Live photos of the Honor Note 10 show off its humongous display

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Jul 18, 2018

Vivo NEX, the smartphone which comes with a pop-up front-facing camera, is all set to be launched globally this month. In line with that, the Vivo NEX will also be available for purchase in Taiwan from 30th July for a price of NT$2,1990, roughly $718, which is about $45 more than Chinese pricing.

However, according to the report, the Vivo NEX will be available for purchase in Taiwan on 30th July through a limited sale with just 1,000 units. Apart from Taiwan, the smartphone is also slated to launch in Russia, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and India by the end of this month.

The Vivo NEX series was first announced in China in two variants — NEX S and NEX A. Both the variants are the production version of the Vivo Apex concept smartphone that was showcased earlier by the Chinese company.

The highlight of the Vivo NEX smartphones is the whopping 91 percent screen-to-body ratio and a motorized pop-up front camera for taking selfies and video calling. It also comes with an under-display fingerprint reader. Both the smartphones feature a 6.59-inch Super AMOLED Full HD+ display with 1080 x 2316 pixels screen resolution with 18:9 aspect ratio.

Under the hood, the NEX S is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor clocked at a maximum frequency of 2.8GHz. It packs 8GB RAM and comes in two internal storage options — 128GB and 256GB. On the other hand, the NEX A is powered by the recently launched Snapdragon 710 processor with a 2.2GHz clock speed. This one comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

In the camera department, the smartphone features a dual camera setup on the back, consisting of a 12MP primary sensor and 5MP secondary sensor. On the front side, there’s an 8MP snapper that comes with an elevating mechanism.

As for the software, both the smartphones are running on Android Oreo operating system out of the box. The phone also comes with Vivo Game Engine, which is made in partnership with Tencent Games that aims to provide an immersive gaming experience based on software and hardware optimization.

Connectivity options on the devices include Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz) 2×2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5 LE, GPS + GLONASS, and USB Type-C. Both the smartphones are fuelled by a 4,000mAh battery with 22.5W fast charging support.

The Vivo NEX will be officially available for pre-orders in India through online marketplace Amazon from 19th July. While the company has not yet revealed Indian pricing, several reports suggest that the pricing will start from INR 48,990 which roughly translates into $715.

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BlackBerry Ghost and Ghost Pro will launch as BlackBerry Evolve and BlackBerry Evolve X respectively

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Jul 18, 2018

BlackBerry’s Indian licensee Optiemus is expected to launch two new phones this year. Ever since news of the two devices surfaced, they have been referred to as the BlackBerry Ghost and Ghost Pro. Apparently, those are their codenames and a new leak has revealed their official names.

The Blackberry Ghost will launch as the BlackBerry Evolve

The leak comes from Evan Blass who first informed us about the existence of both phones months ago. According to a tweet from him yesterday, the BlackBerry Ghost will launch as the BlackBerry Evolve and the Ghost Pro will launch as the BlackBerry Evolve X.

Apparently the Ghost and Ghost Pro from India's Optiemus are coming to market as the BlackBerry Evolve and Evolve X.

— Evan Blass (@evleaks) July 17, 2018

Both the Evolve and the Evolve X are expected to come with 18:9 displays and powerful Snapdragon processors. A few weeks ago, Evan Blass also revealed the Ghost (Evolve) will pack a 4000mAh battery. The rest of the specs are still unknown and so is a release date.

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Meizu 16 primary camera features a 12MP sensor with f/1.8 aperture

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Jul 18, 2018

Meizu is preparing to launch its next flagship smartphone series — Meizu 16 in August. The company will be launching Meizu 16 and Meizu 16 Plus, and ahead of the phone’s launch next month, most of the details related to the smartphone have leaked online.

While we already know that the upcoming flagship smartphone will have a dual camera setup, the latest information reveals that the primary camera on the back side will feature a 12-megapixel sensor with f/1.8 apreture.

Further, it is said that the company’s mBack button will have a new evolutionary version and will ditch the dot design. There’s a possibility that the company could introduce a new gesture recognition feature.

Recently, Meizu CEO Jack Wong shared camera samples of the upcoming flagship smartphone Meizu 16. The indoor sample photo looks impressive with a high level of accuracy in colour reproduction and the clarity is vivid.

