Huawei Mate 20 Pro high-quality renders surface with “NM card”

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Sep 22, 2018

If you’re in the market for a USB charger that won’t set you back a pretty penny, you might want to take a gander at BESTEK’s USB Charger 30W. Much to the delight of those who are living on a tight budget, the Chinese electronics company is giving consumers a chance to buy it for just $0.01 and even get free shipping.

The feature-laden device is currently up for grabs at a considerably lowered price on Bestek Mall, the company’s official online store. However, in order to bring the USB charger’s original asking price of $23.99 down to just to $0.01, you need to share it on Facebook.

The BESTEK-branded snail USB charger boasts an impressive array of features including the ability to charge up to 4 devices at the same time with 4 USB charging stations. It features a type-c port dedicated to the well-received Pixel, Pixel XL, Lumia 950, Lumia 950xl, Nexus 5X, and Nexus 6P smartphones.

Aside from that, the USB charger adopts an easy-to-carry compact design. It also supports international 100V, 240V input which makes it perfect for frequent travelers. Its dimensions are 3.50 x 2.90 x 1.40 inches and it weighs in at just 8.50 Ounce so you can easily carry and store it while on the go.

It offers the much-needed surge protection, temperature control, coupled with a slew of other advanced safety features. If the BESTEK USB Charger 30W has stirred your interest, you can click here to visit the promotion page.

In addition to checking out the rest of the details, you can win a chance to get the USB Charger 30W for $0.01. As if that weren’t enough, select lucky buyers will also be eligible to get free shipping.

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CAT B35 rugged feature phone launched with KaiOS, Google apps and 4G

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Sep 22, 2018

Rugged phone manufacturer CAT has officially unveiled the CAT B35 feature phone. The phone was first showcased at IFA Berlin 2018 but this time around, the full details of the model along with its launch itinerary has been revealed.

The CAT B35 is a rugged feature phone that is packed with several features that are alien to your everyday feature phones. It comes with an IP68 water and dust protection which means it can be used underwater up to a depth of 1.2metres for 35 minutes. It also comes with a solid chassis that is touted to be shock-proof. CAT also touts the device of capable of surviving a 1.8m drop on concrete. In addition to that, the B35 is MIL-810G compliant so it can handle extreme cold, heat, salt mist, humidity and vibration.

On the specs angle, the device sports a 2.4-inch QVGA display and is powered by a Snapdragon 205 chipset. The device comes with just 512MP of RAM while the storage is 4GB with the option of expanding via microSD. The phone packs a 2,3000mAH battery which is pretty huge for a feature phone. But then, we won’t forget the phone comes with 4GB connectivity and is built to last for days while out in the “wilderness”. The B35 runs KaiOS 2.5 which comes pre-installed with Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Search and YouTube apps.

CAT is yet to reveal the pricing of the model but hinted the device will be available to buy in the early part of next month which is October.

Take Advantage Of Season Clearance Promotion On Banggood

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Check Out The Season Clearance Promotion On Banggood

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Sep 22, 2018

As part of its latest ‘Seasonal Clearance’ promotion, Banggood is offering a wide selection of products at a considerably lowered price. In a bid to simplify the search process, these products have been split into multiple categories.

The ‘Weekly Recommended’ section features miscellaneous items including Drillpro 3Pcs 2/3.5/4 Inch Yellow Electric Drill bulb, ZOP Power 14.8V 1800mAh 65C 4S Lipo Battery XT60 Plug, Eachine E010 Mini RC Drone Quadcopter RTF and lots more.

Some products including the BlitzWolf BW-ES2 wired control in-ear earphone headphone has a coupon code 9BGA164CL for an extra discount. The rest of the products, on the other hand, in this section offer noteworthy discounts.
The ‘Special Zone’ section is divided further into $0.99, $9.99, and $19.99 subcategories. The next section dubbed, ‘Buy One Get One Free’ comprises a slew of other products that not only have discounts but also have coupon codes for extra discounts.

Likewise, you can get 30% off on RC quadcopters, parts and 30% discount on a slew of FPV types of equipment in the following category. Alternatively, you can go for RC toys which are now up for grabs at a heavily discounted price on Banggood.

You can follow this link in order to check out the rest of the categories and avail the big discounts before the promotion comes to an end.

