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Get Up To 20% Off On CHUWI-Branded Laptops And Tablets On GearBest

 

Much to the delight of cost-conscious students who aren’t willing to spend a fortune on a tablet or laptop, CHUWI started its hotly-anticipated annual Back-to-School promotion on GearBest on Monday, August 20th. As part of the recently kicked off promo, the Shenzhen-based tech firm will be doling out up to 20% off on a broad range of well-received products.

Students will be able to save a considerable amount of money on various tablets and laptops including LapBook SE, Hi9 Pro, and the Hi9 Air. The LapBook SE would normally set you back a pretty penny, but you can now get your hands on this ultralight laptop at a slashed price of just $279.99.


This is a noteworthy 25% reduction in the device’s original asking price. On the downside, the promo is slated to end in just 4 days and there were only 55 pieces left for the Flash Sale price at the time of writing.

Aside from taking advantage of the discount, you can even win a free gift when you buy the LapBook SE laptop on GearBest. You can follow this link for details.

An absolute bargain at this price, the CHUWI LapBook SE laptop sports a big 13.3-inch display with a screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The laptop is powered by a Gemini Lake N4100 processor and it employs a competent Intel Graphics 600 GPU, under the hood.

The LapBook SE offers 4GB of RAM and 32GB eMMC+128G SSD in terms of external memory. The device houses a 2.0MP front camera and runs on Microsoft Windows 10 operating system that boasts the popular Windows 7 Start Menu along with an impressive array of other features including the Edge Web browser.

You can follow this link to avail a slew of unmissable Back-to-School deals on GearBest. It is worth noting that the promotion is slated to end on September 10th.

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Elephone PX pop up dual camera setup components revealed

Vivo Nex brought forward the concept of pop up cameras in order to completely remove the bezels around the display. OPPO Find X also incorporates a very similar concept and now, Elephone is trying out its luck with an even bigger pop up camera setup. Unlike the Vivo Nex which features just a single selfie camera in its pop up housing, the upcoming Elephone PX smartphone is said to feature dual pop up cameras. Now we have managed to get our eyes on the component that makes this setup possible.


Elephone PX pop up camera component

The component shown in the image above is said to guide the housing to pop up and down smoothly. We have already seen a video featuring the dual camera pop up setup and also the triple cameras on the PX. The part that looks like a screw will move the housing up and down. Considering that there will be two cameras on board, the motor has to be pretty powerful to push it up quickly.

Elephone PX pop up cameras
Elephone PX pop up cameras

A render of the Elephone PX is also seen sporting a triple camera setup at the back along with a fingerprint sensor. The best part about the phone will be its full screen display, which is clearly seen in the render above. Despite the innovative dual camera pop up setup for selfies and the triple camera setup at the back, we will have to wait and see whether their performances are flagship worthy.

Elephone PX pop up cameras

No details are available about the Elephone PX’s release, so let’s wait for more information. You can check out their website for more updates in the future. Or read our previous coverage of the PX’s pop up camera in action from here.

Holy Stone releases flagship HS700 Ophelia drone with GPS and Brushless Motor

For all you drone enthusiasts, there is a new product in town that you really should check out. It comes from the stable of the Chinese brand Holy Stone and it is the company’s 2018 flagship product. The drone is dubbed HS700 Ophelia and inherits the superb craftsmanship and excellent performance for which Holy Stone is best known.HS700 Ophelia

The HS700 Ophelia is equipped with 2204 1500KV brushless motor, which is more aerodynamic and lightweight. Compared to traditional drone motors, the brushless motor has lower noise and stronger power. As a result of this setup, the drone is capable of hitting a maximum speed of 25 km/h upwind, and up to 60 km/h when flying downwind. In addition, the new drone comes with an advanced GPS system that can locate the flight position in real time. AAs a result of this, the HS700 can follow the pilot automatically. It can also achieve the function of realizing custom trajectory flying, and achieve many intelligent functions like One Key Return to Home, thus removing fears about losing your drone. HS700 Ophelia

Holy Stone’s HS700 Ophelia drone also packs a professional high-definition wide-angle 1080P FHD camera capable of shooting more fascinating details and restore real moments. Besides, it has FPV function with the figure distance of 400 meters based on 5G WiFi transmission technology. The drone gets its power from a big 2800mAh battery which allows for up to 20 minutes of flight time whereas most drones average just 8 minutes.

You can check more details about HS700 on Holy Stone official site or via the YouTube video above. The drone is presently available to buy for just $329.99 on Amazon with $20 coupon code for the first 1000 buyers. You can check that out from here.

