Xiaomi Mi 8 Indian launch could be nearing

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Aug 20, 2018

Xiaomi is prepping up to launch Poco F1 tomorrow. The handset will be arriving as the first phone in the newly announced Pocophone series. Reports have claimed that India will be receiving the Poco F1 smartphone instead of the Xiaomi Mi 8 that was made official in China at the end of May. However, according to a latest report by 91 Mobiles, India will be also receiving Mi 8 soon after the launch of Poco F1. The publication has also claimed the Indian arrival of the Mi 8 has been confirmed by three separate retailers in India.

The publication has further stated that the Indian launch date of Mi 8 is not known yet. It is likely to be priced under Rs. 30,000. In China, Xiaomi had launched the Mi 8 with in multiple variants featuring up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of native storage. There is no confirmation on whether all the variants of the Mi 8 will be arriving in India.

Recent rumors have claimed that the 128 GB variant of the Poco F1 could be priced at Rs. 25,000. There is a possibility that the Mi 8 could be aimed towards the offline markets whereas the upcoming Poco F1 could be only available online.

The Xiaomi Mi 8 and Poco F1 have similar specs and design. The Poco F1 has a dual camera unit followed by a fingerprint on the top-half of its rear shell. Since it is arriving as an affordable flagship, it features a polycarbonate rear. On the other side, the Mi 8 is blessed with a premium appeal as it features a glass rear with an iPhone X-like vertical dual camera on its top left. It also features a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. The Poco F1 has an LCD screen with a wide notch whereas the Mi 8 has an AMOLED display with similar sized notch.

The Poco F1 features 5.99-inch IPS LCD notched display, Snapdragon 845 with liquid cooling, 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, microSD card slot, IR-based facial recognition, 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera, 20-megapixel, 4,000mAh battery and 3.5mm audio jack.

On the other side, the Mi 8 features a 6.28-inch S-AMOLED display, Snapdragon 845 SoC, up to 8 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, dual 12-megapixel rear cameras, 20-megapixel front-facing camera and 3,400mAh battery. It lacks microSD card slot and 3.5mm audio jack.

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Get Up To 20% Off On Popular Brands On AliExpress

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Vinay Patel

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Aug 20, 2018

AliExpress is offering brand-conscious buyers who are on a tight budget something to cheer about. The Chinese online retail service is giving up to 20% off on popular brands in the form of unmissable deals that have been split into multiple categories.

The promotion sale features high-end audio devices, smart electronics, cameras, video devices, games-related items, projectors, accessories and various parts. More importantly, each product covered in the aforesaid categories are available at a heavily discounted price.
For the sake of an instance, the site is offering a considerable 71% off on the Bluedio BS-6 Mini Bluetooth speaker that normally sells for $126.99. Thanks to the discount, you can now buy this easily portable speaker for phones at a reduced price of just $36.83.

The Audio Devices section is brimming with awe-inspiring speakers, headphones, and earphones that are likely to sweep music lovers off their feet. Likewise, the Smart Electronics section is crammed with all sorts of smartwatches that you can buy without emptying your pocket.

Keeping in line with this, the well-received COLMI smartwatch is now available at a dropped price of just $33.49. Note that the activity tracker normally carries a price tag of $49.99 on AliExpress. You can choose from black, green, red and blue color options.
Much to the delight of photography enthusiasts, AliExpress is giving discounts on a broad range of photography related items including the YONGNUO YN50mm F1.8 Large Aperture Auto Focus Lens that is compatible with Nikon D800, D300 and D800 camera lens, just to name a few.

You can head straight to this link to check out the rest of the products and avail the deals before the promotion comes to an end.

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Nokia 6.1 Plus could be Flipkart exclusive in India, launching tomorrow

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Jeet

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Aug 20, 2018

HMD Global, the company behind the Nokia smartphones, has scheduled a launch event in India tomorrow where it is expected to launch the Nokia 6.1 Plus, which is the global variant of the Nokia X6 launched in China.

Now, ahead of the launch event, the company has confirmed that the smartphone will be exclusively available through online marketplace Flipkart. The teaser video also features musician trio Shankar, Ehsaan, and Loy.