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Google Pixel 3 XL leaks in white color with dual front-facing camera

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Simranpal Singh

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Sep 22, 2018

Google is hosting a madebyGoogle event in New York City on October 9. The search giant is coming with its in-house made new Pixel 3 series devices and rumored Home Hub. All these devices have been in the news from the past few months via leaks and rumors. Today, we have received another live render of the Pixel 3 XL in white color with a mint colored power button.

This time, a Twitter user @IshanAgarwal has posted a high-quality Pixel 3X photos bringing us a detailed look at the device. It seems Pixel 3 XL will bring display notch as like most of the Android devices out now. It also packs a fingerprint on the backside ending rumors regarding the on-screen fingerprint sensor. Further, we can see a single camera shooter with a LED flash on the rear side of the device. Its backside features a frosted glass back with a plastic button of mint color on the sides of Pixel 3 XL.

As per the leaker, IshanAggarwal, it will carry a SIM tray located on the bottom of the device. Google has also amended the UI of the camera app with a refined Google Assistant prompt. The leaker also confirms that Google hasn’t introduced any 4K 60 fps (frames per second) video recording feature. Several other software features have been touted in leaks, but they aren’t present in the device. Well, we think it’s a development ROM, and stable ROM might have it, or these features can be turned on via an OTA update later in the future.

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Google Pixel 3 XL Specs

Additionally, according to leaks, Google Pixel 3 XL will carry a 12.2-megapixel camera on the rear side. There will be a dual front-facing camera with 8-megapixel sensor, f/1.8 aperture and another wide angle lens which may be used for improving facial recognition. It will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 having 4/6 GB of RAM with variable internal storage. The latest unboxing video of the Pixel 3 XL confirms that it will pack USB-C Pixel earbuds, a USB-C ‘Quick Switch Adaptor, and a USB-C to headphone socket adaptor. Further, there will be a 6.7 inch 2960×1440 OLED screen with a 3450 mAh battery and a single USB-C port.

Read More: Google Pixel 3 pink color variant spotted in website’s source code

As per leaks, the expected price of the handset will start at $899. Google has confirmed that it will launch its Pixel 3 series on October 9, with events scheduled in New York and London.

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Get $6 Off On Order Value Of Over $100 And Other Great Discounts On RC Toys On GeekBuying

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Sep 22, 2018

If you’re in the market for RC toys, it may interest you to know that GeekBuying is giving buyers an opportunity to avail huge discounts on a wide selection of RC toys. Aside from shedding light on the discounts, we’ll even show how you can save a considerable amount of extra money without breaking much of a sweat.

Dubbed as ‘RC Toys EU Warehouse Sale,’ the recently kicked-off promo has been separated into multiple categories so that buyers can effortlessly find exactly what they are looking for. Moreover, the promo offers extra discounts in the form of various coupon codes.

For the sake of an instance, you can apply coupon code GEEKEURC1 to get an extra $2 off if your order value is more than $50. If you shop for over $100, you can get an additional $6 off simply by applying coupon code GEEKEURC2.

Moreover, you can apply coupon code Bugs5WEU to save $159.99 on the original asking price of the MJX Bugs 5W drone. Here are a few other discounts that you can take advantage of on GeekBuying.

JJRC H59 FERRY WiFi FPV RC Drone

You can get an 11% off on this 1080P HD aerial photography drone, which comes with a 360-degree protection. As a result, you can buy the JJRC H59 FERRY at a discounted price of just $79.99, which is a noteworthy reduction in the drone’s original cost of $89.99.

On top of that, you can apply coupon code JJRCH59 to get a supplementary $7 discount on the drone’s already reduced price. In other words, your grand total can be lowered to just $72.99 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon.

Since the promo is slated to end in just 1 day, it is imperative that you visit this link to avail the discount and use the coupon without wasting time.

SJRC Z5 Foldable RC DroneIf you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hands on a foldable and highly portable quadcopter, you might want to take a look at the SJRC Z5. Outfitted with a foldable-arm design that allows you to carry it anywhere, the SJRC Z5 usually carries a $119.99 price tag.

Thankfully, it is currently up for pre-order on GeekBuying bearing a discounted $99.99 price tag. You can extend this discount by using coupon code PPJVPROW to save $21.66 more before placing your order.

After applying the above-mentioned coupon, your grand total decreases merely to $92.99. You can click here to visit the promotion page if you’re interested in getting this discount.