ASUS ROG full TENAA listing reveals 4GB, 6GB RAM versions, possibly with cheaper pricing

A couple of days back, we spotted the ASUS ROG phone on TENAA but we couldn’t lay our hands on the complete listing except the photos. The complete listing has now been spotted and it contains some interesting details.ASUS ROG Gaming phone

First off, the ASUS ROG is listed with the model number ASUS Z01QD. The model has the same 2.96GHz clock speed as the one unveiled in Taiwan. That is, it features an overclocked Snapdragon 845 chipset. Perhaps, the most interesting aspect is the memory versions. The ROG appears on TENAA with three different RAM versions; 4GB, 6GB and 8GB RAM, whereas the gaming smartphone was unveiled in only 8GB RAM and 128/512GB storages. While the two storage options will be available across the board, buyers will get the option of deciding whether to go for the lesser 4GB RAM version or the high-end one with 8GB RAM. In addition, the model is listed with a slightly smaller 3850mAh battery which is lower than the 4000mAh battery on the model announced at COMPUTEX 2018 in June.ASUS ROG

Read Aso: ASUS ROG Gaming Smartphone Will Hit India in Q3 2018 – Official

ASUS is yet to put the ROG gaming phone on sale and so, the price is still unknown but is rumoured to start at around $900. A 4GB RAM version brings the possibility of the phone being priced around $600 which would be relatively affordable than around $1000. We expect the flagship gaming phone to go on sale soon.

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ASUS ROG

Vivo X23 official video ads confirms dual rear cameras and water-drop notch, more official images too

The Vivo X23 was expected to launch on the 20th of August but it didn’t. Let’s just say the Jovi assistant is a bare-faced liar. Ahead of the release which is still pretty much unknown, Vivo has released two video ads for the device and a couple of promotional images.

Vivo X23 Phantom Violet

The video ads do nothing more than confirming the design of the phone. The first one shows the phone in Phantom Violet with a color gradient finish and dual rear cameras. Unfortunately, it only shows the back of the phone.

The second video shows the Vivo X23 in both Phantom Violet and Magic Night Blue. Apart from the rear design as revealed by the first video, this one shows the front and confirms it has a water-drop notch and an in-display fingerprint scanner.

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Vivo has also released new official renders of the phone that shows off the two colors the phone will come in. Vivo has named the color gradient appearance 3D Phantom Aurora. The phone can take on different colors depending on the angle light hits it.

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READ MORE: Vivo V11 Pro with Halo FullView Display to launch in India on September 6

Chuwi Hi9 Plus will take on the Huawei Mediapad M5 Pro

Huawei’s Mediapad M5 Pro is a pretty good tablet featuring a large 10.8-inch display and a handy M-Pen which supports 4096 pressure levels. But the tablet isn’t cheap and if you are out to buy one for yourself, you’ll have to shell out well over $450, just for its Wi-Fi variant. This is probably why Chuwi has decided to release a Mediapad M5 Pro rival, the Chuwi Hi9 Plus. Chuwi’s CEO even went on to say “The purpose of this tablet launch is to compete with HUAWEI MediaPad M5 Pro”. So, its clear that the Hi9 Plus will take on this large screen Huawei tablet.

Chuwi Hi9 Plus teaser

We have got little details about the Chuwi Hi9 Plus so far and they are not really that significant. What we know is that the Hi9 Plus’ dimensions will be as follows: 266.2 x 177 x 8.1mm and it will weigh around 500 grams. This doesn’t get us excited about the tablet, especially since the M5 Pro is smaller in dimensions. However, these dimensions could hint that the Hi9 Plus is as large as the M5 Pro or maybe even bigger. Further, at just 500 grams, the tablet will be easy to carry around wherever you go. Further, it will feature a magnetic keyboard dock that will instantly transform it into a laptop.

Considering that the Hi9 Plus is taking on the M5 Pro model, we are keen to see whether it will come with a pressure sensitive stylus. The Huawei tablet comes with an M-Pen that supports 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity, so a stylus could be a significant addition to the Hi9 Plus tablet. LTE support would be another feature that we expect on the upcoming Chuwi tablet.

 

 

There’s no doubt that Chuwi tablets are extremely affordable. If the company manages to price it even half of that of the Mediapad M5 Pro, the upcoming tablet could be a really interesting option for large screen lovers.

No more details for now. But it is being said that the Hi9 Plus will launch sometime in September. Let’s wait and watch.

