Samsung announces Exynos 9820 8nm chipset with NPU and 40% better GPU performance

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Nov 14, 2018

Today, Samsung has officially unveiled its next-generation mobile chipset — Samsung Exynos 9820 in China carrying a tagline that reads “Extraordinary wisdom, born from the inside.”

The new chipset from Samsung is manufactured using 8nm LPP FinFET process, which the company says consumes 10 percent less power compared to the 10nm process. For comparison, Huawei‘s Kirin 980 and Apple‘s A12 Bionic chipsets are manufactured using the 7nm process.

Samsung Exynos 9820 has a tri-cluster architecture with the fourth generation custom designed CPU cores. It consists of two custom cores for processing power, two Cortex A75 large cores for optimal performance, and four Cortex A55 small cores for greater efficiency.

As per the company, compared to the Exynos 9810, the multi-core performance increased by 15 percent and single-core performance increased by 20 percent. The overall performance of this new chipset is 40 percent better than its predecessor, claims Samsung.

The chipset comes with the Mali-G76 MP12 graphics processor, which has more execution units and double channels. It is claimed to offer 40 percent better performance than the GPU in Exynos 9810 and is also said to be 35 percent more energy efficient. For comparison, the Kirin 980 chipset features Mali-G76 MP10 GPU.

For the first time, the Exynos 9-series chipset from Samsung comes with Neural Processing Unit (NPU) which is said to offer seven times artificial intelligence-based computing power compared to its predecessor.

Coming to the photography, the Exynos 9820 chipset has advanced ISP that supports up to five sensing elements, including infrared sensors for enabling facial recognition. For the front-facing camera, it supports camera sensor of up to 22MP and the same 22MP for the rear camera. It also supports dual-camera setup with a maximum of a 16MP camera sensor. For video recording, the chipset supports 8K 30fps and 4K 120fps and also supports 10bit HEVC/H.264/VP9 codec.

For the display, the chipset supports 4K resolution. As for connectivity, the new chipset from Samsung supports 4G LTE baseband with highest downlink Cat.20 8CA that supports peak speed of 2Gbps and uplink speed of up to 316Mbps. It also supports UFS 2.1/3.0 flash memory and there’s also a hardware-level PUF key management.

The Samsung Exynos 9820 flagship chipset from the South Korean giant will be mass produced by the end of this year and is expected to be used in the company’s upcoming smartphone — Galaxy S10 — which could be unveiled in February next year during Mobile World Congress.

Buy Nokia 105 (2017) Mobile Phone For Just Rp 219,000 On JD And Get Free Gifts!

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Vinay Patel

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Nov 14, 2018

The Nokia 105 feature phone was made available to the public last year in August. Aside from dual-SIM card slots, the phone was loaded with an impressive array of other features that made it an instant hit among Nokia fans.
If you’re in the market for a top-branded feature phone that won’t set you back a pretty penny, we got good news for you. The well-received 2017 edition of the Nokia 105 mobile phone has gone up for sale carrying a considerably reduced price tag on JD.

The Nokia 105 (2017) would normally set you back IDR 249,000 (about $17). But you can now buy it for just Rp 219,000, which converts roughly to about $15 on JD.id, where you can avail a noteworthy 12% discount on the phone’s original asking price for a limited period of time.

The Nokia 105 (2017) is quite an irresistible mobile phone at this price, given that it sports a 1.77 inches screen with 120 x 160 pixels resolution and an aspect ratio of 4:3 ratio with a pixel density of 111 PPI. It is housed in a sleek body and features an eye-catching new design.

Moreover, the Nokia-branded feature phone draws it juices from a removable Li-Ion 800 mAh battery that delivers a standby for 30 days. It features a micro USB 2.0 for charging purpose.

The phone supports FM radio and has a loudspeaker as well as a 3.5mm jack. You can save as many as 2000 contacts on the Nokia 105 (2017) phone which has dimensions of just 112 x 49.5 x 14.4 mm and weighs in at only 73g.

It comes with 4MB RAM and offers 4MB of onboard storage. Furthermore, the Nokia 105 (2017) mobile phone is available on blue, white and other color versions.
Aside from offering the Nokia 105 (2017) mobile phone at an unbeatable price, JD is also giving buyers an opportunity to get an extra battery and 1 case absolutely free. You can visit this link to check out more details and take full advantage of the discount before the promo ends.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Fan Edition with Android 9.0 Pie appears on WiFi-Alliance

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Simranpal Singh

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Nov 14, 2018

It’s quite surprising to see Galaxy Note 7 Fan Edition running on the latest Android 9.0 Pie distribution. Today, folks over at Sammobile has spotted the Galaxy Note 7 Fan Edition at WiFi-Alliance running Android 9.0 Pie. As per the source, a total of seven Galaxy devices have been spotted running the Android 9.0 Pie. The list includes all the flagships of the Korean giant launched in over past few years.

The listings have appeared at WiFi Alliance on November 12, 2018. So, it seems either Samsung is testing the new builds or have successfully tested as they are again certifying the devices from WiFi Alliance. Well, whatever the reason is for again listing on WiFi Alliance, it has given a chance of joy for the users of these devices.

