AnTuTu’s top 10 best performance phones for July is led by Black Shark with nearly 300,000 score

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Aug 6, 2018

As part of its recently commenced promo, Banggood is doling out big discounts on a broad range of Digoo-branded items. Dubbed as the ‘Digoo Carnival,’ the promo carries a 15% off coupon which applies to specific products as well as CN warehouses.

The promotion sale comprises heavily discounted items that have been split into various categories in order to aid the search process. We’ll shed light on some of these categories and show how you can save a considerable amount of more money during the checkout process.

The New Recommendation section features electronic items that come in handy in day to day life. More importantly, the items included in this section are available at a heavily discounted price.

For instance, you can get a 33% off on the DG-FR200 smart LED digital display alarm clock from Digoo. The item normally sells for $17.88, but thanks to the aforesaid discount, it is now available at an affordable price of just $11.99.
You can buy various kitchen items in the category called Kitchen Tools. It is worth noting that Banggood is offering a considerable discount on select items covered in this section.

Similarly, the Bathroom and Living Room categories are crammed with high-quality kitchen and bathroom products that you can buy at a lowered price. You can find an impressive array of must-have gardening tools in the next category dubbed as Gardening Outdoor.

The 15%OFF Coupon Area section is where you can apply coupon code ’15fes’ to get an additional discount on a slew of products. For the sake of an instance, Banggood is offering 15% off on the Digoo DG-TBK bell clock which normally carries a price tag of $16.99 on Banggood.

You can save an extra $2.17 by applying coupon code ’15fes’ at the time of checking out. In other words, you can utilize the above-mentioned coupon in order to bring your already discounted grand total further down to just $12.31.

On the downside, this discount coupon will only be valid only until August 31st. If you’re interested in taking advantage of Banggood’s Summer Carnival, you can head straight to this link without wasting time.

Check Out Summer Carnival Promo On Banggood

Razer Phone 2 to launch by 2018 end in China

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Aug 6, 2018

In November 2017, Razer had launched the Razer Phone as its first ever gaming smartphone. The company is now rumored to be working on Razer Phone 2 as a successor for the last year’s model. Fresh information shared by none other Razer Global VP Chen Xiaoping suggests that Razer Phone 2 will go official by the end of this year in China.

During the ongoing ChinaJoy 2018 tech expo in Shanghai, Chen has revealed that a new Razer device powered by the Qualcomm chipset will be announce by the end of 2018. However, he did not confirm on the name of the device. Probably, he could be talking about the Razer Phone 2 smartphone.

The newest Qualcomm flagship that is currently available in the market is the Snapdragon 845. Some rumors are claiming that the Razer Phone 2 may feature the Snapdragon 855 that is expected to get announced in December. However, it may so happen that Razer may announce the Razer Phone 2 with Snapdragon 845 in November just as the predecessor smartphone was launched in the same month in 2017.

In the recent past, some manufacturers have launched gaming-centric smartphones such as Xiaomi Black Shark, Nubia Red Magic, ASUS ROG Phone, Honor Play and Honor Note 10. The original Razer Phone was not launched in China, but the upcoming Razer Phone 2 is likely in the country to rival with aforementioned gaming phones.

At present there is no information on the specifications of the Razer Phone 2. However, it is likely to feature 120 Hz display and 8 GB of RAM like the original Razer Phone. The company may house a 4,000mAh or larger battery inside the Razer Phone 2.

It is speculated that Razer may announce Project Linda at IFA 2018. It is a laptop-like device which features a slot to place the Razer Phone and use its screen as touchpad. The notebook is powered by Razer Phone’s Snapdragon 835 SoC and 8 GB RAM. The screen of the phone may function as a secondary display.

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Honor Play with GPU Turbo and 4D Gaming launched in India, pricing starts at Rs. 19,999 ($291)

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Aug 6, 2018

Honor Play was launched in China last month. Today, as promised, Huawei’s sub-brand has launched the same gaming-centric smartphone in the Indian market. The phone will be available in two color options — Midnight Black and Navy Blue.

The 4GB RAM model costs Rs. 19,999 (approximately $291) while the 6GB RAM model is priced at Rs. 23,999, which roughly converts to $349. It will be available exclusively via Amazon India and Honor Store from today 4:00 PM.

