Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition with transparent back to go on sale in China today for the first time

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Jul 30, 2018

Along with its flagship Mi 8 and Mi 8 SE smartphones, Xiaomi had also announced Mi 8 Explorer Edition. While other models went on sale in May, the Mi 8 Explorer Edition was supposed to go on sale on July 24 but it was delayed by a week. Now, the company has revealed that the Mi 8 Explorer Edition with transparent back will be available from July 30.

After waiting for about two months, the Mi 8 Explorer Edition with translucent back will finally be available for purchase in China today for the first time. It is priced at 3,699 Yuan, which roughly converts to $545 and will be available at 07:30 PM in China.

The translucent glass back shows the internal components of the smartphone in a beautiful way. However, it was recently revealed that the translucent back isn’t showing the real internals. Also, instead of the regular fingerprint sensor, the device comes with an on-screen fingerprint reader that enables users to unlock the phone by a simple touch. It also supports Face ID for unlocking the device with facial recognition.

The smartphone features a 6.21-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a screen-to-body ratio of 83.8 percent and 1080 x 2248 pixels screen resolution with 402ppi pixel density. It comes with a 12-megapixel + 12-megapixel dual-camera setup with 4-axis optical image stabilization and dual-pixel PDAF. There’s a 20-megapixel front-facing snapper for taking selfies.

The Mi 8 Explorer edition is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor and comes in only one memory configuration — 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The phone runs on Android Oreo 8.1 with Xiaomi’s custom interface MIUI 10 and is fuelled by a 3,000mAh battery with support for Quick Charge 4.0+ fast charging.

Buy THL Super Box Android TV Box For Just $74.99 On TomTop

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 30, 2018

The market is brimming with all sorts of Android TV boxes that are equipped with various SOCs and boast several features. We are going to take a gander at the Android-based THL Super Box that is currently up for grabs at a discounted price on TomTop.

The THL Super Box packs more freshness than a slew of other TV boxes that are accessible in the market today. While the newfangled TV box from THL is definitely worth the consideration and interest, it doesn’t come cheap.

In fact, it will set you back a pretty penny on online stores. Much to the chagrin of cost-conscious buyers, the Super Box Android TV box normally carries a steep price tag of $129.99 on TomTop.

But if you’re on a tight budget and aren’t willing to spend that kind of money on a TV box, you can take advantage of the 43% discount that the Chinese online store is currently doling out. With the aforesaid discount, the THL Super Box can now be yours at a heavily reduced price of just $74.99.
You end up saving $55 on the coveted TV box’s retail price on TomTop. The THL Super Box is quite a bargain at this price, given that it packs a powerful Amlogic S912 CPU, Octa-core, Cortex-A53 up to 1.5GHz, under the hood.

The THL-branded TV box offers 2GB of RAM and 16GB of onboard storage that assures ample space for you to put your favorite content. It adopts the H.265 decoding technology that helps you save half bandwidth while experiencing HD viewing and uninterrupted video playing with a 4K output.

It supports standard 2.5 inches SATA HDD or SSD up to 1TB. The THL Super TV box can be also be used as a mobile HDD (hard disk drive). In terms of connectivity, it comes with 2.4G / 5G dual-band WiFi and BT4.0 that delivers high-speed data transfer and hassle-free wireless connection.

You can buy the THL Super TV Box at a lowered price for a limited period of time by following this link. The TomTop promo is slated to end in 16 days. Note that each person can only order 1 piece and there were only 10 pieces left at the time of writing.

Get 43% Off On THL Super Box Android TV Box On TomTop

Alleged Huawei Mate 20 Pro image leaked with key specs

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 30, 2018

The Huawei Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro flagship smartphones are expected to debut in October this year to replace the Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro phones from 2017. A tipster from China has shared some specifications of the Mate 20 Pro smartphone. Moreover, he has also shared of the phone.

A previous report had claimed that the Huawei Mate 20 Pro is expected to arrive a notch-less dual edge curved screen. However, the alleged Mate 20 Pro that has appeared in the leaked image seems to feature a notch-less flat screen. The display is surrounded by super-slim bezels on all sides. Hence, the handset is expected to offer a very high screen-to-body ratio. The selfie snapper is not visible which suggests that it could be featuring a pop-up front camera.