Diatone GT-R90 2018 Brushless FPV Racing Drone
GeekBuying is offering the well-received GT-R90 from Diatone at a considerably dropped price of $156.99. This is an exceptional reduction in the drone’s original selling price of $179.99.

But if that doesn’t impress you much, you can use coupon code DGCPBECF to get an extra $10 discount at the time of checking out. As soon as you apply the aforesaid coupon code, your grand total comes down to only $149.99.

The promotion sale is slated to end in just 1 day and the coupon is also likely to expire soon. You can visit this link to buy the Diatone GT-R90 2018 racing drone at a discounted price.

DJI Mavic 2 Zoom RC Drone
Sporting a foldable design, the Mavic 2 Zoom is an irresistible RC drone that you can now buy without emptying your pocket on GeekBuying. While the drone usually sells for $2399.99, it is currently available at a reduced price of just $1279 on GeekBuying.

Aside from availing this 47% discount, you can use coupon code EBGXHBRU to save an extra $881.04 before clicking the ‘Place Your Order’ button. You end up paying just $1219 after using the coupon, which is expected to lapse shortly.

You can click here to get the discount and apply the coupon before the promotion comes to an end.

Check Out RC Toys EU Warehouse Sale On GeekBuying

OnePlus rolling stable Android 9.0 Pie based OxygenOS 9.0 update for OnePlus 6

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Simranpal Singh

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Sep 22, 2018

After the various beta builds, OnePlus is finally rolling out stable Android-9.0 based OxygenOS 9.0 update for OnePlus 6. It has become one of the first non-Google device to receive the latest stable Android alteration on one of its smartphones. The new update brings several improvements and new features with the new OxygenOS 9.0.

The update weighs around 512 MB in size and users should receive a notification prompting about the update. As per the official blog from OnePlus, the new OxygenOS 9.0 carries features such as new User Interface with adaptive battery support. It also brings Android Pie based gesture navigation, DND mode with adjustable settings and the new August Security Patch. OnePlus has added new Gaming mode 3.0 with the support of test notification mode and notification for 3rd party calls. Moreover, OxygenOS 9.0 has added custom Accent color feature, allowing you to customize the color of the OnePlus 6‘s UI as per the choice. Earlier, it was limited to only eight different colors.

Here’s the official changelog of OxyenOS 9.0

Updated system to Android™ 9.0 Pie™
- Brand new UI for Android Pie
- New adaptive battery support
- New Android Pie gesture navigation
- Updated Android security patch to 2018.9
- Other new features and system improvements
Do Not Disturb mode
- New Do Not Disturb (DND) mode with adjustable settings
New Gaming mode 3.0
- Added text notification mode
- Added notification for 3rd party calls
Accent color
- Supported accent color customization

OnePlus is rolling out the update in a phased manner. It will roll out to the limited audience first, and then the broader rollout will take place if everything goes well. Also, users will not be able to get the update, as OnePlus is randomly sending the update to the users. Hence, you need not head over to the OnePlus 6 Settings panel to manually check the update.

Read More: Leaked OnePlus 6T official renders confirms no triple rear cams, listed as coming soon on Amazon

We suggest you charge your device before upgrading it. Also, make sure to switch to Wi-Fi network to save some additional carrier data costs. Now, the company will focus on the OnePlus 5, 5T, 3T and 3 devices for the latest upgrades. By the way, how many of you have already received the update? Share your thoughts about the new OxygenOS via the comments below.

Magic Leap working to bid for US Military augmented reality headsets contract

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Simranpal Singh

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Sep 22, 2018

In the near future, Magic Leap Inc. might get a US military contract to build augmented reality headsets. The US army is now turning to the tech companies for reality equipment to give its soldiers an edge on the battlefield. According to tender documents, it is revealed that Magic Leap has already started doing its homework by partnering with other tech giants such as Microsoft and another startup Improbable.

It could help Magic leap to gain 120000 headset orders from the US Military, raking up around $500 Million. As per the Army description, the deal would help to “increase lethality by enhancing the ability to detect, decide and engage before the enemy.” The new contract can change the Magic Leap’s vision on augmented reality, as currently, it is producing consumer-centric devices.

Magic Leap has also partnered with Sennheiser, an audio company specializing in the production of microphones, headphones and aviation headsets, to work on augmented space reality. The new partnership is done under the banner of Magic Leap’s “Works with Magic Leap” certification program. Sennheiser is coming with more news at the LEAP conference taking place in Los Angeles next month.