The Honor Play boasts a 6.3-inch Full HD+ LCD display with 2340 x 1080 pixel screen, 19.5:9 aspect ratio and 85 percent NTSC color gamut. It is powered by Huawei‘s own Kirin 970 10nm octa-core processor with Mali-G72 MP12 GPU, and i7 co-processor.

It comes in two variants based on the memory configuration — 4GB RAM and 6GB RAM with 64GB internal storage. There’s a microSD card slot for expanding the storage capacity. The phone runs EMUI 8.2 based on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system.

In the camera department, it features a dual-camera on the back, consisting of a 16-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel rear sensor with AI features. On the front side, there’s a 16-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

There’s a fingerprint sensor on the back panel. The Face Unlock feature on the phone uses artificial intelligence that the company claims helps in adapting to different lightings and minute facial changes for accuracy. It also has a security feature that reveals notifications on the screen only when it recognizes the face.

As said, the Honor Play is basically a gaming-centric smartphone and is the first Honor device to feature the company’s “breakthrough” GPU Turbo technology that enhances GPU performance significantly by increasing graphics processing efficiency up to 60 percent.

It also comes with 4D Gaming that vibrates the phone in real-time when the user is playing games. The vibration happens when it detects different scenes like explosions and shots. This is similar to the force/haptic feedback on gaming controllers while playing on PCs or gaming consoles.

Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, GPS, Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 3.5 mm headphone jack, and USB Type-C. The phone is fuelled by a 3,750mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging.

Check out our review of Honor Play here.

Sony Xperia XZ2 gets a solid $300 discount in China on JD

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Aug 6, 2018

Sony launched the Xperia XZ2 duo back in April in China. At the time of launch, the smaller sibling, the Xperia XZ2 was priced at 5999 Yuan (~$954). Despite the flagship grade specs, this was an exorbitant price considering the competitive nature of the Chinese market as well as the availability of better options. However, just under four months of its release, the Xperia XZ2 is selling for nearly $300 less than its official price tag. China’s leading retailer, JD.com is currently offering the phone for just 3999 Yuan ($584) which is a massive price cut in such a short time span!

At present, only the 6+64GB variant seems to be on sale and you can get it in just one color: Liquid Black. Other colors namely liquid silver, deep green, and ash pink are currently listed as out of stock. After this price cut, the Xperia XZ2 turns out to be a competitive option for high-end buyers.

The phone comes with a double-glass sandwich design featuring a 3D curved back to enhance the grip and a metal frame in the middle. Powered by the top-end Snapdragon 845 chipset inside, the phone features a beautiful 5.7-inch 2160x1080p display with TRILUMINOS, X-Reality Engine and HDR. The XZ2 features a single 19MP motion eye camera which can record 4K HDR and 960 fps slo-mo videos. Other notable features include 3060mAh battery, IP68 water and dust resistance, QC 3.0, Wireless charging, and Android 8.0 Oreo.

Sony’s sales have been dwindling in the past few years with the company even planning to revise its initial estimate from 10 million smartphone sales in 2018 to 9 million after a disappointing Q2 2018. In comparison, the company had sold over 22 million smartphones in 2017.

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Buy The OnePlus 6 Smartphone At Best Prices Online [Discount Coupons Inside]

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Aug 6, 2018

The OnePlus 6 smartphone became an instant hit after hitting the store shelves earlier this year. Regrettably, the coveted smartphone doesn’t come cheap.

If you’re a smartphone enthusiast looking to get your hands on a feature-laden mobile that doesn’t empty your pocket, look no further. We’ll divulge details about online stores where you can buy the Oneplus 6 at the best price.

Oppomart

The big 6.28-inch FHD+ screen-equipped OnePlus 6 smartphone normally sells for $549 on Oppomart. Thankfully, you can now buy it a dropped price of just $499 on Oppomart, which is deemed as the best online store to buy OPPO, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Huawei and a slew of other Android phones.

You can follow this link to get $100 off the OnePlus 6 smartphone on Oppomart.

GeeKmaxi

You can get a noteworthy discount on the Oneplus 6 4G LTE smartphone on GeeKmaxi. The young team that sells a broad range of affordable products is currently selling the power-packed smartphone at a reduced price of just 524,99 € (about $606).

It is worth noting that the OnePlus 6 smartphone would normally set you back 584,99 €, which converts roughly to about $676 on GeeKmaxi. This discount is valid for 6GB RAM+64GB ROM version of the smartphone.