The list of the devices that have been spotted at the WiFi Alliance is:

Samsung Galaxy S9
Samsung Galaxy S9+
Samsung Galaxy S8
Samsung Galaxy S8+
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Fan Edition
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Samsung Galaxy Note 9

We hope all the Note 7 FE users are aware of the circumstances about how it evolved out of two recalls in 2016 following several fire incidents. It is a boon for those Note 7 FE users as they will get another chance to endeavor the latest Android system. It carries same specs as like of the Galaxy Note 7 except the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821, which took place instead of a Snapdragon 820. Even, a 3500 mAh battery was replaced with the 3200 mAh battery.

Talking about Galaxy S9 and S9+, then the Korean giant is going to roll out Android 9.0 Pie beta in the next couple of weeks. Units in countries such as the US, Germany, and Spain will be the first ones to taste Android 9.0 Pie. The final version might be pushed out in January, next year as like of Galaxy Note 9.

Read More: Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+ and Note 9 to get Android Pie-based & One UI’ in January

Ultimately, the new listing at WiFi Alliance is hinting that Samsung is nearing the rollout of beta tests on various of its flagship smartphones. In the upcoming few days or weeks, you can expect a beta or stable Android 9.0 Pie update on the devices mentioned above.

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Buy Xiaomi Yeelight Series Lighting Fixtures At Unbeatable Prices On GeekBuying [Coupons Inside]

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Vinay Patel

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Nov 14, 2018

Lighting not only improves the artistic appeal of a living space but also enhances its ambiance if done correctly. Lighting appliances add style to the interior decor by illuminating a room and creates a safe and relaxed environment.

If you’re in the market for energy-efficient lights that don’t cost a bomb, you’ve come to the right place. Xiaomi’s smart lighting solutions maker Yeelight is currently offering great discounts on select lighting fixtures on GeekBuying.

Aside from shedding light on the aforesaid discounts, we’ll even show how you can save a considerable amount of extra money while checking out. So without further ado, let’s head straight to the details.

Xiaomi Yeelight Motion Sensor Night Light

Equipped with human infrared sensor technology and night light advanced light sensor, this item has a sensing range of 5-7 meters. Moreover, it offers a 120° wide sensor angle and features a built-in PIR motion sensor and light sensor, and can light up automatically for 15 seconds.

This Yeelight Motion Sensor Night Light usually sells for $24.99, but you can now buy it for a dropped price of just $12.99 on GeekBuying. You can extend this 48% reduction in the device’s retail price by using coupon code DTVNFWZQ at the time of checking out.

The coupon helps you save an extra $6 by reducing your grand total to only $11.99. Regrettably, the promo was on the verge of wrapping at the time of writing. You can follow this link to get the discount before the promotion comes to an end.

Original Xiaomi Mijia Yeelight LED Desk Lamp

This Xiaomi Mijia Yeelight LED Desk Lamp sports a simple, yet eye-catching design which is further augmented with a swan neck shape, foldable lamp arm. You can easily charge it via a computer USB port and Xiaomi mobile power/car USB port, making it an extremely easy-to-use lamp.

You can now avail a 55% off on this Xiaomi-branded LED desk lamp, which usually sells for $77.15. Thanks to the aforesaid discount, you can now buy it for just $34.99 on GeekBuying.

But if this doesn’t impress you much, you can use coupon code NMUUSXOE to save an extra $27 while placing your order. You can bring your already lowered grand total further down to just $32.99 simply by applying the above-mentioned coupon.

You can visit this link in order to check out more details about this LED Desk Lamp which comes with adjustable color temperature brightness and even take advantage of the discount. Note that the promo is slated to end in a short while and the coupon is likely to expire soon too.

Xiaomi Yeelight Panel Light

Looking for decorative ceiling light accessory that doesn’t carry a steep price tag? The Xiaomi Yeelight Panel Light might just fill the bill. Sporting an ultra-thin design, the device features 48 Ra beads, a full-size aluminum plate for an unmatched visual experience.

Moreover, the Yeelight ceiling light carries an IP50 certificate which makes it dust proof. Moreover, you will not see irksome insects that normally flutter around lighted lamps.

While you’d usually spend a lot of money on a top-branded ceiling light, the Xiaomi Yeelight Panel Light 30x30cm can now be yours if you’re willing to shell out just $49.99 on GeekBuying. This is a noteworthy 37% reduction in the device’s original asking price of $78.07.
On top of that, you can use coupon code OFUFSXDB to save an extra $18 even before you check out. After applying the above-mentioned coupon, your cart value drops down to just $41.99.

In order to ensure you do not end up missing this opportunity to buy the Yeelight Panel Light 30x30cm at a considerably lowered price, all you need to do is to follow this link before the promo ends today.

Xiaomi Yeelight Smart Atmosphere Candela

Designed to deliver a unique visual experience, the Yeelight Smart Atmosphere Candela strikes a perfect balance between awe-inspiring design aesthetics and light. Moreover, it is quite an easy-to-operate light that comes with clockwise and counterclockwise rotation.

If the Xiaomi Yeelight Smart Atmosphere Candela has now grabbed your attention, it might interest you to know that this amazing night light has gone up for sale bearing a dropped price tag of just $39.99 on GeekBuying. Note that it normally sells for $66.13 on online and offline stores.