Magic Leap has recently announced the Magic Leap One Creator Editon, an AR headset for the general public. It has huge advancements but still, there are significant challenges which should be addressed before preparing for the Army equipment.

Read More: Apple’s AR Headset with rOS Reportedly Launching in 2019

US Army has revealed that they have also attended meetings with other companies such as Microsoft for the HUD 3.0 program. Currently, they are reviewing the proposals, and a final decision will be out soon. It requires high-end equipment to portray the digital images of the physical world. Also, they want soldiers to use it in the practice of warfare and the real combats. US Army explained that “HUD 3.0 will allow the warfighter to ‘Train as You Fight,’ with identical training/operational weapons and equipment in any terrain,” the Army writes in a Statement of Objectives.”

It would be interesting to see, how Magic Leap manage to make their devices compatible with other environments such as forests, deserts, and artic from the present indoor environment compatibility.

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Top Online Stores Where You Can Buy Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro Smartphone At An Unbeatable Price!

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Sep 22, 2018

Much to the delight of Xiaomi fans, the long-awaited Mi 8 Pro smartphone has finally gone up for sale. We’ll shed light on top online stores where you can buy this recently launched phone at an unbeatable price and even show how you can get an additional discount on a specific version of the phone.

Giztop

While you’d normally end up shelling out a lot of money on a smartphone that boasts awe-inspiring features and high-end specs, Giztop is selling the feature-laden Mi 8 Pro smartphone for $549. This version of the smartphone offers 6GB of LP-DDR4X RAM, a hearty 128GB of onboard storage and a slew of other awe-inspiring features that you can check out by following this link.

GeekBuying

If you’re on a tight budget, it may interest you to know that GeekBuying is doling out a noteworthy discount on the Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro smartphone’s steep retail price. As a result, you can now pre-order the 6GB RAM+ 128GB ROM version of the phone at a dropped price of just $679.99.

On top of that, you can apply coupon code SLAQIRCM to get an additional $30 off. In other words, you can bring your already lowered grand total further down to just $649.99 with the help of the aforesaid coupon.

You can take advantage of this significant reduction in the phone’s original asking price of $759.99 simply by following this link. With 85 pre-order already placed at the time of writing, the Mi 8 smartphone is slated to start shipping in 17 days.

Banggood

The Chinese online store that guarantees the best bang for your buck will be soon selling the 6GB RAM+128GB ROM variant of the Mi 8 Pro smartphone for $629.99. Both gold and black color versions of the smartphone are currently under restocking.

You can visit this link to activate the ‘Alert Me On Arrival’ notification so that you can buy the Mi 8 Pro smartphone as soon as it goes up on sale on Bangood.

Alternatively, you can go for the slightly larger 8GB RAM+128GB ROM variant of the Mi 8 Pro smartphone, which will set you back $699.99. The phone will be available in gold and transparent black color versions very soon as they are currently under the restocking process.

All you need to do to ensure you get a notification when the above-mentioned version of the Mi 8 Pro smartphone is available on Banggood is to activate the ‘Alert Me On Arrival’ button by heading straight to this link.

Here’s Where You Can Pre-Order Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite Smartphone Without Emptying Your Pocket!

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Pre-Order 64GB RAM+128GB ROM Version Of Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite Smartphone On Giztop

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Sep 22, 2018

Xiaomi’s hotly-anticipated Mi 8 Lite smartphone is expected to follow in the footsteps of its well-received predecessors and garner huge popularity among smartphone lovers after hitting the store shelves later this month. If you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hands on a Xiaomi-branded smartphone that doesn’t cost a bomb, you might want to take a look at the Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite smartphone, which was formerly known as Mi 8 Youth.

We’ll shed light on where you can buy the upcoming phone without spending a fortune.

Giztop

The Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite smartphone has gone up for pre-order carrying a $229 price tag on Giztop. The official online store of GizmoChina will be offering multiple storage options including 4GB RAM+64GB ROM, 6GB RAM+128GB ROM etc. Moreover, you can choose from dark grey, glare blue, and glare red color options.

You can follow this link to pre-order the Mi 8 Lite on Giztop. Note that the phone is scheduled to be available within a week and the prices will vary based on the color and size option you choose.