On top of that, you can use coupon code ‘YSSCZG6I’ to get an extra 20€ (about $23) off the phone’s already discounted price. The aforesaid coupon is slated to expire on August 31st.

Alternatively, you can get considerable discounts on the 8GB RAM+128GB ROM, and 8GB RAM+256GB ROM versions of the smartphone as well. You can follow this link to avail the discount.

GearBest

The international version of the OnePlus 6 phablet can now be yours if you’re willing to shell out just $499.99 on GearBest. This is a noteworthy 26% reduction on the 6GB RAM + 64GB ROM version of the phablet, that packs a powerful Snapdragon 845 Octa Core 2.8GHz processor, under the hood.

You can follow this link to take the discount. Note that the Flash Sale price will only be valid for the 293 pieces for 7 days.

Likewise, you can get 21% off the retail price of the 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM version of the OnePlus 6 phablet by visiting this link. You can choose from 3 different color versions including mirror black, midnight black, and silk white.

The aforesaid version would normally set you back a pretty penny, but you can now buy it at a reduced price of just $589.99 on GearBest. You can choose from 3 color versions including mirror black, midnight black, and silk white.

You can buy the bigger 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM version of the phablet is now available at a discounted price of $679.99 by visiting this link. This is a 19% reduction in the device’s original price and it will be valid for the midnight black color version.

Banggood

The 6GB RAM + 64G ROM sells for $544.31 on Banggood, but if you’re a tight budget, you can save a considerable amount of money simply by applying coupon code ‘8BGONEP6’ at the time of checking out. Offering a 12% discount, the coupon code reduces the device’s selling price to just $478.99. Click here to avail the discount.

Similarly, you can apply coupon code ‘OPBG6W’ to get a 9% off on the 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM version of the OnePlus 6 phablet by heading straight to this link. This is in addition to the 14% discount Banggood is currently offering this version’s retail price.

While the device sells for $699.99, Banggood is giving buyers an opportunity to get their hands on the OnePlus 6 smartphone at a dropped price of just $599.99. The aforesaid coupon, which will expire on August 31st, can be used to further reduce the price to just $545.99.

The 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM version of the OnePlus 6 smartphone is up for grabs bearing a price tag of $689.99. You can simply follow this link to buy the black color version of the smartphone.

AliExpress

You can get 3 different versions including 6GB RAM + 64GB ROM, 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM, and 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM of the OnePlus 6 mobile phone on AliExpress. You’d need to shell out $501.58 to $805.99. Follow this link to check out more details.

Xiaomi Mi 8X images leaked; Could be next SD710 Xiaomi phone

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Aug 6, 2018

Xiaomi Mi 8 SE that was launched at May end is the first ever Snapdragon 710 powered smartphone. Rumors have it that the company may also debut another Snapdragon 710 phone this year. A tipster from China has shared some images of an upcoming Xiaomi smartphone called Xiaomi Mi 8X. He claims that it is fueled by Snapdragon 710 SoC.

The leaked images show that the Mi 8X will be available in at least two color options such as white and blue. The handset seems to be featuring a glass or ceramic rear. The top-left corner of the back panel features a vertical dual camera setup. What’s interesting about this smartphone is that it does not feature a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. The leakster claims that the Mi 8X is equipped with in-screen fingerprint scanner.

Another leakster has claimed that the upcoming Mi Note could be replaced by Mi 8X phone. He has shared another image which shows Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun holding a mysterious dual camera smartphone that lacks a rear-facing fingerprint scanner. It appears that Jun could be holding the mysterious Xiaomi Mi 8X smartphone.

Earlier this year, XDA Developers had revealed Xiaomi’s upcoming Snapdragon 710 smartphones are codenamed as Sirius and Comet. Xiaomi has already unveiled the Sirius phone as Xiaomi Mi 8 SE. So, there is a possibility that the rumored Snapdragon 710 powered Xiaomi MI 8X could be Comet phone.

The leaked firmware files of the Comet phone have revealed that it is a Mi series smartphone with OLED screen. The display of the phone carries support for Always-On Display (AOD) feature. However, the screen may not feature a notch. It will arrive preinstalled with Android 8.1 Oreo. Some of its other rumored features include 3,000mAh battery, dual-SIM support and IR blaster. The leaked firmware files have revealed that it will not be featuring a microSD card slot and it won’t carry support for NFC.