Check out more details about Chuwi’s products from here. Also check out the Back-to-school promotion from August 20th  to September 10th.  Up to 20% off on the best selling laptops, tablets and Mini PC. 

 

 

Official render reveals Galaxy J2 Core color variants

Samsung will most likely soon officially announce its first Android Go device, the Galaxy J2 Core. The device has been in the news for a while with live photos appearing online and revealing it will have Samsung’s Experience UI and not stock Android. Its user manual was also seen online last week. Now an official render has surfaced which reveals all the possible color variants the phone will come in.

Galaxy J2 Core color variants

Based on the image, the Galaxy J2 Core will come in black, gold, pale blue, deep blue, and violet. The phone will have a single rear camera with an LED flash below it. There is also a slit on the side which is probably an outlet for the speaker.

The leaked manual revealed the Galaxy J2 Core will have a removable back cover and a removable battery too. It will also have support for two SIM cards and a MicroSD card. A Geekbench listing from a couple of months ago also revealed the phone will have 1GB of RAM and be powered by the Exynos 7570 processor.

READ MORE: Android 9 Pie (Go Edition) announced, arrives this fall

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 officially launched in India, price starts at Rs. 67,900 ($972)

Earlier this month, Samsung launched its flagship smartphone for the second half of the year — Galaxy Note 9. Just a day after the announcement, the company started taking pre-orders of the device in India.

Today, the South Korean giant has officially launched the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 in the Indian market. It comes in three colors — Midnight Black, Ocean Blue, and Metallic Copper. The 6GB RAM model costs Rs. 67,900 ($972) while the 8GB RAM variant is priced at Rs. 84,900 ($1,215).

Samsung Galaxy Note 9

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 features a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with an 18:9 aspect ratio. It carries the same 1440 x 2960 pixels screen resolution, is HD10 compliant and also supports Always On Display. The display is also protected by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass on top.

It is powered by the company’s own Exynos 9810 processor. In some regions, the handset comes powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor. The phone comes in two variants — one packing 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage and another with 8GB RAM and 512GB internal storage.

Coming to the camera department, there’s a 12-megapixel primary camera with f/2.4-f/1.5 variable aperture and a 12-megapixel secondary sensor with f/2.4 aperture. On the front side, it comes equipped with an 8-megapixel sensor with f/1.7 aperture and wide-angle lens.

The device is IP68 certified for water and dust resistance. It also comes with stereo speakers tuned by AKG, and Dolby Atmos sound. Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 MU-MIMO, Bluetooth 5 (LE up to 2Mbps), GPS with GLONASS, USB 3.1, NFC, and MST.

The phone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system with the company’s own Samsung Experience custom interface. It is fuelled by a 4,000mAh battery and comes with support for fast charging both on wired and wireless (WPC and PMA) charging.

Read More: Xiaomi Poco F1 launched as the cheapest Snapdragon 845 flagship smartphone with Rs. 19,999 (~$286) pricing

In addition, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 comes with an improved S Pen which is the first Bluetooth-enabled digital pen. It can also be used as a remote shutter for the camera with a range of 10 meters. It has a battery power of about 30 minutes and can withstand up to 200 clicks.

The S Pen now has support for three inputs — short press, long press, and double press. The company says that it can be recharged in just 40 seconds by simply placing it in its holster cramp on the side of the phone.

OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T get Project Treble support in latest OxygenOS update

Google announced Project Treble last year as a way to make it easier for manufacturers to update their devices. It is supposed to reduce the duration between the launch of a new version of Android and when the update becomes available for a phone. It has also found usefulness by custom ROM makers who can now quickly whip up custom ROM versions (Generic System Image) of the latest version of Android in such a short time.

While Google has made it compulsory for all devices launching with Android Oreo and above to have Project Treble support right out of the box, some manufacturers have decided to not include it when updating older devices to Android Oreo since the latter isn’t compulsory.

OnePlus 5-5T project treble

Last year, OnePlus announced that its current phones(OnePlus 3/3T, OnePlus 5/5T)  would get updated to Android Oreo but won’t support Project Treble which caused fans to launch a petition. Two months ago, the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T devices running OxygenOS open beta received Project Treble support.

If you own the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T, then you should know that the latest stable version of OxygenOS (version 5.1.5) brings full Project Treble support. The changelog doesn’t actually mention it but you can confirm by installing one of the numerous apps on the Play Store such as Treble Checker to know if it does. Those who have received the update have already confirmed it.