Meizu is expected to launch two smartphone in its Meizu 16 series — Meizu 16 and Meizu 16 Plus and even though both device will have narrow bezels and high screen-to-body ratio, the smartphones will not feature a notched display.

Under the hood, both smartphones will be powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor, clocked at a maximum frequency of 2.8GHz. This is the same chipset that powers most of the flagship smartphone launched this year.

The company’s CEO has already revealed that there’ll be an 8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage model, which is likely to be the high-end variant of the Meizu 16. The smartphone is also confirmed to come with an under-display fingerprint sensor.

It will also come with dual rear camera setup and support for wireless charing. However, there’ll be another model named Meizu X8, a mid-range offering from the company, which will be powered by Snapdragon 710 processor and won’t feature the in-display fingerprint sensor.

Recently, Meizu CEO Jack Wong had said that the most powerful version of the upcoming flagship smartphones will not cost more than 4000 Yuan, which roughly translates to $514 while the Meizu X8 is said to cost between 1,500-2,000 Yuan ($226-300).

The Meizu 16-series as well as the Meizu X8 are slated to launch next month. While Jack Wong has revealed that the Meizu 16 will be launched on 26th August, the company has not yet made the launch date official.

Buy OnePlus 6 Smartphone For Only $569.51 On Banggood [Discount Coupon Inside]

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Jul 18, 2018

OnePlus 6, the long-awaited successor of the OnePlus 5 series was launched in May this year. As expected, the feature-laden phone turned out to be an instant hit among smartphone lovers who prefer a big-screen phone.

On the downside, the OnePlus 6 does not come cheap. In fact, it will set you back $790.99 on Banggood. Much to the chagrin of budget-conscious buyers who aren’t willing to shell out that kind of money on a smartphone, the Shenzhen-based Chinese smartphone manufacturer does not plan to lower the phone’s original asking price anytime soon.

If you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hands on the OnePlus 6 smartphone without emptying your pocket, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll show how you can save a considerable amount of money on the phone’s steep retail price without breaking much of a sweat.

You can apply coupon code ‘OP717BG’ during the checkout process to bring your grand total down to just $569.51. In other words, you can get a massive $221.48 off on the OnePlus 6 smartphone simply by applying the aforesaid article.

At this considerably dropped price, the OnePlus 6 is quite a bargain since it offers a slew of top-end specifications and features including a big 6.28 inches Optic AMOLED 16M FHD+ (2280 x 1080 pixels) display. The phone is housed in a sturdy aluminum alloy and glass body which is further enhanced with an eye-catching full-screen display.

Furthermore, the OnePlus 6 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 64-bit processor and it packs a Qualcomm Adreno 630 graphics processing unit, under the hood. The phone offers 8GB of RAM and a hearty 128GB of non-expandable onboard storage.

On the photography front, the OnePlus 6 smartphone houses a 16.0MP+16.0MP dual-camera setup on the back. Up front, it sports a 20.0MP camera with dual LED Flash for selfies and face-to-face video chatting.

You can head straight to this link in order to check out the full specification and apply the coupon code, which is slated to expire on July 31st.

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Buy Tronsmart WC05 Fast Wireless Charger For Only $29.99 On GeekBuying

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Get 33% Off On Tronsmart WC05 Fast Wireless Charger On GeekBuying

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Jul 18, 2018

If you’re looking for a fast wireless charger for your smartphone that doesn’t empty your pocket, look no further. The Tronsmart WC05 dual coil fast wireless charger supports a broad range of smartphones including the iPhone X / 8 / 8 Plus and the coveted Samsung Galaxy series. It can charge all Qi-enabled phones.

More importantly, the WC05 will not set you back a pretty penny thanks to a considerable 33% discount offered by GeekBuying on the device’s original asking price. The Tronsmart-branded wireless charger normally carries a price tag of $44.53, but the Chinese online store will be selling it at a slashed price of just $29.99 for a limited period of time.

Despite its massively reduced price, the Tronsmart WC05 is quite a powerful wireless charger that provides 7.5W, 10W & 5W output, and delivers optimal charging speed after detecting your devices. It also gives you the freedom to rest your mobile device in vertical and horizontal position based on your convenience.