In addition to receiving this 40% discount, you can use coupon code FEZRXYGG and save an extra $12 without breaking much of a sweat. Your grand total reduces to just $37.99 after applying the coupon, which is likely to expire soon.

You can follow this link to buy the Xiaomi Yeelight Smart Atmosphere Candela at an unbeatable price before the promo wraps up.

Huawei flagship with quad cameras, 10x optical zoom coming in 2019

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Nov 14, 2018

Huawei is currently the second largest smartphone brand in the world and it is aiming to dethrone Samsung to grab the number one spot. In an interview with Android Pit, Walter Ji who is the President of Huawei’s Consumer Business has revealed the company’s plans for 2019.

Walter Ji has revealed that Huawei will be focusing on its flagship devices in 2019 and it the company is aiming to launch its first foldable phone with 5G support in the first half of the coming year. The Huawei P20 Pro phone that was released this year is the world’s first smartphone to feature triple rear cameras. In 2019, Huawei will be launching a smartphone with four rear cameras. There is no confirmation on whether it will be available on the Huawei P30 Pro smartphone. Walter Ji has claimed that the company is working on bringing 10x optical zoom support on a smartphone.

Ji is of the view that the 5G will considerably change the smartphone usage as high speed data will allow users to avail content directly from the cloud without the need of downloading. Since 5G won’t be available everywhere in 2019, AI cannot be outsourced to the cloud. Hence, the company is parallelly developing on-device AI through Kirin processor’s NPU unit and cloud AI to make it available to the user at any time. In 2019, AI will play key role in improving photography experience and battery performance on Huawei devices.

Huawei will not be focusing on entry-level segment in 2019. Also, the Chinese firm won’t be launching Android One phones which means that all the Huawei phones coming in 2019 will not deliver stock Android experience.

Read More: Huawei Mate 20 Pro’s reverse wireless charging is practically unusable

To become the number one smartphone brand, Huawei is planning to expand its business in Europe. It is aiming to open around ten to twenty large flagship stores in Europe. Apart from mobile devices and wearables, Huawei will be also focusing on PC segment in the coming year.

Do you think Huawei will become the number one smartphone brand soon? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

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Vivo Y81i full specs leaked; Could be priced under Rs. 10,000 (~$138)

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Nov 14, 2018

Few months ago, Vivo had launched the Vivo Y81 smartphone in Asian markets like India and Vietnam. Fresh information shared by 91 Mobiles reveals that the Chinese manufacturer is gearing up to launch its newer variant called Vivo Y81i. The handset is expected to be priced under Rs. 10,000 in India.

The Vivo Y81i is not an entirely new smartphone since it has already gone official in Malaysia in the previous month. The Vivo Y81i is a lower version of the Vivo Y81. It comes with a notched screen and a single rear camera like the Y81 smartphone.

According to the publication, the Vivo Y81i will be featuring a 6.22-inch Full View display that will deliver HD+ resolution. The phone may is expected to deliver a screen-to-body ratio of 88 percent. The MediaTek MT6761 which seems to be a lower version of the Helio A22 (MT6762) is present under the hood of the device.

The SoC will be assisted by 2 GB of RAM. It will include an inbuilt storage of 16 GB. For photography, the handset will be featuring an f/2.2 aperture 5-megapixel selfie camera with AI Face Beauty feature and a rear-mounted 13-megapixel camera. There is no fingerprint scanner on the device, but it carries support for face unlock through the front camera. The handset will be backed by a 3,260mAh battery and it will be weighing 143 grams.

The Vivo Y81i will be loaded with Android 8.1 Oreo OS that will be overlaid with FunTouh OS 4.0 UI. The phone will feature a Motorbike Mode that will assist users to avoid phone calls while riding a bike. The usual connectivity features such as 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, microUSB 2.0, USB OTG and are also available on the Y81i.

Read More: Vivo Z1 Lite goes official in China with 1,098 Yuan (~$157) pricing

The Vivo Y81 had arrived in India with a price tag of Rs. 12,990 (~$178). The upcoming Y81i phone for India is expected to cost under Rs. 10,000 (~$138). As of this writing, there is no information available on the exact launch date of the Vivo Y81i smartphone, but it is expected to go official in the next few weeks.

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Alleged Nokia 2.1 Plus specs revealed through FCC certification

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Updated Nov 15, 2018

Recently, a Nokia phone with model number TA-1136 was spotted at Bluetooth SIG. Since it carries support for Bluetooth 5.0, it was speculated that it could be the international version of the Nokia X7 smartphone. The TA-1136 model has also received approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the U.S. through which some of its key specs have revealed. The specs of the TA-1136 that have surfaced through its FCC listings reveal that it could be the upcoming Nokia 2.1 Plus smartphone.

The FCC documents reveal that the Nokia TA-1136 has 1 GB of RAM and it includes an internal storage of 16 GB. The FCC listings also reveal that it is electronically same as the Nokia 2.1 variant that has a model number of TA-1084. The Nokia 2.1 that was announced in May this year has 8 GB of ROM. Hence, the TA-1136 that includes double the storage of Nokia 2.1 may hit the market with Nokia2.1 Plus moniker.

As far as specs are concerned, the FCC documents do not contain much information on it. The only additional details that have been found in the FCC listing of the TA-1136 is that it carries support for 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity. So, there is no dual-band 5GHz Wi-Fi support on the device. HMD Global will be disabling some of the network bands on the device because of which it won’t be available in the U.S.