In the coming month, Xiaomi may debut the Xiaomi Mi 3 smartphone. The handset is expected to come with a notch-less display and it other rumored features include in-display fingerprint scanner, pop-up selfie camera, Snapdragon 845 SoC and Qi wireless charging enabled battery. It may so happen that Xiaomi may announce the notch-less Xiaomi Mi 8X alongside Mi MIX 3 in September. However, it is advisable to wait to further reports to confirm on the existence of Mi 8X.

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Google accidentally reveals launch date of its upcoming smartphone Pixel 3

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Aug 6, 2018

As we all know, tech giant Google is currently working on its flagship smartphones — Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. While we know a lot about the phones thanks to several leaks surrounding the devices, the launch date of the devices were not known.

Now, thanks to a slip-up from the Google Canada team, we now know that the company is planning to launch the Pixel 3 on October 4. However, this seems to be the date of unveiling the phone and not the actual date when the device starts shipping.

Google posted an ad on its Famebit site that implies the phone is going to be formally revealed on or by October 4th. The posted ad was reportedly created by Google itself to promote the Pixel 3 in Canada, with a description that notes, “The Pixel 3 Phone is launching October 4th, 2018.”

The October 4 launch date for the Pixel 3-series phones seems genuine given that Google has launched the first-generation and second-generation Pixel-series phones on October 4th at its typical “Made by Google” event.

A recent Geekbench listing of the Pixel 3 XL revealed its key specifications, indicating that the phone will run Android 9.0 P operating system along with 4GB RAM. While the processor is not mentioned, it’s likely to be the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845. There could also be a 6GB RAM variant of the phone.

Recent reports have revealed that the Pixel 3 will be arriving with an 18:9 aspect ratio and its larger sibling will be equipped with a notched display that will deliver a 19:9 aspect ratio. Both the phones are expected to arrive with dual front-facing cameras and a single rear camera sensor.

Further, both the devices are speculated to come with support for wireless charging as well as Active Edge feature that allows users to launch Google Assistant and also silence calls by squeezing the sides of the phone.

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Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i to launch in Taiwan on August 23

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Aug 6, 2018

Last month, Huawei launched its two new mid-range phones — Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i in China. Later, both the models were introduced in the Indian market. Now, it’s time for the phone’s debut in Taiwan.

The previous report mentioned that both the phones will launch in Taiwan by the end of this month. Now, Huawei has officially revealed that the Nova 3 and Nova 3i will be launched in Taiwan at a press event on 23rd August. No further details are available related to the devices, including pricing and availability.

The Huawei Nova 3 features a large 6.3-inch Full HD+ display with 19.5:9 aspect ratio and 2340 x 1080 pixels screen resolution. Under the hood, it is powered by the company’s own flagship chipset Kirin 970 AI, which is coupled with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage.

The device comes with the company’s recently launched GPU Turbo technology that promises a 60% increase in performance and 30% battery saving. There’s a dual-camera setup on the back, consisting of a 16-megapixel primary sensor and a 24-megapixel secondary camera sensor on the back, with one being a color sensor and other being monochrome.

The camera has f/1.8 aperture lens, phase detection autofocus, contrast AF, artificial intelligence-based scene recognition, short video effects via artificial intelligence and even HDR Pro. On the front side, there’s a 24-megapixel primary sensor with f/2.0 sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor that supports AI features as well as an enhanced beauty mode. The phone also supports IR face unlock and 3D face recognition payments.

Connectivity options on the device include Dual 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11ac (2.4GHz/5GHz), Bluetooth 4.2 LE, GPS, and USB Type-C. The smartphone features 3D Emoji AR support and runs on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system based EMUI 8.2 user interface. It is fueled by a 3,750mAh battery that supports fast charging.

On the other hand, the Nova 3i features a 6.3-inch Full HD+ with 2340 x 1080 pixels, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, and 2.5D curved display. It is powered by Kirin 710 octa-core processor along with 4GB RAM and 128GB internal storage with microSD card support up to 256GB.

There’s a dual-camera setup at back with 16-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. On the front side, there’s a 24-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. Connectivity options on the device include Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz) 2×2 MIMO, Bluetooth 4.2 LE, and GPS + GLONASS.

Just like Nova 3, this one also comes with GPU Turbo feature. It also has a fingerprint sensor on the back for added security. The phone runs on Android Oreo operating system with the company’s own custom interface EMUI 8.2 on top. The device is powered by a 3,340mAh battery.

Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 key specifications, ~$569 pricing leaked

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Aug 6, 2018

Last year, Xiaomi had launched the Mi MIX 2 in September and it had announced Mi MIX 2S phone as its upgraded version in March this year. It is heavily speculated that Xiaomi may announce the Mi MIX 3 flagship phone as a successor for the Mi MIX 2 in the coming month. A recent leak had claimed that the Mi MIX 3 may go official on Sept. 15. Also, it is speculated that the smartphone may offer more screen space as it won’t be featuring a selfie camera on the bottom bezel of the phone. Instead of it, it may arrive with an LED flash enabled pop-up selfie camera. Today, a leaked screenshot of what appears to be official listing of the Mi MIX 3 has surfaced. The screenshot has revealed the key specifications as well as the pricing of the phone.

As it can be seen in the leaked screenshot, the Mi MIX 3 will be supporting 2K resolution on its AMOLED display that will be equipped with COP packaging technology. The Snapdragon 845 chipset will be present inside it. For shooting selfies, the handset will be featuring a 20-megapixel pop-up front camera. An in-display fingerprint scanner will be also present on the Mi MIX 3. Lastly, the leak also reveals that the smartphone will carry support for Qi wireless charging. Apart from these specs, the new leak has no information on RAM, storage and battery capacities of the Mi MIX 3.

In 2015, Xiaomi had filed a patent for selfie flash equipped pop-up front camera. Multiple reports that have surfaced in the recent past have claimed that the upcoming Mi MIX 3 would be featuring the same selfie camera setup. The Xiaomi Mi 8 is equipped with a 20-megapixel selfie camera. Probably, the company may use the same selfie snapper on the Mi MIX 3.

The Mi MIX 2S is the first Xiaomi phone to arrive with support for Qi wireless charging. Hence, it is likely that the Mi MIX 3 would be also equipped with Qi wireless charging. The Mi 8 Explorer Edition that was unleashed alongside the Mi 8 is the first Xiaomi phone to feature an in-display fingerprint scanner. The upcoming Mi MIX 3 flagship phone could be the second phone to feature it.

The snapshot has also revealed that the Mi MIX is priced at 3,899 Yuan (~$569). Unfortunately, there is no confirmation on the authenticity of the above screenshot. Hence, it is advisable to digest the report with grain of salt.

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LG Display to reportedly start production of foldable display next year

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Aug 6, 2018

LG Display, which is one of the major manufacturers when it comes to LCD and LED displays, is now reportedly planning to start production of its foldable OLED display next year.

Reports suggest that LG has been developing the technology for foldable display for years but when it comes to the production of such displays, the likes of Samsung and China-based BOE are leading the race.

The latest report now says that LG Display is now collaborating with “a global OEM” for the production of a foldable display panel for one of its traditional partners. However, the report does not mention for which company it is starting the production. It could be Google, Microsoft or a China-based smartphone manufacturer.

LG Display is said to be trying new technology to develop high-quality foldable panels. In order to protect organic matter from oxygen and moisture, a new atomic layer deposition (ALD) technology is being introduced instead of the existing chemical vapor deposition (CVD) technology in thin film encapsulation process for multiple layers of thin films.

While Samsung has already started production of its foldable display panel and is currently the leading firm in such technology, Samsung Display is likely to supply the technology to its own company and not ship out to other manufacturers. This could make other smartphone manufacturers stir towards LG Display or BOE.

Huawei is expected to launch its foldable smartphone ahead of Samsung. Reports indicate that while Huawei plans to launch its foldable device by the end of this year, Samsung is scheduling the launch of its foldable phone during CES in January next year.

Apart from Huawei and Samsung, Xiaomi and Oppo are also said to be working on a foldable smartphone that could get launched next year. LG has also filed for multiple patents for the different design of devices and use cases of a foldable display.

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Buy 85 Keys Ultra Thin BT Mini Keyboard For Just $10.99 On TomTop

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Aug 6, 2018

While users often ignore the importance of having a good keyboard, you can get an advantage if you’re using a feature-laden keyboard designed for specific purposes. Surprisingly, computer parts and peripherals can set you back a pretty penny.

Keeping in line with that, you’d need to shell out $19.95 on the 85 keys ultra thin BT mini keyboard, which is compatible with a broad range of desktops, laptops, tablets, and even mobile phones. But if you aren’t willing to spend that kind of money on a keyboard, we got good news for you.