The WC05 wireless charger is built using premium materials and it features a rear cooling vent that enables stable faster charging, dual coil, non-slip rubberized coating, and a discreet LED indicator. The device comes with a USB Type-C charging port, PCB, and a 65-degree stand pad.

You can follow this link to check out more details and take advantage of the discount before the promo comes to an end in 5 days. GeekBuying is also handing out 2 ports car charger as a free gift with purchase.

Xiaomi makes first official entry into Bangladesh, launches three of its new smartphones

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 18, 2018

Xiaomi brands itself as an internet company but the Chinese giant is best known for its smartphones which have a durable build coupled with affordable pricing. The company has now made an official entry into Bangladesh and it is three of its latest smartphones that get launched first before any of its numerous products.

Bangladesh isn’t really a large market but Xiaomi phones are fairly popular in the market despite the lack of an official Mi Store there. Hence the decision to make an official entry coordinated by Mi India. Xiaomi India head, Manu Kumar Jain made the announcement on Facebook. The Facebook post reveals that the Chinese smartphone vendor was making its debut in Bangladesh with three of its latest smartphones namely the Redmi S2, Redmi 5 and Redmi Note 5.

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All three smartphones will be available in 463 Mi authorized offline stores across the country while Daraz Bangladesh will coordinate the sales online via its website – www.daraz.com.bd. However, only the pricing details of the Redmi S2 and Redmi 5 were unveiled in the post. The 3GB + 32GB variant of the Redmi S2 comes with a BDT 14,999 ($178) price tag while the 4GB + 64GB version comes with a BDT 17.999 ($213) pricing. On the other hand, the Redmi 5 will sell for around BDT 13,990 ($165). The online and offline sales will commence on July 26 at 2 PM local time.

Nokia X5 with notched display, Helio P60 Goes official with 999 Yuan (~$149) pricing

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Jul 18, 2018

HMD Global has introduced the Nokia X5 smartphone today through in China. It is second X series notched display smartphone after the Nokia X6 that was unveiled in May. Here is all the information that is available on the specifications and pricing of the Nokia X5.

Nokia X5 Specifications and Features

The Nokia X5 that has arrived in Night Black, Baltic Sea Blue and Glacier White color variants feature double-sided 2D glass with a polycarbonate frame in between. The rounded body design of the phone promotes comfortable grip. The handset measures 149.51 x 71.98 x 8.096mm and it weighs 160 grams.

The handset is fitted with a 5.86-inch screen that produces 19:9 aspect ratio and HD+ resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels. The notched display offers a screen-to-body ratio of 84-percent. There is an eye protection mode that helps in reducing eye strain by filtering out the blue light emitted by the screen.

The Nokia X5 features MediaTek Helio P60 SoC that promises high performance by consuming low power. It improves gaming performance by 70 percent and it is also equipped with AI-based power saving technology. It comes with an independent AI unit for handling AI tasks on the Nokia X5. The 32 GB and 64 GB storage respectively features 3 GB and 4 GB of RAM. There is a microSD card slot for additional storage. The handset includes a 3,060mAh battery.

The back panel of the Nokia X5 features f/2.0 aperture 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup that comes with features like dual-tone LED flash, HDR mode, PDAF, high-sensitivity depth-of-field lens, AI driven professional portrait photography mode and more. It is packed with a selfie camera of 8-megapixel with f/2.0 aperture that offers features like AI beauty, AI stickers, AI background blurring effect and dual-view shooting mode that allow users to use the front and rear cameras at the same time.

The front camera can be also used as face unlock feature. The rear panel of the smartphone is fitted with a fingerprint reader which can be used to authenticate payments apart from unlocking the phone.

The Nokia X5 is loaded with pure edition of Android 8.1 Oreo. The company has also confirmed that the X5 will be treated with Android 9.0 in future. The smartphone will be also provided with monthly security updates. The other features of the phone include USB-C, 3.5mm audio jack, dual-SIM support, Cat.4 LTE modem, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and GLONASS.

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Nokia X5 Pricing and Availability

The Nokia X5 has arrived in China with a price tag of 999 Yuan (~$149) for 32 GB model whereas the cost of the 64 GB variant is 1,399 Yuan (~$208). The smartphone is now available for reservations on Chinese retailer sites like Suning, Jingdong, Tmall as well as Nokia Mobile app store. These platforms will begin the sales of the X5 by 10:05 AM (local time) tomorrow.