Read More: Nokia rolls out Android 9.0 pie closed beta recruitment for Nokia X7 (Nokia 7.1 Plus)

The Nokia 2.1 runs on Android Go version of Android 8.1 Oreo OS. It features a 5.5-inch display that carries support for HD resolution of 720 x 1480 pixels. The modest Snapdragon 425 chipset that includes 1.4 GHz quad-core processor is the driving force of the smartphone.

The handset is fitted with a front-facing camera of 5-megapixel and a rear shooter of 8-megapixel. Apart from 8 GB of internal storage, the device offers additional space through microSD card slot. It is packed with a 4,000mAh capacity battery.

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Get The Xiaomi Mi AirDots TWS Bluetooth Earphones Wireless In-Ear Earbuds For $47.26 On GearBest

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Vinay Patel

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Nov 14, 2018

Known primarily for making high-end smartphones, Xiaomi also manufacturers a slew of other awe-inspiring products such as e-bikes, robot vacuum cleaners and lots more.

The Chinese tech giant recently announced the first headphones that sport the Mi logo without the support of the cable, giving users the freedom to enjoy their favorite music without any sort of bondage. Dubbed as the Mi AirDots TWS Bluetooth Earphones Wireless In-ear Earbuds, the recently launched headphones have gone up for sale on GearBest.

For those unaware, TWS headset alludes to headphones that operate freely without the support of the headphone cable. TWS technology enables headphones to work using a Bluetooth connection. On top of that, the Mi AirDots weighs in at just 4.2g and it is housed in an ultra-mini body, making it extremely compact and comfortable to wear.

Moreover, the headphones support smart touch operation, wherein the user can perform multiple tasks such as stopping or changing the currently playing song and rejecting or answering an incoming call via the AI assistant. It features a 7.2mm dynamic speaker that delivers a wider range for more explosive sound.

The Mi AirDots can be connected to smart devices such as smartphones, tablets and even music players with Bluetooth 5.0 as this version warrants stable connectivity round-the-clock. It is worth noting that a large number of headphones that are available in the market today have the standard Bluetooth version i.e. Bluetooth 4.2.

Xiaomi is offering the white color version of the feature-laden headphones for $47.26 on GearBest. You can follow this link to check out the main features of the Mi AirDots TWS Bluetooth Earphones Wireless In-ear Earbuds and buy it for an unbeatable price.

New customers are eligible for an extra PayPal discount wherein they can get a $ off on an order value of $50. Likewise, if your grand total exceeds $60, you can get 1 item for $9, and 1 item for $3 if your cart value is more than $3.

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Essential launches Audio Adapter HD for $149, its second mod for the PH-1

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Habeeb Onawole

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Nov 13, 2018

After more than a year since the release of the Essential PH-1, Essential has released the Audio Adapter HD, its second mod for the phone. The first is the Essential 360 Camera, which is the world’s smallest 4K 360° camera.

To put it simply, the Audio Adapter HD adds an audio jack to the phone. A feature believed to be essential but which is missing from the phone. However, the Audio Adapter HD does more than just add an audio jack to your phone.

The adapter has a “high-resolution ESS Sabre DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) with hardware MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) rendering for high-res audio on the PH-1“. This means that audio sounds exactly the way it was recorded with no loss of quality whatsoever. Essential says it is the first DAC to have this feature.

The adapter which is built of titanium just like the frame of the phone supports 24-bit, 96kHz and MQA rendering up to 32-bit, 384kHZ. Essential says it also has an audiophile-grade amp for audiophile-grade headphones. The Audio Adapter HD has a multi-color LED that indicates if you are playing master quality, non-MQA, or standard content.

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The Audio Adapter HD has an IP55 rating, measures 29 x 30 x 11.5 mm and weighs 15.5 grams. It draws power from the phone and since it doesn’t connect to the Type-C port, you can charge your phone while using it. Do note that it will only work on an Essential Phone running Android P (build number PPR1.181005.076 or later).

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Xiaomi crowdfunds the classy and comfy Yang Zi Leather Sofa built to last up to a decade

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Jed John Ikoba

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Nov 13, 2018

Xiaomi has got its fans covered in almost all product categories including home items like sofa, bed, washing machine and others usually released under the crowdfunding platform. The company has now launched the Yang Zi leather sofa set under the crowdfunding platform. This is no doubt a China-exclusive product but it underscores the company’s penchant for quality, beautifully-designed and classy products.

The Yang Zi Leather Sofa is an award-winning product as the design has clinched both the iF and Good Design awards. It uses American first-layer cowhide, natural fine leather fibre which is soft and comfortable to sit on. The leather has a thickness of 1.3mm-1.5mm. The leather is also delicate, has better breathability, won’t be too hot in the summer or cold in the winter. The description even includes that summer is like falling into the arms of a lover. Each piece of cowhide mandatorily goes through 54 twisting processes from rawhide to cooked skin which takes 24 hours. The Yang Zi leather sofa is reputed to have a durability spanning close to a decade which affords buyers best value for their money.