READ MORE: OnePlus 6T to arrive as the company’s first US-carrier backed phone

90 Minutes Smart Unlock Suitcase with Fingerprint unlock technology launched

Xiaomi‘s ecological chain company Shanghai Runmi Technology Co. Ltd, whose products adopt the brand name 90 Points, is one of the successful eco-chain companies that manufacture some of the quality products trading under the Xiaomi brand. We have seen several high-quality products under the brand like the 90 Minutes jacket, 90 Minutes backpack etc. Perhaps, the most popular product from the brand is the 90 Minutes spinner wheel luggage. The company even announced a 90Fun Puppy1 Robotic Suitcase at CES 2018. The latest in its lineup is a 90 Minutes Smart Unlock Suitcase with fingerprint unlock technology.90 Points Smart Unlock Suitcase

The 90 Minutes Smart Unlock Suitcase differs from the previous models in the methods through which it can be opened and closed. It adopts the fingerprint technology provided by Swedish FPC company as well as the TSA customs lock with single-button linkage structure and biometric identification.  Five different fingerprints can be stored which would have access to unlock the luggage. The technology is powered by two AA batteries and can last up to six months before there’ll need to be replaced. If it happens that the battery dies, they can be charged temporarily using the USB power port it packs.90 Points Smart Unlock Suitcase

The spinner luggage comes with a Nordic design with simple and smooth lines. The luggage body is made of Bayer Makrolon PC material, 3-layer composite pressure-resistant structural plate, while the frame is made from 6-series widened aluminium alloy which has high toughness, strong pressure resistance and impact resistance while increasing support, so that the box body is stable and not easily deformed. The body is built to withstand static pressure and the spinner wheels oscillate seamlessly. The pull rod is also capable of pulling a load of up to 14Kg.90 Points Smart Unlock Suitcase

Read Also: Xiaomi 90 Minutes Spinner Wheel Luggage Suitcase Review

The 90 Minutes Smart Unlock Suitcase comes in Medium Yellow, Dark Green and Pure Black. It is presently available for just 999 yuan ($146) at Xiaomi Youpin.

Xiaomi Poco F1 launched as the cheapest Snapdragon 845 flagship smartphone with Rs. 19,999 (~$286) pricing

Through an unveil event in New Delhi, India, Xiaomi has introduced its new Poco sub-brand by launching the Poco F1 flagship phone. Since it has arrived with a starting price of Rs. 19,999 (~$286), the Poco F1 is the cheapest Snapdragon 845 SoC powered flagship phone available in the market. The specifications and features of the smartphone clearly indicated that it has arrived to take on the other affordable flagship phones such as OnePlus 6 and Honor 10.

Xiaomi Poco F1 color varints_

Design and Display

One of the most striking features of the Xiaomi Poco F1 is that it features a notched IPS LCD screen of 6.18 inches that offers an impressive screen space. The display offers up to 500-nits brightness and a high contrast ratio of 1500:1. Lastly, the screen is protected by Gorilla Glass.

The notch of the phone features all the necessary components like infrared lens, infrared lighting, proximity sensor, earpiece and front camera which allows the phone to unlock even in dark. The infrared face unlock feature can unlock the phone in just 0.4 seconds. The back panel of the Poco F1 is also equipped with a fingerprint scanner.

XIaoim Poco F1 infrared face unlock

The notched display of the Poco F1 produces Full HD+ resolution of 2246 x 1080 pixels along with an aspect ratio of 18.7:9. In order to keep the cost of the phone low, the Poco F1 flagship phone does not feature a glass rear like other flagship phones. The handset features a hard-coated polycarbonate unibody that has been reinforced with internal frame structure.

The three color variants of the smartphone include Graphite Black, Steel Blue and Rosso Red. There is another special variant of the phone called Armored Edition that is made out of Kevlar aramid fiber, a highly durable material that is used for making bulletproof vest.

XIaomi Poco F1 Color Variants

Performance

The Xiaomi Poco F1 that carries a tagline of “Master of Speed” is powered by Snapdragon 845 and up to 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM. At the launch event of the smartphone, the company confirmed that it recorded an impressive AnTuTu benchmarking score of 291,302.

XIaomi Poco F1 internals

Engineers at Xiaomi have placed a copper heat sink above the SoC of the smartphone which helps in dissipating the heat generated by it. It allows the phone to transfer heat at a faster rate of 300 percent. Since it is equipped with “LiquidCool technology”, the handset always delivers sustained peak performance without overheating. The Poco F1 smartphone is packed with 4,000mAh battery that carries support for Quick Charge 3.0. It offers 8 hours of gaming, around 6 hours of FHD video playback, nearly 31 hours of talk time and standby time of 15 days.