HMD Global is yet to confirm on the availability of the Nokia X5 outside of China. Rumors have revealed that it will be hitting the international markets as Nokia 5.1 Plus.

Sharp could be withdrawing from the Chinese smartphone market

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Jul 18, 2018

Sharp, a Japan-based company re-entered the Chinese market in March last year. However, it seems that the company is again withdrawing from the market as it has removed all the content from its official Weibo account, which is China’s popular microblogging platform.

Also, the CEO of the company’s mobile phone division, Luo Zhongsheng’s designation stated on Weibo now says “senior communication digital blogger” and the last update from him was last month, further indicating that the company is leaving China’s market.

Since re-launching its smartphone business in China last year, the company has launched a few smartphones, including Aquos S2 and Aquos S3 Mini. But it appears that the public response to Sharp’s smartphones was not what the company expected.

If Shap is indeed shutting down operations in China, this won’t be the first time. Earlier, the Japanese company had shut down operations in China in the year 2005 and 2013. However, as stated, it announced its re-entry in China through Weibo in March 2017.

This development comes at a time when the Foxconn-owned Sharp is expected to launch in Europe this year but there is still no launch date announced yet. However, a complete lineup of the phones heading to the continent leaked online earlier this year.

Recently, two of those phones leaked with proper names instead of just model numbers, along with some official renders — Aquos C10 and Sharp B10. The company is also expected to launch a third phone called the Aquos D10 which is reported to be a rebranded version of the Aquos S3.

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Xiaomi Mi Max 3 vs. Mi Max 2 image leaked, and specifications compared

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Jul 18, 2018

A leaked photo has surfaced today that shows the upcoming Xiaomi Mi Max 3 sitting besides its predecessor, the Mi Max 2 smartphone. The image shows that the form factor of the Mi Max 3 is quite similar to the predecessor and still it manages to offer a larger display. Also, newer reports have also revealed the differences between their specs.

Dimensions and Display

In the below image, the Mi Max 2 is placed on the left whereas its upcoming successor is seated on the right. The Mi Max 2 measures 174.1 x 88.7 x 7.6mm and it houses a 6.44-inch display with capacitive buttons on the lower bezel.

The TENAA listing of the Mi Max 3 has revealed that it will be a tall aspect ratio smartphone with an elongated form factor. Its dimensions are 176.2 x 87.4 x 8mm. The upper and lower bezels of the Mi Max 3 are reduced. Instead of capacitive buttons, the smartphone will feature on-screen buttons for navigation.

Performance: Battery, SoC and Variants

The Xiaomi Mi Max 2 includes a 5,300mAh capacity and it weighs 211 grams. The Mi Max 3 weighs 221 grams as it is packed with a 5,500mAh battery. Xiaomi has included support for Quick Charge 3.0 on the Mi Max 3, whereas the large battery of Mi Max 2 lacks support for fast charging.

Even though 14nm Snapdragon 625 is a power efficient SoC, the Mi Max 2 was criticized during its launch as it featured the same SoC that powered the original Mi Max smartphone from 2016. The new 14nm Snapdragon 636 SoC will be powering the Mi Max 3. As far as its performance is concerned, it is said to be on par with Snapdragon 820 SoC that were found under the hood of the flagship phones from 2016. The Mi Max 3 is also expected to include the new dual-band GPS technology feature for accurate navigation experience.

The 64 GB and 128 GB storage variants of the Mi Max 2 featured 4 GB of RAM. Few months after the launch of the Mi Max 2, Xiaomi had also launched its 32 GB storage + 4 GB RAM edition. The successor smartphone will be arriving in two RAM variants of 4 GB and 6 GB and they will respectively feature 64 GB and 128 GB of storage. The TENAA listing of the Mi Max 3 also includes a 32 GB model. Probably, the Chinese manufacturer may introduce it few months later.

Rear and Front Cameras

The Mi Max 2 has a 12-megapixel primary camera and a 5-megapixel front camera. The Mi Max 3 is the first Mi Max phone to include a dual camera setup. It will be arriving with Sony IMX363 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera module. The 8-megapixel frontal shooter on the Mi Max 3 will be equipped with soft light LED flash. A slew of AI-based functions such AI scene recognition, AI object identification, AI voice assistant and AI photography. Apart from fingerprint scanner that is also available on the Mi Max 2, the Mi Max 3 will be also equipped with AI driven facial recognition.