Apart from sharing the image of the alleged Mate 20 Pro, the leakster has also revealed some of its key specifications. He has claimed that the screen of the phone will be embedded with an under-display fingerprint sensor. Like the Huawei P20 Pro, the upcoming Mate 20 Pro may also feature a triple camera module. The tipster has claimed that the phone will be featuring 42-megapixel triple camera setup.

The Kirin 980 SoC will be powering the Mate 20 Pro. Huawei’s GPU Turbo technology will be also present on the phone to boost the performance of its GPU. There is no information available on the exact size of the battery that will be powering the Mate 20 Pro. However, the tipster has revealed that it will carry support for 40W fast charging. The handset is expected to be priced at 5,000 Yuan (~$732).

GizmoChina speculates that the Mate 20 Pro will be arriving with 8 GB of RAM. The probable reason behind it is that Huawei’s sub-brand Honor has recently launched the Honor 10 GT with 8 GB of RAM and also the upcoming Honor Note 10 is also rumored to arrive with same amount of RAM.

The arrival of the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro is around three months away. Hence, it is recommended to digest the report with a grain of salt since the authenticity of the image could not be confirmed. Also, it advisable to wait for newer reports to confirm on the specs and design of the Mate 20 duo.

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Buy The Xiaomi Mijia 1080P Car DVR Camera And Mijia Camera Mini Action Camera At Dropped Price On GearBest

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 30, 2018

The Mijia brand has been a part of Xiaomi’s ecosystem for quite a long time. Garnering huge popularity among tech buffs, the successful sub-brand has grown up to become an online store that offers a broad range of products.

Bearing its popularity in mind, the Chinese electronics company has launched action cameras and car DVR cameras under its Mijia brand. While these cameras are likely to set you back a pretty penny on online stores, we are going to take a look at a couple of Mijia-branded cameras that you can buy on GearBest without burning a hole in the pocket.

Xiaomi Mijia 1080P Car DVR Camera

Powered by the MSC8328P chip, the Xiaomi Mijia 1080P car DVR camera adopts SONY IMX323 CMOS image sensor. The device boasts an array of exceptional features including loop-cycle recording, parking monitoring, and auto power on just to name a few.

The Mijia 1080P car DVR camera enables a convenient and worry-free driving environment with a big 3.0-inch screen and 1.8 aperture. It offers 160-degree wide angle with a screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels.

If you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hand on the Mijia 1080P car DVR camera at a lowered price, you’ve come to the right place. GearBest is currently doling out a noteworthy 22% off on the camera’s original asking price.

As a result, the DVR camera’s retail price has dropped to just $57.99 for a limited period of time. It is worth noting that there were only 117 pieces left for the Flash Sale price at the time of writing. You can follow this link to avail the discount before the promo comes to an end.

Xiaomi Mijia Camera Mini 4K 30fps Action Camera Touch Screen

Geared with 7 glass lens, the Xiaomi Camera Mini 2.4-inch touch screen action camera supports 4K 30fps video record and its six-axis EIS is perfect for shooting. The camera is ideal for those who like to catch all their action moments with a high-end camera.

Aside from that, the action camera includes a slew of features that come in handy during photo-shooting, outdoor sports, home security, deep-water probing and other activities. In other words, you can film at any time and anywhere with the Xiaomi Camera Mini 2.4-inch touch screen action camera.

Taking its skyrocketing demand into consideration, GearBest is offering a significant 22% off on the Mijia Camera Mini 4K 30fps action camera’s original selling price. Thanks to the aforesaid discount, the camera can now be yours at a reduced price of just $99.99.

You can follow this link to take advantage of the discount before the promo ends. Note that there were only 77 more pieces left for the Flash Sale price.

Get 22% Off On Xiaomi Mijia 1080P Car DVR Camera On GearBest

Get 22% Off On Xiaomi Mijia Camera Mini 4K 30fps Action Camera On GearBest

Xiaomi Mi Router 4C goes on sale in China for just 79 Yuan ($12)

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Jeet

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Jul 30, 2018

Last week, Xiaomi announced Mi Router 4C, the third router in the company’s Mi Router 4-series after the Mi Router 4 and Mi Router 4Q, priced at 99 Yuan (approximately $14). With Xiaomi’s Mi Router HD, Mi Router Pro to the Mi Router 4-series, the company now routers in high-end as well as entry-level category.

