Huawei Super Charge next-generation 40W fast charging technology surfaces online

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Jul 12, 2018

At the end of the previous month, Xiaomi had launched the Mi Explorer program which it had confirmed that there will be a product launch by the end of July in Spain. Fresh information that has appeared on the official forum site of Xiaomi reveals that it will be holding a global launch event on July 24. it is very likely that the company may announce the Mi A2 Android One smartphone on the said date.

Xiaomi had launched the Mi 6X smartphone in April. The smartphone is exclusively available in China. Just as the China-exclusive Mi 5X was launched without MIUI skin as Mi A1 Android One in the global markets, the Mi 6X is pegged to debut as Mi A2 in regions outside of the home country.

The Mi A2 is expected to sport the exact same specs and design as the Mi 6X. However, the only major different on the Mi A2 will be that it won’t be featuring MIUI skin in order to deliver stock Android experience.

The Mi A2 is will be coming with 5.99-inch IPS LCD display with 18:9 aspect ratio and FHD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. The Snapdragon 660 chipset will be powering the smartphone. It is expected to be available with up to 6 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of storage.

The 12-megapixel + 20-megapixel dual camera setup will be present on the back panel of the Mi A2. The frontside of the phone will be fitted with a 20-megapixel selfie camera. It will be receiving power from 3,010mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 support. It is likely to arrive in Blue, Black and Gold color variants. The lowest configuration model of the Mi A2 is expected to be priced at ~$290 whereas the highest variant may arrive with ~$370 pricing.

Xiaomi has informed about the upcoming global launch event through the Mi forums. The company will be allowing few of its fans to attend the July 24 event. Mi fans who wish to attend the event can enter their details between July 11 and July 18. Selected fans will have to bear their travel and accommodation expenses.

In related news, Xiaomi has also confirmed that it will be debuting the Mi Max 3 smartphone in China on July 19. Some of its key specs include 6.99-inch FHD+ display, Snapdragon 636, 6 GB RAM, 128 GB storage, 5,500mAh battery, 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera and 8-megapixel front camera.

Get 15% Off On Xiaomi Amazfit Smartwatch 2 On GearBest

Buy Xiaomi Amazfit Smartwatch 2 For Just $159.99 On GearBest [Discount Coupon Inside]

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Jul 12, 2018

If you’re familiar with the latest trends in wearable technology, then you are highly like to have heard about Amazfit. Been under Xiaomi’s wing for quite some time now, the company has developed a reputation for manufacturing simplistic, yet dapper activity trackers.

Riding on the crest of the success of its first smartwatch, Amazfit recently released its second version, dubbed the Xiaomi Amazfit Smartwatch 2. The device is a huge improvement on its predecessor considering it boasts a broad range of awe-inspiring features.

Much to the delight of fitness-conscious people who have restlessly been waiting to get their hands on the Amazfit Smartwatch 2 without burning a hole in their pocket, GearBest is doling out a considerable 15% off on the smartwatch’s retail price. As a result, you can now buy it at a discounted price of $169.99 on the Chinese online store.

Aside from that, you can save an additional $10 off simply by applying coupon code ‘stratos’ during the checkout process. In other words, you can further reduce your already discounted grand total to just $159.99.

The Xiaomi-branded health tracker is quite a bargain at this heavily slashed price, given that it is backed by a robust battery that delivers a standby time of about 5 days. Moreover, the device offers 512MB of RAM and 4GB of onboard storage that gives you ample room to store photos, music, videos and other files.

Furthermore, the Amazfit Smartwatch 2 packs an Original Xiaomi Chip that promotes low consumption and high performance. Furthermore, the device allows its wearer to sync the data using an app named Amazfit Watch 2.0.

You can follow this link if you’re interested in checking out the full specification and taking advantage of the promo which is slated to end in 4 days. It is also worth noting that the Flash Sale price will only be valid for the remaining 492 pieces.