Earlier, the company had sent out media invites for the “next big unveil”. While the company did not name the Nokia 6.1 Plus as the device of interest, it’s likely to be the Nokia 6.1 Plus given that the company has already started the global rollout of the phone.

The Nokia 6.1 Plus features a 5.8-inch Full-HD+ display with 2280 x 1080 pixels screen resolution, 19:9 aspect ratio and 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. Under the hood, the device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor, paired along with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage.

There’s a microSD card slot which enables users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity. Coming to the photography department, the device sports a dual camera setup, consisting of a 16-megapixel primary sensor with f/2.0 aperture and a 5-megapixel secondary camera sensor with f/2.4 aperture. On the front side, there’s a 16-megapixel camera with f/2.0 aperture for taking selfies and video calling.

Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5, GPS / GLONASS, and USB Type-C. Running on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box, the smartphone is fuelled by a 3,060mAh battery which also supports Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging.

Looking at the specifications, the Nokia 6.1 Plus will be competing against the likes of Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro and ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M1, among others. However, it remains to be seen how the company prices the device in the Indian market.

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Alleged Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 photos reveal design changes

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 20, 2018

Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 is rumored to go official in September. To be more precise, a recent leak had claimed that the phone may get announced on Sept. 15. The Mi MIX series phones that have launched so far have featured similar design. However, rumors surrounding the Mi MIX 3 claim that it may arrive with an enhanced design. Fresh photos of the alleged Mi MIX 3 smartphone have surfaced on Weibo today. The new images also suggest that the Mi MIX 3 will be sporting a better design and higher screen space than its predecessor models.

The above shown images of the back panel of the alleged Mi MIX 3 indicate that it could be equipped with glass or ceramic rear. Hence, the handset is pegged to carry support for wireless charging.

The dual camera module is placed in the upper half of the rear shell and it does not feature a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. This seems to be a clear proof that the Mi MIX 3 will be equipped with an under-display fingerprint reader.

The other photo that is shown below reveals that its bottom edge is equipped with features like an external speaker grille, a USB-C port and a microphone. The bottom bezel of the alleged Mi MIX 3 appears thinner than that of the predecessor Mi MIX series phones. This means that the bottom bezel will not be housing the selfie camera. It indicates that it could be equipped with a pop-up selfie camera.

Rumors have it that the pop-up selfie camera module may also feature an LED flash. The reduction of the bottom bezel indicates that the Mi MIX 3 may offer higher screen-to-body ratio than Mi MIX 2S. The Mi MIX 3 is unlikely to feature 3.5mm audio jack like the Mi MIX 2S.

Last year, Xiaomi had confirmed the launch date of the Mi MIX 2 phone on Aug. 30 and it was made official on Sept. 11. It had arrived a day before Apple had announced the iPhone X. If the Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 goes official by mid-September, there is a possibility that the company may confirm on its launch date by the end of this month. A recent leak had revealed that the Mi MIX 3 could be coming with S-AMOLED screen with 2K resolution, Snapdragon 845, 20-megapixel selfie camera, in-display fingerprint scanner and Qi wireless charging. The leak had also revealed that it could be priced at ~$569.

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Buy The Xiaomi Mi 8 Smartphone For Only $409 On Giztop

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Vinay Patel

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Aug 20, 2018

The Xiaomi Mi 6 successor dubbed, the Mi 8 was unveiled during a recently-concluded event that took place in Shenzhen, China. As expected, the flagship Android smartphone became an instant hit among Xiaomi fans after hitting the store shelves in May this year.

Despite its skyrocketing popularity, the Xiaomi Mi 8 didn’t quite sweep cost-conscious buyers off their feet, thanks to the steep price tag it usually carries. But that’s about to change.

In a bid to make the Mi 8 available to those who are on a tight budget, Giztop is now giving a noteworthy discount on the coveted smartphone’s retail price. As a result, you can now buy the feature-laden Xiaomi Mi 8 smartphone at a dropped price of just $409.

The official shop of Gizmochina is offering a significant reduction in the phone’s original asking price of $449. Note that the price drop will be valid only for a limited period of time.
Sporting a mammoth 6.21-inch 2.5D Curved AMOLED screen, FHD+ display with 2248 x1080 pixels resolution, the Mi 8 is an irresistible smartphone. It packs a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Octa-core processor along with an Adreno 630 710MHz GPU, under the hood.