GeekBuying

If you are on a tight budget and aren’t willing to spend a lot of money on a smartphone, we got good news for you. The 6GB RAM+128GB ROM version of the Mi 8 Lite can now be pre-ordered at a dropped price of just $389.99 on GeekBuying and you click here to avail the discount.

If you aren’t willing to spend that kind of money, you can go for the 4GB RAM+64GB ROM version of the phone which will set you back just $249.99 on GeekBuying by visiting this link. It is worth noting that this version usually sells for $ 370.99.

With 75 pre-orders already arranged at the time of writing, this version will start shipping in 17 days. You can click here to check out more details and avail the discount before the promo ends.

The Mi 8 Lite version offering 6GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage can be pre-order at a discounted price of just $299.99 on GeekBuying. While this version usually carries a $422.99 price sticker, you can now take advantage of the aforesaid discount by following this link.

An absolute bargain at the above-mentioned reduced prices, the Mi 8 Lite is an irresistible smartphone that sports a huge 6.26-inch full screen, FHD+ display and 19:9 aspect ratio to enable high-quality viewing experience. Moreover, the phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor and it packs an Adreno 512 GPU, under the hood.

The phone offers ample RAM for an exceptional overall performance, especially while performing various tasks like running applications, looking through menus and running home screens. On the photography front, the Mi 8 Lite houses a 12MP+5MP dual AI camera setup on the back and a 24MP front shooter capable of identifying 10 varieties of self-portrait features and AI Beauty.

Moreover, the Mi 8 Lite runs on MIUI 10-based Android operating system and draws its juices from a 3250mAh battery that supports Quick Charge 4.0 18W fast charging. Thanks to its AI smart powering function, it can receive 50 percent power with just 30 minutes of charging.

Pre-Order 64GB RAM+128GB ROM Version Of Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite Smartphone On GeekBuying

Pre-Order 4GB RAM+64GB ROM Version Of Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite Smartphone On GeekBuying

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Pre-order The Huami Amazfit Verge Smartwatch For $139 On Giztop

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Sep 22, 2018

Huami recently added the Amazfit Verge to its range of well-received wearables. The new smartwatch from the Xiaomi-backed brand is designed exclusively to meet the varied needs of its wearer.

The Amazfit Verge boasts an array of exceptional features that make it a must-have gadget for fitness geeks. With an IP68-certified build, it sports an easily understandable 1.3-inch circular AMOLED display with 360×360 pixels resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for added protection.

Moreover, the Amazfit Verge packs a powerful dual-core 1.2GHz processor, which is paired with 512MB RAM and a hearty 4GB of onboard storage. Much to the delight of Chinese buyers, the smartwatch comes with built-in NFC support so that you even swipe a bus card.

Outfitted with Xiaomi’s Xiao AI voice assistant, the Amazfit Verge comprises 11 different sports modes. On top of that, the smartwatch can accurately monitor your running and walking as it supports GPS and GLONASS dual positioning features.

Aside from that, the Amazfit Verge can be connected with a compatible Android-based smartphone to activate voice call support. It runs Android-based Amazfit OS and is backed by a 390mAh battery that normally offers a standby for 5 days on a single charge under normal usage.

If the Amazfit Verge has now captured your attention, all you need to do is to follow this link to check out more details about the recently launched smartwatch and pre-order on Giztop. While a top-branded smartwatch with comparable features would set you back a pretty penny, you can pre-order the Amazfit Verge for just $139 on the official online store of GizmoChina.

Note that the aforesaid price will be valid for the sky gray color version of the Amazfit Verge smartwatch, which is slated to start shipping within 2-3 weeks.

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Meizu 16X vs Oppo F9 vs Vivo V11: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Sep 21, 2018

China became the homeland of affordable phones. With Apple releasing only flagship devices and Samsung struggling every day more to keep its first place in several Asian nations, Chinese smartphones seem to be becoming the best choice for people who want to save money. Meizu 16X, Oppo F9, and Vivo V11 are three devices able to provide huge performances, a good photo quality, and stunning aesthetics without being expensive flagships, and you just need about €300 to grab a unit. If you are asking yourself which unit should you bring to your home, this comparison will clear your ideas.

