used to make payments to vendors that accept Amazon Pay as a payment gateway.

OnePlus has already confirmed that the 3.5mm headphone jack will not be present in the OnePlus 6T, so it makes sense for the company to bundle the Type-C earphones, priced at Rs. 1,999 in India, for those who decides to pre-order the phone.

So far, we know that the OnePlus 6T will follow a design language similar to that of Oppo R17 Pro. It is expected to feature a 6.4-inch Optic AMOLED Full HD+ display with 19.5:9 aspect ratio and teardrop notch, with a layer of Gorilla Glass on top for protection from minor scratches.

Under the hood, the phone will be powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor — the same chipset that powers the OnePlus 6. It’ll be coupled with Adreno 630 graphics processor. The phone will come in three variants — 6GB RAM with 64GB storage, 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, and 8GB RAM with 256GB storage.

For photography, expect a dual camera setup consisting of a 16-megapixel primary sensor and a 20-megapixel secondary sensor at the back, and a 16-megapixel snapper on the front, with support for face unlock feature. The phone will be powered by a 3,700mAh battery with support for company’s own fast charging technology.

Since the OnePlus 6 has already received the Android Pie update, we’re expecting that the upcoming OP6T will has Android 9.0 Pie pre-installed with the company’s OxygenOS loaded on top. The company has confirmed the in-display fingerprint sensor on the phone, instead of the traditional rear-mounted one.

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Nokia phone with a “Mega Display” coming soon, might be the Nokia 7.1 Plus

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Oct 7, 2018

Last week, HMD Global launched a new smartphone – the Nokia 7.1. A lot of people were disappointed at the specs since it is practically the Nokia 6.1 Plus with Carl Zeiss cameras lens and Nokia’s “PureDisplay” technology as upgrades. It appears the manufacturer has another phone it plans to launch soon, one that may placate these angry fans and one with a “Mega Display”.

The official Twitter account of Nokia Mobile India posted a tweet about a device coming soon. That tweet seems to have been deleted as we couldn’t find it on their page. Nevertheless, the guys at MySmartPrice have a screenshot of the tweet and also uploaded the video to YouTube.

The tweet includes a six-second video which shows the silhouette of a phone at the end. Only the back of the device is visible but we can make out a dual camera system. The video also includes captions that say “To see the bigger picture” and “A mega display is coming”.

There have been guesses about the device Nokia is teasing. The most common one is that it is the Nokia 7.1 Plus. The Nokia 7.1 Plus was expected to launch alongside the Nokia 7.1 but it didn’t. Seeing as this device is being advertised as sporting a large display, it makes sense that it is the successor to the Nokia 7 Plus.

The Nokia 7 Plus is the phone with the biggest display in HMD Global’s current lineup with its 6.0-inch screen. It won’t be unusual for its successor to have a bigger screen as part of its upgrades.

Nokia 7.1 vs Xiaomi Pocophone F1 vs Huawei Nova 3i: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Oct 7, 2018

Currently, for most of the users, a midrange phone is enough to satisfy every need. But there are several people looking for some specs in midrange smartphones which are only present on flagships. Nokia 7.1, Xiaomi Pocophone F1 and Huawei Nova 3i are three handsets which are able to provide high-end specs at a modest price, and if you are one of these users one of these devices may be the one for you. Given the high amount of difference between them, we published this comparison which should help you clear your ideas about their specs and potentialities.

Nokia 7.1 vs Xiaomi Pocophone F1 vs Huawei Nova 3i

	Nokia 7.1	Xiaomi Pocophone F1	Huawei Nova 3i
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	149.7 x 71.2 x 8 mm, 160 grams	155.5 x 75.3 x 8.8 mm, 180 grams	157.6 x 75.2 x 7.6 mm, 169 grams
DISPLAY	5.84 inches, 1080 x 2280p (Full HD+), 432 ppi, IPS LCD	6.18 inches, 1080 x 2246p (Full HD+), 403 ppi, 18.7:9 ratio, 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	Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, octa-core 2.8 GHz	Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot	6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB, micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM , 64 GB – 4 GB RAM, 128 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 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA	Dual 12 + 5 MP f/1.8 and f/2.4 8 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 12 + 5 MP f/1.9 and f/2.0 20 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 16 + 2 MP f/2.2 Dual 24 + 2 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	3060 mAh, Fast Charging 9V / 2A 18W	4000 mAh, Fast Charging 9V / 2A 18W with Quick Charge 3.0	3340 mAh, Fast Charging 5V / 2A 10W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Hybrid Dual SIM slot

Design

Are you searching for a real flagship-like design with an original and elegant body? Then go for the Huawei Nova 3i. Also known as Huawei P Smart+ in the European market, this device sports a glass back available in gradient colors, and it also has a very high screen-to-body ratio just like the most expensive flagships actually in the market. Nokia 7.1 is a cool device too in terms of aesthetics, and besides its beautiful glass back it has very compact dimensions thanks to its smaller display.