Huawei Nova 3i likely to arrive with Kirin 710 SoC, four cameras

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Jul 12, 2018

An Indian publication had reported yesterday that Huawei may debut Nova 3 series in India on July 26. The Nova 3 series is expected to include handsets like Nova 3 and Nova 3i. Around a month ago, a report had revealed that Huawei is prepping up a new SoC called Kirin 710 to rival with the newly introduced Snapdragon 710. A Chinese leakster that has shared an image which compares the specs of Nova 3 and 3i reveals that the latter is powering by the upcoming Kirin 710 SoC.

There are five differences between the Nova 3 and 3i. The Nova 3 features a 3D glass gradient body and it will be arriving in five colors including Aurora, Acacia Red, Bright Black, Light Blue, and Gold. On the other side the Nova 3i will have a 2.5D glass gradient body and it will be available in four colors including Aurora, Acacia Red, Bright Black, Pearl White.

The Huawei Nova 3 will be a flagship phone as it features Kirin 970 SoC. It will also include 6 GB of RAM and an internal storage of 128 GB. A 3,750mAh battery is enabled with support for 9V/2A will be powering the Nova 3.

The Nova 3i will be a mid-range phone with the all new Kirin 710 SoC present inside it. Its variants are 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage. It will be receiving power to perform from a 3,340mAh battery that will support 5V/2A charging.

The rear side of the Nova 3 will feature 24-megapixel + 16-megapixel dual camera. It will be equipped with dual selfie snapper featuring a 24-megapixel sensor and a 2-megapixel sensor.

Like the Nova 3, the mid-range Nova 3i will be also equipped with four cameras. The rear panel of the Nova 3i will have 16-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual camera setup and its front will be sporting 24-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual camera unit. The Nova 3 and 3i smartphones will carry support for GPU Turbo technology and 3D Qmoji.

The leakster has claimed that the Nova 3i could be priced between 1,999 Yuan (~$299) and 2,199 Yuan (~$329). As far the Kirin 710 is concerned, it is speculated to be a 12nm SoC that will be arriving as a successor for the Kirin 659 SoC. Compared to the predecessor, the Kirin 710 offers twofold better CPU performance and its GPU performance has been improved by 2.26 times. On AnTuTu, the Kirin 710 has score more than 130,000 points. Also, SoC is pegged to include AI capabilities.

Apart from India, Philippines is the other country that is expected to receive the Nova 3i smartphone later this month.

Get 19% Off On Huawei P20 Phablet On GearBest

Buy Huawei P20 Phablet For Just $559.99 On GearBest [Discount Coupon Inside]

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Jul 12, 2018

Huawei has a reputation for manufacturing feature-laden mobile devices. Keeping its fame alive, the Chinese handset maker launched the P20 in March this year and as expected, it became an instant hit with Huawei’s huge, dedicated fanbase.

On the downside, the Huawei branded 4G phablet didn’t come cheap. In fact, the P20 would normally set you back a pretty penny on online stores. While a steeply priced phablet spells nothing but bad news if you’re on a cost-conscious buyer, we have something for you to cheer about.

GearBest is currently doling out a considerable 19% off on the Huawei P20’s original asking price. In other words, the coveted phablet can now be yours if you’re willing to shell out only $619.99.
But if you do not want to spend that kind of money on a phablet, here’s how you can get an additional discount without breaking much of a sweat. In order to bring your already discounted grand total further down, all you need to do is apply coupon code ‘IT$MPP20128’ during the check out process.

This will help you save an additional $60 by reducing your grand total to just $559.99. The Huawei P20 is an irresistible phablet at this heavily discounted price, given that it sports an array of awe-inspiring specs and features. Let’s check out some of its mean features.

First off, the P20 sports a big 5.84-inch LTPS, IPS, FHD+ display with a screen resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. Furthermore, the device is housed in a robust glass and metal body, which is further augmented with an appealing full-view display.

Aside from that, the P20 packs a powerful Kirin 970 Octa Core 2.36GHz processor along with an ARM Mali G72 MP12, 767 MHz, 12-Cores GPU, under the hood. The device offers 4GB of RAM and 128GB of non-expandable onboard storage.

On the photography front, the dual-SIM phablet houses 20.0MP + 12.0MP dual-camera setup with AF and dual-LED flash on the back. Up front, there’s a 24.0MP camera for selfies and face-to-face video chatting.