Pricing and Color Variants

The 64 GB and 128 GB storage editions of the Mi Max 2 were made available in 1,699 Yuan (~$253) and 1,999 Yuan pricing (~$298). The pricing of the 64 GB and 128 GB models of the Mi Max 3 are not known. The Mi Max 2 was launched in colors like black and gold. Apart from gold and black hues, the Mi Max 3 will be also arriving in a new blue colored variant.

What’s your opinion on the Mi Max 3? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

Huawei Nova 3i render, specs & pricing details appears via AliExpress listing

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 18, 2018

Huawei still has its groove on as regards the manufacture of beautifully designed smartphones both on the flagship and mid-range categories. The company is expected to take the wraps off the Nova 3 alongside the Nova 3i on July 26. We have already spotted the Nova 3 design and specs online. Now, it is the turn of the Nova 3i renders to make an entrance onto the scene along with the pricing and key configuration.

The Nova 3i render, memory configurations and their pricing details were reportedly outed by some sellers on AliExpress. According to the details, the Nova 3i will be available in a 4GB + 64GB storage priced at $480 (about 3,216 yuan). There is also a 6GB + 64GB memory variant which will come with a slightly higher $520 (~3,484 yuan) price tag. Both versions will be available in four colors: white, black, red and purple. There is even talk of a 4GB + 128GB version.

One of the major details we can take out from the outed renders of the Nova 3i is the lack of a notch design on the display. The device keeps up with the full-screen 18:9 display design. In Addition, the device will ship with the new Hisilicon Kirin 710 chipset. On the camera end, the Huawei Nova 3i packs a dual rear-mounted dual camera setup comprising a 16MP + 2MP combo. The device will also hold a dual camera setup at the front which is a 24MP + 2MP combo. Thankfully, the device is among Huawei’s models that will feature support for GPU Turbo. The Huawei model will be fuelled by a 3340mAh battery. Quite interesting is the fact that the device is not listed as a pre-order but actually available to buy right away.

Buy Xiaomi Mi Band 3 Smart Wristband For Just $26.89 On Banggood [Coupon Code]

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Jul 18, 2018

After floating around the rumor mill for a long time, the Xiaomi Mi Band 3 was finally unveiled earlier this year. Previously surfaced reports suggested that the smart bracelet will boast an array of awe-inspiring features, and much to the delight of Xiaomi fans the Mi Band 3 did not disappoint.

Sporting a big 0.78 inch OLED touchscreen, the Mi Band 3 surpasses its precursor, the well-received Mi Band 2 in several features, design, and usability. On top of that, the Mi Band 3 retains all key features such as measuring heart rate and counting steps while offering the ability to answer calls.

Following in the footsteps of the ultra-affordable Xiaomi Mi Band 2, the recently unveiled Mi Band 3 smartwatch doesn’t come bearing a steep price tag. However, bearing its skyrocketing demand in mind, Banggood is giving fitness fanatics who are on a tight budget an opportunity to buy the Mi Band 3 at a slashed price of just $39.99.

This is a noteworthy 33% reduction in the Mi Band 3’s original asking price of $59.99. This discount is currently valid only for the black color version of the smart bracelet.

The Mi Band 3 is a highly useful smart bracelet that can keep a track of steps taken, distance moved, calories burned, total sleep, heart rate and a slew of other activities. More importantly, it can track these actions over the past day, week, and even month.

Moreover, you’ll be able to pay wireless with the Mi Band 3 as it features a version with NFC chip. Its guarantees 20 days of battery life and comes with interchangeable straps in different colors.

But if that doesn’t impress you much, you can use coupon code ‘3mibandd’ to further reduce your grand total to just $26.89. In other words, you can save an extra $13.31 simply by applying the aforesaid coupon. Follow this link to take advantage of the discount.

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Buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4G Phablet For Only $189.99 On GearBest [Coupon Code]

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Jul 18, 2018

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 was launched in February this year. It boasts an array of awe-inspiring specs and features that make it an irresistible phablet despite carrying a steep price tag.