Within days of announcing the Mi Router 4C, the device is now available for purchase in China for a discounted price of 79 Yuan, roughly $12 through Xiaomi Mall, Xiaomi Youpin, Mi Home and TMall.

Similar to the Mi Router 4, the newly launched affordable router comes in white color with a compact design. The device packs MT7628DA processor and 64MB DDR2 RAM with 16MB Nor Flash, similar to its predecessor Mi Router 3C. It also supports smart APP management for remote management of home network and running status.

The router comes with four omnidirectional antennas, enabling it to transmit signals in all directions regardless of where it is placed facing. The company says that the router can operate stably with up to 64 devices connected at the same time. It supports 2.4GHz connection up to 300Mbps with IEEE 802.11 b/n/n.

As for the ports, there are two LAN ports and one WAN port. The router also supports intelligent speed limit that can automatically optimize speed when multiple devices are using the same network. Users can also opt to manually optimize the speed and can also prioritize a single device to allocate more bandwidth.

In terms of wireless security, it supports WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK encryption, wireless access control (blacklisting and whitelisting), and SSID hiding and isolation. It operates on MiWiFi OS, which is based on OpenWRT and can be configured through a web interface as well as through its mobile application Mi WiFi which is available for Android as well as iOS.

Buy 360 S6 Automatic Robotic Vacuum Cleaner For Just $359.99 On GearBest

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 30, 2018

Keeping your house or office clean and tidy can be backbreaking at times, especially if you’re relying on an incompetent cleaning appliance to help you with the arduous task. While the market is rife with all sorts of vacuum cleaners that can come in handy for cleaning activities, these devices don’t come cheap.

Keeping in line with that, some high-end vacuum cleaners are likely to set you back a pretty penny on online stores. But if you’re on a tight budget and aren’t willing to spend a lot of money on vacuum cleaners, we got good news for you.

Equipped with a powerful 1800Pa large suction, the 360 S6 automatic robotic vacuum cleaner is currently up for grabs at a considerably lowered price on GearBest. While the device usually comes bearing a steep price tag, the Chinese online store is currently selling it at a reduced price of just $359.99 as part of its latest promo.

This is a noteworthy 14% reduction in the device’s retail price of $399.99. In other words, GearBest is giving cost-conscious buyers who like to keep their surrounding clean all the time an opportunity to get a $40 off on the robust vacuum cleaner.

The 360 S6 automatic robotic vacuum cleaner is quite a bargain at this slashed price, given that it boasts an impressive array of features. For instance, it comes with LDS lidar scanning, SLAM algorithm for drawing maps and it has a multi-sensor collaborative obstacle avoidance feature.

On top of that, you can remotely control it with the help of an APP that shows the cleaning progress in time. You can even set a restricted area using just your mobile phone. With H11 grade washable high-efficiency HEPA filter screen it can block 99% of dust impurities, thus keeping indoor air safe from secondary pollution.

On the downside, there were only 258 pieces remaining at the time of writing. Moreover, the Flash Sale price will only be valid for just 6 days, so head straight to this link without wasting time and get a chance to receive free gift products when you buy the 360 S6 robotic vacuum cleaner.

Get 14% Off On 360 S6 Automatic Robotic Vacuum Cleaner On GearBest

OnePlus 6 users are complaining about flickering screen under bright sunlight

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Jeet

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Jul 30, 2018

OnePlus 6, the China-based company’s current flagship smartphone, is having issues related to the display, according to some users who have been using the OnePlus 6 smartphone.

Several users of the OnePlus 6 smartphone have taken to Reddit, OnePlus Forums and a few others website to report issues related to the phone’s display. The users are complaining about the screen flickering under bright sunlight when adaptive brightness is enabled.

Reports suggest that when the adaptive brightness is enabled and the phone is exposed to sunlight, even the slight movements by the user kicks off flickering as the phone shifts back and forth to different brightness levels. The said issue is more noticeable with white content and vivid colors.

The issue seems to have started last month after OnePlus started rolling out OxygenOS 5.1.8 update and it seems that the recent OxygenOS 5.1.9 update for the OnePlus 6 has not fixed the issue. A user of the device claimed that clearing the cache fixes the problem, at least for the time being.

However, OnePlus has reached out to the user and has requested a log with recordings of the screen. As the company has started looking into the issue, we expect the company to soon release an update or a patch to fix this flickering issue. In the meantime, users who are facing the issue can disable the adaptive brightness until the fix is released.