The device runs the Android 8.0 Oreo operating system and is backed by a non-removable 3400mAh battery. The P20 is also crammed with a slew of useful sensors including a proximity sensor, e-compass, fingerprint sensor, ambient light sensor, and gravity sensor.

You can avail this discount and find more details about the Huawei P20 phablet’s features by following this link before the promo comes to an end. It is also imperative for you to bear in mind that the aforesaid coupon code is likely to expire soon.

Xiaomi Mi Max 3’s launch date is July 19

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Jul 12, 2018

Yesterday, Xiaomi had teased that it will be announcing something important today. Through its official Weibo account, the Chinese manufacturer has just confirmed that Xiaomi Mi Max 3 will be launching on July 19. The Weibo post that accompanies the launch poster states that the Mi Max 3 will be featuring a large-sized display and a big battery.

In the previous month, the Mi Max 3 had appeared on TENAA with all its specs. It will be housing a 6.9-inch display that will offer a tall aspect ratio of 18:9. The mammoth display will be supporting Full HD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels.

The Snapdragon 636 or the newly unveiled Snapdragon 632 chipset is expected to power the Mi Max 3. It will be available in RAM options such as 3 GB, 4 GB and 6 GB and its storage variants include 32 GB, 64 GB and 128 GB. For more storage, it features a dedicated microSD card slot. A fingerprint scanner is positioned on the back panel of the phone.

It will be the first Mi Max series smartphone to feature dual camera setup. Recent reports have revealed that its vertical dual camera unit will be featuring a 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 sensor and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor. For shooting selfies, it will be equipped with an 8-megapixel front camera. It will be packed with a huge battery of 5,500mAh capacity that will carry support for fast charging.

The images of the case renders of the Mi Max 3 have revealed that it will be equipped with a USB-C port on the bottom edge whereas the upper edge will have a 3.5mm audio jack and an IR blaster. Recent leaks have revealed that the Mi Max 3 will be arriving in black and gold versions. The device. The highest configuration model may carry a price tag of 1,699 Yuan (~$253).

Some rumors have claimed that there will be variant called Mi Max 3 Pro that will include Snapdragon 710, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. It is advisable to wait for newer leaks to confirm on the existence of the SD710 variant of the smartphone.

Are you eagerly waiting for the Mi Max 3? What do you think about its specs and features? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

Xiaomi may announce Mi Max 3′ release date tomorrow

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Jul 11, 2018

The Mi Max 3 has been in the news a lot in recent weeks. There have been lots of leaks covering specs and live photos. What we have not heard much of is a launch date and that may change tomorrow.

A new teaser by the official Xiaomi Weibo account hints at Xiaomi announcing the release date for the Mi Max 3 tomorrow. The teaser shows a white silhouette of a phone we believe is the Mi Max 3. Written on the screen area is a text that roughly translates into “Big screen mobile phone is ………?”

There is also another text at the bottom that translates into an announcement tomorrow morning. And the image’s caption says “a good news will be shared tomorrow morning“.

The Mi Max 3 comes a little over a year after its predecessor. It will have a larger 6.99-inch display but with an 18:9 aspect ratio. This should make it easier to hold. It will come with a Snapdragon 636 processor, up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

Dual display and Wear OS-packing Ticwatch Pro smartwatch now on sale via Amazon

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 11, 2018

Smartwatch maker Mobvoi launched its latest product, the TicWatch Pro in May 2018. The smartwatch has now officially gone on sale via Amazon with shipping available to several countries globally. The wearable device was expected to be priced at less than $300 and indeed, it is way less. The TicWatch Pro comes with a $249.99 price tag.

TicWatch Pro comes with several features that set it apart from its predecessors. Some of the features include a heart rate sensor, NFC for Google Pay, GPS and an OLED display. These are ordinarily not exclusive features since they are also found on other Wear OS running smartwatches like the LG Watch Sport and Huawei Watch 2. The TicWatch Pro sets itself apart with the inclusion of an FTSN LCD display on top of the OLED display.

The OLED display underneath is the main display where the Wear OS and its attractive UI are shown. Whereas the FTSN LCD display is transparent and shows your heart rate, step count, and the time. The secondary display is obviously a low power display which will be always on. The smartwatch turns off the Wear OS display when left alone and when you need to use the watch, it turns back on.