The Mi 8 offers 6GB of LP-DDR4 RAM and 64GB/128GB/256GB of onboard storage. Moreover, the phone houses a 12MP+12MP dual camera setup with a Sony IMX363 Exmor RS sensor on the back, and a 20MP front camera with f/2.0 (1.8nm) for selfies and face-to-face video chatting.

You can visit this link in order to check out the full specification and avail the discount before the promotion comes to an end.

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

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Jeet

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Aug 20, 2018

A few months ago, Xiaomi launched Mi 8, its flagship smartphone, for a starting price of 2,699 Yuan (approximately $393). Now, the company has announced a price cut of 100 Yuan on the 6GB RAM and 64GB storage variant of the Mi 8, making it the cheapest Snapdragon 845-powered smartphone in China.

With the discounted price of the Mi 8, the Meizu 16 now faces a tough competition. Further, the price cut comes at a time when the Meizu 16 is out-of-stock. The Meizu 16, the company’s flagship phone of the year, starts at 2,698, which roughly converts to $392.

Currently, Xiaomi Mi 8 6GB RAM and 64GB storage model is available on the company’s official online store in three color options. While the 64GB storage variant received a price cut, the 256GB storage model comes with Mi Band 2 fitness tracker.

Coming to the specs, the Mi 8 comes with a 6.21-inch Full HD+ display with a notch at the top that houses an IR face scanner, a 20MP selfie camera, and the usual sensors. Under the hood, it is powered by a Snapdragon 845 processor.

For photography, it features two camera sensors on the back, both being a 12MP sensors with support for optical image stabilization and optical zoom. There’s also a fingerprint scanner on the back panel. Running on Android Oreo-based MIUI 10, the device is powered by a 3,400mAh battery.

On the other hand, the Meizu 16, launched earlier this month, has a 6-inch Full HD+ display with 2160 x 1080 pixels screen resolution. It is powered by Snapdragon 845 SoC and comes in three variants — 4GB RAM, 6GB RAM, and 8GB RAM.

It features a dual-camera setup on the back, with a 12MP primary sensor and a 20MP secondary sensor. On the front side, it has a 20MP snapper with f/2.0 aperture. This one too runs on Android Oreo operating system out-of-the-box with Flyme OS and is powered by a 3,010mAh battery.

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Preorder BlitzWolf BW-SDB2 60W Smart Soundbar For Just $119.99 On Banggood

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Vinay Patel

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Aug 20, 2018

If you’re unhappy with the performance of your new television’s built-in loudspeakers and are looking for a way to intensify the substandard audio quality, you can consider buying a TV soundbar. Regrettably, this solution can set you back a pretty penny.

While top-end TV soundbars don’t come cheap, Banggood is giving cost-conscious television junkies something to cheer about. Sticking to its reputation, the Chinese online store that ensures buyers get the best bang for their buck is now offering a 33% off on the high-end BW-SDB2 60W Smart Soundbar from BlitzWolf.

Equipped with 6 speakers and 2 low-frequency radiators that deliver clear sound, the BW-SDB2 60W Smart Soundbar usually carries a steep $179.99 price tag. But thanks to the aforesaid discount, you can now preorder it at a dropped price of just $119.99, and that’s not all.

The first 200 customers who buy the BlitzWolf BW-SDB2 60W Smart Soundbar on or before September 9th will be eligible to receive a discount for BW-SW2 subwoofer in the form of a coupon code. This discount coupon will be sent to the consumer via email immediately after the SDB2 has been shipped.

An absolute bargain at this price, the BlitzWolf BW-SDB2 will grab your attention with its unique metal body design, which is augmented with an equally appealing wood surface. Aside from sporting an exquisite outward aspect, the BlitzWolf-branded soundbar is capable of delivering unparalleled sound quality, coupled with enhanced syllable rhythm.

On the downside, the above-mentioned discount will only be valid for the first 150 pieces only. The next 300 units will come bearing a slightly steeper $124.99 price tag, while rest of the pieces will sell for $129.99 until the promo comes to an end. If you’re interested in taking advantage of the discount, all you need to do is to follow this link without wasting time.