Meizu 16X vs Oppo F9 (Pro) vs Vivo V11 (Pro)

	Meizu 16X	Oppo F9 (Pro)	Vivo V11 (Pro)
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	151 x 73.5 x 7.5 mm, 154 grams	156.7 x 74 x 8 mm, 169 grams	157.9 x 75 x 7.9 mm, 156 grams
DISPLAY	6.0 inches, 1080 x 2160p (Full HD+), 18:9 ratio, 402 ppi, Super AMOLED	6.3 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 409 ppi, 19.5:9 ratio, LTPS IPS LCD	6.41 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 402 ppi, 19.5:9 ratio, Super AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, octa-core 2.2 GHz	MediaTek Helio P60, octa-core 2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 64 GB -micro SD slot	6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE	Android 8.0 Oreo, Flyme OS	Android 8.1 Oreo, Color 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 4.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	Dual 12 + 20 MP f/1.8 + f/2.6 20 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 16 + 2 MP f/1.8 25 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 12 + 5 MP f/1.8 25 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	3100 mAh	3500 mAh, Fast Charging with VOOC Flash Charge	3400 mAh, Fast Charging 18W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot

Design

In my opinion, if you love beautiful smartphones, Oppo F9 (also known as F9 Pro in India) is the one you should go for. It combines a stunning design with originality thanks to its gradient glass back with a diamond-like pattern. Even though it is less original, Vivo V11 (also known as V11 Pro) has nothing to envy with another glass back available in gradient colors. Further, both have a waterdrop notch and almost nonexistent bezels. Meizu 16X has the advantage of being symmetric due to its notchless display, but it is far from its opponents in terms of beauty.

Display

Meizu 16X and Vivo V11 are the ones with the most premium displays, especially thanks to the AMOLED technology making their color rich and brilliant. Further, they both feature an in-display fingerprint reader for authentication. Given the slight difference in viewing quality, you can choose the display by basing on your tastes: do you like a notchless display with more bezels or a notched one with almost absent bezels around it? If you prefer the first, then go for the Meizu 16X, else choose Vivo V11.

Specs & Software

No stories: Meizu 16X is the most powerful handset of the trio. It features the new upper-midrange SoC Snapdragon 710 by Qualcomm which is definitely the best Qualcomm’s chipset if we exclude the 800 series. At the second place there is Vivo V11 with its Snapdragon 660, while at the third, with just marginal differences in performance, there is Oppo F9 and its Helio P60 by MediaTek. All of these devices come with a highly customized Android fork: Flyme OS for Meizu 16X, Color OS for Oppo F9 and Funtouch OS for Vivo V11.

Camera

The camera department which convinces us the most, at least on the paper, is the one from Meizu 16X. We still did not have the chance to click a photo from this device as it was announced two days ago, but judging the specs we believe it will shoot better photos. It has a dual setup with OIS and a six-LED flash, as well as a laser autofocus mechanism: all things that improve photos and videos quality missing from the remaining two handsets which even feature lower resolutions for the secondary sensor.

Battery

Oppo F9 has the biggest battery and it should last a bit more than both Vivo V11 and Meizu 16X. Not only it offers a big capacity of 3500 mAh, but it also features the fastest charging technology: VOOC flash charge, which can provide 2 hours of talk time with just 5 minutes of charging. Given that it has the smallest battery with just 3100 mAh (against 3400 mAh of the Vivo V11), Meizu 16X should have the shortest battery life.

Price

Prices are not an element you should consider so much if you want to choose a device from these three handsets. Meizu 16X carries a $305 price tag, Oppo F9 sells for $330 or less depending on the channel, and Vivo V11 starts from $270 (it depends on the market). I believe Vivo V11 is the perfect compromise it combines a great design with satisfying performance, a good battery life, and a nice photo quality, but if you are one of those users who only care about having the best performance, or you want the best camera out there at a modest price, go for the Meizu 16X.