In addition, the Yang Zi leather sofa has a 57cm wide sitting depth with the backrest reclined to fit the body curve. Each sofa cushion, side bag and bag contain sufficient natural non-stained duck feathers and double-layer high-elastic sponges of different densities are used in the cushion part. After 100,000 seat tests, the cushion has some guarantee against collapse.

As stated, the leather sofa is available under the Youpin crowdfunding platform. It comes in a single seater, double sitter and triple-sitter. It is also available in Mottled Ash and Warm Orange. As for the prices, the single sitter goes for 2999 yuan, while the double-sitter is priced at 4399 yuan. The sofa capable of sitting three persons is available for 4,999 yuan. There is also a foot pedal available for 1299 yuan. The product is expected to start shipping on December 20.

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Xiaomi Mi Band 3 NFC update brings support for Chang’An card and add blank card function

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Jed John Ikoba

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Nov 13, 2018

On May 31 when Xiaomi announced the Mi Band 3 alongside the Mi 8, the event was full of surprises. First was the Mi 8 Explorer edition with a cool translucent rear panel. The company also announced an NFC version of the Mi Band 3 which can power cardless payments on compatible platforms. It took a long while after its launch for the Mi Band 3 NFC version could become available to buy but it is presently in use. Xiaomi has now announced a new update for the NFC version.

The new update brings two new features, one of which is support for Chang’An card. The card is a universal electronic toll collection system in use in the city of is Xi’an and can be used to pay for various services in the city including utility bills. The second feature is the ability to add a blank NFC card. This would allow the card to be used by a third-party elsewhere.

Apart from these new features, the Mi Band 3 NFC version can be used for contactless payments using Mi Pay in China. Apart from Mi-Pay, the version can be used for bus card and subway ticket payment. The bus card feature will be enabled for use in 167 cities in China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Tianjin, and several others. Xiaomi released the list of the first batch of bus credit cards that are supported and they are eight in all for now. The NFC version is also compatible with non-Xiaomi NFC smartphones and may likely work with other NFC compatible platforms outside China.

In addition to the bus card payment and other contactless payments that NFC powers, the Mi Band 3 NFC version retains all the features of the standard version. The new version features a 0.78-inch OLED display with a resolution of 128×80pixels. The device offers a battery life of up to 20 days with normal usage. You also get water resistance, heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, steps counter, sedentary reminder, call and message notification. The device also comes with weather forecast feature and alarm clock.

Vivo Z1 Lite vs Honor 8C vs Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Nov 13, 2018

Vivo is definitely a midrange machine in this period. Right after launching the Y95 in the Philippines, it announced the new Vivo Z1 Lite which is a sort of cheaper variant of the V9 for the Chinese market. Here, we will compare it with Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro and Huawei Honor 8C, two devices which represent excellent choices in the same price range under 200 bucks.

Vivo Z1 Lite vs Honor 8C vs Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro

	Vivo Z1 Lite	Huawei Honor 8C	Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	154.81 x 75 x 7.9 mm	157.2 x 76 mm, 167 grams	149.3 x 71.7 x 8.8 mm, 178 grams
DISPLAY	6.26 inches, 1080 x 2280p (HD+), 268 ppi, 19:9 ratio, IPS LCD	6.26 inches, 720 x 1520p (HD+), 269 ppi, 19:9 ratio, IPS LCD	5.84 inches, 1080 x 2280 pixels, 432 ppi, 19:9 ratio, IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 626, octa-core 1.8 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, octa-core 1.8 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, octa-core 2 GHz
MEMORY	4 GB RAM, 32 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB, micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE	Android 8.1 Oreo, Funtouch OS	Android 8.1 Oreo, EMUI	Android 8.1 Oreo, MIUI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS
CAMERA	Dual 16 + 2 MP f/2.0 and f/2.4 16 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 13 + 2 MP f/1.8 and f/2.4 8 MP f/2.0 front camera	Dual 12 + 5 MP f/2.2 and f/2.2 5 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	3260 mAh	4000 mAh, Charging 5V / 2A 10W	4000 mAh, Charging 5V / 2A 10W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Hybrid Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot

Design

Vivo Z1 Lite beats almost the whole concurrency with its wonderful design. It has a display with very narrow bezels and a minimal notch, as well as a reflective glass back which is also available in a very elegant gradient hue (Aurora Blue). The second place goes to Honor 8C, while Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro is definitely less beautiful with its full metal unibody design.

Display

Honor 8C loses the display comparison as its resolution is only HD, while Vivo Z1 Lite wins again for having a Full HD+ resolution, a larger diagonal and narrower bezels. On the other hand, Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro has a smaller panel which is more suitable for one-handed use. And it features a Full HD+ resolution as well.

Specs & Software

Huawei Honor 8C has the most powerful and recent SoC, so it should be the best one in terms of performance and efficiency, especially if we consider that it has to manage a display with a lower resolution. We are talking about the new Snapdragon 632 chipset which is a toned down version of the Snapdragon 636 found on devices like Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro. However, note that Vivo Z1 Lite comes with max 32 GB of internal storage, while Huawei Honor 8C and Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro have 64 GB variants. All of these devices have a customized Android version: Funtouch OS for the Z1, EMUI for Honor 8C and MIUI for Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro. But the latter has an international version called Mi A2 Lite with Android One.