Get 33% Off On BlitzWolf BW-SDB2 60W Smart Soundbar

Vivo X23 appears on official website; Reservations begin

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 20, 2018

Vivo X23, the successor of the Vivo X21 that was introduced earlier this year has now appeared on the official website in China. The Chinese manufacturer has begun the reservations of the smartphone. However, the official listing of the phone does not contain any specifications.

The official page of the Vivo X23 confirms some of its key features. It is fitted with display that features a drop-like notch. The above image states that the comprehensive screen of the X23 offers a screen-to-body ratio of 91.2 percent.

The back panel of the phone that seems to be made out of glass features AI powered dual camera setup which includes a super wide-angle lens. The glass rear of the X23 features 3D design which suggest it would be available in color gradient options.

Lastly, the Vivo X23 will be coming with fourth-generation under-display fingerprint scanner for enhanced phone unlocking experience. The specifications of the Vivo X23 are not yet available on its official page. However, the company has confirmed that it will be revealing the specs of the phone tomorrow. Also, it may hit the market by the end of this month.

Rumors have it that the Vivo X23 may feature a 6.4-inch AMOLED screen. The handset may either feature Snapdragon 670 or Snapdragon 710 SoC along with 8 GB of RAM. It is also expected to carry support for 3D facial scanning through TOF 3D depth camera technology. The handset is also expected to support 22.5W fast charging through USB-C. It is speculated that the Vivo X23 may carry a price tag of 3,199 Yuan.

The Vivo X23 is not the only Vivo phone that will be debuting soon. The Chinese manufacturer has already confirmed that it will be debuting Vivo V11 Pro on Sept. 6. The V11 Pro is expected to feature 6.4-inch screen that produces Full HD+ resolution. It could be fueled by Snapdragon 660, 6 GB of RAM and 3,400mAh battery. For photography, the handset may feature 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual rear camera and 25-megapixel frontal shooter. It is likely to arrive with a native storage of 128 GB.

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Avail Big Discounts On Select JMGO-Branded DLP Projectors On TomTop

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Vinay Patel

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Aug 20, 2018

JMGO has a reputation for designing and manufacturing top-end laser projectors, portable projectors and home theater projectors. Deemed as one of the world’s most reputable suppliers of smart theater projectors, JMGO sold over 300,000 units in 2016.

If you’ve restlessly been waiting to buy a JMGO branded projector without emptying your pocket, we got good news for you. TomTop is currently doling out noteworthy discounts on select DLP projectors manufactured by the Shenzhen-based company.

Keeping in line with this, you can buy the JMGO M6 Portable DLP Projector at a lowered price of just $329. TomTop is offering a 34% reduction in the device’s original asking price of S$491.67.
This discount will be valid for the remaining 119 pieces of the gold-tinted DLP projector. This limited offer which will be valid for 11 days comes with a chance to get JMGO 3D glasses for free.

The innovative P2 Portable DLP Projector from JMGO would normally set you back $709.56 on TomTop, but it is currently up for grabs at a dropped price of just $479 on the site. The 33% discount will be limited to the remaining pieces for 11 days.

Aside from the discount, buyers can get JMGO 3D glasses without shelling out an extra dime with this order. Moreover, buyers can choose from EU, UK and US plug type.
If you’re looking for a high brightness DLP smart projector that won’t burn a hole in your pocket, you might want to take a look at the JMGO J6S, which is currently available at a lowered price of just $739 on TomTop.

Much to the delight of cinephiles who fancy watching their favorite TV series, movies and play games without leaving the comfort of their homes, TomTop is giving a 37% discount on the JMGO J6S. Note that the high brightness DLP smart projector usually carries a steep price tag of $1170.95.

Thanks to the aforesaid discount, the JMGO J6S can now be yours at a discounted price of just $739. While you can get JMGO 3D glasses for free with this order, it is worth noting that the limited offer will be valid for 11 days only. Moreover, there were 122 pieces remaining at the time of writing.

Buyers based in EU countries and the US will be eligible for duty-free shipping. You can head straight to this link if you’re interested in checking out more details and taking advantage of these discounts before the promotion ends.