The OnePlus 6 smartphone features a 6.28-inch Optic AMOLED notched display and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor. It comes in various memory configuration — 6GB RAM with 64GB storage, 8GB RAM with 128GB storage and 8GB RAM with 256GB storage.

The phone sports a 16-megapixel + 20-megapixel dual cameras at the back and a 16-megapixel front-facing snapper for taking selfies and video calling. Running on Android Oreo operating system out-of-the-box, the device is powered by a 3,300mAh battery with fast charging support.

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Buy The Bakeey X9 Smart Wristband For Just $19.99 On Banggood [Coupon Code]

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 30, 2018

The Bakeey X9 is an eye-catching, sporty smart band, housed in a TPU body that seamlessly melds with its strap. The smart band bears an IP68 waterproof rating that allows you to boldly enrobe it in style it even while swimming.

Under the hood, the Bakeey X9 packs a powerful Realtek RTL8762 processor. It features a heart rate monitor, pedometer along with blood pressure monitor. It can count distance and calorie and has sleep monitor, sedentary reminder as well as call and message notifications.

Furthermore, the X9 sports a big 0.96-inch color display with a screen resolution of 160 x 80 pixel. The device is ideal for adventure junkies who are looking for an unprecedented smart band design. On the downside, the feature-laden Bakeey X9 doesn’t come cheap.

The X9 would normally set you back a pretty penny on online stores. Keeping in line with this, the coveted smart wristband is currently up for grabs bearing a relatively steep price tag of $24.99 on Banggood. The Chinese online store that guarantees the best bang for your buck lets you choose from 3 color options including red, orange and green.

If you’re on a tight budget and aren’t willing to spend that kind of money on a smart wristband, we’ll show how you can save a considerable amount of money without breaking much of a sweat. All you need to do in order to get a discount is to apply coupon code ‘5eed79’ while checking out.

You can get $5 off on the Bakeey X9 smart wristband’s retail price. In other words, you can bring your grand total down to just $19.99 with the help of the aforesaid coupon.

It is imperative for you to bear in mind that the coupon code is slated to expire on August 31st. If you’re interested in taking advantage of this discount, you just have to follow this link without wasting time.

Get A Big Discount On Bakeey X9 Smart Wristband On Banggood

Meizu Gravity speaker and Meizu 16 series to debut together on August 8

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 30, 2018

Meizu has a launch event coming up on Aug. 8 for unveiling Meizu 16 and Meizu 16 Plus smartphones. Today, the Chinese manufacturer has confirmed through its official Weibo account that apart from unleashing Meizu 16 series smartphones, the company will be also announcing Meizu Gravity speaker.

In May 2016, Meizu had teased the arrival of Meizu Gravity speaker. Since it had encountered technical difficulties in mass producing the speakers, the Chinese manufacturer could not release it. However, the company seems to be all set to debut it officially alongside the Meizu 16 and Meizu 16 Plus speakers on Aug. 8.

Meizu Gravity is Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker that features a pair of 1.25-inch full-range speakers. An aux port is also available on the device. Compared to conventional speakers, Meizu Gravity offers 30 percent more magnetic flux density. The high sensitivity speaker by Meizu has been built in partnership with Dirac to ensure impressive audio.

The Meizu Gravity has a compact form factor as it measures 262 x 58 x 74mm. Since it features a transparent acrylic base, it appears as it the speaker is floating in the air. It is also equipped with a prism heads-up display that shows track information on the transparent surface. The design of the floating speaker with floating display was conceived by Kosho Tsuboi, a well-known designer from Japan.

There is no information on the pricing of the Meizu Gravity. In December 2016, the speaker was crowdfunded on Indiegogo with a price tag of $169.

As far as the specs of the Meizu 16 series are concerned, recent reports have revealed almost everything about the upcoming Meizu 16 and 16 Plus smartphones. The Meizu 16 Plus will be arriving with a 6.5-inch S-AMOLED display equipped with an in-screen fingerprint reader. Its back panel will feature 12-megapixel + 20-megapixel + 20-megapixel triple camera setup. A 3,570mAh battery enabled with mCharge fast charging will be powering the smartphone.

The Meizu 16 will be a smaller phone with a 6-inch AMOLED display. It will also feature an in-screen fingerprint scanner. The handset will be featuring a 2,950mAh battery. The Snapdragon 845 SoC will be powering the Meizu 16 and 16 Plus smartphones. Also, the Meizu 16 series will come preloaded with Android 8.1 Oreo.