You can now get a 45% off on the 85 keys ultra thin BT mini keyboard, thanks to a recently kicked off Flash Sale on TomTop. As part of this limited offer, the Chinese online store will be selling the foldable and portable keyboard at a dropped price of just $10.99.
Aside from being dustproof, the 85 keys ultra thin BT mini keyboard boasts an array of other awe-inspiring features that make it an excellent choice for frequent travelers, students, and business persons. This mini silicon keyboard can be applied to the speech so you can focus on what’s more important during a meeting.

The keyboard’s surface is washable and you can even roll it for storage. On top of that, the compact keyboard is extremely light-weight and can be carried everywhere without breaking much of sweat. This makes it a perfect companion for those who are always on the go.

You can follow this link to check out more details and avail the discount which will be valid for red as well as the black color version of the keyboard. It is worth noting that the Flash Sale will only be valid for the remaining 413 pieces of the black and 455 pieces of the red version for 25 days.

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Buy Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop For Just $1599.99 On GeekBuying

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Aug 6, 2018

If you’re an avid gamer looking to get your hands on a compelling gaming laptop without spending a lot of money, look no further. The Intel Core i7-8750H, Hexa-Core, 4.1GHz max processor-equipped Mi Gaming laptop is currently up for grabs at a dropped price on GeekBuying.

Xiaomi Mi Gaming laptop boasts enhanced performance and is capable of delivering ample power for gaming, movies and carrying out multiple tasks at the same time. Under the hood, it packs the NVIDIA GeForce GTX1060 GPU, which offers 6GB DDR5 graphics memory for an uninterrupted mainstream gaming experience.

The Mi Gaming laptop normally carries a steep price tag on the online store, but much to the relief of gamers who are on a tight budget GeekBuying is doling out a 12% off on the laptop’s steep retail price of $1822.99. As a result, you can now buy the power-packed laptop at a considerably reduced price of just $1599.99.

In other words, you can save $223 on the original asking price of the Mi Gaming laptop without breaking much of a sweat. You can follow this link if you’re interested in checking out other variants of the Xiaomi Mi Gaming laptop and avail the discount before the promo comes to an end.

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Motorola confirms August 15 launch event in China

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Aug 6, 2018

Through the official Weibo account, Motorola has today confirmed that it will be holding an unveil event on Aug. 15 at Wuhan, China. The Lenovo-owned company has recently launched the Moto Z3 smartphone in the U.S. It is speculated that the very same smartphone may get introduced in China through the upcoming launch event. In the recent past, the TENAA telecom regulatory agency in China has approved devices likes Motorola One, One Power, Moto Z3 Play and Moto E5 Plus. Hence, it is likely that the Aug. 15 launch event could be used to announce multiple smartphones.

Shown above is the official poster of the Aug. 15 event by Motorola. Apart from confirming on the launch date, the poster does not reveal any information on the device(s) that will be announced on Aug. 15. Through another Weibo post, the company has hinted that the Moto Z3 that was recently launched in the U.S. may debut in China. Hence, the Moto Z3 is most likely to get unveiled in the coming week. The big number 5 in the above poster could be hinting the 5G Moto Mod that may go official with the Moto Z3.

The Moto Z3 features a 6-inch Super AMOLED display that supports 18:9 aspect ratio. The Snapdragon 835 SoC, 4 GB of RAM and 3,000mAh battery are the driving force of the smartphone. It has an internal storage of 64 GB. The other features of the Moto Z3 include microSD card slot, Android 8.1 Oreo, dual 12-megapixel rear camera, 8-megapixel front camera, side-mounted fingerprint and Moto Mods accessories support.

The TENAA certification has revealed that the Moto Z3 Play is equipped with Snapdragon 636, 4 GB / 6 GB RAM, 64 GB / 128 GB storage, 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup, 8-megapixel front camera and 3,300mAh battery. Like Z3, the Z3 Play is also equipped with Android 8.1 Oreo, 6-inch S-AMOLED display and side-mounted fingerprint reader. The Moto E5 Plus for China may sport better specs than its international model. Its TENAA listing has revealed improved specs like larger 5,000mAh battery and a higher variant with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage.