Buy JMGO-Branded DLP Projectors Starting From $329

OPPO R17 pricing and release date confirmed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 20, 2018

OPPO has recently confirmed that it will be holding a launch event on Aug. 23 in Shanghai to announce the OPPO R17 and R17 Pro. In the previous week, the Chinese manufacturer had announced the by listing the R17 with its key specs on the official website. The R17’s listing on Oppshop.cn, the official store of the company had also listed the phone with a pricing of 999,999 Yuan. The company has now updated the Opposhop.cn listing of the phone. The handset carries a pricing of 3,499 Yuan (~$509).

In March, OPPO had launched the R15 and R15 Pro smartphones. The R15 smartphone was launched with a price tag of 2,999 Yuan (~$436) and the R15 Pro was introduced with a starting price of 3,299 Yuan (~$480). The R15 featured 6.28-inch OLED screen, MediaTek Helio P60, 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, 16-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera, 20-megapixel front camera and 3,450mAh battery. On the other side, the R15 Pro came with 6.28-inch OLED screen, Snapdragon 660, 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, 16-megapixel + 20-megapixel, 20-megapixel selfie camera and 3,430mAh battery.

The new OPPO R17 carries a costlier price tag of 3,499 Yuan (~$509) which is equal to the launch price of the Ceramic Black edition of the R15 Pro. Apart from Opposhop.cn, the R17 is also listed on JD.com, Lynx and Suning. The handset can be availed in color choices such as Streamer Blue and Neon Purple. The R17 is currently listed for reservations on all the aforementioned retailer sites. These retailers will bring the pre-sales of the R17 on Aug. 23 followed by its market release on Aug. 30.

As far as specs are concerned, the OPPO R17 features 6.4-inch AMOLED display with waterdrop notch design. It supports FHD+ resolution and produces a screen-to-body ratio of 91.5 percent. Made out of glass on front and rear, the R17 measures 157.5 x 74.9 x 7.5mm and weighs 182 grams.

The R17 is loaded with Android 8.1 Oreo that is customized with a layer of ColorOS 5.2. It is powered by Snapdragon 670 and 8 GB of RAM. It features an internal storage of 128 GB and it also includes a microSD card slot. The handset is packed with a battery of 3,500mAh battery that supports VOOC fast charging through USB-C. For photography, the R17 features 16-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera and 25-megapixel selfie snapper.

Read More: Oppo R17 Pro’s triple cameras revealed in an official video

There is no information available on the pricing of the OPPO R17 Pro. Also, the handset that is equipped with triple camera sensors which includes a TOF 3D sensing sensor is yet to be listed on the official site. Its detailed specs and pricing will be confirmed on Aug. 23.

What do you think about the pricing of the OPPO R17? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

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Preorder The OUKITEL K8 Smartphone For Just $127.99 On Banggood

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Vinay Patel

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Aug 20, 2018

Backed by a massive 5000mAh battery that lasts all day on a single charge, OUKITEL’s K8 is a power-packed smartphone. Aside from a high-density cell, the K8 boasts an array of other awe-inspiring features that are likely to sweep tech buffs off their feet.

The OUKITEL K8 was unveiled in July this year and as expected, it became an instant hit among smartphone lovers. While its specifications justify the $159.99 price tag it normally carries on Banggood, cost-conscious who aren’t willing to spend that kind of money on a smartphone can now pre-order the phone at a heavily discounted price.

The Chinese online store that guarantees the best bang for your buck is giving a noteworthy discount on the OUKITEL K8 smartphone’s retail price. As a result, you can now pre-order the coveted phone at a lowered price of just $127.99.

As part of the recently kicked off promotion, Banggood is giving 14 lucky people an opportunity to get an extra 50% off on the phone’s already lowered price. The site will randomly select 14 lucky orders that will receive half refunds after August 27th.

The K8 is an absolute bargain at this price, given that sports, a mammoth 6-inch FHD+ (1080X2160 pixels) display and adopts an imported Asahi Glass for the touchscreen. Under the hood, it packs an MT6750T Octa Core 1.5GHz processor and it offers 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage (up to 256GB).

You can click here to check out the full specification and avail the discount. It is worth noting that the promotion is slated to end on August 27th.