Read More: Our Meizu 16X Hands On Video is up! We are impressed

Meizu 16X vs Oppo F9 Pro vs Vivo V11: PROs and CONS

Meizu 16X

PROs

Higher-end hardware
Better rear camera
In-display fingerprint reader
Great notchless display

CONS

No micro SD

Oppo F9 (Pro)

PROs

Waterdrop borderless display
Beautiful aesthetics
Very fast charging
Gorilla Glass 6
Micro SD dedicated slot

CONS

Lower-end hardware

Vivo V11 (Pro)

PROs

Wider display
In-display fingerprint reader
Micro SD dedicated slot
Waterdrop notch and slim bezels

CONS

Nothing special to mention

Xiaomi Mi 8 price slashed for the 6 GB RAM and 256 GB storage variant

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 21, 2018

The Xiaomi Mi 8 was introduced as the 8^th anniversary smartphone from the company in May. The handset along with other phones such as Mi 8 SE, Mi 8 Explorer Edition and the newly unveiled Mi 8 Pro and Mi 8 Lite smartphones. Today, the highest configuration model of the Xiaomi Mi 8 that features 6 GB of RAM and 256 GB of native storage is now selling with a reduced price of 3,099 Yuan (~$451) after a price cut of 200 Yuan (~$30).

The 6 GB RAM + 256 GB storage edition of the Xiaomi Mi 8 was unveiled with a price tag of 3,299 Yuan (~$480). On Jingdong Mall, the variant has received a price cut of 100 Yuan (~$15) and its cost can be further discounted by 100 Yuan (~$15). The same model is selling on Xiaomi’s online store for 3,199 Yuan (~$466). The new price cut has been introduced after the launch of the Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro that has arrived as an advanced edition of the Mi 8.

Read More: Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro confirmed to launch globally soon

The Xiaomi Mi 8 features 6.21-inch notched AMOLED screen that supports 18.7:9 aspect ratio and Full HD+ resolution. The notch of the phone features a 20-megapixel selfie camera and necessary components for infrared face unlock.

The Snapdragon 845 chipset powers the Mi 8. The 64 GB, 128 GB and 256 GB editions of the Mi 8 feature 6 GB of RAM. In the previous month, Xiaomi had launched the 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage version with a pricing of 3,299 Yuan (~$480).

The Xiaomi Mi 8 is fitted with a pair of 12-megapixel rear cameras. It is the first phone to come with dual-band GPS technology for accurate location tracking. It features a rear-mounted fingerprint reader. The handset is packed with a 3,400mAh battery that carries support for Quick Charge 4+.

UMIDIGI A3 launching Sept. 28 with Triple SIM slots, Dual 4G VoLTE and Global Bands

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Sep 21, 2018

Most smartphones are usually marketed as dual SIM phones with two SIM slots. In recent times, that has become a major selling point for some phones. Most especially the budget models that don’t usually have much to offer in other aspects like camera, SoC etc. Quite unfortunately, these phones usually don’t have separate slots for external microSD card. Instead, the second SIM slot doubles as the SD card slot. On high-end models packing 64GB or higher internal storage, this isn’t a problem. But for budget models which usually have 16GB of storage or even less, there is usually a high chance of using the second slot for expansion of the storage most times. In such cases, users are only confined to using just a single SIM slot. We haven’t seen too many attempts to address this issue but UMIDIGI is taking the bull by the horn by working on a budget model that would pack triple SIM slots. The device is dubbed UMIDIGI A3 and is confirmed to launch on September 28.

The UMIDIGI A3 will have three SIM card slots and the third slot can be converted to an SD card slot. That still leaves users with two SIM slots. The most interesting part is that the first two SIM slots support dual 4G VoLTE connectivity, meaning the 4G network will run at the same time on both slots. This may likely be the first entry-level model to have such features. That isn’t all, the device will also come with dual cameras at the rear as well as a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. UMIDIGI also hinted that the device will come with global bands and that should include band 20.

Being an entry-level device, the UMIDIGI A3 is expected to come with a cheap price tag. We’ll keep you posted when the device is launched.

Nokia 7.1 Plus 360-degree renders leak design ahead of October launch

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 21, 2018

Few hours ago, HMD Global confirmed that it will be launching a new smartphone on Oct. 4. Rumors are rife that the Finnish firm will be debuting Nokia 7.1 Plus smartphone on the said date. Yesterday, My Smart Price had shared a render of the upcoming Nokia 7.1 Plus phone. Today, the same publication has collaborated with popular tipster @OnLeaks to share the 360-degree renders of the smartphone.

The CAD renders of the Nokia 7.1 Plus show that it features a notched screen and a thick bottom bezel which includes the branding of the company. The backside of the phone is expected to feature a glass panel. It will be fitted with vertical dual camera setup followed by an LED flash. The ZEISS branding can be seen between the dual sensors. A fingerprint scanner is also present on the rear side of the Nokia 7.1 Plus. The bottom edge of the Nokia 7.1 Plus features a USB-C port and a 3.5mm audio jack.