Xiaomi Poco F1 includes up to 256 GB (UFS 2.1) of internal storage. For additional storage, it is equipped with a microSD card. A modified version of MIUI runs on the Poco F1. It includes a Poco launcher and Turbocharged engine for fast and fluid performance. Xiaomi has promised that Poco branded phones will be treated with faster updates. It includes lot of customizations such as an app drawer that easily categories apps for easier access and it also carries support for icon packs. The customized MIUI that is based on Android 8.1 Oreo has been optimized to launch popular apps quickly, smoothly run apps in the foreground and offer fluid gesture-based navigation.

Xiaomi Poco F1 MIUI App Drawer

Cameras and Connectivity

The 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 sensor (borrow from Xiaomi Mi 8) hat a massive pixel size of 1.4micron coupled with 5-megapixel secondary sensor is present on the backside of the Poco F1. It is equipped with features like Dual Pixel Autofocus, real-time AI photography and dual-LED flash. On the front side is a 20-megapixel selfie camera (again borrowed from Mi 8) which is also powered with AI for capturing enhanced selfie shots.

The Poco F1 is one of the first devices that carries support for 4G+ that combines with different network frequencies for faster connectivity. The other connectivity features available on the Poco F1 include dual VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB-C and 3.5mm audio jack. It is also equipped with Dirac HD Sound along with dual Smart PA for amazing audio experience.

Xiaomi Poco F1 Pricing, Variants and Availability

The different variants and pricing of the Xiaomi Poco F1 are:

  • 64 GB storage + 6 GB RAM – Rs. 20,990 (~$300)
  • 128 GB storage + 6 GB RAM – Rs. 23,999 (~$343)
  • 256 GB storage + 8 GB RAM – Rs. 28,999 (~$415)
  • Armoured Edition model with 256 GB storage + 8 GB RAM – Rs. 29,999 (~$429)

Through the first-day sale that will take place on Mi.com and Flipkart at 12 PM on Aug. 29, the above variants of the Xiaomi Poco F1 can be availed with an instant discount of Rs. 1,000. The offer is available only for HDFC credit card users. The following screenshots the discounted price of the variants:

Poco F1 first sale offer
Poco F1 buyers can also take advantage of up to Rs. 8000 instant benefits and up to 6TB high speed data through Reliance Jio. Xiaomi is providing a free super cost case along with the handset. Some of the other accessories that will be available for Poco F1 include ultra-slim hard case for Rs. 399 (~$6) and durable and scratch -resistant Armour case for Rs. 799 (~$11). Xiaomi will be also selling replaceable Poco official skins for Rs. 299 (~$5).

Poco official skins Rs. 299

Xiaomi will be holding dedicated launch events on Aug. 27 in three global cities such as Jakarta, Hong Kong and Paris. The Chinese firm has also confirmed that it will be bringing the Poco F1 smartphone in 50 global markets.

Deep Sea Blue Xiaomi Mi Max 3 now available for pre-order, goes on sale August 24

The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 was announced about a month ago. When it launched, it was announced in three colors – Black Stone, Dream Gold, and Deep Sea Blue. However, only the first two colors have been available for purchase.

Mi Max 3 Deep Sea Blue

If you have been waiting for the Deep Sea Blue variant to go on sale, then we are happy to report that it is now available for pre-order ahead of its first sale on August 24. The new variant is already listed on Jing Dong Mall and the official Mi store.

The Deep Sea Blue Mi Max 3 will retain the same pricing as the other color variants. The 4GB RAM + 64GB model will be priced at ¥1699 (~$248) and the 6GB RAM + 128GB version will sell for ¥1999 (~$292).

The Mi Max 3 comes with a 6.9-inch 2160 x 1080 display. Thanks to the 18:9 aspect ratio and smaller bezels, the device is not as wide as the Mi Max 2 which makes it easier to hold with one hand. There is a Snapdragon 636 processor under the hood paired with 4GB or 6GB of RAM.

Mi Max 3 Deep Sea Blue purchase

The phone also gets the dual rear camera treatment; packing a 12MP sensor along with a secondary 5MP sensor. The front-facing camera is an 8MP sensor. There are tons of AI-based features including scene detection and AI portrait mode.