Furthermore, the TicWatch Pro sports an Essential Mode which runs on only the low-power FTSN LCD display. In the Essential Mode, the TicWatch Pro still monitors your steps and heart rate, as well as the calories burned. The smartwatch can run for up to 30 days if running on Essential Mode. You can at any time switch to Wear OS and that will happen within a minute. The device also comes with NFC which makes it suitable for cardless payment. The company will, later on, release an LTE version of the smartwatch.

You can buy the wearable device from Amazon by following the source link below

MediaTek posts impressive Q2 2018 report as revenue explodes in June

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 11, 2018

Reports from the Taiwanese media indicate that MediaTek recently announced its financial performance for the month of June as well as the first half of 2018. The fabless chip manufacturer saw a surge in its revenue reaching a massive NT$21.06 billion for June alone and also an increase in revenue in the second quarter as expected.

The company also announced its gross revenue for the first half of the year with a 3.53% decline year-on-year. The company raked in a gross revenue of NT$110.135 billion. However, the company’s second-quarter revenue exceeded 60 billion Taiwanese Dollars, peaking at NT$60.48 billion (US$1.98 billion). This represents an increase of 21.8% from the previous quarter which is higher than the 20% growth forecasted. The revenue for Q2 2018 also exceeded the company’s earnings forecast of 55.6 billion to 59.6 billion Taiwan dollars.

MediaTek’s positive earnings for the second quarter could the attributed to the successful outing of its mid-range chipsets especially the Helio P60 chip. The chipset was first unveiled at MWC 2018 in February and has been adopted by a number of Chinese OEMs. The Taiwanese company is also optimistic that the positive result will continue in the third quarter. That may be a tough nut to crack anyway because the Chinese smartphone industry is presently experiencing a downturn. However, MediaTek may continue to grow in the deployment of its technology in other areas apart from smartphones, such as its Wi-Fi technology, power management ICs, automotive electronics and IoT.

Lenovo Z5 Aurora color variant will go on sale in China on July 17

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Jeet

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Jul 11, 2018

Last month, Lenovo launched its much-awaited mid-range smartphone Lenovo Z5. Despite the phone not being what was teased by the company and what people expected, it has performed well in terms of sales with the device getting sold out within minutes.

While the Lenovo Z5 was announced on sale in three color options — Schumann Black, Indigo Blue, and Aurora, which switches color from Blue to Purple depending on the lighting. However, only the Black and Blue color version were available for sale.

Lenovo has now announced that the Lenovo Z5 Aurora color version will go on sale on 17th July in China. It is priced at 1,799 Yuan which roughly converts to $269 and is currently available for pre-order on JD.com.

The smartphone comes with a 6.2-inch Full-HD+ display with screen resolution of 2240 x 1080p pixels, 19:9 aspect ratio and a notch on top. The display is covered by a layer of 2.5D Gorilla Glass which protects it from minor scratches. The notch on the display is smaller than flagship phones like the iPhone X or the Xiaomi Mi 8.

Under the hood, the device is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 636 processor along with 6GB of RAM. While the phone comes in two storage options — 64GB and 128GB, the Aurora color variant is available for the 128GB internal storage model only.

There’s a dual camera setup at the back of the phone with a primary 16MP f/2.0 sensor and a secondary 8MP sensor for depth information. The smartphone provides enhanced camera experience using artificial intelligence with support for 4D beauty mode, AI noise reduction, night mode, and AI portrait mode. On the front side, there’s an 8MP f/2.0 sensor with beauty mode.

It runs on Android Oreo operating system out of the box with the company’s own ZUI 4.0 on top which brings fluidity of the UI and adds Full U-Touch 4.0 Screen gestures, AI voice commands, and features such as automatic call answer via gestures. The company has also promised Android P update for the Lenovo Z5. The device is powered by a 3,300mAh battery with 18W fast charge support.