Camera

The most convincing rear camera is the dual setup of the Honor 8C thanks to a brighter aperture which should allow capturing more light. On the other hand, Vivo Z1 Lite is a more interesting smartphone for selfies thanks to its 16 MP front camera which also supports important AI-based features. Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro has a below-average dual camera which is just sufficient for the price range, and its front camera did not convince us as well.

Battery

The battery is the strongest point of the Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro. It features a huge 4000 mAh unit paired with one of the most efficient chipsets in the market: the Snapdragon 625. This battery allows achieving a very long battery life: it can last up to two days on a single charge even with a stressed use. But Huawei Honor 8C has a 4000 mAh as well, and it also features a display with a low resolution besides a very efficient SoC. So it can last a bit more in most of the scenarios. Vivo Z1 Lite has a way smaller battery which does not allow it to take part in this fight.

Price

Vivo Z1 Lite just debuted in China with a price tag of €140/$160, Huawei Honor 8C is sold at about €170/$191 and Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro ranges from €160/$180 to €200/$225 depending on the channel. Even though it has a worse display, I think Honor 8C is currently the phone with the best value for money due to its good camera department, balanced specs, and very long battery life. But there are very marginal differences between these devices, so, whichever you choose, you will make a good choice.

Read More: Vivo Z1 Lite goes official in China with 1,098 Yuan (~$157) pricing

Vivo Z1 Lite vs Huawei Honor 8C vs Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro: PROs and CONS

Vivo Z1 Lite

PROs

Best display
Affordable price
Awesome design
Nice cameras

CONS

Limited availability

Huawei Honor 8C

PROs

Good hardware
Big battery
Dedicated micro SD slot
Nice camera

CONS

Low display resolution

Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro

PROs

Compact
Big battery
Wide availability
Good display
Micro SD dedicated slot

CONS

More anonymous design

Fresh Samsung Galaxy S10 details: triple camera specs, Infinity O display, One UI and more

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Habeeb Onawole

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Nov 13, 2018

Samsung will unveil its next flagship phones, the Galaxy S10 series in less than five months. And as the date draws closer, so also do the leaks about the devices increase. Fresh details about the Galaxy S10 have surfaced and they reveal some key specs of the phone.

The details were shared on Twitter by Evan Blass (@evleaks) and they cover the display, cameras, and even the phone’s user interface.

The Galaxy S10 will have a hole in its display for the selfie camera. In Evan’s words, it features a “Punch hole” style selfie camera cutout. Going by this, we are pretty sure the phone will make use of the Infinity O display unveiled at the developer conference last week.

Few preliminary Galaxy S10 details:

– "Punch hole" style selfie cam cutout (sounds like Infinity-O display).
– Ultrasonic, in-display FPS
– Three rear cameras (standard/wide/tele)
– One UI over Android Pie

— Evan Blass (@evleaks) November 13, 2018

The hole in the display isn’t the only thing you should look forward to. Evan also said the Galaxy S10 will sport an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner. We can all agree Samsung is late to the party but better late than never, right? Galaxy S8/S8+/Note8 users who plan to upgrade next year can rest assured that the fingerprint scanner is no longer in an awkward position.

Another big info revealed by Evan Blass is related to the camera. The Galaxy S10 will have three cameras on the rear just like the Galaxy A7 (2018) however, the sensors will be different. Unlike the Galaxy A7 which has a wide + ultrawide + depth sensor arrangement, the S10 will have a standard + wide + telephoto setup. This is the same arrangement Huawei adopted for the P20 Pro.

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Xiaomi Smart Toilet Seat Cover AI version with XiaoAI Assistant launched on Crowdfunding

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Jed John Ikoba

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Nov 13, 2018

The major aim of Xiaomi‘s smart home brand is to create a connected home where all the gadgets interact and can be controlled from a central hub. The company’s product catalogue already includes several smart home gadgets and each day, more gets added, some under the crowdfunding platform. The latest is the Tinymu smart toilet seat cover with artificial intelligence and Xiaomi’s XiaoAI voice assistance.

This isn’t the first smart toilet seat cover that Xiaomi is launching. It is actually the third of such products. There is the Tinymu smart cover with a lesser 1,199 yuan price tag and a Tinymu smart toilet cover lite priced at 799 yuan. This new version is obviously an upgraded version of the first model with the stand out feature being the artificial intelligence feature as well as the voice assistant. Unfortunately, XiaoAI assistant is still adapted for Chinese speakers only and is yet to get support for English language or any other language. So that function will only be available in Chinese. The voice assistance feature lets users control the gadget using voice prompts to activate certain functions like flushing, switch on the seat heater etc. The smart toilet seat can also be connected to the MIJIA app which will let users control the app. The device also supports wristband user identification for Mi Band series users. Thus, it actively adjusts to your personalized settings (washing position, water temperature, water flow intensity, etc.) without having to adjust the settings repeatedly.

In terms of design, the Tinymu smart toilet seat has an ergonomic 3D curved seat design which is used to make the sitting posture more comfortable. For those who spend so much time on the toilet seat, it will beep when it is seated for 30 minutes. In addition, the seat ring has 3 speeds that can be adjusted to prevent low-temperature burning. The operator panel has a simple interface and has Braille prompts for visually challenged users. In addition, the ceramic heater comes with a dual heating module which is used to instantly heat the cold water to a comfortable temperature, adjust the position of the 11-step nozzle, and cooperate with the reciprocating cleaning mode to expand the clear range and clean more thoroughly. The seat surface comes with imported polyethylene ultrafiltration membrane filter with an effective inhibition rate of 99.9% against E. coli and also solve the risk of contact cross infection. There is an imported deodorant fan which immediately absorbs the unpleasant smell after the user stands up.