READ MORE: Xiaomi Mi 8 6GB + 64GB model gets 100 yuan price cut in China, now costs 2,599 Yuan ($378)

10.or D2 with 18:9 HD+ display and Snapdragon 425 SoC launched in India, price starts at Rs. 6,999 ($100)

10.or, the smartphone brand that sells its devices exclusively on Amazon India, has been teasing a new smartphone launch since past few days on social media. Today, the company has officially announced 10.or D2, which is the successor of the 10.or D launched last year.

Compared to its predecessor, the 10.or D2 comes with upgraded specifications. The phone sports a 5.45-inch HD+ display with 1440 x 720 pixels screen resolution and 18:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the device is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 425 quad-core processor clocked at 1.4GHz.

10.or D2

It uses the same chipset that powers Xiaomi Redmi 5A and Motorola’s Moto E5, among others. The 10.or D2 comes in two variants — one with 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage while the other variant packs 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. It comes with a dedicated microSD card slot for storage expansion up to 128GB.

The camera configuration of the phone remains the same as its predecessor. It boasts a 13-megapixel Sony IMX258 camera sensor on the back with phase detection autofocus, 5-element lens, and f/2.0 aperture. On the front side, it has a 5-megapixel sensor with 4-element lens and f/2.0 aperture.

Connectivity options on the device include Dual SIM, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, as well as GPS, aGPS, and GLONASS. The phone, which comes with IPX2 water protection, is running Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box and is fulled by a 3,200mAh battery that claims 20 days of standby time.

The 2GB RAM variant of the 10.or D2 is priced at Rs. 6,999 (approximately $100) while the 3GB RAM model costs Rs. 7,999, which roughly converts to $114. It comes in two color options — Beyond Black and Glow Gold.

Read More: Realme 2 smartphone with notched display and dual rear cameras to launch in India on August 28

The phone will go on sale in India on 28th August at 12 PM, exclusively via Amazon India. However, for the Prime members, it’ll be available for purchase on 27th August. Further, the company is also offering a 1-year additional warranty to Prime subscribers.

Buy Hohem iSteady Pro Gimbal At A Dropped Price Of $73.99 On TomTop

 

In order to get the best stabilization with the help of a gimbal, you’re likely to spend a lot of money. Thankfully, the market is rife with low-priced, yet high-end gimbals like the Hohem iSteady Pro.

The iSteady Pro is ideal for shooting high-quality cinematic videos as it gives unparalleled stability and features a broad range of useful shooting modes. While a lot of gimbals available in the market require assembly, the iSteady Pro sports a one-piece design that doesn’t require any sort of set up.

As a result, the iSteady Pro offers better stabilization capacity and superior anti-shake performance. Furthermore, its one-piece design coupled with the high-torque motor guarantees steady footage and stable motion.

The footage can be shot using multiple stabilization modes including the Pan Following mode, Pan & Tilt Following mode, All Locked mode and All Following mode. Note that every mode offers a separate use of the three axes.

The iSteady Pro gimbal is currently available at a heavily discounted price on TomTop. You can now buy this sturdy handheld stabilizing gimbal at a dropped price of just $73.99.

This is a noteworthy 57% reduction in the device’s original asking price of $169. In other words, TomTop is giving buyers an opportunity to save $95.01 without breaking much of a sweat.

The limited offer will be valid for 9 days. So if you’re interested in taking advantage of the discount before the promo ends, follow this link. It is also worth noting that the Flash Sale price will be limited to the remaining 181 pieces.

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Honor 8X has Snapdragon 660, reveals Master Lu benchmarks

Huawei and its sub-brand Honor smartphones usually feature its homegrown Kirin chipsets. There are very few Huawei phones that are powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets. This year Honor has already released Snapdragon 430 powered Honor 7A smartphone and Honor 7C phone with Snapdragon 450. The Master Lu listing of the upcoming Honor 8X reveals it will be the next Snapdragon SoC powered phone from the company. It was speculated that the Honor 8X may feature the new Kirin 710 SoC by Huawei. However, the Master Lu benchmarks have revealed Honor 8X is fueled by Snapdragon 660.

TENAA has recently certified an Honor phone that has a model number of ARE-AL00. This smartphone is expected to go official as Honor 8X. The same model has surfaced on Chinese benchmarking platform named Master Lu. The Snapdragon 660 powered Honor 8X has recorded a benchmarking score of 123,919.