You’d ideally need to shell out a fortune to buy the Redmi Note 5. As a result, smartphone lovers who are on a tight budget have been waiting with bated breath to get their hands on the power-packed phablet.

The Redmi Note 5 4G phablet features a big 5.99 inches FHD+ display with a screen resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. It is housed in a sturdy aluminum alloy body which is further augmented with a 2.5D curved glass.

Furthermore, the device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 Octa Core 1.8GHz processor and it packs an Adreno 509 GPU, under the hood. The global edition offers 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage.

Longtime Xiaomi fans and smartphone enthusiasts finally have their prayers answered in the form of a 13% discount on the Redmi Note 5 4G phablet’s steep retail price. The significant reduction is offered by GearBest, and it will be valid for the black color version of the phablet.

The Chinese online store is also doling out a 14% off on the golden, and 11% off on the day sky blue color versions of the phablet, bringing their retail price down to just $229.99. The black color variant of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 phablet with 4GB RAM 64GB ROM is also up for grabs bearing a slashed price tag of $229.99.

On top of that, you can use coupon code ‘IT$MPN564’ to further reduce your grand total to just $189.99. In other words, you can save an additional $40 during the checkout process without breaking much of a sweat.

It is worth noting the deal price will be valid for only 100 units, and the aforesaid coupon is slated to expire on July 22nd. If you’re interested in taking advantage of the discount, simply follow this link.

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Sony Xperia XZ3 specs and price appears on online retailer site

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Jul 18, 2018

Sony has just confirmed that it will be present at the IFA 2018 tech trade show in Berlin, Germany on Aug. 30. It is speculated that the company may announce Xperia XZ3, Xperia XZ3 Compact and Xperia XZ3 Premium (or Xperia XZ2 Pro) on the said date. Since the last month, the rumor mill is leaking information on the Xperia XZ3 and XZ3 Premium. Surprisingly, UK based online retailer MobileFun has jumped the gun by listing the Xperia XZ3 for pre-orders well before its official announcement. The listing contains an official render, specifications and pricing.

According to the specs sheet of Xperia XZ3 on the retailer site, it will be arriving with a 5.7-inch display that will carry support for Full HD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. This indicates that it will be sporting an 18:9 aspect ratio screen like the Xperia XZ2. The Snapdragon 845 SoC is present under the hood of the Xperia XZ3 along with 6 GB of RAM. It has an internal storage of 64 GB. For additional storage, it is equipped with a microSD card slot. The handset receives power from a 3,240mAh battery.

For photography, the Xperia XZ3 is fitted with 19-megapixel + 12-megapixel dual camera setup and a frontal shooter of 13-megapixel. Previous leaks have suggested that the XZ3 will be featuring the very same dual camera module and front-facing camera that is available on the Xperia XZ2 Premium. The exact version of Android is not mentioned, but it is very likely to run on Android 8.1 Oreo. The Mobile Fun listing also says that the XZ3 measure 10.1mm in thickness and weighs 198 grams which sounds untrue.

The listing also contains an image which actually belongs to the Xperia XZ2 Premium. The unlocked 64 GB Xperia XZ3 is now available for pre-orders with a pricing of 749 pounds (~$981) inc. VAT. It is available in black color. The listing allows users to add the phone to basket and it also leads to the payment page.

TechRadar that was first to spot the Xperia XZ3’s listing claims that a Mobile Fun spokesperson has said that the information about the phone was received through its supply chain. As far as pricing is concerned, the spokesperson said that the retailer site will be listing the handset with the same price in the UK.

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Buy Original XGIMI H1 DLP Projector For Only $768.99 On GearBest

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Jul 18, 2018

More and more people now fancy using mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets or notebooks for a bulk of their media consumption. A projector is better than a huge traditional TV when it comes to big-screen viewing, and XGIMI’s H1 DLP is a better choice than a slew of other projectors that are currently available in the market.

Housed in a compact Bluetooth speaker-sized body, the XGIMI H1 is capable of delivering a mammoth 300-inch display with flawless details thanks to its physical resolution technology that enables 1920 x 1080 true resolutions. Even during the day, H1 DLP projector delivers an awe-inspiring viewing experience using its 900 ANSI lumens.