The Tinymu Smart Toilet seat cover AI version is priced at 1299 yuan and is presently available under crowdfunding. It is expected to start shipping on December 26.

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Honor 10 Lite images pop up on TENAA, will have a Supreme edition

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Habeeb Onawole

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Nov 13, 2018

The Honor 10 Lite is scheduled for a November 21 release and will bring the total number of Honor 10 phones to three ( including the Honor 10, Honor 10 GT). Ahead of its release, the device has been spotted on TENAA (images only). Another leak has also surfaced that reveals there will be a special edition called the Honor 10 Lite Supreme.

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The TENAA listings are for three different variants with model numbers HRY-AL00a, HRY-AL00, and HRY-TL00. All three have the same design save for their colors. The AL00a and TL00 models are black while the AL00 version has a chrome red finish.

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The Honor Lite will have dual rear cameras arranged vertically and with a separate housing. Below the sensors is a LED flash and in the middle of the phone sits a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. The power button and the volume rocker are on the right side of the phone.

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Leaked press images have also surfaced of a special edition variant of the Honor 10 Lite which will launch as the Honor 10 Lite Supreme. It turns out that Honor is partnering with American skateboarding and clothing brand Supreme.

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LG trademarks five V series names including V40 and V90 in Canada

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Andrew

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Nov 13, 2018

It’s no secret that LG’s smartphone division has been struggling for quite a few years now. Despite toying with new ideas and excellent offerings like the LG G7 ThinQ, and even the LG V30, the arch-rival of Samsung has failed to make its mark in the mobile market. Now, rumours are that the Korean smartphone maker might fuse its two flagship series – the G series and the V – into one. Echoes of these rumours were heard earlier in the year as well but now there seems to be some evidence to back it up.

As per a report by LetsGoDigital, five V series trademarks ranging from V50 to V90 were unearthed from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office as the company has sought approval of these monikers. The LG V90 moniker, in particular, was also trademarked in Mexico in July. Now, this doesn’t necessarily mean that LG will be combining the two flagship ranges but the sheer amount of trademarks hint that it is a possibility. The other possibility is that LG continues its way with the current lineup. And the way in which the company has been churning out V series variants, it’s only a matter of time before it requires these trademarks.

Of course, combining the G and V series makes more sense since there isn’t much of a differentiating factor between the two and merging them would help sales figures. For now, this is all speculation and there are no concrete details as to what the troubled smartphone giant has in store for the future of its flagship devices. The company’s latest flagship device is the LG V40 ThinQ rocking five cameras.

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ASUS Leaks: Zenfones with triple cameras, 10-inch Chrome OS Tablet in development

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Habeeb Onawole

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Nov 13, 2018

The year is almost at an end which means the leak taps will soon be turned on in full force ahead of CES 2019 and MWC 2019. ASUS seems to have a number of products in development and details of some of them have leaked online.

The leaks come from Roland Quandt and it includes upcoming phones and a Chrome OS tablet. According to him, ASUS will soon launch a new Zenfone phone with model number ZB634KL which will have a triple camera setup on the rear.

ASUS ZenFone ZB634KL should launch "SOON" ™. Comes with triple cam setup on rear.

— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) November 12, 2018

Russian tech blog, Mobiletelefon, said the phone is definitely the successor to the Zenfone Max Pro (M1) based on the first two alphabets of the model number (ZB) which is the same as that of the Max Pro (ZB601KL). The site adds that the figure“63” in the model number means it will have a 6.3-inch screen while the alphabets “K” and “L” indicate a Snapdragon processor and 4G LTE respectively. As it stands, the ASUS ZB634KL should launch as the Zenfone Max Pro (M2).

And the last one: "it should launch "SOON" alongside with ZB631KL & ZB633KL, aka Zenfone Max Pro (M2) and Zenfone Max (M2). Still no signs of ZB632KL.

— Лазарев Олег (@LaOlTomsk) November 12, 2018

But that isn’t the only Max phone in development. There is also the ASUS ZB632KL which has a triple camera setup too as well as the ZB631KL and ZB633KL. The ZB633KL is presumed to be the Zenfone Max (M2).

Asus ZenFone Max Pro (M1) — The ASUS ZB634KL is believed to be the successor to the Zenfone Max Pro (M1)

Apart from the phones, ASUS is also working on a Chrome OS tablet and we are not surprised. After the launch of the Acer Chromebook Tab 10 and the Pixel Slate, we know it is only a matter of time before other manufacturers jump on the train. Also, seeing as Android tablets sales keep plummetting every year, Chrome OS may be the way to go.

Don't be surprised when ASUS launches what I think is its first Chrome OS tablet ~10inch screen. Could be one of the devices we get to see at #CES2019.

— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) November 12, 2018

Chrome OS brings a number of features that are of benefits to both the manufacturer and the user. First, the OS is the same on all devices irrespective of the manufacturer. There are no custom skins like you have on Android phones, so the UI is consistent.