Get Big Discounts On The OUKITEL K8 Smartphone

LeEco releases EUI 6.0 for Le Max 2, Le 2 and others, brings face unlock

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Habeeb Onawole

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Aug 20, 2018

LeEco (LeTV) hasn’t released a new phone in over a year due to the financial mess that resulted in the company’s mobile arm “packing up business”. However, it appears the mobile phone business hasn’t shut down completely as LeEco has released a new version of its Emotion UI (EUI) for some of its smartphones.

Since the financial brouhaha in 2016, LeEco has not stopped pushing out updates to some of its phones including its 2016 flagship -the Le Max 2 and the mid-range Le 2. The latest update started hitting devices on the 8th of August and comes as EUI 6.0.

LeEco Le Max 2 — LeEco’s Le Max 2 and others receives EUI 6.0 update

The update is available to the aforementioned phones including some other unmentioned models. One of the main features the update brings to these devices is face unlock, a feature that became mainstream starting last year. The update is also said to optimize system performance for an overall smoother experience. Sadly, there is no info as to if the new update also comes with a new version of Android.

The Le Max 2 is a Snapdragon 820-powered smartphone with a 5.7” QHD display. It has up to 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage. It also has a single 21MP rear camera and an 8MP front-facing camera. It doesn’t have a 3.5mm audio jack but there is a USB-C to 3.5mm adapter shipped with the phone. Underneath is its metal body is a 3100mAh battery.

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OPPO AX5 seen at Taiwan and Singapore’s network agencies

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Habeeb Onawole

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Aug 19, 2018

An upcoming OPPO smartphone has made an appearance at Taiwan’s NCC and Indonesia’s Infocom Media Development Authority. The phone’s model number is CPH1851 but it has been reported it will launch as the OPPO AX5.

Based on the images provided in the NCC document, the OPPO AX5 has dual rear cameras with a LED flash flanking the sensors on the right. There doesn’t seem to be a fingerprint scanner on the back. Up in front, there is a notched display similar to that of the iPhone X and not the new waterdrop design.

The OPPO AX5 also has a USB type-C port at the bottom with a speaker grille on one side and a 3.5mm audio jack on the other. The volume buttons are on the left of the phone while the power button sits on the right.

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Honor 8X retail box leaks, could be launching soon

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 19, 2018

A new Honor smartphone was recently certified by Chinese telecoms regulatory agency TENAA with a valley notch design at the front. The device is believed to be the Honor 8X and indeed proofs have emerged that Huawei has got the Honor 8X in the works. The Honor 8X retail packaging box has leaked online. The pciture which was first shared by PCPOP has “8X” boldly writtenon it with the acronym (AI) circled at the end. That is an indication that the device will have artificial intelligence. Honor is also crested at the bottom showing that the retail box is for the Honor 8X.

The Honor 8X which is believed to be the Honor ARE-AL00 model spotted on TENAA is equipped with a monstrous 7.12-inch display with a screen resolution of 2244 x 1080 pixels. This indicates that it will deliver an aspect ratio of 18.7:9. The device measures 177.57 x 86.24 x 8.13mm and it weighs 210 grams. The Honor ARE-AL00 features an octa-core processor of 1.8 GHz and it receives power from 4,900mAh battery. So we don’t know the processor but it could be the Kirin 710 chipset since the device is a mid-range model and is AI-enabled. The processor is paired with 4 GB of RAM and its internal storage capacity is 64 GB of RAM. There is a microSD card slot onboard for additional storage. The back panel features a primary camera of 16-megapixel that is assisted by a secondary 2-megapixel sensor. It is pre-installed with Android 8.1 Oreo with Huawei’s EMUI 8 custom skin.

We look forward to getting more details of the device soon.

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Huawei Nova 3 and 3i Iris Purple going on open sale next week

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Michele Ingelido

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Aug 19, 2018

Both Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i have been officially announced back in July, but they went on sale for the first time in India less than two weeks ago. Further, the former device was only available through flash sales and many potential buyers were left with empty hands. Finally, the Nova 3 is going to be available in the first open sale. Starting from August 23, the handset will be officially available on Amazon India with exactly the same price tag as the flash sales: INR 34,999 Yuan, which roughly translates to about $501 at the actual change.