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Huawei Nova 3, 3i may debut in India on July 26

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Jul 11, 2018

Huawei Nova 3 will be unveiled on July 18. However, the smartphone has already appeared with entire specs and images on the official store. Apart from the Nova 3 smartphone, the Nova 3 series is also expected to include Nova 3i smartphone. Fresh information that has appeared on a leading Indian publication has revealed that Nova 3 series will be made official by the end of this month. It has also revealed that Huawei may launch the Nova 3 and 3i smartphones on July 26.

Recent reports have revealed that a 6.3-inch notched IPS LCD screen will be available on the Nova 3 smartphone. The Kirin 970 SoC is expected to drive the smartphone along with 6 GB of RAM. It is expected to arrive in storage choices like 64 GB and 128 GB. The handset will be arriving with the EMUI 8.2 UI based Android 8.1 Oreo.

The notch of the Nova 3 will be equipped with 24-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual camera setup. The backside of the Nova 3 is fitted with 16-megapixel + 24-megapixel dual camera module. The handset is packed with a 3,650mAh battery.

There is no information on the specifications of the Huawei Nova 3i and what sets it apart from Nova 3. These phones are expected to arrive with GPU Turbo technology that enhances the graphics performance by 60 percent. Also, the Nova 3 and 3i handsets are also expected to support 7.1 audio experience.

The Honor 7X and Honor 9 Lite mid-range smartphones that were sold in India were met with positive reception. The popularity of these phones has allowed Honor to gain a market share of 3.1 in Q1 2018 and enter the list of top five smartphone brands in India.

Huawei Nova 3i will launch in The Philippines on July 28

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Jul 11, 2018

First, Huawei announced the Nova 3e (in Malaysia) which is actually the same device as the P20 Lite. Then the Nova 3 got an early reveal today even though it isn’t due to launch until July 18. And now there is the Nova 3i which is heading to The Philippines.

The poster for the Nova 3i was spotted by a Facebook user who then shared it on a Huawei and Honor Philippines group on the platform.

The poster shows the Nova 3i will also have a notch like the Nova 3 and Nova 3e. It will also have “24MP Four AI Cameras” and 128GB of storage. The Nova 3 has four cameras, so there is a chance this is the same device but launching under a different name. It may also pack different specs.

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the Nova 3 already has multiple variants. Last year’s Nova 2 has multiple variants too. Apart from the main Nova 2, there is the Nova 2 Plus, the Nova 2 Lite (Huawei Y7 Prime 2018), the Nova 2i (Maimang 6/Honor 9i/Mate 10 Lite) and the Nova 2s.

OPPO Find X unboxing and hands on pictures: Epic design!

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 11, 2018

After a long wait that at a point was looking to be an endless one, OPPO finally announced the launch of the Find X smartphone. The device turned out to be worth the wait except that it comes with a steep price that might make it unaffordable for many. That notwithstanding, the design and innovation coupled with the powerful specs hardware make the device worth having. We bring you the unboxing/hands-on pictures of the OPPO Find X.

The Find X features an unprecedented 93.8% screen ratio and equally features a standout innovative dual-rail periscope structure with a full hidden 3D camera. The dual-rail periscope hides many components such as 3D-structured optical components, front-facing cameras, receivers, and rear dual cameras. This design also ensures the integrity of the overall screen by avoiding having to create a notch at the top to house the components. The design also ensures the top bezel is as thin as those on the sides. With this, we are gradually edging towards a full bezel-less smartphone and it won’t be surprising if OPPO or Vivo is among the first OEM to unveil that.

OPPO Find X comes with a Type C port that is used for charging as well as data transfer and for connecting a headset. There is no 3.5mm audio port on the device but there is a Type-C to 3.5mm audio jack adapter in the box. The device is also bundled with a USB Type-C earphone.

As far as the specs go, the flagship model packs a 6.42-inch fullHD+ (2340 x 1080) AMOLED display as well as 19.5:9 aspect ratio. There is a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection atop the display while the phone is fueled by the Snapdragon 845 processor. The processor is paired with 8GB of RAM and it ships with Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box, with OPPO’s ColorOS 5.1 skin. There is a 125GB storage variant as well as a 256GB variant. The Find X is quite pricey, starting at 4,999 Yuan (approx. $756). Find more unboxing pictures of the device from down below.