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Samsung Galaxy S9/S9+ get new Ice Blue color variant in China

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Habeeb Onawole

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Nov 13, 2018

The Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ come in six color variants each and the availability of these color variants vary from region to region. It appears Samsung is not done yet as they have announced another color variant bringing the number to seven. The new color is called Ice Blue and it has a gradient finish.

The Ice Blue Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ were unveiled in China this week and are already available for pre-order. The Ice Blue Galaxy S9 is priced at ¥5199 (~$747) while the Ice Blue Galaxy S9+ has a ¥6199 (~$890) price tag. Both will ship with a free wireless charger and data cable.

The Galaxy S9 and S9+ were released back in March and come in Lilac Purple, Sunrise Gold, Titanium Gray, Coral Blue, Burgundy Red, and Midnight Black. The S9 has a 5.8-inch screen while the S9+ packs a 6.2-inch display. Both displays have a 1440 x 2960 resolution and are covered with Gorilla Glass 5.

Depending on the market, the Galaxy S9/S9+ has an Exynos 9810 or Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor. The S9 has 4GB of RAM while the S9+ has 6GB of RAM. Storage for both variants starts at 64GB and maxes out at 256GB. There is also support for storage expansion.

The S9+ has a single 12MP camera with a variable aperture while the plus variant adds a second 12MP telephoto sensor with optical zoom. The front camera on both phones is 8MP. There is a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and Iris Scanner for keeping your phone secure.

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OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple arrives in India: Get price, launch offers and other details

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Simranpal Singh

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Nov 13, 2018

OnePlus 6T has got another color edition in India. The Chinese smartphone maker has announced OnePlus 6T Purple color edition in India. The phone is available only with 8GB/128GB internal storage. Users can own it starting 11 am on November 11th via Amazon.in and OnePlus Store. OnePlus will also make it available via different offline stores such as Croma, Reliance digital and exclusive OnePlus zones. Buyers can own it by shelling out Rs 41,999 from their pocket along with few launch offers.

OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple edition is available with same specs but with a different color shade. It was first launched in China last week with a gradient color scheme and ‘S’ curve on the back. Along with India, OnePlus will make it available in the North American and other European markets from November 15th. The new color edition gives you different color shades from different angles.

In the US, OnePlus 6T Purple edition will be made available for $579 with the same 8GB/128GB internal storage configuration. Particularly in India, OnePlus is offering Rs 1500 cashback for HDFC bank credit card and debit card users. Buyers can also get benefits of upto Rs 5400 from Jio. There’s also an offer on 3-months no-cost EMI on Amazon.in and OnePlus exclusive stores. You can get a 12 months free damage protection from Kotak Servify.

OnePlus 6T specs

Additionally, OnePlus 6T Purple edition carries the same 6.41 inch of waterdrop display with an in-screen fingerprint sensor. It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC and an octa-core processor coupled with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. In the camera department, users will get a 16-megapixel shooter on the front side while a 16+20 megapixel sensor sits on the back. Its front camera is packed with EIS (Electronic image stabilization) while the rear shooters pack both EIS+OIS. In connectivity, OnePlus 6T carries USB-C Type port, Bluetooth 5.0, WiFi and NFC.

OnePlus 6T is already available in the matte Midnight Black and the glossy Mirror black option. While the base model with 6 GB RAM and 128GB storage comes with the Mirror Black color only.

It comes with Android 9.0 Pie out of the box and hosts 3700 mAh battery with Dash charging support. So, how many of you are going to own this beautiful gradient colored device?

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Apple iPhone remains best selling smartphone at Singles Day sale in China

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Simranpal Singh

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Nov 13, 2018

As the 11.11 Singles’s Day sale is over, now its time for companies to calculate the profits out of total sales. Well, as from initial findings it has been made clear that Apple iPhone was mostly sold at Singles’ Day sale. As according to the report, Alibaba has made sales worth $31 billion in a single day, most of the sales were led by Chinese firms like Huawei, Xiaomi, and others. Though, as per the new in-depth report, it is found that Apple led most of the sales in the smartphones category this year.

Actual number and facts are not present but it is confirmed that Apple’s iPhones were among the top smartphones which gathered a huge number of sales. Apple’s competitor, Samsung stood on 8th place in the number of sales, while Huawei managed to stand 2nd which is followed by Xiaomi at 3rd spot. Interestingly, Xiaomi gained $575 million sales in a single day, roughly converting to 3 billion yuan.

Unlike Apple, Xiaomi managed to rake up sales in the budget smartphone category. Even Xiaomi’s home products catered to its historical sales at this year’s Singles day event.

On the other hand, Samsung is struggling to find some good place in the Chinese market. The Korean giant is meddling with a continuous decline in China. Recently, a new report spilled some beans on the 1% market share of Samsung in China. It has considerably dipped from top most selling smartphone maker to the bottom. We think it has happened due to the competitive domestic players which are offering similar devices at much fewer prices.

Read More: Apple introduces iPhone X display repair program for faulty units

It is a good news for Apple, as the Cupertino giant was seen struggling in making profits in Q3, 2018 around the Globe. We hope this would gradually help Apple to maintain good profit records.

Well, did you managed to buy a new Apple iPhone at Singles Day sale?

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