While the feature-laden H1 DLP projector is nothing short of outstanding, it comes bearing a steep price tag. But much to the delight of cost-conscious buyers who have been waiting to get their hands on the H1 DLP projector with bated breath, GearBest is now offering a considerable 24% off on the power-packed projector as part of its latest Flash Sale.
As a result, cinephiles that are on a tight budget can get their hands on the H1 DLP projector at a lowered price of just $768.99. Note that the discount will be valid only on the black color version of the device.

The H1 DLP projector runs Android 5.1 Lolipop OS and supports a broad range of Android applications. It adopts the DLP technology to provide stable images, while its top-notch hardware makes sure it accommodates all your video, apps and gaming needs.

If you’re interested in checking out the full specification and taking advantage of the discount, just head straight to this link. It is worth noting that the Flash Sale price will only be valid for the remaining 17 pieces and the promo is slated to end on July 23rd.

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Xiaomi Mi Max 3 specifications confirmed by Xiaomi President Lin Bin; Pricing also teased [Updated]

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Jul 18, 2018

Yesterday, Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun had revealed the official renders of the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 that is all set to go get announced on July 19. Today, Xiaomi President Lin Bin has revealed the main specs of the Mi Max 3 through his Weibo account. He has claimed that it will come with enhanced screen, battery, SoC and cameras compared to the Mi Max 2 from 2017.

The Xiaomi Mi Max 2 came with 6.44-inch display with 16:9 aspect ratio. Its other specs incl28ude 5,300mAh battery, 14nm Snapdragon 625 chipset, 12-megapixel rear camera and 5-megapixel front-facing camera.

The above image shows that the Mi Max 3 will be arriving with a massive display of 6.9 inches that supports an aspect ratio of 18:9. It will be housing a larger battery of 5,500mAh capacity. The Chinese manufacturer has also included support for Quick Charge 3.0 to ensure fast charging for the mammoth battery.

The 14nm Snapdragon 636 SoC will be powering the Mi Max 3. It will be the first Mi Max series smartphone to feature dual rear cameras. Lin Bin has confirmed that the Mi Max 3 will be arriving with 12-megpixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup. The primary sensor will offer features like 1.4μm pixels and Dual Pixel autofocus.

The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 will be arriving with a soft-light LED flash enabled 8-megapixel camera on the front for shooting selfies. It will be also coming with a slew of AI features such as AI facial recognition, bokeh effect, 206 kinds of scene detection, object recognition and voice assistant.

Also Read: This is the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 in all its glory (HD images)

It is speculated that the Snapdragon 710 SoC will be present on the higher version of the Mi Max 3. However, there is no official confirmation on it yet. One of the recently released teasers of the Mi Max 3 suggests that it will feature dual-band GPS technology for accurate location tracking. This feature was first introduced on the Xiaomi Mi 8 flagship phone. As the above photo reveals, the Mi Max 3 will be available in an additional color of Blue apart from Black and Gold.

Update: Xiaomi has shared a following teaser to guess on the pricing of the Mi Max 3. Last year, the Mi Max 2 was launched in two models like 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage with respective pricing of 1,699 Yuan (~$253) and 1,999 Yuan (~$298). The below image also confirms that there will be two variants of the smartphone such as 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. Probably, the below teaser suggest that the pricing of the highest storage variant may not exceed 1,999 Yuan (~$298). Xiaomi will be confirming on the pricing of the Mi Max 3 tomorrow at 10 AM (local time).

What’s your opinion on the specs of the Xiaomi Mi Max 3? Do you think it is a worthy upgrade over the Mi Max 2? What could be the pricing of the 4 GB and 6 GB RAM variants of the smartphone? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

Buy Teclast M89 Tablet At A Slashed Price Of Just $144.99 On Banggood [Coupon Code]

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Jul 18, 2018

Teclast made its long-awaited M89 tablet available to the public in May this year. The feature-laden device garnered significant popularity among tech buffs that have restlessly been waiting for a high-end tablet that doesn’t carry a steep price tag.

The Teclast M89 would normally set you back a pretty penny but you can get your hands on the coveted tablet at a reduced price of just $149.99 on Banggood. The site that guarantees the best bang for your buck is doling out a noteworthy 21% off on the tablet’s original asking price of $189.99.