The handset measures 149.8 x 71.2 x 8mm which indicates that it could be equipped with a 5.8-inch LCD display. The notch of the phone seems to house a front-facing camera, an earpiece and some other sensors. Previous leaks have suggested that the Nokia 7.1 Plus will support an aspect ratio of 19:9 and Full HD+ resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels.

Read More: Nokia 5.1 Plus to launch in India on September 24 as Flipkart-exclusive

The Nokia 7.1 Plus will be yet another Android One phone from the Finnish firm. Probably, the handset may arrive as the first Nokia phone with Android 9 Pie onboard. The Snapdragon 710 chipset is expected to power the handset. Some of the other rumored features of the Nokia 7.1 Plus include 6 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage and support for fast charging. The same phone may debut as Nokia X7 in China. As of this writing, there is no information available on the pricing of the Nokia X7.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro officially confirmed to launch globally soon

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Sep 21, 2018

One aspect that the flagship Xiaomi Mi 8 was adjudged to have faltered by some was the lack of an on-screen fingerprint sensor. Instead, the device kept on with the popular rear-mounted fingerprint sensor which seems to be fading away gradually from latest flagship models. Xiaomi took care of that with the recent launch of the Mi 8 Pro. Xiaomi isn’t letting the frenzy generated by the launch die down as the Chinese company has officially announced a big news. Donovan Sung, Xiaomi’s Global spokesperson disclosed via a tweet that the Mi 8 Pro will be launching globally soon across the markets Xiaomi is present. Mr Sung also shared some unboxing photos of the device.

The photos include a variant with a translucent glass back similar to the Mi 8 Explorer edition. The device is also available in Ochre Black and Twilight Gold. The device sports a 6.26-inch AMOLED display with an aspect ratio of 18.7:9. The device also packs an infra-red face unlock technology like the Mi 8. The use of infra-red ensures the phone can be unlocked in the dark using Face ID. As stated, the fingerprint security on the device includes an in-display fingerprint sensor.

#Mi8Pro unboxing shots. This gorgeous phone comes with in-display fingerprint technology and is available in multiple colors, including an edition with a transparent back.

Launching soon in our global markets across the world! ❤️#Xiaomi #unboxing pic.twitter.com/tWEefavSyQ

— Donovan Sung (@donovansung) September 21, 2018

The Mi 8 Pro is billed to go on sale in China on September 21. The global rollout may likely start in October and Europe is likely going to be the preferred debut destination for the company. We can’t say how soon Xiaomi will unveil the Mi 8 Pro in India but that may also happen in coming months.

Leaked video teases the Huawei Mate 20 Pro Underwater mode and square camera setup

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Sep 21, 2018

Barely two days back, XDA Developers released the APK teardown said to be for an upcoming build of Huawei‘s Android 9.0 Oreo-based EMUI 9. The teardown was able to unravel some of the key features the upcoming Mate 20 Pro will have. One of the standout features which caught our attention was an Underwater mode. While the APK teardown doesn’t confirm anything, a new teaser that appeared on Weibo has confirmed the impending release of the Mate 20 Pro packing the Underwater mode.

The short video clip shows a surfer on a sea with a square shape box meant to represent the phone’s camera capturing the action. The Underwater mode will allow users to “take clear shots in underwater environments.” The phone will be slotted into a plastic bag which Huawei may likely provide along with it an so, it can capture pictures without water doing damage to the device. The Mate 20 pro will likely have an IP67 rating but that won’t guarantee its safe for use underwater regardless of the depth. The mode will likely provide the software required to ensure the pictures shot in the underwater environment are of vivid clarity. Since the capacitive touchscreen won’t function inside water, the mode would also let you shoot a picture with the Volume (-) button and take a video by pressing the Volume (+) button. Also, pressing the power key can turn the camera on or off.

https://youtu.be/YKFUVVuZISg

In addition, the video teaser also seems to confirm the presence of a square camera arrangement onboard the Mate 20 Pro. The square box will house the triple camera sensors as well as an LED flash. The Mate 20 Pro is expected to be unveiled alongside the Mate 20 on October 16.

Amazon launches four new Echo products dubbed Echo Dot, Show, Plus and Auto

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