Buy Black Shark Gaming Smartphone For Just $499.99 On Gearbest

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 30, 2018

If you’ve been looking to get your hands on a high-end phablet without spending a lot of money, look no further. GearBest is doling out considerable discounts on the Black Shark 4G phablet as well as the Black Shark SKR – H0 4G phablet for a limited period of time. Let’s delve straight into the details.

Black Shark 4G Phablet

The feature-laden Black Shark phablet sports a big 5.99-inch display that gives an unparalleled visual experience. Aside from that, it houses 12.0MP + 20.0MP dual camera setup on the back along with a 20.0MP front shooter, on the photography front.

You’d normally have to shell out a fortune in order to get your hands on the powerful Black Shark phablet, but much to the relief of tech buffs who are on a tight budget, GearBest is offering a noteworthy 17% off on the device’s original asking price.

Thanks to the aforesaid discount, the Black Shark phablet can now be yours at a lowered price of just $569.99. If you’re interested in taking advantage of the reduction, all you need to do is follow this link.

Note that the Flash Sale price will only be valid for the remaining 800 pieces. The promo, on the other hand, is slated to end in just 5 days.

Black Shark SKR – H0 4G Phablet

Alternatively, you can go for the Black Shark SKR – H0 phablet which offers 6GB RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. It runs Android 8.1 Oreo operating system and is backed by a 4000mAh big capacity battery.

The phablet packs a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Octa Core 2.8GHz processor and is crammed with a slew of useful sensors including a proximity sensor, gyroscope, e-compass, g-sensor, and a fingerprint sensor. Aside from that, it has GPS, Glonass, Beidou, and AGPS navigation system.
While the SKR – H0 4G phablet would usually set you back a pretty penny on other online stores, GearBest is currently giving you an opportunity to buy it at a dropped price of just $499.99. This is a 16% reduction in the device’s original selling price.

On the downside, there were just 799 pieces left for the Flash Sale and the promo is slated to end in 5 days. You can head straight to this link in order to avail the discount before it comes to an end.

Get 17% Off On Black Shark Gaming Phone On GearBest

Get 16% Off On Black Shark SKR – H0 Gaming Phone On GearBest

Google Pixel 3 XL live shots reveal front, rear design

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 30, 2018

Google is expected to announce the new Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones in October. In the previous, 360-degree renders of the Pixel 3 XL. Some fresh photos of the prototype of the same smartphone have surfaced to show its front and rear design.

As it can be seen in the images below, the front side of the Pixel 3 XL is black whereas it features a white colored rear shell. The front panel seems to be mainly dominated by a tall aspect ratio display that features a notch which seems to be housing dual selfie cameras. An earpiece that doubles up as a frontal speaker is also present inside the notch. Another speaker is present on the bottom bezel of the Pixel 3 XL.

The rear side of the phone continues to feature dual-tone construction like the predecessor model. The upper glass portion with frosted appeal features an LED flash enabled camera and a fingerprint reader. The remaining part of the rear shell is made out of glossy glass, unlike the predecessor model that featured metallic plate. The rear view of the Pixel 3 XL in these images is another confirmation that it won’t be featuring dual camera setup like other rivaling flagship phones.

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One of the live shots of the Google Pixel 3 XL shows that it is equipped with 64 GB of internal storage and 4 GB of LPDDR4X RAM. Reports have also claimed that the handset will be available in a higher version that features 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The Snapdragon 845 SoC is expected to power the smartphone. It will arrive with Android 9.0 P preinstalled. The exact size of the battery of the smartphone is not known. Rumors have it that the handset will carry support for wireless charging.

The rumor mill is yet to reveal real images of the smaller Google Pixel 3. Reports surrounding it have revealed that it won’t be featuring a notched screen. However, it is expected to arrive with an 18:9 aspect ratio display like the Pixel 2 XL.

What do you think about the appearance of the Google Pixel 3 XL? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

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Buy The Zeblaze Plug Smart Wristband For Just $11.60 On TomTop

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 30, 2018

There’s no dearth of feature-laden smartwatches in the market; however, they don’t come cheap. If you’re a fitness-conscious person looking for a smart wristband that offers a broad range of awe-inspiring features without emptying your pocket, look no further.