The TENAA certifications of Motorola One and One Power phones have revealed that some of their specs will be identical. Both handsets are expected to feature notched screen of 6.18 inches that will support FHD+ resolution of 2246 x 1080 pixels. They are also speculated to feature 1.8 GHz octa-core processor, 16-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera and 8-megapixel front camera. Previous leaks have revealed that these handsets will go official as Android One devices.

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Get $60 Discount Order When You Preorder Ulefone Armor 5 Smartphone On Banggood

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Aug 6, 2018

The feature-laden Armor 5 smartphone was unveiled in July this year. Ulefone’s rugged phone comes with the IP68 certification and is highly durable even in demanding surroundings.

Touted as the first rugged smartphone with a notch display, the Armor 5 garnered mixed reactions among smartphone lovers with some users rejecting the notch. However, a large number of users simply adored it.

The Ulefone Armor 5 smartphone strikes a perfect balance between sturdy features and an awe-inspiring design. The phone is without an iota of doubt, an interesting choice but if that doesn’t impress you much we got good news for you.

The pre-presale campaign for Ulefone Armor 5 smartphone kicked off recently on Banggood. As part of the promotion sale, you can get a considerable 24% off on the phone’s usually selling price.

The phone normally comes bearing a steep price tag of $249.99, but much to the delight of cost-conscious buyers the Chinese online store will be selling it at a dropped price of just $189.99. The discount will be valid for the black and blue color versions of the smartphone.

On the downside, there were only 99 pieces of the aforesaid color versions left at the time of writing. If you’re interested in taking advantage of the promo, just follow this link. Note that the Armor 5 smartphone will go back to its retail price once the promo ends on August 13th.

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HTC U12 Life design sketch leak reveals Google Pixel like rear panel

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Aug 6, 2018

HTC has recently launched the HTC U12+ flagship phone and even though it is going through financial crisis, it is still working on newer phones. One of the upcoming smartphones from the Taiwanese firm is the HTC U12 Life mid-range phone. The specifications of the smartphone have already leaked at the end of the previous month. Now, a German tech publication has shared the design of the U12 Life through a sketch. The leak reveals that the U12 Life’s rear design will be similar to the original Google Pixel smartphone and its front side is fitted with an 18:9 aspect ratio screen.

Through the below image, it can be seen that the upper and lower bezels of the U12 Life have been reduced which suggests that it is equipped with a tall aspect ratio display. The right edge of the phone features a volume rocker and a power key. The dual-tone rear design of the U12 Life is reminiscent of the original Google Pixel.

The top portion of the back panel of the Google Pixel line is of glass and the remaining part made out of metal. As far as U12 Life is concerned, it is difficult to guess on the materials of the two parts. The two portions may sport different colors, patterns or materials. As it can be seen in the above the image, the top part features a vertical dual camera setup and a fingerprint scanner whereas the other portion has the logo of the company.

The U12+ was codenamed as “Imagine” and it is speculated that the forthcoming U12 Life has a codename of “Imagine Life.” The smartphone is expected to arrive with an IPS LCD screen of 6 inches. It is expected to carry support for Full HD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. The Snapdragon 636 SoC accompanied by 4 GB of RAM may power the smartphone. It is likely to feature an internal storage of 64 GB and a microSD card slot.

For photography, the HTC U12 Life could be equipped with 16-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup and front-facing camera of 13-megapixel. The handset may receive power from a 3,600mAh battery. There is no information available on the launch date of the smartphone. The U12 Life is likely to be priced at around $350.

OnePlus 6 screen flickering issue will be fixed via an update

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Aug 5, 2018

Some OnePlus 6 users are facing an issue with their displays. The complaint is that the display flickers under bright light. The flickering occurs when adaptive brightness is turned on.

Since the complaints started showing up online OnePlus has been collecting data from users. On Friday, it announced that an update that will fix the issue will begin to roll out to users soon.

The fix will most likely be bundled along with August’s security patch which should arrive soon. No phone has received this month’s security patch yet.

The OnePlus 6 is the latest phone from the Chinese manufacturer. It has a 6.28-inch 2280 x 1080 screen, a Snapdragon 845 processor, 6GB/8GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB/256GB of storage. There are also dual cameras (16MP + 20MP) on its rear and another 16MP sensor in front for selfies.

ASUS Zenfone 5Z update brings tons of camera features including RAW support

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Aug 4, 2018

The Zenfone 5Z is already available for sale in some markets and on pre-order in others. If you already have it then you most definitely received an update last month. ASUS is rolling out yet another update and this time, the focus is on the camera performance.