Honor 8X Master Lu Listing

The Snapdragon 660 mobile platform is coupled with 4 GB of RAM. The handset is equipped with 16-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual camera setup. For shooting selfies, it is fitted with a front-facing camera of 8-megapixel. Master Lu listing of Honor 8X has no information on the size of its display, but it has confirmed that it carries support for Full HD+ resolution of 2244 x 1080 pixels. The leakster who has shared the screenshot of the Master Lu listing claims that Honor 8X will be also coming in Snapdragon 636 SoC version.

The TENAA images of the Honor 8X have confirmed that it features a round-shaped notched screen. Also, the TENAA listing of the phone has revealed with a huge screen of 7.12 inches. The fresh images of the smartphone that surfaced few hours ago have confirmed that it will be indeed coming with a massive screen.

Honor 8X leaked photo

Read More: Honor 8X pops up in live photo: it seems HUGE!

The other features of the Honor 8X include 4,900mAh battery with 18W fast charging, Android 8.1 Oreo OS and rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. A recently released teaser of the phone suggest that it would be also packed with features like liquid cooling, CPU Turbo and GPU Turbo. As of this writing, there is no confirmation on the launch date of the smartphone.

Honor 8X seems to be a worth competitor for Xiaomi Mi Max 3 that is equipped with specs like 6.99-inch FHD+ display, Snapdragon 636, 4 GB / 6 GB RAM and 5,500mAh battery. What do you think about the Honor 8X? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

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Buy SYL-08 Electric Skateboard For Only $395.99 On GeekBuying [Discount Coupon Inside]

Electric skateboards are deemed as one of the most fun things to ride, and the market is brimming with all sorts of electric motor-equipped skateboards. On the downside, you’re highly likely to end up spending a lot of money on high-end electric skateboards.

In a bid to ensure even cost-conscious buyers can get their hands on a skateboard with motor, GeekBuying is doling out a noteworthy discount on the SYL-08 electric skateboard. In addition to shedding on the aforesaid discount, we’ll show how you can save more money while checking out.

Aside from being a unique choice of commute, the SYL-08 is ideal for casual going out and leisure activities. The SYL-08 can reach a max speed of 40km/h, and you can control the speed using a Bluetooth remote control.


The SYL-08 would normally set you back $549.99 on online stores. But thanks to a 24% discount offered by GeekBuying, this irresistible electric skateboard can now be yours at a dropped price of just $419.99.

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While the discount will be valid for 3 days, the coupon code is likely to expire soon. It is imperative for you to visit this link without wasting time if you’re interested in taking advantage of the discount.

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Nokia 7 Plus confirmed to get Android 9.0 Pie update in September

Recently, HMD Global had announced that all the Nokia smartphones will eventually be updated to the latest Android 9.0 Pie. Now, the company has confirmed that the update will first be seeded to the Nokia 7 Plus.

At a Nokia 6.1 Plus launch event in New Delhi, India, the company’s CEO suggested that the Android Pie update for the Nokia 7 Plus will be rolled out in September this year but also added that the timeframe may differ based on the region.

Android 9.0 Pie

We are expecting that after the Nokia 7 Plus, the update will be rolled out to Nokia 8 Sirocco and the newly launched Nokia 6.1 Plus. Later on, the update will be rolled out to every other Nokia smartphone, given that all the recently launched phones from HMD Global are part of Google‘s Android One program.

The Android 9.0 Pie, which was available in beta phase since March this year, comes with a number of improvements, including new personalization features, battery-saving optimizations, and tools that help tracking time users spend on the phone.

It also addresses the latest trends in smartphone designs with revamped navigational controls. It introduces a new gesture-based navigation system. There are also a number of other gesture-based shortcuts. It is also said to be the most personalized version of Android yet.

Read More: Nokia 6.1 Plus and Nokia 5.1 Plus goes official in India; Specifications, features and pricing

The Nokia 7 Plus comes with a 6-inch Full-HD+ IPS display and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor. It packs 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage with expandable support. There’s a 12MP + 13MP dual cameras on the back and a 16MP front-facing camera. Running on stock Android Oreo, it is fuelled by a 3,800mAh battery with fast charging support.

Google Pixel 3 XL design leaked in fresh photos

In the previous week, a person traveling on a Toronto streetcar was spotted with the upcoming Google Pixel 3 XL smartphone. Fresh photos that seems to show the same person holding the Pixel 3 XL smartphone have surfaced once again.

The image that shows the front view of the Pixel 3 XL can be seen having a conversation through WhatsApp. The bright interface of the app does well to reveal the design of the Pixel 3 XL’s display. The handset features a bigger notch as it houses multiple components such as dual selfie cameras, a speaker and some sensors.