The Zeblaze Plug is an ideal continuous heart rate monitor and quick recharge fitness tracker smart band. The device boasts a slew of useful features such as pedometer and stopwatch that helps you keep a track of your fitness while making your sports livelier at the same time.

Much to the delight of cost-conscious buyers, the iOS 8.4 and Android 4.4-compatible smart wristband can now be yours at a considerably lowered price on TomTop. The Zeblaze Plug would normally set you back $47.55, but the Chinese online store is currently doling out a noteworthy 76% off on the device’s retail price.

As a result, the Zeblaze-branded smart wristband is up for grabs at a discounted price of just of $11.60. In other words, you can save $35.95 on the original asking price of the Zeblaze Plug on TomTop without breaking much of a sweat.

The Plug is quite a bargain at this heavily reduced price, given that it can connect to a smartphone via Bluetooth 4.0 and synchronize information. Moreover, it sports a big 0.96in 160 X 68-pixel OLED touchscreen, coupled with customizable clock faces that allow you to choose your clock display on the basis of the stats you want to view and the design that matches your taste.

On top of that, the Zeblaze Plug smart wristband features a self-owned USB port that makes charging more convenient. Adventure junkies who like to don their smartwatch during outdoor activities can leave the worry of accidentally dunking the Zeblaze Plug into the water while washing hands, water splashing etc behind because it comes with an IP67 certification.

If you’re interested in taking advantage of the discount, all you need to do is head straight to this link before the promo comes to an end in 6 days. It is also worth noting that there were only 867 pieces remaining for the Flash Sale at the time of writing.

Get 76% Off On Zeblaze Plug Smart Wristband On TomTop

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 pricing leaked for 128 GB and 512 GB models

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 30, 2018

The arrival of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is still more than a week away. However, the rumor mill has already revealed plenty of information on the upcoming Samsung phablet. The latest leak has revealed the pricing of 128 GB and 512 GB storage editions of the Note 9 for the Indonesian market. The official names of the different color variants of the smartphone for the same region have also surfaced in this leak.

As it can be seen in the leaked promotional posters, the 128 GB and 512 GB storage versions of the Galaxy Note 9 are respectively priced at 13,500,000 Indonesian rupiah (~$937) and 17,500,000 Indonesian rupiah (~$1,215). There is no information available on whether the Indonesian market will be receiving the 64 GB model.

It seems that Indonesia will be receiving the Galaxy Note 9 in three color options in Indonesia such as Mystic Black, Engineered Blue and Artisan Copper. Through the promotional posters it has been also revealed that customers who pre-order the Note 9 will be receiving free Samsung TV. In other countries too, the South Korean company will offer some exciting pre-order gifts for the buyers of Note 9.

There is no information on the other specs of the Note 9 variant that will be landing in Indonesia. The rumors surrounding the smartphone have revealed that it will be equipped with a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display that produces 18.5:9 aspect ratio and QHD+ resolution of 2960 x 1440 pixels. The Exynos 9810 is likely to power the Note 9 variants that will be made available in international markets including Indonesia. The SoC will be coupled with 6 GB of RAM. However, the rumor mill has claimed that some markets may get its 8 GB RAM model.

The Note 9 is expected to inherit the same dual 12-megapixel camera setup with variable aperture that is available on the Galaxy S9+. A Bluetooth enabled S Pen with versatile features is expected to accompany the Note 9. A 4,000mAh battery will be present under the hood of the phablet.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 actual renders showcases its front and rear design

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 30, 2018

Samsung is set to unleash the Galaxy Note 9 on August 9 when it scheduled to hold the Galaxy Unpacked event. The Korean company may, in reality, unpack not just the Galaxy Note 9 but a number of other products. A leaked render showing the Galaxy Note 9 in three colours also contained an earbud, smartwatch (likely the Gear S4) and a wireless charging dock. More importantly, the renders which were first featured by Android Headlines shows the front and rear design of the Samsung flagship Note series model.

The pictures above reaffirms rumours that the Galaxy Note 9 will have an appearance that is very similar to the Galaxy Note 8 from last year. Fresh renders of the Note 9 have surfaced today to reveal its front and rear design. The images shos the presence of dual curved edge screen with slim bezels at the top and bottom like the Galaxy Note 8. The rear design almost looks similar to the Note 8 except that the position of the fingerprint reader is different. In this case, the fingerprint scanner sits in an awkward position under the rear camera sensors and not beside it. The rear camera setup is a dual setup with the main sensor looking obviously bigger.