Honor Note 10 key specs leaked; Launch imminent as JD begins reservations

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Jul 11, 2018

Huawei’s sub-brand Honor is now prepping up to launch the Honor Note 10 smartphone. A fresh leak has revealed the key specifications of the smartphone. Moreover, JD has started the reservations of the Note 10 which suggests that the arrival of the smartphone is closed at hand.

The new leak by Phone Corridor reveals that the Honor Note 10 is equipped with a 6.9-inch that supports QHD+ resolution of 1440 pixels. Previous rumors have revealed that the smartphone will be featuring a Super AMOLED display. The Kirin 970 SoC will be preset under the hood of the device. The SoC will be assisted by 6 GB of RAM. It is equipped with an internal storage of 128 GB. It will come preinstalled with Android 8.1 Oreo and the latest version of EMUI.

The Honor Note 10 is likely to powered by a 6,000mAh battery that may carry support for 5V/4.5A (22.5W) fast charging through USB-C. The handset is also expected to carry support for NFC. The Note 10 also expected to be equipped with GPU Turbo technology. For photography, the Note 10 will be coming with 24-megapixel + 16-megapixel dual camera on its rear and a front-facing snapper of 16-megapixel.

The arrival of the Note 10 may not be far away as JD has started receiving its reservations. The product page mentions that the last date to reserve the smartphone is July 25 which suggests that the smartphone could be available for buying from July 26. The Note 10’s listing on JD does not contain any information on its pricing.

Honor’s President has recently claimed on Weibo that the company has been working on the Honor Note 10 since the past two years. The smartphone will be arriving as a successor for Note 8 from 2016 since the company did not launch a smartphone with Note 9 moniker in 2017. The Chinese manufacturer is likely to confirm on its official launch in the next few days.

What do you think about the rumored specs of the phone? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

Android P’s Name Revealed in Huawei-Customer Chat

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Jul 11, 2018

It has become an annual tradition for people to guess what Google would name its next version of Android. This year has been no different for Android P. Google won’t announce the official name until next month but if you are eager to find out what the name is, you should read on.

In what is most likely a mistake by a Huawei employee, the name of the next Android version is now public knowledge. The name was revealed in a live chat conversation between a customer and a Huawei Mobile representative.

The customer wanted to know when the Huawei P9 Lite Mini (Y6 Pro) and Huawei P9 Lite (2017) would get updated to EMUI 8.0 (Android 8.0 Oreo). In one of the responses, the Huawei employee then mentions Android Pistachio just as one would casually say Android Oreo.

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Nokia X5 launch cancelled due to issue with venue

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Jul 11, 2018

HMD Global was supposed to launch the Nokia X5 today at 8:00 PM in China. Few hours before the launch, HMD Global declared through its official Weibo account that the launch of the Nokia X5 has been delayed. The company has not revealed the precise reason behind the cancellation of X5’s launch. HMD Global’s Weibo posts states that the product launch has been delayed because of the issues related to the venue of the conference.

HMD Global is yet to confirm on the new launch date for the Nokia X5. Probably, the company may release a new statement on the arrival of the X5 in the near future. Just as the Nokia X6 is expected to be available outside of China as Nokia 6.1 Plus, rumors have the Nokia X5 will be coming first to China and then it is likely to hit the global markets with Nokia 5.1 Plus moniker.

The rumor mill has already revealed that the Nokia X5 will be arriving with a notched display like the Nokia X6. It features a 5.86-inch IPS LCD display that supports 19::9 aspect ratio. The Helio P60 is expected to be present under the hood of the smartphone.

The Nokia X5 is likely to arrive to arrive with up to 6 GB of RAM and up to 64 GB of storage. The handset will also include a microSD card slot. It will be fueled by 3,000mAh battery and it will be shipped with Android 8.1 Oreo OS. For photography, it is pegged to feature 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup and 8-megapixel front-facing camera.

A leaked poster that had appeared earlier today had revealed that the Nokia X5 will be carrying a price tag of 799 Yuan (~$120). This seems to be the pricing of the starting variant of the Nokia X5 that may feature 3 GB of RAM and an internal storage of 32 GB. Its 64 GB storage variant is expected to carry a price tag of 999 Yuan (~$150).