Besides the Huawei Nova 3, its more affordable version Nova 3i (also known as Huawei P Smart Plus in the European market) will be made available in the Iris Purple gradient color variant (it goes from blue to violet) starting from August 21 on Amazon India. The price tag of this version will be INR 20,990, which translates into $300. Until now, the Nova 3i has obtained a very warm response from the public with very high sales in the Indian peninsula, but it was only available in the less original Black color variant.

RELATED: Huawei Nova 3 series crosses 2 million shipments in a month, Acacia Red color on sale today

Just to remind you, Huawei Nova 3 is a high-end handset with the octa-core Kirin 970 chipset under the hood, paired with 6 GB of RAM and 64 or 128 GB of internal storage depending on the chosen configuration. It packs a 6.3-inch display with very narrow bezels and a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, as well as four cameras, two on the back with 16 and 24 MP resolutions (f/1.8 aperture) and two on the front with 24 and 2 MP resolutions (f/2.0). The Nova 3i is its midrange variant and it packs an octa-core Kirin 710 chipset which is the natural successor of the Kirin 659. It offers the same display but a lower-end rear camera with 16 and 2 MP resolutions (f/2.2) as well as a smaller battery (3750 vs 3340 mAh).

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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has the best display ever on a smartphone

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 19, 2018

Samsung is known for offering top quality displays on its premium line of Galaxy phones. The Galaxy Note 9 that was released in the previous week features the largest ever screen available on a Samsung phone. The Note 9 is fitted with a Super AMOLED display of 6.4 inches. With Infinity Display design, the smartphone offers an aspect ratio of 18.5:9. It carries support for Quad HD+ resolution of 2960 x 1440 pixels. In 2017, DisplayMate that had awarded highest rating to Galaxy Note 8 for the most innovative and high-performance smartphone display. After conducting various tests on the screen of the Galaxy Note 9, DisplayMate has awarded it the Best Performing Smartphone Display Award by giving it the highest ever A+ grade.

Compared to Galaxy Note 8’s display, the screen of the Note 9 produces 27 percent more brightness and 32 percent higher contrast. The Note 9 offers up to 710 nits of brightness. The color accuracy of the Note 9’s screen is better than of that existing smartphones, tablets, notebooks, PC monitors and UHD TVs. It supports 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut. Digital cinema mode that is usually found on UHD TVs that support 4K resolution is also available on the Note 9. The blue light filter can effectively cut down on the blue light emitted by its screen.

Highest Absolute Color Accuracy (0.5 JNCD) – Visually Indistinguishable From Perfect
Smallest Change in Peak Luminance with the Image Content APL (2 percent).
Smallest Shift in Color Accuracy and Intensity Scale with the Image Content APL (0.7 JNCD).
Highest Peak Display Brightness (1,050 nits with 710 nits at 100% APL).
Largest Native Color Gamut (113% DCI-P3 and 142% sRGB / Rec.709).
Highest Contrast Ratio (Infinite).
Lowest Screen Reflectance (4.4 percent).
Highest Contrast Rating in Ambient Light (239).
Smallest Brightness Variation with Viewing Angle (27 percent at 30 degrees)
Smallest Color Variation of White with Viewing Angle (1.3 JNCD at 30 degrees).
Highest Screen Resolution 3K (2960×1440) – 4K Does Not appear visually sharper on a Smartphone.

Here is an official video from Samsung that shows how it had manufactured Galaxy Note 9’s massive screen:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qw9LuHHYzRc

Two new colours for the Huawei P20 Pro dropping at IFA 2018

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 19, 2018

Apparently buoyed by the success of the flagship P20 Pro, Huawei is set to introduce two more new colour variants of the model at IFA Berlin 2018. The Huawei p20 Pro came with a number of innovative features including being the first model to pack a triple camera setup. The device also a gradient color palette which has been reproduced by several other OEMs. The twilight colour which highlights how gradient can make smartphones cool and interesting again.

The two new colours which would still follow the gradient pattern of the existing models will be announced by the CEO of consumer Business at Huawei, Richard Yu. They will be unveiled during the keynote address by the CEO at IFA which is just two weeks away. The photos of the two new color options have reportedly sighted by Android Authority but there is no proof to verify that claim. The blog claims the source pleaded for a non-disclosure term in order to protect his identity.