In addition, there is the presence of capacitive buttons for volume controls and power on the left side while the Bixby button is located on the left side of the display. The renders capture the Note 9 in three different colours; Black, Blue and Brown. We still await the arrival of the official photos of the device. So we can’t be very certain that this is indeed the final design of the Galaxy Note 9 or not. In any case, the device will be official unveiled in just a little over a week.

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Buy The Lenovo Watch X Hybrid Smartwatch At A Dropped Price Of $59.99 On Oppomart

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Vinay Patel

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Jul 30, 2018

While the market is brimming with all sorts of wearables, Lenovo isn’t necessarily a brand that springs to mind when you think of hybrid smartwatches. With popular fashion brands such as Fossil and Garmin producing superior smartwatches, it should come as no surprise to see Lenovo make its foray into the wearable realm with the Watch X.

Touted as an advanced version of the Watch 9, the Watch X was announced earlier this year. More importantly, it boasts a broad range of awe-inspiring features that make it an irresistible hybrid smartwatch.

Unlike its predecessor, the Watch X comes with a mechanical dial which is further augmented with a small OLED screen where the wearer can view various parameters including air pressure, resting heart rate and heart rate. With an eye-catching sapphire crystal watch face, the smartwatch is housed in a sturdy 316L surgical grade steel body.
If you’re interested in getting your hands on the feature-laden smartwatch manufactured by the Beijing-based multinational technology company, you’d normally have to shell out a fortune. But bearing the coveted smartwatch’s skyrocketing popularity in mind, Oppomart is doling out a big discount on its original selling price.

The Lenovo Watch X would usually set you back $69.99 but Oppomart will be selling it at a dropped price of just $59.99. In other words, the site is giving cost-conscious buyers an opportunity to save $10 without breaking much of a sweat.

The Watch X is quite a bargain at this heavily reduced price, given that it replaces the silicone straps of the Watch 9 with a Milanese strap that features a magnetic clasp. On top of that, the device is waterproof, includes a 6-axis sensor, and shows the real-time reading.

If you’d like to check out the full specification and take advantage of the discount, just follow this link. It is imperative for you to bear in mind that the Watch X will go back to its retail price as soon as the promo comes to an end.

Buy The Lenovo Watch X At A Discounted Price On Oppomart

Honor Magicbook Touchscreen variant arrives with a competitive price tag

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 30, 2018

Honor’s first laptop the Magicbook was first unveiled in April this year. The company later announced a Sharp Ryzen edition sporting an AMD processor in May. Presently, a new touchscreen version has been added to the mix. The new Honor Magicbook touchscreen version is presently on reservation at Jingdong for an undisclosed price.

The touchscreen version comes with a screen resolution of 1920 x 1080pixels and is equipped with a 10-point touchscreen with full fit technology. Honor made the touchscreen version to be available for the Intel Core i5-powered Magicbook which has 8GB of RAM as well as 256GB of SSD. The touchscreen is also available for the variant powered by an AMD R5 2500U processor paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD. Even though the actual price tags weren’t disclosed, Honor teased during that the Core i5 variant would be priced at 5,?99. That means it will come in at less than 6000 yuan ($880). On the other hand, the AMD R5 2500U-powered variant will be sold for less than 5000 yuan (4?99 yuan). That is about the price of the non-touchscreen Core i5 variant. So you’ll agree the price tag is likely going to be competitive. Sales of both versions will commence on August 1 exclusively on Jingdong (JD.com) and already both versions have gotten over 240,000 reservations.

Other specifications are unchanged and to recap, the Honor Magicbook adopts a design which sees the side bezels slightly reduced, giving it an 81% screen-to-body ratio. The hinges also come with a spectacular design as the laptop can open up to 180 degrees. The MagicBook sports a metal body and has a full-size QWERTY keyboard. It is just 15.8mm thick and weighs 1.47kg which means it isn’t only portable but also lightweight. The laptop comes in three colour combination Glacier Silver, Starry Ash and Nebula Purple but this new version is available in Glacier Silver only.

In addition, it comes with four speakers and support for Dolby Sound System. There is also a built-in 2 x 2 MIMO dual-antenna Wi-Fi. Another spectacular thing is that it is equipped with a 57Wh battery which the company says can provide 12 hours of native 1080p video playback, 12 hours of web browsing, and 13 hours of document processing.