Xiaomi is reportedly planning to open its Mi Store in Turkey

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Jeet

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Jul 11, 2018

Xiaomi, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer, which recently got listed on Hong Kong stock exchange, is reportedly looking to expand its operations to Turkey with Mi Store.

A couple of pictures of a store canvas with Xiaomi logo and “Coming Soon” text have surfaced online, suggesting that the company is gearing up to launch its Mi Store in Turkey. However, this could also be a third-party store or an authorised reseller that will sell Xiaomi devices.

According to the company officials, Xiaomi is planning to enter Turkey and if everything works out fine, it aims to estalbish online presence in the first quarter of 2019 and a physical store in the third quarter of 2019.

Recently, expanding its presence in Europe, the Chinese technology giant opened its first authorized store in Paris. Apart from Paris, the company is officially operating in Spain and Italy. The company is also present in Russia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Singapore.

Xiaomi, which has strong presence in its home country as well as in India, where the company is currently leading in terms of market share, is also looking to start selling its smartphones in the United States.

In terms of smartphone shipments, Xiaomi reportedly shipped 29.3 million units in Q1 of 2018, registering a year-on-year growth of 129 percent.

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Sony Xperia XA2 Plus with 6-inch 18:9 display, SD630, 6 GB RAM is official

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Jul 11, 2018

At the beginning of this year, Sony had launched the Xperia XA2 and Xperia XA2 Ultra smartphones. Today, Sony has added another member to the XA2 family by announcing the Xperia XA2 Plus smartphone. Except for the inclusion of an 18:9 aspect ratio screen and 6 GB RAM, the XA2 Plus borrows its specs from XA2 and XA2 Ultra.

Sony Xperia XA2 Plus Specifications and Features

What’s interesting about the Xperia XA2 Plus is that it features the trendy aspect ratio of 18:9 but retains the same 6-inch IPS LCD screen that is available on the Xperia XA2 Ultra. The display is well-protected by Gorilla Glass 5. Also, like the Ultra model, the XA2 Plus is powered by Snapdragon 630 SoC.

The 32 GB storage model of the XA2 Plus has 4 GB of RAM whereas the 64 GB variant includes 6 GB of RAM. It includes support for microSD card through a hybrid SIM slot. The smartphone is preinstalled with Android 8.0 Oreo. It borrows the 23-megapixel rear camera with f/2.0 aperture that is available on the XA2 and XA2 Ultra models.

The XA2 Plus has a front-facing camera of 8-megapixel. The Ultra model is equipped with dual selfie cameras. A fingerprint scanner resides on the backside of the phone. It has a 3,580mAh battery that carries support for Quick Charge 3.0.

The connectivity features available on the Xperia XA2 Plus include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB-C and 3.5mm audio jack. The handset can be availed in color choices like Silver, Black, Gold and Green. The smartphone measures 157 x 74 x 89.6mm and it weighs 205 grams.

Sony is yet to reveal the pricing of the Xperia XA2 Plus. The smartphone is slated to release in August in Europe.

OPPO and Dirac partner to give the Find X superior audio prowess

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Jul 11, 2018

The OPPO Find X may be popular for its full-screen display and its motorized cameras but it appears it is also an audio champion. A press release from OPPO and Dirac has revealed the technology behind the Find X’ audio quality.

OPPO and Dirac have been working together for about five years now. It also shouldn’t come as a surprise that OPPO is concerned about audio quality. Apart from smartphones, OPPO also makes headphones and amplifiers. Dirac, on the other hand, is a Sweden-based global leader in audio technology.

The OPPO Find X features three of Dirac’s audio technologies. There is Dirac HD Sound® – for earphone optimization, Dirac Power Sound® for speaker optimization, and Dirac Sensaround® for soundstage widening.

Dirac Power sound helps with enhancing the volume and bass of the speaker while Dirac HD sound which is also present in the Find X’ earphones improves “musical staging clarity, voice intelligibility, and bass fidelity”. Dirac Sensaround comes into play when you watch movies or videos on the Find X while using any headphones.