Despite bearing a heavily discounted price, the Teclast M89 is an outstanding tablet that sports a big 7.9 inch 10-point OGS sharp screen display with a screen resolution of 2048 x 1536 pixels that delivers an unparalleled visual experience. Moreover, the tablet is housed in a robust aluminum alloy body.

The M89 packs a powerful MTK8176 Hexa Core 1.7GHz, up to 2.1GHz processor along with an equally robust IMG PowerVR GX6250, 700MHz GPU, under the hood. The device offers 3GB of RAM and a hearty 32GB of onboard storage so that you never run out of space for storing your photos, videos, and other documents.

On the photography front, it houses an 8-megapixel camera on the back. Upfront, there’s a 5-megapixel camera for selfies and face-to-face video chatting.

The Teclast M89 tablet runs Android 7.0 Nougat operating system and is backed by a non-removable 4,840mAh lithium-ion polymer battery. On top of that, it is crammed with all sorts of useful sensors such as G-sensor.

Aside from taking advantage of the aforesaid discount, you can save a considerable amount of more money simply by using the coupon code ’81ab53′ during the checkout process. This will help you save an additional $5 and bring your grand total further down to just $144.99.

You can follow this link in order to use this coupon code before it expires. It is also worth noting that the Teclast M89 tablet will go back to its retail price as soon as the promo comes to an end.

Get 21% Off On Teclast M89 Tablet On Banggood

OnePlus 6 DxOMark Score Is Out: Pretty Impressive

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 17, 2018

If you are among those yearning for DXOMark’s review of the OnePlus 6 camera, here you have it. OnePlus 6 DxOMark Score indeed confirms the device’s company’s main goal of designing smartphones that would balance high-end quality with a lower price than other phones in its class. The OnePlus 6 doesn’t disappoint in its design as it packs a premium build combined with a flagship specs configuration including a Snapdragon 845 chipset. The DXOMark rating indeed shows the device is an affordable powerhouse.

Worthy of note is that the OnePlus 6 performed better than the Galaxy Note 8 and iPhone 8 Plus but is behind the iPhone X by just a single point. You’ll better understand how impressive the score is when the OP6 price is compared with that of the iPhone 8 Plus or Galaxy Note 8. The OnePlus 6 starts at around €520.

The OnePlus 6 polls an awesome 100 points in the photography aspect which covers tests on areas such as autofocus, color, and exposure. The device also maintains a well-balanced approach to detail retention and noise levels. DXOMark notes that the OP6 dual lens bokeh and zoom performance was lower than devices with a dedicated telephoto lens. The OnePlus 6 may have performed far better than its ranking if not for the rather lower 87 points for video. The video camera has a fast autofocus too but also efficient stabilization and low noise levels. However, it’s not without its faults – it oversharpened the image and worse, it didn’t do it consistently with the sharpness varying between frames.

The full camera review can be found on DXOMark’ website (source link). You can as well check out our complete OnePlus 6 review including the camera.

This is the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 in all its glory (HD images)

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 17, 2018

Xiaomi will take the wraps off the Mi Max 3 on Thursday, July 19. The Mi Max series is known for its large displays and this year’s version is no different. However, the switch to an 18:9 aspect ratio means the Mi Max 3 will have a smaller footprint even though it has a larger display.

Ahead of the release tomorrow, new photos of the device have leaked online and they are the sharpest we have seen so far, therefore providing the highest level of detail. One of the images also shows the “About Phone” section of the device which gives us the chance to confirm some of its specs.

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The Mi Max 3 in the photos is the gold variant and it has white front bezels. The bezels have been significantly shrunk and it makes the phone easier to hold. The bottom bezel is bare and the top is home to three holes and the earpiece. While two of those holes are housing the sensors (proximity and light) and the front camera, the third hole is most likely home to a front flash, a first for the series.

The back of the device is equally interesting. The phone has the same U-shaped antenna lines as the Mi Max 2 and a fingerprint placed in the middle. Where it differs is in the number and position of cameras. The Mi Max 3 will come with dual cameras – 12MP + 5MP arranged vertically and sharing a single housing with the LED flash.

A sticker on the rear of the device also shows that the phone will have support for dual SIM cards. However, you will have to choose between using two SIM cards or a single SIM card and a MicroSD card.

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