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Galaxy Note 4 Explosion victim in China claiming 1.6million yuan (~$248k) in damages in court

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 29, 2018

Back in March 2017, it was reported how a four-year-old girl named Feng Yue suffered second degree burns to her face after her dad’s Samsung phone “exploded” next to her while she slept. The girl’s father claimed the Galaxy Note 4 smartphone he bought in August of the previous year from a retailer had an expanded battery which then exploded while being charged on the bedside table. Samsung’s China office reportedly offered the family £1,189 (10,000 RMB) to cover the girl’s medical bills. The last is yet to be heard of the incident as Feng Yue’s father has filed a civil suit against Samsung in the Xiqing District Court of Tianjin.

The lawsuit had as defendants Tianjin Samsung Communications Technology Co., battery maker Samsung Vision Limited and a distributor Guizhou Flerida Technology company as well as the third-party supplier from whom the ill-fated phone was purchased. The lawsuit seeks to get Samsung as well as the other three co-defendants to compensate the little Feng Yue for the disability caused by the incident. It also seeks to get the Korean tech giant and others to cover the cost of her treatment in its entirety. These are all summed up to about 1.6 million yuan (~$248,000).

Before now, Feng Lingling who is the father of the victim had tried to get Samsung to compensate her for the damages but Samsung had hinted that the battery which was inside the Galaxy Note 4 wasn’t manufactured by it. The Note 4 explosion was clearly traced to the battery. In this case, it may be a lengthy legal tussle for the family to get anything out of Samsung.

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OxygenOS 5.1.4 update brings improved battery life to the OnePlus 5/5T via Sleep Standby Optimization

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 29, 2018

A new update is rolling out to the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T. The update comes as OxygenOS 5.1.4 and is supposed to improve battery life. It also comes with July’s security patch.

OnePlus has added a toggle under setting called “Sleep Standby Optimisation”. When activated, it shuts down the network when you are asleep which should translate to a longer battery life but also means notifications won’t arrive on your device in time.

“The system intelligently identifies your sleep pattern based on the phone’s usage,” says OnePlus. Just before you wake up, network restrictions are canceled and then your notifications come in.

The toggle is located under battery optimizations under the battery settings menu. You have to tap the three dots at the corner to access Advanced optimization and then the toggle.

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Leaked images of the OPPO R17 show a redesigned notch

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 29, 2018

This year, OPPO’s R15 series smartphones arrived earlier compared to the OPPO R11 and OPPO R11 Plus of last year. That means their successors should arrive early too. However, it appears OPPO won’t go with its usual tradition of adding an “S” to their names but will go for new names entirely. So instead of the OPPO R15s and R15s Plus, we may be getting the OPPO R17 and OPPO R17 Plus according to latest reports.

The name OPPO R17 was first spotted at a media event sponsored by OPPO and a few days later, an unknown OPPO device thought to be the R17 was seen at TENAA. Now live photos said to be that of the device have surfaced, giving us an early look at the phone.

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The first photo is of the front panel of the device. The bezels are thin and about the same size as that of the R15 duo but the major difference is the design of the notch. Instead of an iPhone-X style notch, the panel has a notch that looks like a small valley.

The second picture is of what we believe to be a working prototype. It shows the upper part of the phone with the display powered on. As you can see, the notch takes up a much smaller space and is home to the camera. We are sure there are other sensors hidden around too.

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Honor 7X and two others will get GPU Turbo public beta on July 31

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 29, 2018

A few weeks ago, Huawei announced the release schedule for its GPU Turbo technology for supported devices. At the moment, the Huawei Mate P20, P20 Pro, Mate 10, and Mate 10 Pro have received a beta version of the feature. Come Tuesday, it will be the turn of the mid-range Honor 7x and two other devices.

The Honor 7X was released last year and comes with a Kirin 659 processor. It is one of Huawei’s more popular mid-range phones globally. When it receives the update that brings a beta version of the feature, it will be the first powered by a Kirin 659 SoC to do so.

The other two devices that will also get it alongside the Honor 7X are the Honor 9i and the Honor 9 Lite (Youth Edition). The Honor 9i mentioned above is the recently released one and not the Honor 9i (Maimang 6/Nova 2i) sold in India.

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