The new update brings tons of camera improvements and new features. One of the new key features is the ability for users to capture images in RAW format. This format captures all the image data recorded by the sensor when you take a picture. There is no compression and the quality of the photo is much higher. Shooting in RAW is also great for those who want to edit their photos themselves.

Another key feature that comes with the update is support for panorama mode. There is also a button for turning on or off EIS. Below is the complete camera changelog:

Enable RAW file support
Enable Panorama feature
Add on/off button for EIS
Enable flash feature in Pro mode
Filters upgraded to Real-Time Filters
Camera Improvements
Improve HDR functionality
Improve camera stability
Improve auto exposure
Improve photo sharpness
Improve autofocus functionality
Improve slow-motion quality and file size(720p)
Boost audio quality in videos to 192kbps bitrate

The update is also said to bring Wi-Fi stability and fix some bugs.

The Zenfone 5Z is one of the cheapest Snapdragon 845-powered smartphones money can buy. It sells for less than the OnePlus 6 in Europe, India, and North America.

It comes with a 6.2-inch FHD+ display with a notch at the top. Depending on the version you buy, you either get 4GB, 6GB or 8GB of RAM along with 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB of storage respectively.

Nokia 5.1 Plus gets Bluetooth certification, may launch soon

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Aug 4, 2018

It has been a few weeks since HMD Global took the wraps off the Nokia X5 in China. We already know it is getting a global launch and will launch as the Nokia 5.1 Plus but we do not know when that will be. Apparently, the launch should not be far off seeing as the device has gotten Bluetooth certified.

Five variants of the Nokia 5.1 Plus were certified and according to NokiaPowerUser are said to be for different markets. The five versions are TA-1108, TA-1120, TA-1112, TA-1102, and TA-1105. The variant with model number TA-1105 was certified in Malaysia last week.

There are speculations, HMD Global may combine the release of the Nokia 6.1 Plus and Nokia 5.1 Plus which makes sense. Fans are eager to get their hands on both phones so there is no reason to spread their release.

The Nokia 5.1 Plus will come with a 5.8-inch screen with a 1520 x 720 resolution. It will be powered by an Helio P60 processor with up to 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.

Pico Goblin 2 standalone VR headset launches with 3K Display and Snapdragon 835 for ¥1999 (~$290)

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Aug 4, 2018

There are just a handful of standalone VR headsets available for purchase at the moment. The popular ones are the Oculus Go by Facebook’s Oculus, the Lenovo Mirage Solo, and the HTC Vive Focus. A new one just hit the market and it is the Goblin 2 by Pico.

Pico has been making VR headsets for about 3 years now and the Goblin 2 is their third standalone VR headset. Its predecessors are the Pico Goblin and the Pico Neo.

The Pico Goblin 2 has a similar design to the Oculus Go – a rounded rectangle front, polycarbonate body, and straps for holding it in place. Pico has made some significant changes to the new model.

The Goblin 2 weighs significantly less at 268g as against the Goblin’s 400g. This should make it more comfortable to wear for long. The new headset also has smaller dimensions and comes with a redesigned remote. The headset still supports 3DoF.

What we don’t like about the design is the position of the speakers which is underneath the device. So it seems to be pumping sounds downwards. We can’t say how well the speakers sound unless we get a hands-on review. However, there is a 3.5mm audio jack which is also at the bottom of the device.

The major changes are on the inside. The Pico Goblin 2 comes with two 3.5-inch TFT displays for a combined resolution of 2880 x 1600 (3K), unlike the original Goblin that has a single 5.5-inch 2560 x 1440 display. The refresh rate of the displays have also been bumped to 90Hz and the field of view is 101°.

The Goblin 2 also swaps out the Snapdragon 820 of its predecessor for the Snapdragon 835 Mobile Platform and runs Android 8.1 Oreo. RAM is 4GB and built-in storage is 32GB (UFS 2.1) but you can add more storage via a MicroSD card slot (256GB max.).

Even though the Goblin 2 is smaller, Pico has kept the 3500mAh battery capacity of its predecessor. The manufacturer says you should get about 3 hours of use from it. The device charges via a USB-C 3.0 port and has support for USB OTG.

When it comes to content, users can purchase or load apps and content from Pico’s own store or HTC’s Vive Port.