Google Pixel 3 XL front leaked photo
The exact size of the chin of the Pixel 3 XL cannot be determined through the image because of the thick navigator bar. However, instead of on-screen keys, the handset is expected to support gesture-based navigation. The bottom bezel of the phone is expected to feature another speaker.

The other image shows the dual-tone rear panel of the Pixel 3 XL. The upper part of the back seems to be made out of glass with a glossy finish whereas its remaining portion seems to feature a frosted coating. The upper glass portion is fitted with a single camera along with its LED flash.

Google Pixel 3 XL rear leaked photo

Read More: Google Pixel 3 XL unboxing video, hands-on images leaked

The Pixel 3 XL is expected to feature 6.7-inch OLED screen. The Snapdragon 845 SoC along with 4 GB of RAM is expected to power the handset. It is likely to receive power from 3,430mAh battery. The Pixel 3 XL along with the smaller Pixel 3 are expected to debut as the first smartphones with Android 9 Pie OS. For photography, the handset is rumored to feature a rear camera of 12-megapixel and the dual camera setup at the front may include an 8-megapixel sensor.

Rumors have it that Google may unleash the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones on Oct. 4 and it make them available in the market after a month after its announcement. The same launch event is expected to unleash other Google products such as a Pixel Watch, a new Smart Display and a new version of Chromecast.

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Check Out Banggood’s 12th Anniversary Promotion Sale!


Banggood is leaving no stone unturned to commemorate its 12th anniversary which is just around the corner. Renowned for offering the best bang for your buck on a broad range of products, the Chinese online store will be celebrating the red-letter event from August 22nd to September 7th by in the form of various promotions.

Banggood is giving buyers an opportunity to avail a 9% off coupon today, August 22nd. On  Monday, August 27th, the site will kick off a new promotion dubbed ‘Coupon Rain at APP,’ while its ‘600pcs Free Orders’ promotion will start on September 5th and run until September 7th.

Banggood is also giving a 6% off on smartphones, tablet PCs, feature phones, 3D printers, TV Boxes and a slew of smart home gadgets in the form of coupon code 12annv-6%. Moreover, you can grab a 9% off coupon if your order exceeds $80.

This promotion has been split into multiple categories including Top Recommendations, RC Toys & Hobbies, Hot Electronics, Smart Device, Automobile & Motorcycles, Outdoor Gears, Home & Supplies, and Fashion Items. More importantly, each category comprises a wide selection of items that you can buy at a considerably lowered price.
For instance, you can get a 17% off on the Xiaomi Mi A2 smartphone that would normally set you back $299.99 on online stores. Thanks to the discount, you can now buy the feature-laden phone at a reduced price of just $249.99.

You can use the aforesaid coupon codes in order to get additional discounts at the time of checking out. You can follow this link to check out more details and avail the huge discounts before the promotion wraps up.

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Vivo X23 teaser confirms 8GB RAM + 128GB storage version

Vivo has been sending out a couple of teasers for the upcoming X23 smartphone which should drop any moment from now. The latest teaser which is quite revealing is that the smartphone will be equipped with an 8GB RAM variant. The 8GB RAM variant will have a huge 128GB of internal storage. Vivo X23

The 8GB RAM variant is gradually becoming a trend, especially among flagship models, but we have also seen it on some mid-range phones. The 8GB DDR4LX flash memory is just enough to meet the needs of users including heavy gamers. The Vivo X23 is expected to succeed the X21 which was launched earlier this year and so, is positioned as a premium mid-ranger. The device is expected to be different from its predecessor in many aspects, including the screen which has been spotted with a valley-style notch and with a screen ratio of up to 91.2%. The device is also expected to come with the on-screen fingerprint technology. A recent teaser by Vivo revealed the presence of a Red/violet gradient colour scheme on one of the models. This is in addition to the Blu/Violet (Blue/Black) hue which had earlier been revealed via teaser poster.

Read Also: More live photos of the Vivo X23 appear online

In other aspects, the Vivo X23 is expected to pack a 6.4-inch AMOLED screen. The handset may either feature Snapdragon 670 or Snapdragon 710 SoC along with the 8 GB of RAM which is now confirmed. We expect other memory versions to be launched as well. In addition, the X23 is also expected to carry support for 3D facial scanning through TOF 3D depth camera technology. The handset is also expected to support 22.5W fast charging through USB-C. No word yet on its launch date but reservation for the device has reportedly commenced on Vivo’s China website meaning its launch is imminent.

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