Display

Nokia 7.1 has the smallest display, but also the one with the best viewing quality, and it wins the display comparison. Its good viewing quality comes from a high pixel density and the HDR10 technology able to enrich colors, which is very rare to find on devices which are not flagships.

Specs & Software

If hardware and performance are your main concern, then you should opt for the Xiaomi Pocophone F1. It has nothing to envy to every flagship out there, but it comes with an upper-midrange price. Under the hood, it has the best Qualcomm’s SoC: the Snapdragon 845, paired with up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of internal storage. You can run every app and every game with the max performance thanks to this handset. It even comes with a customized MIUI based on performance enhancements. Nokia 7.1 has the stock Android One, while Huawei Nova 3i comes with the EMUI.

Camera

If you want the best rear camera department, we suggest you grab a unit of the Nokia 7.1 as it will surely provide a high detail and good performance with low light thanks to its bright aperture. Indeed, if you want the best front camera, choose the Huawei Nova 3i as it features a dual front camera with a whopping 24 MP resolution.

Battery

The biggest battery belongs to Xiaomi Pocophone F1 with a capacity of 4000 mAh. Given that this is a gaming-oriented phone, it is obvious that the Chinese company opted for a big battery, as games are the most demanding activities causing the highest battery drain.

Price

Unless you are looking for a decent design, Xiaomi Pocophone F1 is definitely the most interesting choice of the trio and I would pick it for its flagship-level hardware and its long battery life. You can currently get a unit of Xiaomi Pocophone F1 for less than €300/$346, Nokia 7.1 is hitting the shelves with a €319/$367 price tag and Huawei Nova 3i costs about €300/$346.

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

Nokia 7.1 vs Xiaomi Pocophone F1 vs Huawei Nova 3i: PROs and CONS

Nokia 7.1

PROs

Better display
Compact dimensions
Android One
Great build quality

CONS

Smaller battery

Xiaomi Poco F1

PROs

Best performance
Long battery life
Wide display
Affordable price

CONS

Plastic design

Huawei Nova 3i

PROs

Wonderful design
Wide display
Four cameras

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Giztop stocks OnePlus 6T cases ahead of phone’s official release

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Oct 7, 2018

The OnePlus 6T will launch soon judging by the recent slate of official teasers released by the manufacturer. Other than the phone, OnePlus will also announce a bunch of official cases. If you are familiar with the brand, then you should already know that these cases are not cheap. Just to give you an idea – the cheapest official OnePlus 6 case is $19.95. However, you don’t need to spend that much on a case.

Giztop, the online shop for your gadget needs already has a bunch of cases for the OnePlus 6T in stock and they are much more affordable. The cases come in various designs – from TPU clear cases to rugged cases and PU leather cases, Giztop has got you covered.

Some of the cases listed on the store include the Jupow Protective Carbon Fiber case which has a $6.99 price tag. There is also the Protective Armor Silicone Case which sells for $6.99 and has a kickstand. If you are gunning for that carbon fiber look, then the Unewshi Carbon Case which is priced at $8.99 is a good purchase. Some of the cases come in multiple color variants. They not only give your phone a good look but also offer the required protection from scratches and falls.

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

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Oct 7, 2018

The LG V40 ThinQ is one of the new devices that launched last week. It is an impressive device but it remains to be seen how well it does in terms of sales. However, there are speculations that the Korean electronics giant will be raking up huge losses by the end of the year.

Despite the predicted loss, LG believes things will get better. LG’s hope is on the 5G revolution which will kick off next year for smartphones. Speaking in an interview following the unveiling of the V40, the president of LG’s mobile division, Hwang Jeong-Hwan, said their company is one of three manufacturers ready to launch a 5G-ready smartphone when 5G roll-out begins. LG believes this should give them a headstart and an increase in sales for the first half of 2019.

The LG G7 ThinQ maker already has a contract with Sprint which will see it release the carrier’s first 5G-smartphone. The device, according to the US network, will be “shiny and distinct¨ and will launch in the first half of 2019. Although nothing is known about the device’s specs and features, it appears it won’t be an updated version of the LG V40 ThinQ.

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 and Max M2 gets certified by EEC in Russia

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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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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.