In essence, all that we know is that two new gradient-based colour options will be coming to the Huawei P20 Pro and how it will look theoretically. According to Android Authority, the first color is inspired by the night sky and the aurora borealis. It is said to utilise a wider color gamut than the twilight P20 Pro gradient but shares some of the same colors. The gradient starts with black on the left side and it transitions towards turquoise at the right of the phone. The colour mix also includes the purple and blue hues found on the twilight P20 Pro. On the other hand, the second color is said to take inspiration from the sea, and all the flora found underneath the sea including sea shells and pearls. The colour is described as mostly white with subtle hints of yellow and pink. It’s reportedly very similar to the Rose Gold regular P20, which features a gradient from white to pink, but in a subtle way. The new colours are said to be outstanding but we’ll have to wait until they are officially unveiled to have a look.

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Motorola XT1941-2 seen on TENAA sporting a 5.8” Notched-Display

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Habeeb Onawole

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Aug 19, 2018

A new Motorola smartphone has been seen on TENAA. Its model number is XT1941-2 and although it shares a similar design to the Motorola XT1943-1 which eventually launched as the Motorola P30, its specs are a lot more different.

The Motorola XT1941-2 has a 5.86” 720 x 1520 display. That resolution means it has a notch and an aspect ratio of 19:9. It is powered by an octa-core processor clocked at 2.2GHz.

The phone is listed as having multiple RAM and storage variants. So depending on the model you purchase when it launches, you get 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, or 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

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The Motorola XT1941-2 outdoes its other sibling in the camera department. Not only does it have dual rear cameras, it also has dual front-facing cameras. Unfortunately, TENAA has only revealed the configuration of one of the rear cameras which is a 13MP sensor.

The phone has a fingerprint scanner underneath the Motorola batwing logo. It also has support for storage expansion (128GB max.) There is Android 8.1 Oreo on board and a 3,000mAh battery under its body.

The device weighs 162g and measures 149.9 × 72.2 × 7.9 mm.
When it launches, the Motorola XT1941-2 will be available in black, gold, and silver. We believe the Motorola XT1941-2 will launch as the Moto P30 Play and will compete with devices like the Redmi 6 Pro and the Nokia X5.

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Huawei Mate 20 Lite packing a Kirin 710 chipset benchmarked on GeekBench

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 18, 2018

Huawei last year unveiled the Mate 10 Lite shortly after the Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro. That trend is set to continue with the Mate 20 as the Chinese company has got the device in the works. The Mate 10 Lite was reportedly certified in China recently gifting us some of its specs.

The GeenBench version comes with the model number Huawei SNE-LX1. The Mate 20 Lite is expected to be powered by a Kirin 710 chipset and even though this wasn`t categorically listed, it can be seen in the single-threaded performance of the Mate 20 Lite. When compared with the Nova 3i which packs the same chipset, the single core test score is similar. Although the multi-threaded score is slightly different, one reason proffered for this is the pre-release status of the software.

Further, the Mate 20 Lite also appeared on TENAA with a Kirin 710 chip onboard. However, the TENAA model is equipped with 6GB of RAM while the GeekBench version packs 4GB of RAM onboard. That is probably an indication that the Mate 20 Lite will be available in multiple versions.

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Oppo R17 Pro’s triple cameras revealed in an official video

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Michele Ingelido

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Aug 18, 2018

Oppo R17 was revealed alone this year, but OPPO R17 Pro is also coming soon. Today, the Chinese giant has published an official video teaser revealing the presence of a triple camera setup on the Pro version, just like the latest reports suggested. The video also reveals the design in a beautiful gradient hue, but this is nothing new given that it has almost the same aesthetics as the original R17.

Unlike the Huawei P20 Pro, the third sensor present on the Oppo R17 Pro will not be a classic telephoto lens, neither a B/W monochromatic sensor. It will be a Time of Flight (ToF) tridimensional camera which will be used for AR, such as the Asus Zenfone AR or Ares. Further, the triple camera setup will feature a variable aperture such as Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus and Galaxy Note 9 to better adapt to every light condition.

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Among the other specs, Oppo R17 Pro will pack a 6.4-inch display with a minimal notch and a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels. Under the hood, there will be an octa-core Snapdragon 710 chipset and up to 8 GB RAM. We will get more info after the official announcement which should take place on August 23.

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